The Kathryn Zox Show: Recent Episodes
Kathryn Zox
Kathryn Zox is your Social Worker with a Microphone™. She’s informative and fun and opens up the mike with conversations that women need to hear. The Kathryn Zox Show is savvy and relationship oriented. Kathryn has counseled hundreds of women and their families who have suffered from eating disorders, addiction problems, marital, family and geriatric issues as well as persons coping with mental and physical disabilities. She combines her feminine perspective, social work skills and acting talents to produce a show that’s smart, upbeat, informative, sometimes irreverent, but never boring! Tune in Wednesdays at 7 AM/PT, 10 AM/ET to The Kathryn Zox Show be a part of Kathryn’s lively interviews on wealth, health, kids, divorce, travel, menopause, recipes, diets, and relationships. Serious and not so serious topics include hair loss, weight gain, face lifts, obsession, and rejection and even male contraception. That’s the Kathryn Zox Show, right here on VoiceAmerica Variety.
Kathryn interviews Author Sarah Allen Benton LMHC.“Recovery is more than ‘stopping drinking or using drugs’—it involves an entire lifestyle change and impacts every aspect of a parent’s life,” acknowledges Sarah Allen Benton, an Advanced Alcohol and Drug counselor who has been a parent in recovery from alcoholism for more than 20 years. She draws on both her professional expertise and deeply personal experience to support mothers and fathers as they navigate their way through parenting while embracing a sober lifestyle in a digital world filled with challenges and pressures.She holds a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Healthy Psychology from Northeastern University, Bouvé School of Health Sciences, and has worked as a therapist and clinical consultant for various addiction treatment programsKathryn also interviews Author Pattie Dale-Tye.Having a successful career will enable you to live the life you want to lead and to give back and help others all along the way. Pattie Dale Tye offers a comprehensive roadmap for developing a fulfilling career. From new graduates to seasoned professionals, she emphasizes the importance of leveraging one’s unique talents, embracing continuous learning, and fostering meaningful connections. Pattie’s engaging narrative and practical advice make this book a must-read for anyone seeking to transform their career and life. She has a wealth of experience with thirty-plus years of P&L leadership. She credits her ability to successfully lead the turnaround of Human Inc.’s large business segment to putting clients and community first. She helped increase Humana’s impact and visibility in Texas by engaging in activities such as Go Red for Women, The United Way, and the Humana Foundation.
Kathryn interviews Author Sarah Allen Benton LMHC.“Recovery is more than ‘stopping drinking or using drugs’—it involves an entire lifestyle change and impacts every aspect of a parent’s life,” acknowledges Sarah Allen Benton, an Advanced Alcohol and Drug counselor who has been a parent in recovery from alcoholism for more than 20 years. She draws on both her professional expertise and deeply personal experience to support mothers and fathers as they navigate their way through parenting while embracing a sober lifestyle in a digital world filled with challenges and pressures.She holds a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Healthy Psychology from Northeastern University, Bouvé School of Health Sciences, and has worked as a therapist and clinical consultant for various addiction treatment programsKathryn also interviews Author Pattie Dale-Tye.Having a successful career will enable you to live the life you want to lead and to give back and help others all along the way. Pattie Dale Tye offers a comprehensive roadmap for developing a fulfilling career. From new graduates to seasoned professionals, she emphasizes the importance of leveraging one’s unique talents, embracing continuous learning, and fostering meaningful connections. Pattie’s engaging narrative and practical advice make this book a must-read for anyone seeking to transform their career and life. She has a wealth of experience with thirty-plus years of P&L leadership. She credits her ability to successfully lead the turnaround of Human Inc.’s large business segment to putting clients and community first. She helped increase Humana’s impact and visibility in Texas by engaging in activities such as Go Red for Women, The United Way, and the Humana Foundation.
Kathryn interviews Author Stephanie Harrison.It’s not your fault if you are unhappy. You have been told three lies: you’re not good enough; you need to achieve fame, wealth, and power; and you need to do it all on your own. This is “Old Happy”, our society’s false definition of happiness, and it’s making us miserable. Well-being expert and social media sensation Stephanie Harrison takes us through the process of unwinding Old Happy, uncovering your own gifts, and using them to both improve your life and the world at the same time. Her step-by-step guide to building the life you want is the key to discovering the New Happy and will forever change the way that you see yourself and the world. Her work has been featured in Fast Company, Forbes, and Architectural Digest, and she regularly contributes to the Harvard Business Review and CNBC.
Kathryn interviews Author Meghan Riordan Jarvis, MA, LCSW.All of us will experience loss in our lives, and with loss comes grief. Still, nothing really prepares you for the toll grief takes. As Meghan Riordan Jarvis, MA, LCSW explains, grief doesn’t just happen in your mind — it’s a five-senses experience that impacts all physical systems. “Grievers end up stunned by what a full-contact sport grief ends up being.” Anyone who has struggled with grief knows that there are many questions that come with the journey. With more than two decades of experience as a psychotherapist and trauma specialist, she helps readers make sense of their emotional experience with grief. Meghan is a TEDx speaker and hosts the popular blog and podcast Grief Is My Side Hustle. She offers a free writing workshop, Grief Mates.Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. Dawn Filos.Whether it's a NSFW (not safe for work) encounter with a bra-selling pet parent or a touching farewell to a beloved family dog - Dr. Dawn Filos brings us a variety of tales underscoring the deep connection and mutual affection between pets and their owners. With a blend of touching stories and professional knowledge, she shares her journey from a nervous - and sometimes fainting - veterinary student who lost a prized racehorse - to a confident veterinarian with 3 decades of experience in both Eastern and Western medicine with viral social media videos and an informational, and at times deeply personal blog. Her candid narrative style brings to light the realities of a mobile veterinary practice, where every day is brand new, and every pet has a story worth telling. Retiring after 30 years, she realized a decades-long dream to add “pet portraitist” to her list of talents.
Kathryn interviews Author Meghan Riordan Jarvis, MA, LCSW.All of us will experience loss in our lives, and with loss comes grief. Still, nothing really prepares you for the toll grief takes. As Meghan Riordan Jarvis, MA, LCSW explains, grief doesn’t just happen in your mind — it’s a five-senses experience that impacts all physical systems. “Grievers end up stunned by what a full-contact sport grief ends up being.” Anyone who has struggled with grief knows that there are many questions that come with the journey. With more than two decades of experience as a psychotherapist and trauma specialist, she helps readers make sense of their emotional experience with grief. Meghan is a TEDx speaker and hosts the popular blog and podcast Grief Is My Side Hustle. She offers a free writing workshop, Grief Mates.Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. Dawn Filos.Whether it's a NSFW (not safe for work) encounter with a bra-selling pet parent or a touching farewell to a beloved family dog - Dr. Dawn Filos brings us a variety of tales underscoring the deep connection and mutual affection between pets and their owners. With a blend of touching stories and professional knowledge, she shares her journey from a nervous - and sometimes fainting - veterinary student who lost a prized racehorse - to a confident veterinarian with 3 decades of experience in both Eastern and Western medicine with viral social media videos and an informational, and at times deeply personal blog. Her candid narrative style brings to light the realities of a mobile veterinary practice, where every day is brand new, and every pet has a story worth telling. Retiring after 30 years, she realized a decades-long dream to add “pet portraitist” to her list of talents.
Kathryn interviews Author Rhea Wessel.Are you brimming with groundbreaking ideas, eager to make a mark in business and tackle global challenges, yet feeling like your voice remains unheard? If so, you’re not alone. In order to amplify your message and truly make an impact, mastering the art of idea discovery and communication is paramount. Thought leader, writer, and corporate thought-leadership writing trainer Rhea Wessel has recently honed her expertise, now placing a significant emphasis on ethical and innovative AI-infused writing. She explains techniques for generating a steady flow of story concepts that deeply resonate with your audience and offers guidance on evading common pitfalls and ethical missteps in business writing, ensuring a captivating and principled narrative. With a prolific career in journalism, Wessel has penned thousands of articles including for The NY Times, The Wall Street Journal, and BBC.Kathryn also interviews Author Dann Darwin.Wendy Green loves her husband — and almost never hates him — even after their decades-long marriage. She and Charles had met on a wintry day at a North Dallas gym. Charles feels instant surges of chemistry. Wendy needs a bit more convincing. But their attraction grows and deepens, and within a year they marry. Little do they know what awaits them. Dann Darwin delivers an intimate exploration of a relatable couple as life takes them from Texas to North Dakota and to Nevada throughout their 40-year relationship. Far from typical pulp fiction romances, Darwin depicts imperfect, relatable characters who make mistakes — lots of them, in fact — while navigating the inherent uncertainty of modern-day relationships. Darwin worked in the newspaper industry in Michigan, Texas, Utah and Nevada for nearly 40 years, where he won numerous awards, before turning to fiction and longer narratives.
Kathryn interviews Author Rhea Wessel.Are you brimming with groundbreaking ideas, eager to make a mark in business and tackle global challenges, yet feeling like your voice remains unheard? If so, you’re not alone. In order to amplify your message and truly make an impact, mastering the art of idea discovery and communication is paramount. Thought leader, writer, and corporate thought-leadership writing trainer Rhea Wessel has recently honed her expertise, now placing a significant emphasis on ethical and innovative AI-infused writing. She explains techniques for generating a steady flow of story concepts that deeply resonate with your audience and offers guidance on evading common pitfalls and ethical missteps in business writing, ensuring a captivating and principled narrative. With a prolific career in journalism, Wessel has penned thousands of articles including for The NY Times, The Wall Street Journal, and BBC.Kathryn also interviews Author Dann Darwin.Wendy Green loves her husband — and almost never hates him — even after their decades-long marriage. She and Charles had met on a wintry day at a North Dallas gym. Charles feels instant surges of chemistry. Wendy needs a bit more convincing. But their attraction grows and deepens, and within a year they marry. Little do they know what awaits them. Dann Darwin delivers an intimate exploration of a relatable couple as life takes them from Texas to North Dakota and to Nevada throughout their 40-year relationship. Far from typical pulp fiction romances, Darwin depicts imperfect, relatable characters who make mistakes — lots of them, in fact — while navigating the inherent uncertainty of modern-day relationships. Darwin worked in the newspaper industry in Michigan, Texas, Utah and Nevada for nearly 40 years, where he won numerous awards, before turning to fiction and longer narratives.
Kathryn interviews Author Marie Diamond.Manifestation techniques have exploded in popularity in recent years, yet many people don’t realize there is a missing key you can use to do a lot of the manifestation work for you — your home, says Marie Diamond, a six-time global bestselling author. With over 30 years of experience manifesting amazing results for her clients, she has created a life-changing energy system that works for everyone who uses it. This easy-to-follow method unlocks the missing key to manifestation so that you can create massive energy shifts in your life. Whether you’re looking to enhance your career, finances, relationships, or health, her simple and effective tools will show you how to finally live the life you’ve always dreamt about. Star of the reality show Feng Shui Your Life,she is an award-winning author and speaker whose honors include being inaugurated into the Los Angeles Tribune Speakers Hall of Fame and being inducted into the International Global Mentors.Kathryn also interviews Author Diane Parrish.The bubble in which Ruth and David live their tidy suburban lives is about to burst. A tragic automobile accident shatters their insular world and sends David into an emotional tailspin. An unexpected job opportunity takes Ruth to the West Coast, waylaying her desire to become a mother and making her increasingly unavailable for David’s needs. Thrown off balance and alone, David develops a fixation on Annabeth Brady, the daughter of the friends killed in the car crash that fateful night. As he and Ruth drift further apart, each must decide if they will remain true to their vows, or what it might mean to search for something better. Diane Parrish pulls back the facade of the carefully cultivated suburbs with luscious prose infused with flashes of humor and insight, as she quietly questions our notions of forgiveness and faith. At age 72, this is her first published novel.
Kathryn interviews Author Marie Diamond.Manifestation techniques have exploded in popularity in recent years, yet many people don’t realize there is a missing key you can use to do a lot of the manifestation work for you — your home, says Marie Diamond, a six-time global bestselling author. With over 30 years of experience manifesting amazing results for her clients, she has created a life-changing energy system that works for everyone who uses it. This easy-to-follow method unlocks the missing key to manifestation so that you can create massive energy shifts in your life. Whether you’re looking to enhance your career, finances, relationships, or health, her simple and effective tools will show you how to finally live the life you’ve always dreamt about. Star of the reality show Feng Shui Your Life,she is an award-winning author and speaker whose honors include being inaugurated into the Los Angeles Tribune Speakers Hall of Fame and being inducted into the International Global Mentors.Kathryn also interviews Author Diane Parrish.The bubble in which Ruth and David live their tidy suburban lives is about to burst. A tragic automobile accident shatters their insular world and sends David into an emotional tailspin. An unexpected job opportunity takes Ruth to the West Coast, waylaying her desire to become a mother and making her increasingly unavailable for David’s needs. Thrown off balance and alone, David develops a fixation on Annabeth Brady, the daughter of the friends killed in the car crash that fateful night. As he and Ruth drift further apart, each must decide if they will remain true to their vows, or what it might mean to search for something better. Diane Parrish pulls back the facade of the carefully cultivated suburbs with luscious prose infused with flashes of humor and insight, as she quietly questions our notions of forgiveness and faith. At age 72, this is her first published novel.
Kathryn interviews Michelle Causton MBA. As companies rapidly integrate generative AI technology to boost productivity and reduce costs; efforts to manage the risks of AI are lagging. According to Michelle Causton, an MBA and a seasoned ethics expert dedicated to guiding businesses on integrating AI technology ethically, there is a clear line between using AI to assist with work and using it to pass off AI-generated content as one's own. This distinction is critical as AI continues to develop, and its applications in business and beyond must be examined through an ethical lens. Her insights are relevant for business leaders, managers, educators, and anyone interested in the ethical use of AI technology. As a member of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers, Michelle continues to captivate and inspire audiences globally.Kathryn also interviews Author Ken Abraham.As we approach World Homeless Day on October 10th, we have an opportunity to elevate the conversation around homelessness in America. Bestselling author Ken Abraham, known for his gripping storytelling, is making a significant impact with his new novel, No Address, which sheds light on the harsh realities faced by the homeless community. He tells the poignant story of individuals navigating the struggles of life without a permanent home, blending fiction with real-life experiences to foster understanding and compassion. He aims to inspire readers to recognize the humanity behind homelessness and encourage community involvement and solutions. He is a NY Times best-selling author, known around the world for his collaborations with popular celebrities and fascinating, high-profile public figures such as Astronaut Buzz Aldrin, NFL football coach and team owner, Joe Gibbs as well as 9/11 widow Lisa Beamer.
Kathryn interviews Michelle Causton MBA. As companies rapidly integrate generative AI technology to boost productivity and reduce costs; efforts to manage the risks of AI are lagging. According to Michelle Causton, an MBA and a seasoned ethics expert dedicated to guiding businesses on integrating AI technology ethically, there is a clear line between using AI to assist with work and using it to pass off AI-generated content as one's own. This distinction is critical as AI continues to develop, and its applications in business and beyond must be examined through an ethical lens. Her insights are relevant for business leaders, managers, educators, and anyone interested in the ethical use of AI technology. As a member of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers, Michelle continues to captivate and inspire audiences globally.Kathryn also interviews Author Ken Abraham.As we approach World Homeless Day on October 10th, we have an opportunity to elevate the conversation around homelessness in America. Bestselling author Ken Abraham, known for his gripping storytelling, is making a significant impact with his new novel, No Address, which sheds light on the harsh realities faced by the homeless community. He tells the poignant story of individuals navigating the struggles of life without a permanent home, blending fiction with real-life experiences to foster understanding and compassion. He aims to inspire readers to recognize the humanity behind homelessness and encourage community involvement and solutions. He is a NY Times best-selling author, known around the world for his collaborations with popular celebrities and fascinating, high-profile public figures such as Astronaut Buzz Aldrin, NFL football coach and team owner, Joe Gibbs as well as 9/11 widow Lisa Beamer.
Kathryn interviews Author Ronald F. Levant PhD. Why are some men so problematic—unable to describe how they feel, neglecting their health, exploding in rage, and resorting to violence when their manhood is questioned? An internationally recognized psychologist and past president of the American Psychological Association, Dr. Ronald F. Levant has devoted most of his professional career to finding the answer. He now reveals how his work has been driven by his quest to understand men like his abusive father and his perplexing behavior. He shares his personal story—starting with a childhood marked by beatings and fear, followed by an adolescence defined by drinking and delinquent behavior, and a young adulthood marred by depression—to inspire and guide other trauma survivors, especially fathers and sons, as well as the women who love and suffer with them. He earned his doctorate in Clinical Psychology and Public Practice from Harvard University and has served on the faculties of Boston University, where he directed the nationally prominent Father Project.Kathryn also interviews Registered Dietician Karen E. Todd RD.With 'explosive growth' forecasted for the cognitive enhancing nootropic 'smart' food, beverage and supplement market expected to nearly triple to $8.2 Billion by 2032, brain health is clearly a 'top of mind' concern for throngs of wellness-seekers. Registered Dietician Karen E. Todd is here to discuss why nootropics are gaining in popularity as an easy, nutrition-driven way to support brain health and improve cognitive function at any age through one's diet. She has over 25 years of experience in exercise performance and nutritional product development and education. She holds Bachelor of Science degrees in both Scientific Nutrition and Food Science Technology from Texas A&M University and an MBA from Nova Southeastern University. Karen is the Vice President of Global Brand Marketing for Kyowa Hakko and sits on the executive board of the Council for Responsible Nutrition and chairs the Women in Nutraceuticals (WIN) initiative.
Kathryn interviews Author Ronald F. Levant PhD. Why are some men so problematic—unable to describe how they feel, neglecting their health, exploding in rage, and resorting to violence when their manhood is questioned? An internationally recognized psychologist and past president of the American Psychological Association, Dr. Ronald F. Levant has devoted most of his professional career to finding the answer. He now reveals how his work has been driven by his quest to understand men like his abusive father and his perplexing behavior. He shares his personal story—starting with a childhood marked by beatings and fear, followed by an adolescence defined by drinking and delinquent behavior, and a young adulthood marred by depression—to inspire and guide other trauma survivors, especially fathers and sons, as well as the women who love and suffer with them. He earned his doctorate in Clinical Psychology and Public Practice from Harvard University and has served on the faculties of Boston University, where he directed the nationally prominent Father Project.Kathryn also interviews Registered Dietician Karen E. Todd RD.With 'explosive growth' forecasted for the cognitive enhancing nootropic 'smart' food, beverage and supplement market expected to nearly triple to $8.2 Billion by 2032, brain health is clearly a 'top of mind' concern for throngs of wellness-seekers. Registered Dietician Karen E. Todd is here to discuss why nootropics are gaining in popularity as an easy, nutrition-driven way to support brain health and improve cognitive function at any age through one's diet. She has over 25 years of experience in exercise performance and nutritional product development and education. She holds Bachelor of Science degrees in both Scientific Nutrition and Food Science Technology from Texas A&M University and an MBA from Nova Southeastern University. Karen is the Vice President of Global Brand Marketing for Kyowa Hakko and sits on the executive board of the Council for Responsible Nutrition and chairs the Women in Nutraceuticals (WIN) initiative.
Kathryn interviews Author Anna Runkle.Are you constantly feeling like your past is holding you back, like no matter how many times you try, the effects of your childhood trauma are keeping you from fully living? With an online community of over a million subscribers that use her distinct experience-based methods to change their lives, Anna Runkle (aka the Crappy Childhood Fairy on YouTube) has a hopeful message that re-regulating is possible - even during an election year! She shows readers quick, intuitive ways to re-regulate your nervous system on the spot, as well as a method that she’s developed over the past 30 years to process the thoughts and feelings that get blocked by the impact of childhood trauma on the nervous system.Kathryn also interviews Author Irene Daria PhD.Today, Irene Daria is a cognitive developmental psychologist and reading tutor to the stars, including the children of Kate Winslet, Cate Blanchett, and Tom Brady and Bridget Moynahan. At the time of this memoir, she was a graduate student and “just” a mom thrilled that her son had been accepted to one of the most esteemed public schools in Manhattan. Sure that he was on the path to a venerable education, she did not listen when her 5-year-old told her that he—like millions of other children—was not being taught how to read in school. An entire, very painful school year passed before Eric got her to realize he was right. Follow along as Daria begins a perplexing but ultimately empowering journey to save his academic life. She has worked as a reporter at Women’s Wear Daily and an editor at Harper’s Bazaar and has written hundreds of articles for publications ranging from The NY Times and Money, to Parents, Mademoiselle and Glamour.
Kathryn interviews Author Anna Runkle.Are you constantly feeling like your past is holding you back, like no matter how many times you try, the effects of your childhood trauma are keeping you from fully living? With an online community of over a million subscribers that use her distinct experience-based methods to change their lives, Anna Runkle (aka the Crappy Childhood Fairy on YouTube) has a hopeful message that re-regulating is possible - even during an election year! She shows readers quick, intuitive ways to re-regulate your nervous system on the spot, as well as a method that she’s developed over the past 30 years to process the thoughts and feelings that get blocked by the impact of childhood trauma on the nervous system.Kathryn also interviews Author Irene Daria PhD.Today, Irene Daria is a cognitive developmental psychologist and reading tutor to the stars, including the children of Kate Winslet, Cate Blanchett, and Tom Brady and Bridget Moynahan. At the time of this memoir, she was a graduate student and “just” a mom thrilled that her son had been accepted to one of the most esteemed public schools in Manhattan. Sure that he was on the path to a venerable education, she did not listen when her 5-year-old told her that he—like millions of other children—was not being taught how to read in school. An entire, very painful school year passed before Eric got her to realize he was right. Follow along as Daria begins a perplexing but ultimately empowering journey to save his academic life. She has worked as a reporter at Women’s Wear Daily and an editor at Harper’s Bazaar and has written hundreds of articles for publications ranging from The NY Times and Money, to Parents, Mademoiselle and Glamour.
Kathryn interviews Author Dr. Katherine Reid.Katherine Reid, a biochemist, and Barbara Price, a seasoned science writer, delve into the hidden dangers of MSG, revealing how this additive, prevalent in processed foods, is linked to conditions such as obesity, diabetes, autism, addiction, depression, and cancer. Their research not only sheds light on how MSG is produced during food manufacturing but also provides practical dietary solutions to combat its harmful effects. Dr. Reid also teaches us how to understand food labels and identify hidden MSG as well as practical tips for reducing MSG in your diet. With a background in biotech cancer pharmaceuticals, she brings a wealth of scientific knowledge to her work on chronic inflammatory illnesses. Dr. Reid is the founder of Unblind My Mind, Inc., a non-profit dedicated to improving health through informed food choices.Kathryn also interviews Author Laurinel Owen.International cellist and journalist Laurinel Owen knew her husband, Klaus, for 27 years — or so she thought. After nursing him through a lengthy illness and eventually mourning his passing, She discovered that Klaus had taken a devastating secret to his grave: she wasn’t his only wife. But that wasn’t all. Klaus had bilked her out of thousands of dollars and was the son of a Nazi murderer who had fled the United States amid FBI accusations of being the head of the American Gestapo. With honesty and vulnerability, Owen invites readers into her multi-faceted tale of deceit, self-deception and the high price she paid for living in denial. Her husband’s transgressions spawned a three-continent lawsuit that she had to navigate while bearing the weight of the shame she carried over her part in the real-life drama. She has published over 130 articles in Strings Magazine and the British magazines The Strad and Muso on topics related to cello technique, soloist, luthier and music school profiles, concert, festival, and record reviews.
Kathryn interviews Author Dr. Katherine Reid.Katherine Reid, a biochemist, and Barbara Price, a seasoned science writer, delve into the hidden dangers of MSG, revealing how this additive, prevalent in processed foods, is linked to conditions such as obesity, diabetes, autism, addiction, depression, and cancer. Their research not only sheds light on how MSG is produced during food manufacturing but also provides practical dietary solutions to combat its harmful effects. Dr. Reid also teaches us how to understand food labels and identify hidden MSG as well as practical tips for reducing MSG in your diet. With a background in biotech cancer pharmaceuticals, she brings a wealth of scientific knowledge to her work on chronic inflammatory illnesses. Dr. Reid is the founder of Unblind My Mind, Inc., a non-profit dedicated to improving health through informed food choices.Kathryn also interviews Author Laurinel Owen.International cellist and journalist Laurinel Owen knew her husband, Klaus, for 27 years — or so she thought. After nursing him through a lengthy illness and eventually mourning his passing, She discovered that Klaus had taken a devastating secret to his grave: she wasn’t his only wife. But that wasn’t all. Klaus had bilked her out of thousands of dollars and was the son of a Nazi murderer who had fled the United States amid FBI accusations of being the head of the American Gestapo. With honesty and vulnerability, Owen invites readers into her multi-faceted tale of deceit, self-deception and the high price she paid for living in denial. Her husband’s transgressions spawned a three-continent lawsuit that she had to navigate while bearing the weight of the shame she carried over her part in the real-life drama. She has published over 130 articles in Strings Magazine and the British magazines The Strad and Muso on topics related to cello technique, soloist, luthier and music school profiles, concert, festival, and record reviews.
Kathryn interviews Author Susan Hensley. When you were a child, there may have been no better feeling than picking up a crayon and letting your imagination run free. The joy, simplicity, and freedom of just creating was easy and honest. As you became an adult, life became complicated and overwhelming. Author and transformation coach, Susan Hensley, introduces us to art journaling, a helpful tool for navigating life transitions, cultivating mindfulness, processing emotions, building resilience, and uncovering inner wisdom. She shows how putting colors, shapes, and images on paper can be a profound path to self-discovery, emotional healing, and unleashing joy! She holds a BS in communication/social science from the University of California, Berkeley, and an MS in journalism from Northwestern University.Kathryn also interviews Dr. Andrew Elliston.Schools in two states experiencing a rise in Covid cases announced they were closing facilities and switching to remote learning. Alabama and Tennessee announced the closure of two schools — affecting more than a thousand children — just days into the new academic year, with officials saying the virus had forced them to shut down and carry out a 'deep clean.' At one of the schools, children had to abandon their desks and revert to remote learning for two days — a move reminiscent of the early days of Covid. Sharing his insight is Dr. Andrew Elliston, a board certified pediatrician based in New York City. He received his Doctorate of Medicine at Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his Pediatric Residency at Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital. He has been chosen for inclusion on the “Super Doctors and Rising Stars of New York City Pediatricians” list by The NY Times in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Kathryn interviews Author Susan Hensley. When you were a child, there may have been no better feeling than picking up a crayon and letting your imagination run free. The joy, simplicity, and freedom of just creating was easy and honest. As you became an adult, life became complicated and overwhelming. Author and transformation coach, Susan Hensley, introduces us to art journaling, a helpful tool for navigating life transitions, cultivating mindfulness, processing emotions, building resilience, and uncovering inner wisdom. She shows how putting colors, shapes, and images on paper can be a profound path to self-discovery, emotional healing, and unleashing joy! She holds a BS in communication/social science from the University of California, Berkeley, and an MS in journalism from Northwestern University.Kathryn also interviews Dr. Andrew Elliston.Schools in two states experiencing a rise in Covid cases announced they were closing facilities and switching to remote learning. Alabama and Tennessee announced the closure of two schools — affecting more than a thousand children — just days into the new academic year, with officials saying the virus had forced them to shut down and carry out a 'deep clean.' At one of the schools, children had to abandon their desks and revert to remote learning for two days — a move reminiscent of the early days of Covid. Sharing his insight is Dr. Andrew Elliston, a board certified pediatrician based in New York City. He received his Doctorate of Medicine at Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his Pediatric Residency at Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital. He has been chosen for inclusion on the “Super Doctors and Rising Stars of New York City Pediatricians” list by The NY Times in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Kathryn interviews Author Tovah Klein PhD.Whether it’s national or global events affecting our sense of safety or stressors in our day-to-day lives, we are constantly confronted with situations that threaten the wellbeing of our children. Thankfully, there is good news that has not yet been reflected in the headlines: we can mitigate the effect of such rampant uncertainty by guiding our children to manage adversity and become more resilient. The key is parental involvement. Tovah Klein PhD offers hope and insight on how we can nurture healthier relationships with our children throughout the various ages and stages of childhood. She is a former developmental advisor to Sesame Street. She has spoken on children’s needs, including COVID and responses to tragic news, on Good Morning America, CNN, MSNBC, Today, and NPR.Kathryn also interviews Author Ziba Graham Jr.If you've ever experienced significant marital problems, you may have gone to a therapist to get to the root of your conflict and deal with it in a healthy way. But counseling isn't always as helpful as you might imagine. Venting every week about how your spouse has wronged you can supercharge your anger and encourage you to see yourself as a victim. Couples therapist Ziba Graham Jr. shares the strategies that have dramatically improved his clients' lives, giving you the tools you need to create genuine, lasting change. He teaches couples how to recognize what is not working, how to focus on the future instead of negative past experiences and offers tips on how to effectively communicate. He has an MBA from Indiana University, a master’s in social work from the University of Louisville, and an associate degree and substance abuse certificate from Vincennes University.
Kathryn interviews Author Tovah Klein PhD.Whether it’s national or global events affecting our sense of safety or stressors in our day-to-day lives, we are constantly confronted with situations that threaten the wellbeing of our children. Thankfully, there is good news that has not yet been reflected in the headlines: we can mitigate the effect of such rampant uncertainty by guiding our children to manage adversity and become more resilient. The key is parental involvement. Tovah Klein PhD offers hope and insight on how we can nurture healthier relationships with our children throughout the various ages and stages of childhood. She is a former developmental advisor to Sesame Street. She has spoken on children’s needs, including COVID and responses to tragic news, on Good Morning America, CNN, MSNBC, Today, and NPR.Kathryn also interviews Author Ziba Graham Jr.If you've ever experienced significant marital problems, you may have gone to a therapist to get to the root of your conflict and deal with it in a healthy way. But counseling isn't always as helpful as you might imagine. Venting every week about how your spouse has wronged you can supercharge your anger and encourage you to see yourself as a victim. Couples therapist Ziba Graham Jr. shares the strategies that have dramatically improved his clients' lives, giving you the tools you need to create genuine, lasting change. He teaches couples how to recognize what is not working, how to focus on the future instead of negative past experiences and offers tips on how to effectively communicate. He has an MBA from Indiana University, a master’s in social work from the University of Louisville, and an associate degree and substance abuse certificate from Vincennes University.
Kathryn interviews Author Karen Olson.In 1981, marketing executive Karen Olson hurried to a business meeting in New York City. An elderly, homeless woman outside Grand Central Station caught her eye. Impulsively, Karen darted across the street and bought the woman a sandwich and an orange juice. She listened to the woman’s story and learned her name: Millie. This small act of kindness changed the trajectory of her life. With her leadership, determination, and ability to bring people together, she launched a grassroots, local outreach to the homeless, primarily families, that today has turned into a national movement known as Family Promise. Karen now shares her journey, the stories of volunteers and lives changed, and why we must choose to make a difference. For her work, she received the prestigious Annual Points of Light Award from President George H.W. Bush.Kathryn also interviews Author Ella Davar RD.From a young immigrant in New York City to a top expert in wellness, Ella Davar’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. Facing immense challenges, she overcame language barriers, financial struggles, and health crises to become a TEDx speaker, media nutritionist, and a trusted voice in longevity and holistic health. She has helped over 2000 clients achieve their health and weight loss goals. Specializing in gut health, she can explain the gut-brain connection that can be affecting not only your weight loss but also contributing to your overall health and well-being. After years of scientific studies at NYU and dedicated work in low-income communities, Ella is now a sought-after expert in longevity and gut health. She currently sees private clients at the #1 Wellness Resort in Miami, The Carillon Hotel.
Kathryn interviews Author Karen Olson.In 1981, marketing executive Karen Olson hurried to a business meeting in New York City. An elderly, homeless woman outside Grand Central Station caught her eye. Impulsively, Karen darted across the street and bought the woman a sandwich and an orange juice. She listened to the woman’s story and learned her name: Millie. This small act of kindness changed the trajectory of her life. With her leadership, determination, and ability to bring people together, she launched a grassroots, local outreach to the homeless, primarily families, that today has turned into a national movement known as Family Promise. Karen now shares her journey, the stories of volunteers and lives changed, and why we must choose to make a difference. For her work, she received the prestigious Annual Points of Light Award from President George H.W. Bush.Kathryn also interviews Author Ella Davar RD.From a young immigrant in New York City to a top expert in wellness, Ella Davar’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. Facing immense challenges, she overcame language barriers, financial struggles, and health crises to become a TEDx speaker, media nutritionist, and a trusted voice in longevity and holistic health. She has helped over 2000 clients achieve their health and weight loss goals. Specializing in gut health, she can explain the gut-brain connection that can be affecting not only your weight loss but also contributing to your overall health and well-being. After years of scientific studies at NYU and dedicated work in low-income communities, Ella is now a sought-after expert in longevity and gut health. She currently sees private clients at the #1 Wellness Resort in Miami, The Carillon Hotel.
Kathryn interviews Author Adi Jaffe PhD. Having faced a potential decades-long prison sentence due to his own addiction as a young man before turning his life around, Dr. Adi Jaffe has crafted a successful treatment protocol that has helped thousands overcome harmful habits. His approach focuses on identifying the hooks—deep-rooted triggers behind compulsive behaviors—and replacing them with constructive habits for lasting recovery. As featured on CNN, GMA, TedX, Huffington Post, The Doctors, Dr. Drew, Jaffe is here to destigmatize addiction, debunk myths, address trauma, depression, and lack of purpose, and use bad habit change knowledge/tools to help you unhook for an addiction-free life. Dr. Jaffe now writes a blog on Psychology Today, and several other online and print sources. Kathryn also interviews Attorney Evan Schein. Do you share a bed with your partner? Increasingly, Americans are saying no. A new survey of more than 2,000 adults, conducted by the leading body of sleep research in the U.S., the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, has found that 29 percent of Americans—or nearly one in three—choose to sleep in a separate bed to their partner, a concept many have described as a sleep divorce. New York City based Divorce Attorney Evan D. Schein is here to discuss the many divorce options for couples. He is a partner with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein. He leads the firm’s litigation practice, leading a team of 28 highly regarded matrimonial attorneys. He is also the host of the Schein On podcast, where he holds in-depth interviews with judges, psychotherapists, authors, athletes, filmmakers, and divorce professionals, on topics like the psychology of divorce.
Kathryn interviews Author Adi Jaffe PhD. Having faced a potential decades-long prison sentence due to his own addiction as a young man before turning his life around, Dr. Adi Jaffe has crafted a successful treatment protocol that has helped thousands overcome harmful habits. His approach focuses on identifying the hooks—deep-rooted triggers behind compulsive behaviors—and replacing them with constructive habits for lasting recovery. As featured on CNN, GMA, TedX, Huffington Post, The Doctors, Dr. Drew, Jaffe is here to destigmatize addiction, debunk myths, address trauma, depression, and lack of purpose, and use bad habit change knowledge/tools to help you unhook for an addiction-free life. Dr. Jaffe now writes a blog on Psychology Today, and several other online and print sources. Kathryn also interviews Attorney Evan Schein. Do you share a bed with your partner? Increasingly, Americans are saying no. A new survey of more than 2,000 adults, conducted by the leading body of sleep research in the U.S., the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, has found that 29 percent of Americans—or nearly one in three—choose to sleep in a separate bed to their partner, a concept many have described as a sleep divorce. New York City based Divorce Attorney Evan D. Schein is here to discuss the many divorce options for couples. He is a partner with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein. He leads the firm’s litigation practice, leading a team of 28 highly regarded matrimonial attorneys. He is also the host of the Schein On podcast, where he holds in-depth interviews with judges, psychotherapists, authors, athletes, filmmakers, and divorce professionals, on topics like the psychology of divorce.
Kathryn interviews Author Michael Grossman MD.All couples long for an intense, passionate love that lasts, and all couples will encounter conflict—the challenge is knowing how to navigate this journey while growing a deep, enduring partnership. Having been married for over 50 years, Michael Grossman MD and his wife Barbara Grossman PhD are now sharing the science of “falling in love forever”. They admit they ran into headwinds as a young couple and faced painful and destructive conflicts but they had two children, which motivated them to find a solution. The doctors share their wisdom to clarify and enlighten readers with strategies that balance both security and mystery in romance. Michael Grossman MD has been a board-certified family physician and has been a fellow of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine since 2009.Kathryn also interviews Author Brian Belefant.When he was a young student in Italy, Alex flirted with becoming an artist. After returning to the USA, he built a career as a commercial photographer, shooting houses, cars, breakfast cereals, and other objects for sale. He found a business partner, Tony, who got him funding for a studio. As Alex reflects, his work wasn’t glamorous—he never got to shoot gorgeous swimsuit models or go on location to Paris. Yet he remembered the lessons his mentor, Janusz, had imparted about lighting and observation, which made his work not only better but also satisfying. After ten years, Tony sold the studio and handed him a big fat check. So, now he is a millionaire with a condo and a beautiful live-in girlfriend, Grace, who always seems to have a headache. He is frustrated and uninspired—until he stumbles across the existence of an artificial floating marvel (or atrocity) called the Pacific Garbage Patch. Why not charter a yacht to go out and explore it? Brian Belefant started his career as an advertising copywriter, writing hundreds of commercials for major brands, from Nissan to Pepsi. He is an award-winning fine art photographer.
Kathryn interviews Author Michael Grossman MD.All couples long for an intense, passionate love that lasts, and all couples will encounter conflict—the challenge is knowing how to navigate this journey while growing a deep, enduring partnership. Having been married for over 50 years, Michael Grossman MD and his wife Barbara Grossman PhD are now sharing the science of “falling in love forever”. They admit they ran into headwinds as a young couple and faced painful and destructive conflicts but they had two children, which motivated them to find a solution. The doctors share their wisdom to clarify and enlighten readers with strategies that balance both security and mystery in romance. Michael Grossman MD has been a board-certified family physician and has been a fellow of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine since 2009.Kathryn also interviews Author Brian Belefant.When he was a young student in Italy, Alex flirted with becoming an artist. After returning to the USA, he built a career as a commercial photographer, shooting houses, cars, breakfast cereals, and other objects for sale. He found a business partner, Tony, who got him funding for a studio. As Alex reflects, his work wasn’t glamorous—he never got to shoot gorgeous swimsuit models or go on location to Paris. Yet he remembered the lessons his mentor, Janusz, had imparted about lighting and observation, which made his work not only better but also satisfying. After ten years, Tony sold the studio and handed him a big fat check. So, now he is a millionaire with a condo and a beautiful live-in girlfriend, Grace, who always seems to have a headache. He is frustrated and uninspired—until he stumbles across the existence of an artificial floating marvel (or atrocity) called the Pacific Garbage Patch. Why not charter a yacht to go out and explore it? Brian Belefant started his career as an advertising copywriter, writing hundreds of commercials for major brands, from Nissan to Pepsi. He is an award-winning fine art photographer.
Kathryn interviews Author Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum.With the deluge of new information about trauma, the nervous system, and secure attachment, many of us are deeply engaged in mental health awareness. We are reevaluating ourselves and our histories and exploring how our experiences have contributed to our issues with anxiety, depression and addiction. Many of us discover that our trauma is developmental trauma that comes from the way we were cared for as babies, from conception to age three. Our culture has praised and encouraged “low nurture parenting for generations.This includes sleep training, dismissing emotions, lack of physical closeness and overuse of swaddles, swings, walkers, saucers and more.. Greer Kirshenbaum PhD has combined her academic training with her experience as a doula and mother to lead The Nurture Revolution: a movement to nurture our babies’ brains to revolutionize mental health. She wants families, professionals, and workplaces to understand how early caregiving experience can boost mental wellness and diminish depression, anxiety and addiction in adulthood. Dr. Kirshenbaum trained at Columbia University, New York University and Yale University.Kathryn also interviews Author Joel Warsh MD, MsC.Parents these days are bombarded with so much information often fueling anxiety and confusion. Their desire for evidence-based Western medicine with the pursuit of a holistic approach can leave parents feeling caught in the middle. Dr. Joel Warsh - aka: Dr. Gator - harmoniously bridges the gap between the “right way” and the way that is right for your unique, individual child—of course, within the confines of reasonable and safe. He brings to light the process of creating emotionally nurturing spaces, supporting mental health, mindful stress management, balanced nutrition, limiting toxins, and ensuring access to healthcare. Using the wealth of resources available to modern caregivers, he empowers them to trust their instincts, while making informed and confident choices affecting the health of their newborns and toddlers. He is an award-winning integrative and holistic pediatrician in Los Angeles and has published research in peer-reviewed medical journals including the American Journal of Pediatrics and the British Medical Journal.
Kathryn interviews Author Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum.With the deluge of new information about trauma, the nervous system, and secure attachment, many of us are deeply engaged in mental health awareness. We are reevaluating ourselves and our histories and exploring how our experiences have contributed to our issues with anxiety, depression and addiction. Many of us discover that our trauma is developmental trauma that comes from the way we were cared for as babies, from conception to age three. Our culture has praised and encouraged “low nurture parenting for generations.This includes sleep training, dismissing emotions, lack of physical closeness and overuse of swaddles, swings, walkers, saucers and more.. Greer Kirshenbaum PhD has combined her academic training with her experience as a doula and mother to lead The Nurture Revolution: a movement to nurture our babies’ brains to revolutionize mental health. She wants families, professionals, and workplaces to understand how early caregiving experience can boost mental wellness and diminish depression, anxiety and addiction in adulthood. Dr. Kirshenbaum trained at Columbia University, New York University and Yale University.Kathryn also interviews Author Joel Warsh MD, MsC.Parents these days are bombarded with so much information often fueling anxiety and confusion. Their desire for evidence-based Western medicine with the pursuit of a holistic approach can leave parents feeling caught in the middle. Dr. Joel Warsh - aka: Dr. Gator - harmoniously bridges the gap between the “right way” and the way that is right for your unique, individual child—of course, within the confines of reasonable and safe. He brings to light the process of creating emotionally nurturing spaces, supporting mental health, mindful stress management, balanced nutrition, limiting toxins, and ensuring access to healthcare. Using the wealth of resources available to modern caregivers, he empowers them to trust their instincts, while making informed and confident choices affecting the health of their newborns and toddlers. He is an award-winning integrative and holistic pediatrician in Los Angeles and has published research in peer-reviewed medical journals including the American Journal of Pediatrics and the British Medical Journal.
Kathryn interviews Author Mary Chung Hayashi.Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg once said, Women belong in all places where decisions are being made. Her words reflect a reality that has plagued the United States for centuries. Mary Chung Hayashi says there is still much work to be done to achieve gender-political parity. Blending her personal journey as an Asian American immigrant and former California State Assembly member with the inspirational true stories of 17 trailblazing women in political leadership, Hayashi sheds light on the ongoing struggles for gender equality in politics and serves as a call to action: women must actively participate in shaping the country’s democracy. She has spearheaded substantial reforms in mental health services, championed gender equality, and forged powerful, unprecedented partnerships for social causes. Hayashi has been recognized by the American Red Cross as ‘Legislator of the Year.’Kathryn also interviews Author Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino. Most people don’t realize they are already wildly successful, says master life coach and bestselling author Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino. She shares 10 factors of success and strategies to help readers redefine success and manifest it in their own lives. “Your breakthrough to your best success happens when reality intersects with infinite possibilities.” It’s time to redefine success for yourself and to pursue the life you want by giving thought and attention to various areas of your life, such as health or relationships, which suffer when attention is paid in a focused manner to other areas in the pursuit of ‘success.’ Her work has been featured in Good Housekeeping, U.S. News and World Report, Forbes and more.
Kathryn interviews Author Mary Chung Hayashi.Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg once said, Women belong in all places where decisions are being made. Her words reflect a reality that has plagued the United States for centuries. Mary Chung Hayashi says there is still much work to be done to achieve gender-political parity. Blending her personal journey as an Asian American immigrant and former California State Assembly member with the inspirational true stories of 17 trailblazing women in political leadership, Hayashi sheds light on the ongoing struggles for gender equality in politics and serves as a call to action: women must actively participate in shaping the country’s democracy. She has spearheaded substantial reforms in mental health services, championed gender equality, and forged powerful, unprecedented partnerships for social causes. Hayashi has been recognized by the American Red Cross as ‘Legislator of the Year.’Kathryn also interviews Author Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino. Most people don’t realize they are already wildly successful, says master life coach and bestselling author Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino. She shares 10 factors of success and strategies to help readers redefine success and manifest it in their own lives. “Your breakthrough to your best success happens when reality intersects with infinite possibilities.” It’s time to redefine success for yourself and to pursue the life you want by giving thought and attention to various areas of your life, such as health or relationships, which suffer when attention is paid in a focused manner to other areas in the pursuit of ‘success.’ Her work has been featured in Good Housekeeping, U.S. News and World Report, Forbes and more.
Kathryn interviews Author Adam Elnekaveh.As an athlete, Adam Elnekaveh had long used his mental game to improve his physical performance. The former bodybuilder was on the verge of launching his first fitness app when a motorcycle accident left him with a severe traumatic brain injury. Without the use of his physical strength, his mental toughness would be put to the ultimate test. Would it be enough? Through the raw honesty of his reflections, he invites readers to bear witness to his struggles to regain speech, mobility and a sense of normalcy while navigating the complexities of personal relationships. This tale of resilience and hope showcases one man’s remarkable transformation from the depths of despair to surpassing all expectations. Adam continues to defy the predictions made by his doctors, and today, he is an author and motivational speaker who delivers his raw, unbiased account of his recovery with a wit and warmth that truly inspires and energizes.Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. Charlotte Markey. Research shows that the current generation coming of age amid Facetuned photos, misleading online nutritional advice, and a devastating global pandemic—struggles deeply with developing a positive relationship with their bodies. Dr. Charlotte Markey has created the ultimate guide to taking on adulthood with body confidence. In a world where body satisfaction plummets during adolescence, and a global pandemic and social media frenzy have created extra pressure, she offers a survival kit for young adults through sharing evidence-based guidance and relatable personal stories on everything from social media and sex to self-care and nutrition. Dr. Markey is a professor of psychology and chair of the Health Sciences Department at Rutgers University. She writes for U.S. News and World Report, Psychology Today, and a variety of other publications. She has been featured in and interviewed by publications including The NY Times, The Economist, The Today Show, ABC News, Time Magazine, The Washington Post, ScienceDaily, and NBC News.
Kathryn interviews Author Adam Elnekaveh.As an athlete, Adam Elnekaveh had long used his mental game to improve his physical performance. The former bodybuilder was on the verge of launching his first fitness app when a motorcycle accident left him with a severe traumatic brain injury. Without the use of his physical strength, his mental toughness would be put to the ultimate test. Would it be enough? Through the raw honesty of his reflections, he invites readers to bear witness to his struggles to regain speech, mobility and a sense of normalcy while navigating the complexities of personal relationships. This tale of resilience and hope showcases one man’s remarkable transformation from the depths of despair to surpassing all expectations. Adam continues to defy the predictions made by his doctors, and today, he is an author and motivational speaker who delivers his raw, unbiased account of his recovery with a wit and warmth that truly inspires and energizes.Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. Charlotte Markey. Research shows that the current generation coming of age amid Facetuned photos, misleading online nutritional advice, and a devastating global pandemic—struggles deeply with developing a positive relationship with their bodies. Dr. Charlotte Markey has created the ultimate guide to taking on adulthood with body confidence. In a world where body satisfaction plummets during adolescence, and a global pandemic and social media frenzy have created extra pressure, she offers a survival kit for young adults through sharing evidence-based guidance and relatable personal stories on everything from social media and sex to self-care and nutrition. Dr. Markey is a professor of psychology and chair of the Health Sciences Department at Rutgers University. She writes for U.S. News and World Report, Psychology Today, and a variety of other publications. She has been featured in and interviewed by publications including The NY Times, The Economist, The Today Show, ABC News, Time Magazine, The Washington Post, ScienceDaily, and NBC News.
Kathryn interviews Author Jodi O’Donnell-Ames.Jodi O'Donnell-Ames lost her 36-year-old husband, Kevin O’Donnell, to ALS in 2001. She now takes readers inside her own deeply emotional journey through caregiving, loss, grief and those hardest, ubiquitous lessons of adult life. She has devoted herself to giving back to others touched by a life-limiting diagnosis or other challenging transitions in life. She is the founder of Hope Loves Company, the only nonprofit dedicated to supporting the children and grandchildren of people living with ALS. She is also a motivational TEDX speaker, life coach and host of the podcast, Gratitude to Latitude: Stories of Hope and Resilience, through which she celebrates the people and the stories that have fueled her purpose and passion for personal growth and healing.Kathryn also interviews Author R. Barbara Gitenstein.Being a female administrator was relatively rare when R. Barbara Gitenstein rose to the highest level of academia in 1999, becoming the first woman and first Jewish president of The College of New Jersey, a position she held until 2018. Now a consultant for institutions of higher education, she draws upon valuable lessons she learned across more than four decades in academia — plus personal and historical obstacles she overcame — to help today’s college administrators find solutions to modern-day challenges. Gitenstein chronicles her path to the presidency and acknowledges the impact that people, places and perceptions had on her personal and professional identities. She is the author of some 30 academic articles on Jewish-American Literature and academic administration as well as the monograph Apocalyptic Messianism and Jewish-American Poetry.
Kathryn interviews Author Jodi O’Donnell-Ames.Jodi O'Donnell-Ames lost her 36-year-old husband, Kevin O’Donnell, to ALS in 2001. She now takes readers inside her own deeply emotional journey through caregiving, loss, grief and those hardest, ubiquitous lessons of adult life. She has devoted herself to giving back to others touched by a life-limiting diagnosis or other challenging transitions in life. She is the founder of Hope Loves Company, the only nonprofit dedicated to supporting the children and grandchildren of people living with ALS. She is also a motivational TEDX speaker, life coach and host of the podcast, Gratitude to Latitude: Stories of Hope and Resilience, through which she celebrates the people and the stories that have fueled her purpose and passion for personal growth and healing.Kathryn also interviews Author R. Barbara Gitenstein.Being a female administrator was relatively rare when R. Barbara Gitenstein rose to the highest level of academia in 1999, becoming the first woman and first Jewish president of The College of New Jersey, a position she held until 2018. Now a consultant for institutions of higher education, she draws upon valuable lessons she learned across more than four decades in academia — plus personal and historical obstacles she overcame — to help today’s college administrators find solutions to modern-day challenges. Gitenstein chronicles her path to the presidency and acknowledges the impact that people, places and perceptions had on her personal and professional identities. She is the author of some 30 academic articles on Jewish-American Literature and academic administration as well as the monograph Apocalyptic Messianism and Jewish-American Poetry.
Kathryn interviews Author Jodi O’Donnell-Ames.Jodi O'Donnell-Ames lost her 36-year-old husband, Kevin O’Donnell, to ALS in 2001. She now takes readers inside her own deeply emotional journey through caregiving, loss, grief and those hardest, ubiquitous lessons of adult life. She has devoted herself to giving back to others touched by a life-limiting diagnosis or other challenging transitions in life. She is the founder of Hope Loves Company, the only nonprofit dedicated to supporting the children and grandchildren of people living with ALS. She is also a motivational TEDX speaker, life coach and host of the podcast, Gratitude to Latitude: Stories of Hope and Resilience, through which she celebrates the people and the stories that have fueled her purpose and passion for personal growth and healing.Kathryn also interviews Author R. Barbara Gitenstein.Being a female administrator was relatively rare when R. Barbara Gitenstein rose to the highest level of academia in 1999, becoming the first woman and first Jewish president of The College of New Jersey, a position she held until 2018. Now a consultant for institutions of higher education, she draws upon valuable lessons she learned across more than four decades in academia — plus personal and historical obstacles she overcame — to help today’s college administrators find solutions to modern-day challenges. Gitenstein chronicles her path to the presidency and acknowledges the impact that people, places and perceptions had on her personal and professional identities. She is the author of some 30 academic articles on Jewish-American Literature and academic administration as well as the monograph Apocalyptic Messianism and Jewish-American Poetry.
Kathryn interviews Author, Attorney Andrew Bridge.Andrew Bridge’s bestselling memoir, Hope’s Boy, tells the story of his survival after being taken from his mentally ill mother and left to foster care. He was first confined at one of our country’s most notorious children’s institutions, MacLaren Hall. Now, he chronicles his role in the longest-running, most bitterly fought mental health lawsuit in American history. After graduating from Harvard Law School, Bridge joined the small team of civil rights lawyers representing the children of the Eufaula Adolescent Center, a violent and secretive institution in the rural South, against the State of Alabama. His work has been featured in The NY Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Showtime, The Observer, The CBS Early Show, NBC Nightly News, Time Magazine, PBS, Psychology Today, NPR, and Observer Magazine.Kathryn also interviews Author Paul Weigel.Throughout his isolated childhood, with distant and detached parents, losing his college sweetheart in a horrible tragedy, and enduring the unexpected death of his father, Paul Weigel spent his life in despair. However, everything changed when his daughter was born. From day one, he and his daughter shared an incredible bond. She was a constant source of peace and inspiration to him, and he was determined to give her the love and security he’d never had. His life and the family that he’d dreamed about seemed to be finally getting on track—that is, until a devastating cancer diagnosis. Choosing hope and determined to show his daughter true strength and power he decided to face the ups and downs of his illness and treatment with courage. He trained for and completed in an Ironman triathlon within six months of finishing chemotherapy, and he continued to be a dedicated father, especially through a divorce that happened shortly after. He is now a six-time Ironman triathlete and a college professor.
Kathryn interviews Author, Attorney Andrew Bridge.Andrew Bridge’s bestselling memoir, Hope’s Boy, tells the story of his survival after being taken from his mentally ill mother and left to foster care. He was first confined at one of our country’s most notorious children’s institutions, MacLaren Hall. Now, he chronicles his role in the longest-running, most bitterly fought mental health lawsuit in American history. After graduating from Harvard Law School, Bridge joined the small team of civil rights lawyers representing the children of the Eufaula Adolescent Center, a violent and secretive institution in the rural South, against the State of Alabama. His work has been featured in The NY Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Showtime, The Observer, The CBS Early Show, NBC Nightly News, Time Magazine, PBS, Psychology Today, NPR, and Observer Magazine.Kathryn also interviews Author Paul Weigel.Throughout his isolated childhood, with distant and detached parents, losing his college sweetheart in a horrible tragedy, and enduring the unexpected death of his father, Paul Weigel spent his life in despair. However, everything changed when his daughter was born. From day one, he and his daughter shared an incredible bond. She was a constant source of peace and inspiration to him, and he was determined to give her the love and security he’d never had. His life and the family that he’d dreamed about seemed to be finally getting on track—that is, until a devastating cancer diagnosis. Choosing hope and determined to show his daughter true strength and power he decided to face the ups and downs of his illness and treatment with courage. He trained for and completed in an Ironman triathlon within six months of finishing chemotherapy, and he continued to be a dedicated father, especially through a divorce that happened shortly after. He is now a six-time Ironman triathlete and a college professor.
Kathryn interviews Author Christopher Rice.Get ready to be swept away on a journey of passion and redemption along the Southern California coast as author Christopher Rice (writing under the pen name C. Travis Rice and son of Anne Rice – YES, that Anne Rice!), delivers the fourth book in his Sapphire Cove series. Donnie Bascombe has made a lot of people’s fantasies come true in his life, first in the bedroom, then on the set of his adult entertainment studio. But his best friend has just presented him with his tallest order yet—help plan the wedding of his dreams. Desire has always been Donnie’s forte. But lavish nuptials at one of Southern California’s premier oceanfront resorts? For that job, he’ll need a partner. And a mentor. Rice is the recipient of the Lambda Literary Award. He is also the Amazon Charts and NY Times bestselling author of: A Density of Souls; Bone Music, Blood Echo, and Blood Victory in the Burning Girl series.Kathryn also interviews Author Greg Kaplan.High schoolers planning for futures in college will schedule college-prep courses, cram for exams, and spend hours taking the ACT or SAT multiple times — all to get admitted into the university of their choice. College admissions strategist Greg Kaplan says, “College admissions in the United States have evolved into a rat race,” and there’s a different conversation he wishes parents and students would have before embarking on the ever-more competitive college admissions process. He goes beyond the well-chronicled college admissions madness and cuts to the core of parental angst, delivering a definitive guide that shares what parents can do now to help their children make the most of the opportunities they will encounter in the future. Headquartered in Newport Beach, his firm, The Kaplan Educational Group, helps hundreds of high school seniors and over 1,000 underclassmen reach their educational and career potential each year.
Kathryn interviews Author Christopher Rice.Get ready to be swept away on a journey of passion and redemption along the Southern California coast as author Christopher Rice (writing under the pen name C. Travis Rice and son of Anne Rice – YES, that Anne Rice!), delivers the fourth book in his Sapphire Cove series. Donnie Bascombe has made a lot of people’s fantasies come true in his life, first in the bedroom, then on the set of his adult entertainment studio. But his best friend has just presented him with his tallest order yet—help plan the wedding of his dreams. Desire has always been Donnie’s forte. But lavish nuptials at one of Southern California’s premier oceanfront resorts? For that job, he’ll need a partner. And a mentor. Rice is the recipient of the Lambda Literary Award. He is also the Amazon Charts and NY Times bestselling author of: A Density of Souls; Bone Music, Blood Echo, and Blood Victory in the Burning Girl series.Kathryn also interviews Author Greg Kaplan.High schoolers planning for futures in college will schedule college-prep courses, cram for exams, and spend hours taking the ACT or SAT multiple times — all to get admitted into the university of their choice. College admissions strategist Greg Kaplan says, “College admissions in the United States have evolved into a rat race,” and there’s a different conversation he wishes parents and students would have before embarking on the ever-more competitive college admissions process. He goes beyond the well-chronicled college admissions madness and cuts to the core of parental angst, delivering a definitive guide that shares what parents can do now to help their children make the most of the opportunities they will encounter in the future. Headquartered in Newport Beach, his firm, The Kaplan Educational Group, helps hundreds of high school seniors and over 1,000 underclassmen reach their educational and career potential each year.
metaphor, especially if it's a metaphor of building a house, from the foundation to the framing to the rooms inside. That's how Jeanne Collins was able to leave hardship and pain behind and build her own house on a hill. She explains how laying a strong foundation by doing the work to address the pain of the past, building pillars to support yourself and putting up the right kind of walls can result in the reconstruction of your emotional wellness and connection in your life. She is an award-winning interior designer who left the corporate world behind to find her true self through design and internal reflection. She was the winner of the 2022 Luxe Magazine Red Award and was recently nominated as an HGTV Designer of the Year.Kathryn also interviews Producer, Director Robert Craig.As of January 2023, homelessness in Phoenix has increased 72% since 2017. The problem is widespread and seems to have no solution in sight. Robert Craig, founder of Robert Craig Films will soon release No Address, a scripted feature film that sheds light on the human side of homelessness with beautiful and compelling storytelling. The movie is just one part of a five-pronged approach called The Big 5 Campaign - a combination of five inspiring productions that, in addition to the film, include a documentary, book, music and interactive resource guide, all focused on homelessness and geared to inspire action. The Big 5 Campaign also integrates The Big 5 Giveback.” Robert Craig Films is pledging $1,000,000 from the Robert Craig Foundation, along with 50% of the net proceeds from all five productions, to assist nonprofits addressing homelessness.
Kathryn interviews Author Author Sara Glass PhD LCSW. With honesty and courage NYTimes Modern Love contributor -Please God Help Me Stop Missing Her- Dr. Sara Glass tells her coming-of-age, awakening and survivor story. As a teen growing up in the small, insular Gur Hasidic sect in Borough Park, Brooklyn she had accepted her calling as a servant of God: to become a dutiful wife and bear children. Still, she had questions. Hardest of all was to understand why she so deeply and powerfully felt a love that she was taught to hate — love for someone of her own sex. She takes us inside the community and family in which she was raised, her two troubled marriages, and her struggles with shame, guilt and the dread of losing her children. We follow her through a hard-won divorce and her extraordinary journey to finding herself. Sara, therapist, writer and speaker, helps members of the queer community and individuals who have survived trauma to live bold, honest and proud lives.Kathryn also interviews Author Bill Eddy.When we think of bullies, most of us think of aggressive kids or teens who terrorize individuals they perceive as weaker. Yet, bullying isn’t relegated just to the schoolyard. On the contrary, adult bullies exist everywhere and run rampant in many families, workplaces, neighborhoods, political arenas, and organizations of all types and sizes. And in a media landscape where conflict, chaos, and fear reign supreme, we witness celebrities, politicians, and other public figures exhibiting some of the most egregious behavior. Bill Eddy — therapist, lawyer, mediator, and personality expert — reveals how adult bullies have infiltrated every aspect of our society and explains why we so often allow them to operate unchallenged. He is the author of over 20 books and manuals and has a popular blog on PsychologyToday.com.
Kathryn interviews Author Author Sara Glass PhD LCSW. With honesty and courage NYTimes Modern Love contributor -Please God Help Me Stop Missing Her- Dr. Sara Glass tells her coming-of-age, awakening and survivor story. As a teen growing up in the small, insular Gur Hasidic sect in Borough Park, Brooklyn she had accepted her calling as a servant of God: to become a dutiful wife and bear children. Still, she had questions. Hardest of all was to understand why she so deeply and powerfully felt a love that she was taught to hate — love for someone of her own sex. She takes us inside the community and family in which she was raised, her two troubled marriages, and her struggles with shame, guilt and the dread of losing her children. We follow her through a hard-won divorce and her extraordinary journey to finding herself. Sara, therapist, writer and speaker, helps members of the queer community and individuals who have survived trauma to live bold, honest and proud lives.Kathryn also interviews Author Bill Eddy.When we think of bullies, most of us think of aggressive kids or teens who terrorize individuals they perceive as weaker. Yet, bullying isn’t relegated just to the schoolyard. On the contrary, adult bullies exist everywhere and run rampant in many families, workplaces, neighborhoods, political arenas, and organizations of all types and sizes. And in a media landscape where conflict, chaos, and fear reign supreme, we witness celebrities, politicians, and other public figures exhibiting some of the most egregious behavior. Bill Eddy — therapist, lawyer, mediator, and personality expert — reveals how adult bullies have infiltrated every aspect of our society and explains why we so often allow them to operate unchallenged. He is the author of over 20 books and manuals and has a popular blog on PsychologyToday.com.
Kathryn interviews Author Arwinder Kaur.Ecological activist and Award-Winning author Arwinder Kaur says traveling the world in her youth was the best education she could have received, bringing her face to face with contrasting realities of the human existence. She learned that perspectives are shaped as much by mind and soul as by external circumstances. That lesson opened her eyes to the important distinction between “needs” and “wants” and how that distinction directly impacts the environment and the survival of the human species. She shares the genesis of her moral compass, tracing her own journey of self-discovery through glimpses into her life-changing experiences, encounters and choices. Kaur has dedicated her life to helping others. After attending Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, she became a social worker specializing in the area of child welfare.Kathryn also interviews Author Frank Figliuzzi.Two decades ago, the FBI was tipped off to a gruesome pattern of unsolved murders along American roadways. Today, at least 850 homicides have been linked to long-haul truck drivers—many of which are unsolved. Former FBI Assistant Director and bestselling author Frank Figliuzzi exposes a crisis in America that must be stopped. In efforts to understand the life and habits of drivers and their roadside culture, he rode in a big rig with a long-haul trucker for 2,000 miles. He has also interviewed the courageous trafficked victims of these crimes and describes their inspiring efforts to now help others avoid similar fates. Frank emphatically explains that most truck drivers are honest hard-working Americans who do not deserve to be aligned with these deviants. He is an MSNBC columnist and a National Security Analyst for NBC News and MSNBC.
Kathryn interviews Author Arwinder Kaur.Ecological activist and Award-Winning author Arwinder Kaur says traveling the world in her youth was the best education she could have received, bringing her face to face with contrasting realities of the human existence. She learned that perspectives are shaped as much by mind and soul as by external circumstances. That lesson opened her eyes to the important distinction between “needs” and “wants” and how that distinction directly impacts the environment and the survival of the human species. She shares the genesis of her moral compass, tracing her own journey of self-discovery through glimpses into her life-changing experiences, encounters and choices. Kaur has dedicated her life to helping others. After attending Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, she became a social worker specializing in the area of child welfare.Kathryn also interviews Author Frank Figliuzzi.Two decades ago, the FBI was tipped off to a gruesome pattern of unsolved murders along American roadways. Today, at least 850 homicides have been linked to long-haul truck drivers—many of which are unsolved. Former FBI Assistant Director and bestselling author Frank Figliuzzi exposes a crisis in America that must be stopped. In efforts to understand the life and habits of drivers and their roadside culture, he rode in a big rig with a long-haul trucker for 2,000 miles. He has also interviewed the courageous trafficked victims of these crimes and describes their inspiring efforts to now help others avoid similar fates. Frank emphatically explains that most truck drivers are honest hard-working Americans who do not deserve to be aligned with these deviants. He is an MSNBC columnist and a National Security Analyst for NBC News and MSNBC.
Kathryn interviews Author Judith R. Smith PhD.Recently featured in the NY Times and The Wall Street Journal, Dr. Judith R. Smith coined the term difficult adult child” to describe the strain of dealing with issues such as serious mental health, chronic unemployment, and substance abuse disorder in one’s adult children. She brings to life the conflicts that arise for mothers who are confronted with the unexpected, burdensome, and even catastrophic dependencies of their adult children. Through real stories of mothers and their challenging adult children, this book offers relatable, provocative, and, at times, shocking illustrations of the excruciating maternal dilemma: Which takes precedence—the needs of the mother or of the distressed adult child? She is a New York City based psychotherapist, professor, and researcher on women’s issues as they age.Kathryn also interviews Author Susan Kellam.People like to think of themselves as capable of making rational decisions for their careers and personal lives – but life does not usually follow a straight line. Journalist Susan Kellam shares her memorable career covering, and helping shape, rock-and-roll history, interspersed with family memories as she searches for the reasons her brother took his own life at age thirty-nine. Her book is a reflective, entertaining, poignant, and moving look back at a remarkable life juxtaposed with one that was cut too short. She started her career at Rolling Stone magazine when typewriters were still being flung across offices. Eventually leaving the rock-and-roll world for straight journalism, she received a 1985 Folio Award for a three-part series in The NY Times, Battling for a Prize: Radio Station License. Her work has also appeared in The Washington Post, Washingtonian Magazine, Congressional Quarterly, The Baltimore Sun, and numerous other places. The Obama administration tapped her to edit the Economic Report of the President for the four years of his second term; the Biden administration did the same for his first year.
Kathryn interviews Author Judith R. Smith PhD.Recently featured in the NY Times and The Wall Street Journal, Dr. Judith R. Smith coined the term difficult adult child” to describe the strain of dealing with issues such as serious mental health, chronic unemployment, and substance abuse disorder in one’s adult children. She brings to life the conflicts that arise for mothers who are confronted with the unexpected, burdensome, and even catastrophic dependencies of their adult children. Through real stories of mothers and their challenging adult children, this book offers relatable, provocative, and, at times, shocking illustrations of the excruciating maternal dilemma: Which takes precedence—the needs of the mother or of the distressed adult child? She is a New York City based psychotherapist, professor, and researcher on women’s issues as they age.Kathryn also interviews Author Susan Kellam.People like to think of themselves as capable of making rational decisions for their careers and personal lives – but life does not usually follow a straight line. Journalist Susan Kellam shares her memorable career covering, and helping shape, rock-and-roll history, interspersed with family memories as she searches for the reasons her brother took his own life at age thirty-nine. Her book is a reflective, entertaining, poignant, and moving look back at a remarkable life juxtaposed with one that was cut too short. She started her career at Rolling Stone magazine when typewriters were still being flung across offices. Eventually leaving the rock-and-roll world for straight journalism, she received a 1985 Folio Award for a three-part series in The NY Times, Battling for a Prize: Radio Station License. Her work has also appeared in The Washington Post, Washingtonian Magazine, Congressional Quarterly, The Baltimore Sun, and numerous other places. The Obama administration tapped her to edit the Economic Report of the President for the four years of his second term; the Biden administration did the same for his first year.
Kathryn interviews Author Jeanie Y. Chang.Mental health education for practitioners is lacking when it comes to cultural sensitivity for Asian patients and clients, according to Asian Mental Health Collective board president, Korean American licensed marriage and family therapist Jeanie Y. Chang. She noted that there's some stigma about mental health care within the Asian community in itself, explaining, “It is a very shame and guilt-based culture. It runs deep, the stigma, because of that.” One way Chang connects with her clients is through Korean entertainment. She explores how the wildly popular K-Drama global phenomenon can not just entertain us, but also help us grieve from losses, heal trauma and improve our overall mental health. She has presented her trademarked curriculum for many corporations such as Google J. Crew, Microsoft, Mondelez International, and the NFL.Kathryn also interviews Author Hasan Merali MD.Terrible twos, temper tantrums, and grocery store meltdowns are usually the first things that come to mind when people think of toddlers. But pediatric emergency medicine physician and researcher Dr. Hasan Merali has long thought toddlers are among the best people in our society and adults could do well to learn from them. These extraordinary youngsters can be impulsive, yes, but with this comes a remarkable ability to take risks and ask questions—two qualities that can help us enjoy life more. To unpack this behavior, he includes many humorous examples from his experience as a pediatrician and father, but the core lessons are drawn from two decades worth of fascinating and surprising studies in child psychology and development. He received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and Master of Public Health degree from Johns Hopkins University. His writing has been featured on CNN, Science, the Boston Globe, NBC, CBC, and Popular Science.
Kathryn interviews Author Jeanie Y. Chang.Mental health education for practitioners is lacking when it comes to cultural sensitivity for Asian patients and clients, according to Asian Mental Health Collective board president, Korean American licensed marriage and family therapist Jeanie Y. Chang. She noted that there's some stigma about mental health care within the Asian community in itself, explaining, “It is a very shame and guilt-based culture. It runs deep, the stigma, because of that.” One way Chang connects with her clients is through Korean entertainment. She explores how the wildly popular K-Drama global phenomenon can not just entertain us, but also help us grieve from losses, heal trauma and improve our overall mental health. She has presented her trademarked curriculum for many corporations such as Google J. Crew, Microsoft, Mondelez International, and the NFL.Kathryn also interviews Author Hasan Merali MD.Terrible twos, temper tantrums, and grocery store meltdowns are usually the first things that come to mind when people think of toddlers. But pediatric emergency medicine physician and researcher Dr. Hasan Merali has long thought toddlers are among the best people in our society and adults could do well to learn from them. These extraordinary youngsters can be impulsive, yes, but with this comes a remarkable ability to take risks and ask questions—two qualities that can help us enjoy life more. To unpack this behavior, he includes many humorous examples from his experience as a pediatrician and father, but the core lessons are drawn from two decades worth of fascinating and surprising studies in child psychology and development. He received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and Master of Public Health degree from Johns Hopkins University. His writing has been featured on CNN, Science, the Boston Globe, NBC, CBC, and Popular Science.
Kathryn interviews Author Victoria Lowery.Therapist and bestselling author Victoria Lowery introduces the concept of the shadow self (the embodiment of one’s hidden elements) to the newest generation of young adult readers. Lowery brings us a kid-friendly story that shares the journey of Polly Parker, who has waited 14 years to meet her shadow and learn the six secrets that are prophesied to save the world from ancient, evil bloodlines.The six secrets have been kept hidden for millennia by a small group of so-called Freethinkers who wish to keep the rest of the world uninformed and underprivileged. The time has come for the seers to demand fairness and a new world of unity for all. But this directly affects the Freethinkers way of life, and they will stop at nothing to stay in control. She has been a radio host, a cable talk show host, a newspaper columnist and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Ohio. She also served as a Make-A-Wish Ambassador.Kathryn also interviews Author Afarin Bellisario PhD. While other Iranian girls of the early twentieth century cook, sew, and dream of a family, Gohar climbs trees, reads books, and fantasizes about traveling. But when her forbidden correspondence with a local boy is discovered, the prospect of banishment alarms the fatherless Gohar. She welcomes the protection of Saleh Mirza, a powerful nobleman who adopts her, and accepts his choice of husband for her: a 55-year-old politician, Haji. Aged just 14, she vows to enter her marital home in a white chador and exit in a white shroud. But fate has much more in store for her. She risks her life—and her marriage—to join activists seeking modernization and sovereignty, inciting the wrath of colonial powers: Russia and England. As Gohar struggles between tradition and modernity, between her vows and her attraction to a man she’s never spoken to, Russia invades northern Iran, and everything changes. Born and raised in Tehran in a family with its feet in the past and its head in the future, Afarin Bellisario led a successful career in high-tech and international business in the US after earning her PhD from MIT.
Kathryn interviews Author Victoria Lowery.Therapist and bestselling author Victoria Lowery introduces the concept of the shadow self (the embodiment of one’s hidden elements) to the newest generation of young adult readers. Lowery brings us a kid-friendly story that shares the journey of Polly Parker, who has waited 14 years to meet her shadow and learn the six secrets that are prophesied to save the world from ancient, evil bloodlines.The six secrets have been kept hidden for millennia by a small group of so-called Freethinkers who wish to keep the rest of the world uninformed and underprivileged. The time has come for the seers to demand fairness and a new world of unity for all. But this directly affects the Freethinkers way of life, and they will stop at nothing to stay in control. She has been a radio host, a cable talk show host, a newspaper columnist and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Ohio. She also served as a Make-A-Wish Ambassador.Kathryn also interviews Author Afarin Bellisario PhD. While other Iranian girls of the early twentieth century cook, sew, and dream of a family, Gohar climbs trees, reads books, and fantasizes about traveling. But when her forbidden correspondence with a local boy is discovered, the prospect of banishment alarms the fatherless Gohar. She welcomes the protection of Saleh Mirza, a powerful nobleman who adopts her, and accepts his choice of husband for her: a 55-year-old politician, Haji. Aged just 14, she vows to enter her marital home in a white chador and exit in a white shroud. But fate has much more in store for her. She risks her life—and her marriage—to join activists seeking modernization and sovereignty, inciting the wrath of colonial powers: Russia and England. As Gohar struggles between tradition and modernity, between her vows and her attraction to a man she’s never spoken to, Russia invades northern Iran, and everything changes. Born and raised in Tehran in a family with its feet in the past and its head in the future, Afarin Bellisario led a successful career in high-tech and international business in the US after earning her PhD from MIT.
Kathryn interviews Yamicia Connor MD PhD MPH.Having a baby should be one of the most joyful times in a woman’s life. But for women of color, especially Black women, the pregnancy experience frequently triggers fear and anxiety. Black women and their babies, at all socioeconomic levels, face substantially higher rates of complications and mortality during pregnancy than white women. One dynamic physician is teaching women what they need to know to help turn this situation around. Yamicia Connor, MD PhD MPH, is a Harvard-MIT-educated OB-GYN, surgeon, research scientist, engineer and mother of three. She’s using her unique background to serve as the driving force behind establishing greater equity in women’s healthcare. Dr. Connor founded Race to Better Health and Diosa Ara, initiatives that embody her dedication to improving health outcomes and advocating for policy change.Kathryn also interviews Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe.We can't build resilience unless we know and understand our emotions, according to behaviorist, psychology researcher and educator Dr. Robyn Hanley-Dafoe—and thankfully, there are concrete ways to do this and help improve our mental health in real time. Her guide to emotional learning will teach us why being mindful, or at least having a practice of self-check-ins throughout the day, is so important. She helps us discover where our feelings are coming from, how to categorize them and take the appropriate action steps to recharge our emotional batteries. She is a multi-award-winning education and psychology instructor, author, two time TedX speaker and resiliency expert. Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafor specializes in resiliency, navigating stress and change, personal wellness in the workplace, and optimal performance - both personal and organizational.
Kathryn interviews Yamicia Connor MD PhD MPH.Having a baby should be one of the most joyful times in a woman’s life. But for women of color, especially Black women, the pregnancy experience frequently triggers fear and anxiety. Black women and their babies, at all socioeconomic levels, face substantially higher rates of complications and mortality during pregnancy than white women. One dynamic physician is teaching women what they need to know to help turn this situation around. Yamicia Connor, MD PhD MPH, is a Harvard-MIT-educated OB-GYN, surgeon, research scientist, engineer and mother of three. She’s using her unique background to serve as the driving force behind establishing greater equity in women’s healthcare. Dr. Connor founded Race to Better Health and Diosa Ara, initiatives that embody her dedication to improving health outcomes and advocating for policy change.Kathryn also interviews Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe.We can't build resilience unless we know and understand our emotions, according to behaviorist, psychology researcher and educator Dr. Robyn Hanley-Dafoe—and thankfully, there are concrete ways to do this and help improve our mental health in real time. Her guide to emotional learning will teach us why being mindful, or at least having a practice of self-check-ins throughout the day, is so important. She helps us discover where our feelings are coming from, how to categorize them and take the appropriate action steps to recharge our emotional batteries. She is a multi-award-winning education and psychology instructor, author, two time TedX speaker and resiliency expert. Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafor specializes in resiliency, navigating stress and change, personal wellness in the workplace, and optimal performance - both personal and organizational.
Kathryn interviews Author Marcia Naomi Berger MSW, LCSW.When a sudden onset of manic episodes lands her in a psychiatric ward, what is an established, respected psychotherapist to do? Marcia Naomi Berger, single and twenty-nine, had her first psychiatric hospitalization and then two more in the next year and a half. A series of close friends and mentors stand by her through challenges with abusive colleagues, conflicted relationships with men, estrangement from her mother, and confusion about what truly matters. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder, after trying several medications, the answer comes in the form of lithium. Under her doctor’s guidance, she excels at a new job in San Francisco General Hospital’s psychiatric ward. A new patient there recognizes her from their time as patients in another psych ward. She is a psychotherapist and served as a lecturer on the clinical faculty at the University of California School of Medicine.Kathryn also interviews Author Matthew Kenslow.According to the CDC, about 1 in 36 children are identified as having autism spectrum disorder, and more than 5.4 million adults are living with autism. And yet, public perception, understanding and acceptance have a long way to go, says author, substitute teacher and social media influencer Matthew Kenslow. He never gave his autism diagnosis the power to define him or limit his pursuits, and he hopes to inspire, inform and create change by sharing his compelling true story. He takes readers on a gripping story of how one man faced Autism head-on, persevering through discrimination in his own neighborhood, all the while not being given a full range of opportunities. He chronicles his highs and lows with candor, as he walks readers through what life is really like for people who are neurodivergent. He has been featured in Newsweek Magazine, Spectrum News, ABC7 Los Angeles and many more.
Kathryn interviews Author Marcia Naomi Berger MSW, LCSW.When a sudden onset of manic episodes lands her in a psychiatric ward, what is an established, respected psychotherapist to do? Marcia Naomi Berger, single and twenty-nine, had her first psychiatric hospitalization and then two more in the next year and a half. A series of close friends and mentors stand by her through challenges with abusive colleagues, conflicted relationships with men, estrangement from her mother, and confusion about what truly matters. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder, after trying several medications, the answer comes in the form of lithium. Under her doctor’s guidance, she excels at a new job in San Francisco General Hospital’s psychiatric ward. A new patient there recognizes her from their time as patients in another psych ward. She is a psychotherapist and served as a lecturer on the clinical faculty at the University of California School of Medicine.Kathryn also interviews Author Matthew Kenslow.According to the CDC, about 1 in 36 children are identified as having autism spectrum disorder, and more than 5.4 million adults are living with autism. And yet, public perception, understanding and acceptance have a long way to go, says author, substitute teacher and social media influencer Matthew Kenslow. He never gave his autism diagnosis the power to define him or limit his pursuits, and he hopes to inspire, inform and create change by sharing his compelling true story. He takes readers on a gripping story of how one man faced Autism head-on, persevering through discrimination in his own neighborhood, all the while not being given a full range of opportunities. He chronicles his highs and lows with candor, as he walks readers through what life is really like for people who are neurodivergent. He has been featured in Newsweek Magazine, Spectrum News, ABC7 Los Angeles and many more.
Kathryn interviews Author Wakisha Stewart.Cardiovascular disease is the #1 cause of maternal mortality in the United States, accounting for over one-third of maternal deaths, with Black women having among the highest maternal mortality rates. Why is childbirth such a risky condition for U.S. women’s health, especially for Black women—and what can be done about it? Wakisha (Kisha) Stewart shares her near death experience following her second pregnancy and the racial disparities in the healthcare industry that contributed to it. Her memoir is both a moving, lyrically told story of a decade-long struggle to survive a near-fatal heart attack with dignity and a clarion call for community-wide mobilization to guarantee health care equity. She is a nurse and was a national spokeswoman chosen in 2022 by the American Heart Association (AHA) to educate the public about the risks of cardiovascular disease.Kathryn also interviews Author Lindsey Glass.This first, most important bond, the mother-daughter relationship, can be fraught with pitfalls and devastating ups and downs — the seeds for which may have been planted generations ago. Sometimes, it can seem like the conflicts have no end, leaving the mother or daughter exhausted, exasperated and sad for all that has been lost. Bestselling author Leslie Glass and her daughter, award-winning documentarian Lindsey Glass, share their guide to help readers repair the fractures in their mother-daughter relationships. Through sharing their own compelling, tumultuous history, they help readers understand that even if mothers and daughters go off track, go to war and part ways for years, they can still find their way back to friendship, understanding and love. They are editors of the popular online recovery and wellness magazine Reach Out Recovery. Together, they produced the award-winning documentary The Secret World of Recovery and the WEDU/ PBS special The Silent Majority.
Kathryn interviews Author Wakisha Stewart.Cardiovascular disease is the #1 cause of maternal mortality in the United States, accounting for over one-third of maternal deaths, with Black women having among the highest maternal mortality rates. Why is childbirth such a risky condition for U.S. women’s health, especially for Black women—and what can be done about it? Wakisha (Kisha) Stewart shares her near death experience following her second pregnancy and the racial disparities in the healthcare industry that contributed to it. Her memoir is both a moving, lyrically told story of a decade-long struggle to survive a near-fatal heart attack with dignity and a clarion call for community-wide mobilization to guarantee health care equity. She is a nurse and was a national spokeswoman chosen in 2022 by the American Heart Association (AHA) to educate the public about the risks of cardiovascular disease.Kathryn also interviews Author Lindsey Glass.This first, most important bond, the mother-daughter relationship, can be fraught with pitfalls and devastating ups and downs — the seeds for which may have been planted generations ago. Sometimes, it can seem like the conflicts have no end, leaving the mother or daughter exhausted, exasperated and sad for all that has been lost. Bestselling author Leslie Glass and her daughter, award-winning documentarian Lindsey Glass, share their guide to help readers repair the fractures in their mother-daughter relationships. Through sharing their own compelling, tumultuous history, they help readers understand that even if mothers and daughters go off track, go to war and part ways for years, they can still find their way back to friendship, understanding and love. They are editors of the popular online recovery and wellness magazine Reach Out Recovery. Together, they produced the award-winning documentary The Secret World of Recovery and the WEDU/ PBS special The Silent Majority.
Kathryn interviews Author Mark Robert Rank.Americans tend to believe that success comes from hard work, determination and little else. That attitude leads, and has led, to a threadbare social safety net and the undue suffering of millions — so why are we still holding on to the idea? Social welfare professor Mark Robert Rank shows how dramatically our lives are shaped by utter randomness. He unpacks how our aversion to the very idea of luck—our need to believe that personal success or failure comes from internal strength or weakness—leads to policies that weaken the social safety net and favor those who, by chance, were born with a leg up. He’s been featured on NPR, NBC Nightly News, the PBS NewsHour, CBS News, CNN, and many others.Kathryn also interviews Author Jonathan Fanning.In a world where creativity is increasingly recognized as a vital skill, Jonathan Fanning, a renowned leadership and creativity expert has discovered a blueprint of 5 powerful and practical strategies to unleash creativity. He draws on decades of research and experience to provide a comprehensive guide for understanding and nurturing creativity. Through inspiring anecdotes, thought-provoking questions, and powerful – yet simple – strategies, readers will learn how to overcome creative blocks, cultivate a creative mindset, and harness the power of imagination to solve problems and pursue their passions. He has been coaching leaders – from Fortune 500 executives to sole proprietors – for almost 20 years. Jonathan was voted the best speaker at a recent TED conference.
Kathryn interviews Author Mark Robert Rank.Americans tend to believe that success comes from hard work, determination and little else. That attitude leads, and has led, to a threadbare social safety net and the undue suffering of millions — so why are we still holding on to the idea? Social welfare professor Mark Robert Rank shows how dramatically our lives are shaped by utter randomness. He unpacks how our aversion to the very idea of luck—our need to believe that personal success or failure comes from internal strength or weakness—leads to policies that weaken the social safety net and favor those who, by chance, were born with a leg up. He’s been featured on NPR, NBC Nightly News, the PBS NewsHour, CBS News, CNN, and many others.Kathryn also interviews Author Jonathan Fanning.In a world where creativity is increasingly recognized as a vital skill, Jonathan Fanning, a renowned leadership and creativity expert has discovered a blueprint of 5 powerful and practical strategies to unleash creativity. He draws on decades of research and experience to provide a comprehensive guide for understanding and nurturing creativity. Through inspiring anecdotes, thought-provoking questions, and powerful – yet simple – strategies, readers will learn how to overcome creative blocks, cultivate a creative mindset, and harness the power of imagination to solve problems and pursue their passions. He has been coaching leaders – from Fortune 500 executives to sole proprietors – for almost 20 years. Jonathan was voted the best speaker at a recent TED conference.
Kathryn interviews Author Sarah Cart.In suspenseful and heart-rending detail, Sarah Cart recounts how, beginning with an incurable autoimmune disease, her husband developed one life-threatening condition after another. As each month passed, she felt her best friend, this brilliant businessman, successful entrepreneur, and energetically engaged father to their four sons, slipping away, until eventually they received devastating news: Ben needed a heart transplant. But that was only the tip of the iceberg. Two weeks after the COVID-19 lockdown, they realized Ben’s body was shutting down and his only hope was to get on the list and get that transplant now—in the midst of a pandemic. Thrust into the role of nurse and caregiver, she required a deep well of faith and grace as she confronted doubts, fears, endless setbacks, and red tape while struggling to help Ben regain whatever he could of all that had been lost.Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. Judy Ho.Attachment style forms the foundation for how we understand trust, security, and build our self-concept and self-esteem, which then affects how we achieve goals, approach physical and mental wellness, and how we relate to friends, family, colleagues and romantic partners. Triple board-certified clinical and forensic neuropsychologist Dr. Judy Ho reveals how insecure attachment style—which affects up to 75% of the population—impacts our lives more than we realize, and how we can heal the wounds that prevent us from living our best lives at any age. Grounded in the science of attachment, she offers a revolutionary approach that teaches readers how to change their anxious, avoidant, or disorganized attachment style in relationships, friendships, work, goal-setting, and most of all, our sense of self. She is a tenured Associate Professor at Pepperdine University and a two-time recipient of the National Institute of Mental Health Services Research Award.
Kathryn interviews Author Sarah Cart.In suspenseful and heart-rending detail, Sarah Cart recounts how, beginning with an incurable autoimmune disease, her husband developed one life-threatening condition after another. As each month passed, she felt her best friend, this brilliant businessman, successful entrepreneur, and energetically engaged father to their four sons, slipping away, until eventually they received devastating news: Ben needed a heart transplant. But that was only the tip of the iceberg. Two weeks after the COVID-19 lockdown, they realized Ben’s body was shutting down and his only hope was to get on the list and get that transplant now—in the midst of a pandemic. Thrust into the role of nurse and caregiver, she required a deep well of faith and grace as she confronted doubts, fears, endless setbacks, and red tape while struggling to help Ben regain whatever he could of all that had been lost.Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. Judy Ho.Attachment style forms the foundation for how we understand trust, security, and build our self-concept and self-esteem, which then affects how we achieve goals, approach physical and mental wellness, and how we relate to friends, family, colleagues and romantic partners. Triple board-certified clinical and forensic neuropsychologist Dr. Judy Ho reveals how insecure attachment style—which affects up to 75% of the population—impacts our lives more than we realize, and how we can heal the wounds that prevent us from living our best lives at any age. Grounded in the science of attachment, she offers a revolutionary approach that teaches readers how to change their anxious, avoidant, or disorganized attachment style in relationships, friendships, work, goal-setting, and most of all, our sense of self. She is a tenured Associate Professor at Pepperdine University and a two-time recipient of the National Institute of Mental Health Services Research Award.
Kathryn interviews Author Myra Sack.When their daughter Havi was a year old, Myra Sack and her physician husband Matt Goldstein noticed delays in her physical development. After physical therapy was prescribed with no noticeable progress, and more developmental milestones were missed, Myra and Matt, driven to find answers, sought out pediatric specialists. On December 17, 2019, their world was shattered. At fifteen months old, Havi was diagnosed with Tay-Sachs, a fatal neurodegenerative disease that can be revealed through genetic testing but was misreported to the couple. Havi was given just a year to live. Sack offers the readers nothing short of “an act of grace” in her memoir of Havi’s short life and the tragic journey to help her daughter live and die. She is certified in Compassionate Bereavement Care and has written for numerous publications including the Boston Globe, Upworthy, Hadassah Magazine and TODAY.com.Kathryn also interviews Author Kyne Santos.Kyne Santos began her drag career while at university and became known for her drag tutorials on YouTube. In 2020, she appeared on the first season of Canada’s Drag Race where she fought not only for the crown, but also screen time. Following her tv appearance, she took to TikTok (onlinekyne) to make short-form math videos where she tells riddles, gives math lessons, and teaches her followers how to spot misleading statistics in media, all while dressed in high-glamour drag. She now reaches more than 1.5 million viewers and is a sought-after partner, working with brands such as Yahoo, L’Oreal, MAC Cosmetics, Pinterest, UN High Commissioner for Refugees, and more. Kyne has appeared on TODAY.com, ABC News, and NPR’s Short Wave.
Kathryn interviews Author Myra Sack.When their daughter Havi was a year old, Myra Sack and her physician husband Matt Goldstein noticed delays in her physical development. After physical therapy was prescribed with no noticeable progress, and more developmental milestones were missed, Myra and Matt, driven to find answers, sought out pediatric specialists. On December 17, 2019, their world was shattered. At fifteen months old, Havi was diagnosed with Tay-Sachs, a fatal neurodegenerative disease that can be revealed through genetic testing but was misreported to the couple. Havi was given just a year to live. Sack offers the readers nothing short of “an act of grace” in her memoir of Havi’s short life and the tragic journey to help her daughter live and die. She is certified in Compassionate Bereavement Care and has written for numerous publications including the Boston Globe, Upworthy, Hadassah Magazine and TODAY.com.Kathryn also interviews Author Kyne Santos.Kyne Santos began her drag career while at university and became known for her drag tutorials on YouTube. In 2020, she appeared on the first season of Canada’s Drag Race where she fought not only for the crown, but also screen time. Following her tv appearance, she took to TikTok (onlinekyne) to make short-form math videos where she tells riddles, gives math lessons, and teaches her followers how to spot misleading statistics in media, all while dressed in high-glamour drag. She now reaches more than 1.5 million viewers and is a sought-after partner, working with brands such as Yahoo, L’Oreal, MAC Cosmetics, Pinterest, UN High Commissioner for Refugees, and more. Kyne has appeared on TODAY.com, ABC News, and NPR’s Short Wave.
Kathryn interviews FranklinCovey Senior Consultant Todd Davis.In these increasingly divisive times, with ongoing layoffs, mergers, and return to office adjustments - difficult conversations are fast becoming the norm in the workplace. However, recent client interviews and workforce surveys from FranklinCovey, the global leader in leadership and professional development, found that both leaders and employees often avoid having difficult conversations or feel that they handle them poorly. In response to these results, Franklin Covey Senior Consultant Todd Davis addresses the top challenge in difficult conversations: the emotional tension. He teaches us strategies and tips for shifting mindset from the fear of difficult conversations to seeing them as the way to make progress on important issues. He has over 35 years of experience in human resources, talent development and executive recruiting.Kathryn also interviews Author Marc Houser PhD.Each year at least a billion children around the world are victims of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) that range from physical abuse to racial discrimination to neglect and food deprivation. Those dealt a hand of ACEs are more likely to drop out of school, have a shorter life, abuse substances, and suffer from myriad mental health and behavioral issues. Neurobiologist and educator Marc Hauser PhD provides a novel, research-based framework to understand a child’s unique response to ACEs that goes beyond our current understanding and is centered around the five Ts—the timing during development when the trauma began, its type, tenure, toxicity, and how much turbulence it has caused in a child’s life. He is the founder of Risk Eraser, a program that helps at-risk kids lead healthier lives. He is a former professor of evolutionary biology and psychology at Harvard University and the author of over three hundred papers.
Kathryn interviews FranklinCovey Senior Consultant Todd Davis.In these increasingly divisive times, with ongoing layoffs, mergers, and return to office adjustments - difficult conversations are fast becoming the norm in the workplace. However, recent client interviews and workforce surveys from FranklinCovey, the global leader in leadership and professional development, found that both leaders and employees often avoid having difficult conversations or feel that they handle them poorly. In response to these results, Franklin Covey Senior Consultant Todd Davis addresses the top challenge in difficult conversations: the emotional tension. He teaches us strategies and tips for shifting mindset from the fear of difficult conversations to seeing them as the way to make progress on important issues. He has over 35 years of experience in human resources, talent development and executive recruiting.Kathryn also interviews Author Marc Houser PhD.Each year at least a billion children around the world are victims of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) that range from physical abuse to racial discrimination to neglect and food deprivation. Those dealt a hand of ACEs are more likely to drop out of school, have a shorter life, abuse substances, and suffer from myriad mental health and behavioral issues. Neurobiologist and educator Marc Hauser PhD provides a novel, research-based framework to understand a child’s unique response to ACEs that goes beyond our current understanding and is centered around the five Ts—the timing during development when the trauma began, its type, tenure, toxicity, and how much turbulence it has caused in a child’s life. He is the founder of Risk Eraser, a program that helps at-risk kids lead healthier lives. He is a former professor of evolutionary biology and psychology at Harvard University and the author of over three hundred papers.
Kathryn interviews Author Bella DePaulo PhD.It's common knowledge that single women are lonely, desperate for a partner, and envious of every couple they see. Spinsters struggle later in life, never feel fulfilled, and would just love for you to set them up with your neighbor’s nephew. But, what if society’s ideas about single people—who, by the way, comprise half of the adult population—are wrong? Bella DePaulo PhD challenges the notion that single life is something people settle for, and shows that for millions, in every part of the world, being unpartnered is the key to their most joyful, fulfilling, authentic, and psychologically rich life. Drawing on more than three decades of social science research, and her own experience as a 70-year-old woman happily single her entire life, DePaulo—whose TEDx Talk on the topic has more than 1.7 million views—paints a bold and groundbreaking picture of the myriad benefits of investing in your single life. Bella DePaulo PhD ( Harvard University) has always been single and always will be. The Atlantic calls her “America’s foremost thinker and writer on the single experience.”Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. Kathleen Corley.Without question, schools today grapple with obstacles unheard of a generation ago, and yet, elementary school principal Dr. Kathleen Corley has figured out how to transform her school into a warm, nurturing community where students embrace a passion for learning. As a 40-year veteran in elementary education, she shares how to overcome current obstacles in education with human interest stories that illuminate a brighter path forward. Using humor, insight and optimism, Dr. Corley reminds readers that despite the problems in schools today — disagreements about what students should or should not be taught, the lingering effects of COVID, etc. — magic still happens in classrooms. She who has been called a Pied Piper of Education, can be seen leading the student drumline down the halls of Palmetto’s Finest Award-winning Red Cedar Elementary School.
Kathryn interviews Author Bella DePaulo PhD.It's common knowledge that single women are lonely, desperate for a partner, and envious of every couple they see. Spinsters struggle later in life, never feel fulfilled, and would just love for you to set them up with your neighbor’s nephew. But, what if society’s ideas about single people—who, by the way, comprise half of the adult population—are wrong? Bella DePaulo PhD challenges the notion that single life is something people settle for, and shows that for millions, in every part of the world, being unpartnered is the key to their most joyful, fulfilling, authentic, and psychologically rich life. Drawing on more than three decades of social science research, and her own experience as a 70-year-old woman happily single her entire life, DePaulo—whose TEDx Talk on the topic has more than 1.7 million views—paints a bold and groundbreaking picture of the myriad benefits of investing in your single life. Bella DePaulo PhD ( Harvard University) has always been single and always will be. The Atlantic calls her “America’s foremost thinker and writer on the single experience.”Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. Kathleen Corley.Without question, schools today grapple with obstacles unheard of a generation ago, and yet, elementary school principal Dr. Kathleen Corley has figured out how to transform her school into a warm, nurturing community where students embrace a passion for learning. As a 40-year veteran in elementary education, she shares how to overcome current obstacles in education with human interest stories that illuminate a brighter path forward. Using humor, insight and optimism, Dr. Corley reminds readers that despite the problems in schools today — disagreements about what students should or should not be taught, the lingering effects of COVID, etc. — magic still happens in classrooms. She who has been called a Pied Piper of Education, can be seen leading the student drumline down the halls of Palmetto’s Finest Award-winning Red Cedar Elementary School.
Kathryn interviews Author Lynda-Ross Vega.In a world of rapid change, pandemics, political divisiveness, and social media stress (to name a few things), it's easy for you to doubt yourself and worry that you aren't enough. When life doesn't live up to your expectations, it's common to assume it's your fault but the reality is you are enough. You have natural strengths that will support you in every aspect of your life. The key is to recognize and use those strengths. It’s all about perception. Coach Lynda-Ross Vega and Clinical Psychologist Gary Jordan can teach you the science and psychology behind perception. With over 35 years of experience in senior management and as a business owner/entrepreneur, Lynda-Ross is an expert at harnessing the power of perception to help individuals and organizations implement change, empower collaboration, and develop talent.Kathryn also interviews Author Angela Radcliffe.Artificial Intelligence (AI) is in the news daily. Everyone is talking about it. Governments are discussing how to regulate it. It is the wave of the future and has already begun to change our world. Deep fakes from it can interfere with elections , business, and daily life causing discord. Some businesses believe AI could replace workers. Even though we hear about it daily, we do not know what it truly is. It is confusing for everyone. Able to help us better understand is best-selling author Angela Radcliffe. She explains it in easy and simple terms that both adults and children are able to grasp. She is a clinical research expert, data ethics evangelist, and AI enthusiast who has dedicated over two decades to transforming patient care.
Kathryn interviews Author Lynda-Ross Vega.In a world of rapid change, pandemics, political divisiveness, and social media stress (to name a few things), it's easy for you to doubt yourself and worry that you aren't enough. When life doesn't live up to your expectations, it's common to assume it's your fault but the reality is you are enough. You have natural strengths that will support you in every aspect of your life. The key is to recognize and use those strengths. It’s all about perception. Coach Lynda-Ross Vega and Clinical Psychologist Gary Jordan can teach you the science and psychology behind perception. With over 35 years of experience in senior management and as a business owner/entrepreneur, Lynda-Ross is an expert at harnessing the power of perception to help individuals and organizations implement change, empower collaboration, and develop talent.Kathryn also interviews Author Angela Radcliffe.Artificial Intelligence (AI) is in the news daily. Everyone is talking about it. Governments are discussing how to regulate it. It is the wave of the future and has already begun to change our world. Deep fakes from it can interfere with elections , business, and daily life causing discord. Some businesses believe AI could replace workers. Even though we hear about it daily, we do not know what it truly is. It is confusing for everyone. Able to help us better understand is best-selling author Angela Radcliffe. She explains it in easy and simple terms that both adults and children are able to grasp. She is a clinical research expert, data ethics evangelist, and AI enthusiast who has dedicated over two decades to transforming patient care.
Kathryn interviews Author Randy Fertel PhD.Improv has given us some of the greatest creative work ever produced. From Louis Armstrong to Robin Williams, their genius was forged from their in-the-moment brilliance. Improv has also led to great advancements in science, technology, and business, with the idea of “yes, and…” leading to the openness that drives innovation. But as Randy Fertel—born in New Orleans and raised on its jazz—shows us, improv has also led to phrases like “Lock Her Up,” and the rise of a past—and perhaps future—President who connects with his supporters with an off-the-cuff speaking style they perceive as authentic and straight-shooting. Fertel explains the persuasive power of Trump’s charismatic BS-ing in historical context, and he shows how a facility with improvisation has played a pivotal role in so much of our cultural, political, and scientific development. He has a PhD from Harvard University, and is president of the Ruth U Fertel Foundation, named for his mother, Ruth Fertel, founder of Ruth's Chris Steak House.Kathryn also interviews Author Stephan Poulter PhD.Men are in crisis. The old model of masculinity is dying. Women are saying “enough” to it and so are many men. Your father’s masculinity—the one that denied him any emotions except anger and too often led to tragic personal, familial, and social outcomes—is rightfully going the way of the dinosaur. But what should replace it and how can men embrace a new, healthy model of masculinity? Stephan B. Poulter Phd offers a comprehensive answer. Threaded with stories from his work with men, self-assessment quizzes, and practical strategies, he guides men in cultivating emotional intelligence, building meaningful relationships and overcoming trauma. He sheds some light on the link between toxic masculinity and male violence as well as the shame men experience when asking for help from doctors or medical professionals. Stephan is a renowned LA based clinical psychologist with over thirty years of experience. He is married, a father of four, and an author of several books including The Shame Factor and Father Your Son.
Kathryn interviews Author Randy Fertel PhD.Improv has given us some of the greatest creative work ever produced. From Louis Armstrong to Robin Williams, their genius was forged from their in-the-moment brilliance. Improv has also led to great advancements in science, technology, and business, with the idea of “yes, and…” leading to the openness that drives innovation. But as Randy Fertel—born in New Orleans and raised on its jazz—shows us, improv has also led to phrases like “Lock Her Up,” and the rise of a past—and perhaps future—President who connects with his supporters with an off-the-cuff speaking style they perceive as authentic and straight-shooting. Fertel explains the persuasive power of Trump’s charismatic BS-ing in historical context, and he shows how a facility with improvisation has played a pivotal role in so much of our cultural, political, and scientific development. He has a PhD from Harvard University, and is president of the Ruth U Fertel Foundation, named for his mother, Ruth Fertel, founder of Ruth's Chris Steak House.Kathryn also interviews Author Stephan Poulter PhD.Men are in crisis. The old model of masculinity is dying. Women are saying “enough” to it and so are many men. Your father’s masculinity—the one that denied him any emotions except anger and too often led to tragic personal, familial, and social outcomes—is rightfully going the way of the dinosaur. But what should replace it and how can men embrace a new, healthy model of masculinity? Stephan B. Poulter Phd offers a comprehensive answer. Threaded with stories from his work with men, self-assessment quizzes, and practical strategies, he guides men in cultivating emotional intelligence, building meaningful relationships and overcoming trauma. He sheds some light on the link between toxic masculinity and male violence as well as the shame men experience when asking for help from doctors or medical professionals. Stephan is a renowned LA based clinical psychologist with over thirty years of experience. He is married, a father of four, and an author of several books including The Shame Factor and Father Your Son.
Kathryn interviews Author Brooke Bentley.When young sports journalist Blake Kirk lands her dream job - working as a reporter for her hometown’s pro football team - she anticipates many challenges that accompany the gig such as long hours, many days of travel, and an immense pressure to succeed as a woman in sports journalism. What she doesn’t expect are double-standards, old school entitlement that trip her up every turn. From day one, Blake faces off with her boss who does everything in his power to make her job difficult including pushing her to “network” with her colleagues at a strip club. Blakes dream devolves into a nightmare, forcing her to choose between her dignity and her career. Brooke Bentley is a former television anchor and an award-winning sports reporter.Kathryn also interviews Author Michaela Renee Johnson. For those feeling grounded by fear, a lack of communication skills, negative self-talk, poor boundaries and other emotional obstacles can send their problems packing with Soaring Sessions™, an innovative new approach to experiential coaching from psychotherapist and licensed aviator Michaela Renee Johnson. Scheduled as one, half-day-long appointment, each Soaring Session has three parts: Ground Discovery/Pre Flight, Flight Time and Debrief. During Ground Discovery, Johnson works with clients to identify attachment style, poor boundaries, negative self-talk , fixed mindset and relationship setbacks; the client then witnesses how those play out in the air. Clients do not have to fly the plane, but clients have the front seat to themselves, giving them the experience of being alone at the controls, although they are not. She is a bestselling author, motivational speaker and a nationally acclaimed happiness expert hosting her top iTunes podcast, Be You Find Happy.
Kathryn interviews Author Brooke Bentley.When young sports journalist Blake Kirk lands her dream job - working as a reporter for her hometown’s pro football team - she anticipates many challenges that accompany the gig such as long hours, many days of travel, and an immense pressure to succeed as a woman in sports journalism. What she doesn’t expect are double-standards, old school entitlement that trip her up every turn. From day one, Blake faces off with her boss who does everything in his power to make her job difficult including pushing her to “network” with her colleagues at a strip club. Blakes dream devolves into a nightmare, forcing her to choose between her dignity and her career. Brooke Bentley is a former television anchor and an award-winning sports reporter.Kathryn also interviews Author Michaela Renee Johnson. For those feeling grounded by fear, a lack of communication skills, negative self-talk, poor boundaries and other emotional obstacles can send their problems packing with Soaring Sessions™, an innovative new approach to experiential coaching from psychotherapist and licensed aviator Michaela Renee Johnson. Scheduled as one, half-day-long appointment, each Soaring Session has three parts: Ground Discovery/Pre Flight, Flight Time and Debrief. During Ground Discovery, Johnson works with clients to identify attachment style, poor boundaries, negative self-talk , fixed mindset and relationship setbacks; the client then witnesses how those play out in the air. Clients do not have to fly the plane, but clients have the front seat to themselves, giving them the experience of being alone at the controls, although they are not. She is a bestselling author, motivational speaker and a nationally acclaimed happiness expert hosting her top iTunes podcast, Be You Find Happy.
Kathryn interviews Author Joseph M. Hoedel PhD.Derek Jeter, Michael Jordan and Serena Williams are just a few of the 34 inspirational athletes who made the cut in Sports Role Models: Book 1 from bestselling author Joseph Hoedel PhD. Readers will recognize many of the heroes Hoedel profiles, including Michael Phelps and Pat Summitt. Other chapters feature lesser known yet equally remarkable examples of the power of the human spirit, like Richard Norris Williams, who survived the Titanic and went on to win Wimbledon; or Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm during a shark attack and returned to the waters to become a champion surfer. Each chapter is an engaging story about an athlete or coach who exemplifies positive traits that contributed to their success both on and off the playing field. For 20 years Hoedel has served as the CEO of Character Development and Leadership, an education-based curriculum company. He has created two educational programs that are used in more than 3,500 middle and high schools across the country.Kathryn also interviews Author Carla Marie Manly PhD.Who among us hasn’t, at one time or another, felt stuck in an unhealthy relationship or lamented our inability to find that “perfect” someone? Clinical psychologist Dr. Carla Marie Manly knows the secret to creating genuine, joy-filled relationships — and it has nothing to do with perfection. She emphasizes that real love is messy and imperfect, and she offers profound, yet easily digestible insights for building healthy relationships. She provides research-backed insights, captivating case examples and empowering exercises to lead readers through an exploration of how attachment issues and unresolved trauma negatively impact both self-love and relationship quality. Dr. Manly guides readers into a transformative journey toward compassionate healthy connections. She has been cited by numerous media outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, the, NY Times, the Los Angeles Times, USA Today, Forbes, Oprah, Newsweek, NBC, HuffPost, Reader’s Digest, Psychology Today and more.
Kathryn interviews Author Joseph M. Hoedel PhD.Derek Jeter, Michael Jordan and Serena Williams are just a few of the 34 inspirational athletes who made the cut in Sports Role Models: Book 1 from bestselling author Joseph Hoedel PhD. Readers will recognize many of the heroes Hoedel profiles, including Michael Phelps and Pat Summitt. Other chapters feature lesser known yet equally remarkable examples of the power of the human spirit, like Richard Norris Williams, who survived the Titanic and went on to win Wimbledon; or Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm during a shark attack and returned to the waters to become a champion surfer. Each chapter is an engaging story about an athlete or coach who exemplifies positive traits that contributed to their success both on and off the playing field. For 20 years Hoedel has served as the CEO of Character Development and Leadership, an education-based curriculum company. He has created two educational programs that are used in more than 3,500 middle and high schools across the country.Kathryn also interviews Author Carla Marie Manly PhD.Who among us hasn’t, at one time or another, felt stuck in an unhealthy relationship or lamented our inability to find that “perfect” someone? Clinical psychologist Dr. Carla Marie Manly knows the secret to creating genuine, joy-filled relationships — and it has nothing to do with perfection. She emphasizes that real love is messy and imperfect, and she offers profound, yet easily digestible insights for building healthy relationships. She provides research-backed insights, captivating case examples and empowering exercises to lead readers through an exploration of how attachment issues and unresolved trauma negatively impact both self-love and relationship quality. Dr. Manly guides readers into a transformative journey toward compassionate healthy connections. She has been cited by numerous media outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, the, NY Times, the Los Angeles Times, USA Today, Forbes, Oprah, Newsweek, NBC, HuffPost, Reader’s Digest, Psychology Today and more.
Kathryn interviews Author Frank Forencich.In the popular imagination, activism is usually seen as an inconvenient, difficult, and stressful enterprise. But what if we’re wrong about all of that? Could activism actually make the human animal stronger? As the co-creator of an innovation organization Activism Is Medicine, Frank Forencich emphasizes the transformative power of activism as a remedy for building resilience, purpose, and overall health. He seeks to redefine activism not as a burden but as a gift that individuals can embrace for personal growth and positive societal change. He has been a featured speaker at prestigious events, including the Ancestral Health Symposium, Google, the Dr. Robert D. Conn Heart Conference, the Welsh Pain Society, and the Stanford University Institute of Design.Kathryn also interviews Author Susan Partovi MD.Dr. Susan Partovi first experienced poverty medicine volunteering at a dump site in Tijuana during high school. There, she recognized the need for all people to have access to quality medical care. Over the years, she has worked in various facilities around Los Angeles County, incorporating her renegade method of going the extra mile for her patients. As Medical Director of Homeless Health Care Los Angeles, she works to provide a safety net of care for the underserved Skid Row community. She started documenting her patients’ stories so that others could hear their voices. Along the way, she began to understand how her personal ethics evolved—from a challenging childhood and complicated relationships with her parents, through professional hurdles—often, she had to push against a system that doesn’t always put the patient first. She was dubbed the “Renegade MD” by Los Angeles Magazine for her unconventional tactics to earn the trust of her patients.
Kathryn interviews Author Frank Forencich.In the popular imagination, activism is usually seen as an inconvenient, difficult, and stressful enterprise. But what if we’re wrong about all of that? Could activism actually make the human animal stronger? As the co-creator of an innovation organization Activism Is Medicine, Frank Forencich emphasizes the transformative power of activism as a remedy for building resilience, purpose, and overall health. He seeks to redefine activism not as a burden but as a gift that individuals can embrace for personal growth and positive societal change. He has been a featured speaker at prestigious events, including the Ancestral Health Symposium, Google, the Dr. Robert D. Conn Heart Conference, the Welsh Pain Society, and the Stanford University Institute of Design.Kathryn also interviews Author Susan Partovi MD.Dr. Susan Partovi first experienced poverty medicine volunteering at a dump site in Tijuana during high school. There, she recognized the need for all people to have access to quality medical care. Over the years, she has worked in various facilities around Los Angeles County, incorporating her renegade method of going the extra mile for her patients. As Medical Director of Homeless Health Care Los Angeles, she works to provide a safety net of care for the underserved Skid Row community. She started documenting her patients’ stories so that others could hear their voices. Along the way, she began to understand how her personal ethics evolved—from a challenging childhood and complicated relationships with her parents, through professional hurdles—often, she had to push against a system that doesn’t always put the patient first. She was dubbed the “Renegade MD” by Los Angeles Magazine for her unconventional tactics to earn the trust of her patients.
