Gospel Unfiltered
Gospel Unfiltered is a one-hour weekly podcast that goes beyond the pulpit to create space for honest conversations, real stories, and Kingdom truth. Hosted by author, motivational speaker, and community advocate Cornell Bunting, the show explores faith as it is lived—not only on Sunday mornings, but through life’s struggles, relationships, healing, leadership, purpose, family, and service.Each episode features authentic conversations with pastors, ministry leaders, authors, entrepreneurs, community advocates, and everyday people whose testimonies reveal the power of God at work. No masks, no judgment, and no polished religious performances—just meaningful discussions about the victories, questions, failures, lesson...
Gideon: From Fear to Faith | Identity, Courage & Trusting God With the Battle | Greg Jackson
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In Episode 14 of Gospel Unfiltered, host Cornell Bunting sits down with Greg Jackson, author of Inner City Missions, evangelist, and servant with City Takers SWFL, for a powerful conversation centered on the story of Gideon in the Book of Judges.
Gideon’s journey is one of fear, insecurity, obedience, courage, leadership, and learning to trust God when the odds do not make sense.
When we first meet Gideon, he is hiding. He questions God, doubts himself, and struggles to un...
Where Have the Prophets Gone? | The Five Major Prophets of the Old Testament | Apostle Dr. William L. Glover
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In Episode 13 of Gospel Unfiltered, host Cornell Bunting sits down with Apostle Dr. William L. Glover for a powerful and thought-provoking conversation titled:
Where Have the Prophets Gone?
Together, they explore the five books traditionally known as the Major Prophets of the Old Testament:
Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Ezekiel, and Daniel.
This episode looks beyond prediction and asks deeper questions about what biblical prophecy really meant. Why did God send prophets? Why were they...
From Deliverance to Devotion — Mary Magdalene, a Life Transformed by Jesus. Feat Karen Spears
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In Episode 12 of Gospel Unfiltered, host Cornell Bunting sits down with Karen Spears for a powerful conversation centered on the life of Mary Magdalene and the transformation that took place after she encountered Jesus.
Mary Magdalene’s story is one of deliverance, devotion, grief, faithfulness, courage, and purpose. Scripture tells us that Jesus delivered her from seven demons, and from that point forward, she became a devoted follower who supported His ministry, remained near the cross, witnessed His burial, returned to the tomb, an...
A Man After God’s Own Heart — David, Courage, Failure, Repentance, and Purpose. Feat Kevin VanDuser Sr.
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In Episode 11 of Gospel Unfiltered, host Cornell Bunting sits down with Kevin VanDuser Sr. for a powerful conversation centered on the life of David, one of the most complex and compelling figures in Scripture.
David was a shepherd, musician, warrior, fugitive, king, father, worshiper, and leader. He experienced extraordinary victories, painful failures, deep grief, and moments of sincere repentance. Yet Scripture still remembers him as a man after God’s own heart.
In this episode, Cornell and Kevin explore wh...
For Such a Time as This (Esther, Courage, Purpose) Feat Dee Dee Smith
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In Episode 10 of Gospel Unfiltered, host Cornell Bunting sits down with Dee Dee Smith for a powerful conversation centered on the biblical story of Esther and what it teaches us about courage, identity, preparation, influence, and purpose.
Esther’s story is more than the story of a woman who became queen. It is the story of someone who was positioned in a place of influence before she fully understood why she was there.
Together, Cornell and Dee Dee explore Est...
From the Pit to the Palace — Joseph’s Journey of Betrayal, Preparation, and Purpose Feat. Antonio Dominguez
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In Episode 9 of Gospel Unfiltered, host Cornell Bunting sits down with Antonio Dominguez for a powerful conversation centered on the life of Joseph and the journey that took him from betrayal and imprisonment to standing before Pharaoh.
Joseph’s story is one of the clearest biblical examples of how purpose can survive betrayal, false accusation, delay, disappointment, and seasons of being overlooked.
This episode explores Joseph’s journey from his early dreams to being rejected by his brothers, sold into sl...
Moses, Identity, Calling, and the Courage to Obey God Feat. David N. Thompson
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In this episode of Gospel Unfiltered, host Cornell Bunting sits down with David N. Thompson, man of God and author of Who in the Hell Do I Think I Am, for a powerful conversation about identity, calling, fear, failure, obedience, and purpose through the life of Moses.
