Hiatus Replays!

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S4 EP204 Hiatus Replay of S4 EP182: 

Risa August, Author of The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike​​​​​

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Happy New Year People, 

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We have finally crossed over into 2026 and are getting closer to the start of Season 5! But for today, we have got an incredible replay from Season 4! In this inspiring episode of Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt – Book Talk Podcast, Dianne chats with the effervescent Risa August, award-winning author, speaker, Gestalt practitioner, and rare disease warrior with sparkles in her hair and a tutu in her bag. Diagnosed with a pituitary tumor over a decade ago, Risa could have let life slow her down. Instead, she chose to pedal harder, live louder, and advocate fiercely for herself and others.

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Risa brings her signature blend of wisdom and whimsy to the conversation as we discuss her book, The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike. She shares how she transformed her journey through illness into a mission of inspiration. With a heart for healing and a flair for fun, she now helps others break through life’s roadblocks by shifting their perspectives and embracing life, fully, fearlessly, and with glitter when necessary.

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A former Ironman athlete with a passion for barbells and bikes, Risa continues to thrive on movement, creativity, and joyful exploration. Whether she’s dancing Bollywood, flying on aerial silks, or leading workshops with tiaras and glitter, she reminds us that healing doesn’t have to be heavy. It can be playful, profound, and incredibly empowering.

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This episode is a celebration of resilience, authenticity, and living a life unleashed. Tune in and get ready to be inspired.

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Subscribe now to the podcast now so you don't miss out on Season 5 beginning Feb. 4. Podcast Guest Applications are now open.​​

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Subscribe to our podcast now and be ready for Season 5 beginning Feb. 4, 2026.​​​

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