Kathryn interviews Author Khara Croswaite Brindle LMHT.As many as 1 in 12 people are estranged from a family member. The choice is a challenging one and typically follows an emotional cycle that eventually lessens the grief and leads them to discover a new sense of self. Daughters who have experienced repeated discomfort, hurt, trauma, or risks to safety from their mothers, will often grapple with the decision to estrange. Their choice is neither impulsive nor rash. When exploring their current relationship, their growing awareness of alienation, lack of affection, abuse, or neglect can push them to consider cutting ties. Khara Croswaite Brindle examines the challenges and needs of adult daughters navigating the immensely difficult and defining event of estranging from their mother. She is a licensed mental health therapist in private practice in Denver, Colorado and holds various other roles, including financial therapist,TEDx Speaker, burnout consultant, author and professor.Kathryn also interviews Radio Host Joyce Bender.In 1985, Joyce Bender had a life-threatening accident due to epilepsy that caused a cerebral hemorrhage requiring subsequent brain surgery. Against all odds, she recovered from this accident that left her with a 70 percent hearing loss in one ear and a realization that she had epilepsy. This accident changed the trajectory of her life and led to the founding of Bender Consulting Services, Inc. She is also CEO and Founder of the Bender Leadership Academy in Pittsburgh, PA. Her focus for both organizations is employment for people with disabilities. As a woman living with epilepsy and hard of hearing, she has dedicated her life to a crusade for youth and adults to gain the dream of competitive employment. She works tirelessly to break down the barriers and stigma that exist for people with disabilities and has been recognized fo her work by the Bush and Clinton administrations. She hosts the radio show, Disability Matters with Joyce Bender and has been featured in periodicals including Reader's Digest, the NYTimes, Investor’s Business Daily, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and the Chicago Tribune.
Kathryn interviews Author Khara Croswaite Brindle LMHT.As many as 1 in 12 people are estranged from a family member. The choice is a challenging one and typically follows an emotional cycle that eventually lessens the grief and leads them to discover a new sense of self. Daughters who have experienced repeated discomfort, hurt, trauma, or risks to safety from their mothers, will often grapple with the decision to estrange. Their choice is neither impulsive nor rash. When exploring their current relationship, their growing awareness of alienation, lack of affection, abuse, or neglect can push them to consider cutting ties. Khara Croswaite Brindle examines the challenges and needs of adult daughters navigating the immensely difficult and defining event of estranging from their mother. She is a licensed mental health therapist in private practice in Denver, Colorado and holds various other roles, including financial therapist,TEDx Speaker, burnout consultant, author and professor.Kathryn also interviews Radio Host Joyce Bender.In 1985, Joyce Bender had a life-threatening accident due to epilepsy that caused a cerebral hemorrhage requiring subsequent brain surgery. Against all odds, she recovered from this accident that left her with a 70 percent hearing loss in one ear and a realization that she had epilepsy. This accident changed the trajectory of her life and led to the founding of Bender Consulting Services, Inc. She is also CEO and Founder of the Bender Leadership Academy in Pittsburgh, PA. Her focus for both organizations is employment for people with disabilities. As a woman living with epilepsy and hard of hearing, she has dedicated her life to a crusade for youth and adults to gain the dream of competitive employment. She works tirelessly to break down the barriers and stigma that exist for people with disabilities and has been recognized fo her work by the Bush and Clinton administrations. She hosts the radio show, Disability Matters with Joyce Bender and has been featured in periodicals including Reader's Digest, the NYTimes, Investor’s Business Daily, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and the Chicago Tribune.
Kathryn interviews Author Dustin Dunbar PhD.Dustin Dunbar had it all, a beautiful wife, two sweet baby girls, a degree in psychology, and properties around the world—the building blocks of a nascent real estate empire. All the while, he happily believed every lie alcohol told him, such as how whisky, beer and doing shots are an integral part of being a “real man.” It wasn’t until after many damaging years of alcohol dependency that he escaped what he dubs “the alcohol matrix,” breaking free from the myths that alcohol compelled him to believe in. Dunbar exposes the practices used by advertisers and marketers to entrap us to drink and invites us to discover the real you that thrives on the other side of addiction. He is a coach at WeAretheAFR.org, a non-profit online community helping others with alcohol addiction. Dunbar was handpicked by Ryan Seacrest in 2009 as the shrink and life coach on LA Shrink and Dallas Life Coach.Kathryn also interviews Author Brian Biro.Armed with degrees from Stanford University and UCLA, Brian Biro has drawn inspiration from NCAA and SEC championship-winning coaches Pat Summitt and John Wooden. His book explores the essential values of humility, loyalty, encouragement and respect as exhibited by these legends. Lessons from the Legends transcends the basketball court, offering a championship team building formula applicable to teachers, business leaders, parents, and anyone striving to make character their reputation. Biro is a bestselling author and public speaker having delivered over 1,800 presentations on leadership and teambuilding and breaking through globally. He emphasizes how business leaders ensure that their personal character aligns with their professional reputation, advocating for excellence over ego. Biro has been featured on Good Morning America, CNN and numerous podcasts.
Kathryn interviews Author Dustin Dunbar PhD.Dustin Dunbar had it all, a beautiful wife, two sweet baby girls, a degree in psychology, and properties around the world—the building blocks of a nascent real estate empire. All the while, he happily believed every lie alcohol told him, such as how whisky, beer and doing shots are an integral part of being a “real man.” It wasn’t until after many damaging years of alcohol dependency that he escaped what he dubs “the alcohol matrix,” breaking free from the myths that alcohol compelled him to believe in. Dunbar exposes the practices used by advertisers and marketers to entrap us to drink and invites us to discover the real you that thrives on the other side of addiction. He is a coach at WeAretheAFR.org, a non-profit online community helping others with alcohol addiction. Dunbar was handpicked by Ryan Seacrest in 2009 as the shrink and life coach on LA Shrink and Dallas Life Coach.Kathryn also interviews Author Brian Biro.Armed with degrees from Stanford University and UCLA, Brian Biro has drawn inspiration from NCAA and SEC championship-winning coaches Pat Summitt and John Wooden. His book explores the essential values of humility, loyalty, encouragement and respect as exhibited by these legends. Lessons from the Legends transcends the basketball court, offering a championship team building formula applicable to teachers, business leaders, parents, and anyone striving to make character their reputation. Biro is a bestselling author and public speaker having delivered over 1,800 presentations on leadership and teambuilding and breaking through globally. He emphasizes how business leaders ensure that their personal character aligns with their professional reputation, advocating for excellence over ego. Biro has been featured on Good Morning America, CNN and numerous podcasts.
Kathryn interviews Author Mary Jordan.Many of us don’t realize there are things we can do to mitigate the risk of dementia. Whether you have a close relative with dementia, a history of high-risk factors for this condition, or a diagnosis of MCI (mild cognitive impairment), you may be concerned to know how personally 'at risk' you or a loved one is, and what you can do to 'dodge' what is definitely not inevitable. Mary Jordan guides readers through the many factors associated with developing dementia and the science behind our current understanding including diet, exercise, trauma, pharmaceuticals, genetics, social isolation just to name a few. She is a director and founder of Adapt Dementia Ltd formed to help people find a better way to live with dementia. She has specific first hand experience of dementia through her work for Alzheimer’s Society, a UK dementia charity and co-authored the award-winning:End of Life, The Essential Guide to Caring.Kathryn also interviews Author Jane Boulware.No one expected Jane Boulware, the scrappy girl from the cornfields of Iowa, who paid for college selling used carpet to become a leader of billion-dollar businesses and a top Microsoft executive. She now reflects on her unconventional path from poverty to success seamlessly blending humor, introspection and a fiery spirit. She confronts societal norms and the demanding realm of corporate America. Jane delves deep, sharing her triumphs, personal struggles, and battle with bulimia, all approached with genuine transparency and compassion. What truly sets this memoir apart is her perspective on success. For her, it's not about mere titles or individual milestones. It's about collaboration, 'reaching back to lift others,' and recognizing that true success is a collective journey. Jane has launched three billion-dollar businesses, been VP of the largest merger in the history of the US, forged global alliances and served on many boards including Boys and Girls Clubs.
Kathryn interviews Author Mary Jordan.Many of us don’t realize there are things we can do to mitigate the risk of dementia. Whether you have a close relative with dementia, a history of high-risk factors for this condition, or a diagnosis of MCI (mild cognitive impairment), you may be concerned to know how personally 'at risk' you or a loved one is, and what you can do to 'dodge' what is definitely not inevitable. Mary Jordan guides readers through the many factors associated with developing dementia and the science behind our current understanding including diet, exercise, trauma, pharmaceuticals, genetics, social isolation just to name a few. She is a director and founder of Adapt Dementia Ltd formed to help people find a better way to live with dementia. She has specific first hand experience of dementia through her work for Alzheimer’s Society, a UK dementia charity and co-authored the award-winning:End of Life, The Essential Guide to Caring.Kathryn also interviews Author Jane Boulware.No one expected Jane Boulware, the scrappy girl from the cornfields of Iowa, who paid for college selling used carpet to become a leader of billion-dollar businesses and a top Microsoft executive. She now reflects on her unconventional path from poverty to success seamlessly blending humor, introspection and a fiery spirit. She confronts societal norms and the demanding realm of corporate America. Jane delves deep, sharing her triumphs, personal struggles, and battle with bulimia, all approached with genuine transparency and compassion. What truly sets this memoir apart is her perspective on success. For her, it's not about mere titles or individual milestones. It's about collaboration, 'reaching back to lift others,' and recognizing that true success is a collective journey. Jane has launched three billion-dollar businesses, been VP of the largest merger in the history of the US, forged global alliances and served on many boards including Boys and Girls Clubs.
Kathryn interviews Author Jennifer Hernandez.At just eight years old, Jennifer Hernandez encountered horrors typically found in fiction – discovering her home unlocked and vandalized, with the terrifying word Die painted in blood-red on her bedroom wall. This marked the beginning of her tumultuous journey through parental abandonment, unstable living conditions, early substance use, teen pregnancy, and a search for belonging within the inner-city gangs of Chicago. If she was capable of escaping the depths of trauma and self-loathing to a life of recovery, abundance, and joy, she believes anyone who is brave enough to help themselves can do the same. In her inspiring new memoir, she chronicles the complete transformation of her life, and how she found incredible success and happiness against all odds. Today she is in the top 1% of loan officers in the country with over 18 years invested in the mortgage industry, Top Woman Originator, and was #1 for FHA lending in Illinois.Kathryn also interviews Author Janet Sherlund.Like many adoptees of her generation, Janet Sherlund was born as the offspring of teenage parents. Her mother was forced to have her baby in secrecy. Sherlund would come to learn that her mother was unusual for her time. Not only did she not tell the father she was pregnant, she wanted nothing to do with her baby and never even looked at her newborn. All she had to go on when she began her search was a false narrative written about her biological parents by the adoption agency. In her memoir, she paints a vivid portrait of the detachment and longing of an adopted child and the lifelong quest to find her biological mother. It’s an unflinching examination of the grief and trauma caused by this primal separation and the dogged determination it takes to face the forces of opposition—both internal and external—to finally achieve answers. She has served on nonprofit boards in education, health and the cultural arts.
Kathryn interviews Author Jennifer Hernandez.At just eight years old, Jennifer Hernandez encountered horrors typically found in fiction – discovering her home unlocked and vandalized, with the terrifying word Die painted in blood-red on her bedroom wall. This marked the beginning of her tumultuous journey through parental abandonment, unstable living conditions, early substance use, teen pregnancy, and a search for belonging within the inner-city gangs of Chicago. If she was capable of escaping the depths of trauma and self-loathing to a life of recovery, abundance, and joy, she believes anyone who is brave enough to help themselves can do the same. In her inspiring new memoir, she chronicles the complete transformation of her life, and how she found incredible success and happiness against all odds. Today she is in the top 1% of loan officers in the country with over 18 years invested in the mortgage industry, Top Woman Originator, and was #1 for FHA lending in Illinois.Kathryn also interviews Author Janet Sherlund.Like many adoptees of her generation, Janet Sherlund was born as the offspring of teenage parents. Her mother was forced to have her baby in secrecy. Sherlund would come to learn that her mother was unusual for her time. Not only did she not tell the father she was pregnant, she wanted nothing to do with her baby and never even looked at her newborn. All she had to go on when she began her search was a false narrative written about her biological parents by the adoption agency. In her memoir, she paints a vivid portrait of the detachment and longing of an adopted child and the lifelong quest to find her biological mother. It’s an unflinching examination of the grief and trauma caused by this primal separation and the dogged determination it takes to face the forces of opposition—both internal and external—to finally achieve answers. She has served on nonprofit boards in education, health and the cultural arts.
Kathryn interviews Author Cory Doctorow.It’s thirty years from now. We’re making progress, mitigating climate change, slowly but surely. But what about all the angry old people who can’t let go. For young Americans a generation from now, climate change isn't controversial. It's just an overwhelming fact of life. And so are the great efforts to contain and mitigate it. Even when national politics oscillates back to right-wing leaders, the momentum is too great, these vast programs cannot be stopped. But there are still those Americans, mostly elderly, who cling to their red baseball caps, their grievances, their huge vehicles, their anger and to their alternative news sources that reassure them that their resentment is right and pure and that climate change is just a giant scam. Author Cory Doctorow is an activist and journalist who was recently inducted into the Canadian Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame.Kathryn also interviews Author Barney Saltzberg.Going from two eyes to four isn't a bummer! In fact, it's a rich adventure. Just ask Arlo, a shaggy, free-spirited dog who loves to play catch – until one day, he can’t see the ball anymore. He needs glasses! Barney Saltzberg shows kids the amazing powers of glasses in this treasure of a book. Inspired by his own canine companion, every child in glasses will know just how Arlo feels and will feel better because of it. Readers will follow along with Arlo as he does all the big firsts involved in getting glasses—visit a doctor, get tested on an eye chart, look through the phoropter. And then the fun part—choosing frames! What should Arlo get? Movie star glasses? Superhero glasses? Classic frames that never go out of style? Saltzberg has written tunes for the PBS show Arthur and continues to perform music for children.
Kathryn interviews Author Cory Doctorow.It’s thirty years from now. We’re making progress, mitigating climate change, slowly but surely. But what about all the angry old people who can’t let go. For young Americans a generation from now, climate change isn't controversial. It's just an overwhelming fact of life. And so are the great efforts to contain and mitigate it. Even when national politics oscillates back to right-wing leaders, the momentum is too great, these vast programs cannot be stopped. But there are still those Americans, mostly elderly, who cling to their red baseball caps, their grievances, their huge vehicles, their anger and to their alternative news sources that reassure them that their resentment is right and pure and that climate change is just a giant scam. Author Cory Doctorow is an activist and journalist who was recently inducted into the Canadian Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame.Kathryn also interviews Author Barney Saltzberg.Going from two eyes to four isn't a bummer! In fact, it's a rich adventure. Just ask Arlo, a shaggy, free-spirited dog who loves to play catch – until one day, he can’t see the ball anymore. He needs glasses! Barney Saltzberg shows kids the amazing powers of glasses in this treasure of a book. Inspired by his own canine companion, every child in glasses will know just how Arlo feels and will feel better because of it. Readers will follow along with Arlo as he does all the big firsts involved in getting glasses—visit a doctor, get tested on an eye chart, look through the phoropter. And then the fun part—choosing frames! What should Arlo get? Movie star glasses? Superhero glasses? Classic frames that never go out of style? Saltzberg has written tunes for the PBS show Arthur and continues to perform music for children.
Kathryn interviews Author Lisa Goodpaster.Children raised by narcissistic parents tend to have low self-esteem, over-achieving tendencies, and/or self-sabotaging behaviors as adults due to the possessive, critical, and controlling nature of their parents. Pinpointing this mental disorder can be difficult as many parents may display some narcissistic qualities, however, recognizing the common themes among actual narcissistic mothers and fathers is vital. Lisa Goodpaster, parental alienation survivor and childhood trauma educator, can speak on how to identify a narcissistic parent and the detrimental effects they have on their children. She is the founder of The Stephood Project - a social awareness campaign addressing parental alienation and the danger of not co-parenting our kids. She is also a motivational speaker who helps families and professionals understand the complex issues that arise.Kathryn also interviews Author Barbara Feigin.In July 1940, Barbara Feigin was a two-year-old toddler when she fled with her parents from Nazi Germany. Risking their lives with only $10.50, the clothes on their backs, and what they could carry, and with no idea where they would settle and how they would make a life for themselves. Over seventy years later, she made an incredible discovery–her father had kept a journal of their escape from Nazi Germany. Her parents had rarely spoken of their escape and had never mentioned her father’s journal, and she remembered nothing of their passage. There had been a gaping hole in her family’s history, and her father’s journal would help to fill it. She shares a memoir of resilience, grit, and grace that starts with the entire text of her father’s journal, relating in his own words the terrifying details of the family’s escape. She graduated from Whitman College, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, and completed a graduate program in business administration run jointly by Harvard Business School and Radcliffe Graduate School.
Kathryn interviews Author Lisa Goodpaster.Children raised by narcissistic parents tend to have low self-esteem, over-achieving tendencies, and/or self-sabotaging behaviors as adults due to the possessive, critical, and controlling nature of their parents. Pinpointing this mental disorder can be difficult as many parents may display some narcissistic qualities, however, recognizing the common themes among actual narcissistic mothers and fathers is vital. Lisa Goodpaster, parental alienation survivor and childhood trauma educator, can speak on how to identify a narcissistic parent and the detrimental effects they have on their children. She is the founder of The Stephood Project - a social awareness campaign addressing parental alienation and the danger of not co-parenting our kids. She is also a motivational speaker who helps families and professionals understand the complex issues that arise.Kathryn also interviews Author Barbara Feigin.In July 1940, Barbara Feigin was a two-year-old toddler when she fled with her parents from Nazi Germany. Risking their lives with only $10.50, the clothes on their backs, and what they could carry, and with no idea where they would settle and how they would make a life for themselves. Over seventy years later, she made an incredible discovery–her father had kept a journal of their escape from Nazi Germany. Her parents had rarely spoken of their escape and had never mentioned her father’s journal, and she remembered nothing of their passage. There had been a gaping hole in her family’s history, and her father’s journal would help to fill it. She shares a memoir of resilience, grit, and grace that starts with the entire text of her father’s journal, relating in his own words the terrifying details of the family’s escape. She graduated from Whitman College, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, and completed a graduate program in business administration run jointly by Harvard Business School and Radcliffe Graduate School.
Kathryn interviews Author Christine Miles.The holiday season is in full swing. Holiday parties, holiday shopping, holiday decorations and get-togethers are all part of the season as are holiday tensions and arguments. The holidays are supposed to be filled with love, laughter, good cheer, and those tiny sparkly lights that make the mood feel festive. Unfortunately, celebration often deteriorates into epic discord when family and friends gather during the season. Christine Miles, known worldwide as the ‘listening guide’ says the root of most holiday tension and arguments stems from not listening to each other. She says we listen to less than 3% of what is said to us before forming an answer. This leads to increased stress and tension especially at the holidays. She has a list of tips on how to avoid holiday arguments and tensions that will allow you to come together as a family and even enjoy the office parties. Christine is a professional keynote speaker, consultant, executive coach, thought leader, entrepreneur, and radio show host. Kathryn also interviews Author Sandy Robertson RN, MSN, PH-CNS.There’s valuable insight found when we take a close look at our eating habits. Understanding how and why we eat can reveal that our deeper self is in need of self-care. Have you ever asked yourself, Is this the nourishment I need? Why Am I eating this? Registered nurse and former corporate and hospital wellness program manager Sandy Robertson shares steps in which readers can transform their relationship with food, making space for self-care as a form of nourishment. With a background in holistic nursing and leading preventive lifestyle change programs around mind/body wellness in several corporations and hospitals, Robertson brings her wealth of knowledge to this 2nd edition of the book. She is a Board Certified Holistic Nurse and for the past 25 years has been in the forefront of integrative, complementary and mind/body approaches to behavior change.
Kathryn interviews Author Christine Miles.The holiday season is in full swing. Holiday parties, holiday shopping, holiday decorations and get-togethers are all part of the season as are holiday tensions and arguments. The holidays are supposed to be filled with love, laughter, good cheer, and those tiny sparkly lights that make the mood feel festive. Unfortunately, celebration often deteriorates into epic discord when family and friends gather during the season. Christine Miles, known worldwide as the ‘listening guide’ says the root of most holiday tension and arguments stems from not listening to each other. She says we listen to less than 3% of what is said to us before forming an answer. This leads to increased stress and tension especially at the holidays. She has a list of tips on how to avoid holiday arguments and tensions that will allow you to come together as a family and even enjoy the office parties. Christine is a professional keynote speaker, consultant, executive coach, thought leader, entrepreneur, and radio show host. Kathryn also interviews Author Sandy Robertson RN, MSN, PH-CNS.There’s valuable insight found when we take a close look at our eating habits. Understanding how and why we eat can reveal that our deeper self is in need of self-care. Have you ever asked yourself, Is this the nourishment I need? Why Am I eating this? Registered nurse and former corporate and hospital wellness program manager Sandy Robertson shares steps in which readers can transform their relationship with food, making space for self-care as a form of nourishment. With a background in holistic nursing and leading preventive lifestyle change programs around mind/body wellness in several corporations and hospitals, Robertson brings her wealth of knowledge to this 2nd edition of the book. She is a Board Certified Holistic Nurse and for the past 25 years has been in the forefront of integrative, complementary and mind/body approaches to behavior change.
Kathryn interviews Author Theo Boyd.In June 2019, Theo Boyd was content and fulfilled. She enjoyed teaching high school English and was proud to have a daughter in college. She had a beautiful home in a suburb of Dallas, Texas, and a successful husband. She had a close, loving relationship with her sister and her parents. Life had become what she had always wanted—until July 29, 2019. On that terrible day, her mother was killed in a tragic farming accident, run over by a tractor her father was driving. She writes with honesty and raw emotion about the day that started the contagion of devastating events that would leave her “without hope, without purpose, without direction.” Theo had no idea of the blows to come over the next three years. She reveals the story of her struggle with complicated lingering grief that comes after unexpected unspeakable loss. Theo is a former high school English teacher and an active volunteer in community organizations.Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. Ski Chilton.Scientists have a reputation for being highly rational, basing their opinions on empirical data. Acclaimed evolutionary biochemist and geneticist Dr. Ski Chilton was no different. Reflecting back on his accomplishments and outlook on life, he admits, “there was not a person who pooh-poohed meditation more.” Then, a Sunday morning violent encounter with an untamed Arabian horse nearly cost him his life, and “it was at that point that moving from science to the sacred in meditation became real.” From his new vantage point in a wheelchair, he shifted his focus from the purely empirical to the deeply spiritual, immersing himself in mindfulness and meditation practices. This journey not only facilitated his physical recovery but also ushered in a profound spiritual enlightenment he never saw coming. Chilton is the founder of Heroes Helping Heroes and is the executive director of the World Shoe Fund. He was recently inducted into the prestigious National Academy of Inventors.
Kathryn interviews Author Theo Boyd.In June 2019, Theo Boyd was content and fulfilled. She enjoyed teaching high school English and was proud to have a daughter in college. She had a beautiful home in a suburb of Dallas, Texas, and a successful husband. She had a close, loving relationship with her sister and her parents. Life had become what she had always wanted—until July 29, 2019. On that terrible day, her mother was killed in a tragic farming accident, run over by a tractor her father was driving. She writes with honesty and raw emotion about the day that started the contagion of devastating events that would leave her “without hope, without purpose, without direction.” Theo had no idea of the blows to come over the next three years. She reveals the story of her struggle with complicated lingering grief that comes after unexpected unspeakable loss. Theo is a former high school English teacher and an active volunteer in community organizations.Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. Ski Chilton.Scientists have a reputation for being highly rational, basing their opinions on empirical data. Acclaimed evolutionary biochemist and geneticist Dr. Ski Chilton was no different. Reflecting back on his accomplishments and outlook on life, he admits, “there was not a person who pooh-poohed meditation more.” Then, a Sunday morning violent encounter with an untamed Arabian horse nearly cost him his life, and “it was at that point that moving from science to the sacred in meditation became real.” From his new vantage point in a wheelchair, he shifted his focus from the purely empirical to the deeply spiritual, immersing himself in mindfulness and meditation practices. This journey not only facilitated his physical recovery but also ushered in a profound spiritual enlightenment he never saw coming. Chilton is the founder of Heroes Helping Heroes and is the executive director of the World Shoe Fund. He was recently inducted into the prestigious National Academy of Inventors.
Kathryn interviews Author Jeffrey Meshel.There are two reasons we don’t trust people: We don’t know them. We know them. Just ask Jeffrey Meshel. At the age of four, he was kidnapped. The next year, his parents divorced and he was raised by his alcoholic mom. As an adult, his marriage fell apart and his kids were turned against him by his ex-wife. Later, he was badly burned by a business partner whom he labels a psychopath. He certainly has reasons not to trust others, especially when those closest to him violated his trust. But there is hope. In his book he shares a profusion of sharp insights and examples displaying the double-edged sword of trust. He examines the role of trust, from whom consumers buy from, to which news media to follow, to which politician to support and to which people closest to us are worthy of trust. Jeffrey is founder of Candor Capital Partners and has been featured on The Today Show.Kathryn also interviews Author Sandro Galea.During the COVID-19 pandemic, public health was subject to endless debate, but much of that debate was clouded by partisan politics and right-wing denialism. With the emergency phase of COVID in the past, now is the time for us to honestly reflect on how public health was managed in the face of its greatest challenge, a once-in-a-century global pandemic. As Sandro Galea explains, public health initiatives have saved countless lives since 2020, but its leading institutions became mired in politics, lost the public’s trust, and strayed from some of their core tenets. Acknowledging that the public health establishment lost sight of its core values isn’t to betray a political party or militant anti-vaxxers. It is merely to recognize that a thoughtful review of the last 3 years is a vital step toward a healthier and more trusted system. Sandro Galea MD is dean of the Boston University School of Public Health, has been named an epidemiology innovator by Time, a top voice in healthcare by LinkedIn, and is one of the most cited social scientists in the world.
Kathryn interviews Author Jeffrey Meshel.There are two reasons we don’t trust people: We don’t know them. We know them. Just ask Jeffrey Meshel. At the age of four, he was kidnapped. The next year, his parents divorced and he was raised by his alcoholic mom. As an adult, his marriage fell apart and his kids were turned against him by his ex-wife. Later, he was badly burned by a business partner whom he labels a psychopath. He certainly has reasons not to trust others, especially when those closest to him violated his trust. But there is hope. In his book he shares a profusion of sharp insights and examples displaying the double-edged sword of trust. He examines the role of trust, from whom consumers buy from, to which news media to follow, to which politician to support and to which people closest to us are worthy of trust. Jeffrey is founder of Candor Capital Partners and has been featured on The Today Show.Kathryn also interviews Author Sandro Galea.During the COVID-19 pandemic, public health was subject to endless debate, but much of that debate was clouded by partisan politics and right-wing denialism. With the emergency phase of COVID in the past, now is the time for us to honestly reflect on how public health was managed in the face of its greatest challenge, a once-in-a-century global pandemic. As Sandro Galea explains, public health initiatives have saved countless lives since 2020, but its leading institutions became mired in politics, lost the public’s trust, and strayed from some of their core tenets. Acknowledging that the public health establishment lost sight of its core values isn’t to betray a political party or militant anti-vaxxers. It is merely to recognize that a thoughtful review of the last 3 years is a vital step toward a healthier and more trusted system. Sandro Galea MD is dean of the Boston University School of Public Health, has been named an epidemiology innovator by Time, a top voice in healthcare by LinkedIn, and is one of the most cited social scientists in the world.
Kathryn interviews Author Dr. Sophia Edwards-Bennett MD, PhD.Dr. Sophia Edwards-Bennett, an award-winning radiation oncologist, has dedicated her book to people diagnosed with and suffering from cancer. She provides compassionate guidance for patients and loved ones affected by a cancer diagnosis. Taking us past the dark aftermath of diagnosis, she entreats cancer patients to not indulge in a state of hopelessness, filled with the devastation of why me?”. She shows us how to adopt hope rather than despair, embracing the journey of Soul immunity by relying on forgiveness and gratitude to achieve it. Dr. Sophia Edwards-Bennett holds her medical and oncology postgraduate education from Harvard’s Cancer Therapeutics and Research Program, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Cornell Medical College. She also has a podcast and Youtube channel where she positively influences the mindset of cancer patients.Kathryn also interviews Podcast Host Mary Beth Albright.Is hunger real? Can food affect a negotiation? Does who I'm eating with change the flavor of my meal? Mary Beth Albright, award-winning food journalist, attorney and author of Eat and Flourish, answers these questions and more in EAT YOU’LL FEEL BETTER. It's a weekly 20 minute podcast for listeners curious about food, wellness, and science, and those who care about eating well but are too busy to devote their lives to it. She offers one practical action you can take each week to enhance your food mood connection. What we consume affects our physical and emotional health. She talks to chefs, researchers, food developers, flavorists, and others in the fields of food, health, and wellness. Albright is a former Washington Post food correspondent, a finalist on Food Network Star and an Iron Chef competitor. She has also written for National Geographic and was a restaurant critic for DC Magazine. Albright is a frequent panel moderator, including for the U.S. State Department and the Smithsonian.
Kathryn interviews Author Dr. Sophia Edwards-Bennett MD, PhD.Dr. Sophia Edwards-Bennett, an award-winning radiation oncologist, has dedicated her book to people diagnosed with and suffering from cancer. She provides compassionate guidance for patients and loved ones affected by a cancer diagnosis. Taking us past the dark aftermath of diagnosis, she entreats cancer patients to not indulge in a state of hopelessness, filled with the devastation of why me?”. She shows us how to adopt hope rather than despair, embracing the journey of Soul immunity by relying on forgiveness and gratitude to achieve it. Dr. Sophia Edwards-Bennett holds her medical and oncology postgraduate education from Harvard’s Cancer Therapeutics and Research Program, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Cornell Medical College. She also has a podcast and Youtube channel where she positively influences the mindset of cancer patients.Kathryn also interviews Podcast Host Mary Beth Albright.Is hunger real? Can food affect a negotiation? Does who I'm eating with change the flavor of my meal? Mary Beth Albright, award-winning food journalist, attorney and author of Eat and Flourish, answers these questions and more in EAT YOU’LL FEEL BETTER. It's a weekly 20 minute podcast for listeners curious about food, wellness, and science, and those who care about eating well but are too busy to devote their lives to it. She offers one practical action you can take each week to enhance your food mood connection. What we consume affects our physical and emotional health. She talks to chefs, researchers, food developers, flavorists, and others in the fields of food, health, and wellness. Albright is a former Washington Post food correspondent, a finalist on Food Network Star and an Iron Chef competitor. She has also written for National Geographic and was a restaurant critic for DC Magazine. Albright is a frequent panel moderator, including for the U.S. State Department and the Smithsonian.
Kathryn interviews Author Betsy Coffeen.Cate, a curious and compassionate butterfly, is jostled out of a daydream and finds herself face-to-face with a fuzzy stranger who buzzes away before the two have a chance to chat. When Cate notices that the flower petals are missing from her garden, she begins to wonder if the bumblebee is stealing the petals! She soon finds out that this mysterious and somewhat frightening bumblebee is not a thief at all but rather a kind-hearted creature who needs the petals to feed his family. She learns that the flower- hopping 'bandit’ pollinates the plants to help them grow stronger and more beautiful, highlighting for young children how our world and everything in it is interconnected. Betsy Coffeen holds a MA in psychology from ASU and was honored with the Childhelp Helping Hand Award for her decades of dedication to philanthropy.Kathryn also interviews Author Debbie Chein Morris.Debbie and Judy are twins—but Judy was born with cerebral palsy, and Debbie was not. Despite the severity of Judy’s brain damage, her parents chose to keep her at home with her three siblings well into adulthood. Her care was augmented by a succession of home attendants—until her doctor told Debbie that Judy’s care at home was wanting and she would not survive without nursing home care. Debbie Chein Morris tells of the emotional trauma she experienced when she was forced to place her sister—a sister unable to sit, stand, use a bathroom or make her needs met- in a new and strange environment. This is a memoir of love, grief and guilt and ultimately acceptance. Debbie has masters degrees from Queens College, Hofstra University and Bank Street College of Education.
Kathryn interviews Author Betsy Coffeen.Cate, a curious and compassionate butterfly, is jostled out of a daydream and finds herself face-to-face with a fuzzy stranger who buzzes away before the two have a chance to chat. When Cate notices that the flower petals are missing from her garden, she begins to wonder if the bumblebee is stealing the petals! She soon finds out that this mysterious and somewhat frightening bumblebee is not a thief at all but rather a kind-hearted creature who needs the petals to feed his family. She learns that the flower- hopping 'bandit’ pollinates the plants to help them grow stronger and more beautiful, highlighting for young children how our world and everything in it is interconnected. Betsy Coffeen holds a MA in psychology from ASU and was honored with the Childhelp Helping Hand Award for her decades of dedication to philanthropy.Kathryn also interviews Author Debbie Chein Morris.Debbie and Judy are twins—but Judy was born with cerebral palsy, and Debbie was not. Despite the severity of Judy’s brain damage, her parents chose to keep her at home with her three siblings well into adulthood. Her care was augmented by a succession of home attendants—until her doctor told Debbie that Judy’s care at home was wanting and she would not survive without nursing home care. Debbie Chein Morris tells of the emotional trauma she experienced when she was forced to place her sister—a sister unable to sit, stand, use a bathroom or make her needs met- in a new and strange environment. This is a memoir of love, grief and guilt and ultimately acceptance. Debbie has masters degrees from Queens College, Hofstra University and Bank Street College of Education.
Kathryn interviews Author Lisa Gornick.Nine years have passed since Ana Koehl had sex with her pot-addicted anesthesiologist husband, seven since she began an affair with a gonzo journalist. She’s gratified by her work as a book doula, but burdened by her belief that she need always be on call. Her elderly mother’s birthday greeting is an inflation-adjusted calculation of the cost of raising Ana in a mice-infested house, her brother has hijacked the will of their recently deceased starchitect father, her adult child is changing rapidly before her eyes, and her best friend advocates for “the truth in lies.” Gazing out at the dark moat of Central Park from behind her desk, Ana sees that she can no longer postpone making peace with her past or confronting her present. Hailed by NPR as “one of the most perceptive, compassionate writers of fiction in America, Lisa Gornick brings us this engaging novel. Her essays have appeared widely, including in the NY Times, the Paris Review, Real Simple, and the Wall Street Journal.Kathryn also interviews Author Jennifer Nelson.We hear so much about teacher shortages, burnout, and the messy transition from pandemic Zoom learning back to the classroom. Ask fifty teachers and you’ll likely get fifty answers but Jennifer Nelson brings perspective as someone who lived in Morocco (where she learned French as a child – the subject she teaches), served in the Peace Corp in Niger, and as the daughter of an international diplomat experienced more than American schools. Her tenure as a teacher also encompasses private, parochial, and public schools. Nelson brings a broader-than-usual view of what works and what doesn’t in the classroom. She is a highschool French teacher and holds undergraduate and graduate degrees from Columbia University, University of California, Berkeley and Vermont College of Fine Arts.
Kathryn interviews Author Lisa Gornick.Nine years have passed since Ana Koehl had sex with her pot-addicted anesthesiologist husband, seven since she began an affair with a gonzo journalist. She’s gratified by her work as a book doula, but burdened by her belief that she need always be on call. Her elderly mother’s birthday greeting is an inflation-adjusted calculation of the cost of raising Ana in a mice-infested house, her brother has hijacked the will of their recently deceased starchitect father, her adult child is changing rapidly before her eyes, and her best friend advocates for “the truth in lies.” Gazing out at the dark moat of Central Park from behind her desk, Ana sees that she can no longer postpone making peace with her past or confronting her present. Hailed by NPR as “one of the most perceptive, compassionate writers of fiction in America, Lisa Gornick brings us this engaging novel. Her essays have appeared widely, including in the NY Times, the Paris Review, Real Simple, and the Wall Street Journal.Kathryn also interviews Author Jennifer Nelson.We hear so much about teacher shortages, burnout, and the messy transition from pandemic Zoom learning back to the classroom. Ask fifty teachers and you’ll likely get fifty answers but Jennifer Nelson brings perspective as someone who lived in Morocco (where she learned French as a child – the subject she teaches), served in the Peace Corp in Niger, and as the daughter of an international diplomat experienced more than American schools. Her tenure as a teacher also encompasses private, parochial, and public schools. Nelson brings a broader-than-usual view of what works and what doesn’t in the classroom. She is a highschool French teacher and holds undergraduate and graduate degrees from Columbia University, University of California, Berkeley and Vermont College of Fine Arts.
Kathryn interviews Author Connie McReynolds PhD.So your child has been on Ritalin or one of the other ADHD drugs -- and you’re thinking perhaps even possibly for life. Or maybe your youngster has been diagnosed, but no amount of school behavioral therapy or special education is easing your child’s struggle. Until now, the interventions that have been proposed for children who are diagnosed with some aspect of ADHD have failed to get to the root cause of ADHD. In other words, doctors, psychologists, administrators, teachers and parents are treating symptoms, but not the cause. According to Connie McReynolds PhD, the real cause of ADHD is that a child’s brain has auditory and visual processing shortcomings. That’s not a hearing or seeing issue—it’s that the brain cannot fully hold or interpret the information coming in. She is a licensed psychologist, professor certified rehabilitation counselor, and podcast host of Roadmap to the Brain.Kathryn also interviews Author Natasha Daniels.When Natasha Daniel’s healthy 42-year-old husband suddenly died of a blood clot, she and her three children were thrown into the darkness of grief. Her children experienced difficulty eating, sleeping, and focusing. People treated them differently and they lost some friends. They had to learn how to navigate in a world that felt upside down. Daniels goes beyond the surface platitudes that many other children’s grief books provide and offers validation of the physical and social implications one often experiences with grief. It also helps children understand that often our grief is so big because our love is so big. She is an anxiety and OCD child therapist. She also hosts the AT Parenting Survival Podcast and has a Youtube Channel, Ask The Child Therapist.
Kathryn interviews Author Connie McReynolds PhD.So your child has been on Ritalin or one of the other ADHD drugs -- and you’re thinking perhaps even possibly for life. Or maybe your youngster has been diagnosed, but no amount of school behavioral therapy or special education is easing your child’s struggle. Until now, the interventions that have been proposed for children who are diagnosed with some aspect of ADHD have failed to get to the root cause of ADHD. In other words, doctors, psychologists, administrators, teachers and parents are treating symptoms, but not the cause. According to Connie McReynolds PhD, the real cause of ADHD is that a child’s brain has auditory and visual processing shortcomings. That’s not a hearing or seeing issue—it’s that the brain cannot fully hold or interpret the information coming in. She is a licensed psychologist, professor certified rehabilitation counselor, and podcast host of Roadmap to the Brain.Kathryn also interviews Author Natasha Daniels.When Natasha Daniel’s healthy 42-year-old husband suddenly died of a blood clot, she and her three children were thrown into the darkness of grief. Her children experienced difficulty eating, sleeping, and focusing. People treated them differently and they lost some friends. They had to learn how to navigate in a world that felt upside down. Daniels goes beyond the surface platitudes that many other children’s grief books provide and offers validation of the physical and social implications one often experiences with grief. It also helps children understand that often our grief is so big because our love is so big. She is an anxiety and OCD child therapist. She also hosts the AT Parenting Survival Podcast and has a Youtube Channel, Ask The Child Therapist.
Kathryn interviews Author Dravon James PhD.Most of us would like to be happier, have more influence, be better decision-makers, and be more effective leaders. What will it take for us to get there? It turns out self-awareness might be the most important muscle we need to develop. Having an accurate sense of who we are helps us to identify where we can improve. People with high self-awareness seem to understand what makes them tick and how to respond to life's challenges more effectively. Dr. Dravon James, who has a doctorate in pharmacy from Creighton University, shares the many surprising roadblocks, myths, and truths about what self-awareness is and what it takes to improve upon it. She’s a transformation specialist and founder of the Next Step Leadership Academy, a company that empowers women to reach their next level of greatness. She is also a coach on SiriusXM and an actress with recurring roles on HBO’s The Wire.Kathryn also interviews Author Guitta Harb DMD.In today's multicultural and fast-paced world, stories of resilience, adaptability, and relentless pursuit of dreams are more relevant than ever. As the narrative unfolds around immigrants and their indomitable spirit, the tale of Dr. Guitta Harb takes center stage. From a heart-stopping escape from war-ravaged Lebanon to mastering English on her own and subsequently sculpting a niche in U.S. cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Harb's life is not just awe-inspiring; it's a masterclass in resilience. Her journey symbolizes the power of ambition, adaptability and the human spirit. She's a staunch advocate for women’s empowerment, a dedicated mother and a passionate entrepreneur. This stylist Mama of two is not only rocking the latest fashion trends, she is also celebrated for performing smile makeovers and full mouth transformations daily. She can be seen on the recent season of the Real Housewives of Orange County helping young kids enjoy their first dental visit.
Kathryn interviews Author Dravon James PhD.Most of us would like to be happier, have more influence, be better decision-makers, and be more effective leaders. What will it take for us to get there? It turns out self-awareness might be the most important muscle we need to develop. Having an accurate sense of who we are helps us to identify where we can improve. People with high self-awareness seem to understand what makes them tick and how to respond to life's challenges more effectively. Dr. Dravon James, who has a doctorate in pharmacy from Creighton University, shares the many surprising roadblocks, myths, and truths about what self-awareness is and what it takes to improve upon it. She’s a transformation specialist and founder of the Next Step Leadership Academy, a company that empowers women to reach their next level of greatness. She is also a coach on SiriusXM and an actress with recurring roles on HBO’s The Wire.Kathryn also interviews Author Guitta Harb DMD.In today's multicultural and fast-paced world, stories of resilience, adaptability, and relentless pursuit of dreams are more relevant than ever. As the narrative unfolds around immigrants and their indomitable spirit, the tale of Dr. Guitta Harb takes center stage. From a heart-stopping escape from war-ravaged Lebanon to mastering English on her own and subsequently sculpting a niche in U.S. cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Harb's life is not just awe-inspiring; it's a masterclass in resilience. Her journey symbolizes the power of ambition, adaptability and the human spirit. She's a staunch advocate for women’s empowerment, a dedicated mother and a passionate entrepreneur. This stylist Mama of two is not only rocking the latest fashion trends, she is also celebrated for performing smile makeovers and full mouth transformations daily. She can be seen on the recent season of the Real Housewives of Orange County helping young kids enjoy their first dental visit.
Kathryn interviews Author Christine Gibson MD.In a world where stress and adversity are all too common, Christine Gibson MD offers concrete strategies to not only overcome challenges but to also harness them for growth. With a focus on practicality, her toolkit features over forty activities that readers can easily integrate into their lives to initiate the healing process. She empowers readers to understand how their bodies respond to stress and equips them with the tools to reshape their reflexes for post-traumatic growth. Dr Gibson, a family physician and trauma therapist, provides a blueprint for navigating the complex journey of healing after trauma She's on social media as TikTokTraumaDoc with 130k followers and runs an international non-profit Global Familymed Foundation to train professionals how to manage workplace trauma - Safer Spaces TrainingKathryn also interviews Author Donna Marie Hayes.As a Jamaican immigrant at the top of her game, thriving in New York City, Donna Marie Hayes’ career was soaring on Wall Street and she was starring in her own one woman show off Broadway only to be scammed by a man she had met on a dating app, someone she thought she would marry. This wasn’t the way it was supposed to be. She learned that she had been a target from the beginning, the victim of a romance/real estate scam perpetrated by a career criminal and ex-con. Suddenly, her financial independence was at risk and so was her ability to trust herself. This is the story of how that woman rose yet again to find her power. She is a SAG-AFTRA actress and cabaret singer. As an ICF-certified coach, she owns a coaching practice dedicated to helping women shed victimhood for empowerment.
Kathryn interviews Author Christine Gibson MD.In a world where stress and adversity are all too common, Christine Gibson MD offers concrete strategies to not only overcome challenges but to also harness them for growth. With a focus on practicality, her toolkit features over forty activities that readers can easily integrate into their lives to initiate the healing process. She empowers readers to understand how their bodies respond to stress and equips them with the tools to reshape their reflexes for post-traumatic growth. Dr Gibson, a family physician and trauma therapist, provides a blueprint for navigating the complex journey of healing after trauma She's on social media as TikTokTraumaDoc with 130k followers and runs an international non-profit Global Familymed Foundation to train professionals how to manage workplace trauma - Safer Spaces TrainingKathryn also interviews Author Donna Marie Hayes.As a Jamaican immigrant at the top of her game, thriving in New York City, Donna Marie Hayes’ career was soaring on Wall Street and she was starring in her own one woman show off Broadway only to be scammed by a man she had met on a dating app, someone she thought she would marry. This wasn’t the way it was supposed to be. She learned that she had been a target from the beginning, the victim of a romance/real estate scam perpetrated by a career criminal and ex-con. Suddenly, her financial independence was at risk and so was her ability to trust herself. This is the story of how that woman rose yet again to find her power. She is a SAG-AFTRA actress and cabaret singer. As an ICF-certified coach, she owns a coaching practice dedicated to helping women shed victimhood for empowerment.
metaphor, especially if it's a metaphor of building a house, from the foundation to the framing to the rooms inside. That's how Jeanne Collins was able to leave hardship and pain behind and build her own house on a hill. She explains how laying a strong foundation by doing the work to address the pain of the past, building pillars to support yourself and putting up the right kind of walls can result in the reconstruction of your emotional wellness and connection in your life. She is an award-winning interior designer who left the corporate world behind to find her true self through design and internal reflection. She was the winner of the 2022 Luxe Magazine Red Award and was recently nominated as an HGTV Designer of the Year.Kathryn also interviews Producer, Director Robert Craig.As of January 2023, homelessness in Phoenix has increased 72% since 2017. The problem is widespread and seems to have no solution in sight. Robert Craig, founder of Robert Craig Films will soon release No Address, a scripted feature film that sheds light on the human side of homelessness with beautiful and compelling storytelling. The movie is just one part of a five-pronged approach called The Big 5 Campaign - a combination of five inspiring productions that, in addition to the film, include a documentary, book, music and interactive resource guide, all focused on homelessness and geared to inspire action. The Big 5 Campaign also integrates The Big 5 Giveback.” Robert Craig Films is pledging $1,000,000 from the Robert Craig Foundation, along with 50% of the net proceeds from all five productions, to assist nonprofits addressing homelessness.
metaphor, especially if it's a metaphor of building a house, from the foundation to the framing to the rooms inside. That's how Jeanne Collins was able to leave hardship and pain behind and build her own house on a hill. She explains how laying a strong foundation by doing the work to address the pain of the past, building pillars to support yourself and putting up the right kind of walls can result in the reconstruction of your emotional wellness and connection in your life. She is an award-winning interior designer who left the corporate world behind to find her true self through design and internal reflection. She was the winner of the 2022 Luxe Magazine Red Award and was recently nominated as an HGTV Designer of the Year.Kathryn also interviews Producer, Director Robert Craig.As of January 2023, homelessness in Phoenix has increased 72% since 2017. The problem is widespread and seems to have no solution in sight. Robert Craig, founder of Robert Craig Films will soon release No Address, a scripted feature film that sheds light on the human side of homelessness with beautiful and compelling storytelling. The movie is just one part of a five-pronged approach called The Big 5 Campaign - a combination of five inspiring productions that, in addition to the film, include a documentary, book, music and interactive resource guide, all focused on homelessness and geared to inspire action. The Big 5 Campaign also integrates The Big 5 Giveback.” Robert Craig Films is pledging $1,000,000 from the Robert Craig Foundation, along with 50% of the net proceeds from all five productions, to assist nonprofits addressing homelessness.
Kathryn interviews Author PJ Caldas.For as long as she can remember, Yinyin heard she was poised to become part of something big. Then it happened. She was invited to join a scientific experiment that would allow her to connect her brain to others and become so powerful, she would be unbeatable. Though, it would also require her to allow others to have access to family secrets she was sworn to protect. Emmy award winner, bestselling author and martial artist PJ Caldas brings us this Sci-Fi thriller featuring a strong female protagonist and martial artist who travels from China to the U.S. with the goal of teaching martial arts to women so they can protect themselves from the attacks and abuse of men. It also tells the story of how AI affects her life. Caldas has been named to Adweek's Creative 100, Ad Age's Creativity 50, and to the 4A's 100 People Who Make Advertising Great.Kathryn also interviews Author Diane Gottlieb MSW. What happens when 49 authors sit down to craft their experiences of living in a body? Magic! Diane Gottlieb carefully curates a magical anthology of short essays, filled with trauma and triumph, pleasures and pain, challenges, resilience and growth. No matter where you turn in this tribute to the miracles, mishaps and mysteries of the body, you will be moved.A host of seasoned writers present a stunning array of diverse voices, journeys and literary forms. Awakenings will sometimes make you laugh, often make you cry, and will always spur a deep appreciation for the flesh and bones that carry us all through life. Gottlieb's writing appears in 2023 Best Microfiction, HuffPost, Chicago Review of Books, About Place Journal, and 100 Word Stories. She is the founder and author of Woman Pause, a newsletter dedicated to lifting the voices of women over 50.
Kathryn interviews Author PJ Caldas.For as long as she can remember, Yinyin heard she was poised to become part of something big. Then it happened. She was invited to join a scientific experiment that would allow her to connect her brain to others and become so powerful, she would be unbeatable. Though, it would also require her to allow others to have access to family secrets she was sworn to protect. Emmy award winner, bestselling author and martial artist PJ Caldas brings us this Sci-Fi thriller featuring a strong female protagonist and martial artist who travels from China to the U.S. with the goal of teaching martial arts to women so they can protect themselves from the attacks and abuse of men. It also tells the story of how AI affects her life. Caldas has been named to Adweek's Creative 100, Ad Age's Creativity 50, and to the 4A's 100 People Who Make Advertising Great.Kathryn also interviews Author Diane Gottlieb MSW. What happens when 49 authors sit down to craft their experiences of living in a body? Magic! Diane Gottlieb carefully curates a magical anthology of short essays, filled with trauma and triumph, pleasures and pain, challenges, resilience and growth. No matter where you turn in this tribute to the miracles, mishaps and mysteries of the body, you will be moved.A host of seasoned writers present a stunning array of diverse voices, journeys and literary forms. Awakenings will sometimes make you laugh, often make you cry, and will always spur a deep appreciation for the flesh and bones that carry us all through life. Gottlieb's writing appears in 2023 Best Microfiction, HuffPost, Chicago Review of Books, About Place Journal, and 100 Word Stories. She is the founder and author of Woman Pause, a newsletter dedicated to lifting the voices of women over 50.
Kathryn interviews Author Carrie Rickert.A catalyst is something or someone that provokes significant change. A trauma can be a catalyst too. The change--whether physical, emotional, spiritual, or all three--doesn't happen immediately. The change is a journey with side steps and detours along the way. The only hard and fast rule is that you can't go back to who you were before. Carrie Rickert, a seasoned business life coach and consultant shares her journey of change after such a catalyst. Her life-threatening accident and related complications started her down this path of examining what was, what is, and what could be. Most importantly, this is a story of hope, of possibility and of embracing the fight to become something new. Rickert is the founder and CEO of Nomis Advisors, a management consultancy firm.Kathryn also interviews Author Adia Harvey Wingfield PhD. Despite today’s multi-billion-dollar diversity industry, workplace inequality is still very real. While explicit discrimination no longer occurs and organizations make internal and public pledges to honor and achieve “diversity” - employees of color, particularly Black workers, remain less likely to be hired, stall out at middle levels, and rarely progress to senior leadership positions. Why? According to award-winning sociologist Adia Harvey Wingfield PhD the reason is to be found in what she calls “gray areas.” She provides actionable solutions for creating a truly equitable future, including “what you can do” checklists geared toward management, HR and colleagues. Wingfield is the Mary Tileston Hemenway Professor of Arts & Sciences and Vice Dean for Faculty Development and Diversity at Washington University in St. Louis. She writes regularly for mainstream outlets, including Slate, The Atlantic and Vox.
Kathryn interviews Author Carrie Rickert.A catalyst is something or someone that provokes significant change. A trauma can be a catalyst too. The change--whether physical, emotional, spiritual, or all three--doesn't happen immediately. The change is a journey with side steps and detours along the way. The only hard and fast rule is that you can't go back to who you were before. Carrie Rickert, a seasoned business life coach and consultant shares her journey of change after such a catalyst. Her life-threatening accident and related complications started her down this path of examining what was, what is, and what could be. Most importantly, this is a story of hope, of possibility and of embracing the fight to become something new. Rickert is the founder and CEO of Nomis Advisors, a management consultancy firm.Kathryn also interviews Author Adia Harvey Wingfield PhD. Despite today’s multi-billion-dollar diversity industry, workplace inequality is still very real. While explicit discrimination no longer occurs and organizations make internal and public pledges to honor and achieve “diversity” - employees of color, particularly Black workers, remain less likely to be hired, stall out at middle levels, and rarely progress to senior leadership positions. Why? According to award-winning sociologist Adia Harvey Wingfield PhD the reason is to be found in what she calls “gray areas.” She provides actionable solutions for creating a truly equitable future, including “what you can do” checklists geared toward management, HR and colleagues. Wingfield is the Mary Tileston Hemenway Professor of Arts & Sciences and Vice Dean for Faculty Development and Diversity at Washington University in St. Louis. She writes regularly for mainstream outlets, including Slate, The Atlantic and Vox.
Kathryn interviews Author William J. Kole.On Meet the Press, Donald Trump said he supports competency tests for older politicians. Earlier, Mitt Romney announced he will not seek reelection in 2024, and Mitch McConnell froze up publicly for a second time. But despite recent calls for term limits and age limits in leadership, Americans should get used to aging politicians for better or worse, according to acclaimed journalist William J. Kole. There are consequences of older leadership, It risks prioritizing seniors’ issues and concerns over those of younger citizens. Kole explains there are also racial considerations to having older leaders. The troubling truth is that extreme longevity tends to be overwhelmingly white, a product of the “weathering theory”, the idea that the health of African Americans begins to deteriorate in early adulthood as a physical consequence of socio-economic disadvantages. He recently retired as New England editor for The Associated Press, is an award-winning former foreign correspondent who’s reported from North America, Europe, Africa and the Middle East.Kathryn also interviews Author Antonia Deignan. Antonia (“Tuni”) Deignan spent most of her life using a whole host of coping mechanisms to avoid facing the trauma of her childhood, a sexually abusive father and a mother who seemed helpless to stop him. But when a bike accident rendered her immobile and dependent on narcotics at age of fifty-five, she finally sat down to unwind and understand the circus of her life; a journey that led her to a place of understanding, peace, and even joy. She tells the emotional story of how she grappled with her relationship with her parents, the aftermath of her rape, an eating disorder, drug and alcohol excesses, and shame as she came of age and began to build a life. In order to not lose her inner innocence, in order to protect herself, in order to believe in love, she began early on to create imaginary worlds into which she could escape—to use dreams to transport her away from her fears. She is a mother, a dancer and a writer. Her work has been published in print magazines and online.
Kathryn interviews Author William J. Kole.On Meet the Press, Donald Trump said he supports competency tests for older politicians. Earlier, Mitt Romney announced he will not seek reelection in 2024, and Mitch McConnell froze up publicly for a second time. But despite recent calls for term limits and age limits in leadership, Americans should get used to aging politicians for better or worse, according to acclaimed journalist William J. Kole. There are consequences of older leadership, It risks prioritizing seniors’ issues and concerns over those of younger citizens. Kole explains there are also racial considerations to having older leaders. The troubling truth is that extreme longevity tends to be overwhelmingly white, a product of the “weathering theory”, the idea that the health of African Americans begins to deteriorate in early adulthood as a physical consequence of socio-economic disadvantages. He recently retired as New England editor for The Associated Press, is an award-winning former foreign correspondent who’s reported from North America, Europe, Africa and the Middle East.Kathryn also interviews Author Antonia Deignan. Antonia (“Tuni”) Deignan spent most of her life using a whole host of coping mechanisms to avoid facing the trauma of her childhood, a sexually abusive father and a mother who seemed helpless to stop him. But when a bike accident rendered her immobile and dependent on narcotics at age of fifty-five, she finally sat down to unwind and understand the circus of her life; a journey that led her to a place of understanding, peace, and even joy. She tells the emotional story of how she grappled with her relationship with her parents, the aftermath of her rape, an eating disorder, drug and alcohol excesses, and shame as she came of age and began to build a life. In order to not lose her inner innocence, in order to protect herself, in order to believe in love, she began early on to create imaginary worlds into which she could escape—to use dreams to transport her away from her fears. She is a mother, a dancer and a writer. Her work has been published in print magazines and online.
Kathryn interviews Author Minda Honey.In the car she’d had since high school, and with her boyfriend by her side, Minda Honey journeyed cross-country from Louisville, Kentucky to Southern California. By the end of that year, Obama would be president, she’d be single, and everything would change.Thousands of miles away from family and friends, Minda must navigate online dating and new relationships, and the challenges of early adulthood. From steamy hookups to narrow escapes, frustratingly adorable meet-cutes, and confusing relationships, she navigates the all-too relatable realization that nothing ever plays out quite like the romantic comedies of our youth.Minda sets out to redefine what matters most in her life, purely on her own terms. Her essays on politics and relationships have appeared in the Los Angeles Review of Books, the Washington Post, the Guardian, the Oxford American, Teen Vogue, and Longreads.Kathryn also interviews Author Anne Gudger.“I got it.” Anne Gudger uttered those words when she had to do all the hard things, by herself, after her husband – the love of her life – died in an accident when she was six months pregnant with their first child. Now she must navigate the trials of single motherhood, mourning, and learning to love again. Fascinated with the heart and its fifth chamber that holds more love, that holds shadows, she poetically chronicles her passage through grief and the beauty she found on the other side. Crafted with lightning bolts of joy and sorrow, she brings us a tender and lyrical memoir about the dance of loss and life, and how grief can make the heart beat stronger than ever before. is an autobiographical essayist who writes hard and loves harder. She’s been published in Real Simple, Cutbank, Cutthroat, The Los Angeles Review, The Normal School, The Rumpus, and the Columbia Journal.
Kathryn interviews Author Minda Honey.In the car she’d had since high school, and with her boyfriend by her side, Minda Honey journeyed cross-country from Louisville, Kentucky to Southern California. By the end of that year, Obama would be president, she’d be single, and everything would change.Thousands of miles away from family and friends, Minda must navigate online dating and new relationships, and the challenges of early adulthood. From steamy hookups to narrow escapes, frustratingly adorable meet-cutes, and confusing relationships, she navigates the all-too relatable realization that nothing ever plays out quite like the romantic comedies of our youth.Minda sets out to redefine what matters most in her life, purely on her own terms. Her essays on politics and relationships have appeared in the Los Angeles Review of Books, the Washington Post, the Guardian, the Oxford American, Teen Vogue, and Longreads.Kathryn also interviews Author Anne Gudger.“I got it.” Anne Gudger uttered those words when she had to do all the hard things, by herself, after her husband – the love of her life – died in an accident when she was six months pregnant with their first child. Now she must navigate the trials of single motherhood, mourning, and learning to love again. Fascinated with the heart and its fifth chamber that holds more love, that holds shadows, she poetically chronicles her passage through grief and the beauty she found on the other side. Crafted with lightning bolts of joy and sorrow, she brings us a tender and lyrical memoir about the dance of loss and life, and how grief can make the heart beat stronger than ever before. is an autobiographical essayist who writes hard and loves harder. She’s been published in Real Simple, Cutbank, Cutthroat, The Los Angeles Review, The Normal School, The Rumpus, and the Columbia Journal.
Kathryn interviews Author Jaime Mahler.How do you know when you’re in a toxic relationship? Identifying the signs that someone is manipulating you can give you back the clarity and stabilization you seek in relationships. Licensed therapist and trauma specialist Jaime Mahler offers step-by-step tips for spotting those red flags, peeling back the layers of trauma and pain to recultivate the relationship you have with yourself and moving forward with a healthy mindset. Mahler is known for her relationship therapy work on TikTok with millions of views and likes She was recently part of the Creators Summit on Mental Health Harvard Chan School, along with Carson Daly, and other health care advocates focusing on connecting social media influencers to improve mental health content. She is a mental health contributor for USA TODAY, NBC News, Bustle, Insider, Parade and more.Kathryn also interviews Eran Magen PhD. Divorce can be an isolating experience for most people. However divorced fathers seem to experience psychological damage in a different way than divorced mothers. They are less likely to reach out for help during this time and as a result, divorced dads are eight times more likely to commit suicide than divorced mothers. Eran Magen PhD, creator of DivorcingDads.Org realized that men were missing a sense of community and connection. His website is run by dads, for dads, providing support and advice from other men who are going through or who have gone through a divorce or separation. Magen completed post-doctoral training in population health and served as the research director for the University of Pennsylvania's Department of Counseling and Psychological Services. He is also the founder and CEO of Early Alert, which works with universities and K-12 schools to prevent student suicide as well as the founder of Parenting For Humans, a relationship-first, trauma-informed parenting movement.
Kathryn interviews Author Jaime Mahler.How do you know when you’re in a toxic relationship? Identifying the signs that someone is manipulating you can give you back the clarity and stabilization you seek in relationships. Licensed therapist and trauma specialist Jaime Mahler offers step-by-step tips for spotting those red flags, peeling back the layers of trauma and pain to recultivate the relationship you have with yourself and moving forward with a healthy mindset. Mahler is known for her relationship therapy work on TikTok with millions of views and likes She was recently part of the Creators Summit on Mental Health Harvard Chan School, along with Carson Daly, and other health care advocates focusing on connecting social media influencers to improve mental health content. She is a mental health contributor for USA TODAY, NBC News, Bustle, Insider, Parade and more.Kathryn also interviews Eran Magen PhD. Divorce can be an isolating experience for most people. However divorced fathers seem to experience psychological damage in a different way than divorced mothers. They are less likely to reach out for help during this time and as a result, divorced dads are eight times more likely to commit suicide than divorced mothers. Eran Magen PhD, creator of DivorcingDads.Org realized that men were missing a sense of community and connection. His website is run by dads, for dads, providing support and advice from other men who are going through or who have gone through a divorce or separation. Magen completed post-doctoral training in population health and served as the research director for the University of Pennsylvania's Department of Counseling and Psychological Services. He is also the founder and CEO of Early Alert, which works with universities and K-12 schools to prevent student suicide as well as the founder of Parenting For Humans, a relationship-first, trauma-informed parenting movement.
Kathryn interviews Author Jaime Mahler.How do you know when you’re in a toxic relationship? Identifying the signs that someone is manipulating you can give you back the clarity and stabilization you seek in relationships. Licensed therapist and trauma specialist Jaime Mahler offers step-by-step tips for spotting those red flags, peeling back the layers of trauma and pain to recultivate the relationship you have with yourself and moving forward with a healthy mindset. Mahler is known for her relationship therapy work on TikTok with millions of views and likes She was recently part of the Creators Summit on Mental Health Harvard Chan School, along with Carson Daly, and other health care advocates focusing on connecting social media influencers to improve mental health content. She is a mental health contributor for USA TODAY, NBC News, Bustle, Insider, Parade and more.Kathryn also interviews Author Eric FitzMedrud PhD.If you’re a man who’s confused about consent, you aren’t alone. In the post #MeToo era, men know they need to get consent but don’t know how to ask for it. They may be afraid of doing the wrong thing or are worried about giving up hot sex. Eric FitzMedrud PhD explains how toxic masculinity harms men thus ruining sex for themselves and their partners. Today consent on college campuses is a particular area of concern. He shows men how to celebrate male sexuality and how to learn evidenced-based skills and strategies for practicing consent. Getting consent can be sexy. He also shows men how to communicate more effectively in their relationships, using principles of safety and health to pursue passionate sex. Dr. FitzMedrud, who identifies as polyamorous and bisexual, is a licensed psychologist and a member of the American Association of Sexuality, Educators, Counselors and Therapists. He earned his Ph.D from Loyola University in Chicago.
Kathryn interviews Author Jaime Mahler.How do you know when you’re in a toxic relationship? Identifying the signs that someone is manipulating you can give you back the clarity and stabilization you seek in relationships. Licensed therapist and trauma specialist Jaime Mahler offers step-by-step tips for spotting those red flags, peeling back the layers of trauma and pain to recultivate the relationship you have with yourself and moving forward with a healthy mindset. Mahler is known for her relationship therapy work on TikTok with millions of views and likes She was recently part of the Creators Summit on Mental Health Harvard Chan School, along with Carson Daly, and other health care advocates focusing on connecting social media influencers to improve mental health content. She is a mental health contributor for USA TODAY, NBC News, Bustle, Insider, Parade and more.Kathryn also interviews Author Eric FitzMedrud PhD.If you’re a man who’s confused about consent, you aren’t alone. In the post #MeToo era, men know they need to get consent but don’t know how to ask for it. They may be afraid of doing the wrong thing or are worried about giving up hot sex. Eric FitzMedrud PhD explains how toxic masculinity harms men thus ruining sex for themselves and their partners. Today consent on college campuses is a particular area of concern. He shows men how to celebrate male sexuality and how to learn evidenced-based skills and strategies for practicing consent. Getting consent can be sexy. He also shows men how to communicate more effectively in their relationships, using principles of safety and health to pursue passionate sex. Dr. FitzMedrud, who identifies as polyamorous and bisexual, is a licensed psychologist and a member of the American Association of Sexuality, Educators, Counselors and Therapists. He earned his Ph.D from Loyola University in Chicago.
Kathryn interviews Anthony Purcell.In the late morning of February 6, 2010, Anthony Purcell dove into the waters of Miami Beach, something he’d done many times before without incident. This time, he misjudged the depth of his landing spot, broke his neck, and bruised the C5 and C6 vertebrae in his spine. He injured his spinal cord. He was paralyzed, unable to resurface from the water on his own.Thanks to the quick rescue efforts of his cousin Bernie who pulled him from the waters and the emergency personnel who quickly arrived at the scene, Anthony’s life was saved. But his life would never be the same. Walking With Anthony, a charity founded by Anthony’s mother Micki, serves as a movement to bring awareness and funding to the plight of SCI suffered by hundreds of thousands of people in the US alone. Walking With Anthony has been featured in ABC World News Tonight, New York Weekly and more.Kathryn also interviews Author Kara Alloway.What happens when six women join the cast of a reality tv show to try to change their lives? For those behind and in front of the cameras,make-ups, break-ups, and manipulation are all in the name of great entertainment. Real Housewife of Toronto, former Allure Magazine editor and reality TV show producer Kara Alloway is the go-to expert on reality TV, giving viewers an inside look on all things REAL HOUSEWIVES all around the world as she brings readers the inside perspective of someone who has been the reality TV villain and survived. She has hosted a variety of daily fashion and beauty radio shows, with industry icons such as Stella McCartney, Laura Mercier, Phoebe Philo, Zac Posen, Diane Von Furstenberg, Bob Mackie, and Oscar de la Renta. She currently has three reality shows in development as an executive producer.
Kathryn interviews Anthony Purcell.In the late morning of February 6, 2010, Anthony Purcell dove into the waters of Miami Beach, something he’d done many times before without incident. This time, he misjudged the depth of his landing spot, broke his neck, and bruised the C5 and C6 vertebrae in his spine. He injured his spinal cord. He was paralyzed, unable to resurface from the water on his own.Thanks to the quick rescue efforts of his cousin Bernie who pulled him from the waters and the emergency personnel who quickly arrived at the scene, Anthony’s life was saved. But his life would never be the same. Walking With Anthony, a charity founded by Anthony’s mother Micki, serves as a movement to bring awareness and funding to the plight of SCI suffered by hundreds of thousands of people in the US alone. Walking With Anthony has been featured in ABC World News Tonight, New York Weekly and more.Kathryn also interviews Author Kara Alloway.What happens when six women join the cast of a reality tv show to try to change their lives? For those behind and in front of the cameras,make-ups, break-ups, and manipulation are all in the name of great entertainment. Real Housewife of Toronto, former Allure Magazine editor and reality TV show producer Kara Alloway is the go-to expert on reality TV, giving viewers an inside look on all things REAL HOUSEWIVES all around the world as she brings readers the inside perspective of someone who has been the reality TV villain and survived. She has hosted a variety of daily fashion and beauty radio shows, with industry icons such as Stella McCartney, Laura Mercier, Phoebe Philo, Zac Posen, Diane Von Furstenberg, Bob Mackie, and Oscar de la Renta. She currently has three reality shows in development as an executive producer.
Kathryn interviews Author Lea Aschkenas.Based on actual events, Lea Aschkenas brings us this heart warming tale that takes place in Cuba revolving around a little girl who has an insatiable love for maps and dreams of exploring different places. Meanwhile, in Northern California, an old man named Steve once had similar aspirations of sailing the world and making friends in foreign lands. The connection between these two strangers, established through a message in a bottle--which Arletis found on her 8th birthday--leads to an inspiring visit and a lasting friendship that broadens their horizons. She works as a public librarian and teaches with the California Poets in the Schools program. She has written book reviews and articles for Washington Post Book World, Los Angeles Review of Books, and Salon.Kathryn also interviews Plastic Surgeon Kenneth Kim MD.As people increasingly prioritize natural beauty and subtle enhancements, the demand for Korean-inspired plastic surgery techniques is likely to rise. The emphasis in Korean plastic surgery is on achieving a natural-looking outcome, in contrast to the more produced look often associated with Western plastic surgery. Dr. Kenneth Kim, a board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon shares with us how this Korean way of plastic surgery is making its way to Beverly Hills…and beyond. Kim graduated from Yale University School of Medicine and was a recipient of the Dean’s Award and Department of Surgery Research Award. Dr. Kim was inducted as a fellow at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. He completed his plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at Northwestern University and is an assistant clinical professor at UCLA School of Medicine
Kathryn interviews Author Lea Aschkenas.Based on actual events, Lea Aschkenas brings us this heart warming tale that takes place in Cuba revolving around a little girl who has an insatiable love for maps and dreams of exploring different places. Meanwhile, in Northern California, an old man named Steve once had similar aspirations of sailing the world and making friends in foreign lands. The connection between these two strangers, established through a message in a bottle--which Arletis found on her 8th birthday--leads to an inspiring visit and a lasting friendship that broadens their horizons. She works as a public librarian and teaches with the California Poets in the Schools program. She has written book reviews and articles for Washington Post Book World, Los Angeles Review of Books, and Salon.Kathryn also interviews Plastic Surgeon Kenneth Kim MD.As people increasingly prioritize natural beauty and subtle enhancements, the demand for Korean-inspired plastic surgery techniques is likely to rise. The emphasis in Korean plastic surgery is on achieving a natural-looking outcome, in contrast to the more produced look often associated with Western plastic surgery. Dr. Kenneth Kim, a board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon shares with us how this Korean way of plastic surgery is making its way to Beverly Hills…and beyond. Kim graduated from Yale University School of Medicine and was a recipient of the Dean’s Award and Department of Surgery Research Award. Dr. Kim was inducted as a fellow at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. He completed his plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at Northwestern University and is an assistant clinical professor at UCLA School of Medicine
Kathryn interviews Author Christy Cashman. Just when she thought things couldn’t get any worse, fourteen-year-old Reese discovers they can — in the worst possible way. Her family’s dream of winning the Black Elk race is shattered when their beloved horse, Trusted Treasure, falls at the last jump. Reese witnesses the family’s finances, hopes, and happiness go up in smoke. While still reeling from that loss, the family suffers a second tragedy, resulting in the sale of Trusted Treasure that irreparably damages Reese’s relationship with her father. Heartbroken, Reese searches everywhere to find Trusted Treasure in the hopes she can bring him home and heal the rift with her father. Christy Cashman will have you laughing and crying – sometimes on the same page – all the while rooting for Reese, the most unlikely of heroes. She is an American author, actress, and producer who has appeared in more than twenty films, including Kettle of Fish, The Love Guide, American Hustle, Joy, The Descendants, Ted 2, The Women, The Golden Boys, The Forger and many others.Kathryn also interviews Author Scott Davis. Inspired by his life and adventures, business leader, tech founder and adventurer Scott Davis shares engaging stories from his existence off the beaten path. Each one reveals powerful truths about human nature, relationships, decision-making, parenting and the ever-pondered topic: the meaning of life. When he was 30, Forbes called him one of the country’s most promising young corporate executives, but Davis stepped off the career treadmill to spend years exploring the world. His adventures led him to remote shores in the South Pacific, the Atlantic and the Caribbean, where he faced many challenges, met many interesting people and saw many different models of meaningful living. For anyone searching for lasting satisfaction and meaning in life, Davis offers the essential toolkit needed to create balance, accountability and greater happiness.
Kathryn interviews Author Christy Cashman. Just when she thought things couldn’t get any worse, fourteen-year-old Reese discovers they can — in the worst possible way. Her family’s dream of winning the Black Elk race is shattered when their beloved horse, Trusted Treasure, falls at the last jump. Reese witnesses the family’s finances, hopes, and happiness go up in smoke. While still reeling from that loss, the family suffers a second tragedy, resulting in the sale of Trusted Treasure that irreparably damages Reese’s relationship with her father. Heartbroken, Reese searches everywhere to find Trusted Treasure in the hopes she can bring him home and heal the rift with her father. Christy Cashman will have you laughing and crying – sometimes on the same page – all the while rooting for Reese, the most unlikely of heroes. She is an American author, actress, and producer who has appeared in more than twenty films, including Kettle of Fish, The Love Guide, American Hustle, Joy, The Descendants, Ted 2, The Women, The Golden Boys, The Forger and many others.Kathryn also interviews Author Scott Davis. Inspired by his life and adventures, business leader, tech founder and adventurer Scott Davis shares engaging stories from his existence off the beaten path. Each one reveals powerful truths about human nature, relationships, decision-making, parenting and the ever-pondered topic: the meaning of life. When he was 30, Forbes called him one of the country’s most promising young corporate executives, but Davis stepped off the career treadmill to spend years exploring the world. His adventures led him to remote shores in the South Pacific, the Atlantic and the Caribbean, where he faced many challenges, met many interesting people and saw many different models of meaningful living. For anyone searching for lasting satisfaction and meaning in life, Davis offers the essential toolkit needed to create balance, accountability and greater happiness.
Kathryn interviews Author Shelly Vaziri Flais, MD.When author Shelly Vaziri Flais MD – a Persian American raised in a home where her father taught her she was equal to males – was pregnant with her twin sons (with a toddler boy already at home), the thought of raising three future men led her to wonder, “What steps can I take as a parent to defy prevalent generational and societal messages like male stereotypes and toxic masculinity? How can I help my sons not only become full humans in touch with their creative, nurturing sides, as much as their athletic, physical sides, but also become empathic, educated allies?” She now shares conversation-starting questions, age-based suggestions for books to read and movies to watch and discuss together and tips for addressing specific hurdles like division of physical labor and of emotional labor. Dr. Flais, a board-certified practicing pediatrician, is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.Kathryn also interviews Author Doug McIntyre.Newlywed Danny McKenna's honeymoon ends abruptly when he learns his father has died, uncannily, on the same day as his hero, Frank Sinatra. Returning home to his knotty Irish American family, Danny is confronted with a painful truth--while he knows everything about the famous singer, his own father is a mystery. Tasked with giving a eulogy for a man he hardly knows, Danny sets out to uncover his dad’s past--an immigrant's tale of mid-twentieth-century America and the harsh realities of WWII lived in stark contrast to Frank Sinatra's famously extravagant life. Along the way, Danny's own demons nearly destroy him as he struggles to accept his father’s deepest secret--a journey that takes him into the heart of darkness before he learns to live in the light. Doug McIntyre’s novel is a poignant exploration of identity, family, and the ways in which the lives of celebrities intersect with our own. He’s a long-time newspaper columnist, former radio host, and has written for all the major networks, including the hit series, Married… With Children, WKRP in Cincinnati, Full House and the award winning PBS series Liberty’s Kids. He also hosted a successful show on WABC NYC.
Kathryn interviews Author Shelly Vaziri Flais, MD.When author Shelly Vaziri Flais MD – a Persian American raised in a home where her father taught her she was equal to males – was pregnant with her twin sons (with a toddler boy already at home), the thought of raising three future men led her to wonder, “What steps can I take as a parent to defy prevalent generational and societal messages like male stereotypes and toxic masculinity? How can I help my sons not only become full humans in touch with their creative, nurturing sides, as much as their athletic, physical sides, but also become empathic, educated allies?” She now shares conversation-starting questions, age-based suggestions for books to read and movies to watch and discuss together and tips for addressing specific hurdles like division of physical labor and of emotional labor. Dr. Flais, a board-certified practicing pediatrician, is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.Kathryn also interviews Author Doug McIntyre.Newlywed Danny McKenna's honeymoon ends abruptly when he learns his father has died, uncannily, on the same day as his hero, Frank Sinatra. Returning home to his knotty Irish American family, Danny is confronted with a painful truth--while he knows everything about the famous singer, his own father is a mystery. Tasked with giving a eulogy for a man he hardly knows, Danny sets out to uncover his dad’s past--an immigrant's tale of mid-twentieth-century America and the harsh realities of WWII lived in stark contrast to Frank Sinatra's famously extravagant life. Along the way, Danny's own demons nearly destroy him as he struggles to accept his father’s deepest secret--a journey that takes him into the heart of darkness before he learns to live in the light. Doug McIntyre’s novel is a poignant exploration of identity, family, and the ways in which the lives of celebrities intersect with our own. He’s a long-time newspaper columnist, former radio host, and has written for all the major networks, including the hit series, Married… With Children, WKRP in Cincinnati, Full House and the award winning PBS series Liberty’s Kids. He also hosted a successful show on WABC NYC.
Kathryn interviews Author Juliet Hall.Juliet Hall made a career-defining decision to leave a company after being told her desired career path would not happen. She now recounts her job experiences spanning twenty years—building a narrative to show how she evolved, discovered her gifts, and succeeded in a career amidst a backdrop of corporate trauma before making the pivot to realize her dream. No matter the opposition—whether it’s family and tradition, systemic bias and marginalization, or difficult leadership—there is always a path forward. She refused to be put into a box and allow others to define success for her. She is the principal of Juliet Hall INC, a boutique leadership consulting agency based in Atlanta and has been recognized by several organizations in Atlanta as a “Top Black Woman of Influence.”Kathryn also interviews Author Laura K. Connell.Growing up in a dysfunctional family conditioned Laura K. Connell to find more dysfunction in adulthood, perpetuating a cycle of self-sabotage that wouldn’t be broken until her marriage ended and she was forced to face her alcohol addiction head-on. She spent 12 years studying the dynamics of dysfunctional families and learned that her habits of self-sabotage were her inner child’s way of keeping her safe — a misguided form of self-protection. She now helps readers uncover the subconscious reasons they hold themselves back and guides them toward a deeper understanding of the ways in which their negative childhood experiences have impacted their lives. Connell is a trauma-informed author and coach who has had her guest articles featured in the anthology Chicken Soup for the Soul, The Globe and The Toronto Star.
Kathryn interviews Author Juliet Hall.Juliet Hall made a career-defining decision to leave a company after being told her desired career path would not happen. She now recounts her job experiences spanning twenty years—building a narrative to show how she evolved, discovered her gifts, and succeeded in a career amidst a backdrop of corporate trauma before making the pivot to realize her dream. No matter the opposition—whether it’s family and tradition, systemic bias and marginalization, or difficult leadership—there is always a path forward. She refused to be put into a box and allow others to define success for her. She is the principal of Juliet Hall INC, a boutique leadership consulting agency based in Atlanta and has been recognized by several organizations in Atlanta as a “Top Black Woman of Influence.”Kathryn also interviews Author Laura K. Connell.Growing up in a dysfunctional family conditioned Laura K. Connell to find more dysfunction in adulthood, perpetuating a cycle of self-sabotage that wouldn’t be broken until her marriage ended and she was forced to face her alcohol addiction head-on. She spent 12 years studying the dynamics of dysfunctional families and learned that her habits of self-sabotage were her inner child’s way of keeping her safe — a misguided form of self-protection. She now helps readers uncover the subconscious reasons they hold themselves back and guides them toward a deeper understanding of the ways in which their negative childhood experiences have impacted their lives. Connell is a trauma-informed author and coach who has had her guest articles featured in the anthology Chicken Soup for the Soul, The Globe and The Toronto Star.
Kathryn interviews Author Cheryl L. Green MD.The statistics are jarring when discussing the current mental health crisis among teens: 30% of America’s teenage girls have contemplated suicide in the past year; 24% had suicidal thoughts “with a plan,” which meets the criteria for in-patient admission. Dr. Cheryl L. Green addresses the unique stress factors impacting teenage girls and gives parents or other caregivers six concrete ways to help their daughters develop health-promoting, depression-reversing habits. She begins by explaining the new field of lifestyle psychiatry, and provides state of the art, evidence-based information and guidance related to six lifestyle domains: nutrition, detoxification, exercise, sleep, emotional connectedness, and stress reduction. She is a board certified lifestyle psychiatrist based in Southern California and holds degrees from Harvard University, Princeton University and Stanford University School of Medicine.Kathryn also interviews Author Steven Mitchell Sack. If you work for a living, you risk getting fired. But that doesn’t mean you’re helpless. Nationally known workplace attorney Steven Mitchell Sack has created a comprehensive guidebook for surviving a firing. With over 41 years experience, he gives you the information and power you need to fight back, cut a deal, stand up for your rights, and land firmly on your feet. In a clear language, he explains what to do, what to ask for and insist on, and how to protect your rights if you are let go or forced to resign, feel you have been unfairly or illegally fired, exploited in any way or quit. This valuable information can save you money and increase your termination benefits, and also save you time and aggravation so you can get on with your life. He is the best-selling author of 20 law books and has spent his 41+ year legal career defending people who have been exploited in the workplace.
Kathryn interviews Author Cheryl L. Green MD.The statistics are jarring when discussing the current mental health crisis among teens: 30% of America’s teenage girls have contemplated suicide in the past year; 24% had suicidal thoughts “with a plan,” which meets the criteria for in-patient admission. Dr. Cheryl L. Green addresses the unique stress factors impacting teenage girls and gives parents or other caregivers six concrete ways to help their daughters develop health-promoting, depression-reversing habits. She begins by explaining the new field of lifestyle psychiatry, and provides state of the art, evidence-based information and guidance related to six lifestyle domains: nutrition, detoxification, exercise, sleep, emotional connectedness, and stress reduction. She is a board certified lifestyle psychiatrist based in Southern California and holds degrees from Harvard University, Princeton University and Stanford University School of Medicine.Kathryn also interviews Author Steven Mitchell Sack. If you work for a living, you risk getting fired. But that doesn’t mean you’re helpless. Nationally known workplace attorney Steven Mitchell Sack has created a comprehensive guidebook for surviving a firing. With over 41 years experience, he gives you the information and power you need to fight back, cut a deal, stand up for your rights, and land firmly on your feet. In a clear language, he explains what to do, what to ask for and insist on, and how to protect your rights if you are let go or forced to resign, feel you have been unfairly or illegally fired, exploited in any way or quit. This valuable information can save you money and increase your termination benefits, and also save you time and aggravation so you can get on with your life. He is the best-selling author of 20 law books and has spent his 41+ year legal career defending people who have been exploited in the workplace.
Kathryn interviews Author Jennifer Cramer-Miller.At twenty-two, Jennifer Cramer-Miller was thrilled with her new job, charming boyfriend, and Seattle apartment. Then she received a devastating autoimmune diagnosis—and suddenly, rather than planning for a bright future, she found herself soaking a hospital pillow with tears and grappling with words like “progressive” and “incurable.” Her chances of survival hinged upon the expertise of doctors, the generosity of strangers, and the benevolence of loved ones. Spanning two-plus decades, she explores loss and acceptance, moving forward with uncertainty, and forging a path to joy. Four kidney transplants later, Cramer-Miller is here to shine a bright light on people helping people in difficult times with a story that will make you want to hug the humans you love. Her work is featured in Brevity Blog, The Sunlight Press, Grown & Flown, Mamalode, The Erma Bombeck Blog, The Kindness Blog, The Star Tribune and Minnesota Physician.Kathryn also interviews Author Ana Maria Caballero.When her young son is diagnosed with epilepsy, award-winning Colombian American artist and poet, Ana María Caballero, is devastated and hopelessly confused. As the long journey of healing commences, Caballero eschews traditional medicine and instead turns to a group of alternative healers whom she affectionately refers to as her army of “witch doctors.” First opinions, second opinions, third opinions—Caballero bares it all in her uniquely poetic voice, haunting readers with the sheer weight on her shoulders, while weaving in happier moments as she attempts to faithfully record her experience, illuminating the struggles in an often heartless healthcare system. Her suspense-filled story flows through the wings of hospitals and doctor’s offices, where she takes multi-faceted stabs at the nature of emotion, illness, health, faith, loss - stabs that elicit fresh meaning by mixing the muscle and marrow of words. She has been featured in major media outlets, such as ARTnews, Artnet, Forbes, Entrepreneur and Elle UK.
Kathryn interviews Author Jennifer Cramer-Miller.At twenty-two, Jennifer Cramer-Miller was thrilled with her new job, charming boyfriend, and Seattle apartment. Then she received a devastating autoimmune diagnosis—and suddenly, rather than planning for a bright future, she found herself soaking a hospital pillow with tears and grappling with words like “progressive” and “incurable.” Her chances of survival hinged upon the expertise of doctors, the generosity of strangers, and the benevolence of loved ones. Spanning two-plus decades, she explores loss and acceptance, moving forward with uncertainty, and forging a path to joy. Four kidney transplants later, Cramer-Miller is here to shine a bright light on people helping people in difficult times with a story that will make you want to hug the humans you love. Her work is featured in Brevity Blog, The Sunlight Press, Grown & Flown, Mamalode, The Erma Bombeck Blog, The Kindness Blog, The Star Tribune and Minnesota Physician.Kathryn also interviews Author Ana Maria Caballero.When her young son is diagnosed with epilepsy, award-winning Colombian American artist and poet, Ana María Caballero, is devastated and hopelessly confused. As the long journey of healing commences, Caballero eschews traditional medicine and instead turns to a group of alternative healers whom she affectionately refers to as her army of “witch doctors.” First opinions, second opinions, third opinions—Caballero bares it all in her uniquely poetic voice, haunting readers with the sheer weight on her shoulders, while weaving in happier moments as she attempts to faithfully record her experience, illuminating the struggles in an often heartless healthcare system. Her suspense-filled story flows through the wings of hospitals and doctor’s offices, where she takes multi-faceted stabs at the nature of emotion, illness, health, faith, loss - stabs that elicit fresh meaning by mixing the muscle and marrow of words. She has been featured in major media outlets, such as ARTnews, Artnet, Forbes, Entrepreneur and Elle UK.
Kathryn interviews Author Norman Bacal.People believe that it takes something very special to make it to the top as an entrepreneur or professional. How do you go from student to young professional or start-up entrepreneur, to having more clients than you know how to handle? Bestselling author Norman Bacal has done it in his own career, from introverted student to one of the world's leading entertainment finance lawyers, to builder of a professional firm. He then took five years to boil down the steps of success into simple easy-to-read language. He interviewed twenty other success stories, at various career stages, to show that there are simple hacks to developing the core skills that will make your career blossom. Bacal, one of Canada's most prominent entertainment lawyers, has concluded a successful career, including leading and building an international law firm and sitting on the board of a Hollywood studio for almost ten years.Kathryn also interviews Author Adam Smith.Representative Adam Smith woke up one morning in April 2016 and seriously considered the possibility that he might never be able to get out of bed. Hobbled by crippling anxiety, chronic pain, muscle atrophy and a confusing cocktail of medications, he wasn’t sure what terrified him more: getting up or staying in bed. It’s a struggle millions of Americans know all too well. He shares with unflinching honesty how he got to this lowest point in life, and how he slowly, painfully and unevenly found his way back to having a calmer mind and to being free of chronic pain and medication. He distills the valuable lessons he learned throughout all of his experiences into key takeaways to empower readers to seek the help and treatments they need. Adam Smith is the member of Congress who represents the 9th District of the State of Washington. He was reelected to his 14th term in 2022 and has been the top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee since 2011.
Kathryn interviews Author Norman Bacal.People believe that it takes something very special to make it to the top as an entrepreneur or professional. How do you go from student to young professional or start-up entrepreneur, to having more clients than you know how to handle? Bestselling author Norman Bacal has done it in his own career, from introverted student to one of the world's leading entertainment finance lawyers, to builder of a professional firm. He then took five years to boil down the steps of success into simple easy-to-read language. He interviewed twenty other success stories, at various career stages, to show that there are simple hacks to developing the core skills that will make your career blossom. Bacal, one of Canada's most prominent entertainment lawyers, has concluded a successful career, including leading and building an international law firm and sitting on the board of a Hollywood studio for almost ten years.Kathryn also interviews Author Adam Smith.Representative Adam Smith woke up one morning in April 2016 and seriously considered the possibility that he might never be able to get out of bed. Hobbled by crippling anxiety, chronic pain, muscle atrophy and a confusing cocktail of medications, he wasn’t sure what terrified him more: getting up or staying in bed. It’s a struggle millions of Americans know all too well. He shares with unflinching honesty how he got to this lowest point in life, and how he slowly, painfully and unevenly found his way back to having a calmer mind and to being free of chronic pain and medication. He distills the valuable lessons he learned throughout all of his experiences into key takeaways to empower readers to seek the help and treatments they need. Adam Smith is the member of Congress who represents the 9th District of the State of Washington. He was reelected to his 14th term in 2022 and has been the top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee since 2011.
Kathryn interviews Author Debbie Russell.While researching her family history, prosecutor Debbie Russell stumbled across her respected physician-grandfather’s letters during his voluntary commitment to a federal drug treatment facility in 1951, known as a “Narcotic Farm.” The discovery sets Russell on a journey of self-discovery whose unexpected turns unearth previously unknown information about her father — just as he is losing his battle with Parkinson’s disease. She collects her experiences along the way and courageously examines middle age’s internal struggles, while providing a blueprint for redefining oneself beyond the constraints of addiction and dysfunctional family dynamics. She spent 25 years as a County Prosecutor in Minneapolis, litigating numerous high-profile cases and specializing in those involving domestic and child abuse.Kathryn also interviews Author Sophia A. McClennen PhD.According to sought-after politics and satire expert Dr. Sophia A. McClennen, the only way to cure the overwhelming political fatigue that many people are experiencing as we gear up for the 2024 election is through comedy, specifically satire. As she explains: There is one antidote to the depression, anxiety, and frustration we feel in having to pay attention to the politicians and issues that exhaust us and that's comedy, especially satirical comedy. My groundbreaking new research proves that satire is the #1 most powerful political tool -- it likely stopped Trump from being reelected in 2020, and the party that manages to use satire best will have a massive advantage in the 2024 election.” She has appeared on CNN’s 6-part series, “The Story of Late Night,” on Neil de Grasse Tyson’s National Geographic show “Startalk,” and in a top performing Vox video. She is also a regular columnist for Salon.com. Dr. McClennen, a Harvard graduate, is Professor of international affairs and comparative literature at Penn State University and founding director of the Center for Global Studies, where she has raised over $6 million in funding.
Kathryn interviews Author Debbie Russell.While researching her family history, prosecutor Debbie Russell stumbled across her respected physician-grandfather’s letters during his voluntary commitment to a federal drug treatment facility in 1951, known as a “Narcotic Farm.” The discovery sets Russell on a journey of self-discovery whose unexpected turns unearth previously unknown information about her father — just as he is losing his battle with Parkinson’s disease. She collects her experiences along the way and courageously examines middle age’s internal struggles, while providing a blueprint for redefining oneself beyond the constraints of addiction and dysfunctional family dynamics. She spent 25 years as a County Prosecutor in Minneapolis, litigating numerous high-profile cases and specializing in those involving domestic and child abuse.Kathryn also interviews Author Sophia A. McClennen PhD.According to sought-after politics and satire expert Dr. Sophia A. McClennen, the only way to cure the overwhelming political fatigue that many people are experiencing as we gear up for the 2024 election is through comedy, specifically satire. As she explains: There is one antidote to the depression, anxiety, and frustration we feel in having to pay attention to the politicians and issues that exhaust us and that's comedy, especially satirical comedy. My groundbreaking new research proves that satire is the #1 most powerful political tool -- it likely stopped Trump from being reelected in 2020, and the party that manages to use satire best will have a massive advantage in the 2024 election.” She has appeared on CNN’s 6-part series, “The Story of Late Night,” on Neil de Grasse Tyson’s National Geographic show “Startalk,” and in a top performing Vox video. She is also a regular columnist for Salon.com. Dr. McClennen, a Harvard graduate, is Professor of international affairs and comparative literature at Penn State University and founding director of the Center for Global Studies, where she has raised over $6 million in funding.
Kathryn interviews Psychotherapist Duygu Balan LPCC.Not long ago, cognitive behavioral therapy and medication management were the mainstays for trauma-informed care. Now patients and clinicians alike are seeking deeper, more somatic, and holistic attachment theory-based forms of treatment to re-write the trauma narrative, such as somatic psychology and EMDR. The pandemic brought about significant changes in our stability, sense of community and political and economic landscapes. Because of this added stress, we’re all experiencing a heightened level of sensitivity, resulting in multifactorial trauma responses, an impact that spans nations, ages and socioeconomic status. Duygu Balan focuses on the healing journey of the trauma survivor, utilizing easy-to-use methodologies for long lasting effects. She specializes in intergenerational trauma, having developed her expertise while working in NYC treating patients on society's margins. She is a contributor to the medical texbook, Big Book of Emergency Psychiatry.Kathryn also interviews Author Will Young.Imagine taking care of a loved one, dedicating years of your own life to do it. Thus, began a journey that spiraled into a nightmare for Will Young and his wife Kay. Will’s grandparents needed elder care.This ambitious couple decided to take on the responsibility, while at the same time raising their own young children and pursuing their entrepreneurial goals. On a cold day in February 2011 there was a knock at the door.This was no courier service delivering a package. This was the police, many of them, instantly swarming their home. In mere moments, their lives shattered into a billion pieces. Peppered with humor, Will and Kay's adrenaline-charged and hellish ride through the legal system is the story of people doing their best to help loved ones. It's also about being in jail?literally and figuratively?and how quickly the American dream can become a nightmare. Young, a finalist for the Denver Business Journal Philanthropy Day Corporate Citizen of the Year Award, is a dynamic motivator who delivers keynotes around the world.
Kathryn interviews Psychotherapist Duygu Balan LPCC.Not long ago, cognitive behavioral therapy and medication management were the mainstays for trauma-informed care. Now patients and clinicians alike are seeking deeper, more somatic, and holistic attachment theory-based forms of treatment to re-write the trauma narrative, such as somatic psychology and EMDR. The pandemic brought about significant changes in our stability, sense of community and political and economic landscapes. Because of this added stress, we’re all experiencing a heightened level of sensitivity, resulting in multifactorial trauma responses, an impact that spans nations, ages and socioeconomic status. Duygu Balan focuses on the healing journey of the trauma survivor, utilizing easy-to-use methodologies for long lasting effects. She specializes in intergenerational trauma, having developed her expertise while working in NYC treating patients on society's margins. She is a contributor to the medical texbook, Big Book of Emergency Psychiatry.Kathryn also interviews Author Will Young.Imagine taking care of a loved one, dedicating years of your own life to do it. Thus, began a journey that spiraled into a nightmare for Will Young and his wife Kay. Will’s grandparents needed elder care.This ambitious couple decided to take on the responsibility, while at the same time raising their own young children and pursuing their entrepreneurial goals. On a cold day in February 2011 there was a knock at the door.This was no courier service delivering a package. This was the police, many of them, instantly swarming their home. In mere moments, their lives shattered into a billion pieces. Peppered with humor, Will and Kay's adrenaline-charged and hellish ride through the legal system is the story of people doing their best to help loved ones. It's also about being in jail?literally and figuratively?and how quickly the American dream can become a nightmare. Young, a finalist for the Denver Business Journal Philanthropy Day Corporate Citizen of the Year Award, is a dynamic motivator who delivers keynotes around the world.
Kathryn interviews Author Lori R.Sackler.MONEY. It’s still the elephant in every family’s living room. Planning for a family’s future often prompts a total breakdown in communication, causing lasting damage. Statistics show most families fail to successfully transfer assets from one generation to the next, resulting in not only a loss of assets but a loss of family harmony. Radio personality and financial advisor Lori Sackler introduces the concept of “Money Talks”, mindful conversations that help families communicate dispassionately about money matters through all of life’s transitions — changes in financial circumstances, remarriage and merging families, retirement, preparing heirs, and transferring wealth. Sackler is a certified investment management analyst, a certified financial planner and the creator and former host of the radio show “The M Word” on WOR in New York City.Kathryn also interviews Author Lynn Hightower.After nine months of sorrow and grief, Junie Lagarde — a brilliant forensic accountant and passionate guitarist — is gradually accepting life without her beloved husband Olivier, a French safety consultant and climate-change expert, whom she lost in a plane crash over Mont Blanc. Was it really an accident? And what happened to her loyal hearing dog Leo, who ran off in the aftermath of the crash, disappearing into the dangerous mountain terrain? But then Junie receives an unexpected call from France. Internationally bestselling author Lynn Hightower brings us a story of grief, of a dangerous mountain with a dark history, of corruption and greed, of ecoterrorism . . . and of a vulnerable woman with hearing loss, an injured dog and a broken heart, who'll stop at nothing to uncover the truth. Her novels have been included in The NY Times List of Notable Books, the London Times’ bestseller lists, and the WH Smith Fresh Talent Awards.
Kathryn interviews Author Lori R.Sackler.MONEY. It’s still the elephant in every family’s living room. Planning for a family’s future often prompts a total breakdown in communication, causing lasting damage. Statistics show most families fail to successfully transfer assets from one generation to the next, resulting in not only a loss of assets but a loss of family harmony. Radio personality and financial advisor Lori Sackler introduces the concept of “Money Talks”, mindful conversations that help families communicate dispassionately about money matters through all of life’s transitions — changes in financial circumstances, remarriage and merging families, retirement, preparing heirs, and transferring wealth. Sackler is a certified investment management analyst, a certified financial planner and the creator and former host of the radio show “The M Word” on WOR in New York City.Kathryn also interviews Author Lynn Hightower.After nine months of sorrow and grief, Junie Lagarde — a brilliant forensic accountant and passionate guitarist — is gradually accepting life without her beloved husband Olivier, a French safety consultant and climate-change expert, whom she lost in a plane crash over Mont Blanc. Was it really an accident? And what happened to her loyal hearing dog Leo, who ran off in the aftermath of the crash, disappearing into the dangerous mountain terrain? But then Junie receives an unexpected call from France. Internationally bestselling author Lynn Hightower brings us a story of grief, of a dangerous mountain with a dark history, of corruption and greed, of ecoterrorism . . . and of a vulnerable woman with hearing loss, an injured dog and a broken heart, who'll stop at nothing to uncover the truth. Her novels have been included in The NY Times List of Notable Books, the London Times’ bestseller lists, and the WH Smith Fresh Talent Awards.
Kathryn interviews Author Adam Bessie.The pandemic changed our lives and society in ways that we continue to grapple with. For teachers the shifts in their daily lives was nothing short of seismic. Adam Bessie, a long-time community college English professor in the San Francisco Bay Area shares a moving and eye-opening graphic account of what it really meant for teachers and students to go virtual. As COVID raged many struggled to stay afloat economically and to cope with the disproportionate toll the pandemic took on marginalized and oppressed groups. From his “teaching bunker” in his garage he witnesses the devastating collision of a public health crisis with longstanding social injustice. His new book is a powerful reminder of how—even with the most sophisticated technology—the real-world classroom experience can’t be replicated in the virtual world. He won the New York Association of Black Journalists 2018 Award and writes comics that have appeared in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The Boston Globe, and the Los Angeles Times.Kathryn also interviewsAuthor Patrick Kilcarr PhD.Emotional intelligence is the secret to unlocking personal transformation and reaching everyone’s full potential, so why are there so few personal guides on how to do so? Enter Dr. Patrick Kilcarr, who has dedicated his life to studying and teaching EI. He offers everyone an extraordinary guide to solving the problem of how to unlock EI within us at the individual level, rather than waiting for someone with leadership skills to do so. Drawing on his extensive experience in the field, he closes the gap between what is written about emotional intelligence and demonstrates what it looks and feels like to achieve and maintain it, especially if our formative years were paved with drama, trauma, and disappointment. He has been the Director of Georgetown University’s Center for Personal Development since 1999 and co-authored the award winning book “Voices From Fatherhood: Fathers, sons, and ADHD”.
Kathryn interviews Author Adam Bessie.The pandemic changed our lives and society in ways that we continue to grapple with. For teachers the shifts in their daily lives was nothing short of seismic. Adam Bessie, a long-time community college English professor in the San Francisco Bay Area shares a moving and eye-opening graphic account of what it really meant for teachers and students to go virtual. As COVID raged many struggled to stay afloat economically and to cope with the disproportionate toll the pandemic took on marginalized and oppressed groups. From his “teaching bunker” in his garage he witnesses the devastating collision of a public health crisis with longstanding social injustice. His new book is a powerful reminder of how—even with the most sophisticated technology—the real-world classroom experience can’t be replicated in the virtual world. He won the New York Association of Black Journalists 2018 Award and writes comics that have appeared in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The Boston Globe, and the Los Angeles Times.Kathryn also interviewsAuthor Patrick Kilcarr PhD.Emotional intelligence is the secret to unlocking personal transformation and reaching everyone’s full potential, so why are there so few personal guides on how to do so? Enter Dr. Patrick Kilcarr, who has dedicated his life to studying and teaching EI. He offers everyone an extraordinary guide to solving the problem of how to unlock EI within us at the individual level, rather than waiting for someone with leadership skills to do so. Drawing on his extensive experience in the field, he closes the gap between what is written about emotional intelligence and demonstrates what it looks and feels like to achieve and maintain it, especially if our formative years were paved with drama, trauma, and disappointment. He has been the Director of Georgetown University’s Center for Personal Development since 1999 and co-authored the award winning book “Voices From Fatherhood: Fathers, sons, and ADHD”.
Kathryn interviews Author Leslie Lehr.Leslie Lehr wants to talk about boobs. She’s gone from size AA to DDDD and everything in between, from puberty to motherhood, enhancement to cancer, and beyond. And she’s not alone - these are classic life stages for women today. She explores both the joys and hazards inherent to living in a woman’s body. She deftly blends her personal narrative with national history, starting in the 1960s with the women’s liberation movement and moving to the current feminist dialogue and what it means to be a woman. Her insightful and clever writing analyzes how America’s obsession with the female form has affected her own life’s journey and the psyche of all women today. Actress Salma Hayek is developing this critically acclaimed new memoir into a comedy series for HBO Max. Lehr’s personal essays have been featured on Oprah and in the NY Times Modern Love column (narrated by Katie Couric on NPR), HuffPost, Yourtango and in anthologies including Mommy Wars.Kathryn also interviews the Founder of Publicly Private Kollyn Conrad.For members of the LGBTQ+ community, homophobia impacts them every single day. How do negative homophobic attitudes and behaviors affect the community? How can allies help minimize this issue for the community? Education and awareness can be the most powerful tools we have to support each other. Kollyn Conrad is the Founder and Executive Director of Publicly Private, a nonprofit organization offering supplies, support and empowerment to the LGBTQIA+ community and their families. Publicly Private was inspired by Conrad’s personal journey of growing up as a gay man in the south. He is concerned about the affects of homophobia on ones mental state and addresses the fears that one experiences when confronted with homophobic prejudices. Conrad, who has always been passionate about helping and befriending underserved individuals, combined his passion and his experience to create Publicly Private and aid LGBTQIA+ individuals in their lifelong journey.
Kathryn interviews Author Leslie Lehr.Leslie Lehr wants to talk about boobs. She’s gone from size AA to DDDD and everything in between, from puberty to motherhood, enhancement to cancer, and beyond. And she’s not alone - these are classic life stages for women today. She explores both the joys and hazards inherent to living in a woman’s body. She deftly blends her personal narrative with national history, starting in the 1960s with the women’s liberation movement and moving to the current feminist dialogue and what it means to be a woman. Her insightful and clever writing analyzes how America’s obsession with the female form has affected her own life’s journey and the psyche of all women today. Actress Salma Hayek is developing this critically acclaimed new memoir into a comedy series for HBO Max. Lehr’s personal essays have been featured on Oprah and in the NY Times Modern Love column (narrated by Katie Couric on NPR), HuffPost, Yourtango and in anthologies including Mommy Wars.Kathryn also interviews the Founder of Publicly Private Kollyn Conrad.For members of the LGBTQ+ community, homophobia impacts them every single day. How do negative homophobic attitudes and behaviors affect the community? How can allies help minimize this issue for the community? Education and awareness can be the most powerful tools we have to support each other. Kollyn Conrad is the Founder and Executive Director of Publicly Private, a nonprofit organization offering supplies, support and empowerment to the LGBTQIA+ community and their families. Publicly Private was inspired by Conrad’s personal journey of growing up as a gay man in the south. He is concerned about the affects of homophobia on ones mental state and addresses the fears that one experiences when confronted with homophobic prejudices. Conrad, who has always been passionate about helping and befriending underserved individuals, combined his passion and his experience to create Publicly Private and aid LGBTQIA+ individuals in their lifelong journey.
Kathryn interviews Author Jennifer Mrozek Sukalo.Informed by her work with almost fifty thousand leaders at various multinational and Fortune 500 companies, her experience with cancer survivors, and her personal journey, Jennifer Sukalo’s approach shows us what makes us not only unique, but extraordinary. Through her own heartfelt experiences made transparent and case studies of others’ genuine revelations and insights she offers support and life-advice to develop a new relationship with our self-worth and we learn to appreciate our strengths and limitations. She is a speaker, author, and transformational expert. She is the creator, founder and CEO of SWAGGERU — a personal development approach to harnessing a person’s untapped potential to become who they are meant to be. Her work as a global leadership consultant has reached nearly fifty thousand leaders across levels, cultures, countries, and industries. She co-authored a study in the Journal of Physical Activity & Health and has been a contributing author for Prevention Magazine.Kathryn also interviews Author Edward D. Hess.The Smart Technology Age will be an age of constant change that will require you to continually adapt and learn new skills to have good jobs. The best research from Oxford University predicts that between 25-47% of the U.S. workforce will be automated by the end of this decade. Edward D. Hess, Professor Emeritus of Business Administration, Darden School of Business argues that today’s workers need to be highly adaptive at excelling at learning, unlearning, and relearning at the speed of change. This requires you to “Own Your Work Journey” and to Take Ownership of You by striving every day to become your best self by taking ownership of your ego, mind, body, emotions, words, and behaviors. The goal will be to optimize your thinking, listening and collaboration with others in ways that will differentiate you from smart technology and robots. His book “Smart Growth”was named a Top 25 business book in 2010 by Inc. Magazine and was awarded the Wachovia Award for Research Excellence.
Kathryn interviews Author Jennifer Mrozek Sukalo.Informed by her work with almost fifty thousand leaders at various multinational and Fortune 500 companies, her experience with cancer survivors, and her personal journey, Jennifer Sukalo’s approach shows us what makes us not only unique, but extraordinary. Through her own heartfelt experiences made transparent and case studies of others’ genuine revelations and insights she offers support and life-advice to develop a new relationship with our self-worth and we learn to appreciate our strengths and limitations. She is a speaker, author, and transformational expert. She is the creator, founder and CEO of SWAGGERU — a personal development approach to harnessing a person’s untapped potential to become who they are meant to be. Her work as a global leadership consultant has reached nearly fifty thousand leaders across levels, cultures, countries, and industries. She co-authored a study in the Journal of Physical Activity & Health and has been a contributing author for Prevention Magazine.Kathryn also interviews Author Edward D. Hess.The Smart Technology Age will be an age of constant change that will require you to continually adapt and learn new skills to have good jobs. The best research from Oxford University predicts that between 25-47% of the U.S. workforce will be automated by the end of this decade. Edward D. Hess, Professor Emeritus of Business Administration, Darden School of Business argues that today’s workers need to be highly adaptive at excelling at learning, unlearning, and relearning at the speed of change. This requires you to “Own Your Work Journey” and to Take Ownership of You by striving every day to become your best self by taking ownership of your ego, mind, body, emotions, words, and behaviors. The goal will be to optimize your thinking, listening and collaboration with others in ways that will differentiate you from smart technology and robots. His book “Smart Growth”was named a Top 25 business book in 2010 by Inc. Magazine and was awarded the Wachovia Award for Research Excellence.
Kathryn interviews Simon N. Whitney MD JD. Faced with horrors such as the notorious Tuskegee syphilis study, another experiment that injected patients with live cancer cells, and a third that infected institutionalized children with hepatitis, one might expect only praise for a regulatory system intended to promote safe and ethical medical research. Simon N. Whitney is part of a chorus of critics who argue that this regulatory regime needlessly burdens researchers and stifles the advance of life-saving medical treatments. He sees regulation as an essential part of modern life, but maintains that regulations need to reflect real world research if they are to serve their mission. He presents vivid case studies of how vital breakthroughs for treating heart disease, premature births and kidney stones have been inexcusably delayed forcing doctors and patients to settle for less effective treatments.He is a graduate of NYU Medical School, Stanford Law School and was previously on the faculty at Baylor College of Medicine.Kathryn also interviews Peter Grinspoon MD.One in seven Americans uses some sort of CBD product. 94 percent of Americans support legalization of medical marijuana and 69 percent want total legalization. Whether it’s the hard-dying, fear-mongering lies spun by the War on Drugs and other prohibition campaigns or the utopian daydreams of long-time stoners and evangelists, we’re still confused about the leaf that we have been using for at least five-thousand years. Peter Grinspoon, physician and cannabis expert draws from a wealth of scientific research, clinical practice, and personal experience to demystify marijuana. He is a primary care physician and cannabis specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital and an instructor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School. He regularly appears as an expert on Good Morning America, NPR’s All Things Considered, NBC Nightly News and C-SPAN’s Washington Journal and is quoted frequently in the NY Times, Washington Post, Boston Globe and the Wall Street Journal.
Kathryn interviews Simon N. Whitney MD JD. Faced with horrors such as the notorious Tuskegee syphilis study, another experiment that injected patients with live cancer cells, and a third that infected institutionalized children with hepatitis, one might expect only praise for a regulatory system intended to promote safe and ethical medical research. Simon N. Whitney is part of a chorus of critics who argue that this regulatory regime needlessly burdens researchers and stifles the advance of life-saving medical treatments. He sees regulation as an essential part of modern life, but maintains that regulations need to reflect real world research if they are to serve their mission. He presents vivid case studies of how vital breakthroughs for treating heart disease, premature births and kidney stones have been inexcusably delayed forcing doctors and patients to settle for less effective treatments.He is a graduate of NYU Medical School, Stanford Law School and was previously on the faculty at Baylor College of Medicine.Kathryn also interviews Peter Grinspoon MD.One in seven Americans uses some sort of CBD product. 94 percent of Americans support legalization of medical marijuana and 69 percent want total legalization. Whether it’s the hard-dying, fear-mongering lies spun by the War on Drugs and other prohibition campaigns or the utopian daydreams of long-time stoners and evangelists, we’re still confused about the leaf that we have been using for at least five-thousand years. Peter Grinspoon, physician and cannabis expert draws from a wealth of scientific research, clinical practice, and personal experience to demystify marijuana. He is a primary care physician and cannabis specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital and an instructor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School. He regularly appears as an expert on Good Morning America, NPR’s All Things Considered, NBC Nightly News and C-SPAN’s Washington Journal and is quoted frequently in the NY Times, Washington Post, Boston Globe and the Wall Street Journal.
