Celebrate Happiness Roadshow with Sandra M

In the latest episode of The Celebrate Happiness Roadshow podcast, we are talking with Rich Malloy who is a drummer working across multiple styles and whose career has been built through consistently working in clubs, listening rooms, studios, and festivals. Rich has performed jazz, country, and songwriter music across New York, New Jersey, Dallas, Nashville, Fort Worth; including performances with Carmen Bradford of the Count Basie Orchestra, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Brenda Lee, Country Music Hall of Fame member Lorrie Morgan, and Freedy Johnston, named Rolling Stone Songwriter of the Year. Rich has appeared at the New Mexico Jazz Festival in 2023, 2024, and 2025, and has toured internationally throughout Ireland, Great Britain, and Italy. His performances range from small listening rooms such as the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville and The Listening Room in New York City to national stages including the Grand Ole Opry, the Ryman Auditorium, and Late Show with David Letterman. Malloy also performs in Counterparts, a improvisedduo with pianist, John Funkhouser. In addition, he builds practical music tools including "Form & Time", a metronome designed to keep tempo, time signature, and musical form aligned. Join us for this insightful episode in which Rich shares how music became an outlet, a companion, and a place of safety for him at a young age, as well as his insights into the brevity of life and making the most of it, and how the deepest happiness comes from feeling comfortable in your own skin.

In the latest episode of The Celebrate Happiness Roadshow podcast, we are talking with Michelle Dillon, a marketing professional with a gift for bringing people, ideas, and brands together in meaningful ways. Currently in her marketing role at Jade Global, she helps shape the company's voice through executive engagement, corporate branding, high-impact events, and thought-leadership initiatives. Michelle has more than 15 years of experience in the information technology industry, spanning chief executive officer relations, company brand elevation, public relations, and strategic event management. Michelle is known for creating experiences that connect, inspire, and leave a lasting impression. Outside of work, Michelle's heart belongs to her family, the outdoors, and the call of adventure. She is an advanced-certified scuba diver, and is happiest exploring nature and marine life, surrounded by water. She is also a great cook and loves sharing meals, discovering art and history, and finding any reason to explore new cultures and destinations. Michelle says that for her, happiness is about connection—being fully present with the people she loves, exploring the world with curiosity, and helping others along the way. Check out this fascinating and powerful episode in which we discuss the value of face-to-face connection in an increasingly disconnected world, the importance of meaning vs. convenience, as well as nature, family, and making choices which nurture our happiness. Listen now

In this episode we are talking with aromatherapist, facilitator, minister, photographer and published author, Kristina Daniels. Kristina is happiest when she is sharing time with souls she loves, from flowers to fur family. Kristina uses art as an extension and expression of love. Her creativity combines botanical oils, nature photography, writing, and illustration and she has published three books, "The Adventures of Avery Finn" about a lovable cat who we accompany as he experiences adoption, a farewell and a new friendship. Kristina's services involve using flowers, herbs, and essential oils to create healing formulas based on botanical knowledge. She works with plants as botanical ingredients to support emotional healing, such as grief work and rituals for self-care. Kristina provides information on botanical healing and invites others to connect with anature through her services, ceremonies, and workshops. You can find Kristina at kristinaldaniels.com or on YouTube @Five28_hz or at theadventuresofaveryfinn. Check out this lovely and uplifting discussion in which we discuss our relationships with animals and plants, connections with our local environment, creativity, expressions of love, and so much more!

Today we are talking with James Dybas, who is a seasoned American actor, singer & dancer born & raised in Chicago, Illinois and whose career spans Broadway, regional theater, television, and film. Beginning his artistic journey in Chicago after receiving a scholarship to study dance with renowned teacher Edna McRae, James launched his professional career performing in Musical Revues at Chicago's Edgewater Beach and Del Prado Hotels. After moving to New York City, he made his Broadway debut in the 1965 Richard Rodgers/Stephen Sondheim musical "Do I Hear a Waltz?" and His subsequent Broadway credits include George M!, Via Galactica, 42nd Street, Sunset Boulevard, The Scarlet Pimpernel, and Pacific Overtures, in which he originated the Stephen Sondheim song "Someone in a Tree" which Mr. Sondheim has said is his favorite of all his compositions. In addition to his stage work, James has also appeared in films such as Private Benjamin and in several television series including Miami Vice. He has also contributed to the performing arts community by hosting events for the Dancers Over 40 Organization and teaching Musical Theatre Audition Techniques at the American Musical & Dramatic Academy in NYC. Currently James resides in New York City, where he continues to engage with the arts, reflecting on a career enriched by diverse and challenging roles across multiple performance mediums. James is a world traveler and is passionate about exploring countries all around the world; China being his next destination this fall. James' life mantra is "Suit up, show up and say yes". www.jamesdybas.com In this uplifting and insightful episode, James shares how he approaches life "As an experiment." He says to "Not get caught up in hope and fear, but to move forward with curiosity." We also discuss the importance of being present, having gratitude, helping others and finding community.

