Show Notes – The Mentors Radio: Recent Episodes

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Bengt Holmström, the Emeritus Paul A. Samuelson Professor of Economics at MIT, to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of receiving the 2016 Nobel Prize in Economics for his contributions to contract theory. His research has advanced the understanding of incentives, organizations, corporate governance, and financial liquidity. Bengt is a member of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences, a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the Econometric Society, and a foreign member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences and the Finnish Academy of Science and Letters. He received his Ph.D. from Stanford and before MIT, he held faculty appointments at Yale and Northwestern. Dr. Holmstrom explains why factors that are hard to measure usually drive better behavior in incentive plans than those that are easy to measure. He mentors his students that asking the right questions is far more important than answering questions. A self-described “AI optimist,” he considers the AI companion he has created, Charlie, clever and life-enriching. LISTEN TO this radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or go to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:BENGT HOLMSTRÖM:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Bengt Holmström
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bengt_Holmstr%C3%B6m
• BOOKS:
  • Inside and Outside Liquidity, by Bengt Holmström and Jean Tirole — Two leading economists develop a theory explaining the demand for and supply of liquid assets. Why do financial institutions, industrial companies, and households hold low-yielding money balances, Treasury bills, and other liquid assets? When and to what extent can…
• WEBSITE:
  • The Nobel Prize: Bengt Holmström
  • MIT Economics: Bengt Holmström (includes access to presentations, etc)

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with veteran sportscaster Matt Morrison, author of “Touched: The Marin Morrison Story,” about the difficult, unvarnished truths so many families face in silence. When Matt’s 14-year-old daughter, Marin—a record-breaking competitive swimmer—was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive brain tumor, their family’s world changed forever. Through multiple brain surgeries, a stroke, and partial paralysis, Marin’s unyielding spirit and faith propelled her all the way to competing for Team USA at the 2008 Beijing Paralympics. They discuss the Crucible of Crisis (how extreme medical trauma placed immense strain on his 23-year marriage), Reinventing Identity (losing his broadcasting career at the height of the crisis and swallowing his pride to wash windows just to keep his family afloat), “Mystic Fortitude” (what Marin’s unshakeable grit, humor and connection with God can teach all of us about facing life’s impossible hurdles), and The Shared Death Experience (the spiritually profound moment at his daughter’s passing that gave Matt permanent peace and an unwavering perspective on life and loss). If you are currently navigating a career transition, dealing with family hardship or seeking a deeper sense of perspective and hope, this episode is a must-listen! LISTEN TO this radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or go to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:MATT MORRISON:

• BIO:
  • Veteran sports broadcaster Matt Morrison spent more than 35 years working in television and radio across five decades and nine states—anchoring major markets for networks including Fox Sports Net. But while his professional life was front and center under the bright stadium lights, his private family life was entering a parent’s worst nightmare. Matt’s uncommonly vibrant 14-year-old daughter, Marin, a record-breaking competitive swimmer, was suddenly diagnosed with an aggressive, rare form of brain cancer. Through multiple surgeries, a stroke, and partial paralysis, her unshakeable spirit drove her all the way to competing for Team USA at the 2008 Paralympics in Beijing. But the immense pressure of terminal illness did not leave the family unscathed—it shattered a 23-year marriage and fundamentally altered Matt’s life path. Matt has captured this journey in his tribute book, Touched: The Marin Morrison Story. He joins us today to share the hard truths about marital stress, professional identity loss, and a supernatural “shared death experience” that left him with permanent spiritual peace.
• BOOK:
  • Touched: The Marin Morrison Story, by Matt Morrison
• ARTICLE:
  • Marin Morrison: Courage Defined, by Paul Devlin
• LINKEDIN:
  • Matt Morrison

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Jim Tracy, founder and Chairman of the Legacy Companies and former CEO of Legacy Telecommunications, to discuss the importance of purpose and culture in business. Jim Tracy has been called the “Curator of Culture” and is also known as “The Grampion,” the title of his podcast, for his stories reflecting real life leadership experience. Legacy Telecommunications, where he served as CEO, is an infrastructure and technology services firm is a company he co-founded to make his son’s work safer. Prior to this, Jim spent 16 years leading firms in the manufacturing, sales and distribution of engineered construction products internationally. He was inducted into the Wireless Hall of Fame in 2021, honored with the Bill Carlson Lifetime Service Award from NATE in 2022, and received the Business ICON of Idaho Award in 2024. He has also been recognized for his volunteerism including Habitat for Humanity, Ducks Unlimited and SIPA. His best-selling book, “Building Men – Character Lessons From Influencers” has garnered widespread praise from critics and won multiple prestigious awards leading to a three-book deal with Morgan James Publishing. His next work, Management by Cliché publishes soon. LISTEN TO this radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or go to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTESJIM TRACY

• BIO:
  • https://thejimtracy.com/about-the-jim-tracy/
• BOOK:
  • Building Men: Character Lessons From Influencers, by Jim Tracy
  • Management by Cliché: Business Proverbs that Worked, by Jim Tracy
• WEBSITE:
  • https://thejimtracy.com/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Ed Hawkins, former All-American soccer player and Founder and CEO of SixBeacons Partners. As we watch the World Cup, it’s fitting that Ed Hawkins, a former All-American soccer player and the first US born African-American to wear the USA jersey, joins Dan Hesse on The Mentors Radio to describe the business lessons that the game of soccer can teach us. Ed explores how leadership, culture and human development intersect in organizational life. He’s the CEO of SixBeacon Partners where his work focuses on helping organizations design environments that allow people and systems to grow with purpose in the age of artificial intelligence. They discuss Ed’s fourth book, Beacon of Hope—Cultivating Excellence Across Generations, which also serves as a tribute to a special mentor. LISTEN TO this radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or go to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES: BIO: + Bio: Edward “Ed” L. Hawkins * BOOKS: + Creating Amazing Customer Experiences Using Sustainable Frameworks, by Ed Hawkins + GLOW: The Humanization of Intelligence,** by Ed Hawkins + Silicon Heart Reclaiming Humanity Through AI, by Ed Hawkins + Beacon of Hope: Cultivating Excellence Across Generations, by Ed Hawkins * *WEBSITE: + https://www.sixbeacons.com/ * LinkedIn: + https://www.linkedin.com/in/hawkinsthoughts/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Lifang He, a global tech brand strategist and marketing leader who is known for her more than 20 years experience launching record-breaking, popular tech innovations that include Apple’s iPhone and more. Data shows that up to eighty percent (80%) of technology ventures fail—not because their technology doesn’t work, but because they fail to drive consumer adoption. Why? We dive deep into the engine room of the modern tech economy to explore how great ideas actually win hearts, minds, and lasting market share. Too many business builders treat branding as a superficial creative mask to be slapped onto a product at the very end of its development cycle. Our guest today—Lifang He—argues that this exact mistake is what kills promising products and drains investor capital. She should know. A standout global brand strategist and tech marketing leader, Lifang He brings nearly twenty years of masterclass experience driving go-to-market excellence for the world’s most influential market leaders. She grew up as a competitive athlete in China, stepped into the advertising arena with Wieden+Kennedy on the Nike business, and after moving to the U.S., landed inside Apple’s dedicated global advertising agency, Media Arts Lab, where she helped orchestrate multiple global iPhone launches and worked on the historic “Shot on iPhone” campaign. From there, she built categories at Amazon, scaled product ecosystems at Ring, and directed brand integration for Amazon Pharmacy. Her career has been defined by building products and brands that scale fast and deliver results. She has earned industry recognition such as a Cannes Lions Grand Prix Award, a Fastest Growing Brands Award, and a Jay Chiat Award for Strategic Excellence. She now leads a consultancy specializing in brand strategy, product innovation, and go-to-market. Lifang is also the author of the brilliant new guide, Brand Power Built In: How Tech Products Really Win Hearts and Minds. LISTEN TO this radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or go to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:LIFANG HE:

• BIO:
  • https://www.lifanghe.me
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/lifanghe
• BOOK:
  • Brand Power Built In: How Tech Products Really Win Hearts and Minds, by Lifang He

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about his career, leadership, building teams, risk management and more. A one-of-a-kind commander with a new perspective on organizational dynamics, Ret. General Stan McChrystal is known for helping elite teams tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Few can speak about leadership, teamwork, technology and international affairs with as much insight can he. Ret. General McChrystal is the former Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, former leader of Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) and co-founder of The McChrystal Group. His exceptional and innovative understanding of organizational dynamics has led to remarkable achievements in both military and business applications. McChrystal is the author of several best-selling books on leadership, building teams, engagement and risk management. After retiring from the U.S. Army as a four-star general, General McChrystal turned his expertise to the business world. He is the Founder and CEO of the McChrystal Group, which helps Fortune 500 Companies strike the right balance between hierarchical and decentralized team mindsets and structures. He and his firm focus on the power of network analysis and machine learning to strengthen how companies connect, internally and externally. As the author of several best-selling management books, General McChrystal offers a battle-tested system for detecting and responding to risk.

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SHOW NOTES:GENERAL (RET.) STANLEY A. McCHRYSTAL:

• BIO: https://www.mcchrystalgroup.com/people/stan-mcchrystal/
• BOOKS:
  • My Share of the Task: A Memoir, by Stanley McChrystal
  • Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World, by Stanley McChrystal
  • Leaders: Myth and Reality, by Stanley McChrystal
  • Risk: A User’s Guide, by Stanley McChrystal
• WEBSITE:
  • www.mcchrystalgroup.com/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, who, in two decades as Commissioner, has built the NFL into a sports, media and cultural leader—growing the NFL to be not only America’s, but the world’s top sports league, with 13 of the world’s 20 most valuable teams being NFL teams. Ninety-three (93) of the top 100 rated programs on American television were NFL games. Starting as an intern for Commissioner Pete Rozelle in the early ’80s, Roger became the league’s first Chief Operating Officer, and he succeeded Commissioner Paul Tagliabue as Commissioner in 2006. Roger has focused on strengthening the game for players and fans alike. He prioritized improving player health and safety through new rules and better equipment, driving down concussions and other major injuries. Under his leadership, the NFL has secured consecutive, ten-year transformative collective bargaining agreements with the NFL Players Association, allowing the league to grow and thrive, enhancing pay and benefits for current and retired players and ensuring decades of labor peace. In 2021, he negotiated long-term media agreements with CBS, ESPN/ABC, FOX, NBC and Amazon, which brought Thursday Night Football to a streaming platform for the first time. He has since spearheaded groundbreaking deals with YouTube for NFL Sunday Ticket and Netflix for the NFL’s Christmas games, reaching a generation of younger fans. Under Roger’s leadership, an increasing number of regular-season games are played outside of the US, and he’s supported the rise of flag football globally. He also moved the NFL Draft from New York to cities and fans across the country.

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SHOW NOTES:ROGER GOODELL:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Roger Goodell
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roger_Goodell
• BOOKS:
  • Every Day is Sunday, by Ken Belson
  • The Biography of Roger Goodell, by Christopher Mateo

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Raj Sisodia, PhD, co-founder of the global Conscious Capitalism movement, respected global business scholar, and author of 11 influential books. Today’s broadcast was originally intended to be a conversation with visionary business leader Bob Chapman, the founder of Barry-Wehmiller. Tragically, Bob recently passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. So we decided to anchor this show as a tribute to Bob Chapman’s remarkable life and monumental legacy by talking with his close friend and co-author, Raj Sisodia, and the results far exceeded all expectations! Earning his PhD from Columbia University, Dr. Sisodia’s distinguished 42-year academic career includes teaching at institutions such as Boston University, George Mason, and serving as the FW Olin Distinguished Professor of Global Business and Scholar at Babson College. Over the past five years, he has served as a distinguished professor at Tecnológico de Monterrey—the MIT of Mexico—where he helped establish a Conscious Enterprise Center that has scaled these leadership principles to hundreds of professors and thousands of students across Latin America. Driven by a profound life purpose to open hearts and elevate human consciousness, he partnered with Bob to write the groundbreaking, national bestseller Everybody Matters: The Extraordinary Power of Caring for Your People Like Family. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:RAJ SISODIA, PhD: BIO: + https://rajsisodia.com/#about-raj * BOOKS include: + Everybody Matters: The Extraordinary Power of Caring for Your People Like Family, by Bob Chapman and Raj Sisodia + Healing Leaders: 7 Steps to Recovery of Self, by Raj Sisodia and Nilima Bhat + Conscious Capitalism, With a New Preface by the Authors: Liberating the Heroic Spirit of Business, by John Mackey and Raj Sisodia * WEBSITE*: + https://rajsisodia.com/

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In thios episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Greg LeMond, widely considered the King of American Cycling, to share his story of coming back to win the world’s greatest and most demanding race, the Tour de France, after he barely survived a horrific and life-altering accident. You’ll learn how hard work changed LeMond’s psyche from one of despair to pure joy. In yet another battle, this three-time Tour de France champion describes his decade-long fight against the cycling industry’s powers as he fought to clean up his beloved sport from scandal by those who engaged in doping. Reading LeMond’s bio, linked below, reads like a can’t-put-it-down novel showcasing principled leadership, deep-rooted ethical principles, fierce yet respectful competition, willing self-discipline and self-leadership… In this episode, you’ll find an abundance of inspiring take-away learnings. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:Greg LeMond:

• BIO: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greg_LeMond
• BOOK:
  • The Comeback: Greg LeMond, the True King of American Cycling, and a Legendary Tour de France, by Daniel De Vise.
• DOCUMENTARY:
  • The Last Rider

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Major General David Smith, USAF, deputy to the Chief of Air Force Reserve at the Pentagon. You’ll learn about a realm most people never get to see: the intersection of high-stakes national defense, cutting-edge technology and extreme physical endurance. General Smith is a combat-proven command pilot with over 4,000 flying hours—including 700 in combat across operations like Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. On his last appearance, as an F-16 Squadron Commander, he discussed what it takes to get your goals and dreams airborne. Since then, his leadership journey has scaled significantly. In this episode, we aren’t just talking about flying fighter jets. We are tracking a lifetime journey of constant re-invention—from the cockpit of an F-16, to operationalizing the advanced F-35 platform, to studying Artificial Intelligence at MIT and Harvard. We also dive deep into General Smith’s core thesis: why physical fitness is a non-negotiable leadership responsibility, and how that legacy of grit is carrying forward to the next generation of American leaders. General David Smith has flown in combat and conquered the Ironman World Championship, and shares insights about why physical grit, constant re-invention and data-driven innovation are the ultimate keys to sustaining your life’s goals. You will not only learn about leadership, but also about teamwork, humility, trust, and translating cockpit “wingman” reliance into selflessness and service in corporate culture. General Smith’s own 30+ year career spans commanding fighter squadrons, operationalizing the cutting-edge F-35, and studying Artificial Intelligence at MIT, Harvard and John Hopkins. He knows exactly what skills the next generation will need to navigate a rapidly evolving future. You’ll learn about the Ironman Mindset, breaking down the mental “wall” of an endurance race to conquer massive organizational barriers. And you’ll learn about the Future of Talent; Why tomorrow’s leaders must anchor themselves in STEM and AI while maintaining core human values. General Smith also talks about family legacy, and he and his wife Stacy raised two incredible, service-driven daughters: Sidney (Virgnia Military Institute graduate) and Ella (a standout collegiate athlete at the U.S. Naval Academy). Whether you are an aspiring young professional or a C-suite executive, this discussion is packed with actionable wisdom. *LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!*

SHOW NOTES:MAJOR GENERAL DAVID SMITH, USAF:

• BIO:
  • https://www.af.mil/About-Us/Biographies/Display/Article/1723144/david-w-smith/

Major General David Smith, USAF and his daughter, Sydney, at USAF graduation

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Ambassador Randy Tobias, former Vice Chair of AT&T, and Chair and CEO of AT&T’s primary operating unit, AT&T Communications. Randy left AT&T in 1993 to become Chair, President and CEO of Eli Lilly and Company. In 2003 President George W. Bush nominated him to be the founding United States Global AIDS Coordinator with the rank of Ambassador and with the charge to develop, launch and lead what became PEPFAR, a multibillion-dollar U.S. government initiative to blunt the global HIV/AIDS epidemic, first in sub-Saharan Africa and then globally. Now in its twenty-second year, PEPFAR is credited with having saved more than 26 million lives. Subsequently President Bush named Randy Administrator of USAID and concurrently the first Director of all United States Foreign Assistance with the rank of Deputy Secretary of State. Ambassador Tobias has been recognized with a long and diverse list of honors including five honorary degrees. He has served on a number of corporate and non-profit boards, and in leadership roles with numerous organizations including as chair of the boards of trustees of both Duke University and Indiana University. He is the author of two books, Put The Moose On The Table: Lessons In Leadership From A CEO’s Journey Through Business And Life, and Never Daunted: A Life and Legacy of Embracing Change, a memoir published in 2025. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:AMBASSADOR RANDY TOBIAS:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Ambassador Randy Tobias
• BOOKS:
  • Never Daunted: A Life and Legacy of Embracing Change, by Randall L. Tobias
  • Put the Moose on the Table: Lessons in Leadership from a CEO’s Journey Though Business and Life, by Randall L. Tobias and Todd Tobias
• WEBSITE:
  • Tobias Leadership Center, University of Indiana

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Horst Schulze, the legendary founder of the Ritz-Carlton hotel group, and author of Excellence Wins, as he shares his humble and amazing story of how – and why – he set the gold standard for customer service that ultimately led to the creation of the most iconic hotel brand in the world… and it all began with a dream at age five! Horst began his illustrious career as a busboy. How did he end up founding the Ritz-Carlton? What did he learn about leadership, business structure, people management, genuine motivation, financing and surviving amid brutally tough times? All these lessons and learnings—and more—are packed into this episode. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:HORST SCHULZE:

• BIO:
  • AAE Speakers
  • Bloomberg
• BOOK:
  • Excellence Wins: A No-Nonsense Guide to Becoming the Best in a World of Compromise, by Horst Schulze
• ARTICLES:
  • “Former Ritz Carlton President Horst Schulze Talks About The New Frontier In Luxury Hotels“ – Forbes
  • “The Second Act Of Horst Schulze Is Finally Taking Off” – Forbes
• WEBSITE:
  • https://horstschulze.com/

“Industry luminaries regard Horst Schulze as the leading hotelier in the world, but his influence extends far beyond the hospitality business.”

—Dr. Tim Irwin, New York Times bestselling author and leadership authority

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with former U.S. Senator William W. “Bill” Bradley and how he navigated major life transitions, why he shares very personal stories; you’ll even hear Bill sing a Van Morrison song to demonstrate his latest passion. Senator Bradley represents a rare convergence of elite performance across athletics, academics and public service. He served in the U.S. Senate from 1979 – 1997 representing the state of New Jersey. In 2000, he was a candidate for the Democratic nomination for President. Prior to serving in the Senate, he was an Olympic gold medalist and a professional basketball player with the New York Knicks during which time they won two (2) NBA championships. In 1982, he was elected to the Basketball Hall of Fame. Senator Bradley holds a bachelor’s degree in American History from Princeton and a master’s degree from Oxford, where he was a Rhodes Scholar. Senator Bradley is a Managing Director of Allen & Company and hosts American Voices, a weekly show on Sirius XM Satellite Radio that highlights the remarkable accomplishments of Americans, both famous and unknown. He has authored seven books on American politics, culture, and the economy, and his performative autobiography, Rolling Along, has been viewed more than 20 million times. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:BILL BRADLEY:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Bill Bradley
• BOOKS:
  • We Can All Do Better, by Bill Bradley, Petr Ganim, et al.
  • Time Present, Time Past: A Memoir, by Bill Bradley
  • Life on the Run, by Bill Bradley
  • Values of the Game, by Bill Bradley
  • The New American Story, by Bill Bradley
  • The Journey From Here, by Bill Bradley
  • The Fair Tax, by Bill Bradley
• PERFORMATIVE DOCUMENTARY:
  • Rolling Along
• WEBSITE:
  • https://www.billbradley.com/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Vienna Pharaon, a highly regarded licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in New York City and author of an off-the-charts best-selling book, The Origins of You: How Breaking Family Patterns Can Liberate the Way We Live and Love. This episode addresses some of the most fundamental and powerful forces in each of our lives that directly affect our individual ability to reach our full potential, in life, relationships, athletics, and in literally any endeavor we pursue, including business. Vienna Pharaon’s insights on human behavior and a common “why” behind what we individually choose, can be—and often are, literally, transformative and life-changing. Her book, The Origins of You, has become a global phenomenon, a national best-seller, and already has been translated into 24 languages. In the book, Vienna offers a profound analysis of how unresolved childhood wounds fundamentally reshape our relationship and our professional trajectories… and if not addressed, can put our career or lifestyle at risk. We may discover we are living a story we never actually chose. In this episode, you’ll uncover the hidden forces and childhood patterns that are secretly threatening our leadership, our organizations and our personal lives. Learn how to get the wisdom YOU need to protect YOUR future and break any destructive cycles. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:VIENNA PHARAON:

• BIO:
  • https://www.newyorkcouplescounseling.com/about/vienna-pharaon/
• BOOK:
  • The Origins of You: How Breaking Family Patterns Can Liberate the Way We Live and Love, by Vienna Pharaon
• WEBSITE:
  • https://viennapharaon.com/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Bruce Mehlman, CEO of Mehlman Consulting, a bipartisan firm he founded after serving at senior levels in politics, policy and business, to discuss the growing role that geopolitical risk plays in the strategy of all companies, large and small. Mehlman Consulting helps Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups understand, anticipate and navigate the ever-evolving policy environment and trends likely to impact the global marketplace. A highly sought-after public speaker to Boards of Directors, global conferences and strategic planning sessions, Mehlman’s popular Age of Disruption substack reaches tens of thousands of readers across business, government, NGOs and global investment firms each week. His well-recognized infographics regarding political trends are frequently covered in leading publications, including the Washington Post, Axios, Politico, CNN, Bloomberg and Fox News. Mehlman has lectured on “winning business-government relations” at the Harvard Kennedy School, Yale School of Management and Georgetown University, among others. Mehlman previously held the post of Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Technology Policy, having been nominated by President George W. Bush and confirmed by the U.S. Senate in 2001. Prior to this appointment, he worked at Cisco Systems, the House of Representatives and at a Washington D.C. law firm. Mehlman is widely regarded as an expert in running issue campaigns, managing C-suite associations and developing strategies that achieve impactful policy outcomes. He also serves as Executive Director of the Technology CEO Council.

SHOW NOTES:BRUCE MEHLMAN:

• BIO:
  • https://mehlmanconsulting.com/team-member/bruce-p-mehlman/
• SUBSTACK:
  • Age of Disruption
• COMPANY:
  • https://mehlmanconsulting.com/
• VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS:

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Robert Spetzler, M.D., a world-renown neurosurgeon specializing in cerebrovascular disease and skull base tumors. He served as the J.N. Harber Chairman Emeritus of Neurological Surgery, and Director Emeritus, as well as President and CEO Emeritus, of the Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix, Arizona. Under Dr. Spetzler’s leadership, the Institute grew from a regional center to a global destination for the treatment, education, and research of neurological conditions. He is also emeritus chair of neurosurgery at the Phoenix campus of the University of Arizona College of Medicine. Dr. Spetzler was involved in pioneering the technique of hypothermia and cardiac arrest (‘cardiac standstill’) for the treatment of difficult brain lesions, which, as he explains, “has allowed us to treat patients who otherwise had absolutely no other option.” He performed more than 6,000 aneurysm surgeries during his career, treating some of the most complex cases in the world. Just over 100 of those patients underwent cardiac standstill. Dr. Spetzler’s desire to pursue a medical career, and to treat all—especially patients—with dignity, took root when he was age 5, when he had contracted tetanus from a rusty nail. Tetanus at the time was usually fatal. In the middle of the night his parents rushed him to the hospital, doing what they could to make sure he stayed awake on the way (to avoid falling into a tetany attack). At the hospital, he became one of the first people to receive a new drug, penicillin, which saved his life. Later, during a medical teaching presentation of his case, with the young Spetzler included in the presentation, the doctor failed to treat his young patient with even the slightest degree of dignity. Dr. Spetzler never forgot what that felt like and treating others, especially his patients, with dignity remained first and foremost the rest of his life, including in his practice and in his leadership. Honored many times by professional societies, including the American College of Surgeons and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, in 1994, Dr. Spetzler was chosen to be the Honored Guest of Congress of Neurological Surgeons. At age 49, he was the youngest recipient of this prestigious honor. Five years later, he received the Herbert Olivcrona Award (the “Nobel Prize of Neurosurgery”), among many other awards listed in his biography. Born in Stierhoefstetten, Germany, Dr. Spetzler moved with his family to the United States at the age of 11. He received his B.S. from Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois, and his doctorate of medicine from Northwestern Medical School in Chicago. His postgraduate training was completed at Wesley Memorial Hospital, Northwestern in Chicago. He completed a residency in neurosurgery at the University of California, San Francisco. He received board certification in September 1979 from the American Board of Neurological Surgery. In 1983 Dr. Spetzler left his position as associate professor of neurosurgery at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland to assume a position as chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at Barrow Neurological Institute at Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix. He served as president and CEO of Barrow from 1986 to 2017. Also a prolific writer, Dr. Spetzler has published more than 300 articles and 180 book chapters and has co-edited multiple neurosurgical textbooks, including The Color Atlas of Microneurosurgery (2000).

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SHOW NOTES:ROBERT F. SPETZLER, M.D.

• BIO:
  • https://www.barrowneuro.org/person/robert-spetzler-md/
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_F._Spetzler
  • https://alchetron.com/Robert-F-Spetzler
• NEWS / ARTICLES :
  • Dr. Robert F. Spetzler Makes Neurosurgery History as Two-Time CNS Honored Guest —
  • 2014 Top Doctor: Robert F. Spetzler, MD — Phoenix Magazine
  • It’s Personal: Dr. Robert F. Spetzler

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Chris Cillizza, an American political analyst, journalist, and digital media creator. He is best known for his sharp, accessible breakdowns of U.S. politics. He now runs a popular YouTube channel and publishes on Substack, where he explains political news in clear, engaging terms. In his latest book, Power Players: Sports, Politics, and the American Presidency, Chris takes a non-partisan and fascinating approach to understanding leadership. Instead of just studying presidents as politicians, he looks at them as athletes, competitors and fans, and uncovers what sports reveals about their leadership traits. His insights apply to all leaders, whether in business, entrepreneurship, at home or in a volunteer capacity. Absolutely fascinating and insightful! LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:CHRIS CILLIZZA:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Chris Cillizza
• BOOKS:
  • Power Players: Sports, Politics and the American Presidency, by Chris Cillizza
  • The Gospel According to the Fix: An Insider’s Guide to a Less than Holy World of Politics, by Chris Cillizza

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with global advisor Ram Charan on whether your career and lifestyle are at risk from China’s “90% Strategy”. Ram Charan has been a foundational force in global business strategy for more than six decades, sought after for growth strategy and advice by CEOs including Jeff Bezos and more. Widely recognized as the advisor who tells you what you need to hear—not what you want to hear—Ram joins us for his sixth appearance to deliver a message essential for every leader, entrepreneur and citizen. The focus of this episode is on Ram’s new work, China’s 90% Model: China Has America by the Throat: Here’s How to Fight Back and Win. In this book, Ram offers a profound analysis of a systematic strategy of industrial dominance that is fundamentally reshaping the global order. This is not just a conversation about market competition; it is a look at the very survival of Western industrial capacity. While the subject may seem geopolitical, it is vital to understand because these are the forces putting our organizations at risk—the very factors that will shape the world that our children and grandchildren inherit. To protect our legacy and guide the next generation, we must see the road ahead with absolute clarity. This episode exposes the wisdom you need to protect the road ahead, your future. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:RAM CHARAN:

• BIO:
  • Ram Charan, Ph.D. is renowned global consultant, an exceptionally keen observer of future retail and economic ecosystems, how to serve clients better, faster and deliver more satisfaction and brand loyalty and more, and a critical advisor to such corporate founders as Amazon’s Jeff Bezos and many, many more. He shares his insights in guiding others and in books and is a prolific, multi-time, best-selling author. You can listen to his story, growing up in India, how he changed his family’s marketplace show-selling business by observing ways to serve clients better, faster and in a way that radically transformed their family business and their customers’ satisfaction in our first episode with Ram Charan here:How to Grow Fast and Make an Impact, with Ram Charan . Regardless of your level of achievement, YOU CANNOT HELP BUT LEARN FROM RAM.
• BOOK – NEWEST BOOK:
  • China’s 90% Model: China has America by the Throat: Here’s How to Fight Back and Win, by Ram Charan
• WEBSITE:
  • https://ram-charan.com/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with MIT Professors Nelson Repenning and Don Keiffer to discuss their new book, There Has Got to Be a Better Way- How to Deliver Results and Get Rid of the Stuff That Gets in the Way of Real Work, describing Dynamic Work Design. Work design is the primary reason work often fails to get done well, and why leaders need to thoroughly know the business and get involved with the front line to be effective and respected. Nelson is the Faculty Director of the MIT Leadership Center and the Distinguished Professor of System Dynamics and Organization Studies at the MIT Sloan School of Management. Nelson received the International System Dynamics Society’s Jay Wright Forrester Award, which recognizes the best work in the field in the previous five years and he received the Jamieson Prize for Excellence in Teaching. He was recently recognized by Poets and Quants as one of the country’s top instructors in executive education. Don’s 40-year career in operations spans from front-line work to executive roles, including 15 years at Harley-Davidson where he was VP of Operational Excellence. He is currently advising executive teams around the globe in operational strategy and improvement. He is a Senior Lecturer at MIT’s Sloan School of Management and AVT Business School in Copenhagen. Don and Nelson are partners in ShiftGear Work Design. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:NELSON REPENNING and DON KEIFFER:

• BIOS:
  • Nelson Repenning: BIO: Nelson P. Repenning
  • Don Keiffer: BIO: Don Keiffer
• BOOK:
  • There Has Got to Be a Better Way- How to Deliver Results and Get Rid of the Stuff That Gets in the Way of Real Work, by Nelson Repenning and Don Keiffer
• OTHER:
  • ShiftGear Work Design

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Shirin Behzadi, author of The Unexpected CEO and an extraordinary leader who has lived what many would call three lifetimes in one. Shirin’s journey is a masterclass in perseverance, resiliance and what some would describe as anti-fragility. She rose from being alone, as an 18-year-old immigrant, working behind bulletproof glass as an all-night gas station cashier, to becoming the CEO of a billion-dollar home improvement franchise network. Along the way, she navigated a high-stakes, nine-figure private equity exit and overcame a life-threatening health crisis—a brain tumor—that forced her to redefine everything she knew about leadership. In this episode we dive deep into why your point of view—not your ability—is often your greatest limitation and how to transform adversity into your ultimate competitive advantage.