Kathryn interviews Milan Kordestani.“I’m just saying.” These three little words that tend to follow an intense debate are a signal that someone has given up on listening or being understood. They’ve dug into their position, and there will be no budging – an unfortunate symptom of living in a divided world. The lack of civil discourse and constructive conversations motivated the 24-year-old, 3x social entrepreneur Milan Kordestani to found The Doe – an anonymous digital publication promoting open-minded discussions and restoring civil discourse. In a world fueled by arguments and outrage, he offers insight and tools to navigate necessary difficult conversations, offering a much-needed infusion of kindness in an increasingly contentious society. He has written for numerous online publications, including Rolling Stone, Huffington Post, Entrepreneur.com, ThriveGlobal, and other platforms. He regularly covers topics in entrepreneurship, self-help, startup culture, the environment, leadership and media.Kathryn also interviews Author, Editor-in-Chief Oldster Magazine Sari Botton.In a series of candid, reflective, sometimes humorous essays, Sari Botton describes coming to feminism and self-actualization as an older person, second (and third and fourth)chances-and how maybe it's never too late to find your way...assuming you're lucky enough to live long. Botton describes finding yourself later in life-after first getting lost in all the wrong places. As she discovers, the wrong places famously include her own self-suppression and misguided efforts to please others (mostly men). She’s a writer, editor, teacher and the editor-in-chief of Oldster Magazine, an online publication de-stigmatizing and normalizing aging by demonstrating that it's happening to everyone, of all ages, all the time. She edited the award winning anthology Goodbye to All That: Writers on Loving & Leaving NY and its NY Times bestselling follow-up, Never Can Say Goodbye: Writers on Their Unshakable Love for NY. Her work has appeared in the NY Times, New York Magazine, The Sun,The Village Voice and Harpers Bazaar.
Kathryn interviews Milan Kordestani.“I’m just saying.” These three little words that tend to follow an intense debate are a signal that someone has given up on listening or being understood. They’ve dug into their position, and there will be no budging – an unfortunate symptom of living in a divided world. The lack of civil discourse and constructive conversations motivated the 24-year-old, 3x social entrepreneur Milan Kordestani to found The Doe – an anonymous digital publication promoting open-minded discussions and restoring civil discourse. In a world fueled by arguments and outrage, he offers insight and tools to navigate necessary difficult conversations, offering a much-needed infusion of kindness in an increasingly contentious society. He has written for numerous online publications, including Rolling Stone, Huffington Post, Entrepreneur.com, ThriveGlobal, and other platforms. He regularly covers topics in entrepreneurship, self-help, startup culture, the environment, leadership and media.Kathryn also interviews Author, Editor-in-Chief Oldster Magazine Sari Botton.In a series of candid, reflective, sometimes humorous essays, Sari Botton describes coming to feminism and self-actualization as an older person, second (and third and fourth)chances-and how maybe it's never too late to find your way...assuming you're lucky enough to live long. Botton describes finding yourself later in life-after first getting lost in all the wrong places. As she discovers, the wrong places famously include her own self-suppression and misguided efforts to please others (mostly men). She’s a writer, editor, teacher and the editor-in-chief of Oldster Magazine, an online publication de-stigmatizing and normalizing aging by demonstrating that it's happening to everyone, of all ages, all the time. She edited the award winning anthology Goodbye to All That: Writers on Loving & Leaving NY and its NY Times bestselling follow-up, Never Can Say Goodbye: Writers on Their Unshakable Love for NY. Her work has appeared in the NY Times, New York Magazine, The Sun,The Village Voice and Harpers Bazaar.
Kathryn interviews Attorney Jeffrey B. Simon.Attorney & law professor Jeffrey B. Simon recently won an historic $1.8 billion settlement against Johnson & Johnson and other pharmaceutical giants that will go towards opioid harm reduction in the state of Texas. He will share how they are spending this settlement money and how this model should be replicated across America in order to fund intensive harm reduction programs to combat the ongoing opioid epidemic. Standing between large corporations and the harm their self-interested policies do to American consumers, Simon is also focused on protecting consumer rights and giving a greater voice to the importance of this struggle. He has been recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer in Texas Monthly Magazine every year for over fifteen years, and in 2020, was recognized as a Texas Trailblazer by Texas Lawyer. Simon also hosts the popular Outside Counsel podcast series.Kathryn also interviews Author Deborah K. Shepherd.As her stultifying marriage is unraveling, and in the midst of mourning the loss of her creative self, Caro Tanner has a nightmare about Peter, an old love whom she hasn’t seen in twenty years. She takes this as a sign he still needs her. With her three children safely off to summer camp, Caro embarks on a pre-Facebook, pre-cell phone road trip to recapture who she once was and what she thinks she once had. Set in the rock ‘n roll ‘60s of Tucson, Arizona—when Caro and Peter were kooky, colorful, and inseparable drama students—and in the suburban ‘80s, when Caro’s creative spark has been quenched to serve the needs of her husband and children, Author Deborah K. Shepherd explores the conundrum of love and physical attraction, creativity and family responsibilities, and what happens when they are out of sync. She was the director of a domestic violence program in central Maine. Her essays have been published by Herstry, Persimmon Tree, Women on Writing, and Women Writers, Women’s Books.
Kathryn interviews Attorney Jeffrey B. Simon.Attorney & law professor Jeffrey B. Simon recently won an historic $1.8 billion settlement against Johnson & Johnson and other pharmaceutical giants that will go towards opioid harm reduction in the state of Texas. He will share how they are spending this settlement money and how this model should be replicated across America in order to fund intensive harm reduction programs to combat the ongoing opioid epidemic. Standing between large corporations and the harm their self-interested policies do to American consumers, Simon is also focused on protecting consumer rights and giving a greater voice to the importance of this struggle. He has been recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer in Texas Monthly Magazine every year for over fifteen years, and in 2020, was recognized as a Texas Trailblazer by Texas Lawyer. Simon also hosts the popular Outside Counsel podcast series.Kathryn also interviews Author Deborah K. Shepherd.As her stultifying marriage is unraveling, and in the midst of mourning the loss of her creative self, Caro Tanner has a nightmare about Peter, an old love whom she hasn’t seen in twenty years. She takes this as a sign he still needs her. With her three children safely off to summer camp, Caro embarks on a pre-Facebook, pre-cell phone road trip to recapture who she once was and what she thinks she once had. Set in the rock ‘n roll ‘60s of Tucson, Arizona—when Caro and Peter were kooky, colorful, and inseparable drama students—and in the suburban ‘80s, when Caro’s creative spark has been quenched to serve the needs of her husband and children, Author Deborah K. Shepherd explores the conundrum of love and physical attraction, creativity and family responsibilities, and what happens when they are out of sync. She was the director of a domestic violence program in central Maine. Her essays have been published by Herstry, Persimmon Tree, Women on Writing, and Women Writers, Women’s Books.
Kathryn interviews Author Linda Rossetti. In times of upheaval and uncertainty — in the aftermath of a breakup, the loss of a job, a troubling health diagnosis, or some other disruption occurs — we need a new response to how we imagine ourselves. We must say goodbye to what we expected would happen and embrace a new self-concept anchored by what holds value and meaning to us. The process of transformation can allow us to discard both internal and external expectations that no longer serve us, and initiate a growth cycle that connects us to our truth. Linda Rossetti offers insights and empowers us to set a new course when the future is a blank slate. She teaches techniques that can bring clarity, energy, and optimism to any journey of transformation. She is a Harvard MBA, former Fortune 500 executive, and pioneering researcher on individuals’ experience at the crossroads of their lives. Her work has been featured on NPR, NECN, CBS/WBZ, Money Magazine, SMARTBrief, the BBJ and other outlets.Kathryn also interviews Author Alexandra Kharazi, MD.Burnout is at an all time high among professionals. It has led to ‘Bare Minimum Mondays’ and many professionals resigning from their positions. It has been made worse with the acute job shortage in many professions and overwhelming workloads. How can professionals cope with the burnout? How can you overcome it? Through candid interviews with people in high-stress, high-risk occupations, Alexandra Kharazi MD brings us a raw and honest exploration of the internal conflicts and fears shared by professionals in distinctly different yet surprisingly comparable fields-including medicine, skydiving, and stunt driving. She provides insight on navigating risk in the face of fear and offers techniques on how we can ultimately transcend the limiting beliefs that hold us back from achieving our goals. Dr. Kharazi is a cardiothoracic surgeon based in California.
Kathryn interviews Author Linda Rossetti. In times of upheaval and uncertainty — in the aftermath of a breakup, the loss of a job, a troubling health diagnosis, or some other disruption occurs — we need a new response to how we imagine ourselves. We must say goodbye to what we expected would happen and embrace a new self-concept anchored by what holds value and meaning to us. The process of transformation can allow us to discard both internal and external expectations that no longer serve us, and initiate a growth cycle that connects us to our truth. Linda Rossetti offers insights and empowers us to set a new course when the future is a blank slate. She teaches techniques that can bring clarity, energy, and optimism to any journey of transformation. She is a Harvard MBA, former Fortune 500 executive, and pioneering researcher on individuals’ experience at the crossroads of their lives. Her work has been featured on NPR, NECN, CBS/WBZ, Money Magazine, SMARTBrief, the BBJ and other outlets.Kathryn also interviews Author Alexandra Kharazi, MD.Burnout is at an all time high among professionals. It has led to ‘Bare Minimum Mondays’ and many professionals resigning from their positions. It has been made worse with the acute job shortage in many professions and overwhelming workloads. How can professionals cope with the burnout? How can you overcome it? Through candid interviews with people in high-stress, high-risk occupations, Alexandra Kharazi MD brings us a raw and honest exploration of the internal conflicts and fears shared by professionals in distinctly different yet surprisingly comparable fields-including medicine, skydiving, and stunt driving. She provides insight on navigating risk in the face of fear and offers techniques on how we can ultimately transcend the limiting beliefs that hold us back from achieving our goals. Dr. Kharazi is a cardiothoracic surgeon based in California.
Kathryn interviews Author David Cravit.People are living longer and longer. Someone turning 65 today can typically look forward to an additional 15 years or more of high-quality living. Centenarians are quickly becoming the fastest growing age-group, with more and more people living into their 80s, and even their 90s. David Cravit uncovers seven simple key components—Attitude, Awareness, Activity, Autonomy, Achievement, Attachment, and Avoidance—that teach us to turn the period after age 65 into one of the most productive and fulfilling times of our lives - from taking control of our health, to revolutionary ways of thinking about retirement, money, housing and even relationships. Cravit, an executive at ZoomerMedia appears frequently on radio and TV as a commentator on new trends and developments leading to a complete ‘reinvention' of what it means to be ‘older’.Kathryn also interviews Author Mark Sullivan MD, PhD.Do we have a right to pain relief? Our belief in a right to pain relief rests on a belief about the nature of pain: namely, that pain is a mechanical, impersonal process that originates outside of the individual. But the origins and experience of pain are far more complex—particularly with chronic and/or unexplainable pain. Physical pain doesn’t operate independently of the person who bears it. It intersects with all of the unique psychological and social factors at work in the individual in his or her life. Mark Sullivan MD, PhD reveals how popular misconceptions around pain, among doctors and the medical community, are as much to blame for the opioid epidemic as ‘greedy' pharmaceutical companies. He is Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Washington. His most recent article was published in the Boston Globe in 2023.
Kathryn interviews Author David Cravit.People are living longer and longer. Someone turning 65 today can typically look forward to an additional 15 years or more of high-quality living. Centenarians are quickly becoming the fastest growing age-group, with more and more people living into their 80s, and even their 90s. David Cravit uncovers seven simple key components—Attitude, Awareness, Activity, Autonomy, Achievement, Attachment, and Avoidance—that teach us to turn the period after age 65 into one of the most productive and fulfilling times of our lives - from taking control of our health, to revolutionary ways of thinking about retirement, money, housing and even relationships. Cravit, an executive at ZoomerMedia appears frequently on radio and TV as a commentator on new trends and developments leading to a complete ‘reinvention' of what it means to be ‘older’.Kathryn also interviews Author Mark Sullivan MD, PhD.Do we have a right to pain relief? Our belief in a right to pain relief rests on a belief about the nature of pain: namely, that pain is a mechanical, impersonal process that originates outside of the individual. But the origins and experience of pain are far more complex—particularly with chronic and/or unexplainable pain. Physical pain doesn’t operate independently of the person who bears it. It intersects with all of the unique psychological and social factors at work in the individual in his or her life. Mark Sullivan MD, PhD reveals how popular misconceptions around pain, among doctors and the medical community, are as much to blame for the opioid epidemic as ‘greedy' pharmaceutical companies. He is Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Washington. His most recent article was published in the Boston Globe in 2023.
Kathryn interviews Author Kim Cantin.On January 9, 2018, heavy rainfall combined with deforestation from recent wildfires caused a series of mudflows northwest of Montecito. The incident was responsible for 23 deaths and caused $177 million in property damage. News of the mudslide that ravaged the unsuspecting community made national headlines. Among those headlines was the tragic story of the Cantin family. Kim Cantin along with her husband, two children and family dog were separated during the mudslide. When Kim was rescued that morning, she learned that her teen daughter miraculously had been found. Tragically, her husband did not survive and her son was missing. What transpired in the devastating aftermath of the Cantin tragedy is a powerful 3 1/2 year journey to find her son’s remains. From organizing and performing for celebrity fundraisers for other mudslide victims to immersing herself in her art-singing-she has embraced her healing process in profound ways.Kathryn also interviews Vlogger Starly Santos.27-year-old Starly Santos, a graduate of Columbia University and full time-cryptocurrency trader, is going on a date with a local man in every country around the world and sharing it all on social media. She is creating videos of each date that engage the audience by exploring different cultures as well as being fully transparent about dating life as a single young woman. While she is inspiring other women to travel alone on her Instagram and TikTok starly.dates, she is also sharing her reflection on what she learned about each new culture from her dates. In addition, she uses her platform to take on some vitally serious issues behind the glamor. In a recent post she opened up about struggling with depression and attempted suicide following the death of her mother after a long battle with Alzheimers. She says traveling makes her feel grateful to be alive and excited for the future. “It lights my soul on fire.
Kathryn interviews Author Kim Cantin.On January 9, 2018, heavy rainfall combined with deforestation from recent wildfires caused a series of mudflows northwest of Montecito. The incident was responsible for 23 deaths and caused $177 million in property damage. News of the mudslide that ravaged the unsuspecting community made national headlines. Among those headlines was the tragic story of the Cantin family. Kim Cantin along with her husband, two children and family dog were separated during the mudslide. When Kim was rescued that morning, she learned that her teen daughter miraculously had been found. Tragically, her husband did not survive and her son was missing. What transpired in the devastating aftermath of the Cantin tragedy is a powerful 3 1/2 year journey to find her son’s remains. From organizing and performing for celebrity fundraisers for other mudslide victims to immersing herself in her art-singing-she has embraced her healing process in profound ways.Kathryn also interviews Vlogger Starly Santos.27-year-old Starly Santos, a graduate of Columbia University and full time-cryptocurrency trader, is going on a date with a local man in every country around the world and sharing it all on social media. She is creating videos of each date that engage the audience by exploring different cultures as well as being fully transparent about dating life as a single young woman. While she is inspiring other women to travel alone on her Instagram and TikTok starly.dates, she is also sharing her reflection on what she learned about each new culture from her dates. In addition, she uses her platform to take on some vitally serious issues behind the glamor. In a recent post she opened up about struggling with depression and attempted suicide following the death of her mother after a long battle with Alzheimers. She says traveling makes her feel grateful to be alive and excited for the future. “It lights my soul on fire.
Kathryn interviews Strategist, Podcast Host Natalie E. Norfus.The Norfus Firm was formed by Natalie E. Norfus in 2019, born out of nearly two decades of Human Resources & Diversity, Equity and Inclusion experience.Today Norfus has an alliance of consultants that help bring organizational solutions to clients in various areas. She believes there is no “one-size fits all” approach to HR or DEI initiatives and uses a metrics-based model to help organizations develop policies, programs and goals that are customized to their needs. She is the co-host of the “What’s the DEIL?” podcast for organizational leaders – and those who support them – as they make their way along their DEI journey. In this podcast, Norfus explores how leaders can create space for authentic human connection through the lens of DEI, focusing on practical strategies and best practices that improve employee engagement, retention and impact.Kathryn also interviews Author Meryl Frank.As a child, Meryl Frank was the chosen inheritor of family remembrance. Her aunt Mollie insisted that Meryl never forget who they were, where they came from and the hate that nearly destroyed them. Over long afternoons, Mollie told Meryl about the city, the theater and Meryl’s cousin, the radiant Franya Winter who was the leading light of Vilna’s Yiddish theater. Yet there was one thing her aunt Mollie would never tell Meryl: how Franya died. Before Mollie passed away, she gave Meryl a Yiddish book containing the terrible answer, but forbade her to read it. For years she obeyed. But eventually, during Meryl’s search for Franya, she discovered the shocking truth. Frank is an international champion of women’s leadership and human rights. She was appointed Ambassador to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women by President Barak Obama in 2009, and in 2012 was selected as one of “The Most Influential Jews in the World”.
Kathryn interviews Strategist, Podcast Host Natalie E. Norfus.The Norfus Firm was formed by Natalie E. Norfus in 2019, born out of nearly two decades of Human Resources & Diversity, Equity and Inclusion experience.Today Norfus has an alliance of consultants that help bring organizational solutions to clients in various areas. She believes there is no “one-size fits all” approach to HR or DEI initiatives and uses a metrics-based model to help organizations develop policies, programs and goals that are customized to their needs. She is the co-host of the “What’s the DEIL?” podcast for organizational leaders – and those who support them – as they make their way along their DEI journey. In this podcast, Norfus explores how leaders can create space for authentic human connection through the lens of DEI, focusing on practical strategies and best practices that improve employee engagement, retention and impact.Kathryn also interviews Author Meryl Frank.As a child, Meryl Frank was the chosen inheritor of family remembrance. Her aunt Mollie insisted that Meryl never forget who they were, where they came from and the hate that nearly destroyed them. Over long afternoons, Mollie told Meryl about the city, the theater and Meryl’s cousin, the radiant Franya Winter who was the leading light of Vilna’s Yiddish theater. Yet there was one thing her aunt Mollie would never tell Meryl: how Franya died. Before Mollie passed away, she gave Meryl a Yiddish book containing the terrible answer, but forbade her to read it. For years she obeyed. But eventually, during Meryl’s search for Franya, she discovered the shocking truth. Frank is an international champion of women’s leadership and human rights. She was appointed Ambassador to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women by President Barak Obama in 2009, and in 2012 was selected as one of “The Most Influential Jews in the World”.
Kathryn interviews Author Frieda Hoffman. Upon discovering that so many other women had experienced miscarriage but had never felt comfortable sharing it, certified coach Frieda Hoffman felt not only betrayed by and furious with the patriarchy that made them feel ashamed, but also a profound sense of sadness that women seem to be made to suffer in silence. Shame and silence beget shame and silence, but Hoffman saw the opportunity to break that by sharing that essential affirmation that we are not alone—in our experience of loss, infertility, healing, uncertainty, longing for catharsis, or mindset. She is a transformative coach and mediator, creative consultant, and entrepreneur with a passion for supporting women and courageous leadership. She holds an MA in social work and conflict management from Berlin’s Alice Salomon University and a dual BA in psychology and anthropology from Johns Hopkins University.Kathryn also interviews Author Joanne Tubbs Kelly. It is no secret, we have to make some tough decisions with regard to loved ones health and care as they age. As more and more states legalize medical aid in dying, the conversation surrounding America’s healthcare system and the choice to end suffering is growing. Joanne Kelly chronicles her journey coming to terms with her kind, funny husband’s terminal illness and his quest to decide what his death looks like, despite her desire to keep him alive. Alan and Joanne marry in midlife and live a happily-ever-after existence until, at sixty-nine, Alan is diagnosed with a rare, fatal, neurodegenerative illness. As he becomes increasingly disabled and dependent on others, and decreasingly able to find joy in life, he decides he wants to end his suffering using Colorado’s Medical Aid in Dying law. Tender and heartfelt, this is one woman’s story about loving extravagantly—and being loved in kind.
Kathryn interviews Director Reed Harkness.Filmed over an expanse of 25 years, two brothers go on a 2,000-mile road trip to solve a family mystery. Shooting on nearly every camera format imaginable, from hand-developed Super 8 film to Arri 4K, Reed Harkness and his younger half-brother Sam use their creative world of fiction filmmaking to dive headfirst into dealing with the issue at hand: Sam’s mom is missing. Sam’s wetsuit and mask-wearing alter ego, the Blue Panther, bounds into frame with youthful energy and a heroic spirit of adventure. But can the Blue Panther save the day? And are these fun-loving brothers actually ready for what lies ahead? Solving the mystery of Sam’s mom’s disappearance is only the beginning of their story. Reed also directed the award-winning 30-minute documentary FOREST ON FIRE and the documentary series for Topic, HOUSE ON FIRE.
Kathryn interviews Author,Psychotherapist Dr. Jane Greer.People employ denial because it makes their lives easier in the moment. It even makes their life appear to be better — the way they’d like it to be, the way they wish it were — rather than what it actually is. It’s important to recognize denial’s sneaky voice and to talk back to it with clarity and strength. This means exploring what typically traps people in their misery, frustration, and disappointment with their relationships. Being honest with ourselves lets in the voice of reason that we must hear in order to live a healthier emotional life. Dr. Jane Greer helps readers to squelch their tendency to let their own and others’ denial rule their lives. She is a marriage and family therapist, psychotherapist, author, radio host, and creator of “SHRINK WRAP,” the popular commentary on what we can learn from the trials and triumphs of not only celebrity, but all relationships.Kathryn also interviews Author Steph Jagger.Steph Jagger lost her mother before she lost her. Stricken with an incurable disease that slowly erases all sense of self, her mother struggles to remember her favorite drink, her favorite song, and—perhaps most heartbreaking of all—Steph herself. As the woman who loved and raised her begins to slip away, she makes a promise: to write her mother’s story before it’s entirely lost. Aware of her mother’s waning memory, she proposes a camping trip—which her mother agrees to embark upon. An adventure full of horseback riding, hiking, and “tenting” out west quickly turns into one woman’s reflection on the mysteries tucked inside ourselves and our ancestry—and what it means to love someone who doesn’t quite remember the person she spent her lifetime becoming. Jagger is a sought-after mentor and coach whose offerings guide people toward a deeper understanding of themselves and their stories. Her work, including speaking and facilitating, lies at the intersection of loss, the nature of deep remembrance, and the personal journey of re-creation.
Kathryn interviews Author,Psychotherapist Dr. Jane Greer.People employ denial because it makes their lives easier in the moment. It even makes their life appear to be better — the way they’d like it to be, the way they wish it were — rather than what it actually is. It’s important to recognize denial’s sneaky voice and to talk back to it with clarity and strength. This means exploring what typically traps people in their misery, frustration, and disappointment with their relationships. Being honest with ourselves lets in the voice of reason that we must hear in order to live a healthier emotional life. Dr. Jane Greer helps readers to squelch their tendency to let their own and others’ denial rule their lives. She is a marriage and family therapist, psychotherapist, author, radio host, and creator of “SHRINK WRAP,” the popular commentary on what we can learn from the trials and triumphs of not only celebrity, but all relationships.Kathryn also interviews Author Steph Jagger.Steph Jagger lost her mother before she lost her. Stricken with an incurable disease that slowly erases all sense of self, her mother struggles to remember her favorite drink, her favorite song, and—perhaps most heartbreaking of all—Steph herself. As the woman who loved and raised her begins to slip away, she makes a promise: to write her mother’s story before it’s entirely lost. Aware of her mother’s waning memory, she proposes a camping trip—which her mother agrees to embark upon. An adventure full of horseback riding, hiking, and “tenting” out west quickly turns into one woman’s reflection on the mysteries tucked inside ourselves and our ancestry—and what it means to love someone who doesn’t quite remember the person she spent her lifetime becoming. Jagger is a sought-after mentor and coach whose offerings guide people toward a deeper understanding of themselves and their stories. Her work, including speaking and facilitating, lies at the intersection of loss, the nature of deep remembrance, and the personal journey of re-creation.
Kathryn interviews Author Nancy Regan.In her first book, the former television broadcaster, Nancy Regan, gives us a behind-the-scenes account of her experience hosting a newsmagazine with a daily audience of over a quarter million—and interviewing some of the biggest celebrities in the world—all while studiously concealing fear, insecurity, and self-doubt. With remarkable candor, Regan describes how she created the illusion of having it all together because she didn’t want anyone to know how close she was to falling apart. Featuring soulful lessons from her conversations with such luminaries as Oprah and bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert (Eat Pray Love) and serving up some of her favorite practices for staying grounded in presence, she shares with us a powerful roadmap for living a more authentic life. She was the highly rated host of CTV’s Atlantic’s Live at 5 for fifteen years and as an actor, appeared in tv and film productions such as Haven, Trailer Park Boys, and Reversible Errors.Kathryn also interviews Author Meredith Bagby.In 1978, NASA announced its first class of civilian astronauts, opening its ranks to candidates beyond white male fighter pilots. Among them were: the first American woman, African American, Asian American, Jewish person, mother, LGBTQ+ person, and married couple. Now, Meredith Bagby shares the never-before-told stories of “the new guys,” a class of pioneers who shattered glass ceilings, overcame racial barriers, and literally changed the face of space travel. She researched oral histories, congressional hearings, investigative reports, and had exclusive access to and the cooperation of three of the first American women in space—Kathy Sullivan, Anna Fisher, and Rhea Seddon—and tells their captivating story of the race to be the first woman in space. She was a senior film development executive at DreamWorks SKG, a political reporter and producer for CNN, and a teaching fellow at Harvard’s Institute of Politics. Her education includes Columbia Law School and Harvard College.
Kathryn interviews Author Nancy Regan.In her first book, the former television broadcaster, Nancy Regan, gives us a behind-the-scenes account of her experience hosting a newsmagazine with a daily audience of over a quarter million—and interviewing some of the biggest celebrities in the world—all while studiously concealing fear, insecurity, and self-doubt. With remarkable candor, Regan describes how she created the illusion of having it all together because she didn’t want anyone to know how close she was to falling apart. Featuring soulful lessons from her conversations with such luminaries as Oprah and bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert (Eat Pray Love) and serving up some of her favorite practices for staying grounded in presence, she shares with us a powerful roadmap for living a more authentic life. She was the highly rated host of CTV’s Atlantic’s Live at 5 for fifteen years and as an actor, appeared in tv and film productions such as Haven, Trailer Park Boys, and Reversible Errors.Kathryn also interviews Author Meredith Bagby.In 1978, NASA announced its first class of civilian astronauts, opening its ranks to candidates beyond white male fighter pilots. Among them were: the first American woman, African American, Asian American, Jewish person, mother, LGBTQ+ person, and married couple. Now, Meredith Bagby shares the never-before-told stories of “the new guys,” a class of pioneers who shattered glass ceilings, overcame racial barriers, and literally changed the face of space travel. She researched oral histories, congressional hearings, investigative reports, and had exclusive access to and the cooperation of three of the first American women in space—Kathy Sullivan, Anna Fisher, and Rhea Seddon—and tells their captivating story of the race to be the first woman in space. She was a senior film development executive at DreamWorks SKG, a political reporter and producer for CNN, and a teaching fellow at Harvard’s Institute of Politics. Her education includes Columbia Law School and Harvard College.
Kathryn interviews Author Susan Verde.Many of us have an inner critic, a voice that tells us we’re not good enough—as a friend, a child, a parent—and it can be a battle of wills and perseverance to tame that internal chatter. NY Times bestselling author and mindfulness expert, Susan Verde, has wrestled with this struggle for decades. Yoga, meditation, and mindfulness practices became her way of challenging and quieting her internal faultfinder as she experienced loss, divorce, and parenthood. Now she shares a collection of original essays that emphasize the power of positive self-talk. With humor, heart, and disarming vulnerability, she reveals her missteps and her greatest moments of joy. She writes books for readers of all ages, including the #1 NY Times bestselling I AM series, and teaches kids yoga and social-emotional awareness.Kathryn also interviews Author Colin Campbell.When Colin Campbell’s two teenage children were killed by a drunk driver, he was thrown headlong into a grief so deep he felt he might lose his mind. He found much of the common wisdom about coping with loss—including the ideas that grieving is a private and mysterious process and that the pain is so great that “there are no words”—to be unhelpful. Drawing on what he learned from his own journey, Campbell offers an alternative path for processing pain that is active and vocal and truly honors loved ones lost. Full of practical advice on how to survive in the aftermath of loss, he shows readers how to actively reach out to their community, perform mourning rituals, and find ways to express their grief, so they can live more fully while also holding their loved ones close. He is a writer and director for theater and film. The short film he wrote and directed with his beautiful and talented wife, Seraglio, was nominated for an Academy Award.
Kathryn interviews Author Susan Verde.Many of us have an inner critic, a voice that tells us we’re not good enough—as a friend, a child, a parent—and it can be a battle of wills and perseverance to tame that internal chatter. NY Times bestselling author and mindfulness expert, Susan Verde, has wrestled with this struggle for decades. Yoga, meditation, and mindfulness practices became her way of challenging and quieting her internal faultfinder as she experienced loss, divorce, and parenthood. Now she shares a collection of original essays that emphasize the power of positive self-talk. With humor, heart, and disarming vulnerability, she reveals her missteps and her greatest moments of joy. She writes books for readers of all ages, including the #1 NY Times bestselling I AM series, and teaches kids yoga and social-emotional awareness.Kathryn also interviews Author Colin Campbell.When Colin Campbell’s two teenage children were killed by a drunk driver, he was thrown headlong into a grief so deep he felt he might lose his mind. He found much of the common wisdom about coping with loss—including the ideas that grieving is a private and mysterious process and that the pain is so great that “there are no words”—to be unhelpful. Drawing on what he learned from his own journey, Campbell offers an alternative path for processing pain that is active and vocal and truly honors loved ones lost. Full of practical advice on how to survive in the aftermath of loss, he shows readers how to actively reach out to their community, perform mourning rituals, and find ways to express their grief, so they can live more fully while also holding their loved ones close. He is a writer and director for theater and film. The short film he wrote and directed with his beautiful and talented wife, Seraglio, was nominated for an Academy Award.
Kathryn interviews Author Beth Fisher-Yoshida.Negotiating isn’t easy. And for countless women, it’s exponentially harder. If you come across as fired up and assertive, you’ll face backlash from people who label you as unlikable, unhirable, intimidating, or bossy. If you’re amenable or meek, the negotiation falls apart. It’s no wonder 60% of women haven’t negotiated issues like workplace pay—at all. Though the world around us is rapidly changing, the antiquated stories about “how women should be” have not. By dumping this cultural baggage and writing a new story, women will strengthen their resolve and negotiation acumen—and get fast results. Pulling from 30-plus years of negotiation research and practice, Beth Fisher-Yoshida, a negotiation consultant for the United Nations, offers no-nonsense negotiation strategies for women of all ages. She’s a global expert and educator in intercultural negotiation and communication as well as the program director of Columbia University’s Master of Science in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution.Kathryn also interviews Chef Dale MacKay. Touring the world as Gordon Ramsay’s right-hand at his Michelin-starred restaurants, the first Top Chef Canada winner and AAA Five Diamond Award winning Chef Dale MacKay is gearing up for a huge 2023 as he competes in the upcoming new season of Bravo’s Top Chef: World All-Stars premiering on Thursday, March 9th. This time the chefs will return to the kitchen to battle it out throughout London before moving on to the grand finale in Paris. This epic showdown marks the first time the flagship edition of Top Chef has gone abroad for an entire season. His culinary career began as a fry cook in Vancouver. He then moved to London, where he began working at Gordon Ramsay’s Claridge’s, followed by stints in other Michelin-starred Ramsay restaurants in London, Tokyo, and New York City. He eventually returned to Vancouver to become the executive chef at Daniel Boulud’s Lumière restaurant.
Kathryn interviews Author Beth Fisher-Yoshida.Negotiating isn’t easy. And for countless women, it’s exponentially harder. If you come across as fired up and assertive, you’ll face backlash from people who label you as unlikable, unhirable, intimidating, or bossy. If you’re amenable or meek, the negotiation falls apart. It’s no wonder 60% of women haven’t negotiated issues like workplace pay—at all. Though the world around us is rapidly changing, the antiquated stories about “how women should be” have not. By dumping this cultural baggage and writing a new story, women will strengthen their resolve and negotiation acumen—and get fast results. Pulling from 30-plus years of negotiation research and practice, Beth Fisher-Yoshida, a negotiation consultant for the United Nations, offers no-nonsense negotiation strategies for women of all ages. She’s a global expert and educator in intercultural negotiation and communication as well as the program director of Columbia University’s Master of Science in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution.Kathryn also interviews Chef Dale MacKay. Touring the world as Gordon Ramsay’s right-hand at his Michelin-starred restaurants, the first Top Chef Canada winner and AAA Five Diamond Award winning Chef Dale MacKay is gearing up for a huge 2023 as he competes in the upcoming new season of Bravo’s Top Chef: World All-Stars premiering on Thursday, March 9th. This time the chefs will return to the kitchen to battle it out throughout London before moving on to the grand finale in Paris. This epic showdown marks the first time the flagship edition of Top Chef has gone abroad for an entire season. His culinary career began as a fry cook in Vancouver. He then moved to London, where he began working at Gordon Ramsay’s Claridge’s, followed by stints in other Michelin-starred Ramsay restaurants in London, Tokyo, and New York City. He eventually returned to Vancouver to become the executive chef at Daniel Boulud’s Lumière restaurant.
Kathryn interviews Entrepreneur, Speaker Jim Marggraff.How can grandparents help keep students engaged in schoolwork and eager to learn more? Researchers say it’s something surprisingly simple: Play with them. Studies suggest that movement activities have a highly positive influence on a child’s overall physical activity and learning ability. Educational innovator Jim Marggraff, known to millions of kids as the inventor of the LeapPad (and the voice of The Narrator), is here to share fun facetime activities to help our kids become better students by enhancing their activities at home. He’s a serial inventor, entrepreneur, philanthropist, author, speaker, and an energized dad and husband. He holds 56 issued patents, is an Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year, one of MIT’s top 150 inventors, and was declared a Father of the Year by the National Father’s Day Council.Kathryn also interviews Author Michael Schnabel. In each person's life there are events that forever change their course. Twenty-seven year old Stephanie experienced two of these events in fourteen days; the birth of her only child and discovery that she has an 8 percent chance of living. She is haunted by the thought that this baby will only know her through pictures, until she makes that thought her motivation to survive. Michael Schnabel, Stephanie's father, tells the story of survival and how three generations of a family respond to crisis. Stephanie's courage is fueled by her son's deep brown eyes and unconditional love. Her faith comes from the belief that something greater than us provides what we need, when we need it. A graduate of Northern State University, Schnabel developed his passion for writing and storytelling during his thirty-year career at Bristol-Myers Squibb.
Kathryn interviews Entrepreneur, Speaker Jim Marggraff.How can grandparents help keep students engaged in schoolwork and eager to learn more? Researchers say it’s something surprisingly simple: Play with them. Studies suggest that movement activities have a highly positive influence on a child’s overall physical activity and learning ability. Educational innovator Jim Marggraff, known to millions of kids as the inventor of the LeapPad (and the voice of The Narrator), is here to share fun facetime activities to help our kids become better students by enhancing their activities at home. He’s a serial inventor, entrepreneur, philanthropist, author, speaker, and an energized dad and husband. He holds 56 issued patents, is an Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year, one of MIT’s top 150 inventors, and was declared a Father of the Year by the National Father’s Day Council.Kathryn also interviews Author Michael Schnabel. In each person's life there are events that forever change their course. Twenty-seven year old Stephanie experienced two of these events in fourteen days; the birth of her only child and discovery that she has an 8 percent chance of living. She is haunted by the thought that this baby will only know her through pictures, until she makes that thought her motivation to survive. Michael Schnabel, Stephanie's father, tells the story of survival and how three generations of a family respond to crisis. Stephanie's courage is fueled by her son's deep brown eyes and unconditional love. Her faith comes from the belief that something greater than us provides what we need, when we need it. A graduate of Northern State University, Schnabel developed his passion for writing and storytelling during his thirty-year career at Bristol-Myers Squibb.
Kathryn interviews Author David Dye.The twenty-first century hasn’t started the way many expected. We confront a potent mix of the global pandemic, global warming, the resurgence of authoritarianism, white nationalism, and war that once again threatens to consume the planet. It can feel frustrating and hopeless. But there is hope. We have the resources and wisdom, and most importantly: we have one another. Best selling author, David Dye brings us a deeply moving collection of personal essays that highlight moments of wonder, beauty, and connection. Writing with warmth and vulnerability, Dye is poignant, challenging, funny, and meditative. After two decades as an executive and elected official, David, and his wife, Karin Hurt, founded Let’s Grow Leaders, a training firm focused on human-centered leadership development.Kathryn also interviews Attorney Cheyenne Hunt JD.As Gen Z belief systems and behaviors are a driving force not only in shaping culture, but economies at the global level, it’s imperative to understand commonalities in order to discern opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. Cheyenne Hunt JD shares her thoughts on how Gen Z or “IGen” are driving industry and how it may affect our economy in the future. She is a progressive advocate and attorney specializing in progressive activism, legislative advocacy, communications and democracy-focused tech policy. She graduated from the University of California Irvine School of Law, has earned Dual Degrees in Political Science and Public Policy from the University of Denver and serves as a board member for The Women of Global Change.
Kathryn interviews Author David Dye.The twenty-first century hasn’t started the way many expected. We confront a potent mix of the global pandemic, global warming, the resurgence of authoritarianism, white nationalism, and war that once again threatens to consume the planet. It can feel frustrating and hopeless. But there is hope. We have the resources and wisdom, and most importantly: we have one another. Best selling author, David Dye brings us a deeply moving collection of personal essays that highlight moments of wonder, beauty, and connection. Writing with warmth and vulnerability, Dye is poignant, challenging, funny, and meditative. After two decades as an executive and elected official, David, and his wife, Karin Hurt, founded Let’s Grow Leaders, a training firm focused on human-centered leadership development.Kathryn also interviews Attorney Cheyenne Hunt JD.As Gen Z belief systems and behaviors are a driving force not only in shaping culture, but economies at the global level, it’s imperative to understand commonalities in order to discern opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. Cheyenne Hunt JD shares her thoughts on how Gen Z or “IGen” are driving industry and how it may affect our economy in the future. She is a progressive advocate and attorney specializing in progressive activism, legislative advocacy, communications and democracy-focused tech policy. She graduated from the University of California Irvine School of Law, has earned Dual Degrees in Political Science and Public Policy from the University of Denver and serves as a board member for The Women of Global Change.
Kathryn interviews Author Dana Dorfman PhD.Burdened by the mounting pressures on today’s youth, parents seek ways to strike the balance between supporting their teens’ current well-being while also setting them up for future success. Based on thirty years of clinical practice and her experiences raising her own teenagers in New York City, Dana Dorfman demonstrates that when parents become aware of their individual anxieties and learn to effectively manage them, they are empowered to make values aligned, rather than worry driven parenting decisions. She provides practical evidence-based parenting strategies, exercises, and reflective prompts to guide parents through a process to constructively apply to their day-to-day parenting decisions. She is a New York City based psychotherapist and was the co-host of a parenting podcast, 2 Moms on the Couch.Kathryn also interviews Author Lewellyn Melnyk.Former broadcast journalist and now farmer, Lewellyn Melnyk has personalized the plight of mental health issues as they affect our rural farming population. Complete with a music playlist that helped her get through, she shares the excruciating isolation of being a farmer in her new book. Not to mention the hours spent on her farm that separated her from the support she needed while suffering from depression and anxiety. Starting in her teens, her struggle was unbearable enough for her to consider suicide. Besides humor and a vivacious attitude, Melnyk turned to her love of music. And, in 2021 she facilitated a mental health program called, Talk, Ask, Listen. She worked as a reporter and anchor at CKX-TV in Brandon, Manitoba before focusing on farming alongside her husband and family.
Kathryn interviews Author Dana Dorfman PhD.Burdened by the mounting pressures on today’s youth, parents seek ways to strike the balance between supporting their teens’ current well-being while also setting them up for future success. Based on thirty years of clinical practice and her experiences raising her own teenagers in New York City, Dana Dorfman demonstrates that when parents become aware of their individual anxieties and learn to effectively manage them, they are empowered to make values aligned, rather than worry driven parenting decisions. She provides practical evidence-based parenting strategies, exercises, and reflective prompts to guide parents through a process to constructively apply to their day-to-day parenting decisions. She is a New York City based psychotherapist and was the co-host of a parenting podcast, 2 Moms on the Couch.Kathryn also interviews Author Lewellyn Melnyk.Former broadcast journalist and now farmer, Lewellyn Melnyk has personalized the plight of mental health issues as they affect our rural farming population. Complete with a music playlist that helped her get through, she shares the excruciating isolation of being a farmer in her new book. Not to mention the hours spent on her farm that separated her from the support she needed while suffering from depression and anxiety. Starting in her teens, her struggle was unbearable enough for her to consider suicide. Besides humor and a vivacious attitude, Melnyk turned to her love of music. And, in 2021 she facilitated a mental health program called, Talk, Ask, Listen. She worked as a reporter and anchor at CKX-TV in Brandon, Manitoba before focusing on farming alongside her husband and family.
Kathryn interviews Author Betsy Hill.Every parent of a school-aged child knows students are struggling. Seventy percent of students aren’t performing sufficiently at grade level. The National Center for Educational Statistics reports that reading and math scores for fourth graders in 2022, following the pandemic, dropped to levels not seen in two decades, with the greatest decline in students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Award-winning ’Neuroeducator Betsy Hill is committed to helping children achieve their fullest learning potential by using tested and proven neuroscience. She and co-author Roger Stark bring forth the guide to helping parents understand how brains learn and how their child’s brain learns best, empowering parents like never before. Hill teaches strategic thinking at Lake Forest Graduate School of Management holds an MA in Teaching and an MBA from Northwestern University.Kathryn also interviews Author Mary Beth O’Connor.Meet former meth addict-turned-federal judge Mary Beth O’Connor, author of From Junkie to Judge who details her inspiring journey from rock bottom to resilience as she forged a personal path to recovery from trauma and addiction. Mary Beth shares her remarkable three-phase journey: the abuse and trauma that drove her to teenage drug use, the chaos that ensued from her addiction; and how she developed a personalized secular recovery plan that led to 29+ years of sobriety. After attending Berkeley Law, in 2014 she was appointed a federal administrative law judge, which position she held until 2020. She’s a director, secretary, and founding investor for She Recovers Foundation and a director for LifeRing Secular Recovery.
Kathryn interviews Author Betsy Hill.Every parent of a school-aged child knows students are struggling. Seventy percent of students aren’t performing sufficiently at grade level. The National Center for Educational Statistics reports that reading and math scores for fourth graders in 2022, following the pandemic, dropped to levels not seen in two decades, with the greatest decline in students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Award-winning ’Neuroeducator Betsy Hill is committed to helping children achieve their fullest learning potential by using tested and proven neuroscience. She and co-author Roger Stark bring forth the guide to helping parents understand how brains learn and how their child’s brain learns best, empowering parents like never before. Hill teaches strategic thinking at Lake Forest Graduate School of Management holds an MA in Teaching and an MBA from Northwestern University.Kathryn also interviews Author Mary Beth O’Connor.Meet former meth addict-turned-federal judge Mary Beth O’Connor, author of From Junkie to Judge who details her inspiring journey from rock bottom to resilience as she forged a personal path to recovery from trauma and addiction. Mary Beth shares her remarkable three-phase journey: the abuse and trauma that drove her to teenage drug use, the chaos that ensued from her addiction; and how she developed a personalized secular recovery plan that led to 29+ years of sobriety. After attending Berkeley Law, in 2014 she was appointed a federal administrative law judge, which position she held until 2020. She’s a director, secretary, and founding investor for She Recovers Foundation and a director for LifeRing Secular Recovery.
Kathryn interviews Author Nadine Haruni.How do you explain to a child that Mom and Dad will no longer live together? Dealing with divorce can be very confusing and challenging for children. Nadine Haruni presents a story to assist families adjusting to a new family dynamic and the often overwhelming feelings that surround it. Owing to the fact that approximately 50% of marriages end in divorce, it is helpful to have a children's book that explains what divorce is in a simple way. It also engenders empathy in kids whose parents are not divorced to better understand what their friends are going through. In this first book of her Freeda the Frog series the story centers on young Frannie and Frank and their parents, Freeda and Fred, who inevitably go through a divorce. They learn that both parents will still love them even if they don’t live together. The little tadpoles also discover that they are not alone and that tadpoles at school also have divorced parents. Haruni is an award-winning children’s book author. Along with writing and parenting she is a practicing attorney and a certified yoga instructor.Kathryn also interviews Author Francesca T. Royster PhD. As a multiracial household in Chicago’s North Side community of Rogers Park, race is at the core of Francesca T. Royster and her family's world, influencing everyday acts of parenting and the conception of what family truly means. Focusing on a unit of three: the author; her wife Annie, who's white; and Cecilia, the black daughter they adopt as a couple in their forties and fifties. Royster chronicles this journey to motherhood while examining the messiness and complexity of adoption and parenthood from a black, queer, and feminist perspective. She interweaves her experiences and memories with queer and gender theory to argue that many Black families, certainly her own, have historically had a “queer” attitude toward family: configurations that sit outside the white normative experience and are the richer for their flexibility and generosity of spirit. She is a professor of English literature at DePaul University in Chicago, where she teaches classes on African American literature and culture, Shakespeare, and gender and queer theory.
Kathryn interviews Author Nadine Haruni.How do you explain to a child that Mom and Dad will no longer live together? Dealing with divorce can be very confusing and challenging for children. Nadine Haruni presents a story to assist families adjusting to a new family dynamic and the often overwhelming feelings that surround it. Owing to the fact that approximately 50% of marriages end in divorce, it is helpful to have a children's book that explains what divorce is in a simple way. It also engenders empathy in kids whose parents are not divorced to better understand what their friends are going through. In this first book of her Freeda the Frog series the story centers on young Frannie and Frank and their parents, Freeda and Fred, who inevitably go through a divorce. They learn that both parents will still love them even if they don’t live together. The little tadpoles also discover that they are not alone and that tadpoles at school also have divorced parents. Haruni is an award-winning children’s book author. Along with writing and parenting she is a practicing attorney and a certified yoga instructor.Kathryn also interviews Author Francesca T. Royster PhD. As a multiracial household in Chicago’s North Side community of Rogers Park, race is at the core of Francesca T. Royster and her family's world, influencing everyday acts of parenting and the conception of what family truly means. Focusing on a unit of three: the author; her wife Annie, who's white; and Cecilia, the black daughter they adopt as a couple in their forties and fifties. Royster chronicles this journey to motherhood while examining the messiness and complexity of adoption and parenthood from a black, queer, and feminist perspective. She interweaves her experiences and memories with queer and gender theory to argue that many Black families, certainly her own, have historically had a “queer” attitude toward family: configurations that sit outside the white normative experience and are the richer for their flexibility and generosity of spirit. She is a professor of English literature at DePaul University in Chicago, where she teaches classes on African American literature and culture, Shakespeare, and gender and queer theory.
Kathryn interviews Author Brad Buchanan PhD.Few people have survived the nightmare of a stem cell transplant gone sideways. Fewer still have had the audacity to write about the miraculous yet bewildering experience of becoming a genetic chimera. Brad Buchanan breaks this taboo and offers readers eloquent, surrealistic and profoundly moving passages about his dramatic transformation and amazing recovery. His fourth book of poems, tells in lyrically oblique confessions and hallucinatory vignettes the difficult but nevertheless wonderful history and aftermath of the author’s 2016 stem cell transplant. The book explores the problems of survivor guilt, chemical dependency, and unprocessed or displaced trauma, while tracing an ultimately positive narrative of recovery and acceptance. He holds a PhD from Stanford University and taught British and Postcolonial Literature, as well as Creative Writing, at Sacramento State University until his retirement in 2016. His poetry, fiction and scholarly articles have appeared in nearly 200 journals.Kathryn also interviews Author Aliza J. Sokolow. Award-winning food photographer and private chef Aliza J. Sokolow introduces children to healthy eating and engaging with our planet through a bold and bright color-and-activity book. Filled with 30+ activities and journal pages, appealing to the senses of even the pickiest eaters, we learn valuable lessons such as how to grow an avocado tree at home and how families around the world eat. Author Katherine Schwarzenegger, chefs Scott Conant and Dorie Greenspan, as well as food writer and Top Chef judge Gail Simmons raved about it on Instagram. Sokolow's work has won an Emmy, earned two Emmy nominations, and a James Beard literary award. Her photography can be seen in the NY Times, Architectural Digest, Bon Appetit, Wall Street Journal, and the Los Angeles Times.
Kathryn interviews Author Brad Buchanan PhD.Few people have survived the nightmare of a stem cell transplant gone sideways. Fewer still have had the audacity to write about the miraculous yet bewildering experience of becoming a genetic chimera. Brad Buchanan breaks this taboo and offers readers eloquent, surrealistic and profoundly moving passages about his dramatic transformation and amazing recovery. His fourth book of poems, tells in lyrically oblique confessions and hallucinatory vignettes the difficult but nevertheless wonderful history and aftermath of the author’s 2016 stem cell transplant. The book explores the problems of survivor guilt, chemical dependency, and unprocessed or displaced trauma, while tracing an ultimately positive narrative of recovery and acceptance. He holds a PhD from Stanford University and taught British and Postcolonial Literature, as well as Creative Writing, at Sacramento State University until his retirement in 2016. His poetry, fiction and scholarly articles have appeared in nearly 200 journals.Kathryn also interviews Author Aliza J. Sokolow. Award-winning food photographer and private chef Aliza J. Sokolow introduces children to healthy eating and engaging with our planet through a bold and bright color-and-activity book. Filled with 30+ activities and journal pages, appealing to the senses of even the pickiest eaters, we learn valuable lessons such as how to grow an avocado tree at home and how families around the world eat. Author Katherine Schwarzenegger, chefs Scott Conant and Dorie Greenspan, as well as food writer and Top Chef judge Gail Simmons raved about it on Instagram. Sokolow's work has won an Emmy, earned two Emmy nominations, and a James Beard literary award. Her photography can be seen in the NY Times, Architectural Digest, Bon Appetit, Wall Street Journal, and the Los Angeles Times.
Kathryn interviews Author Wendy Willis Baldwin.When Pearl was just a kid, her mother was imprisoned for manslaughter. Her “perfect” sister, Ruby, grew up and left Pearl behind, fleeing to a new city and recreating herself. Now, still living in the childhood home in which her mother committed the crime, Pearl is struggling with her weight—a frustrating daily obstacle that becomes a life-threatening diagnosis—and she commits to bariatric surgery. Surprisingly, Ruby agrees to return and help Pearl during the recovery period. While Pearl thought losing the weight would be the key to her new life, she begins to realize she will never be able to step into her future if she and her sister can’t reconnect and work together to put past trauma behind them. Inspired by the real-life experience of the author Wendy Willis Baldwin and her sister this is an uplifting and powerful story about two women taking their lives into their own hands. She is the co-host of the podcast, Life After Fat Pants.Kathryn also interviews Author Bob Wilber. As the son of a major league baseball player and a former baseball player himself, author Bob Wilber drew upon his own background to tell us a story that is just as much about the game of life as it is about sports. He writes in the distinct, first-person voices of the two main characters — gifted baseball player Brooks Bennett from Southern California and undersized hockey player Eric Olson from Minnesota — to immerse readers in every thought and emotion of the two main characters. Set against the backdrop of real places, real events and familiar names, he follows the characters as they each navigate the triumphs and heartaches of reaching the pinnacles of their respective sports. He brings us a story that will appeal to sports fans as well as anyone who appreciates an inspiring story of personal growth and perseverance. He is the son of major league player Del Wilber and has played in minor league baseball for the Detroit Tigers and the Oakland A’s.
Kathryn interviews Author Wendy Willis Baldwin.When Pearl was just a kid, her mother was imprisoned for manslaughter. Her “perfect” sister, Ruby, grew up and left Pearl behind, fleeing to a new city and recreating herself. Now, still living in the childhood home in which her mother committed the crime, Pearl is struggling with her weight—a frustrating daily obstacle that becomes a life-threatening diagnosis—and she commits to bariatric surgery. Surprisingly, Ruby agrees to return and help Pearl during the recovery period. While Pearl thought losing the weight would be the key to her new life, she begins to realize she will never be able to step into her future if she and her sister can’t reconnect and work together to put past trauma behind them. Inspired by the real-life experience of the author Wendy Willis Baldwin and her sister this is an uplifting and powerful story about two women taking their lives into their own hands. She is the co-host of the podcast, Life After Fat Pants.Kathryn also interviews Author Bob Wilber. As the son of a major league baseball player and a former baseball player himself, author Bob Wilber drew upon his own background to tell us a story that is just as much about the game of life as it is about sports. He writes in the distinct, first-person voices of the two main characters — gifted baseball player Brooks Bennett from Southern California and undersized hockey player Eric Olson from Minnesota — to immerse readers in every thought and emotion of the two main characters. Set against the backdrop of real places, real events and familiar names, he follows the characters as they each navigate the triumphs and heartaches of reaching the pinnacles of their respective sports. He brings us a story that will appeal to sports fans as well as anyone who appreciates an inspiring story of personal growth and perseverance. He is the son of major league player Del Wilber and has played in minor league baseball for the Detroit Tigers and the Oakland A’s.
Kathryn interviews Author Julie Gianelloni Connor.Families that have navigated their way through international adoption know that it’s a complex process that takes time and involves multiple agencies — which can make it difficult to explain to children. Award-winning author Julie Connor adopted her son from Colombia when he was 5 months old, and used her own experiences to inform her new children’s book. Using simple language and colorful illustrations by Saman Chinthaka Weerasinghe she explains the process of international adoption in a child-centric but realistic way. Designed to be read by parents to a child adopted from a foreign country, the story traces the separate emotional journeys of the prospective adoptive parents from the United States and the biological mother from another country who makes the difficult decision to give up her baby for adoption. Connor spent 33 years as a diplomat in the U.S. Foreign Service, first with the U.S. Information Agency and later with the U.S. Department of State.Kathryn also interviews Dietician and Nutritionist Suzanne Fisher MS, RD, LD/N. A recent research study published by Oxford University Press, finds that when doctors tell patients living with obesity to lose weight the guidance they give is generally vague and commonly not supported by scientific evidence. Obesity is a chronic and relapsing condition, but physicians often lack the proper tools to effectively help their patients lose weight. Giving such vague advice as “just change up your lifestyle a bit” leaves patients with bad experiences and no real results. Studies show that doctors give patients information on how to carry out their advice in only 20% of their consultations. They mostly offer weight loss guidance without any detail about how to follow it. Dietician and Nutritionist Suzanne Fisher sheds light on this topic and other diet-related current events and headlines. She's been featured in Men's Health, Runner's World, USA Today, Prevention, Readers Digest, Glamour, Self and Boca magazine.
Kathryn interviews Author Julie Gianelloni Connor.Families that have navigated their way through international adoption know that it’s a complex process that takes time and involves multiple agencies — which can make it difficult to explain to children. Award-winning author Julie Connor adopted her son from Colombia when he was 5 months old, and used her own experiences to inform her new children’s book. Using simple language and colorful illustrations by Saman Chinthaka Weerasinghe she explains the process of international adoption in a child-centric but realistic way. Designed to be read by parents to a child adopted from a foreign country, the story traces the separate emotional journeys of the prospective adoptive parents from the United States and the biological mother from another country who makes the difficult decision to give up her baby for adoption. Connor spent 33 years as a diplomat in the U.S. Foreign Service, first with the U.S. Information Agency and later with the U.S. Department of State.Kathryn also interviews Dietician and Nutritionist Suzanne Fisher MS, RD, LD/N. A recent research study published by Oxford University Press, finds that when doctors tell patients living with obesity to lose weight the guidance they give is generally vague and commonly not supported by scientific evidence. Obesity is a chronic and relapsing condition, but physicians often lack the proper tools to effectively help their patients lose weight. Giving such vague advice as “just change up your lifestyle a bit” leaves patients with bad experiences and no real results. Studies show that doctors give patients information on how to carry out their advice in only 20% of their consultations. They mostly offer weight loss guidance without any detail about how to follow it. Dietician and Nutritionist Suzanne Fisher sheds light on this topic and other diet-related current events and headlines. She's been featured in Men's Health, Runner's World, USA Today, Prevention, Readers Digest, Glamour, Self and Boca magazine.
Kathryn interviews Author Kate Andersen Brower.Elizabeth Taylor was the biggest star of the 20th century. She was the first actor to successfully break the million-dollar mark when she negotiated her starring role in Cleopatra and she championed independent filmmaking with her Oscar-winning performance in Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf. She took on the AIDS epidemic when few would and she created an iconic business, all while facing tremendous loss and waging her own private battle with chronic pain and addiction. NY Times bestselling author Kate Andersen Brower takes readers through an epic journey into the world of the real Elizabeth Taylor, exploring her undeniable and enduring influence on pop culture and modern-day celebrity as we now know it. She is a CNN contributor, a former CBS News staffer and Fox News producer. She has written for the NY Times, Vanity Fair, and the Washington Post.Kathryn also interviews CEO and Strategist Neil Foote.The history of Black Americans is filled with a powerful list of examples of highly successful entrepreneurs, not all of whom are well known. Recent National Association of Black Journalist Hall of Fame inductee Neil Foote shares with us 10 Black entrepreneurs who sold their businesses to major U.S. corporations for sums ranging from tens of millions to billions of dollars. Among these profitable success stories are Oprah Winfrey, Dr. Dre, Jay-Z, Richelle Dennis and Robert L. Johnson. With these kinds of numbers being thrown around, we have to wonder what aspiring entrepreneurs could learn from these legendary moguls. What are some of their common characteristics? Neil Foote is CEO of Foote Communications LLC, a public-relations, content management and multicultural marketing firm. He was formerly a business journalist for the Miami Herald and the Washington Post.
Kathryn interviews Author Kate Andersen Brower.Elizabeth Taylor was the biggest star of the 20th century. She was the first actor to successfully break the million-dollar mark when she negotiated her starring role in Cleopatra and she championed independent filmmaking with her Oscar-winning performance in Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf. She took on the AIDS epidemic when few would and she created an iconic business, all while facing tremendous loss and waging her own private battle with chronic pain and addiction. NY Times bestselling author Kate Andersen Brower takes readers through an epic journey into the world of the real Elizabeth Taylor, exploring her undeniable and enduring influence on pop culture and modern-day celebrity as we now know it. She is a CNN contributor, a former CBS News staffer and Fox News producer. She has written for the NY Times, Vanity Fair, and the Washington Post.Kathryn also interviews CEO and Strategist Neil Foote.The history of Black Americans is filled with a powerful list of examples of highly successful entrepreneurs, not all of whom are well known. Recent National Association of Black Journalist Hall of Fame inductee Neil Foote shares with us 10 Black entrepreneurs who sold their businesses to major U.S. corporations for sums ranging from tens of millions to billions of dollars. Among these profitable success stories are Oprah Winfrey, Dr. Dre, Jay-Z, Richelle Dennis and Robert L. Johnson. With these kinds of numbers being thrown around, we have to wonder what aspiring entrepreneurs could learn from these legendary moguls. What are some of their common characteristics? Neil Foote is CEO of Foote Communications LLC, a public-relations, content management and multicultural marketing firm. He was formerly a business journalist for the Miami Herald and the Washington Post.
Kathryn interviews Author Marilyn J. Wooley PhD.Firefighters run into burning buildings, police officers chase active shooters, and EMTs rush to provide life-saving medical support, no matter how gruesome the crime scene. First responders are the action heroes of our time, but they are not invincible. Nearly 30% of first responders will develop PTSD, and many will experience increased suicidality and other psychiatric conditions, explained psychologist and traumatologist Marilyn J. Wooley. And far too many responders struggle in silence wondering if they will ever get better. She outlines what happens in the body and mind during a critical incident that makes it both normal and natural to experience difficult thoughts and feelings. With more than 40 years of experience in the field of psychology she teaches Critical Incident Stress Management. She worked with the American Red Cross to help victims of 9/11 and served as a clinician for the West Coast Post-trauma Retreat.Kathryn also interviews Author Meg Stafford.Award-winning memoirist Meg Stafford has an adventurous spirit, and this time she takes us along for the ride. When her daughters venture into terra incognita – one of them meditating in the Himalayas and the other providing unarmed protection in the Colombian countryside – Stafford decides to go too. In the process, she reflects on her own lifetime of wanderlust and what it means for a parent to love and let go. Generous, insightful, and deeply funny, Stafford is the ideal tour guide for a journey as big as the world and as intimate as the human heart. She illuminates how there may be no greater test in parenting than trekking around the globe with your adult daughters. She is an award winning author and as a social worker in private practice, she's been helping others negotiate the terrain of relationships and connections for over 35 years.
Kathryn interviews Author Marilyn J. Wooley PhD.Firefighters run into burning buildings, police officers chase active shooters, and EMTs rush to provide life-saving medical support, no matter how gruesome the crime scene. First responders are the action heroes of our time, but they are not invincible. Nearly 30% of first responders will develop PTSD, and many will experience increased suicidality and other psychiatric conditions, explained psychologist and traumatologist Marilyn J. Wooley. And far too many responders struggle in silence wondering if they will ever get better. She outlines what happens in the body and mind during a critical incident that makes it both normal and natural to experience difficult thoughts and feelings. With more than 40 years of experience in the field of psychology she teaches Critical Incident Stress Management. She worked with the American Red Cross to help victims of 9/11 and served as a clinician for the West Coast Post-trauma Retreat.Kathryn also interviews Author Meg Stafford.Award-winning memoirist Meg Stafford has an adventurous spirit, and this time she takes us along for the ride. When her daughters venture into terra incognita – one of them meditating in the Himalayas and the other providing unarmed protection in the Colombian countryside – Stafford decides to go too. In the process, she reflects on her own lifetime of wanderlust and what it means for a parent to love and let go. Generous, insightful, and deeply funny, Stafford is the ideal tour guide for a journey as big as the world and as intimate as the human heart. She illuminates how there may be no greater test in parenting than trekking around the globe with your adult daughters. She is an award winning author and as a social worker in private practice, she's been helping others negotiate the terrain of relationships and connections for over 35 years.
Kathryn interviews Health Advocate Merilee Kern MBA.Implementing lasting and meaningful self-care behavioral changes can prove challenging, if not seemingly impossible, for some. Gamifying the process—especially that related to enhanced fitness and weight-loss with elements of fun, competition and having some form of “skin in the game,” and financially rewarding the achievements in kind—is now well-proven to be a powerful catalyst. Gamification is an effective way to level up efforts to lose those unwanted lbs. Health advocate Merilee Kern shares information on Healthy Wage, a website and app that provides cash incentives for reaching your weight loss goals. The company was founded in response to academic research that proves even small cash rewards triple the effectiveness of weight-loss programs; that people are more effective at losing weight when their own money is at risk; and that social networks play a large role in the spread of obesity, and will likely play a large role in reversing obesity. She is a former fitness champion and her articles have been featured in Forbes, Newsweek, FastCompany, ThriveGlobal, RollingStone and a wide array of other online and print publications.Kathryn also interviews Author Diane Rosenfield.Harvard law professor Diane Rosenfeld has made it her life’s work to address the problem of patriarchal violence. And after years of advocacy, she found the secret to revolutionary change in an unlikely source: the bonobos, our closest evolutionary cousins. These animals have done the unthinkable: they have evolutionarily eliminated male sexual coercion—and they did it by forming female alliances. Now Rosenfeld introduces a framework that promises to achieve something equally profound for human society: to collapse the scaffolding of patriarchy. Drawing on the lessons of her legal and policy work, Rosenfeld powerfully argues against our current set of timid and disjointed “solutions” to the myriad problems of patriarchy. Her breakthrough research has appeared in the NYTimes, Washington Post, Glamour, and more. Her op-eds have been featured in the Washington Post, Boston Globe, Chicago Tribune, cnn.com, and the Harvard Crimson.
Kathryn interviews Health Advocate Merilee Kern MBA.Implementing lasting and meaningful self-care behavioral changes can prove challenging, if not seemingly impossible, for some. Gamifying the process—especially that related to enhanced fitness and weight-loss with elements of fun, competition and having some form of “skin in the game,” and financially rewarding the achievements in kind—is now well-proven to be a powerful catalyst. Gamification is an effective way to level up efforts to lose those unwanted lbs. Health advocate Merilee Kern shares information on Healthy Wage, a website and app that provides cash incentives for reaching your weight loss goals. The company was founded in response to academic research that proves even small cash rewards triple the effectiveness of weight-loss programs; that people are more effective at losing weight when their own money is at risk; and that social networks play a large role in the spread of obesity, and will likely play a large role in reversing obesity. She is a former fitness champion and her articles have been featured in Forbes, Newsweek, FastCompany, ThriveGlobal, RollingStone and a wide array of other online and print publications.Kathryn also interviews Author Diane Rosenfield.Harvard law professor Diane Rosenfeld has made it her life’s work to address the problem of patriarchal violence. And after years of advocacy, she found the secret to revolutionary change in an unlikely source: the bonobos, our closest evolutionary cousins. These animals have done the unthinkable: they have evolutionarily eliminated male sexual coercion—and they did it by forming female alliances. Now Rosenfeld introduces a framework that promises to achieve something equally profound for human society: to collapse the scaffolding of patriarchy. Drawing on the lessons of her legal and policy work, Rosenfeld powerfully argues against our current set of timid and disjointed “solutions” to the myriad problems of patriarchy. Her breakthrough research has appeared in the NYTimes, Washington Post, Glamour, and more. Her op-eds have been featured in the Washington Post, Boston Globe, Chicago Tribune, cnn.com, and the Harvard Crimson.
Kathryn interviews Author John Schimm.Generation Z live in the tug-of-war between unprecedented courage and openness unlike the world has ever seen versus the shadows of unyielding stress, pressures, and judgment. They exist and persevere amidst a battle of public personas and private truths while being objectified as stereotypes and commodities. International award-winning author John Schimm shares 52 impactful insights, revelations, and pleasant surprises that Gen-Z has told him they want the world to know about them. His goal is to help all those who live and work with Gen-Zers to develop a better understanding of these young people, and to forge healthier and more productive relationships with them. He is the creator of such public art projects as The Gen-Z Time Capsule in collaboration with The Andy Warhol Museum. He has appeared on such national media outlets as The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Hallmark Channel’s Home & Family, Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live, NPR, and more.Kathryn also interviews Author Dave Sikorjak.Sports fans may save the world—or at least improve political discourse. Research shows that identity politics can lead to division, but that sports fans are actually able to bridge gaps in otherwise polarized groups and are far less likely to dehumanize other people who believe differently than they do. Dave Sikorjak and co-Author Ben Valenta combine unprecedented research and data to show that sports fans have higher rates and levels of social capital and connectivity than non-sports fans, and that extends to those with political differences. In a Pew survey conducted for the book, they found that identifying as a sports fan softened the often hardened boundaries between us and them, making more space for we. He has been featured in The Atlantic and he was previously an executive at Publicis, NBC, and Madison Square Garden.
Kathryn interviews Author John Schimm.Generation Z live in the tug-of-war between unprecedented courage and openness unlike the world has ever seen versus the shadows of unyielding stress, pressures, and judgment. They exist and persevere amidst a battle of public personas and private truths while being objectified as stereotypes and commodities. International award-winning author John Schimm shares 52 impactful insights, revelations, and pleasant surprises that Gen-Z has told him they want the world to know about them. His goal is to help all those who live and work with Gen-Zers to develop a better understanding of these young people, and to forge healthier and more productive relationships with them. He is the creator of such public art projects as The Gen-Z Time Capsule in collaboration with The Andy Warhol Museum. He has appeared on such national media outlets as The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Hallmark Channel’s Home & Family, Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live, NPR, and more.Kathryn also interviews Author Dave Sikorjak.Sports fans may save the world—or at least improve political discourse. Research shows that identity politics can lead to division, but that sports fans are actually able to bridge gaps in otherwise polarized groups and are far less likely to dehumanize other people who believe differently than they do. Dave Sikorjak and co-Author Ben Valenta combine unprecedented research and data to show that sports fans have higher rates and levels of social capital and connectivity than non-sports fans, and that extends to those with political differences. In a Pew survey conducted for the book, they found that identifying as a sports fan softened the often hardened boundaries between us and them, making more space for we. He has been featured in The Atlantic and he was previously an executive at Publicis, NBC, and Madison Square Garden.
Kathryn interviews Author Cornelius Grove PhD.Since 1970, students from East Asia have outscored their U.S. counterparts on every international student comparative test. Every test over 50 years; no exceptions. “Why is this always true?” asked Dr. Cornelius Grove. Now he has answers. Immersing himself in hundreds of research reports concerning East Asian children’s learning advantages, he uncovered the historical and cultural factors behind East Asians repeated successes. Dr. Grove explores the ways East Asian parents instill in their children a receptiveness to the formal learning process and explains the values underlying the parents’ mindset He gives us an outline for action for American parents who deeply value academic learning. Dr. Groveholds a Master of Arts in Teaching degree from Johns Hopkins and a Doctor of Education from Columbia. He has had a decades-long fascination with the cultural factors that affect children’s ability to learn in school.Kathryn also interviews Author Shelby Scarbrough.Soon we'll be gathering with friends, family, neighbors, and colleagues for holiday celebrations. We want to find joy in the holiday, but one conversation leads to another and soon people find themselves talking about triggering topics like what, or who, was on the ballot or other hot-button issues. Former International Protocol Officer Shelby Scarbrough knows how conversations can quickly escalate and soon you need to diffuse the situation, with the understanding that 'sometimes people cross the line’. She shares with us tips on how to take a civil approach to confrontation with friends, family, or neighbors as well as advice on how you can appreciate someone’s passion and views and respect their perspective. Shelby began her career in the White House as a member of President Ronald Reagan’s advance team, where she helped coordinate such landmark events as the Reagan-Gorbachev Moscow Summit.
Kathryn interviews Author Cornelius Grove PhD.Since 1970, students from East Asia have outscored their U.S. counterparts on every international student comparative test. Every test over 50 years; no exceptions. “Why is this always true?” asked Dr. Cornelius Grove. Now he has answers. Immersing himself in hundreds of research reports concerning East Asian children’s learning advantages, he uncovered the historical and cultural factors behind East Asians repeated successes. Dr. Grove explores the ways East Asian parents instill in their children a receptiveness to the formal learning process and explains the values underlying the parents’ mindset He gives us an outline for action for American parents who deeply value academic learning. Dr. Groveholds a Master of Arts in Teaching degree from Johns Hopkins and a Doctor of Education from Columbia. He has had a decades-long fascination with the cultural factors that affect children’s ability to learn in school.Kathryn also interviews Author Shelby Scarbrough.Soon we'll be gathering with friends, family, neighbors, and colleagues for holiday celebrations. We want to find joy in the holiday, but one conversation leads to another and soon people find themselves talking about triggering topics like what, or who, was on the ballot or other hot-button issues. Former International Protocol Officer Shelby Scarbrough knows how conversations can quickly escalate and soon you need to diffuse the situation, with the understanding that 'sometimes people cross the line’. She shares with us tips on how to take a civil approach to confrontation with friends, family, or neighbors as well as advice on how you can appreciate someone’s passion and views and respect their perspective. Shelby began her career in the White House as a member of President Ronald Reagan’s advance team, where she helped coordinate such landmark events as the Reagan-Gorbachev Moscow Summit.
Kathryn interviews Author, CEO of Ericho Communications Eric Yaverbaum.Hate speech already saw an uptick on Twitter since Elon Musk’s recent takeover. Not to mention that Musk is now “cleaning shop”, with plenty of layoffs planned at the company. From a delay in censoring hate-filled words to layoffs en masse, what will Twitter’s reputation become? If this continues, how can we anticipate our view of Twitter to change? Will it still keep its spot as a mainstream communications town square, or will it become equivalent to the next 8kun? Eric Yaverbaum, CEO of Ericho Communications and author of Public Relations for Dummies and Leadership Secrets of the World's Most Successful CEOs touches upon the negative ramifications of hate speech on Twitter, and the potential danger it poses to millions of people. He has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, The Washington Post, The NY Times, HuffPost, CNBC, and PR Week, among others.Kathryn also interviews Author Steve Simpson.This time of year may be festive for most people, but it is also painful and toxic to many. For those people, the holidays bring on the specter of violence, and the pandemic has only made it worse: a struggling economy, an increase in illness and disease, and mental health issues that are increasing at an alarming rate. These are all major factors in dysfunctional homes, and sadly, contribute to an increase in suicide as a way out. Steve Simpson remembers toxic holidays. He doesn’t think about them as often as he used to, but he remembers them. Simpson wants to help child abuse victims, like himself, find help and hope this holiday season -- just in time for National Runaway Prevention Month (November) -- and throughout the year. He has been featured on national media including CNN, FOX News, ABC News, CBS News, Montel Williams, Sally Jesse Raphael, Gordon Elliot, Ricki Lake, Maury Povich, NBC Network News, The Joe Franklin Show, and Geraldo.
Kathryn interviews Author, CEO of Ericho Communications Eric Yaverbaum.Hate speech already saw an uptick on Twitter since Elon Musk’s recent takeover. Not to mention that Musk is now “cleaning shop”, with plenty of layoffs planned at the company. From a delay in censoring hate-filled words to layoffs en masse, what will Twitter’s reputation become? If this continues, how can we anticipate our view of Twitter to change? Will it still keep its spot as a mainstream communications town square, or will it become equivalent to the next 8kun? Eric Yaverbaum, CEO of Ericho Communications and author of Public Relations for Dummies and Leadership Secrets of the World's Most Successful CEOs touches upon the negative ramifications of hate speech on Twitter, and the potential danger it poses to millions of people. He has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, The Washington Post, The NY Times, HuffPost, CNBC, and PR Week, among others.Kathryn also interviews Author Steve Simpson.This time of year may be festive for most people, but it is also painful and toxic to many. For those people, the holidays bring on the specter of violence, and the pandemic has only made it worse: a struggling economy, an increase in illness and disease, and mental health issues that are increasing at an alarming rate. These are all major factors in dysfunctional homes, and sadly, contribute to an increase in suicide as a way out. Steve Simpson remembers toxic holidays. He doesn’t think about them as often as he used to, but he remembers them. Simpson wants to help child abuse victims, like himself, find help and hope this holiday season -- just in time for National Runaway Prevention Month (November) -- and throughout the year. He has been featured on national media including CNN, FOX News, ABC News, CBS News, Montel Williams, Sally Jesse Raphael, Gordon Elliot, Ricki Lake, Maury Povich, NBC Network News, The Joe Franklin Show, and Geraldo.
Kathryn interviews Author Joey Cofone.Creative thinking—humankind’s unique ability to combine unrelated and abstract ideas—has been utilized in countless ways since the dawn of humanity. Every day, people in creative and non-creative fields take advantage of creative thinking to reach all kinds of goals, personally and professionally. Joey Cofone brings us a revealing and practical exploration of creativity: what it is, how it works, and how you can harness it in your everyday life. He demystifies the creative process by uncovering the thinking and science behind it, empowering the reader with practical, actionable steps toward creative excellence. Joey has designed and art directed over 100 products from zero to launch. His work has been featured in Fast Company, Bloomberg, New York Magazine, Newsweek, Bon Appétit, Quartz, Mashable, Print, and more.Kathryn also interviews Author Michael Govier.School-shooting drills have become as ubiquitous as fire drills; children today don’t know of a time when they weren’t a part of their safety routine. But what is not as routine is discussing the emotions and trauma that linger long after an actual school shooting occurs. Authors Michael Govier and Will McCormack offer a story of a family struggling with loss as a permission slip to react to grief, as well as an opening to conversation. Based on the Academy Award-winning short film of the same name, it is uniquely told from the perspective of Rose, a 12-year-old victim of a school shooting, as she guides readers through her story. She visits scenes from her childhood, her school days, and her last moments of life, all the while watching over her parents as they struggle to process her untimely passing. Govier who has been featured in the LA Times is an author, director, screenwriter, actor, playwright and producer.
Kathryn interviews Author Joey Cofone.Creative thinking—humankind’s unique ability to combine unrelated and abstract ideas—has been utilized in countless ways since the dawn of humanity. Every day, people in creative and non-creative fields take advantage of creative thinking to reach all kinds of goals, personally and professionally. Joey Cofone brings us a revealing and practical exploration of creativity: what it is, how it works, and how you can harness it in your everyday life. He demystifies the creative process by uncovering the thinking and science behind it, empowering the reader with practical, actionable steps toward creative excellence. Joey has designed and art directed over 100 products from zero to launch. His work has been featured in Fast Company, Bloomberg, New York Magazine, Newsweek, Bon Appétit, Quartz, Mashable, Print, and more.Kathryn also interviews Author Michael Govier.School-shooting drills have become as ubiquitous as fire drills; children today don’t know of a time when they weren’t a part of their safety routine. But what is not as routine is discussing the emotions and trauma that linger long after an actual school shooting occurs. Authors Michael Govier and Will McCormack offer a story of a family struggling with loss as a permission slip to react to grief, as well as an opening to conversation. Based on the Academy Award-winning short film of the same name, it is uniquely told from the perspective of Rose, a 12-year-old victim of a school shooting, as she guides readers through her story. She visits scenes from her childhood, her school days, and her last moments of life, all the while watching over her parents as they struggle to process her untimely passing. Govier who has been featured in the LA Times is an author, director, screenwriter, actor, playwright and producer.
Kathryn interviews Author Beth Hendler-Grunt.Job openings are near record highs, and unemployment is close to a generational low. But recent college grads face their own unique challenges. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York released data that the jobless rate for those ages 22 to 27 with a bachelor’s degree has surpassed the national average every month since January 2021. What does this mean for parents of new grads? What can these young adults do to prove their worth to prospective employers? And will they ever make enough money to move out of the house? The competition for finding a job after college can be fierce, but career coach and former Fortune 500 consultant Beth Hendler-Grunt says there is reason to be hopeful. She provides a proven, step-by-step approach for successfully guiding young adults through the transition from college to career. She has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The NY Times, SiriusXM radio, Kiplinger, CNN, Fortune and many other media outlets.Kathryn also interviews Author Mia Baytop Russell PhD.Following the transition to virtual and hybrid work structures during the pandemic, many employees are stressed, disengaged, and ultimately burned out, and they feel that their employers are making no effort to help. Leadership and management lecturers at Johns Hopkins University, Mia Baytop Russell PhD and co-Author Girvin Liggins PhD, teach business leaders how to facilitate a workplace environment that—instead of causing burnout—cultivates energy, enthusiasm, and participation. Dr. Russell offers a framework and collection of interconnected principles that can help you build a positive and effective work environment. Inspired by the stories, anecdotes, and strategies included in the book, you will find support and tools for creating an environment that fosters engagement for your team.
Kathryn interviews Author Beth Hendler-Grunt.Job openings are near record highs, and unemployment is close to a generational low. But recent college grads face their own unique challenges. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York released data that the jobless rate for those ages 22 to 27 with a bachelor’s degree has surpassed the national average every month since January 2021. What does this mean for parents of new grads? What can these young adults do to prove their worth to prospective employers? And will they ever make enough money to move out of the house? The competition for finding a job after college can be fierce, but career coach and former Fortune 500 consultant Beth Hendler-Grunt says there is reason to be hopeful. She provides a proven, step-by-step approach for successfully guiding young adults through the transition from college to career. She has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The NY Times, SiriusXM radio, Kiplinger, CNN, Fortune and many other media outlets.Kathryn also interviews Author Mia Baytop Russell PhD.Following the transition to virtual and hybrid work structures during the pandemic, many employees are stressed, disengaged, and ultimately burned out, and they feel that their employers are making no effort to help. Leadership and management lecturers at Johns Hopkins University, Mia Baytop Russell PhD and co-Author Girvin Liggins PhD, teach business leaders how to facilitate a workplace environment that—instead of causing burnout—cultivates energy, enthusiasm, and participation. Dr. Russell offers a framework and collection of interconnected principles that can help you build a positive and effective work environment. Inspired by the stories, anecdotes, and strategies included in the book, you will find support and tools for creating an environment that fosters engagement for your team.
Kathryn interviews Author Rosemary Schmidt.Like clams finding nourishment from filter feeding, Rosemary Schmidt derives strength from taking in the bits and bytes of information swirling all around her and weaving it into a cohesive mosaic. Putting thoughts and ideas into a logical sequence that tells a story helps her make sense of a sometimes senseless world. Weaving research from the fields of sociology, psychology and neurology with deeply personal, relatable anecdotes, Schmidt contemplates what brings people joy, how change happens and what makes people tick. She shares stories related to her time as a supervisor, the sudden loss of her sister, and her mother’s gradual decline and eventual passing. “Without telling you what to do, The Happy Clam offers a roadmap and allows you to chart your own course,” Schmidt adds. “It will make you think and leave you smiling.” She is a Boston-area author, blogger and professional geologist. Kathryn also interviews Author Kathleen Nadeau PhD.Much has been written about how to help children with ADHD, but next to nothing on ADHD in older adults – which can often mirror, imitate, or exacerbate the normal brain changes associated with aging. Dr. Kathleen Nadeau, a foremost authority on older adults with ADHD, offers strategies for how this population can lead calmer, happier, more productive lives, and create a more ADHD-friendly retirement. She explains how living with ADHD in later years is hugely influenced by multiple factors such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and learning disorders combined with a heightened level of stress, the presence or lack of support from others, and the number of people we are responsible for can all complicate and intensify the effects of ADHD. She is the founder and clinical director of the largest private ADHD specialty clinic in the US.
Kathryn interviews Author Rosemary Schmidt.Like clams finding nourishment from filter feeding, Rosemary Schmidt derives strength from taking in the bits and bytes of information swirling all around her and weaving it into a cohesive mosaic. Putting thoughts and ideas into a logical sequence that tells a story helps her make sense of a sometimes senseless world. Weaving research from the fields of sociology, psychology and neurology with deeply personal, relatable anecdotes, Schmidt contemplates what brings people joy, how change happens and what makes people tick. She shares stories related to her time as a supervisor, the sudden loss of her sister, and her mother’s gradual decline and eventual passing. “Without telling you what to do, The Happy Clam offers a roadmap and allows you to chart your own course,” Schmidt adds. “It will make you think and leave you smiling.” She is a Boston-area author, blogger and professional geologist. Kathryn also interviews Author Kathleen Nadeau PhD.Much has been written about how to help children with ADHD, but next to nothing on ADHD in older adults – which can often mirror, imitate, or exacerbate the normal brain changes associated with aging. Dr. Kathleen Nadeau, a foremost authority on older adults with ADHD, offers strategies for how this population can lead calmer, happier, more productive lives, and create a more ADHD-friendly retirement. She explains how living with ADHD in later years is hugely influenced by multiple factors such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and learning disorders combined with a heightened level of stress, the presence or lack of support from others, and the number of people we are responsible for can all complicate and intensify the effects of ADHD. She is the founder and clinical director of the largest private ADHD specialty clinic in the US.
Kathryn interviews Author Judy L. Mandel.Raising the white flag is a universal symbol of surrender, a symbol of the hope that our vulnerability will be shielded from further harm and we can finally lay down our burden. What separates those who summon the inner strength to ask for help from those who can never unfurl their banner? These are the questions that haunt Judy L. Mandel in her searingly honest memoir about loss and addiction. She shares this further exploration of her family so movingly portrayed in her previous NYTimes bestselling memoir, Replacement Child. She is a former reporter and marketing executive and holds an MFA in creative writing from Stony Brook University. Her essays, articles and short stories have appeared on Kveller.com, 34th Parallel, The Tishman Review, Connecticut LIFE, ASJA Monthly, The Southampton Review, American Writers Review and many other publications.
Kathryn interviews Author Tracey Marks MD.We hardly need to be reminded that anxiety is at an all-time high. School shootings, the never-ending covid train, politically charged divisiveness and climate change are in our face daily, and we’re expected to remain sane, calm and go about our lives. General and forensic psychiatrist, Dr. Tracey Marks, has written the book to help us navigate this 'new normal’. With expertise in perhaps the most newsworthy subject pervading our lives both personally and culturally, she is ready to address, advise and help heal our nation’s anxiety epidemic. She broadcasts to over a million followers weekly on her YouTube channel. Her mission is to increase mental health awareness and understanding by educating people about psychiatric disorders, mental health well being and self improvement. Dr.Marks has been featured on CNN and HLN for her forensic and general psychiatric commentary.Kathryn also interviews Author Joseph Pianka MD.The world is full of sexy advertisements, revolutionary gadgets and cutting-edge diets which all promise instant results. But these ads, gadgets and diets target a small subset of young, highly motivated, advanced enthusiasts, and often don’t address the real health and fitness issues that plague a larger aspect of society: obesity, anxiety and depression, liver disease, substance abuse, poor self-care practices. The vast majority of people don’t have the time to complete fitness regimens or the personalized motivation to stick with specialized diets. Dr. Pianka wants to start a conversation about every-day concepts that have made an enormous difference to himself and his patients. Facing physician burnout and depression, rather than writing another 'how to' manual, his book is a 'why to' guide through the complicated space of fitness and nutrition. As a practicing gastroenterologist in RI for over twenty years, he has evolved into an unexpected second career as an inspirational writer.
Kathryn interviews Author Tracey Marks MD.We hardly need to be reminded that anxiety is at an all-time high. School shootings, the never-ending covid train, politically charged divisiveness and climate change are in our face daily, and we’re expected to remain sane, calm and go about our lives. General and forensic psychiatrist, Dr. Tracey Marks, has written the book to help us navigate this 'new normal’. With expertise in perhaps the most newsworthy subject pervading our lives both personally and culturally, she is ready to address, advise and help heal our nation’s anxiety epidemic. She broadcasts to over a million followers weekly on her YouTube channel. Her mission is to increase mental health awareness and understanding by educating people about psychiatric disorders, mental health well being and self improvement. Dr.Marks has been featured on CNN and HLN for her forensic and general psychiatric commentary.Kathryn also interviews Author Joseph Pianka MD.The world is full of sexy advertisements, revolutionary gadgets and cutting-edge diets which all promise instant results. But these ads, gadgets and diets target a small subset of young, highly motivated, advanced enthusiasts, and often don’t address the real health and fitness issues that plague a larger aspect of society: obesity, anxiety and depression, liver disease, substance abuse, poor self-care practices. The vast majority of people don’t have the time to complete fitness regimens or the personalized motivation to stick with specialized diets. Dr. Pianka wants to start a conversation about every-day concepts that have made an enormous difference to himself and his patients. Facing physician burnout and depression, rather than writing another 'how to' manual, his book is a 'why to' guide through the complicated space of fitness and nutrition. As a practicing gastroenterologist in RI for over twenty years, he has evolved into an unexpected second career as an inspirational writer.
Kathryn interviews Author Nanci A. Smith.Do you want an amicable divorce? Do you think your spouse would want an amicable divorce? Are you willing to ask for a different type of divorce process and stand up to pressure from friends and family about how you should handle divorce in an adversarial way? If so, consider collaborative divorce, a relatively new process that is fully legal, radically supportive, and downright practical. You may not know anyone who has done this before, but the times are changing, and you can exert more control over your divorce process than you may realize. Family practice lawyer Nanci Smith, Esq. is experienced in the ins and outs of divorce from all sides and shares with us The Collaborative Divorce Process in 5 stages. She is the chair of the Collaborative Divorce section of the Vermont Bar Association.Kathryn also interviews Author, Professor Nolan Higdon PhD.A new poll found that a majority of Americans say misinformation spurs extremism and hate. Nolan Higdon, a national Project Censored judge, professor, media scholar, and author offers a unique take on this important topic. He reports that misinformation or fake news has been around forever. We need to figure out how to teach people to spot it and that necessitates media literacy education. He also explains how citizens should not empower others to determine the veracity of information for us, we need media literacy education to empower citizens to do it for themselves. That is the core belief of democracy. Higdon is a lecturer at Merrill College and the Education Department at University of California, Santa Cruz. Higdon’s areas of concentration include digital culture, news media history, and critical media literacy. He has been featured in The NY Times, CNBC and the San Francisco Chronicle.
Kathryn interviews Author Nanci A. Smith.Do you want an amicable divorce? Do you think your spouse would want an amicable divorce? Are you willing to ask for a different type of divorce process and stand up to pressure from friends and family about how you should handle divorce in an adversarial way? If so, consider collaborative divorce, a relatively new process that is fully legal, radically supportive, and downright practical. You may not know anyone who has done this before, but the times are changing, and you can exert more control over your divorce process than you may realize. Family practice lawyer Nanci Smith, Esq. is experienced in the ins and outs of divorce from all sides and shares with us The Collaborative Divorce Process in 5 stages. She is the chair of the Collaborative Divorce section of the Vermont Bar Association.Kathryn also interviews Author, Professor Nolan Higdon PhD.A new poll found that a majority of Americans say misinformation spurs extremism and hate. Nolan Higdon, a national Project Censored judge, professor, media scholar, and author offers a unique take on this important topic. He reports that misinformation or fake news has been around forever. We need to figure out how to teach people to spot it and that necessitates media literacy education. He also explains how citizens should not empower others to determine the veracity of information for us, we need media literacy education to empower citizens to do it for themselves. That is the core belief of democracy. Higdon is a lecturer at Merrill College and the Education Department at University of California, Santa Cruz. Higdon’s areas of concentration include digital culture, news media history, and critical media literacy. He has been featured in The NY Times, CNBC and the San Francisco Chronicle.
Kathryn interviews Author David Tabatsky.Naïve young attorney Ryan Coleman jumps feet first into the hedonist world of wealth and power at the core of class-action law and finds himself in way over his head in a satirical legal thriller filled with scenarios loosely based on real-world interactions with lawyers, judges and plaintiffs. Included in the cast of colorful characters is Eugenia “Gene” Cauley, a female shark in the male-dominated legal world whose life spirals tragically out of control, and Randy Hollis, an insanely successful lawyer turned multi-billionaire, who is pursuing his ultimate American dream: buying a professional football team. Author and attorney Brian Felgoise alongside Co-Author David Tabatsky reveal the surprising ways in which our system of class-action law enables (mostly) men to get ridiculously wealthy and behave like sophomoric frat boys. As media billionaire Mortimer Zuckerman once said referring to some lawyer’s self indulgence and unbridled hubris, Practicing law is the exact opposite of sex. Even when it’s good it’s bad. Kathryn also interviews Author Susan Shapiro Barash.The fate of literary heroines Anna Karenina, Emma Bovary and Hester Prynne is over. While their destinies were grim, real women today are exploring their needs with a striking absence of guilt and as a form of self-exploration, with a huge rise in female infidelity, according to bestselling gender expert Susan Shapiro Barash. Today women have affairs with a sense of entitlement and 90% of the women have no guilt and actively pursue the affair according to Barash’s research which also attributes the explosion of female infidelity to social media, making exposure to a lover easier than ever before, and COVID which has increased the number of cyberspace affairs. She analyzes the four types of affairs and reveals how an affair can improve one’s marriage/monogamous relationship. Barash has been featured in The NY Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, The NY Post, The Chicago Tribune, Elle, ‘O’, and Marie Claire. She has also appeared on The Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS, CNN and MSNBC.
Kathryn interviews Author David Tabatsky.Naïve young attorney Ryan Coleman jumps feet first into the hedonist world of wealth and power at the core of class-action law and finds himself in way over his head in a satirical legal thriller filled with scenarios loosely based on real-world interactions with lawyers, judges and plaintiffs. Included in the cast of colorful characters is Eugenia “Gene” Cauley, a female shark in the male-dominated legal world whose life spirals tragically out of control, and Randy Hollis, an insanely successful lawyer turned multi-billionaire, who is pursuing his ultimate American dream: buying a professional football team. Author and attorney Brian Felgoise alongside Co-Author David Tabatsky reveal the surprising ways in which our system of class-action law enables (mostly) men to get ridiculously wealthy and behave like sophomoric frat boys. As media billionaire Mortimer Zuckerman once said referring to some lawyer’s self indulgence and unbridled hubris, Practicing law is the exact opposite of sex. Even when it’s good it’s bad. Kathryn also interviews Author Susan Shapiro Barash.The fate of literary heroines Anna Karenina, Emma Bovary and Hester Prynne is over. While their destinies were grim, real women today are exploring their needs with a striking absence of guilt and as a form of self-exploration, with a huge rise in female infidelity, according to bestselling gender expert Susan Shapiro Barash. Today women have affairs with a sense of entitlement and 90% of the women have no guilt and actively pursue the affair according to Barash’s research which also attributes the explosion of female infidelity to social media, making exposure to a lover easier than ever before, and COVID which has increased the number of cyberspace affairs. She analyzes the four types of affairs and reveals how an affair can improve one’s marriage/monogamous relationship. Barash has been featured in The NY Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, The NY Post, The Chicago Tribune, Elle, ‘O’, and Marie Claire. She has also appeared on The Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS, CNN and MSNBC.
Kathryn interviews Editor/Fast Company Julia Herbst. Everything that we’ve always hated about middle managers remains true. They don’t get to make big decisions but have to inspire or even force employees to execute on them. Yet mid-level employees are now facing the Great Resignation and Great Reentry, caring for employees’ physical and mental wellbeing, rolling out DEI training, and implementing hybrid workflow processes, all with limited resources. In a recent Fast Company article, Work Life Section Senior Editor Julia Herbst details how the pandemic, and the new workplace environment it’s created, is posing a challenge to middle managers. She breaks down how executives priorities and those of lower level employees diverge, and what that means for those sandwiched between. Julia points out “There’s a reason for the old adage that people quit managers not companies”.Kathryn also interviews Author Chris Westfall. When it seems as if the path forward looks like a brick wall, it’s time to zoom out, and watch other possibilities come into view, advises author and business coach Chris Westfall. He informs us that it isn’t about taking the easy way out of difficult circumstances. It’s about overcoming tunnel vision, seeing things in a new way and showing up differently when challenges arise. Accessing new ideas and possibilities in Westfall’s narrative is simpler than readers will find in other self-help books because he shares a relatable, straightforward conversation between a Client and a Coach. The Client is ambushed at work. He’s fired on a Monday morning. He believes his wife will leave him as a result. He’s afraid that he can’t pay his bills. Ultimately, Westfall takes an even-handed look at how things work — using neuroscience, history and powerful coaching examples to impart fresh perspectives that are vital to create inclusive cultures. He has appeared on ABC NEWS, NBC TV, CNN and is also a regular contributor to Forbes.
Kathryn interviews Editor/Fast Company Julia Herbst. Everything that we’ve always hated about middle managers remains true. They don’t get to make big decisions but have to inspire or even force employees to execute on them. Yet mid-level employees are now facing the Great Resignation and Great Reentry, caring for employees’ physical and mental wellbeing, rolling out DEI training, and implementing hybrid workflow processes, all with limited resources. In a recent Fast Company article, Work Life Section Senior Editor Julia Herbst details how the pandemic, and the new workplace environment it’s created, is posing a challenge to middle managers. She breaks down how executives priorities and those of lower level employees diverge, and what that means for those sandwiched between. Julia points out “There’s a reason for the old adage that people quit managers not companies”.Kathryn also interviews Author Chris Westfall. When it seems as if the path forward looks like a brick wall, it’s time to zoom out, and watch other possibilities come into view, advises author and business coach Chris Westfall. He informs us that it isn’t about taking the easy way out of difficult circumstances. It’s about overcoming tunnel vision, seeing things in a new way and showing up differently when challenges arise. Accessing new ideas and possibilities in Westfall’s narrative is simpler than readers will find in other self-help books because he shares a relatable, straightforward conversation between a Client and a Coach. The Client is ambushed at work. He’s fired on a Monday morning. He believes his wife will leave him as a result. He’s afraid that he can’t pay his bills. Ultimately, Westfall takes an even-handed look at how things work — using neuroscience, history and powerful coaching examples to impart fresh perspectives that are vital to create inclusive cultures. He has appeared on ABC NEWS, NBC TV, CNN and is also a regular contributor to Forbes.
Kathryn interviews social media influencer Nick Pfeifer. Suicidal thoughts, much like mental health conditions, can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background. Suicide can often be the result of an untreated mental health condition. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month —a time to raise awareness of this stigmatized, and often taboo, topic. Depression and anxiety rose during the pandemic.Many teens and young adults spend all day on their phones, only to find negative news and hateful comments. Social media influencer and mental health activist Nick Pfeifer is opening up about his personal experience and background with ADHD, mental health struggles, and anxiety to use his platform to help others, spread awareness, and combat stigma.He is an advocate for therapy and has friends and family who have experienced mental health issues and bipolar disorder.Kathryn also interviews Author, Attorney Steven Mitchell Sack. Experts believe that at least 150,000 people are unjustly fired every year. The costs of this injustice are enormous. The financial hardship imposed on workers and their families is severe, but the financial loss is only the beginning. Steven Mitchell Sack (The Employee's Lawyer®) has created a first-aid kit for surviving a firing. With over 41 years experience, Steven Sack gives you the information and power you need to fight back, cut a deal, stand up for your rights, and land firmly on your feet.Complete with up-to-date sample forms, letters and legal documents, FIRED! tells you in clear language what to do, what to ask for and insist on, and how to protect your rights if you are let go or forced to resign, feel you have been unfairly or illegally fired, exploited in any way or quit. He is a nationally renowned author and workplace attorney.
Kathryn interviews social media influencer Nick Pfeifer. Suicidal thoughts, much like mental health conditions, can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background. Suicide can often be the result of an untreated mental health condition. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month —a time to raise awareness of this stigmatized, and often taboo, topic. Depression and anxiety rose during the pandemic.Many teens and young adults spend all day on their phones, only to find negative news and hateful comments. Social media influencer and mental health activist Nick Pfeifer is opening up about his personal experience and background with ADHD, mental health struggles, and anxiety to use his platform to help others, spread awareness, and combat stigma.He is an advocate for therapy and has friends and family who have experienced mental health issues and bipolar disorder.Kathryn also interviews Author, Attorney Steven Mitchell Sack. Experts believe that at least 150,000 people are unjustly fired every year. The costs of this injustice are enormous. The financial hardship imposed on workers and their families is severe, but the financial loss is only the beginning. Steven Mitchell Sack (The Employee's Lawyer®) has created a first-aid kit for surviving a firing. With over 41 years experience, Steven Sack gives you the information and power you need to fight back, cut a deal, stand up for your rights, and land firmly on your feet.Complete with up-to-date sample forms, letters and legal documents, FIRED! tells you in clear language what to do, what to ask for and insist on, and how to protect your rights if you are let go or forced to resign, feel you have been unfairly or illegally fired, exploited in any way or quit. He is a nationally renowned author and workplace attorney.
Kathryn interviews Author Tamara Rosier PhD. When someone has ADHD, their brain is legitimately wired differently and focuses on different things than someone would expect them to. This difference in circuitry is not somehow wrong, incomplete, lazy, or shameful. However, it does present those diagnosed with ADHD with significant challenges around typical things that others do with ease. Time management, organization skills, forgetfulness, trouble completing tasks, mood swings, and relationship problems are among the chief hurdles they jump through daily. Dr. Tamara Rosier applies her years of coaching others to show those with this different wiring how ADHD affects every aspect of someone’s life so that they can finally understand why they think, feel, and act the way they do. She is the founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, president of the ADHD Coaches Organization, and is a popular conference and keynote speaker.Kathryn also interviews Tamika Henry MD.Dr. Tamika Henry specializes in functional medicine. Her mission is to stop the problem before it occurs, creating a practice where reactive medicine isn’t necessary, using functional medicine to see what stressors and other sources are causing illness in her patients. She works with patients nationwide, including a wide roster of celebrity clients, training them in the art of personal health and wellness. Functional medicine is really root cause medicine. This approach takes into consideration the patient’s whole picture, including diet, exercise, environment, genetics, stress, sleep, medications, spiritual impact, toxins, and mold. As a family physician, Dr.Tamika leads by example. She’s an exercise enthusiast, author of the bestseller The Unlimited You Detox and founder of Unlimited Health Institute.
Kathryn interviews Author Tamara Rosier PhD. When someone has ADHD, their brain is legitimately wired differently and focuses on different things than someone would expect them to. This difference in circuitry is not somehow wrong, incomplete, lazy, or shameful. However, it does present those diagnosed with ADHD with significant challenges around typical things that others do with ease. Time management, organization skills, forgetfulness, trouble completing tasks, mood swings, and relationship problems are among the chief hurdles they jump through daily. Dr. Tamara Rosier applies her years of coaching others to show those with this different wiring how ADHD affects every aspect of someone’s life so that they can finally understand why they think, feel, and act the way they do. She is the founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, president of the ADHD Coaches Organization, and is a popular conference and keynote speaker.Kathryn also interviews Tamika Henry MD.Dr. Tamika Henry specializes in functional medicine. Her mission is to stop the problem before it occurs, creating a practice where reactive medicine isn’t necessary, using functional medicine to see what stressors and other sources are causing illness in her patients. She works with patients nationwide, including a wide roster of celebrity clients, training them in the art of personal health and wellness. Functional medicine is really root cause medicine. This approach takes into consideration the patient’s whole picture, including diet, exercise, environment, genetics, stress, sleep, medications, spiritual impact, toxins, and mold. As a family physician, Dr.Tamika leads by example. She’s an exercise enthusiast, author of the bestseller The Unlimited You Detox and founder of Unlimited Health Institute.
Kathryn interviews Author Jeffrey Breslow.Starting with a literal bang, Jeffrey Breslow tells the gripping account of how the inventor held his company together after an employee opened fire in the Marvin Glass and Associates conference room in 1976. The gunman killed two of the Chicago firm’s partners and an employee and critically wounded two more employees before killing himself. He missed taking a bullet only because the gunman didn't see him. The gunman left behind a hit list of fourteen names. He later learned his name was second on the list. After the shooting, and despite his youth, Breslow's partners voted him in as managing partner. Thrust into leadership by default, he faced incredible challenges, including consoling the families of the victims, dealing with the staff’s PTSD, and rebuilding a sense of safety and morale. He spent more than 41 years inventing toys and games including Simon, Operation, Guesstures, the Evel Knievel Motorcycle, Mousetrap, and UNO Attack and is the only toy designer to win the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval twice. He was inducted into the Toy Industry Hall of Fame in 1998 Kathryn also interviews Author Patricia Schultz.Pairing beautiful, transportive color photos with pearls of wisdom, lists, and essential travel tips, Patricia Schultz focuses not on where or when to travel, but on how travel enriches us and why we choose to do it. Leading with the idea that travel is food for the soul, Schultz passionately (and convincingly) makes the case that it’s one of the most richly rewarding experiences we can have, whether we travel near or far, in person or virtually. Alongside these evocative images are Schultz’s own stories of some of her most rewarding trips, like going in search of the Northern Lights in Alaska's Arctic Circle, exploring Florence in her post-collegiate days, and finding her most lasting memory of a trip to Zimbabwe in a classroom of five-year-olds. She’s the NYTimes bestselling author of 1,000 Places to See Before You Die and has written for the WSJ, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel Weekly and Frommers and Berlitz Travel Guides
Kathryn interviews Author Jeffrey Breslow.Starting with a literal bang, Jeffrey Breslow tells the gripping account of how the inventor held his company together after an employee opened fire in the Marvin Glass and Associates conference room in 1976. The gunman killed two of the Chicago firm’s partners and an employee and critically wounded two more employees before killing himself. He missed taking a bullet only because the gunman didn't see him. The gunman left behind a hit list of fourteen names. He later learned his name was second on the list. After the shooting, and despite his youth, Breslow's partners voted him in as managing partner. Thrust into leadership by default, he faced incredible challenges, including consoling the families of the victims, dealing with the staff’s PTSD, and rebuilding a sense of safety and morale. He spent more than 41 years inventing toys and games including Simon, Operation, Guesstures, the Evel Knievel Motorcycle, Mousetrap, and UNO Attack and is the only toy designer to win the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval twice. He was inducted into the Toy Industry Hall of Fame in 1998 Kathryn also interviews Author Patricia Schultz.Pairing beautiful, transportive color photos with pearls of wisdom, lists, and essential travel tips, Patricia Schultz focuses not on where or when to travel, but on how travel enriches us and why we choose to do it. Leading with the idea that travel is food for the soul, Schultz passionately (and convincingly) makes the case that it’s one of the most richly rewarding experiences we can have, whether we travel near or far, in person or virtually. Alongside these evocative images are Schultz’s own stories of some of her most rewarding trips, like going in search of the Northern Lights in Alaska's Arctic Circle, exploring Florence in her post-collegiate days, and finding her most lasting memory of a trip to Zimbabwe in a classroom of five-year-olds. She’s the NYTimes bestselling author of 1,000 Places to See Before You Die and has written for the WSJ, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel Weekly and Frommers and Berlitz Travel Guides
Kathryn interviews Author Ali Michael PhD.Building a healthy multiracial society is possible, but not without millions of white people seeing racism as our problem and choosing to walk an antiracist path. It will take us supporting and challenging one another on this journey to learn more about the realities of racism and what we can do about it. Award-winning author Ali Michael and clinical psychologist Eleonora Bartoli invite white people to join them on an antiracist journey to learn to talk about race with one another in ways that lead to real change. They share the important realities vs. the myths of racism as well as the action needed to be taken so that we can do our part in dismantling racism. She is the Co-Director of the Race Institute for K-12 Educators and the winner of the 2017 Society of Professors of Education Outstanding Book Award.Kathryn also interviews Author, PsyD Dr. Melissa Goldberg Mintz .When a child has been through an upsetting or stressful event, it can feel overwhelming. You may wonder if your child has been traumatized, if new behaviors are normal or signs of PTSD. Dr. Melissa Goldberg Mintz shares specific, critical information and insights into what trauma looks like at different ages, why some kids exposed to the same event react very differently, how to help a child through trauma triggers, and more. Most importantly, she shows parents how to ensure that kids don’t feel constrained by fear—and can face future challenges with hope and resilience. She is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Baylor College of Medicine.
Kathryn interviews Author Ali Michael PhD.Building a healthy multiracial society is possible, but not without millions of white people seeing racism as our problem and choosing to walk an antiracist path. It will take us supporting and challenging one another on this journey to learn more about the realities of racism and what we can do about it. Award-winning author Ali Michael and clinical psychologist Eleonora Bartoli invite white people to join them on an antiracist journey to learn to talk about race with one another in ways that lead to real change. They share the important realities vs. the myths of racism as well as the action needed to be taken so that we can do our part in dismantling racism. She is the Co-Director of the Race Institute for K-12 Educators and the winner of the 2017 Society of Professors of Education Outstanding Book Award.Kathryn also interviews Author, PsyD Dr. Melissa Goldberg Mintz .When a child has been through an upsetting or stressful event, it can feel overwhelming. You may wonder if your child has been traumatized, if new behaviors are normal or signs of PTSD. Dr. Melissa Goldberg Mintz shares specific, critical information and insights into what trauma looks like at different ages, why some kids exposed to the same event react very differently, how to help a child through trauma triggers, and more. Most importantly, she shows parents how to ensure that kids don’t feel constrained by fear—and can face future challenges with hope and resilience. She is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Baylor College of Medicine.
Kathryn interviews Author Patricia Grayhall MD.In her debut memoir Patricia Grayhall MD shares her personal story for anyone who has ever lived the burden of being told their passions or ambitions are wrong. At 19, defying expectations of a woman growing up in Arizona in the 60s, she fled Phoenix for San Francisco, determined to finally come out as a lesbian after years of trying to be a “normal” girl. Her dream of becoming a physician drew her back to college, and then on to medical school in the conservative environment of Salt Lake City. Patricia longed for an equal loving relationship with a woman but her graduate medical training in Boston, with its emotional demands, long hours, lack of sleep, and social isolation, made finding that relationship difficult. Her memoir is a chronicle of coming of age during second wave feminism and striving to have both love and career as a gay medical doctor-finding them in the most surprising ways. She has published in Queer Forty and The Gay and Lesbian Review.Kathryn also interviews Dr. Richard Westreich.When Dr. Richard Westreich is not performing rhinoplasty, facial contouring or upper eyelid surgery at his NYC practice, he is pursuing his passion for music — and helping local artists along the way. His band, Big Rich Energy, is currently on tour in NYC and all of the band’s proceeds go to charities that support local artists and music education. He also uses his music to draw attention to critical issues, such as gun violence. He’s been selected multiple times by Castle Connolly and New York magazine as one of the top doctors in facial plastic surgery. Dr. Westreich also offers safety tips for those considering any cosmetic procedures which can improve chances of a better outcome. He is an assistant professor at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and is on staff at Lenox Hill and Mount Sinai Hospitals in NYC, where he can be seen regularly on the ABC, CBS, FOX and Newsmax networks.
Kathryn interviews Author Patricia Grayhall MD.In her debut memoir Patricia Grayhall MD shares her personal story for anyone who has ever lived the burden of being told their passions or ambitions are wrong. At 19, defying expectations of a woman growing up in Arizona in the 60s, she fled Phoenix for San Francisco, determined to finally come out as a lesbian after years of trying to be a “normal” girl. Her dream of becoming a physician drew her back to college, and then on to medical school in the conservative environment of Salt Lake City. Patricia longed for an equal loving relationship with a woman but her graduate medical training in Boston, with its emotional demands, long hours, lack of sleep, and social isolation, made finding that relationship difficult. Her memoir is a chronicle of coming of age during second wave feminism and striving to have both love and career as a gay medical doctor-finding them in the most surprising ways. She has published in Queer Forty and The Gay and Lesbian Review.Kathryn also interviews Dr. Richard Westreich.When Dr. Richard Westreich is not performing rhinoplasty, facial contouring or upper eyelid surgery at his NYC practice, he is pursuing his passion for music — and helping local artists along the way. His band, Big Rich Energy, is currently on tour in NYC and all of the band’s proceeds go to charities that support local artists and music education. He also uses his music to draw attention to critical issues, such as gun violence. He’s been selected multiple times by Castle Connolly and New York magazine as one of the top doctors in facial plastic surgery. Dr. Westreich also offers safety tips for those considering any cosmetic procedures which can improve chances of a better outcome. He is an assistant professor at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and is on staff at Lenox Hill and Mount Sinai Hospitals in NYC, where he can be seen regularly on the ABC, CBS, FOX and Newsmax networks.
Kathryn interviews OBGYN and Surgeon Greg Marchand MD.The current status of abortion laws throughout the states are confusing at best. With the overturning of Roe vs. Wade, many women are left with questions pertaining to their reproductive rights. Dr. Greg Marchand helps to shed some light on the subject of abortion rights, especially in Arizona, giving us a timeline of the legality of abortion. Of particular interest is that some private providers have resumed abortion services in Arizona even though Planned Parenthood has not. Dr. Marchand is a board certified physician in Obstetrics and Gynecology and is an expert in minimally invasive surgery. He has published extensively in the field of minimally invasive surgery and is recognized internationally as a pioneer in developing laparoscopic techniques. He holds the Guinness Book of World Records for performing a total laparoscopic hysterectomy through the smallest incision ever. Kathryn also interviews Attorney, CEO Evie Jeang JD. Evie Jeang is a licensed attorney in California and New York and the Founder of Ideal Legal Group, practicing in the areas of international family and surrogacy law. She is a surrogacy expert and is the President and CEO of Surrogacy Concierge, an agency that helps couples create families by connecting them with surrogates. Many LBGTQ+ couples have chosen Surrogacy Concierge because of its world class associates, including hospitality, legal and medical professionals. Jeang understands first-hand the impact that a demanding career or health issues can have on one’s ability to expand their family. Career driven in her twenties, she knew she wanted a child but didn't want to get married. She froze her eggs, and later had her son Evan via surrogate in 2014. Jeang has been featured in Forbes, LA Business Journal and on CNBC.