Moses’ story is one of the most relatable journeys in Scripture. He was born into danger, raised between two worlds, made serious mistakes, ran from his past, questioned his ability, and repeatedly asked God why he should be the...
Abraham’s House: Promise, Conflict, and the Generations That Followed
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In this powerful episode of Gospel Unfiltered, host Cornell Bunting takes a deeper look into the life of Abraham and the complicated events that unfolded within his household.
Abraham was called by God, given an extraordinary promise, and told that through him nations would be blessed. Yet behind that promise was a family story filled with waiting, impatience, jealousy, rejection, faith, and difficult decisions.
Cornell explores the relationships between Abraham, Sarah, Hagar, Ishmael, and Isaac, examining what happened when human beings tried to...
Called, Chosen, and Courageous — A Woman’s Journey of Faith and Leadership: Pastor Patricia Bryan
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In this episode of Gospel Unfiltered, host Cornell Bunting sits down with Pastor Patricia Bryan for an inspiring conversation about faith, courage, calling, leadership, healing, and service.
Pastor Bryan shares her personal journey into ministry and reflects on what it means to remain faithful when the assignment requires courage, sacrifice, patience, and obedience. Together, they discuss the challenges and responsibilities women face in spiritual leadership, the importance of character and accountability, and how believers can continue serving without losing themselves in the process.
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From Calling to Commission — Preparing for Apostolic Leadership: Overseer Gregory Ford
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In Episode 5 of Gospel Unfiltered, host Cornell Bunting sits down with Overseer Gregory Ford for a timely and powerful conversation as he prepares to be ordained as Apostle Gregory Ford.
This episode explores the journey from receiving a calling to carrying the responsibility of spiritual leadership. Overseer Ford shares insight into his personal faith journey, preparation for ministry, the meaning of apostolic leadership, and the importance of humility, accountability, service, and sound character.
Together, Cornell and Overseer Ford discuss the difference...
Serving God, Strengthening Families, and Guiding the Next Generation Feat. Elder Lee Ford
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Faithful Through Every Season — Serving God, Strengthening Families, and Guiding the Next Generation
In this episode of Gospel Unfiltered, host Cornell Bunting sits down with Elder Lee Ford for a meaningful conversation about what it takes to remain faithful through the changing seasons of life.
Together, they discuss spiritual maturity, perseverance, family leadership, mentorship, integrity, service beyond the pulpit, and the responsibility experienced believers have to guide and encourage the next generation.
Elder Lee Ford shares wisdom from his personal faith jo...
Living the Gospel When No One Is Watching Feat. Overseer Jimmy Washington
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What does faith really look like when the church service is over?
In Episode 3 of Gospel Unfiltered, host Cornell Bunting sits down with Overseer Jimmy Washington for an honest conversation about what it truly means to live the Gospel beyond Sunday morning.
Together, they explore the importance of integrity, obedience, character, humility, service, and living consistently with the faith we profess. This episode challenges believers to examine whether their private lives reflect their public worship and whether their actions match the Word they he...
Watch Your Words—Speaking Life, Faith, and Kingdom Truth
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Your words can encourage, heal, inspire, and build—but they can also discourage, divide, and destroy.
In this episode of Gospel Unfiltered, host Cornell Bunting explores the biblical importance of the words we speak over ourselves, our children, our relationships, our health, our purpose, and our future.
This conversation examines what people really mean when they say, “Speak it into existence,” while making an important biblical distinction: believers are called to speak God’s truth, pray in faith, act in obedience, and trust God with the outc...
God Never Wastes a Story: Welcome to Gospel Unfiltered
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Gospel Unfiltered is a one-hour weekly podcast that goes beyond the pulpit to create space for honest conversations, real stories, and Kingdom truth. Hosted by author, motivational speaker, and community advocate Cornell Bunting, the show explores faith as it is lived—not only on Sunday mornings, but through life’s struggles, relationships, healing, leadership, purpose, family, and service.
Each episode features authentic conversations with pastors, ministry leaders, authors, entrepreneurs, community advocates, and everyday people whose testimonies reveal the power of God at work. No masks, no judgment, and n...
From Law to Leadership: Victor Arias on Justice, Service, and Running for Congress
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On the latest episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Victor Arias, a respected attorney with more than 27 years of legal experience serving Southwest Florida and a leader deeply committed to his clients and community.
Fluent in both English and Spanish, Victor has built a reputation for delivering the level of excellence clients expect from a large law firm while providing the personalized attention and care of a community-focused practice. His bilingual ability has allowed him to serve a diverse population throughout Southwest Florida, including individuals...