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Key Wisdom from this Episode includes:

• The “North Star” Vision: Why expecting success is a higher level of energy than simply dreaming of it.
• Radical Empathy: How Shirin doubled her company’s value by launching “listening tours” to engage people at every level of the organization.
• The 1.8% Rule: Why you should never let statistics or “naysayers” limit your ambitions.
• Doing Well by Doing Good: Why making your stakeholders successful is the most effective path to financial success. As Shirin puts it, “If the world doesn’t believe in you, that’s terrible, but if you don’t believe in you, that’s tragic”.

SHOW NOTES:SHIRIN BEHZADI:

• BIO:
  • https://shirinbehzadi.com/my-story/
• BOOK:
  • https://amzn.to/4cMsiKw
• WEBSITE:
  • https://shirinbehzadi.com/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Dr. Kaushik Basu, Professor of Economics and of International Studies at Cornell University. Dr. Basu was formerly Chief Economist of the World Bank, Chief Economic Adviser to the Indian Government, and president of the International Economic Association. He is currently co-Chair of the United Nations High-Level Expert Group “Beyond GDP”. Widely published, Dr. Basu’s works have been translated into several languages, including Chinese, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Polish and French. He won the Humboldt Research prize and he was awarded the Padma Bhushan by the President of India. Dr. Basu has held visiting positions at Princeton, Harvard and M.I.T., and has authored several books, including The Republic of Beliefs: A New Approach to Law and Economics and Reason to be Happy—Why Logical Thinking is the Key to a Better Life. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:KAUSHIK BASU, PhD:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Kaushik Basu
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaushik_Basu
• BOOKS:
  • Reason to be Happy: Why Logical Thinking is the Key to a Better Life, by Kaushik Basu
  • The Republic of Beliefs: A New Approach to Law and Economics , by Kaushik Basu

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks in a new episode with Jim Loehr, one of the world’s leading performance psychologists, a true pioneer in understanding human potential who has worked with the most elite athletes and business leaders, and who is a prolific author including his most recent book—and perhaps his most important—Sapiens Reinvented. You’ll learn about the real root of fear and bias, why it affects all of us, and why Loehr believes that families are the key to real change in our future. Loehr is the co-founder of the Human Performance Institute, a groundbreaking organization that transformed how elite performers manage energy, resilience, and purpose—and which was later acquired by Johnson & Johnson. Over his career, Jim has worked with world-class athletes, business leaders, physicians, and members of the military, and he’s authored nearly 20 influential books, including the landmark bestseller, The Power of Full Engagement. You’ll learn why Jim believes his recent book may be his most important work yet; Sapiens Reinvented: Saving the Species from a Deadly Evolutionary Flaw—a bold exploration of human nature, fear, bias, and what it will take to ensure the future of our species. You’ll also learn why relationships are, in the end, the essence of a meaningful life. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:JIM LOEHR:

• BIO: https://scitechcampus.gmu.edu/wp-content/uploads/LC18_SpeakerBio_JimLoehr.pdf
• BOOKS:
  • Sapiens Reinvented: Saving the Species from a Deadly Evolutionary Flaw, by Jim Loehr
  • The Power of Full Engagement, Managing Energy, Not Time, is the Key to High Performance and Personal Renewal, by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz
  • The Power of Story, by Jim Loehr
• WEBSITE: https://www.jim-loehr.com/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Ginni Rometty, who was the ninth Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of IBM. Under her leadership, the 100-year-old company reinvented 50 percent of its portfolio, built a $25 billion hybrid cloud business, and established leadership in AI and quantum computing. IBM acquired 65 companies during Ginni’s tenure as CEO, including Red Hat, the largest acquisition in the company’s history. She also drove record results in workforce transformation and supported the explosive growth of an innovative high school program to prepare the workforce of the future in over twenty-eight countries. Through her work with the Business Roundtable, Ginni helped redefine the purpose of the corporation. She has been named Fortune’s #1 Most Powerful Woman three years in a row, is a member of the National Academy of Engineering, and has been honored with the designation of Officer in the French Légion of Honor. Today, Ginni Rometty serves on multiple boards and co-chairs OneTen, a coalition committed to upskilling, hiring and promoting one million Americans without four-year degrees by 2030 into family-sustaining jobs and careers. She is the author of the bestselling book Good Power: Creating Positive Change in Our Lives, Work and World, which is full of lessons she learned from important mentors, both inside and outside of IBM. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:GINNI ROMETTY:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Virginia (Ginni) Rometty
• BOOK:
  • Good Power: Leading Positive Change in Our Lives, Work, and World, by Ginni Rometty
• WEBSITE:
  • https://ginnirometty.com

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Dr. Sunita Sah, national bestselling author, award-winning professor at Cornell University and an expert in organizational psychology. Dr. Sunita Sah joins Dan Hesse to discuss her bestselling book, Defy: The Power of No in a World That Demands Yes, which teaches us how to say “No” when saying “Yes” conflicts with our personal values. Dr. Sah leads groundbreaking research on influence, authority, trust, compliance and defiance. A trained physician, she currently teaches executives, leaders and students in healthcare and business. Dr. Sah is a sought-after international speaker and consultant, advisor to government agencies, and former Commissioner of the National Commission on Forensic Science. Her multi-disciplinary research and analyses have been widely published in leading academic journals and media, including The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Harvard Business Review, and Scientific American. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:DR. SUNITA SAH:

• BIO:
  • https://www.sunitasah.com/about-sunita
• BOOKS:
  • Defy: The Power of No in a World That Demands Yes, by Dr. Sunita Sah
• WEBSITE:
  • https://www.sunitasah.com/
• OTHER:
  • NEWSLETTER: https://sunitasah.substack.com/
  • LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsunitasah/
  • INSTAGRAM: @drsunitasah

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Ashley Goodall, former Cisco executive and co-author of Nine Lies About Work, about lies we are told about work. For example, we are told that the best companies cascade goals and the best people are well-rounded. We are told that people leave because of ‘culture’ and that feedback is a gift. But what if every one of those statements is a lie?! In this episode, often-repeated work ‘dogmas’ will be dismantled—including the myth of “Company Culture” and the trap of “Work-Life Balance”. Ashley Goodall culls from two decades working in leadership and human resources as a consultant, Fortune 50 executive, speaker, researcher and writer. You’ll learn the Nine Lies About Work and why they are lies. You’ll learn how to genuinely and effectively manage and lead teams in any field. You’ll learn the myths of management. And most importantly, you’ll learn what truly does help teams thrive in the real world… (it’s not what you’ve probably heard in the workplace!) If you lead or want to lead, you cannot afford to miss this episode! LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:ASHLEY GOODALL:

• BIO:
• BOOKS:
  • Nine Lies About Work: A Freethinking Leader’s Guide to the Real World, by Marcus Buckingham and Ashley Goodall
  • The Problem with Change: And the Essential Nature of Human Performance, by Ashley Goodall
• ASHLEY’S SUBSTACK:
  • https://ashleygoodall.substack.com/
• WEBSITE:
  • https://ashleygoodall.com/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks withAndy Beckstoffer, named “the most powerful grapegrower by Wall Street Journal and the Wine Spectator. Few people have played a more pivotal, pioneering role in Napa Valley’s evolution into a world class wine region than Andy Beckstoffer, who owns Beckstoffer Vineyards. Beckstoffer Vineyards includes six Napa “Heritage sites” which consistently produce some of the best wines in the world, being awarded 100 point scores year after year. Perhaps most notably, Andy introduced an innovative and radical new grape pricing structure in 1976, which created a major and lasting shift in how the California wine industry views the importance of wine growers and grape quality. The Wall Street Journal and the Wine Spectator have both named Andy Beckstoffer the “Most Powerful Grapegrower.” In 1975, at age 35, Andy was a founding Director and the second President of the Napa Valley Grapegrowers Association. He and his wife of 60 years, Betty Beckstoffer, were honored as St. Helena’s “Citizens of the Year” and Andy has been named Grower of the Year three times, by three different organizations. He was also named Agriculturalist of the Year twice. In 2007, Andy received the Wine Industry Leadership Award, the first ever United States Congressional Wine Caucus Commendation, and in 2010, he was inducted into the Vintners Hall of Fame. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:

ANDY BECKSTOFFER:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Andy Beckstoffer
• WEBSITE:
  • https://beckstoffervineyards.com/
• OTHER:
  • Historical Timeline of Beckstoffer Vineyards
  • Guts, Luck and Vision: An Interview with Andy Beckstoffer (by Silverado Farming, December 2022)

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In today’s episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Dr. Natali Edmonds, a board-certified geropsychologist and the founder of Dementia Careblazers. Did you know that right now, one in four adults in the United States is providing care for someone else? That represents 63 million Americans—a silent army navigating complex medical needs, crushing financial pressures, and heavy legal responsibilities. As our population ages, this role is rapidly becoming one of the most defining experiences of our time. But what if we looked at caregiving differently? What if, rather than just a burden, we viewed it as a profound masterclass in being human? It is a form of sacrificial love that teaches us to listen without words, to read non-verbal signals, and to master the art of patience. It challenges us to become better leaders and more available to the people who need us most. In this episode, you’ll learn how Dr. Natali Edmonds transitioned from helping her clients one-on-one as a doctor, to becoming an “accidental entrepreneur” helping millions of caregivers and building a global movement not just by offering medical advice, but by giving caregivers the tools to protect their own well-being. Whether you are in the trenches right now or simply want to learn how to be more present in your own life, this conversation is for you. You’ll also learn how serving others can actually help us to find ourselves. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:DR. NATALI EDMONDS:

• BIO:
  • https://careblazers.com/about/
• WEBSITE:
  • CareBlazers.com
• YouTube Channel:
  • https://www.youtube.com/@DementiaCareblazers
  • One of many videos: “When Dementia Caregiving Feels Impossible“

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with former U.S. Senator Jack Danforth about Senator Danforth’s book, The Relevance of Religion, and why and how religious congregations of all faiths should endeavor to heal the political divide in America. An ordained Episcopal priest and former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Senator Danforth explains religion’s gift of “virtue” to politics, and his unique views on success and happiness. Former Senator John C. Danforth (Jack) is a partner at Dowd Bennett LLP and brings the strategic insights and wisdom gained from a distinguished career in public service and the law. Jack currently serves on the national advisory board of the John C. Danforth Center on Religion and Politics at Washington University. An ordained Episcopal priest, Jack is the author of Resurrection; Faith and Politics: How the “Moral Values” Debate Divides America and How to Move Forward Together; and The Relevance of Religion-How Faithful People Can Change Politics. Following his three terms in the U.S. Senate (1976-1995), Jack held appointments in both Republican and Democratic administrations. Jack was Special Counsel in the investigation of the federal raid on the Branch Davidian compound in Waco, Texas (1999-2000). He was Special Envoy for Peace in Sudan (2001-2004) and U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations (2004-2005). Prior to his election to the U.S. Senate, Jack was elected and served eight years as Attorney General for the state of Missouri (1968-1976). He and his wife Sally have five children, 15 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:JOHN C. (“JACK”) DANFORTH:

• BIO:
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Danforth
• BOOKS:
  • Resurrection, by John C. Danforth
  • Faith and Politics: How the “Moral Values” Debate Divides America and How to Move Forward Together, by John Danforth
  • The Relevance of Religion-How Faithful People Can Change Politics, by John Danforth

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Jim Loehr, a world-renown human performance psychologist, about how to ensure you are leading with character and purposely pursuing what matters most. Loehr knows what he’s talking about. He has literally transformed hundreds of lives, including the most elite tennis competitors in the world, as well as business executives at all levels, and the millions of individuals who have read his books or taken his courses over many yeas. Jim’s ability to transform an individual’s energy so that he or she can easily and dramatically improve their sustained energy level is remarkable. His work and coaching unleashes an individual’s unique potential and peak performance, regardless of whether they are a top tennis athlete, or a company executive, entrepreneur, or a student in college. Jim knows first-hand that better sustained energy and better focus results in Peak Performance and Achievement. Every. Time. Jim Loehr is the co-founder of the Orlando-based Human Performance Institute, and the author of 17 easy-to-read, down-to-earth yet life-transforming books, including best-sellers: “The Power of Full Engagement,” “The Power of Story,” and “Leading with Character.” Listen to the radio podcast of this episode below (posted after the episode’s radio airing)… Subscribe for free here to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast so you never miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:JIM LOEHR, PhD:

• BIO:
  • https://scitechcampus.gmu.edu/wp-content/uploads/LC18_SpeakerBio_JimLoehr.pdf
• BOOKS:
  • The Power of Full Engagement, Managing Energy, Not Time, is the Key to High Performance and Personal Renewal, by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz
  • Leading with Character, 10 Minutes a Day to a Brilliant Legacy, by Jim Loehr
  • Wise Decisions, A Science-Based Approach to Making Better Choices, by Dr. Jim Loehr and Dr. Sheila Ohlsson
• WEBSITE:
  • https://www.jim-loehr.com/

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Yale Ph.D. J. Budziszewski, professor of Government and Philosophy at the University of Texas at Austin. The author of more than 20 books, including The Revenge of Conscience, What We Can’t Not Know and his most recent work, Pandemic of Lunacy: How to Think Clearly When Everyone Around You Seems Crazy. A former radical atheist, Dr. Budziszewski underwent a profound conversion that integrated his world-class intellect with deep faith. Today, he is one of the preeminent voices on Natural Law and critical thinking. In this discussion of his latest book, you will discover Budziszewski’s learnings about patterns of delusion in our culture, how beliefs shape society, the differences between human rationality and animal instinct, the role of conscience in human behavior, the need for personal honesty and for respecting common sense passed down through the ages, the critical importance of maintaining relationships and effective communication, and more. You’ll hear about the value of learning from genuine leaders. Whether considering the culture of society at large or the culture within a company or other work environment, the insights from this episode can help to keep you grounded and clear-thinking amid chaos and confusion. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:J. Budziszewski, Ph.D.:

• BIO:
  • https://civicleadership.utexas.edu/people/j-budziszewski/
• BOOKS:
  • Pandemic of Lunacy: How to Think Clearly When Everyone Around You Seems Crazy, by J. Budziszewski, PhD
  • What We Can’t Not Know: A Guide, by J. Budziszewski, PhD
  • The Revenge of Conscience, by J. Budziszewski, PhD
  • Written on the Heart: The Case for Natural Law, by J. Budziszewski

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Dr. Eswar Prasad, a Professor of Economics at Cornell, a senior fellow at Brookings, and the former head of the IMF’s China division, to discuss his book The Future of Money: How the Digital Revolution Is Transforming Currencies and Finance, which was chosen as a Best Book of the Year by The Economist, The Financial Times, Foreign Affairs, ProMarket, and The Week. In The Future of Money, Dr. Prasad argues that we are at an inflection point where technology is redefining what money is, who issues it, and how it moves—pushing us toward a world with less physical cash, and an ecosystem of fintech and crypto innovations that will reshape everything from household payments to the global monetary order. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:ESWAR S. PRASAD:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Eswar S. Prasad
• BOOKS:
  • The Future of Money: How the Digital Revolution Is Transforming Currencies and Finance, by Eswar S. Prasad
  • The Doom Loop: Why the World Economic Order Is Spiraling into Disorder, by Eswar S. Prasad
  • Gaining Currency: The Rise of the Renminbi, by Eswar S. Prasad
  • The Dollar Trap: How the U.S. Dollar TIghtened its Grip on Global Finance, by Eswar S. Prasad
• WEBSITE:
  • https://www.futureofmoneybook.com/

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Michael Collopy, one of the preeminent portrait photographers of our time — a man whose camera has revealed the inner soul of saints, world leaders, Nobel Peace laureates, and some of the most recognizable entertainers on the planet. Over 45 years, he has photographed six U.S. presidents, 37 Nobel Peace Prize laureates, and hundreds of global icons — and in the process, he has observed patterns of character, humility, ego, joy, and loneliness that very few people ever get to see up close. Michael Collopy is self-taught, yet mentored by giants like Ansel Adams and Richard Avedon. His life’s work has taken him from Mother Teresa’s streets of Calcutta, to Pope John Paul II in Mexico City, to Nelson Mandela, to the Rolling Stones in Paris, and everywhere in between. In this episode, you’ll discover what Michael has learned about people — about what truly distinguishes the great from the merely famous, the fulfilled from the restless, and the peacemakers from the performers. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:MICHAEL COLLOPY:

• BIO:
  • https://www.michaelcollopyphotography.com/about/
• BOOKS:
  • Courage, by Michael Collopy (Limited Edition, 2020)
  • Architects of Peace: Visions of Hope in Words and Images, by Michael Collopy
  • Works of Love are Works of Peace, by Michael Collopy
• WEBSITE:
  • https://www.michaelcollopyphotography.com

“Michael has consistently shown sensitivity in his work, and it appears that the Muse rests lightly on his shoulder for his work captures the essence of his subjects.” – DR. MAYA ANGELOU

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Jerome Bettis (also known as “The Bus”), who is a Hall of Fame running back and Walter Peyton NFL Man of the Year. Jerome describes how he “broke the cycle” of shunning rookies in the locker room and instead focused on encouraging and mentoring them. He also talks about how the generosity of one pro football player he met as a kid drove him to develop the habit of giving a “hand up” to those in need; a habit that he knows he will continue for the rest of his life. “The Bus” is also the title of Jerome’s bestselling autobiography, which tells the story of Bettis’ rise from a Detroit ghetto to an illustrious collegiate and professional football career. A six-time Pro Bowl selection and one of the league’s all-time leading rushers, Jerome retired in 2006 after helping the Steelers win the Super Bowl, and in 2022, at age 50, Bettis received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame, fulfilling a promise he made to his mother when he left college for the NFL draft a year before graduation! LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:JEROME BETTIS:

• BIO: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jerome_Bettis
• BOOK: The Bus – My Life in and out of a Helmet – Jerome Bettis and Gene Wojciechowski
• WEBSITE: https://thebus36.com/
• VIDEO CLIPS:
  • Commencement 2022: Jerome Bettis
  • From Touchdowns to Textbooks: Jerome Bettis’ Return to College Post NFL
  • Jerome Bettis’ 2015 Pro Football Hall of Fame speech

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Rusty Gaillard, a man who built one of the quintessential “A-student” careers of our time: Princeton engineering, GE under Jack Welch, an MBA from Stanford, and ultimately 14 years at Apple, where he served as Worldwide Director of Finance. By any external measure, he had “made it”. But internally, Rusty hit a wall — a wall many high achievers eventually reach. That crisis led to deep introspection, divorce, reinvention, and ultimately the insights behind his book, Breaking the Code: Stop Looking for Answers and Start Enjoying Life — a guide to upgrading what he calls your code or your “InnerTech,” the internal operating system that shapes your life. Rusty eventually left Apple to become a transformational executive coach, helping leaders navigate transitions and create meaningful, sustainable success. In this episode, they explore what drove Rusty to the breaking point, how he rebuilt his life, and what he has learned coaching others through change. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:RUSTY GAILLARD:

• BIO:
  • https://rustygaillard.com/about-rusty-gaillard-corporate-performance-consultant
• BOOK:
  • Breaking the Code: Stop Looking for Answers and Start Enjoying Life, by Rusty Gaillard
• WEBSITE:
  • https://rustygaillard.com

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with Sahil Bloom, author of The 5 Types of Wealth—A Transformative Guide to Design Your Dream Life to describe how important Time, Social, Mental, Physical, and Financial wealth are to leading one’s dream life, and how important it is not to sacrifice one kind of wealth in pursuit of another. In addition to his debut book, Sahill captivates millions of people every week through his insights and biweekly newsletter, The Curiosity Chronicle. Sahil is a successful entrepreneur and the managing partner of SRB Ventures, an early-stage investment fund. He holds bachelors and masters degrees from Stanford University, where he was a four-year member of the baseball team.

SHOW NOTES:SAHIL BLOOM:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Sahil Bloom
• BOOK:
  • The 5 Types of Wealth—A Transformative Guide to Design Your Dream Life, by Sahil Bloom
• NEWSLETTER:
  • The Curiosity Chronicle

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Thom Weisel, a guest whose influence has not only shaped companies, but also culture. A financier and sports leader, Weisel is both Senior Managing Director and a Director of Stifel, a diversified global wealth management and investment banking company. Previously Thom was Chairman and CEO of Thomas Weisel Partners Group, Inc. and Montgomery Securities, one of Silicon Valley’s famed “Four Horsemen”. Thom helped build the financial infrastructure that fueled Silicon Valley’s explosive rise, often referred to as “Wall Street West”. He led the financings behind companies that transformed medicine, semiconductors, and the internet itself. In addition, Weisel was responsible for raising the iconic KLEINER PERKINS’ first venture fund. Along the way, he also exercised his leadership skills toward something entirely different and arguably just as consequential: rebuilding the governance and funding models behind U.S. skiing and U.S. cycling—helping save those sports and elevate American athletes on the world stage. Growing up, Weisel was a five-time U.S. National Junior Champion in Speed Skating, ranked Third in the 1959 U.S. Olympic Trials for the 500 meter in Speed Skating. He remained athletically active the rest of his life, including ranking Third overall in the 1982 U.S. National Master Alpine Championship, in ’85 he launched the Montgomery Cycling Team, four years later he won 2 Gold Medals in 1989 Cycling Kilo & Sprint in the World Master Games in Finland, the following two years he picked up 5 more Gold Medals and a 6th Gold in World Cup Masters Cycling in Kilo in 1991, the same year he was named Masters Athlete of the Year for U.S. Cycling. In 1999, he received the U.S. Ski Association Julius Blegen Award, its highest honor… his athletic achievements continued and in 2018 he was inducted in the U.S. Ski Hall of Fame…. all while pursuing advanced college degrees and innovative business building and exceptional entrepreneurial leadership. Thom Weisel’s is a story of ambition and resilience; of building institutions, losing them, and building again. It’s about competition, yes…but it is also about patience, stewardship, and meaning. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:THOM WEISEL:

• BIO:
  • https://thomas-weisel.com/
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thom_Weisel
• BOOK – In 2003, Richard L. Brandt wrote a biography of Thomas Weisel:
  • Capital Instincts: Life As an Entrepreneur, Financier, and Athlete, by Richard L. Brandt (author), Lance Armstrong (Foreword) and Thomas Weisel (contributor)
• WEBSITE:
  • https://thomas-weisel.com/
• ADDITIONAL IN-DEPTH INTERVIEW:
  • Computer History: Weisel, Thom Oral History – interview

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse discusses the AI spectrum with Nick Thompson, who is the host of “The Most Interesting Thing in AI” podcast and CEO of The Atlantic magazine. Thompson also discusses his just-released book The Running Ground, where Nick, the #1 long distance runner in the world at his age, tells the story of how running both bonded him with, but also kept him from becoming, his father. Nick was previously the editor-in-chief of Wired magazine and editor of NewYorker.com. In addition to being a successful CEO, husband and father, Nick set the U.S. record at 50-Kilometers in the Over 45 age group and this year became the top-ranked runner in the world for his age group in the 50-Mile distance. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:Nick Thompson:

• BIO:
  • Nicholas Thompson bio
• BOOKS:
  • The Running Ground – A Father, a Son, and the Simplest of Sports, by Nicholas Thompson
• PODCAST:
  • https://www.theatlantic.com/sponsored/pwc-2025/the-most-interesting-thing-in-ai/3961/

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Daniel Levintin, PhD, a neuroscientist, cognitive psychologist, musician and best-selling author whose newest book, I Heard There Was a Secret Chord: Music as Medicine, explores how music changes the brain, strengthens memory and restores joy. Dr. Levitin’s research explains why that happens. He’s a Founding Dean of Arts and Humanities at Minerva University in San Francisco, James McGill Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Neuroscience at McGill University in Montreal, and the author of ten acclaimed books, including This Is Your Brain on Music and The Organized Mind. Before turning to science, he spent years as a studio musician and producer, working with artists like Sting, Joni Mitchell, and Steely Dan—so he understands music from the inside out. Today, we’ll explore why music is remembered when everything else fades, how it reduces pain and loneliness, and how we can use it as a form of service — to comfort others, strengthen connection, and even rediscover ourselves. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:DANIEL LEVITIN:

• BIO:
  • https://www.daniellevitin.com/bio
• BOOKS:
  • I Heard There Was a Secret Chord: Music as Medicine, by Daniel Levitin, PhD
  • This is Your Brain on Music, by Dr. Daniel Levitin, PhD
  • The Organized Mind, by Daniel Levitin, PhD
• WEBSITE:
  • https://www.daniellevitin.com/

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with Robert L. Dilenschneider, who has been called “the Dean of American Public Relations Executives,” to discuss his just-released book, his nineteenth, Respect: How to Change the World One Interaction at a Time. In 1991, Bob formed The Dilenschneider Group, providing strategic advice and counsel to Fortune 500 companies, leading families, and individuals around the world. He is well-known for his experience in fields ranging from mergers and acquisitions, crisis communications and marketing, to government affairs and international media. Prior to forming his own firm, Bob served as the President and CEO of Hill and Knowlton for 15 years. In 2012, he established the Civility in America Lecture Series, featuring many of the nation’s leading thinkers, which provides a perspective on what can be done to restore civility in our Country. Bob discusses why respecting others and their points of view is so important as well as lessons he learned from his decades leading public relations firms. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:ROBERT L. DILENSCHNEIDER:

• BIO:
  • Bio: Robert L. Dilenschneider
• BOOKS:
  • Respect: How to Change the World One Interaction at a Time, by Robert L. Dilenschneider
  • Character – Life Lessons in Courage, Integrity and Leadership, by Robert L. Dilenschneider
  • Other books by Robert L. Dilenschneider
• WEBSITE:
  • https://www.dilenschneider.com/index.php

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Cathy Lanier, whose amazing story continues to inspire. At age 14, Lanier got pregnant, ran away from home, dropped out of high school. But by age 39, this single mother became Washington D.C.’s Chief of Police, earned two master’s degrees, and now serves as Senior Vice President and Chief Security Officer for the National Football League (NFL). In her role with the NFL, Lanier coordinates the efforts of the League offices—that is, all 32 clubs!—and federal, state and local law entities to ensure the security of the NFL’s venues, fans, players, staff and infrastructure. Cathy served as Chief of Police in Washington, D.C. from 2007 to 2016, where she was not only the first female police chief but also the longest serving chief, serving under three mayors. Her innovative strategies were credited with reducing violent crime in Washington, D.C. by 21 percent from 2007 to 2015 while the city’s population grew by 15 percent. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:CATHY LANIER:

• BIO: BIO: CATHY LANIER, Senior Vice President and Chief of Security, National Football League

• NEWS & CLIPS with Cathy Lanier

  • Women in Football: Cathy Lanier, NFL Chief Security Officer

• Cathy Lanier, Washington, DC Police Chief

• A Conversation with NPS Alumna, Ms. Cathy Lanier

• Other News clips involving Cathy Lanier

• Keynote Speaker, Ms. Cathy Lanier, Senior Vice President of NFL Security, Fall 2018, Naval Postgraduate School Graduation Ceremony
• NFL calls on Congress to address growing drone threats at games
• Cathy Lanier Changes Policing in D.C. and Maybe Nation

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Carmen Policy, former President and CEO of the Cleveland Browns. But Policy is best known for his years as President and CEO of the San Francisco 49ers where he played a key role in all five of the 49ers’ Super Bowl winning teams — helping shape an organization that became widely viewed as the hallmark sports franchise of the ’80s and ’90s. Both The Sporting News and Pro Football Weekly named Carmen Policy the NFL Executive of the Year in 1994, the latter award having been determined by a vote of NFL owners and executives. The Sporting News and GQ Magazine have also named him as one of the most influential people in professional sports. An ardent believer in public service, Carmen formerly served for several years on the Board of Trustees of the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. He’s earned numerous honors, including being inducted into the Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame. Carmen and his wife Gail also make a highly-decorated wine, Casa Piena. In this episode, Carmen shares his very interesting career journey, his leadership lessons, and what it means to “Win With Class.” Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here! We are always grateful for your review on Spotify and Apple podcasts, which helps us reach even more people!!

SHOW NOTES:CARMEN POLICY:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Carmen A. Policy
  • Carmen Policy-Wikipedia
• ARTICLES:
  • ‘Talk about betting the Farm’: Inside 49ers’ all-in effort to beat Cowboys 30 years ago – San Francisco Chronicle
  • Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame: Carmen Policy
  • Why the Micah Parsons trade may be a blessing for the NFL – Los Angeles Times
• VIDEO:

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Ed Kopetsky, retired and award-winning Chief Information Officer (CIO) for Stanford Health’s Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital and Stanford’s Children’s Health. Kopetsky now focuses on mentoring families whose lives have been turned upside down due to drug addiction. In 2017, Kopetsky tragically lost his 31-year-old son to an opiod overdose. In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Ed shares 17 years of frontline experience, including invaluable insights on addressing addiction within families and communities. “There is no one I know who is better to provide guidance on dealing with addiction within a family than Ed,” says host Tom Loarie. Kopetsky has served as the Board Chair for the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) and he is the founder and serves today as the Co-Chair of the CHIME Opiod Task Force. He was awarded the John Gall “CIO of the Year Award” by CHIME and HIMSS. CHIME CEO Russell Branzell describes Ed Kopetsy as “one of the most courageous people I know.” HIMSS CEO Hal Wolf adds that Kopetsky “epitomizes values and traits all in health strive to achieve.” This episode showcases the epitomy of ethical leadership and human compassion, honed from deeply held principles and clear leadership that transforms lives, companies, families and communities. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here! We are always grateful for your review on Spotify and Apple podcasts, which helps us reach even more people!!

SHOW NOTES:ED KOPETSKY:

• BIO: https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/en/about/news/releases/2019/ed-kopetsky-cio-of-the-year-award
• ARTICLE:
  • CIO of the Year Ed Kopetsky: “It’s about Expectation Management and Trust” — HealthsystemCIO
• PAST EPISODE with Ed Kopetsky and Dr. Dave Gustafson:
  • LEAD BY EXAMPLE: Why and How Two Prominent Healthcare Leaders Chose to Fight the Drug Addiction Crisis Head-on — The Mentors Radio

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Dana Gower, Vice President of Talent and Client Services at CareerPro, and co-author of Job Hunting in the AI Era, to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the job hunt. Gower is also the founder of JobWorks Career Ministry and co-author of Careering. He has personally lived through three periods of unemployment, each followed by a major rebound. Dana Gower has been guiding people through some of life’s toughest moments—job loss and career transition—for years. His ministry is built around a provocative reminder, as he puts it: “How to waste valuable job search time and NOT get a job!” This is not a lesson he teaches, but instead a warning he has seen too many job seekers live out. Dana’s focus is on showing people a better way, including practical strategies, rooted in both human wisdom and today’s AI tools, to help you move forward with confidence. In this episode, Dana shares practical insights on navigating career transitions, tapping into the hidden job market, optimizing resumes and LinkedIn profiles with AI, and—most importantly—why human connections still matter more than ever. Whether you’re between jobs or planning your next move, this conversation offers powerful, practical advice for thriving in the AI era of job searching. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here! We are always grateful for your 5-star review on Spotify and Apple podcasts, which helps us reach even more people!!