Kathryn interviews OBGYN and Surgeon Greg Marchand MD.The current status of abortion laws throughout the states are confusing at best. With the overturning of Roe vs. Wade, many women are left with questions pertaining to their reproductive rights. Dr. Greg Marchand helps to shed some light on the subject of abortion rights, especially in Arizona, giving us a timeline of the legality of abortion. Of particular interest is that some private providers have resumed abortion services in Arizona even though Planned Parenthood has not. Dr. Marchand is a board certified physician in Obstetrics and Gynecology and is an expert in minimally invasive surgery. He has published extensively in the field of minimally invasive surgery and is recognized internationally as a pioneer in developing laparoscopic techniques. He holds the Guinness Book of World Records for performing a total laparoscopic hysterectomy through the smallest incision ever. Kathryn also interviews Attorney, CEO Evie Jeang JD. Evie Jeang is a licensed attorney in California and New York and the Founder of Ideal Legal Group, practicing in the areas of international family and surrogacy law. She is a surrogacy expert and is the President and CEO of Surrogacy Concierge, an agency that helps couples create families by connecting them with surrogates. Many LBGTQ+ couples have chosen Surrogacy Concierge because of its world class associates, including hospitality, legal and medical professionals. Jeang understands first-hand the impact that a demanding career or health issues can have on one’s ability to expand their family. Career driven in her twenties, she knew she wanted a child but didn't want to get married. She froze her eggs, and later had her son Evan via surrogate in 2014. Jeang has been featured in Forbes, LA Business Journal and on CNBC.
Kathryn interviews Author Shaun Tomson.Veteran, world champion surfer Shaun Tomson—who is on most lists of The Top 10 Greatest Surfers of All Time shares with us his experience on overcoming life’s obstacles drawing on the pain of losing a child and the strengths he acquired becoming a sports leader. Along with co-writer Poet-Philosopher Noah benShea, he employs surfing as a metaphor to analyze 18 “breaking waves” of life, including loss, depression, aging and relationship changes. He also emphasizes the Code Method which stems from his decades of surfing experience and is a simple system to find purpose in everyday life. He's learned to “ride the waves” of daily existence and is eager to share the inspiring power he has gained on his personal path with others looking for ways to live better and get more out of life. Tomson launched The Surfer and the Sage on NBC’s Today Show in a Motivational Monday segment. He is a past board member of Surfrider Foundation and the Santa Barbara Boys & Girls Club. Kathryn also interviews Author Mark K. Shriver. In this lively, vibrant, and inspiring follow-up to the Christopher Award-winning book 10 Hidden Heroes, NY Times and Washington Post bestselling author Mark K. Shriver and his wife Jeanne help children learn about the power of numbers and how working together can make the world a better place. We are shown what makes math fun and meaningful by showing how our service to others multiplies when people pitch in together. The whimsical, rhyming text and colorful artwork from award-winning artist Laura Watson inspire discussion on such topics as friendship, leadership, and camaraderie while illustrating the basic concepts of multiplication. We learn how living a life in service of others provides children with a sense of purpose, increases their confidence, and builds strong, resilient communities. Shriver, former Maryland state legislator, is president of Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School and former president of Save the Children Action Network in Washington, D.C.
Kathryn interviews Author Shaun Tomson.Veteran, world champion surfer Shaun Tomson—who is on most lists of The Top 10 Greatest Surfers of All Time shares with us his experience on overcoming life’s obstacles drawing on the pain of losing a child and the strengths he acquired becoming a sports leader. Along with co-writer Poet-Philosopher Noah benShea, he employs surfing as a metaphor to analyze 18 “breaking waves” of life, including loss, depression, aging and relationship changes. He also emphasizes the Code Method which stems from his decades of surfing experience and is a simple system to find purpose in everyday life. He's learned to “ride the waves” of daily existence and is eager to share the inspiring power he has gained on his personal path with others looking for ways to live better and get more out of life. Tomson launched The Surfer and the Sage on NBC’s Today Show in a Motivational Monday segment. He is a past board member of Surfrider Foundation and the Santa Barbara Boys & Girls Club. Kathryn also interviews Author Mark K. Shriver. In this lively, vibrant, and inspiring follow-up to the Christopher Award-winning book 10 Hidden Heroes, NY Times and Washington Post bestselling author Mark K. Shriver and his wife Jeanne help children learn about the power of numbers and how working together can make the world a better place. We are shown what makes math fun and meaningful by showing how our service to others multiplies when people pitch in together. The whimsical, rhyming text and colorful artwork from award-winning artist Laura Watson inspire discussion on such topics as friendship, leadership, and camaraderie while illustrating the basic concepts of multiplication. We learn how living a life in service of others provides children with a sense of purpose, increases their confidence, and builds strong, resilient communities. Shriver, former Maryland state legislator, is president of Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School and former president of Save the Children Action Network in Washington, D.C.
Kathryn interviews Author Marianna De Marco Torgovnick.Marianna De Marco Torgovnick experienced the rupture of two of her life’s most intimate relations when her mother and brother died in close proximity. Mourning rocked her life, but it also led to the solace and insight offered by classic books and the practice of meditation. She entered a spiritual and psychological state of “transcendental homelessness”: the feeling of being truly at home nowhere, of being spiritually adrift. Her resulting journey into the past imagines a viable future and raises questions acute for Italian Americans but pertinent to everyone, about the nature of memory and the meanings of home at a time, like ours, marked by cultural disruption and wartime. She shares with us a wide-ranging memoir about growing older and learning to ride the waves of change. She is an award winning author and currently directs The Duke in New York Arts and Media Program. Kathryn also interviews Author Jen Maxfield. Emmy Award–winning reporter and news anchor Jen Maxfield has seen just about everything in her more than two decades on the air. But what happens after a story is reported, once the cameras are turned off? She introduces readers to people whose hopefulness and perseverance will inspire. She follows up on stories that have been transformative for the subjects—and for her—to uncover what’s transpired in the years since her original reporting. Spotlighting inspirational everyday people, many of whom have endured tremendous hardship, Maxfield updates readers on a woman whose life was saved by her toddler after a violent attack by her boyfriend; families devastated by natural disasters and the communities that aided them; the relatives of a young man killed by a terrorist; and more. Maxfield joined NBC New York in 2013. Prior to joining the station, she worked for Eyewitness News (ABC7) in New York City as a reporter and substitute anchor for ten years.
Kathryn interviews Author Marianna De Marco Torgovnick.Marianna De Marco Torgovnick experienced the rupture of two of her life’s most intimate relations when her mother and brother died in close proximity. Mourning rocked her life, but it also led to the solace and insight offered by classic books and the practice of meditation. She entered a spiritual and psychological state of “transcendental homelessness”: the feeling of being truly at home nowhere, of being spiritually adrift. Her resulting journey into the past imagines a viable future and raises questions acute for Italian Americans but pertinent to everyone, about the nature of memory and the meanings of home at a time, like ours, marked by cultural disruption and wartime. She shares with us a wide-ranging memoir about growing older and learning to ride the waves of change. She is an award winning author and currently directs The Duke in New York Arts and Media Program. Kathryn also interviews Author Jen Maxfield. Emmy Award–winning reporter and news anchor Jen Maxfield has seen just about everything in her more than two decades on the air. But what happens after a story is reported, once the cameras are turned off? She introduces readers to people whose hopefulness and perseverance will inspire. She follows up on stories that have been transformative for the subjects—and for her—to uncover what’s transpired in the years since her original reporting. Spotlighting inspirational everyday people, many of whom have endured tremendous hardship, Maxfield updates readers on a woman whose life was saved by her toddler after a violent attack by her boyfriend; families devastated by natural disasters and the communities that aided them; the relatives of a young man killed by a terrorist; and more. Maxfield joined NBC New York in 2013. Prior to joining the station, she worked for Eyewitness News (ABC7) in New York City as a reporter and substitute anchor for ten years.
Kathryn interviews Author Christine Miles.Do you want to make a positive change in your life, work, or business? Do you want to improve your marriage, be a better parent, or drive more revenue to your business? Christine Miles encourages us to examine how we are listening. She helps us to discover that not only are many of the problems in our lives due to not listening effectively, but how listening helps to solve most problems. Miles is a longtime expert in educating individuals and organizations on how to listen in ways that transform how they lead, sell, influence, and succeed in every aspect of life. Christine founded her consulting and training business, EQuipt, to help leaders from medium-sized companies to Fortune 100 corporations grow sales, develop people, and create cultures of understanding. She also created her workshop The Listening Path, a transformational approach to understanding and insight. Kathryn also interviews Author David Ambroz. Award-winning child welfare advocate David Ambroz writes about his first 11 years growing up homeless in and around NYC and his subsequent years in foster care. For David and his two siblings, their mother’s battle with paranoid schizophrenia brings with it poverty and instability. When he is placed in foster care, it feels at first like salvation but soon proves to be just as unsafe for him, his burgeoning homosexuality an easy target for others’ cruelty. In the face of this deprivation and abuse, he harnesses an inner grit to escape the all-too-familiar outcome for a kid like him. He finds hope and opportunity in libraries, schools, and the occasional kind-hearted adult. Through hard work and unwavering resolve, he is able to get a scholarship to Vassar College, his first step out of poverty. He later graduates from UCLA Law with a vision of changing the laws that affect children in poverty. He was recognized by President Obama as an American Champion of Change.
Kathryn interviews Author Christine Miles.Do you want to make a positive change in your life, work, or business? Do you want to improve your marriage, be a better parent, or drive more revenue to your business? Christine Miles encourages us to examine how we are listening. She helps us to discover that not only are many of the problems in our lives due to not listening effectively, but how listening helps to solve most problems. Miles is a longtime expert in educating individuals and organizations on how to listen in ways that transform how they lead, sell, influence, and succeed in every aspect of life. Christine founded her consulting and training business, EQuipt, to help leaders from medium-sized companies to Fortune 100 corporations grow sales, develop people, and create cultures of understanding. She also created her workshop The Listening Path, a transformational approach to understanding and insight. Kathryn also interviews Author David Ambroz. Award-winning child welfare advocate David Ambroz writes about his first 11 years growing up homeless in and around NYC and his subsequent years in foster care. For David and his two siblings, their mother’s battle with paranoid schizophrenia brings with it poverty and instability. When he is placed in foster care, it feels at first like salvation but soon proves to be just as unsafe for him, his burgeoning homosexuality an easy target for others’ cruelty. In the face of this deprivation and abuse, he harnesses an inner grit to escape the all-too-familiar outcome for a kid like him. He finds hope and opportunity in libraries, schools, and the occasional kind-hearted adult. Through hard work and unwavering resolve, he is able to get a scholarship to Vassar College, his first step out of poverty. He later graduates from UCLA Law with a vision of changing the laws that affect children in poverty. He was recognized by President Obama as an American Champion of Change.
Kathryn interviews Author, Speaker Dr. Carolyn Coker Ross We’d all like to think we’d be able to help if one of our friends or family members expressed emotional anguish and suicidal thoughts. But, if confronted with that situation, what should we do that would help the most, and what should we avoid doing that might make the situation worse? Dr. Carolyn Coker Ross, an Intergenerational Trauma Expert and Eating Disorder Treatment Specialist shares with us how to best support our loved ones who are seriously struggling with thoughts of suicide, such as talking openly and not being afraid to ask the hard questions. She's an internationally known author, speaker, expert, and pioneer in intergenerational trauma's effect on one's body, brain, and beliefs. Dr. Ross teaches millions of people about eating disorder treatment and substance use disorder at Psychology Today and is the author of three books, the most recent of which is The Food Addiction Recovery Workbook. Visit her at her online coaching website. The Anchor Program™.Kathryn also interviews Author Amy Turner. In 1957, when Amy Turner was four years old, her father had to be talked down from a hotel ledge by a priest. The story of his attempted suicide received nationwide press coverage, and he spent months in a psychiatric facility before returning home. From then on, Amy constantly worried about him for reasons she didn't yet fully understand, triggering a pattern of hypervigilance that would plague her into adulthood.In 2010, fifty-five years after her father’s attempted suicide, Amy—now a wife, mother, and lawyer-turned-schoolteacher—is convinced she’s dealt with all the psychological reverberations of her childhood. Then she steps into a crosswalk and is mowed down by a pickup truck—an accident that nearly kills her, and that ultimately propels her on a remarkable emotional journey. She is a graduate of Boston University, with a degree in political science, and of New York Law School, with a Juris Doctor Degree.
Kathryn interviews Author, Speaker Dr. Carolyn Coker Ross We’d all like to think we’d be able to help if one of our friends or family members expressed emotional anguish and suicidal thoughts. But, if confronted with that situation, what should we do that would help the most, and what should we avoid doing that might make the situation worse? Dr. Carolyn Coker Ross, an Intergenerational Trauma Expert and Eating Disorder Treatment Specialist shares with us how to best support our loved ones who are seriously struggling with thoughts of suicide, such as talking openly and not being afraid to ask the hard questions. She's an internationally known author, speaker, expert, and pioneer in intergenerational trauma's effect on one's body, brain, and beliefs. Dr. Ross teaches millions of people about eating disorder treatment and substance use disorder at Psychology Today and is the author of three books, the most recent of which is The Food Addiction Recovery Workbook. Visit her at her online coaching website. The Anchor Program™.Kathryn also interviews Author Amy Turner. In 1957, when Amy Turner was four years old, her father had to be talked down from a hotel ledge by a priest. The story of his attempted suicide received nationwide press coverage, and he spent months in a psychiatric facility before returning home. From then on, Amy constantly worried about him for reasons she didn't yet fully understand, triggering a pattern of hypervigilance that would plague her into adulthood.In 2010, fifty-five years after her father’s attempted suicide, Amy—now a wife, mother, and lawyer-turned-schoolteacher—is convinced she’s dealt with all the psychological reverberations of her childhood. Then she steps into a crosswalk and is mowed down by a pickup truck—an accident that nearly kills her, and that ultimately propels her on a remarkable emotional journey. She is a graduate of Boston University, with a degree in political science, and of New York Law School, with a Juris Doctor Degree.
Kathryn interviews Author Farzana Nayani .Anti-Asian violence continues to proliferate and there is still so much work to be done with promoting AAPI inclusion and history initiatives. Helping AAPI staff feel safe in the workplace is one important component of that fight according to Farzana Nayani. Of multiethnic Filipina-Pakistani background, Farzana is a passionate advocate for the multiracial community. Through her coaching practice, she supports individuals to move towards healing, transformation, and achieving their full potential, in a culturally sensitive and grounded way. She also works with Fortune 500 corporations, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations as a consultant and trainer on DEI and employee engagement. Her expertise has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, DiversityInc, Parents magazine, NPR, the Washington Post, Marie Claire, and the LA Times.Kathryn also interviews Author Judy Gaman. Author, speaker, CEO and podcast host, Judy Gaman, was so busy as a 3rd generation workaholic that she didn't even notice life was passing her by. While working on the book Age to Perfection: How to Thrive to 100, Happy, Healthy, and Wise she interviewed centenarian, Lucille Fleming. What started as a short meeting about what it took for Lucille to make it to 100, soon turned into an incredible friendship that spanned nearly four years. Lucille's wisdom, humor, and love of life completely changed the trajectory of Judy's future. She is the CEO of Executive Medicine of Texas, author of 7 award-winning books, a national speaker, and the host of the Stay Young America! podcast. She’s also been featured in the media, including Fox News Radio, as a Healthy Living Expert.
Kathryn interviews Author Farzana Nayani .Anti-Asian violence continues to proliferate and there is still so much work to be done with promoting AAPI inclusion and history initiatives. Helping AAPI staff feel safe in the workplace is one important component of that fight according to Farzana Nayani. Of multiethnic Filipina-Pakistani background, Farzana is a passionate advocate for the multiracial community. Through her coaching practice, she supports individuals to move towards healing, transformation, and achieving their full potential, in a culturally sensitive and grounded way. She also works with Fortune 500 corporations, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations as a consultant and trainer on DEI and employee engagement. Her expertise has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, DiversityInc, Parents magazine, NPR, the Washington Post, Marie Claire, and the LA Times.Kathryn also interviews Author Judy Gaman. Author, speaker, CEO and podcast host, Judy Gaman, was so busy as a 3rd generation workaholic that she didn't even notice life was passing her by. While working on the book Age to Perfection: How to Thrive to 100, Happy, Healthy, and Wise she interviewed centenarian, Lucille Fleming. What started as a short meeting about what it took for Lucille to make it to 100, soon turned into an incredible friendship that spanned nearly four years. Lucille's wisdom, humor, and love of life completely changed the trajectory of Judy's future. She is the CEO of Executive Medicine of Texas, author of 7 award-winning books, a national speaker, and the host of the Stay Young America! podcast. She’s also been featured in the media, including Fox News Radio, as a Healthy Living Expert.
Kathryn interviews Author Caitlin Billings.Caitlin Billings knows the struggles of balancing work, mental health, and motherhood better than most – while accepting her own bipolar diagnosis, she had to learn how best to support her gender-fluid child, who inherited depressive behaviors, as well as pursue an allegation of child sexual assault in their home.In her work as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and role as a mother, she felt tremendous pressure to be perfect and present stability. Though she overcame abandonment issues and an eating disorder in college, a hold-up at gunpoint broke her carefully balanced world apart, forcing her to seek help. Now Caitlin is speaking out about the deep-set need for perfection throughout society, especially on teens and mental health professionals, until people understand that your best is good enough and you are never alone. She has a thriving therapy practice in the Bay Area specializing in complex trauma.Kathryn also interviews Author Christina Geist. Establishing a connection with a peer has always been an integral and complicated part of a child’s life; and navigating a new situation can be daunting. As children around the globe spent their formative years isolated from one another during the pandemic, their need to connect grew while their ability to know how to do so waned—the same can be said for adults! Using her words, Christina Geist reminds us all how to reconnect, and the joy that comes from forming a bond with someone new. This is the third book in Geist’s and Bowers’ NY Times Best Selling Growing with Buddy series, heartwarming and humorous picture books that explore evergreen social-emotional themes like back-to-school anxiety and navigating bedtime. They are all delightful read-alouds and great additions to the back-to-school canon. She has been married to her high school sweetheart, SUNDAY Today and Morning Joe Host Willie Geist for 19 years.
Kathryn interviews Author Caitlin Billings.Caitlin Billings knows the struggles of balancing work, mental health, and motherhood better than most – while accepting her own bipolar diagnosis, she had to learn how best to support her gender-fluid child, who inherited depressive behaviors, as well as pursue an allegation of child sexual assault in their home.In her work as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and role as a mother, she felt tremendous pressure to be perfect and present stability. Though she overcame abandonment issues and an eating disorder in college, a hold-up at gunpoint broke her carefully balanced world apart, forcing her to seek help. Now Caitlin is speaking out about the deep-set need for perfection throughout society, especially on teens and mental health professionals, until people understand that your best is good enough and you are never alone. She has a thriving therapy practice in the Bay Area specializing in complex trauma.Kathryn also interviews Author Christina Geist. Establishing a connection with a peer has always been an integral and complicated part of a child’s life; and navigating a new situation can be daunting. As children around the globe spent their formative years isolated from one another during the pandemic, their need to connect grew while their ability to know how to do so waned—the same can be said for adults! Using her words, Christina Geist reminds us all how to reconnect, and the joy that comes from forming a bond with someone new. This is the third book in Geist’s and Bowers’ NY Times Best Selling Growing with Buddy series, heartwarming and humorous picture books that explore evergreen social-emotional themes like back-to-school anxiety and navigating bedtime. They are all delightful read-alouds and great additions to the back-to-school canon. She has been married to her high school sweetheart, SUNDAY Today and Morning Joe Host Willie Geist for 19 years.
Kathryn interviews Helen Hadani PhD. As the day-to-day effects of the pandemic ease, our children have been left with having to play catch up, learning the social tools and skills that parents of young children took for granted just 3 short years ago. To help them, parents need a new toolbox to foster their child’s emotional intelligence—an essential character trait for children to succeed in our fast-paced, social society. Rachael Katz and Dr. Helen Hadani offer an innovative approach that breaks the mold on parenting. They share relevant research on social and emotional awareness to help parents understand how their child’s mind is developing as well as providing powerful tips on how to help children build emotional intelligence to navigate the conditions of our times. Dr. Hadani is currently a fellow at the Brookings Institution where she conducts policy-focused research on the benefits of playful learning in both formal and informal contexts.Kathryn also interviews Author Maureen Healy. Summer is a fun time for most children, but these past few years have been tough! Helping your children bounce back from the pandemic and point towards happier experiences this summer may sound like a big job. The good news is you’re not alone, and learning how to help them become stronger, more resilient, and ultimately, happier is important- for you and them. Maureen Healy brings us a great resource with ideas for experiences that bring us closer together and provide happy memories while learning, exploring and having new adventures. She is an award-winning author, educator, sought-after speaker, and leader in the field of children’s emotional health, especially resilience education. She has reached millions worldwide through her popular blog on Psychology Today and is a favored expert source for media channels such as the NY Times, Forbes, Scholastic Magazine, ABC, NBC, PBS’s This Emotional Life series, and Disney’s The Fatherhood Project, with Hank Azaria.
Kathryn interviews Helen Hadani PhD. As the day-to-day effects of the pandemic ease, our children have been left with having to play catch up, learning the social tools and skills that parents of young children took for granted just 3 short years ago. To help them, parents need a new toolbox to foster their child’s emotional intelligence—an essential character trait for children to succeed in our fast-paced, social society. Rachael Katz and Dr. Helen Hadani offer an innovative approach that breaks the mold on parenting. They share relevant research on social and emotional awareness to help parents understand how their child’s mind is developing as well as providing powerful tips on how to help children build emotional intelligence to navigate the conditions of our times. Dr. Hadani is currently a fellow at the Brookings Institution where she conducts policy-focused research on the benefits of playful learning in both formal and informal contexts.Kathryn also interviews Author Maureen Healy. Summer is a fun time for most children, but these past few years have been tough! Helping your children bounce back from the pandemic and point towards happier experiences this summer may sound like a big job. The good news is you’re not alone, and learning how to help them become stronger, more resilient, and ultimately, happier is important- for you and them. Maureen Healy brings us a great resource with ideas for experiences that bring us closer together and provide happy memories while learning, exploring and having new adventures. She is an award-winning author, educator, sought-after speaker, and leader in the field of children’s emotional health, especially resilience education. She has reached millions worldwide through her popular blog on Psychology Today and is a favored expert source for media channels such as the NY Times, Forbes, Scholastic Magazine, ABC, NBC, PBS’s This Emotional Life series, and Disney’s The Fatherhood Project, with Hank Azaria.
Kathryn interviews Author CJ Gross. Within the past five years, diversity and inclusion, as well as unconscious bias, have been the main drivers of organizational training, politics and community engagement. But diversity is much more than a buzzword; it propels innovation and problem solving, and leads to higher performing teams. CJ Gross offers research-based solutions for employees seeking professional growth and for business leaders seeking new ways to engage their teams. Gross provides strategies to help class-migrants — whether college students, recent graduates or overlooked employees — climb the career lattice and transform themselves from undervalued employees into respected leaders. He also offers insights to help organizations understand the impact of diversity on a business’s productivity, turnover and revenue. Gross is a TEDx Speaker who has been featured in the Washington Post, the Washington Informer Newspaper, and other outlets.Kathryn also interviews Author Lisa L. Lewis MS. Teens today are facing a perfect storm of mental-health challenges, increased academic pressures, and tech overload, all set against the backdrop of chronic sleep-deprivation. While we all know sleep is essential for teens’ well-being, it is far too easy to downplay the risks, or understand what’s at stake when they are regularly skipping sleep in order to get everything done. Advocate, educator, and journalist, Lisa L. Lewis, who helped spark the first law in the nation requiring healthy school start times, addresses these questions and more. Lewis offers insights into how we can make changes at home and in our schools– and also build a common understanding of why teen sleep matters. Lewis has written for The Washington Post, The NY Times, The Atlantic, TIME, the Los Angeles Times, Slate, and Your Teen, among others.
Kathryn interviews Author CJ Gross. Within the past five years, diversity and inclusion, as well as unconscious bias, have been the main drivers of organizational training, politics and community engagement. But diversity is much more than a buzzword; it propels innovation and problem solving, and leads to higher performing teams. CJ Gross offers research-based solutions for employees seeking professional growth and for business leaders seeking new ways to engage their teams. Gross provides strategies to help class-migrants — whether college students, recent graduates or overlooked employees — climb the career lattice and transform themselves from undervalued employees into respected leaders. He also offers insights to help organizations understand the impact of diversity on a business’s productivity, turnover and revenue. Gross is a TEDx Speaker who has been featured in the Washington Post, the Washington Informer Newspaper, and other outlets.Kathryn also interviews Author Lisa L. Lewis MS. Teens today are facing a perfect storm of mental-health challenges, increased academic pressures, and tech overload, all set against the backdrop of chronic sleep-deprivation. While we all know sleep is essential for teens’ well-being, it is far too easy to downplay the risks, or understand what’s at stake when they are regularly skipping sleep in order to get everything done. Advocate, educator, and journalist, Lisa L. Lewis, who helped spark the first law in the nation requiring healthy school start times, addresses these questions and more. Lewis offers insights into how we can make changes at home and in our schools– and also build a common understanding of why teen sleep matters. Lewis has written for The Washington Post, The NY Times, The Atlantic, TIME, the Los Angeles Times, Slate, and Your Teen, among others.
Kathryn interviews Author Mary Lamia PhD. Combining psychological insights with numerous case examples from her decades of work with grieving clients Mary Lamia PhD illustrates how loved ones who have died are always alive within us—regardless of spiritual beliefs. For Lamia, this book has become a deeply personal journey. She lost her mother at the age of 11, her father just 10 years later and, sadly, her husband of 44 years in 2021 just as she was completing this book. Although she agrees that it may be awkward to talk about the loss of a loved one—at least in the culture we live in—she illustrates that Grief has a rich meaning.” She educates the public about the psychology of human behavior by blogging for Psychology Today, Thrive Global, and Psychwire. For nearly a decade, she hosted a weekly call-in talk show, KidTalk with Dr. Mary, on Radio Disney stations.Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. David Wilcox. After 28 years in the health care business, Dr. David Wilcox has seen enough to realize that it truly is a “business,” as opposed to the kind-hearted healing service that most of us might imagine it to be. In his own words, he explores “what to do if you have to go to a hospital, how to handle an insurance company’s claim denial, how to find an alternative to high-priced prescriptions and why the current pay-for-fee system is inadequate. He offers information, facts and tips that can help patients and family members navigate through the morass. His goal is to level the playing field, enabling consumers of health care to understand how to avoid getting caught in the systemic net. Dr. Wilcox has nearly three decades of healthcare experience as an ICU nurse, transplant nurse, hospital administrator and in health care information technology.
Kathryn interviews Author Mary Lamia PhD. Combining psychological insights with numerous case examples from her decades of work with grieving clients Mary Lamia PhD illustrates how loved ones who have died are always alive within us—regardless of spiritual beliefs. For Lamia, this book has become a deeply personal journey. She lost her mother at the age of 11, her father just 10 years later and, sadly, her husband of 44 years in 2021 just as she was completing this book. Although she agrees that it may be awkward to talk about the loss of a loved one—at least in the culture we live in—she illustrates that Grief has a rich meaning.” She educates the public about the psychology of human behavior by blogging for Psychology Today, Thrive Global, and Psychwire. For nearly a decade, she hosted a weekly call-in talk show, KidTalk with Dr. Mary, on Radio Disney stations.Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. David Wilcox. After 28 years in the health care business, Dr. David Wilcox has seen enough to realize that it truly is a “business,” as opposed to the kind-hearted healing service that most of us might imagine it to be. In his own words, he explores “what to do if you have to go to a hospital, how to handle an insurance company’s claim denial, how to find an alternative to high-priced prescriptions and why the current pay-for-fee system is inadequate. He offers information, facts and tips that can help patients and family members navigate through the morass. His goal is to level the playing field, enabling consumers of health care to understand how to avoid getting caught in the systemic net. Dr. Wilcox has nearly three decades of healthcare experience as an ICU nurse, transplant nurse, hospital administrator and in health care information technology.
Kathryn interviews Author Mark E. Scott. Jack Current isn’t just hoping to drown his sorrows during his evening pub crawl through downtown Cincinnati’s Over the Rhine neighborhood; he’s hoping to actually drown — in the Ohio River. But not until he has poured his heart onto paper in the dollar store notebook he’s got with him. Aptly referred to as The Drunk Log, Jack’s notebook contains the secret to his pain, and a bartender with a sixth sense will sneak a peek, just in time. Mark E. Scott’s compelling story of one man’s last hurrah, Drunk Log, invites readers to follow a relatable protagonist who, in the midst of buckling under oppressive guilt, embarks on one last bar crawl before he plans to end his own life. Scott spent four years traveling the world aboard the USS Mount Whitney, later completing a degree in Education, only to become a banker soon thereafter. Drunk Log is a darkly humorous introspective exploration into one man’s attempt to find peace in the face of unrelenting pain.Kathryn also interviews Author & Founder of Angel Faces Lesia S. Cartelli. Since 2003, the nonprofit Angel Faces has helped transform the lives of adolescents and young women who have suffered severe, permanent scars and disfigurements from burn injuries and traumatic events through intensive, residential retreats, and ongoing support. Founder Lesia Cartelli was severely burned by a natural gas explosion when she was just 9 years old, and as an adult, she recognized the psychosocial needs of adolescent girls and young women with disfigurements. Program elements include yoga, climbing and journaling, plus one-on-one instruction from professionals in the cosmetics industry to teach the women how to minimize scarring while enhancing their individual beauty. Cartelli is also the author of Heart of Fire, in which she shares the details of her own traumatic experience and the path that led to her founding of Angel Faces.
Kathryn interviews Author Mark E. Scott. Jack Current isn’t just hoping to drown his sorrows during his evening pub crawl through downtown Cincinnati’s Over the Rhine neighborhood; he’s hoping to actually drown — in the Ohio River. But not until he has poured his heart onto paper in the dollar store notebook he’s got with him. Aptly referred to as The Drunk Log, Jack’s notebook contains the secret to his pain, and a bartender with a sixth sense will sneak a peek, just in time. Mark E. Scott’s compelling story of one man’s last hurrah, Drunk Log, invites readers to follow a relatable protagonist who, in the midst of buckling under oppressive guilt, embarks on one last bar crawl before he plans to end his own life. Scott spent four years traveling the world aboard the USS Mount Whitney, later completing a degree in Education, only to become a banker soon thereafter. Drunk Log is a darkly humorous introspective exploration into one man’s attempt to find peace in the face of unrelenting pain.Kathryn also interviews Author & Founder of Angel Faces Lesia S. Cartelli. Since 2003, the nonprofit Angel Faces has helped transform the lives of adolescents and young women who have suffered severe, permanent scars and disfigurements from burn injuries and traumatic events through intensive, residential retreats, and ongoing support. Founder Lesia Cartelli was severely burned by a natural gas explosion when she was just 9 years old, and as an adult, she recognized the psychosocial needs of adolescent girls and young women with disfigurements. Program elements include yoga, climbing and journaling, plus one-on-one instruction from professionals in the cosmetics industry to teach the women how to minimize scarring while enhancing their individual beauty. Cartelli is also the author of Heart of Fire, in which she shares the details of her own traumatic experience and the path that led to her founding of Angel Faces.
Kathryn interviews Author DDS Dobson-Smith. Belonging is an archetypal experience that we all seek. In the workplace, a sense of belonging will only happen if you have both diversity and inclusion. When you facilitate diversity in hiring practices and instill inclusive policies, procedures and behaviors, your organization has its best chance of creating a culture that supports a sense of belonging for everyone. Diversity is a fact. Inclusion is a behavior. Belonging is an experience. Diversity is a fact in that you can look around you and note that there are people like yourself alongside people who aren’t like you. Inclusion, meanwhile, is a set of behaviors, frameworks or approaches that promote psychological safety and connectedness among team members. DDS Dobson-Smith is a licensed therapist, author, executive coach, speaker on leadership and growth. He is the Founder and CEO of SoulTrained, an executive coaching and leadership growth consultancy.Kathryn also interviews Author Stuart Shanker. For Stuart Shanker, the possibility of a truly just and free society begins with how we see and nurture our children. He is renowned for using cutting-edge neuroscience to help children feel happy and think clearly by better regulating themselves. The paradigm revolution presented by Shanker not only helps us understand the harrowing time we are living through, but inspires a profound sense of hope for the future. He shares that there is no such thing as a bad kid, or a fixed outcome and that all people can learn to self-regulate in ways that promote rather than constrict growth. Shanker shows us how to build a compassionate society, one mind at a time. He is a distinguished research professor emeritus of philosophy and psychology at York University and a bestselling author on the topic of self-regulation and child development.
Kathryn interviews Author DDS Dobson-Smith. Belonging is an archetypal experience that we all seek. In the workplace, a sense of belonging will only happen if you have both diversity and inclusion. When you facilitate diversity in hiring practices and instill inclusive policies, procedures and behaviors, your organization has its best chance of creating a culture that supports a sense of belonging for everyone. Diversity is a fact. Inclusion is a behavior. Belonging is an experience. Diversity is a fact in that you can look around you and note that there are people like yourself alongside people who aren’t like you. Inclusion, meanwhile, is a set of behaviors, frameworks or approaches that promote psychological safety and connectedness among team members. DDS Dobson-Smith is a licensed therapist, author, executive coach, speaker on leadership and growth. He is the Founder and CEO of SoulTrained, an executive coaching and leadership growth consultancy.Kathryn also interviews Author Stuart Shanker. For Stuart Shanker, the possibility of a truly just and free society begins with how we see and nurture our children. He is renowned for using cutting-edge neuroscience to help children feel happy and think clearly by better regulating themselves. The paradigm revolution presented by Shanker not only helps us understand the harrowing time we are living through, but inspires a profound sense of hope for the future. He shares that there is no such thing as a bad kid, or a fixed outcome and that all people can learn to self-regulate in ways that promote rather than constrict growth. Shanker shows us how to build a compassionate society, one mind at a time. He is a distinguished research professor emeritus of philosophy and psychology at York University and a bestselling author on the topic of self-regulation and child development.
Kathryn interviews Author DDS Dobson-Smith. Belonging is an archetypal experience that we all seek. In the workplace, a sense of belonging will only happen if you have both diversity and inclusion. When you facilitate diversity in hiring practices and instill inclusive policies, procedures and behaviors, your organization has its best chance of creating a culture that supports a sense of belonging for everyone. Diversity is a fact. Inclusion is a behavior. Belonging is an experience. Diversity is a fact in that you can look around you and note that there are people like yourself alongside people who aren’t like you. Inclusion, meanwhile, is a set of behaviors, frameworks or approaches that promote psychological safety and connectedness among team members. DDS Dobson-Smith is a licensed therapist, author, executive coach, speaker on leadership and growth. He is the Founder and CEO of SoulTrained, an executive coaching and leadership growth consultancy.Kathryn also interviews Author Stuart Shanker. For Stuart Shanker, the possibility of a truly just and free society begins with how we see and nurture our children. He is renowned for using cutting-edge neuroscience to help children feel happy and think clearly by better regulating themselves. The paradigm revolution presented by Shanker not only helps us understand the harrowing time we are living through, but inspires a profound sense of hope for the future. He shares that there is no such thing as a bad kid, or a fixed outcome and that all people can learn to self-regulate in ways that promote rather than constrict growth. Shanker shows us how to build a compassionate society, one mind at a time. He is a distinguished research professor emeritus of philosophy and psychology at York University and a bestselling author on the topic of self-regulation and child development.
Kathryn interviews Author Frieda Hoffman. Upon discovering that so many other women had experienced miscarriage but had never felt comfortable sharing it, certified coach Frieda Hoffman felt not only betrayed by and furious with the patriarchy that made them feel ashamed, but also a profound sense of sadness that women seem to be made to suffer in silence. Shame and silence beget shame and silence, but Hoffman saw the opportunity to break that by sharing that essential affirmation that we are not alone—in our experience of loss, infertility, healing, uncertainty, longing for catharsis, or mindset. She is a transformative coach and mediator, creative consultant, and entrepreneur with a passion for supporting women and courageous leadership. She holds an MA in social work and conflict management from Berlin’s Alice Salomon University and a dual BA in psychology and anthropology from Johns Hopkins University.Kathryn also interviews Author Joanne Tubbs Kelly. It is no secret, we have to make some tough decisions with regard to loved ones health and care as they age. As more and more states legalize medical aid in dying, the conversation surrounding America’s healthcare system and the choice to end suffering is growing. Joanne Kelly chronicles her journey coming to terms with her kind, funny husband’s terminal illness and his quest to decide what his death looks like, despite her desire to keep him alive. Alan and Joanne marry in midlife and live a happily-ever-after existence until, at sixty-nine, Alan is diagnosed with a rare, fatal, neurodegenerative illness. As he becomes increasingly disabled and dependent on others, and decreasingly able to find joy in life, he decides he wants to end his suffering using Colorado’s Medical Aid in Dying law. Tender and heartfelt, this is one woman’s story about loving extravagantly—and being loved in kind.
Kathryn interviews Author Frieda Hoffman. Upon discovering that so many other women had experienced miscarriage but had never felt comfortable sharing it, certified coach Frieda Hoffman felt not only betrayed by and furious with the patriarchy that made them feel ashamed, but also a profound sense of sadness that women seem to be made to suffer in silence. Shame and silence beget shame and silence, but Hoffman saw the opportunity to break that by sharing that essential affirmation that we are not alone—in our experience of loss, infertility, healing, uncertainty, longing for catharsis, or mindset. She is a transformative coach and mediator, creative consultant, and entrepreneur with a passion for supporting women and courageous leadership. She holds an MA in social work and conflict management from Berlin’s Alice Salomon University and a dual BA in psychology and anthropology from Johns Hopkins University.Kathryn also interviews Author Joanne Tubbs Kelly. It is no secret, we have to make some tough decisions with regard to loved ones health and care as they age. As more and more states legalize medical aid in dying, the conversation surrounding America’s healthcare system and the choice to end suffering is growing. Joanne Kelly chronicles her journey coming to terms with her kind, funny husband’s terminal illness and his quest to decide what his death looks like, despite her desire to keep him alive. Alan and Joanne marry in midlife and live a happily-ever-after existence until, at sixty-nine, Alan is diagnosed with a rare, fatal, neurodegenerative illness. As he becomes increasingly disabled and dependent on others, and decreasingly able to find joy in life, he decides he wants to end his suffering using Colorado’s Medical Aid in Dying law. Tender and heartfelt, this is one woman’s story about loving extravagantly—and being loved in kind.
Kathryn interviews Author Tracy Dennis-Tiwary PhD. Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary argues that anxiety is not, as we often refer to it, unhealthy—in fact, it’s an evolved advantage that protects us and strengthens our creative and productive powers. Although it’s related to stress and fear, it’s uniquely valuable—allowing us to imagine the uncertain future and impelling us to make that future better. Distilling the latest research in psychology and neuroscience and offering real-world stories and personal narrative, she shows how we can explore and leverage even very distressing anxiety rather than be overwhelmed by it. She's a professor of psychology and has been featured throughout the media, including the NY Times, Washington Post, CBS, ABC, CNN, NPR, and BloombergTelevision.Kathryn also interviews Author Julie Lythcott-Haims JD. What does it mean to be an adult? In the twentieth century, psychologists came up with five markers of adulthood: finish your education, get a job, leave home, marry, and have children. Since then, every generation has been held to those same markers. Yet so much has changed about the world and living in it since that sequence was formulated. All of those markers are choices, and they’re all valid, but any one person’s choices along those lines do not make them more or less an adult. Julie Lythcott-Haims has encountered hundreds of twentysomethings (and thirtysomethings, too), who, faced with those markers, feel they’re just playing the part of “adult,” while struggling with anxiety, stress, and general unease. Julie holds degrees from Stanford, Harvard Law, and California College of the Arts and is the NY Times bestselling author of How to Raise an Adult which gave rise to a popular TED Talk.
Kathryn interviews Author Tracy Dennis-Tiwary PhD. Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary argues that anxiety is not, as we often refer to it, unhealthy—in fact, it’s an evolved advantage that protects us and strengthens our creative and productive powers. Although it’s related to stress and fear, it’s uniquely valuable—allowing us to imagine the uncertain future and impelling us to make that future better. Distilling the latest research in psychology and neuroscience and offering real-world stories and personal narrative, she shows how we can explore and leverage even very distressing anxiety rather than be overwhelmed by it. She's a professor of psychology and has been featured throughout the media, including the NY Times, Washington Post, CBS, ABC, CNN, NPR, and BloombergTelevision.Kathryn also interviews Author Julie Lythcott-Haims JD. What does it mean to be an adult? In the twentieth century, psychologists came up with five markers of adulthood: finish your education, get a job, leave home, marry, and have children. Since then, every generation has been held to those same markers. Yet so much has changed about the world and living in it since that sequence was formulated. All of those markers are choices, and they’re all valid, but any one person’s choices along those lines do not make them more or less an adult. Julie Lythcott-Haims has encountered hundreds of twentysomethings (and thirtysomethings, too), who, faced with those markers, feel they’re just playing the part of “adult,” while struggling with anxiety, stress, and general unease. Julie holds degrees from Stanford, Harvard Law, and California College of the Arts and is the NY Times bestselling author of How to Raise an Adult which gave rise to a popular TED Talk.
Kathryn interviews Author Paul Conti MD.Trauma affects the body and mind and, like a transmissible contagion, can spread among close family and friends, and even across generations and within vast demographic groups. We’re all susceptible. Paul Conti MD says “Trauma is way too prevalent, harmful, contagious, and often invisible—just like a virus.” He understands trauma personally through tragic events that have taken place in his own life. Seventy percent of adults will experience a traumatic event in their lifetime and twenty percent of people who experienced trauma will develop PTSD. Conti who has successfully treated this insidious invisible epidemic for the past 15 years wrote this book to sound the alarm about trauma.He's a graduate of Stanford University School of Medicine, completing his psychiatry training at Stanford and Harvard.Kathryn also interviews Author and Psychologist Dr. Alyson Nerenberg. Perfect couples do not exist; nor do perfect families. Yet, in our photoshopped, Instagrammable world where we only present flawless versions of ourselves, we can easily be tricked into believing that they do. Clinical psychologist, Dr. Alyson Nerenberg has spent 30 years listening to couples, families, executives, celebrities, and professional athletes; and is here to share the truth. Whether we are willing to admit it or not, every one of us experiences challenges in our relationships. With wisdom and compassion, she thoroughly explores the origins of perfectionism and how it keeps us stuck in a cycle of disappointment, anger and resentment. Expertly combining psychological theory, popular culture, her patients’ life-changing moments, as well as her own challenges and growth, she transforms trauma into triumph. She has been featured on MSNBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, A&E and CN8.
Kathryn interviews Author Paul Conti MD.Trauma affects the body and mind and, like a transmissible contagion, can spread among close family and friends, and even across generations and within vast demographic groups. We’re all susceptible. Paul Conti MD says “Trauma is way too prevalent, harmful, contagious, and often invisible—just like a virus.” He understands trauma personally through tragic events that have taken place in his own life. Seventy percent of adults will experience a traumatic event in their lifetime and twenty percent of people who experienced trauma will develop PTSD. Conti who has successfully treated this insidious invisible epidemic for the past 15 years wrote this book to sound the alarm about trauma.He's a graduate of Stanford University School of Medicine, completing his psychiatry training at Stanford and Harvard.Kathryn also interviews Author and Psychologist Dr. Alyson Nerenberg. Perfect couples do not exist; nor do perfect families. Yet, in our photoshopped, Instagrammable world where we only present flawless versions of ourselves, we can easily be tricked into believing that they do. Clinical psychologist, Dr. Alyson Nerenberg has spent 30 years listening to couples, families, executives, celebrities, and professional athletes; and is here to share the truth. Whether we are willing to admit it or not, every one of us experiences challenges in our relationships. With wisdom and compassion, she thoroughly explores the origins of perfectionism and how it keeps us stuck in a cycle of disappointment, anger and resentment. Expertly combining psychological theory, popular culture, her patients’ life-changing moments, as well as her own challenges and growth, she transforms trauma into triumph. She has been featured on MSNBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, A&E and CN8.
Kathryn interviews Author Dana Suskind MD. As the pandemic continues to wreak havoc on families, and the Build Back Better plan is stalled in Congress, many parents feel alone, resourceless, and forgotten. But as Dr. Dana Suskind recently wrote in The Hill, parents have the power to become our nation’s strongest special interest group. She proposes we must make healthy brain development our North Star, the organizing principle around which our society is oriented. And we must do so by elevating our expectations for how society supports parents, the first and most important architects of children’s brains. Suskind is a world-class pediatric surgeon, social scientist, and bestselling author who has been featured in the NY Times, The Economist, Forbes, NPR, and Freakonomics. Kathryn also interviews Author Rebecca Morrison JD. To find your recipe for happiness, you need to know what matters most to you; have strong beliefs to support taking the necessary next steps; and actually do the kinds of things you want to, while letting go of the rest. You also need to be willing to share your desires with the world—something that is often challenging.By decluttering your days of the “should” and the “have-to” moments and focusing instead on what actually matters, a road toward fulfilling joy will be laid before you. With actionable steps for closing the gaps that are often present along the path to happiness, Rebecca Morrison shares insights on how to start living a happier life, starting right now. Morrison, a graduate of Wellesley College and Georgetown Law is also a UC Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute Certified Executive Coach.
Kathryn interviews Author Dana Suskind MD. As the pandemic continues to wreak havoc on families, and the Build Back Better plan is stalled in Congress, many parents feel alone, resourceless, and forgotten. But as Dr. Dana Suskind recently wrote in The Hill, parents have the power to become our nation’s strongest special interest group. She proposes we must make healthy brain development our North Star, the organizing principle around which our society is oriented. And we must do so by elevating our expectations for how society supports parents, the first and most important architects of children’s brains. Suskind is a world-class pediatric surgeon, social scientist, and bestselling author who has been featured in the NY Times, The Economist, Forbes, NPR, and Freakonomics. Kathryn also interviews Author Rebecca Morrison JD. To find your recipe for happiness, you need to know what matters most to you; have strong beliefs to support taking the necessary next steps; and actually do the kinds of things you want to, while letting go of the rest. You also need to be willing to share your desires with the world—something that is often challenging.By decluttering your days of the “should” and the “have-to” moments and focusing instead on what actually matters, a road toward fulfilling joy will be laid before you. With actionable steps for closing the gaps that are often present along the path to happiness, Rebecca Morrison shares insights on how to start living a happier life, starting right now. Morrison, a graduate of Wellesley College and Georgetown Law is also a UC Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute Certified Executive Coach.
Kathryn interviews Author Dana Suskind MD. As the pandemic continues to wreak havoc on families, and the Build Back Better plan is stalled in Congress, many parents feel alone, resourceless, and forgotten. But as Dr. Dana Suskind recently wrote in The Hill, parents have the power to become our nation’s strongest special interest group. She proposes we must make healthy brain development our North Star, the organizing principle around which our society is oriented. And we must do so by elevating our expectations for how society supports parents, the first and most important architects of children’s brains. Suskind is a world-class pediatric surgeon, social scientist, and bestselling author who has been featured in the NY Times, The Economist, Forbes, NPR, and Freakonomics.Kathryn also interviews Author Thomas R. Verny MD. So, we understand the workings of the human body well enough, right? Muscles interact with bones to move us, as the heart responds to hormones secreted by the brain, all the way down to the inner workings of every cell. No one component can work alone. In light of this, why is it the accepted understanding that the physical phenomenon of the mind is attributed only to the brain? Internationally renowned psychiatrist Dr. Thomas R. Verny sets out to redefine our concept of the mind and consciousness. He brilliantly compiles new research that points to the mind’s ties to every part of the body. He collects disparate findings from many fields of science in order to illustrate the mounting evidence that somatic cells, not just neural cells, store memory, inform genetic coding, and adapt to environmental changes—all behaviors that contribute to the conscious mind. He previously taught at Harvard and is presently Associate Editor of the Journal of the Association for Pre and Perinatal Psychology and Health.
Kathryn interviews Author Dana Suskind MD. As the pandemic continues to wreak havoc on families, and the Build Back Better plan is stalled in Congress, many parents feel alone, resourceless, and forgotten. But as Dr. Dana Suskind recently wrote in The Hill, parents have the power to become our nation’s strongest special interest group. She proposes we must make healthy brain development our North Star, the organizing principle around which our society is oriented. And we must do so by elevating our expectations for how society supports parents, the first and most important architects of children’s brains. Suskind is a world-class pediatric surgeon, social scientist, and bestselling author who has been featured in the NY Times, The Economist, Forbes, NPR, and Freakonomics.Kathryn also interviews Author Thomas R. Verny MD. So, we understand the workings of the human body well enough, right? Muscles interact with bones to move us, as the heart responds to hormones secreted by the brain, all the way down to the inner workings of every cell. No one component can work alone. In light of this, why is it the accepted understanding that the physical phenomenon of the mind is attributed only to the brain? Internationally renowned psychiatrist Dr. Thomas R. Verny sets out to redefine our concept of the mind and consciousness. He brilliantly compiles new research that points to the mind’s ties to every part of the body. He collects disparate findings from many fields of science in order to illustrate the mounting evidence that somatic cells, not just neural cells, store memory, inform genetic coding, and adapt to environmental changes—all behaviors that contribute to the conscious mind. He previously taught at Harvard and is presently Associate Editor of the Journal of the Association for Pre and Perinatal Psychology and Health.
Kathryn interviews Author Dr. Stephen Morris. Placing a loved one into an assisted living facility can be an incredibly trying and emotional experience. It’s an enormous decision that does not come lightly. Naturally, families are concerned with the quality of care that the seniors in their lives will be receiving, and are reluctant to trust institutional senior care. According to Dr. Stephen Morris, an academic emergency medicine and public health specialist, small-scale senior care facilities are becoming viable options for families, and providing a much needed peace of mind. Small-scale senior care facilities are operated and supervised by a team of nurses, health care directors, and resident managers who ensure coordination of care, adequate staffing, finance management, compliance, marketing, and collaboration with outside health organizations and providers. “It’s exactly the type of intimate care that our elders deserve,” says Dr. Morris who’s been featured in the NY Times, Associated Press, NPR and 60 Minutes.Kathryn also interviews Author Deanna Singh JD, MBA. Author of American Girl’s first ever advice book on race and inclusion, Deanna Singh aims to help girls understand race, racism, and anti-racism, and why practicing inclusion can have an important impact on our world. Whether girls have seen protests in the news and wondered what they're about, or they've seen someone treated unfairly because of the color of her skin -- or even been treated unfairly because of the color of theirs -- they may have questions about racism. She offers quizzes, tips, and ideas that will help girls learn the best ways to take action to challenge racism in herself and her community. Singh, an accomplished author, educator, business leader, and champion for marginalized communities is internationally recognized for her work in leadership, diversity, equity, and inclusion. While tackling complex social challenges, Singh gives audiences the tools and courage to imagine, activate, and impact the world as agents of change.
Kathryn interviews Author Dr. Stephen Morris. Placing a loved one into an assisted living facility can be an incredibly trying and emotional experience. It’s an enormous decision that does not come lightly. Naturally, families are concerned with the quality of care that the seniors in their lives will be receiving, and are reluctant to trust institutional senior care. According to Dr. Stephen Morris, an academic emergency medicine and public health specialist, small-scale senior care facilities are becoming viable options for families, and providing a much needed peace of mind. Small-scale senior care facilities are operated and supervised by a team of nurses, health care directors, and resident managers who ensure coordination of care, adequate staffing, finance management, compliance, marketing, and collaboration with outside health organizations and providers. “It’s exactly the type of intimate care that our elders deserve,” says Dr. Morris who’s been featured in the NY Times, Associated Press, NPR and 60 Minutes.Kathryn also interviews Author Deanna Singh JD, MBA. Author of American Girl’s first ever advice book on race and inclusion, Deanna Singh aims to help girls understand race, racism, and anti-racism, and why practicing inclusion can have an important impact on our world. Whether girls have seen protests in the news and wondered what they're about, or they've seen someone treated unfairly because of the color of her skin -- or even been treated unfairly because of the color of theirs -- they may have questions about racism. She offers quizzes, tips, and ideas that will help girls learn the best ways to take action to challenge racism in herself and her community. Singh, an accomplished author, educator, business leader, and champion for marginalized communities is internationally recognized for her work in leadership, diversity, equity, and inclusion. While tackling complex social challenges, Singh gives audiences the tools and courage to imagine, activate, and impact the world as agents of change.
Kathryn interviews Author Greg Hammer, MD. Moms everywhere have been hit especially hard by the pandemic, and their stress has slowly compounded since 2020. Even in 2022, women are expected to bend their work schedules first to accommodate childcare while also keeping up with the majority of the housework regardless of their professional responsibilities. Paired with the isolation felt during lockdowns, these expectations have put mothers in an especially difficult position emotionally. Women are expected to stay calm, not show anger, and certainly never be overcome with rage… but denying negative emotions often makes them worse. Stanford School of Medicine professor and mindfulness expert Dr. Greg Hammer has another solution, such as mindfulness strategies for coping specifically with rage.Kathryn also interviews Author Carter Weinstein. Living with anxiety is not an easy road however, 19 year old Carter Weinstein has provided a first-hand perspective of hope to fellow teens and young adults with acute anxiety—the challenge he has faced his whole life. In this short, helpful guide, he shares the candid ups and downs of his personal journey, how he got the help he needed, and six pivotal tips that have helped him manage his symptoms and achieve his goals. Weinstein is currently a freshman at Georgetown University where he is studying business. He was also a research intern for Shark Tank.
Kathryn interviews Author Greg Hammer, MD. Moms everywhere have been hit especially hard by the pandemic, and their stress has slowly compounded since 2020. Even in 2022, women are expected to bend their work schedules first to accommodate childcare while also keeping up with the majority of the housework regardless of their professional responsibilities. Paired with the isolation felt during lockdowns, these expectations have put mothers in an especially difficult position emotionally. Women are expected to stay calm, not show anger, and certainly never be overcome with rage… but denying negative emotions often makes them worse. Stanford School of Medicine professor and mindfulness expert Dr. Greg Hammer has another solution, such as mindfulness strategies for coping specifically with rage.Kathryn also interviews Author Carter Weinstein. Living with anxiety is not an easy road however, 19 year old Carter Weinstein has provided a first-hand perspective of hope to fellow teens and young adults with acute anxiety—the challenge he has faced his whole life. In this short, helpful guide, he shares the candid ups and downs of his personal journey, how he got the help he needed, and six pivotal tips that have helped him manage his symptoms and achieve his goals. Weinstein is currently a freshman at Georgetown University where he is studying business. He was also a research intern for Shark Tank.
Kathryn interviews Author Kim Dower. Acclaimed for combining the accessible and profound, Kim Dower’s poems about motherhood are some of her most moving and disarmingly candid. Culled from her four collections as well as a selection of new work, these poems, heartbreaking, funny, surprising, and touching, explore the quirky, unexpected observations, and bittersweet moments mothers and daughters share. These evocative poems do not glorify mothers, but rather look under the hood of motherhood and explore the deep crevices and emotions of these impenetrable relationships: the love, despair, joy, humor and gratitude that fills our lives. Her poetry has been described by the Los Angeles Times as “sensual and evocative . . . seamlessly combining humor and heartache,” and by O Magazine as “unexpected and sublime.” Kathryn also interviews Dr. Greg Marchand. Women have long had their Fallopian tubes tied for birth control, but new research co-authored by Master Surgeon Dr. Greg Marchand shows that having them removed is a safe and effective alternative. He is coauthor of a 2020 study in The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology on the merits of salpingectomy (surgical removal of a Fallopian tube) vs. tubal ligation. The study, a systematic review and meta-analysis, found few differences between the procedures, with no differences in most important clinical outcomes (antimüllerian hormone, blood loss, length of hospital stay, pre- or postoperative complications, or wound infections). He is the director of the Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery and was recently honored with a World Record for performing a total laparoscopic hysterectomy through the smallest incision ever.
Kathryn interviews Author Kim Dower. Acclaimed for combining the accessible and profound, Kim Dower’s poems about motherhood are some of her most moving and disarmingly candid. Culled from her four collections as well as a selection of new work, these poems, heartbreaking, funny, surprising, and touching, explore the quirky, unexpected observations, and bittersweet moments mothers and daughters share. These evocative poems do not glorify mothers, but rather look under the hood of motherhood and explore the deep crevices and emotions of these impenetrable relationships: the love, despair, joy, humor and gratitude that fills our lives. Her poetry has been described by the Los Angeles Times as “sensual and evocative . . . seamlessly combining humor and heartache,” and by O Magazine as “unexpected and sublime.” Kathryn also interviews Dr. Greg Marchand. Women have long had their Fallopian tubes tied for birth control, but new research co-authored by Master Surgeon Dr. Greg Marchand shows that having them removed is a safe and effective alternative. He is coauthor of a 2020 study in The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology on the merits of salpingectomy (surgical removal of a Fallopian tube) vs. tubal ligation. The study, a systematic review and meta-analysis, found few differences between the procedures, with no differences in most important clinical outcomes (antimüllerian hormone, blood loss, length of hospital stay, pre- or postoperative complications, or wound infections). He is the director of the Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery and was recently honored with a World Record for performing a total laparoscopic hysterectomy through the smallest incision ever.
Kathryn interviews Author Elke Scholz.Whether in business, or in life, anxiety can be a debilitating obstacle that saps energy, causes undue worry and stress, and can lead to all manner of physical ailments as the body attempts to process all of the emotional triggers and reactions that are happening at lightspeed within. Sometimes people don't recognize its presence, shrugging it off as the mid-afternoon crash, and sometimes they know exactly why they feel the way they do and become so distraught that it's difficult to function. Elke Scholz offers hope and help to those who feel that anxiety is an unmanageable part of their lives. As an internationally certified EMDR Therapist she guides and empowers you to go from feeling like a victim of your anxiety to an empowered warrior over it. She’s a co-chair on the board for IEATA, International Expressive Art Therapy Association and is an affiliate author for Project Happiness. Kathryn also interviews Author Susan Scott .Throngs of studies reveal the extent to which Americans are shockingly dissatisfied with their relationships and, in many cases, are completely disengaged—abstaining entirely from intimate relations, monogamy, marriage and other 'healthy relationship' benchmarks. The pandemic put the kibosh on romance for many, but the problem is far more deep-seated and insidious. Susan Scott, Fierce Inc CEO, explains that we often long for deep connection in our relationships, but don't know how to communicate well, and sometimes withhold what we're really thinking and feeling. Exploring conversations that are central to fostering relationship success and a true connection, Scott reveals People don’t often recognize that the conversation is the relationship. Her Fierce Books trilogy are on the NYTimes, USA Today and Wall Street Journal, best seller lists.
Kathryn interviews Author Elke Scholz.Whether in business, or in life, anxiety can be a debilitating obstacle that saps energy, causes undue worry and stress, and can lead to all manner of physical ailments as the body attempts to process all of the emotional triggers and reactions that are happening at lightspeed within. Sometimes people don't recognize its presence, shrugging it off as the mid-afternoon crash, and sometimes they know exactly why they feel the way they do and become so distraught that it's difficult to function. Elke Scholz offers hope and help to those who feel that anxiety is an unmanageable part of their lives. As an internationally certified EMDR Therapist she guides and empowers you to go from feeling like a victim of your anxiety to an empowered warrior over it. She’s a co-chair on the board for IEATA, International Expressive Art Therapy Association and is an affiliate author for Project Happiness. Kathryn also interviews Author Susan Scott .Throngs of studies reveal the extent to which Americans are shockingly dissatisfied with their relationships and, in many cases, are completely disengaged—abstaining entirely from intimate relations, monogamy, marriage and other 'healthy relationship' benchmarks. The pandemic put the kibosh on romance for many, but the problem is far more deep-seated and insidious. Susan Scott, Fierce Inc CEO, explains that we often long for deep connection in our relationships, but don't know how to communicate well, and sometimes withhold what we're really thinking and feeling. Exploring conversations that are central to fostering relationship success and a true connection, Scott reveals People don’t often recognize that the conversation is the relationship. Her Fierce Books trilogy are on the NYTimes, USA Today and Wall Street Journal, best seller lists.
Kathryn interviews Author Barry Nalebuff. Negotiation is stressful. It can bring out the worst in people. Wouldn’t it be better if there were a principled way to negotiate? Wouldn’t it be even better if there were a way to treat people fairly and get treated fairly in a negotiation? Barry Nalebuff does just that via a simple, practical method that reveals the true power of the players and what they bring to the table. He offers a theory-based and field-tested approach to negotiation illustrated with examples and in-depth case studies. The pie framework also works for everyday negotiations. You’ll learn how to deploy pie logic to determine truly equitable solutions, and employ empathy to expand the pie and sell your solution. Nalebuff is the Milton Steinbach Professor at Yale School of Management where he has taught for over thirty years. His ventures include Honest Tea, Kombrewcha, and Choose Health.Kathryn also interviews Author Donna Andersen.The myth that sociopaths burn out as they age has been busted. According to Donna Andersen, an expert in the field of senior sociopathy, and someone with her own personal story of surviving marriage to a senior sociopath, these abusers remain as bad or worse after age 50. Andersen surveyed 2,377 readers of her website Lovefraud.com and 91% reported that this conventional wisdom of “aging out” shared by many psychologists is just not true. She discusses how to spot sociopathic romantic partners, parents, family members, friends and work colleagues over the age of 50. More importantly, she shows you how to deal with them and recover from their abuse. She has appeared on Investigation Discovery TV, ABC News 20/20, My Life is a Lifetime Movie, Handsome Devils and The Ricki Lake Show.
Kathryn interviews Author Barry Nalebuff. Negotiation is stressful. It can bring out the worst in people. Wouldn’t it be better if there were a principled way to negotiate? Wouldn’t it be even better if there were a way to treat people fairly and get treated fairly in a negotiation? Barry Nalebuff does just that via a simple, practical method that reveals the true power of the players and what they bring to the table. He offers a theory-based and field-tested approach to negotiation illustrated with examples and in-depth case studies. The pie framework also works for everyday negotiations. You’ll learn how to deploy pie logic to determine truly equitable solutions, and employ empathy to expand the pie and sell your solution. Nalebuff is the Milton Steinbach Professor at Yale School of Management where he has taught for over thirty years. His ventures include Honest Tea, Kombrewcha, and Choose Health.Kathryn also interviews Author Donna Andersen.The myth that sociopaths burn out as they age has been busted. According to Donna Andersen, an expert in the field of senior sociopathy, and someone with her own personal story of surviving marriage to a senior sociopath, these abusers remain as bad or worse after age 50. Andersen surveyed 2,377 readers of her website Lovefraud.com and 91% reported that this conventional wisdom of “aging out” shared by many psychologists is just not true. She discusses how to spot sociopathic romantic partners, parents, family members, friends and work colleagues over the age of 50. More importantly, she shows you how to deal with them and recover from their abuse. She has appeared on Investigation Discovery TV, ABC News 20/20, My Life is a Lifetime Movie, Handsome Devils and The Ricki Lake Show.
Kathryn interviews Author and Attorney Genevieve Grabman, J.D., M.P.H .Recounting her stranger-than-fiction paradox of being a prisoner in her own body when her health and life became endangered by a rare and complex high-risk pregnancy, Genevieve Grabman had the exact education, connections and resources to get the help she needed, however the politics of the American healthcare system repeatedly blocked her as if in an Orwellian dystopia. She was pregnant with identical twins whose circulatory systems were connected in a rare condition called twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome. She was barred from taking every step necessary to save not only her babies’ lives, but her own. Ultimately, national anti-abortion politics—not medicine or her own choices—determined the outcome of Grabman’s pregnancy. Grabman is a 2022 District of Columbia Commission on the Arts and Humanities Fellow. She also has a master’s in public health from Johns Hopkins University and a Juris Doctor from Georgetown University.Kathryn also interviews Author Lara Goitein, MD.More than 5 million patients are admitted to ICUs in the U.S. annually. Unfortunately, COVID-19 has only increased these numbers. Almost all of us will be touched by the ICU at some point, directly or indirectly. When your loved one is in the ICU, it’s not only possible to be an advocate for your loved one, it’s essential. However, for almost everyone, the ICU is an alien and intimidating world, full of confusing equipment and terminology. Family members are in desperate need of explanations that busy nurses and doctors may not always have time to give. Lara Goitein MD, a Harvard trained physician specializing in intensive care and lung medicine, shares with us some valuable information to help us navigate this uncharted territory. Dt. Goitein is an editorial board member and frequent writer for the medical journal JAMA Internal Medicine, and also writes in the lay press, including the New York Review of Books.
Kathryn interviews Author and Attorney Genevieve Grabman, J.D., M.P.H .Recounting her stranger-than-fiction paradox of being a prisoner in her own body when her health and life became endangered by a rare and complex high-risk pregnancy, Genevieve Grabman had the exact education, connections and resources to get the help she needed, however the politics of the American healthcare system repeatedly blocked her as if in an Orwellian dystopia. She was pregnant with identical twins whose circulatory systems were connected in a rare condition called twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome. She was barred from taking every step necessary to save not only her babies’ lives, but her own. Ultimately, national anti-abortion politics—not medicine or her own choices—determined the outcome of Grabman’s pregnancy. Grabman is a 2022 District of Columbia Commission on the Arts and Humanities Fellow. She also has a master’s in public health from Johns Hopkins University and a Juris Doctor from Georgetown University.Kathryn also interviews Author Lara Goitein, MD.More than 5 million patients are admitted to ICUs in the U.S. annually. Unfortunately, COVID-19 has only increased these numbers. Almost all of us will be touched by the ICU at some point, directly or indirectly. When your loved one is in the ICU, it’s not only possible to be an advocate for your loved one, it’s essential. However, for almost everyone, the ICU is an alien and intimidating world, full of confusing equipment and terminology. Family members are in desperate need of explanations that busy nurses and doctors may not always have time to give. Lara Goitein MD, a Harvard trained physician specializing in intensive care and lung medicine, shares with us some valuable information to help us navigate this uncharted territory. Dt. Goitein is an editorial board member and frequent writer for the medical journal JAMA Internal Medicine, and also writes in the lay press, including the New York Review of Books.
Kathryn interviews Entrepreneur Rebecca Rolland EdD.Entrepreneur Bukola Somide introduces “Somi” the Computer Scientist. This beautiful interactive African American doll focuses on exposing kids to computer science concepts in a fun way. Her aim is to engage, educate, and inspire children everywhere. The Somi doll also touches on Cyberbullying, to bring awareness to what it is and to then encourage better online conduct. This interactive STEM doll also uses real life situations to explain coding terminology to children. Somide has worked for big tech giants like Intel. She’s worked in the IT industry for 17 years and throughout her career recalls being the only Black person or Black woman on the Software Development team. After years of success in her field, Somide's vision is to help increase the number of minority girls thriving in the Computer Science industry.Kathryn also interviews Author Rebecca Rolland EdD. Science has shown that the best way to help our kids become independent, confident, kind, empathetic, and happy is by talking with them. Yet, so often, parents, educators, and caregivers are at a loss and have trouble communicating with kids. Conversations can feel trivial or strained—or worse, are marked by constant conflict. Rebecca Rolland, EdD, faculty member at Harvard Medical School and language specialist in the Neurology Department of Children’s Hospital Boston shares an invaluable guide that provides readers with evidence-based tools and techniques to communicate more effectively with children, helping them foster relationships with less conflict and more joy and kindness. Rolland frequently consults with organizations working to design powerful learning experiences for kids and adults, including the World Bank.
Kathryn interviews Entrepreneur Rebecca Rolland EdD.Entrepreneur Bukola Somide introduces “Somi” the Computer Scientist. This beautiful interactive African American doll focuses on exposing kids to computer science concepts in a fun way. Her aim is to engage, educate, and inspire children everywhere. The Somi doll also touches on Cyberbullying, to bring awareness to what it is and to then encourage better online conduct. This interactive STEM doll also uses real life situations to explain coding terminology to children. Somide has worked for big tech giants like Intel. She’s worked in the IT industry for 17 years and throughout her career recalls being the only Black person or Black woman on the Software Development team. After years of success in her field, Somide's vision is to help increase the number of minority girls thriving in the Computer Science industry.Kathryn also interviews Author Rebecca Rolland EdD. Science has shown that the best way to help our kids become independent, confident, kind, empathetic, and happy is by talking with them. Yet, so often, parents, educators, and caregivers are at a loss and have trouble communicating with kids. Conversations can feel trivial or strained—or worse, are marked by constant conflict. Rebecca Rolland, EdD, faculty member at Harvard Medical School and language specialist in the Neurology Department of Children’s Hospital Boston shares an invaluable guide that provides readers with evidence-based tools and techniques to communicate more effectively with children, helping them foster relationships with less conflict and more joy and kindness. Rolland frequently consults with organizations working to design powerful learning experiences for kids and adults, including the World Bank.
Kathryn interviews Author Lair Torrent LMFT. All too often, people in long-term relationships find themselves asking, “Isn’t this just how it is for couples after a certain number of years?” As a licensed marriage and family therapist, Lair Torrent has seen no shortage of couples who have resorted to “practicing badly” when left to their own devices, but he disagrees with the assumption that couples are destined to reach an expiration date. Instead, he insists that if we are willing to make our relationships a daily practice, not only can they last a lifetime, but they can continue to thrive and grow. He offers a much needed wake up call for anyone looking to dramatically improve their relationship and become a better version of themselves. Lair is a DailyOM Bestselling author and has been featured in NPR, Rolling Stone, and the NY Times. Kathryn also interviews Author Judy Wilkins-Smith. Every human being is born to be remarkable. Yet, every human being is shaped by patterns handed down by their ancestors—invisible multi-generational patterns of decisions, thoughts, feelings, actions, inactions, reactions, and choices that limit their responses to events and influence every decision of their lives - unconsciously running the show. Judy Wilkins-Smith shows readers how to uncover these Emotional DNA patterns, understand the limitations and the gifts they bring, embrace them, make new choices and rewire the brain, allowing readers to transform themselves into the best of who they really are. Executive coach Wilkins-Smith is a highly regarded organizational, individual, and family patterns expert who assists high performance individuals, Fortune 500 executives and legacy families to end limiting cycles and reframe challenges into lasting breakthroughs and peak performance.
Kathryn interviews Author Lair Torrent LMFT. All too often, people in long-term relationships find themselves asking, “Isn’t this just how it is for couples after a certain number of years?” As a licensed marriage and family therapist, Lair Torrent has seen no shortage of couples who have resorted to “practicing badly” when left to their own devices, but he disagrees with the assumption that couples are destined to reach an expiration date. Instead, he insists that if we are willing to make our relationships a daily practice, not only can they last a lifetime, but they can continue to thrive and grow. He offers a much needed wake up call for anyone looking to dramatically improve their relationship and become a better version of themselves. Lair is a DailyOM Bestselling author and has been featured in NPR, Rolling Stone, and the NY Times. Kathryn also interviews Author Judy Wilkins-Smith. Every human being is born to be remarkable. Yet, every human being is shaped by patterns handed down by their ancestors—invisible multi-generational patterns of decisions, thoughts, feelings, actions, inactions, reactions, and choices that limit their responses to events and influence every decision of their lives - unconsciously running the show. Judy Wilkins-Smith shows readers how to uncover these Emotional DNA patterns, understand the limitations and the gifts they bring, embrace them, make new choices and rewire the brain, allowing readers to transform themselves into the best of who they really are. Executive coach Wilkins-Smith is a highly regarded organizational, individual, and family patterns expert who assists high performance individuals, Fortune 500 executives and legacy families to end limiting cycles and reframe challenges into lasting breakthroughs and peak performance.
Kathryn interviews Author and Speaker Deborah Grayson Riegel MSW. Knowing how to extend a helping hand or ask for assistance when needed is one of the best ways to build trusting, collaborative and mutually beneficial relationships with colleagues, clients, family and friends. And yet, for far too many folks, “help fluency” remains elusive. Mother-daughter team Deborah Grayson Riegel and Sophie Riegel share a truly groundbreaking, easy-to-use guide that teaches concrete strategies to help readers get better at offering, asking for and accepting help while exploring the emotional barriers that sometimes prevent us from receiving the help we need. Deborah teaches Leadership Communication for Columbia Business School’s Women in Leadership Program. She writes regularly for the Harvard Business Review and is an instructor of Management Communication at the Wharton School at UPenn.Kathryn also interviews Author Ken Rusk. Blue Collar Boom is on the rise. There are thousands of jobs opening up for skilled tradespeople as older workers retire in these fields. This is happening in many of the major trades. For people willing to work with their hands, there will be many opportunities to make a very good living. Wall Street Journal best selling author, Ken Rusk shares with us “The 4 Steps to a 6 Figure Career as a Blue Collar Worker.” He specializes in mentoring and has coached hundreds of young people in areas such as short-, mid-, and long-term goal setting, life visualization, career paths, and sound financial planning. Rusk has been featured on many media outlets, including CNBC, Stacking Benjamins, Newsy, as well as in The New York Post and Forbes.
Kathryn interviews Author and Speaker Deborah Grayson Riegel MSW. Knowing how to extend a helping hand or ask for assistance when needed is one of the best ways to build trusting, collaborative and mutually beneficial relationships with colleagues, clients, family and friends. And yet, for far too many folks, “help fluency” remains elusive. Mother-daughter team Deborah Grayson Riegel and Sophie Riegel share a truly groundbreaking, easy-to-use guide that teaches concrete strategies to help readers get better at offering, asking for and accepting help while exploring the emotional barriers that sometimes prevent us from receiving the help we need. Deborah teaches Leadership Communication for Columbia Business School’s Women in Leadership Program. She writes regularly for the Harvard Business Review and is an instructor of Management Communication at the Wharton School at UPenn.Kathryn also interviews Author Ken Rusk. Blue Collar Boom is on the rise. There are thousands of jobs opening up for skilled tradespeople as older workers retire in these fields. This is happening in many of the major trades. For people willing to work with their hands, there will be many opportunities to make a very good living. Wall Street Journal best selling author, Ken Rusk shares with us “The 4 Steps to a 6 Figure Career as a Blue Collar Worker.” He specializes in mentoring and has coached hundreds of young people in areas such as short-, mid-, and long-term goal setting, life visualization, career paths, and sound financial planning. Rusk has been featured on many media outlets, including CNBC, Stacking Benjamins, Newsy, as well as in The New York Post and Forbes.
Kathryn interviews Author Lyn Barrett. Often misdiagnosed, DID (dissociative identity disorder) is known predominantly to be caused by severe childhood trauma combined with a disorganized attachment style. Lyn Barrett shares her own journey going from happy wife and mother to internally living with more than ten distinctive personalities or 'alters.”' Her story is a life-changing gift for all the survivors of trauma and those who love them, and for anyone who wants to educate themselves on trauma-induced dissociation particularly as it manifests as DID. Barrett, a survivor of early childhood trauma, is a speaker and retreat leader, as well as a retired elementary school teacher, school principal and church pastor. She currently facilitates writers workshops, teaches a memoir class for dissociative writers and is heard on public radio, podcasts and other venues.Kathryn also interviews Author, Speaker, Clinical Psychologist Wayne Pernell PhD. At the start of the pandemic it may have been a bit easier to adopt a naively positive outlook of 'someday this will all be over,' but like it or not, COVID may be here to stay. Dr. Wayne Pernell says that the significant point to focus on is the idea that something being 'here to stay' does not equate to that thing as “being our new normal” it simply means that it is part of our long-term reality. He says that we, as humans, are designed to be resilient in the face of change and turbulence. We figure out how to change, alter, and control our situations so that even if they continue changing, they aren’t controlling us. Dr. Pernell, a member of the Forbes Business Council, is quoted in the NY Times, FastCompany, MSN Money, Forbes and published in Entrepreneur magazine.
Kathryn interviews Author Lyn Barrett. Often misdiagnosed, DID (dissociative identity disorder) is known predominantly to be caused by severe childhood trauma combined with a disorganized attachment style. Lyn Barrett shares her own journey going from happy wife and mother to internally living with more than ten distinctive personalities or 'alters.”' Her story is a life-changing gift for all the survivors of trauma and those who love them, and for anyone who wants to educate themselves on trauma-induced dissociation particularly as it manifests as DID. Barrett, a survivor of early childhood trauma, is a speaker and retreat leader, as well as a retired elementary school teacher, school principal and church pastor. She currently facilitates writers workshops, teaches a memoir class for dissociative writers and is heard on public radio, podcasts and other venues.Kathryn also interviews Author, Speaker, Clinical Psychologist Wayne Pernell PhD. At the start of the pandemic it may have been a bit easier to adopt a naively positive outlook of 'someday this will all be over,' but like it or not, COVID may be here to stay. Dr. Wayne Pernell says that the significant point to focus on is the idea that something being 'here to stay' does not equate to that thing as “being our new normal” it simply means that it is part of our long-term reality. He says that we, as humans, are designed to be resilient in the face of change and turbulence. We figure out how to change, alter, and control our situations so that even if they continue changing, they aren’t controlling us. Dr. Pernell, a member of the Forbes Business Council, is quoted in the NY Times, FastCompany, MSN Money, Forbes and published in Entrepreneur magazine.
Kathryn interviews Author Dr. Donald Hricik. When Ulf Bauer falls victim to a mysterious, life-threatening illness, his son, Dr. Jace Bauer, soon begins to suspect foul play. Many family members, as well as Ulf Bauer’s longtime mistress, might have motives to terminate him. With the help of colleagues and a private investigator, Jace confirms that somebody is slowly poisoning his father. His investigation uncovers family scandals, previous murderous plots and many suspects who might want to inherit the family fortune. The story is set against the background of the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Donald Hricik, Emeritus Professor of Medicine at Case Western Reserve has served as Medical Director of the Kidney Transplant Service at University Hospital Cleveland Medical Center and Chief of Nephrology and Hypertension at UHCMC. He's written numerous mysteries with medical themes.Kathryn also interviews Author Joshua DeTillio. Nothing is more important to your company than your employees, and nothing is more important to your employees than their health. A wellness plan can keep your team happy, fit, and motivated while lowering business costs and increasing efficiency. Joshua DeTillio presents an essential how-to guide on building and maintaining your own wellness plan. In eight stages, ranging from learning how to be an inspiration to incentivizing participation to using data to refine practices, he shows you how to increase loyalty and morale while decreasing healthcare costs. DeTillio has more than sixteen years of experience in healthcare and hospital administration. He has master's degrees in business administration and public health from Vanderbilt and Harvard Universities and is the current chief administrative officer at Gulf Coast Medical Center.
Kathryn interviews Author Dr. Donald Hricik. When Ulf Bauer falls victim to a mysterious, life-threatening illness, his son, Dr. Jace Bauer, soon begins to suspect foul play. Many family members, as well as Ulf Bauer’s longtime mistress, might have motives to terminate him. With the help of colleagues and a private investigator, Jace confirms that somebody is slowly poisoning his father. His investigation uncovers family scandals, previous murderous plots and many suspects who might want to inherit the family fortune. The story is set against the background of the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Donald Hricik, Emeritus Professor of Medicine at Case Western Reserve has served as Medical Director of the Kidney Transplant Service at University Hospital Cleveland Medical Center and Chief of Nephrology and Hypertension at UHCMC. He's written numerous mysteries with medical themes.Kathryn also interviews Author Joshua DeTillio. Nothing is more important to your company than your employees, and nothing is more important to your employees than their health. A wellness plan can keep your team happy, fit, and motivated while lowering business costs and increasing efficiency. Joshua DeTillio presents an essential how-to guide on building and maintaining your own wellness plan. In eight stages, ranging from learning how to be an inspiration to incentivizing participation to using data to refine practices, he shows you how to increase loyalty and morale while decreasing healthcare costs. DeTillio has more than sixteen years of experience in healthcare and hospital administration. He has master's degrees in business administration and public health from Vanderbilt and Harvard Universities and is the current chief administrative officer at Gulf Coast Medical Center.
Kathryn interviews Author Tia Graham. Inspiring readers to prioritize and elevate their personal happiness and create lasting career success through an easy-to-follow, 8-step methodology, Tia Graham teaches leaders to lead positively, put their people first, and create engaged teams which lead to higher productivity and profit. She shows the reader how to be the type of boss that people want to work for while also motivating leaders to make their personal well-being a top priority and shows them how to be both positive and successful in their organization. Graham is the Founder of Arrive At Happy. Her insights have been featured in national publications like Forbes, MindBodyGreen, The Los Angeles Times, Well + Good, and Yoga Journal.Kathryn also interviews Author Chris Brady. Marcus Coleman may not know anything about winning over his potential father-in-law, but he does know Bitcoin. Before the end of his trip to Italy, Marcus must clearly explain the greatest breakthrough in the history of money. If he fails, the expensive engagement ring tucked away in his suitcase will never be worn. And success may prove more difficult than he assumed. As Marcus gets to know the enchanting Italian countryside, culture, and cuisine, he'll have to balance Bitcoin explanations with romance. In this whimsical book, #1 NY Times bestselling author Chris Brady shows that fun and finances can go together like marinara and mozzarella. Brady is a speaker, humorist, and businessman. He is also CEO and Creative Director of Life Leadership.
Kathryn interviews Author Tia Graham. Inspiring readers to prioritize and elevate their personal happiness and create lasting career success through an easy-to-follow, 8-step methodology, Tia Graham teaches leaders to lead positively, put their people first, and create engaged teams which lead to higher productivity and profit. She shows the reader how to be the type of boss that people want to work for while also motivating leaders to make their personal well-being a top priority and shows them how to be both positive and successful in their organization. Graham is the Founder of Arrive At Happy. Her insights have been featured in national publications like Forbes, MindBodyGreen, The Los Angeles Times, Well + Good, and Yoga Journal.Kathryn also interviews Author Chris Brady. Marcus Coleman may not know anything about winning over his potential father-in-law, but he does know Bitcoin. Before the end of his trip to Italy, Marcus must clearly explain the greatest breakthrough in the history of money. If he fails, the expensive engagement ring tucked away in his suitcase will never be worn. And success may prove more difficult than he assumed. As Marcus gets to know the enchanting Italian countryside, culture, and cuisine, he'll have to balance Bitcoin explanations with romance. In this whimsical book, #1 NY Times bestselling author Chris Brady shows that fun and finances can go together like marinara and mozzarella. Brady is a speaker, humorist, and businessman. He is also CEO and Creative Director of Life Leadership.
Kathryn interviews Author Dr. Bradley Nelson. Modern science increasingly verifies a truth that runs through ancient healing systems: The mind and body are inextricably connected, with our thoughts and emotions exerting a powerful influence on our health. Probing the frontiers of our ability to resolve emotional wounds from the past, Dr. Bradley Nelson is one of the world's foremost experts on natural methods of achieving wellness. Over decades of work as a holistic chiropractic physician, he has discerned that most of the physical discomfort and emotional distress his patients suffered was rooted in trapped emotions—the unseen emotional baggage we carry from hurtful life experiences.Through his studies of ancient medical practices and modern quantum physics, Dr. Brad developed The Emotion Code®, a simple yet effective method anyone can learn to release the trapped emotions that block us from wellness.Kathryn also interviews Founder of PatientRightsAdvocate.org Cynthia Fisher. In the midst of this global recovery effort from the COVID19 Pandemic, PatientRightsAdvocate.org (PRA) is a nonprofit, non-partisan organization that provides a voice for consumers—patients, employees, employers, and taxpayers—to have transparency in healthcare. PRA advocates for patients to have easy, real-time access to complete health information and real price transparency. Price transparency will usher in price, quality, and outcomes differentiation and allow for competition and innovation. Founder Cynthia Fisher shares with us the effects of price transparency in healthcare and why hospitals need to drop their lawsuits and stop using taxpayer money to sue our government. Cynthia has an MBA from Harvard Business School and is best known for her pioneering work as Founder and CEO of ViaCord, Inc. She has been featured in The Washington Post, The New York Post, The Morning Consult, Medical Economics, and The Well News.
Kathryn interviews Author Dr. Bradley Nelson. Modern science increasingly verifies a truth that runs through ancient healing systems: The mind and body are inextricably connected, with our thoughts and emotions exerting a powerful influence on our health. Probing the frontiers of our ability to resolve emotional wounds from the past, Dr. Bradley Nelson is one of the world's foremost experts on natural methods of achieving wellness. Over decades of work as a holistic chiropractic physician, he has discerned that most of the physical discomfort and emotional distress his patients suffered was rooted in trapped emotions—the unseen emotional baggage we carry from hurtful life experiences.Through his studies of ancient medical practices and modern quantum physics, Dr. Brad developed The Emotion Code®, a simple yet effective method anyone can learn to release the trapped emotions that block us from wellness.Kathryn also interviews Founder of PatientRightsAdvocate.org Cynthia Fisher. In the midst of this global recovery effort from the COVID19 Pandemic, PatientRightsAdvocate.org (PRA) is a nonprofit, non-partisan organization that provides a voice for consumers—patients, employees, employers, and taxpayers—to have transparency in healthcare. PRA advocates for patients to have easy, real-time access to complete health information and real price transparency. Price transparency will usher in price, quality, and outcomes differentiation and allow for competition and innovation. Founder Cynthia Fisher shares with us the effects of price transparency in healthcare and why hospitals need to drop their lawsuits and stop using taxpayer money to sue our government. Cynthia has an MBA from Harvard Business School and is best known for her pioneering work as Founder and CEO of ViaCord, Inc. She has been featured in The Washington Post, The New York Post, The Morning Consult, Medical Economics, and The Well News.
Kathryn interviews Author Michael J. Young, MD. Dr. Michael J. Young, a practicing surgeon for 30 years examines how one experiences medical treatment from both sides of the table, including the significant obstacles patients endure, as well as the exasperation many of the truly dedicated medical professionals feel. The controlling arrogance of the insurance industry and the clout pharmaceutical companies have over us has become overwhelming. Patients have essentially no control and doctors have lost the ability to direct their own profession. Profit-driven corporations dictate how our care is now governed. Most painful is how we are treated by the medical system itself. Absent is the sense of concern and empathy we used to associate with the medical profession. He asserts medicine has become a mechanism of profit, a business whose own bureaucratic tendencies have spread like a powerful, aggressive disease. Dr. Young is presently a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Dept. of Urology at the U of Illinois, involved in the innovation and development of surgical and medical devices..Kathryn also interviews Author Laura Whitfield. When Laura Whitfield was fourteen, her extraordinary brother, Lawrence, was killed in a mountain climbing accident. That night she had an epiphany:?Life is short. Dream big, even if it means taking risks. So, after graduating from high school, she set out on her own, prepared to do just that. She made the move to the Big Apple to pursue her “dreams” in the big city while waiting tables and trying to find love. But nothing seemed to work, and there was only one thing Laura could think of to get back on her feet –– she moved back to North Carolina. A stirring memoir about a young woman’s quest to find hope and stability after devastating loss, she learns that taking risks—and failing—can lead to a bigger life than you've ever dared to imagine. She has been an advertising copywriter, newspaper columnist, staff writer for an international relief agency, travel writer, as well as a personal assistant to a NY Times best selling author.
Kathryn interviews Author Michael J. Young, MD. Dr. Michael J. Young, a practicing surgeon for 30 years examines how one experiences medical treatment from both sides of the table, including the significant obstacles patients endure, as well as the exasperation many of the truly dedicated medical professionals feel. The controlling arrogance of the insurance industry and the clout pharmaceutical companies have over us has become overwhelming. Patients have essentially no control and doctors have lost the ability to direct their own profession. Profit-driven corporations dictate how our care is now governed. Most painful is how we are treated by the medical system itself. Absent is the sense of concern and empathy we used to associate with the medical profession. He asserts medicine has become a mechanism of profit, a business whose own bureaucratic tendencies have spread like a powerful, aggressive disease. Dr. Young is presently a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Dept. of Urology at the U of Illinois, involved in the innovation and development of surgical and medical devices..Kathryn also interviews Author Laura Whitfield. When Laura Whitfield was fourteen, her extraordinary brother, Lawrence, was killed in a mountain climbing accident. That night she had an epiphany:?Life is short. Dream big, even if it means taking risks. So, after graduating from high school, she set out on her own, prepared to do just that. She made the move to the Big Apple to pursue her “dreams” in the big city while waiting tables and trying to find love. But nothing seemed to work, and there was only one thing Laura could think of to get back on her feet –– she moved back to North Carolina. A stirring memoir about a young woman’s quest to find hope and stability after devastating loss, she learns that taking risks—and failing—can lead to a bigger life than you've ever dared to imagine. She has been an advertising copywriter, newspaper columnist, staff writer for an international relief agency, travel writer, as well as a personal assistant to a NY Times best selling author.
Kathryn interviews Author Deborah Cole. Deborah Cole pulls from her own experience as a woman growing up in the South with the expectations and conformities placed upon her that never truly fit. Too constrictive and heavily influenced by an antiquated mentality that women should 'Be ladylike,’ she pulls the reader through her struggles and triumphs to adapt and find her own space in business and life. 'Fighting for her own place at the table’ she redefines a woman’s role in the South from the perspective of 35 Texas female business owners. Cole, former business owner and leader, is a speaker, writer and visual storyteller with years of experience leading teams and managing multi-million-dollar projects while shifting her focus and lens to a documentary-style photographer and writer.Kathryn also interviews Author Michael Scheeringa, MD. Toxic stress is the theory that severe psychological stress can permanently change the brain's physical structure and wiring. Yet, research does not show that psychological stress can permanently alter neurobiology. Dr. Michael Scheeringa highlights the gaping holes in the concept of complex PTSD (as opposed to regular PTSD) and discusses the dangers of adhering to an unproven theory. Scheeringa draws on his experience as both a practicing clinician and the principal investigator on five large, federally-funded research projects on the topic of PTSD in children and adolescents to support a shocking claim: that the widely accepted idea of 'toxic stress' is based on ideology rather than scientific evidence. Dr. Scheeringa, a tenured professor at Tulane U School of Medicine, has been a consultant to several national efforts including the National Academy of Sciences and the DSM-3.
Kathryn interviews Author Deborah Cole. Deborah Cole pulls from her own experience as a woman growing up in the South with the expectations and conformities placed upon her that never truly fit. Too constrictive and heavily influenced by an antiquated mentality that women should 'Be ladylike,’ she pulls the reader through her struggles and triumphs to adapt and find her own space in business and life. 'Fighting for her own place at the table’ she redefines a woman’s role in the South from the perspective of 35 Texas female business owners. Cole, former business owner and leader, is a speaker, writer and visual storyteller with years of experience leading teams and managing multi-million-dollar projects while shifting her focus and lens to a documentary-style photographer and writer.Kathryn also interviews Author Michael Scheeringa, MD. Toxic stress is the theory that severe psychological stress can permanently change the brain's physical structure and wiring. Yet, research does not show that psychological stress can permanently alter neurobiology. Dr. Michael Scheeringa highlights the gaping holes in the concept of complex PTSD (as opposed to regular PTSD) and discusses the dangers of adhering to an unproven theory. Scheeringa draws on his experience as both a practicing clinician and the principal investigator on five large, federally-funded research projects on the topic of PTSD in children and adolescents to support a shocking claim: that the widely accepted idea of 'toxic stress' is based on ideology rather than scientific evidence. Dr. Scheeringa, a tenured professor at Tulane U School of Medicine, has been a consultant to several national efforts including the National Academy of Sciences and the DSM-3.
Kathryn interviews Author Mark Borg Jr., PhD. Many of us encounter the same challenges over and over, even when our circumstances change. Perhaps we find ourselves having similar relationship problems with every partner we choose, feeling isolated no matter who we are surrounded by, or internalizing a sense of failure no matter how many successes we accumulate. If ‘crazy' is doing the same thing while expecting different results, it seems that many of us are unwittingly engaging in crazy behavior. Of course, most of us do not want to admit to our own craziness. But, what if, by confronting and understanding our unhelpful behavior, we can learn how to embrace healthy and fulfilling relationships with ourselves and others? Offering relatable case studies and revealing exercises for self-reflection, Mark Borg Jr. PhD helps us recover the lost parts of ourselves so that we can embrace new levels of self-acceptance and a deeper connection with others. Borg, a psychoanalyst practicing in NYC and a community and clinical psychologist, is a supervisor at the William Alanson White Institute. Kathryn also interviews Author Lorene Cary MA. From cherished memories of weekends she spent as a child with her indulgent Nana to the reality of the year she spent ‘ladysitting' her now frail grandmother, Lorene Cary journeys through stories of their time together and five generations of their African American family. Brilliantly weaving a narrative of her complicated yet transformative relationship with Nana?a fierce, stubborn, and independent woman, who managed a business until she was 100?Cary looks at Nana’s impulse to control people and fate, from the early death of her mother and oppression in the Jim Crow South to living on her own in her NJ home. Cary, a senior lecturer at U Penn, author of two memoirs and three novels, has written for Time and Newsweek and been featured in O, the Oprah Magazine.
Kathryn interviews Author Mark Borg Jr., PhD. Many of us encounter the same challenges over and over, even when our circumstances change. Perhaps we find ourselves having similar relationship problems with every partner we choose, feeling isolated no matter who we are surrounded by, or internalizing a sense of failure no matter how many successes we accumulate. If ‘crazy' is doing the same thing while expecting different results, it seems that many of us are unwittingly engaging in crazy behavior. Of course, most of us do not want to admit to our own craziness. But, what if, by confronting and understanding our unhelpful behavior, we can learn how to embrace healthy and fulfilling relationships with ourselves and others? Offering relatable case studies and revealing exercises for self-reflection, Mark Borg Jr. PhD helps us recover the lost parts of ourselves so that we can embrace new levels of self-acceptance and a deeper connection with others. Borg, a psychoanalyst practicing in NYC and a community and clinical psychologist, is a supervisor at the William Alanson White Institute. Kathryn also interviews Author Lorene Cary MA. From cherished memories of weekends she spent as a child with her indulgent Nana to the reality of the year she spent ‘ladysitting' her now frail grandmother, Lorene Cary journeys through stories of their time together and five generations of their African American family. Brilliantly weaving a narrative of her complicated yet transformative relationship with Nana?a fierce, stubborn, and independent woman, who managed a business until she was 100?Cary looks at Nana’s impulse to control people and fate, from the early death of her mother and oppression in the Jim Crow South to living on her own in her NJ home. Cary, a senior lecturer at U Penn, author of two memoirs and three novels, has written for Time and Newsweek and been featured in O, the Oprah Magazine.
Kathryn interviews Author Karen Hinton. Karen Hinton shares an insider's view of what it’s like to be a woman in the newsroom, the halls of Congress and the highest reaches of American political power. She writes of the toxic brew of ego, entitlement, and “bro-culture” that is especially difficult for women to navigate in politics. She reveals how certain well-known men create a public image as champions of women’s rights and equality, but behind closed doors use gender domination to assert their authority. Known for never ducking a fight, Hinton was at the peak of her career in 2018 when a catastrophic brain injury propelled her into the battle of her life. Emerging from a coma, learning to walk, talk and write again, she was determined to “speak up, not shut up” on issues involving women, men and power. She served as press secretary to Andrew Cuomo when he was federal Housing Secretary and later to NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio. She is a regular contributor to the New York Daily News.. Kathryn also interviews Frank Kilpatrick.The holiday season is here and many extended families have decided to get together for the first time in two years. Frank Kilpatrick, one of the creators of the PSA campaign Shoulda Got the Shot, is hoping that the prospect of that togetherness will prompt the unvaccinated to reconsider their stance. Because data driven PSA's weren't working to 'move the needle' Kilpatrick and his collaborators came up with a heartfelt, emotional, non-preachy, politically neutral approach.Their campaign features portrayals and testimonials from real people who have been seriously ill or lost a loved one from COVID19 and it has been a huge success. There have been more than 2,900 television airings since October, resulting in potential cumulative exposure to 20+ million viewers. Kilpatrick, a songwriter and founder of Healthcare Communications Group is an LA based entrepreneur, who often collaborates with Grammy Award winning producer Alex Wand.
Kathryn interviews Author Karen Hinton. Karen Hinton shares an insider's view of what it’s like to be a woman in the newsroom, the halls of Congress and the highest reaches of American political power. She writes of the toxic brew of ego, entitlement, and “bro-culture” that is especially difficult for women to navigate in politics. She reveals how certain well-known men create a public image as champions of women’s rights and equality, but behind closed doors use gender domination to assert their authority. Known for never ducking a fight, Hinton was at the peak of her career in 2018 when a catastrophic brain injury propelled her into the battle of her life. Emerging from a coma, learning to walk, talk and write again, she was determined to “speak up, not shut up” on issues involving women, men and power. She served as press secretary to Andrew Cuomo when he was federal Housing Secretary and later to NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio. She is a regular contributor to the New York Daily News.. Kathryn also interviews Frank Kilpatrick.The holiday season is here and many extended families have decided to get together for the first time in two years. Frank Kilpatrick, one of the creators of the PSA campaign Shoulda Got the Shot, is hoping that the prospect of that togetherness will prompt the unvaccinated to reconsider their stance. Because data driven PSA's weren't working to 'move the needle' Kilpatrick and his collaborators came up with a heartfelt, emotional, non-preachy, politically neutral approach.Their campaign features portrayals and testimonials from real people who have been seriously ill or lost a loved one from COVID19 and it has been a huge success. There have been more than 2,900 television airings since October, resulting in potential cumulative exposure to 20+ million viewers. Kilpatrick, a songwriter and founder of Healthcare Communications Group is an LA based entrepreneur, who often collaborates with Grammy Award winning producer Alex Wand.
Kathryn interviews Author Beverly Conyers MA.Almost half of the U.S. has a family member or close friend who has or is currently struggling with an addiction problem. With stress at an all time high, oftentimes we feel hopeless as to how to help our loved one. A Mother of an addict and bestselling author, Beverly Conyers, offers wisdom and insight to families who have walked this road. She draws on research, experience, and compelling personal stories from others to explain what families should know about substance abuse, interventions, relapse, and more. Conyers is one of the most respected voices in recovery whose books have been used in addiction facilities across the U.S. Through her books, she hopes to reduce the stigma of addiction to help families and friends develop effective coping strategies. Kathryn also interviews Author Devora Zack. Can people with fundamentally different ways of making sense of and engaging with the world work together? Devora Zack says the best use of our energy is to focus on our own reactions and perceptions rather than try to “fix” other people. She helps readers learn where they are on the Thinker (“Cactus”)/Feeler (“Snowflake”) spectrum. By including real-life scenarios that show how to nurture one’s nature while successfully connecting with those on the other side, Zack fearlessly and entertainingly dispels myths, squashes stereotypes, and transforms perceived liabilities into strengths. She is a Washington Post bestselling author and global keynote speaker and has been featured in Wall Street Journal, USA Today, ABC-TV, CNN, NBC, SiriusXM and Forbes, among others.
Kathryn interviews Author Beverly Conyers MA.Almost half of the U.S. has a family member or close friend who has or is currently struggling with an addiction problem. With stress at an all time high, oftentimes we feel hopeless as to how to help our loved one. A Mother of an addict and bestselling author, Beverly Conyers, offers wisdom and insight to families who have walked this road. She draws on research, experience, and compelling personal stories from others to explain what families should know about substance abuse, interventions, relapse, and more. Conyers is one of the most respected voices in recovery whose books have been used in addiction facilities across the U.S. Through her books, she hopes to reduce the stigma of addiction to help families and friends develop effective coping strategies. Kathryn also interviews Author Devora Zack. Can people with fundamentally different ways of making sense of and engaging with the world work together? Devora Zack says the best use of our energy is to focus on our own reactions and perceptions rather than try to “fix” other people. She helps readers learn where they are on the Thinker (“Cactus”)/Feeler (“Snowflake”) spectrum. By including real-life scenarios that show how to nurture one’s nature while successfully connecting with those on the other side, Zack fearlessly and entertainingly dispels myths, squashes stereotypes, and transforms perceived liabilities into strengths. She is a Washington Post bestselling author and global keynote speaker and has been featured in Wall Street Journal, USA Today, ABC-TV, CNN, NBC, SiriusXM and Forbes, among others.
Kathryn interviews Author David Weill, MD. A young father with a rare form of lung cancer has been turned down for a transplant by several hospitals - a kid who was considered not 'smart enough' to be worthy of a transplant - a young mother dying on the waiting list in front of her two small children - the nights waiting for donor lungs to become available, understanding that someone needed to die so that another patient could live - These are some of the stories in Exhale, a memoir about Dr. David Weill’s ten years spent directing the lung transplant program at Stanford. Through these stories, he shows not only the miracle of transplantation, but also how it is a very human endeavor performed by people with strengths and weaknesses, powerful attributes, and profound flaws. It is also the story of a transplant doctor’s slow recognition that he needed to step away from the front lines. Dr Weill’s writings have appeared in the Wall Street Journal, Salon, Newsweek, the Chicago Tribune and the Washington Post. He’s been interviewed on CNN and by the NY Times.. Kathryn also interviews Author Juliet Funt. The global workforce has a busyness problem. We’re overworked, overwhelmed and operating at breakneck speeds. Every space on our calendars is filled to the brim, with no minute to spare and no moment left un-maximized. Urgency is the norm and immediacy is the gold standard. It’s no wonder that, as we emerge from the disruption of the pandemic and head back to the office, weary professionals are experiencing burnout like never before and 40 percent of workers globally are considering quitting their jobs. Renowned keynote speaker and executive advisor, Juliet Funt, presents a fundamental reimagining of how we approach work that meets the unique demands of the current moment. She reveals the performance-enhancing power of the strategic pause -- periods of open, unscheduled time that allow us to think more wisely and creatively. She has been featured in Forbes and Fast Company and has worked with brands such as Spotify, National Geographic, Pepsi, Nike, Wells Fargo, ESPN and more.
Kathryn interviews Author David Weill, MD. A young father with a rare form of lung cancer has been turned down for a transplant by several hospitals - a kid who was considered not 'smart enough' to be worthy of a transplant - a young mother dying on the waiting list in front of her two small children - the nights waiting for donor lungs to become available, understanding that someone needed to die so that another patient could live - These are some of the stories in Exhale, a memoir about Dr. David Weill’s ten years spent directing the lung transplant program at Stanford. Through these stories, he shows not only the miracle of transplantation, but also how it is a very human endeavor performed by people with strengths and weaknesses, powerful attributes, and profound flaws. It is also the story of a transplant doctor’s slow recognition that he needed to step away from the front lines. Dr Weill’s writings have appeared in the Wall Street Journal, Salon, Newsweek, the Chicago Tribune and the Washington Post. He’s been interviewed on CNN and by the NY Times.. Kathryn also interviews Author Juliet Funt. The global workforce has a busyness problem. We’re overworked, overwhelmed and operating at breakneck speeds. Every space on our calendars is filled to the brim, with no minute to spare and no moment left un-maximized. Urgency is the norm and immediacy is the gold standard. It’s no wonder that, as we emerge from the disruption of the pandemic and head back to the office, weary professionals are experiencing burnout like never before and 40 percent of workers globally are considering quitting their jobs. Renowned keynote speaker and executive advisor, Juliet Funt, presents a fundamental reimagining of how we approach work that meets the unique demands of the current moment. She reveals the performance-enhancing power of the strategic pause -- periods of open, unscheduled time that allow us to think more wisely and creatively. She has been featured in Forbes and Fast Company and has worked with brands such as Spotify, National Geographic, Pepsi, Nike, Wells Fargo, ESPN and more.
Kathryn interviews Author Richard Lane MD, PhD. Dr. Richard Lane presents new research that turns general psychotherapy on its head with the key discovery that memory can be updated and transferred to maximize therapeutic benefits - by bringing up past emotional experiences that may have been problematic for a client and having new experiences that update and transform the old memories. Neuroscience of Enduring Change is founded on the premise that all major psychotherapy modalities producing enduring change do so by virtue of corrective emotional experiences that alter problematic memories through the process of reconsolidation. Richard D. Lane, M.D., PhD, is Professor of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of Arizona. He is a member of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology, a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and was elected Honorary Fellow of the American College of Psychoanalysts. Kathryn also interviews Dr. Daniel LaRoche. As the Director of Glaucoma Services and President of Advanced Eyecare of New York, Dr. Daniel LaRoche has joined the battle against vaccine hesitancy by educating his patients and others about vaccine misconceptions and emphasizing the importance of getting a COVID-19 vaccine. Studies show that Black, Hispanic and Native American people are about four times more likely to be hospitalized and nearly three times more likely to die of COVID-19 than white people. African Americans have nearly the lowest rates of vaccination among any ethnic group. According to recent studies, about 35 percent of Black Americans said they don’t plan to get the vaccine, citing fears about safety and concerns that the vaccinations are ineffective. LaRoche notes that many are getting misinformation and have based their decisions on not getting the vaccinations on untruths or unfounded fears and the medical community is seeing the heartbreaking result. In addition to getting vaccinated, Dr. LaRoche stresses the importance of keeping up with regular health care visits, including vision checks, to prevent blindness caused by glaucoma.
Kathryn interviews Author Richard Lane MD, PhD. Dr. Richard Lane presents new research that turns general psychotherapy on its head with the key discovery that memory can be updated and transferred to maximize therapeutic benefits - by bringing up past emotional experiences that may have been problematic for a client and having new experiences that update and transform the old memories. Neuroscience of Enduring Change is founded on the premise that all major psychotherapy modalities producing enduring change do so by virtue of corrective emotional experiences that alter problematic memories through the process of reconsolidation. Richard D. Lane, M.D., PhD, is Professor of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of Arizona. He is a member of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology, a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and was elected Honorary Fellow of the American College of Psychoanalysts. Kathryn also interviews Dr. Daniel LaRoche. As the Director of Glaucoma Services and President of Advanced Eyecare of New York, Dr. Daniel LaRoche has joined the battle against vaccine hesitancy by educating his patients and others about vaccine misconceptions and emphasizing the importance of getting a COVID-19 vaccine. Studies show that Black, Hispanic and Native American people are about four times more likely to be hospitalized and nearly three times more likely to die of COVID-19 than white people. African Americans have nearly the lowest rates of vaccination among any ethnic group. According to recent studies, about 35 percent of Black Americans said they don’t plan to get the vaccine, citing fears about safety and concerns that the vaccinations are ineffective. LaRoche notes that many are getting misinformation and have based their decisions on not getting the vaccinations on untruths or unfounded fears and the medical community is seeing the heartbreaking result. In addition to getting vaccinated, Dr. LaRoche stresses the importance of keeping up with regular health care visits, including vision checks, to prevent blindness caused by glaucoma.
Kathryn interviews Author, Speaker Allana Pratt.Cuffing season can be defined as a time of the year, usually the colder months, when singles look for a short term romantic partner to nestle in with for the winter. While we are still socially distant, we need not be disconnected, as the past couple years of isolation has made it more essential than ever for singles to create thriving relationships they can count on. They are looking for safety in a setting where meaningful connections can blossom. Intimacy Expert Allana Pratt shares unique strategies to navigate cuffing season in a whole new empowering way! She hosts the podcast “Intimate Conversations” and has been featured on GoodMenProject, Huffington Post, People Magazine, Forbes, CBS, ABC and FOX. Kathryn also interviews Author Robert A. Jensen. You have seen Robert A. Jensen?you just never knew it. As owner of the world’s largest disaster management company, Kenyon International Emergency Services, he has spent most of his adult life responding to tragedy. From the Oklahoma City bombing, 9/11, and the Bali bombings, to the 2004 South Asian Tsunami and Hurricane Katrina, Jensen has been at the practical level of international incidents, assisting with the recovery of bodies, identifying victims, and repatriating and returning their personal effects to the surviving family members. He is also crucially involved in the emotional recovery that comes after a disaster. He shares a rare glimpse into the difficult work he does behind the yellow tape and the lessons learned. Jensen also tells his own story?how the personal toll repeated exposure to mass death brings - becoming what GQ called 'the best at the worst job in the world.
Kathryn interviews Author, Speaker Allana Pratt.Cuffing season can be defined as a time of the year, usually the colder months, when singles look for a short term romantic partner to nestle in with for the winter. While we are still socially distant, we need not be disconnected, as the past couple years of isolation has made it more essential than ever for singles to create thriving relationships they can count on. They are looking for safety in a setting where meaningful connections can blossom. Intimacy Expert Allana Pratt shares unique strategies to navigate cuffing season in a whole new empowering way! She hosts the podcast “Intimate Conversations” and has been featured on GoodMenProject, Huffington Post, People Magazine, Forbes, CBS, ABC and FOX. Kathryn also interviews Author Robert A. Jensen. You have seen Robert A. Jensen?you just never knew it. As owner of the world’s largest disaster management company, Kenyon International Emergency Services, he has spent most of his adult life responding to tragedy. From the Oklahoma City bombing, 9/11, and the Bali bombings, to the 2004 South Asian Tsunami and Hurricane Katrina, Jensen has been at the practical level of international incidents, assisting with the recovery of bodies, identifying victims, and repatriating and returning their personal effects to the surviving family members. He is also crucially involved in the emotional recovery that comes after a disaster. He shares a rare glimpse into the difficult work he does behind the yellow tape and the lessons learned. Jensen also tells his own story?how the personal toll repeated exposure to mass death brings - becoming what GQ called 'the best at the worst job in the world.
Kathryn interviews Author Dr. Jack Wiley. America is experiencing The Big Quit. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics four million workers left their jobs in April 2021, and one out of every four workers plan to look for a new job post pandemic. A major contributing factor is an epidemic of poor management. Dr. Jack Wiley’s comprehensive guide for improving day-to-day people management skills provides a clear, concise and easy-to-follow framework for improving effectiveness and the psychological well-being of employees. It includes the 5 key behaviors employees value most and the challenges of managing a hybrid/remote workplace. Dr. Wiley was awarded the prestigious Professional Practice award by the Society of Industrial-Organizational Psychology, a lifetime achievement award for outstanding contributions to the practice of industrial-organizational psychology. Kathryn also interviews Author James Greenblatt MD. Anorexia nervosa is a serious and potentially life-threatening disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight, dangerous weight loss, and distorted body image. The one thread linking every single eating disorder is nutrition. Or, more accurately, malnutrition. Anorexia is a biological illness fundamentally sustained by starvation and malnutrition, whether self-imposed or the product of genetic, psychosocial, or environmental circumstances. Psychiatrist, James Greenblatt MD, consolidates research on the role of nutrition and nutritional deficiencies in anorexia that, at present, are poorly integrated into clinical practice. He is the founder of Psychiatry Redefined, and is Chief Medical Officer at Walden Behavioral Care in Walden MA.
Kathryn interviews Author Dr. Jack Wiley. America is experiencing The Big Quit. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics four million workers left their jobs in April 2021, and one out of every four workers plan to look for a new job post pandemic. A major contributing factor is an epidemic of poor management. Dr. Jack Wiley’s comprehensive guide for improving day-to-day people management skills provides a clear, concise and easy-to-follow framework for improving effectiveness and the psychological well-being of employees. It includes the 5 key behaviors employees value most and the challenges of managing a hybrid/remote workplace. Dr. Wiley was awarded the prestigious Professional Practice award by the Society of Industrial-Organizational Psychology, a lifetime achievement award for outstanding contributions to the practice of industrial-organizational psychology. Kathryn also interviews Author James Greenblatt MD. Anorexia nervosa is a serious and potentially life-threatening disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight, dangerous weight loss, and distorted body image. The one thread linking every single eating disorder is nutrition. Or, more accurately, malnutrition. Anorexia is a biological illness fundamentally sustained by starvation and malnutrition, whether self-imposed or the product of genetic, psychosocial, or environmental circumstances. Psychiatrist, James Greenblatt MD, consolidates research on the role of nutrition and nutritional deficiencies in anorexia that, at present, are poorly integrated into clinical practice. He is the founder of Psychiatry Redefined, and is Chief Medical Officer at Walden Behavioral Care in Walden MA.