In this episode, we are talking with Paddy Rawal, a beloved Santa Fe executive chef who has recently came out of retirement to start Tulsi- Asian Cuisine, with a local influence. Paddy, a native of Mumbai, India, migrated to the U.S. in 2001, and has been in the hospitality, restaurant, quick service, and food service management business for more than forty years and counting. As a seasoned world traveler and a qualified and experienced manager and executive chef with knowledge of multiple international cuisines, Paddy has worked around the globe in Hotels and food facilities. And in addition he is a regular on national food network cooking shows. He arrived in the USA in 2001, where he started and owned the full service restaurants; "Bombay Grill" and "Mumbai in Michigan". And in 2011 he came to Santa Fe to venture into "Raaga in Santa Fe", and "OM" in Los Ranchos, New Mexico. Next came his Santa Fe takeout Thai and Indian concept, "Raaga Go". Join us for this uplifting episode in which Paddy shares powerful insights into happiness from his childhood in India as well as lifelong dedication to the art of cooking. We discuss creating happiness from within, self-discipline, presence, and how happiness relates to finding balance and living in harmony with the world.

In this episode, we are talking with with Maleah Diaz, a junior at the University of New Mexico, studying under the Jennifer Riordan Presidential Scholarship and pursuing a degree in Secondary Education with a focus in English language arts. After graduation, Maleah hopes to teach internationally and pursue her Masters degree. Born and raised in Silver City, New Mexico, Maleah graduated valedictorian of her class from Silver High School and participated in multiple extra curriculars including Volleyball, Basketball, Powerlifting, National Honors Society, National History Day, and Key Club. Currently she is working at the university gym while playing on an intramural volleyball team with her coworkers. Maleah has made the Dean's List each semester while at UNM and her writing has been published in the 2022-2023 edition of the Elevations textbook from the UNM Department of English. During the Summer of 2024, she studied abroad in Italy and this summer she has been accepted to an international teaching apprenticeship in Cordóba, Spain. Maleah also enjoys playing piano, dancing, binge watching her favorite shows, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends. In this uplifting episode, Maleah shares insights into how taking time to reflect on what she is grateful for brings her happiness as well as thoughts on her enriching experience with the Jennifer Riordan Foundation, and how she plans to bring kindness, empathy, and inclusion to her future work in education.

In this episode we are talking with Santa Fe-based musician David Geist. Celebrated concert pianist, cabaret performer, conductor, educator and impresario, David Geist has enjoyed an illustrious career working with such luminaries as Stephen Sondheim, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Harold Prince, Hugh Jackman, Michael Crawford and Betty Buckley. David has performed in the Broadway orchestras of CATS, LES MISERABLES, THE LION KING, WICKED, THE PRODUCERS, FOSSE and many others. Cabaret credits include FEINSTEIN'S, THE FRIARS CLUB and THE METROPOLITAN ROOM. His concerts are stories and songs commemorating his career on Broadway, The Great American Songbook, Classical and Pop. David's performances have been hailed "as a confluence between genres and generations" (Santa Fe New Mexican), and every show he gives is informed by his deep knowledge and passion for preserving our musical culture. Join us for this rich, uplifting episode in which David shares his thoughts on the transformative power of taking time for yourself (even if it's just 5min!), the role of music in bringing peace and harmony to the world, the creative act of being alive, and the joy of being of service to others.

In this episode we are talking with Kyle Forster. Kyle has been at the forefront of internet and cloud technology throughout his career. He is the founder of RunWhen, a company pioneering AI-powered "engineering assistants" to automate the tedious aspects of building and operating large-scale software systems in large enterprises. Previously, Kyle held entrepreneurial and executive roles, including product management positions at Google Cloud and Cisco. He co-founded Big Switch Networks (acquired by Arista). Kyle holds an MS and MBA from Stanford University, a BSE in Electrical Engineering from Princeton University and is the author of seven patents. Kyle and his wonderful wife Jennifer have three children and he is the cleaner-upper behind two very friendly dogs. Join us for this impactful discussion in which Kyle shares his thoughts on the relationship between community and happiness, as well as having control over your time, and much more!