SHOW NOTES:DANA GOWER:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Dana Gower
• BOOKS:
  • Job Hunting in the AI Era: Practical Tips and Proven Strategies, by Martin Brossman, Dana Gower, etc
  • Careering: How to Find and Maintain Meaningful Work in Today’s Economy, by Dana Wallace Gower, Vernard Paul Dean, etc
• WEBSITES:
  • CareerPro
  • JobWorks Career Ministry
  • Gerard Roble, an attorney volunteer for job support groups throughout the U.S., and co-founder of a job resources website listed below:
    • Employment Assistance Ministry (EAM)

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with former U.S. Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Thad Allen about leadership during a crisis. Whether it’s a business crisis, family crisis, natural disaster, supply chain nightmare, government-mandated pandemic shutdown or something else, ethical leadership can make all the difference in ultimately navigating to “safe shores.” Our guest mentor today, Thad Allen, has a lot to share about leadership and crisis leadership. During his Coast Guard career, Allen was asked by two U.S. Presidents to take over leadership of the Federal response to two monumental crises—the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and the catastrophic Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. To achieve resolution in each of these disasters required bringing together a wide swath of diverse constituencies—each with their own focus, concerns, habits of communication and pain points. No easy task. Allen was so successful in his efforts that he became known in some circles as “the master of disaster.” Allen also led the Atlantic Coast Guard forces in response to the 9/11 attacks and coordinated the U.S. Coast Guard response to a major Haitian earthquake. But what was Allen’s secret for bringing very diverse groups together, leading them to work together to achieve a common goal? How did he herd cats in a crisis? Among other things you’ll learn that one of the first things he does—every time, in every disaster with which he was involved—is to focus first on forging a unity of purpose and a culture of compassion. Yes. People First. Every Time! That required hyper-focused listening, clarity of assessment, finding the common threads and building on those, and… did we mention listening, putting people first?!! The lessons and experiences Thad Allen shares in this episode are worth more than gold for any human on the planet—in business, work, life, anywhere, anytime… and for cats too, if they’d only listen. FANTASTIC LEARNING and MENTORING in this episode! Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here! We are always grateful for your 5-star review on Spotify and Apple podcasts, which helps us reach even more people!!

SHOW NOTES:THAD ALLEN:

• BIO:
  • Bio: U.S. Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Thad Allen (Ret.)
• ARTICLES:
  • “Looking Back at 225 and 100: A former Commandant reflects on the “inflection” points of his personal and professional life and the Service itself,“ by Admiral Thad Allen, USCG (ret), ’71, In the Service and Beyond
  • “Recognizing and Responding to Today’s Governance Challenges,” by Thad W. Allen ’71, Admiral James M. Loy Institute for Leadership
  • “Hurricane Katrina: How the Coast Guard Gets It Right,” TIME magazine, 10/31/05
  • “Confronting Complexity and Creating Unity of Effort: The Leadership Challenge for Public Administrators,” by Thad W. Allen, Public Administration Review

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Randy Hain, founder of Serviam Partners, a nationally respected executive coach, and the author of 16 books—including Essential Wisdom, Becoming a More Thoughtful Leader, and most recently, Practical Virtue An Actionable Guide to Help You Become a Leader Worth Following. In this latest work, Randy makes the case that mastering virtue is not only essential to career success, but even more importantly, to success in life. You’ll discover why there’s a war on virtue today, how to spot the difference between real virtue vs. virtue signaling, how timeless wisdom from thinkers such as Thomas Aquinas still applies in modern leadership, and why practicing virtue is not just admirable—it’s transformative. And you may be surprised to learn why virtues such as gratitude, candor and civility are not just “soft skills,” but actually the foundation of true success—in work and in life. This is a conversation that could reshape how you live, work, and lead! Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here! We are always grateful for your 5-star review on Spotify and Apple podcasts, which helps us reach even more people!!

SHOW NOTES:RANDY HAIN:

• BIO:
  • https://www.serviampartners.com/about/#randy
• BOOKS:
  • Practical Virtue: An Actionable Guide to Help You Become a Leader Worth Following, by Randy Hain
  • Becoming a More Thoughtful Leader: Practical Insights to Spark Meaningful Growth, by Randy Hain
  • Essential Wisdom for Leaders of Every Generation, by Randy Hain
  • Being Fully Present: True Stories of Epiphanies and Powerful Lessons from Everyday Life, by Randy Hain
• WEBSITE:
  • https://www.serviampartners.com/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse is joined by Lt. General Robert Caslen Jr. (Ret.) and Michael Matthews, Ph.D. to discuss The Character Edge: Leading and Winning with Integrity, a unique book in the way it combines lessons from extensive leadership research—strengthened by experience and real-life examples of leadership in action, and shares practical tools that can both assess and develop character to maximize leadership effectiveness. Robert Caslen served in the U.S. Army for 43 years. His distinguished military career culminated in 2018 as the 59th superintendent of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. Under his direction as Superintendent, the Academy was recognized as the Number One public college in the nation by Forbes Magazine and the Number One public college by U.S. News and World Report. Caslen refined West Point’s leadership program with a focus on professional ethics as an essential part of leadership and character development. General Caslen also served in numerous combat and overseas deployments including operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, Central America and Haiti. After retiring from the Army, he served as the 29th president of the University of South Carolina. Dr. Michael Matthews is Professor Emeritus of Engineering Psychology at the U.S. Military Academy. He served as President of the American Psychological Association’s Society for Military Psychology and is a Templeton Foundation Senior Positive Psychology Fellow. He has authored more than 250 scientific papers and edited, authored or co-authored several books. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here! We are always grateful for your 5-star review on Spotify and Apple podcasts, which helps us reach even more people!!

SHOW NOTES: BIO: + Lt. General Robert L. Caslen Jr. (Ret.): - BIO: Lt. General Robert L. Caslen Jr. (Ret.) + Michael D. Matthews, Ph.D.: - BIO: Michael D. Matthews Ph.D. * BOOKS: + The Character Edge: Leading and Winning with Integrity, by Robert L. Caslen Jr. and Michael D. Matthews + The Impossible Mission, by Robert L. Caslen Jr. * WEBSITES*: + www.mindvue.com + https://www.robertcaslen.com

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Watch your thoughts, they become words.
Watch your words, they become actions.
Watch your actions, they become habits.
Watch your habits, they become character.
Watch your character, it becomes your destiny.

—Frank Outlaw

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Forbes Magazine publisher and author Rich Karlgaard on the power of “late bloomers.” We live in a world obsessed with early achievement, but you may be surprised and inspired by what older individuals launch and achieve. Not only is Karlgaard and expert on the intersection of business and innovation, he is also a best-selling author and an economic and market forecaster. Plus, Karlgaard considers himself to be a late bloomer! This episode is packed with Karlgaard’s wisdom and examples that completely destroy the current trends of pressuring children to overachieve and assuming there is failure if someone is not “a success” by age 30. Absolutely false! And you’ll learn why these notions are false in this very special interview… Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here! We are always grateful for your 5-star review on Spotify and Apple podcasts, which helps us reach even more people!!

SHOW NOTES:RICH KARLGAARD:

• BIO:
  • Award-winning entrepreneur-turned-publisher, columnist, author, television commentator, private investor and board director, Rich Karlgaard has a unique vantage point on the trends driving the business and economic climates.
• BOOKS:
  • Late Bloomers, the power of patience in a world obsessed with early achievement, by Rich Karlgaard, Fred Sanders, et.al.
  • The Soft Edge: Where Great Companies Find Lasting Success, by Rich Karlgaard and Michael S. Malone
  • Team Genius: The New Science of High-Performing Organizations, by Rich Karlgaard
• WEBSITE:
  • http://richkarlgaard.com/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Michael MacCambridge, the award-winning journalist and author featured on the acclaimed ESPN documentary series about the Kansas City Chiefs entitled “The Kingdom.” Today’s discussion will focus on MacCambridge’s biography, Lamar Hunt – A Life in Sports, about the man who started it all. Lamar Hunt did more than launch the Kansas City Chiefs, he founded the American Football League and brought professional soccer and tennis to America. Lamar Hunt has been inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame, the International Tennis Federation Hall of Fame, and the National Soccer Hall of Fame. MacCambridge and Hesse discuss how Lamar not only participated in—but was the catalyst for—multiple revolutions in sports. Many of Lamar’s innovations we take for granted today. Digging deeper, perhaps most importantly, you’ll learn what made Lamar Hunt an effective leader and someone beloved and respected by all who knew him. Dan’s guest, Michael, is likewise remarkable in his field of journalism, which makes for an exceptionally rich and engaging discussion. MacCambridge has written several books, including the critically-acclaimed and award-winning America’s Game: The Epic Story of How Pro Football Captured a Nation. His most recent book is The Big Time, How the 1970’s Transformed Sports in America. MacCambridge is also the creator and editor of The ESPN College Football Encyclopedia, hailed by Sports Illustrated as “the Bible” of the sport. He now lives in Austin, and serves as an adjunct instructor at the Center for Sports Communication & Media at the University of Texas, and serves as co-chair on the jury of the Dan Jenkins Medal for Excellence in Sportswriting. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here! We are always grateful for your 5-star review on Spotify and Apple podcasts, which helps us reach even more people!!

SHOW NOTES:MICHAEL MacCAMBRIDGE:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Michael MacCambridge
• BOOKS:
  • Lamar Hunt – A life in Sports, by Michael MacCambridge – How one man’s journey changed sports in America
  • The Big Time – How the 1970’s Transformed Sports in America, by Michael MacCambridge
  • America’s Game: The Epic Story of How Pro Football Captured a Nation, by Michael MacCambridge
• WEBSITE:
  • https://michaelmaccambridge.com/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Gerald Nosich, PhD, who is among the most distinguished experts in critical thinking alive today. He authored such foundational works as Reasons and Arguments (Wadsworth, 1982)and Learning to Think Things Through, a book that has been translated into multiple languages and is used in classrooms globally. His latest book, Critical Writing, teaches powerful thinking tools through writing. Over the years, Dr. Nosich has led more than 250 workshops in countries from the U.S. to Singapore, consulted on national assessments of higher-order thinking, contributed to educational programming with PBS and Starlink, and served as a consultant for ACT testing. He holds emeritus positions at SUNY Buffalo State and the University of New Orleans and is a senior fellow with the Foundation for Critical Thinking. In the next 43 minutes, join us to explore how unexamined thinking imprisons us—and what it means to truly think critically in our lives. Listen to this episode below, or on ANY PODCAST PLATFORM here. BE SURE TO LEAVE US A GREAT REVIEW on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and share with friends and colleagues!

SHOW NOTES:GERALD NOSICH, PhD:

• BIO: https://www.criticalthinking.org/pages/dr-gerald-nosich/820
• BOOKS:
  • Learning to Think Things Through, by Gerald Nosich, PhD
  • Critical Writing: A Guide to Writing a Paper Using the Concepts and Process of Critical Thinking, by Gerald Nosich, PhD
  • Reasons and Arguments, by Gerald Nosich, PhD (published by Wadsworth, 1982)
• WEBSITE:
  • The Foundation for Critical Thinking – CriticalThinking.org
• RELATED:

35 Dimensions of Critical ThoughtDownloadElements of thought-Dr_Gerald-NosichDownloadTraits of an undisciplined mind-Dr_Gerald-NosichDownload

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Ursula Burns, Chairwoman of Teneo and founding partner of private equity company Integrum Holdings. But Ursula is best known for serving as Chairwoman and CEO of Xerox during a 36-year-career there, where she became the first black female CEO of a Fortune 500 company. In addition, Ursula serves on several private company boards, while also providing leadership counsel to several community, educational and non-profit organizations including the Ford Foundation, the MIT Corporation, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Mayo Clinic, among others. President Obama appointed her to lead the White House national program on STEM and she served as Chair of the President’s Export Council. Since February 2022, Ursula Burns has served as Vice Chair of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Advisory Council on Supply Chain Competitiveness. Ursula holds a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from Columbia and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from NYU. She’s a member of the National Academy of Engineering, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the Royal Academy of Engineering. Listen to this episode below, or on ANY PODCAST PLATFORM here. BE SURE TO LEAVE US A GREAT REVIEW on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and share with friends and colleagues!

SHOW NOTES:URSULA BURNS:

• BIO:
  • Bio: Ursula Burns
  • DEIC Power 100
• BOOKS:
  • Where You Are Is Not Who You Are: A Memoir, by Ursula Burns
• ARTICLES / NEWS:
  • Pioneering CEO Ursula Burns Wants to Make Stories Like Hers Less Rare– WSJ
  • Ursula M. Burns – The New York Times
  • In Her New Memoir, Ursula M. Burns Recounts Blazing a Trail to the Top of Xerox – The New York Times
  • “I’m Here Because I’m As Good As You” – The Harvard Review
  • Former Xerox CEO Ursula Burns on becoming the 1st black female Fortune 500 chief exec– YouTube
  • Expect to see a sizable uptick in M&A in 2024, says Teneo’s Ursula Burns – CNBC

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Mai Nguyen, PhD, the remarkable 36-year-old neuroscientist who is the co-founder and CEO of OptoCeutics and the inventor of EVY LIGHT®, a breakthrough light-based therapy aimed at slowing the progression of Alzheimer’s and other memory disorders. Her journey is anything but ordinary. Born in Vietnam, raised in California as the youngest of nine children in a struggling family, she spent her childhood at a local Flea Market and then went on to earn a PhD in neuroscience. But it was a “chance” conversation with a Danish professor that changed her life, and quite likely the lives of millions who will benefit from her decision. In this episode, you’ll explore the science behind Dr. Mai Nguyen’s light therapy innovation, her deeply personal and unlikely entrepreneurial journey and the powerful values that have guided her. This is a conversation about courage, healing and what it means to be a leader with heart and grit. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here! Of course, we are always grateful for your 5-star review on Spotify and Apple podcasts, which helps us reach even more people!!

SHOW NOTES:MAI NGUYEN, Ph.D.:

• BIO:
  • https://optoceutics.com/about/about-mai-nguyen/
• COMPANY:
  • https://optoceutics.com/
• ARTICLES:
  • Mai Nguyen of OptoCeutics: Five Things I Wish Someone Told Me Before I Became a CEO
  • Can flashing lights stall Alzheimer’s? What the science shows
  • Safety, Feasibility, and Potential Clinical Efficacy of 40 Hz Invisible Spectral Flicker versus Placebo in Patients with Mild-to-Moderate Alzheimer’s Disease: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blinded, Pilot Study

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Kate Darling, PhD, an expert on robots and their impact on humans. Just as animals have become helpers and companions over the centuries, so will robots, according to Dr. Kate Darling, a Research Scientist at the MIT Media Lab, where she leads the robotics, ethics & society research team at the Robotics and AI Institute (RAI). She is the author of The New Breed: What Our History With Animals Reveals About Our Future With Robots. Kate’s work explores the intersections of robotic technology and society, with a particular emphasis on legal, economic, social, and ethical issues. She runs experiments, holds workshops, writes, and speaks about some of the most interesting developments in the world of human-robot interaction, and where we might find ourselves in the future. Kate joins Dan Hesse to discuss the implications of robots on job design and their future role as our close companions. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here! And just fyi, We are always grateful for your 5-star review on Spotify and Apple podcasts, which helps us reach even more people!!

SHOW NOTES:KATE DARLING:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Kate Darling, PhD
• BOOK:
  • The New Breed: What Our History with Animals Reveals About our Future with Robots, by Kate Darling
• WEBSITE:
  • https://www.katedarling.org/
• TEDTalk: +

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Norman Hall, an actor and the last of the Fuller Brush salesmen in America. If you’re under 50, you might not know just how iconic the Fuller Brush Company once was. At its peak, Fuller Brush salesmen were household names, trusted faces at the door, and symbols of professionalism and perseverance.

 For more than 50 years, Norman walked the streets of San Francisco—not just to sell products, but to build relationships. His extraordinary life and legacy were captured by bestselling author Daniel Pink in the book To Sell Is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving Others, as the embodiment of what ethical, effective shoe-leather selling looks like.

 But Norman’s story doesn’t end there. He’s also a trained stage actor, a storyteller with grit and grace, and a man who reminds us of what resilience really means in an “ocean of rejection.”

 Whether you think of yourself as a salesperson or not, today’s conversation will challenge how you think about influence, listening, and the power of presence. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here!

SHOW NOTES:NORMAN HALL:

• BIO:
  • Norman Hall, a stage actor by training and passion, initially became a Fuller Brush sales person as a way to provide for his family yet also enable him to participate in evening and other stage rehearsals and performances as the opportunity arose. Little did he know that his Fuller Brush door-to-door (or in his case at-work) sales job would continue for more than 50 years. Nor did he expect to develop the long-term friendships and professional relationships that were the hallmark of his very successful sales career. In this episode, Hall shares some of his well-honed wisdom and tips on selling, leading, respect and serving others.
• BOOK:
  • To Sell Is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving Others, by Daniel H. Pink
• ARTICLES:
  • Norman Hall, actor, Fuller Brush Man for 40 years — SF Gate / SF Chronicle, April 8, 2011
  • Door To Door Fuller Brush Man Keeps Selling —
  • A BRUSH WITH OBLIVION / Salesman says he is the city’s last door-to-door FullerBrush man –SF Gate / SF Chronicle, Oct 6, 2000
  • Novato brush salesman and actor leads a Fuller life — J Weekly, April 28, 2006

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Patrick McGee, author of the best-selling book Apple in China, who tells a riveting story about how Apple almost single-handedly built the advanced electronics industry in China only to find itself trapped in a relationship with an authoritarian state making ever-increasing demands, and giving Beijing power that could be weaponized. Even though China’s immense domestic market is hard to resist, this is a cautionary tale for listeners thinking about doing business in China and helps explain how China made progress competing against American tech companies so quickly. Patrick was the Financial Times’ principal Apple reporter from 2019 to 2023, where he won a San Francisco Press Club Award for his coverage. He joined the newspaper in 2013, in Hong Kong, before reporting from Germany and California. Previously, he was a bond reporter at The Wall Street Journal. He has a master’s degree in global diplomacy from SOAS at the University of London, and a degree in religious studies from the University of Toronto. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here!

SHOW NOTES:PATRICK McGEE:

• BIO:
  • https://patrick-mcgee.com/#card-8xuph49kjpjo2xo
• BOOK:
  • Apple in China: The Capture of the World’s Greatest Company, by Patrick McGee
• WEBSITE:
  • https://patrick-mcgee.com/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with legendary singer-songwriter Neil Young, who is widely regarded as one of the most influential and versatile musicians in history. Young could be the most difficult artist to categorize as he plays rock, folk, country, rockabilly, blues, new wave and electronic music, plus he’s been recognized as the Godfather of Grunge. Neil Young has released more than 60 albums, received multiple Grammy Awards, been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame TWICE, and he’s influenced and inspired countless artists. Rolling Stone magazine includes Neil on their lists of the greatest guitarists of all time and the greatest artists of all time. He continues to be very active in supporting important causes, and he continues to provide us with both new and previously unreleased music such as the Neil Young Archives, Volume III. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here!

SHOW NOTES:BIO: https://www.biography.com/musicians/neil-young

BOOKS:

• Waging Heavy Peace, by Neil Young
• To Feel the Music-A Songwriter’s Mission to Save High-Quality Audio, by Neil Young and Phil Baker
• Special Deluxe: A Memoir of Life and Cars, by Neil Young
• Neil Young-Heart of Gold, by Harvey Kubernik

WEBSITE: Neil Young Archives

VIDEO CLIPS:

• Neil Young – Archives Volume III Unboxing
• Bits of memories, notes, poetry and more… Featuring: Neil Young

PHOTOS:

• Some great photos of Neil Young in action (click here)

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Mark C. Thompson, the Founding CEO and Chairman of The Executive Alliance. For more than 30 years, Mark has been scaling companies and coaching CEOs and entrepreneurs. He has been named the World’s #1 CEO Coach. Success is a funny thing. For many, it means wealth, fame, power, or position. But what if those things aren’t success at all? That’s the question today’s guest, Mark C. Thompson, set out to answer in the bestselling book Success Built to Last: Creating a Life That Matters, by Mark C. Thompson and Stanford’s Jerry Porras. Mark has spent his career learning about and teaching others how to align their lives with what matters most. What he offers is how to build a life with meaning, resilience, and when on your death bed, having no regrets. It’s not about success money, applause or titles. It’s about purpose. It’s about aligning what you care deeply about with what you do every day. And it’s about the courage to keep going when others quit. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:MARK C. THOMPSON, PhD:

• BIO:
  • Bio: Dr. Mark C. Thompson
• BOOKS:
  • Success Built to Last: Creating a Life That Matters, by Mark C. Thompson, Jerry I. Porras and Stewart Emery
• WEBSITE:
  • ChiefExecutiveAlliance.com

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Dr. Paul Christo, author and award-winning physician renown for his cutting-edge work as a pain specialist. Pain, if left untreated, can impact our performance and productivity, and even our enjoyment of life. In this episode, Dr. Christo discusses breakthrough techniques and therapies that can relieve even the most severe chronic pain. One of the world’s leading pain specialists, Dr. Christo is the author of Aches and Gains, A Comprehensive Guide to Overcoming Your Pain. He is the Chief of the Division of Pain Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Paul is also a frequent contributor on NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, and PBS television regarding pain and addiction. He hosts an award-winning, nationally syndicated SIRIUS XM radio talk show called Aches and Gains®. The show provides hope and treatment options for those suffering from medical illnesses, diseases, and the pain that often results from these conditions. Dr. Christo is an invited lecturer both nationally and internationally, serves on four journal editorial boards, has published more than 100 articles and book chapters, co-edited five textbooks on pain, and actively teaches medical students, residents, and pain fellows. Paul also earned an MBA from the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School in Health Care Management. This conversation can change how you show up—in every area of life, including business, family and work. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here**.

SHOW NOTES:DR. PAUL CHRISTO:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Dr. Paul Christo
• BOOK:
  • Aches and Gains- A Comprehensive Guide to Overcoming Your Pain, by Dr. Paul Christo, Dale Leopold, et al.
• WEBSITE:
  • Aches and Gains Radio Show

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Sabina Nawaz, a former Microsoft executive who worked closely with Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer—and who now coaches leaders at Amazon, Google, the United Nations and beyond. Nawaz’ heavily-researched book, You’re the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need), goes far beyond the boardroom.
 It is a practical guide to navigating pressure, power and personal blind spots—whether you are leading a company, raising a family, managing a team, or simply trying to be your best self. You’ll learn how to identify what’s holding you back. You’ll be exploring how pressure corrupts, how power divides, how unmet emotional hungers can derail our best intentions, and you’ll learn what you really need to know about delegation, communication, power gaps and much more. This conversation can change how you show up—in every area of life. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES: BIO: Sabina Nawaz biography * BOOK: + You’re the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need), by Sabina Nawaz * WEBSITE:* + https://sabinanawaz.com/

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with Cecilia Kang, an award-winning journalist and author who discusses the enormous implications of the Meta antitrust trial for the Tech industry, damage wrought from “news” people consume on social media, and what business leaders might consider in order to ensure employees are well-informed. In this episode, Cecilia Kang discusses the history of Facebook, the U.S. Government’s antitrust trial against its parent, Meta, and the impact this company has on our privacy and on the news that its users receive. Cecilia is an award-winning National Correspondent at The New York Times where she reports on the intersection of technology and public policy. She is the co-author of the best seller, “An Ugly Truth: Inside Facebook’s Battle for Domination” which she discusses in this episode. She was part of a team that won the Gerald Loeb and George Polk awards for their coverage of Facebook and were finalists for the Pulitzer Prize. Cecilia frequently appears on national television and radio as a commentator on technology and entertainment, and she’s passionate about exposing the impacts and implications of technology on society, politics and culture. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:CECILIA KANG:

• BIO:
  • Cecilia Kang is an award-winning National Correspondent at The New York Times, where she reports on the intersection of technology and public policy. She is also the co-author of the best seller, An Ugly Truth: Inside Facebook’s Battle for Domination. She was part of a team at The New York Times that won the Gerald Loeb and George Polk awards for their coverage of Facebook and were finalists for the Pulitzer Prize. Kang frequently appears on national television and radio as a commentator on technology and entertainment. She is passionate about exposing the impacts and implications of technology on society, politics and culture.
• BOOK:
  • An Ugly Truth: Inside Facebook’s Battle for Domination, by Cecilia Kang and Sheera Frenkel
• LINKS:
  • https://www.nytimes.com/by/cecilia-kang
  • https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/27/technology/meta-antitrust-trial-concludes.html

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Ashley Goodall, outstanding leadership expert, former Fortune 50 executive, former Senior VP at Cisco, former senior executive at Deloitte and author of The Problem with Change, one of Financial Times‘ top business books of 2024. As a thought leader, his work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Harvard Business Review, and more. In this episode, you’ll learn why nonstop disruption drains performance–and how to fix it. You’ll learn how predictability fuels innovation, why “check-ins” beat “performance reviews” and the four questions that make check-ins work. You’ll discover how to create real belonging at work, why corporate vision and value statements often backfire, and you’ll learn what actually does drive engagement. If you’re navigating change—or leading others through it—this episode is for you! Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:ASHLEY GOODALL:

• BIO:
  • See website
• BOOKS:
  • The Problem with Change: And the Essential Nature of Human Performance, by Ashley Goodall
  • Nine Lies About Work: A Freethinking Leader’s Guide to the Real World, by Ashley Goodall and Marcus Buckingham
• WEBSITE:
  • https://ashleygoodall.com/

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, host Dan Hesse talks with General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. Army General (Ret.), Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, Leader of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), co-founder and CEO of McChrystal Group, and noted, best-selling author of several books. A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U.S. and International Security Assistance Forces (ISAF) Afghanistan and commander of the nation’s premier counter-terrorism force— General McChrystal delivers his unique blend of on-the- ground experience with decades of leadership to provide practical insight and wisdom to help organizations transform and succeed in challenging, dynamic environments. General McChrystal now leads the McChrystal Group as its founder and CEO, which helps organizations of all types transform how their people, processes, and technology work together to unlock greater speed and adaptability. As the author of several best-selling books, General McChrystal latest examines the character of leaders and what makes someone who they are and, importantly, how they will be remembered. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:GENERAL STANLEY “STAN” McCHRYSTAL, General Ret., U.S. Army:

• BIO:
  • https://leadershipheights.org/speaker-series/stanley-mcchrystal/
  • https://www.boldbusiness.com/human-achievement/stanley-mcchrystal-founder-mcchrystal-group-bold-leader/
• BOOKS:
  • NEWEST BOOK: On Character: Choices that Define a Life, by General Stanley McChrystal
  • My Share of the Task: A Memoir, by General Stanley McChrystal
  • Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World, by General Stanley McChrystal
  • Leaders: Myth and Reality, by General Stanley McChrystal
  • Risk: A User’s Guide, by General Stanley McChrystal
• WEBSITE:
  • McChrystal Group

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In this compelling episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with global strategist Ram Charan who returns with a powerful message for leaders at every level. From AI integration to talent shortages, from critical thinking to cash flow, Ram offers sharp, actionable insights. Ram explains why capital flows matter more than headlines, how humility fuels leadership growth, and why war rooms and curated newsletters are replacing traditional news sources. Most urgently, he reveals China’s economic strategy to undermine democracies—including the U.S.—and why we must understand it now. If you want to lead, adapt, and stay ahead, this conversation is your roadmap. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:RAM CHARAN:

• BIO:
  • Ram Charan, Ph.D. is renowned global consultant, an exceptionally keen observer of future retail and economic ecosystems, how to serve clients better, faster and deliver more satisfaction and brand loyalty and more, and a critical advisor to such corporate founders as Amazon’s Jeff Bezos and many, many more. He shares his insights in guiding others and in books and is a prolific, multi-time, best-selling author. You can listen to his story, growing up in India, how he changed his family’s marketplace show-selling business by observing ways to serve clients better, faster and in a way that radically transformed their family business and their customers’ satisfaction in our first episode with Ram Charan here:How to Grow Fast and Make an Impact, with Ram Charan . Regardless of your level of achievement, YOU CANNOT HELP BUT LEARN FROM RAM.
• BOOKS: (partial list)
  • NEWEST BOOK – To be released in August/September 2025 – China’s Assault: How to Break It Before It’s Too Late, by Ram Charan
  • What the CEO Wants You to Know: Using Business Acumen to Understand How Your Company Really Works, by Ram Charan
  • Execution, by Ram Charan
  • The High Potential Leader: How to Grow Fast, Take on New Responsibilities, and Make an Impact, by Ram Charan
  • The Attacker’s Advantage; Turning Uncertainty Into Breakthrough Opportunities, by Ram Charan

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Robert Parker, a man widely considered the most powerful critic of any genre in history, about changing careers to pursue a passion. Pulitzer-prize winning media critic David Shaw, in his two-part Front Page profile for the Los Angeles Times, called wine critic Robert Parker “the most powerful critic of any kind, anywhere.” Parker’s impact on the wine world has been unrivaled, and many others agree that no critic of any genre, be it theatre, movies, music, art or fashion, has been as influential in their industry as Robert Parker has been in wine. Internationally acclaimed and recognized, Parker is the only wine critic ever awarded France’s highest Presidential honor, which he received twice, from France’s Presidents Chirac and Mitterrand. Robert was the first critic given Italy’s top honor by Italy’s President Berlusconi. He was also the first critic given Spain’s highest civilian honor by King Juan Carlos. Even though his influence is global, being hounded by paparazzi when he’d visit places like Japan, Robert Parker is an American writer who has had an enormous impact on America’s interest in and fascination with wine, and many say he’s been a major influence on how wine tastes and is made today. Listen to the show broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:ROBERT PARKER:

• BIO:
  • BIO: Robert Parker
  • Robert Parker (wine critic) – Wikipedia
• WEBSITE: https://www.robertparker.com/
• VIDEO:
  • Robert Parker’s interview with Charlie Rose
• BOOK:
  • The Emperor of Wine-The Rise of Robert M. Parker, Jr. and the Reign of American Taste – Elin McCoy

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, host Tom Loarie talks with Justin Stebbing, M.D., a London-based, world-renown scientist, cancer researcher, medical journal editor and author. Dr. Stebbing talks about the excitement and rewards of a STEM career, the life of a scientist, and about his own journey to becoming a world-renown clinician and scientist. He also about the tremendous wonder of discovering improved therapies for cancer and for treating covid. Professor Justin Stebbing, M.D., is also a professor of biomedical sciences at ARU, Cambridge, and a visiting professor at Imperial College where he has an active and widely known translational laboratory. He is the author of more than 700 peer-reviewed papers published in The Lancet, The New England Journal of Medicine and elsewhere. Dr. Stebbing is the co-chief editor of Oncogene and author of the book, Witness to Covid. Find Show Notes below. Listen to this episode below and on ANY podcast platform (from Apple to Spotify, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, etc) by typing in “THE MENTORS RADIO” … even easier, Subscribe HERE to listen on any podcast platform!!!