Kathryn interviews Author, Professor Brian Buma PhD.Climate change, shrinking wildlife habitats, rising sea levels, and vanishing species. These are big, important ideas that deserve a proper exploration. National Geographic Explorer Brian Buma PhD lucidly pairs the science of climate change with maps, infographics, and charts that make the complex information not only comprehensible, but compelling. This approach illustrates multifaceted ecological change with scientific clarity and aesthetic appeal in equal measure. Nature itself charts the course, with chapters devoted to atmosphere, water, land, wildlife, and urban ecology. Buma tells a larger story about what drives environmental change, outlining the historical developments behind each topic and detailing their current state and possible future. Take this incredible journey and be inspired to act as an environmental steward in your everyday life. Buma is an Assistant Professor of Integrative Biology, University of Colorado Denver.Kathryn also interviews Author Norman E. Rosenthal MD. Many people find poetry delightful, interesting and thought-provoking. According to Author Norman E. Rosenthal MD, poetry can also have the power to soothe, inspire, comfort and yes, even heal. In addition, poetry can act as a lens through which we can gaze into the parallel processes of the mind and brain and experience treasures that might otherwise be entirely hidden. He shares 50 inspiring poems designed to heal as well as bring joy into your life. Dr. Rosenthal is the world-renowned psychiatrist, researcher and NY Times best-selling author, who first described seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and pioneered the use of light therapy as a treatment during his twenty years at the National Institute of Mental Health. His work has been featured on Good Morning America, The Today Show, NPR and other national media.
Kathryn interviews Author, Professor Brian Buma PhD.Climate change, shrinking wildlife habitats, rising sea levels, and vanishing species. These are big, important ideas that deserve a proper exploration. National Geographic Explorer Brian Buma PhD lucidly pairs the science of climate change with maps, infographics, and charts that make the complex information not only comprehensible, but compelling. This approach illustrates multifaceted ecological change with scientific clarity and aesthetic appeal in equal measure. Nature itself charts the course, with chapters devoted to atmosphere, water, land, wildlife, and urban ecology. Buma tells a larger story about what drives environmental change, outlining the historical developments behind each topic and detailing their current state and possible future. Take this incredible journey and be inspired to act as an environmental steward in your everyday life. Buma is an Assistant Professor of Integrative Biology, University of Colorado Denver.Kathryn also interviews Author Norman E. Rosenthal MD. Many people find poetry delightful, interesting and thought-provoking. According to Author Norman E. Rosenthal MD, poetry can also have the power to soothe, inspire, comfort and yes, even heal. In addition, poetry can act as a lens through which we can gaze into the parallel processes of the mind and brain and experience treasures that might otherwise be entirely hidden. He shares 50 inspiring poems designed to heal as well as bring joy into your life. Dr. Rosenthal is the world-renowned psychiatrist, researcher and NY Times best-selling author, who first described seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and pioneered the use of light therapy as a treatment during his twenty years at the National Institute of Mental Health. His work has been featured on Good Morning America, The Today Show, NPR and other national media.
Kathryn interviews Author Deanne Burch.At the age of 23, new bride Deanne Burch accompanied her husband, Ernest “Tiger” Burch, to the Inuit village of Kivalina, Alaska, a barrier island 83 miles above the Arctic Circle. Tiger was conducting a study of the natives, but Deanne, a naïve city girl, was completely unprepared for what she was about to experience. Tiger would say that what happened to them was bad luck. Deanne calls it destiny. Their life-threatening and harrowing experiences in Alaska transformed Deanne into a woman of strength who learned how to embrace challenge. Over 50 years later, she remembers that young girl who left on an unknown journey that will live in her heart forever. She has B.A degrees in liberal arts and social work and has spent 30 years as a professional international photographer teaching and lecturing in the U.S. and Canada.Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. David Wilcox. After 28 years in the health care business, Dr. David Wilcox has seen enough to realize that it truly is a “business,” as opposed to the kind-hearted healing service that most of us might imagine it to be. His new book reveals some unsettling facts. There is little or no transparency about hospital procedures so that the average health care consumer doesn't know how to access the healthcare system when they need it. He believes in proactive patient education and shares information, facts and tips that can help patients and family members navigate through the morass. Dr. Wilcox has nearly three decades of healthcare experience as a ICU nurse, transplant nurse, hospital administrator and in health care information technology.
Kathryn interviews Author Deanne Burch.At the age of 23, new bride Deanne Burch accompanied her husband, Ernest “Tiger” Burch, to the Inuit village of Kivalina, Alaska, a barrier island 83 miles above the Arctic Circle. Tiger was conducting a study of the natives, but Deanne, a naïve city girl, was completely unprepared for what she was about to experience. Tiger would say that what happened to them was bad luck. Deanne calls it destiny. Their life-threatening and harrowing experiences in Alaska transformed Deanne into a woman of strength who learned how to embrace challenge. Over 50 years later, she remembers that young girl who left on an unknown journey that will live in her heart forever. She has B.A degrees in liberal arts and social work and has spent 30 years as a professional international photographer teaching and lecturing in the U.S. and Canada.Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. David Wilcox. After 28 years in the health care business, Dr. David Wilcox has seen enough to realize that it truly is a “business,” as opposed to the kind-hearted healing service that most of us might imagine it to be. His new book reveals some unsettling facts. There is little or no transparency about hospital procedures so that the average health care consumer doesn't know how to access the healthcare system when they need it. He believes in proactive patient education and shares information, facts and tips that can help patients and family members navigate through the morass. Dr. Wilcox has nearly three decades of healthcare experience as a ICU nurse, transplant nurse, hospital administrator and in health care information technology.
Kathryn interviews Author Frank Schaeffer. Over 12 years ago, NY Times bestselling author, Frank Schaeffer, paused his career to become a stay-at-home grandparent. When he made this decision he was at the height of his career with a string of popular bestselling books, so many people questioned his choice. He wasn't always as present as he would have liked during his own children's upbringing because he traveled a lot. He decided to change this with his three youngest grandchildren. He examines how the pandemic has made society, especially dads, rethink our family, including taking on more of a caretaker role. Shaeffer shares a passionate political, social, and lifestyle blueprint for changes that millions of us know are needed to rebalance our work lives with thriving relationships. He’s appeared on Oprah, NPR, the Today Show, BBC News and is a frequent guest on the Rachel Maddow Show.. Kathryn also interviews Author Mike Murphy. Great love stories inspire us to seek passion in our own lives, to get in touch with our deepest core emotions, and make the world a little bit better place. Author and philanthropist Mike Murphy was only six months into his unexpected love affair with his second wife, Margot, when he discovered a lump in her breast. For the next nine years she fought her cancer, armed with a fierce love for life. This is a love story like no other – and one in which the love keeps coming long after his wife’s passing, through a special foundation set up to provide low-income women with advanced cancer with the resources they need for their healing and recovery. Murphy is the founder of the Love from Margot Foundation and a Wall Street Journal bestselling author.
Kathryn interviews Author Frank Schaeffer. Over 12 years ago, NY Times bestselling author, Frank Schaeffer, paused his career to become a stay-at-home grandparent. When he made this decision he was at the height of his career with a string of popular bestselling books, so many people questioned his choice. He wasn't always as present as he would have liked during his own children's upbringing because he traveled a lot. He decided to change this with his three youngest grandchildren. He examines how the pandemic has made society, especially dads, rethink our family, including taking on more of a caretaker role. Shaeffer shares a passionate political, social, and lifestyle blueprint for changes that millions of us know are needed to rebalance our work lives with thriving relationships. He’s appeared on Oprah, NPR, the Today Show, BBC News and is a frequent guest on the Rachel Maddow Show.. Kathryn also interviews Author Mike Murphy. Great love stories inspire us to seek passion in our own lives, to get in touch with our deepest core emotions, and make the world a little bit better place. Author and philanthropist Mike Murphy was only six months into his unexpected love affair with his second wife, Margot, when he discovered a lump in her breast. For the next nine years she fought her cancer, armed with a fierce love for life. This is a love story like no other – and one in which the love keeps coming long after his wife’s passing, through a special foundation set up to provide low-income women with advanced cancer with the resources they need for their healing and recovery. Murphy is the founder of the Love from Margot Foundation and a Wall Street Journal bestselling author.
Kathryn interviews Author Gloria Feldt.In the wake of two pandemics that shook our world to its core and revealed deep fault lines in our culture, NY Times best selling Author Gloria Feldt shows how we can seize the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity created by massive disruption to build back stronger, with women at the center of the recovery. Through the lens of women’s stories, we learn a fresh set of leadership tools, skills, and concepts that help women reach their own highest intentions, purposefully creating new norms while guiding institutions to break through the remaining barriers to gender and racial parity—for everyone’s good. She urges all who identify as women – of all diversities and intersectionalities – to embrace their personal and collective power to lead with intention, confidence, and joy. She is a former CEO and president of Planned Parenthood Federation of America and has been featured in The Washington Post, Forbes, Time, NBC, Fast Company and Vanity Fair. Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. Michele Kambolis.The Gabby Petito story is heightening anxiety for women. From mothers who are thinking of their own daughters, to women who are playing the dating field. It’s one more example of how stress is a feminist issue, according to Dr. Michele Kambolis, a mind-body health specialist and registered therapist. This step-by-step guide includes 25 QR codes to access guided meditations and exercises well-proven to calm your nervous system, steady your mind, and heal your heart. It’s like a therapist in your pocket. These evidence-based practices are an all-encompassing guide deeply rooted in neuroscience, psychology, and integrative medicine. Kambolis has been featured on Goop, Good Morning America, Huff Post Live, Sirius Satellite Radio and Raw Beauty Talks podcasts.
Kathryn interviews Author Gloria Feldt.In the wake of two pandemics that shook our world to its core and revealed deep fault lines in our culture, NY Times best selling Author Gloria Feldt shows how we can seize the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity created by massive disruption to build back stronger, with women at the center of the recovery. Through the lens of women’s stories, we learn a fresh set of leadership tools, skills, and concepts that help women reach their own highest intentions, purposefully creating new norms while guiding institutions to break through the remaining barriers to gender and racial parity—for everyone’s good. She urges all who identify as women – of all diversities and intersectionalities – to embrace their personal and collective power to lead with intention, confidence, and joy. She is a former CEO and president of Planned Parenthood Federation of America and has been featured in The Washington Post, Forbes, Time, NBC, Fast Company and Vanity Fair. Kathryn also interviews Author Dr. Michele Kambolis.The Gabby Petito story is heightening anxiety for women. From mothers who are thinking of their own daughters, to women who are playing the dating field. It’s one more example of how stress is a feminist issue, according to Dr. Michele Kambolis, a mind-body health specialist and registered therapist. This step-by-step guide includes 25 QR codes to access guided meditations and exercises well-proven to calm your nervous system, steady your mind, and heal your heart. It’s like a therapist in your pocket. These evidence-based practices are an all-encompassing guide deeply rooted in neuroscience, psychology, and integrative medicine. Kambolis has been featured on Goop, Good Morning America, Huff Post Live, Sirius Satellite Radio and Raw Beauty Talks podcasts.
Kathryn interviews Author Mark Cushing, Esq. The pet population in the U.S. has almost doubled since 1998. Nearly 70% of the country now owns a pet who sleeps in a better bed than we do. Wall Street is pumping beaucoup bucks into pet businesses. Entire stores are devoted to pet gourmet organic delicacies, and mobile pet salons, pet spas, pet psychics and pet masseuses are all on the rise. Mark Cushing, founder and CEO of Animal Policy Group, explains how and why pets exploded in popularity over the last 20 years and the economic, media, legal, political and social dramas springing from this cultural transformation. He’s been featured on CNBC, The Washington Post, New York Magazine, Sirius XM Radio and more..Kathryn also interviews Author Rachel Michelberg. Rachel Michelberg got the call that her husband David’s plane had crashed while she was watching an evening TV show with her 7 year old daughter. Though he and the pilot survived, David suffered a traumatic brain injury that left him irrational, seizure-prone and unable to manage his bodily functions.Before the crash, Rachel and David’s marriage had been in trouble, but she wanted to do the honorable thing and take care of him. Realizing she couldn’t dedicate her life to caring for a man whom she no longer loved, Michelberg shares her personal journey battling the moral conflicts and societal expectations involved in caregiving for a disabled or cognitively impaired family member. She is the winner of the 2021 Next Generation Indie Book Award in Memoir, Personal Struggle/Health Issues.
Kathryn interviews Author Mark Cushing, Esq. The pet population in the U.S. has almost doubled since 1998. Nearly 70% of the country now owns a pet who sleeps in a better bed than we do. Wall Street is pumping beaucoup bucks into pet businesses. Entire stores are devoted to pet gourmet organic delicacies, and mobile pet salons, pet spas, pet psychics and pet masseuses are all on the rise. Mark Cushing, founder and CEO of Animal Policy Group, explains how and why pets exploded in popularity over the last 20 years and the economic, media, legal, political and social dramas springing from this cultural transformation. He’s been featured on CNBC, The Washington Post, New York Magazine, Sirius XM Radio and more..Kathryn also interviews Author Rachel Michelberg. Rachel Michelberg got the call that her husband David’s plane had crashed while she was watching an evening TV show with her 7 year old daughter. Though he and the pilot survived, David suffered a traumatic brain injury that left him irrational, seizure-prone and unable to manage his bodily functions.Before the crash, Rachel and David’s marriage had been in trouble, but she wanted to do the honorable thing and take care of him. Realizing she couldn’t dedicate her life to caring for a man whom she no longer loved, Michelberg shares her personal journey battling the moral conflicts and societal expectations involved in caregiving for a disabled or cognitively impaired family member. She is the winner of the 2021 Next Generation Indie Book Award in Memoir, Personal Struggle/Health Issues.
Kathryn interviews Author, Professor, Attorney Deborah Tuerkheimer JD. We are all shaped by what Deborah Tuerkheimer, calls the credibility complex—forces that make us prone to credibility discounting of accusers, especially society’s most vulnerable and marginalized women and credibility boosting of the accused, most noticeably men of status and privilege. People who routinely mete out these discounts and boosts include police officers, prosecutors, school officials, workplace personnel, friends, roommates, parents and the law itself. Tuerkheimer explores restorative justice’s pros and cons and what it means to be vindicated within and outside the criminal justice system. She offers solutions for dismantling the credibility complex, showing how we can remake law and culture so that trust blame and care are no longer meted out along axes of power. Tuerkheimer, AB Harvard and JD Yale, is a professor at the Northwestern Pritzker School of Law and has served for five years as an Assistant District Attorney in the New York County District Attorney’s Office, specializing in domestic violence and child abuse prosecution.Kathryn also interviews Author Erica Komisar LCSW. Adolescence is a notoriously complicated time for kids as well as their parents. In addition, the epidemic of mental health disorders in young people today has made today’s parenting even more challenging. However, parents of adolescents can still have a profound impact on the health and well-being of their children. Parenting expert Erica Komisar examines the struggles many parents face as their children enter adolescence, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues and addiction. Offering compassionate and practical advice, she helps readers learn how to prevent, recognize and address these mental health disorders in their children. Komisar, a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst and parent guidance expert, has been in private practice in NYC for over 30 years and is a frequent contributor to The Wall Street Journal, The NY Daily News,The Huffington Post and The Washington Post.
Kathryn interviews Author, Professor, Attorney Deborah Tuerkheimer JD. We are all shaped by what Deborah Tuerkheimer, calls the credibility complex—forces that make us prone to credibility discounting of accusers, especially society’s most vulnerable and marginalized women and credibility boosting of the accused, most noticeably men of status and privilege. People who routinely mete out these discounts and boosts include police officers, prosecutors, school officials, workplace personnel, friends, roommates, parents and the law itself. Tuerkheimer explores restorative justice’s pros and cons and what it means to be vindicated within and outside the criminal justice system. She offers solutions for dismantling the credibility complex, showing how we can remake law and culture so that trust blame and care are no longer meted out along axes of power. Tuerkheimer, AB Harvard and JD Yale, is a professor at the Northwestern Pritzker School of Law and has served for five years as an Assistant District Attorney in the New York County District Attorney’s Office, specializing in domestic violence and child abuse prosecution.Kathryn also interviews Author Erica Komisar LCSW. Adolescence is a notoriously complicated time for kids as well as their parents. In addition, the epidemic of mental health disorders in young people today has made today’s parenting even more challenging. However, parents of adolescents can still have a profound impact on the health and well-being of their children. Parenting expert Erica Komisar examines the struggles many parents face as their children enter adolescence, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues and addiction. Offering compassionate and practical advice, she helps readers learn how to prevent, recognize and address these mental health disorders in their children. Komisar, a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst and parent guidance expert, has been in private practice in NYC for over 30 years and is a frequent contributor to The Wall Street Journal, The NY Daily News,The Huffington Post and The Washington Post.
Kathryn interviews Author Jayson Gaddis MA. Conflicts in our closest relationships are scary because so much is at stake. If the conflict doesn't go well, we could lose our marriage, our family, or our job, all of which are connected to our security and survival, so we do just about anything not to lose those relationships, including avoiding conflict, betraying ourselves, or becoming dishonest. The problem is, unresolved conflict affects every single aspect of our lives. Through funny personal stories, uncomfortable examples, and effective tools and skills, Jayson Gaddis reveals the origins of conflict styles, shares how to work through difficult conversations instead of running away from them, and explains why the fastest way to indestructible relationships is to become good at working through conflict, together. His method upgrades the old, tired, and static conflict resolution approaches and offers a street-level, user-friendly road map on exactly how to work through conflict with the people you care about most. He is a sought-after relationship coach, as well as the host of the successful Relationship School podcast.Kathryn also interviews Author Faith Elicia. Society’s glorification of restrictive eating behaviors has led to sobering statistics: 9 percent of the U.S. population will have an eating disorder in their lifetime, and the affliction spans gender, race, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic groups. Eating disorders are among the deadliest of mental illnesses — second only to opioid overdose. Those caught in the downward spiral of continually obsessing about food, weight, and body image need support to free themselves from this dangerous illness. Those not suffering from an eating disorder believe that saying “No!” to self-destructive behaviors should be a no-brainer. But for those seeking recovery, it’s a daily struggle. There’s no single strategy or silver bullet. Instead, it’s a journey of fits and starts. In this workbook we follow Author Faith Elicia’s recovery journey in an interactive format that emphasizes a “we” approach and provides strategies, prompts, and tools for healing and positive change.
Kathryn interviews Author Jayson Gaddis MA. Conflicts in our closest relationships are scary because so much is at stake. If the conflict doesn't go well, we could lose our marriage, our family, or our job, all of which are connected to our security and survival, so we do just about anything not to lose those relationships, including avoiding conflict, betraying ourselves, or becoming dishonest. The problem is, unresolved conflict affects every single aspect of our lives. Through funny personal stories, uncomfortable examples, and effective tools and skills, Jayson Gaddis reveals the origins of conflict styles, shares how to work through difficult conversations instead of running away from them, and explains why the fastest way to indestructible relationships is to become good at working through conflict, together. His method upgrades the old, tired, and static conflict resolution approaches and offers a street-level, user-friendly road map on exactly how to work through conflict with the people you care about most. He is a sought-after relationship coach, as well as the host of the successful Relationship School podcast.Kathryn also interviews Author Faith Elicia. Society’s glorification of restrictive eating behaviors has led to sobering statistics: 9 percent of the U.S. population will have an eating disorder in their lifetime, and the affliction spans gender, race, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic groups. Eating disorders are among the deadliest of mental illnesses — second only to opioid overdose. Those caught in the downward spiral of continually obsessing about food, weight, and body image need support to free themselves from this dangerous illness. Those not suffering from an eating disorder believe that saying “No!” to self-destructive behaviors should be a no-brainer. But for those seeking recovery, it’s a daily struggle. There’s no single strategy or silver bullet. Instead, it’s a journey of fits and starts. In this workbook we follow Author Faith Elicia’s recovery journey in an interactive format that emphasizes a “we” approach and provides strategies, prompts, and tools for healing and positive change.
Kathryn interviews Author Scott Miller. Some of the most successful people have had mentors, yet many may not feel they have a mentor in their life. But what exactly defines a mentor? Could it be a “Mentor Moment” between an intern and colleague at the office? Or maybe it’s a conversation in the grocery store with a successful small business owner…or perhaps it is that person that you go to regularly where you have the real and honest conversations about your personal and/or professional life. Scott Miller distills essential learnings from some of the brightest minds like Seth Godin, Susan Cain, General Stanley McChrystal, Trent Shelton, and other top business minds and thought leaders of our time. Miller is currently FranklinCovey’s senior advisor on thought leadership. He also hosts the FranklinCovey sponsored On Leadership with Scott Miller, the world’s largest and fastest-growing weekly leadership podcast..Kathryn also interviews Author Valerie Patrick PhD. Why do some team members not get along? What is the best way to get new teams and ad-hoc teams to maximize their performance in the least amount of time? How can meetings be designed to achieve useful outcomes? Teams are the source of problem-solving and innovation that today’s organizations need to survive and thrive in an increasingly complex and challenging marketplace. However, Teamwork is hard because there is no magic formula or step-by-step procedure to ensure results. Valerie Patrick PhD applies a troubleshooting mindset that includes proven tactics, guidelines, techniques and examples of effective ways to operate teams that produce transformative outcomes. Dr. Patrick is a PhD chemical engineer with 25 years of corporate experience leading technical and strategic initiatives.
Kathryn interviews Author Scott Miller. Some of the most successful people have had mentors, yet many may not feel they have a mentor in their life. But what exactly defines a mentor? Could it be a “Mentor Moment” between an intern and colleague at the office? Or maybe it’s a conversation in the grocery store with a successful small business owner…or perhaps it is that person that you go to regularly where you have the real and honest conversations about your personal and/or professional life. Scott Miller distills essential learnings from some of the brightest minds like Seth Godin, Susan Cain, General Stanley McChrystal, Trent Shelton, and other top business minds and thought leaders of our time. Miller is currently FranklinCovey’s senior advisor on thought leadership. He also hosts the FranklinCovey sponsored On Leadership with Scott Miller, the world’s largest and fastest-growing weekly leadership podcast..Kathryn also interviews Author Valerie Patrick PhD. Why do some team members not get along? What is the best way to get new teams and ad-hoc teams to maximize their performance in the least amount of time? How can meetings be designed to achieve useful outcomes? Teams are the source of problem-solving and innovation that today’s organizations need to survive and thrive in an increasingly complex and challenging marketplace. However, Teamwork is hard because there is no magic formula or step-by-step procedure to ensure results. Valerie Patrick PhD applies a troubleshooting mindset that includes proven tactics, guidelines, techniques and examples of effective ways to operate teams that produce transformative outcomes. Dr. Patrick is a PhD chemical engineer with 25 years of corporate experience leading technical and strategic initiatives.
Kathryn interviews Author, Journalist, Producer Miguel Sancho.There are approximately one in 2,000 children around the globe suffering from 400 types of Primary Immunodeficiency (PI), many of whom vaccinations aren’t available due to age or compromised immune systems. For the parents of a child with PI, normal days can be filled with anxiety and fear, but amid a global pandemic, the quest for answers on how to keep your child safe is daunting. Miguel Sancho shares his family’s incredible story as they search for a cure for their son’s deadly immune deficiency and provide support for parents working through the same challenges with their children. With a constant risk of deadly infection, Miguel and his family spent six years in some degree of self-quarantine, with all its attendant anxieties and stressors, as they struggled to keep their son alive, their marriage intact, and themselves sane. He is an Emmy-winning journalist and television producer whose work can be seen on 20/20 and throughout the A+E networks including The History Channel..Kathryn also interviews Author, Philanthropist Florence Ann Romano. Census figures show there are over 11 million single-parent families in the United States, the majority of which are headed by single moms. However, those statistics don’t show how many of those women chose to start a family on their own. While the U.S. teen birth rate is falling, the birth rate for women aged 35 and older is rising and more adult women are becoming single moms by choice through the process of in vitro fertilization rather than waiting for the right partner to start their families. Childcare and Village Advocate Florence Ann Romano, who has begun her own IVF journey to motherhood, shares with us her mindset, insights, experiences, and hopes. She has been featured on over 400 national and local media outlets across the country, including ABC,CBS, NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more.
Kathryn interviews Author, Journalist, Producer Miguel Sancho.There are approximately one in 2,000 children around the globe suffering from 400 types of Primary Immunodeficiency (PI), many of whom vaccinations aren’t available due to age or compromised immune systems. For the parents of a child with PI, normal days can be filled with anxiety and fear, but amid a global pandemic, the quest for answers on how to keep your child safe is daunting. Miguel Sancho shares his family’s incredible story as they search for a cure for their son’s deadly immune deficiency and provide support for parents working through the same challenges with their children. With a constant risk of deadly infection, Miguel and his family spent six years in some degree of self-quarantine, with all its attendant anxieties and stressors, as they struggled to keep their son alive, their marriage intact, and themselves sane. He is an Emmy-winning journalist and television producer whose work can be seen on 20/20 and throughout the A+E networks including The History Channel..Kathryn also interviews Author, Philanthropist Florence Ann Romano. Census figures show there are over 11 million single-parent families in the United States, the majority of which are headed by single moms. However, those statistics don’t show how many of those women chose to start a family on their own. While the U.S. teen birth rate is falling, the birth rate for women aged 35 and older is rising and more adult women are becoming single moms by choice through the process of in vitro fertilization rather than waiting for the right partner to start their families. Childcare and Village Advocate Florence Ann Romano, who has begun her own IVF journey to motherhood, shares with us her mindset, insights, experiences, and hopes. She has been featured on over 400 national and local media outlets across the country, including ABC,CBS, NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more.
Kathryn interviews Author and Professor Wendy Suzuki PhD. From a global pandemic, to political unrest, to climate change, the past year has been nothing if not stressful. For most of us, it would be difficult to describe stress and anxiety as a good feeling. But what if it could be? World-renowned neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki has found a way to unlock the potential of anxiety to be a benefit instead of a drawback and reveals that anxiety is not only essential for our survival but also a key component of our ability to live optimally. She helps us understand how simple but powerful shifts in mindset and practical strategies can help us transform our social anxiety, fear of performance, or fear of public speaking into empowering assets.Dr. Suzuki serves as an expert for publications including The Wall Street Journal, Shape, and Health. Her TED talk was the 2nd most viewed TED talk of 2018.Kathryn also interviews Author Susan Frances Morris. At age fifty, Susan Morris is diagnosed with breast cancer—and she’s floored. Desperate to pinpoint the cause, one night she decides to type a question into her search engine: “What are the risk factors of getting breast cancer?” She’s surprised to discover research showing that long-term exposure to stress and traumatic childhood experiences can both increase the risk of breast cancer. Her memoir alternates between her childhood—as a sensitive child and then teenager who shouldered the burden of caring for her younger siblings as her dad’s alcoholism tore at the threads of their home life—and an adult who for a decade-plus has been living a trauma-free life with a caring husband and rewarding career in nursing . . . only to be diagnosed with breast cancer. This is a story of redemption—of a woman who manages to escape harrowing circumstances and start anew—but it’s also a story of how our legacy lives within us, and how healing from the adverse effects of childhood can truly take a lifetime.
Kathryn interviews Author and Professor Wendy Suzuki PhD. From a global pandemic, to political unrest, to climate change, the past year has been nothing if not stressful. For most of us, it would be difficult to describe stress and anxiety as a good feeling. But what if it could be? World-renowned neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki has found a way to unlock the potential of anxiety to be a benefit instead of a drawback and reveals that anxiety is not only essential for our survival but also a key component of our ability to live optimally. She helps us understand how simple but powerful shifts in mindset and practical strategies can help us transform our social anxiety, fear of performance, or fear of public speaking into empowering assets.Dr. Suzuki serves as an expert for publications including The Wall Street Journal, Shape, and Health. Her TED talk was the 2nd most viewed TED talk of 2018.Kathryn also interviews Author Susan Frances Morris. At age fifty, Susan Morris is diagnosed with breast cancer—and she’s floored. Desperate to pinpoint the cause, one night she decides to type a question into her search engine: “What are the risk factors of getting breast cancer?” She’s surprised to discover research showing that long-term exposure to stress and traumatic childhood experiences can both increase the risk of breast cancer. Her memoir alternates between her childhood—as a sensitive child and then teenager who shouldered the burden of caring for her younger siblings as her dad’s alcoholism tore at the threads of their home life—and an adult who for a decade-plus has been living a trauma-free life with a caring husband and rewarding career in nursing . . . only to be diagnosed with breast cancer. This is a story of redemption—of a woman who manages to escape harrowing circumstances and start anew—but it’s also a story of how our legacy lives within us, and how healing from the adverse effects of childhood can truly take a lifetime.
Kathryn interviews Author Susan Verde. As we begin to return to offices and schools this fall, Author Susan Verde, alongside illustrator Peter H. Reynolds, brings us a triumphant celebration of everyday courage, perseverance, and bouncing back from our setbacks with bravery and optimism,the perfect companion for our present moment, for children and grown-ups alike. She points out that staying resilient and having courage includes believing in ourselves, speaking out, trying new things, asking for help, and getting back up no matter how many times we may fall. Grounded in mindfulness and awareness, Verde reminds us that we can conquer anything in this #1 NY Times bestselling series..Kathryn also interviews Author, Attorney Bill Eddy LCSW, Esq. The level of stress and conflict in today’s world is higher than seen in decades. We all can use tools for managing the emotions this has caused. At the same time, there also appears to be more high conflict people who are preoccupied with blaming others and verbally venting or attacking those around them.Utilizing a proven method for defusing antagonistic interactions, Eddy shows readers how to address a variety of potentially contentious situations, including family conflicts, workplace disputes, neighbor and stranger confrontations, emotional political discussions, and circumstances involving angry customers, clients, and patients. In addition to authoring over twenty books, Bill Eddy LCSW also writes a popular blog on PsychologyToday.com with over five million views and is the co-founder of High Conflict Institute.
Kathryn interviews Author Susan Verde. As we begin to return to offices and schools this fall, Author Susan Verde, alongside illustrator Peter H. Reynolds, brings us a triumphant celebration of everyday courage, perseverance, and bouncing back from our setbacks with bravery and optimism,the perfect companion for our present moment, for children and grown-ups alike. She points out that staying resilient and having courage includes believing in ourselves, speaking out, trying new things, asking for help, and getting back up no matter how many times we may fall. Grounded in mindfulness and awareness, Verde reminds us that we can conquer anything in this #1 NY Times bestselling series..Kathryn also interviews Author, Attorney Bill Eddy LCSW, Esq. The level of stress and conflict in today’s world is higher than seen in decades. We all can use tools for managing the emotions this has caused. At the same time, there also appears to be more high conflict people who are preoccupied with blaming others and verbally venting or attacking those around them.Utilizing a proven method for defusing antagonistic interactions, Eddy shows readers how to address a variety of potentially contentious situations, including family conflicts, workplace disputes, neighbor and stranger confrontations, emotional political discussions, and circumstances involving angry customers, clients, and patients. In addition to authoring over twenty books, Bill Eddy LCSW also writes a popular blog on PsychologyToday.com with over five million views and is the co-founder of High Conflict Institute.
Kathryn interviews Author, Attorney J. W. Freiberg PhD, JD. We are currently living in an interesting age where we are the most connected and yet the most disconnected than we have ever been. Exploring the impact of faulty connections and failing relationships, J.W. Freiberg, uses his 30 year legal career and masterful storytelling ability to share 5 unique tales of chronic loneliness, one of modern society’s most serious public health crises. According to his research, there are two pathways to loneliness: disconnection and misconnection. Using his case study format, Freiberg is often called the “Oliver Sacks of Law”. An Attorney and Social Psychologist, he received his Phd from UCLA, his JD from Harvard Law School and is a member in good standing of the bar of the Supreme Court of the United States.Kathryn also interviews Author Bob Nelson PhD.As bleary-eyed workers return to “normal life” back at the office, many are questioning what their new work life will look like. Leaders now face a dilemma: How do we keep our people—and attract new talent? The answer, according to two acclaimed human resources and performance experts, is deceptively simple. Have more fun. “Work” and “fun” have historically been considered polar opposites of each other. But a quick look under the hood of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work for in America list reveals an undeniable fact: 81% of surveyed employees say the best companies are all fun places to work. Bob Nelson PhD and Co-Author Mario Tamayo offer hundreds of practical, creative tips for making the workplace more enjoyable. Nelson has been featured in The NY Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, CBS 60 Minutes, MSNBC, ABC, PBS and NPR about how to best motivate today’s employees.
Kathryn interviews Author, Attorney J. W. Freiberg PhD, JD. We are currently living in an interesting age where we are the most connected and yet the most disconnected than we have ever been. Exploring the impact of faulty connections and failing relationships, J.W. Freiberg, uses his 30 year legal career and masterful storytelling ability to share 5 unique tales of chronic loneliness, one of modern society’s most serious public health crises. According to his research, there are two pathways to loneliness: disconnection and misconnection. Using his case study format, Freiberg is often called the “Oliver Sacks of Law”. An Attorney and Social Psychologist, he received his Phd from UCLA, his JD from Harvard Law School and is a member in good standing of the bar of the Supreme Court of the United States.Kathryn also interviews Author Bob Nelson PhD.As bleary-eyed workers return to “normal life” back at the office, many are questioning what their new work life will look like. Leaders now face a dilemma: How do we keep our people—and attract new talent? The answer, according to two acclaimed human resources and performance experts, is deceptively simple. Have more fun. “Work” and “fun” have historically been considered polar opposites of each other. But a quick look under the hood of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work for in America list reveals an undeniable fact: 81% of surveyed employees say the best companies are all fun places to work. Bob Nelson PhD and Co-Author Mario Tamayo offer hundreds of practical, creative tips for making the workplace more enjoyable. Nelson has been featured in The NY Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, CBS 60 Minutes, MSNBC, ABC, PBS and NPR about how to best motivate today’s employees.
Kathryn interviews Author, Professor Ed Tronick PhD. Many of us may think that perfect harmony is the defining characteristic of healthy relationships, but the truth is that human interactions are messy, complicated, and confusing. And according to renowned psychologist Ed Tronick PhD and pediatrician Claudia Gold, that is not only okay, but it is also actually crucial to our social and emotional development. Working through the volley of mismatch and repair in everyday life helps us form deep, lasting, trusting relationships, resilience in times of stress and trauma, and a solid sense of self in the world. Tronick, a developmental and clinical psychologist, has been featured by Nova, 60 Minutes, the NY Times, and the Boston Globe, among others, and speaks to audiences worldwide.Kathryn also interviews Author, Attorney Bill Eddy LCSW, Esq.The level of stress and conflict in today’s world is higher than seen in decades. We all can use tools for managing the emotions this has caused. At the same time, there also appears to be more high conflict people who are preoccupied with blaming others and verbally venting or attacking those around them.Utilizing a proven method for defusing antagonistic interactions, Eddy shows readers how to address a variety of potentially contentious situations, including family conflicts, workplace disputes, neighbor and stranger confrontations, emotional political discussions, and circumstances involving angry customers, clients, and patients. In addition to authoring over twenty books, Bill Eddy LCSW also writes a popular blog on PsychologyToday.com with over five million views and is the co-founder of High Conflict Institute.
Kathryn interviews Author, Professor Ed Tronick PhD. Many of us may think that perfect harmony is the defining characteristic of healthy relationships, but the truth is that human interactions are messy, complicated, and confusing. And according to renowned psychologist Ed Tronick PhD and pediatrician Claudia Gold, that is not only okay, but it is also actually crucial to our social and emotional development. Working through the volley of mismatch and repair in everyday life helps us form deep, lasting, trusting relationships, resilience in times of stress and trauma, and a solid sense of self in the world. Tronick, a developmental and clinical psychologist, has been featured by Nova, 60 Minutes, the NY Times, and the Boston Globe, among others, and speaks to audiences worldwide.Kathryn also interviews Author, Attorney Bill Eddy LCSW, Esq.The level of stress and conflict in today’s world is higher than seen in decades. We all can use tools for managing the emotions this has caused. At the same time, there also appears to be more high conflict people who are preoccupied with blaming others and verbally venting or attacking those around them.Utilizing a proven method for defusing antagonistic interactions, Eddy shows readers how to address a variety of potentially contentious situations, including family conflicts, workplace disputes, neighbor and stranger confrontations, emotional political discussions, and circumstances involving angry customers, clients, and patients. In addition to authoring over twenty books, Bill Eddy LCSW also writes a popular blog on PsychologyToday.com with over five million views and is the co-founder of High Conflict Institute.
Kathryn interviews Author Joanna Faber. Building on core themes of mutual respect, Joanna Faber and Co-Author Julie King suggest thoughtful, constructive, and sympathetic alternatives to yelling or punishment. As a part of the “How To Talk” series, readers will learn communication strategies to some of the most difficult challenges of raising children including tantrums, homework hassles and sibling squabbles. With its lively combination of real-life anecdotes, entertaining cartoons, and answers to topics requested by readers, Faber offers an invaluable resource for every parent, grandparent, teacher, and anyone else who lives or works with children—coming after a year in which adults and kids alike have been through so much. Her invaluable advice is quoted in NY TImes Parenting.Kathryn also interviews Author Oliver Burkeman. As the journalist and highly popular former weekly columnist on psychology for The Guardian Oliver Burkeman points out, the average human life is a mere four thousand weeks long. The unavoidable reality is that there will never be enough time to do it all. So how do we do what needs to be done, let go of what doesn’t, and learn to find joy in the limited time we have? The accelerating pace of life leaves us impatient with experiences we might otherwise enjoy, such as time spent with a toddler, or pursuing a once-loved hobby. And we grow so obsessed with planning for an idealized future that we miss the pleasures of the only moment it ever is: this one. Burkeman’s life-changing book is a thought-provoking blend of philosophical musings and practical advice on learning to shed our self-imposed expectations—to come to accept our overflowing email inboxes, ditch our unrealistic bucket lists, and use our precious weeks to build lives of purpose and accomplishment instead. His work has appeared in The NY Times, The Wall Street Journal, Psychologies, and New Philosopher.
Kathryn interviews Author Joanna Faber. Building on core themes of mutual respect, Joanna Faber and Co-Author Julie King suggest thoughtful, constructive, and sympathetic alternatives to yelling or punishment. As a part of the “How To Talk” series, readers will learn communication strategies to some of the most difficult challenges of raising children including tantrums, homework hassles and sibling squabbles. With its lively combination of real-life anecdotes, entertaining cartoons, and answers to topics requested by readers, Faber offers an invaluable resource for every parent, grandparent, teacher, and anyone else who lives or works with children—coming after a year in which adults and kids alike have been through so much. Her invaluable advice is quoted in NY TImes Parenting.Kathryn also interviews Author Oliver Burkeman. As the journalist and highly popular former weekly columnist on psychology for The Guardian Oliver Burkeman points out, the average human life is a mere four thousand weeks long. The unavoidable reality is that there will never be enough time to do it all. So how do we do what needs to be done, let go of what doesn’t, and learn to find joy in the limited time we have? The accelerating pace of life leaves us impatient with experiences we might otherwise enjoy, such as time spent with a toddler, or pursuing a once-loved hobby. And we grow so obsessed with planning for an idealized future that we miss the pleasures of the only moment it ever is: this one. Burkeman’s life-changing book is a thought-provoking blend of philosophical musings and practical advice on learning to shed our self-imposed expectations—to come to accept our overflowing email inboxes, ditch our unrealistic bucket lists, and use our precious weeks to build lives of purpose and accomplishment instead. His work has appeared in The NY Times, The Wall Street Journal, Psychologies, and New Philosopher.
Kathryn interviews Author, Journalist, Historian, Marine Engineer Jessica DuLong.At 10:45 AM EST on Tuesday, September 11, 2001, the United States Coast Guard issued the call for “all available boats” to assist the evacuation of Lower Manhattan. But hours before the official call went out, tugs, ferries, dinner boats, and other vessels had already raced to the rescue from points all across the Port of New York and New Jersey. In less than nine hours, approximately 800 mariners aboard 150 vessels transported nearly half a million people from Manhattan. This was the largest maritime evacuation in history and yet the story of this heroic effort has never fully been told. A journalist and historian, Jessica DuLong is herself chief engineer, emerita of the retired 1931 New York City fireboat, John J. Harvey. She served at Ground Zero, spending four days supplying Hudson River water to fight the fires at the World Trade Center. To tell the story of this marine rescue, DuLong drew on her own experiences as well as eyewitness accounts to weave together the personal stories of people rescued that day with those of the mariners who saved them.Kathryn also interviewsAuthor Mary Joye LMHC.Codependency is often misunderstood — and under addressed. Unhealthy, codependent habits are difficult to break, and can significantly impair our ability to live authentic lives. But with the right tools, freedom from codependency is within reach. Mary Joye LMHC, who is a licensed mental health counselor and regular contributor to DailyOM.com, provides practical tools to help you get your life back. With meditations, affirmations, a quick-fix chapter and easy two-column Life Lists that offer opportunities for self-reflection, the book provides an invaluable self-help experience for readers. What makes this book unique is that the reader will explore the psychological roots of codependency along with the neuroscience, spiritual and financial facets of their codependency. More importantly, the book shows readers how to apply this knowledge to recover.
Kathryn interviews Author, Journalist, Historian, Marine Engineer Jessica DuLong.At 10:45 AM EST on Tuesday, September 11, 2001, the United States Coast Guard issued the call for “all available boats” to assist the evacuation of Lower Manhattan. But hours before the official call went out, tugs, ferries, dinner boats, and other vessels had already raced to the rescue from points all across the Port of New York and New Jersey. In less than nine hours, approximately 800 mariners aboard 150 vessels transported nearly half a million people from Manhattan. This was the largest maritime evacuation in history and yet the story of this heroic effort has never fully been told. A journalist and historian, Jessica DuLong is herself chief engineer, emerita of the retired 1931 New York City fireboat, John J. Harvey. She served at Ground Zero, spending four days supplying Hudson River water to fight the fires at the World Trade Center. To tell the story of this marine rescue, DuLong drew on her own experiences as well as eyewitness accounts to weave together the personal stories of people rescued that day with those of the mariners who saved them.Kathryn also interviewsAuthor Mary Joye LMHC.Codependency is often misunderstood — and under addressed. Unhealthy, codependent habits are difficult to break, and can significantly impair our ability to live authentic lives. But with the right tools, freedom from codependency is within reach. Mary Joye LMHC, who is a licensed mental health counselor and regular contributor to DailyOM.com, provides practical tools to help you get your life back. With meditations, affirmations, a quick-fix chapter and easy two-column Life Lists that offer opportunities for self-reflection, the book provides an invaluable self-help experience for readers. What makes this book unique is that the reader will explore the psychological roots of codependency along with the neuroscience, spiritual and financial facets of their codependency. More importantly, the book shows readers how to apply this knowledge to recover.
Kathryn interviews Author & Rehabilitation Consultant Val Walker MS.While social media enables us to make connections with more people than ever before, social isolation is a growing epidemic in the U.S. The National Science Foundation has reported the number of Americans with no close friends has tripled since 1985 and an unprecedented number of Americans are living alone, particularly those over sixty. Generation Z and Millennials report being the loneliest despite their high consumption of social media. After major surgery, Val Walker developed a plan of action for those seeking to heal from the pain of isolation. For 24 years she’s led support groups for people living with chronic illness, grief and trauma. A blogger for Psychology Today, her first book The Art of Comforting was recommended by the Boston Health Commission as a guide for families impacted by the Boston Marathon Bombing.Kathryn also interviews Award-winning Actress Marilee Talkington.A lifelong advocate and a voice for other actors that are also visually impaired, Marilee Talkington will be lighting up television sets alongside Jason Momoa (Game of Thrones, AQUAMAN) in Apple TV+'s upcoming futuristic, post-apocalyptic drama See. Legally blind herself, Marilee will be playing more than just a role in a show, but a pivotal role in the fight for authentic casting and representation. Born with cone-rod dystrophy, a retinal disease she had inherited from her mother, Talkington had no central vision, and learned how to not just survive, but thrive. While studying Psychology, she took an acting class on a whim and fell in love immediately. Since then, she has starred in NBC's New Amsterdam, CBS' NCIS, and countless theater productions, both Off-Broadway and Regional.
Kathryn interviews Author & Rehabilitation Consultant Val Walker MS.While social media enables us to make connections with more people than ever before, social isolation is a growing epidemic in the U.S. The National Science Foundation has reported the number of Americans with no close friends has tripled since 1985 and an unprecedented number of Americans are living alone, particularly those over sixty. Generation Z and Millennials report being the loneliest despite their high consumption of social media. After major surgery, Val Walker developed a plan of action for those seeking to heal from the pain of isolation. For 24 years she’s led support groups for people living with chronic illness, grief and trauma. A blogger for Psychology Today, her first book The Art of Comforting was recommended by the Boston Health Commission as a guide for families impacted by the Boston Marathon Bombing.Kathryn also interviews Award-winning Actress Marilee Talkington.A lifelong advocate and a voice for other actors that are also visually impaired, Marilee Talkington will be lighting up television sets alongside Jason Momoa (Game of Thrones, AQUAMAN) in Apple TV+'s upcoming futuristic, post-apocalyptic drama See. Legally blind herself, Marilee will be playing more than just a role in a show, but a pivotal role in the fight for authentic casting and representation. Born with cone-rod dystrophy, a retinal disease she had inherited from her mother, Talkington had no central vision, and learned how to not just survive, but thrive. While studying Psychology, she took an acting class on a whim and fell in love immediately. Since then, she has starred in NBC's New Amsterdam, CBS' NCIS, and countless theater productions, both Off-Broadway and Regional.
Kathryn interviews Psychologist and Author Leo Flanagan PhD.The mental health crisis is getting younger. The number of children needing urgent mental health care has been on the rise for years, and has devastatingly spiked over the pandemic. We have never before in our history seen this type of anguish in children and teenagers so young. Although this crisis will require resources and time to resolve, Leo Flanagan PhD, Psychologist, trauma and resiliency expert, is sharing some resilience tools to connect with your child to support their emotional health and alert you to warning signs that they are struggling. With over 30 years of experience in studying and developing resilience, Flanagan has responded to numerous disasters including 9/11, the Sandy Hook Newtown Shooting, Hurricane Sandy, and the Moore, OK EF-5 tornado.Kathryn also interviews Author and Science Journalist Nicola Twilley.Tracking the history and future of quarantine, Science Journalist Nicola Twilley and Co-Author Geoff Manaugh begin their investigation in the Mediterranean, visiting some of the oldest quarantine structures, originally built to protect against the spread of the Black Death. They follow the path of John Howard, an 18th-century prison reformer who became interested in the conditions of people kept in quarantine. As well as showing how quarantine powers have been abused throughout history, Manaugh and Twilley write about more recent events, from Ebola to Covid. They help us make sense of our new reality through a thrillingly reported, thought-provoking exploration of the meaning of freedom, governance, and mutual responsibility. Twilley is a science journalist who contributes regularly to The New Yorker.
Kathryn interviews Psychologist and Author Leo Flanagan PhD.The mental health crisis is getting younger. The number of children needing urgent mental health care has been on the rise for years, and has devastatingly spiked over the pandemic. We have never before in our history seen this type of anguish in children and teenagers so young. Although this crisis will require resources and time to resolve, Leo Flanagan PhD, Psychologist, trauma and resiliency expert, is sharing some resilience tools to connect with your child to support their emotional health and alert you to warning signs that they are struggling. With over 30 years of experience in studying and developing resilience, Flanagan has responded to numerous disasters including 9/11, the Sandy Hook Newtown Shooting, Hurricane Sandy, and the Moore, OK EF-5 tornado.Kathryn also interviews Author and Science Journalist Nicola Twilley.Tracking the history and future of quarantine, Science Journalist Nicola Twilley and Co-Author Geoff Manaugh begin their investigation in the Mediterranean, visiting some of the oldest quarantine structures, originally built to protect against the spread of the Black Death. They follow the path of John Howard, an 18th-century prison reformer who became interested in the conditions of people kept in quarantine. As well as showing how quarantine powers have been abused throughout history, Manaugh and Twilley write about more recent events, from Ebola to Covid. They help us make sense of our new reality through a thrillingly reported, thought-provoking exploration of the meaning of freedom, governance, and mutual responsibility. Twilley is a science journalist who contributes regularly to The New Yorker.
Kathryn interviews Jeff J. Herman Editor-in-Chief at Lawnstarter.If you’re among the 50% of the U.S. population planning to ride a bicycle more post-pandemic, you’ll want to know the Best Biking Cities in America.To mark World Bicycle Day on June 3, LawnStarter ranked the 200 biggest U.S. cities based on 18 key indicators of a bike-friendly lifestyle. Among the factors considered are the length of bike lanes, the share of workers who bike to work,and access to bike stores and repair shops, however also taking into account the air quality, weather, and availability of biking clubs in each city. Cities that dominate the top rankings include San Francisco, CA, Portland, OR and Fort Collins,CO while it seems the southern states do not fare so well with Newport News, VA, Jackson, MS and Baton Rouge, LA at the bottom of the list. Kathryn also interviews Author Carew Papritz. Parental roles have fluctuated throughout modern history. Covid has shifted that paradigm once again. Many fathers have transitioned to working from home, or unfortunately, not working at all. Both, however, presented fathers with greater opportunities to not only spend more time with their children but also have a more proactive role in parenthood. With the end of the pandemic in sight and the world returning to normalcy, fathers now face concerns over how much time they can dedicate to their children and what effect that will have. According to educational thought-leader and Author Carew Papritz, positive male role models are vital to a child's development, now more than ever, and studies show having a close relationship with your father is directly associated with an adolescents' psychological well-being. Papritz's writing has been published in a number of media outlets including Huffpost, Inc., Reader's Digest, The Insider Mag, HR.com & First Time Parent Magazine
Kathryn interviews Jeff J. Herman Editor-in-Chief at Lawnstarter.If you’re among the 50% of the U.S. population planning to ride a bicycle more post-pandemic, you’ll want to know the Best Biking Cities in America.To mark World Bicycle Day on June 3, LawnStarter ranked the 200 biggest U.S. cities based on 18 key indicators of a bike-friendly lifestyle. Among the factors considered are the length of bike lanes, the share of workers who bike to work,and access to bike stores and repair shops, however also taking into account the air quality, weather, and availability of biking clubs in each city. Cities that dominate the top rankings include San Francisco, CA, Portland, OR and Fort Collins,CO while it seems the southern states do not fare so well with Newport News, VA, Jackson, MS and Baton Rouge, LA at the bottom of the list. Kathryn also interviews Author Carew Papritz. Parental roles have fluctuated throughout modern history. Covid has shifted that paradigm once again. Many fathers have transitioned to working from home, or unfortunately, not working at all. Both, however, presented fathers with greater opportunities to not only spend more time with their children but also have a more proactive role in parenthood. With the end of the pandemic in sight and the world returning to normalcy, fathers now face concerns over how much time they can dedicate to their children and what effect that will have. According to educational thought-leader and Author Carew Papritz, positive male role models are vital to a child's development, now more than ever, and studies show having a close relationship with your father is directly associated with an adolescents' psychological well-being. Papritz's writing has been published in a number of media outlets including Huffpost, Inc., Reader's Digest, The Insider Mag, HR.com & First Time Parent Magazine
Kathryn interviews Kim Fairley BFA,MFA author of “Shooting Out the Lights.” Unraveling like a mystery novel, Fairley’s memoir of her marriage to a man thirty-two-years older, who had lost his son in a gun accident, explores the taboo of wide age gap love. Soon after twenty-four-year-old Kim and fifty-six-year-old Vern marry they learn Kim is pregnant. However, their lives are turned upside down when the widow of Vern’s dear friend calls in need of a favor. She wants Vern to take her eleven-year-old son, Stanislaus, whose troubling behavior challenges Kim’s devotion, trust and the underpinnings of her marriage.The book serves as a reminder of the power of talking in coming to terms with massive grief, which has been a major theme during the coronavirus pandemic, that has plunged people into psychological distress, fatigue, occupational burnout, anxiety and depression..Kathryn also interviews Inventor and Speaker Douglas Farrago MD, author of “Noki ” The lawless world of boxing has its reasons for embracing Noki, a young man with autism and his abilities. However they are not good ones. Should he be allowed to make the life-altering decision to enter the ring and put his life on the line? What few know is that Noki is actually a savant who can imitate and transform himself into any legendary boxer he wants — a plot twist that allows him to pay homage to some of the greatest boxers of all time. Farrago draws upon his experiences as an All-American collegiate boxer, a sports medicine trainer for professional boxers and his decades-long career in medicine during which he worked with autism patients to lend authenticity to his characters and narrative. He's the inventor of the Knee Saver, currently in the Baseball Hall of Fame, worn by major league baseball catchers and is the inventor of the CryoHelmet, used by athletes for head injuries and by those suffering from migraines
Kathryn interviews Kim Fairley BFA,MFA author of “Shooting Out the Lights.” Unraveling like a mystery novel, Fairley’s memoir of her marriage to a man thirty-two-years older, who had lost his son in a gun accident, explores the taboo of wide age gap love. Soon after twenty-four-year-old Kim and fifty-six-year-old Vern marry they learn Kim is pregnant. However, their lives are turned upside down when the widow of Vern’s dear friend calls in need of a favor. She wants Vern to take her eleven-year-old son, Stanislaus, whose troubling behavior challenges Kim’s devotion, trust and the underpinnings of her marriage.The book serves as a reminder of the power of talking in coming to terms with massive grief, which has been a major theme during the coronavirus pandemic, that has plunged people into psychological distress, fatigue, occupational burnout, anxiety and depression..Kathryn also interviews Inventor and Speaker Douglas Farrago MD, author of “Noki ” The lawless world of boxing has its reasons for embracing Noki, a young man with autism and his abilities. However they are not good ones. Should he be allowed to make the life-altering decision to enter the ring and put his life on the line? What few know is that Noki is actually a savant who can imitate and transform himself into any legendary boxer he wants — a plot twist that allows him to pay homage to some of the greatest boxers of all time. Farrago draws upon his experiences as an All-American collegiate boxer, a sports medicine trainer for professional boxers and his decades-long career in medicine during which he worked with autism patients to lend authenticity to his characters and narrative. He's the inventor of the Knee Saver, currently in the Baseball Hall of Fame, worn by major league baseball catchers and is the inventor of the CryoHelmet, used by athletes for head injuries and by those suffering from migraines
Kathryn interviews business coach Leslie Ehm, author of “Swagger: Unleash Everything You Are and Become What You Want” A renowned Fortune 100 business coach, Ehm shatters the myths around “fake it ’til you make it,” and shows you how to record over all the negative self-limiting tapes and to stop giving away your personal power. You’ll discover what blockers are holding you back and what drivers will bring your unique and powerful personality to the forefront for all to revel at. Swagger is the new mindset that will bring you all of the success you’ve ever dreamed of without ever having to compromise or sacrifice who you really are. Ehm, a speaker, author and swagger coach who’s been called “better than therapy,” “a rock star,” “a force of nature” and even “a witch” is a Today and WSJ best selling author. Kathryn also interviews founder of VA Claims Insider Brian Reese, author of “You Deserve It: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Veteran Benefits You've Earned ” Many veterans struggle with undiagnosed mental health conditions, substance abuse, marital issues and PTSD. Enter disabled veteran Reese who has made it his mission to educate and assist fellow veterans who are having difficulty navigating VA resources and procuring the benefits that they’ve earned. Reese provides hundreds of different opportunities to receive compensation and discounts, but more than that, he provides permission to take action. From a veteran who’s been there - to fellow veterans. He is the founder of VA Claims Insider, an education-based coaching and consulting company whose mission is to educate and empower veterans to get the VA disability benefits they've earned for their honorable service.
Kathryn interviews business coach Leslie Ehm, author of “Swagger: Unleash Everything You Are and Become What You Want” A renowned Fortune 100 business coach, Ehm shatters the myths around “fake it ’til you make it,” and shows you how to record over all the negative self-limiting tapes and to stop giving away your personal power. You’ll discover what blockers are holding you back and what drivers will bring your unique and powerful personality to the forefront for all to revel at. Swagger is the new mindset that will bring you all of the success you’ve ever dreamed of without ever having to compromise or sacrifice who you really are. Ehm, a speaker, author and swagger coach who’s been called “better than therapy,” “a rock star,” “a force of nature” and even “a witch” is a Today and WSJ best selling author. Kathryn also interviews founder of VA Claims Insider Brian Reese, author of “You Deserve It: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Veteran Benefits You've Earned ” Many veterans struggle with undiagnosed mental health conditions, substance abuse, marital issues and PTSD. Enter disabled veteran Reese who has made it his mission to educate and assist fellow veterans who are having difficulty navigating VA resources and procuring the benefits that they’ve earned. Reese provides hundreds of different opportunities to receive compensation and discounts, but more than that, he provides permission to take action. From a veteran who’s been there - to fellow veterans. He is the founder of VA Claims Insider, an education-based coaching and consulting company whose mission is to educate and empower veterans to get the VA disability benefits they've earned for their honorable service.
Kathryn interviews Hans Jonas Professor of Philosophy, New School for Social Research Simon Critchley PhD, author of “Bald: 35 Philosophical Short Cuts.” The moderator of the NY Times’ Stone column and the author of numerous books on everything from Greek tragedy to David Bowie, Critchley has been a strong voice in popular philosophy for more than a decade. Critchley brings together thirty-five essays, originally published in the Times, on a wide range of topics, from the dimensions of Plato’s academy and the mysteries of Eleusis to Philip K. Dick, Mormonism, money and the joy and pain of Liverpool Football Club fans. In an engaging and jargon-free style, Critchley writes with honesty about the state of the world as he offers philosophically informed and insightful considerations of happiness, violence and faith. Kathryn also interviews Filmmaker Bo McGuire, director of “Socks On Fire.” His award-winning film is a lyrical testament to Southern women couched in the familial battle for his beloved grandmother’s throne. McGuire returned home from New York City to Hokes Bluff, Alabama to find that his Aunt Sharon—his favorite childhood relative—had locked her gay, drag-queen brother, his Uncle John, out of the family home. As a queer Southerner who is both protective and skeptical of the South, this family rupture stoked a fire within McGuire to document the place and the people he calls home. Through a series of stylized reenactments spun in with family VHS footage, McGuire documents the fluidity of identity, personality and performance in his hometown among his kin and the many women who’ve been a force in Bo’s life.
Kathryn interviews Hans Jonas Professor of Philosophy, New School for Social Research Simon Critchley PhD, author of “Bald: 35 Philosophical Short Cuts.” The moderator of the NY Times’ Stone column and the author of numerous books on everything from Greek tragedy to David Bowie, Critchley has been a strong voice in popular philosophy for more than a decade. Critchley brings together thirty-five essays, originally published in the Times, on a wide range of topics, from the dimensions of Plato’s academy and the mysteries of Eleusis to Philip K. Dick, Mormonism, money and the joy and pain of Liverpool Football Club fans. In an engaging and jargon-free style, Critchley writes with honesty about the state of the world as he offers philosophically informed and insightful considerations of happiness, violence and faith. Kathryn also interviews Filmmaker Bo McGuire, director of “Socks On Fire.” His award-winning film is a lyrical testament to Southern women couched in the familial battle for his beloved grandmother’s throne. McGuire returned home from New York City to Hokes Bluff, Alabama to find that his Aunt Sharon—his favorite childhood relative—had locked her gay, drag-queen brother, his Uncle John, out of the family home. As a queer Southerner who is both protective and skeptical of the South, this family rupture stoked a fire within McGuire to document the place and the people he calls home. Through a series of stylized reenactments spun in with family VHS footage, McGuire documents the fluidity of identity, personality and performance in his hometown among his kin and the many women who’ve been a force in Bo’s life.
Kathryn interviews Professor of English, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Anne Basting PhD, author of “Creative Care Imagination Kit.” A leader in transforming aging and elder care, she sparks conversation and encourages active listening, allowing all ages to freely share ideas and stories without worrying about getting the details “correct.” She offers up a proven way to foster imaginative and story-based activities among diverse groups and families, especially caregivers of loved ones and those suffering from dementia and Alzheimer’s. Basting’s years of research have shown that these practices stimulate the brain and awaken the imagination, adding wonder and awe not only to the daily lives of those with dementia but to all family members, and provides them with a means of connection and communication. She has spoken or been featured in the PBS documentary Penelope, the TED MED stage and NPR's All Things Considered. Kathryn also interviews Christy Whitman, NY Times best-selling author of “The Desire Factor: How to Embrace Your Materialistic Nature to Reclaim Your Full Spiritual Power.” Manifesting desires has never been easier than with Christy’s newest book, which offers the tools for you to find happiness, abundance and success! She proves that desire is the force behind every act of creation, and it is the mechanism through which everything in this boundless spiritual universe is made manifest into physical, tangible form. However, the true gift is not in acquiring our desires; it is the people we become in the process of allowing our desires to move through us. Christy’s life-changing message reaches over 125,000 people a month, and her work has been promoted by and featured with esteemed authors and luminaries such as Marianne Williamson, Dr. Wayne Dyer, Marci Shimoff, Brian Tracy, Neale Donald Walsch, Abraham-Hicks and Louise Hay. She has appeared on The Today Show and The Morning Show, and her work has been featured in People Magazine, Seventeen, Woman’s Day, Hollywood Life, and Teen Vogue, among others.
Kathryn interviews Professor of English, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Anne Basting PhD, author of “Creative Care Imagination Kit.” A leader in transforming aging and elder care, she sparks conversation and encourages active listening, allowing all ages to freely share ideas and stories without worrying about getting the details “correct.” She offers up a proven way to foster imaginative and story-based activities among diverse groups and families, especially caregivers of loved ones and those suffering from dementia and Alzheimer’s. Basting’s years of research have shown that these practices stimulate the brain and awaken the imagination, adding wonder and awe not only to the daily lives of those with dementia but to all family members, and provides them with a means of connection and communication. She has spoken or been featured in the PBS documentary Penelope, the TED MED stage and NPR's All Things Considered. Kathryn also interviews Christy Whitman, NY Times best-selling author of “The Desire Factor: How to Embrace Your Materialistic Nature to Reclaim Your Full Spiritual Power.” Manifesting desires has never been easier than with Christy’s newest book, which offers the tools for you to find happiness, abundance and success! She proves that desire is the force behind every act of creation, and it is the mechanism through which everything in this boundless spiritual universe is made manifest into physical, tangible form. However, the true gift is not in acquiring our desires; it is the people we become in the process of allowing our desires to move through us. Christy’s life-changing message reaches over 125,000 people a month, and her work has been promoted by and featured with esteemed authors and luminaries such as Marianne Williamson, Dr. Wayne Dyer, Marci Shimoff, Brian Tracy, Neale Donald Walsch, Abraham-Hicks and Louise Hay. She has appeared on The Today Show and The Morning Show, and her work has been featured in People Magazine, Seventeen, Woman’s Day, Hollywood Life, and Teen Vogue, among others.
Kathryn interviews Documentary Filmmaker & Co-Founder, Meridian Hill Pictures Brandon Kramer. In this revealing observational portrait, Black progressive activist and political commentator Van Jones faces a polarised society head-on in an effort to reform a broken criminal justice system. Jones, known for calling Donald Trump's election “a whitelash” live on primetime TV, navigates increasingly tense and isolating political and racial divides in his attempt to become a “bridge-builder” during the Trump administration. Condemned by the right for his progressive beliefs, and by the left for embracing conservatives, this fraught and cinematically captured personal journey questions his integrity from all sides, forcing him to consider not only his activism but his own identity. Director Kramer won Best Director at the 2016 Chesapeake Film Festival and Indie Capital Awards, received the Audience Choice Award at the 2015 American Conservation Film Festival and was a 2015 DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities Individual Arts Fellow. Kathryn also interviews Attorney Nadine Haruni JD, author of “Freeda The Frog™and The Two Mommas Next Door.” For toddlers, preschoolers and older kids too, the world of grown-ups is often confusing and sometimes scary. In her Freeda the Frog™ children’s book series, author Haruni makes coping with various life challenges easier for little ones with the help of a momma frog, Freeda, and her three little tadpoles, Frannie, Frank and Jack. The Freeda the Frog™ series also serves as a tool to help parents, educators and school counselors open up conversations about difficult topics with children in an upbeat and non-scary way. Toward that goal, each book offers discussion questions at the end. The entire series has been leveled for schools to align with National Education Standards, and all five books have received Readers’ Favorite 5-star reviews and Gold Mom’s Choice Awards for excellence in the family-friendly picture book category.
Kathryn interviews Documentary Filmmaker & Co-Founder, Meridian Hill Pictures Brandon Kramer. In this revealing observational portrait, Black progressive activist and political commentator Van Jones faces a polarised society head-on in an effort to reform a broken criminal justice system. Jones, known for calling Donald Trump's election “a whitelash” live on primetime TV, navigates increasingly tense and isolating political and racial divides in his attempt to become a “bridge-builder” during the Trump administration. Condemned by the right for his progressive beliefs, and by the left for embracing conservatives, this fraught and cinematically captured personal journey questions his integrity from all sides, forcing him to consider not only his activism but his own identity. Director Kramer won Best Director at the 2016 Chesapeake Film Festival and Indie Capital Awards, received the Audience Choice Award at the 2015 American Conservation Film Festival and was a 2015 DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities Individual Arts Fellow. Kathryn also interviews Attorney Nadine Haruni JD, author of “Freeda The Frog™and The Two Mommas Next Door.” For toddlers, preschoolers and older kids too, the world of grown-ups is often confusing and sometimes scary. In her Freeda the Frog™ children’s book series, author Haruni makes coping with various life challenges easier for little ones with the help of a momma frog, Freeda, and her three little tadpoles, Frannie, Frank and Jack. The Freeda the Frog™ series also serves as a tool to help parents, educators and school counselors open up conversations about difficult topics with children in an upbeat and non-scary way. Toward that goal, each book offers discussion questions at the end. The entire series has been leveled for schools to align with National Education Standards, and all five books have received Readers’ Favorite 5-star reviews and Gold Mom’s Choice Awards for excellence in the family-friendly picture book category.
Kathryn interviews Plastic Surgeon & Assistant Professor, SUNY Downstate Medical Center Richard Westreich MD. Do you miss hanging out with your friends? Want to see live sports or concerts? Done with Zoom? Then roll up your sleeves and get vaccinated, encourages top NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Westreich. He has joined the movement to help spread the truth about the efficacy and safety of the COVID-19 vaccines and to dispel misconceptions swirling on social media. He and his dedicated team have created fun and informative videos featuring familiar tunes with re-tooled lyrics to encourage more Americans to “crush COVID” by getting their vaccines. Dr. Westreich has been selected multiple times by Castle Connolly and New York magazine as one of the top doctors in facial plastic surgery. He is an assistant professor at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and is on staff at Lenox Hill and Mount Sinai Hospitals. Kathryn also interviews Travel Journalist Annie Daly, author of “Destination Wellness: Global Secrets for Better Living Wherever You Are.” Fed up with the commercialization of the wellness industry after working in it for years, Annie embarked on an inspiring adventure through some of the world's happiest and healthiest cities and villages to find out what we can learn from them. Whether she's hiking along gorgeous fjords in Norway to see why Norwegians are so dedicated to getting outside, soothing her spirit with Hawaiian saltwater cleanses, or learning about the importance Brazilians place on community, Annie combines on-the-ground reporting with heartful personal narrative to share the global lessons, philosophies and customs that prove that wellness is not about the products — it's about the way you live your life. A former editor at SELF, BuzzFeed and Cosmopolitan, her work has been featured in dozens of digital and print publications including AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, Vogue, Marie Claire, Lonely Planet, Women’s Health, InStyle and The New York Post.
Kathryn interviews Plastic Surgeon & Assistant Professor, SUNY Downstate Medical Center Richard Westreich MD. Do you miss hanging out with your friends? Want to see live sports or concerts? Done with Zoom? Then roll up your sleeves and get vaccinated, encourages top NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Westreich. He has joined the movement to help spread the truth about the efficacy and safety of the COVID-19 vaccines and to dispel misconceptions swirling on social media. He and his dedicated team have created fun and informative videos featuring familiar tunes with re-tooled lyrics to encourage more Americans to “crush COVID” by getting their vaccines. Dr. Westreich has been selected multiple times by Castle Connolly and New York magazine as one of the top doctors in facial plastic surgery. He is an assistant professor at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and is on staff at Lenox Hill and Mount Sinai Hospitals. Kathryn also interviews Travel Journalist Annie Daly, author of “Destination Wellness: Global Secrets for Better Living Wherever You Are.” Fed up with the commercialization of the wellness industry after working in it for years, Annie embarked on an inspiring adventure through some of the world's happiest and healthiest cities and villages to find out what we can learn from them. Whether she's hiking along gorgeous fjords in Norway to see why Norwegians are so dedicated to getting outside, soothing her spirit with Hawaiian saltwater cleanses, or learning about the importance Brazilians place on community, Annie combines on-the-ground reporting with heartful personal narrative to share the global lessons, philosophies and customs that prove that wellness is not about the products — it's about the way you live your life. A former editor at SELF, BuzzFeed and Cosmopolitan, her work has been featured in dozens of digital and print publications including AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, Vogue, Marie Claire, Lonely Planet, Women’s Health, InStyle and The New York Post.
Kathryn interviews Nutrition Counselor Joan Ifland PhD. From ribs and hamburgers to hotdogs and pie, staying true to your new diet is never easy during summer holidays. Dr. Ifland, who specializes in processed food addiction, discusses how food triggers work, why summer holidays lead to dieting setbacks, tips for resisting these BBQ cravings, as well as festive replacement recipes. A graduate of Stanford University with 20 years of experience in the science of nutrition, food addiction and recovery, Dr. Ifland specializes in how processed foods impact the body, mind and emotions. She’s been interviewed on The Oprah Winfrey Network, Fox News, KTLA, and in Shape, Fortune, Prevention, U.S. News and many more. Kathryn also interviews Certified Mindfulness Coach Michael Keet, author of “Moneyfulness®: Learning to Live with Money.” 72% of all Americans experience stress about their finances. However, this stress is often a product of their convictions and behavior. People can find a variety of stress-relieving tips regarding depression, burn-out and anxiety, yet in the concept of mindfulness, there is no mention of stress reduction about money problems. Keet presents Moneyfulness® — a unique concept that fills this gap in the overall concept of mindfulness. He presents the idea that people’s mindset about money and the practical “how-to” belong together. With no relevant education or work experience, Keet became a finance director at age 30 and is now an entrepreneur developing online accounting software to help small business owners.
Kathryn interviews Nutrition Counselor Joan Ifland PhD. From ribs and hamburgers to hotdogs and pie, staying true to your new diet is never easy during summer holidays. Dr. Ifland, who specializes in processed food addiction, discusses how food triggers work, why summer holidays lead to dieting setbacks, tips for resisting these BBQ cravings, as well as festive replacement recipes. A graduate of Stanford University with 20 years of experience in the science of nutrition, food addiction and recovery, Dr. Ifland specializes in how processed foods impact the body, mind and emotions. She’s been interviewed on The Oprah Winfrey Network, Fox News, KTLA, and in Shape, Fortune, Prevention, U.S. News and many more. Kathryn also interviews Certified Mindfulness Coach Michael Keet, author of “Moneyfulness®: Learning to Live with Money.” 72% of all Americans experience stress about their finances. However, this stress is often a product of their convictions and behavior. People can find a variety of stress-relieving tips regarding depression, burn-out and anxiety, yet in the concept of mindfulness, there is no mention of stress reduction about money problems. Keet presents Moneyfulness® — a unique concept that fills this gap in the overall concept of mindfulness. He presents the idea that people’s mindset about money and the practical “how-to” belong together. With no relevant education or work experience, Keet became a finance director at age 30 and is now an entrepreneur developing online accounting software to help small business owners.
Kathryn interviews Neuroanatomist Jill Bolte Taylor PhD, NY Times Bestselling author of “Whole Brain Living: The Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life.” During these times of increased social and economic distress, many of us are suffering from anxiety and fear about our future. Creating our 'new normal’ is all about identifying what is possible. When we understand who we are, we are empowered to make better choices. According to renowned neuroanatomist, NY Times Best-Selling Author, stroke survivor and one of Time Magazine's Most Influential People Dr. Jill, we have much more power over what is going on inside of our brains than we've ever been taught. She debunks the myths that we use only 10% of our brain as well as the idea that our right brain hemisphere is our emotional brain, while our left brain houses our rational thinking. Dr. Jill gave the first TED talk that ever went viral on the Internet and was the premiere guest on Oprah Winfrey’s Soul Series. Kathryn also interviews Gigi Georges PhD, author of “Downeast: Five Maine Girls and the Unseen Story of Rural America.” Based on four years of rigorous and intimate reporting, she chronicles the lives of five young women coming of age in Washington County, ME, one of the most challenging and geographically isolated regions on the Eastern seaboard and an illuminating microcosm of the changing rural landscape across America. As they reach adulthood, they discover that despite significant challenges, there is much to celebrate in “the valley of the overlooked.” Their stories remind us of the value of timeless ideals: strength of family and community, reverence for nature’s rule, dignity in cracked hands and muddied shoes and the enduring power of home. A former White House special assistant to the president and communications director for the New York City Department of Education, Georges has taught political science at Boston College and served as program director for the Harvard Kennedy School’s Innovation Strategies Initiative.
Kathryn interviews Neuroanatomist Jill Bolte Taylor PhD, NY Times Bestselling author of “Whole Brain Living: The Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life.” During these times of increased social and economic distress, many of us are suffering from anxiety and fear about our future. Creating our 'new normal’ is all about identifying what is possible. When we understand who we are, we are empowered to make better choices. According to renowned neuroanatomist, NY Times Best-Selling Author, stroke survivor and one of Time Magazine's Most Influential People Dr. Jill, we have much more power over what is going on inside of our brains than we've ever been taught. She debunks the myths that we use only 10% of our brain as well as the idea that our right brain hemisphere is our emotional brain, while our left brain houses our rational thinking. Dr. Jill gave the first TED talk that ever went viral on the Internet and was the premiere guest on Oprah Winfrey’s Soul Series. Kathryn also interviews Gigi Georges PhD, author of “Downeast: Five Maine Girls and the Unseen Story of Rural America.” Based on four years of rigorous and intimate reporting, she chronicles the lives of five young women coming of age in Washington County, ME, one of the most challenging and geographically isolated regions on the Eastern seaboard and an illuminating microcosm of the changing rural landscape across America. As they reach adulthood, they discover that despite significant challenges, there is much to celebrate in “the valley of the overlooked.” Their stories remind us of the value of timeless ideals: strength of family and community, reverence for nature’s rule, dignity in cracked hands and muddied shoes and the enduring power of home. A former White House special assistant to the president and communications director for the New York City Department of Education, Georges has taught political science at Boston College and served as program director for the Harvard Kennedy School’s Innovation Strategies Initiative.
Kathryn interviews Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, Georgetown Medical School Norman E. Rosenthal MD, NY Times Bestselling author of “Poetry Rx: How 50 Inspiring Poems Can Heal and Bring Joy To Your Life.” Imagine your therapist writing a prescription for “Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night” by Dylan Thomas or “Hope is the thing with feathers” by Emily Dickinson or a Shakespeare sonnet — as well as prescribing an anxiety medication. Norman E. Rosenthal MD is that therapist! He was the psychiatrist who first described seasonal affective disorder and pioneered the use of light in its treatment during his twenty years at the National Institute of Mental Health. Dr. Rosenthal is the author of several books and currently maintains a private clinical and coaching practice in the Maryland suburbs of Washington, DC. His work has earned him national and international attention in the world of psychiatry and psychology, as well as in the media. Kathryn also interviews Author & Associate Professor Division of Pain Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Paul Christo MD. Telemedicine and tele-mental health services have emerged as valuable resources for those battling addictions during our country’s expanding opioid crisis. Critical medications for maintaining sobriety can now be prescribed by telehealth or telephone. However, opioid addiction is increasing, in part, because of the isolation and stress created by the COVID-19 pandemic. Those with substance use issues are finding it more difficult to find help due to the closure of facilities and the canceling of programs during the pandemic. Therefore, says Dr. Christo, clinicians need to advocate to their patients that online treatment options are available. Dr Christo hosts SIRIUS XM radio talk show Aches and Gains® and is the author of Aches and Gains, A Comprehensive Guide to Overcoming Your Pain.
Kathryn interviews Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, Georgetown Medical School Norman E. Rosenthal MD, NY Times Bestselling author of “Poetry Rx: How 50 Inspiring Poems Can Heal and Bring Joy To Your Life.” Imagine your therapist writing a prescription for “Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night” by Dylan Thomas or “Hope is the thing with feathers” by Emily Dickinson or a Shakespeare sonnet — as well as prescribing an anxiety medication. Norman E. Rosenthal MD is that therapist! He was the psychiatrist who first described seasonal affective disorder and pioneered the use of light in its treatment during his twenty years at the National Institute of Mental Health. Dr. Rosenthal is the author of several books and currently maintains a private clinical and coaching practice in the Maryland suburbs of Washington, DC. His work has earned him national and international attention in the world of psychiatry and psychology, as well as in the media. Kathryn also interviews Author & Associate Professor Division of Pain Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Paul Christo MD. Telemedicine and tele-mental health services have emerged as valuable resources for those battling addictions during our country’s expanding opioid crisis. Critical medications for maintaining sobriety can now be prescribed by telehealth or telephone. However, opioid addiction is increasing, in part, because of the isolation and stress created by the COVID-19 pandemic. Those with substance use issues are finding it more difficult to find help due to the closure of facilities and the canceling of programs during the pandemic. Therefore, says Dr. Christo, clinicians need to advocate to their patients that online treatment options are available. Dr Christo hosts SIRIUS XM radio talk show Aches and Gains® and is the author of Aches and Gains, A Comprehensive Guide to Overcoming Your Pain.
Kathryn interviews Internist, Massachusetts General Hospital & Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School Steven Gardner MD, author of “Jabberwocky: Lessons of Love from a Boy Who Never Spoke.” During his abbreviated 22-year life, Graham Gardner was unable to speak or to walk on his own, yet he forged meaningful relationships wherever he went. His cerebral palsy forced him to rely on other people — sometimes complete strangers — for absolutely everything, yet he accepted his reality, lived in the present moment, reveled in relationships, and exuded radiance around him. His parents and his community of friends, caregivers, schoolmates and campmates were transformed by his zest for life, his sense of humor and his grace under adversity. His father, Dr. Gardner, shares the many transformative opportunities and expressions of love that Graham and his parents experienced throughout his short life. Dr Gardner is a winner of the Harvard Medical School Humanism in Medicine Award and past Medical Director of the Massachusetts Special Olympics. Kathryn also interviews End-of-life Doula Maryanne O’Hara, author of “Little Matches: A Memoir of Grief and Light.” When their only child was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis (CF) at the age of two, Maryanne and her husband were told that Caitlin could live a long life or die in a matter of months. Thirty-one years later, following an excruciating, two-year wait on the transplant list and a last-minute race to locate a pair of healthy lungs, a story that attracted nationwide attention, Caitlin lost her battle with this pernicious disease. Little Matches is Maryanne’s intimate recounting of Caitlin’s journey and her own, weaving a rich narrative of memories with text messages, emails, journal entries and even drawings. O’Hara, former fiction editor of Ploughshares, is a Reiki master certified by the University of Vermont’s Larner College of Medicine as an end-of-life doula so that she might better speak to the state of end-of-life care in our culture.
Kathryn interviews Internist, Massachusetts General Hospital & Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School Steven Gardner MD, author of “Jabberwocky: Lessons of Love from a Boy Who Never Spoke.” During his abbreviated 22-year life, Graham Gardner was unable to speak or to walk on his own, yet he forged meaningful relationships wherever he went. His cerebral palsy forced him to rely on other people — sometimes complete strangers — for absolutely everything, yet he accepted his reality, lived in the present moment, reveled in relationships, and exuded radiance around him. His parents and his community of friends, caregivers, schoolmates and campmates were transformed by his zest for life, his sense of humor and his grace under adversity. His father, Dr. Gardner, shares the many transformative opportunities and expressions of love that Graham and his parents experienced throughout his short life. Dr Gardner is a winner of the Harvard Medical School Humanism in Medicine Award and past Medical Director of the Massachusetts Special Olympics. Kathryn also interviews End-of-life Doula Maryanne O’Hara, author of “Little Matches: A Memoir of Grief and Light.” When their only child was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis (CF) at the age of two, Maryanne and her husband were told that Caitlin could live a long life or die in a matter of months. Thirty-one years later, following an excruciating, two-year wait on the transplant list and a last-minute race to locate a pair of healthy lungs, a story that attracted nationwide attention, Caitlin lost her battle with this pernicious disease. Little Matches is Maryanne’s intimate recounting of Caitlin’s journey and her own, weaving a rich narrative of memories with text messages, emails, journal entries and even drawings. O’Hara, former fiction editor of Ploughshares, is a Reiki master certified by the University of Vermont’s Larner College of Medicine as an end-of-life doula so that she might better speak to the state of end-of-life care in our culture.
Kathryn interviews LMFT Carol Hughes PhD, author of “Home Will Never Be the Same Again: A Guide for Adult Children of Gray Divorce.” Every year in the US, over 600,000 people age 50 years and older file for divorce — and researchers project that by 2030 this number will grow by one third. It has grown so rapidly that sociologists have already coined a term for it — the “gray divorce revolution.” As the divorce rate for older adults soars, so too does the number of adult children who are experiencing parental divorce. Yet, these adult children frequently say that they are the only ones who are aware of what they are going through and that they feel painfully alone. Hughes shares her deep understanding gained during the innumerable hours she’s spent with these women and men in her clinical practice. She served for ten years as an Associate Professor of Human Services at Saddleback College and is a two-time Fulbright Scholar. Kathryn also interviews Forbes Columnist & Certified Executive Coach Bonnie Marcus M.Ed, author of “Not Done Yet!: How Women Over 50 Regain Their Confidence and Claim Workplace Power.” Forbes’ 50 Over 50 list and Mika Brzezinski’s “Know Your Value” initiative are ushering in a much-needed celebration of older women who are shattering age and gender norms. But despite advances made by women in the workplace, pay inequity and underrepresentation in top positions are still a reality. And, unfortunately, the situation looks worse for older women, who face what Marcus calls “the double whammy of gendered ageism.” In her new book, she lays out assumptions and fears about aging that are holding women back, provides tips and exercises to stop staying small and proves to women that they can keep their jobs, advance their careers and do the work they love. Marcus is a certified executive coach, founder of Women’s Success Coaching, and has been featured in WSJ, Business Insider, Huff Post, Fortune, Fast Company, Reader’s Digest, Psychology Today and Crains NY.
Kathryn interviews Molecular Oncologist St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Martine F. Roussel PhD. She’s a legendary female scientist whose half-century of research into childhood brain tumors has led to new avenues of treatments and therapies to maximize cures. A long-time advocate for women in science, Roussel was among several female scientists who were part of a “Women in Cancer Research” article in Nature discussing gender equality in science and the work necessary to level the playing field. Elected to the National Academy of Sciences in 2019, she became the first-ever woman scientist to receive the honor of having a portrait on display in the gallery of the Danny Thomas Research Center on the campus of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Kathryn also interviews Abigail Tucker, NY Times best selling author of “Mom Genes: Inside the New Science of Our Ancient Maternal Instinct.” Does motherhood change how a woman feels love? Are mothers destined to mimic their own mom’s parenting style? Does the brain of a new mom ever really bounce back? The answers, explored in Tucker’s new book, have powerful implications for women, families and our society. A longtime writer for Smithsonian Magazine, Tucker writes Mom Genes to be scientific and accessible. Part scientific odyssey, part memoir, it weaves the latest research from top labs across the globe including Yale, Princeton, Leiden and more with Tucker’s personal experiences to create a delightful, surprising and poignant portrait of motherhood.
Kathryn interviews Molecular Oncologist St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Martine F. Roussel PhD. She’s a legendary female scientist whose half-century of research into childhood brain tumors has led to new avenues of treatments and therapies to maximize cures. A long-time advocate for women in science, Roussel was among several female scientists who were part of a “Women in Cancer Research” article in Nature discussing gender equality in science and the work necessary to level the playing field. Elected to the National Academy of Sciences in 2019, she became the first-ever woman scientist to receive the honor of having a portrait on display in the gallery of the Danny Thomas Research Center on the campus of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Kathryn also interviews Abigail Tucker, NY Times best selling author of “Mom Genes: Inside the New Science of Our Ancient Maternal Instinct.” Does motherhood change how a woman feels love? Are mothers destined to mimic their own mom’s parenting style? Does the brain of a new mom ever really bounce back? The answers, explored in Tucker’s new book, have powerful implications for women, families and our society. A longtime writer for Smithsonian Magazine, Tucker writes Mom Genes to be scientific and accessible. Part scientific odyssey, part memoir, it weaves the latest research from top labs across the globe including Yale, Princeton, Leiden and more with Tucker’s personal experiences to create a delightful, surprising and poignant portrait of motherhood.
Kathryn interviews Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology Zucker School of Medicine Hofstra Northwell Jill Maura Rabin MD, author of “Mind Over Bladder: A Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving Continence.” Bladder incontinence affects as much as half of the female population, yet many are too embarrassed to seek help. Dr. Rabin offers an informative, easy-to-understand guide that will give women back their freedom and help them regain control over their bladder. Supported by extensive clinical research, she demystifies a frightening medical problem and acquaints readers with all available therapies. Dr. Rabin seeks to educate women of all ages on the many causes of incontinence and the variety of treatment options available. She’s authored four books on women's health and her numerous awards and honors have included the excellence in teaching award from the Association of Professors in Gynecology and Obstetrics. Kathryn also interviews Serial Entrepreneur & Venture Capitalist Gina Dubbé, author of “High Heals: How Two Women Found Their Footing in the Medical Cannabis Industry.” Upon first glance, Dubbé doesn’t look like a likely candidate to own a medical cannabis dispensary. As a suburban mother with a resume loaded with professional certifications, Dubbé and her business partner not only opened a dispensary but have dominated the industry ever since, doubling their business alone in 2020. Their goal is to break up the stigma that marijuana should remain on the fringes of society and help those looking for relief find solutions to the everyday chronic pain and qualifying illnesses or symptoms that constrain them. Dubbé serves as the Managing Director and Co-Founder of Greenhouse Wellness, an award-winning dispensary in Maryland, and is also Co-Founder of Blissiva, a female-focused cannabis line. Her many accolades include Forbes Magazine’s Women Who Built Outstanding Companies.
Kathryn interviews Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology Zucker School of Medicine Hofstra Northwell Jill Maura Rabin MD, author of “Mind Over Bladder: A Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving Continence.” Bladder incontinence affects as much as half of the female population, yet many are too embarrassed to seek help. Dr. Rabin offers an informative, easy-to-understand guide that will give women back their freedom and help them regain control over their bladder. Supported by extensive clinical research, she demystifies a frightening medical problem and acquaints readers with all available therapies. Dr. Rabin seeks to educate women of all ages on the many causes of incontinence and the variety of treatment options available. She’s authored four books on women's health and her numerous awards and honors have included the excellence in teaching award from the Association of Professors in Gynecology and Obstetrics. Kathryn also interviews Serial Entrepreneur & Venture Capitalist Gina Dubbé, author of “High Heals: How Two Women Found Their Footing in the Medical Cannabis Industry.” Upon first glance, Dubbé doesn’t look like a likely candidate to own a medical cannabis dispensary. As a suburban mother with a resume loaded with professional certifications, Dubbé and her business partner not only opened a dispensary but have dominated the industry ever since, doubling their business alone in 2020. Their goal is to break up the stigma that marijuana should remain on the fringes of society and help those looking for relief find solutions to the everyday chronic pain and qualifying illnesses or symptoms that constrain them. Dubbé serves as the Managing Director and Co-Founder of Greenhouse Wellness, an award-winning dispensary in Maryland, and is also Co-Founder of Blissiva, a female-focused cannabis line. Her many accolades include Forbes Magazine’s Women Who Built Outstanding Companies.
Kathryn interviews Founder of Chesapeake Bay Candle Mei Xu, author of “Burn: How Grit, Innovation, and a Dash of Luck Ignited a Multi-Million Dollar Success Story.” She tells the story of how she built Chesapeake Bay Candle, filling the home décor shelves at Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom and eventually Target. She went on to meet and counsel thousands of entrepreneurs and business people, and even advise President of the United States Barack Obama on the topic of job creation. To help small businesses in the age of COVID-19, Xu recently launched Yes She May, an online shop for well-designed products in fashion, wellness, beauty and home from women-owned brands. She is a Trustee of the University of Maryland and a member of Fortune’s Most Powerful Women. Kathryn also interviews Judy Batalion PhD, author of “The Light of Days: The Untold Story of Women Resistance Fighters in Hitler's Ghettos.” One of the most extraordinary stories of the Holocaust and World War II has remained hidden until now: the daring resistance efforts of Jewish women in the ghettos of the Nazi occupation. Batalion shares the acts of defiance and rebellion of women who saw and acknowledged the truth of their time, faced an inevitable death, worked together and risked their lives daily in the fight for justice and liberty. She reveals the ingenuity and tenacity of a handful of astonishingly brave young women, underscoring how their movement was larger and more organized than the annals of history have recorded—until now. Batalion’s essays have appeared in the NY Times, the Washington Post, the Forward, Vogue and more.
Kathryn interviews Founder of Chesapeake Bay Candle Mei Xu, author of “Burn: How Grit, Innovation, and a Dash of Luck Ignited a Multi-Million Dollar Success Story.” She tells the story of how she built Chesapeake Bay Candle, filling the home décor shelves at Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom and eventually Target. She went on to meet and counsel thousands of entrepreneurs and business people, and even advise President of the United States Barack Obama on the topic of job creation. To help small businesses in the age of COVID-19, Xu recently launched Yes She May, an online shop for well-designed products in fashion, wellness, beauty and home from women-owned brands. She is a Trustee of the University of Maryland and a member of Fortune’s Most Powerful Women. Kathryn also interviews Judy Batalion PhD, author of “The Light of Days: The Untold Story of Women Resistance Fighters in Hitler's Ghettos.” One of the most extraordinary stories of the Holocaust and World War II has remained hidden until now: the daring resistance efforts of Jewish women in the ghettos of the Nazi occupation. Batalion shares the acts of defiance and rebellion of women who saw and acknowledged the truth of their time, faced an inevitable death, worked together and risked their lives daily in the fight for justice and liberty. She reveals the ingenuity and tenacity of a handful of astonishingly brave young women, underscoring how their movement was larger and more organized than the annals of history have recorded—until now. Batalion’s essays have appeared in the NY Times, the Washington Post, the Forward, Vogue and more.
Kathryn interviews Science Journalist Bret Stetka MD, author of “A History of the Human Brain: From the Sea Sponge to CRISPR, How Our Brain Evolved.” Just 125,000 years ago, humanity was on a path to extinction, until a dramatic shift occurred. We used our mental abilities to navigate new terrain and changing climates. We hunted, foraged, tracked tides, shucked oysters — anything we could do to survive. Before long, our species had pulled itself back from the brink and was on more stable ground. What saved us? The human brain — and its evolutionary journey is unlike any other. Stetka takes us on this far-reaching journey, explaining exactly how our most mysterious organ developed. A non-practicing physician and Editorial Director at Medscape.com, his work has appeared in NPR, Scientific American Magazine, WIRED, The Atlantic and more. Kathryn also interviews Personal Development Leader Jack Canfield, author of “I Can Believe in Myself.” The power of positive thinking is one of the most valuable lessons we can teach our children, and sitting down together to read a book that gently approaches the topic is the perfect way to open the conversation. Canfield has created a relatable tale about a young girl’s struggle to move beyond her comfort zone. Parents and teachers alike will appreciate the themes of compassion, confidence and self-esteem contained in this beautifully illustrated book. As the co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, Canfield has taught millions of individuals his formulas for success. He is the author and co-author of more than 150 books (including 66 bestsellers) with more than 100 million copies in print in 47 languages around the world.
Kathryn interviews Science Journalist Bret Stetka MD, author of “A History of the Human Brain: From the Sea Sponge to CRISPR, How Our Brain Evolved.” Just 125,000 years ago, humanity was on a path to extinction, until a dramatic shift occurred. We used our mental abilities to navigate new terrain and changing climates. We hunted, foraged, tracked tides, shucked oysters — anything we could do to survive. Before long, our species had pulled itself back from the brink and was on more stable ground. What saved us? The human brain — and its evolutionary journey is unlike any other. Stetka takes us on this far-reaching journey, explaining exactly how our most mysterious organ developed. A non-practicing physician and Editorial Director at Medscape.com, his work has appeared in NPR, Scientific American Magazine, WIRED, The Atlantic and more. Kathryn also interviews Personal Development Leader Jack Canfield, author of “I Can Believe in Myself.” The power of positive thinking is one of the most valuable lessons we can teach our children, and sitting down together to read a book that gently approaches the topic is the perfect way to open the conversation. Canfield has created a relatable tale about a young girl’s struggle to move beyond her comfort zone. Parents and teachers alike will appreciate the themes of compassion, confidence and self-esteem contained in this beautifully illustrated book. As the co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, Canfield has taught millions of individuals his formulas for success. He is the author and co-author of more than 150 books (including 66 bestsellers) with more than 100 million copies in print in 47 languages around the world.
Kathryn interviews Pediatrician Harley Rotbart MD, author of “No Regrets Living: 7 Keys to a Life of Wonder and Contentment.” Many people reach the end of their lives wishing they could change the past. Turning back the clock is impossible, but Dr. Rotbart offers sage guidance to help us appreciate what we have in our lives, and take greater pride in what we’ve done with our lives — without spending precious time and energy wishing things had turned out differently. Woven into his timeless message are especially timely observations on the COVID-19 pandemic, from his expert perspective as an infectious diseases physician, including coping mechanisms and paths for going forward as individuals and as a society. He is Professor and Vice-Chair Emeritus of Pediatrics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and the author of more than 175 medical and scientific publications, including five previous books for general audiences. Kathryn also interviews Filmmaker Joshua M. Greene, author of “Unstoppable: Siggi B. Wilzig's Astonishing Journey from Auschwitz Survivor and Penniless Immigrant to Wall Street Legend.” Greene delivers a captivating story, as well as an historic document that will resonate with readers long after they finish his book. This one-of-a-kind rags-to-riches adventure follows a young boy from starvation on death marches to dinner at the White House, and recounts the volcanic, miraculous life of Siggi Wilzig, who survived the Holocaust to become one of the biggest — and most unexpected — successes in postwar American business. A featured speaker at the Pentagon and the Judge Advocate General’s College, Greene frequently lectures at state bar associations on issues of war crimes law. He has spoken on issues of Holocaust memory for NPR and Fox News, and his editorials have appeared in the NY Times, the LA Times and the Chicago Tribune.
Kathryn interviews Pediatrician Harley Rotbart MD, author of “No Regrets Living: 7 Keys to a Life of Wonder and Contentment.” Many people reach the end of their lives wishing they could change the past. Turning back the clock is impossible, but Dr. Rotbart offers sage guidance to help us appreciate what we have in our lives, and take greater pride in what we’ve done with our lives — without spending precious time and energy wishing things had turned out differently. Woven into his timeless message are especially timely observations on the COVID-19 pandemic, from his expert perspective as an infectious diseases physician, including coping mechanisms and paths for going forward as individuals and as a society. He is Professor and Vice-Chair Emeritus of Pediatrics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and the author of more than 175 medical and scientific publications, including five previous books for general audiences. Kathryn also interviews Filmmaker Joshua M. Greene, author of “Unstoppable: Siggi B. Wilzig's Astonishing Journey from Auschwitz Survivor and Penniless Immigrant to Wall Street Legend.” Greene delivers a captivating story, as well as an historic document that will resonate with readers long after they finish his book. This one-of-a-kind rags-to-riches adventure follows a young boy from starvation on death marches to dinner at the White House, and recounts the volcanic, miraculous life of Siggi Wilzig, who survived the Holocaust to become one of the biggest — and most unexpected — successes in postwar American business. A featured speaker at the Pentagon and the Judge Advocate General’s College, Greene frequently lectures at state bar associations on issues of war crimes law. He has spoken on issues of Holocaust memory for NPR and Fox News, and his editorials have appeared in the NY Times, the LA Times and the Chicago Tribune.
Kathryn interviews Public Speaker & Lawyer David Erdman JD, author of “The Ten Commandments of Marriage: Secrets of a Divorce Lawyer.” Erdman's sensitive understanding of all points of view in a divorce — the spouse's and the child's — provides a unique outline to strengthen a great marriage or revive a troubled one. Happily married for more than thirty-five years, he has an engineering degree from Duke University and is a graduate of Georgetown University Law School. Kathryn also interviews Founder of the Everyday Sexism Project Laura Bates, author of “Men Who Hate Women: From Incels to Pickup Artists: The Truth about Extreme Misogyny and How it Affects Us All.” She spent 18 months undercover as a man in his 20’s, drawn in through YouTube and online gaming platforms and exploring the depths of communities like incels, PUAs (pick up artists), MGTOWs (men going their own way), MRAs (men’s rights activists) and more. Bates has been named in CNN’s 10 Visionary Women List and won Cosmopolitan’s Ultimate Woman of the Year Award.
Kathryn interviews Public Speaker & Lawyer David Erdman JD, author of “The Ten Commandments of Marriage: Secrets of a Divorce Lawyer.” Erdman's sensitive understanding of all points of view in a divorce — the spouse's and the child's — provides a unique outline to strengthen a great marriage or revive a troubled one. Happily married for more than thirty-five years, he has an engineering degree from Duke University and is a graduate of Georgetown University Law School. Kathryn also interviews Founder of the Everyday Sexism Project Laura Bates, author of “Men Who Hate Women: From Incels to Pickup Artists: The Truth about Extreme Misogyny and How it Affects Us All.” She spent 18 months undercover as a man in his 20’s, drawn in through YouTube and online gaming platforms and exploring the depths of communities like incels, PUAs (pick up artists), MGTOWs (men going their own way), MRAs (men’s rights activists) and more. Bates has been named in CNN’s 10 Visionary Women List and won Cosmopolitan’s Ultimate Woman of the Year Award.
Kathryn interviews Producer Amy Solomon, editor of “Notes From the Bathroom Line: Humor, Art, and Low-grade Panic from 150 of the Funniest Women in Comedy.” She’s compiled essays, lists, fiction, poetry, satire, cartoons, as well as quick-hit musings on everything from texts you sent to the wrong person, to pop culture your ex ruined for you and everything in between. Solomon is a producer on HBO’s Silicon Valley and Barry. Kathryn also interviews Economist Randall Bell PhD, author of “Post-Traumatic Thriving: The Art, Science, & Stories of Resilience.” He undertook unprecedented research and juxtaposes outcomes of scientific studies with stories of real people (many of them familiar) who have used their trauma as their fuel to thrive to reveal common denominators. Often called the “Master of Disaster,” Dr. Bell is squarely focused on authentic recovery and resilience.
Kathryn interviews Producer Amy Solomon, editor of “Notes From the Bathroom Line: Humor, Art, and Low-grade Panic from 150 of the Funniest Women in Comedy.” She’s compiled essays, lists, fiction, poetry, satire, cartoons, as well as quick-hit musings on everything from texts you sent to the wrong person, to pop culture your ex ruined for you and everything in between. Solomon is a producer on HBO’s Silicon Valley and Barry. Kathryn also interviews Economist Randall Bell PhD, author of “Post-Traumatic Thriving: The Art, Science, & Stories of Resilience.” He undertook unprecedented research and juxtaposes outcomes of scientific studies with stories of real people (many of them familiar) who have used their trauma as their fuel to thrive to reveal common denominators. Often called the “Master of Disaster,” Dr. Bell is squarely focused on authentic recovery and resilience.
Kathryn interviews Mindfulness Mentor Hunter Clarke-Fields MSAE, author of “Raising Good Humans: A Mindful Guide to Breaking the Cycle of Reactive Parenting and Raising Kind, Confident Kids.” She advocates for parents' self-care as well as positive approaches to parenting challenges. Host of the Mindful Mama podcast and creator of the Mindful Parenting online course, her writing has appeared in CNBC, NBC, HuffPost, Tiny Buddha, MOPS, Elephant Journal, Mothering and more. Kathryn also interviews Brian Alexander, author of “The Hospital: Life, Death, and Dollars in a Small American Town.” He strips away the wonkiness of policy to reveal Americans’ struggle for health against a powerful system that’s stacked against them, but yet so fragile it blows apart when the pandemic hits. He’s a contributing writer to The Atlantic and has written for the NY Times, LA Times, Esquire and more.
Kathryn interviews Mindfulness Mentor Hunter Clarke-Fields MSAE, author of “Raising Good Humans: A Mindful Guide to Breaking the Cycle of Reactive Parenting and Raising Kind, Confident Kids.” She advocates for parents' self-care as well as positive approaches to parenting challenges. Host of the Mindful Mama podcast and creator of the Mindful Parenting online course, her writing has appeared in CNBC, NBC, HuffPost, Tiny Buddha, MOPS, Elephant Journal, Mothering and more. Kathryn also interviews Brian Alexander, author of “The Hospital: Life, Death, and Dollars in a Small American Town.” He strips away the wonkiness of policy to reveal Americans’ struggle for health against a powerful system that’s stacked against them, but yet so fragile it blows apart when the pandemic hits. He’s a contributing writer to The Atlantic and has written for the NY Times, LA Times, Esquire and more.
Kathryn interviews NYC Dermatologist & Empowerment Leader Adarsh Vijay Mudgil MD, author of “Let's Get It!: Hustle and Grind Your Way to Personal Empowerment.” From needles and injections to coaching and lectures, he’s gone from making people feel good on the outside – to feeling good on the inside. He’s learned that personal empowerment is the KEY to success and fulfillment. Dr. Mudgil has been featured in Oprah Magazine, Allure, Bustle, Men’s Health and more. Kathryn also interviews Poet & Performer Aija Mayrock, author of “Dear Girl.” Starting with the publication of The Survival Guide to Bullying, which she published when she was a teenager, she’s used her words and actions to help others find their voice. Aija was named one of the Today Show’s heroes of the year for 2018 and her work has been published and featured on Good Morning America, The View, The Today Show, Forbes, Publisher’s Weekly, HuffPost, USA Today and many more platforms.
Kathryn interviews NYC Dermatologist & Empowerment Leader Adarsh Vijay Mudgil MD, author of “Let's Get It!: Hustle and Grind Your Way to Personal Empowerment.” From needles and injections to coaching and lectures, he’s gone from making people feel good on the outside – to feeling good on the inside. He’s learned that personal empowerment is the KEY to success and fulfillment. Dr. Mudgil has been featured in Oprah Magazine, Allure, Bustle, Men’s Health and more. Kathryn also interviews Poet & Performer Aija Mayrock, author of “Dear Girl.” Starting with the publication of The Survival Guide to Bullying, which she published when she was a teenager, she’s used her words and actions to help others find their voice. Aija was named one of the Today Show’s heroes of the year for 2018 and her work has been published and featured on Good Morning America, The View, The Today Show, Forbes, Publisher’s Weekly, HuffPost, USA Today and many more platforms.
Kathryn interviews Managing Director of Zoukis Consulting Group Christopher Zoukis MBA, author of “Directory of Federal Prisons: The Unofficial Guide to Bureau of Prisons Institutions.” Zoukis served a dozen years in federal prison, so much of the advice he gives his clients comes from personal experience. He’s been interviewed by The Washington Post, USA Today, NY Daily News, The Hill, CNN, Fox News, Detroit Free Press and other media outlets. Kathryn also interviews Sports Broadcaster & Entrepreneur Jordan Babineaux, author of “Pivot to Win: Make The Big Plays In Life, Sports & Business.” Since leaving the NFL, he’s not only become a sports broadcaster, but he has transitioned to entrepreneur, author and business executive. With his new book, he’s helping people to use their strengths to overcome adversity and to be motivated for the long run. He currently serves as the “voice” of the Seattle Seahawks on both television and radio.
Kathryn interviews Managing Director of Zoukis Consulting Group Christopher Zoukis MBA, author of “Directory of Federal Prisons: The Unofficial Guide to Bureau of Prisons Institutions.” Zoukis served a dozen years in federal prison, so much of the advice he gives his clients comes from personal experience. He’s been interviewed by The Washington Post, USA Today, NY Daily News, The Hill, CNN, Fox News, Detroit Free Press and other media outlets. Kathryn also interviews Sports Broadcaster & Entrepreneur Jordan Babineaux, author of “Pivot to Win: Make The Big Plays In Life, Sports & Business.” Since leaving the NFL, he’s not only become a sports broadcaster, but he has transitioned to entrepreneur, author and business executive. With his new book, he’s helping people to use their strengths to overcome adversity and to be motivated for the long run. He currently serves as the “voice” of the Seattle Seahawks on both television and radio.
Kathryn interviews Podcaster Zibby Owens MBA, author of “Moms Don't Have Time To: A Quarantine Anthology.” As the global pandemic took hold earlier this year, Zibby created We Found Time, an online magazine of essays written by both the authors she’d come to know over the years, and herself, inspired by all the things moms don’t have time to do like eat, work out, breathe, read or have sex. Her writing has appeared in The Washington Post, Real Simple, Parents, Marie Claire, Redbook and the NY Times online. Kathryn also interviews Corporate Anthropologist & Founder of Simon Associates Management Consultants Andi Simon PhD. To help some of the people she was coaching, she wrote down eight ways to combat this feeling and tested them on her business clients, executives and even some friends. She’s appeared on Good Morning, America and Bloomberg and published in The Washington Post, LA Times, Forbes, Business Week and more.
Kathryn interviews Podcaster Zibby Owens MBA, author of “Moms Don't Have Time To: A Quarantine Anthology.” As the global pandemic took hold earlier this year, Zibby created We Found Time, an online magazine of essays written by both the authors she’d come to know over the years, and herself, inspired by all the things moms don’t have time to do like eat, work out, breathe, read or have sex. Her writing has appeared in The Washington Post, Real Simple, Parents, Marie Claire, Redbook and the NY Times online. Kathryn also interviews Corporate Anthropologist & Founder of Simon Associates Management Consultants Andi Simon PhD. To help some of the people she was coaching, she wrote down eight ways to combat this feeling and tested them on her business clients, executives and even some friends. She’s appeared on Good Morning, America and Bloomberg and published in The Washington Post, LA Times, Forbes, Business Week and more.
Kathryn interviews Professor of Psychiatry and Neurosciences & Director of The Center For Healthy Aging at UCSD Dilip Jeste MD, author of “Wiser: The Scientific Roots of Wisdom, Compassion, and What Makes Us Good.” Across many cultures and centuries, he's found that wise people are compassionate and empathetic, aware of their gifts and blind spots, open-minded, and resolute and calm amid uncertainty. Dr. Jeste is past president of the American Psychiatric Association. Kathryn also interviews Wealth Manager John Lohrenz, author of “The Prosperity Project: Building Abundance and A Map For A Life Well Lived.” He draws upon his professional and personal experiences and seamlessly blends them with the principles of modern psychology, health, wellness and finance to inform his Pyramid of Prosperity — a reimagined version of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs that reflects present-day fundamental truths. After his career at Merrill Lynch, Lohrenz opened his own firm JKL Wealth Management.
Kathryn interviews Professor of Psychiatry and Neurosciences & Director of The Center For Healthy Aging at UCSD Dilip Jeste MD, author of “Wiser: The Scientific Roots of Wisdom, Compassion, and What Makes Us Good.” Across many cultures and centuries, he's found that wise people are compassionate and empathetic, aware of their gifts and blind spots, open-minded, and resolute and calm amid uncertainty. Dr. Jeste is past president of the American Psychiatric Association. Kathryn also interviews Wealth Manager John Lohrenz, author of “The Prosperity Project: Building Abundance and A Map For A Life Well Lived.” He draws upon his professional and personal experiences and seamlessly blends them with the principles of modern psychology, health, wellness and finance to inform his Pyramid of Prosperity — a reimagined version of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs that reflects present-day fundamental truths. After his career at Merrill Lynch, Lohrenz opened his own firm JKL Wealth Management.
Kathryn interviews Psychologist Kathryn Den Houter PhD, author of “Resilience: A Workbook: Powering Through Adversity to Find Happiness.” Some individuals seem positively unsinkable, no matter how tumultuous the circumstances, while others have difficulty weathering any storm at all. Dr. Den Houter addresses this question and offers valuable, actionable tools based on her background as an educator and as a mother of four. The result is a practical, easy to understand guide that puts the power of resilience in the palm of your hand. Kathryn also interviews Chief Medical Officer, Texas Health Resources Robert Schwab MD, author of “Eddie's Boy.” He explores the things we take for granted, and the things we never knew we had. In addition to writing and speaking on these topics, he teaches an undergraduate seminar at The University of Texas at Dallas and has published poems, stories and essays about healthcare.
Kathryn interviews Psychologist Kathryn Den Houter PhD, author of “Resilience: A Workbook: Powering Through Adversity to Find Happiness.” Some individuals seem positively unsinkable, no matter how tumultuous the circumstances, while others have difficulty weathering any storm at all. Dr. Den Houter addresses this question and offers valuable, actionable tools based on her background as an educator and as a mother of four. The result is a practical, easy to understand guide that puts the power of resilience in the palm of your hand. Kathryn also interviews Chief Medical Officer, Texas Health Resources Robert Schwab MD, author of “Eddie's Boy.” He explores the things we take for granted, and the things we never knew we had. In addition to writing and speaking on these topics, he teaches an undergraduate seminar at The University of Texas at Dallas and has published poems, stories and essays about healthcare.
Kathryn interviews Communications Director, Sierra Nevada Brewing Company Robin Gregory. She and the team at Sierra Nevada have already donated $1 million during the pandemic and are focusing heavily on overcoming the challenge of food insecurity. With philanthropy playing a large role since its beginning, the company has also contributed to help ramp up testing and to provide necessary tools to medical centers for COVID-19. Gregory was previously the San Francisco Editor at HuffPost. Kathryn also interviews Assistant Clinical Professor, New York Medical College Lea Lis MD, author of “No Shame: Real Talk With Your Kids About Sex, Self-Confidence, and Healthy Relationships.” During her training and residency at St. Vincent’s Hospital in New York and NYU and her private psychiatric practice, she has developed expertise in working with modern families of all types. Dr. Lis has a column in Psychology Today and Thrive Global and has appeared as an expert on parenting on ABC, CBS and NBC.
Kathryn interviews Communications Director, Sierra Nevada Brewing Company Robin Gregory. She and the team at Sierra Nevada have already donated $1 million during the pandemic and are focusing heavily on overcoming the challenge of food insecurity. With philanthropy playing a large role since its beginning, the company has also contributed to help ramp up testing and to provide necessary tools to medical centers for COVID-19. Gregory was previously the San Francisco Editor at HuffPost. Kathryn also interviews Assistant Clinical Professor, New York Medical College Lea Lis MD, author of “No Shame: Real Talk With Your Kids About Sex, Self-Confidence, and Healthy Relationships.” During her training and residency at St. Vincent’s Hospital in New York and NYU and her private psychiatric practice, she has developed expertise in working with modern families of all types. Dr. Lis has a column in Psychology Today and Thrive Global and has appeared as an expert on parenting on ABC, CBS and NBC.
Kathryn interviews Harlan Cohen, NY Times bestselling author of “Win or Learn: The Naked Truth About Turning Every Rejection into Your Ultimate Success.” A leading expert on social and emotional learning, leadership, grit, resilience, college readiness, navigating change, parenting and getting comfortable with the uncomfortable, he’s appeared in The NY Times, The Washington Post and on the Today Show. Kathryn also interviews Professor of Management Practice, Harvard Business School Mitchell Weiss, author of “We the Possibility: Harnessing Public Entrepreneurship to Solve Our Most Urgent Problems.” Weiss believes that governments can imagine, try new things and serve the many. He lays the framework for identifying your wants, identifying the risks necessary to pursue them and finding success no matter what the outcome. He created and teaches HBS's courses on Public Entrepreneurship and Entrepreneurial Management and co-founded the Boston Mayor's Office of New Urban Mechanics.