From Resilience to Results: Shalonda Washington on Business, Leadership, and Building Impact
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On this episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Shalonda Washington — award-winning entrepreneur, transformation speaker, mindset coach, nonprofit leader, and respected businesswoman known throughout Southwest Florida as “The Permit Queen.”
With more than 30 years of experience as the CEO and Founder of Reliable Permitting & BSS, Shalonda has built a reputation as a trusted expert in construction administration and building permitting, helping contractors, homeowners, realtors, investors, and business professionals navigate complex processes and achieve success.
Beyond business, Shalonda is passionate about empowering others to ris...
Leading with Purpose: Bailey Susic on Motherhood, Leadership, Healing, and Creating Impact
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On this episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Bailey Susic — Founder, Leadership Strategist, Community Builder, and Co-Director of the SWFL Executive Women’s Leadership Program.
Bailey is a women’s leadership consultant and passionate advocate for creating spaces where women can lead with greater authenticity, reflection, and purpose. Her work has been shaped by entrepreneurship, leadership development, and building meaningful initiatives that help people and communities grow.
Throughout this inspiring conversation, Bailey shares how she has always been drawn to creating momentum—developing leaders...
Men’s Mental Health: How Did We Get Here? | A 5-Man Panel on Pressure, Silence, and Healing
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On this powerful episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting brings together six men for an honest, unfiltered conversation about one of the most important and overlooked topics today—men’s mental health.
Featuring Bernard Faithful, Ronald Marshall, Drew Brown, Jephte Forges, Dr. Duane Cumberbatch, and Cornell Bunting, this panel dives deep into the realities that many men face but rarely speak about.
From childhood expectations and emotional suppression to pressure, relationships, fatherhood, and healing, this conversation explores the question: How did we get here?
Healing Beyond Medicine: Dr. Zanetta Lamar on Cancer Care, Compassion, and Purpose
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On this episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Dr. Zanetta Lamar, a distinguished, board-certified specialist in oncology and hematology who is making a powerful impact in the lives of patients in Naples.
With over 15 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Lamar began her journey at Meharry Medical College, followed by advanced training at Wake Forest Baptist Health, where she completed both her residency and fellowship in hematology-oncology. A proud Louisiana native, her passion for medicine was evident from an early age—often found as a ch...
Building Stronger Communities: Talisha Faber’s Mission for Economic Empowerment
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On this episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Talisha Faber, Economic Development Officer at Suncoast Credit Union, where she leads statewide initiatives focused on workforce development, affordable housing, and sustainable community growth.
A respected leader across Florida, Talisha is dedicated to building strategic partnerships that drive economic mobility and expand access to financial resources for individuals, families, and small businesses. Her work is rooted in creating opportunities that uplift communities and empower people to achieve long-term stability and success.
With more than two...
From Single Mom to CEO: Jessie Mendoza’s Journey of Purpose and Power
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On the latest episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Jessie Mendoza, Founder and CEO of DASH Lifestyle, a company dedicated to designing experiences, amplifying brands, and creating high-impact social and marketing events, including grand openings, anniversaries, and networking experiences.
Jessie is also the force behind homes.by.jessie, a real estate brand, and plays a key role in Real Estate Title & Development at Unik Title LLC—an award-winning company recognized as Orlando’s Best Title Company of 2025, providing full-service escrow, title, and settlement solutions.
In...
Back to the Earth: A Mother & Daughter’s Journey to Purpose and Peace
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On this episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Ana Carolina and Antonia Nicole, a mother-daughter duo who own, manage, and operate the Wildland Sanctuary.
For nearly a decade, Ana Carolina has lived off the grid with her daughter, Antonia, embracing a life rooted in simplicity, intention, and a deep connection to the Earth. Far removed from the noise of modern society, they have created a lifestyle centered around harmony with nature—growing their own food, living sustainably, and honoring the natural rhythms of the land.
...From Survival to Service: Kristen Russell’s Journey of Healing and Purpose
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On the latest episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Kristen Russell, Director of Development at Ground Up Ministries, an organization dedicated to supporting teenage girls rescued from human trafficking.
Kristen shares her passion for amplifying the voices of survivors and building meaningful partnerships within the community to expand the organization’s life-changing work. She also reflects on her time serving as Interim Executive Director, where she helped guide the mission during a critical period of growth.