SHOW NOTES:JUSTIN STEBBING, M.D.:

• BIO: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/people/j.stebbing AND https://justinstebbing.me/
• BOOK: Witness to Covid: The diary of a global pandemic, by Professor Justin Stebbing
• ARTICLES:
  • PROFESSOR JUSTIN STEBBING: The revolution that makes me believe we really CAN beat cancer in my lifetime

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Cathy Lanier, whose amazing story continues to inspire. At age 14, Lanier got pregnant, ran away from home, dropped out of high school. But by age 39, this single mother became Washington D.C.’s Chief of Police, earned two master’s degrees, and now serves as Senior Vice President and Chief Security Officer for the National Football League (NFL). In her role with the NFL, Lanier coordinates the efforts of the League offices—that is, all 32 clubs!—and federal, state and local law entities to ensure the security of the NFL’s venues, fans, players, staff and infrastructure. Cathy served as Chief of Police in Washington, D.C. from 2007 to 2016, where she was not only the first female police chief but also the longest serving chief, serving under three mayors. Her innovative strategies were credited with reducing violent crime in Washington, D.C. by 21 percent from 2007 to 2015 while the city’s population grew by 15 percent. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:CATHY LANIER:

• BIO: BIO: CATHY LANIER, Senior Vice President and Chief of Security, National Football League

• NEWS & CLIPS with Cathy Lanier

  • Women in Football: Cathy Lanier, NFL Chief Security Officer

• Cathy Lanier, Washington, DC Police Chief

• A Conversation with NPS Alumna, Ms. Cathy Lanier

• Other various News clips involving Cathy Lanier

• Keynote Speaker, Ms. Cathy Lanier, Senior Vice President of NFL Security, Fall 2018, Naval Postgraduate School Graduation Ceremony
• NFL calls on Congress to address growing drone threats at games
• Cathy Lanier Changes Policing in D.C. and Maybe Nation

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Terry Hanck, a multi-award-winning blues and soul saxophonist, singer and songwriter whose journey is as raw and real as the music he plays. Terry didn’t follow a straight line to success. He started as a surfer and diver, found his voice through a saxophone at age 21, toured the world with Elvin Bishop, and went on to lead his own band for more than three decades. Along the way, he’s won multiple BMA Awards, that is Blues Music Awards (BMA) and played with legends of the genre. But this is more than a story about music—it’s about finding your passion, staying one step ahead of a “real job,” and living life on your terms. You won’t want to miss this conversation. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES: BIO: + https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terry_Hanck * TERRY HANCK BAND: + https://terryhanck.net/band.html * WEBSITE*: + https://www.terryhanck.net/

“His fiery reed work, beautiful tone and effortless, inventive melodies make for a thoroughly enjoyable listening… his voice is a marvel. He can make it growl, ache, croon, moan and tease, and then some. It is a superb instrument in its instrument in its own right.” – Joseph Jordan, Golden Gate Blues News (SF)

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Ram Charan, Ph.D., renowned global consultant and prolific, best-selling author, who reveals how any entity can grow fast and make an impact for good. Dr. Charan shares his surprisingly simple yet profound observations from his experience as a street vendor as a youth. Ram also talks about the five basics to understanding business, thought-expanding insights into the radical changes he sees in business and economic trends that will soon make or break companies, and what this means for today’s business growth strategies in any business. “Ram has the rare ability to distill meaningful from meaningless and transfer it in a quiet, effective way without destroying confidences,” says Jack Welch, former chairman of General Electric. Ivan Seidenberg, former CEO of Verizon concurs, referring to Charan as his “secret weapon.” LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:RAM CHARAN:

• Execution, by Ram Charan
• The High Potential Leader: How to Grow Fast, Take on New Responsibilities, and Make an Impact, by Ram Charan
• The Attacker’s Advantage; Turning Uncertainty Into Breakthrough Opportunities, by Ram Charan
• What the CEO Wants You to Know: Using Business Acumen to Understand How Your Company Really Works, by Ram Charan

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Due to a technical difficulty, the podcast of this Episode will be uploaded by Tuesday, April 8.

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Dr. Derry Connolly, a visionary entrepreneur, engineer, educator, and the founding president of John Paul the Great Catholic University—a unique university that merges faith, entrepreneurship and creativity. Derry left his home in Ireland to study at CalTech in Southern California, where he not only found a new country but also his future wife. He went from research and development (R&D) labs at IBM and Kodak to teaching innovation and entrepreneurship at the University of California at San Diego—and ultimately to building a university from scratch. You’ll hear a story of grit, faith, vision and purpose. You’re going to love this conversation. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:DERRY CONNOLLY, PhD:

• BIO:
  • https://jpcatholic.edu/JPadmin/president.php
• WEBSITE:
  • John Paul II Catholic University

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Dr. Chris Howard, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Arizona State University and former President of Robert Morris University and Hampden-Sydney College, to discuss his diverse career path on the way to discovering his calling in higher education. Elected student body president at Plano High, where 2% of the student body was African American, he helped Plano win the Texas state football championship. Chris received an appointment to the U.S. Air Force Academy where he again excelled in the classroom and on the gridiron and was selected to be the inaugural recipient of the prestigious Draddy Trophy, now called the Campbell Trophy, given to our nation’s top college football scholar athlete. Chris earned a PhD from Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar and served in the U.S. Air Force as a helicopter pilot and as an intelligence officer, where he was assigned to the elite Joint Special Operations Command. He later received an MBA with distinction from Harvard before embarking on a successful business and higher education leadership career, becoming the nation’s youngest college president. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:DR. CHRIS HOWARD:

• BIO: Dr. Chris Howard Arizona State University BIO (pdf)
• VIDEOS:
  • TEDx: “The 5 Be’s”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQvuktjngwI
  • RMU Innauguration Speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fAOVoKp4hE
  • University Innovation Alliance Weekly Wisdom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1zSFuJe1FY
  • Lighthouse Mckinsey- Dr. Chris Howard on the power of education and inclusivity: https://www.mckinsey.com/Videos/video?vid=6315399472112&plyrid=HkOJqCPWdb
• ARTICLES:
  • Business Principles are Important for College Presidents, by Christopher B. Howard — The New York Times
  • Combat Veteran and Robert Morris University President Chris Howard shares what it means to be Military Friendly – G.I.Jobs magazine – terrific article!
  • Being The Most Popular Kid in the Class Doesn’t Work Forever, by Christopher B. Howard, President, Hampden-Sydney College — The New York Times
  • Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze?, by Dr. Chris Howard, President, Hampden-Sydney College — The New York Times

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with David P. Wallace, sales expert and author, to uncover what the best sales professionals know—and how you can apply those same principles to your own life, no matter what your profession, background, circumstances. David has spent his career leading high-performing sales teams, advising companies on building world-class sales organizations, and helping professionals master the art of persuasion. He shares a wealth of insights as he breaks down the core principles of effective selling. Together, we’ll explore the different styles of selling, the common mistakes people make when trying to influence others, and the sales skills that anyone—regardless of their profession—can use to be more effective. How you use these skills can help you if you are in transition and need to sell yourself in today’s challenging job market, or if you are an entrepreneur and need to persuade investors, or if you want to improve internal communication and collaboration within your organization. David P. Wallace is also the author of The Sales Executive Handbook, a guide to creating and sustaining a winning sales force. Ultimately, whether we know it or not—we’re ALL in sales. From job seekers, to entrepreneurs, to professionals navigating internal office politics, to every day life and family…we spend our days persuading, influencing, and negotiating. Every day, we persuade, influence and communicate ideas—whether it’s selling a product, pitching an idea, securing funding for a new venture, or even convincing a hiring manager that we’re the right person for the job. Selling isn’t just for sales professionals—it’s a fundamental skill that drives success in business and in life! If you’ve ever wondered how to sharpen your ability to influence others, communicate more effectively, or close more deals—whether in business, your career, or everyday life—this conversation is for you. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:DAVID P. WALLACE:

• BIO:
  • https://wallacemanagement.com/about-us/about-david-wallace/
  • https://wallacemanagement.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/David-P.-Wallace-CV.pdf
• BOOK:
  • The Sales Executive Handbook: 8 Essential Elements of Sales Management, by David P. Wallace
• WEBSITE:
  • https://wallacemanagement.com/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Jerome Bettis (also known as “The Bus”), who is a Hall of Fame running back and Walter Peyton NFL Man of the Year. Jerome describes how he “broke the cycle” of shunning rookies in the locker room and instead focused on encouraging and mentoring them. He also talks about how the generosity of one pro football player he met as a kid drove him to develop the habit of giving a “hand up” to those in need; a habit that he knows he will continue for the rest of his life. “The Bus” is also the title of Jerome’s bestselling autobiography, which tells the story of Bettis’ rise from a Detroit ghetto to an illustrious collegiate and professional football career. A six-time Pro Bowl selection and one of the league’s all-time leading rushers, Jerome retired in 2006 after helping the Steelers win the Super Bowl, and in 2022, at age 50, Bettis received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame, fulfilling a promise he made to his mother when he left college for the NFL draft a year before graduation! LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:JEROME BETTIS:

• BIO: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jerome_Bettis
• BOOK: The Bus – My Life in and out of a Helmet – Jerome Bettis and Gene Wojciechowski
• WEBSITE: https://thebus36.com/
• VIDEO CLIPS:
  • Commencement 2022: Jerome Bettis
  • From Touchdowns to Textbooks: Jerome Bettis’ Return to College Post NFL
  • Jerome Bettis’ 2015 Pro Football Hall of Fame speech

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Mitch Warner, managing partner of The Arbinger Institute and also an Arbinger author, about how to break free from self-deception to build authentic, thriving relationships. Self-deception is one of the most insidious barriers to success—affecting our leadership, relationships and even our ability to see reality clearly. You will learn how self-deception blinds us to our own impact, fuels conflict, and keeps us stuck in destructive patterns. We’ll explore how shifting our mindset can transform not just our professional lives, but also our families, friendships and communities. If you’ve ever struggled with accountability, leadership challenges or personal growth, this episode will open your eyes. Don’t miss this powerful conversation! LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:MITCH WARNER:

• BIO: https://arbinger.ae/MitchWarner.html
• BOOKS:
  • Leadership and Self-Deception, Fourth Edition: The Secret to Transforming Relationships and Unleashing Results, The Arbinger Institute
  • The Anatomy of Peace, Fourth Edition: Resolving the Heart of Conflict, The Arbinger Institute
  • The Outward Mindset: Seeing Beyond Ourselves, The Arbinger Institute
  • Excellent books by The Arbinger Institute
• WEBSITE:
  • https://arbinger.com/

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In today’s episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with former U.S. Vice President Dan Quayle, Chairman of Cerberus Global Investments and a member of the Firm’s senior leadership team. Prior to joining Cerberus in 1999, he served as the 44th Vice President of the United States of America to President George H. W. Bush from 1989 through 1993. In 1976, Vice President Quayle was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives and re-elected in 1978. In 1980, he was elected to the U.S. Senate and was the youngest Senator from Indiana. He was re-elected to the U.S. Senate in 1986. Following his vice presidency, former Vice President Quayle authored three books, including Standing Firm: A Vice-Presidential Memoir, which was on The New York Times’ Best Seller List for 15 weeks. He was a distinguished visiting professor at Arizona State University’s Thunderbird School of Global Management for two years. He was also active for many years on the lecture circuit in the United States and internationally. He has served on numerous boards of directors for both private and public entities as well as charities. Former Vice President Quayle graduated from DePauw University and the Indiana University School of Law (Indianapolis). LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:VP DAN QUAYLE:

• BIO: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dan_Quayle
• BOOKS:
  • Standing Firm: Dan Quayle, by Dan Quayle
  • The American Family: Discovering the Values That Make Us Strong, by Dan Quayle and Diane Medved, Ph.D.
  • Worth Fighting For, by Dan Quayle
• MORE:
  • https://www.bakerinstitute.org/event/beyond-ballot-conversation-dan-quayle

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with James Asplund, Chief Scientist at Gallup and one of the world’s leading experts on strengths-based development, diving into one of the most powerful tools for personal and professional growth—CliftonStrengths or more widely known as Strengths-Finder 2.0. Strengths-Finder 2.0 can unlock your own potential, as it has for more than 35 million people worldwide! If you’ve ever wondered why some people thrive while others struggle, the answer often comes down to understanding and using their natural strengths. Asplund spent years researching how focusing on what we naturally do best leads to greater success, fulfillment and even happiness. In this episode we explore why knowing your strengths can change the way you approach work, leadership, relationships and life itself. Get ready for a fascinating conversation that just might change how you see—and appreciate—yourself and others better. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:JAMES ASPLUND:

• BIO: https://speakerpedia.com/speakers/jim-asplund
• BOOK:
  • StrengthsFinder 2.0, from Gallop: Discover your CliftonStrengths
• WEBSITE:
  • DISCOVER – How are YOU unique, and what gives YOU an edge over others?
    • The CliftonStrengths(R) 34 Report — Assessment Tool —Discover your strengths and get customized insights about what you do best, and then use your strengths to succeed in everything you do.
• OTHER RESOURCES:
  • What we learned from 25 Million CliftonStrengths Assessments – by James Asplund and Adam Hickman
  • Fighting Burnout with Strengths – by James Asplund and Corey Tatel

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Greg LeMond, widely considered the King of American Cycling, to share his story of coming back to win the world’s greatest and most demanding race, the Tour de France, after he barely survived a horrific and life-altering accident. You’ll learn how hard work changed LeMond’s psyche from one of despair to pure joy. In yet another battle, this three-time Tour de France champion describes his decade-long fight against the cycling industry’s powers as he fought to clean up his beloved sport from scandal by those who engaged in doping. Reading LeMond’s bio, linked below, reads like a can’t-put-it-down novel showcasing principled leadership, deep-rooted ethical principles, fierce yet respectful competition, willing self-discipline and self-leadership… In this episode, you’ll find an abundance of inspiring take-away learnings. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:Greg LeMond:

• BIO: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greg_LeMond
• BOOK:
  • The Comeback: Greg LeMond, the True King of American Cycling, and a Legendary Tour de France, by Daniel De Vise.
• DOCUMENTARY:
  • The Last Rider

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In today’s episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks again with Neil Hoyne, Google’s Chief Measurement Strategist and a globally acclaimed expert in customer analytics, digital transformation including AI. Over the course of more than 2,500 engagements with the world’s leading advertisers, Neil has helped businesses acquire millions of customers, increase conversion rates by over 400%, and generate billions of dollars in incremental revenue. Neil is also the best-selling author of Converted: The Data-Driven Way to Win Customers’ Hearts, a groundbreaking book that redefines how organizations connect with their customers in today’s digital age. With more than 9,000 hours advising CEOs and boards, Neil’s expertise lies at the intersection of technology, artificial intelligence and marketing strategy. As a speaker, lecturer and holder of multiple patents, Neil has shaped the future of customer engagement through innovative approaches that include customer lifetime value, dynamic pricing, and democratized data. Whether you’re a business leader, entrepreneur, or simply curious about the power of AI and analytics, this episode is for you! LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:NEIL HOYNE:

• BIO: https://wikitia.com/wiki/Neil_Hoyne
• BOOK: Converted: The Data-Driven Way to Win Customers’ Hearts , by Neil Hoyne

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Daniel Ruettiger—who the world knows as “Rudy”—joins Host Dan Hesse to discuss the movie about his against-all-odds mission for admission to the University of Notre Dame, and his even more unlikely tackle in a football game. The movie “RUDY,” a 1993 American biographical sports film directed by David Anspaugh, captures that now-famous tackle and the remarkable story leading up to it, in what USA Today calls “the greatest football movie of all time.” But some don’t know that Rudy’s greatest achievement might be getting the movie made in the first place – a “Rocky” story, but one that actually happened! Dan and Rudy discuss this journey as well as Rudy’s chance encounters with Elvis Presley and Kobe Bryant. After listening to this episode you’ll know first-hand why Rudy Ruettiger has become such an in-demand motivational speaker. You’ll also gain a plethora of insights and inspiration to breath fresh life into your own unique journey! Listen to the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:DANIEL “RUDY” RUETTIGER:

• BIO:
  • https://www.rudyruettiger.com/_files/ugd/28ffd6_8945ef34383c4f85a070fd8791ee464d.pdf
  • Q&A with Rudy
• BOOKS:
  • Rudy, My Story, by Rudy Ruettiger with Mark Dagostino
  • Rudy’s Insights in Winning for Life, by Rudy Ruettiger
• WEBSITE:
  • https://www.rudyruettiger.com/
• GIVING BACK:
  • The Rudy Foundation
  • The Rudy Awards
• OTHER:
  • Broadway: Dream Big: Rudy Ruettiger Live on Broadway
  • American Valor: A Salute to Our Heroes (2024-Full Show) – See time marker “45:50” for Rudy’s section, “…when the U.S. Navy led to one of America’s most beloved sports stories…”

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Hans-Werner Kass, co-dean of McKinsey’s CEO Leadership Program, The Bower Forum, and co-author of The Journey of Leadership: How CEOs Learn to Lead from the Inside Out. You’ll learn how to go from self-doubt, to driving bold organizational change and actionable steps to achieve goals, leading from the inside out; a truly eye-opening journey! Culling from decades of experience counseling top CEOs around the globe, Hans-Werner has gained an unparalleled view into the minds and behaviors of many leaders. His work has enabled him to see first-hand the personal and professional struggles of CEOs, giving him unique insights into why they struggle and how they can grow. Often leaders do not have anyone to talk to peer-to-peer. The Bower Forum provides a safe space for CEOs to open up about their fears, something rarely talked about and rarely discussed in other leadership books. Kaas and his team show these leaders how to overcome what is holding them back and key steps they can take to lead their organizations to success. For leaders, especially CEOs, it’s action and example (not words) that truly drives organizational success and boosts individual and team productivity. In this conversation, Hans-Werner will share not only how he has helped leaders transform, but also the deeper reasons behind their challenges. You’ll learn practical insights and inspiring stories you won’t want to miss! Listen to the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:HANS-WERNER KASS:

• BIO: https://www.detroitchamber.com/bios/hans-werner-kaas/
• BOOK:
  • The Journey of Leadership: How CEOs Learn to Lead from the Inside Out, by Dana Maor, Hans-Werner Kass, et.al.
• WEBSITE:
  • McKinsey & Company
• ARTICLES:
  • The ‘inside out’ leadership journey: How personal growth creates the path to success , by Dana Maor, Hans-Werner Kass et.al.

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Mitch Daniels, who was a two-term governor of Indiana, the former Director of the Office of Management and Budget under President George W. Bush and until recently, the 12th president of Purdue University. He was elected Indiana governor in his first bid for any elected office, and then re-elected with more votes than any candidate in the state’s history. A former top executive at Eli Lilly, he was named to Fortune magazine’s list of the World’s 50 Greatest Leaders and elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences. Purdue named its business school for him. Mitch earned a bachelor’s degree from Princeton and a law degree from Georgetown. Mitch is the author of three books including the recently-released Boiler Up- A University President in the Public Square, and he is a contributing columnist for the Washington Post. Find Show Notes below. Listen to the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here to not miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:MITCH DANIELS:

• BIO:
  • Mitchell E. Daniels (Mitch Daniels)
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitch_Daniels
• BOOKS:
  • Boiler Up-A University President in the Public Square, by Mitch Daniels
  • Leading the Revolution: Lessons from the Mitch Daniels Era, by Eric Holcomb, et.al.
  • Keeping the Republic: Saving America by Trusting Americans, by Mitch Daniels
• WEBSITE & VIDEO CLIP:
  • Mitch Daniels Leadership Foundaton
  • Mitch Daniels interviews fellow classmate and friend, Mark Miles, President and CEO, Penske Entertainment – at the 2024 Mitch Daniels Leadership Foundation (MLDF) Annual Event — terrific interview — https://youtu.be/XYk-uo5zj10?feature=shared&t=764

“I will urge that our purpose be bold, that if we err, we err on the side of action, of movement, of experiment. And that our aim be high.” — Mitch Daniels

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In today’s episode, The Mentors Radio Host Tom Loarie talks with Teddy W—a recovering alcoholic, now 16 years sober. It’s real. In-depth. Fascinating and Down-to-earth. Together, they talk about alcoholism, its deceptive attraction, how it can take over lives, how Alcoholics Annonymous (AA) works and the absolutely freeing and transformative power of persistent good habits. Many today don’t realize that alcoholism is like the elephant in the room that nobody talks about. Although drug overdose deaths dominate headlines, excessive drinking is the #1 leading cause of preventable death in the United States. From 2015 to 2019, alcohol was responsible for more than 380 deaths per day. It affects each of us in some way, if not through our own experiences then through those of friends, family or colleagues. This episode is a fabulous insider view with inspiration for everyone! Find Show Notes below. Listen to the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to the podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here to not miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:The AA book on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions
https://www.aa.org/twelve-steps-twelve-traditions

For meetings local and worldwide — download the Meeting Guide app at Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.meetingguide and the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meeting-guide/id1042822181#?platform=iphone

Basic Information about A.A.: https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/f-2_InfoonAA.pdf

A Newcomer Asks pamphlet: https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/p-24_anewcomerask.pdf

Is There An Alcoholic In Your Life pamphlet: https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/p-30_isthereanalcoinyourlife.pdf

Help and hope for the families and friends of alcoholics is also available via the Al-Anon Family Groups: https://al-anon.org

The God Word Pamphlet: https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/p-86_theGodWord.pdf

The A.A. Member – Medications & Other Drugs: https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/p-11_aamembersMedDrug.pdf

The Stanford Study, which was mentioned on the show. https://www.aagrapevine.org/AALjune2021

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Doug and Chase Averill of Flathead Lake Lodge, one of the top 2% hospitality businesses in America and a “Best of the Best Dude Ranch.” Discover their unique approach to hospitality and learn how this iconic, multi-generational, family-owned dude ranch builds family bonds, empowers kids, and even hosts world leaders, including Bing Crosby, George Bush, Bill Clinton and Colin Powell, who called it the best place in America to meet real Americans. Located in Bigfork, Montana, just outside Glacier National Park, an Averill family tradition since 1945, the ranch has hosted tens of thousands of guests from more than 104 countries, and has been featured on Good Morning America, Animal Planet, Wide World of Sports and more. Doug Averill is a member of the National Dude Ranchers Hall of Fame and the Montana Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame. Now Doug and his son, Chase, are leading the lodge into the next generation. Learn about their work with the Paladin Conservancy and Wrangler Ranch, which gives special needs children, terminally ill children, and veterans fresh experiences rooted in the Western way of life. The lodge fosters family bonds, builds confidence in children, offers first-hand leadership lessons for all ages, and literally transforms guests (60,000 to 80,000 guests over the last 40 years!) from all walks of life, while maintaining an unparalleled standard of hospitality. Find out what sets Flathead Lake Lodge apart from the competition, behind-the-scenes? How do the Averills seamlessly infuse genuine hospitality and service into every aspect of their business… and why is this so important to them? …Most importantly, what kernels of inspiration will you uncover for your own business, life or work? Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here!

SHOW NOTES: BIO / ABOUT: + Doug Averill honored at Montana Pro Rodeo Hall and Wall of Fame — His awards include receiving the highest civilian honor awarded by the Chairman of the Joint Chief of Staff and he has hosted military leaders from 104 countries on the shores of Flathead Lake. + Doug and Chase Averill + Three generations and 75 years: The Averill family and Flathead Lake Ranch, by Eileen Ogintz, Taking the Kids + Flathead Lake Lodge / History * WEBSITES: + Flathead Lake Lodge + Paladin Conservancy + Paladin Conservancy / Wrangler Springs Ranch + 3-minute YouTube: Doug Averill gives a tour of plans at Wrangler Springs Ranch + Why the name “Paladin”? (great story!) * NEWS CLIPS: + Featured on “Great Western Great Ranches” TV series + The Travel Hack: Staying on an American Dude Ranch at Flathead Lake Lodge in Montana + A Dude Ranch in Montana: Averill’s Flathead Lake Lodge, The / Sought*After, by Molly Schoneveld

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with legendary singer-songwriter Neil Young, who is widely regarded as one of the most influential and versatile musicians in history. Young could be the most difficult artist to categorize as he plays rock, folk, country, rockabilly, blues, new wave and electronic music, plus he’s been recognized as the Godfather of Grunge. Neil Young has released more than 60 albums, received multiple Grammy Awards, been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame TWICE, and he’s influenced and inspired countless artists. Rolling Stone magazine includes Neil on their lists of the greatest guitarists of all time and the greatest artists of all time. He continues to be very active in supporting important causes, and he continues to provide us with both new and previously unreleased music such as the Neil Young Archives, Volume III. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here!

SHOW NOTES:BIO: https://www.biography.com/musicians/neil-young

BOOKS:

• Waging Heavy Peace, by Neil Young
• To Feel the Music-A Songwriter’s Mission to Save High-Quality Audio, by Neil Young and Phil Baker
• Special Deluxe: A Memoir of Life and Cars, by Neil Young
• Neil Young-Heart of Gold, by Harvey Kubernik

WEBSITE: Neil Young Archives

VIDEO CLIPS:

• Neil Young – Archives Volume III Unboxing
• Bits of memories, notes, poetry and more… Featuring: Neil Young

PHOTOS:

• Some great photos of Neil Young in action (click here)

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In today’s episode, THE MENTORS RADIO host Dan Hesse talks with Marc Andreessen, the outspoken technology visionary who believes that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will save the world. In this episode, Marc shares his advice for entrepreneurs, talks about how new fields such as cryptocurrency and The Metaverse will impact our lives. After co-creating the influential Mosaic Internet browser and co-founding Netscape, Marc led a remarkable career building new companies. As co-founder and general partner of venture capital firm Andreesen-Horowitz (also referred to as “a16z”), he continues to mentor many of today’s most successful tech entrepreneurs. A lifelong innovator and creator, Marc is one of the few to pioneer a software category used by more than a billion (BILLION!) people and one of the few to establish multiple billion-dollar companies. Andreessen co-created the highly influential Mosaic internet browser and co-founded Netscape, which later sold to AOL for $4.2 billion. He also co-founded Loudcloud, which, as Opsware, sold to Hewlett-Packard for $1.6 billion. He later served on the board of Hewlett-Packard from 2008 to 2018. Marc holds a BS in Computer Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He serves on the board of the following Andreessen Horowitz portfolio companies: Applied Intuition, Carta, Coinbase, Dialpad, Flow, Golden, Honor, OpenGov and Samsara. He is also on the board of Meta.

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SHOW NOTES:MARC ANDREESSEN:

• BIO: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marc_Andreessen
• ARTICLES:
  • Why AI will save the world, by Marc Andreessen
  • Why Software Is Eating the World, by Marc Andreessen
  • It’s Time to Build, by Marc Andreessen
• VIDEOS/Other Interviews with Marc Andreessen:
  • Marc Andressen on His Intellectual Journey the Last 10 Years
  • An Interview with Marc Andreessen about AI and How You Change the World
  • Woke Capital with Marc Andreessen

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Mother Delores Hart, who has now been a nun of the Benedictine Abbey of Regina Laudis in Bethlehem, Connecticut, for nearly 60 years. Learn about her remarkable journey from Award-winning actress and a fast-rising Hollywood star famous for having the first on-screen kiss with Elvis Presley, to contemplative nun. What made Delores Hart abandon the fame and fortune of Hollywood for the hidden life of simplicity in a monastery on the other side of the country? What was her path to discovering tranquility and joy? What advice does she have for listeners? Find out, on this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here!

SHOW NOTES:MOTHER DELORES HART, OSB:

• BIO: https://abbeyofreginalaudis.org/community-mdh.html
• BOOK:
  • The Ear of the Heart: An Actress’ Journey from Hollywood to Holy Vows, by Mother Delores Hart, O.S.B. with Richard DeNeut
• WEBSITE: https://abbeyofreginalaudis.org/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Dr. Michael Orkin, author of The Story of Chance: What’s Luck Got To Do With It? to explain the difference between skill and luck, what to play and avoid at the casino, what sports betting advice is worth paying for, and whether synchronicity exists or not. A distinguished professor, consultant, researcher and author with a wealth of experience that offers unique insights into the concepts of chance and luck, Dr. Michael Orkin holds a BA in Mathematics and a PhD in Statistics from the University of California, Berkeley. Throughout his career, Dr. Orkin has made significant contributions to the field of statistics, particularly in the gaming industry, where he frequently serves as a consultant. His extensive research has been published in numerous academic papers, and he has delivered invited talks on these topics, including a notable presentation at Google Tech Talks. Dr. Orkin is a Professor Emeritus of Statistics at California State University, East Bay, and he currently serves on the mathematics faculty at Berkeley City College. His expertise and experience make him a leading authority on the statistical principles underlying games, chance and the role of luck in various aspects of life. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here!

SHOW NOTES:MICHAEL ORKIN, PhD:

• BIO:
  • https://cmtassociation.org/presenter/michael-orkin/
• BOOKS:
  • The Story of Chance: What’s Luck Got To Do With It?, by Michael Orkin, PhD (available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble)
  • Probability and Statistics Made Interesting, by Michael Orkin, PhD
  • What Are The Odds ? Chance In Everyday Life, by Michael Orkin, PhD
• MORE:
  • Google Tech Talks presentation by Dr. Michael Orkin : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uupDrR0IqMA

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In today’s episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Hubert Joly, a member of the faculty of the Harvard Business School and the former Chairman and CEO of Best Buy. At Harvard, Professor Joly is the co-leader of the Chief Executive Leadership Programs, a portfolio of programs intended to support the growth of CEOs and senior executives of the world’s foremost corporations at a time of unprecedented challenges. He is also a member of the board of directors of Johnson & Johnson and Ralph Lauren Corporation, and he’s a Trustee of the New York Public Library. Hubert has been recognized as one of the top 100 CEOs in the world by the Harvard Business Review, one of the Top 30 CEOs in the world by Barron’s, one of the Top 10 CEOs in the U.S. by Glassdoor, and one of the Top 50 Management Thinkers in the world by Thinkers50. He is the author of the best-selling book “The Heart of Business – Leadership Principles for the Next Era of Capitalism.” Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here!

SHOW NOTES:HUBERT JOLY:

• BIO: https://www.hubertjoly.org/about/
• BOOK:
  • The Heart of Business: Leadership Principles for the Next Era of Capitalism, by Hubert Joly
• ARTICLES:
  • Harvard Business Review: A series of articles by Hubert Joly — EXCELLENT!! -The Mentors Radio
  • Hubert Joly: Pursue a Noble Purpose — a HOW conversation on YouTube
  • Steering Through the Business Storm: Leadership Lessons from Best Buy’s Former CEO, Hubert Joly — HEC Paris — EXCELLENT! – The Mentors Radio
• WEBSITE:
  • https://www.hubertjoly.org/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Jeff Karp, PhD, one of the most innovative minds in medical science. Jeff is a professor of biomedical engineering at Harvard Medical School and MIT, and he leads the Karp Lab, which has pioneered bio-inspired technologies that have led to the formation of 12 companies. His groundbreaking work includes a tissue glue that can seal holes in a beating heart and a ‘smart needle’ that stops automatically upon reaching its target. 
Dr. Jeff Karp has been honored as an Outstanding Faculty Mentor at MIT and as the top graduate student mentor at Harvard-MIT. Jeff is also a Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors. In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Dr. Karp will share insights from his discovery of Life Ignition Tools (LIT)—a toolkit that came from overcoming ADHD and put him on a path for doing great things with his life. Jeff will explain how this toolkit can help people break free perceived constraints and/or autopilot…and it will ignite you for great things as well. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here!