Kathryn interviews Harlan Cohen, NY Times bestselling author of “Win or Learn: The Naked Truth About Turning Every Rejection into Your Ultimate Success.” A leading expert on social and emotional learning, leadership, grit, resilience, college readiness, navigating change, parenting and getting comfortable with the uncomfortable, he’s appeared in The NY Times, The Washington Post and on the Today Show. Kathryn also interviews Professor of Management Practice, Harvard Business School Mitchell Weiss, author of “We the Possibility: Harnessing Public Entrepreneurship to Solve Our Most Urgent Problems.” Weiss believes that governments can imagine, try new things and serve the many. He lays the framework for identifying your wants, identifying the risks necessary to pursue them and finding success no matter what the outcome. He created and teaches HBS's courses on Public Entrepreneurship and Entrepreneurial Management and co-founded the Boston Mayor's Office of New Urban Mechanics.
Kathryn interviews CEO and Principal Strategist, Strategic Mental Health Consulting Mark Henick, author of “So-Called Normal: A Memoir of Family, Depression and Resilience.” His TEDx talk about being saved from death by a stranger is one of the most-watched in the world. Henick has served on the board of directors for the Mental Health Commission of Canada and has been featured in Entertainment Tonight, CNN, HuffPost, the Chicago Tribune and more. Kathryn also interviews Clinical Architect of the Claudia Black Center for Young Adults Claudia Black PhD, author of “It Will Never Happen to Me: Growing Up with Addiction as Youngsters, Adolescents, and Adults”. Since the 1970s, Dr. Black’s work has encompassed the impact of addiction on young and adult children. She is one of the original founders and serves on the Advisory Board for the National Association of Children of Alcoholics and the Advisory Council of the Eluna Foundation and its development of Camp Mariposa.
Kathryn interviews CEO and Principal Strategist, Strategic Mental Health Consulting Mark Henick, author of “So-Called Normal: A Memoir of Family, Depression and Resilience.” His TEDx talk about being saved from death by a stranger is one of the most-watched in the world. Henick has served on the board of directors for the Mental Health Commission of Canada and has been featured in Entertainment Tonight, CNN, HuffPost, the Chicago Tribune and more. Kathryn also interviews Clinical Architect of the Claudia Black Center for Young Adults Claudia Black PhD, author of “It Will Never Happen to Me: Growing Up with Addiction as Youngsters, Adolescents, and Adults”. Since the 1970s, Dr. Black’s work has encompassed the impact of addiction on young and adult children. She is one of the original founders and serves on the Advisory Board for the National Association of Children of Alcoholics and the Advisory Council of the Eluna Foundation and its development of Camp Mariposa.
Kathryn interviews Founder of Clean Mama Becky Rapinchuk, author of “Clean Mama's Guide to a Peaceful Home: Effortless Systems and Joyful Rituals for a Calm, Cozy Home.” She shares her game-changing method of freeing up mental and physical space to help us find joy and make our home-keeping routine effortless. Rapinchuk’s a go-to expert for Better Homes & Gardens, Real Simple, the NY Times, Bon Appétit, HGTV Magazine, InStyle, Shape, Oprah.com, Houzz, Refinery29 and more. Kathryn also interviews Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Everplans Abby Schneiderman, author of “In Case You Get Hit by a Bus: How to Organize Your Life Now for When You're Not Around Later”. She’s crafted a practical program to plan for any contingency plan, covering everything from insurance and wills to medical issues and estate planning. Schneiderman’s an industry expert in the areas of digital estate planning, technology and consumerism. She is a Forbes.com contributor and has been featured in the NY Times, WSJ and CNBC.
Kathryn interviews Founder of Clean Mama Becky Rapinchuk, author of “Clean Mama's Guide to a Peaceful Home: Effortless Systems and Joyful Rituals for a Calm, Cozy Home.” She shares her game-changing method of freeing up mental and physical space to help us find joy and make our home-keeping routine effortless. Rapinchuk’s a go-to expert for Better Homes & Gardens, Real Simple, the NY Times, Bon Appétit, HGTV Magazine, InStyle, Shape, Oprah.com, Houzz, Refinery29 and more. Kathryn also interviews Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Everplans Abby Schneiderman, author of “In Case You Get Hit by a Bus: How to Organize Your Life Now for When You're Not Around Later”. She’s crafted a practical program to plan for any contingency plan, covering everything from insurance and wills to medical issues and estate planning. Schneiderman’s an industry expert in the areas of digital estate planning, technology and consumerism. She is a Forbes.com contributor and has been featured in the NY Times, WSJ and CNBC.
Kathryn interviews Assistant Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, NYU Langone Fertility Center Dr. Shannon DeVore. She shares with us the science behind egg and embryo freezing and how this technology has advanced in the last several decades. Dr. DeVore, who is board-certified in both Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and Obstetrics and Gynecology, is a member of the renowned NYU Fertility Center Team in NYC. Kathryn also interviews Serial Entrepreneur Elaine Culotti. An entrepreneur since age 14, she happily accepted the challenge of going undercover and build a thriving million-dollar business for a small town in the US. Culotti exchanged the comforts of home -- and even her driver's license -- to participate in season 2 of Undercover Billionaire on Discovery. She is a real estate developer, interior designer and founder of the famous House of Rock in Santa Monica, CA.
Kathryn interviews Assistant Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, NYU Langone Fertility Center Dr. Shannon DeVore. She shares with us the science behind egg and embryo freezing and how this technology has advanced in the last several decades. Dr. DeVore, who is board-certified in both Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and Obstetrics and Gynecology, is a member of the renowned NYU Fertility Center Team in NYC. Kathryn also interviews Serial Entrepreneur Elaine Culotti. An entrepreneur since age 14, she happily accepted the challenge of going undercover and build a thriving million-dollar business for a small town in the US. Culotti exchanged the comforts of home -- and even her driver's license -- to participate in season 2 of Undercover Billionaire on Discovery. She is a real estate developer, interior designer and founder of the famous House of Rock in Santa Monica, CA.
Kathryn interviews Professor of Clinical Psychiatry, SUNY-Downstate Health Sciences University Michael Myers MD, author of “Becoming a Doctors' Doctor: A Memoir.” He’s the author of 8 other books,150 articles and has served on the editorial board of several medical journals. Dr. Myers is a recent past President of the NYC Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and lectures widely on topics like how physicians are impacted by living through a pandemic such as COVID-19. Kathryn also interviews Award-Winning Educator, Author & Filmmaker Joe Fatheree. He offers insights and practical steps to help parents make the best of this challenging opportunity, think like a teacher and help their children develop one of the most powerful forces in the world — the mind of an avid, independent learner. His television work has aired nationally on PBS, The Documentary Channel, Hulu and the MLB Network.
Kathryn interviews Professor of Clinical Psychiatry, SUNY-Downstate Health Sciences University Michael Myers MD, author of “Becoming a Doctors' Doctor: A Memoir.” He’s the author of 8 other books,150 articles and has served on the editorial board of several medical journals. Dr. Myers is a recent past President of the NYC Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and lectures widely on topics like how physicians are impacted by living through a pandemic such as COVID-19. Kathryn also interviews Award-Winning Educator, Author & Filmmaker Joe Fatheree. He offers insights and practical steps to help parents make the best of this challenging opportunity, think like a teacher and help their children develop one of the most powerful forces in the world — the mind of an avid, independent learner. His television work has aired nationally on PBS, The Documentary Channel, Hulu and the MLB Network.
Kathryn interviews Senior Lecturer at UPenn Lorene Cary, author of “Ladysitting: My Year with Nana at the End of Her Century.” She journeys through stories of their time together and five generations of their African American family. Cary captures the ruptures, love and forgiveness that can occur in family as she bears witness to her grandmother’s vibrant life. Her work has been featured in TIME, TV Guide, Newsweek and Medium.com. Kathryn also interviews Lisa Garr, owner of Standing Room Only - Audience and Casting Company. SRO has developed a hybrid audience of a small in-person crowd amidst a virtual audience of fans from all over the country. She and her team have provided a live audience of a socially distanced 25 people for the Bill Maher Show, Kevin Hart and MGM. Ms. Garr and all staff members are certified Covid consultants.
Kathryn interviews Senior Lecturer at UPenn Lorene Cary, author of “Ladysitting: My Year with Nana at the End of Her Century.” She journeys through stories of their time together and five generations of their African American family. Cary captures the ruptures, love and forgiveness that can occur in family as she bears witness to her grandmother’s vibrant life. Her work has been featured in TIME, TV Guide, Newsweek and Medium.com. Kathryn also interviews Lisa Garr, owner of Standing Room Only - Audience and Casting Company. SRO has developed a hybrid audience of a small in-person crowd amidst a virtual audience of fans from all over the country. She and her team have provided a live audience of a socially distanced 25 people for the Bill Maher Show, Kevin Hart and MGM. Ms. Garr and all staff members are certified Covid consultants.
Kathryn interviews Financial Advisor Steven Melen, author of “Killer Graces: My path from pain to power and breakthrough living.” In his late thirties, Steve thought he had it all — a successful career in finance, a house on the hill, a lovely and accomplished wife, a beautiful newborn daughter and a zest for life and travel. He was unstoppable ... until a diagnosis of Stage IIIB stomach cancer brought it all to screeching halt. Kathryn also interviews TV Host & Founder, EarthEcho International Philippe Cousteau, author of “The Endangereds.” The first book in a science-backed, high-action series, this adventure of a spunky group of endangered animals has an important environmental message for young audiences. Grandson of Jacques Cousteau, Philippe has hosted numerous TV programs for Discovery, BBC, CNN, Travel Channel and more. Currently he’s the host of the syndicated television show Xploration Awesome Planet and producer/narrator of a new Virtual Reality experience Drop in the Ocean.
Kathryn interviews Financial Advisor Steven Melen, author of “Killer Graces: My path from pain to power and breakthrough living.” In his late thirties, Steve thought he had it all — a successful career in finance, a house on the hill, a lovely and accomplished wife, a beautiful newborn daughter and a zest for life and travel. He was unstoppable ... until a diagnosis of Stage IIIB stomach cancer brought it all to screeching halt. Kathryn also interviews TV Host & Founder, EarthEcho International Philippe Cousteau, author of “The Endangereds.” The first book in a science-backed, high-action series, this adventure of a spunky group of endangered animals has an important environmental message for young audiences. Grandson of Jacques Cousteau, Philippe has hosted numerous TV programs for Discovery, BBC, CNN, Travel Channel and more. Currently he’s the host of the syndicated television show Xploration Awesome Planet and producer/narrator of a new Virtual Reality experience Drop in the Ocean.
Kathryn interviews James B. Duke Professor of Philosophy, Duke University Dr. Allen Buchanan, author of “Our Moral Fate: Evolution and the Escape from Tribalism.” Is tribalism - the political and cultural divisions between Us and Them - an inherent part of our basic moral psychology? Dr. Buchanan offers a counterargument: the moral mind is highly flexible, capable of both tribalism and deeply inclusive moralities, depending on the social environment in which the moral mind operates. Kathryn also interviews Pediatrician & Founding Director, National Center for Disaster Preparedness at Columbia University’s Earth Institute Irwin Redlener MD, author of “The Future of Us: What the Dreams of Children Mean for Twenty-First-Century America.” He examines our nation’s health care safety nets and special programs that are designed to protect and nurture our most vulnerable kids. Dr. Redlener communicates with leadership in US Departments of Health and Human Services and Homeland Security.
Kathryn interviews James B. Duke Professor of Philosophy, Duke University Dr. Allen Buchanan, author of “Our Moral Fate: Evolution and the Escape from Tribalism.” Is tribalism - the political and cultural divisions between Us and Them - an inherent part of our basic moral psychology? Dr. Buchanan offers a counterargument: the moral mind is highly flexible, capable of both tribalism and deeply inclusive moralities, depending on the social environment in which the moral mind operates. Kathryn also interviews Pediatrician & Founding Director, National Center for Disaster Preparedness at Columbia University’s Earth Institute Irwin Redlener MD, author of “The Future of Us: What the Dreams of Children Mean for Twenty-First-Century America.” He examines our nation’s health care safety nets and special programs that are designed to protect and nurture our most vulnerable kids. Dr. Redlener communicates with leadership in US Departments of Health and Human Services and Homeland Security.
Kathryn interviews Author & Mindfulness Expert Julie Potiker JD. She shares thoughtful and meaningful ways to connect with family, even in these unusual times. “Traditional holiday dinners may not be possible right now,” she says, “but it just might be the perfect year to deepen your relationships with loved ones in a new way.” Through her Mindful Methods for Life program offerings, Potiker helps others bring more peace and wellness into their lives. Kathryn also interviews Workplace Productivity Expert Wendy Ellin, author of “Working From Home...How's That Working For You? : Clean Up Your Mess, Set Up Your Space, And Step Up Your Productivity.” With over 20 years of experience in the corporate sector and as a thriving entrepreneur, she set her sights on the work-from-home trend that has become the new normal. Ellin covers the full spectrum of life in the home office and the challenges this construct may present while offering tools to enhance and elevate productivity.
Kathryn interviews Author & Mindfulness Expert Julie Potiker JD. She shares thoughtful and meaningful ways to connect with family, even in these unusual times. “Traditional holiday dinners may not be possible right now,” she says, “but it just might be the perfect year to deepen your relationships with loved ones in a new way.” Through her Mindful Methods for Life program offerings, Potiker helps others bring more peace and wellness into their lives. Kathryn also interviews Workplace Productivity Expert Wendy Ellin, author of “Working From Home...How's That Working For You? : Clean Up Your Mess, Set Up Your Space, And Step Up Your Productivity.” With over 20 years of experience in the corporate sector and as a thriving entrepreneur, she set her sights on the work-from-home trend that has become the new normal. Ellin covers the full spectrum of life in the home office and the challenges this construct may present while offering tools to enhance and elevate productivity.
Kathryn interviews Scientific Director of the American Federation for Aging Research Nir Barzilai MD, author of “Age Later: Health Span, Life Span, and the New Science of Longevity.” He outlines how a combination of lifestyle changes and medication may help older people become less susceptible to illnesses like COVID by increasing not only their immunity but also the overall ability for their body to be able to survive a serious illness. Kathryn also interviews Journalist Reid Forgrave, author of “Love, Zac: Small-Town Football and the Life and Death of an American Boy.” He explores Zac’s tight-knit, football-obsessed Midwestern community; he interviews leading brain scientists, psychologists and sports historians; and he takes a deep dive into the triumphs and sins of the sports entertainment industry. Forgrave has covered the NFL and college football for FoxSports.com and CBS Sports and has been featured in GQ, the NY Times Magazine and Mother Jones.
Kathryn interviews Scientific Director of the American Federation for Aging Research Nir Barzilai MD, author of “Age Later: Health Span, Life Span, and the New Science of Longevity.” He outlines how a combination of lifestyle changes and medication may help older people become less susceptible to illnesses like COVID by increasing not only their immunity but also the overall ability for their body to be able to survive a serious illness. Kathryn also interviews Journalist Reid Forgrave, author of “Love, Zac: Small-Town Football and the Life and Death of an American Boy.” He explores Zac’s tight-knit, football-obsessed Midwestern community; he interviews leading brain scientists, psychologists and sports historians; and he takes a deep dive into the triumphs and sins of the sports entertainment industry. Forgrave has covered the NFL and college football for FoxSports.com and CBS Sports and has been featured in GQ, the NY Times Magazine and Mother Jones.
Kathryn interviews Elizabeth Lesser, best-selling author of “Cassandra Speaks: When Women Are the Storytellers, the Human Story Changes.” Throughout history, most of humankind’s origin stories, hero’s tales, novels and films have been told by men. But what if women had been the storytellers too? Lesser empowers women to trust their instincts, speak their truths and reclaim their authentic voices. She’s given two popular TED talks and is one of Oprah Winfrey’s Super Soul 100. Kathryn also interviews Child and Adolescent Family Therapist Darby Fox LCSW, author of “Rethinking Your Teenager: Shifting from Control and Conflict to Structure and Nurture to Raise Accountable Young Adults.” She offers a new model for the parent-child relationship, encouraging parents to let go of control, while at the same time encouraging independence. Fox appears regularly on-air and in print media including Fox News and CBS and has recently collaborated with Meath Media Group to develop a TV series.
Kathryn interviews Elizabeth Lesser, best-selling author of “Cassandra Speaks: When Women Are the Storytellers, the Human Story Changes.” Throughout history, most of humankind’s origin stories, hero’s tales, novels and films have been told by men. But what if women had been the storytellers too? Lesser empowers women to trust their instincts, speak their truths and reclaim their authentic voices. She’s given two popular TED talks and is one of Oprah Winfrey’s Super Soul 100. Kathryn also interviews Child and Adolescent Family Therapist Darby Fox LCSW, author of “Rethinking Your Teenager: Shifting from Control and Conflict to Structure and Nurture to Raise Accountable Young Adults.” She offers a new model for the parent-child relationship, encouraging parents to let go of control, while at the same time encouraging independence. Fox appears regularly on-air and in print media including Fox News and CBS and has recently collaborated with Meath Media Group to develop a TV series.
Kathryn interviews Feminist Leader Phyllis Chesler PhD, best-selling author of “Requiem for a Female Serial Killer.” Her book challenges everything anyone has ever thought about prostitutes, serial killers and justice in America. Chesler’s an Emerita Professor of Psychology and Women’s Studies at City University of New York and the author of 20 books. She’s been featured in the NY Times, LA Times, Washington Post, HuffPost and more. Kathryn also interviews Founder of Sober Mom Squad Emily Lynn Paulson. She’s teamed up with fellow influencers to form the Sober Mom Squad, a virtual community created during the COVID-19 pandemic that started with an Instagram post Paulson made asking how she could be of service to her audience. Sober since January 2, 2017, she has appeared on media outlets including The Doctors, Parade, Today Parents and USA Today, discussing how to end the shame and stigma of mental health and substance abuse.
Kathryn interviews Feminist Leader Phyllis Chesler PhD, best-selling author of “Requiem for a Female Serial Killer.” Her book challenges everything anyone has ever thought about prostitutes, serial killers and justice in America. Chesler’s an Emerita Professor of Psychology and Women’s Studies at City University of New York and the author of 20 books. She’s been featured in the NY Times, LA Times, Washington Post, HuffPost and more. Kathryn also interviews Founder of Sober Mom Squad Emily Lynn Paulson. She’s teamed up with fellow influencers to form the Sober Mom Squad, a virtual community created during the COVID-19 pandemic that started with an Instagram post Paulson made asking how she could be of service to her audience. Sober since January 2, 2017, she has appeared on media outlets including The Doctors, Parade, Today Parents and USA Today, discussing how to end the shame and stigma of mental health and substance abuse.
Kathryn interviews Professor of Sociology and Education, American University Cynthia Miller-Idriss PhD, author of “Hate in the Homeland: The New Global Far Right.” She lays out the strategies, tactics and underlying ideas of modern far-right extremism, as well as the role meme culture plays in the symbolism and “branding” of modern extremist movements. She’s been featured on CNN and NPR and in WIRED, the NY Times and WSJ. Kathryn also interviews Motivational Speaker Linda Olson MD, FACR, author of “Gone: A Memoir of Love, Body, and Taking Back My Life.” At age twenty-nine, she was vacationing with her husband in Germany when their van was hit by a train, shattering their lives as well as her body. Part medical-survivor memoir, part marriage guide and parenting confessional and part travel blog, Linda asks readers to find not only courage but also laughter in the unexpected challenges we all face.
Kathryn interviews Professor of Sociology and Education, American University Cynthia Miller-Idriss PhD, author of “Hate in the Homeland: The New Global Far Right.” She lays out the strategies, tactics and underlying ideas of modern far-right extremism, as well as the role meme culture plays in the symbolism and “branding” of modern extremist movements. She’s been featured on CNN and NPR and in WIRED, the NY Times and WSJ. Kathryn also interviews Motivational Speaker Linda Olson MD, FACR, author of “Gone: A Memoir of Love, Body, and Taking Back My Life.” At age twenty-nine, she was vacationing with her husband in Germany when their van was hit by a train, shattering their lives as well as her body. Part medical-survivor memoir, part marriage guide and parenting confessional and part travel blog, Linda asks readers to find not only courage but also laughter in the unexpected challenges we all face.
Kathryn interviews Trauma Recovery Expert Suzanne Jones, author of “There Is Nothing to Fix: Becoming Whole Through Radical Self-Acceptance.” She’s helped thousands of participants with her life-changing somatic healing program and leads you on a journey back to your authentic self by guiding you through a personal exploration of recovery, growth and resilience. Jones has been profiled on CNN and in Yoga Journal, the NY Times, Shape and Whole Living. Kathryn also interviews Teacher & Thought Leader Rosalind Wiseman, author of “The Distance Learning Playbook for Parents: How to Support Your Child's Academic, Social, and Emotional Development in Any Setting.” She outlines supportive strategies for navigating virtual environments to ensure effective and impactful learning that aligns the needs and expectations of teachers, parents and students and brings a wealth of reassurance to harried parents about what another semester of learning from home might do to your children’s education.
Kathryn interviews Trauma Recovery Expert Suzanne Jones, author of “There Is Nothing to Fix: Becoming Whole Through Radical Self-Acceptance.” She’s helped thousands of participants with her life-changing somatic healing program and leads you on a journey back to your authentic self by guiding you through a personal exploration of recovery, growth and resilience. Jones has been profiled on CNN and in Yoga Journal, the NY Times, Shape and Whole Living. Kathryn also interviews Teacher & Thought Leader Rosalind Wiseman, author of “The Distance Learning Playbook for Parents: How to Support Your Child's Academic, Social, and Emotional Development in Any Setting.” She outlines supportive strategies for navigating virtual environments to ensure effective and impactful learning that aligns the needs and expectations of teachers, parents and students and brings a wealth of reassurance to harried parents about what another semester of learning from home might do to your children’s education.
Kathryn interviews Life Coach & Model Rosie Mercado, author of “The Girl with the Self-Esteem Issues: A Memoir.” She shares the impossibly true story of her fight to realize her dreams in an inspirational guide filled with hard-earned, heartfelt advice for all women striving for independence. Mercado’s story has been featured in Cosmopolitan, Tiempo, Daily Mail and the NY Post. She’s been recognized as one of People Magazine's Top 25 Most Powerful Latinas. Kathryn also interviews Author & Speaker Dr. David Campt. He’s taught strategies for changing attitudes and behaviors to audiences including The White House, Ford Motor Company and Princeton University. Often referred to as the “White People Whisperer,” Dr. Campt is an expert in the areas of inclusion and equity, cultural competence and intergroup dialogue. He’s the author of several books, workbooks and founder of The Dialogue Company.
Kathryn interviews Life Coach & Model Rosie Mercado, author of “The Girl with the Self-Esteem Issues: A Memoir.” She shares the impossibly true story of her fight to realize her dreams in an inspirational guide filled with hard-earned, heartfelt advice for all women striving for independence. Mercado’s story has been featured in Cosmopolitan, Tiempo, Daily Mail and the NY Post. She’s been recognized as one of People Magazine's Top 25 Most Powerful Latinas. Kathryn also interviews Author & Speaker Dr. David Campt. He’s taught strategies for changing attitudes and behaviors to audiences including The White House, Ford Motor Company and Princeton University. Often referred to as the “White People Whisperer,” Dr. Campt is an expert in the areas of inclusion and equity, cultural competence and intergroup dialogue. He’s the author of several books, workbooks and founder of The Dialogue Company.
Kathryn interviews Historian & Bookseller Francesca Beauman, author of “Matrimony, Inc.: From Personal Ads to Swiping Right, a Story of America Looking for Love.” She examines individual ads placed in various major US cities throughout history and highlights the rise of satire ads as well as the first ads placed by women. Beauman, author of six books, runs the popular book forum “Fran’s Book Shop.” Kathryn also interviews Activist Steve Davis, author of “Undercurrents: Channeling Outrage to Spark Practical Activism.” He shows readers how global citizens have harnessed their outrage to effect change, outlining the ways corporations and businesses can use their assets to begin the currents of actual change. Davis is a senior strategic advisor and interim director, China Country Office, for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and serves as co-chair of the World Health Organization’s Digital Health Technical Advisory Group.
Kathryn interviews Historian & Bookseller Francesca Beauman, author of “Matrimony, Inc.: From Personal Ads to Swiping Right, a Story of America Looking for Love.” She examines individual ads placed in various major US cities throughout history and highlights the rise of satire ads as well as the first ads placed by women. Beauman, author of six books, runs the popular book forum “Fran’s Book Shop.” Kathryn also interviews Activist Steve Davis, author of “Undercurrents: Channeling Outrage to Spark Practical Activism.” He shows readers how global citizens have harnessed their outrage to effect change, outlining the ways corporations and businesses can use their assets to begin the currents of actual change. Davis is a senior strategic advisor and interim director, China Country Office, for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and serves as co-chair of the World Health Organization’s Digital Health Technical Advisory Group.
Kathryn interviews Terri Cheney, NY Times bestselling author of “Modern Madness: An Owner's Manual.” In a recent Census Bureau questionnaire, over 1/3 of US adults self-identified as clinically anxious or depressed, and experts predict that 75,000 additional deaths may be caused by coronavirus despair. Using the familiar framework of an owner’s manual, Cheney imposes order on a frightening and forbidding topic. Her writing has been featured in the NY Times, LA Times, HuffPost, NPR, PsychologyToday.com and more. Kathryn also interviews Actor & Screenwriter Michael Ian Black, author of “A Better Man: A (Mostly Serious) Letter to My Son.” Based on both personal experience and thoughtful observation of the rapid changes that are taking place in our society, he searches for the best way for his son to navigate these changes and become a more evolved man than the majority of those men who have come before him. Black is a multi-media talent who’s starred in numerous films and TV series.
Kathryn interviews Terri Cheney, NY Times bestselling author of “Modern Madness: An Owner's Manual.” In a recent Census Bureau questionnaire, over 1/3 of US adults self-identified as clinically anxious or depressed, and experts predict that 75,000 additional deaths may be caused by coronavirus despair. Using the familiar framework of an owner’s manual, Cheney imposes order on a frightening and forbidding topic. Her writing has been featured in the NY Times, LA Times, HuffPost, NPR, PsychologyToday.com and more. Kathryn also interviews Actor & Screenwriter Michael Ian Black, author of “A Better Man: A (Mostly Serious) Letter to My Son.” Based on both personal experience and thoughtful observation of the rapid changes that are taking place in our society, he searches for the best way for his son to navigate these changes and become a more evolved man than the majority of those men who have come before him. Black is a multi-media talent who’s starred in numerous films and TV series.
Kathryn interviews Founder and CEO Tylers Coffee Tyler Ornstein. He loved the taste and smell of coffee from his first sip at 5 years old, but his father couldn't tolerate it because it upset his stomach. One day, Tyler asked him if he could make a coffee that both of them could drink. Tyler shares about his dogged pursuit, passion and purpose to bring this product to market, starting on his bicycle at age 16. Today, Tylers Coffee boasts 80% growth year-over-year with more than 2,000,000 cups sold. Kathryn also interviews Owner FutureWise Consulting Jenn Curtis MSW, author of “The Parent Compass: Navigating Your Teen's Wellness and Academic Journey in Today's Competitive World.” She offers her insights into the admission process, college rankings and what parents should really be doing to help their teens! FutureWise Consulting is a college counseling and test prep company and was nominated for Orange County Business Journal’s Women in Business Awards 2012 and 2015.
Kathryn interviews Founder and CEO Tylers Coffee Tyler Ornstein. He loved the taste and smell of coffee from his first sip at 5 years old, but his father couldn't tolerate it because it upset his stomach. One day, Tyler asked him if he could make a coffee that both of them could drink. Tyler shares about his dogged pursuit, passion and purpose to bring this product to market, starting on his bicycle at age 16. Today, Tylers Coffee boasts 80% growth year-over-year with more than 2,000,000 cups sold. Kathryn also interviews Owner FutureWise Consulting Jenn Curtis MSW, author of “The Parent Compass: Navigating Your Teen's Wellness and Academic Journey in Today's Competitive World.” She offers her insights into the admission process, college rankings and what parents should really be doing to help their teens! FutureWise Consulting is a college counseling and test prep company and was nominated for Orange County Business Journal’s Women in Business Awards 2012 and 2015.
Kathryn interviews Founder of Schmidt’s Naturals Jaime Schmidt, author of “Supermaker: Crafting Business on Your Own Terms.” She tells the story of her founding and growing Schmidt's Naturals, with tangible business advice for creators and entrepreneurs looking to scale their own passion projects. Schmidt’s story has been covered by Forbes, Inc., Fast Company, FOX News, NBC's Today, Well+Good and more. Kathryn also interviews NY Times Bestselling Author & Journalist Jeffrey Selingo, author of “Who Gets In and Why: A Year Inside College Admissions.” He presents a complicated truth, showing that who gets in is more frequently about the college’s agenda than about the applicant. Selingo’s writing has appeared in The Washington Post, NY Times, The Atlantic and WSJ. He’s the bestselling author of There Is Life After College and College (Un)Bound.
Kathryn interviews Founder of Schmidt’s Naturals Jaime Schmidt, author of “Supermaker: Crafting Business on Your Own Terms.” She tells the story of her founding and growing Schmidt's Naturals, with tangible business advice for creators and entrepreneurs looking to scale their own passion projects. Schmidt’s story has been covered by Forbes, Inc., Fast Company, FOX News, NBC's Today, Well+Good and more. Kathryn also interviews NY Times Bestselling Author & Journalist Jeffrey Selingo, author of “Who Gets In and Why: A Year Inside College Admissions.” He presents a complicated truth, showing that who gets in is more frequently about the college’s agenda than about the applicant. Selingo’s writing has appeared in The Washington Post, NY Times, The Atlantic and WSJ. He’s the bestselling author of There Is Life After College and College (Un)Bound.
Kathryn interviews Neuropsychologist Dr. Michelle Braun PhD, author of “High-Octane Brain: 5 Science-Based Steps to Sharpen Your Memory and Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer's.” American adults fear Alzheimer's more than any other disease - including cancer! Dr. Braun inspires readers to make lasting improvements by understanding the truth about the brain, offering 5 steps to achieve high-octane brain health. Her work has been featured in Psychology Today, CBS, Fox Morning News, Family Circle and more. Kathryn also interviews Life Coach Michael Taylor, author of “Shattering Black Male Stereotypes: Eradicating The 10 Most Destructive Media Generated Illusions About Black Men.” He offers a look into the ten most destructive illusions about black men and delivers solutions and techniques they can use to overcome the stereotype mindset and live above the generic negative illusions about the black race. Taylor has been featured on ABC, NBC, FOX and CBS.
Kathryn interviews Neuropsychologist Dr. Michelle Braun PhD, author of “High-Octane Brain: 5 Science-Based Steps to Sharpen Your Memory and Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer's.” American adults fear Alzheimer's more than any other disease - including cancer! Dr. Braun inspires readers to make lasting improvements by understanding the truth about the brain, offering 5 steps to achieve high-octane brain health. Her work has been featured in Psychology Today, CBS, Fox Morning News, Family Circle and more. Kathryn also interviews Life Coach Michael Taylor, author of “Shattering Black Male Stereotypes: Eradicating The 10 Most Destructive Media Generated Illusions About Black Men.” He offers a look into the ten most destructive illusions about black men and delivers solutions and techniques they can use to overcome the stereotype mindset and live above the generic negative illusions about the black race. Taylor has been featured on ABC, NBC, FOX and CBS.
Kathryn interviews Journalist Andrew Gumbel, author of “Won’t Lose This Dream: How an Upstart Urban University Rewrote the Rules of a Broken System.” He tells the extraordinary story of how Georgia State University tore up the rulebook on education helping realize lifelong dreams of graduating from college. For more than twenty years Gumbel worked as a foreign correspondent for Reuters, The Guardian and The Independent. Kathryn also interviews Professor of Business Administration at Darden School of Business Ed Hess LLM, author of “Hyper-Learning: How to Adapt to the Speed of Change.” He argues that with the advancement of technology, the need for humans to excel at adaptation will not go away when COVID-19 is contained. Workers will be forced to become “hyper-learners” (a person who excels at learning, unlearning and relearning at the pace of change). Hess has been featured in Forbes, the Financial Times, Wired, The Washington Post and more.
Kathryn interviews Journalist Andrew Gumbel, author of “Won’t Lose This Dream: How an Upstart Urban University Rewrote the Rules of a Broken System.” He tells the extraordinary story of how Georgia State University tore up the rulebook on education helping realize lifelong dreams of graduating from college. For more than twenty years Gumbel worked as a foreign correspondent for Reuters, The Guardian and The Independent. Kathryn also interviews Professor of Business Administration at Darden School of Business Ed Hess LLM, author of “Hyper-Learning: How to Adapt to the Speed of Change.” He argues that with the advancement of technology, the need for humans to excel at adaptation will not go away when COVID-19 is contained. Workers will be forced to become “hyper-learners” (a person who excels at learning, unlearning and relearning at the pace of change). Hess has been featured in Forbes, the Financial Times, Wired, The Washington Post and more.
Kathryn interviews NY Times Bestselling Author & Journalist Jane Velez-Mitchell. As the USPS crisis escalates and the upcoming Presidential election nears, a growing contingent of animal loving Americans are demanding a change in the rules to prevent animals from being subjected to needless torture on a journey that would likely end in death. Velez-Mitchell offers insight into this growing problem and these emotionally traumatizing events. Kathryn also interviews Journalist David Davis, author of “Wheels of Courage: How Paralyzed Veterans from World War II Invented Wheelchair Sports, Fought for Disability Rights, and Inspired a Nation.” He reveals how paralyzed veterans organized the first-ever wheelchair basketball teams within VA hospitals after the war, which quickly spread across the nation and changed the perception and treatment of disabled people. Davis’ work has appeared in Sports Illustrated, Smithsonian Magazine, The NY Times, The LA Times, WSJ, Deadspin and Vice.
Kathryn interviews NY Times Bestselling Author & Journalist Jane Velez-Mitchell. As the USPS crisis escalates and the upcoming Presidential election nears, a growing contingent of animal loving Americans are demanding a change in the rules to prevent animals from being subjected to needless torture on a journey that would likely end in death. Velez-Mitchell offers insight into this growing problem and these emotionally traumatizing events. Kathryn also interviews Journalist David Davis, author of “Wheels of Courage: How Paralyzed Veterans from World War II Invented Wheelchair Sports, Fought for Disability Rights, and Inspired a Nation.” He reveals how paralyzed veterans organized the first-ever wheelchair basketball teams within VA hospitals after the war, which quickly spread across the nation and changed the perception and treatment of disabled people. Davis’ work has appeared in Sports Illustrated, Smithsonian Magazine, The NY Times, The LA Times, WSJ, Deadspin and Vice.
Kathryn interviews Obstetrician Alan Lindemann MD. Should expecting mothers choose home or hospital births during the pandemic? Dr. Lindemann discusses the considerations and teaches women and families how to obtain the desired outcomes for their own personal health and pregnancy. Dr. Lindemann has delivered at least 6,000 babies with a zero maternal mortality rate. He received the Rural Health Care Provider of the Year from the North Dakota Rural Health Association in 2012. Kathryn also interviews Psychologist Thalma Lobel PhD, author of “Whatever Works: The Small Cues That Make a Surprising Difference in Our Success at Work?and How to Create a Happier Office.” She presents simple practices to optimize both where and how you work. A former chair at the School of Psychological Sciences at Tel Aviv University and director of the Adler Center for Child Development and Psychotherapy, Lobel has been a visiting professor at Harvard University and a visiting scholar at Tufts University.
Kathryn interviews Obstetrician Alan Lindemann MD. Should expecting mothers choose home or hospital births during the pandemic? Dr. Lindemann discusses the considerations and teaches women and families how to obtain the desired outcomes for their own personal health and pregnancy. Dr. Lindemann has delivered at least 6,000 babies with a zero maternal mortality rate. He received the Rural Health Care Provider of the Year from the North Dakota Rural Health Association in 2012. Kathryn also interviews Psychologist Thalma Lobel PhD, author of “Whatever Works: The Small Cues That Make a Surprising Difference in Our Success at Work?and How to Create a Happier Office.” She presents simple practices to optimize both where and how you work. A former chair at the School of Psychological Sciences at Tel Aviv University and director of the Adler Center for Child Development and Psychotherapy, Lobel has been a visiting professor at Harvard University and a visiting scholar at Tufts University.
Kathryn interviews Founder of The Happiness Center Elia Gourgouris PhD, author of “7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis: A Practical Guide to Emotionally Dealing with Pandemics & Other Disasters.” Pandemic fatigue is real, and the effects of the trauma are being experienced by men and women around the world. Dr. Gourgouris offers practical advice with seven keys to navigating any crisis. He’s the co-host of The Kindness Happiness Connection podcast and a Thrive Global contributor. Kathryn also interviews Director of Glaucoma Services & President of Advanced Eyecare of New York Dr. Daniel Laroche. He offers a range of common-sense precautions that can significantly reduce one’s risk of infection and discusses how telehealth is helping his patients. He received his medical doctorate with honors in research from Weil Cornell University Medical College and completed his glaucoma fellowship at New York Eye and Ear.
Kathryn interviews Founder of The Happiness Center Elia Gourgouris PhD, author of “7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis: A Practical Guide to Emotionally Dealing with Pandemics & Other Disasters.” Pandemic fatigue is real, and the effects of the trauma are being experienced by men and women around the world. Dr. Gourgouris offers practical advice with seven keys to navigating any crisis. He’s the co-host of The Kindness Happiness Connection podcast and a Thrive Global contributor. Kathryn also interviews Director of Glaucoma Services & President of Advanced Eyecare of New York Dr. Daniel Laroche. He offers a range of common-sense precautions that can significantly reduce one’s risk of infection and discusses how telehealth is helping his patients. He received his medical doctorate with honors in research from Weil Cornell University Medical College and completed his glaucoma fellowship at New York Eye and Ear.
Kathryn interviews Pediatrician Claudia M. Gold MD, author of “The Power of Discord: Why the Ups and Downs of Relationships Are the Secret to Building Intimacy, Resilience, and Trust.” She shows how working through the inevitable dissonance of human connection is the path to better relationships. Dr. Gold is on the faculty of the University of Massachusetts Boston Infant-Parent Mental Health Program, the Brazelton Institute at Boston Children’s Hospital and the Berkshire Psychoanalytic Institute. Kathryn also interviews Associate Professor of English, University of Nevada Christopher Coake, author of “You Would Have Told Me Not To: Stories.” He examines the fallout from failed relationships between men and women, relationships that have crumbled under the weight of betrayal, misplaced hopes, illness and, in particular, from masculinity, at its most toxic and misguided. Coake was named one of Granta’s Best Young American Novelists and has been published in numerous literary journals.
Kathryn interviews Pediatrician Claudia M. Gold MD, author of “The Power of Discord: Why the Ups and Downs of Relationships Are the Secret to Building Intimacy, Resilience, and Trust.” She shows how working through the inevitable dissonance of human connection is the path to better relationships. Dr. Gold is on the faculty of the University of Massachusetts Boston Infant-Parent Mental Health Program, the Brazelton Institute at Boston Children’s Hospital and the Berkshire Psychoanalytic Institute. Kathryn also interviews Associate Professor of English, University of Nevada Christopher Coake, author of “You Would Have Told Me Not To: Stories.” He examines the fallout from failed relationships between men and women, relationships that have crumbled under the weight of betrayal, misplaced hopes, illness and, in particular, from masculinity, at its most toxic and misguided. Coake was named one of Granta’s Best Young American Novelists and has been published in numerous literary journals.
Kathryn interviews Founder & CEO, MyWellbeing Alyssa Petersel LMSW. While working in outpatient mental health clinics as a social worker, Petersel saw that individuals seeking a therapist were overwhelmed by the process of finding one. She and her team provide personalized therapist recommendations to those interested in beginning a therapeutic relationship and journey. Petersel’s been featured in Forbes, Allure, Thrive, Bloom and HuffPost. Kathryn also interviews Henry Wade Rogers Professor of Psychology & Professor of Education and Social Policy at Northwestern University Dr. Dan P. McAdams, author of “The Strange Case of Donald J. Trump: A Psychological Reckoning.” He examines the central personality traits, personal values and motives, and the interpersonal and cultural factors that together have shaped Trump's psychological makeup. He’s been featured in The NY Times, The New Yorker, The Atlantic, WSJ and USA Today.
Kathryn interviews Founder & CEO, MyWellbeing Alyssa Petersel LMSW. While working in outpatient mental health clinics as a social worker, Petersel saw that individuals seeking a therapist were overwhelmed by the process of finding one. She and her team provide personalized therapist recommendations to those interested in beginning a therapeutic relationship and journey. Petersel’s been featured in Forbes, Allure, Thrive, Bloom and HuffPost. Kathryn also interviews Henry Wade Rogers Professor of Psychology & Professor of Education and Social Policy at Northwestern University Dr. Dan P. McAdams, author of “The Strange Case of Donald J. Trump: A Psychological Reckoning.” He examines the central personality traits, personal values and motives, and the interpersonal and cultural factors that together have shaped Trump's psychological makeup. He’s been featured in The NY Times, The New Yorker, The Atlantic, WSJ and USA Today.
Kathryn interviews Carol Hughes PhD, author of “Home Will Never Be the Same Again: A Guide for Adult Children of Gray Divorce.” As the divorce rate for older adults soars, so too does the number of adult children who are experiencing parental divorce. Hughes shares her deep understanding gained during the hours she’s spent with these women and men in her clinical practice. She served for ten years as an Associate Professor of Human Services at Saddleback College. Kathryn also interviews Annette Bay Pimentel, author of “All the Way to the Top: How One Girl's Fight for Americans with Disabilities Changed Everything.” As a young girl in the early 80s, Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins, diagnosed with cerebral palsy two years after she was born, realized that she wasn’t treated equally compared to her able-bodied peers and friends. Winner of the Carter G Woodson Award, Pimentel’s new picture book chronicles the life of Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins and her determination to fight for disability rights.
Kathryn interviews Carol Hughes PhD, author of “Home Will Never Be the Same Again: A Guide for Adult Children of Gray Divorce.” As the divorce rate for older adults soars, so too does the number of adult children who are experiencing parental divorce. Hughes shares her deep understanding gained during the hours she’s spent with these women and men in her clinical practice. She served for ten years as an Associate Professor of Human Services at Saddleback College and is a two-time Fulbright Scholar. Kathryn also interviews Linda Olson, multiple bestselling author of “Transform Your Story: Letting Go of the Past When It Won't Let Go of You.” How do you let go of your past when it follows you wherever you go? Is it even possible to move beyond your darkest moment and live the life you were meant to live? Olson’s story is a must-read for anyone who wants to enjoy complete freedom from their past so they can empower their future. She’s a TEDx speaker and founder of Wealth Through Stories.
Kathryn interviews Carol Hughes PhD, author of “Home Will Never Be the Same Again: A Guide for Adult Children of Gray Divorce.” As the divorce rate for older adults soars, so too does the number of adult children who are experiencing parental divorce. Hughes shares her deep understanding gained during the hours she’s spent with these women and men in her clinical practice. She served for ten years as an Associate Professor of Human Services at Saddleback College and is a two-time Fulbright Scholar. Kathryn also interviews Linda Olson, multiple bestselling author of “Transform Your Story: Letting Go of the Past When It Won't Let Go of You.” How do you let go of your past when it follows you wherever you go? Is it even possible to move beyond your darkest moment and live the life you were meant to live? Olson’s story is a must-read for anyone who wants to enjoy complete freedom from their past so they can empower their future. She’s a TEDx speaker and founder of Wealth Through Stories.
Kathryn interviews Helena Dea Bala, author of “Craigslist Confessional: A Collection of Secrets from Anonymous Strangers.” Her book is a series of raw, urgent and heartfelt stories that offer a look behind the curtain of our perfectly-curated lives, and challenge us to treat the strangers among us with empathy and respect. Bala has written for The Washington Post and Vogue. Kathryn also interviews Screenwriter & Coach Hope Andersen, author of “How to Remodel a Life: A Guide to Living Well with Alcoholism and Bipolar Disorder.” Inspired by popular television shows such as “Fixer Upper,” “Property Brothers,” “Flip or Flop” and other programs featuring home remodels and makeovers, Andersen sought to answer the question, “How does one remodel a life?” Her poems have appeared in a chapbook, Taking in Air, and in a variety of e-journals including Ink and Nebula and The Literary Yard.
Kathryn interviews Helena Dea Bala, author of “Craigslist Confessional: A Collection of Secrets from Anonymous Strangers.” Her book is a series of raw, urgent and heartfelt stories that offer a look behind the curtain of our perfectly-curated lives, and challenge us to treat the strangers among us with empathy and respect. Bala has written for The Washington Post and Vogue. Kathryn also interviews Screenwriter & Coach Hope Andersen, author of “How to Remodel a Life: A Guide to Living Well with Alcoholism and Bipolar Disorder.” Inspired by popular television shows such as “Fixer Upper,” “Property Brothers,” “Flip or Flop” and other programs featuring home remodels and makeovers, Andersen sought to answer the question, “How does one remodel a life?” Her poems have appeared in a chapbook, Taking in Air, and in a variety of e-journals including Ink and Nebula and The Literary Yard.
Kathryn interviews Author, Relationship Expert & Intimacy Coach Allana Pratt. Men are typically told to be successful, be a handyman AND be our hero... all at the same time! That’s challenging during the best of times, yet during COVID, all the uncertainty makes it downright overwhelming. Pratt offers practical advice for fathers and their families to thrive confidently during this time. She’s been featured in the HuffPost, People, Forbes and on CBS, TLC and FOX. Kathryn also interviews Certified Montessori Educator & Blogger Simone Davies, author of “The Montessori Toddler: A Parent's Guide to Raising a Curious and Responsible Human Being.” In the US alone, there are more than 4,500 Montessori schools catering to children from infancy to 18 years old. Davies helps parents incorporate Montessori into their home and daily life through her popular blog and online courses available on The Montessori Notebook. She and her work have been featured in the NYTimes.
Kathryn interviews Author, Relationship Expert & Intimacy Coach Allana Pratt. Men are typically told to be successful, be a handyman AND be our hero... all at the same time! That’s challenging during the best of times, yet during COVID, all the uncertainty makes it downright overwhelming. Pratt offers practical advice for fathers and their families to thrive confidently during this time. She’s been featured in the HuffPost, People, Forbes and on CBS, TLC and FOX. Kathryn also interviews Certified Montessori Educator & Blogger Simone Davies, author of “The Montessori Toddler: A Parent's Guide to Raising a Curious and Responsible Human Being.” In the US alone, there are more than 4,500 Montessori schools catering to children from infancy to 18 years old. Davies helps parents incorporate Montessori into their home and daily life through her popular blog and online courses available on The Montessori Notebook. She and her work have been featured in the NYTimes.
Kathryn interviews Susie Orman Schnall, author of “We Came Here to Shine.” Gorgeous Vivi is the star of the Aquacade synchronized swimming spectacular and plucky Max is a journalist for the fair's daily paper. Both are striving to make their way in a world where men try to control their actions and where secrets are closely kept. Their story is one of ambition, friendship and persistence. Schnall’s writing has appeared in the NY Times, HuffPost, POPSUGAR, Writer’s Digest and Glamour. Kathryn also interviews Public Affairs Specialist, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Nikki Fleming. Social distancing guidelines have paused group swimming lessons and curious children may be searching for new things to do at home. Coupled with adults who may be distracted by competing priorities, continued vigilance to water safety remains as important as ever. Fleming specializes in children’s product safety and is the team lead for the Pool Safely drowning prevention education campaign.
Kathryn interviews Susie Orman Schnall, author of “We Came Here to Shine.” Gorgeous Vivi is the star of the Aquacade synchronized swimming spectacular and plucky Max is a journalist for the fair's daily paper. Both are striving to make their way in a world where men try to control their actions and where secrets are closely kept. Their story is one of ambition, friendship and persistence. Schnall’s writing has appeared in the NY Times, HuffPost, POPSUGAR, Writer’s Digest and Glamour. Kathryn also interviews Public Affairs Specialist, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Nikki Fleming. Social distancing guidelines have paused group swimming lessons and curious children may be searching for new things to do at home. Coupled with adults who may be distracted by competing priorities, continued vigilance to water safety remains as important as ever. Fleming specializes in children’s product safety and is the team lead for the Pool Safely drowning prevention education campaign.
Kathryn interviews Senior Distinguished Writer in Residence in the Department of Writing, Literature, and Publishing at Emerson College Jessica Treadway, award-winning author of “The Gretchen Question.” Portraying the most intense and even shameful moments of motherhood, her novel is a celebration of one woman’s private reckoning with the source of her life’s most profound pain. Treadway’s writing has been featured in the Boston Globe, Chicago Tribune, Glamour and HuffPost. Kathryn also interviews Leadership Communication Professor Helio Fred Garcia, author of “Words on Fire: The Power of Incendiary Language and How to Confront It.” He focuses on the language President Trump uses that conditions an audience to accept, condone and commit violence. Garcia’s book, The Power of Communication: Skills to Build Trust, Inspire Loyalty, and Lead Effectively, was named to the United States Marine Corps Commandant's Professional Reading List for five consecutive years.
Kathryn interviews Senior Distinguished Writer in Residence in the Department of Writing, Literature, and Publishing at Emerson College Jessica Treadway, award-winning author of “The Gretchen Question.” Portraying the most intense and even shameful moments of motherhood, her novel is a celebration of one woman’s private reckoning with the source of her life’s most profound pain. Treadway’s writing has been featured in the Boston Globe, Chicago Tribune, Glamour and HuffPost. Kathryn also interviews Leadership Communication Professor Helio Fred Garcia, author of “Words on Fire: The Power of Incendiary Language and How to Confront It.” He focuses on the language President Trump uses that conditions an audience to accept, condone and commit violence. Garcia’s book, The Power of Communication: Skills to Build Trust, Inspire Loyalty, and Lead Effectively, was named to the United States Marine Corps Commandant's Professional Reading List for five consecutive years.
Kathryn interviews Child Psychologist & Professor, University of Minnesota’s College of Education and Human Development Dr. Abigail Gewirtz, author of “When the World Feels Like a Scary Place: Essential Conversations for Anxious Parents and Worried Kids.” She offers tools to address tough conversations with kids from ages 3 to 18 and coaches parents through the hard conversations about violence and bullying, climate and environmental stressors, relentless tech and media exposure, economic inequality, and political polarization. Kathryn also interviews Actress & Foster Care and Adoption Advocate Jen Lilley. She recently launched her new weekly podcast Fostering Hope, which aims to help normalize and support adoptive families of all types, foster ethical practices and champion for safe, loving families for the children who need them. Lilley’s a celebrity ambassador for the child abuse and treatment organizations Childhelp, Project Orphans, ECPAT and The Dave Thomas Foundation.
Kathryn interviews Child Psychologist & Professor, University of Minnesota’s College of Education and Human Development Dr. Abigail Gewirtz, author of “When the World Feels Like a Scary Place: Essential Conversations for Anxious Parents and Worried Kids.” She offers tools to address tough conversations with kids from ages 3 to 18 and coaches parents through the hard conversations about violence and bullying, climate and environmental stressors, relentless tech and media exposure, economic inequality, and political polarization. Kathryn also interviews Actress & Foster Care and Adoption Advocate Jen Lilley. She recently launched her new weekly podcast Fostering Hope, which aims to help normalize and support adoptive families of all types, foster ethical practices and champion for safe, loving families for the children who need them. Lilley’s a celebrity ambassador for the child abuse and treatment organizations Childhelp, Project Orphans, ECPAT and The Dave Thomas Foundation.
Kathryn interviews Senior VP of Sales, FranklinCovey Jennifer Colosimo. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has spurred profoundly increased levels of personal and organizational effectiveness for readers worldwide. As a keynote speaker, panelist and member of FranklinCovey’s leadership team, Colosimo discusses how we can apply The 7 Habits during these unprecedented times. Kathryn also interviews Director, Scattergood Program for the Applied Ethics of Behavioral Health Care & Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Ethics & Health Policy at the University of Pennsylvania Dominic Sisti PhD. He authored a new white paper that helps health policymakers make decisions to ensure the lives of people with disabilities are not secondary during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Sisti, whose work has appeared in the NY Times, Philadelphia Inquirer and Slate, also studies how mental disorders are defined and categorized with a focus on personality disorders.
Kathryn interviews Senior VP of Sales, FranklinCovey Jennifer Colosimo. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has spurred profoundly increased levels of personal and organizational effectiveness for readers worldwide. As a keynote speaker, panelist and member of FranklinCovey’s leadership team, Colosimo discusses how we can apply The 7 Habits during these unprecedented times. Kathryn also interviews Director, Scattergood Program for the Applied Ethics of Behavioral Health Care & Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Ethics & Health Policy at the University of Pennsylvania Dominic Sisti PhD. He authored a new white paper that helps health policymakers make decisions to ensure the lives of people with disabilities are not secondary during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Sisti, whose work has appeared in the NY Times, Philadelphia Inquirer and Slate, also studies how mental disorders are defined and categorized with a focus on personality disorders.
Kathryn interviews Author, Speaker & Founder of New England Heart Center Stephen Sinatra MD. He offers solutions to maintaining cardiovascular health, including the use of nutrients to support our immune system, and ways to reduce stress and lower blood pressure. Through his books and educating the public on CNN, MSNBC and The Dr. Oz Show, Dr. Sinatra has helped tens of thousands of people to achieve better heart health. Kathryn also interviews Faculty, Mount Sinai School of Medicine & Co-Founder of Therapy West Dr. Jeffrey Kassinove. COVID-19 has created conditions that have greatly contributed to the uncertainty of our mental health. Marriages and partnerships are strained, school closures are increasing student anxiety and depression, and the stress of reopening the country is just as difficult as enduring more social distancing. Dr. Kassinove spends the majority of his time collaborating with parents, families and other professionals to improve the lives of his patients.
Kathryn interviews Author, Speaker & Founder of New England Heart Center Stephen Sinatra MD. He offers solutions to maintaining cardiovascular health, including the use of nutrients to support our immune system, and ways to reduce stress and lower blood pressure. Through his books and educating the public on CNN, MSNBC and The Dr. Oz Show, Dr. Sinatra has helped tens of thousands of people to achieve better heart health. Kathryn also interviews Faculty, Mount Sinai School of Medicine & Co-Founder of Therapy West Dr. Jeffrey Kassinove. COVID-19 has created conditions that have greatly contributed to the uncertainty of our mental health. Marriages and partnerships are strained, school closures are increasing student anxiety and depression, and the stress of reopening the country is just as difficult as enduring more social distancing. Dr. Kassinove spends the majority of his time collaborating with parents, families and other professionals to improve the lives of his patients.
Kathryn interviews Pediatric Anesthesiologist & Professor, Stanford University Medical Center Greg Hammer MD, author of “GAIN Without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health Care Professionals”. The rising costs of burnout are staggering as health care professionals sacrifice their health, happiness and relationships. Dr. Hammer helps health care professionals prevent burnout and reclaim happiness. He’s a featured speaker at Harvard, UPenn, USC, Northwestern and Stanford universities. Kathryn also interviews Founder of TimeSlips Anne Basting PhD, author of “Creative Care: A Revolutionary Approach to Dementia and Elder Care”. Caring for the elderly during this pandemic has its own set of challenges. To alleviate elders’ sense of aloneness, she’s developed a radical approach engaging the elderly, using imagination and creativity to help bridge the communications void. Her work has been featured in a PBS documentary and she is the recipient of a MacArthur Genius Grant.
Kathryn interviews Pediatric Anesthesiologist & Professor, Stanford University Medical Center Greg Hammer MD, author of “GAIN Without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health Care Professionals”. The rising costs of burnout are staggering as health care professionals sacrifice their health, happiness and relationships. Dr. Hammer helps health care professionals prevent burnout and reclaim happiness. He’s a featured speaker at Harvard, UPenn, USC, Northwestern and Stanford universities. Kathryn also interviews Founder of TimeSlips Anne Basting PhD, author of “Creative Care: A Revolutionary Approach to Dementia and Elder Care”. Caring for the elderly during this pandemic has its own set of challenges. To alleviate elders’ sense of aloneness, she’s developed a radical approach engaging the elderly, using imagination and creativity to help bridge the communications void. Her work has been featured in a PBS documentary and she is the recipient of a MacArthur Genius Grant.
Kathryn interviews Clinical Forensic Psychologist & Chairman for Mainstream Mental Health Dr. John Huber. In a recent Gallup poll, 68% of Americans said they can continue following social distancing guidelines for as long as is necessary before their physical health suffers. But fewer say their mental health will hold out as long. Dr. Huber offers strategies for bolstering our mental health during the global pandemic and has been featured on ABC, NBC and CBS. Kathryn also interviews Author, Nutritionist & Member of Presidential Task Force on Obesity Robert Ferguson MS, CN. A Washington Post analysis of data shows a rate of infection among African Americans in counties that are majority black that’s 3x higher than counties that are majority white and a death rate that’s 6x higher. Ferguson discusses what the African American community can do to improve their health. He works closely with Fortune 500 companies as well as celebrities including Chaka Khan, Toni Braxton and Ricki Lake.
Kathryn interviews Clinical Forensic Psychologist & Chairman for Mainstream Mental Health Dr. John Huber. In a recent Gallup poll, 68% of Americans said they can continue following social distancing guidelines for as long as is necessary before their physical health suffers. But fewer say their mental health will hold out as long. Dr. Huber offers strategies for bolstering our mental health during the global pandemic and has been featured on ABC, NBC and CBS. Kathryn also interviews Author, Nutritionist & Member of Presidential Task Force on Obesity Robert Ferguson MS, CN. A Washington Post analysis of data shows a rate of infection among African Americans in counties that are majority black that’s 3x higher than counties that are majority white and a death rate that’s 6x higher. Ferguson discusses what the African American community can do to improve their health. He works closely with Fortune 500 companies as well as celebrities including Chaka Khan, Toni Braxton and Ricki Lake.
Kathryn interviews Executive Coach & Trainer John Futterknecht MEd, author of “Leading in the Global Matrix: Proven Skills and Strategies to Succeed in a Collaborative World.” He shows why leaders need to turn away from their instinct to sacrifice their health to ensure their organization’s survival - and how to put their well-being first. Futterknecht has worked with leaders at some of the world’s largest companies, including many Fortune 500s. Kathryn also interviews Psychotherapist & Founder, Refuge in Grief Megan Devine LCPC, author of “It's OK That You're Not OK: Meeting Grief and Loss in a Culture That Doesn't Understand.” She believes that making the world a better place starts with acknowledging grief, rather than seeking to overcome it. Devine advocates for a revolution in how we discuss loss - personally, professionally and as a wider community. Her work has been featured in NY Times, NPR, Washington Post, GQ, Harvard Business Review and Bitch Magazine.
Kathryn interviews Executive Coach & Trainer John Futterknecht MEd, author of “Leading in the Global Matrix: Proven Skills and Strategies to Succeed in a Collaborative World.” He shows why leaders need to turn away from their instinct to sacrifice their health to ensure their organization’s survival - and how to put their well-being first. Futterknecht has worked with leaders at some of the world’s largest companies, including many Fortune 500s. Kathryn also interviews Psychotherapist & Founder, Refuge in Grief Megan Devine LCPC, author of “It's OK That You're Not OK: Meeting Grief and Loss in a Culture That Doesn't Understand.” She believes that making the world a better place starts with acknowledging grief, rather than seeking to overcome it. Devine advocates for a revolution in how we discuss loss - personally, professionally and as a wider community. Her work has been featured in NY Times, NPR, Washington Post, GQ, Harvard Business Review and Bitch Magazine.
Kathryn interviews Licensed Therapist Claire Bidwell Smith MA, author of “Anxiety: The Missing Stage of Grief: A Revolutionary Approach to Understanding and Healing the Impact of Loss.” Dealing with grief on its own can already be an isolating experience that leads to anxiety and Smith provides a road map to keeping cycles of grief, isolation and anxiety from snowballing. She’s written for The NY Times, Washington Post, Guardian, HuffPost, Salon.com, Slate and more. Kathryn also interviews Award-winning Author & Psychiatrist Carole Lieberman MD, MPH. She shares insights on why Americans are reaching their breaking point and leaving home before social distancing orders have been lifted. When Dr. Carole isn't seeing patients or testifying at trials as a forensic psychiatrist/expert witness, she's working as a three-time, Emmy-honored TV personality who has appeared on Oprah, the Today Show, Good Morning America, CNN, Fox News and more.
Kathryn interviews Licensed Therapist Claire Bidwell Smith MA, author of “Anxiety: The Missing Stage of Grief: A Revolutionary Approach to Understanding and Healing the Impact of Loss.” Dealing with grief on its own can already be an isolating experience that leads to anxiety and Smith provides a road map to keeping cycles of grief, isolation and anxiety from snowballing. She’s written for The NY Times, Washington Post, Guardian, HuffPost, Salon.com, Slate and more. Kathryn also interviews Award-winning Author & Psychiatrist Carole Lieberman MD, MPH. She shares insights on why Americans are reaching their breaking point and leaving home before social distancing orders have been lifted. When Dr. Carole isn't seeing patients or testifying at trials as a forensic psychiatrist/expert witness, she's working as a three-time, Emmy-honored TV personality who has appeared on Oprah, the Today Show, Good Morning America, CNN, Fox News and more.
Kathryn interviews Creative Writing and Literature teacher at Antioch University, Los Angeles Deborah Lott, author of “Don't Go Crazy Without Me.” More than just the tragicomic coming-of-age story of a girl growing up under the magnetic spell of her outrageously eccentric father, she tells the story of an era. Lott’s memoirs, essays and reportage have been published in the Bellingham Review, LA Times and more. Kathryn also interviews Author, Speaker & Board-Certified Anesthesiologist Dr. Lynette Charity. #Quarantinedlife has become a trending hashtag on social media with scores of people sharing posts about boredom, anxiety and frustration. As we enter #quarantinedlife for the foreseeable future, will basic health advice be enough? And is it even possible? According to Dr. Charity, these general health guidelines are even more important as we self-isolate. She received her MD degree from Tufts University School of Medicine.
Kathryn interviews Creative Writing and Literature teacher at Antioch University, Los Angeles Deborah Lott, author of “Don't Go Crazy Without Me.” More than just the tragicomic coming-of-age story of a girl growing up under the magnetic spell of her outrageously eccentric father, she tells the story of an era. Lott’s memoirs, essays and reportage have been published in the Bellingham Review, LA Times and more. Kathryn also interviews Author, Speaker & Board-Certified Anesthesiologist Dr. Lynette Charity. #Quarantinedlife has become a trending hashtag on social media with scores of people sharing posts about boredom, anxiety and frustration. As we enter #quarantinedlife for the foreseeable future, will basic health advice be enough? And is it even possible? According to Dr. Charity, these general health guidelines are even more important as we self-isolate. She received her MD degree from Tufts University School of Medicine.
Kathryn interviews Therapist & Cognitive Neuroscience Researcher, Rutgers University-Newark Nan Wise PhD, author of “Why Good Sex Matters: Understanding the Neuroscience of Pleasure for a Smarter, Happier, and More Purpose-Filled Life.” For more than thirty years, Dr. Nan Wise has worked as a therapist helping people achieve more satisfying sexual lives. She's contributed her expertise to the National Geographic, Washington Post and HuffPost. Kathryn also interviews Research Associate, Wise Counsel Research Dennis Jaffe PhD, author of “Borrowed from Your Grandchildren: The Evolution of 100-Year Family Enterprises.” He’s a leading architect of the field of family enterprise consulting and is an acclaimed workshop leader in programs for business families and financial service firms. Jaffe is a Family Business Scholar at the Smith Family Business Program at Cornell University, a faculty advisor at the Ultra High Net Worth Institute and a regular contributor to Forbes Leadership channel.
Kathryn interviews Therapist & Cognitive Neuroscience Researcher, Rutgers University-Newark Nan Wise PhD, author of “Why Good Sex Matters: Understanding the Neuroscience of Pleasure for a Smarter, Happier, and More Purpose-Filled Life.” For more than thirty years, Dr. Nan Wise has worked as a therapist helping people achieve more satisfying sexual lives. She's contributed her expertise to the National Geographic, Washington Post and HuffPost. Kathryn also interviews Research Associate, Wise Counsel Research Dennis Jaffe PhD, author of “Borrowed from Your Grandchildren: The Evolution of 100-Year Family Enterprises.” He’s a leading architect of the field of family enterprise consulting and is an acclaimed workshop leader in programs for business families and financial service firms. Jaffe is a Family Business Scholar at the Smith Family Business Program at Cornell University, a faculty advisor at the Ultra High Net Worth Institute and a regular contributor to Forbes Leadership channel.
Kathryn interviews NY Times Reporter Jennifer Steinhauer, author of “The Firsts: The Inside Story of the Women Reshaping Congress.” In January 2019, the largest number of women ever elected to Congress was sworn in - 87 in the House and 23 in the Senate. Steinhauer has been following this historic transition from day one and uses her rare vantage point to take a behind-the-scenes look at these newcomer’s individual and collective attempts to usher in real change in Washington. Kathryn also interviews Washington Post columnist & Associate Professor of History, Miami University in Ohio Kimberly Hamlin PhD, author of “Free Thinker: Sex, Suffrage, and the Extraordinary Life of Helen Hamilton Gardener.” It's the ideal time to shed light on Helen Hamilton Gardener, a suffragist for the #MeToo era, who paved the way for women like RBG, HRC and AOC, as well as raising questions about racial inequality. Professor Hamlin contributes to the “Made by History” series in the Washington Post.
Kathryn interviews NY Times Reporter Jennifer Steinhauer, author of “The Firsts: The Inside Story of the Women Reshaping Congress.” In January 2019, the largest number of women ever elected to Congress was sworn in - 87 in the House and 23 in the Senate. Steinhauer has been following this historic transition from day one and uses her rare vantage point to take a behind-the-scenes look at these newcomer’s individual and collective attempts to usher in real change in Washington. Kathryn also interviews Washington Post columnist & Associate Professor of History, Miami University in Ohio Kimberly Hamlin PhD, author of “Free Thinker: Sex, Suffrage, and the Extraordinary Life of Helen Hamilton Gardener.” It's the ideal time to shed light on Helen Hamilton Gardener, a suffragist for the #MeToo era, who paved the way for women like RBG, HRC and AOC, as well as raising questions about racial inequality. Professor Hamlin contributes to the “Made by History” series in the Washington Post.
Kathryn interviews Forensic Anthropologist & Bones TV Producer Kathy Reichs PhD, NY Times best-selling author of “A Conspiracy of Bones.” Her riveting new novel delivers all the twists and turns we’ve come to expect from the master of suspense, alongside a ripped-from-the-headlines plot that will thrill readers from the first page. Currently on leave, Dr. Reichs is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte. Kathryn also interviews Rehabilitation Consultant Val Walker MS, author of “400 Friends and No One to Call: Breaking through Isolation and Building Community.” The National Science Foundation has reported the number of Americans with no close friends has tripled since 1985 and an unprecedented number of Americans are living alone. Generation Z and Millennials report being the loneliest despite their high consumption of social media. For 24 years Walker’s led support groups for people living with chronic illness, grief and trauma.
Kathryn interviews Forensic Anthropologist & Bones TV Producer Kathy Reichs PhD, NY Times best-selling author of “A Conspiracy of Bones.” Her riveting new novel delivers all the twists and turns we’ve come to expect from the master of suspense, alongside a ripped-from-the-headlines plot that will thrill readers from the first page. Currently on leave, Dr. Reichs is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte. Kathryn also interviews Rehabilitation Consultant Val Walker MS, author of “400 Friends and No One to Call: Breaking through Isolation and Building Community.” The National Science Foundation has reported the number of Americans with no close friends has tripled since 1985 and an unprecedented number of Americans are living alone. Generation Z and Millennials report being the loneliest despite their high consumption of social media. For 24 years Walker’s led support groups for people living with chronic illness, grief and trauma.
Kathryn interviews Psychologist Carder Stout PhD, author of “Lost in Ghost Town: A Memoir of Addiction, Redemption and Hope in Unlikely Places.” A tale of excruciating truth and visceral fear, Stout takes us into the stranglehold of addiction and his combat-zone battle to overcome it. He is now a Los Angeles-based psychologist and therapist to Hollywood’s elite. Stout’s clientele include Oscar, Golden Globe, Grammy, Tony and Emmy award winners. Kathryn also interviews Certified Coach Robyn Cruze MA, author of “Making Peace with Your Plate: Eating Disorder Recovery.” An estimated 70 million people suffer from eating disorders yet their loved ones, as well as adults who have overcome eating-disorder behaviors, still have eating-disorder thinking. She helps unshackle us from our fears, anxiety and the need to control by providing proven strategies for recovery and taking back our power. Cruze is an active blogger, freelance writer, and the author of a children’s affirmation book.
Kathryn interviews Psychologist Carder Stout PhD, author of “Lost in Ghost Town: A Memoir of Addiction, Redemption and Hope in Unlikely Places.” A tale of excruciating truth and visceral fear, Stout takes us into the stranglehold of addiction and his combat-zone battle to overcome it. He is now a Los Angeles-based psychologist and therapist to Hollywood’s elite. Stout’s clientele include Oscar, Golden Globe, Grammy, Tony and Emmy award winners. Kathryn also interviews Certified Coach Robyn Cruze MA, author of “Making Peace with Your Plate: Eating Disorder Recovery.” An estimated 70 million people suffer from eating disorders yet their loved ones, as well as adults who have overcome eating-disorder behaviors, still have eating-disorder thinking. She helps unshackle us from our fears, anxiety and the need to control by providing proven strategies for recovery and taking back our power. Cruze is an active blogger, freelance writer, and the author of a children’s affirmation book.
Kathryn interviews Editor & Director Beth Cramer, author of “WHY DIDN'T I NOTICE HER BEFORE?: a memoir about dying to live.” Who would have thought that the journey towards purpose and peace would be achieved through the teachings of cancer? That's what happened to Cramer when she was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer. Her highly recognizable editorial work includes campaigns for Clairol, Avon, Dove, Olay, Victoria’s Secret, Levi’s, Sprint, Chase, ESPN, NY Rangers and Boar’s Head. Kathryn also interviews Author & Sexuality and Relationship Educator Dr. Logan Levkoff. Levkoff makes it clear that sex and sexuality are not “dirty” words; she works to create an environment where people feel comfortable asking (and getting answers to) their most personal questions. She frequently appears on television including Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Rachael Ray Show, The CBS Early Show, Oprah, Fox and CNN and blogs for HuffPost.
Kathryn interviews Editor & Director Beth Cramer, author of “WHY DIDN'T I NOTICE HER BEFORE?: a memoir about dying to live.” Who would have thought that the journey towards purpose and peace would be achieved through the teachings of cancer? That's what happened to Cramer when she was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer. Her highly recognizable editorial work includes campaigns for Clairol, Avon, Dove, Olay, Victoria’s Secret, Levi’s, Sprint, Chase, ESPN, NY Rangers and Boar’s Head. Kathryn also interviews Author & Sexuality and Relationship Educator Dr. Logan Levkoff. Levkoff makes it clear that sex and sexuality are not “dirty” words; she works to create an environment where people feel comfortable asking (and getting answers to) their most personal questions. She frequently appears on television including Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Rachael Ray Show, The CBS Early Show, Oprah, Fox and CNN and blogs for HuffPost.
Kathryn interviews Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, University of British Columbia Dr. Ashley Miller, author of “What to Say to Kids When Nothing Seems to Work: A Practical Guide for Parents and Caregivers.” Bringing a little humor into the chaos of life with kids, parents will find real-life examples that help them understand their kids’ behavior and emotions. Dr. Miller is featured regularly at professional conferences, on-air and in publications such as Today’s Parent. Kathryn also interviews Speaker & Co-Founder, The Uncomfortable Conversation Sarah Beaulieu, author of “Breaking the Silence Habit: A Practical Guide to Uncomfortable Conversations in the #MeToo Workplace.” She offers a framework for leaders, managers and employees who want their workplaces to feel safer. Her work has been featured in multiple news outlets, including Harvard Business Review, the Associated Press, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, NPR, AskMen, Fox News and Boston Business Journal.
Kathryn interviews Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, University of British Columbia Dr. Ashley Miller, author of “What to Say to Kids When Nothing Seems to Work: A Practical Guide for Parents and Caregivers.” Bringing a little humor into the chaos of life with kids, parents will find real-life examples that help them understand their kids’ behavior and emotions. Dr. Miller is featured regularly at professional conferences, on-air and in publications such as Today’s Parent. Kathryn also interviews Speaker & Co-Founder, The Uncomfortable Conversation Sarah Beaulieu, author of “Breaking the Silence Habit: A Practical Guide to Uncomfortable Conversations in the #MeToo Workplace.” She offers a framework for leaders, managers and employees who want their workplaces to feel safer. Her work has been featured in multiple news outlets, including Harvard Business Review, the Associated Press, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, NPR, AskMen, Fox News and Boston Business Journal.
Kathryn interviews VP of Community & Culture, Zillow Group, and CEO, OwnTrail.com Rebekah Bastian, author of “Blaze Your Own Trail: An Interactive Guide to Navigating Life with Confidence, Solidarity and Compassion.” Through compelling mix-and-match, real-world storylines and provocative data points, Bastian inspires women to embrace the fact that there’s no one “perfect” linear path. She’s been featured in Medium, HuffPost, Thrive Global and is a regular contributor to Forbes. Kathryn also interviews Director of Cardiac Transplantation, The Sandra Atlas Bass Heart Hospital Dr. Brian Lima, author of “Heart To Beat: A Cardiac Surgeon’s Inspiring Story of Success and Overcoming Adversity - The Heart Way.” He shares his story, giving everyone – not just aspiring physicians – the tools needed to be their best selves. Dr. Lima completed his medical training at Duke University and the Cleveland Clinic and published nearly 80 articles in peer-reviewed medical journals.
Kathryn interviews Founder, Non-Obvious Company Rohit Bhargava, WSJ bestselling author of “Non-Obvious Megatrends: How to See What Others Miss and Predict the Future.” You don’t need to be a futurist or innovator to learn to think like one. The key to growing your business or propelling your career into the next decade lies in better understanding the present. Bhargava is regularly featured as an expert commentator in global media including Harvard Business Review, The Guardian and NPR. Kathryn also interviews Director of Cardiac Transplantation, The Sandra Atlas Bass Heart Hospital Dr. Brian Lima, author of “Heart To Beat: A Cardiac Surgeon’s Inspiring Story of Success and Overcoming Adversity - The Heart Way.” He shares his story, giving everyone – not just aspiring physicians – the tools needed to be their best selves. Dr. Lima completed his medical training at Duke University and the Cleveland Clinic and published nearly 80 articles in peer-reviewed medical journals.
Kathryn interviews Founder, Non-Obvious Company Rohit Bhargava, WSJ bestselling author of “Non-Obvious Megatrends: How to See What Others Miss and Predict the Future.” You don’t need to be a futurist or innovator to learn to think like one. The key to growing your business or propelling your career into the next decade lies in better understanding the present. Bhargava is regularly featured as an expert commentator in global media including Harvard Business Review, The Guardian and NPR. Kathryn also interviews Director of Cardiac Transplantation, The Sandra Atlas Bass Heart Hospital Dr. Brian Lima, author of “Heart To Beat: A Cardiac Surgeon’s Inspiring Story of Success and Overcoming Adversity - The Heart Way.” He shares his story, giving everyone – not just aspiring physicians – the tools needed to be their best selves. Dr. Lima completed his medical training at Duke University and the Cleveland Clinic and published nearly 80 articles in peer-reviewed medical journals.
Kathryn interviews Ada Calhoun, NY Times best-selling author of “Why We Can't Sleep: Women's New Midlife Crisis.” Calhoun sheds light on the cultural and political challenges facing Gen X women and surmises that they should reframe the story of their lives and mistakes and learn to see themselves as “heroines worth rooting for.” She’s collaborated on several NY Times best-sellers and written for the NY Times, The Oprah Magazine, New York and The New Republic. Kathryn also interviews CEO & Chief Medical Officer at Hospice Buffalo Christopher Kerr MD, PhD, author of “Death Is But a Dream: Finding Hope and Meaning at Life's End.” He suggests that end-of-life experiences ought to be “recognized as evidence of the life-affirming and inspiring resilience of the human spirit.” Kerr earned his MD as well as a PhD in Neurobiology and his research has received international attention and has been featured in The NY Times, Atlantic Monthly and BBC.
Kathryn interviews Ada Calhoun, NY Times best-selling author of “Why We Can't Sleep: Women's New Midlife Crisis.” Calhoun sheds light on the cultural and political challenges facing Gen X women and surmises that they should reframe the story of their lives and mistakes and learn to see themselves as “heroines worth rooting for.” She’s collaborated on several NY Times best-sellers and written for the NY Times, The Oprah Magazine, New York and The New Republic. Kathryn also interviews Investor & Entrepreneur Leslie Schrock, author of “Bumpin': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy: Navigating the Wild, Weird, and Wonderful Journey From Conception Through Birth and Beyond.” She developed a part memoir/part practical guide that debunks the most pervasive pregnancy myths to help readers take control of their parenting journey. Schrock was named one of Fast Company’s Most Creative People in Business and has been featured in NPR, Time, GQ, Entrepreneur, Wired and The NY Times.
Kathryn interviews Ada Calhoun, NY Times best-selling author of “Why We Can't Sleep: Women's New Midlife Crisis.” Calhoun sheds light on the cultural and political challenges facing Gen X women and surmises that they should reframe the story of their lives and mistakes and learn to see themselves as “heroines worth rooting for.” She’s collaborated on several NY Times best-sellers and written for the NY Times, The Oprah Magazine, New York and The New Republic. Kathryn also interviews CEO, Children’s Learning Centers of Fairfield County Marc Jaffe JD, author of “PLAY TO LEARN: SEASONS A New Book to Help Parents Learn How to Play (with their Kids).” To help parents give their children a head start, Jaffe and the CLC have produced the first in a series of activity books for families of preschoolers which help to boost learning and socialization. He was President of several divisions of Simon & Schuster as well as Rodale where he published the international bestseller The South Beach Diet.
Kathryn interviews Ada Calhoun, NY Times best-selling author of “Why We Can't Sleep: Women's New Midlife Crisis.” Calhoun sheds light on the cultural and political challenges facing Gen X women and surmises that they should reframe the story of their lives and mistakes and learn to see themselves as “heroines worth rooting for.” She’s collaborated on several NY Times best-sellers and written for the NY Times, The Oprah Magazine, New York and The New Republic. Kathryn also interviews CEO, Children’s Learning Centers of Fairfield County Marc Jaffe JD, author of “PLAY TO LEARN: SEASONS A New Book to Help Parents Learn How to Play (with their Kids).” To help parents give their children a head start, Jaffe and the CLC have produced the first in a series of activity books for families of preschoolers which help to boost learning and socialization. He was President of several divisions of Simon & Schuster as well as Rodale where he published the international bestseller The South Beach Diet.
Kathryn interviews Professor Emeritus at Springfield College Dr. JoAnne Silver Jones, author of “Headstrong: Surviving a Traumatic Brain Injury.” While she was in Washington DC to celebrate Barack Obama’s inauguration in 2009, Jones was walking from the DC Metro stop when she was randomly attacked by a man with a hammer. Part vivid memoir of trauma and hope and part reflection on our country’s systematic racism within our education and criminal justice systems, her book is a searing portrayal of one woman’s fight for survival. Kathryn also interviews Lehigh Valley Executive and VP, Distribution Channels & Labor Relations for Capital BlueCross Anne Corley Baum, author of “Small Mistakes, Big Consequences: Develop Your Soft Skills to Help You Succeed.” Her goal is to share lessons that she has learned throughout her career with others so they can learn about those subtle mistakes that can determine their future - the things others won’t tell you, but definitely notice.
Kathryn interviews Professor Emeritus at Springfield College Dr. JoAnne Silver Jones, author of “Headstrong: Surviving a Traumatic Brain Injury.” While she was in Washington DC to celebrate Barack Obama’s inauguration in 2009, Jones was walking from the DC Metro stop when she was randomly attacked by a man with a hammer. Part vivid memoir of trauma and hope and part reflection on our country’s systematic racism within our education and criminal justice systems, her book is a searing portrayal of one woman’s fight for survival. Kathryn also interviews Lehigh Valley Executive and VP, Distribution Channels & Labor Relations for Capital BlueCross Anne Corley Baum, author of “Small Mistakes, Big Consequences: Develop Your Soft Skills to Help You Succeed.” Her goal is to share lessons that she has learned throughout her career with others so they can learn about those subtle mistakes that can determine their future - the things others won’t tell you, but definitely notice.
Kathryn interviews Trial Attorney James J. Sexton Esq, author of “How to Stay in Love: Practical Wisdom from an Unexpected Source.” He tells the unvarnished truth about love and marriage, diving straight into the most common issues that often arise from communication problems and relationships that develop by “default” instead of design. He’s been negotiating and litigating high-conflict divorces for two decades and has been featured on NPR, Good Morning America, ABC Nightline News and more. Kathryn also interviews Playwright Joseph Caldwell, author of “In the Shadow of the Bridge: A Memoir.” In his candid memoir of New York in the 1950s and 1960s, Caldwell recounts his bohemian life, his tenure working at WQXR, the venerated classical music station, marching in civil protests and being arrested, as well as a tragic love affair that inspired him to become a caregiver during the AIDS epidemic. He was awarded The Rome Prize for Literature by the American Academy of Arts and Letters.
Kathryn interviews Trial Attorney James J. Sexton Esq, author of “How to Stay in Love: Practical Wisdom from an Unexpected Source.” He tells the unvarnished truth about love and marriage, diving straight into the most common issues that often arise from communication problems and relationships that develop by “default” instead of design. He’s been negotiating and litigating high-conflict divorces for two decades and has been featured on NPR, Good Morning America, ABC Nightline News and more. Kathryn also interviews Playwright Joseph Caldwell, author of “In the Shadow of the Bridge: A Memoir.” In his candid memoir of New York in the 1950s and 1960s, Caldwell recounts his bohemian life, his tenure working at WQXR, the venerated classical music station, marching in civil protests and being arrested, as well as a tragic love affair that inspired him to become a caregiver during the AIDS epidemic. He was awarded The Rome Prize for Literature by the American Academy of Arts and Letters.
Kathryn interviews Co-founder of Magnificent Noise & NPR Veteran Eric Nuzum, author of “Make Noise: A Creator's Guide to Podcasting and Great Audio Storytelling.” Americans regularly tune in to the more than 750,000 shows currently available and podcast production is booming. Nuzum offers a book that identifies core principles to help guide readers throughout the creative process. He brought programs like Fresh Air with Terry Gross, Snap Judgment, and Wait Wait. . . . Don’t Tell Me! into the podcasting ecosystem. Kathryn also interviews Brittany Williams, author of “Instant Loss: Eat Real, Lose Weight: How I Lost 125 Pounds - Includes 100+ Recipes.” With the help of an Instant Pot, she developed healthy, fast and delicious meals using only real foods. Williams shows readers how to reshape their perception of healthy eating for a long and lasting life, not just as a fad. She’s been featured on the Today Show, Good Morning America and in People and Good Housekeeping magazines.
Kathryn interviews Co-founder of Magnificent Noise & NPR Veteran Eric Nuzum, author of “Make Noise: A Creator's Guide to Podcasting and Great Audio Storytelling.” Americans regularly tune in to the more than 750,000 shows currently available and podcast production is booming. Nuzum offers a book that identifies core principles to help guide readers throughout the creative process. He brought programs like Fresh Air with Terry Gross, Snap Judgment, and Wait Wait. . . . Don’t Tell Me! into the podcasting ecosystem. Kathryn also interviews Brittany Williams, author of “Instant Loss: Eat Real, Lose Weight: How I Lost 125 Pounds - Includes 100+ Recipes.” With the help of an Instant Pot, she developed healthy, fast and delicious meals using only real foods. Williams shows readers how to reshape their perception of healthy eating for a long and lasting life, not just as a fad. She’s been featured on the Today Show, Good Morning America and in People and Good Housekeeping magazines.
Kathryn interviews Division Chief, Pediatric Palliative Care at Riley Hospital Adam B. Hill MD, author of “Long Walk Out of the Woods: A Physician's Story of Addiction, Depression, Hope, and Recovery.” Dr. Hill suffers stress and disillusionment with the culture of medicine, leading to alcoholism, depression and suicidal thoughts. Then while in recovery, he loses a mentor to suicide, revealing the extent of the burnout epidemic in the medical field. Kathryn also interviews Associate Professor, Division of General Pediatrics, Stanford University Anisha I. Patel MD, author of “Half the Sugar, All the Love: 100 Easy, Low-Sugar Recipes for Every Meal of the Day.” She offers an eye-opening, informative and practical guide for busy, modern parents. Her research focuses on child health promotion and she’s been recognized with awards from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the University of North Carolina Gillings School of Global Public Health.
Kathryn interviews Division Chief, Pediatric Palliative Care at Riley Hospital Adam B. Hill MD, author of “Long Walk Out of the Woods: A Physician's Story of Addiction, Depression, Hope, and Recovery.” Dr. Hill suffers stress and disillusionment with the culture of medicine, leading to alcoholism, depression and suicidal thoughts. Then while in recovery, he loses a mentor to suicide, revealing the extent of the burnout epidemic in the medical field. Kathryn also interviews Associate Professor, Division of General Pediatrics, Stanford University Anisha I. Patel MD, author of “Half the Sugar, All the Love: 100 Easy, Low-Sugar Recipes for Every Meal of the Day.” She offers an eye-opening, informative and practical guide for busy, modern parents. Her research focuses on child health promotion and she’s been recognized with awards from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the University of North Carolina Gillings School of Global Public Health.
Kathryn interviews 2-time Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Jake Bernstein, author of “Secrecy World: Inside the Panama Papers Investigation of Illicit Money Networks and the Global Elite”. Bernstein, a member of the international team who broke the 2016 story on the Panama Papers, has continued to expose how shell companies operate and how the ultra-wealthy use them to evade taxes. Bernstein has appeared on the BBC, NBC, CNN, PBS and NPR.
Kathryn also interviews Kate Genovese, author of “Hat Tricks from Heaven: The Story of an Athlete in His Own Prison of Addiction”. For Genovese’s son, being captain of the hockey team came with six surgeries for sports-related injuries that resulted in an escalating opioid addiction. This is the incredible story of a woman’s roller coaster ride as she moves from the non-stop joy of mothering, to the realization that her son has become a participant in a deadly epidemic that can happen to anyone.
Kathryn interviews Motivational Speaker James Sweigert, author of “If You Say So.” 64% of people with mental illness report holidays make their conditions worse. Sweigert explains how to create healthy boundaries for ourselves this holiday season. He’s a storyteller who was able to understand that how he was telling his own story and the power behind his words could shape his life. He’s now teaching others through his work as a mentor, motivational speaker and “Life Cheerleader.” Kathryn also interviews Business Journalist Diana Kapp MBA, author of “Girls Who Run the World: 31 CEOs Who Mean Business.” After Forbes magazine published its now-infamous list of the 100 Most Innovative Leaders and included 99 men and just 1 woman, Kapp thought “hell no.” She has written about education and entrepreneurialism for media outlets such as the NY Times, WSJ, SF Chronicle, ELLE, O the Oprah Magazine, Outside.com, ESPN.com, and Marie Claire.
Kathryn interviews Staff Writer, Providence Journal G. Wayne Miller, author of “Kid Number One: Alan Hassenfeld and Hasbro.” Long before Hasbro was a $5 billion toy company, Alan Hassenfeld’s grandfather and great-uncle were refugees. Miller shares how they went from penniless immigrants to building what became the world’s largest toy company. He’s the co-host and co-producer of the Telly Award-winning weekly national PBS TV and SiriusXM Satellite Radio show, Story in the Public Square. Kathryn also interviews Columnist, Forbes magazine Audacity J.M. Fenster, author of “Cheaters Always Win: The Story of America.” Cheaters continue to survive and thrive, casting their influence over the rest of our society. Fenster argues that 2016 was a turning point in what was acceptable in American politics and examines cheaters in every sphere, asking how they get away with it and how we let them. She’s been featured in American Heritage, the NY Times and the LA Times.
Kathryn interviews Staff Writer, Providence Journal G. Wayne Miller, author of “Kid Number One: Alan Hassenfeld and Hasbro.” Long before Hasbro was a $5 billion toy company, Alan Hassenfeld’s grandfather and great-uncle were refugees. Miller shares how they went from penniless immigrants to building what became the world’s largest toy company. He’s the co-host and co-producer of the Telly Award-winning weekly national PBS TV and SiriusXM Satellite Radio show, Story in the Public Square. Kathryn also interviews Columnist, Forbes magazine Audacity J.M. Fenster, author of “Cheaters Always Win: The Story of America.” Cheaters continue to survive and thrive, casting their influence over the rest of our society. Fenster argues that 2016 was a turning point in what was acceptable in American politics and examines cheaters in every sphere, asking how they get away with it and how we let them. She’s been featured in American Heritage, the NY Times and the LA Times.
Kathryn interviews Broadway Star Carolyn Mignini, actress in “The Rose Tattoo.” She adds to her roster the upcoming film, What Is Life Worth starring Michael Keaton, Stanley Tucci and Amy Ryan, premiering at the Sundance Film Festival 2020. Crowned Miss Teenage America at age 17, Carolyn spent the next year promoting her title before attending the Boston Conservatory. After graduating, Carolyn made her Broadway debut in Fiddler On The Roof with Bette Midler and Adrienne Barbeau. Kathryn also interviews Journalist & Co-Founder and Chair Emeritus, Children & Nature Network Richard Louv, author of “Our Wild Calling: How Connecting with Animals Can Transform Our Lives - and Save Theirs.” Through various interviews he reveals how animals in urban areas are blurring the lines between the domestic and the wild and what role the human-animal relationship plays in our well-being. Louv was awarded the Audubon Medal and has been featured on the Today Show, CBS Evening News and NPR’s Fresh Air.
Kathryn interviews Broadway Star Carolyn Mignini, actress in “The Rose Tattoo.” She adds to her roster the upcoming film, What Is Life Worth starring Michael Keaton, Stanley Tucci and Amy Ryan, premiering at the Sundance Film Festival 2020. Crowned Miss Teenage America at age 17, Carolyn spent the next year promoting her title before attending the Boston Conservatory. After graduating, Carolyn made her Broadway debut in Fiddler On The Roof with Bette Midler and Adrienne Barbeau. Kathryn also interviews Journalist & Co-Founder and Chair Emeritus, Children & Nature Network Richard Louv, author of “Our Wild Calling: How Connecting with Animals Can Transform Our Lives - and Save Theirs.” Through various interviews he reveals how animals in urban areas are blurring the lines between the domestic and the wild and what role the human-animal relationship plays in our well-being. Louv was awarded the Audubon Medal and has been featured on the Today Show, CBS Evening News and NPR’s Fresh Air.
Kathryn interviews Director of Bernard L. Schwartz Center for Media, Public Policy, and Education at Fordham University, William F. Baker PhD, author of 'Organizations for People: Caring Cultures, Basic Needs, and Better Lives.' For many years, there has been talk about employee engagement as a means to lift corporate profits and reduce absenteeism and turnover. Baker examines the practices of 21 companies who put the interests and needs of employees first. He’s the Distinguished Professor of Media and Entertainment at IESE Business School in Barcelona and is President Emeritus of WNET-Thirteen. Kathryn also interviews Memoirist, Poet and Writing Teacher, Vermont College of Fine Arts Sue William Silverman, author of 'How to Survive Death and Other Inconveniences.' Her thematically linked collection of essays charts Silverman’s attempt to confront her fears of that ultimate unknown. Silverman has been featured on The View, Anderson Cooper 360, The Ricki Lake Show, CNN and more.
Kathryn interviews Director of Bernard L. Schwartz Center for Media, Public Policy, and Education at Fordham University, William F. Baker PhD, author of 'Organizations for People: Caring Cultures, Basic Needs, and Better Lives.' For many years, there has been talk about employee engagement as a means to lift corporate profits and reduce absenteeism and turnover. Baker examines the practices of 21 companies who put the interests and needs of employees first. He’s the Distinguished Professor of Media and Entertainment at IESE Business School in Barcelona and is President Emeritus of WNET-Thirteen. Kathryn also interviews Memoirist, Poet and Writing Teacher, Vermont College of Fine Arts Sue William Silverman, author of 'How to Survive Death and Other Inconveniences.' Her thematically linked collection of essays charts Silverman’s attempt to confront her fears of that ultimate unknown. Silverman has been featured on The View, Anderson Cooper 360, The Ricki Lake Show, CNN and more.
Kathryn interviews Associate Professor of Clinical Otolaryngology, Weill Cornell Medical College Dr. Jacqueline Jones, author of “Medical Parenting: How to Navigate Health, Wellness & the Medical System with Your Child.” She helps parents connect with their children as they grow towards adulthood and find their way through the maze of today’s medical system. Dr. Jacqueline Jones trained at Cornell Medical College and completed her surgical training at University of Pennsylvania and Harvard Medical School. Kathryn also interviews Podcaster & Speaker Marcus Granderson, author of “Timestamp: Musings of an Introverted Black Boy.” Granderson’s story is probably not like yours. He's a Black boy from the Midwest. He's never been kissed. He's the descendant of slaves and a Harvard graduate. Though your stories may not be the same, the universal themes explored in his poignant and personal literary collection - love, identity, hope, social justice, and coming of age - bond us together.
Kathryn interviews Associate Professor of Clinical Otolaryngology, Weill Cornell Medical College Dr. Jacqueline Jones, author of “Medical Parenting: How to Navigate Health, Wellness & the Medical System with Your Child.” She helps parents connect with their children as they grow towards adulthood and find their way through the maze of today’s medical system. Dr. Jacqueline Jones trained at Cornell Medical College and completed her surgical training at University of Pennsylvania and Harvard Medical School. Kathryn also interviews Podcaster & Speaker Marcus Granderson, author of “Timestamp: Musings of an Introverted Black Boy.” Granderson’s story is probably not like yours. He's a Black boy from the Midwest. He's never been kissed. He's the descendant of slaves and a Harvard graduate. Though your stories may not be the same, the universal themes explored in his poignant and personal literary collection - love, identity, hope, social justice, and coming of age - bond us together.
Kathryn interviews Mental Health Expert Dr. Ken Druck, author of “Raising an Aging Parent: Guidelines for Families in the Second Half of Life.” Millions of Americans are caring for aging parents. Dr. Druck teaches readers how to effectively care for our parents, and ourselves, and how to foster an atmosphere of love, understanding and peace in our families. He’s been featured on CNN, PBS and in the HuffPost and the NY Times. Kathryn also interviews Neuroscientist & Psychiatrist John Kruse MD, PhD, author of “Recognizing Adult ADHD: What Donald Trump Can Teach Us About Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.” According to a study in the Journal of Attention Disorders, adults who have received an ADHD diagnosis experience improved functioning, better health-related quality of life and stronger self-esteem compared to adults who demonstrate ADHD symptoms but have no diagnosis. Dr. Kruse shares why getting a diagnosis can make such a big difference.
Kathryn interviews Mental Health Expert Dr. Ken Druck, author of “Raising an Aging Parent: Guidelines for Families in the Second Half of Life.” Millions of Americans are caring for aging parents. Dr. Druck teaches readers how to effectively care for our parents, and ourselves, and how to foster an atmosphere of love, understanding and peace in our families. He’s been featured on CNN, PBS and in the HuffPost and the NY Times. Kathryn also interviews Neuroscientist & Psychiatrist John Kruse MD, PhD, author of “Recognizing Adult ADHD: What Donald Trump Can Teach Us About Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.” According to a study in the Journal of Attention Disorders, adults who have received an ADHD diagnosis experience improved functioning, better health-related quality of life and stronger self-esteem compared to adults who demonstrate ADHD symptoms but have no diagnosis. Dr. Kruse shares why getting a diagnosis can make such a big difference.
Kathryn interviews Motivational Speaker James Sweigert, author of “If You Say So.” 64% of people with mental illness report holidays make their conditions worse. Sweigert explains how to create healthy boundaries for ourselves this holiday season. He’s a storyteller who was able to understand that how he was telling his own story and the power behind his words could shape his life. He’s now teaching others through his work as a mentor, motivational speaker and “Life Cheerleader.” Kathryn also interviews Business Journalist Diana Kapp MBA, author of “Girls Who Run the World: 31 CEOs Who Mean Business.” After Forbes magazine published its now-infamous list of the 100 Most Innovative Leaders and included 99 men and just 1 woman, Kapp thought “hell no.” She has written about education and entrepreneurialism for media outlets such as the NY Times, WSJ, SF Chronicle, ELLE, O the Oprah Magazine, Outside.com, ESPN.com, and Marie Claire.
Kathryn interviews Motivational Speaker James Sweigert, author of “If You Say So.” 64% of people with mental illness report holidays make their conditions worse. Sweigert explains how to create healthy boundaries for ourselves this holiday season. He’s a storyteller who was able to understand that how he was telling his own story and the power behind his words could shape his life. He’s now teaching others through his work as a mentor, motivational speaker and “Life Cheerleader.” Kathryn also interviews Business Journalist Diana Kapp MBA, author of “Girls Who Run the World: 31 CEOs Who Mean Business.” After Forbes magazine published its now-infamous list of the 100 Most Innovative Leaders and included 99 men and just 1 woman, Kapp thought “hell no.” She has written about education and entrepreneurialism for media outlets such as the NY Times, WSJ, SF Chronicle, ELLE, O the Oprah Magazine, Outside.com, ESPN.com, and Marie Claire.
Kathryn interviews NY Times Best-Selling Author, Film Producer & Musician James Twyman PhD, creator of “Brother Sun, Sister Moon.” He’s bringing his new musical on St. Francis to Broadway, and with the beloved saint as his model, will travel penniless, on foot and with whatever food, housing and further transportation that God will provide. He’s the NY Times best-selling author of sixteen books, has recorded over eighteen albums, and has produced or directed seven films. Kathryn also interviews Family and Child Development Expert Gail Gross Ph.D, Ed.D, author of “How to Build Your Baby's Brain: A Parent's Guide to Using New Gene Science to Raise a Smart, Secure, and Successful Child.” She provides a guide for parents to help unlock their child’s potential and fully realize their role and ability to shape the course of their child’s growth. Dr. Gross has contributed to broadcast, print and online media including CNN, Today Show, FOX’s The O’Reilly Factor, MSNBC, NY Times and USA Today.
Kathryn interviews NY Times Best-Selling Author, Film Producer & Musician James Twyman PhD, creator of “Brother Sun, Sister Moon.” He’s bringing his new musical on St. Francis to Broadway, and with the beloved saint as his model, will travel penniless, on foot and with whatever food, housing and further transportation that God will provide. He’s the NY Times best-selling author of sixteen books, has recorded over eighteen albums, and has produced or directed seven films. Kathryn also interviews Family and Child Development Expert Gail Gross Ph.D, Ed.D, author of “How to Build Your Baby's Brain: A Parent's Guide to Using New Gene Science to Raise a Smart, Secure, and Successful Child.” She provides a guide for parents to help unlock their child’s potential and fully realize their role and ability to shape the course of their child’s growth. Dr. Gross has contributed to broadcast, print and online media including CNN, Today Show, FOX’s The O’Reilly Factor, MSNBC, NY Times and USA Today.
Kathryn interviews Award-winning Actress Marilee Talkington, star of “See.” Legally blind herself, Marilee will be playing more than just a role in a show, but a pivotal role in the fight for authentic casting and representation. Born with cone-rod dystrophy, Talkington had no central vision, and learned how to not just survive, but thrive. She’s starred in NBC's New Amsterdam, CBS' NCIS, and countless theater productions. Kathryn also interviews Michael Korda, NY Times Best-Selling author of “Passing: A Memoir of Love and Death.” When troubling symptoms accumulated, Margaret confided to her husband, “Michael, I think something serious is wrong with me.” Within a few weeks, the former fashion model was diagnosed with brain cancer, while Korda became her caregiver, deciphering bewildering medical reports and packing her beloved toiletries for the hospital. He’s the former editor in chief of Simon & Schuster and a living legend in the publishing world.
Kathryn interviews Award-winning Actress Marilee Talkington, star of “See.” Legally blind herself, Marilee will be playing more than just a role in a show, but a pivotal role in the fight for authentic casting and representation. Born with cone-rod dystrophy, Talkington had no central vision, and learned how to not just survive, but thrive. She’s starred in NBC's New Amsterdam, CBS' NCIS, and countless theater productions. Kathryn also interviews Michael Korda, NY Times Best-Selling author of “Passing: A Memoir of Love and Death.” When troubling symptoms accumulated, Margaret confided to her husband, “Michael, I think something serious is wrong with me.” Within a few weeks, the former fashion model was diagnosed with brain cancer, while Korda became her caregiver, deciphering bewildering medical reports and packing her beloved toiletries for the hospital. He’s the former editor in chief of Simon & Schuster and a living legend in the publishing world.
Kathryn interviews Executive VP of Thought Leadership, FranklinCovey Scott Miller, author of “Everyone Deserves a Great Manager: The 6 Critical Practices for Leading a Team.” If you're like the millions of people who've made the challenging but rewarding leap to first time manager, you might not be sure what your next move is. Miller delivers the guidance you expect to receive when you're promoted. He’s a 23 year associate of FranklinCovey and a leadership columnist for Inc. Magazine and Thrive Global. Kathryn also interviews Liana Gardner, award-winning author of “Speak No Evil.” There are 443,000 children living in foster care in America, and they are four times more likely to be sexually abused than children not living in foster care, according to a study by Johns Hopkins University. Gardner explores this reality and the lingering trauma of child abuse within foster care in her latest work of fiction. She’s a two-time Teen Choice Award-Winning Author for her Misfit McCabe series.
Kathryn interviews Executive VP of Thought Leadership, FranklinCovey Scott Miller, author of “Everyone Deserves a Great Manager: The 6 Critical Practices for Leading a Team.” If you're like the millions of people who've made the challenging but rewarding leap to first time manager, you might not be sure what your next move is. Miller delivers the guidance you expect to receive when you're promoted. He’s a 23 year associate of FranklinCovey and a leadership columnist for Inc. Magazine and Thrive Global. Kathryn also interviews Liana Gardner, award-winning author of “Speak No Evil.” There are 443,000 children living in foster care in America, and they are four times more likely to be sexually abused than children not living in foster care, according to a study by Johns Hopkins University. Gardner explores this reality and the lingering trauma of child abuse within foster care in her latest work of fiction. She’s a two-time Teen Choice Award-Winning Author for her Misfit McCabe series.
Kathryn interviews Editor NY Times Book Review Pamela Paul, author of “How to Raise a Reader.” Reading can be a source of stress for parents: “Which books should I read to my baby? Is my child reading soon enough, fast enough?” Paul answers these questions with practical tips, been-there wisdom and inspirational advice. Her work has appeared in the Atlantic, Washington Post, NY Times Magazine, Time, NY Times EducationLife, Economist, Vogue and Psychology Today. Kathryn also interviews Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist Anthony Rao PhD, author of “The Power of Agency: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms.” As individuals, we’ve lost our agency: the ability to deal with stress and act as an agent for ourselves. Rao was a pediatric psychologist at Boston Children’s Hospital and an instructor at Harvard Medical School. He’s been featured in the Chicago Tribune, Boston Globe, Washington Times, New Yorker Magazine and the NY Times.
Kathryn interviews Editor NY Times Book Review Pamela Paul, author of “How to Raise a Reader.” Reading can be a source of stress for parents: “Which books should I read to my baby? Is my child reading soon enough, fast enough?” Paul answers these questions with practical tips, been-there wisdom and inspirational advice. Her work has appeared in the Atlantic, Washington Post, NY Times Magazine, Time, NY Times EducationLife, Economist, Vogue and Psychology Today. Kathryn also interviews Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist Anthony Rao PhD, author of “The Power of Agency: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms.” As individuals, we’ve lost our agency: the ability to deal with stress and act as an agent for ourselves. Rao was a pediatric psychologist at Boston Children’s Hospital and an instructor at Harvard Medical School. He’s been featured in the Chicago Tribune, Boston Globe, Washington Times, New Yorker Magazine and the NY Times.
Kathryn interviews Jonathan Mooney, NY Times best-selling author of “Normal Sucks: How to Live, Learn, and Thrive Outside the Lines.” Diagnosed with dyslexia and ADHD as a kid, Mooney didn't learn to read until he was twelve; he often heard that he was lazy and stupid and would probably end up homeless or in jail. He realized he wasn’t the problem - the educational system and society’s concept of normal were. His work has been featured in the NY Times, LA Times, Chicago Tribune, USA Today, HBO, NPR, ABC News, NY Magazine, Washington Post and the Boston Globe. Kathryn also interviews Bioethicist & Mount Sinai Psychiatrist Jacob M. Appel MD, JD, author of “Who Says You're Dead?: Medical & Ethical Dilemmas for the Curious & Concerned.” Dr. Appel poses bioethical questions, asking readers to play doctor and decide what they would do if confronted with the dilemma. He’s an attending psychiatrist in the Mount Sinai Healthcare System and is a member of the Institutional Review Board.
Kathryn interviews Jonathan Mooney, NY Times best-selling author of “Normal Sucks: How to Live, Learn, and Thrive Outside the Lines.” Diagnosed with dyslexia and ADHD as a kid, Mooney didn't learn to read until he was twelve; he often heard that he was lazy and stupid and would probably end up homeless or in jail. He realized he wasn’t the problem - the educational system and society’s concept of normal were. His work has been featured in the NY Times, LA Times, Chicago Tribune, USA Today, HBO, NPR, ABC News, NY Magazine, Washington Post and the Boston Globe. Kathryn also interviews Bioethicist & Mount Sinai Psychiatrist Jacob M. Appel MD, JD, author of “Who Says You're Dead?: Medical & Ethical Dilemmas for the Curious & Concerned.” Dr. Appel poses bioethical questions, asking readers to play doctor and decide what they would do if confronted with the dilemma. He’s an attending psychiatrist in the Mount Sinai Healthcare System and is a member of the Institutional Review Board.
Kathryn interviews Professor of International Politics & Economics, Middlebury College Allison Stanger PhD, author of “Whistleblowers: Honesty in America from Washington to Trump.” Whistleblowers face a difficult choice: by exposing corruption, they perform a vital public service yet they historically suffer for it. Stanger reveals the centrality of whistleblowing to American democracy’s wellbeing. She’s contributed to International Herald Tribune, NY Times, USA Today, U.S. News and World Report, and the Washington Post. Kathryn also interviews Filmmaker, Singer & Songwriter Sofia Lyons, director of “THE LONG GOODBYE: The Kara Tippetts Story.” In 2014 and 2015, one young woman in Colorado dared to explore the raw edges of dying with grace and dignity in real time, and, in the process, unknowingly impacted tens of thousands around the world. Lyons chronicled Kara’s story and has been impacting the world as an artist, both musically and visually, for over two and a half decades.
Kathryn interviews Professor of International Politics & Economics, Middlebury College Allison Stanger PhD, author of “Whistleblowers: Honesty in America from Washington to Trump.” Whistleblowers face a difficult choice: by exposing corruption, they perform a vital public service yet they historically suffer for it. Stanger reveals the centrality of whistleblowing to American democracy’s wellbeing. She’s contributed to International Herald Tribune, NY Times, USA Today, U.S. News and World Report, and the Washington Post. Kathryn also interviews Filmmaker, Singer & Songwriter Sofia Lyons, director of “THE LONG GOODBYE: The Kara Tippetts Story.” In 2014 and 2015, one young woman in Colorado dared to explore the raw edges of dying with grace and dignity in real time, and, in the process, unknowingly impacted tens of thousands around the world. Lyons chronicled Kara’s story and has been impacting the world as an artist, both musically and visually, for over two and a half decades.
Kathryn interviews Financial Services Professional Harvey Warren MS, author of “The Optimized Patient: How to Prepare for, Survive, and Recover from Spine Surgery.” Experts estimate that up to 80% of the population will experience back pain at some time in their lives. After three years and seven spine surgeries, Harvey Warren finally figured out what it takes to make the best recovery from the damaging effects of incisions, anesthesia, antibiotics and opioids. Kathryn also interviews Forbes Columnist & Certified Executive Coach Bonnie Marcus M.Ed, author of “The Politics of Promotion: How High Achieving Women Get Ahead and Stay Ahead.” Offering the tools and guidance women need to successfully navigate the realities of their organizations, Bonnie Marcus emphasizes the need to understand office politics to get the promotions and recognition they deserve. She’s been featured in WSJ, Business Insider, Huff Post, Fortune, Fast Company, Reader’s Digest, Psychology Today and Crains NY.
Kathryn interviews Financial Services Professional Harvey Warren MS, author of “The Optimized Patient: How to Prepare for, Survive, and Recover from Spine Surgery.” Experts estimate that up to 80% of the population will experience back pain at some time in their lives. After three years and seven spine surgeries, Harvey Warren finally figured out what it takes to make the best recovery from the damaging effects of incisions, anesthesia, antibiotics and opioids. Kathryn also interviews Forbes Columnist & Certified Executive Coach Bonnie Marcus M.Ed, author of “The Politics of Promotion: How High Achieving Women Get Ahead and Stay Ahead.” Offering the tools and guidance women need to successfully navigate the realities of their organizations, Bonnie Marcus emphasizes the need to understand office politics to get the promotions and recognition they deserve. She’s been featured in WSJ, Business Insider, Huff Post, Fortune, Fast Company, Reader’s Digest, Psychology Today and Crains NY.
Kathryn interviews Associate Professor of Communication, Boston University Tammy R. Vigil PhD, author of “MELANIA AND MICHELLE: First Ladies in a New Era.” Our most recent first ladies, Michelle Obama and Melania Trump, seem to be polar opposites in almost every way. Dr. Vigil explores how each woman has crafted her public image and used her platform to influence the country. She has served as Associate Dean of the College of Communication at Boston University. Kathryn also interviews Harvard Evolutionary Biologist Barbara Natterson-Horowitz MD, NY Times Best-Selling Author of “WILDHOOD: The Epic Journey from Adolescence to Adulthood in Humans and Other Animals.” She looks toward the animal kingdom for crucial information to understand modern adolescent issues. Natterson-Horowitz co-directs the UCLA Evolutionary Medicine Program and is President-Elect of the International Society for Evolution, Medicine and Public Health. She is featured in the NYTimes, Wall Street Journal and more.
Kathryn interviews Associate Professor of Communication, Boston University Tammy R. Vigil PhD, author of “MELANIA AND MICHELLE: First Ladies in a New Era.” Our most recent first ladies, Michelle Obama and Melania Trump, seem to be polar opposites in almost every way. Dr. Vigil explores how each woman has crafted her public image and used her platform to influence the country. She has served as Associate Dean of the College of Communication at Boston University. Kathryn also interviews Harvard Evolutionary Biologist Barbara Natterson-Horowitz MD, NY Times Best-Selling Author of “WILDHOOD: The Epic Journey from Adolescence to Adulthood in Humans and Other Animals.” She looks toward the animal kingdom for crucial information to understand modern adolescent issues. Natterson-Horowitz co-directs the UCLA Evolutionary Medicine Program and is President-Elect of the International Society for Evolution, Medicine and Public Health. She is featured in the NYTimes, Wall Street Journal and more.
Kathryn interviews Journalist & Certified Professional School Counselor Phyllis Fagell LCPC, author of “MIDDLE SCHOOL MATTERS: The 10 Skills Kids Need to Thrive in Middle School and Beyond and How Parents Can Help.” The middle school years are arguably those most fraught with transformation and are the most confounding to parents. Fagell, a school counselor and a therapist in private practice, is syndicated by Bloomberg, featured in The Atlantic, The NYTimes and writes regular columns for The Washington Post. Kathryn also interviews President and Founder of National Gun Victims Action Council Elliot Fineman. Universal background checks are inherently flawed says Fineman. His bold plan, We are Done Asking, will harness the economic power of 170 million Americans to force systemic change. Guns are big business in America and the fight for gun safety comes down to money. He is been the host of It is the Guns Stupid on WPWC radio in Washington D.C. and has appeared on CNBC, CNN and Fox News.