Before her work in the nonprofit sector, Kr...
From War to Wellness: Ronald Marshall’s Journey of Faith, Fitness, and Purpose
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On the latest episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Ronald Marshall, CEO and founder of Beyonddivine717, a nationally recognized personal trainer, for a powerful and inspiring conversation.
Ronald shares his journey from his upbringing in New Orleans, Louisiana, to relocating to Fort Myers, a path shaped by discipline, faith, and resilience. He opens up about serving in the United States military during the events surrounding 9/11, being deployed to Iraq, and overcoming the realities of war. From those life-altering experiences, he transitioned into becoming a fitness...
Warm Hearts, Warm Feet: 13-Year-Old Paul Campbell’s Mission to Give Back
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In this episode of Stories to Create, we sit down with the remarkable Paul Campbell. At just 13 years old, Paul is already making waves as a philanthropist and the founder of a new nonprofit dedicated to providing socks to those experiencing homelessness.
From his early years braving the Pittsburgh cold to his new life in sunny Naples, Florida, Paul shares his unique perspective on the world. We dive into:
The Big Move: Transitioning from PA to FL at age ten, and his take on Public vs...From Captiva Island to Entrepreneurship: Kelly Daley’s Journey of Growth and Leadership
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On the latest episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with a longtime friend of more than 20 years, Kelly Daley. Their friendship goes back to their days working together in the hospitality industry on Captiva Island, where Kelly gained experience in nearly every part of the restaurant—from chef to server to recreation staff.
Kelly shares her journey from growing up in Northeastern Pennsylvania to building a life and career rooted in hard work and de...
Resilience and Reinvention: Puja Romero’s Journey Through Motherhood, Cancer, and Career
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On the latest episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with digital creator and mortgage loan officer Puja Romero for an inspiring and honest conversation about resilience, culture, and perseverance.
Puja shares what it was like growing up on Sanibel Island and becoming a mother of two in her early twenties before stepping into a career in banking. Her journey took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with early-stage colon cancer—a battle she was able to overcome, le...
Redefining Wellness: The Rise of Nurse U2 Wellness
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On this powerful episode, Cornell Bunting sits down with Darlande Jean-Charles, RN, BSN — National IV Instructor, founder of Nurse U2 Wellness, and a nurse on a mission to redefine personalized care.
Darlande’s journey is one of resilience and purpose. After immigrating from Haiti to America at 13 — not speaking English and facing bullying while adjusting to a new life with her adopted parents — she found strength through adversity. Caring for her adopted mother during her battle with cancer became the moment that revealed her calling.
Her nurs...
Stories to Create – Valentine’s Special Edition
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Love That Heals, Love That Builds
In this heartfelt Valentine’s Special of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting dives deeper than romance to explore what love truly means.
This episode isn’t just about flowers and celebrations—it’s about healing, intentionality, growth, and self-worth.
Cornell speaks directly to couples and singles alike, addressing:
Loving after traumaThe importance of healing before building relationshipsThe power of intentional communicationBecoming the person you’re praying forAnd why self-love is the foundation for every healthy connectionWhether...
Answering the Call: Chief Jason Fields on Leadership, Service, and Community Trust
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On this powerful episode, Cornell Bunting sits down with Chief Jason Fields, a dedicated leader who has served the City of Fort Myers since September 2000.
Before being appointed Chief of Police in August 2023, Chief Fields rose through the ranks—serving as a Patrol Officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Acting Major, and now Chief. His leadership philosophy centers on intelligence-led, proactive policing, strong community partnerships, and inspiring excellence within his department.
Throughout his career, Chief Fields has been deeply involved in ...
From Intuition to Infrastructure: Jacquelyn Mosier tale
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On the latest episode of the Stories to Create podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Jacquelyn Mosier—a builder, problem-solver, and someone who’s learned to trust her gut, especially when it keeps tapping her on the shoulder about the same issue.
Jacquelyn talks about how ForgeOps didn’t start as a company—it started as a feeling. Over and over, she watched smart, capable teams struggle. Not because they weren’t good at what they did, but because their systems weren’t talking to each other. Information got stuck. Hand-offs fell apart...
The Making of a Fire Chief: Tracy “TMAC” McMillion’s Story
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In the new season of the Stories to Create podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Chief Tracy “TMAC” McMillion for an inspiring and insightful conversation about leadership, service, and purpose.