SHOW NOTES:JEFF KARP, PhD:

• BIO: https://www.jeffkarp.com/author/
• BOOKS:
  • LIT: Life Ignition Tools: Use Nature’s Playbook to Energize Your Brain, Spark Ideas, and Ignite Action, by Jeff Karp and Teresa Barker
  • Micro- and Nanoengineering of the Cell Surface (Micro and Nano Technologies), by Jeffrey Karp, Welan Zhao
  • Biology and Engineering of Stem Cell Niches, by Ajaykumar Vishwakarma (Editor), Jeffrey M Karp (Editor)
• WEBSITES:
  • https://www.jeffkarp.com/
  • https://www.karplab.net/
• SOCIAL MEDIA:
  • Instagram: @mrjeffkarp

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Mark O. Hubbard, seasoned broadcasting executive and author, to discuss the impact Coach Ara Parseghian had on those around him. The author of four books, including Ara-The Life and Legacy of a Notre Dame Legend, Mark spent more than 25 years in the broadcasting industry, including serving as President of Flagship Broadcasting, President of Fairmont Communications, and Senior Vice President for Corporate Development at Clear Channel. Mark was most recently an independent consultant providing services exclusively to senior management at established companies and to entrepreneurs at start-up ventures. Mark also has served as an Adjunct Professor at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and is currently serving as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business. He holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Notre Dame, where he was awarded a prestigious Marshall Scholarship, and he received an MBA from Wharton. Mark is also a registered Architect. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here!

SHOW NOTES:MARK O. HUBBARD:

• BIO:
• FEATURED BOOK:
  • Ara-The Life and Legacy of a Notre Dame Legend: The Authorized Biography of Coach Ara Parseghian, by Mark O. Hubbard
• ADDITIONAL BOOKS:
  • Business Wise Guide, 80 Powerful Insights You Can’t Get in Business School, by Mark O. Hubbard
  • Undisputed, Notre Dame National Champions 1966, by Mark O. Hubbard, Roger Valdiserri, et. al.
  • Forgotten Four, Notre Dame’s Greatest Backfield and the Undefeated 1953 Team, by Donald J. and Mark O. Hubbard (brothers)
• ARTICLES:
  • Hubbard’s biography ‘ARA’ reveals true greatness of legendary Irish football coach, South Bend Times
  • ‘Ara’ Review: The Savior of Notre Dame Football, Wall Street Journal
  • The MacArthur Bowl

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This week on THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Tim Grunhard, author of View from the Center: My Football Life and the Rebirth of Chiefs Kingdom. Tim was an All-American offensive lineman at Notre Dame and a member of its 1988 National Championship team. He was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs where he played his entire 11-year NFL career at center, earning All-Pro status, and in 2021 Tim was inducted into the Chiefs Hall of Fame. Perhaps most impressive, Tim was a member of the All-Madden team, which says something about his toughness and tenacity. He has coached football at the professional, collegiate and high school levels. Tim is a special guest analyst for Sports Radio 810, is past President of the Chiefs Ambassadors organization and well-known for his exemplary community service. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here!

SHOW NOTES:TIM GRUNHARD:

• BIO: Bio: Tim Grunhard
• BOOK:
  • View from the Center: My Football Life and the Rebirth of Chief’s Kingdom, by Tim Grunhard with David Smale
• WEBSITE:
  • https://timgrunhard.com/
• OTHER HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Tim Grunhard to be Inducted into Chiefs Hall of Fame – Chiefs’ announcement

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Chris Lowney, whose extraordinary journey took him from Jesuit seminarian to top executive at JP Morgan, to Chair of CommonSpirit Health, one of the largest healthcare systems in the United States. Discover the timeless principles that have shaped the Jesuit order for 450 years and how they continue to inspire 150,000 employees, serving 30 million people today. Tune in to learn how these same values can transform your own life and career! Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here!

SHOW NOTES:CHRIS LOWNEY:

• BIO: https://chrislowney.com/wp/about-2/
• BOOKS:
  • Heroic Leadership: Best Practices from a 450-Year-Old Company That Changed the World, by Chris Lowney
  • Heroic Living: Discover Your Purpose and Change the World, by Chris Lowney
  • Make Today Matter: 10 Habits for a Better Life (and World), by Chris Lowney
• WEBSITE: https://chrislowney.com

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with multi-award-winning writer Jon Gertner about what many believe was the most innovative institution—public or private—in history, Bell Labs. It is the topic of Gertner’s first book, The New York Times best-seller, The Idea Factory: Bell Labs and the Great Age of American Innovation. Bell Labs’ inventions and discoveries are too long to list, but include the vacuum tube, the transistor, the silicon chip, the solar cell, microwave and fiber optic transmission, UNIX, and for you TV fans, even the Big Bang Theory. A seasoned science and technology feature writer with The New York Times Magazine, Jon’s writing and book reviews have also appeared in The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times Book Review, and Wired Magazine. Additionally, Jon is the author of The Ice at the End of the World: Greenland’s Buried Past and Earth’s Perilous Future, and he is currently working on a book about NASA’s long-running Voyager Mission, tentatively titled How to Build Something the Lasts Forever. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, click here!

SHOW NOTES:JON GERTNER:

• BIO: BIO: Jon Gertner
• BOOKS:
  • The Idea Factory: Bell Labs and the Great Age of American Innovation, by Jon Gertner
  • The Ice at the End of the World: Greenland’s Buried Past and Earth’s Perilous Future, by Jon Gertner
• X: @jongertner

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Lorie talks with legendary Bill George, the former Chairman and CEO of Medtronic and now a Senior Fellow at Harvard Business School. Widely recognized for his leadership, Bill is the author of several best-selling books, including True North, which has helped countless leaders align their personal values with their professional roles. Bill spent his career mentoring executives and leaders, teaching at Harvard and guiding CEOs to discover their own authentic leadership style. In this episode, Tom and Bill dive into Bill’s insights on leading in turbulent times, mentoring the next generation of leaders, and how executives can stay resilient and purposeful in an ever-changing business world.

Some of the crucial topics touched on in this episode include:

• The Hard-Earned Lesson Bill Learned in College That Set Him on the Path to Success
• The Need for Courage to Navigate an Uncertain Future
• The Negative Impact of Grade Inflation in Colleges Today
• Insights from Mentoring Everyone from 21-Year-Olds to Senior Executives
• The Importance of “Know Thyself” in Personal and Professional Growth
• Small Company vs Large Company: Career Growth Opportunities
• Differences in Motivation Between Boomers and Gen Z
• How to Learn to Be a Leader—Not in an MBA Program
• Why Mentorship Is a Two-Way Street
• AI and Its Future in Business

In a nutshell, this episode will engage you in a powerful conversation that can impact your own leadership journey—for the better! Listen to our radio podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, click here!

SHOW NOTES:BILL GEORGE:

• BIO:
  • https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001ILOB8M/about
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bill_George_(businessman)
• BOOKS:
  • True North: Leading Authentically in Today’s Workplace, Emerging Leader Edition, by Bill George with Zach
  • Authentic Leadership: Rediscovering the Secrets to Creating Lasting Value, by Bill George
  • Seven Lessons for Leading in Crisis, by Bill George

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with retired Johnson & Johnson Chairman and CEO Alex Gorsky about how the Army prepared him for business leadership, how to develop the skills essential to effectively running a large company, the most exciting developments on the horizon in healthcare, and how capitalism can be a force for good. Listen to our radio podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, click here!

SHOW NOTES:ALEX GORSKY:

• BIO:
  • Bio: Alex Gorsky
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_Gorsky
• VIDEO:
  • Ideas for Tomorrow, Cleveland Clinic – October 4, 2022 – excellent!
  • Duke University Distinguished Speakers Series: Alex Gorsky, Chairman and CEO, Johnson & Johnson
• NEWS:
  • Business Roundtable Redefines the Purpose of a Corporation to Promote an Economy that Serves All Americans

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Catherine Harrington, PhD Renown as an innovator in organization psychology, Dr. Catherine Harrington’s work has profoundly impacted countless lives and organizations. That said, her own journey is nothing short of extraordinary. After earning her doctorate, Catherine found her true calling in executive search and organizational psychology, helping organizations and individuals thrive together. Host Tom Loarie, in his role as CEO of a venture-funded medical startup at the time, experienced Catherine’s work first-hand and saw what a profound difference she made in his company. In a similar way to how a doctor guides a patient to health, she guided the company to organizational health through a combination of clearly understanding the company’s objective and purpose, taking the time to literally walk around, engage and listen to individual employees at all levels, and evaluating the results. Again like a doctor, Dr. Harrington then made recommendations that would improve the health of the organization. This happened over time, as she continued to observe, engage, “take the temperature” and evaluate results. Catherine’s success in implementing innovative programs that transformed the company culture were so powerful that the company achieved an employee turnover rate of 80% BELOW the Silicon Valley average! In this episode, Tom and Catherine will explore the strategies that drove these remarkable results and how Catherine’s approach to communication, culture and individual empowerment can serve as a model for any organization—from small business, family, nonprofit to large corporation. You’ll learn insights that can transform YOUR company (or nonprofit or even family) culture for lasting success. Listen to our radio podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, click here!

SHOW NOTES: BIO: https://thelongestwarmemoir.com/author/ * BOOK: + The Longest War: A Psychotherapist’s Experience of Divorce, Custody, and Power* – by Catherine Harrington, PhD

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Renu Khator, Ph.D., Chancellor of the University of Houston system, as they discuss how teaching Gen Z is different from prior generations, and the unintended consequences that paying college athletes might have on University academic budgets and the future of “Olympic” sports on American college campuses. We’ll also discuss the impact AI is having on higher education. In 2008, Renu Khator became the first female chancellor in the state of Texas and the first Indian immigrant to lead a comprehensive research university in the U.S. Under Renu’s leadership, the University of Houston earned Tier One status for research from the Carnegie Foundation, and opened Houston’s first medical school in more than 50 years. It’s more than tripled the number of National Academy members on the faculty, and dramatically improved graduation rates. Dr. Khator has been named to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and has served on numerous boards, including the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, the NCAA, the American Council on Education, and the Association of American Colleges and Universities. Additionally, Renu has been an advisor to several Indian prime ministers. She has been named Houstonian of the year, inducted into the Texas Women’s Hall of Fame, received a Houston Business Journal Lifetime Achievement Award and, in 2014, Indian President Mukherjee presented her with the Samman Award, the highest distinction bestowed upon a non-resident Indian. Born in India, she earned a master’s degree and a Ph.D. in political science from Purdue. Listen to our radio podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, click here!

SHOW NOTES:RENU KHATOR:

• BIO: Renu Khator, Ph.D.
• WEBSITE: https://www.uh.edu/president/
• ARTICLES & VIDEO CLIPS:
  • Coffee with the President – University of Houston (short video interview)
  • Who is Renu Khator? What to know about the longtime UH president and chancellor – Houston Chronicle
  • As Renu Khator starts her Sweet 16 as president, here’s a look at how UH has changed – Houston Chronicle
  • State of Education: UH’s Renu Khator talks higher education challenges – Houston Business Journal
  • The Value of an American Education – SPAN (spanmag.com)
  • UH President Dr. Renu Khator on her life and vision for university – ABC13 Houston

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Lt. Col. Peter Smith, USAF Ret, a seasoned fighter pilot, about his harrowing, F-16 Fighter crash, the discipline and training that saved his life and the lessons he learned, including what matters most in life — in anyone’s life, in your life. Close your eyes and imagine what it would be like to experience spatial disorientation (you can’t tell up from down) in an F-16 Fighter Jet while locked into a Death Spiral at 6,000 feet, traveling at 1,000 ft per second. Now imagine ejecting from that nightmare–all happening so fast–Imagine hitting the ejection button barely 0.8 SECONDS before it was too late… and surviving. Few live to tell the tale. Former combat fighter pilot, Lt. Col. Peter Smith USAF (ret.) joins The Mentors Radio Host Tom Loarie to reflect on the OODA Loop Training that contributed to his survival. He also shares lessons he learned on what matters most in career and life. Listen to radio show below or on ANY podcast app. (The podcast posts after each episode airs on Salem Radio in San Francisco with live-streaming anywhere in the world on iHeart Radio and Tune-In). Listen to our radio podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, click here

SHOW NOTES: BIO: https://combatstinkythinking.com/about * EXCELLENT BOOK: Icarus 2.0, parachute included: A Father’s InCentivE$ for CREATEing our way * WEBSITE: CombatStinkyThinking.com * LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petestinkysmith/ * “Mondays with Mover” podcast (mostly military audience) provides much more detail on Smith’s F-16 accident… + Clips of interview “0.8 Seconds to Live”: https://youtu.be/_AVfypz-Q5k + Full Interview (better than clips) “0.8 Seconds to Live”*: https://youtu.be/Zi6ziOhTMTg

USAF Fighter pilot Lt. Col. Peter S. Smith, USAF

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with David Rubenstein, the Co-Founder of one of the world’s largest and most successful private investment firms, the host of The David Rubenstein Show and other programs on Bloomberg TV and PBS, and the author of How to Lead. They discuss what Rubenstein has learned about leadership from interviewing the world’s greatest leaders.

David Rubenstein is Co-Founder and Co-Chairman of The Carlyle Group, one of the world’s largest and most successful private investment firms. In addition to hosting The David Rubenstein show and other programs on Bloomberg and PBS, David chairs the boards of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Council on Foreign Relations, the National Gallery of Art, the Economic Club of Washington, and the University of Chicago. David is also a Trustee of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Johns Hopkins Medicine, the Institute for Advanced Study, the National Constitution Center, the Brookings Institution, and the World Economic Forum. He’s a Director of the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

Rubenstein’s memberships and awards are too lengthy to list. He is especially known for his philanthropy. He’s an original signer of The Giving Pledge, and a leader in the area of Patriotic Philanthropy, having made transformative gifts for the restoration or repair of many of America’s most important monuments, and he’s provided long-term loans to the U.S. government of his rare copies of the Magna Carta, the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the Emancipation Proclamation, the 13th Amendment, the first map of the U.S., and the first book printed in the U.S. David recently bought the Baltimore Orioles. He is the author of four books and in this episode Dan and David discuss one of these books, namely, How to Lead.

Listen to this episode below, or on ANY PODCAST PLATFORM here. BE SURE TO LEAVE US A GREAT REVIEW on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and share with friends and colleagues!

SHOW NOTES:David Rubenstein:

• BIO: Bio: David M. Rubenstein
• BOOKS:
  • How to Lead: Wisdom from the World’s Greatest CEO’s, Founders and Game Changers, by David Rubenstein
  • The American Experiment: Dialogues on a Dream, by David Rubenstein
  • The American Story: Conversations with Master Historians, by David Rubenstein
  • How to Invest: Masters on the Craft, by David Rubenstein

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio Host Dan Hesse talks with Joe Montana, one of the greatest football players in history, a four-time Super Bowl champion. As Montana famously put it, “Always be prepared to start,” which sums up his approach to life on and off the field. Widely respected by teammates, coaches and colleagues as a phenomenal leader, Montana teaches us how to get the most out of those around us and how to perform under pressure. We’ll also learn how Montana parlayed his team leadership skills into a very successful career as an angel investor and “Unicorn” picker. Without a doubt, Joe Montana personifies excellence and personal integrity, both on and off the field. He is one of the toughest quarterbacks ever to play the game and his trademark was unflappable poise in the clutch, earning the nickname “Joe Cool.” Yet the word most closely associated with Joe is not winner — it’s leader. After leading Notre Dame to the college football national championship, Joe led the San Francisco 49ers to FOUR Super Bowls titles with Joe earning MVP honors three times. He finished his legendary NFL career with the Kansas City Chiefs and he’s a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. His post-football life has been just as successful, as a public speaker, advertising pitchman, husband, father, grandfather and “angel” investor. Listen to this episode below or on ANY PODCAST PLATFORM here. BE SURE TO LEAVE US A GREAT REVIEW on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share with friends and colleagues!

SHOW NOTES:JOE MONTANA:

• BIO: https://thementorsradio.com/bio-joe-montana/
• BOOKS:
  • The Winning Spirit: 16 Timeless Principles That Drive Performance Excellence, Joe Montana and Tom Mitchell, PH.D.
  • Audibles: My Life in Football, Joe Montana and Bob Raissman
• ARTICLES:
  • Joe Montana Finding As Much Success Away From NFL As He Did Playing – Forbes
• DOCUMENTARY:
  • Joe Montana: Cool Under Pressure (Peacock)
• VIDEO CLIPS:
  • Joe Montana Top 50 Most Magical Plays!– youtube
  • Top 10 Joe Montana Games of all Time – NFL Films – youtube
  • The Most Iconic Pass in Football History – Joe Montana: Cool Under Pressure (clip)

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Ram Charan, Fortune Magazine’s “most influential global consultant alive,” whose client list is literally a Who’s Who of well-recognized global innovators and business titans. His 30 books have sold more than 4 million copies, in more than a dozen languages. As a world-renowned business consultant, author and speaker, hailed by The Economic Times as the world’s most influential business consultant and with a career spanning more than 40 years, Ram continues to provide unparalleled insights and practical solutions globally to top companies, CEOs, and boards, including Toyota, Bank of America and Novartis. Known for his ability to cut through complexity and address core business issues, Ram’s real-world advice is not only relevant but also actionable from Day One. In this episode we delve into Ram’s vision for businesses navigating today’s chaotic landscape, drawing from his extensive experience and unmatched expertise. In this episode you will learn:

• The importance of the U.S. dollar and its impact on costs down to the local shoe shop.
• Why inflation of at least 4% will stick with us.
• The difference between business leaders in India vs U.S.
• Why India is on fire economically.
• What Tik Tok symbolism means to all of us.
• Why we need to focus on the gifts God gave to us.
• The importance of learning and curiosity to success in today’s world.
• AI and why we all should take a one week course to learn the fundamentals.
• The switch from engineering to math.
• The importance of business savvy and why it is lacking in the U.S.

SHOW NOTES:RAM CHARAN:

• BIO:
• BOOKS: Three of Ram Charan’s books were Wall Street Journal bestsellers and Execution, co-authored with former Honeywell CEO Larry Bossidy, spent more than 150 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. Here is a list of some of Charan’s books, you’ll find more when you click on any of the books below:
  • Leading Through Inflation: And Recession and Stagflation, by Ram Charan and Geri Willigan
  • Rethinking Competitive Advantage: New Rules for the Digital Age, by Ram Charan
  • Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done, by Larry Bossidy and Ram Charan
  • What the CEO Wants You to Know, Expanded and Updated: How Your Company Really Works, by Ram Charan
  • Boards That Lead: When to Take Charge, When to Partner, and When to Stay Out of the Way, by Ram Charan, Dennis Carey, Michael Useem
• WEBSITE: Ram-Charan.com
• BLOG: https://ram-charan.com/blog/
• LINKED IN: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/ram-charan-s-corporate-advice-6997950667722006528/

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In this episode, THE MENTORS RADIO Host Dan Hesse talks with Jimmy Roberts, a 15-time Emmy Award-winning sports reporter and writer for ESPN and ABC Sports, about how athletes break out of slumps. Jimmy Roberts has had what most people would think of as an interesting run. During a 30-year career in network television, he has spoken at the United Nations, and interviewed a convicted murderer behind the walls of Attica State Penitentiary. He has traveled with the heavyweight boxing champion to meetings with Nelson Mandela in Soweto and the Pope at the Vatican … and had dinner at the White House with the president of the United States. That said, he is primarily known as a sports reporter who has chronicled 19 Olympic Games, the Super Bowl, the World Series, the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the NBA Finals, Wimbledon, and, of course golf, where he has covered more than 70 major championships, 15 Ryder Cups, and since 2012 has been the signature voice of Augusta National’s acclaimed digital platform MASTERS.COM.

Roberts has earned numerous distinctions, including a Golf Writers Association of America award, The Metropolitan Golf Association Distinguished Service Award, and the Lincoln Werden Journalism medal.

He is also a prolific writer. For two decades Roberts has been the featured back page columnist for Met Golfer (NY) Magazine. His most recent book, the bestseller “NO ONE WINS ALONE” (Simon & Schuster,) written in 2021 with hockey legend Mark Messier, discusses motivation and performance lessons from one of professional sports greatest leaders.

In 2009, Harper Collins published his first book, Breaking the Slump, which tells the story of how some of the best golfers to ever play the game – as well as one former president and one Olympic gold medalist – dug themselves out of career-threatening dry spells. The book was critically praised in Newsweek, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and Sports Illustrated.

“Jimmy Roberts has always been a wonderful storyteller, touching the hearts and challenging the minds of viewers,” said legendary golfer Jack Nicklaus.

Roberts often speaks about the book, which he understands has a universality to it: “As golfers, we’re all really the same. There are two types of us in this world; those who’ve had a slump, and those who are going to have (at least) one. And it’s a matter of degree. When Jack Nicklaus struggles, he loses the ball to the left. When I struggle, I just… lose the ball.” Roberts also came to realize in writing this book – ostensibly about golf – that it really was something that had nothing to do with the game; it was a book about how successful people handled adversity. For the last 24 years, Roberts has been a fixture on NBC, where this summer he will report from the Paris Olympic Games. Listen to the show broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:JIMMY ROBERTS:

• BIO:
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimmy_Roberts
  • Metropolitan Golf Writers Association Honors Jimmy Roberts with the 2023 Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award
• BOOKS:
  • No One Wins Alone, by Mark Messier and Jimmy Roberts
  • Breaking the Slump: How Great Players Survived Their Darkest Moments in Golf and What You Can Learn from Them, by Jimmy Roberts

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Gladys McGarey MD, one of the world’s great healers and wisest of elders of our time, to share her amazing life story and her six secrets to health and happiness at every age. Dr. Gladys McGarey is known as the Mother of Holistic Medicine. In this episode she shares her remarkable life story and insights from her latest book, The Well-Lived Life: A 103-Year-Old Doctor’s Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every Age. With a career spanning over seven decades, Dr. McGarey has been a trailblazer in integrating holistic practices into modern medicine. At 103, she continues to inspire with her boundless energy and wisdom. Listen to the show broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:GLADYS McGAREY, MD:

• BIO: https://www.foundationforlivingmedicine.org/meet-dr-gladys-mcgarey/
• BOOKS:
  • The Well-Lived Life: A 103-Year-Old Doctor’s Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every Age, by Gladys McGarey, MD
  • Living Medicine: Beyond Holistic Medicine, by Gladys McGarey, MD
  • The Physcian Within You: Discovering the Power of Inner Healing, by Gladys McGarey, MD
  • The World Needs Old Ladies, by Gladys McGarey, MD and Evelyne Horelle Dailey
  • Born to Live, by Gladys McGarey, forward by Elizabeth Kubler-Ross
• WEBSITE: https://www.foundationforlivingmedicine.org

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Robert Parker, a man widely considered the most powerful critic of any genre in history, about changing careers to pursue a passion. Pulitzer-prize winning media critic David Shaw, in his two-part Front Page profile for the Los Angeles Times, called wine critic Robert Parker “the most powerful critic of any kind, anywhere.” Parker’s impact on the wine world has been unrivaled, and many others agree that no critic of any genre, be it theatre, movies, music, art or fashion, has been as influential in their industry as Robert Parker has been in wine. Internationally acclaimed and recognized, Parker is the only wine critic ever awarded France’s highest Presidential honor, which he received twice, from France’s Presidents Chirac and Mitterrand. Robert was the first critic given Italy’s top honor by Italy’s President Berlusconi. He was also the first critic given Spain’s highest civilian honor by King Juan Carlos. Even though his influence is global, being hounded by paparazzi when he’d visit places like Japan, Robert Parker is an American writer who has had an enormous impact on America’s interest in and fascination with wine, and many say he’s been a major influence on how wine tastes and is made today. Listen to the show broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:Robert Parker:

• BIO:
• Robert Parker (wine critic) – Wikipedia
• WEBSITE: https://www.robertparker.com/
• VIDEO:
  • Robert Parker’s interview with Charlie Rose
• BOOK:
  • The Emperor of Wine-The Rise of Robert M. Parker, Jr. and the Reign of American Taste – Elin McCoy

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Annie Duke, a world champion poker player and best-selling book author. We are all too familiar with the phrase “you’ve got to know when to hold ’em, know when to fold ’em,” but how DO we know? How can we be sure? Annie Duke is a decision-making expert, a cognitive science expert and a former professional poker player with a PhD in Cognitive Psychology who knows a think or two about high-stakes decisions. As the best-selling author of “QUIT: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away,” Annie challenges the stigma around quitting and reveals how mastering this skill can lead to greater success and fulfillment in work in life. Her contrarian point-of-view provides a compelling argument for the virtues of quitting. Listen to the show broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:ANNIE DUKE:

• BIO: https://www.annieduke.com/about/
• WEBSITE: https://www.annieduke.com/
• BOOKS:
  • QUIT: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away, by Annie Duke
  • Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don’t Have All the Facts, by Annie Duke
  • How to Decide: Simple Tools for Making Better Choices, by Annie Duke

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Sister Donna Markham, PhD., an Adrian Dominican Sister and immediate past-president and CEO of Catholic Charities USA. During her ministry there, she led the implementation of national initiatives directed at alleviating the suffering of vulnerable people in the United States. Donna has dedicated the majority of her life as a licensed and board-certified clinical psychologist to the ministry of personal and global healing. A writer, speaker and faith-driven leader, she is actively engaged in global peace initiatives and processes of reconciliation that have taken her across the world. Sister Donna received a doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Detroit. She is also the recipient of ten (10) honorary doctorates and has been named each year for the past eight years, as one of the Top 50 nonprofit leaders in the U.S. by The NonProfit Times. Most recently, Sister Donna was honored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for her extraordinary leadership on behalf of humanity. In August 2023, she received the Outstanding Leadership Award from the Leadership Conference of Women Religious. And perhaps most impressive of all, Sister Markham was the answer to a question on Jeopardy! Listen to the show broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:SISTER DONNA MARKHAM, OP, PhD:

• BIO: BIO: Sister Donna Markham, OP, PhD
• WEBSITE:
  • Catholic Charities USA
• ARTICLES:
  • LCWR honors Sr. Donna Markham a ‘transformational leader’ who took on ‘unsolvable problems’ — Global Sisters Report
  • CCUSA president and CEO, Sister Donna Markham, to retire — Catholic Charities USA
  • Adrian Dominican Sister Donna Markham, OP, PhD, Receives Outstanding Leadership Award — Dominican Life USA
• VIDEO CLIPS:
  • Award Presentation: Tribute to and Response from Donna Markham, OP (especially powerful—truly inspiring, lead-by-example leadership and first-hand stories, is Sister Donna’s response, which starts at the 19:54 marker )

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Filippo Silvestri and Enzo Rosano, two restaurant entrepreneurs who talk about their journey from Italy to San Francisco, and from nothing to becoming celebrated restaurant entrepreneurs in one of the most competitive and diverse restaurant markets. Today’s topic is about The American Dream and how a group of Italian entrepreneurs are emblematic of it. Theirs is a story of resilience, entrepreneurship, and success. Joining us are Filippo Silvestri and his partner Enzo Rosano, who both immigrated from Italy and have built a thriving restaurant business in the San Francisco Bay Area. Today, we delve into their journey, the challenges they faced and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. Listen to the show broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:FILIPPO SILVESTRI and ENZO ROSANO:

• BIO: https://www.locandarestaurants.com/about
• RESTAURANTS:
  • Locando Italian Restaurants

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with New York Times #1 Best-Selling author Gretchen Rubin as she provides lessons and tips on how to live a better life by being happier and making those around us happier.

Gretchen Rubin is one of today’s most influential and thought-provoking observers of happiness and human nature. She’s a highly acclaimed writer, known for her ability to distill and convey complex ideas—from science to literature to stories from her own life—with levity and clarity.
Gretchen has an affinity for new tools and platforms, and has cultivated a vast, passionate audience who actively engages with her and her work across many channels. With millions of copies of her New York Times bestselling books sold, more than 220 million downloads of her Happier with Gretchen Rubin podcast, an enthusiastic following on her newsletters and social media, helpful and beautifully designed products, and the award-winning Happier app, Rubin engages her audience wherever they are and wherever they want to be. An experienced and sought-after speaker, she makes regular appearances across the media landscape.
As the founder of The Happiness Project, Gretchen Rubin has helped create an ecosystem of imaginative products and tools to help people become happier, healthier, more productive and more creative. “There’s no one-size-fits-all solution,” she explains, “so there’s no ‘right’ way or ‘best’ way. We have to choose the way that work for us.”
She’s been interviewed by Oprah, eaten dinner with Nobel Prize-winner Daniel Kahneman, walked arm-in-arm with the Dalai Lama, had her work reported on in a medical journal, been written up in the New Yorker, and been an answer on Jeopardy!
After starting her career in law, Gretchen realized she wanted to be a writer while clerking for Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor. Raised in Kansas City, she lives in New York City with her family. Listen to the show broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:GRETCHEN RUBIN:

• BIO: BIO: Gretchen Rubin
• WEBSITE: https://gretchenrubin.com/
• BOOKS:
  • The Happiness Project: Or, Why I Spent a Year Trying to Sing in the Morning, Clean My Closet, Fight Right, Read Aristotle, and Generally Have More Fun, by Gretchen Rubin
  • The Four Tendencies: The Indespensable Personality Profiles that Reveal How to Make Your Life Better (and Other People’s Lives Better, Too), by Gretchen Rubin
  • Life in Five Senses: How exploring the world got me out of my head and into the world, by Gretchen Rubin
  • Better Than Before: Mastering the Habits of our Everyday, by Gretchen Rubin
  • Outer Order, Inner Calm: Declutter and Organize to make more room for happiness, by Gretchen Rubin
  • Happier at Home, by Gretchen Rubin
  • 40 Ways to Look at Winston Churchill: A brief account of a long life, by Gretchen Rubin
  • 40 Ways to Look at JFK, by Gretchen Rubin
• PODCAST: Happier, with Gretchen Rubin
• APP: Happier app
• VIDEO CLIPS:

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Daniel Hawkins, inventor of intravascular lithotripsy and visionary founder of Shockwave Medical Inc. As the company’s founding CEO for nearly 11 years, Daniel led Shockwave through a remarkable journey that culminated in 2024 with an acquisition by Johnson & Johnson for an astounding $13 Billion; the largest acquisition of a medical technology company in history! With a track record that includes being the #6 employee at Intuitive Surgical and driving the first-ever sale of the DaVinci surgical robot, Daniel is a true pioneer in the medical technology field. Join us as we delve into the brutal backstory of creating breakthrough medical technologies, and the personal and professional challenges that come with it. Listen to the show on Salem Radio in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:DANIEL HAWKINS:

• BIO:
  • https://www.devicetalks.com/speaker/daniel-hawkins/
  • LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielhawkins/
• COMPANIES:
  • Shockwave Medical
• ARTICLES / VIDEO CLIPS:
  • Daniel Hawkins Assumes Command of Vista.ai – news
  • After Intuitive, Shockwave and Avail, Daniel Hawkins is now CEO at AI-powered MRI software startup Vista.ai, news, Mass Device
  • Talk by Daniel Hawkins: The OR (Operating Room) Digital Hub

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio host Dan Hesse talks with David Foster, one of the most illustrious composers of our time. With 16 Grammy Awards, including three for Producer of the Year, an Emmy Award, a Golden Globe and Three Oscar nominations for “Best Original Songs,” Foster has earned a reputation as a keen spotter of new talent, playing a key role in the discovery and career launches of Celine Dion, Josh Groban, Michael Bublé and more.

