Let’s Talk About Love Stories from Everywhere

Stories from Everywhere, Episode 21 with guest Helen Winslow Black

What happens when art becomes both a mirror and a catalyst for healing? In this episode of Let’s Talk About Love Stories from Everywhere, host Jill L. Ferguson sits down with author and domestic violence prevention advocate Helen Winslow Black, whose powerful book Seven Blackbirds explores resilience, transformation, and love. Together they discuss how art can spark the conversations we most need to have, what kind of flowers sprout from a writer’s seeds, the journey of healing from emotional trauma, and why true love is always about reciprocity. Tune in for a deeply moving conversation about creativity, courage, and the many ways love shows up in our lives.

Stories from Everywhere, Episode 20 with author Shelley Weiss

What happens when two passionate storytellers pull back the curtain on the magic—and the mess—behind writing and publishing?On this episode of *Let’s Talk About Love Stories from Everywhere*, host Jill L. Ferguson welcomes cozy mystery author **Shelley Weiss** (who also enchants fantasy readers under the pen name **MM Shelley**) for an honest and inspiring conversation. Together, they dive into the joys and struggles of the writing process, from characters who become invisible household members to the delicate art of marketing your work—especially if you’re an introvert. Jill and Shelley also explore the evolving state of publishing and the ways authors uplift and support each other in a competitive industry.Whether you’re a fellow writer, an avid reader, or simply curious about the world behind the books you love, this episode offers heartfelt insights, candid advice, and a celebration of creative community.

Stories from Everywhere, Episode 3 with author Scott Stabile

In this heartfelt episode of Let’s Talk About Love Stories from Everywhere, host Jill L. Ferguson sits down with bestselling author and inspirational speaker Scott Stabile to explore the power and complexity of love. Scott opens up about his many books on the subject, sharing wisdom from his personal journey and why he believes self-love is the foundation for every meaningful connection we have as humans. Together, Jill and Scott dive into stories of resilience, vulnerability, and joy—reminding us that loving ourselves deeply is the first step toward loving others fully.
Perfect for anyone seeking inspiration, healing, or a deeper understanding of what it means to live with an open heart, this episode is an uplifting reminder that the greatest love story begins within.

Stories from Everywhere, Episode 19 with Amy Martin Henderson

Let’s Talk About Love Stories from Everywhere welcomes guest Amy Martin Henderson—a multi-talented author, artist, musician, songwriter, school teacher, and co-owner of Blekk Apparel Co.—for a heartfelt and wide-ranging conversation with host Jill L. Ferguson. Together, they explore how creativity, teaching, business, and love intersect in Amy’s life, from writing and making music to building community through art and fashion. Tune in for an inspiring dialogue about the many ways love shows up—in classrooms, in creative work, in family, and in the courage to follow your passions.

Stories from Everywhere, Episode 19 with guest Amy Martin Henderson

Let’s Talk About Love Stories from Everywhere welcomes guest Amy Martin Henderson—a multi-talented author, artist, musician, songwriter, school teacher, and co-owner of Blekk Apparel Co.—for a heartfelt and wide-ranging conversation with host Jill L. Ferguson. Together, they explore how creativity, teaching, business, and love intersect in Amy’s life, from writing books and making music to building community through art and fashion.
Tune in for an inspiring and real, unscripted dialogue about feelings of not good enough, the creative and the healing processes, mental health challenges (of new moms and when we go things that shift our world worlds), loving people where they are, self-injury and hope, and tension that forces us to express our gifts. 

Stories from Everywhere, Episode 18 with guest Kate Perez

This week, host Jill L. Ferguson chats with the delightful Kate Perez—a creative soul and retired insurance adjuster—about the ups and downs of looking for love (especially when the red lights are easier to see than the green ones). They talk about finding love later in life, the joy of creating and running Grandma Camp, why Schitt’s Creek feels like comfort food for the heart (and has Kate's favorite song about love, "Precious Love" by James Morrison) and even the meaning behind No Bra Day. It’s funny, heartfelt, and full of reminders that love and creativity show up in all kinds of places and stages of life.
📧 Reach Kate at katie325@yahoo.com
📸 Follow her on Instagram: @purvis3619

Stories from Everywhere, Episode 2 with guest Patti DeHoff

On this episode of Let’s Talk About Love: Stories from Everywhere, host Jill L. Ferguson welcomes author Patti DeHoff, whose heartwarming book Picture This! celebrates “found hearts” discovered in the world around us. From stones and leaves to clouds and shadows, Patti’s collection reminds us that love is always present if we just pause to notice.
Together, Jill and Patti talk about how the project began, the surprising places Patti has found hearts, and what it means to invite more love and beauty into our daily lives. This conversation is part storytelling, part inspiration, and part reminder that sometimes the universe is quietly sending us little love notes—if we’re willing to see them.
Tune in for stories that will open your eyes, warm your heart, and maybe even inspire you to start your own journey of discovering hidden hearts in unexpected places.

Stories from Everywhere, Episode 17 with DJ Rowell and Dovie Majors

Are You the CEO of Your Own Career?In this episode of Stories From Everywhere, host Jill L. Ferguson sits down with David “DJ” Rowell, Samantha Cruz, and Dovie Majors—the creative team behind The Love Doctor Movie. Together they explore:How to embrace second chances in leadership, life, and loveThe power of curiosity and asking the right questionsWhy side hustles matter and how to turn passions into opportunitiesThe impact of the DJ Rowell Foundation’s work in caring for kids and community building🎬 Learn more about the film and foundation here: DJ Rowell Foundation – The Love Doctor Movie https://www.djrowellfoundation.org/thelovedoctormovie

Stories from Everywhere Episode 17 with David "DJ" Rowell, Samantha Cruz, and Dovie Majors

Are You the CEO of Your Own Career?
In this episode of Stories From Everywhere, host Jill L. Ferguson sits down with David “DJ” Rowell, Samantha Cruz, and Dovie Majors—the creative team behind The Love Doctor Movie. Together they explore:
How to embrace second chances in leadership, life, and love
The power of curiosity and asking the right questions
Why side hustles matter and how to turn passions into opportunities
The impact of the DJ Rowell Foundation’s work in caring for kids and community building
🎬 Learn more about the film and foundation here: DJ Rowell Foundation – The Love Doctor Movie

Stories from Everywhere, Episode 1 with Guest Rich Christiansen

What drives someone to start 53 businesses? 
Join host Jill L. Ferguson as she chats with Rich Christiansen, bestselling author of The Zig Zag Principle and of BlindSighted: A Journey of Identity, Faith, and Healing, and founder of 53 businesses, 16 of which became multi-million dollar enterprises. Learn what drove him in his quest to create and succeed and how his life blow up after taking a DNA test.