Chief McMillion’s journey in the fire service began after graduating from the Mid-Florida Tech Fire Academy in Central Florida in 1994. He went on to serve briefly as a volunteer with Eatonville Fire Rescue in Eatonville, Florida, before being hired in 1996 by the City of Fort Myers Fire Department. There, he proudly served as a Firefighter/Paramedic until 2003, when he joined the ne...
Bryan Blackwell’s Journey of Building Legacy: Business, Service, and Bringing Pasture-Raised Beef to America
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On the Season Seven kickoff of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Bryan Blackwell, a longtime Southwest Florida resident who has proudly called Lee County home for over 35 years.
Bryan spent more than two decades building and successfully selling a Financial Services practice in Fort Myers, Florida. Community involvement played a major role in that success, as Bryan consistently invested his time, treasure, and talent into local organizations, partnerships, and civic leadership—including running fo...
Stories to Create Podcast – Season six finale
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The Stories to Create Podcast, hosted by Cornell Bunting, is a powerful space where real stories lead to real transformation.
Built on the belief that everyone has a story—and every story has the power to create change, this podcast amplifies the voices of youth, survivors, leaders, and everyday people who have faced adversity and chosen growth, healing, and purpose.
Each episode dives into honest conversations about:
Resilience and overcoming life’s hardest momentsIdentity, purpose, and personal growthHealing from trauma and reclaiming your...Where Vision Meets Culture: Stacy Lee-Williams of King Leo Productions
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On the latest Stories to Create podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Stacy Lee-Williams, CEO of King Leo Productions, for a powerful and inspiring conversation. Together, they reflect on pivotal moments from her journey as she shares what truly makes her—and her company—exceptional.
Stacy opens up about launching King Leo Productions over ten years ago, never imagining it would grow into the dynamic, full-scale production company it is today—one fueled by creativity, resilience, and community. A Caribbean immigrant who was born in Guyana...
Embracing Her Story: Viridiana Martinez on Culture, Courage, and Calling
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On the latest episode of the Stories to Create podcast, Cornell Bunting sat down with Viridiana Martinez for a powerful and heartfelt conversation. She opened up about being born in Mexico and moving to America at age 15 as the oldest of three children. Witnessing her mother’s struggles taught her early on that she could shape her own narrative, fueled by a strong faith in God.
Viridiana shared what inspired her to join the “Together She Rises” group and reflected on her early years in the U.S., when she struggled to emb...
"From Bay Farm Road to Reggae Stages: The Evolution of 1Sesedon"
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On the latest episode of the Stories to Create podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Jamaican reggae artist 1Sesedon, who takes us on a powerful journey through his early life in Jamaica. He shares stories of growing up on Bay Farm Road in Waterhouse, Kingston 11, and reflects on the pivotal moment he was given the opportunity to attend Calabar High School.
1Sesedon talks about gaining structure during his school years and discovering what he was truly called to do—music—even though he spent much of his high...
Building High-Vibe Cultures with Erica Castner
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In the latest episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with the incredible Erica Castner—a powerhouse in helping teams and entrepreneurs build high-vibe cultures where people feel seen, supported, and unstoppable. Erica is the host of The Being Relatable Podcast and the creator of H.Y.P.E. Experiences and The Connection Catalyst.
For more than two decades, Erica has guided business owners and service professionals in strengthening their teams, refining communication, and improving internal processes. He...
"Protecting Your Legacy: A Conversation with Attorney Kimberly Carulli
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On the latest Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Kimberly A. Carulli, Esq., Managing Partner at Three Palms Legal.
Kimberly founded Three Palms Legal after relocating to Naples, Florida, with her husband and son—motivated by her deep commitment to offering families peace of mind through secure, thoughtful estate planning.
As both an attorney and a mother, Kimberly saw firsthand the urgent need for young families to have comprehensive legal plans in place to protect their children and assets in the event of...
“Building Bridges and Breaking Barriers with Priya Ahluwalia”
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In this inspiring episode, Cornell Bunting sits down with Priya Ahluwalia, a powerhouse of innovation and heart. Priya’s journey spans continents, industries, and impact — from leading global business growth to empowering her local community through education, entrepreneurship, and service.
With over 14 years of experience, Priya has worn many hats:
Business Leader – As former VP of Operations at One Homes, she helped drive North American sales from $2 million to $50 million, reshaping operations with a global vision.
Community Builder – At Prime F...