Few other individuals can claim to have their fingerprints on more major moments in all of popular music than David Foster. He has created hit songs for a diverse array of artists including Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Andrea Bocelli, Michael Bublé, Josh Groban, Rod Stewart, Stevie Wonder, Earth, Wind & Fire, Diana Krall, Natalie Cole, Michael Bolton, Seal, Chaka Khan, Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, Chicago, Hall & Oates, Brandy, ’N Sync, Boz Scaggs and Gloria Estefan, to name a few.

Currently, Foster is gearing up to take on Broadway with several projects, including writing the music for a new musical about iconic animated character “Betty Boop.” He is also writing music for a musical based on the Amy Bloom novel and New York Times bestseller Lucky Us.

Listen to the show live on Salem Radio in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:DAVID FOSTER:

• BIO: https://davidfoster.com/story/
• WEBSITE: https://davidfoster.com/
• BOOK: Hitman: Forty Years Making Music, Topping the Charts, and Winning Grammys, by David Foster (“EXCELLENT book, can’t put it down, includes valuable lessons he’s learned along the way, with riveting behind-the-scenes stories, vignettes and experiences. I read the sample in Amazon and bought the Kindle version on the spot to finish reading!” — K.W., producer of The Mentors Radio)
• NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY: David Foster: Off The Record

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Dr. Travis Bradberry, renown expert in the field of emotional intelligence and author of Emotional Intelligence Habits and the best-selling Emotional Intelligence 2.0. Learn how our Emotional Intelligence can profoundly impact our professional and personal lives, and what we can do to improve it. Travis is the co-founder of TalentSmart, a consultancy that serves more than 75 percent of Fortune 500 companies and is the world’s leading provider of emotional intelligence tests and training. He has a dual Ph.D. in clinical and industrial organizational psychology and he has transformed the way we think about emotions in the workplace and beyond. Listen to The Mentors Radio show on the radio or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:TRAVIS BRADBERRY, PhD:

• BIO: https://www.talentsmarteq.com/dr-travis-bradberry/
• BOOK:
  • Emotional Intelligence Habits, by Travis Bradberry, PhD and Jean Greaves, PhD
• LinkedIN:
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisbradberry/
• WEBSITE:
  • TalentSmart
• ARTICLES / VIDEOS:
  • TED Talk: The Power of Emotional Intelligence — by Travis Bradbrry, PhD
  • Forbes — Articles by Travis Bradberry, PhD

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Ambassador John Negroponte. Few diplomats in history have served our country so well, for so long, and in so many key positions as today’s guest, Ambassador John Negroponte. Ambassador Negroponte has been U.S. Ambassador to Honduras, Mexico, the Philippines and Iraq and he has also been U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. He held a cabinet level position as America’s first Director of National Intelligence under President George W. Bush. His most recent position in government was as Deputy Secretary of State, where he served as the State Department’s Chief Operating Officer. John has received numerous awards in recognition of his more than four decades of public service, including the State Department’s Distinguished Service Medal on two separate occasions, the highest award which can be conferred by the Secretary of State, and in 2009 President Bush awarded him the National Security Medal for his outstanding contributions to U.S. national security. Since then, John has held teaching positions at Yale, the George Washington University, the University of Virginia, and Georgetown. Ambassador Negroponte shares personal stories and anecdotes of working with U.S. Presidents and cabinet officials along with America’s successes and mistakes, drawing from his rich and varied career as one of our country’s top diplomats. Listen to The Mentors Radio show on the radio or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:AMBASSADOR JOHN NEGROPONTE:

• BIO:
  • https://maglobal.com/team/john-d-negroponte/
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Negroponte
• BOOK:
  • The Last American Diplomat: John D Negroponte and the Changing Face of US Diplomacy (International Library of Twentieth Century History), by George W. Liebmann

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In this encore episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Horst Schulze, the legendary founder of the Ritz Carlton. You’ll learn Horst’s journey first-hand—from busboy to founder, how it all began with a dream at age five, why setting the gold standard for customer service was so important to him, and how his pursuit–and achievement–of a ‘culture of excellence’ set his hotel brand apart from the rest. Horst talks about the influence and mentorship of his first boss, his defining vision for himself and how this came about, the founding of the Ritz Carlton, its founding principles and overcoming some of the challenges and struggles through the years. What kept Horst motivated? How did Horst teach his team to address ANY complaints? You’ll learn how setting the gold standard for customer service ultimately led to the creation of the most iconic hotel brand in the world…truly inspiring, and worthy of imitation. Listen to The Mentors Radio show on the radio or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

Show NotesHORST SCHULZE :

• BIO:
  • AAE Speakers
  • Bloomberg
• BOOK:
  • Excellence Wins: A No-Nonsense Guide to Becoming the Best in a World of Compromise, by Horst Schulze
• ARTICLES:
  • “Former Ritz Carlton President Horst Schulze Talks About The New Frontier In Luxury Hotels“ – Forbes
  • “The Second Act Of Horst Schulze Is Finally Taking Off” – Forbes

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In today’s episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Brandon Steiner, a successful entrepreneur who pioneered the sports collectible industry. He’s a kid from Brooklyn who started from scratch and ended up buying Yankee Stadium (yes, you read that correctly!), ultimately creating a sports empire. Brandon started entrepreneurship young, driven by an absolute love of bagels. At age 14, he invented the “The Everything Bagel”! Today he is the CEO of CollectiblesXChange and The Steiner Agency, and is the author of three books: The Business Playbook; You Gotta Have Balls; and Living on Purpose. In this episode, you’ll hear first-hand how Brandon went from a kid in Brooklyn to creating a sports empire; with lots of AHA! moments for your own life and business along the way. Listen to The Mentors Radio show live in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:BRANDON STEINER:

• BIO: https://brandonsteiner.com/pages/about
• BOOKS:
  • The Business Playbook: Leadership Lessons from the World of Sports, by Brandon Steiner
  • You Gotta Have Balls: How a Kid from Brooklyn Started from Scratch, Bought Yankee Stadium, and Created a Sports Empire, by Brandon Steiner
  • Living on Purpose: Stories about Faith, Fortune, and Fitness That Will Lead You to an Extraordinary Life, by Brandon Steiner
• TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/brandon_steiner_find_your_dirt
• WEBSITE: https://brandonsteiner.com/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Shelly Lazarus, an American Advertising Federation Hall of Fame member and Chairman Emeritus of Ogilvy. You’ll learn how this mother of three bypassed the typing pool to become the CEO of advertising giant Ogilvy for 15 years. Shelly shares her views on building brands, the importance of authenticity, what real beauty means, and how to achieve success and happiness in life and career.

Listen to The Mentors Radio show live in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:SHELLY LAZARUS:

• BIO: Shelly Lazarus Bio
• INTERVIEWS:
  • Shattering the Advertising Glass Ceiling, with Legend Shelly Lazarus, West Virginia University Marketing Communications podcast
  • Ogilvy’s Shelly Lazarus: ‘I was never discriminated against’, AdAge podcast
  • Branding meets Innovation (with Shelly Lazarus, Chairman Emeritus, Ogilvy, Brand & New
• VIDEO INTERVIEWS:
  • Reflections on Business Leadership and Branding, with Shelly Lazarus ’70, Columbia Business School
  • Interview with Charlie Rose on the Value of Company Branding
  • Rochelle “Shelly” Lazarus Interview: On Her Rise to the Top of the Advertising World, on Makers: Women Who Make America
  • From the Experts: Shelly Lazarus, Chairman Emeritus and former CEO of Ogilvy & Mather, Sant M
• ARTICLES / WRITTEN INTERVIEWS:
  • The Former CEO of Ogilvy & Mather on Personal Branding – Harvard Business Review
  • Law of Career Attraction: Get Seduced, says Shelly Lazarus – Forbes

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Shelly Lazarus, an American Advertising Federation Hall of Fame member and Chairman Emeritus of Ogilvy. You’ll learn how this mother of three bypassed the typing pool to become the CEO of advertising giant Ogilvy for 15 years. Shelly shares her views on building brands, the importance of authenticity, what real beauty means, and how to achieve success and happiness in life and career.

Listen to The Mentors Radio show live in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:SHELLY LAZARUS:

• BIO: Shelly Lazarus Bio
• INTERVIEWS:
  • Shattering the Advertising Glass Ceiling, with Legend Shelly Lazarus, West Virginia University Marketing Communications podcast
  • Ogilvy’s Shelly Lazarus: ‘I was never discriminated against’, AdAge podcast
  • Branding meets Innovation (with Shelly Lazarus, Chairman Emeritus, Ogilvy, Brand & New
• VIDEO INTERVIEWS:
  • Reflections on Business Leadership and Branding, with Shelly Lazarus ’70, Columbia Business School
  • Interview with Charlie Rose on the Value of Company Branding
  • Rochelle “Shelly” Lazarus Interview: On Her Rise to the Top of the Advertising World, on Makers: Women Who Make America
  • From the Experts: Shelly Lazarus, Chairman Emeritus and former CEO of Ogilvy & Mather, Sant M
• ARTICLES / WRITTEN INTERVIEWS:
  • The Former CEO of Ogilvy & Mather on Personal Branding – Harvard Business Review
  • Law of Career Attraction: Get Seduced, says Shelly Lazarus – Forbes

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In today’s legacy episode, THE MENTORS RADIO Host Tom Loarie talks with the late Harold Burson, a master communicator, highly ethical leader, and widely acclaimed as the godfather of modern public relations! At the time if this interview, Harold was in his 90s, but you’d never know it. His mind, memory, well-anchored moral compass and mastery of communication and strategy is sharp and clear. Learn from him, a true legacy mentor!

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HAROLD BURSON:

• BIO:
  • Bio
  • Co-founder and Founding Chairman of Burson-Marsteller
• BOOKS:
  • The Business of Persuasion, by Harold Burson
• ARTICLES:
  • The Godfather of Modern PR Harold Burson on Moral Responsibilities and Controversial Clients – PR Week
  • The Undisputed Master of Public Relations Harold Burson talks about the business of persuasion

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Ursula Burns, Chairwoman of Teneo and founding partner of private equity company Integrum Holdings. But Ursula is best known for serving as Chairwoman and CEO of Xerox during a 36-year-career there, where she became the first black female CEO of a Fortune 500 company.

In addition, Ursula serves on several private company boards, while also providing leadership counsel to several community, educational and non-profit organizations including the Ford Foundation, the MIT Corporation, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Mayo Clinic, among others. President Obama appointed her to lead the White House national program on STEM and she served as Chair of the President’s Export Council. Since February 2022, Ursula Burns has served as Vice Chair of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Advisory Council on Supply Chain Competitiveness.

Ursula holds a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from Columbia and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from NYU. She’s a member of the National Academy of Engineering, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the Royal Academy of Engineering.

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SHOW NOTES:URSULA BURNS:

• BIO:
  • Bio: Ursula Burns
  • DEIC Power 100
• BOOKS:
  • Where You Are Is Not Who You Are: A Memoir, by Ursula Burns
• ARTICLES / NEWS:
  • Pioneering CEO Ursula Burns Wants to Make Stories Like Hers Less Rare– WSJ
  • Ursula M. Burns – The New York Times
  • In Her New Memoir, Ursula M. Burns Recounts Blazing a Trail to the Top of Xerox – The New York Times
  • “I’m Here Because I’m As Good As You” – The Harvard Review
  • Former Xerox CEO Ursula Burns on becoming the 1st black female Fortune 500 chief exec– YouTube
  • Expect to see a sizable uptick in M&A in 2024, says Teneo’s Ursula Burns – CNBC

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Brenda Wolf, beloved retired President and CEO of Chicago’s La Rabida Children’s Hospital and recipient of the University of Chicago’s Booth School “2023 Alumnus of the Year” award. Wolf dedicated her life to helping children with complex medical needs to have the greatest life possible and she gives us a powerful, insider view of the challenges, rewards and lessons learned from a career in non-profit pediatric health care. You’ll also hear how the principles and practices she learned from going back and earning an MBA became invaluable tools in her nonprofit leadership roles. In her 12 years as CEO and President, and her 35 total years serving at La Rabida Children’s Hospital, Brenda pioneered the patient-centered family home, in which one physician is responsible for coordinating all care for the patient. She also expanded the hospital’s outreach to youth experiencing trauma in under-served communities by establishing clinics in the surrounding area. She talks about leadership during the pandemic shutdown, key partnerships, the importance of providing long-term care for children with chronic conditions, navigating the complexities of Medicaid reimbursement and managing critical resources effectively in a nonprofit healthcare setting. She has been named one of Crain Chicago’s Most Notable Women in Health Care.

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SHOW NOTES:BRENDA WOLF:

• BIO: https://www.thechicagonetwork.org/member/brenda-j-wolf/
• ARTICLES:
  • La Rabida Children’s Hospital CEO to retire — Crain’s Chicago Business
  • La Rabida CEO Stepping Down — Hyde Park Herald
  • ‘The Last 12 Years Consumed Me’: Chicago hospital CEO retires — Becker’s Hospital Review
  • How Brenda J. Wolf seamlessly transitioned to leadership at La Rabida Children’s Hospital — Smart Business

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with David Rubenstein, the Co-Founder of one of the world’s largest and most successful private investment firms, the host of The David Rubenstein Show and other programs on Bloomberg TV and PBS, and the author of How to Lead. They discuss what Rubenstein has learned about leadership from interviewing the world’s greatest leaders.

David Rubenstein is Co-Founder and Co-Chairman of The Carlyle Group, one of the world’s largest and most successful private investment firms. In addition to hosting The David Rubenstein show and other programs on Bloomberg and PBS, David chairs the boards of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Council on Foreign Relations, the National Gallery of Art, the Economic Club of Washington, and the University of Chicago. David is also a Trustee of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Johns Hopkins Medicine, the Institute for Advanced Study, the National Constitution Center, the Brookings Institution, and the World Economic Forum. He’s a Director of the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

Rubenstein’s memberships and awards are too lengthy to list. He is especially known for his philanthropy. He’s an original signer of The Giving Pledge, and a leader in the area of Patriotic Philanthropy, having made transformative gifts for the restoration or repair of many of America’s most important monuments, and he’s provided long-term loans to the U.S. government of his rare copies of the Magna Carta, the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the Emancipation Proclamation, the 13th Amendment, the first map of the U.S., and the first book printed in the U.S. David recently bought the Baltimore Orioles. He is the author of four books and in this episode Dan and David discuss one of these books, namely, How to Lead.

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SHOW NOTES:David Rubenstein:

• BIO: Bio: David M. Rubenstein
• BOOKS:
  • How to Lead: Wisdom from the World’s Greatest CEO’s, Founders and Game Changers, by David Rubenstein
  • The American Experiment: Dialogues on a Dream, by David Rubenstein
  • The American Story: Conversations with Master Historians, by David Rubenstein
  • How to Invest: Masters on the Craft, by David Rubenstein

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Mark Donovan, President of the back-to-back World Champion Kansas City Chiefs, and responsible for all aspects of the club’s business operations. Donovan also serves as the President of Arrowhead Events, the arm that brings major events to Arrowhead Stadium, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup. During Mark’s 15 years with the Chiefs, the team has become one of the most iconic brands in the world of sports and earned four Super Bowl berths in the last five years, winning three.

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SHOW NOTES:MARK DONOVAN:

• BIO: Mark Donovan 2023 Media Guide Bio
• WEBSITE: https://www.chiefs.com/
• ARTICLES:
  • Making Big Plays: All that winning for KC and the Chiefs—Super Bowl, NFL Draft, World Cup—keeps team President Mark Donovan’s playbook pretty full. He discusses all the balls he has in the air, Kansas City Business Journal
  • Staying Super Busy: How Chiefs President Mark Donovan and 49ers President Al Guido spent their week in Las Vegas, Sports Business Journal
  • On Lamar Hunt, Patrick Mahomes, Taylor Swift and the Chiefs’ goal to be ‘world team’, by Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with world renown psychologist, Dr. George Simon, who has spent decades understanding and dealing with character-impaired personalities. His best-selling book In Sheep’s Clothing just celebrated its 28th year in print. In this interview, Dr. Simon shares his insights on those people who can suck you dry and sap the joy of life out of you. These people subtly prey on your weaknesses and use clever tactics to gain an advantage over you. These people are underhanded, backstabbing, deceptive and conniving. They may work with you, associate with you, or even live with you. They fight hard for what they want, but they want to conceal their aggressive intentions. They can destroy your life and your career. Find out how to defeat manipulators and regain your sanity.

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SHOW NOTES:GEORGE K. SIMON, PhD.

• BIO: https://www.drgeorgesimon.com/about/
• WEBSITE: https://www.drgeorgesimon.com
• BOOKS:
  • In Sheep’s Clothing: Understanding and Dealing with Manipulative People, by Dr. George K. Simon
  • Character Disturbance: the phenomenon of our age, by George K. Simon
  • The Judas Syndrome: Why Good People Do Awful Things, by George K. Simon
  • Essentials for the Journey: Embracing and Living the 10 Commandments of Character – Proven Principles for a Psychologically Healthy and Spiritually Rich Life, by Dr. George K. Simon
  • How Did We End Up Here?: Surviving and Thriving in a Character Disordered World, by George Simon and Kathryn Armistead
  • The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals that Protect Us from Violence, by Gavin De Becker (mentioned in show episode)
• ARTICLES:
  • Malignant Narcissists Always Pose High Risk, by Dr. George Simon
  • The Narcissistic Rage and many other excellent articles, by George Simon

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Greg Graves, retired Chairman and CEO of Burns & McDonnell. Greg led one of the fastest-growing and most successful engineering, architecture, construction and environmental consulting firms in North America. In his 13 years as CEO, employment (and therefore the number of employee-owners) quadrupled, revenues grew 10-fold to $3 Billion, and the company produced an average ROI in excess of 25% each year – all organically. Fortune Magazine listed Burns & McDonnell among it’s Top 100 Best Places to Work list six times, reaching #14 in 2014. His best-selling book Create Amazing about employee ownership has held the #1 positions in the Business, Human Resources and Democracy categories at Amazon.

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SHOW NOTES:GREG GRAVES:

• BIO: Greg Graves Bio
• BOOK:
  • Create Amazing: Turn Your Employees into Owners for Explosive Growth, by Greg Graves
• ARTICLES & VIDEO CLIPS:
  • CEO Greg Graves Announces Retirement
  • Retired Burns & McDonnell CEO Greg Graves on Improving Business and Empowering Workers
  • Video Clip: Greg Graves retirement and plans
  • Graves May Be Leaving Burns & McDonnell, but He’ll Remain a Civic Force in KC — Ingram’s
  • These Kansas City philanthropists built a private lake for family, friends and charity — Kansas City Spaces, The Kansas City Star
• HIGH PRAISE for Greg Graves’ Create Amazing book:
  • Create Amazing reached #1 for Business, #1 for Human Resources and #1 for Democracy categories at Amazon over different times.
  • In 2023, the United States Senate reached out to Greg and asked for 100 copies, one for each member.
  • Rutgers University School of Business Annual Book Award is called the Joyce Rothschild Prize for Economic Democracy. Semi-Finalist, then Finalist, finally 2nd prize…2023.
  • The London Book Awards (Cambridge) Semi-Finalist, then Finalist for the International Business Book of the Year….2022.
  • Good to Great Author Jim Collins: “In Create Amazing, Greg Graves argues persuasively that employee ownership—-done the right way and for the right reasons——can be a catalytic force for economic prosperity and corporate endurance.”
  • University of Kansas Chancellor Doug Girod: “Greg Graves’ dynamic leadership of a highly successful large multinational employee-owned company provides him with a unique perspective of wealth building in America.”
  • United States Senator Jerry Moran: “As Create Amazing makes clear, employee ownership has a rich history in our country—-and a strong future. Greg Graves has given us a How-To Manuel for combining good politics and economic policy to reduce economic disparity and improve the financial well-being of our nation.

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Dr. Jim Loehr, the founder of Johnson and Johnson’s HUMAN PERFORMANCE INSTITUTE and best-selling author. They discuss the rarest of human qualities, courage, its costs, and what life will give you in return for a little courage. The insights shared in this episode deliver some of the most powerful, life-changing challenges for any human being, regardless of their work, profession, life or athletic prowess. Dr. Loehr has coached some of the most elite professionals in sports, athletics, business, military and nonprofits. These are professionals who are so well-trained and high-level that what will give them “an edge” and what will give them a sense of happiness or fulfillment has nothing to do with skill or technique. Instead, this is how to retrain your thinking to become your truest self, resulting in “a seismic shift,” as Jim describes it, in people’s lives—from frustration or unhappiness to vibrant happiness and feeling of fulfillment. Loehr’s Institute of Performance, his books and success are world-renown.

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SHOW NOTES:JIM LOEHR:

• BIO:
  • World-renowned performance psychologist, New York Times bestselling author, co-founder, Coach | Leading with Character, always
  • Bio-1: https://www.jnj.com/jjhws/jim-loehr
  • Bio-2: Bio: Jim Loehr
• WEBSITE:
  • HUMAN PERFORMANCE INSTITUTE
• BOOKS:
  • The Power of Story: Change Your Story, Change Your Destiny in Business and in Life, by Jim Loehr
  • Leading with Character: 10 Minutes a Day to a Brilliant Legacy by Jim Loehr
  • The Power of Full Engagement: Managing Energy, Not Time, Is the Key to High Performance and Personal Renewal, by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz
  • The New Toughness Training for Sports: Mental Emotional Physical Conditioning from One of the World’s Premier Sports Psychologists, by Jim Loehr and Chris Evert
  • The Only Way to Win: How Building Character Drives Higher Achievement and Greater Fulfillment in Business and Life, by Jim Loehr
  • On Form : Achieving High Energy Performance Without Sacrificing Health and Happiness and Life Balance, by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz
  • Stress for Success: Jim Loehr’s Program for Transforming Stress into Energy at Work, by Jim Loehr
  • Mentally Tough: The Principles of Winning at Sports Applied to Winning in Business, by Jim Loehr and Peter McLaughlin
  • The Corporate Athlete Advantage: The Science of Deepening Engagement, by Jim Loehr and Jack Groppel
  • Breathe In, Breathe Out : Inhale Energy and Exhale Stress by Guiding and Controlling Your Breathing, by Jim Loehr, Jerome Agel, and Jeffrey A. Migdow
• Jim Loehr is a 2022 USTPA (U.S. Tennis Professional Association) Hall of Fame Inductee :
  • USPTA Hall of Fame Inductee Tribute Video: https://www.youtube.com/embed/SmljoF62rbk?si=yait9FLVuKb2wXkY

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In today’s episode, THE MENTORS RADIO Host Dan Hesse talks with John Stanton, one of the creators of the wireless industry, the founder of multiple companies including T-Mobile USA, and now Chairman and CEO of the Seattle Mariners and Chairman of Trilogy Partnerships. He also serves on the Boards of Directors of Costco and Microsoft, which today is the world’s most valuable company. Learn the evolution of the wireless industry and why fans are driving changes to the most traditional of games—America’s national pastime—baseball. John is truly a wireless pioneer, co-founding three of the top 10 wireless operators in the U.S. during the last 40 years. John helped found McCaw Cellular where he was Chief Operating Officer and Vice Chairman, which became the largest wireless operator in the U.S. and which was sold to AT&T to become AT&T Wireless. He then founded Western Wireless, where he served as Chairman and CEO until it was acquired by Alitel, and he founded Voicestream, where he served as Chairman and CEO, selling it to Deutsche Telecom in 2001 for $50.7 billion. Deutsche Telecom renamed the company T-Mobile USA and it remains headquartered in Bellevue, Washington. John also served as Chairman of Clearwire until it was sold to Sprint in 2013. John is a member of the Wireless Hall of Fame.

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SHOW NOTES:JOHN STANTON:

• BIO:
• BIO: John W. Stanton
• BOOK:
• Wireless Nation: The Frenzied Launch of the Cellular Revolution, by James B. Murray, Jr.
• ARTICLES:
• New Mariners CEO John Stanton is baseball-loving billionaire with World Series goal, The Seattle Times
• In His Own Words: John Stanton

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In this episode, THE MENTORS RADIO Host Dan Hesse talks with Steve Case, one of America’s most influential tech visionaries, the CEO of the investment firm Revolution, the founder and former CEO of AOL, and the author of The Rise of the Rest. In addition to learning how entrepreneurs can make a great pitch to investors, we’ll discuss how innovation is moving to America’s heartland, rejuvenating major cities, and why this is so important to our country’s future. Steve Case co-founded AOL in 1985. Under Steve’s leadership as CEO, AOL became the largest and most valuable Internet company on the planet, driving the worldwide adoption of a medium that has transformed business and society. He is currently Chairman and CEO of Revolution LLC, a Washington, D.C.-based investment firm that backs entrepreneurs at every stage of their development. The Rise of the Rest Seed Fund has invested in more than 200 startups in more than 100 U.S. cities, in partnership with many of America’s most successful entrepreneurs and investors. Steve was recently named co-chair of the National Advisory Council for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, which will advise on the development of a National Advisory Council for Innovation and Entrepreneurship to ensure America’s competitiveness.

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SHOW NOTESSTEVE CASE:

• BIO: Bio: Steve Case
• BOOKS:
  • The Rise of the Rest: How Entrepreneurs in Surprising Places are Building the New American Dream, by Steve Case
  • The Third Wave: An Entrepreneur’s Vision of the Future, by Steve Case
• TELEVISION and ARTICLES:
  • We cannot allow AI to make Big Tech even bigger (CNBC)
  • America’s big mistake in the war for high-tech talent (CNN)
  • This Popular Way to Pick Winners can Make You Miss the Biggest Opportunities (Inc.)
  • How a Company Becomes a Pillar of Its Local Community (HBR)
  • Lessons from a bipartisan economic triumph, 10 years later (The Hill)
  • Innovation Moves to Middle America (WSJ)

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This week on The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Greg Harden, M.S.W., an extraordinary life coach and mentor whose coaching and mentoring has changed more lives than even he imagined possible. Harden is the lifelong mentor to seven-time Super Bowl Champion Tom Brady;to Michael Phelps, the most celebrated and decorated Olympiad of all time with 28 medals; to Desmond Howard, Heisman Trophy winner; to Samantha Arsenault, the Gold medalist swimmer who overcame low sense of self-worth, injury and a tumor; to Warde Manuel whose football career-ending neck injury changed his life but not his life’s purpose—and to mentor many others as an athletic director at the University of Michigan. Here’s a peak at Hardon’s “secret sauce” in mentoring others: Hardon sees difficulty and obstacles as advantages. The more obstacles in your path, the higher odds you’ll succeed because others will back down. In this fast-paced, in-depth interview, Greg Harden will coach and mentor YOU to embrace a mindset to live your best life and achieve your passion and goals, with a sense of purpose, genuine fulfillment, peace and happiness. He also talks about the principles in his book, Stay Sane in an Insane World, filled with first-hand examples, experiences, his own challenges, principles of living a rich and rewarding life, and more.

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SHOW NOTES:GREG HARDEN:

• BIO:
  • https://gregharden.com/bio/
  • https://ssw.umich.edu/faculty/profiles/ce/gharden
• BOOKS:
  • Stay Sane in an Insane World: How to Control the Controllables and Thrive, by Greg Harden
• WEBSITE: GregHarden.com

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In today’s episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with one of the greatest baseball players of all-time, Hall of Famer George Brett, the only major league player in history to win batting titles in three decades, and the only player ever with 3000 hits, 300 home runs, 600 doubles, 100 triples and 200 stolen bases. In addition to a career batting average of over .300, he retired as the American League’s all-time leader in being walked intentionally. During George’s 21-year career with Kansas City, the Royals had 15 winning seasons with seven post-season and two World Series appearances, winning the World Series in 1985. A gold glove third baseman, his #5 was retired by the Royals, and George was inducted into the Hall of Fame with the 8th highest vote tally of all-time.

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SHOW NOTES:GEORGE BRETT:

• BIO:
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Brett
  • George Brett BIO – with stats
• BOOK:
  • George Brett: A Royal Hero — The Kansas City Star, essay by Joe Posnanski, Sports Publishing, Inc
• DOCUMENTARY:
  • BRETT, MLB Network documentary on George Brett (December 2023)
  • ‘I had tears, man’: Brett’s career on full display in MLB Network documentary — by Robert Falkoff, MLB.com (includes video clips of Brett’s TERRIFIC talk at Hall of Fame induction, Brett walking off with final HR and the Pine Tar incident)

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Ed Kopetsky, retired CIO for Stanford Health, to discuss the critical issue of addiction, a major career and family derailer today. Ed, who lost his son to an opioid overdose, shares 17 years of frontline experience, sharing invaluable insights on addressing addiction within families and communities. There is no one I know who is better to provide guidance on dealing with addiction within a family. He has been on the front lines of the addiction battle for 17 years. He lost his 31 year old son, Tim, to an overdose in 2017. Before he retired, he served as the Chief Information Officer at Stanford Health’s Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital and Stanford’s Children’s Health. He has served as the Board Chair for the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) and he is the founder and serves today as the Co-Chair of the CHIME Opiod Task Force. He was awarded the John Gall “CIO of the Year Award” awarded by CHIME and HIMSS. CHIME CEO Russell Branzell has called Ed “one of the most courageous people I know.” Kopetsky is now focused on mentoring families whose lives have been turned upside down with drug addiction.

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SHOW NOTES:ED KOPETSKY:

• BIO: https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/en/about/news/releases/2019/ed-kopetsky-cio-of-the-year-award
• ARTICLES and INTERVIEWS:
  • LEAD BY EXAMPLE: Why and How Two Prominent Healthcare Leaders Chose to Fight the Drug Addiction Crisis Head-on — The Mentors Radio
  • CIO of the Year Ed Kopetsky: “It’s about Expectation Management and Trust” — HealthsystemCIO

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In today’s episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Patrick Lencioni, the world’s foremost thought leader on organizational health. His 13 best-selling books have sold more than 10 million copies and are translated into more than 30 languages. These books are short, immediately engaging and powerful, focusing on how to reduce organizational politics, silos, confusion and dysfunction while increasing organizational clarity, alignment and productivity. Pat’s current focus is on why some leaders have an unconscious unwillingness to do the difficult tasks and confront the challenging situations required to bring about a healthier and more productive organization. During this lively episode, Pat talks about his career, his observations and team-, individual- and business-changing solutions, and about his new, simple and EASY “Working Genius” assessment tool that enables anyone to increase their contribution to work and life by overcoming their unconscious unwillingness to do difficult tasks and confront challenging situations. It’s a game-changer!

