Walk With Me Podcast

Christy Banta and Sharon Abeyta are the hosts of the Spinning the Light Podcast. 

Matthew and Nancy Botsford are actually high school sweethearts married in 1988  Nancy pursued a career in the health industry, matthew in sales in his family business in Michigan until 1992 when on a business trip he was shot in the head forcing the Botsford's to make some hard life decisions that ultimately led them both to become ordained ministers and to follow their new paths in life of sharing the good news of Jesus in various venues.

Nancy went on to write a book entitled A Day in Hell: Trauma to Triumph chronicling their life and how with God all things are possible.

Sue Sundstrom is a 7 x Author, including 2 Amazon best-sellers, Book Coach, Speaker & Award-winning Entrepreneur. She is the founder of the Write Now Method™ and the 5 Day Write Now Challenge, an online training event which has been attended by thousands of aspiring writers. She is also the creator of a writing group coaching program, which is helping hundreds all over the world learn how to write and publish their books and the owner of Book Breakthrough Publishing, which provides a 'Done for You' publishing service for entrepreneurs looking to have their authority-building book published quickly and easily, with minimal fuss and effort, leveraging it for tons of new leads & clients. 

Having launched and grown her own business online, Sue also consults with those aspiring to take their knowledge & market it online. Before running her own business, Sue has had a background in the corporate world in project management, team management and marketing. She is most passionate about helping people achieve their dreams, especially to produce a quality book and see their book dream come to life and out into the world, impacting others. She lives in Surrey with her husband, two teenage boys and little dog called Chocolate. She loves a really good cup of coffee ....and adventure sports are kind of her thing too 

Bianca Simone was born in Brooklyn, New York. She has a BA in Broadcast Journalism from SUNY College at Old Westbury. Bianca started writing short stories and poems in the first grade. She would complete her work before her classmates and write stories to entertain herself until classes were over. She freelanced for newspapers in New York and Florida. Ms. Simone published a book of poetry titled “My Inner Voice”. Bianca writes relatable poetry about life. She also writes about surviving sexual assault . She is a strong believer in writing to heal and uplifting others. Bianca Simone also goes by the title The Literary Lioness. She runs a monthly open mic called The Lioness Den on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at Barnhill’s Cafe in Flagler Beach.

Join us for another inspiring installment from the 1st Annual Global Youth Conference 2026 as we continue the conversation on empowering today's youth through leadership, purpose, resilience, and personal growth.

In this episode, you'll hear from an exceptional panel of speakers who share their knowledge, experiences, and encouragement to help young people build confidence, overcome challenges, and create meaningful lives.

 

Featured Speakers:

Dr. Tanya Gold, M.D.
Author of 7 Habits of Extremely Happy People, Dr. Tanya Gold shares practical insights on developing positive habits, cultivating happiness, strengthening emotional well-being, and living a purpose-driven life.

 

Nina Maron
Speaker, coach, sexual assault survivor, and advocate, Nina Maron courageously shares her journey while inspiring others through messages of resilience, healing, empowerment, and hope. Her work encourages young people to find their voice, embrace their strength, and recognize that healing is possible.

 

Ivonne Solís Vázquez

Founder of ATENEA®, Ivonne Solís Vázquez is a transgenerational systemic psychotherapist specializing in human development, conscious communication, and family relationships. With more than 20 years of experience as a speaker and parenting coach, she supports families, couples, adolescents, and children through family constellations, strategic therapy, therapeutic development tools, prenatal bonding facilitation, and therapeutic play. Passionate about emotional well-being and conscious relationships, Ivonne helps individuals and families understand the importance of emotional connection, effective communication, and healing in creating healthier, more harmonious lives.

 

This episode is filled with valuable wisdom for youth, parents, educators, mentors, coaches, and community leaders who are committed to investing in the next generation.

Together, these inspiring conversations remind us that leadership begins with self-awareness, purpose, compassion, and the courage to grow.

 

Hosted by: Dr. Gigi Sabbat
CEO & Founder, Life Service Center of America (LSCOA)

In this episode of the Walk With Me Podcast, we highlight the 1st Annual Global Youth Conference 2026, held on July 15, 2026, in recognition of World Youth Skills Day.

World Youth Skills Day celebrates the importance of equipping young people with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities needed to succeed in employment, leadership, entrepreneurship, and life.

The conference brought together leaders, educators, professionals, and advocates who are passionate about empowering the next generation.

Throughout this inspiring event, speakers explored a wide range of timely and impactful topics, including: * Domestic Violence Awareness * Artificial Intelligence (AI) * Writing and Publishing * Youth Safety and Security * Technology and Cybersecurity * Career Exploration and Workforce Development * Leadership and Personal Growth * Intergenerational Connections and Supporting Older Adults * Building Stronger Communities Through Education and Service * Inclusion, Accessibility, and the Power of Diverse Voices

One of our inspiring speakers was Nathaniel “Nate” Schaapveld, a hearing-impaired advocate and youth voice who reminds us of the importance of inclusion, accessibility, perseverance, and ensuring that every young person has the opportunity to be heard, seen, and empowered.

Whether you are a student, parent, educator, mentor, or community leader, this episode offers valuable insights, practical knowledge, and encouragement to help empower today's youth to become tomorrow's leaders.

Thank you to all of our speakers, attendees, volunteers, and community partners who helped make the inaugural Global Youth Conference a meaningful and impactful success.

Remember: Today's youth are tomorrow's leaders. By investing in their growth today, we create a stronger future for generations to come.

Visionary Speaker & guide helping leaders navigate reinvention and consciously create what comes next.

Sharla Lee Shults fulfilled her childhood desire to become an educator, graduating from Troy University, Troy, AL. Upon graduation, she began teaching high school chemistry and mathematics. After four years, she ventured outside education and began a second career in the railroad industry.

Sharla reentered the educational field after an eleven-year break, and her experiences from her railroad career provided a real-world connection to the classroom. She worked with Special Olympics and was instrumental in establishing Exchange Club youth organizations in three high schools located in Panama City, Florida. Sharla’s last year in the classroom involved working with teens in an at-risk dropout prevention program. In 2001, Sharla once again left the classroom but remained in the field of education with Beacon Educator in the Bay District School System (Panama City, FL) writing curriculum and providing professional development for teachers across Florida. She semi-retired in 2008, at which time she became an Online Learning Specialist for Beacon.

Andy is a Debt to Wealth Specialist . Also, Andy is the Founder of Empowered Wealth Solutions.

In this inspiring episode of the Walk With Me Podcast, Dr. Gigi Sabbat sits down with Brigid Walters, a poet, woman of faith, and contributor to the upcoming collaborative poetry book, The Unfolding, which is being co-authored with Dr. Gigi Sabbat and fellow writers from Palm Coast, Florida, and around the world. The collection is scheduled for release in 2027. Brigid also participates in the monthly Women's Bible Study held at Good Vibes Nutrition in Palm Coast, Florida. During this conversation, she shares her journey of faith, sobriety, humility, and surrender, reflecting on how her relationship with God and the support of a Christ-centered community have shaped her life. Join us for an encouraging discussion about healing, hope, sisterhood in Christ, and discovering that God's timing is always perfect.