Ignite with April Poynter
Welcome to Ignite - a podcast for the in-between.
I’m April Poynter, your Transformation Partner.
I help individuals and organizations move through the fog of transition. From burnout and identity shifts to grief, awakenings, cultural shifts, and leadership evolution (you know, the human stuff) - and move toward clarity, alignment, and grounded forward movement.
This podcast is a home for honest conversations, soulful strategy, and stories from people who have been (or are in) the messy middle.
Whether you’re shedding old roles, healing from burnout, or navigating growth in your life or leadership, I’m here to walk with you.
Let’s slow down, tune in, and ignite what’s next - from a place that’s real, rooted, and fully you.
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Episodes
33 episodes
The Story Behind The Weight Loss: Noelle Dawson's Real Transformation - Part 1
**Interview starts at 5:41Everyone saw the before-and-after pictures. What they didn’t see was the mental unraveling behind them.In this raw and powerful first episode of our multi-part series, Noelle Dawson (@transforming_noelle...
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33:13
The Role of Suffering: Are you MAD, GLAD, SAD, or SCARED?
Suffering can be a compass to lead you to the next place on your journey. Clearly, we don't want to suffer - I know I don't want to ... but it's part of life. Let's make lemonade out of lemons. Let's catch up. It's been a wh...
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21:42
Rosacea Can Be Healed with Dr. Tara O'Desky
I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Tara O’Desky (again). She suffered from rosacea for 20 years. After numerous disappointing doctor visits that only addressed the surface issues, she was fed up. She started listening to her body and made i...
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58:56
I Healed My Nervous System – 3 Changes I Didn’t Expect!
When you've done the work to heal yourself and you finally experience the changes you've been working towards! Check out my E-Books: Beyond The Blush: A Real-Talk Guide for Eliminating Erythrophobia // Understanding Erythrophobia: Refra...
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23:36
Inner Peace Starts HERE.
New year but old baggage has followed you into the New Year? That deep search for inner peace is not about searching. You already have access to it. But it's gonna cost you your comfort.The exchange is temporary discomfort for long-term...
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25:21
Who Cares? Perfectionism, Loss of Identity, Lacking Direction.
Who cares if you might mess it up - JUST SHINE! Do you feel lost in the shadows? Overlooked? Forgotten? Lost on your journey? Stuck in perfectionism and afraid to make a mess? You know you’re supposed to express your g...
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22:05
Anxiety, Depression, Losing Yourself - When You Can't Hear Your Inner Song
Anxiety, Depression, Life Changes, Loss, Grief, Postpartum Depression - many factors can leave us in a pit of despair. It can rid you of the song you once sang in your spirit. How do you get out once you find yourself in that dark,...
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25:50
Changes for 2025 - Blushing Phoenix meets Ignite
Happy New Year!!! I hope you had an amazing holiday season and are excited for the year ahead. Speaking of the year ahead - I made this video for you to share some of the changes happening with Blushing Phoenix. If you...
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15:34
Embrace Your Design: How Human Design Can Transform Self-Confidence with Veronica Mezzetti-Draia
In this Ignite interview, we dive into Human Design with Mindset Coach, Human Design Guide, and YouTuber, Veronica Mezzetti-Draia. Veronica shares her expertise on how understanding our unique design can unlock a deeper self-awaren...
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46:45
No Longer Controlled By THIS Insecurity: Part 1.
From work meetings, to speaking in public, to singing karaoke, to warm rooms with lots of people surrounding me, to sit-down dinners and multiple coffee dates with people I don’t know well - I’m present. I belong. I’m not at odds within my body...
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34:45
How to Overcome Your Insecurity with Blushing (or any insecurity): with Collin Clem
In this episode, Collin Clem shares his personal journey with blushing and how he decided to take back his life from blushing. Now he is empowering others through his content and coaching program. Don't miss this conve...
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1:01:35
BLUSHING PHOBIA & NERVOUS SYSTEM REGULATION: Featuring Alondra Sánchez
You are in for a treat with this video! Alondra Sánchez shares her story about overcoming erythrophobia and navigating blushing as a THERAPIST!Our conversation is packed with BLUSHING topics like:- Alondra's experience with hypn...
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55:59
Can I Have A Kundalini Awakening ... and still be a normal human!?!
Let's deep dive into these shenanigans. Wait until you hear about my most recent experience.
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28:57
Run The Other Way (It's not what you think)
In today's episode, I'm sharing how a simple change in perspective (and outside thinking) can change things for the better! Plus, a little pep talk. Because would this be Ignite if I didn't pep talk you?
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14:33
Don't Help Me!
It's been a bazillion years since I've posted a podcast! I was inspired by my friend Amanda. She just launched her new podcast - (go listen to it
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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25:02
5 Spiritual Practices That Helped me Overcome The Fear of Blushing
Blushing & Spirituality: In today’s episode, I’m going to share with you how spirituality impacts blushing and sharing 5 Spiritual Practices To Overcome Erythrophobia OR any other insecurity you're dealing with.Feel fre...
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42:26
Healed. Not Healing. Erythrophobia, Chronic Blushing, People-Pleasing, All. The. Things.
I'm unpacking a lot here. Releasing my voice. Core Fears. New Beliefs. Healing Chronic Blushing. Ready for a ride? Buckle up.You won't think the same after hearing this episode.
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56:13
Let's Talk Perfectionism, EXTREME Weight Loss, & Creativity: With Joel Pimentel
I had the honor of talking with Joel Pimentel about his 50-pound weight-loss journey and his struggle with perfectionism. Many blushers suffer from perfectionism (I know I sure did). Although he's not a blusher, his struggles and mental battles...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:11:10
Disappear For 90 Days
I'm disappearing for 90 days. Well. Kinda. Have you ever just wanted to shut out the noise, detach from your phone, and hear your own thoughts again? Yeah, me too. That's why I'm ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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24:31
Boundaries & Erythrophobia (Fear of Blushing)
Watch the conversation between me and Hank hereI'm so excited to share this podcast with you! Today's episode is featuring Hank Thurmond. He's the creator of The Viking Mindset Transformational...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:33:53
Analysis Paralysis - Move From Thinking To Action
Our thoughts can overwhelm us when it comes to creating. Fulfillment comes from creating, not the thinking or the researching. Activity doesn't always equal productivity if you're not doing the things that get you to an outcome. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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26:12
Evolving Beyond Your Current Friendships - Stagnant People, Toxic People, Convenient Friendships, Etc.
"As I shed one self-sense, I no longer identified with the people attached to it." - Jeff BrownToday we're talking about evolving beyond our friendships when someone hasn't necessarily done anything - but we need to move on from the clo...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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24:37
Life Update: Let's talk about Depression, Skincare, Weight Loss, SEX, Creativity + More!
It's been a hot minute since I recorded a podcast. Today's episode is chalked full of updates, deep thoughts, and encouragement for you! I wanted to give you an update on what 2022 has been like for me and some new thoughts I'm exp...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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