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SHOW NOTES:PATRICK LENCIONI:

• BIO: https://www.tablegroup.com/pat/#pat
• BOOKS:
  • The 6 Types of Working Genius: A Better Way to Understand Your Gifts, Your Frustrations, and Your Team — by Patrick Lencioni
  • The Motive: Why So Many Leaders Abdicate Their Most Important Responsibilities — by Patrick Lencioni
  • The Five Dysfunctions of a Team — by Patrick Lencioni
• WEBSITES:
  • https://www.tablegroup.com/
  • https://www.workinggenius.com/
• ASSESSMENT TEST:

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio Host Dan Hesse talks with Andy Reid, Head Coach of the Kansas City Chiefs who brought the Chiefs to win two Super Bowls (so far) and who trails only Bill Belichick in career victories among active NFL coaches. Reid is considered an Offensive mastermind. His Chiefs have won seven consecutive AFC West titles and hosted five consecutive AFC championship games. But the enduring take-away is not the victories alone, it’s what goes on behind-the-scenes to prepare for and achieve those victories. Of course it’s about continuously learning, observing, honing in on player expertise and strategies… But that’s not enough. For Reid, it’s about knowing people, how a player is best motivated, how to build a genuine sense of team, and most importantly, it’s about mentoring. For him, success in life comes from teaching others. He lives what he believes; 11 NFL head coaches were mentored by Andy Reid, as branches on his famous “coaching tree.” You’ll learn all this and more to help YOU take YOUR dream to the next level.

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SHOW NOTES:ANDY REID:

• BIO: https://www.chiefs.com/team/coaches-roster/andy-reid
• MORE: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andy_Reid

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Listen as The Mentors Radio Host Dan Hesse talks with Joe Montana, one of the greatest football players in history, a four-time Super Bowl champion. In this episode, Montana teaches us how to get the most out of those around us and how to perform under pressure. We’ll also learn how he has parlayed his team leadership skills into a very successful career as an angel investor and “Unicorn” picker. Without a doubt, Joe Montana personifies excellence and personal integrity, both on and off the field. He is one of the toughest quarterbacks ever to play the game and his trademark was unflappable poise in the clutch, earning the nickname “Joe Cool.” Yet the word most closely associated with Joe is not winner — it’s leader. After leading Notre Dame to the college football national championship, Joe led the San Francisco 49ers to four Super Bowls titles with Joe earning MVP honors three times. He finished his legendary NFL career with the Kansas City Chiefs and he’s a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. His post-football life has been just as successful, as a public speaker, advertising pitchman, husband, father, grandfather, and “angel” investor.

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SHOW NOTES:JOE MONTANA:

• BIO: https://thementorsradio.com/bio-joe-montana/
• BOOKS:
  • The Winning Spirit: 16 Timeless Principles That Drive Performance Excellence, Joe Montana and Tom Mitchell, PH.D.
  • Audibles: My Life in Football, Joe Montana and Bob Raissman
• ARTICLES:
  • Joe Montana Finding As Much Success Away From NFL As He Did Playing – Forbes
• DOCUMENTARY:
  • Joe Montana: Cool Under Pressure (Peacock)
• VIDEO CLIPS:
  • Joe Montana Top 50 Most Magical Plays!– youtube
  • Top 10 Joe Montana Games of all Time – NFL Films – youtube
  • The Most Iconic Pass in Football History – Joe Montana: Cool Under Pressure (clip)

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio Host Tom Loarie talks with Al Pisano, Dean of the University of California San Diego (UC San Diego), Jacobs School of Engineering, about technology, trends in technology, trends in STEM education and where the demand for engineers will be the greatest over the next decade. Dr. Pisano, a highly accomplished mechanical engineer, has been in the UC system for more than 41 years, the last 11 years as Dean of the Jacobs School of Engineering. Under Dr. Pisano’s leadership the school exploded in growth from 5,800 students to 9,000, making it one of the largest public engineering school in the nation—the largest public engineering school in California—and ranked as one of the best engineering programs in the country. He raised nearly $400 million for the school and expanded its research from computer chips to earthquake-proof buildings, to flying taxis. Pisano is listed as a co-inventor on more than 20 patents, has authored or co-authored more than 190 archival publications and founded and co-founded 10 start-ups in Medtech and Tech. A co-founder of 10 companies, Pisano is dedicated to translating engineering breakthroughs for the benefit of society. In 2000, for example, he co-founded Mercator MedSystems with UC Berkeley doctoral student Kirk Seward in order to commercialize their MEMS-enabled breakthrough in medical device design and manufacturing. Today, the company’s medical devices are used around the world to deliver drugs, stem cells and other therapies to tissues at precise locations deep with the body. What’s next? In this episode Dr. Pisano talks about the future of engineering, key trends in technology and cutting edge technology. For those considering a career in engineering, the future looks bright, plentiful and fascinating! For the rest of us, there’s plenty to glean from this lively, innovative conversation.

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SHOW NOTES:AL PISANO, PhD:

• BIO:
  • https://jacobsschool.ucsd.edu/news/release/1387
  • https://jacobsschool.ucsd.edu/about/leadership/dean/albert-pisano
• MENTIONED IN EPISODE:
  • “Stream Your Learning” at UC San Diego’s Jacobs School of Engineering
• WEBSITE:
  • https://jacobsschool.ucsd.edu/

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with Manfred Krankl, the successful builder of multiple businesses including the restaurant Campanile and the bakery La Brea, but he is best known as a winemaking icon. Manfred is the founder, owner and winemaker at Sine Qua Non, which has redefined the term “cult wine” and earned 25 perfect 100 point scores from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, more than any winery in the world during this time period according to my research. Krankl is an innovator with unusual wine bottle shapes plus his own art that changes each year. According to Chat GPT, Sine Qua Non wines have appreciated more in value in the last decade than any wine in the world, including the famous French Burgundy Domaine de la Romanee-Conti. His new winery Next of Kyn is yet another remarkable success.

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SHOW NOTES:MANFRED FRANKL:

• BIO: https://www.vinum.eu/de/wein/winzer/2020/manfred-krankl/
• BOOK:
  • The Art of SQN, by Manfred Frankl
• WEBSITE:
  • Sine Qua Non
• ARTICLES:
  • The Frankl Cult – Forbes
  • Sine Qua Non, Next of Kyn and the Third Twin – The Wine Independent
  • Hedonism Meets… Manfred Krankl – Hedonism Wines
  • The 12 Wines from “The Drops of God” – The Drink Business
  • Sine Qua Non Collection – Cult Wine

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio Host Tom Loarie talks with J.W. “Terry” Freiberg III, a social psychologist who became a prominent lawyer. Frieberg went on to write a short series of inspiring and popular books addressing what he calls The Four Seasons of Loneliness. It earned him the 2017 Independent Publishers Gold Prize for best book of the year in psychology/mental heath. You’ll learn as Freiberg talks about his observations and work, his career segue from psychologist to lawyer, the changing loneliness statistics over the past 20 years (alarming!), and the simple and very realistic solution to discovering and maintaining terrific mental health and also to avoiding loneliness (not to be confused with purposeful solitude).

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SHOW NOTES:J.W. “TERRY” FREIBERG III::

• BIO: http://www.jwfreiberg.com/about
• WEBSITE: http://www.jwfreiberg.com/
• BOOKS:
  • Four Seasons of Loneliness: A Lawyer’s Case Stories – by J. W. Freiberg
  • Growing Up Lonely: Disconnection and Misconnection in the Lives of Our Children – by J. W. Freiberg
  • Surrounded by Others and Yet So Alone: A Lawyer’s Case Stories of Love, Loneliness, and Litigation – by J. W. Freiberg

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about his career, leadership, building teams, risk management and more. A one-of-a-kind commander with a new perspective on organizational dynamics, Ret. General Stan McChrystal is known for helping elite teams tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Few can speak about leadership, teamwork, technology and international affairs with as much insight can he. Ret. General McChrystal is the former Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, former leader of Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) and co-founder of The McChrystal Group. His exceptional and innovative understanding of organizational dynamics has led to remarkable achievements in both military and business applications. McChrystal is the author of several best-selling books on leadership, building teams, engagement and risk management. After retiring from the U.S. Army as a four-star general, General McChrystal turned his expertise to the business world. He is the Founder and CEO of the McChrystal Group, which helps Fortune 500 Companies strike the right balance between hierarchical and decentralized team mindsets and structures. He and his firm focus on the power of network analysis and machine learning to strengthen how companies connect, internally and externally. As the author of several best-selling management books, General McChrystal offers a battle-tested system for detecting and responding to risk.

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SHOW NOTES:GENERAL (RET.) STANLEY A. MCCHRYSTAL:

• BIO: https://www.mcchrystalgroup.com/people/stan-mcchrystal/
• BOOKS:
  • My Share of the Task: A Memoir, by Stanley McChrystal
  • Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World, by Stanley McChrystal
  • Leaders: Myth and Reality, by Stanley McChrystal
  • Risk: A User’s Guide, by Stanley McChrystal
• WEBSITE:
  • www.mcchrystalgroup.com/

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Navy fighter pilot and test pilot, Tom Burbage about Burbage’s remarkable rise to Executive Vice President and General Manager at Lockheed Martin, and then going on to lead the world’s most complex and ambitious aerospace endeavor ever; the development of the F-35, Lightning II. Burbage was also the long-term leader of both the F-22 Raptor development program. In the episode, Burbage shares his insights and tips on leading and managing “the RUBIKS Cube of all weapons development program,” the F-35. It is a fascinating and inspiring saga indeed! From the inception of the F-35 Lightning II as a near-impossible dream, its long and troubled gestation, the building of an international partnership and its current standing as the West’s frontline fighter world wide, this is a hang-on-to-your-seats, master mentoring conversation, crammed with take-away tips and insights no matter what your business, work, passion or life ambitions. You’ll also learn from Tom Burbage, a man who has served his country nobly for his entire life, how service can transform each of us and the society in which we live. Exceptional episode!

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SHOW NOTES:TOM BURBAGE:

• BIO: https://www.usna.edu/LeadershipConference/Archive/2012/Panelist-Burbage.php

• BOOK:

  • F-35: The Inside Story of the Lightning II, by Tom Burbage, et.al.
  • Book teaser: *The inside story of the most expensive and controversial military program in history, as told by those who lived it.

  The F-35 has changed allied combat warfare. But by the time it’s completed, it will cost more than the Manhattan Project and the B-2 Stealth Bomber. It has been subject to the most aggressive cyberattacks in history from China, Russia, North Korea, and others. Its stealth technology required nearly 9 million lines of code; NASA’s Curiosity Mars rover required 2.5 million. And it was this close to failure.

  F-35 is the only inside look at the most advanced aircraft in the world and the historic project that built it, as told by those who were intimately involved in its design, testing, and production. Based on the authors’ personal experience and over 100+ interviews, F-35 pulls back the curtain on one of the most heavily criticized government programs in history from start to finish: the dramatic flights that won Lockheed Martin the contract over Boeing; the debates and decisions over capabilities; feats of software, hardware, and aeronautical engineering that made it possible; how the project survived the Nunn-McCurdy breach; the conflicts among all three branches of the U.S. military, between the eight other allied nation partners, and against spy elements from enemies.

  For readers of Skunk Works by Ben Rich and The Making of the Atomic Bomb by Richard Rhodes, F-35 will pique the interest of airplane enthusiasts, defense industry insiders, military history aficionados, political junkies, and general nonfiction readers.*

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In today’s episode of The Mentors Radio, host Dan Hesse talks with Tom Wheeler. Currently a Visiting Fellow at the Brookings Institution and a Senior Research Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School, Tom Wheeler is a businessman, an author of many books and former Chairman of the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) from 2013 to 2017. As an entreprenuer Wheeler started and helped start multiple companies offering offering innovative cable, wireless and video communications services. He is the only person to be selected to both the Cable Television Hall of Fame and the Wireless Hall of Fame. Prior to being appointed to the FCC, Wheeler was president and CEO of the National Cable Television Association (NCTA) and following NCTA, he was the CEO of several high-tech companies. For 12 years, Tom Wheeler served as president and CEO of the Cellular Telecommunications and Internet Association (CTIA). Presidents Clinton and Bush each appointed him a Trustee of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. He is the former Chairman and President of the National Archives Foundation, and a former board member of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). Today, “we’re living in a world where my private information has become a corporate asset basically without my permission,” notes Wheeler, “and that decision was made by the platform executives without informing me…”

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SHOW NOTES:TOM WHEELER:

• BIO: https://www.brookings.edu/people/tom-wheeler/
• BOOKS:
  • Techlash: Who Makes the Rules in the Digital Gilded Age?, by Tom Wheeler
  • From Gutenberg to Google: The History of Our Future, by Tom Wheeler
  • Take Command: Leadership Lessons from the Civil War: Winning Strategies for Today’s Managers, by Tom Wheeler
• ARTICLES:
  • Here’s a New Plan to Rein In the Gilded Tech Bros – WIRED
  • Who makes the Rules in the Digital Gilded Age?, article by Tom Wheeler

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio host Dan Hesse talks with Tom Watson, a true legend of the game of golf. Watson won eight major championships including five British Opens, two wins at The Masters, and arguably the most dramatic U.S. Open victory in history. He also has 39 PGA Tour wins, 14 additional wins worldwide and 14 wins on The Champions Tour, six of them majors. A six-time PGA Tour Player-of-the-Year, Tom Watson was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 1988. In this episode, Hesse and Watson discuss the role and critical importance of mentors in his life and career, and how he’s now paying it forward for future generations. The life lessons in this powerful interview are applicable in so many other areas of our life and definitely applicable to anyone’s career path.

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SHOW NOTES:TOM WATSON:

• BIO: https://tomwatson.com/about-tom/ (includes short, terrific video at end)
• DVDs/Streaming Videos: https://tomwatson.com/proshop/
• WEBSITE: TomWatson.com
• TOM WATSON’S TWO SPECIAL PASSIONS:
  • WatsonLinks.com
    • (Tom Watson’s tremendous giving back and inspiration to future golfing generations from all walks of life)
  • BruceEdwardsFoundation.org
    • (Bruce Edwards was Tom Watson’s long-time caddy and friend who contracted ALS in his 40’s—Lou Gehrig’s Disease, yet who continued to caddy for Tom until a few months before his death. More than an amazing friendship, their shared love and respect for the game of golf profoundly elevated respect for caddies and for the game itself. This inspiring, short article captures the impact: Bruce Edwards: Remembering the Best Caddy, by Tom Edrington)

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In today’s episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Matthew Kelly, one of the greatest thought leaders of our time, an international speaker and a prolific author of more than 45 books—with more than 50 million copies sold, appearing on New York Times, Wall Street Journal and USA Today best-seller lists. In this rare interview with Matthew, Tom explores Kelly’s remarkable journey from Sydney, Australia, to becoming a global inspiration. In his early-twenties Kelly developed “the-best-version-of-yourself” concept and has been sharing it in every arena of life for more than 25 years. Don’t miss this chance for hard-earned insights and wisdom as Tom and Matthew dive into topics such as ‘Life is Messy,’ ‘Resisting Happiness,’ ‘Courage,’ ‘Facing Fears’ and more.’ His love of baseball, and why, life lessons and so much more…

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SHOW NOTES:MATTHEW KELLY:

• BIO: https://www.matthewkelly.com/about
• WEBSITES:
  • MatthewKelly.com
  • Floyd Consulting
  • Dynamic Catholic
• BOOKS (partial list):
  • Life is Messy, by Matthew Kelly
  • Resisting Happiness: A True Story on How We Sabatoge Ourselves, by Matthew Kelly
  • The Book of Courage, by Matthew Kelly
  • The Dream Manager, by Matthew Kelly
  • The Rocking Chair Prophet, by Matthew Kelly (Kelly’s first novel)

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with Tim Brown, one of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history. He is the only receiver in history to win the Heisman Trophy AND be inducted into the Hall of Fame. Tim grew up in Dallas and received a scholarship to play football at Notre Dame. After winning the Heisman, he was the sixth overall pick in the NFL draft, taken by the LA Raiders, where “Mr Raider” as he was called, played almost his entire 17-year NFL career. He made the Pro Bowl nine times. When he retired Tim trailed only Jerry Rice in career receiving yards. In the long history of America’s most popular sport, only 10 players have won the Heisman and later been inducted into the Hall of Fame. Eight are still living. He is the author of The Making of a Man. Off the field, Tim has been involved in various charities, including his work with the Tim Brown Foundation. Tune-in to learn as Tim describes his life’s journey, the impact his parents had on his values and priorities, and how one mentor changed the course of his life.

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SHOW NOTES:TIM BROWN:

• BIO:
  • Hall of Fame: https://www.profootballhof.com/players/tim-brown/
  • Wikipedia (well-done): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tim_Brown_(American_football)
• BOOK: The Making of a Man: How Men and Boys Honor God and Live With Integrity, by Tim Brown, with James Lund
• ARTICLES:
  • Tim Brown: Football Legend, Christian – Q&A style interview, The Stream
  • Tim Brown: Where is Hall of Fame ‘Mr. Raider’ now? – Best Version Media Sports
• A FEW GREAT VIDEO CLIPS — WOW!!
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WaTtAMfe8JY — 2 min., Tim shares what Coach Lou Holtz said to him early on at Notre Dame that impacted his career and life
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kMsNxvFKx4 — 5 min, w sports commentary (culled from 17-year Raiders career)
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBF1WbXiYAA — 4 min, music

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio Show, Host Tom Loarie talks with distinguished psychoanalyst Dr. James Hollis to discuss why a person might achieve what he or she wants in this life and still feel miserable? Hollis is the author of 19 books including Living Between Worlds, What Matters Most, and his top-selling Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life. He is well known for translating the profound teachings of Carl Jung into practical wisdom for our everyday lives. He has a gift for challenging us each to think more deeply and purposefully about our own lives, our own purpose and how we fit into this journey of life. He really understands people at a profound level, how we can become unconsciously “stuck” in ways we feel but don’t know what to do about it. You don’t want to miss this invaluable learning and mentoring opportunity…it literally can be a catalyst to change you and your life for the good, in ways you didn’t recognize on the surface. It can literally change your life, your trajectory, your happiness!

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SHOW NOTES:JAMES HOLLIS, PH.D.

• BIO: https://jameshollis.net/hollisBioIndex.htm
  • and https://www.intheeveningoflife.org/thought-leaders/james-hollis/
• WEBSITE: https://jameshollis.net/
• BOOKS (partial list):
  • Living Between Worlds: Finding Personal Resilience in Changing Times, by James Hollis, PhD
  • Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life: How to finally, really grow up, by James Hollis, PhD
  • A Life of Meaning: Relocating Your Center of Spiritual Gravity, by James Hollis, PhD
  • What Matters Most, Living a More Considered Life, by James Hollis, PhD
  • Many more!
• VIDEO CLIPS
  • Encountering the Shadow, short video presentation by James Hollis PhD (4 minutes)
  • The Personal Myth in Turbulent Times – James Hollis, PhD. EXCELLENT! The longer you listen, the more absolutely excellent it is. Very enlightening. – The Mentors Radio

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This week on The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Greg Harden, M.S.W., a life coach and mentor whose coaching and mentoring has changed more lives than even he imagined possible. Harden is the lifelong mentor to seven-time Super Bowl Champion Tom Brady; to the most celebrated and decorated Olympiad of all time with 28 medals Michael Phelps; to Heisman Trophy winner Desmond Howard, to Warde Manuel whose football career-ending neck injury changed his life but not his life’s purpose—to mentor others as an athletic director at Michigan; to Gold medalist swimmer Samantha Arsenault who overcame low sense of self-worth, injury and a tumor. But Hardon sees difficulty and obstacles as advantages. The more obstacles in your path, the higher odds you’ll succeed because others will back down. In this fast-paced, in-depth interview, Greg Harden will coach and mentor YOU to embrace a mindset to live your best life and achieve your passion and goals, with a sense of purpose, genuine fulfillment, peace and happiness. He also talks about the principles in his book, Stay Sane in an Insane World, filled with first-hand examples, experiences, his own challenges, principles of living a rich and rewarding life, and more.

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SHOW NOTES:GREG HARDEN:

• BIO: https://gregharden.com/bio/
• BOOKS:
  • Stay Sane in an Insane World: How to Control the Controllables and Thrive, by Greg Harden
• WEBSITE: GregHarden.com

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with Mark Tatum, Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Tatum oversees the NBA’s global business operations. But Mark didn’t find his ideal career — one he loves — right out of the box. He just never stopped being his best self throughout his career…and his career insights and wisdom is excellent, as you’ll hear. Learn how a young man born in Vietnam during the war to a black serviceman and Chinese mother was educated at Cornell and Harvard – and worked at Procter & Gamble, Clorox and Pepsi, but he found his calling and ideal career in sports management, where he has played a key role in fostering innovation and building the NBA’s global brand. His favorite quote, “Find your passion and pursue your dreams.”

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SHOW NOTES:MARK TATUM:

• BIO: https://www.thehistorymakers.org/biography/mark-tatum
• ARTICLES:
  • Mark Tatum’s life a series of twists and turns, Amsterdam News
  • During his ascent in the NBA, deputy commissioner Mark Tatum was inspired to ‘dream big’, Andscape feature story
• NBA Inaugural announcements:
  • Inaugural In-Season Tournament, Announcmment
  • Inaugural In-Season Tournament, Schedule
  • NBA Con Fan Event, Las Vegas

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with visionary entrepreneur Loren Shook, a pioneer in the field of memory care, founder, president, chairman and CEO of Silverado, former president and COO of Community Psychiatric Centers, an international NYSE company. Driven by a life-long commitment to changing lives for the good, especially in the field of improving quality of life for people with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory issues, Loren is a true visionary – helping to transform an industry while creating thousands of healthcare jobs. He is the recipient of awards that include the University of California Irvine’s Institute for Memory Impairment and Neurological Disorders’ (UCI MIND) 2015 Community Leadership Honoree Award, Southern California 55+ Housing Council’s Person of the Year Award, Boomer Business Summit’s Innovation in Leadership and Service Award, Mission Hospital Foundation’s Vision Award, Ernest & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year award in health care and others. He co-authored New Possibilities in Memory Care: The Silverado Story and The Silverado Story: A Memory Care Culture Where Love is Greater than Fear.

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SHOW NOTES:LOREN SHOOK:

• BIO: https://www.silverado.com/about-us/our-leadership/loren-shook/
• COMPANY WEBSITES:
  • Silverado
  • Silverado Hospice
• BOOKS:
  • New Possibilites in Memory Care: The Silverado Story, by Loren Shook and Steve Winner
  • The Silverado Story: A Memory-Care Culture Where Love is Greater than Fear, by Loren Shook and Steve Winner
• ARTICLES:
  • Changemakers: Loren Shook, Founder and CEO, Silverado, Changemakers 2023, Senior Housing News

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In today’s episode, The Mentors Radio Host Dan Hesse talks with Robert (Bob) McDonald, former U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs, remarkable former Chairman, President and CEO of The Proctor & Gamble Company for 33 years, and a U.S. Army Veteran who served with distinction in the 82nd Airborne Division.

Few have been trained in leadership at an elite military academy such as West Point and then applied and evolved their leadership skills throughout their careers across the “grand slam” of organization structures: Military, government, Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), and the private sector as has today’s guest mentor, Robert A. (Bob) McDonald.
Bob was nominated by President Obama to serve as the eighth Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) where he led the VA and its roughly 400,000 employees on an ambitious transformational journey to become a world-class service provider and the No. 1 customer-service agency in the Federal government to give Veterans consistent, high-quality experiences.
Before joining the VA, Bob was Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of one of the world’s largest companies, Procter & Gamble (P&G). During his tenure, P&G was widely recognized for its leader development prowess, with Chief Executive Magazine naming P&G the best company for developing leader talent.
Bob graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in 1975 and he earned his MBA from the University of Utah in 1978.
An Army Veteran, Bob served with the 82nd Airborne Division. He completed Jungle, Arctic, and Desert Warfare Training, and he earned the Ranger tab, Expert Infantryman Badge, and Senior Parachutist Wings. He received the Meritorious Service Medal upon leaving military service, and Bob currently serves as Chairman of the Board of the West Point Association of Graduates.

SHOW NOTES:ROBERT A. (BOB) McDONALD:

• BIO & WEBSITE: https://www.robertmcdonald.com/meet-bob/
• ARTICLES:
  • Still Leading, Harvard Business School
  • Case Study: Improving Access at VA, Harvard Business School
  • Improving Access at VA (Update), Harvard Business School

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In this episode, host Tom Loarie talks with guest mentor Ulrich Schmid-Maybach, whose great-grandfather, Wilhelm Maybach, designed the first high-speed internal combustion engine in 1883 and the first Mercedes car in 1901. Today the Mercedes Maybach is known to the … Continue reading →

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Melissa Schilling, author of Quirky, professor of management and organization at New York University’s Stern School of Business, the Innovation Director for Stern’s Fubon Center for Technology, Business … Continue reading →

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with Michael Milken, whose lifelong commitment to finding faster cures for terminal illnesses, including cancer, has help improve the lives of countless children, adults and families over the past … Continue reading →

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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Conor Grennan, the head of Generative AI and Dean of Students at New York University’s Stern School of Business, a TEDx speaker and a #1 Inernatonal Best-selling author … Continue reading →

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In today’s episode, The Mentors Radio host Dan Hesse talks with Marc Andreessen, the outspoken technology visionary who believes that Artificial Intelligence will save the world. In this episode, Marc shares his advice for entrepreneurs, talks about how new fields … Continue reading →

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio Host Tom Loarie talks with Adam Alter, New York University’s Stern School of Business “Professor of the Year,” TED Talk speaker, and author of Anatomy of a Breakthrough. As a renowned professor of marketing and psychology, Adam Alter has captivated … Continue reading →

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, host Tom Loarie talks with Michael Collopy, an award-winning portrait photographer who—early in his career—studied under and worked with Ansel Adams. Collopy recounts what it was like to work with Adams, and what … Continue reading →

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In this episode, The Mentors Host Dan Hesse talks with Admiral Michael G. Mullen, U.S. Navy (ret.), who served as the 17th chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from October 1, 2007, to September 30, 2011, and who previously … Continue reading →

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio host Dan Hesse talks with Gail McGovern, president and CEO of the American Red Cross. An outstanding leader, with one of the most distinguished and eclectic careers imaginable, McGovern rose from being a programmer … Continue reading →

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In today’s episode, The Mentors Radio host Tom Loarie talks with John Sitomer, a fitness entrepreneur and dad, most known as the founder of South Florida’s Council of Dads. He spent 1/3 of his life battling cancer and now is … Continue reading →

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In today’s episode of The Mentors Radio Host Dan Hesse talks with Jack Swarbrick, Director of Athletics at the University of Notre Dame (UND) about his unlikely—and unexpected—transition from a 28-year career with the Indianapolis law firm Baker & Daniels (he was made partner in 1987), to become UND’s 12th Athletics Director in 2008. He’s now in his 15th year as the James E. Rohr Director of Athletics (AD) at Univ. of Notre Dame.

Born in Yonkers, NY, and raised in Yonkers and Bloomington, IN, Swarbrick is a 1976 magna cum laude graduate of Notre Dame, with a bachelor’s degree in economics. Upon graduating from Stanford University Law School in 1980, he accepted a position as an associate in the Indianapolis law firm Baker & Daniels. He and his wife, Kimberly, have four now-grown children and a growing number of grandchildren.

In this episode, you’ll learn how Swarbrick’s career took a surprising and successful turn; life-changing advice he’s taken to heart along the way; and the importance of good character, good leadership, loving what you do, and staying open to opportunities!

Jack and Dan discuss new initiatives in college athletics, how to mentor and develop character, and how to choose the right leader for any position—critical skills both in athletics and in business.

An outspoken critic of recent changes in college sports — including “Name, Image and Likeness” of student athletes, and the “Transfer Portal” — Jack discusses with Dan how these money-driven programs can reduce a University’s ability to genuinely mentor students and, most importantly, to develop character. They also discuss Jack’s call for the NFL and NBA to allow 18-year olds to pursue a professional path after high school, instead of attending college, in order to avoid collegiate athletics becoming little more than the minor leagues. You’ll also learn about Jack’s mentors and more!

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SHOW NOTES:JACK SWARBRICK:

• BIO: https://www.nd.edu/about/leadership/council/jack-swarbrick/
• ARTICLES:
  • Notre Dame AD says NCAA Could Break Apart Without Stronger NIL Guidelines — Sports Illustrated
  • Jack Swarbrick Talks Notre Dame TV Deal, NIL, Marcus Freeman and More — Sports Illustrated
  • Jack Swarbrick: Big Ten-NBC deal ‘perfect’ for Notre Dame, Irish in ‘very good position’ — The Athletic
  • Lessons For Leaders With Notre Dame’s Jack Swarbrick & GWU’s Andrew Goodrich — Athletic Director U

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio host Dan Hesse talks with David Foster, one of the most illustrious composers of our time. With 16 Grammy Awards, including three for Producer of the Year, an Emmy Award, a Golden Globe and Three Oscar nominations for “Best Original Songs,” Foster has earned a reputation as a keen spotter of new talent, playing a key role in the discovery and career launches of Celine Dion, Josh Groban, Michael Bublé and more.

Few other individuals can claim to have their fingerprints on more major moments in all of popular music than David Foster. He has created hit songs for a diverse array of artists including Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Andrea Bocelli, Michael Bublé, Josh Groban, Rod Stewart, Stevie Wonder, Earth, Wind & Fire, Diana Krall, Natalie Cole, Michael Bolton, Seal, Chaka Khan, Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, Chicago, Hall & Oates, Brandy, ’N Sync, Boz Scaggs and Gloria Estefan, to name a few.

Currently, Foster is gearing up to take on Broadway with several projects, including writing the music for a new musical about iconic animated character “Betty Boop.” He is also writing music for a musical based on the Amy Bloom novel and New York Times bestseller Lucky Us.

Listen to the show live on Salem Radio in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES: DAVID FOSTER:

• BIO: https://davidfoster.com/story/
• WEBSITE: https://davidfoster.com/
• BOOK: Hitman: Forty Years Making Music, Topping the Charts, and Winning Grammys, by David Foster (“EXCELLENT book, can’t put it down, includes valuable lessons he’s learned along the way, with riveting behind-the-scenes stories, vignettes and experiences. I read the sample in Amazon and bought the Kindle version on the spot to finish reading!” — K.W., producer of The Mentors Radio)
• NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY: David Foster: Off The Record

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio host Tom Loarie talks with remarkable career advisor Madelyn Mackie about her own career journey of discovery and the power of doing what you love, even in a challenging job market. Madelyn continues to work with hundreds of individuals seeking a job and a career they love, as well as with VIP clients such as Twitter, Chevron, Novartis, the Oakland Raiders, Blue Shield of California and more.

