Meet the experts on the frontlines: individuals with first-hand experiences facing a range of challenges. Their personal stories not only provide unique insights but also open up new possibilities for how we navigate our own lives.
Author Kylainah Zacharcuk discusses her book about growing up as the sibling of someone with special needs, highlighting the sibling perspective and emotional layers in this interview with Carole Blueweiss.
11 May 2025
Kindness as Superpower: Miguel Gabriel's Journey From Speech Struggles to the Big Screen
Episode Summary
In this episode, actor and voiceover artist Miguel Gabriel shares his journey from struggling with impaired speech to finding his voice, literally and creatively. Thoughtful and grounded beyond his years, Miguel opens up about overcoming bullying, staying true to himself, and how kindness—his self-described superpower—has shaped his path. His reflections on rejection, faith, and friendship offer wisdom that resonates at any age.
About Miguel
Miguel Gabriel, an American actor of Spanish-Filipino and Hungarian descent, has been captivating audiences since he began his career in theater at the tender age of five. After a series of successful appearances in popular shows like "How to Get Away with Murder" and lending his voice to animated films like "Puss in Boots: The Last Wish," Miguel has made an exciting leap into his first feature film, "Camera." In this pivotal role as Oscar, he stars alongside Hollywood royalty, Beau Bridges, marking a significant milestone in his acting journey.
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Watch Camera: https://linktr.ee/camerathemovie (https://linktr.ee/camerathemovie)
Related episode of Wisdom Shared: Blessed With Support (https://wisdom-shared.simplecast.com/episodes/blessed-with-support) with Miguel's mom, Michele
Related episode of Wisdom Shared: Finding Voice Through a Camera (https://wisdom-shared.simplecast.com/episodes/finding-voice-through-a-camera) with filmmaker Jay Silverman
Miguel's Instagram: @officialmiguelgabriel (https://www.instagram.com/officialmiguelgabriel/)
Miguel's IMDB page (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10530209/)
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Audio Engineering by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works
Co-Producer and Marketing Coordinator: Kayla Nelson
Production Assistant: Becki Leigh
30 Mar 2025
Blessed With Support
Episode Summary
In this episode, Michele Uriarte-Beards shares her journey as the mother of actor and voiceover artist Miguel Gabriel. When Miguel showed early signs of speech and movement challenges, Michele navigated the uncertainties of finding the right support. Facing resistance—even from within her own family—she remained determined to help her son thrive. In addition to exploring various therapies, she found unexpected help in the theatre community, which not only provided Miguel with a creative outlet but also set him on a path to a professional acting career. Michele also reflects on Miguel’s experience with bullying—how those who once bullied him ultimately became his bodyguards. It’s a powerful parallel to his journey from struggling with speech to becoming a successful voiceover actor.
From This Episode
Watch Camera: https://linktr.ee/camerathemovie (https://linktr.ee/camerathemovie)
Related episode of Wisdom Shared: Finding Voice Through a Camera (https://wisdom-shared.simplecast.com/episodes/finding-voice-through-a-camera) with filmmaker Jay Silverman
Miguel's Instagram: @officialmiguelgabriel (https://www.instagram.com/officialmiguelgabriel/)
Miguel's IMDB page (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10530209/)
Find and Follow Carole and Wisdom Shared:
https://www.caroleblueweiss.com/ (https://www.caroleblueweiss.com/)
Subscribe to YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@WisdomSharedCaroleBlueweiss)
Follow and send a message on Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/caroleblueweiss)
Follow and send a message on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carole-blueweiss-pt-dpt-23970279/)
Follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/carole_blueweiss/)
Follow on TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@wisdom_shared)
Follow on Threads (https://www.threads.net/@carole_blueweiss)
The Wisdom Shared Team
Audio Engineering by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works
Co-Producer and Marketing Coordinator: Kayla Nelson
Production Assistant: Becki Leigh
Who has been a guest on Wisdom Shared with Carole Blueweiss
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Kylainah Zacharcuk
Celeste Mergens
Don Mergens
Craig Packard
Karey Packard
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
1,850
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
52 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
4 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 70 / 100
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Quality
74
Social presence
91
YouTube
68
Engagement
51
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