

Camera Ready & Abel
Barbara Abel
Hi, I’m Barbara Barna Abel. Welcome to ”Camera Ready & Abel” the podcast that explores the intersection of Media and Personal Growth. Join me weekly for the media insights and stay for the transformation.
Whether you’re looking to build more credibility, gain more career traction, or just want to be more comfortable on camera - this is the podcast for you! Because let’s face it, everyone needs to be camera ready these days.
I have curated each episode with love, focusing on insights & strategies from real professionals with real stories to help you tap into your superpowers, find your voice, clarify your message, and make an impact on the world.
Whether you’re looking to build more credibility, gain more career traction, or just want to be more comfortable on camera - this is the podcast for you! Because let’s face it, everyone needs to be camera ready these days.
I have curated each episode with love, focusing on insights & strategies from real professionals with real stories to help you tap into your superpowers, find your voice, clarify your message, and make an impact on the world.
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Apr 20, 2021 • 38min
Boundaries with Terri Cole
Are you a boundary master or a boundary disaster?
Negotiate for your needs by learning the language of boundaries with Terri Cole, licensed psychotherapist and relationship expert. Terri inspires over 250,000 people weekly through her blog, social media platform, signature courses, and her popular podcast, The Terri Cole Show.
Prior to her current incarnation as a love and boundaries expert, Terri was a talent agent negotiating endorsement contracts for supermodels and celebrities. Her professional and life experience has uniquely positioned her as a psychotherapist who intimately understands the complex system that is the entertainment industry.
Terri has a superpower for making complex psychological concepts accessible and actionable so that clients and students achieve sustainable change. Find out for yourself by downloading the Do Less & Simplify with Boundaries free gift, generously crafted by Terri Cole for the Camera, Ready & Abel audience. That’s you! The Simplify & Do Less With Boundaries guide will help you identify where in your life you are expending additional time and energy doing for others and give you tips, scripts, and strategies to bring more balance into your life and relationships.
Bust some myths and get the scoop on Terri’s newly released book, Boundary Boss, on this week’s episode of Camera, Ready & Abel. Learn more about Terri at terricole.com.

Apr 13, 2021 • 39min
To Become Known You Must First Become Known to Yourself with Candis Hickman
Becoming known is not just about being visible in the public eye, it’s also about enhancing your quantity and quality of giving. Can you imagine your reach if you stood - deeply rooted, connected, and unapologetically - putting yourself out there with an unwavering belief that your audience is craving more of what you have to offer? Candis Hickman can! She believes you are someone worth knowing.
Candis Hickman is a Personal Branding Coach and host of The Becoming Know Podcast. She helps spirit-led entrepreneur’s brand themselves so they can stop hiding, start shining and finally become known!
Candis joins Barbara Barna Abel in a heart centered conversation about the importance of getting to know oneself on the journey to becoming known. She shares her experience in her own identity development, speaking publicly about her biracial identity, and exciting new projects that are on the horizon.
Learn more about Candis at https://www.candishickman.com/.

Apr 6, 2021 • 40min
Empowerment with Dr. Dave Montgomery
What do Star Wars’ Obi Wan Kenobi, Matrix’s Neo, and The Good Doctor Dave Montgomery have in common? They believe in the force that is already within themselves, and each of us. Empowerment is the seed from which this beautiful conversation between Barbara Barna Abel and Dr. Dave Montgomery sprouted. Listen in as they discuss the physics of empowerment, uncovering the power within, and Dr. Dave’s journey to becoming a cardiologist and on-screen presence.
Dr. Dave, as he is known in the media space, is a board-certified cardiologist, and has been featured in numerous print and broadcast media outlets. He is the host of the web series, The Good Doctor TV, and of the podcast, The Health Mastery Café with Dr. Dave.
Dr. Dave reminds us that you, as you are today, are enough and letting yourself come through in your fullest expression is the greatest gift you can give, it’s there that lies your purpose.
Follow the brilliant Dr. Dave on instagram @thegooddrdave.

Apr 6, 2021 • 41min
Growth with Vinnie Potestivo
Cyclical in nature, personal growth has a direct impact on professional growth and visa versa. Seeds are planted, growth blossoms, and new life breeds new possibilities. Vinnie Potestivo, Multimedia Advisor, Celebrity Brand Executive, and the founder of Vinnie Potestivo Entertainment, inc. has a growth-oriented mindset that is sure to impress, inspire, and impact.
Talent has pivoted as technology has emerged, giving us more platforms for more voices and Vinnie has managed to stay two steps ahead helping others to create impact-driven content and media strategy.
With over 20+ years experience launching personal celebrity brands and creating ground-breaking, award-winning, format-busting original content that has had a permanent impact in pop culture and television history, Vinnie now helps entrepreneur-led businesses create, invent or reinvent their personal and business brands with carefully crafted brand strategies.
A long time friend and colleague of Barbara’s, Vinnie’s ability to see new possibilities sparked the creation of the Camera Ready & Abel podcast. Join them in this inaugural episode, as they dive into the importance of the stories we tell ourselves, embracing change, and how to grow a great idea.
Hop on over to LinkedIn and follow #LinkedVin where Vinnie shares resources, tips, and leads.
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Jan 22, 2021 • 1min
Camera Ready & Abel Trailer
Hi, I’m Barbara Barna Abel. Welcome to "Camera Ready & Abel" the podcast that explores the intersection of Media and Personal Growth. Join me weekly for the media insights and stay for the transformation.
Whether you’re looking to build more credibility, gain more career traction, or just want to be more comfortable on camera - this is the podcast for you! Because let’s face it, everyone needs to be camera ready these days.
I have curated each episode with love, focusing on insights & strategies from real professionals with real stories to help you tap into your superpowers, find your voice, clarify your message, and make an impact on the world.