You’ll often find her quoted in career-related magazines and she is a sought-after national speaker and resume writer. But she didn’t start out as a career advisor. Early on, she worked for years with Tony award-winning theaters, which has played an important role in her exceptional ability to communicate and engage people of all interests and backgrounds…

Madelyn is also one of the most selfless individuals you’ll ever meet, a person who knows that life rewards those who put others first. Known for communicating in a way that engages and uplifts others while delivering life-improving guidance. She is one of our most sought-after guests on the topic of careers and finding a job. As she puts it: ACTIVATE YOUR CAREER DREAMS!

Listen to the show live in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:MADELYN MACKIE: BIO: https://www.madelynmackie.com/meeting-planners/ * WEBSITE:* www.madelynmackie.com/

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In today’s episode, The Mentors Radio host Tom Loarie talks with Cindy McGovern, CEO of Orange Leaf Consulting and best-selling author of How to Sell Yourself: How to create, live and sell a powerful personal brand. She offers a wealth of practical, real-world experience and expertise in helping people achieve success in work, life, and in how to develop effective leadership and communication skills aimed at helping others achieve what they want or need.

Cindy holds a Doctorate Degree in Organizational Communication and a Master’s Degree in Marketing with an emphasis in Leadership and Ethics. Serving clients nationwide, McGovern is a highly sought-after speaker and coach with expertise in organizational change, conflict resolution, consultative sales, values-based selling, communication, management, leadership, sales management and collective bargaining. And the GREAT thing is that YOU get to learn from her immediately in this engaging, informative and inspiring interview!

Listen to the show live in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:

CINDY McGOVERN:

• BIO: https://orangeleafconsulting.com/founder
• BOOKS:
  • How to Sell Yourself: How to create, live and sell a powerful personal brand, by Dr. Cindy McGovern
  • Every Job is a Sales Job: How to use the art of selling to win at work, by Dr. Cindy McGovern
• WEBSITE: orangeleafconsulting.com

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In this episode The Mentors Radio Host Dan Hesse talks with Andy Reid, Head Coach of the Kansas City Chiefs, about Andy’s philosophy that success in life comes from teaching others. Winning two Super Bowls as the head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs, Andy Reid trails only Bill Belichick in career victories among active NFL coaches. His Chiefs have won seven consecutive AFC West titles and hosted five consecutive AFC championship games. He’s considered an offensive mastermind, seems to be well-liked by everyone, and 11 NFL head coaches were mentored by Andy as branches on his famous “coaching tree.”

Listen to the show live in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:ANDY REID:

• BIO: https://www.chiefs.com/team/coaches-roster/andy-reid
• MORE: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andy_Reid

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In this week’s episode, The Mentors Radio host Tom Loarie talks with James “Bob” Hagerty, the Wall Street Journal‘s only full-time obituary columnist, regarding how to tell your own life story. Over the past 40 years, Hagerty has worked as a reporter, editor and bureau chief for the Wall Street Journal. Today, he is the paper’s only full-time obituary writer. Each week, he writes three or four obituaries examining extraordinary lives he’s discovered—both the famous and the obscure. He finds it absolutely inspiring!

One of Hagerty’s articles — regarding “an obituary writer writes one for himself”— yielded such an outpouring of reader responses, that it inspired his most recent book, Yours Truly: An Obituary Writer’s Guide to Telling Your Story. In this episode Hagerty talks about what’s he has learned from writing obituaries and how to make sure your life story is not boiled down to just a few lines after you die. Leaving things to chance, your obituary is almost certain to be solemn, formulaic and full of errors… but you can have the last word!

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SHOW NOTES:James “Bob” Hagerty:

• *BIO & Some of Hagerty’s stunningly engaging Obits*: https://www.wsj.com/news/author/james-r.-hagerty
• BOOKS:
  • Yours Truly: An Obituary Writer’s Guide to Telling Your Story, by James R. Hagerty — In this surprisingly upbeat book about a usually downbeat subject, The Wall Street Journal’s veteran obituary writer, James R. Hagerty, shares his unique skills with those who want to have the last word by crafting their own stories in their own voices—with flourish, honesty, and even humor.
  • The Fateful History of Fannie Mae: New Deal Birth to Mortgage Crisis Fall, by James R. Hagerty
• C-SPAN video – James “Bob” Hagerty talks about his excellent book: The Fateful History of Fannie Mae:https://www.c-span.org/video/?309009-1/the-fateful-history-fannie-mae

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio host Dan Hesse talks with guest mentor Paul Hobbs, dubbed “The Steve Jobs of Wine” by Forbes magazine. A third generation farmer, raised in upstate New York, Paul wanted nothing to do with farming as a teen and decided to follow his great-grandfather and pursue a career in medicine. He earned his B.S. in Chemistry at Notre Dame (UND) and was accepted into medical school. That’s the point at which mentors intervened, including his father, ultimately encouraging him to pursue a different path. Their advice made sense to Paul and he moved to California, graduating from University of Davis three years later with a Masters of Science in Viticulture and Enology. His winemaking adventure had begun. (see his BIO below for more details.)

Paul never looked back… He has enjoyed, and continues to enjoy, the journey—all of it—tremendously.

In this episode, you’ll learn how Paul Hobbs, now celebrating more than 30 years in the wine business, became the go-to wine consultant to 100 wineries, and how he built his own empire of eight wineries on four continents (so far)! You’ll learn his “why,” his passion, and why he loves doing what he does, even during the challenges. He’s happy…and by example, he models a path, and principles, to help you find your happiness too!

Listen to the show live in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:Paul Hobbs:

• BIO: https://www.paulhobbswinery.com/where-it-all-began/
• WEBSITE: Paul Hobbs Winery
• A FEW STORIES:
  • PAUL HOBBS 30TH ANNIVERSARY from Paul Hobbs on Vimeo.
  • Paul Hobbs Winery – Our Story from Paul Hobbs on Vimeo.

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio host Tom Loarie talks with Samantha McRoskey, Director of Research for Portman Square Group, about background checks, due diligence, fraud investigations and more. These investigative procedures have become an important part of the global business landscape, as well as locally, in vetting new hires, social media monitoring, fraud, theft, surveillance, reputation and ethics due diligence, risk assessments, counterfeiting, litigation support and much more. Samantha (“Sam”) is familiar with all of it.

For more than 10 years, Samantha has conducted and contributed to a range of complex due diligence, risk assessment, and investigative projects as part of the Portman Square Group team. Her work has spanned Latin America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. She has also worked extensively on Foreign Corrupt Practices Act reviews for corporate clients working in international jurisdictions. She is a Spanish and Portuguese speaker.

Samantha graduated magna cum laude from the University of Notre Dame with a B.A. in English and holds an M.A in International Relations from Yale University. She also conducted research and studied in Mexico as a Fulbright Scholar.

Samantha delivers an insider look behind the scenes of these investigations, tells us what we should know about them, shares the kind of information they provide, and has some tips on how to pass any investigation without being “red-flagged.” She also explains the difference between what we can learn from an internet search vs. professional background or due diligence research. Did we mention she’s also a mother of five? Perhaps most fascinating of all, you’ll likely be surprised to learn that you will not be remembered the way you might think!

Listen to the show live in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:Samantha McCroskey:

• BIO: See above
• Portman Square Group: portmansquaregroup.com

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In this episode, host Tom Loarie talks with today’s guest mentor Dave Liu, former Jefferies Managing Director of Digital Media and Internet Banking. Dave Liu shares his insights and the secrets he learned while becoming the first Asian-American to become a managing director at an investment bank…at the age of 32! Dave raised $16 billion for hundreds of companies—from start-ups to established corporations. He has worked with more than a thousand different individuals, including CEOs and entrepreneurs. David Liu’s top-selling book, The Way of the Wall Steet Warrior, is a MUST-READ (or listen, if you prefer audible!).

Listen to the show live in San Francisco or via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide… You can also listen on ANY podcast platform, including Apple podcast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

SHOW NOTES:DAVID LIU:

• BIO: https://amzn.to/3fUHY3q
• WEBSITE: Liucrative.co
• BOOK:
  • The Way of the Wall Street Warrior: Conquer the Corporate Game Using Tips, Tricks, and Smartcuts, by Dave Liu
    • “Dave learned how to win in investment banking the hard way. Now he is able to share tools that make it easier for budding bankers and other professionals to succeed.” —Frank Baxter, Former CEO of Jefferies and U.S. Ambassador to Uruguay
    • “A must-read for anyone starting their career in Corporate America. Dave’s book shares witty and valuable insights that would take a lifetime to learn otherwise. I highly recommend that anyone interested in advancing their career read this book.”—Harry Nelis, Partner of Accel and former Goldman Sachs banker

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In today’s episode, The Mentors Host Tom Loarie talks with William D. Cohan, a business writer, former investor banker, and best-selling author of “Power Failure: The Rise and Fall of an American Icon,” which chronicles the strengths and weaknesses of influentical General Electric CEOs Jack Welch and Jeff Immelt, and the the rise and fall of General Electric (GE) over 36 years. The lessons learned are legendary in their impact on anyone’s business—large, mid-sized or small—and legendary in understanding what to really look for when evaluating whether (or not) your or another business is one in which it could be worth investing. Ethics play a role for sure.

At its peak, GE was an industrial empire worth nearly $600 billion. For almost a century its logo branded “just about everything, from wind turbines to submarine detectors, fridges, televisions, toasters and lightbulbs,” as a Nov 2022 article in The Guardian described.

In 2001, GE was considered to be one of the most valuable companies in the world, boasting a rare, triple-A credit score. A mere 20 years later, GE announced it would be broken up into smaller fragments. Its employees numbered less than half those of 20 years earlier. In the 2000s, the company had begun sourcing its lightbulbs from Chinese contractors and branding them as GE products. In 2020, GE sold off it’s lighting business for good. What went so wrong? Find out in this episode of THE Mentors RADIO.

Listen below (podcast posted after Saturday’s radio airing), or listen on ANY podcast device or platform here.

SHOW NOTES:William D. Cohan (“Bill”):

• BIO: https://williamcohan.com/about/
• WEBSITE: WilliamCohan.com
• BOOKS:
  • Power Failure: The Rise and Fall of An American Icon, by William D. Cohan
  • Four Friends: Promising Lives Cut Short, by William D. Cohan
  • Why Wall Street Matters, by William D. Cohan
  • The Price of Silence: The Duke Lacrosse Scandal, Wall Street Journal and the Power of the Elite, by William D. Cohen
  • Money and Power: How Goldman Sachs Came to Rule the World, by William D. Cohan
  • House of Cards: A Tale of Hubris and Wretched Excess on Wall Street, by William D. Cohan
  • The Last Tycoons: The Secret History of Lazard Fréres & Company, by William D. Cohan
• ARTICLES:
  • Power Failure by William D Cohan review – pulling the plug – by Hettie O’Brien, The Guardian

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In today’s episode, Host Dan Hesse talks with Bill Zollars, former YRC CEO and a 24-year C-suite veteran of Eastman Kodak during the company’s heyday. The story of how Kodak, the third most powerful brand in the world, lost its way and ended up in bankruptcy remains so shocking on the surface that its journey is studied in business schools worldwide. There have been accounts in academic and business journals written about the demise of Kodak, but none with the anecdotes and insider’s view that Bill shares.

Zollars adds color to Kodak’s journey with personal anecdotes of Kodak Moments and his unique insights into what was really going on behind the camera.

The lessons learned from the Kodak saga are applicable to any company – particularly those that think “this could never happen to us”.

After graduating Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Minnesota, Bill joined Eastman Kodak where he held roles in Finance, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Logistics and General Management during a 24-year career. Bill left Kodak to establish the Integrated Logistics business at Ryder Systems and grew it from $300 million to $1.5 Billion in 3 years. He later became President of Yellow Freight and two years later was promoted to Chairman, President, and CEO of YRC Freight, a company he grew from $1 billion to $10 billion in revenue and into the Fortune 250 during his 12-year tenure as CEO.

He serves on the boards of Cigna, Prologis and several private company boards, and was Chairman of Cerner until it was sold to Oracle in 2022. He is also in his third year as a Governor of the U.S. Postal Service.

SHOW NOTES:BILL ZOLLARS:

• BIO: (see above)
• ARTICLES:
  • Fujifilm: Outlasting the “Kodak Moment”
  • Kodak’s Downfall Wasn’t About Technology – Harvard Business School Review
  • The UnMerger – Forbes
  • Your business model can be your biggest enemy: How did Kodak fall? – Capacitor/Partners
  • How Kodak Failed – Forbes

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio host Tom Loarie talks with Joe Hart, President and CEO of Dale Carnegie and Associates. Hart shares his insights on how to take command of your life using timeless principles that teach you all you need to know about the art of human relations.

Unlock your full potential and create the life you want. How? Transform how you approach your thoughts, emotions, relationships and future. Learn how to manage difficult people, deal with stress and anxiety, build resilience and much more more.

Podcast of radio episode will be posted after the show airs on Saturday. To listen on ANY device and platform, any time – go here.

SHOW NOTES:Joe Hart:

• BIO: https://www.dalecarnegie.com/en/joe-hart
• WEBSITE: https://www.dalecarnegie.com/
• BOOKS:
  • Take Command: Find Your Inner Strength, Build Enduring Relationships, and Live the Life you Want – by Joe Hart & Michael Crom
  • The Second Mountain: The Quest for a Moral Life – by David Brook
• PODCAST:
  • Joe’s Take Command Podcast

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio host Tom Loarie talks with Ram Charan, one of the most—if not the most—renown global advisors in the world, having been referred to as the “secret weapon” of Ivan Seidenberg, former CEO of Verizon; Jack Welch, famous former CEO of General Electric (GE) and Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon, to name a few. But don’t be fooled. Ram Charan is a man of simplicity, humility and intense focus. He has a rare ability to profoundly understand business, quickly recognize patterns, and forge successful ways to increase customer engagement and loyalty. In this episode, Ram shares how to make an impact for good in your business, as well as how to grow your business full-speed.

SHOW NOTES:RAM CHARAN:

BIO: https://ram-charan.com/about-ram/

WEBSITE: https://ram-charan.com/

BOOKS:

• Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done, by Ram Charan
• The High Potential Leader: How to Grow Fast, Take on New Responsibilities, and Make an Impact, by Ram Charan
• The Attacker’s Advantage; Turning Uncertainty Into Breakthrough Opportunities, by Ram Charan
• What the CEO Wants You to Know: Using Business Acumen to Understand How Your Company Really Works, by Ram Charan

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Imagine trying to herd cats. Even worse, try to herd cats in a crisis! In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with former U.S. Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Thad Allen about leadership during a crisis. Whether it’s a business crisis, family crisis, natural disaster, supply chain nightmare, government-mandated pandemic shutdown or something else, ethical leadership can make all the difference in ultimately navigating to “safe shores.” Our guest mentor today, Thad Allen, has a lot to share about leadership and crisis leadership.

During his Coast Guard career, Allen was asked by two U.S. Presidents to take over leadership of the Federal response to two monumental crises—the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and the catastrophic Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. To achieve resolution in each of these disasters required bringing together a wide swath of diverse constituencies—each with their own focus, concerns, habits of communication and pain points. No easy task. Allen was so successful in his efforts that he became known in some circles as “the master of disaster.”

Allen also led the Atlantic Coast Guard forces in response to the 9/11 attacks and coordinated the U.S. Coast Guard response to a major Haitian earthquake.

But what was Allen’s secret for bringing very diverse groups together, leading them to work together to achieve a common goal? How did he herd cats in a crisis? Among other things you’ll learn that one of the first things he does—every time, in every disaster with which he was involved—is to focus first on forging a unity of purpose and a culture of compassion. Yes. People First. Every Time! That required hyper-focused listening, clarity of assessment, finding the common threads and building on those, and… did we mention listening, putting people first?!!

The lessons and experiences Thad Allen shares in this episode are worth more than gold for any human on the planet—in business, work, life, anywhere, anytime… and for cats too, if they’d only listen. FANTASTIC LEARNING and MENTORING in this episode!

SHOW NOTES:THAD ALLEN:

• BIO:
  • Admiral Thad Allen retired in 2010 as the 23rd Commandant of the US Coast Guard, after four decades of service. He transitioned to apply his expertise, leadership and learnings to other opportunities, retiring as an executive vice president (2017) and senior executive advisor (2021) at Booz Allen Hamilton. He currently chairs or serves on several federal advisory committees, is a member of the Board of Visitors to the National Intelligence University, and a member of the Comptroller General’s Advisory Board. Admiral Allen led the federal responses to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita and the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. He led Atlantic Coast Guard forces in response to the 9/11 attacks and coordinated the Coast Guard response to the Haitian Earthquake. He is a 1971 graduate of the US Coast Guard Academy, holds master’s degrees from George Washington University and the MIT Sloan School and is the recipient of 5 Honorary Doctorate degrees. He held the James Tyler Distinguished Chair of Leadership at the Loy Institute of Leadership at the Coast Guard Academy from 2014 to 2021.
• ARTICLES:
  • “Looking Back at 225 and 100: A former Commandant reflects on the “inflection” points of his personal and professional life and the Service itself,“ by Admiral Thad Allen, USCG (ret), ’71, In the Service and Beyond
  • “Recognizing and Responding to Today’s Governance Challenges,” by Thad W. Allen ’71, Admiral James M. Loy Institute for Leadership
  • “Hurricane Katrina: How the Coast Guard Gets It Right,” TIME magazine, 10/31/05
  • “Confronting Complexity and Creating Unity of Effort: The Leadership Challenge for Public Administrators,” by Thad W. Allen, Public Administration Review

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio Host Tom Loarie talks with Daniel K. Epstein, author of the inspiring book and project Portraits in Faith and a world-renown behavioral marketing expert. Epstein was among the elite at Proctor & Gamble where he served as a distinguished Harley Proctor Marketer, an honor awarded to very few. On the outside and to his colleagues and friends, Epstein seemed to have the world at his feet, but inside he was unhappy. Very unhappy. For him, life had become a zero sum game in which he was constantly driven by a fear of not having enough. Ever the ultimate practical professional, he spent much of his life trying “fit into a mold” made by others. If he was told “No, you can’t,” he made it his mission to prove “Yes, I can,” and he would succeed.

Epstein seemed to have a gift for seeing life through another person’s point of view, a useful perception in top-level marketing, but he did not appreciate the depth of his gift. For him, it was just a practical marketing expertise. He also exhibited clear behaviors of a leader, but his focus was self-serving, having more, driven by fear.

Then, Daniel Epstein hit a turning point—a radical turning point. Actually, the SHTF. Pretty badly.

He didn’t want to be who he was, He didn’t know how to change. His world turned upside down. But at the same time, in his struggles, he began to discover what life and living was really about. He learned the hard way what it meant to lead. He eventually transformed into fully living a life of gratitude and service, and he beautifully captured what he learned in his book, Portraits in Faith. This is not a book about religion. It is, rather, a documenting of the spiritual experience as it manifests itself in individual’s lives, the radical transformation of mindset, understanding and appreciation of what they never saw before.

The book Portraits in Faith weaves together individual vignettes and stunning portrait photographs. In the words of one of Epstein’s mentors along his journey, famed film story-teller Ken Burns, “I was–we were (as several folks in the office crowded ’round) — completely blown away by its power and dignity, its implicit compassion and yet unblinking eye. What a wonderful project and I only wish I hadn’t been on the road for the last three and a half months because I would have been able to see this amazing project sooner.”

SHOW NOTES:DANIEL K. EPSTEIN:

• BIO: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09SJ67FX7/about
• WEBSITE: https://portraitsinfaith.org/
• BOOK: Portraits in Faith, by Daniel K. Epstein

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio host Tom Loarie talks with Howard Root, founder and CEO of Vascular Solutions, and author of the book “Cardiac Arrest: Five heart-stopping years on the Fed’s Hit List”. Root shares his harrowing fight—and win—against Federal Department of Justice prosecutors who abused their power beyond all imagination. That was in 2011!

The Feds’ unsuccessful attempt to put Root behind bars and destroy his company was ruthless. They used the justice system to distort justice and abuse individual liberties guaranteed by the Constitution.

Five years later, in 2016, after shelling out $25 million in legal costs, Howard Root won a UNANIMOUS acquittal. Even more disturbing than these five years of unwarranted persecution by the Federal Department of Justice, the jurors expressed shock and outrage that these charges were ever filed against Root in the first place!

After the grueling journey and ultimate victory against the Feds, Root knew the Feds could target his company again, repeat their horrific injustices and violations of Constitutional rights and he did not want to jeopardize his company or its employees. He sold the company—which, at that time, was one of the most innovative and prolific medical device companies of its kind, and pursues other interests. He also helps other CEOs unjustly targeted and pursued by the Feds whenever asked for advice.

This is a modern day David beats Goliath story, and it could affect you! Now more than ever.

Learn what you can do to protect yourself and your company.

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SHOW NOTES:HOWARD ROOT:

• BIO: http://www.howardroot.com/
• WEBSITE: HowardRoot.com
• BOOK: Cardiac Arrest: Five Heart-stopping Years as CEO on the Fed’s Hit List, by Howard Root
• LETTER: HOWARD ROOT: A LETTER TO MY PROSECUTORS – Sent on fifth anniversary (Feb.26, 2021) of Root’s court victory and an EXCELLENT read!
• ARTICLES:
  • “Book Review: Cardiac Arrest — A Warning to Aspiring Entrepreneurs and Society at Large” – Catholic Business Journal
  • “Medtech CEO rails against DOJ at industry conference” – Med City News

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In this episode, host Tom Loarie talks with London-based, world-renown scientist, cancer researcher, medical journal editor and author, Justin Stebbing, M.D. They discuss the excitement and rewards of a STEM career, the life of a scientist, Dr. Stebbing’s journey to becoming a world renown clinician and scientist and the wonders of discovering improved therapies for cancer and for treating covid.

Professor Justin Stebbing, M.D., is also a professor of biomedical sciences at ARU, Cambridg and a visiting professor at Imperial College where he has an active and widely known translational laboratory. He is the author of more than 700 peer-reviewed papers published in The Lancet, The New England Journal of Medicine and elsewhere. He is the co-chief editor of Oncogene and author of the book, Witness to Covid.

Find Show Notes below. Listen to this episode below and on ANY podcast platform (from Apple to Google to Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, etc) by typing in “THE Mentors RADIO” … even easier, Subscribe HERE to listen on any podcast platform!!!

SHOW NOTES:JUSTIN STEBBING, M.D.:

• BIO: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/people/j.stebbing AND https://justinstebbing.me/
• BOOK: Witness to Covid: The diary of a global pandemic, by Professor Justin Stebbing
• ARTICLES:
  • PROFESSOR JUSTIN STEBBING: The revolution that makes me believe we really CAN beat cancer in my lifetime

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In this episode, host Dan Hesse talks with Admiral Mike Mullen, retired Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff under two U.S. Presidents, about his unexpected career journey, the importance of mentors, how to lead during crises and how values shape our decision-making as a leader.

Considered one of the most influential chairmen of the Joint Chiefs in history, Admiral Mullen oversaw the end of the combat mission in Iraq and the development of a new military strategy for Afghanistan, while promoting international partnerships, new technologies and new counter-terrorism tactics culminating in the killing of Osama bin Laden.

That said, Admiral Mullen’s first naval leadership assignment as a young officer did not go well. NOT AT ALL! Yet the lessons he learned, the leadership principles and skills he honed, and the focused persistence and perseverance he mastered as a result of that early failure—in great measure thanks to an exemplary mentor—led him to become the highest-ranking military officer in the country; Fast Company referred to Admiral Mullen as “a case study in 21st Century leadership.”

Now retired, Admiral Mullen teaches at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis and previously, for many years, taught at Princeton’s Woodrow Wilson School of International and Public Affairs. In addition to his leadership and leader-forming mentorship, he is also known for his efforts on behalf of service members, veterans and their families.

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SHOW NOTES:ADMIRAL MIKE MULLEN:

• BIO: https://www.history.navy.mil/browse-by-topic/people/chiefs-of-naval-operations/admiral-michael-g–mullen.html
• ARTICLE:
  • Admiral Mike Mullen, Harvard Business Review (June 2012)- a terrific question-and-answer-style interview with Admiral Mullen

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In today’s episode, recovering alcoholic Teddy W—now 16 years sober—talks with The Mentors Radio host Tom Loarie about his journey from self-deception to real freedom and genuine happiness…and the transformative power of good habits. At a time of year when many of us are choosing new goals, this is a helpful, inspiring and very candid interview. Alcoholism is the elephant in the room few talk about, yet excessive drinking is the #1 leading cause of preventable deaths in the U.S. It’s shocking! From 2015 to 2019 alone, there were more than 380 alcohol-related deaths PER DAY in the United States. It affects each of us in some way, if not through our own addiction, then through family, friends and co-workers. This episode is a fabulous insider view with inspiration for everyone!

Find Show Notes below. Listen to the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to the podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here to not miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:The AA book on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions
https://www.aa.org/twelve-steps-twelve-traditions

For meetings local and worldwide — download the Meeting Guide app at Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.meetingguide and the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meeting-guide/id1042822181#?platform=iphone

Basic Information about A.A.: https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/f-2_InfoonAA.pdf

A Newcomer Asks pamphlet: https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/p-24_anewcomerask.pdf

Is There An Alcoholic In Your Life pamphlet: https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/p-30_isthereanalcoinyourlife.pdf

Help and hope for the families and friends of alcoholics is also available via the Al-Anon Family Groups: https://al-anon.org

The God Word Pamphlet: https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/p-86_theGodWord.pdf

The A.A. Member – Medications & Other Drugs: https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/p-11_aamembersMedDrug.pdf

The Stanford Study, which was mentioned on the show. https://www.aagrapevine.org/AALjune2021

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio show, Host Tom Loarie talks with Guest Mentor Bill George, the remarkable former Chairman and CEO of Medtronic who not only transformed Medtronic from a medium-sized company into the global medical technology giant it is today, but who also stepped down as CEO after 10 years as he promised he would do. In case you don’t know, leaving the helm as promised much earlier, especially when influence, growth and profits are exploding, is RARE. It’s unheard of, then and now…And it is a mark of unwavering personal INTEGRITY and ETHICS. In other words, it is the mark of a TRUE LEADER.

Since stepping down as Chairman and CEO of Medtronic, Bill George has dedicated his time and focus to cultivating, training and building up future leaders who value others, and who will lead with integrity, a clear sense of purpose, and a strong desire to make the world better. Values, Humanity and Purpose. This is what it takes to be a True Leader. It’s been true throughout history, and it is especially true today.

Bill is currently a professor at Harvard Business School.. He is also a prolific author on books regarding Leadership, written to engage and mentor Emerging Leaders although his principles and mentorship will transform anyone striving to live their personal True North, as he puts it.

The learnings in this episode that can transform YOUR life, YOUR work, YOUR sense of value and purpose, YOUR self- and team-leadership, regardless of where you work, what job or charity you serve, whether or not you are an entrepreneur… It can change YOUR life for the good!

Find Show Notes below. Listen to the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to the podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here (It’s FREE) and don’t miss an episode!

SHOW NOTES:BILL GEORGE:

• BIO: https://www.billgeorge.org/about
• Website: https://www.billgeorge.org/
• BOOKS:
  • True North: Emerging Leader Edition, by Bill George
  • Discover Your True North: Expanded and Updated Edition, by Bill George
  • Seven Lessons for Leading in Crisis, by Bill George
  • Authentic Leadership: Rediscovering the Secrets to Creating Lasting Value, by Bill George

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio Host Ric Brutocao talks with guest Dan McClory, the award-winning president and head of China equity investments for Boustead Securities, about Dan’s career journey and more. McClory excels in bringing companies public, and in … Continue reading →

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Dave Liu, former Jeffries Managing Director of Digital Media and Internet Banking. Dave Liu shares his insights and the secrets he learned while becoming the first Asian-American to become a managing director at an investment bank...at the age of 32! Dave raised $16 billion for ... Continue reading →

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In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Guest Mentor Anthony Walton, award-winning author and poet, professor and senior writer-in-residence at prestigious Bowdoin College, about the importance and power of good mentors, the art of writing … Continue reading →

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We can’t always have perfect health but we CAN create habits that ensure we are living in ways that foster good health, good attitude, good mindset… all that is Good For Business! In this episode The Mentors Radio host John … Continue reading →

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Going outside your comfort zone is a key to growth and success in career and life. In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Samuel D. Lyles, a former Texas Assistant District Attorney, a felony prosecutor … Continue reading →

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In today’s episode of The Mentors Radio, host Tom Loarie talks with former Sprint turn-around CEO Dan Hesse “Just Capital” and why “doing good” matters in any company, of any size. They also discuss a new values-based metric system aimed … Continue reading →

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In this episode of THE Mentors Radio, host Tom Loarie talks with Billy F. Wroe, Jr., founder of 1stWroe and author of Fire Your Job, Hire Your Passion (see link in Show Notes below). Wroe is a career professional in … Continue reading →

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In this episode, The Mentors Radio Host Tom Loarie talks with guest mentor Ram Charan, the world’s premier business advisor to the top companies, about the secret of Amazon’s success. Charan exposes the behind-the-scenes management system that has catapulted Amazon.com to become a … Continue reading →

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You want inspiration? John Sitomer delivers in spades! As he puts it, “I spent one third of my life battling cancer. I’m thrilled it was me!” Today on THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with John Sitomer, a fitness … Continue reading →

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Imagine experiencing spatial disorientation (you can’t tell up from down) in an F-16 Fighter Jet while locked into a Death Spiral at 6,000 feet, traveling at 1,000 ft per second… ejecting barely 0.8 SECONDS before it was too late… and … Continue reading →

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Gorick Ng: BIO: https://www.acewomenscollective.com/speaker-bio/gorick-ng WEBSITE: http://www.gorick.com BOOK: The Unspoken Rules: Secrets to Starting Your Career Off Right, by Gorick Ng LINK to Gorick Ng’s radio interview on The Mentors Radio show

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SALVATORE BUSCEMI: BIO: https://www.salvatorebuscemi.com/about-sal/ WEBSITE: https://www.salvatorebuscemi.com BOOKS: Legacy Investing: How the .001% Invest, by Salvatore Buscemi – to buy directly from the publisher Legacy Investing: How The .001% Invest, by Salvatore Buscemi Making the Yield: Hard Money Lending Uncovered, by … Continue reading →

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LIZ WISEMAN: BIO: https://thewisemangroup.com/who-we-are/our-team/liz-wiseman/ COMPANY & RESOURCE: The Wiseman Group BOOKS: Impact Players: How to Take the Lead, Play Bigger and Multiply Your Impact – by Liz Wiseman The Multiplier Effect: Tapping the Genius Inside Our Schools – by Liz … Continue reading →

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MARY JO POTTER: BIO: https://www.healthcareangels.com/about-us/ https://vsee.com/conference/speaker/mary-jo-potter/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryjopotter Healthcare Angels