From rock stardom to reimagining life’s rhythm — Mike Malinin is just getting started.

He kept the beat for nearly 20 years with the Goo Goo Dolls, rocked out on global stages, and helped shape the soundtrack of a generation. But now? Mike’s charting a new course — and it’s one you need to hear about.

💥 In this can't-miss episode of Talk To Me with Eugene Williams, Jr., we dive deep into:

🎼 Mike’s early love affair with drumming (Middle school kit dreams FTW!)

🚀 His rise to fame with the Goo Goo Dolls and their Grammy-nominated legacy

🤠 An unexpected twist into the world of country music with Tanya Tucker — no audition needed!

🎓 Why Mike is now eyeing the classroom over the stadium, bringing his passion to future musicians

🏙️ His next chapter in Chicago — balancing music, family, and mentorship

✨ Whether you're a drummer, music junkie, or just someone chasing a second act, Mike’s story is your backstage pass to reinvention, resilience, and rhythm that never quits.

🎥 WATCH NOW to see how a rock legend finds new harmony in life — and why his best beats might still be ahead.

👇 COMMENT: What's your favorite Goo Goo Dolls track or Mike Malinin moment?
👍 LIKE if this inspired you to keep evolving.
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🔥 ART THAT SPEAKS. ART THAT HEALS. ART THAT ACTIVATES. 🔥
Welcome to another episode of Talk to Me with Eugene Williams Jr., where I sit down with the phenomenal Alanna Rivera — artist, activist, and community powerhouse — to unpack how art is more than beauty… it’s a MOVEMENT.

👇 WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE IN THIS EPISODE:
✨ The soul-shaking power of art to spark peace, joy, and action
💥 Why artists are change agents, not just content creators
💸 How Alanna uses her work to support LGBTQIA youth through Smile DC
🚀 The real talk about thriving in the art world and staying true to your vision
⚡️ Art as a political microphone without the yelling — just impact
🎓 How education and experience combined fuel creative success

🖼️ Alanna Rivera isn’t just painting pictures — she’s building bridges, culture, and conversations that MATTER.

⏰ CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Introduction & Alanna’s Mission
03:15 – The REAL Role of Art in Society
09:00 – Turning Art Into Community Action
16:45 – Making a Name in the Art World
23:10 – Art Meets Politics (And It’s Beautiful)
30:50 – Lessons from Life & Learning

💬 If you believe art can change the world… THIS is your episode.
✅ Artists, creatives, educators — this conversation will fuel your fire to show up, speak up, and create with purpose.

👇 FOLLOW & CONNECT WITH ALANNA:
🌐 Website: www.alannarivera.com
📸 Instagram & TikTok: @ARiveraStudios
📘 Facebook: Alanna Rivera Studios

💥 LIKE | COMMENT | SUBSCRIBE 💥
🎨 Drop a 🎨 in the comments if YOU believe art can change hearts and minds.
👍 Like this video if you vibe with purpose-driven creativity.
🔔 Hit subscribe — we’re talking art, life, and purpose every week!

#ArtForChange #AlannaRivera #TalkToMePodcast #EugeneWilliamsJr #CreativeActivism #LGBTQSupport #ArtCommunity #ArtAndPolitics #PurposeDrivenArt #BlackVoicesInArt #DCArtists #InspirationForCreators

🌱 The Talk to Me podcast continues with host Eugene Williams Jr. in a deeply personal and powerful conversation with brand strategist and Soul-Aligned CEO Michelle Rabell. From childhood lessons on injustice to her mission of helping women reclaim their voices and build businesses with purpose, Michelle shares a story of liberation, legacy, and love. If you're searching for meaning, growth, or reinvention—this one's for you.

🌟 What You’ll Learn:
✅ What early personal experiences shaped Michelle’s mission to help women break free from generational and societal conditioning, and how did those moments influence her life’s work?
✅ How does Michelle define a “Soul Aligned Business,” and why is it important for women to build brands and careers that reflect their inner values and purpose?
✅ What are the greatest challenges women face when stepping into entrepreneurship, and how does Michelle help them overcome fear, visibility blocks, and self-doubt?
✅ Who are the women most likely to benefit from Michelle’s work, and what can they expect to gain from clarifying their message, reclaiming their voice, and building a business on their own terms?

🦋 From silenced childhoods to soul-aligned freedom—this is what it means to reclaim your voice and rise.

💬 Join the conversation: What does freedom mean to you in your work and life?
👍 Like if you believe your purpose is worth pursuing
🔔 Subscribe for more powerful conversations on liberation, leadership, and legacy

🌺 How to connect with Michelle Rabell:
Website: https://www.soulalignedceo.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelle.rabell

🌐 How to connect with Eugene Williams, Jr.:
Website: https://www.eugenewilliamsjr.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eugwilljr/

🫂 Why You Belong Here:
Talk to Me isn’t just a podcast—it’s a community of storytellers, thinkers, doers, and listeners who aren’t afraid to go there. You’ve got thoughts. You’ve got a voice. We want to hear both. This is your space to share, reflect, and connect through transparency and truth.

🗣️ CALLING ALL VOICES – BE OUR NEXT GUEST!
Want to be part of the conversation? Got a story that needs to be heard? This is your moment.

#TalkToMePodcast #SoulAlignedCEO #MichelleRabell #WomenInBusiness #PurposeDrivenLiving #LiberateYourVoice

00:00 Welcome & Michelle's Intro
03:07 Soul-Aligned Business Mission
06:14 Her Cuban Roots & Early Influences
09:21 Story of Dulce & Desire for Liberation
12:28 Helping Women Reclaim Their Voice
15:35 Breakthroughs & Coaching Rewards
18:42 Entrepreneurship Challenges
21:49 The Visibility Struggle
24:56 Her Ideal Clients & Demographic
28:03 How to Work with Michelle & Final Words