Kathryn interviews Journalist & Certified Professional School Counselor Phyllis Fagell LCPC, author of “MIDDLE SCHOOL MATTERS: The 10 Skills Kids Need to Thrive in Middle School and Beyond and How Parents Can Help.” The middle school years are arguably those most fraught with transformation and are the most confounding to parents. Fagell, a school counselor and a therapist in private practice, is syndicated by Bloomberg, featured in The Atlantic, The NYTimes and writes regular columns for The Washington Post. Kathryn also interviews President and Founder of National Gun Victims Action Council Elliot Fineman. Universal background checks are inherently flawed says Fineman. His bold plan, We are Done Asking, will harness the economic power of 170 million Americans to force systemic change. Guns are big business in America and the fight for gun safety comes down to money. He is been the host of It is the Guns Stupid on WPWC radio in Washington D.C. and has appeared on CNBC, CNN and Fox News.
Kathryn interviews NY Times columnist and Founder of The American Prospect Robert Kuttner MA, author of “The Stakes: 2020 and the Survival of American Democracy.” The 2020 election is a key moment in the history of American democracy, and Kuttner makes the stand that the Trump administration has eroded many of the bulwarks of American style democracy. He is a former columnist for BusinessWeek, the Washington Post, the Boston Globe and current columnist for The NY Times international edition. Kathryn also interviews Professor of Sociology, Washington University in St. Louis Adia Harvey Wingfield PhD, author of “Flatlining: Race, Work, and Health Care in the New Economy.” She exposes how hospitals, clinics and other institutions participate in “racial outsourcing,” relying heavily on black doctors, nurses, technicians and physician assistants to do “equity work.” Wingfield has lectured internationally and is a contributing writer for The Atlantic, Slate and Harvard Business Review.
Kathryn interviews NY Times columnist and Founder of The American Prospect Robert Kuttner MA, author of “The Stakes: 2020 and the Survival of American Democracy.” The 2020 election is a key moment in the history of American democracy, and Kuttner makes the stand that the Trump administration has eroded many of the bulwarks of American style democracy. He is a former columnist for BusinessWeek, the Washington Post, the Boston Globe and current columnist for The NY Times international edition. Kathryn also interviews Professor of Sociology, Washington University in St. Louis Adia Harvey Wingfield PhD, author of “Flatlining: Race, Work, and Health Care in the New Economy.” She exposes how hospitals, clinics and other institutions participate in “racial outsourcing,” relying heavily on black doctors, nurses, technicians and physician assistants to do “equity work.” Wingfield has lectured internationally and is a contributing writer for The Atlantic, Slate and Harvard Business Review.
Kathryn interviews Author, Philanthropist and Former Nanny Florence Ann Romano, known as The Windy City Nanny™. According to a recent survey by Cigna, the loneliest generation in the United States today is not the oldest Americans but the youngest, specifically young adults between 18 and 22 years old. Romano offers insight into the loneliness of Gen Z individuals. She is the CEO and Owner of Kindred Content and serves on the Executive Board of the Childrens Research Fund at Luries Childrens Hospital. Kathryn also interviews Poet Caroline Kaufman, author of “When the World Did not End Poems.” She explores the shock, wonder and beauty of an uncertain future with uplifting words on love, forgiveness, self discovery and what it is like living after a hard fought battle with depression. She began writing poetry when she was thirteen years old as a means of coping with her depression and a year later started posting it online. Kaufman is currently a student at Harvard University.
Kathryn interviews Author, Philanthropist and Former Nanny Florence Ann Romano, known as The Windy City Nanny™. According to a recent survey by Cigna, the loneliest generation in the United States today is not the oldest Americans but the youngest, specifically young adults between 18 and 22 years old. Romano offers insight into the loneliness of Gen Z individuals. She is the CEO and Owner of Kindred Content and serves on the Executive Board of the Childrens Research Fund at Luries Childrens Hospital. Kathryn also interviews Poet Caroline Kaufman, author of “When the World Did not End Poems.” She explores the shock, wonder and beauty of an uncertain future with uplifting words on love, forgiveness, self discovery and what it is like living after a hard fought battle with depression. She began writing poetry when she was thirteen years old as a means of coping with her depression and a year later started posting it online. Kaufman is currently a student at Harvard University.
Kathryn interviews Freelance Journalist Rachel Monroe, author of “Savage Appetites: Four True Stories of Women, Crime and Obsession.” Using the experiences of four women - each of whose lives were touched by crime - Monroe interrogates the appeal of true crime. She has written about #vanlife for The New Yorker, a romantic con man for The Atlantic, pick-up artists for New York magazine, child abductions on the Navajo Nation for Esquire and a small-town quilting scandal for Texas Monthly. Kathryn also interviews Speaker and Leadership Consultant Anita Sanchez PhD, author of “The Four Sacred Gifts: Indigenous Wisdom for Modern Times.” Modern life overloads us with information yet lacks the true wisdom we seek. Sanchez is a member of the Transformational Leadership Council with Jack Canfield, Marianne Williamson and John Gray as well as the Association of Transformational Leaders and serves on the Boards of the Bioneers organization and the Pachamama Alliance.
Kathryn interviews Freelance Journalist Rachel Monroe, author of “Savage Appetites: Four True Stories of Women, Crime and Obsession.” Using the experiences of four women - each of whose lives were touched by crime - Monroe interrogates the appeal of true crime. She has written about #vanlife for The New Yorker, a romantic con man for The Atlantic, pick-up artists for New York magazine, child abductions on the Navajo Nation for Esquire and a small-town quilting scandal for Texas Monthly. Kathryn also interviews Speaker and Leadership Consultant Anita Sanchez PhD, author of “The Four Sacred Gifts: Indigenous Wisdom for Modern Times.” Modern life overloads us with information yet lacks the true wisdom we seek. Sanchez is a member of the Transformational Leadership Council with Jack Canfield, Marianne Williamson and John Gray as well as the Association of Transformational Leaders and serves on the Boards of the Bioneers organization and the Pachamama Alliance.
Kathryn interviews Neuropsychologist Dr. Amy Serin, author of “The Stress Switch: The Truth About Stress and How to Short-Circuit It.” What if excess stress was not a chronic, permanent condition to be “coped with” - but instead is a specific type of neurological programming that could be cured? Dr. Serin has developed step by step methods to rapidly short-circuit stress responses and take your life back. As a stress expert, she has spoken at over 100 conferences and has been featured in Huffington Post and Bustle.com. Kathryn also interviews Artist and Former Owner of The NY Sharks Andra Douglas MA, author of “Black and Blue: Love, Sports and the Art of Empowerment.” As the quarterback and owner of the New York Sharks professional womans football team, she fought for the opportunity to play football from her earliest days growing up in Central Florida. Once a Vice President/Creative Director at Time Warner, she’s currently focusing on her mixed-media artwork.
Kathryn interviews Neuropsychologist Dr. Amy Serin, author of “The Stress Switch: The Truth About Stress and How to Short-Circuit It.” What if excess stress was not a chronic, permanent condition to be “coped with” - but instead is a specific type of neurological programming that could be cured? Dr. Serin has developed step by step methods to rapidly short-circuit stress responses and take your life back. As a stress expert, she has spoken at over 100 conferences and has been featured in Huffington Post and Bustle.com. Kathryn also interviews Artist and Former Owner of The NY Sharks Andra Douglas MA, author of “Black and Blue: Love, Sports and the Art of Empowerment.” As the quarterback and owner of the New York Sharks professional womans football team, she fought for the opportunity to play football from her earliest days growing up in Central Florida. Once a Vice President/Creative Director at Time Warner, she’s currently focusing on her mixed-media artwork.
Kathryn interviews Board-Certified Psychiatrist Suvrat Bhargave MD, author of “A Moment of Insight: Universal Lessons Learned from a Psychiatrist is Couch.” It is difficult for Americans to cope with our emotions after a mass shooting. Dr. Bhargave offers recommendations for changing the conversation around gun violence and brings “relatable expertise” to patients. He completed his specialty fellowship at Duke University and is a regularly featured expert on Money and CNN.com. Kathryn also interviews President of Transformant Tony Saldanha MBA, author of “Why Digital Transformations Fail: The Surprising Disciplines of How to Take Off and Stay Ahead.” We’re in the Fourth Industrial Revolution and companies need a clear roadmap for navigating their own successful evolution. As an advisor to boards and CEOs on digital transformation and a sought-after speaker, Saldanha also founded a consulting firm specializing in assisting organizations through digital transformations.
Kathryn interviews Board-Certified Psychiatrist Suvrat Bhargave MD, author of “A Moment of Insight: Universal Lessons Learned from a Psychiatrist is Couch.” It is difficult for Americans to cope with our emotions after a mass shooting. Dr. Bhargave offers recommendations for changing the conversation around gun violence and brings “relatable expertise” to patients. He completed his specialty fellowship at Duke University and is a regularly featured expert on Money and CNN.com. Kathryn also interviews President of Transformant Tony Saldanha MBA, author of “Why Digital Transformations Fail: The Surprising Disciplines of How to Take Off and Stay Ahead.” We’re in the Fourth Industrial Revolution and companies need a clear roadmap for navigating their own successful evolution. As an advisor to boards and CEOs on digital transformation and a sought-after speaker, Saldanha also founded a consulting firm specializing in assisting organizations through digital transformations.
Kathryn interviews President of Transformant Tony Saldanha MBA, author of “Why Digital Transformations Fail: The Surprising Disciplines of How to Take Off and Stay Ahead.” We’re in the Fourth Industrial Revolution and companies need a clear roadmap for navigating their own successful evolution. As an advisor to boards and CEOs on digital transformation and a sought-after speaker, Saldanha also founded a consulting firm specializing in assisting organizations through digital transformations. Kathryn also interviews Hospitality Industry Leader Ed Fuller, author of “You Can’t Lead With Your Feet On the Desk: Building Relationships, Breaking Down Barriers, and Delivering Profits.” Former President and Managing Director of Marriott International Fuller offers tips on how to afford safe accommodations at an exotic destination. He’s the President of Laguna Strategic Advisors, a director of the FBI National Academy Associates Foundation, and is regularly featured in Forbes.
Kathryn interviews President of Transformant Tony Saldanha MBA, author of “Why Digital Transformations Fail: The Surprising Disciplines of How to Take Off and Stay Ahead.” We’re in the Fourth Industrial Revolution and companies need a clear roadmap for navigating their own successful evolution. As an advisor to boards and CEOs on digital transformation and a sought-after speaker, Saldanha also founded a consulting firm specializing in assisting organizations through digital transformations. Kathryn also interviews Hospitality Industry Leader Ed Fuller, author of “You Can’t Lead With Your Feet On the Desk: Building Relationships, Breaking Down Barriers, and Delivering Profits.” Former President and Managing Director of Marriott International Fuller offers tips on how to afford safe accommodations at an exotic destination. He’s the President of Laguna Strategic Advisors, a director of the FBI National Academy Associates Foundation, and is regularly featured in Forbes.
Kathryn interviews Certified Master Hypnotist Kimberly Friedmutter CHt, author of “SUBCONSCIOUS POWER: Use Your Inner Mind to Create the Life You’ve Always Wanted.” Everyone has the birthright to “Expect the Exceptional” and the amazing force to make it a reality - hidden deep “below” the conscious mind. Instead of giving readers one more thing to do, Friedmutter gives readers 100 less things to do! She’s a UCLA Health Systems Board Member and Certified Master Hypnotist, and has appeared on Entertainment Tonight, Fox, TLC and CNN. Kathryn also interviews Career Development Expert Vicky Oliver, best-selling author of “301 Smart Answers to Tough Business Etiquette Questions.” Burnout at work is now at national crisis level. Oliver shares scenarios about how office burnout manifests and strategies so others don't dent your armor. The author of five best-selling career development books, she’s been featured and interviewed widely in the business media, including Fox, Forbes and WSJ.
Kathryn interviews Certified Master Hypnotist Kimberly Friedmutter CHt, author of “SUBCONSCIOUS POWER: Use Your Inner Mind to Create the Life You’ve Always Wanted.” Everyone has the birthright to “Expect the Exceptional” and the amazing force to make it a reality - hidden deep “below” the conscious mind. Instead of giving readers one more thing to do, Friedmutter gives readers 100 less things to do! She’s a UCLA Health Systems Board Member and Certified Master Hypnotist, and has appeared on Entertainment Tonight, Fox, TLC and CNN. Kathryn also interviews Career Development Expert Vicky Oliver, best-selling author of “301 Smart Answers to Tough Business Etiquette Questions.” Burnout at work is now at national crisis level. Oliver shares scenarios about how office burnout manifests and strategies so others don't dent your armor. The author of five best-selling career development books, she’s been featured and interviewed widely in the business media, including Fox, Forbes and WSJ.
Kathryn interviews Andrew Shaffer, NY Times best-selling author of “Hope Rides Again.” Between a whirlwind book tour and constant speculation about his potential presidential run, Joe Biden is anxious to get out of the spotlight and back home to Jill. A cathartic escape from the political status quo, Shaffer will have readers cheering for their elected officials at a time when it may feel difficult to do so. He’s been featured in the Washington Post, Entertainment Weekly, the NY Times, USA Today, Fox News, and more. Kathryn also interviews Attorney Jodé Millman JD, author of “The Midnight Call.” Everyone dreads the terrifying call that comes in the middle of the night. Your worst fears could be realized, your life changed forever in the minute it takes to answer. That ringing phone was the sound of an ill-fated trajectory that would tilt Jessie Martin's world, throwing her life into free-fall in Millman’s heart-pounding courtroom thriller.
Kathryn interviews Andrew Shaffer, NY Times best-selling author of “Hope Rides Again.” Between a whirlwind book tour and constant speculation about his potential presidential run, Joe Biden is anxious to get out of the spotlight and back home to Jill. A cathartic escape from the political status quo, Shaffer will have readers cheering for their elected officials at a time when it may feel difficult to do so. He’s been featured in the Washington Post, Entertainment Weekly, the NY Times, USA Today, Fox News, and more. Kathryn also interviews Attorney Jodé Millman JD, author of “The Midnight Call.” Everyone dreads the terrifying call that comes in the middle of the night. Your worst fears could be realized, your life changed forever in the minute it takes to answer. That ringing phone was the sound of an ill-fated trajectory that would tilt Jessie Martin's world, throwing her life into free-fall in Millman’s heart-pounding courtroom thriller.
Kathryn interviews Andrew Shaffer, NY Times best-selling author of “Hope Rides Again.” Between a whirlwind book tour and constant speculation about his potential presidential run, Joe Biden is anxious to get out of the spotlight and back home to Jill. A cathartic escape from the political status quo, Shaffer will have readers cheering for their elected officials at a time when it may feel difficult to do so. He’s been featured in the Washington Post, Entertainment Weekly, the NY Times, USA Today, Fox News, and more. Kathryn also interviews Attorney Jodé Millman JD, author of “The Midnight Call.” Everyone dreads the terrifying call that comes in the middle of the night. Your worst fears could be realized, your life changed forever in the minute it takes to answer. That ringing phone was the sound of an ill-fated trajectory that would tilt Jessie Martin's world, throwing her life into free-fall in Millman’s heart-pounding courtroom thriller.
Kathryn interviews Executive VP of Digital Media at Engaged Media Inc William Ammerman MA, author of “The Invisible Brand: Marketing in the Age Of Automation, Big Data, and Machine Learning.” By 2020, the average person will have more conversations with AI bots than with his or her spouse. Ammerman pulls back the digital curtain on a transformed industry in which machines - not marketers - have become the ultimate arbiters. Over his career, he’s managed digital advertising for hundreds of television stations and their websites. Kathryn also interviews Model, TV Personality & Philanthropist Camerone Parker. In January 1998, Camerone was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Understanding this diagnosis could potentially end her career, Camerone needed every modeling job possible to pay for her continued care and drug therapy. In 2009, she made the decision to go public with her private battle and is now a powerful celebrity voice in patient advocacy for MS and treatment.
Kathryn interviews Executive VP of Digital Media at Engaged Media Inc William Ammerman MA, author of “The Invisible Brand: Marketing in the Age Of Automation, Big Data, and Machine Learning.” By 2020, the average person will have more conversations with AI bots than with his or her spouse. Ammerman pulls back the digital curtain on a transformed industry in which machines - not marketers - have become the ultimate arbiters. Over his career, he’s managed digital advertising for hundreds of television stations and their websites. Kathryn also interviews Model, TV Personality & Philanthropist Camerone Parker. In January 1998, Camerone was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Understanding this diagnosis could potentially end her career, Camerone needed every modeling job possible to pay for her continued care and drug therapy. In 2009, she made the decision to go public with her private battle and is now a powerful celebrity voice in patient advocacy for MS and treatment.
Kathryn interviews Dorothea Benton Frank, NY Times Best-Selling author of “Queen Bee.” Beekeeper Holly McNee Kensen quietly lives in a world of her own on Sullivan’s Island, tending her hives and working at the local island library. In her twentieth novel, Dorothea Benton Frank brings us back to her beloved island with an unforgettable story where the Lowcountry magic of the natural world collides with the beat of the human heart. Kathryn also interviews Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach Palmer Kippola FMCHC, author of “Beat Autoimmune: The 6 Keys to Reverse Your Condition and Reclaim Your Health.” Autoimmune conditions including multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis afflict an estimated 50 million Americans, yet many medical professionals still tell patients there’s little that can be done about these conditions. That’s what doctors told Kippola when she was diagnosed with MS decades ago, but she refused to give up.
Kathryn interviews Dorothea Benton Frank, NY Times Best-Selling author of “Queen Bee.” Beekeeper Holly McNee Kensen quietly lives in a world of her own on Sullivan’s Island, tending her hives and working at the local island library. In her twentieth novel, Dorothea Benton Frank brings us back to her beloved island with an unforgettable story where the Lowcountry magic of the natural world collides with the beat of the human heart. Kathryn also interviews Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach Palmer Kippola FMCHC, author of “Beat Autoimmune: The 6 Keys to Reverse Your Condition and Reclaim Your Health.” Autoimmune conditions including multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis afflict an estimated 50 million Americans, yet many medical professionals still tell patients there’s little that can be done about these conditions. That’s what doctors told Kippola when she was diagnosed with MS decades ago, but she refused to give up.
Kathryn interviews Performer & Former Litigator Mina Samuels, author of “Run Like A Girl 365 Days: A Practical, Personal, Inspirational Guide for Women Athletes.” The world of inspirational aspiration is oversaturated with people who will tell you how to aim higher, run faster and live in the moment. The problem is people tell you how to do things, rather than do them with you. Samuels believes that your best life is an authentic life. She’s authored several books and has been featured in HuffPost and Medium. Kathryn also interviews Consultant at Frost Included Raafi-Karim Alidina MA, author of “Building an Inclusive Organization: Leveraging the Power of a Diverse Workforce.” Diversity is not just an HR issue - it is a business issue. Alidina highlights how to remove unconscious bias from company processes and embed inclusion into overall business planning. He was a Lara Warner Scholar at the Harvard Kennedy School where he earned a Master’s in Public Policy.
Kathryn interviews Performer & Former Litigator Mina Samuels, author of “Run Like A Girl 365 Days: A Practical, Personal, Inspirational Guide for Women Athletes.” The world of inspirational aspiration is oversaturated with people who will tell you how to aim higher, run faster and live in the moment. The problem is people tell you how to do things, rather than do them with you. Samuels believes that your best life is an authentic life. She’s authored several books and has been featured in HuffPost and Medium. Kathryn also interviews Consultant at Frost Included Raafi-Karim Alidina MA, author of “Building an Inclusive Organization: Leveraging the Power of a Diverse Workforce.” Diversity is not just an HR issue - it is a business issue. Alidina highlights how to remove unconscious bias from company processes and embed inclusion into overall business planning. He was a Lara Warner Scholar at the Harvard Kennedy School where he earned a Master’s in Public Policy.
Kathryn interviews Investigative Journalist Katherine Eban, NY Times Best-Selling author of “Bottle of Lies: The Inside Story of the Generic Drug Boom.” Today, almost 90 percent of our pharmaceutical market is comprised of generics, the majority of which are manufactured overseas. Eban reveals an industry where fraud is rampant and companies routinely falsify data. Her work has been featured in Vanity Fair, NY Times, Self, The Nation, the New York Observer, 60 Minutes, Nightline, NPR, and more. Kathryn also interviews Lawyer Annette Hines Esq, author of “Butterflies and Second Chances: A Mom’s Memoir of Love and Loss.” Not only can taking care of a child with a disability seem like an insurmountable task for many, but making sure their child has a secure future when they are no longer there can seem daunting as well. Hines is a powerhouse advocate for the special needs community and has been practicing in the areas of Special Needs, Elder Law and Estate Planning for over twenty years.
Kathryn interviews Investigative Journalist Katherine Eban, NY Times Best-Selling author of “Bottle of Lies: The Inside Story of the Generic Drug Boom.” Today, almost 90 percent of our pharmaceutical market is comprised of generics, the majority of which are manufactured overseas. Eban reveals an industry where fraud is rampant and companies routinely falsify data. Her work has been featured in Vanity Fair, NY Times, Self, The Nation, the New York Observer, 60 Minutes, Nightline, NPR, and more. Kathryn also interviews Lawyer Annette Hines Esq, author of “Butterflies and Second Chances: A Mom’s Memoir of Love and Loss.” Not only can taking care of a child with a disability seem like an insurmountable task for many, but making sure their child has a secure future when they are no longer there can seem daunting as well. Hines is a powerhouse advocate for the special needs community and has been practicing in the areas of Special Needs, Elder Law and Estate Planning for over twenty years.
Kathryn interviews Former Chief Strategy Officer at San Diego Zoo Global Beth Branning SMP, author of “The Call - The Strategic Plan that Empowered San Diego Zoo Global to Lead the Fight Against Extinction.” SDZG felt compelled to evolve into an organization that could make a significant impact on dwindling animal and plant species in the wild. With a background in journalism, Branning’s strategic planning process received the 2013 Association for Strategic Planning Goodman Award. Kathryn also interviews Licensed Mental Health Counselor A.F. Brady LMHC, author of “Once A Liar.” From the author of The Blind comes an electrifying story of deception, duplicity and suspense. This psychologically thrilling novel by A.F. Brady LMHC draws on her experience as a NY licensed mental health counselor/psychotherapist. She holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Brown University and two master’s degrees in psychological counseling from Columbia University.
Kathryn interviews Former Chief Strategy Officer at San Diego Zoo Global Beth Branning SMP, author of “The Call - The Strategic Plan that Empowered San Diego Zoo Global to Lead the Fight Against Extinction.” SDZG felt compelled to evolve into an organization that could make a significant impact on dwindling animal and plant species in the wild. With a background in journalism, Branning’s strategic planning process received the 2013 Association for Strategic Planning Goodman Award. Kathryn also interviews Licensed Mental Health Counselor A.F. Brady LMHC, author of “Once A Liar.” From the author of The Blind comes an electrifying story of deception, duplicity and suspense. This psychologically thrilling novel by A.F. Brady LMHC draws on her experience as a NY licensed mental health counselor/psychotherapist. She holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Brown University and two master’s degrees in psychological counseling from Columbia University.
Kathryn interviews Former Google VP of Communications Jessica Powell, author of “The Big Disruption: A Totally Fictional But Essentially True Silicon Valley Story.” As a tech lover and loather who ran Google's global communications team, Jessica Powell sheds light on what it’s like to be a woman working in the male-dominated Silicon Valley culture and why she decided to leave. Powell is the author of Literary Paris and has been published in The Guardian, The NY Times, WIRED, and Medium. Kathryn also interviews Founder of Grief Solutions Joanne Steen MS NCC, author of “WE REGRET TO INFORM YOU: A Survival Guide for Gold Star Parents and Those Who Support Them.” As a widow of a naval aviator, Steen’s personal experience along with her training in crisis management enables her to effectively address many of the thorniest issues that confront Gold Star parents. Steen is a board-certified counselor and the founder of Grief Solutions, a training company on grief, loss and resilience.
Kathryn interviews Former Google VP of Communications Jessica Powell, author of “The Big Disruption: A Totally Fictional But Essentially True Silicon Valley Story.” As a tech lover and loather who ran Google's global communications team, Jessica Powell sheds light on what it’s like to be a woman working in the male-dominated Silicon Valley culture and why she decided to leave. Powell is the author of Literary Paris and has been published in The Guardian, The NY Times, WIRED, and Medium. Kathryn also interviews Founder of Grief Solutions Joanne Steen MS NCC, author of “WE REGRET TO INFORM YOU: A Survival Guide for Gold Star Parents and Those Who Support Them.” As a widow of a naval aviator, Steen’s personal experience along with her training in crisis management enables her to effectively address many of the thorniest issues that confront Gold Star parents. Steen is a board-certified counselor and the founder of Grief Solutions, a training company on grief, loss and resilience.
Kathryn interviews President Rikleen Institute for Strategic Leadership Lauren Stiller Rikleen JD, author of “THE SHIELD OF SILENCE: How Power Perpetuates a Culture of Harassment and Bullying in the Workplace.” She compellingly argues that sexual harassment will not be stopped unless the condition that drives victims and bystanders into silence is eliminated. She’s appeared on MSNBC, Fox Business, NPR, and in The NY Times, Boston Globe, Financial Times, Fortune and ForbesWomen. Kathryn also interviews Publisher Karen Rinaldi, author of “It's Great to Suck at Something: The Unexpected Joy of Wiping Out and What It Can Teach Us About Patience, Resilience, and the Stuff that Really Matters.” Drawing on her personal experience along with philosophy, literature, and the latest science, Rinaldi explores sucking as a lost art we must reclaim. Rinaldi has worked in the publishing industry for over two decades and has been published in The NY Times, Oprah.com, Time, LitHub and more.
Kathryn interviews President Rikleen Institute for Strategic Leadership Lauren Stiller Rikleen JD, author of “THE SHIELD OF SILENCE: How Power Perpetuates a Culture of Harassment and Bullying in the Workplace.” She compellingly argues that sexual harassment will not be stopped unless the condition that drives victims and bystanders into silence is eliminated. She’s appeared on MSNBC, Fox Business, NPR, and in The NY Times, Boston Globe, Financial Times, Fortune and ForbesWomen. Kathryn also interviews Publisher Karen Rinaldi, author of “It's Great to Suck at Something: The Unexpected Joy of Wiping Out and What It Can Teach Us About Patience, Resilience, and the Stuff that Really Matters.” Drawing on her personal experience along with philosophy, literature, and the latest science, Rinaldi explores sucking as a lost art we must reclaim. Rinaldi has worked in the publishing industry for over two decades and has been published in The NY Times, Oprah.com, Time, LitHub and more.
Kathryn interviews Personal Finance Expert Ramit Sethi MA, author of “I Will Teach You to Be Rich, Second Edition: No Guilt. No Excuses. No B.S. Just a 6-Week Program That Works.” Wouldn't it be great if you could beat banks and credit cards at the fee game, effectively negotiate for a raise and go on more vacations? It's possible according to Sethi who gives guidance on living a “rich life.” He’s been featured in Fortune, The NY Times, The Tim Ferris Podcast and WSJ. Kathryn also interviews Education Specialist Pamela Donnelly, author of “SWAT Team Tactics for Getting Your Teen Into College.” Throughout her college admissions career, Donnelly has been approached by high profile celebrities and CEOs looking for a 'backdoor' to get into top universities. She became one of the most in-demand private SAT and ACT tutors in Los Angeles and developed curriculum for GATE College System. Donnelly has been featured on CNN, FOX, NBC, ABC, CBS, and in The NY Times and Time Magazine.
Kathryn interviews Personal Finance Expert Ramit Sethi MA, author of “I Will Teach You to Be Rich, Second Edition: No Guilt. No Excuses. No B.S. Just a 6-Week Program That Works.” Wouldn't it be great if you could beat banks and credit cards at the fee game, effectively negotiate for a raise and go on more vacations? It's possible according to Sethi who gives guidance on living a “rich life.” He’s been featured in Fortune, The NY Times, The Tim Ferris Podcast and WSJ. Kathryn also interviews Education Specialist Pamela Donnelly, author of “SWAT Team Tactics for Getting Your Teen Into College.” Throughout her college admissions career, Donnelly has been approached by high profile celebrities and CEOs looking for a 'backdoor' to get into top universities. She became one of the most in-demand private SAT and ACT tutors in Los Angeles and developed curriculum for GATE College System. Donnelly has been featured on CNN, FOX, NBC, ABC, CBS, and in The NY Times and Time Magazine.
Kathryn interviews Philanthropist & Former Nanny Florence Ann Romano, author of “Nanny and Me”. According to the AAP, play allows children to use their creativity while developing their imagination, but play-time continues to decrease for many children. Romano offers families tips for transitioning from solely parental care to having a nanny at home. She’s the CEO and Owner of Kindred Content and serves on the Executive Board of the Children's Research Fund at Lurie's Children's Hospital. Kathryn also interviews Managing Director, Global Head of Strategic Partnerships, Christie’s Lydia Fenet, author of “THE MOST POWERFUL WOMAN IN THE ROOM IS YOU: Command an Audience and Sell Your Way to Success”. We all want to be the most powerful woman in the room — able to command an audience, exude confidence, and sell anything to anyone. Fenet offers an empowering roadmap with secrets and strategies to embrace and channel your own power. She’s been featured in The NY Times, WSJ, Forbes, and more.
Kathryn interviews Neurologist & Author Aysha Akhtar MD, author of “OUR SYMPHONY WITH ANIMALS: On Health, Empathy, and Our Shared Destinies”. It’s no secret that animals bring an undeniable joy into our lives, but the impact of animals is far greater than we might think. Her book shows how deeply the well-being of humans and animals are entwined. Dr. Akhtar is the Deputy Director of the Army’s Traumatic Brain Injury Program and is a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Public Health Service. Kathryn also interviews Professor & Author Ellen Winner PhD, author of “How Art Works: A Psychological Exploration”. Winner examines puzzles about the arts wherever their provenance - as long as there is empirical research using the methods of social science that can shed light on these questions. She is Professor of Psychology at Boston College and Senior Research Associate at Project Zero, Harvard Graduate School of Education and has been featured in The New Yorker, The NY Times and WSJ.
Kathryn interviews Neurologist & Author Aysha Akhtar MD, author of “OUR SYMPHONY WITH ANIMALS: On Health, Empathy, and Our Shared Destinies”. It’s no secret that animals bring an undeniable joy into our lives, but the impact of animals is far greater than we might think. Her book shows how deeply the well-being of humans and animals are entwined. Dr. Akhtar is the Deputy Director of the Army’s Traumatic Brain Injury Program and is a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Public Health Service. Kathryn also interviews Professor & Author Ellen Winner PhD, author of “How Art Works: A Psychological Exploration”. Winner examines puzzles about the arts wherever their provenance - as long as there is empirical research using the methods of social science that can shed light on these questions. She is Professor of Psychology at Boston College and Senior Research Associate at Project Zero, Harvard Graduate School of Education and has been featured in The New Yorker, The NY Times and WSJ.
Kathryn interviews Philanthropist & Former Nanny Florence Ann Romano, author of “Nanny and Me”. According to the AAP, play allows children to use their creativity while developing their imagination, but play-time continues to decrease for many children. Romano offers families tips for transitioning from solely parental care to having a nanny at home. She’s the CEO and Owner of Kindred Content and serves on the Executive Board of the Children's Research Fund at Lurie's Children's Hospital. Kathryn also interviews Managing Director, Global Head of Strategic Partnerships, Christie’s Lydia Fenet, author of “THE MOST POWERFUL WOMAN IN THE ROOM IS YOU: Command an Audience and Sell Your Way to Success”. We all want to be the most powerful woman in the room — able to command an audience, exude confidence, and sell anything to anyone. Fenet offers an empowering roadmap with secrets and strategies to embrace and channel your own power. She’s been featured in The NY Times, WSJ, Forbes, and more.
Kathryn interviews Pediatrician Angela Mattke MD, author of “Mayo Clinic Guide to Raising a Healthy Child”. Addressing parents’ key questions and concerns, Dr. Mattke helps parents navigate many of the twists and turns of parenting by offering a trusted guide to raising children during the preschool and elementary school years. She’s a pediatrician in the Division of Community Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine at Mayo Clinic Children's Center. Kathryn also interviews Lawyer Michael Hackard Esq., author of “Alzheimer’s, Widowed Stepmothers and Estate Crimes: Cause, Action, and Response in Cases of Fractured Inheritance, Lost Inheritance, and Disinheritance”. Hackard’s book is an invaluable guide for the millions of Americans struggling with cognitively impaired family members and inheritance-related conflicts. He’s practiced law for over forty years and has been interviewed regularly by local and national media, including the WSJ, MarketWatch, MSN Money, C-SPAN, and Fox News.
Kathryn interviews Law Professor Robin Feldman JD, author of “DRUGS, MONEY, AND SECRET HANDSHAKES: The Unstoppable Growth Of Prescription Drug Prices”. Medication costs seem to continue to rise and Feldman unravels the myriad threads that make up America’s drug-pricing system and suggests ways to help control the problem. She’s the Arthur J. Goldberg Distinguished Professor of Law and Director of the Center for Innovation at UC Hastings College of the Law SF. Kathryn also interviews OB-GYN Adrienne L. Simone MD, author of “THE NEW RULES OF PREGNANCY: What to Eat, Do, Think About & Let Go of While Your Body Is Making a Baby”. She explains everything a woman can do to support what’s happening inside her body, telling expectant mothers what they need to know and what they can stop obsessing about and over-researching. A renowned NYC OB-GYN who’s been in private practice more than twenty years, Dr. Simone blends traditional Western medicine with current Integrative medicine.
Kathryn interviews Author & Rabbi Joshua Hammerman, author of “MENSCH•MARKS: Life Lessons of a Human Rabbi”. Mensch is a Yiddish word that has gone beyond its basic definition—a human person—and has become a shining symbol of how simply being human in today’s world has become an act of heroism. To help us on our road to discovering our inner mensch, Rabbi Joshua Hammerman’s new book presents 42 brief essays that mirror the 42 stops that the Israelites made as they wandered in the desert. Kathryn also interviews Author, President & Founder Family Business USA Henry Hutcheson CMC CFBA, author of “Dirty Little Secrets of Family Business (3rd edition): Ensuring Success from One Generation to the Next”. For too many family businesses, while it may be a given that children will become the next leaders, they don’t receive the preparation or training to succeed. In his book, Hutcheson offers any organization the roadmap to ensure succession and prevent failures.
Kathryn interviews Author & Clinical Psychologist Carla Marie Manly PhD, author of “Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend”. So many of us go through our lives hampered by painful memories, and instead of denying the fear they create, we need to face it — and heed its inner voice. Dr. Manly’s method helps us detach from fear and learn from it and guides us in how to find the meaning in our fears and use it to our benefit. Kathryn also interviews Author & Managing Director FranklinCovey’s Loyalty Practice Sandy Rogers MBA, author of “Leading Loyalty: Cracking the Code to Customer Devotion”. In today’s hyper-connected world, where customers can switch to another provider with a mouse click or rethink a purchase based on a negative review, earning customers’ true loyalty has proven to be elusive. Rogers provides readers with the foundation for building the kind of fierce loyalty that is fueled through positive and emotional interactions with others.
Kathryn interviews Psychiatrist & Author Robert T. London MD, author of “Find Freedom Fast: Short-Term Therapy That Works”. Anxieties are hitting epidemic levels in the United States. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) reports that 40 million American adults suffer from an anxiety disorder every year. In his new book, Dr. London shares the keys to saying goodbye to anxiety, phobias, PTSD and insomnia for good. His three-step method empowers people to help themselves. Kathryn also interviews Actress Emily Nelson, a cast member in Season 3 of “True Detective”, HBO's critically acclaimed anthology crime drama. As one of the last people to see the children alive, she could just be the prime suspect no one ever expected! Born in Massachusetts, Nelson became a performer at an early age and graduated with a B.F.A. from the prestigious drama department of Carnegie Mellon University. She now owns and operates her own acting studio ACEN.
Kathryn interviews Social Marketing Consultant & Science Writer Robin Stevens Payes, author of the “Edge of Yesterday” series. Her books are designed to open the minds of middle-grade readers to the adventure of learning about STEM through storytelling. To help America promote more STEM graduates within this fast-growing industry, Payes is creating a curriculum that will present STEM through play, discovery, character, creativity and storytelling. Kathryn also interviews Editor, Curator & Author James Geary, author of the book “WIT’S END: What Wit Is, How It Works, and Why We Need It”. Wit is often thought of as simply being funny, but wit is more than just having a knack for snappy comebacks. It’s the quick, instinctive intelligence that allows us to think, say, or do the right thing at the right time in the right place. Geary shows how wit is a state of mind as well as a sense of humor and why wit and wisdom are really the same thing.
Kathryn interviews President & CEO of Tallo Casey Welch. The organization has partnered with more than 300 companies and colleges to improve workforce diversity, proactively engage the country’s talent pipeline, foster growing apprenticeship programs and engage with local communities. In 2018, Tallo connected students from more than 2,000 colleges and nearly 20,000 high schools in all 50 states with potential career pathways, jobs and apprenticeships and scholarship opportunities. Kathryn also interviews Author & Professor at Harvard University John E. Dowling, PhD, author of the book “Vision: How It Works and What Can Go Wrong”. Over the past fifty years, enormous progress has been made in understanding visual mechanisms and treating eye disorders. He discusses what could potentially go wrong within our complex visual system, surveys the evolution of our knowledge of vision, and speculates about future advances.
Kathryn interviews Author, Lawyer & Human Rights Activist Gregory J. Wallance JD, contributor to The Hill. As Assistant US Attorney for the Eastern District of New York from 1979 to 1985, Wallance was a member of the ABSCAM prosecution team which convicted six US congressmen and a US senator of bribery. Wallance discusses what a price we're paying for Trump’s effort to get just one-tenth of the new barriers that he promised. Kathryn also interviews Author & Wall Street Journal Writer Meghan Cox Gurdon, author of the book “THE ENCHANTED HOUR: The Miraculous Power of Reading Aloud in the Age of Distraction”. Grounded in the latest neuroscience and behavioral research is Gurdon’s conversation-changing look at how reading aloud makes adults, teens and children smarter, happier, healthier, more successful and more closely attached, even as technology pulls in the other direction.
Kathryn interviews Author & Professor of Economics Steven Landsburg PhD, author of the book “Can You Outsmart an Economist? 100+ Puzzles to Train Your Brain.” In our world of fake news and splashy soundbites, Landsburg teaches the curious how to look behind the headlines and statistics and think critically about economic problems. He’s found that readers often learn better, and enjoy themselves more, when lessons in intimidating topics are packaged as puzzles. Kathryn also interviews Author & Visiting Senior Research Scholar Stephen Nash MJ, author of the book “Grand Canyon For Sale: Public Lands versus Private Interests in the Era of Climate Change”. February 26, 2019 is the 100th Anniversary of the establishment of Grand Canyon National Park - this and other national parks and forests are in danger. Using on-the-ground reporting as well as scientific research, Nash shows how industrial exploitation and accelerating climate change will dislocate wildlife populations and vegetation.
Kathryn interviews Author & IT Executive John Griffith, author of the book “A Dad's Fun Guide to Raising Happy Daughters: Imagination Activities Against Body-Snatching Zombie Naysayers And Other Foes of Happiness.” A single parent of 3 daughters, Griffith recognizes that a father's impact upon his daughter is achieved through healthy and personal interactions. His guidance is a fatherhood story that's spiritual, jaw-dropping, inspirational and emotionally charged. Kathryn also interviews Director of the Newtown Recovery and Resiliency Team Melissa Glaser MS LPC, author of the book “HEALING A COMMUNITY: LESSONS FOR RECOVERY AFTER LARGE-SCALE TRAUMA”. Mass shootings are so frequent in the US that their aftermaths follow a mostly predictable pattern for the public, but nothing could be further from the truth in the impacted community. Glaser offers a practical and much-needed guide for anyone dealing with the daunting task of supporting and healing a community after tragedy and trauma.
Kathryn interviews NYT Best Selling Author Geneen Roth, author of the book “This Messy Magnificent Life: A Field Guide to Mind, Body, and Soul.” Through a radical tour of the body and the self, she focuses on stopping the search to “fix” ourselves—and realizes that on the other side of that never-ending project is the path to peace of mind and the space to reclaim one’s power, and joy. Roth uses revelations from her own life—both the horrific and comic—to explore this connection. Kathryn also interviews Human Rights Activist & Actress Frida Farrell, writer, producer, and star of the movie APARTMENT 407. After remaining silent about her own real-life horrific experience for fourteen years, Farrell transformed her pain into a powerful statement against gendered violence. She tells the story of Isobel, a young mother whose life is changed when a charming stranger invites her to take part in a photo shoot.
Kathryn interviews Pastor and Speaker John Pavlovitz, author of the book “Hope and Other Superpowers: A Life-Affirming, Love-Defending, Butt-Kicking, World-Saving Manifest”. There's been a lot of talk lately about quitting Facebook, or Social Media, or media altogether. It's tempting for a lot of reasons, especially when the news is just so, so, depressing. Pavlovitz fervently believes that people can change things for the better with a little guidance and lays out a path for doing so. Kathryn also interviews Entrepreneur and Consultant Petr Ludwig, author of the book “THE END OF PROCRASTINATION: How to Stop Postponing and Live a Fulfilled Life.” Even with overflowing inboxes, thousands of unread notifications, and unmet deadlines, most people still can’t manage to take control of their time and stop procrastinating. Ludwig tackles this ubiquitous issue head-on, helping you stop putting off work and reclaim your time.
Kathryn interviews strategic advisor Jack J. Hersch, author of the book “Death March Escape: The Remarkable Story of a Man Who Twice Escaped the Nazi Holocaust”. Hersch grew up hearing the stories of how his father, Dave Hersch, twice escaped the brutal death marches forced on concentration camp prisoners by the Nazis at the end of World War II. More than a memoir, biography, or history, his new book is a page-turning account of what it takes to survive with your soul intact and to never surrender. Kathryn also interviews breast cancer survivor Laura Holmes Haddad, author of the book “This is Cancer: Everything You Need to Know, From the Waiting Room to the Bedroom.” At 37 years old, she was diagnosed with Stage IV inflammatory breast cancer. Through her treatment journey she realized that there was so much more to a cancer diagnosis than the medical stuff. Her book is a thoughtful and entertaining result for those who prefer their pathos with humor, reality and a touch of flair.
Kathryn interviews Director of Research for Buckingham Strategic Wealth and The BAM Alliance Larry Swedroe, co-author of the book “Your Complete Guide to a Successful and Secure Retirement.” As we get older, most of us look forward to a life free from work. But the truth is that retirement can be highly stressful and complex - and all too many Americans fail to plan for it. Swedroe has been featured and interviewed in The WSJ, CBS Moneywatch, and Forbes.com. Kathryn also interviews coach and speaker Kathryn Sollmann, author of the book “AMBITION REDEFINED: Why the Corner Office Doesn’t Work For Every Woman and What to Do Instead.” When we reframe what it means to be ambitious, we acknowledge that challenging, lucrative work can be found in many ways that favor personal satisfaction over public applause. Sollmann, a recognized leader in helping women navigate work and life, is a frequent media resource for The Today Show, NPR, The WSJ, The NYTimes, Money, and CNBC.
Kathryn interviews psychologist Carl Pickhardt, author of the book “Who Stole My Child? Parenting Through the Four Stages of Adolescence”. For most parents, the onset of puberty brings an unexpected, even unwelcome change in their child’s behavior, which can cause bewilderment, confusion, and sadness. Pickhardt draws on decades of work to help parents navigate the changes adolescence will bring about in their relationships with their children. Kathryn also interviews attorney and mindfulness expert Julie Potiker, author of the book “Life Falls Apart, but You Don’t Have To: Mindful Methods for Staying Calm In the Midst of Chaos”. Potiker shares an easy way anyone can incorporate more joy into their daily lives. “Life is full of emotional chaos,” says Julie, “but bringing it back to focused activities that give joy to your soul can mean the difference between making it or breaking it day to day, year to year.”
Kathryn interviews bestselling philosophy writer Martin Cohen, author of “I Think, Therefore I Eat: The World’s Greatest Minds Tackle the Food Question”. We spend so much time and money on food, but do we really spend enough thought on food? Cohen uses examples from the great philosophers of the past not to tell us what to eat, but how to think about what we eat. The result is a fascinating look at food that will greatly alter our conceptions of what we put into our body and the industry that sells it to us. Kathryn also interviews software engineer Pratima Rao Gluckman, author of “Nevertheless, She Persisted: True Stories of Women Leaders in Tech”. The high-tech industry is still rife with gender bias. Gluckman tells the stories of 19 women who overcame formidable odds to succeed in a male-dominated culture. The stories are a testament to persistence, whether undergoing a grueling education or going back to ask for a promotion after being rejected.
Kathryn interviews coach Valorie Kondos Field, author of “”Life is Short, Don’t Wait to Dance: Advice and Inspiration from the UCLA Athletic Hall of Fame Coach of 7 NCAA Championship Teams”. For Field it's not about the X's and O's, it's about choreographing your life and owning the choices you make. This book is a thought-provoking, fun journey through the personal stories and anecdotes of the 35-year career of an athletic coach.
Kathryn also interviews award-winning artist Lisa Sniderman, author of “A Light in the Darkness (A Memoir): Transcending Chronic Illness through the Power of Art and Attitude”. Living with a chronic illness for more than 10 years, Sniderman creates to heal. Diagnosed with a rare, debilitating immune disorder called dermatomyositis (DM), she struggled to maintain a normal life with a body in revolt. Living with a chronic illness challenged her to see DM as a gift in disguise that has opened the door to new dreams, new songs, and new opportunities.
Kathryn interviews Jennifer Anne Moses, multi-genre author of “The Book of Joshua: A Novel”. Eighteen-year-old Joshua Cushing wakes up in a psych ward, not knowing how he got there. And no one in his family will tell him what happened to his girlfriend, Sophie. Moses weaves an unforgettable story from family secrets, friendship, faith, love, and redemption. It brings readers deeply into the lives of those who suffer from mental illness, as well as the friends and family affected by it. Kathryn also interviews attorney Andrew Stern, author of “Justice Under the Rubble: The Salvation Army Building Collapse”. In June 2013, the roof of a Philadelphia Salvation Army thrift store collapsed, killing six people and injuring 13 in one day. Stern shares his personal experience as the attorney for Mariya Plekan, a Ukrainian immigrant who was buried for 13 hours crushed under layers of debris, and lost half her body whose medical bills were projected at $50 million.
Kathryn interviews startup and high-growth company culture expert Bretton Putter, author of “Culture Decks Decoded: Transform Your Culture into a Visible, Conscious and Tangible Asset”. Netflix. Hubspot. LinkedIn. Besides being among the most admired companies in the world, these firms all have well-defined, ahead-of-the-pack cultures. They craft culture decks and other vital materials to convey their values, mission, vision and purpose inside as well as outside the organization.
Kathryn also interview primary care physician Alex Lickerman MD, author of “The Ten Worlds: The New Psychology of Happiness”. Could it be that our basic beliefs about how to achieve lasting happiness are all wrong? Dr. Lickerman and Dr. ElDifrawi, a clinical psychologist who later transitioned to a career in marketing, propose a new paradigm about happiness and how it can be attained. Dr. Lickerman uses two decades of research and the latest science to guide readers to a better understanding of happiness.
Kathryn interviews family defense attorney and advocate Diane L. Redleaf JD, author of “They Took the Kids Last Night: How the Child Protection System Puts Families at Risk”. The U.S. practices child welfare like no other country in the world. In the name of child protection, it removes children from their families, temporarily and permanently. Redleaf, a pioneer defender of parents and families, shares the stories of what happened to six families whose children were wrongly seized by child protection services. Kathryn also interviews physician Beth Ricanati MD, author of “Braided: A Journey of a Thousand Challahs”. What if the act of making bread – mixing and kneading, watching and waiting – could heal your heartache, your emptiness, and your sense of being overwhelmed? It can. This is the surprise that Dr. Ricanati learned when she started baking challah: that simply stopping and baking bread was the best medicine she could prescribe for women in a fast-paced world.
Kathryn interviews activist Jen Epstein, author of “Don’t Get Too Excited: It’s Just About a Pair of Shoes and Other Laments From My Life”. As a child Epstein worried that she would swallow her uvula and choke to death. Then she worried high-voltage wires would get her. Eventually she was diagnosed with obsessive compulsive disorder. Whether pondering motherhood or refusing to drink ice water abroad, Epstein exposes her inner demons with distinctive style and themes of universal appeal.
Kathryn also interviews award-winning Pixar artist Matthew Luhn, author of “The Best Story Wins: How to Leverage Hollywood Storytelling in Business and Beyond”. How can companies compete when they only have a sliver of a second to move in? The secret is to hook ‘em with a great story. Luhn translates 25 years of successful storytelling — woven throughout his 10 blockbuster Pixar films – into fresh insights that help business minds reach audiences, captivate customers, and grow their businesses.
Kathryn interviews trainer and coach Lorraine Ferguson, author of “The Unapologetic Saleswoman: Breaking the Barriers, Beating the Odds”. Many women are deterred from pursuing sales careers out of a fear that they will be judged by standards set by men. Illustrated with case studies drawn from Ferguson's own career and her experiences training other saleswomen, Ferguson shows how women can gain trust and respect by being both assertive and collaborative. Kathryn also interviews Thomas Sims MD, author of “On Call in the Arctic: A Doctor’s Pursuit of Life, Love, and Miracles in the Alaskan Frontier”. Imagine a young doctor in 1972, trained in the latest medical knowledge and state-of-the-art equipment, suddenly transported back to one of the world’s most unforgiving environments—Nome, Alaska. Dr. Sims’ memoir reveals the thrills and terrors of frontier medicine, where he had to rely on his instincts to persevere against all odds and help his patients.
Kathryn interviews psychologist, grief expert and widow Sherry Cormier PhD, author of “Sweet Sorrow: Finding Enduring Wholeness After Loss and Grief”. When we lose someone, everything changes. Cormier explains why no one should expect a grieving person to “get over it and move on.” Formerly on the faculty at the University of Tennessee and West Virginia University, Cormier has co-written and co-produced more than 50 training videos for Cengage Learning. Kathryn also interviews Michael Pipich MS, LMFT, author of “Owning Bipolar: How Patients and Families Can Take Control of Bipolar Disorder”. About 350 million people worldwide suffer from bipolar disorder and that two-thirds of all people with bipolar are misdiagnosed. Pipich believes that’s a big reason why bipolar may account for about one-fourth of all suicides. Pipich breaks down bipolar disorder into understandable parts so patients and families know what to expect from diagnosis, treatment and long term management.
Kathryn interviews international speaker and leadership expert Scott Stein MA, CSP, author of “Leadership Hacks: Clever Shortcuts to Boost Your Impact and Results”. One of the most common complaints from leaders is that there is never enough time to keep up with an overloaded inbox. Stein suggests that by hacking your approach you can stay on top of your email—which gives you more time to focus on the important things. Stein has worked with many of the world’s best-known brands and government agencies to implement strategies for better results.
Kathryn also interviews psychoanalyst Mark Borg PhD, author of “Relationship Sanity: Creating and Maintaining Healthy Relationships”. Drawing on relatable case studies of those who addressed their dysfunctional, toxic or estranged relationships, Borg and his co-authors show readers how to approach common relationship hurdles and offer invaluable tools for anyone seeking healthier connections with their partners, loved ones and colleagues.
Kathryn interviews Warren Berger, bestselling author of “Book of Beautiful Questions: The Powerful Questions That Will Help You DECIDE, CREATE, CONNECT, and LEAD”. In this era of polarization, knowing how to ask the right questions enables us to “bridge the divide” and better connect with others. Berger has studied hundreds of leading innovators, entrepreneurs, and creative thinkers to learn how they ask questions, generate original ideas, and solve problems. Kathryn also interviews Matthew Horace, author of “The Black and the Blue: A Cop Reveals the Crimes, Racism, and Injustice in America’s Law Enforcement”. While working under cover, Horace found himself with a gun pointed at his head, a breath away from being shot by a white officer who thought because he was black, he must be the suspect. Using reports, research, and personal accounts from interviews with over 100 police and government officials around the country, Horace presents an insider's look at police tactics.
Kathryn interviews Jeff Goodell, author of “The Water Will Come: Rising Seas, Sinking Cities, and the Remaking of the Civilized World”. Across the globe, scientists and civilians alike are noticing intense changes in our climate, suggesting that we are moving closer to the brink of broad disaster. Goodell has traveled across 12 countries to report from the front lines, using fact, science, on-the-ground journalism to show scenes from what already is becoming a water world. Kathryn also interviews Thomas Sims MD, author of “On Call in the Arctic: A Doctor’s Pursuit of Life, Love, and Miracles in the Alaskan Frontier”. Imagine a young doctor in 1972, trained in the latest medical knowledge and state-of-the-art equipment, suddenly transported back to one of the world’s most unforgiving environments—Nome, Alaska. Dr. Sims’ memoir reveals the thrills and terrors of frontier medicine, where he had to rely on his instincts to persevere against all odds and help his patients.
Kathryn interviews sustainable growth expert Rick Miller, author of “Be Chief: It’s a Choice, Not a Title”. When Miller was tasked with rehabilitating million - and billion - dollar organizations, he didn’t do it by turning to “chiefs” in the top echelon. Miller argues that if you want to drive sustainable growth that turns companies around, your organization needs to be filled with “chiefs” at every level. Miller is a former executive in Fortune 10, Fortune 30, startups, and nonprofits. Miller is featured on FierceCEO, USA Today, and Forbes.
Kathryn also interviews certified life coach and former Dept. of Defense appointee Kathy Hertz, author of “Beyond Resistance: Coping with the Stress of the Trump Era”. As we head towards midterm elections this November, the American political climate remains extremely divisive. Beyond the politicians themselves, average Americans are feeling stressed and angry, often leading to feelings of helplessness when it comes to making a political impact.
Kathryn interviews cultural psychologist Michele Gelfand PhD, author of “Rule Makers, Rule Breakers: How Tight and Loose Cultures Wire Our World”. In 2011, Gelfand and her colleagues conducted a major cross-cultural investigation of the behaviors of 7,000 people in more than 30 countries. This led Gelfand to develop the tightness-looseness classification system of cultures that is the focus of her new book. Gelfand, Distinguished University Professor at the University of Maryland, is featured in The Washington Post, NPR and the NYTimes.
Kathryn also interviews humanitarian Hanna Jaff Bosdet, star of the Netflix series “Made in Mexico”. Bosdet was born in San Diego to a Mexican (Catholic) mother and a Kurdish (Muslim) father and learned from a young age about bias and discrimination; in America it is not socially ideal to be either Mexican or Muslim, and she is both. Bosdet knew these biases were wrong, and she was determined to change that narrative.
Kathryn interviews consumer finance expert Jill Gonzalez on 2018’s Most and Least Diverse States in America. To determine where the most idea and identity exchanges have occurred at the highest level in the U.S. — and where the population is relatively more homogeneous — WalletHub compared the 50 states across six key categories: socio-economic, cultural, economic, household, religious and political diversity. Gonzalez, Media Director at WalletHub, is featured on NBC Nightly News, NPR’s Marketplace and C-SPAN. Kathryn also interviews former attorney turned sex and intimacy coach Xanet Pailet, author of “Living an Orgasmic Life: Heal Yourself and Awaken Your Pleasure”. Pailet lived in a sexless marriage for decades. She is now passionate about helping individuals who are struggling with their sexuality reclaim their pleasure, transform their lives and understand that help is available. Pailet is featured in SheKnows, Brides and Cosmopolitan.
Kathryn interviews Break Free Together founder Linda Kay Klein, author of “Pure: Inside the Evangelical Movement that Shamed a Generation of Young Women and How I Broke Free”. Klein has been advocating for change in the realm of the American Evangelical Christian Church for over a decade. She was taught that a women’s sexuality is viewed as shameful in the eyes of the church. Conversations with other young women coping with these same identity issues facilitated her own healing and lead her to write this book.
Kathryn also interviews Global Grassroots president Gretchen Ki Steidle, author of “Leading from Within: Conscious Social Change and Mindfulness for Social Innovation”. Steidle argues that personal investment in self-awareness helps to shape leaders who are able to inspire change in others, build stronger relationships, and design innovative and more sustainable solutions. She offers a roadmap for integrating mindfulness into every aspect of social change.
Kathryn interviews Ariane de Bonvoisin, NYTimes bestselling author of “Giggles and Joy Series: Spiritual Life Lessons for Kids”. Imagine tapping into the beauty of a child’s innate wisdom through the sharing of sweet and wise words of guidance and valuable life skills. de Bonvoisin does just this, with a healthy dose of enlightened humor and profound, yet simple, messages for babies and children up to ten years old. De Bonvoisin is featured on The Today Show, CBS Early Show and CNN.
Kathryn also interviews psychotherapist and writer Dan Mager MSW, author of “Roots and Wings: Mindful Parenting in Recovery”. Like most parents, Mager loved the experience of toddler discoveries, felt joy in his kids’ successes and grappled with their adolescent angst. But adding to these typical parenting joys and sorrows, Mager had to deal with another element: he is in recovery. Mager guides parents in recovery, helping them to develop sensible methods for cultivating genuine happiness.
Kathryn interviews pediatrician Andrew Adesman MD, author of “The Grandfamily Guidebook: Wisdom and Support for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren.” There are 65 million grandparents in the US, many of whom are the sole caretakers of their grandchildren. Dr. Adesman, a board-certified physician, explores the main pitfalls of raising a family for the second time around. He has been recognized repeatedly as a 'Top Doctor' by New York Magazine, Newsday and many other publications. Kathryn also interviews humorist Dana Bowman, author of “How to Be Perfect Like Me”. From the moment their children are born, mothers are under tremendous pressure to be ‘perfect’. For moms who struggle with alcoholism, parenting can prove to be especially challenging. Bowman candidly details these struggles in her new book, offering comic relief and encouragement to moms seeking a coping mechanism for the day-to-day expectations and monotonous schedules of family life.
Kathryn interviews social entrepreneur Due Quach, author of “Calm Clarity: How to Use Science to Rewire Your Brain for Greater Wisdom, Fulfillment, and Joy”. Quach shares her innovative program to deal with toxic stress and adversity by turning to neuroscience and meditation. Quach has used these tips herself, having escaped Vietnam as a refuge and was raised in inner-city Philadelphia. Quach is a Harvard and Wharton alum and creator of the Calm Clarity Program. Kathryn also interviews Iranian immigrant Marina Shakour Haber, author of “Dream a Better Dream: Change Your Mind to Save the World”. Today the American Dream is falling out of reach - especially for minorities. Our once-optimistic and hopeful society has become toxic and negative with increasing levels of divisiveness, racism, bigotry, misogyny and isolationism. Haber's inspirational memoir is a unique take social activism, offering personal self-help strategies as a tool to transform the social problems in America.
Kathryn interviews journalist Bina Shah, Pakistan’s internationally renowned author of “Before She Sleeps: A Novel”. Conjuring Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale, Shah takes the parable of women selected for breeding to a terrifying new level. In her dystopian thriller, women in the Middle East and Asia have had their numbers drastically reduced by war, gender selection and disease. The consequence is that women must take multiple husbands in order to produce more female children. Not all women agree to submit. Kathryn also interview Thomas Moore PhD, NYTimes bestselling author of “Ageless Soul: The Lifelong Journey Towards Meaning and Joy”. Dr. Moore has been a monk, a musician, a university professor and a psychotherapist. In contrast to the perception that aging means diminishment, Dr. Moore regards aging as the process by which we become more fully ourselves: a series of initiations rather than losses. He explores how to find new meaning, vigor, and connection in aging.
Kathryn interviews hair loss expert Danielle Marzella Grillo. Alopecia is something many women deal with impacting all areas of their lives from career to relationships, because of its impact on one's self-esteem. She travels the world educating hair loss industry professionals about the various types of alopecia, how common it is and how to find help. Danielle is featured on BuzzFeed, The Today Show and Fox News. Kathryn also interviews trauma and PTSD expert Christine C. Forner MSW, RSW on her book “Dissociation, Mindfulness, and Creative Meditations: Trauma-Informed Practices to Facilitate Growth”. Separation from caregivers is traumatic. Children move into a state of panic and terror as they search for humans that they intuit to help them get to safety. Forner discusses family separation and why it's harmful, exploring the potential of mindfulness and why this level of developmental human achievement is so important within traumatic stress.
Kathryn interviews Chamin Ajjan LCSW, author of “Seeking Soulmate: Ditch the Dating Game and Find Real Connection”. Ajjan offers a fresh perspective on looking for love, using a friendly, funny, and informative approach to apply evidence-based theories of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness meditation practice to the negative behaviors, thoughts and patterns that cause dating distress. Kathryn also interviews former police officer and teacher Pardeep Singh Kaleka, author of “The Gift of Our Wounds: A Sikh and a Former White Supremacist Find Forgiveness After Hate”. In 2012, Kaleka’s father was murdered by a white supremacist. At the same time, co-author Arno Michaels who had founded one of the world's largest skinhead organizations was striving to leave his racist life behind. These two men have come together on a mission to stop hate, to move beyond violence and tragedy to find common ground.
Kathryn interviews award-winning journalist Nancy Rommelmann, author of “To The Bridge: A True Story of Motherhood and Murder”. In 2009 Amanda Stott-Smith dropped her 2 children from a bridge. Her 4 year-old son died while her 7 year-old daughter survived. After years of investigation, Rommelmann chronicles this tragedy in a delicately balanced piece of reporting looking into how such a crime can occur. Rommelmann is featured in The NYTimes, LA Weekly and The Wall Street Journal. Kathryn also interviews MarketSmart Founder and CEO Greg Warner, author of “Engagement Fundraising: How to Raise More Money for Less in the 21st Century”. If you want a piece of the charitable giving pie for your own organization, you need to grab innovation by the horns – especially when it comes to marketing to long-term and high-yield donors. Warner has built a dedicated following of organizations, including the Special Olympics, Boys and Girls Clubs, World Wildlife Federation and The Salvation Army.
Kathryn interviews amateur primatologist Dale Peterson PhD, author of “The Ghosts of Gombe: A True Story of Love and Death in an African Wilderness”. In 1969 a volunteer at Dr. Jane Goodall's famous chimpanzee research camp followed a chimpanzee into the forest. Six days later, her body was found. Peterson reveals the story of day-to-day life in Goodall's camp and the astonishing friendships that developed between the researchers and the chimpanzees during the months preceding that tragic event. Kathryn also interviews Saeeda Hafiz, author of “The Healing: One Woman’s Journey from Poverty to Inner Riches”. As a child growing up in a suburb of Pittsburgh the concept of being middle class seemed out of reach for Hafiz. Hafiz shares her story of becoming her first sibling to graduate college, and how her pursuit of learning to cook macrobiotic food and practicing meditation and yoga has helped her recover from chronic health conditions and heal from the family trauma she has inherited.
Kathryn interviews NYTimes bestselling author Steven R. Gundry MD, author of “The Plant Paradox Cookbook: 100 Delicious Recipes to Help You Lose Weight, Heal Your Gut, and Live Lectin-Free”. In “The Plant Paradox” Dr. Gundry changes his focus to curing modern diseases via dietary changes, revealing the hidden toxins lurking in seemingly healthy foods like tomatoes, zucchini, quinoa, and brown rice. The new cookbook features 100 recipes to maintain a revolutionary way of new eating. Kathryn also interviews HIV specialist Daniel Baxter MD, author of “One Life at a Time: An American Doctor’s Memoir of AIDS in Botswana”. Dr. Baxter spent more than six years in Botswana providing direct patient care, teaching healthcare workers, and mentoring physicians under the aegis of the African Comprehensive HIV/AIDS Partnerships, heading up teams of residents and medical students at the country’s largest hospital, where under dire conditions, he cared for some of the sickest patients he’d ever seen.
Kathryn interviews Yale lecturer and medical writer Randi Hutter Epstein MD, author of “Aroused: The History of Hormones and How They Control Just About Everything”. Dr. Epstein takes us on a fascinating tour of the unique history and science behind one of medicine’s most important discoveries — hormones — and our quest to control them. Dr. Epstein’s expertise is featured in the Washington Post, the NYTimes, the Guardian and on ABC News. Kathryn also interviews mother and activist Eliza Factor, author of “Strange Beauty: A Portrait of My Son”. This intimate, no-holds barred memoir is the story of two little girls growing up in the shadow of their charming and fitful brother and of a mother imagining the world through the eyes of her son born with multiple disabilities, including cerebral palsy and autism. Eliza describes her pregnancy and the first few blissful months with Felix before the awareness that their son’s life, and their own, will not be at all like she had imagined.
Kathryn interviews psychiatrist Edward M. Hallowell MD, author of “Because I Come From a Crazy Family: The Making of a Psychiatrist”. Hallowell's childhood was surrounded by dysfunction, a manic-depressive father, alcoholic mother and an abusive step-father. Hallowell’s memoir is a paean to the mentally ill and those who love them. He's featured on Oprah, CNN, NPR, 60 minutes, and in US News and World Report, the NYTimes, Washington Post and the Harvard Business Review. Kathryn also interviews Alyce Desrosiers LCSW, author of “The Nanny Manual: How to Choose and Nurture the Perfect Childcare Partner”. What’s the secret to hiring the right nanny? Desrosiers takes parents on a journey of self-discovery to help them with one of the most important hiring decisions they’ll ever make. She is the founder of the non-profit The Institute for Families and Nannies dedicated to supporting relationships between families and nannies and is the author of Nannies for Modern Moms.
Kathryn interviews psychotherapist and bestselling author Jonathan Robinson on his latest book “More Love, Less Conflict: A Communication Playbook for Couples”. 30% percent of married households contain a mismatched partisan pair so it's all too easy to get upset if your spouse is your political opposite. Robinson says it's time to stop letting politics get in the way of romance and love, offering highly practical communications strategies to dissipate the tension, get on the same page and ramp up the love. Kathryn also interviews philosophy professor Gordon Marino PhD, author of the NYTimes opinion piece “The Upside of Envy”. His essay covers everything from his own personal feelings of envy towards his peers to the philosophical complexities envy presents in every area of our lives. Dr. Marino, a former boxer, is featured in the NY Times, Newsweek, and The Wall Street Journal. He’s also the author of The Existentialist’s Survival Guide.
Kathryn interviews senior care expert and social worker Jody Gastfriend, author of “My Parent’s Keeper: The Guilt, Grief, Guesswork, and Unexpected Gifts of Caregiving”. With life expectancy almost double what it was a 100 years ago, we're at a point in history when people 85 years and over make up the largest growing demographic in the US. Gastfriend shares her guide to caring for aging family members by providing advice, vignettes and a compassionate approach to helping family caregivers find gratification in their new role.
Kathryn also interviews Laura Jean Baker, award-winning author of the book “The Motherhood Affidavits: A Memoir”. With the birth of her first child, Baker discovers oxytocin to be the first effective antidote to her lifelong depression. Over the next 8 years, addicted to the highs of pregnancy and new motherhood, her ‘oxy’ cravings and family grow — to the dismay of her public defender husband. Baker is featured in Salon, The Washington Post and the NYTimes.
Kathryn interviews Brooklyn divorce attorney James J. Sexton, Esq, author of “If You’re In My Office, It’s Already Too Late: A Divorce Lawyer’s Guide to Staying Together”. A realist by profession and a romantic at heart, Sexton has tapped into his years of experience helping people end their marriages to create the ultimate how-NOT-to-need-his-services guide to help couples starting out find a path to success, and to help those who aren’t too far gone get back on track. Kathryn also interviews life coach and consultant Nina Lorez Collins, author of “What Would Virginia Woolf Do? And Other Questions I Ask Myself as I Attempt to Age Without Apology”. Her book grew out of a closed Facebook group as an ironic nod to a brilliant and witty feminist who killed herself in her 50s. There are now 13,500+ members who talk candidly about all things that women over 40 care about — their bodies, their romantic lives, their kids, their careers, literature, politics.
Kathryn interviews psychiatrist and Tulane University professor Michael S. Scheeringa MD, author of “They’ll Never Be The Same: A Parent’s Guide to PTSD in Youth”. With school shootings on the verge of becoming the 'new normal', it can be difficult for parents to navigate the trauma their children may experience as a result of these tragedies. Dr. Scheeringa uses his 20 years of clinical practice and research to provide parents with a compassionate and accessible guide to explain the impact of this trauma on their children.
Kathryn also interviews CNN political commentator and activist Sally Kohn JD, author of “The Opposite of Hate: A Field Guide to Repairing Our Humanity”. Kohn, former leading progressive voice and liberal commentator on Fox News, has gone head-to-head with her colleagues on divisive issues, engaging in heated arguments and developing unexpected friendships. Kohn is featured in the Washington Post, NY Times, NY Magazine, USA Today and TIME.
Kathryn interviews leader Hilarie Gamm, author of “Billions Lost: The American Tech Crisis and The Road Map to Change”. For over two decades Gamm (pen name) has amassed a wide-sweeping professional portfolio at virtually all levels of the tech industry hierarchy. She pulls the curtain back on the destruction of the American technology industry, explaining how the offshoring of millions of U.S. technology jobs has opened a gateway that places our economy, national security and educational systems at risk. Kathryn also interviews Charita Cole Brown, author of “Defying the Verdict: My Bipolar Life”. During her first semester of college Brown experienced a psychotic episode frighteningly reminiscent of her grandmother’s own breakdown and subsequent hospitalization. She was later diagnosed with a severe form of bipolar disorder. Brown chronicles her personal journey with this mental disorder, detailing her struggle to accept her diagnosis and create a life full of love, hope and success.
Kathryn interviews Mike Murphy, bestselling author of “The Creation Frequency: Tune in the Power of the Universe to Manifest the Life of Your Dreams”. At the lowest time in his life, when he was falling apart due to his addiction to alcohol and drugs, Murphy was shown a simple yet powerful method for manifesting his heart’s desires and used it to change his own life. Kathryn also interviews The Amazing Race Canada inaugural season winner Tim Hague Sr., author of “Perseverance: The Seven Skills You Need to Survive, Thrive and Accomplish More Than You Ever Imagined”. The irritating tremor in Hague’s foot turned out to be early onset Parkinson's disease. He was only 46 years old. But what seemed to be an end became a new beginning. Just three years later, Hague won the inaugural The Amazing Race Canada. Orphaned by a teen mother his remarkable life story shows that perseverance is not just a matter of willpower: it's a skill that can be learned and honed.
Kathryn interviews Rutgers U Professor of Public Policy Jocelyn Elise Crowley PhD, author of “Gray Divorce: What We Lose and Gain from Mid-life Splits”. Due to the aging Baby Boomer generation one out of every four divorces are people over the age of 50. Dr. Crowley spoke with men and women whose lives were completely transformed in the aftermath of their gray divorces. Dr. Crowley is featured in The Huffington Post, Forbes.com and The NYTimes. Kathryn also interviews Dean of Mt. Sinai Icahn School of Medicine Dennis Charney MD, author of “Resilience: The Science Behind Mastering Life’s Greatest Challenges”. While devoting his research and career to studying neurobiology, anxiety and resiliency, Dr. Charney survived a shotgun wound to the shoulder by a disgruntled former colleague. Dr. Charney, President for Academic Affairs Mt. Sinai Health System, has written more than 700 publications, and is named one of the world's most influential scientific minds by Thomson Reuters in 2015.
Kathryn interviews President of the Center for American Progress Action Fund Jennifer Palmieri, author of “Dear Madam President: An Open Letter to the Women Who Will Run the World”. As head of communications for Hillary Clinton's 2016 presidential campaign, Palmieri optimistically argues that the Clinton candidacy and all she experienced on the campaign trail - confusion, admiration, hate, love, acceptance, rejection - can now open the country up to re-imagining women in leadership roles. Kathryn also interviews US National Memory Champion Chester Santos, author of “Mastering Memory: Techniques to Turn Your Brain from a Sieve to a Sponge”. Who doesn't have issues with their memory? We can all use some tips on how to fuel and improve our brains! Santos, one of the world's foremost experts on memory-training techniques, lays out effective techniques for total recall: the story method, the body method, the journey method and the phonetic alphabet system.
Kathryn interviews ex-con Larry Lawton, author of “Gangster Redemption: How America’s Most Notorious Jewel Robber Got Rich, Got Caught, and Got His Life Back on Track”. As the first ex-con in the US to be sworn in as an honorary police officer, Lawton can see policing from both sides of the equation. Lawton is featured on ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, CNN and MSNBC.
Kathryn also interviews prosecutor and legal analyst Stacey Honowitz. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. As a 30-year veteran of the Florida State Attorney's office and supervisor of the Sex Crimes and Child Abuse Unit, Honowitz is on a mission to make the discussion of sex crimes and reporting become mainstream and no longer taboo. When she isn't putting bad guys behind bars she’s educating parents and children about child molestation and the importance of reporting abuse as the first step to healing. Honowitz is featured on GMA, NBC, CNN, CBS MSNBC, CNBC and FOX.
Kathryn interviews Irwin Redlener MD, author of “The Future of Us: What the Dreams of Children Mean for Twenty-First Century America”. Dr. Redlener is co-founder with singer-songwriter Paul Simon of the Children’s Health Fund, a national network of more than 50 pediatric clinics providing health care to the nation’s most medically underserved urban and rural communities. His new book is both a memoir and a call to action for all Americans to invest in our country’s children. Kathryn also interviews CJ Golden, author of “One Pedal at a Time: A Novice Caregiver and Her Cyclist Husband Face Their New Normal with Courage, Tenacity, and Abundant Love”. Golden shares her accessible and honest experience to highlight a very real passage in the lives of a husband and wife who love each other unequivocally. As caregiver, Golden holds nothing back because she wants others who are unexpectedly thrown into the role of caregiver to know they are not alone.
Kathryn interviews leadership expert Sally Helgesen, author of “How Women Rise: Break the 12 Habits Holding You Back from Your Next Raise, Promotion, or Job”. Helgesen specializes in helping women achieve their potential in the workplace, delivering leadership programs to companies which include Microsoft, IBM, the World Bank and Pfizer. Helgesen is the author of “The Female Advantage” and “The Web of Inclusion”, cited by the Wall Street Journal as one of the best books on leadership ever.
Kathryn also interviews licensed clinical psychologist Kate K. Lund PsyD, author of “Bounce: Help Your Child Build Resilience and Thrive in School, Sports and Life”. Recent school shootings have raised significant concerns across the country about the safety of our children as they go off to school each day. Dr. Kate Lund shares tips for helping children to cope with the events that happen around them and feel as secure as possible in an uncertain world.
Kathryn interviews McGill University inter-sexual dialogue researcher Dr. Paul Nathanson, author of “Spreading Misandry: The Teaching of Contempt for Men in Public Culture”. Thanks to the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements, the field of “masculinities studies” has gained newfound exposure. Dr. Nathanson uses an extensive appendix of anti-male to show that in the past ten years, the pendulum has swung too far – arguing that we now live in an atmosphere that discriminates against men.
Kathryn also interviews Dr. Rick Hanson, New York Times bestselling author of “Resilient: How to Grow an Unshakable Core of Calm, Strength, and Happiness”. Psychologist Dr. Rick Hanson presents a scientifically grounded program for developing twelve inner strengths that foster lasting happiness in a changing and sometimes challenging world. Dr. Hanson is featured on BBC, CBS, and NPR.
Kathryn interviews WalletHub consumer finance expert Jill Gonzalez on their 2018 report of the “Best and Worst States for Women”. Gonzalez helps us compare the 50 states and DC across 23 key metrics, including median earnings for female workers, women’s preventative health care and female homicide rates. Gonzalez is featured on NBC’s Marketplace, CBS Radio, and in The NY Times and Fortune.
Kathryn also interviews NYTimes bestselling author Rachel Simmons on her latest book “Enough As She Is: How to Help Girls Move Beyond Impossible Standards of Success to Live Healthy, Happy and Fulfilling Lives”. Today, girls are glass-ceiling busting, selfie-taking world changers, coming of age in an era of historic promise. Simmons cautions that more does not always add up to a life that is happy or well. Simmons translates the often toxic messages faced by adolescents and offers step-by-step directions on how to help girls redefine success in healthy ways.
Kathryn interviews educator and speaker Anni Keffer, author of “Leadership Built on Why: A Guide for Young Adults”. It's a myth that young people should wait until they're older to become leaders - the Parkland school shooting survivors are outstanding examples of this. Keffer lays out a clear roadmap on how young adults can aim high, find their essential purpose, become tomorrow's leaders - and gain the courage to lead from their convictions.
Kathryn also interviews personal branding expert Krista Clive-Smith, author of “Get Noticed, Be Remembered: Creating a Personal Brand Strategy for Success”. Each of us is born with a gift, a calling - something that sets us apart from the pack. Define it, position it, package it and champion it. Clive-Smith takes us on a journey to get noticed and be remembered whether you're a parent, professional, entrepreneur, student or in the middle of a life transition.
Kathryn interviews Kelly McGrath Martinsen, author of “A Year of Inspired Living: Essays and Exercises for Self-Reflection”. Martinsen found herself laid off from her job as a pharmaceutical executive, struggling with a husband’s cancer diagnosis and a son’s rare epilepsy disorder. Inspired by a few years of her own inspired living, Martinsen connects with readers and helps them reach into the hidden corners of their lives and develop a greater awareness of their own personal relationships and journeys.
Kathryn also interviews activist and independent filmmaker Maggie Hadleigh-West on her documentary “Sick to Death”. After drinking radioactive iodine to kill her overactive thyroid, Hadleigh-West catapults into illness only to run smack into the medical corruption that is shredding the fabric of American life. Hadleigh-West is featured on 20/20, The Today Show, CBS News, BBC, NPR, and CNN.
Kathryn interviews Senior Women’s Reporter for HuffPost Emma Gray, author of “Girls Guide to Joining the Resistance: A Feminist Handbook on Fighting for Good”. Wondering what women can do in the wake of 2016, Gray interviewed some of the most prominent thought leaders and activists of our time—including Women’s March Co-Chair Carmen Perez, Senator Elizabeth Warren, and Black Lives Matter Network co-creator Alicia Garza — to find out the best ways to listen, join in, and create sustainable action.
Kathryn also interviews John Allock, author of “Forty Things I Wish I’d Told My Kids: Mindful Messages about Success, Happiness, Leather, Pickles, and the Use and Misuse of Imagination”. As the co-founder of Sea Change Preparatory - a school that incorporates mindfulness into it’s curriculum - Allock has witnessed how this essential practice has helped students achieve the unthinkable. Allock helps adults and children alike achieve peace, self-acceptance, and self-realization.
Kathryn interviews business performance coach Kelly Riggs, author of “Counter Mentor Leadership: How to Unlock the Potential of the 4-Generation Workplace”. Father and son team Kelly Riggs, a Boomer, and Robby Riggs, a Millennial, are uniquely positioned to challenge the clash of perspectives, with Boomers craving the comfort of a hierarchical organization and Millennials demanding inclusion and collaboration, impacts the bottom line. Kathryn also interviews master mediator and philosopher Dr. Christopher DiCarlo, author of “Six Steps to Better Thinking: How to Disagree and Get Along”. It is a familiar cycle. Following a national tragedy, each side of a debate becomes utterly polarized, angry, and deadlocked. Dr. DiCarlo offers expert advice on communicating without alienating either party. Dr. DiCarlo is an award-winning lecturer, educational and business consultant, and past Visiting Research Scholar at Harvard University and the Peabody Museum.
Kathryn interviews childhood and family expert Sheryl Ziegler PhD, author of “Mommy Burnout: How to Reclaim Your Life and Raise Healthier Children in the Process”. Dr. Ziegler is identifying mommy burnout as a true epidemic, one that’s jeopardizing the emotional and physical health of women today. She is a regular local FOX News contributor, a panelist on NBC Morning News, and is featured on The Katie Couric Show and The Denver Post. Kathryn also interviews Samuel Harrington MD, author of “At Peace: Choosing a Good Death After a Long Life”. Most people say they would like to die quietly at home. But overly aggressive medical advice coupled with an unrealistic sense of invincibility results in many elderly patients misguidedly dying in institutions while undergoing painful procedures. Through experience with his own parents and patients Dr. Harrington has developed specific steps to ensure last days pass comfortably at home or in hospice, when further aggressive care is inappropriate.
Kathryn interviews ‘Forty Under 40’ Instructor Marc Demetriou, author of “Lessons From My Grandfather: Wisdown for Success in Business and Life”. An Ellis Island immigrant, Demetriou's grandfather came to a new country at age 16 with nothing but a bag full of dreams, courage, wit, and the desire to succeed. Demetriou shares 15 timeless success and fulfillment principles handed down from his grandfather. Demetriou is featured in The NYTimes, The Huffington Post and the Associated Press. Kathryn also interviews The Economist’s Cuba Correspondent Roseann Lake, author of “Leftover in China: The Women Shaping the World’s Next Superpower”. Known as leftovers if they fail to marry by age twenty-five, these women represent a China in which gender roles have not evolved as vigorously as society itself, and where new professional opportunities have made women less willing to compromise their careers or concede to marriage for the sake of it.
Kathryn interview Nita Belles, author of “In Our Backyard: Human Trafficking in America and What We Can Do to Stop It”. Freedom Stickers, with the toll-free number and text of the National Human Trafficking Hotline, are placed in public restroom stalls providing victims a pathway to freedom at a moment when the traffickers control is at its weakest. Nita Belles is featured on USA Today, CNN and FOX. Kathryn also interviews author Saida Desilets PhD. Harvey Weinstein and Louis CK did not respect it. And women who are now coming forward about their sexual abuse at the hands of these men are only now claiming it. It’s their sexual sovereignty - the right to control their own sexual and physical fate - not subject to the demands, control or perversion of others. Dr. Desilets, a victim of a violent rape that nearly cost her life, put her on the path of researching ways women could use their minds, bodies and spirits to create richer lives through their sensual selves.
Kathryn interviews Anna Gatmon PhD, author of “Living a Spiritual Life in a Material World: Four Keys to Fulfillment and Balance”. Dr. Gatmon demystifies the elusive nature of spirituality and brings it down to earth, providing a concrete roadmap to living a life that is spiritually fulfilling without having to give up material pleasures. Gatmon, a former fashion model and founder of an alternative school, has a doctoral degree in Transformative Learning from the California Institute for Integral Studies. Kathryn also interviews licensed clinical psychologist Rachel Hershenberg PhD, author of “Activating Happiness: A Jump-Start Guide to Overcoming Low Motivation, Depression, or Just Feeling Stuck”. Dr. Hershenberg brings the study of depression, low motivation, and how to treat it to the hands of everyday consumers who are looking to kick-start their own behavioral changes. Dr. Hershenberg, an award-winning clinical researcher is featured in Goodreads, NBC News and Psychology Today.
Kathryn interviews Ethan Senturia, author of Unwound: Real-Time Reflections from a Stumbling Entrepreneur. Senturia didn’t set out to fail. But, as his company ran into adversity, he realized that everything he’d learned about running a business was about making sure things didn’t go wrong. Nothing had prepared him to handle it when they did. Senturia, a summa cum laude graduate from the Wharton School of Business, served as co-founder and CEO of Dealstruck, an online business lending platform – the inspiration for his book.
Kathryn also interviews workplace mental health expert Marianne Clyde LMFT. Living in the 21st century can make it very hard to determine what’s real, what is “fake news”, and where the truth is. Clyde shares how to become grounded and connected to the source of truth, spotting propaganda from different media outlets with open eyes (and ears) to opposing viewpoints. Clyde is featured in USA Today, CBS and The Huffington Post.
Kathryn interviews award-winning educator and psychiatrist Daniel Siegel MD, author of “The YES Brain: How to Cultivate Courage, Curiosity, and Resilience in Your Child”. Dr. Siegel offers advice and tools to help turn a No Brain into a Yes Brain by cultivating a child's ability to say yes to the world, to take more chances and be less worried about making mistakes. Dr. Siegel, clinical professor of psychiatry at the UCLA School of Medicine, is the founding co-director of the Mindful Awareness Research Center at UCLA.
Kathryn also interviews energy expert and senior Bloomberg intelligence analyst Rob Barnett, author of “The Economists’ Diet: The Surprising Formula for Losing Weight and Keeping It Off”. Co-authors Barnett and Christopher Payne PhD reveal that today's obesity epidemic has everything to do with the economy. Barnett and Payne lost their excess weight (a combined 125 pounds) by applying what they know best - ECONOMICS - to their waistlines.
Kathryn interviews 2-time Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Jake Bernstein, author of “Secrecy World: Inside the Panama Papers Investigation of Illicit Money Networks and the Global Elite”. Bernstein, a member of the international team who broke the 2016 story on the Panama Papers, has continued to expose how shell companies operate and how the ultra-wealthy use them to evade taxes. Bernstein has appeared on the BBC, NBC, CNN, PBS and NPR.
Kathryn also interviews Kate Genovese, author of “Hat Tricks from Heaven: The Story of an Athlete in His Own Prison of Addiction”. For Genovese’s son, being captain of the hockey team came with six surgeries for sports-related injuries that resulted in an escalating opioid addiction. This is the incredible story of a woman’s roller coaster ride as she moves from the non-stop joy of mothering, to the realization that her son has become a participant in a deadly epidemic that can happen to anyone.
Kathryn interviews Tom Baker, author of “One Dog’s Faith: How My Dog Helped Me Trust in God and Overcome Chronic Worrying”. With his business failing, and facing bankruptcy, Baker lost 30 pounds due to stress and was unable to function as a father and husband. It wasn't until he began looking at life through the eyes of his dog, Mango, that he managed to turn things around. Baker has worked in radio and television for over 35 years as a writer, producer and editor. Kathryn also interviews Shanti Project Founder Charles Garfield PhD, author of “Life’s Last Gift: Giving and Receiving Peace When a Loved One is Dying”. A good death is no oxymoron. It’s within everyone’s realm of possibility. Dr. Garfield argues that we need only realize its potential and prepare ourselves to meet it mindfully, with compassion and courage. He is currently a research scholar at the Starr King School for the Ministry at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley.
Kathryn interviews CloudCoin creator Sean H. Worthington, author of “Beyond Bitcoin: The Future of Digital Currency”. According to Worthington, Bitcoin, an easy, instant and anonymous worldwide payment system, has several fatal flaws which will ultimately prevent its intended use as a practical, decentralized global currency. Worthington and a consortium of mathematicians and computer scientists have designed a new cyber currency, CloudCoin, which he says is unhackable, untraceable, and can't be counterfeited. Kathryn also interviews actress and award-winning filmmaker Diane Sherry Case MFA, author of “Write for Recovery: Exercises for Heart, Mind and Spirit”. When Case started teaching teenagers in prisons, she encouraged her students to use creative writing. Through journaling, she discovered that many of the inmates—all triple felons—were victims of abuse. Case unlocked a healing creativity in them and is now using that power to inspire others.
Kathryn interviews Cornell Law School Clinical Professor Sital Kalantry, author of “Women’s Human Rights and Migration: Sex-Selective Abortion Laws in the United States and India”. Kalantry investigates the actual occurrence of sex-selective abortion among Asian Americans, the social and cultural contexts in which women in the US and India practice sex-selective abortion and the consequences of the laws in each country for women's equality. Kathryn also interviews “Oola Guru” Troy Amdahl, bestselling author of “Oola Find Balance in an Unbalanced World: The Seven Areas You Need to Balance and Grow to Live the Life of Your Dreams”. Why not go into this new year’s busy hustle and bustle proactively with a plan to keep your life in balance. Amdahl and co-author Dave Brown deliver a powerful yet simple message. When your life is in balance and growing in the key areas of life, you experience less stress, more balance and greater purpose.
Kathryn interviews Gilly Macmillan, New York Times bestselling author of Odd Child Out. In 2015, NYTimes bestselling author Gilly Macmillan dazzled readers with her debut novel What She Knew, a thriller that was named one of the best mysteries of the year, nominated for Edgar and Thriller Awards. Readers will now be captivated by Macmillan’s new novel Odd Child Out, another whip-smart domestic suspense about secrets families tell one another - packed with emotional depth, twists and turns, and masterfully created characters. Macmillan, once again proving herself a strong voice in suspense fiction, is featured in The Huffington Post, New York Daily News and Publishers Weekly.
Kathryn interviews Andrew E. Budson MD, author of “Seven Steps to Managing Your Memory: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and What to Do About It”. How can we differentiate between normal and abnormal memory changes, in loved ones and ourselves? From misplacing our keys to recalling a new acquaintance’s name, memory dominates everyday life. Dr. Budson is a lecturer in neurology at Harvard Medical School, professor at Boston University School of Medicine.
Kathryn also interviews lawyer, doctor, and former congressional candidate Marilyn Singleton MD, JD. Dr. Singleton combines her experience as a board-certified anesthesiologist with her education in constitutional and administrative law to analyze the current heath care environment, exposing the lobbyist interests of pharmaceutical companies and insurance providers. She graduated from Stanford U and UCSF Med School completing her anesthesia residency at Harvard’s Beth Israel Hospital.
Kathryn interviews Sandra Butler, producer and award-winning author of the book “It Nevers Ends: Mothering Middle-Aged Daughters”. Relationships between mother and daughters have been forever complicated. In this unique, one-of-a-kind parenting book, Butler explores the specific challenges and unexpected rewards of mothering midlife daughters and how the role changes with the aging of both parent and child. Kathryn also interviews hotel heiress and entrepreneur’s widow Mitzi Perdue, author of “How to Make Your Family Business Last: Techniques, Advice, Checklists, and Resources for Keeping the Family Business in the Family”. The daughter of a Sheraton Hotels co-founder and the wife of the late entrepreneur Frank Perdue, Mitzi Perdue sits at the nexus of two of America’s most iconic family businesses. As such, she is uniquely positioned to shed light on the crucial role family culture plays in business enterprise. Perdue is featured in The Baltimore Sun and FOX News.
Kathryn interviews NYTimes Motherlode columnist Devorah Blachor, author of “The Feminist’s Guide to Raising a Little Princess: How to Raise a Girl Who’s Authentic, Joyful, and Fearless – Even If She Refuses to Wear Anything but a Pink Tutu”. Using personal anecdotes and playful essays, Blachor explores how mothers can raise their daughters in a society that pressures girls and women. Blachor also writes for The Huffington Post, McSweeney's, The Hairpin, Redbook, Mommyish, and Good Housekeeping. Kathryn also interviews award-winning personal finance journalist Emma Johnson, author of “The Kickass Single Mom: Be Financially Independent, Discover Your Sexiest Self, and Raise Fabulous, Happy Children”. After her husband moved out, leaving her broke and pregnant, Johnson couldn't find the advice she needed to thrive as a single professional woman and parent. But just two years later, Johnson was providing this much-needed advice to other single moms on her popular blog, WealthySingleMommy.
Kathryn interviews Rita Mae Brown, NYTimes bestselling author of “Crazy Like a Fox”. In this thrilling new foxhunting mystery, an investigation into a missing and valuable object flushes out murder, ghosts and old family rivalries. Now 'Sister' Jane Arnold and a pack of four-legged friends must catch the scent of a killer and unearth a long-buried truth. Emmy-nominated screenwriter and poet Brown is the author of twenty-four Mrs. Murphy mysteries, the 'Sister' Jane Arnold Outfoxed series and the Mags Rogers series. Kathryn also talks about postpartum depression with nursing and OBGYN professor Dawn Kingston PhD. Recently model Chrissy Teigen shared her struggles with postpartum depression (PPD). Dr. Kingston says the debilitating effects of PPD might have been circumvented had Tiegen understood that her history of infertility put her in a high-risk category for PPD. A former epidemiologist, Dr. Kingston is co-creator of Canada’s first perinatal mental health screening guidelines.
Kathryn interviews Susan Blum MD, MPH, author of “Healing Arthritis: Your 3-Step Guide to Conquering Arthritis Naturally”. Dr. Blum considers the whole person and addresses underlying causes of arthritis offering relief and healing with a science-based, drug-free plan to eliminate the disease naturally. She serves on the The Dr. Oz Show Medical Advisory Board and has appeared on Fox 5 News, ABC News, and is regularly quoted in Real Simple, Harper’s Bazaar and Redbook.
Kathryn interviews breast cancer survivor Laura Holmes Haddad, author of “This is Cancer: Everything You Need to Know, From the Waiting Room to the Bedroom”. When Haddad was 37 years old, she was diagnosed with Stage IV inflammatory breast cancer. Through her three-year treatment journey she realized that there was so much more to a cancer diagnosis than the medical “stuff”. This is Cancer is the thoughtful and entertaining result of her journey.
Kathryn also interviews psychologist Kate Lund PsyD, author of “Bounce: Help Your Child Build Resilience and Thrive in School, Sports and Life”. It seems that every day, a new story comes out about a child who committed or attempted suicide because of the relentless onslaught of cruelty from their peers. Dr. Lund shares what teachers and parents can do to help children realize their potential by using a strengths-based approach to working with students and athletes.
Kathryn interviews Peter Zheutlin, NYTimes bestselling author of “Rescued: What Second-Chance Dogs Teach Us About Living with Purpose, Loving with Abandon, and Finding Joy in the Little Things”. In his latest book Zheultin interweaves heartwarming and humorous stories, lessons, and advice from countless families who have welcomed second-chance dogs into their homes and the transformative effect of these adoptions. Zheutlin is featured in The Boston Globe, LA Times, AARP Magazine and Parade Magazine.
Kathryn also interviews integrative and holistic medicine expert Dr. Chris Gilbert MD, PhD, author of “The Listening Cure: Healing Secrets of an Unconventional Doctor”. Dr. Gilbert has dedicated her career to treating symptoms and illnesses that other physicians haven’t been able to address. She has practiced medicine all over the world, from a Mauritanian refugee camp with Doctors Without Borders to UCLA Medical Center.
Kathryn interviews journalist Annie Hopper, author of “Wired for Healing: Remapping the Brain to Recover from Chronic and Mysterious Illnesses”. Hopper was stricken with a ravaging condition her doctors couldn't resolve. She had no choice but to try to find a cure herself. She didn't just find one, she created it. Based on a landmark scientific study that revealed the powerful link between the limbic section of our brain and the functions of the body, Hopper has empowered thousands living with chronic illness. Kathryn also interviews healthy aging and wellness expert Dr. Carrie Engelbright, author of “CNA: Nursing Assistant Certification and Workbook”. Healthcare is rapidly changing. Dr. Engelbright teaches and raises awareness about the determinants of good health including health literacy-how to better understand the language of health care in order to navigate the health care system effectively.
Kathryn interviews Pia de Jong, author of “Saving Charlotte: A Mother and the Power of Intuition”. Jong chronicles the unspeakable reality of grappling with the illness of her newborn daughter diagnosed with congenital myeloid leukemia. An award-winning novelist and poet Jong regularly contributes to The Washington Post, HuffPost and is a former columnist for the Dutch Financial Times. Kathryn also interviews former Overstock.com President Stormy Simon on her new endeavors in the cannabis industry. Simon shares her front row seat as to how women are heavily influencing the industry, shedding light on what the future holds for women in the cannabis business. During her tenure Overstock.com became a top 25 e-tailer by traffic, grew to nearly $2B in revenue and was named to Forbes' list of America's 100 Most Trustworthy Companies.
Kathryn interview engineer and automotive technician Patrice Banks, author of “The Girls Auto Clinic Glove Box Guide”. Too many women feel powerless when it comes to their cars. In her trademark red heels, award winning entrepreneur Banks is teaching women and millennials to grab the wheel and finally take control of their cars. Banks is featured on TedX, ABC Today, The Huffington Post and O Magazine.
Kathryn also interviews former collegiate rower Michael Danziger, author of “Small Puddles: The Triumphant Story of Yale’s Worst Oarsman. Ever”. After graduating from the collegiate school in NYC, Danziger found himself a Yale freshman recruit for the crew team, only to discover that he was not going to make first, second or even third boat. His humbling journey and the teammates he met along the way inspired him in 1990 to found The Steppingstone Foundation – an organization dedicated to preparing underprivileged and underrepresented students (2,700 and counting) for college.
Kathryn interviews psychiatrist Allen Frances MD, author of “Twilight of American Sanity: A Psychiatrist Analyzes the Age of Trump”. For the countless Americans who are concerned about the future of our democracy, Dr. Frances provides an urgently needed prescription for reclaiming our psychological bearings. Dr. Frances was the chairman of the DSM-IV Task Force and former chair of the Department of Psychiatry at Duke University.
Kathryn also interviews psychology professor Jean Twenge PhD, author of “iGen: Why Today’s Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy – And Completely Unprepared for Adulthood”. They are glued to the internet, socialize in person less and have higher rates of anxiety and depression. They party less, get along better with their parents and are more open-minded than any generation before them. Dr. Twenge analyzes data from decades of studies to bring us closer to understanding this next generation and our future.
Kathryn interviews WalletHub consumer finance expert Jill Gonzalez about the 2017 Best and Worst States for Women’s Equality. With the U.S. ranking No. 45 out of 144 countries on the Global Gender Gap Index – falling 17 spots since the previous year – WalletHub conducted an in-depth analysis of 2017’s Best & Worst States for Women's Equality. Gonzalez is featured in the NY Times, Washington Post, Fortune, and on NPR, CBS News NBC Nightly News, Fox Business Network, WSJ Live and C-SPAN.
Kathryn also interviews psychologist Thomas Armstrong PhD, author of “The Myth of the ADHD Child: 101 Ways to Improve Your Child’s Behavior and Attention Span Without Drugs, Labels or Coercion”. Even with decades of experience, Dr. Armstrong didn’t know that ADHD would grow to become the most common behavioral disorder diagnosed in children in the U.S. Dr. Armstrong is featured in Parenting magazine, Family Circle, LHJ and on The Today Show, CBS This Morning, CNN and BBC.
Kathryn interviews registered dietician and yoga teacher Andrea Lieberstein, author of “Well Nourished: Mindful Practices to Heal Your Relationship with Food, Feed Your Whole Self, and End Overeating”. We tend to think of food as nourishment for the body only, but we often overlook nourishing the other dimensions of our lives. Lieberstein offers tools and practices so you no longer have to turn towards food to find what you are seeking.
Kathryn also interviews psychologist Nancy Van Dyken LICSW, author of “Everyday Narcissism: Yours, Mine, and Ours”. Nancy Van Dyken argues that most of us live with a form of narcissism so deeply embedded that we don’t even know we have it. She specializes in counseling individuals with depression and anxiety and has spent over 30 years helping people heal relationships of all kinds – including relationships with themselves.
Kathryn interviews psychiatrist Anna Yusim PhD, author of “Fulfilled: How the Science of Spirituality Can Help You Live a Happier, More Meaningful Life”. Are you living the life you thought you always wanted but feel that something is still missing? Dr. Yusim knows just how you feel. She has spent more than fifteen years studying and conducting research and came to a startling conclusion: this lingering feeling of dissatisfaction coincides with spiritual neglect. Dr. Yusim is a Stanford and Yale-educated board certified psychiatrist and has over 50 publications. Kathryn also interviews parenting expert Catherine Pearlman LCSW, PhD author of “Ignore It! How Selectively Looking the Other Way Can Decrease Behavioral Problems and Increase Parenting Satisfaction”. With all the whining, begging, and negotiating, parenting can seem more like a chore than a pleasure. Dr. Pearlman has a simple yet revolutionary solution: Ignore It!
Kathryn interviews biographer Steven Gaines, bestselling author of “One of These Things First: A Memoir”. Gaines is known for chronicling some of the 20th century’s most notable artists, such as the Beatles and fashion designer Halston. Gaines reflects on his own story as a gay Jewish teen in 1960’s Brooklyn and his trajectory to, after a failed suicide attempt, a private room in one of the most exclusive psychiatric hospitals in the world.
Kathryn also interviews Cornelius N. Grove EdD, author of “The Drive to Learn: What the East Asian Experience Tells Us About Raising Students Who Excel”. The U.S. is currently ranked #25 in education globally behind countries such as Singapore, China and Japan. Dr. Grove believes that our children’s poor learning can’t totally be the fault of America’s educators – our children are also active participants as to what goes on in schools. He argues that both are part of the problem and both must be part of the solution.
Kathryn interviews healthcare executive Halee Fischer-Wright MD, bestselling author of “Back to Balance: The Art, Science, and Business of Medicine”. Dr. Fischer-Wright helps patients see what happens 'behind the curtain' in healthcare in order to better cope with modern healthcare realities. Dr. Fischer-Wright was named one of Modern Healthcare’s “Top 25 Women in Healthcare” in 2017. Kathryn also interviews self-defense and criminal expert Steve Kardian, author of “The New Superpower for Women: Trust Your Intuition, Predict Dangerous Situations and Defend Yourself from the Unthinkable”. Kardian combines practical advice with illuminating real-life stories to empower women to do everything in their power to defend themselves against predators. He has been featured on NBC, CBS, CNN, Dr. Phil, The Today Show and in the NY Times, the WSJ, USA Today, Sports Illustrated, AARP Magazine and Men’s Journal.
Kathryn interviews Steve Simpson, author of “Teenage and Young Adult Survival Handbook”. Passionate about educating and inspiring children to become champions of their own destiny, Simpson is one of the nation’s leading award winning child advocates on suicide, runaway, and abuse prevention. The characters he creates in his young adult fiction novels deal with many of these problems children face today. He has appeared on Montel Williams, Ricki Lake, Maury Povich, and NBC News. Kathryn also interviews Net Worth Advisory Group Managing Partner Ray LeVtire CFP, author of “20 Retirement Decisions You Need to Make Right Now”. A recent study shows that the majority of people are not very confident in their ability to retire comfortably; and one-third aren't confident they will be able to cover basic living expenses in retirement. LeVitre uses his 20 years of experience in the finance industry to share crucial steps we can all take to better prepare for retirement.
Kathryn interviews ‘The Community Therapist’ Dog Griffiths, author of “13 Ways to Kill Your Community”. Considered the me generation”, millennials are often viewed as selfish slackers, but according to Griffiths, they are key to reviving and rebuilding our small communities. Griffiths is an advocate for policies that strengthen rural communities. He maintains that it is millennials who are essential to the future of these communities. Kathryn also interviews Global Risk Institute CEO and University of Toronto Professor Richard Nesbitt, author of “Results at the Top: Using Gender Intelligence to Create Breakthrough Growth”. Virtually every financial study since the 80s have shown that sharing leadership with women produces superior financial performance. And yet, today, women still make up less than 5% of CEOs at S&P 500 companies. Nesbitt brings business leaders a “dollars and cents” rationale and proven reasons to change their attitudes.
Kathryn interview Associate Professor at Temple University Heath Fogg Davis, author of “Beyond Trans: Does Gender Matter?” Whether on birth certificates or bathroom doors, why do we need to mark people and places with sex categories? Heath Fogg Davis, himself a transgender man, explores the underlying gender-enforcing policies and customs in American life that have led to transgender bathroom bills, college admissions controversies, and more.
Kathryn also interviews Steven Pinker PhD, TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World Today. Pinker is author of “Better Angels of our Nature: Why Violence Has Declined”. Pinker draws from psychology, history, brain science, war studies, game theory, and popular culture to explore where violence comes from, why it has been so common over the course of history, and how we have been slowly bringing it under control. He is a New York Times bestselling author and was named “Humanist of the Year” in 2006.
Kathryn interviews professor Louise Nayer, author of “Poised for Retirement: Moving from Anxiety to Zen”. When is the right time to retire? Nayer offers inspirational insight to baby boomers and the 250,000 Americans who turn 65 every month. Nayer is featured in the San Francisco Chronicle and The Huffington Post. Her previous book Burned was an Oprah Magazine Great Read. Kathryn also interviews cardiologist Jay Cohn MD, author of “Cardiovascular Health: How Conventional Wisdon is Failing Us”. Dr. Cohn challenges the conventional view that risk factors such as poor diet and lack of exercise are the biggest culprits leading to heart and blood vessel disease. Advocating for early intervention, he argues an individual’s personal and largely inherited cardiovascular health may be an overlooked cause for disease.
Kathryn interviews Pti Worldwide CEO Royston Guest, author of “Built to Grow: How to Deliver Accelerated, Sustained and Profitable Business Growth”. One of the greatest assets of your business walks out the door every night. What are you doing to keep them happy? Guest shares a blueprint to help entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals understand how to maintain a growing business. Kathryn also interviews nephrologist Vanessa Grubbs MD, author of “Hundreds of Interlaced Fingers: A Kidney Doctor’s Search for the Perfect Match”. One of two African American women in her class at Duke University Medical School, Dr. Grubbs switched her specialty from family practice to kidney specialist, after meeting and falling in love with a man who had kidney disease, deciding to donate one of her own kidneys to him. To help him further, she pursues the male dominated field of nephrology, facing a medical system rife with discrimination.
Kathryn interviews neuroscientist Adrian Owen PhD, author of “Into the Gray Zone: A Neuroscientist Explores the Border Between Life and Death”. Dr. Owen argues that patients thought to be non-responsive – often victims of traumatic brain injuries, strokes or degenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s – are actually vibrantly alive. Through pioneering techniques, Owen affirms that these patients are conscious and in many cases able to communicate. Kathryn also interviews marriage and family therapist Michelle Deen, author of “Saving America’s Grace: Rethinking Family Values, Moral Politics, and the Culture War”. What does today’s political culture say about our morals and values? Deen explores how the election of Donald Trump is affecting our society, families, and children. Saving America’s Grace is about re-building a national character that inspires, leads and creates a new American culture that is strong, compassionate, and plays by the rules.
Kathryn interviews leadership expert Julia Sloan PhD, author of “Learning to Think Strategically”. The absence of strategic thinkers is a resounding cry echoed around the globe by senior leaders in business, military and government. Dr. Sloan suggests most leaders are entrapped in an outdated, industrial-age mindset when it comes to the approach they use for developing strategic thinkers. Sloan teaches strategic thinking at Columbia University. Kathryn also interviews former bartender and leadership expert Helen Rothberg PhD, author of “The Perfect Mix: Everything I Know About Leadership I Learned as a Bartender”. Leading an organization is knowing when to stir or shake things up, blend or serve neat. Dr. Rothberg trains Fortune 500 executives to startup entrepreneurs, based on the management and life lessons she learned from working as a bartender while getting her graduate degrees. Professor of Strategy at Marist College, Dr. Rothberg still makes a mean cocktail.
Kathryn interviews psychologist Azmaira Maker PhD, author of “Where Did My Friends Go? Helping Children Cope with a Traumatic Death”. Since the tragic shooting at Sandy Hook in 2012, there have been over 160 school shootings in the United States. Dr. Maker offers a one-of-a-kind therapeutic children’s picture book, specifically designed to help young children work through the traumatic loss of friends, loved ones and community members. Kathryn also interviews cancer survivor Cheryl Krauter MFT, author of “Surviving the Storm: A Workbook for Telling Your Cancer Story”. Cancer treatments have become so successful that the number of cancer survivors will reach an estimated 20 million in the U.S. by 2026 according to The American Cancer Society. Yet, while the rate of survivorship increases, so does the need for help in dealing with the trauma after cancer. Krauter reaffirms that survivors need to speak up and be heard about how cancer has touched their lives.
Kathryn interviews Professor Andrew Weil MD, author of “Mind Over Meds: Know When Drugs Are Necessary, When Alternatives Are Better, and When to Let Your Body Heal on Its Own”. Although medications can seem like a miracle, the way in which both the medical establishment and consumers use them has serious consequences. Dr. Weil encourages healthcare providers to consider alternatives to prescriptions, including diet, botanical remedies, and mind-body medicine.
Kathryn also interviews Ayurveda health expert Dr. John Douillard DC, CAP, author of “Eat Wheat: A Scientific and Clinically-Proven Approach to Safely Bringing Wheat and Dairy Back Into Your Diet”. Americans at one time lived their lives unconcerned about gluten in their diets. But an anti-gluten craze has spawned a $16-billion-a-year industry. Dr. Douillard shares why wheat can be beneficial to most, and what steps readers should take to address the real problem – processed foods that have changed our digestive systems.
Kathryn interviews Chris Pegula, dad and author of “Diaper Dude: The Ultimate Dad’s Guide to Surviving the First Two Years”. Pegula covers everything from bonding, babyproofing, and when you’ll have sex again to toddlerhood, tantrums, and tag-teaming with your partner to cover all the bases while staying (somewhat) sane. Pegula is featured on Oprah, Rachael Ray Show, Today and MSNBC.
Kathryn also interviews physician Dennis Deruelle MD, author of “Your Healthcare Playbook: Winning the Game of Modern Medicine”. Dr. Deruelle uses the National Football League and simple football analogies to help you get the highest quality care at the lowest cost. Many of the new changes to healthcare are similar to the best practices of the NFL. Dr. Deruelle is a physician and National Medical Director of Acute Services for IPC Healthcare/TeamHealth, one of the largest suppliers of healthcare professional staff and integrated care providers in the country.
Kathryn interviews #1 Sunday Times bestseller Sarah Turner, author of “The Unmumsy Mum: The Hilarious Highs and Emotional Lows of Motherhood”. Turner offers an uncensored account of her early years of parenting. The Unmumsy Mum blog has more than four million page views and covers everything from 'baby-wearing incompetence' to 'second child shortcuts’. Kathryn also interviews Dr. Lauren A. Wright, award-winning author of “On Behalf of the President: Presidential Spouses and White House Communications Strategy Today”. Dr. Wright recently wrote a piece for The Washington Post urging liberals to call out intolerance among conservatives. Wright is a board member of the White House Transition Project and is featured in The Washington Post, The Huffington Post and USA Today.
Kathryn interviews blogger and mother Kari Wagner-Peck MSW, author of “Not Always Happy: An Unusual Parenting Journey”. Not Always Happy is a humorous and sharp chronicle about adopting a son with Down Syndrome from the Maine foster care system. Wagner-Peck seeks to smash the stereotypes surrounding people with Down Syndrome by sharing her funny and often brutal true life experiences. Wagner-Peck is featured in The Huffington Post, Parents Magazine and The New York Times.
Kathryn also interviews Bryce G. Hoffman, bestselling author of “Red Teaming: How Your Business Can Conquer the Competition by Challenging Everything”. As the Trump Administration has been ushered in, companies are bracing for corporate changes. Red Teaming — a system developed by the U.S. military and intelligence agencies to cope with the uncertainties of the post-9/11 world — can help businesses adapt. Hoffman, an expert on Red Teaming, appears regularly on BBC, NPR, CNN, Fox Business and PBS.
Kathryn interviews corporate strategist Elizabeth B. Crook, author of “Living Large: The Achiever’s Guide to What’s Next”. Although many people may be unhappy with key aspects of their lives, they are often unclear over what changes they need to or want to make. Crook provides a process for not only identifying limiting beliefs, but discovering unique talents and developing a concrete plan for reaching life aspirations, helping high-achieving individuals find fulfillment.
Kathryn also interviews Tonia DeCosimo, author of “Single and Not Settling: A Journey of Surviving the Dating World. In 1960, 60% of all Americans were married by the age of 29. That number is now down to 20%. Single and Not Settling is DeCosimo’s memoir of her journey through the dating world. DeCosimo writes for the Date Mix, the web magazine hosted by Zoosk.com, one of the largest dating sites in the US. DeCosimo is featured in Thrive Global and The Huffington Post.
Kathryn interviews Troy Amdahl, author of “Oola for Women: 7 Key Areas of Life to Have Less Stress, More Purpose, and Reveal the Greatness Within You”. The OolaGuys have put together a tome that is personal and a tribute to women. Throughout you will learn, think, and ultimately take action in a way to find more balance in life. Amdahl is a husband, father, and a successful businessman who traveled the world and retired debt-free at 42.
Kathryn also interviews Penrose Halson, author of “The Marriage Bureau: The True Story of How Two Matchmakers Arranged Love in Wartime London”. Before dating apps, people looking for the one knew that real life matchmakers could be their best chance. In 1992 Penrose Halson, a former client, was asked to take over The Marriage Bureau, a matchmaking service launched in 1939. Drawing from her own experiences, along with the Bureau’s extensive archives, Halson heartwarmingly crafts an unforgettable narrative of life and love during World War II.
