I just happened to be presenting on KINDNESS in Memphis when I hear that Celia Imrie was in the same location on her book tour of "Meet Me at Rainbow Corner". She graciously accepted my offer for a quick interview and was simply delightful.

Although she politely disputed the name of my company by sensing that "Many People DO!", we had a lovely discussion about KINDNESS, ambition, and "doing". Her best-selling books seem to have a theme of empathy and being nice, which she attributes to her personal philosophy.

Celia is best known for her film roles, including the Bridget Jones film series, Nanny McPhee, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, and the Netflix series The Diplomat.

This interview was live from the Peabody Memphis hotel as we discuss her journey as an Olivier Award winner, a celebrated actress, and an author known for her themes of kindness and empathy.

Celia highlights the importance of continuous effort and optimism, sharing her experiences of receiving warmth and hospitality while traveling across America. The conversation also touches on the significance of kindness, how it influences her writing, and the impact of wartime struggles on human relationships.

More information on her books here:

http://bit.ly/410fB8N

More information on IMDB:

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0408309/

To listen to additional podcasts on people that "do":

https://bartaberkey.com/podcast

Today's podcast guest is Allison (Sitch) O'Connor, truly one of the best communicators on the planet, let alone in the travel world. In addition to being a dear friend from our time together at Ritz-Carlton, she now serves as the Senior Vice President of Strategic Communications for the U.S. Travel Association.

During this conversation, she is shares the inspiration behind her drive and her successes. She is hardworking, cares deeply, and Imagine grating cheese able to articulate elements of "doing" beyond compare with her careful selection of words and the way she describes her experiences.

The conversation highlights Allison's journey from her roots in Southampton, England, influenced by her hardworking father, to her prominent role in the travel industry. Key moments in her career include working her way up from grating cheese in a Michelin-star restaurant to leading global communications for Ritz Carlton. Alison shares insights on the value of hard work, humility, and accepting opportunities even when they appear challenging.

The discussion also delves into the impact of travel on personal growth, the importance of human connection, and the benefits travel brings to society. Lessons from Allison's story emphasize overcoming fear through perseverance, embracing new opportunities, and valuing travel's role in fostering understanding and reducing fear. She is simply a delight and a person you need to know and support.

On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-sitch-oconnor-1391697/

More about U.S. Travel Association: https://www.ustravel.org/

More about Most People Don't and Bart Berkey:

https://mostpeopledont.com

Blake and Morgan Hill are influencers that are living out their dreams of being full time content creators who will soon be traveling the country in an RV adventure.

This episode comes naturally from Blake's discussion with our internship team that provided such rich, valuable lessons we simply had to share on our platform. Thank you to Miranda, Ivy, and Harinder for some excellent questions.

Imagine taking the leap to travel with your wife full time, enjoy luxury experiences, dine in world renown restaurants, and then "having" to capture it all on video and photos (for a job)!

He shares his inspiring journey from having a criminal justice degree to working in construction and eventually starting a drone business. His wife Morgan, a former sports reporter, transitioned to being a full-time influencer and social media marketer. Together, they have leveraged their skills and passions to create content for brands across different platforms, making their dream of traveling the country in an RV a reality.

Blake emphasizes the importance of taking risks, being authentic, and working with brands that align with their values. He also offers practical advice on content creation, the use of social media, and the importance of perseverance.

Morgan and Blake Hill:

https://www.instagram.com/moreewithmo/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/blakehilldrones/?hl=en

https://www.tiktok.com/@moreewithmo

Bart Berkey:

https://www.instagram.com/bartberkey/?hl=en

https://www.tiktok.com/@bart.berkey

Alexa Berkey: https://www.tiktok.com/@alexasgourmetkitchen

Terri Fisher-Berkey:

https://www.instagram.com/food.haul/?hl=en