Kathryn interviews RightBridge Financial Group CEO Keith Gebert CRPC, author of “Stress-Testing Your Savings: Your Financial Guide to Navigate To and Through Retirement”. A crisis is not the best time to find out if your finances can handle the stress of a major incident. Gebert knows this firsthand – in 1992 his father, the sole breadwinner of the family, was in an accident that hospitalized him. Gebert is featured in The Wall Street Journal and on CNBC, MSNBC and Fox Business News.
Kathryn also interviews Kelly McNelis, founder of Women for One. Women for One is a place where women from 50 countries share their powerful stories with the world. McNelis travels the world empowering women to find their voice and discover their true power. She has interviewed global changemakers including Dr. Maya Angelou, Arianna Huffington, Regena “Mama Gena” Thomashauer and Byron Katie, on the importance of women cultivating their own inner wisdom and truthtelling voices.
Kathryn interviews psychoanalyst and parent guidance expert Erica Komisar LCSW, author of “Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters”. Komisar makes a bold-faced point: that both a mother's emotional and physical presence in the first years of her child’s life have a monumental impact on a child’s ability to grow up emotionally healthy, happy, secure, and resilient. Komisar is featured on Good Morning America, FOX and Friends, ABC News and CBS. Kathryn also interviews financial columnist and equity analyst Chris Versace, author of “Cocktail Investing: Distilling Everyday Noise into Clear Investment Signals for Better Returns”. Versace focuses on the intersection of economics, demographics, psychographics, technology, policy, and more, to help readers build a more profitable portfolio based on what they see everyday rather than following the herd on Wall Street. Versace is a columnist for Business Insider, Forbes, and TheStreet.com.
Kathryn interviews James Beard Award Winner David Leite, author of “Notes on a Banana: A Memoir of Food, Love, and Manic Depression”. This book is a tender look at growing up, a candid take on the power of self-acceptance, and an unflinching tale of the hell of mental illness. Leite is a regular correspondent and guest host on NPR’s The Splendid Table and is featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post and Bon Appetit Magazine. Kathryn also interviews Captain Roger Hill, author of “Dog Company: A True Story of American Soliders Abandoned by Their High Command”. In Wardak, the most violent province in east-central Afghanistan in 2007, Army Captain Roger Hill was faced with a dire situation. With no help coming from the high command, Hill took matters into his own hands and interrogated spies to get to the truth. For this, Hill ended up being prosecuted by the U.S. Army and given a less-than-honorable discharge in 2009. Hill tells his side of the story for the first time.
Kathryn interviews psychotherapist Winifred Reilly MA, MFT, author of It Takes One to Tango: How I Rescued My Marriage With (Almost) No Help From My Spouse – and How You Can, Too. What happens when your marriage is broken but you’re the only one who wants to fix it? Reilly challenges the widely held notion that it takes two eager and willing partners to turn a troubled marriage around, assuring unhappy partners that one person alone can initiate far-reaching positive change in a marriage.
Kathryn interviews Neal Barnard MD, NY Times bestselling author of The Cheese Trap: How Breaking a Surprising Addiction Will Help You Lose Weight, Gain Energy, and Get Healthy. Dr. Barnard has published more than 70 clinical research studies and dietary reviews and is filming his fourth PBS special about diet and health. He is an adjunct professor at the George Washington School of Medicine and Health Sciences and is featured on NPR, The Dr. Oz Show and in USA Today.
Kathryn interviews family advisor and legal counsel Richard Watts, author of “Entitlemania: How Not to Spoil Your Kids, and What to Do If You Have”. We all want to take care of our kids – but are we doing too much? Watts, who has spent thirty years advising some of the country's wealthiest families, says we are. Watts explains how giving too much too often keeps our kids from developing the skills they need to take care of themselves. Kathryn also interviews Joan Juliet Buck, the first America female Editor-in-Chief of ParisVogue. Buck is the author of “The Price of Illusion: A Memoir”. Buck, the only child of larger-than-life film producer Jules Buck, was born into a world of make-believe. When Buck became Editor in Chief of ParisVogue, she had the means to recreate for her aging, widower father the life of glamour and luxury he’d enjoyed during his high-flying years. Buck is the author of two novels and is featured in Vogue, Vanity Fair, Traveler, and The New Yorker.
Kathryn interviews neuroscientist and executive coach Friederike Fabritius MS, author of “The Leading Brain: Powerful Science-Based Strategies for Achieving Peak Performance”. Do you find yourself struggling to get things done while juggling meetings, calls and an overflowing email inbox? According to Fabritius the better we understand our brains and the type of environment that motivates us, the closer we’ll be to truly achieving peak performance. The Leading Brain is one of LiveHappy Magazine’s Top 17 Books to Change Your Life in 2017. Kathryn also interviews award-winning digital marketer Stephenie Rodriguez about human trafficking and if technology can help empower women and girls to be safer when they travel. Rodriguez has created JOZUforWOMEN, a “women’s only” travel portal that leverages highly advanced intelligence and data solutions to drive more protection, transparency and safety for women. JOZU has been selected for the SXSW Startup Spotlight.
Kathryn interviews psychotherapist and trauma expert Arlene Drake PhD, MFT. Dr. Drake is the author of “Carefrontation: Breaking Free from Childhood Trauma”. Every adult who was neglected, insulted, belittled, beaten, sexually assaulted or in any way abused in childhood, continues to carry the trauma into adulthood. Dr. Drake and her breakthrough technique are featured in People Magazine, USA Today, Newsweek, and ABC World News Tonight. Kathryn also interviews retired U.S. Army Major General Bruce M. Lawlor, author of “When Deadly Force is Involved: A Look at the Legal Side of Stand Your Ground, Duty to Retreat, and Other Questions of Self-Defense”. Lawlor is also a former CIA case officer, former trial lawyer, first Chief of Staff for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and former Virginia Tech professor. His book is based on actual incidents and explains each element of the use of deadly force and what happens after a person uses it to avoid being killed or seriously injured.
Kathryn interviews Shroud of Turin expert and attorney Mark Antonacci JD, author of “Test the Shroud: At the Atomic and Molecular Levels”. This book supports the theory that 21st century atomic and molecular level testing will prove once and for all that the Shroud of Turin is the burial cloth of Jesus. Antonacci has the backing of several well-known scientists around the world and is petitioning the Vatican for these tests to be conducted. Antonacci has spent over 30 years studying all aspects of this evidence.
Kathryn also interviews Ellen Kahn LCSW, Director of the HRC Foundation Children, Youth & Families Program. HRC represents a force of more than 1.5 million members and supporters nationwide. As the largest national lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer civil rights organization, HRC envisions a world where LGBTQ people are ensured of their basic equal rights, and can be open, honest and safe at home, at work and in the community.
Kathryn interviews former Rikers Island Assistant Mental Health Chief Mary Buser LCSW, author of “Lockdown on Rikers: Shocking Stories of Abuse and Injustice at New York’s Notorious Jail”. Buser worked at Rikers Island in a maximum-security facility for male inmates at the dawn of the city’s “stop-and-frisk” policy, seeing the biggest jailhouse buildup in New York City history. Buser shines a light into the deepest and most horrific recesses of the criminal justice system.
Kathryn also interviews Ryan Hrejlac, founder of Ryan’s Well Foundation. The Ryan’s Well Foundation’s accomplishments started with the passion and courage of one 6-year-old boy back in 1998. Hreljac was startled to learn in his grade 1 class that not all children could simply get a drink from the drinking fountain, as he could. 20 later, the Ryan’s Well Foundation has helped nearly one million people in 16 countries with 1,166 water projects installed and 1,245 latrines completed.
Kathryn interviews UPenn Wharton Risk Management and Decision Processes Center Co-Director Robert Meyer, author of “The Ostrich Paradox: Why We Underprepare for Disasters”. History has shown that we consistently fail to heed the warnings and protect ourselves against catastrophes, despite having access to unprecedented amounts of information to help us. Meyer explores why our cognitive systems perform so poorly when dealing with these events — from the individual to the larger communities and policy makers.
Kathryn also interviews Adele Paula Royce, author of “The Little Black Book of Suicide Notes”. What could make a person feel that they can no longer go on living? Royce presents a semi-fictional look inside the mind and heart of a tortured soul on the verge of ending her own life. Through this raw and authentic tale, Royce shines a unique light on the human experience, leaving the reader more inspired to live life to the fullest and never take anything for granted.
Kathryn interviews Sarah Bennett, NYTimes bestselling author of “FCK Love: One Shrink’s Sensible Advice for Finding a Lasting Relationship”. Veteran psychiatrist and APA Distinguished Fellow Michael Bennett MD and his comedy-writing daughter Sarah Bennett are bringing back their patented blunt and hilarious advice to talk about love and relationships in Fck Love. The Bennetts are featured on CBS This Morning, FOX News and in The Huffington Post, and Men’s Health.
Kathryn also interviews former Secret Service Officer Gary Byrne, NYTimes bestselling author of “Crisis of Character: A White House Secret Service Officer Discloses His Firsthand Experience with Hillary, Bill, and How They Operate”. Airport security has been at the top of political conversation, from safety after the Ft. Lauderdale shooting to immigration and protests. Byrne discusses airport security and the very real threats that domestic lone wolves pose. Byrne is featured in Politico, FOX News and the New York Post.
Kathryn interviews NYTimes bestselling author and retired Navy SEAL Clint Emerson, author of “100 Deadly Skills: Survival Edition – The SEAL Operative’s Guide to Surviving inthe Wild and Being Prepared for Any Disaster”. Do you know what to do in an active shooter situation, or how to apply trauma medicine after a catastrophic event? Emerson shares how to survive in the wild and defend ourselves from present danger. Emerson spent twenty years conducting special ops all over the world while attached to SEAL Team Three, the National Security Agency (NSA), and the elite SEAL Team Six.
Kathryn also interviews international “sexpert” Robert Weiss LCSW, CSAT-S, author of “Out of the Dog House: A Step-By-Step Relationship-Saving Guide for Men Caught Cheating”. Thanks to online technology, the once clear line between fidelity and cheating has blurred. Weiss is featured on Oprah and in The NYTimes, CNN, Psychology Today and The Huffington Post.
Kathryn interviews accountability expert Greg Bustin, author of “Accountability: The Key to Driving a High-Performing Culture”. Bustin selects candidates for his “Best & Worst in Accountability Survey”. Last year’s international response named Volkswagen as the 'least accountable organization' due to rigged emissions testing in 11 million cars. Bustin writes a blog read by more than 6,000 executives globally and is featured in The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, Forbes, Inc. and other major publications.
Kathryn also interviews Harvard Psychologist Holly Parker PhD, author of “If We’re Together, Why Do I Feel So Alone? How to Build Intimacy with an Emotionally Unavailable Partner”. In helping real-world couples achieve a fulfilling future, Dr. Parker has developed a program filled with practical exercises and powerful advice for individuals on both sides of an emotionally damaged relationship. Dr. Parker is featured in SELF Magazine, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Prevention and ABC News.
Kathryn interviews ABC News Reporter Genevieve Shaw Brown, author of “The Happiest Mommy You Know: Why Putting Your Kids First is the LAST Thing You Should Do”. What happens when you do for yourself what you instinctively do for your children every day? Brown, a lifestyle writer, editor and reporter for ABC News lives in NYC with her husband and three children. She is the recipient of an Edward R. Murrow award for excellence in reporting.
Kathryn also interviews parenting expert Julie King JD, author of “How to Talk So Little Kids Will Listen: A Survival Guide to Life with Children Ages 2-7”. Drawing on her experience leading workshops for parents and professionals since 1995, King has designed an entertaining and proven guide for overcoming parenting challenges. She provides readers with instant help on morning mayhem, bedtime battles, tattling, lying, hitting, doctor visits, trips to the grocery store and more – perfect for new and seasoned parents alike.
Kathryn interviews NY Times bestselling author Gene Stone, author of “Trump Survival Guide: Everything You Need to Know About Living Through What You Hoped Would Never Happen”. Stone offers guidance and concrete solutions to make a difference and move from anger and despair to activism. He is the author of over 40 books, 12 times NY Times bestselling author, Sr. Editor of Esquire, west coast Editor of Simon & Schuster, and a consulting editor at The Los Angeles Times.
Kathryn also interviews neurosurgeon and attorney Lawrence Schlachter DDS, MD, JD and author of “Malpractice: A Neurosurgeon Reveals How Our Health-Care System Puts Patients at Risk”. Drawing on 23 years of experience as a neurosurgeon and 11 years of experience as a medical-malpractice attorney, Dr. Schlachter shares unbelievable true stories of patients who were harmed by negligent doctors.
Kathryn interviews bullying expert Andrew Faas, author of “From Bully to Bull’s-Eye: Move Your Organization Out of the Line of Fire”. Faas has been following Donald Trump’s path to power. He delineates exactly what makes Trump one of the most dangerous bullies our country has ever seen—and what we need to do to protect ourselves. Faas is currently partnering with the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence on the groundbreaking initiative Emotion Revolution in the Workplace. Kathryn also interviews technology expert Sarah Granger, author of “The Digital Mystique: How the Culture of Connectivity Can Empower Your Life – Online and Off”. The Internet era is often criticized for undermining our privacy, concentration, wellbeing and our ability to maintain real relationships. Granger shows us how to own our digital identities, follow digital etiquette and also informs us as to what to make of social media trends. Granger is featured on CBS News, Good Morning America, NPR and in The NYTimes.
Kathryn interviews former Texas State Comptroller Susan Combs, author of “Texas Tenacity: A Call for Women to Direct Their Destiny”. Part memoir, part manifesto for inspiring others, Susan Combs shares the details of her life – the good, the bad, and the ugly – from family history, her escape from an abusive marriage, and her first jobs to political powerhouse. Combs has also served as Texas Agriculture Commissioner and in the Texas State Legislature.
Kathryn also interviews NYTimes bestselling author and certified sports nutritionist Melissa Hartwig, author of “The Whole30 Cookbook”. Hartwig delivers over 150 all-new recipes to help readers prepare delicious healthy meals during their Whole30 and beyond. She provides support to more than 2 million people a month through the Whole30 website and social media feeds. Hartwig has been featured on The Today Show, Dr. Oz, The Wall Street Journal and SELF.
Kathryn interviews Bill Proudman, co-founder of White Men as Full Diversity Partners. Post-election, the US is more divided and polarized than ever. Many are now calling for significant cultural shifts in wake of Mr. Trump’s win – a statement that some say is influenced by corporate America: there are just 5 black CEOs and 23 female CEOs on the Fortune 500 list for 2015. Proudman and WMFDP have worked with Lockheed Martin, Coca-Cola, Starbucks, Microsoft, NASA, and many other companies to create sustainable and inclusive work cultures.
Kathryn also interviews Rich Garon PhD, author of the novel “Felling Big Trees” about a disgraced Congressman as he turns to the American heartland to find. Garon received both his M.A. and Ph.D. in Politics from New York University and began a career on Capitol Hill that lasted more than 25 years - the last six of those years serving as Chief-of-Staff for the Committee on International Relations in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Kathryn interviews The Finish Line COO Melissa Greenwell, author of “Money on the Table: How to Increase Profits Through Gender-Balanced Leadership”. There is no question that women are under-represented at the top of the corporate world. Greenwell’s advice and expertise on gender in the workplace is featured in Harvard Business Review, FORTUNE, CNN Money and Forbes. Kathryn also interviews social psychologist Alexandra Stein PhD, author of “Terror, Love & Brainwashing: Attachment in Cults and Totalitarian Systems”. What are the dangers of extreme psychological control? Dr. Stein draws on her 25 years of research to explain how almost anyone can be radically manipulated to participate in dangerous and incomprehensible acts. A survivor of a political cult herself, Dr. Stein draws upon her own experience, as well as stories from a range of religious, political and commercial cults, in order to portray the psychological impact of these environments.
Kathryn interviews Professor Ingrid Blaufarb Hughes, author of “Losing Aaron”. One in every hundred Americans live with schizophrenia. Every year one in five Americans experience mental illness and 43,000 take their own lives. “Losing Aaron” is the story of the life and death of Aaron Hughes as told by his mother Ingrid Blaufarb Hughes. She describes her family’s struggle with her son’s mental illness and brings to light the complexity of a mother’s loss. Kathryn also interviews economist David M. Rothschild PhD about a recent Pollfish survey on what influenced Donald Trump supporters. Dr. Rothschild and his team at PredictWise successfully predicted the results of 45 out of 50 states, looking at key issues in Trump’s platform and how voters felt about his candidacy. He is well known for his prediction methods, having correctly predicted 50 of 51 Electoral College outcomes in February 2012, an average of 20 of 24 Oscars from 2013-6 and 15 of 15 knockout games in the '14 World Cup.
Kathryn interviews CaringBridge founder Sona Mehring. “In 1997, good friends of mine had a premature baby, and they asked me to let everyone know what was happening. Instead of making dozens of emotional and time-consuming phone calls, I decided to create a website. The same night their baby Brighid was born, so was the idea that became CaringBridge.” Since then more than half a million CaringBridge websites have been created.
Kathryn also interviews life coach Ora Nadrich, author of “Says Who? How One Simple Question Can Change The Way You Think Forever”. Work-related stress is reaching epidemic rates, according to the American Institute of Stress. Negative thoughts about work hijack our creativity and our productivity, making it even harder to get the job done. Nadrich points out there's a powerful method to get centered in the here and now. Nadrich is a Huffington Post blogger, speaker, writer and wedding officiant in LA.
Kathryn interviews Heather Lende, New York Times bestselling author of the book “Find the Good: Unexpected Life Lessons from a Small-Town Obituary Writer”. As the obituary writer in a spectacularly beautiful but often dangerous spit of land in Alaska, Lende knows something about last words and lives well lived. Now she's distilled what she's learned about how to live a more exhilarating and meaningful life into three words: find the good. Lende is featured on NPR, The New York Times and National Geographic Traveler.
Kathryn also interviews award-winning psychotherapist Jude Bijou MA MFT, author of “Attitude Reconstruction: A Blueprint for Building a Better Life”. Bijou says we can't control which fearful, fretful, and anxious thoughts pop into our brain. But we can control how we respond to those thoughts. Bijou's work has been referenced in USA Today, Fox News and Huff Post Parents.
Kathryn interviews Danielle Trussoni, bestselling author of “The Fortress: A Love Story”. When Trussoni met a brilliant, mysterious novelist from Bulgaria, it was love at first sight. They embarked on a whirlwind romance and within months were married and began an adventurous life together. Eight years later and their marriage failing, they moved to Aubais, a picturesque medieval village in the Languedoc where Trussoni found the strength to overcome her illusions and start again.
Kathryn also interviews neonatologist Jane Scott MD, author of “The Confident Parent: A Pediatrician’s Guide to Caring for Your Little One – Without Losing Your Joy, Your Mind, or Yourself”. After living in and raising her kids on four continents, Dr. Scott knows that every country has its own traditions with regard to child rearing methods that work. Dr. Scott breaks down the assumptions about what good parenting entails by exploring the ways in which children succeed and thrive around the world.
Kathryn interviews actress, teacher and writer Roselee Blooston MFA, author of “Dying in Dubai: A Memoir of Marriage, Mourning and the Middle East.” This heartbreaking but redemptive memoir tells the story of the sudden death in Dubai of Blooston’s beloved husband Jerry, and how her journey through a profoundly disorienting environment forces her to face wrenching questions about his behavior there.
Kathryn also interviews English Professor and eating disorder survivor Lisa Knopp, author of “Bread: A Memoir of Hunger”. When Knopp was 54, she realized that the severe food restricting that had left her sick and small when she was 15 and 25 had returned. Now deep into middle age, she was full of urgent questions and determined to understand her malady. Knopp’s essays have appeared in numerous literary publications including the Missouri Review, Michigan Review, Iowa Review, Gettysburg Review, Brevity: A Journal of Concise Literary Nonfiction and Creative Nonfiction.
Kathryn interviews VH1 ‘Couples Therapy with Dr. Jenn’ host Dr. Jenn Mann, author of “The Relationship Fix: Dr. Jenn’s 6-Step Guide to Improving Communication, Connection & Intimacy”. Relationships aren't easy, even the good ones. Dr. Mann teaches you everything you need to know to have a deeper more satisfying relationship, and to hone the skills to fix one that isn’t working. Dr. Jenn shares her expertise on The Today Show, The Talk, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and The Oprah Winfrey Show.
Kathryn also interviews world’s leading expert in personalized nutrition Dr. Greg Tefft, author of “Your Personal Life: Measuring What Your Body Needs to Live Lean, Long, Strong & Better”. Dr. Tefft, board-certified naturopathic and chiropractic physician and three-time Natural Mr. America, says you're not what you eat, you're what you retain from what you eat. Dr. Tefft’s clientele include celebrities, Olympic athletes and 'ordinary people' who want to be at their best.
Kathryn interviews award-winning writer Stan Goldberg PhD, author of “Loving, Supporting, and Caring for the Cancer Patient”. Getting a cancer diagnosis can bring on an onslaught of fear, worry and uncertainty. Often, friends and family members struggle with what to say and do, and the person with cancer may be uncomfortable asking for or accepting help. Dr. Goldberg shares five approaches that we can take to support our loved ones with cancer.
Kathryn also interviews Private Health Management Founder & CEO Leslie Michelson JD, author of “The Patient’s Playbook: How to Save Your Life and the Lives of Those You Love”. Michelson, a medical case management expert and advocate for patient education, has distilled three decades of experience into The Patient’s Playbook. Michelson also served with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services during the Carter and Reagan administrations. Michelson is featured on ABC News, AARP, TIME and The Wall Street Journal.
Kathryn interviews creativity catalyst Deborah Shouse, author of “Connecting in the Land of Dementia: Creative Activities to Explore Together”. Too often, people living with dementia are entertained instead of engaged. Shouse interviewed dozens of experts who showed that creativity and imagination live on, even when memory falters. Shouse is featured in The Washington Post, Woman’s Day, and in more than four dozen Chicken Soup for the Soul books.
Kathryn also interviews neurologist, Army veteran, horse trainer, and one of “America’s Best Doctors” Allan J. Hamilton MD, author of “Lead with Your Heart: Lessons from a Life with Horses”. Dr. Hamilton has been the Senior Medical Advisor for 200 episodes of Grey's Anatomy and recently wrapped up work in Mark Wahlberg's movie, Patriots Day. In his spare time Dr. Hamilton is a respected horse trainer, sharing how his work with horses and neurosurgery can teach us lessons in leadership, trust, and gratitude.
Kathryn interviews Emmy-Nominated Soap Opera Star Amy Gibson, author of “Sex, Wigs and Whispers: Love and Life with Hair Loss”. Gibson shares her tips for successful dating, sex and intimacy while building confidence and self-esteem living with hair loss in. She is featured on The Doctors, NBC Nightly News, CNN, Entertainment Tonight, The TODAY Show and in PEOPLE Magazine.
Kathryn also interviews parent and advocate Rosie Maloney, author of “Girl Unbroken: A Sister’s Harrowing Story of Survival from the Streets of Long Island to the Farms of Idaho”. They were five kids with five different fathers and an alcoholic mother who left them to fend for themselves for weeks at a time. But when Regina discloses the truth about their abusive mother to the authorities, the siblings are soon separated. Maloney is a powerful symbol of courage and resilience with a family of her own. Regina is a NY Times bestselling author and attorney.
Kathryn interviews scientist Marie-Claire Arrieta PhD, author of “Let Them Eat Dirt: Saving Your Child from an Oversanitized World”. It turns out that our current emphasis on hyper-cleanliness and poor diets are taking a toll on our children’s lifelong health. Dr. Arrieta explains how the microbes that live in our bodies impact childhood development and why an imbalance in those microbes can lead to obesity, diabetes, and asthma, among other chronic conditions. Arrieta is published in the leading scientific journals Gastroenterology, PNAS, and Science Translational Medicine.
Kathryn also interviews millennial workplace expert Adam Smiley Poswolsky, author of “The Quarter-Life Breakthrough: Invent Your Own Path, Find Meaningful Work, and Build a Life That Matters”. On paper and to the rest of the world, Poswolsky’s position at the Peace Corps headquarters in DC seemed like the perfect job. Truth is he was miserable. Poswolsky is featured in The Washington Post and and FORBES.
Kathryn interviews NYTimes bestselling author Elizabeth Koehler-Pentacoff, author of 'The Missing Kennedy: Rosemary Kennedy and the Secret Bonds of Four Women'. Rosemary Kennedy, younger sister of President John F. Kennedy, was lobotomized at age 23 in 1941 and was put out of public view in 1959 at a remote facility in rural Wisconsin. For more than 20 years, she remained unvisited by family and non-family alike. In 1962 Elizabeth Koehler-Pentacoff and her parents were likely the first non-Kennedy family members to visit Rosemary following her lobotomy. Elizabeth, niece to Rosemary's caretaker, visited her on a regular basis for the next 34 years. Through their friendship, Elizabeth discovered the person many had forgotten or had never known. Based on independent research and interviews with the Shriver family, she tries to come to grips with Joseph Kennedy's well-intended decision to submit his eldest daughter to a still experimental medical procedure, and his later decision to keep
Kathryn interviews The Health Care Detective Frank Lalli, author of “Your Best Healthcare Now: Get Doctor Discounts, Save with Better Health Insurance, Find Affordable Prescriptions”. Lalli details how he mastered our flawed health care system during his own cancer treatment. This book gives readers the tools to make smart decisions that could save them hundreds—if not thousands—of dollars. Lalli has appeared as a specialist on Today, Good Morning America and Nightline. Kathryn also interviews midlife women’s health expert Dr. Tara Allmen, author of Menopause Confidential: A Doctor Reveals the Secrets to Thriving Through Midlife”. Dr. Allmen brings us this smart, funny, scientifically accurate, and practical women’s guide through the mysterious journey called perimenopause and menopause. “Menopause Confidential” empowers women to be informed, proactive, and to be their greatest selves at any age. Dr. Allmen is featured on the Dr. Oz Show, Good Morning America, NBC, CBS and Fox News.
Kathryn interviews Feminist Studies Managing Editor Karla Mantilla, author of “Gendertrolling: How Misogyny Went Viral”. Comedian and actress Leslie Jones was recently the victim of intense and unrelentless online harassment – to the point where her safety was at stake and she had to delete her Twitter account. Mantilla provides key insight into this Internet phenomenon while discussing the legal parameters surrounding the issue such as privacy, anonymity and free speech online.
Kathryn also interview ovarian cancer survivor Andrea Herzberg, hotline coordinator for SHARE Cancer Support. September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Every year, over 22,000 women in the U.S. are newly diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and over 14,000 women die from the disease. More than 55,000 times each year, SHARE programs touch women and men affected by breast or ovarian cancer, as well as members of the general public.
Kathryn interviews psychiatrist Dion Metzger MD, author of “The Modern Trophy Wife: How to Achieve Your Life Goals While Thriving at Home”. Women today lead busy lives, trying to balance successful careers with healthy lifestyles and supportive families. Dr. Dion Metzger and co-author Dr. Ayo Gathing have found that some women feel guilty for taking time to themselves. Their response? Ladies, taking time out for yourself is not selfish—it is necessary. Dr. Metzger explains why self-care is so important, sharing how she’s been able to incorporate self-care habits into her own busy life of being a wife, doctor, and professor. Dr. Metzger is a board certified psychiatrist and is featured on HLN Network, Aspire TV, and in The Wall Street Journal.
Kathryn interviews Matthew Lederman MD, New York Times bestselling author of the book 'Forms Over Knives Family'. Dr. Lederman brings us a complete guide to a plant-based lifestyle for the entire family—with more than 125 delicious, kid-friendly recipes for raising a whole-foods-loving child. Dr. Lederman and his wife Dr. Alona Pulde make the case that modern diseases can be prevented and often reversed by removing meat, dairy, and highly refined foods from one’s diet.
Kathryn also interviews women’s health expert Alice Domar PhD, author of “Finding Your Calm for the Expectant Mom: Tools for Reducing Stress, Anxiety, and Mood Swings During Your Pregnancy”. Dr. Domar shows women how to manage their feelings of vulnerability and loss of control so that they can avoid the many stress-related health issues that can negatively impact both mom and baby. Dr. Domar appears on The Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS This Morning, and PBS.
Kathryn interviews BRAVO TV’s Jersey Belle Jaime Primack Sullivan, author of “The Southern Education of a Jersey Girl: Adventures in Life and Love in the Heart of Dixie”. Sullivan shares lessons on Southern etiquette, deep-fried foods, college football, and matters of the heart—delivered with her side-splitting Jersey twist. Whether she’s pushing the boundaries of what proper Southern ladies consider “polite behavior” or espousing Southern customs, Sullivan isn’t afraid to speak up.
Kathryn also interviews pediatrician Paul Thomas MD, FAAP, author of “The Vaccine Friendly Plan: Dr. Paul’s Safe and Effective Approach to Immunity and Health – from Pregnancy Through Your Child’s Teen Years”. Dr. Thomas offers recommendations for a healthy pregnancy and childbirth, including advice on how to talk to healthcare providers and the risks associated with opting out of vaccinations. Dr. Thomas was named a Top Pediatrician by Castle Connolly in 2006, 2009, 2012 and 2014.
Kathryn interviews communication security expert Shaun Murphy about security safeguards. When guests check into a hotel, the first thing the front desk requests is a credit card for the room. Before just grabbing any card out of their wallets guests may want to think twice. Major hotel chains have been hacked and lost massive amounts of financial and personal data on guests. Murphy has dedicated his life to developing technology solutions for the average consumer.
Kathryn also interviews White House Transition Project Board Member Lauren A. Wright PhD, author of “On Behalf of the President: Presidential Spouses and White House Communications Strategy Today”. Dr. Wright documents the growing presence of the presidents' wives in the communications strategies of the Clinton, Bush, and Obama Administrations and explores how the first lady serves to persuade public opinion, make personal appeals to the public, and promote initiatives that support administration policies.
Kathryn interviews New York Post columnist Naomi Schaefer Riley, author of “The New Trail of Tears: How Washington is Destroying American Indians”. Today, American Indians have high poverty, suicide, victim of rape, and gang violence rates. These are just some of the findings that Riley uncovers in her latest book. Riley is featured in The Wall Street Journal, The NY Times and The Boston Globe. She appears regularly on FOX News and The Today Show.
Kathryn also interview psychologist and parent educator Erica Reischer PhD, author of “What Great Parents Do: 75 Simple Strategies for Raising Kids Who Thrive”. Written for busy parents who don't have time to read a typical chapter book, Dr. Reischer distills the most useful information about the art and science of parenting into bite-sized summaries with real examples of what to say and how to say it. Dr. Reischer is featured in The NY Times, The Washington Post and Psychology Today.
Kathryn interviews NY Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs on her book “Family Tree”. The most touching journey is in coming home: and no one else can evoke all the uncertainty and joys of those life passages quite like Wiggs. Wiggs, a Harvard grad and winner of a RITA Award from the Romance Writers of America, is the #1 NY Times bestselling author of more than fifty novels.
Kathryn also interviews Jessica Joelle Alexander, author of “The Danish Way of Parenting: What the Happiest People in the World Know About Raising Confident, Capable Kids”. Denmark has been voted the happiest country in the world for 40 consecutive years. What is the secret to this consistent success? Alexander attributes this happiness to their upbringing: happy kids grow up to make happy adults who raise happy kids and the cycle continues. They reveal a fresh take on cross-cultural parenting advice which will help parents from all walks of life raise the happiest, most well-adjusted kids in the world.
Kathryn interviews Crystal Andrus Morissette, bestselling author of “ The Emotional Edge: Discover Your Inner Age, Ignite Your Hidden Strengths and Reroute Misdirected Fear to Live Your Fullest”. They say with age comes wisdom, but what about your emotional age? Does your emotional age match your real age? Morissette shows us how to identify our emotional age and our parenting archetype, pinpointing our strengths and weaknesses and harnessing them for good.
Kathryn also interviews social media star and LGBTQ advocate Jeffrey Marsh, author of “How To Be You: Stop Trying to Be Someone Else and Start Living Your Life”. With over a quarter billion views online, Jeffrey Marsh just might be the internet’s most beloved anti-bully. And Marsh has one big, revolutionary message: “There is nothing wrong with you.” Marsh has been featured in the NY Times, was a red carpet correspondent for MTV-Logo, GLSEN, and the Official Viner and Social Media Ambassador for GLAAD and Freedom to Marry.
Kathryn interviews Kevin Hancock, award-winning author of “Not For Sale: Finding Center in the Land of Crazy Horse”. After Hancock lost his voice to a rare medical condition, he was drawn to the Sioux Nation deep in Indian country to awaken his soul. Hancock reveals the inner workings of deep seeking that opened his eyes, his heart and his mind – ultimately leading to his creation of a shared responsibility model that resulted in record profits for his company and a feature in the New York Times.
Kathryn also interview political communications and strategy expert K. Riva Levinson, author of “Choosing the Hero: My Improbable Journey and the Rise of Africa’s First Woman President”. In time for the Democratic National Convention, Levinson shares Washington insights into the impact a woman president of the USA might have on political participation of girls and women around the world. Levinson is featured on NPR, C-SPAN, in The Hill and in The Huffington Post.
Kathryn interviews Fortune 500 leadership consultant Keith Eigel PhD, author of “The Map: Your Path to Effectiveness in Leadership, Life, and Legacy”. Great leadership is about making the contribution only you can make for your family and friends, your community or organization, your country or the world. Dr. eith Eigel discusses this year’s presidential election and how polls show that both candidates have the highest unfavorable ratings in history, leaving many voters concerned about their leadership capabilities.
Kathryn also interview critical care nurse Kati Kleber BSN, RN, CCRN, author of “Admit One: What You Must Know When Going to the Hospital – But No One Actually Tells You”. Kleber gives us an insider’s guide to the culture of a hospital, sharing the important questions a patient needs to ask (and how to remember to ask them!) Kleber was recently named 2015 Nurse of the Year by the Charlotte Business Journal. Kleber is featured on CNN, The Dr. Oz Show and The TODAY Show.
Kathryn interviews teacher Naomi Katz, author of “Beautiful: Being An Empowered Young Woman”. It all started with a catcall. Katz was on her way to teach her seventh-grade class when she heard the catcalls that are only too common. It made her feel angry and helpless, and it made her wonder—how did it affect the girls in her class? The answer shocked and galvanized her to create a course she teaches around the world, now recreated as no nonsense and reassuring guide called Beautiful.
Kathryn also interviews plastic surgeon Anthony Youn MD, FACS, author of “The Age Fix: A Leading Plastic Surgeon Reveals How to Really Look 10 Years Younger”. Don't buy another overpriced cream. Hold off on that invasive procedure. Get your Age Fix. Dr. Youn is the rare plastic surgeon who does everything he can to keep his patients out of the operating room. Dr. Youn is featured on Good Morning America, Today, CBS This Morning, Fox News and in the NY Times, USA Today and People magazine.
Kathryn interviews Army Infantry Officer and Yoga Master Eric Walrabenstein, author of “Waging Inner Peace: How 5,000 Veterans Used the Ancient Secrets of Yoga & Mindfulness to Reclaim their Lives from Stress and How You Can, Too”. Waging Inner Peace chronicles how 5,000 hard-charging U.S. military veterans came to use yoga's ancient science of mind to heal from the stresses induced by the horrors of war. Walrabenstein’s work is featured on ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX news.
Kathryn also interviews NY Times bestselling author Gregory Macguire about his book “After Alice”. Macguire, author of Wicked, is back to take a new magical twist on Lewis Carrol’s 150 year old classic Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. In After Alice Macguire returns to the summer day on which Alice disappeared into Wonderland. Maguire is the author of 30 books including Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister, Lost, Mirror Mirror and The Wicked Years.
Kathryn interviews NY Times bestselling author and medium George Anderson on his book “Life Between Heaven and Earth: What You Didn’t Know About the World Hereafter and How It Can Help You”. Anderson is the first medium in history to appear on a cable television show and is the only medium to be cleared by network television standards and practices to appear on the first-ever prime-time special on mediumship.
Kathryn also interviews entrepreneur expert Robbie Hardy, author of “Upsetting the Table: Women Mentoring Women”. Despite the inroads by women in the workplace a double standard still exists, reinforced by gender stereotypes that view an assertive woman as “pushy,” while an assertive man is viewed as “bold” and “self-assured.” In Upsetting the Table, Hardy shares the lessons of women who have battled uphill odds to achieve success in both their professional and personal lives.
Kathryn interviews educational psychologist and character expert Michele Borba EdD about her book “UnSelfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in Our All-About-Me World”. Parents want to raise empathetic, kind, compassionate children who will go on to achieve great success and enjoy true happiness. But why do studies find that kids today are 40% less empathetic than they were thirty years ago? Dr. Borba is a regular NBC TODAY contributor and is featured on CNN, Dr. Phil, Dateline, NBC Nightly News, and Dr. Oz.
Kathryn also interviews University of Missouri doctoral candidate Karen Traylor-Adolph about the dynamics of grandfamilies and raising kinship children. More than 2.2 million children are being raised by their grandparents, other relatives or loved ones. Added financial strains caused by this living arrangement and subsequent legal issues create challenges and often push these “grandfamilies” into poverty.
Kathryn interviews blogger and parent Marguerite Elisofon, author of “My Picture Perfect Family: What Happens When One Twin has Autism”. Samantha’s introduction to the world was much more challenging than her brother’s. They sought professional help and received the diagnosis they feared—their daughter was on the Autistic Spectrum. This is Elisofon’s memoir of the courage it takes to raise and advocate for a child who is far more than the sum of her ever-shifting diagnosis.
Kathryn also interviews sports columnist for The Wall Street Journal Jason Gay, author of “Little Victories: Perfect Rules for Imperfect Living”. Are you the kind of person who appreciates good advice, but can’t stand most advice books? In this collection of eighteen essays, Gay observes both the practical and ridiculous positive things about living in the modern age. Gay, a sports columnist at The Wall Street Journal, has written for publications including Vogue, GQ, Rolling Stone and The New York Observer.
Kathryn interviews founder and CEO of TRUE Model Management Dale Noelle. Plus-size models are currently making huge waves in the modeling industry breaking down the stereotypical ideals of beauty. Noelle, formerly one of the fashion industry’s most sought after models, empowers women of all shapes, colors and sizes. TRUE has close ties with many of the most influential names in the industry, including Calvin Klein, DKNY, GAP, Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger and Victoria's Secret. br Kathryn also interviews Professor of Gerontology Kenneth Doka PhD, author of “Grief is a Journey: Finding Your Path Through Loss”. There is no 'one-size-fits-all' way to cope with loss, and grief is not an illness to get over but an individual and ongoing journey. Dr. Doka challenges the prevailing, often judgmental, ideas about grief which the conventional 'five stages' model' dictates. Dr. Doka is a prolific author and ordained Lutheran minister and has been interviewed on CNN.
Kathryn interviews StandUnited.org’s senior product manager Paul Van Remortel on disruptive technologies and how they are changing the way activist work. Just like Uber and Airbnb disrupted the taxi and hotel industry, StandUnited.org has disrupted political activism and leveled the playing field for Conservatives. Van Remortel leads the team responsible for StandUnited, working to make us all more involved in our communities and beyond by creating online petitions. br Kathryn also interviews Julia G. Fox, author of “And Then There Were Three: Sixty Seven Letters to Sasha”. When gay marriage was legalized in the United States in 2015, it appeared as though the last major hurdle for LGBT rights was finally overcome. Fox chronicles the reunion of her husband, George, with his former lover from college, Sasha--a man living a double life in a culture where his homosexuality could result in imprisonment or worse.
Kathryn interview New York Times bestselling author Firoozeh Dumas, author of “It Ain’t So Awful, Falafel”. Her latest book is based on her own experiences emigrating from Iran to Newport Beach in the 1970’s and how she had to balance being a normal teenage girl with overcoming stereotypes stemming from a tense Iran-American relationship. Dumas is a frequent commentator on NPR and her work appears in The NY Times, The Wall Street Journal and The Los Angeles Times. br Kathryn also interviews Harvard trained OB-GYN Amy Tuteur MD, author of “Push Back: Guilt in the Age of Natural Parenting”. Dr. Tuteur shows that most of the scientific claims of natural childbirth, breastfeeding and attachment parenting gurus are at best overstated and have all become big business, with a multitude of products and service providers who stand to profit from the false claims. Dr. Tuteur is featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and on NPR.
Kathryn interviews Stanford University Clinical Associate Professor Beth Darnall PhD, author of “Less Pain Fewer Pills: Avoid the Dangers of Prescription Opioids and Gain Control Over Chronic Pain”. In 2014 over 28,000 Americans died of opioid overdoses. Using her 15 years of experience treating adults with chronic pain Dr. Darnall provides concrete, evidence-based psychological and behavioral alternatives for pain control. Dr. Darnall is featured on NPR, ABC News and in Women’s Health Magazine. br Kathryn also interviews Fox News’ Outnumbered cohost Andrea Tantaros, author of “Tied Up in Knots: How Getting What We Wanted Made Women Miserable”. 50 years after The Feminine Mystique, relations between men and women in America have never been more dysfunctional. If women are more liberated than ever before, why aren't they happier? Tantaros exposes how the feminist pursuit of equality went too far, and how the unintended pitfalls of that power trade have made women (and men!) miserable.
Kathryn interview science journalist Kayt Sukel, author of “The Art of Risk: The New Science of Courage, Caution and Chance”. Are risk-takers born or made? This is the question that set Sukel on a quest to find the answers, blending case studies and hard-hitting science to explore risk-taking in work, play, love and life and showing readers how understanding their own behavior can further their personal success. Sukel’s work appears in the Atlantic Monthly, New Scientist, USA Today, The Washington Post and Parenting. Kathryn also interviews women’s health expert Dr. Stephanie Faubion, author of “Mayo Clinic’s The Menopause Solution: A Doctor’s Guide to Relieving Hot Flashes, Enjoying Better Sex, Sleeping Well, Controlling Your Weight, and Being Happy!” Dr. Faubion presents a balanced, unbiased overview of what to expect in midlife and beyond. Dr. Faubion is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and director of the Office of Women's Health and the Women’s Health Clinic at the Mayo Clinic.
Kathryn interview federal sex-crimes prosecutor Allison Leotta, author of “The Last Good Girl”. Drawing inspiration from real cases, Leotta explores the issue of sexual assaults on campuses, the struggles of Title IX activists fighting for change, the technology that has revolutionized the ways crimes are committed and investigated, and the lengths those in power will go to protect their own. Leotta’s legal expertise is featured on CNN, PBS, MSNBC, and in The Huffington Post. br Kathryn also interviews Andrea Tantaros, cohost of Fox News’ Outnumbered and author of “Tied Up in Knots: How Getting What We Wanted Made Women Miserable”. If women are more liberated than ever before, why aren't they happier? In this shocking, funny, and bluntly honest tour of today’s gender discontents, Tantaros exposes how the rightful feminist pursuit of equality went too far, and how the unintended pitfalls of that power trade have made women (and men!) miserable.
Kathryn interviews Pulitzer Prize-winning science reporter Amy Ellis Nutt, author of “Becoming Nicole: The Transformation of an American Family”. This is the inspiring true story of a transgender girl, her identical twin brother, and an ordinary American family’s extraordinary journey to understand, nurture, and celebrate the uniqueness in us all. Becoming Nicole was named “One of the Ten Best Books of the Year” by People Magazine and Men’s Journal. br Kathryn also interviews journalist and essayist Wendy Paris MFA, author of “Splitopia: Dispatches from Today’s Good Divorce and How to Part Well”. Splitopia chronicles Paris’ own divorce in real time; shares insights from happily divorced couples, international experts, and the latest research; and follows her own divorced parents’ possible reunion. Her work on marriage, relationships and contemporary culture appears in The NY Times, Psychology Today, Glamour, Brides and Salon.com.
Kathryn interviews journalist Healther Shumaker, author of “It’s Okay to Go Up the Slide: Renegade Rules for Raising Confident and Creative Kids”. Shumaker has an unusual stance on many hot-button parenting topics. For one, she believes we should ban homework and allow our kids to spend their time doing better things, and studies support her opinion. According to recent research, homework has no academic benefit in elementary school, and has very little impact in middle school. In her latest book Shumaker advocates for reinventing our concept of proper parenting, including doing away with homework during the early years and not discouraging our kids from expressing their anger—even if it means being mean. Shumaker's writings have appeared in the New York Post, The Huffington Post, Parenting and Pregnancy. She blogs at Starlighting Mama.
Kathryn interviews End Rape on Campus co-founder Andrea Pino, author of “We Believe You: Survivors of Campus Sexual Assault Speak Out”. Across the US students are exposing a pervasive cover-up of sexual assault on college campuses. Pino elevates the stories of more than 30 experiences of trauma, healing and everyday activism. Pino’s own story is featured in the documentary The Hunting Ground, which premiered at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival.
Kathryn also interviews reporter and journalist Tara Haelle MA, author of “The Informed Parent: A Science-Based Resource for Your Child’s First Four Years”. Parents have to make endless decisions, sometimes even before they become pregnant, that can affect the outcome of their pregnancy and the health of their future children. Haelle has first-hand experience with many of these unforeseen parenting challenges. Her writing is featured in the New York Times, Scientific American, Slate, Discover, Politico, Everyday Health and Forbes.
Kathryn interviews Caron Levis MFA, award-winning author of “Ida, Always”. Gus lives in a big park in the middle of an even bigger city, and he spends his days with Ida. Ida is right there. Always. Then one sad day, Gus learns that Ida is very sick, and she isn’t going to get better. The friends help each other face the difficult news with whispers, sniffles, cuddles and even laughs. MSW candidate Levis is an Adjunct Professor in The New School’s MFA Creative Writing for Children’s program.
Kathryn also interviews Guggenheim Fellow Ellen Feldman MA, author of “Terrible Virtue: A Novel”. This author’s latest provocative novel shares the story of one of the most fascinating and influential figures of the twentieth century - Margaret Sanger. Feldman tells the story of the mother of birth control, the founder of Planned Parenthood and an American champion of women around the world—as she herself might have told it. Feldman is featured on NPR, Medium and in American Heritage.
Kathryn interviews holistic wellbeing expert Randi Ragan, author of “A Year of Mindful Living: Seasonal Practices to Nourish Body, Mind and Spirit”. More than 50% of adult Americans suffer adverse health effects due to stress. Excluding the trauma of living in a war zone, most of our stress comes from the makings of our own mind: our perceptions of our experiences that arise out of daily living. Ragan argues that real stress is not the actual event or situation, but our responses to it. br Kathryn also interviews American University professor Chris Palmer, author of “Now What, Grad? Your Path to Success After College”. Palmer teaches grads how to organize a job search, how to ace job interviews, how to be an effective leader, and other lessons that are not typically taught in the college classroom, but can provide a leg up for soon-to-be graduates to achieve success. Palmer is a speaker, author, wildlife film producer, and founder of the Center for Environmental Filmmaking at AU.
Kathryn interviews DKT International President & CEO Chris Purdy MS. With the outbreak of the Zika virus many countries are recommending avoiding pregnancy through 2018 due to the high potential risk of babies being born with microcephaly. DKT International, one of the largest private providers of family planning and reproductive health in the developing world, has donated 15,000 IUDs and condoms to Mexico. br Kathryn also interviews award-winning cooking show host and chef Andrea Beaman HHC, AADP and author of “The Whole Truth: How I Naturally Reclaimed My Health, and You Can Too!” Since 1999 Beaman has been teaching individuals and health practitioners how to harness the body’s own preventative and healing powers with nutritional practices. The Whole Truth reveals which type of foods and activities are best to help you reach your ideal weight, increase energy, and disease-proof your body. Beaman has appeared on Top Chef, The View, CBS News and FOX News.
Kathryn interviews metastatic prostate cancer survivor Paul Steinberg MD, author of “A Salamandar’s Tale: My Story of Regeneration – Surviving 30 Years with Prostate Cancer”. What happens if you’re 35 and you’re told you have an aggressive form of prostate cancer? If you’re Dr. Steinberg — married, lusty, a successful and beloved doctor — your life dissolves into a mystery of survival, and you become the detective in charge of solving your most important case: yours. Dr. Steinberg is one of the longest survivors of metastatic prostate cancer in history. Kathryn also interviews human rights activist Rupert Isaacson, author of “The Long Ride Home: The Extraordinary Journey of Healing that Changed a Child’s Life”. How far would you go to help your child? Isaacson and his wife traveled to Mongolia, Southern Africa and Australia to seek solutions for their autistic son. This book is a love letter from a father to a child whose gifts were waiting to be unlocked with the help of a horse.
Kathryn interviews award-winning novelist Jim Grimsley, author of “How I Shed My Skin: Unlearning the Racist Lessons of a Southern Childhood”. In his memoir Grimsley chronicles his own coming of age as a boy in a small eastern North Carolina when federally mandated integration of schools went into effect in 1966. Grimsley looks back at that school and those times, remembering his own first real encounters with black children and their culture. The result is a deeply moving narrative, and an honest discussion of racism and its roots.
Kathryn also interviews Lori Haas, Virginia State Director of the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence. After her daughter Emily was shot twice and survived the 2007 Virginia Tech massacre, Haas became personally involved in gun violence prevention efforts. Haas has lobbied on Capitol Hill in Washington and before the Virginia General Assembly for responsible gun laws numerous times.
Kathryn interviews Psychology Today blogger Peg O’Connor PhD, author of “Life on the Rocks: Finding Meaning in Addiction and Recovery”. This is the first book to address addiction and recovery from a Western philosophical perspective, offering a powerful set of tools sharpened over millennia. O’Connor draws upon the wisdom of philosophical tradition from Socrates, Plato and Aristotle, illuminating issues all addicts and their loved ones face. O’Connor is featured in The NY Times and Huffington Post. br Kathryn also interviews Huffington Post columnist and lecturer Carlynne McDonnell, author of “The Every Woman’s Guide to Equality: How Achieving Real Equality Will Change Women’s Lives Forever”. McDonnell has worked in fields considered non-traditional for women, and has personally seen and been on the receiving end of inappropriate and unequal behavior. McDonnell is the founder of Change In Our Lifetime, pushing men and women alike to make a strong commitment to real change for women.
Kathryn interviews NYTimes bestselling author & “obesity warrior” David Ludwig MD, PhD. Dr. Ludwig is a renowned endocrinologist and the author of “Always Hungry? Conquer Cravings, Retrain Your Fat Cells, and Lose Weight Permanently”. Dr. Ludwig’s groundbreaking studies show that overeating doesn't make you fat; the process of getting fat makes you overeat. Dr. Ludwig has been featured on NPR, ABC, NBC, CBS and CNN.
Kathryn also interviews researcher and professor Amanda Lehning MSW, PhD and author of “Creating Aging-Friendly Communities”. Dr. Lehning examines the need to redesign America's communities to respond to the realities of our rapidly aging society. Drawing upon the most current knowledge from a variety of relevant disciplines – psychology, sociology, urban planning and environmental gerontology - she examines proven approaches for making communities more aging-friendly. Dr. Lehning is Assistant Professor of Social Work at the University of Maryland School of Social Work.
Kathryn interviews award-winning journalist Ann Dowsett Johnston, author of “DRINK: The Intimate Relationship Between Women and Alcohol”. Named one of Washington Post's best books of 2013, DRINK takes aim at an alarming epidemic: the worrisome rise in binge drinking and alcohol abuse among girls and women. Dowsett Johnston reveals how dangerous levels of female drinking are on the upswing, precipitated in part by an unmitigated push by the alcohol industry to woo women drinkers from an early age. Kathryn also interviews Jonathan Fast MSW, PhD and author of “Beyond Bullying: Breaking the Cycle of Shame, Bullying, and Violence”. Why are some kids magnets for bullying? Dr. Fast weaves together research from the fields of psychology, sociology, economics and history to create a single overarching theory centered on the root theme of bullying behaviors: shame. This book provides concrete suggestions for dealing with shame, including techniques for diffusing potentially harmful situations.
Kathryn interviews organizational psychotherapist Joan Kingsley, author of “The Fear-Free Organization: Vital Insights from Neuroscience to Transform Your Business Culture”. Leadership that makes a difference takes guts and confidence, plus belief in oneself and belief in the key players in the organization. It is built on trust, not fear. Kingsley draws on her experience as an Executive Coach to reveal how our new understanding of the neurobiology of the self - how the brain constructs the person - can transform the way our businesses and organizations work. br Kathryn also interviews children’s book author Anya Damiron, creator of SuperKids. Exquisitely illustrated, SuperKids teaches children about inclusion, showing them that people with disabilities are defined by the amazing abilities they can develop and not by what they cannot do. Damiron introduces us to young Ivan who loves superheroes and learns to see the superhero powers in fellow children who have disabilities.
Kathryn interviews nationally-known nutritionist Tanya Zuckerbrot MS, RD and author of “The F-Factor Diet: Discover the Secret to Permanent Weight Loss”. Megyn Kelly recently revealed how she keeps her slim figure – The F-Factor. Zuckerbrot encourages readers to ditch the fad diets in favor of a diet that emphasizes fiber consumption without worrying much about carbs, fats or calories. Zuckerbrot is featured in The New York Post, The New York Times, and Vogue Magazine. br Kathryn also interviews Sherri Fillipo RN, blogger of “Living and Dying with Metastatic Breast Cancer”. On the eve of turning fifty, researcher and nurse Fillipo was diagnosed with bilateral invasive breast cancer. After fighting off the cancer three times, Fillipo made the decision to stop all treatment in 2015 and a few months later she entered Hospice. As a nurse for more than 25 years, Sherri no longer works full-time and now devotes her time to writing her blog and checking items off her bucket list.
Kathryn interviews Harvard graduate and researcher Farai Chideya, author of “The Episodic Career: How to Thrive at Work in the Age of Disruption”. Today’s careers are episodic — they don’t happen on a smooth path, but move through many phases. Chideya shares advice on how to enhance growth in an existing career, rebound from being out of work or move from a job that is no longer rewarding. Chideya has moderated a Democratic Presidential Debate and is the former host of NPR’s News & Notes.
Kathryn also interviews award-winning author and natural health practitioner Mark Mincolla PhD on his book “The Whole Health Diet: A Transformational Approach to Weight Loss”. Dr. Mincolla focuses on the problems of obesity and food-related poor health, arguing that it’s not just about optimal nutrition, but it’s also about arriving at your ideal weight by attaining and maintaining your holistic balance. Dr. Mincolla appears on FOX, The Natural Health Show and The Doctor Oz Show.
Kathryn interviews USC Professor Margaret Fetting MSW, PhD and author of “Perspectives on Substance Use, Disorders, and Addiction with Clinical Cases (Second Edition). Partaking in drugs and alcohol can be fun and pleasurable. There are times and places where imbibing is enjoyable. However, overusing alcohol and drugs can also lead to a wide range of negative and even dangerous outcomes. Dr. Fetting has identified over a dozen specific types of behavior associated with alcohol and drug use.
Kathryn also interviews Beth Schaefer, author of “Trump for Principal: A Children’s Book for American Grownups”. Presidential candidate Donald Trump is comically portrayed as a new grade school principal in the light-hearted book Trump for Principal. All of the comments spoken by the cartoon version of Trump are actual quotes from Trump, with some modified to apply to the school. Schaefer is an adjunct communications professor and teaches composition at National Louis University in Chicago.
Kathryn interviews healthy living strategist Lisa Lewtan, author of “Busy, Stressed, and Food Obsessed! Calm Down, Ditch Your Inner-Critic Bitch, and Finally Figure Out What Your Body Needs to Thrive”. New research shows that stressful lifestyles result in a desire to eat. Lewtan has the answer: an honest exploration of your relationship with food. Lewtan is the founder of Healthy, Happy, and Hip and is featured in After 50, MindBodyGreen, and The Huffington Post. brbr Kathryn also interviews New York Times bestselling author Lisa Nichols on her book “Abundance Now: Amplify Your Life & Achieve Prosperity Today”. Twenty years ago, Nichols was a single mother dependent on public assistance and jumping from one dead-end job to the next. Determined to break out of the defeatist mindset, Nichols resolved to change her life. Today Nichols is Founder and CEO of Motivating the Masses, Inc – one of the country’s only publicly traded personal and business development training companies.
Kathryn interviews Wallethub analyst Jill Gonzalez on their recent report of “2015’s Most & Least Charitable States”. Gonzalez shines the spotlight on the most generous of the 50 states by analyzing eight key metrics such as volunteer rate, taxpayers who donated to charity and growth in giving. She is featured in The NY Times, The Washington Post and Fortune.
Kathryn also interviews Center for Family Policy and Research Director Gustavo Carlo PhD, co-author of the study “The Longitudinal Associations Between Discrimination, Depressive Symptoms, and Prosocial Behaviors in US Latino/Recent Immigrant Adolescents”. Dr. Carlo found Latino immigrant youth who reported feeling discriminated against had more depressive symptoms, were less likely to perform altruistic behaviors, be compassionate or empathetic or care for others. U of Missouri Professor Carlo has been elected a Fellow by the American Psychological Association's Board of Directors.
Kathryn interviews psychiatrist and Chief Medical Officer Nzinga Harrison. Everyone is talking about ghosting, a term used to describe relationships where one person stops all communications with a partner and goes completely silent. It happens in business where clients and vendors totally disappear or among lifelong friends who suddenly disconnect. Dr. Harrison examines the effects of ghosting and why it has become so popular. Dr. Harrison is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.
Kathryn also interviews breast cancer survivor, blogger, and author Amber Farman on her book “Farewell My Loves”. Farman introduces readers to Meredith Mathews during the aftermath of her breast cancer diagnosis. Being the selfless devoted wife and mother she has always strived to be, Mathews devises a plan to start the ball rolling on her impending departure. She believes finding her replacement will help her family heal quicker after she passes from her illness.
Kathryn interviews Lian Dolan, the youngest Satellite Sister and co-author of the book “You’re the Best: A Celebration of Friendship”. The Satellite Sisters have turned their focus on the most important relationships in our lives – friends, the women (and men) we call when the best or worst things in your life happen. Dolan, a broadcaster and writer of two bestselling novels, created The Chaos Chronicles, a website, blog and weekly podcast developed by Nickelodean.
Kathryn also discusses the Steve Harvey Miss Universe fiasco with crisis communications expert David E. Johnson, CEO and Co-Founder of Strategic Vision. On Sunday Harvey announced the wrong winner of the Miss Universe pageant. He immediately apologized for his mistake and also took to social media to apologize, but the incident is still being talked about around the world. How does someone come back from that? How do you apologize? Johnson shares advice on what we should do when things go wrong.
Kathryn interviews Christopher Cerf, Emmy award-winning composer, lyricist, and NY Times bestselling author of the book “Spinglish: The Definitive Dictionary of Deliberately Deceptive Language”. If you want to succeed without really lying, you must perfect the art of modern spin. Cerf, with co-author Henry Beard, have compiled a handy dictionary that will make you an expert in misdirection in no time. Cerf is the co-creator of the Emmy award-winning PBS literary education program Between the Lions.
Kathryn also interview actor Thom Gossom Jr, author of “A Slice of Life: Life Stories”. A Slice of Life, the first in a trilogy, tells the life stories of average people who face their own extraordinary circumstances, their own veritable moment of truth. His film and television credits include Reckless, Fight Club, Jeepers Creepers 2 and NYPD Blue.
Kathryn interviews Randy Haveson MA, author of “Party with a Plan: College Edition: The Guide to Successful Drinking”. It is estimated that four out of five college students drink alcohol, and of those students half engage in binge drinking. To address this Haveson developed the Party with a Plan 0-1-2-3 code to help students assess their alcohol consumption. Haveson’s innovative alcohol education program has been featured on CNN Headline News, Fox News Network, and The Ricki Lake Show.
Kathryn also interviews Pamela F. Lenehan MA, former Wall Street Executive, mother, and author of the book “My Mother, My Mentor: What Grown Children of Working Mothers Want You to Know”. 70 percent of mothers in the U.S. with children under 18 are working. Yet 60 percent of adults polled still think kids do better when one parent stays home. Lenehan created a survey of more than a thousand people ages 23-44 about their childhood and interviewed working mothers and their grown children.
Kathryn interviews award-winning author and caregiver advocate Carolyn Brent MBA on her book “The Caregiver’s Companion: Caring for Your Loved One Medically, Financially and Emotionally While Caring for Yourself”. With 13 million U.S. baby boomers caring for elderly parents, thousands of adult caregivers struggle with determining if their parent is fit to remain living alone. To help ease the process, Brent shares 10 signs that can give one better peace of mind when making this all-important decision. br Kathryn also interviews HIV expert Allison R. Webel PhD, author of “Living a Healthy Life with HIV”. When stars like Charlie Sheen and Magic Johnson share their HIV diagnoses with the public, they help to build awareness about a chronic condition that has suffered from stigma for decades. Dr. Webel combines the latest medical advice, ideas from people living with HIV, and proven practices for to help people with HIV explore healthy ways to live the best life possible.
Kathryn interviews John Connolly EdD, President and CEO of the Castle Connolly Medical “America’s Top Doctors” listing. Not only is it America's most trusted source for identifying top physicians, it's the only site whose doctors are recommended by other doctors. Dr. Connolly is one of the nation's foremost experts on identifying top physicians and is featured in The New York Times, The Chicago Tribune and The Boston Globe. He has also appeared on The Today Show, 20/20 and Good Morning America.
Kathryn also interviews New York Times bestselling author Bruce Feiler, author of “The Secrets of Happy Families: Improve Your Mornings, Tell Your Family History, Fight Smarter, Go Out and Play, and Much More”. Feiler has drawn up a new approach to family dynamics, inspired by best practices for modern-day parents from some of the country's most creative minds, including tops designers in Silicon Valley, elite peace negotiators, the creators of Modern Family and the Green Berets.
Kathryn interviews journalist and award-winning TV host Michaela Haas PhD, author of “Bouncing Forward: Transforming Bad Breaks into Breakthroughs”. Eighty-nine percent of Americans experience at least one traumatic event in their lifetime. Dr. Haas explores the revolutionary scientific research of posttraumatic growth through the transformative, uplifting stories of many famous and recognizable names, including one of the last interviews with the late Dr. Maya Angelou. br Kathryn also interviews survivor and advocate Joelle Casteix, author of “The Well-Armored Child: A Parent’s Guide to Preventing Sexual Abuse”. The recent release of the film SPOTLIGHT has helped to revive discussion about the child sex abuse scandals plagued within the Catholic Church. A survivor herself, Casteix has spent the past 14 years as a leading expert and go-to media source for information on the crisis. She is the Western Regional Director the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests.
Kathryn interviews David Roddenberry, founder of HealthyWage, the world’s leading purveyor of corporate and team-based weight loss challenges and financially-induced diet contests for individuals. HealthyWage recently announced that so far this year it has paid out winnings of over $2,500,000 to participants for a collective 750,000 pounds lost through its various cash rewards-based weight loss programs. Roddenberry is a summa cum laude Harvard graduate in neuroscience. br Kathryn also interviews fashion industry maven Beth Thomas Cohen, author of “Drop the Act, It’s Exhausting! Free Yourself from Your So-Called ‘Put Together’ Life”. By no longer being ashamed or apologetic about how “we really feel,” women will become more aware of who we are and more accepting of ourselves and one another. With wit and refreshingly blunt observations, Cohen proves herself the prime example of how freeing, fun, and unifying it can be to drop the act and live a not so put-together life.
Kathryn interviews teacher Ken Murray, author of “Eulogy: A Novel”. What effect does growing up with fundamentalists have on children? In his powerful debut novel, Murray explores an unusual, Rapture-obsessed fundamentalist Christian family that places all of its hopes on catastrophic destruction. Although Eulogy is not a memoir, Murray has first-hand experience with growing up in this kind of environment.
Kathryn also interviews award-winning designer Ayse Birsel, author of “Design the Life You Love: A Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Meaningful Future”. Life, just like a design problem, is full of constraints—time, money, age, location and circumstances. Birsel uses a simple but proven creative thinking and design process to give ordinary people new tools to think about life differently. Birsel is the co-founder of Birsel + Seck, a NYC human centered design and innovation studio who has worked with Hasbro, GE, Design within Reach, HP, Knoll and other fortune 500 companies.
Kathryn interviews humanitarian Andrew Faas, author of “The Bully’s Trap: Bullying in the Workplace”. Whistleblowers often pay a heavy price for exposing corporate corruption. Late in his career Faas exposed a corrupt executive who retaliated against him. Because of this bullying, Faas’ health deteriorated and he developed post-traumatic stress disorder. “The Bully Trap” provides a comprehensive and provocative insight into the dynamics, impacts and costs of bullying in the workplace, providing advice to the targets, bystanders, bullies and families and friends of those who are targeted.
Kathryn also interview Executive Director Kathryn Kemp Guylay, author of “Mountain Mantras: Wellness and Life Lessons from the Slopes”. Using stories from Guylay’s personal life, “Mountain Mantras” is an engaging, often hilarious backdrop for studying wellness and life lessons. Guylay’s six mantras are lessons that she discovered through the humbling experience of finding success on the slopes.
Kathryn interviews Philadelphia Gay News Founder Mark Segal, author of “And Then I Danced: Traveling the Road to LGBT Equality”. On December 11, 1973 Segal disrupted the live broadcast of the CBS Evening News with Walter Cronkite by sitting on Cronkite’s desk yelling, “Gays protest CBS prejudice!” directly into the camera. This was watched live by 60% of American households, presenting many with their first concept of gay rights. 40 years later, Segal and his fiancé́ danced together at the White House to the Marine Corps band.
Kathryn also interviews retired Navy SEAL Clint Emerson, author of “100 Deadly Skills: The SEAL Operative’s Guide to Eluding Pursuers, Evading Capture, and Surviving Any Dangerous Situation”. This book includes understanding the psychology of survival to prevent tracking, immobilize bad guys, and ultimately make your life significantly safer. Emerson spent 20 years operating globally while attached to SEAL Team Three, NSA and the elite SEAL Team Six.
Kathryn interviews writer and attorney Lara Bazelon, author of the recent New York Times article “From Divorce, a Fractured Beauty”. Bazelon describes her own unique experience of divorce and co-parenting. 'The decision to end a marriage is not about quitting. Divorce, at its best, is a love reborn — birthed from heartache and despair and ultimately, forgiveness — that creates a different kind of family.’ Bazelon's essays have appeared in the New York Times, Slate Magazine, Politico and the Los Angeles Times.
Kathryn also interviews UNC faculty John J.B. Anderson PhD, author of “The Mediterranean Way of Eating: Evidence for Chronic Disease Prevention and Weight Management”. Scientific evidence validates the idea that a plant-based dietary pattern, such as the traditional Mediterranean way of eating, promotes health and plays an important role in risk reduction and prevention of chronic diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and certain cancers.
Kathryn interviews rape victim advocate Monika Korra, author of “Kill the Silence: A Survivor’s Life Reclaimed”. In 2009 college sophomore, track star and Olympic hopeful Korra was grabbed by three men and brutally raped. Korra shares the inspiring combination of mental and physical work that gave her the strength to win her greatest fight yet: the court case against the men who had attacked her. Korra is featured in the award-winning ESPN documentary “Breaking the Silence”. Kathryn also interviews Molly Gill, government affairs counsel for Families Against Mandatory Minimums. Two 16 year old high school students were charged with five counts of sexual exploitation — a felony – after exchanging sexually explicit pictures using cell phones. Gill discusses how sensible state and federal sentencing reform can help lessen taxpayer burden and increase resources to law enforcement and programs that reduce crime and recidivism. Gill appears on CNN, NPR, NBC Nightly News, and CBS Evening News
Kathryn interviews Caron Treatment Centers President and CEO Doug Tieman, author of “Flying Over the Pigpen: Leadership Lessons from Growing Up on a Farm”. Before age 40 Tieman struggled with alcoholism after achieving success as a CEO in the addiction treatment and behavioral healthcare field. In his new memoir Tieman shares the story of how he chose not to follow the expected path of becoming a pig farmer like his father and rose to the top in his chosen career while embracing recovery from his own alcoholism.
Kathryn also interview Harvard Medical School graduate and Fulbright Scholar Vinh Chung MD, author of “Where the Wind Leads: A Refugee Family’s Miraculous Story of Loss, Rescue, and Redemption”. Born in South Vietnam after it fell to the communists in 1975, Dr. Chung and his wealthy family lost everything. This memoir follows Chung and his family on their desperate journey to a miraculous rescue and a new home in the unlikely town of Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Kathryn interviews Theresa Brown RN, author of “The Shift: One Nurse, Twelve Hours, Four Patients’ Lives”. “The Shift” opens our eyes to the intense, frustrating and often joyful profession that is really the heart and soul of any hospital. By sharing her ups and downs during just one shift on the floor of the cancer ward, Brown reveals how nurses advocate for their patients, make dozens of medical decisions, chart their work, interact with doctors and hospital staff and keep their own emotions in check – all in the span of twelve hours. Kathryn also interviews personal trainer and prenatal fitness specialist Noell Yanik. With a new family member in the making, fitness guru Noell Yanik is putting prenatal health and fitness first and sharing her successes with other soon-to-be mothers in need of a helping hand. Yanik uses breath control and posture training paired with yoga moves and weight lifting to instill good habits that are just as addictive as they are healthy for mom and baby
Kathryn interviews cancer survivor Sally Loughridge PhD, author and illustrator of “Daniel and His Starry Night Blanket: A Story of Illness and Sibling Love”. When a child has a critical illness parents must cope with the diagnosis, the treatment and their own emotional responses. Young siblings may feel abandoned amid intense parental attention to a sick sibling. This is the story of a young boy as he is impacted by his sister's cancer journey. Dr. Loughridge is a child psychologist, cancer survivor and artist.
Kathryn also interviews Carol Vallone Mitchell PhD, author of “Breaking Through B*TCH: How Women Can Shatter Stereotypes and Lead Fearlessly”. When a man strongly asserts his point of view, he is hailed as a strong, competent leader. When a woman exhibits the same qualities, she is labeled an overbearing bitch. Dr. Mitchell uses stories from executives at the highest corporate levels to show how women can rise to the top and be outstanding leaders.
Kathryn interviews sociologist Dina Rose PhD, author of “It’s Not About the Broccoli: Three Habits to Teach Your Kids for a Lifetime of Healthy Eating”. After years of research and working with parents, Dr. Rose discovered a powerful truth: when parents focus solely on nutrition, their kids eat poorly. But when families shift their emphasis to behaviors and habits, they promote healthy eating. She uses over fifteen years of experience to give readers tips on how to avoid bad eating habits in early childhood.
Kathryn also interviews psychotherapist Adele Ryan McDowell PhD, author of “Making Peace with Suicide: A Book of Hope, Understanding, and Comfort”. 9/10 is World Suicide Prevention Day, an annual effort to keep this preventable crisis in the public's crosshairs and to ensure everyone knows their individual role in providing support. Dr. McDowell has more than thirty years’ experience helping clients find hope and balance in the face of crisis, trauma and grief.
Kathryn interviews spiritual mentor Barb Schmidt, author of “The Practice: Simple Tools for Managing Stress, Finding Inner Peace, and Uncovering Happiness”. September is National Recovery Month. Schmidt knows firsthand about addiction as she celebrates her 31 years of recovery from Bulimia. The Practice is a culmination of the knowledge and wisdom she gained while battling addiction. Schmidt is a TedX presenter and founder of the community outreach program Peaceful Mind Peaceful World.
Kathryn also interviews four-time #1 New York Times bestselling author Michael F. Roizen MD on his book “YOU: Staying Young – The Owner’s Manual for Looking Good & Feeling Great”. Most people think that by age forty-five, every aspect of our bodies is bound to decline. But the wear and tear associated with aging is not inevitable. Dr. Roizen is the co-founder and originator of the popular RealAge.com website and Chief Medical Consultant to The Dr. Oz Show.
Kathryn interviews Elda M. Dawber LICSW, author of “Wait Until I’m Dead! A Novel of Family Secrets”. Surviving family horror is one thing. Having the courage to reveal it is another. Dawber introduces readers to D.J. Brava, a writer of bestselling romance novels who is now writing a memoir of child abuse and recovery. While the draft manuscript panics her editor, her family's response is to unravel revealing long-held secrets. Dawber is the recipient of the NASW-RI Chapter Lifetime Achievement Award. Kathryn also interviews psychologist Constance L. Vincent PhD, author of “Not Going Gently: A Psychologist Fights Back again Alzheimer’s for Her Mother…and Perhaps Herself”. In this poignant mother-daughter memoir, Dr. Vincent shares her mother's experience living with Alzheimer's as well as her own perspective, both as a psychologist and a potential victim of the disease. She includes specific advice on the newest ideas in nutrition and lifestyle which she follows to prevent Alzheimer's.
Kathryn interviews Travis Hugh Culley, author of “A Comedy & A Tragedy: A Memoir of Learning How to Read and Write”. Growing up Culley faked his way through homework and tests by pretending to know how to read. An audition for an acting program sent Culley on an unlikely path toward literacy, and once his parents separated and his grades fell, he ran away from home turning to writing and words for strength. This powerful memoir is a work of love, of friendship and of confidence in one young scholar’s infinite belief in language.
Kathryn also interviews America’s leading stress expert Pete Sulack PhD, author of “Unhealthy Anonymous: Exposing the Greatest Threat to Your Health and Happiness”. Cardiovascular disease, cancer, dementia, auto-immune deficiencies, autism or any number of other disorders all have their roots in how we respond to stress. “Unhealthy Anonymous” applies Dr. Sulack’s experiences helping over a million patients adapt to and recover from stress.
Kathryn interviews author Fran Shaw PhD on her Amazon #1 bestseller book “Lord Have Murphy: Waking Up in the Spiritual Marketplace”. Dr. Shaw introduces readers to Murphy, a new yogi embarking on a journey of conscious awareness and higher self. With unrelenting humor, this book tells the tale of Murphy giving it a try. Dr. Shaw is a professor at the University of Connecticut at Stamford and an award-winning author.
Kathryn also interviews meQuilibrium Chief Science Office and Co-Creator Andrew Shatte PhD, co-author of “meQuilibrium: 14 Days to Cooler, Calmer, and Happier”. Marrying the whole-person, systemic approach of integrative medicine with the science of resilience and the tenets of positive psychology, Dr. Shatte and his colleagues have created a method that attacks stress on every level. Dr. Shatté is currently a research professor in the College of Medicine at the University of Arizona, a TED presenter and teacher.
Kathryn interviews Oprah’s “Phenomenal Man” and New York Times bestselling author Ron Clark on his book “Move Your Bus: An Extraordinary New Approach to Accelerating Success in Work and Life”. Imagine a company as a bus filled with people who either help or hinder the team’s ability to move it forward. As the boss it is the driver’s job to steer the organization, encourage the workers to keep the 'bus' moving, and sometimes kick off those who aren’t pulling their weight. Clark brings his leadership principles from the classroom to the boardroom to show readers how to “Move Your Bus”.
Kathryn also interviews Liz Loewy, former Chief of the Elder Abuse Unit in the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office. Billions of dollars in life savings are lost each year due to the financial exploitation of older adults. Loewy shares 10 tips for preventing elder financial abuse and reveals the impact it can have on the emotional well-being of aging loved ones.
Kathryn interviews mental health expert Jaime Kulaga PhD, author of “The SuperWoman’s Guide to Super Fulfillment: Step-by-Step Strategies to Create Work-Life Balance”. What woman today doesn’t feel over-worked, over-tired, and pushed to her limit? Dr. Kulaga gives women the tools to begin enjoying life again, to stop struggling and to focus on how to create a lifestyle that works for you instead of against you. Dr. Kulaga is featured on Forbes.com and in Glamour, Self and Prevention magazines.
Kathryn also interviews award-winning Technalink CEO Alka Dhillon, author of “The OM Factor: A Woman’s Spiritual Guide to Leadership – 7 Essential Tools and 7 Key Traits to Cultivate for Your Success and Well-Being”. A first generation Indian American rooted in her practice of medication and yoga with over 19 years in the information technology and consulting industry, Dhillon teaches readers how to cope with stress while striving for success. Dhillon blogs for The Huffington Post.
Kathryn interviews psychiatrist and Chief Medical Officer Nzinga Harrison. Everyone is talking about ghosting, a term used to describe relationships where one person stops all communications with a partner and goes completely silent. It happens in business where clients and vendors totally disappear or among lifelong friends who suddenly disconnect. Dr. Harrison examines the effects of ghosting and why it has become so popular. Dr. Harrison is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.
Kathryn also interviews breast cancer survivor, blogger, and author Amber Farman on her book “Farewell My Loves”. Farman introduces readers to Meredith Mathews during the aftermath of her breast cancer diagnosis. Being the selfless devoted wife and mother she has always strived to be, Mathews devises a plan to start the ball rolling on her impending departure. She believes finding her replacement will help her family heal quicker after she passes from her illness.
Kathryn interviews certified financial planner Cary Carbonaro MBA, author of “The Money Queen’s Guide: For Women Who Want to Build Wealth and Banish Fear”. Carbonaro uses her 25 years of financial expertise to help readers plan for growth and success while avoiding the pitfalls that can derail financial security along the way. Carbonaro is featured on CNBC, The Today Show, and PBS Nightly Business.
Kathryn also interviews Brooklyn Nets team psychiatrist Dr. Johnny Lops, author of “Reinvent Yourself: Essential Tools for a Brooklyn Psychiatrist Who Has Seen It All”. Millions of Americans suffer from depression and anxiety — anxiety disorders alone affect a startling 18 percent of the U.S. population. Much of this is not only treatable, but may be as simple as breaking our habit of negative language. Dr. Lops gives us a no-nonsense way to reverse the negativity, simply by changing what we say, and how we say it.
Kathryn interviews psychologist Dr. Jay Richards about the psychology around the recent NAACP race controversy. Rachel Dolezal, the former President of the Spokane, Washington chapter of the NAACP, has come under fire for misrepresenting her race after her biological parents told reporters that their daughter Rachel is white. Dr. Richards applies his 30 years of clinical experience to uncover the psychology behind Dolezal’s claims.
Kathryn also interviews award-winning journalist Donna Jackson Nakazawa about her book “Childhood Disrupted: How Your Biography Becomes Your Biology, and How You Can Heal”. Scientists can now trace how traumas like physical and verbal abuse, neglect, or other adversities can leave permanent physical “fingerprints” on our brains. Nakazawa unveils the link between adverse childhood experiences and chronic adult illnesses such as heart disease, cancer, and more. Nakazawa is featured in TIME Magazine, USA Today Weekend, and Psychology Today.
Kathryn interviews Tracy Slater, author of “The Good Shufu: Finding Love, Self, and Home on the Far Side of the World”. When she took a short-term job teaching English to businessmen in Japan, Slater had no intention of falling in love. “The Good Shufu” chronicles her leap of faith as she tries to build a life in Japan, undergoing multiple fertility treatments all in a language and culture she can hardly understand. Slater has appeared in The Boston Globe, Boston Magazine, and the New York Times Motherlode blog.
Kathryn also interviews educator Steve Mariotti, author of “An Entrepreneur’s Manifesto”. In 1982 Mariotti left a business career to become a teacher. Frustrated by his rowdy classrooms, Mariotti found he could motivate his students by teaching them how to run a small business. This was his inspiration for bringing entrepreneurship education to low-income youth through the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE).
Kathryn interviews legal expert Norman D. Bates, author of “Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations: Guidelines for Managers and Parents”. Adults come in contact with teens through youth-serving organizations. While this is usually in the context of a positive and nurturing environment, opportunities for sexual abuse can occur. Bates emphasizes the importance of a proactive approach to ending child sexual abuse. Bates is featured in The Wall Street Journal and The NYTimes.
Kathryn also interviews neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki PhD on her book “Healthy Brain, Happy Life: A Personal Program to Activate Your Brain & Do Everything Better”. Dr. Suzuki transforms the way we think about our brain, our health and our personal happiness. Her book is a blend of personal memoir and science narrative that reveals the powerful connection between exercise, learning, memory and cognition. Dr. Suzuki is featured in The Science Network, Martha Stewart Living Radio and CNN Health.
Kathryn interviews neuroscientist Dr. Frances E. Jensen, author of the book “The Teenage Brain: A Neuroscientist’s Survival Guide to Raising Adolescents and Young Adults”. Dr. Jensen discusses how aspects of the teenage brain – from learning and memory to gender differences – are changed once a person experiences a head trauma. Dr. Jensen is Chair of the Department of Neurology at the University of Pennsylvania and was Director of Translational Neuroscience at Harvard Medical School.
Kathryn also interviews breast cancer survivor Stephanie Hosford about her book “Bald, Fat & Crazy: How I Beat Cancer While Pregnant with One Daughter and Adopting Another”. Having a baby is a monumental experience, and so is adopting a child; being diagnosed with cancer comes with its own emotional and physical entanglements. Now, imagine what it would be like to experience all three at once. “Bald, Fat & Crazy” is Hosford’s heartfelt and humorous memoir chronicling her unique circumstances.
Kathryn interviews diet and nutrition expert Lori Shemek PhD, author of “How to Fight FATflammation: A Revolutionary 3-Week Program to Shrink the Body’s Fat Cells for Quick and Lasting Weight Loss”. Dr. Shemek says a successful diet isn't centered on cardio and cutting calories doesn't cut it. Dr. Shemek gives us a radical approach to achieving optimum health—simply by restoring your body's fat cells to their natural state. Dr. Shemek’s work is featured in Shape, FOX News, ABC, and NPR.
Kathryn also interviews New York Times bestselling author Michael Gurian, author of “Lessons of Lifelong Intimacy: Building a Stronger Marriage without Losing Yourself – The 9 Principles of a Balanced and Happy Relationship”. The core principle of Gurian’s system is “intimate separateness,” a counterintuitive yet powerful idea that when partners get too enmeshed in each other’s thoughts and feelings, the relationship will suffer. Gurian is featured in Forbes, Newsweek, and on Good Morning America.
Kathryn interviews Family Systems Institute founder and director Jenny Brown MSW, author of “Growing Yourself Up: How to Bring the Best to All of Life’s Relationships”. It’s in our relationships that we can experience the very best of ourselves and the very worst. Brown teaches us that all of life’s relationships are integral to increasing self-awareness and growing maturity – and it’s not necessarily the comfortable ones that promote personal growth.
Kathryn also interviews stress and resilience expert Eva Selhub MD, author of “Your Health Destiny: How to Unlock Your Natural Ability to Overcome Illness, Feel Better, and Live Longer”. Illness is the body’s way of calling attention to a bigger problem. Aches and pains—whether annoying or debilitating, acute or chronic— mean that something’s out of balance. Harvard Medical School lecturer Dr. Selhub presents a mind-body prescription that will help you prevent disease, bounce back from illness and manage life’s ups and down.
Kathryn interviews journalist Sarah Tomlinson, author of the book “Good Girl: A Memoir”. Told with raw honesty, this father-daughter memoir from Tomlinson recounts her unconventional upbringing as colored by her complicated relationship with her father. Bittersweet, honest, and ultimately redemptive, “Good Girl” takes an insightful look into what happens when the people we love unconditionally are the people who disappoint us the most.
Kathryn interviews psychotherapist Rob Garfield MD, author of “Breaking the Male Code: Unlocking the Power of Friendship”. Traditional notions of masculinity have changed and men are now forced to take on new roles within their families and relationships. Dr. Garfield, named by Philadelphia Magazine as one of the city’s “TOP DOCS”, shows how same-sex friendships can help men confront challenges, build connections, and lead a more fulfilled life.
Kathryn also interviews award-winning novelist Blair London on her latest book “Lure to Death: The Social Media Serial Killer”. Is there any way to prevent cyberbullying? Highlighting the ever-changing tactics of cyberbullies, London’s character “The Social Network Killer” creates a special software that allows him to locate individuals by what they put on various social networking sites. London is the author “Jobs for Angels: Veterans' Nightmare Realities”, “Children Below Us: Child Trafficking” and “Airport Stalking: Jack's Game”.
Kathryn interviews Washington & Jefferson College Distinguished Research Fellow Jonathan Gottschall on his latest book “The Professor in the Cage: Why Men Fight and Why We Like to Watch”. Throughout the last decade, cage fighting and mixed martial arts (MMA) have evolved to the fastest-growing spectator sport in America. The surging popularity is just one example of our insatiable interest not just in violence but in the rituals that keep violence contained. Gottschall argues that taming male violence through ritualized combat has been a hidden key to the success of the human race.
Kathryn also interviews financial expert Meredith Jones, author of “Women of the Street: Why Female Money Managers Generate Higher Returns (And How You Can Too)”. Research reveals that women investors consistently outperform men. Jones argues that better trading behavior, ‘out of the box’ thinking, and a more consistent execution of strategy are some of the keys to women's outperformance.
Kathryn interviews co-founder of ADDO Worldwide Kevin Paul Scott, author of “8 Essential Exchanges: What You Have to Give Up to Go Up”. Many believe that Facebook’s efforts to compete with the latest and greatest social media trends might be pulling the site in too many directions, causing the once-popular networking app to lose its luster. Scott argues that users are becoming frustrated with Facebook for spreading itself too thin, and that Facebook needs to refocus on what it does best.
Kathryn also interviews award-winning teacher and psychologist Kelly McGonigal PhD, author of “The Upside of Stress: Why Stress is Good for You, and How to Get Good at It”. How you think about stress matters, affecting everything from your cardiovascular health to your ability to find meaning in life. Rather than trying to escape, avoid, or reduce stress, embracing stress may be the key to well-being. Dr. McGonigal offers a surprising new view of stress that reveals the benefits of stress.
Kathryn interviews oncologist Kevin P. Ryan MD, author of “When Tumor is the Rumor and Cancer is the Answer: A Comprehensive Text for Newly Diagnosed Cancer Patients and their Families”. Stressing patient autonomy, Dr. Ryan addresses the need for knowledge when receiving the overwhelming news that you may or do have cancer. He covers not just the fear of the diagnosis and certain aspects of the journey of care, but the entire trek from when the tumor is suspected and cancer is diagnosed.
Kathryn also interviews bestselling career author Vicky Oliver on “The Insider’s Guide to Asking Brilliant Questions, Slaying Your Competition, and Winning the Job”. With the economy in rebound mode, there is a burst of new hiring. The U.S. Department of Labor recently reported that 5 million new jobs are on the market. Oliver, who is an expert on personal branding and career development, shares seven tactical ways to nail the interview and beat the competition
Kathryn interviews writer and producer Joel Silberman, author of the LA Times article “Why do we love to watch psychopaths?” The success of HBO’s “The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst” and shows like CSI, Dexter, and The Blacklist prove that audiences everywhere are drawn to the in’s and out’s of manipulation, psychology and murder. But why? Silberman poses this question to actors, authors, producers, and psychologists in the entertainment industry to find out why do we love to watch psychopaths.
Kathryn also interviews peripheral nerve surgeon Dr. Richard Jacoby, author of “Sugar Crush: How to Reduce Inflammation, Reverse Nerve Damage, and Reclaim Good Health”. A diet full of sugar and carbohydrates can be linked to severe, life-threatening diseases such as heart disease, Alzheimer’s, MS, and cancer. In “Sugar Crush”, Dr. Jacoby puts forth the groundbreaking argument that carbohydrates (sugar) + trauma = nerve damage, pain, and dysfunction.
Kathryn interviews George L. King MD, Research Director at Harvard’s Joslin Diabetes Center and author of “The Diabetes Reset: Avoid It. Control It. Even Reverse It.” Imagine controlling, avoiding, or reversing diabetes – that’s what 106 million Americans are searching for. Dr. King busts the media myths that keep Americans from changing their habits, outlining a clear twelve-week implementation plan for taking control over diabetes.
Kathryn also interviews Thelma Reese EdD, former Hooked on Phonics spokesperson and author of “The New Senior Woman: Reinventing the Years Beyond Mid-Life”. Today’s senior women are healthier, better educated, and more active than the women who preceded them. Reese and co-author Barbara Fleisher EdD bring us stories from women in their sixties and beyond that reveal the realities of the challenges faced by retirement-age women. Fleisher and Reese host the popular blog Elder Chicks.
Kathryn interviews parent and autism advocate Carrie Cariello, author of “What Color is Monday? How Autism Changed One Family for the Better”. Through hilarious mishaps, honest insights and heartfelt letters addressed to her children, Cariello shows us how her son Jack’s unique outlook brings his family of seven closer as each family member works to play a special role in Jack’s life. Cariello is a regular contributor to Autism Spectrum News, blogs for the Huffington Post and has appeared on MSNBC.
Kathryn also interviews writer and filmmaker Jake Greene, co-director of the web series “Millennial Parents: A Web Series about the New Generation of Domestication”. When Greene became a father, he was faced with the challenge of being a present parent while staying current in popular culture. His weekly web series Millennial Parents, co-created with writer Natalie Irby, is inspired by Greene’s life as a defenseless new father with two boys under the age of three.
Kathryn interviews magazine and book editor George Hodgman, author of the memoir “Bettyville”. When Hodgman leaves Manhattan for his Missouri hometown to care for his aging mother, he expects to only be away for a few weeks. But he finds himself in a head-on collision with his aging mother, Betty, who refuses to move to assisted living. Hodgman has one big secret from Betty—who he is, and why things unfolded the way they did.
Kathryn also interview weight-loss coach Margaret Marshall, author of “Body, Mind, & Mouth: Life’s Eating Connection”. There can be a daily disconnect regarding one's body, mind, and mouth, very often lasting for years. Founder of the Why Weight coaching method, Marshall draws insights and lessons from her clients' lives, along with her own experiences, to illustrate how our minds affect our mouths, how our mouths affect our bodies, and how a shift in thought can benefit our health and wellness.
Kathryn interviews licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Stephen Hupp on his book “Great Myths of Child Development”. Co-authors Dr. Stephen Hupp and Dr. Jeremy Jewell shatter the top myths that most parents believe about time-outs, childhood vaccines, breast feeding, bed sharing and more. Hupp and Jewell draw on examples from a variety of contemporary TV shows and feature films to illustrate the mixed messages about healthy child development presented in the media.
Kathryn also interviews Hemp Industries Association Founder Chris Boucher on the topic “Introducing a Cannabis Conversation about the Legal Marijuana Industry”. What exactly is medical marijuana? Is it the same as recreational marijuana? Is marijuana the same as cannabis? Vice President of Product Development at CannaVest Chris Boucher gives us a little Cannabis 101 to discuss the issues of legalization and the benefits that legal cannabis and hemp products can have on our physical and mental health.
Kathryn interviews LGBTQI activist Joe Wenke, author of “The Human Agenda: Conversations about Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity”. Despite the progress in the movement toward marriage equality, the LGBTQI community continues to face difficult and heartbreaking odds. Wenke interviewed the LGBTQI's leading change agents from authors and advocates to fashion models and sheriffs. “The Human Agenda” is Wenke's collection of interviews about growing up, coming out, finding your identity, and so much more.
Kathryn also interviews Rachel Blythe Kodanaz, author of “Grief in the Workplace: A Comprehensive Guide to Being Prepared”. Overcoming her own adversity following the sudden death of her husband, leaving her with a two-year-old daughter and her experience in the management of large corporations. “Grief in the Workplace” offers a wealth of knowledge and experience to support those who have experienced a death at work.
Kathryn interviews marriage and family therapist Dr. Karyl McBride on her book Will I Ever Be Free of You? How to Navigate a High-Conflict Divorce from a Narcissist and Heal Your Family. Are you in love with a narcissist? When seen in day to day life, narcissism is a scary, life-altering and detrimental disorder. With more than three decades of experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist, bestselling author Dr. Karyl McBride guides you through the emotional fallout and challenges of being married to and divorcing a narcissist. She has had extensive clinical experience in the fields of trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence, divorce and marital and family therapy. For the past twenty years Dr. McBride has been involved in private research concerning the topic of narcissism and its debilitating effects on relationships.
Kathryn interviews debt therapist and attorney Leslie Tayne, author of “Life & Debt: A Fresh Approach to Achieving Financial Wellness”. When it comes to financial infidelity, Tayne has seen it all — borrowing from a 401(k) without a spouse’s knowledge, spending money in secret, or lending money to friends without telling a significant other. Tayne is a consumer and business debt-related attorney and advisor and founder of Tayne Law Group, P.C., Kathryn also interviews palliative care physician Dr. Jessica Nutik Zitter, author of the New York Times blog post “When ‘Doing Everything’ Is Way Too Much”. Dr. Zitter introduces the readers to Vincent, a patient whom she treated ten years ago who still influences her work today. Dr. Zitter explains how 'cookie cutter' advance medical directives, like the one Vincent signed, do not accurately portray what the final days of life may look like when any and every possible medical procedure is performed.
Kathryn interviews attorney Nikki D. Pope and chef Courtney B. Lance, authors of “Pruno, Ramen, and a Side of Hope: Stories of Surviving Wrongful Convictions”. If you were given a prison sentence of 25 to life for a crime you didn’t commit, what would give you hope that you would someday be exonerated? These are the questions that authors Pope and Lance asked victims of wrongful convictions; innocent men and women who eventually proved their innocence and were released from prison.
Kathryn also interviews lawyer Lisa Green, author of “On Your Case: A Comprehensive, Compassionate (and Only Slightly Bossy) Legal Guide for Every Stage of a Woman’s Life”. Green fills a long-standing gap in women's bookshelves with a thorough, compelling and hilarious guide to the range of legal issues women can expect to confront throughout their busy lives. Green was a reporter and columnist for The National Law Journal and is currently an on-air legal analyst appearing on NBC News and MSNBC.
Kathryn interviews Harvard Medical School Researcher and Physician Angelo E. Volandes MD, author of “The Conversation: A Revolutionary Plan for End-of-Life Care”. Dr. Volandes has witnessed far too often the unnecessary suffering patients and their families face when confronted with difficult end-of-life decisions. The solution is the most effective, powerful, and empathetic tool a doctor can offer: The Conversation.
Kathryn also interviews plastic surgeon Lyle Back, MD, FACS, author of the blog post “10 Shades of Grey: Secrets Most Plastic Surgeons Will Never Reveal”. Plastic surgeons are typically the best dressed, have the most effervescent personalities, the perkiest nurses, and offices ripped from the pages of Architectural Digest. But what lies beneath the perfect facade? Are there trade secrets these plastic surgeons don’t dare even whisper among their colleagues? Dr. Back identifies his “10 Shades of Grey” secrets about plastic surgery that you wish you knew.
Kathryn interviews nine-time Emmy award-winning writer, director, and producer John Marshall, author of “Wide-Open World: How Volunteering Around the Globe Changed One Family’s Lives Forever”. In 2010 John Marshall needed a change. He was feeling disconnected from his wife and his two teenage kids were lost in cyberspace. In an effort to pull his family back together, Marshall proposed they take a six month trip around the world, not the sightseeing-hotel-restaurant kind of trip, but a volunteer adventure working with service organizations in all kinds of interesting projects. They spent time at an animal sanctuary in the rainforest of Costa Rica, labored on organic farms in New Zealand, taught English in rural Thailand, fell in love with orphans in India and worked alongside a Buddhist monk high in the Himalayas. Marshall shares his family's journey in Wide-Open World and, as he discovered, he and his family did not change the world: the world changed them.
Kathryn interviews Harvard Medical School professor Anne Fishel PhD, author of “Home for Dinner: Mixing Food, Fun, and Conversation for a Happier Family and Healthier Kids”. If we could lower rates of obesity, break the cycle of alcoholism, and decrease the incidence of teen pregnancy, shouldn't we try it? Fishel shares hard numbers to prove that eating dinner as a family does all those things and more - it's good for the health, brain, and spirit of all family members.
Kathryn also interviews Wall Street tech leader Caroline Arnold, author of “Small Move, Big Change: Using Microresolutions to Transform Your Life Permanently”. 90 percent of individuals that make New Year's resolutions will fail to keep them. Noticing this trend, Arnold started her year of behaving differently and made microresolutions that target specific behaviors to meet more precise and obtainable goals. Her creative insight has helped to make her one of the leading innovators on Wall Street.
Kathryn interviews Dr. Natalie Strand, author of “A Women’s Guide to Diabetes: A Path to Wellness”. Dr. Strand provides a personal perspective to a number of challenging issues, including mental and physical wellness, sexuality, and relationships. Strand's chapter on traveling with diabetes is packed with tips she learned before she embarked on her 32,000-mile journey to become a part of the first female team to win CBS's The Amazing Race. Dr. Nat has been living with diabetes for over 23 years.
Kathryn also interviews social worker and teen advocate Mendi Baron ACSW, CGHA on the topics of teens and mental health. The death of a young person by suicide is always a tragedy, leaving parents and society asking how could it have been prevented? Based on his experience as CEO of Evolve Treatment Centers, Baron provides tips to identify whether or not your child is the victim of bullying.
Kathryn interviews attorney and educational consultant Frederick S. Lane, author of “Cybertraps for Educators”. Today's highly connected age brings with it a whole new set of challenges and concerns, each posing significant legal risk for educators. Teachers can all too easily find themselves establishing questionable connections with students, some of which can have disastrous effects on their career and their personal lives. To help educators understand and avoid the cybertraps they face, author, attorney, and educational consultant Frederick S. Lane explores these compelling issues by presenting case studies, thoughts and opinions that can provide much needed clarity for educators, parents, and policy makers. Lane is a former computer forensics expert and has appeared on Nightline, 60 Minutes, and The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.
Kathryn interviews clinical and sports psychologist Joan Steidinger PhD, author of “Sisterhood in Sports: How Female Athletes Collaborate and Compete”. The book's research and in depth interviews reveal how unique female strengths impact performance and relationships on and off the playing field. Dr. Steidinger is a Certified Consultant through the Association of Applied Sports Psychology and on the United States Olympic Committee's Sport Psychology Registry.
Kathryn also interview former FBI special agent Jack Schafer PhD, author of “The Like Switch: An Ex-FBI Agent’s Guide to Influencing, Attracting, and Winning People Over”. Dr. Schafer has evolved his proven-on-the-battlefield tactics for the day-to-day, but no less critical battle of getting people to like you. Learn how to improve your LQ (Likeability Quotient), spot the lie both in person and online, master nonverbal cues that influence how people perceive you, and turn up or turn down the intensity of a relationship.
Kathryn interviews resiliency expert Jenny Evans, author of “The Resiliency rEvolution: Your Stress Solution for Life, 60 Seconds at a Time”. Everyone who works is under enormous pressure almost daily. We’re continually asked to do more with less and we’re never truly “off duty.” Evans helps people become resilient to stress so they can achieve and sustain high performance at work. Evans is founder and CEO of PowerHouse Performance and has worked with executives from AT&T, Estee Lauder, Comcast, Procter & Gamble, and many more.
Kathryn also interviews Adoption Exchange Association CEO Rachel Pratt. With more than 102,000 children waiting for adoption from the foster care system in the US, a new issue is being brought to the forefront—the importance of keeping siblings together. Combining her 12+ years at the Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) in New York City with her current role, Pratt’s leadership has led to the adoption of more than 11,000 children through AdoptUsKids.
Kathryn interviews SeriousFun Children’s Network’s Clea Newman on how she has made giving back a lifelong family tradition. As the daughter of one of the most philanthropic and famed couples, Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward, Newman learned from a young age that giving back is a way of life. Founded by Paul Newman in 1988, SeriousFun Children’s Network has served more than 518,000 children and families from more than 50 countries through 30 camps and programs serving children with serious illnesses and their families. brbr Kathryn also interviews award-winning Founder and CEO Jane Mosbacher Morris on her company “TO THE MARKET”. TO THE MARKET curates survivor-made goods and stories from around the world in the belief that resilience is more powerful than suffering. TO THE MARKET is a social enterprise focused on the promotion of goods made by and stories told by survivors of conflict, abuse, and disease.
Kathryn interviews Championship-winning soccer star Robbie Rogers on his book “Coming Out to Play”. In February 2013, when Rogers came out as gay via a letter that he posted online, he made sports history. After having kept his sexuality a secret for 25 years, he became the first openly gay man to compete in a major North American professional sports league. Rogers shares the story of the turbulent years leading up to that landmark decision, and the profound ways in which his life changed. brbr Kathryn interviews bestselling author and political commentator Frank Schaeffer on his book “Why I’m an Atheist Who Believes in God: How to Give Love, Create Beauty and Find Peace”. Are God and science at war? Somewhere between ultra-right wing fundamentalists and the New Atheists are millions of Americans trying to find the balanced middle ground between rational science and deep spirituality. Schaeffer has appeared on Oprah, Fresh Air with Terry Gross, the Today Show, and Rachel Maddow.
Kathryn interviews psychologist Sherrie Campbell PhD, author of “Loving Yourself: The Mastery of Being Your Own Person”. Many of us are emotionally out of control, lacking presence of mind, allowing life to take us on an emotional roller coaster where we feel crazy and at the mercy of our life situations, people, and emotions. With over two decades of clinical training and counseling experience, Campbell helps readers develop an “inner elegance” to manage their highest high and survive their lowest low.
Kathryn also interview leadership expert Paul Smith, author of “Parenting with a Story: Real-Life Lessons in Character for Parents and Children to Share”. Drawn from Smith’s yearlong process of interviewing people from all over the world, Parenting with a Story presents a story collection organized with a purpose. Chapter by chapter, real-life stories reinforce 23 character traits vital for children to grow into responsible, successful caring adults.
Kathryn interviews behavior research scientist Rachel Pruchno PhD on her memoir “Surrounded by Madness: A Memoir of Mental Illness and Family Secrets”. Mental illness is the most prevalent of all diseases suffered in the United States. According to NIH estimates, approximately 78 million Americans - about one in four - battle a diagnosable mental illness each year. In her fiercely candid memoir, Dr. Pruchno shows how mental illness threatened to destroy her own family, not once but twice. brbr Kathryn also interviews bestselling author Jennifer S. Holland on her book “Unlikely Heroes: 37 Inspiring Stories of Courage and Heart from the Animal Kingdom”. Holland’s devotion to all species sent her on a journey to discover everything she could about the animal world. During her research she found a common thread: animal heroes act not for recognition or fame, but for kindness, loyalty and love. Holland has written for National Geographic, The Discovery Channel, NPR, and The Washington Post.
Kathryn interviews The Human Behavior Coach Beverly Flaxington, author of “Self-Talk for a Calmer You”. Flaxington lays out detailed step-by-step approaches with powerful positive exercises designed for those who have experienced great personal losses and who wish to use positive self-talk to move past their grieving and seek out new relationships. Flaxington is a two-time bestselling and gold-award winning author whose work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, MSNBC.com, Reader's Digest and USA Today. brbr Kathryn also interviews former neuroscientist turned freelance writer Tricia Bliven-Chasinoff, author of “Easy to Love by Hard to Live With: Real People, Invisible Disabilities, True Stories”. Using her own experience as a neuroscientist, writer and parent of a child with Asperger's Syndrome, Bliven-Chasinoff collects 35 powerful essays from, adults and those who love them, who suffer with autism, mental illness OCD, ADHD, and other 'invisible disabilities'.
Kathryn interviews nutritionist Talia Fuhrman, author of “Love Your Body: Eat Smart, Get Healthy, Find Your Ideal Weight, and Feel Beautiful Inside and Out”. As the daughter of doctor and bestselling author Joel Fuhrman, Fuhrman still struggled with self-confidence and body image issues. Having found the tools to surmount those challenges, Fuhrman shares her journey and advice for how other young women can find their ideal weight, prevent disease, gain confidence and enjoy strong friendships.
Kathryn also interviews psychologist Noelle C. Nelson PhD, author of “Got a Bad Boss? That Boss to Get What You Want at Work”. Got A Bad Boss? is for the legions of unhappy employees who have a Bad Boss - those bosses who inflict misery and abuse on too many employees who aren't in a position to quit. Dr. Nelson shows you how to work your Bad Boss to your advantage with strategies and techniques particular to each type of Bad Boss given your Employee Type
Kathryn interviews Meg Blackburn Losey PhD, bestselling author of “The Children of Now…EVOLUTION: How We Can Support the Fast-Forward Evolution of Our Children and All of Humanity”. For the past few years, a new kind of highly intelligent, sensory-expanded children have been misdiagnosed as overactive, depressed, autistic, ADD, ADHD, bipolar and having Asperger's Syndrome. Losey offers concrete information for parents, schools, and others to understand what these kids need and how to help them function and flourish. brbr Kathryn also interviews gay rights activist Steve Siebold, author of “Sex, Politics, Religion: How Delusional Thinking is Destroying America”. Recently Apple CEO Tim Cook announced that he is a proud gay man. Gay rights activist Steve Siebold says that Cook clearly didn't have to do this. After all, Cook is extremely successful, wealthy and content. But by doing so, he has the potential to save lives; reducing suicide and bullying rates in the gay community.
Kathryn interviews coach, entrepreneur and speaker Lara Galloway, author of “Moms Mean Business: A Guide to Creating a Successful Company and Happy Life as a Mom Entrepreneur”. American women are starting businesses at a rate of twice that of men. Most of these women are also moms. What does it take to be successful as both a mom and as an entrepreneur? Galloway gives existing and potential mom business owners the encouragement, advice, and healthy dose of “how-to” they need. brbr Kathryn also interviews Emory University psychologist Dr. Jennice Vilhauer, author of “Think Forward to Thrive: How to Use the Mind’s Power of Anticipation to Transcend Your Past and Transform Your Life”. Dr. Vilhauer has pioneered Future Directed Therapy (FDT), an acclaimed new paradigm shift in the field of psychology, which has historically focused on the past as a way to help people overcome emotional problems. Dr. Vilhauer is the Director of the Outpatient Psychotherapy Program at the Emory Clinic.
Kathryn interviews sexuality educator Al Vernacchio, author of “For Goodness Sex: Changing the Way We Talk to Teens About Sexuality, Values, and Health”. Your kids know more about sex than you think they do. In For Goodness Sex, Vernacchio refutes the disaster prevention model of sex education, offering instead a progressive and realistic approach. Vernacchio who authors the Psychology Today blog For Goodness Sex is a TED speaker who has been featured in the NY Times.
Kathryn also interviews Dr. Gloria Walther, found of The California Walther School and author of “Eye to Eye: The Handbook on Lovingly and Successfully Parenting Your Three-to-Five Year Old Child – The Handbook that Didn’t Come with Them”. Based on Dr. Walther's own teaching experiences, Eye to Eye teaches parents how to be the happy and loving parents they truly want to be. Dr. Walther received her doctorate from USC and has been using her expertise to train preschool teachers and directors for 17 years
Kathryn interviews writer, speaker and blogger Suzanne Falter, author of Surrendering to Joy: My Year of Love, Letting Go and Forgiveness. For Suzanne Falter, 2012 was a year filled with one heartbreaking situation after another. It began with the divorce of her 25-year marriage, followed by the end of a relationship she’d just given up her home for. A successful business also closed at the same time. One month later, her 22-year-old daughter suddenly died, followed six months later by her mother. Suzanne was left with nothing except a small storage unit, a few suitcases, her car and enough money to live comfortably for a while. And the awareness that life had just fallen apart for a reason.
Thus began her exploration of one central question: How do you become happy again once you truly lose everything? Felter’s work has been featured in The New York Times, Woman’s Day, The Wall Street Journal, and SELF.
Kathryn interviews professor emeritus at Duke University School of Medicine Allen Frances MD, author of “Saving Normal: An Insider Revolts Against Out-of-Control Psychiatric Diagnosis, DSM-5, Big Pharma, and the Medicalization of Ordinary Life”. Frances was the chairperson of the DSM 4 Task Force and part of the leadership group for DSM 3 and DSM 3 (Revised). But with the newly published DSM-5, Frances finds himself the leading critic of the revision and is on a passionate quest to save what is “normal.”
Kathryn also interviews award-winning journalist Gail Sheehy, author of “Daring: My Passages”. Sheehy is the author of the New York Times bestseller Passages, one of the ten most influential books of our time. Sheehy blaxed a trail in a man's world, taking on assignments when she had no experience. She invented psychological character portraits of national and world leaders, writing about the Clintons, both Bushes, Margaret Thatcher, Saddam Hussein and more.
Kathryn interviews award-winning investigative reporter Greg O’Brien, author of “On Pluto: Inside the Mind of Alzheimer’s”. Without a cure, Alzheimer’s is expected to exceed heart disease and cancer as the leading cause of death in the next 15 years. Diagnosed at 59 with Early-Onset Alzheimer’s, O’Brien has written an illuminating, naked and honest account of living with the disease, not dying with it. In his memoir, On Pluto he speaks candidly about what it’s like to lose your mind and to see slices of your identity slipping away. brbr Kathryn also interviews Alex Zaphiris MD, MS, creator of RecoverySuperstar.com. Drug overdoses have tripled in the U.S. over the past three. The new face of heroin addiction is young, white and suburban with 75% of users saying they first started not with heroin but with prescription opioids like OxyContin. Dr. Zaphiris specializes in opiate recovery and uses a neuroscience approach to working with drug addicts through her program Recovery Superstar.
Kathryn interviews UCLA School of Medicine professor Daniel J. Siegel MD, author of “No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind”. The pioneering experts behind the bestselling “Whole-Brain Child” will challenge your notion of what discipline is, its practicality when it comes to child rearing, and how we can best implement it going forward. Daniel J. Siegel M.D. is the founding co-director of the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center.
Kathryn also interviews Stephen Fife, author of “The 13th Boy: A Memoir of Education and Abuse”. When parents send their children to school, they are trusting teachers and administrators with their most precious treasure. Sad to say that trust is betrayed all too often, even by elite and very expensive private schools. In “The 13th Boy” Fife has written a compelling, soul-baring narrative of his experience of education and abuse at the prestigious Horace Mann School in New York City.
Kathryn interviews attorney Angie Hallier, author of “The Wiser Divorce: Positive Solutions for Your Next Best Life”. Based on Hallier’s many years of experience as an attorney working in family law, The Wiser Divorce is about realistic strategies and positive solutions that can heal a broken family, help you uncover hidden talents and interests, and grow as an individual. Hallier is the founder and managing partner of Hallier & Lawrence PLC, ranked the #1 family law firm in Arizona.
Kathryn also interviews Randy Susan Meyers, author of “Accidents of Marriage”. Her latest page turner brings the readers into the ups and downs of the Illica family. For Madeline, the love of her husband Ben was her greatest blessing and biggest curse. When a car accident leaves Maddy in intensive care the rest of the family is forced to face the emotional abuse that has lived among them for years. Meyers is a frequent contributor to The Huffington Post.
Kathryn interviews practicing general surgeon Dr. Paul Ruggieri, author of “The Cost of Cutting: A Surgeon Reveals the Truth Behind a Multibillion Dollar Industry”. Joan Rivers’ tragic death raises serious question about how, when and where elderly patients receive medical treatment. The Cost of Cutting takes an unflinching look at tough truths and offers practical insights about reducing the cost of surgery, restructuring the way we pay for health care and improving health outcomes for all patients.
Kathryn also interviews founder of TimeFinder Mitzi Weinman, author of “It’s About Time! From Chaos to Calm, A to Z”. “The myth of time management is that time can actually be managed.” says Weinman. TimeFinder offers practical approaches to personal productivity. Since 1989, TimeFinder’s programs have provided ongoing support and professional and personal development to hundreds of companies, including New Balance, Reebok, Boston Symphony Orchestra and Pearson Education.
Kathryn interviews award-winning science writer Elizabeth Svoboda, author of “What Makes a Hero? The Surprising Science of Selflessness”. Are those who take it upon themselves to tackle a mad gunman, or stare down a bully by acting selflessly, different from the rest of us? Svoboda travelled the country consulting with top biologists and neuroscientists, to find the answers to “what makes a hero?” She has written for The New York Times, Psychology Today, Popular Science and Wired.
Kathryn also interviews educator and mother Liza Long, author of “The Price of Silence: A Mom’s Perspective on Mental Illness”. Long is the mother of a child who has bipolar disorder. When she heard about the Newtown shooting, her first thought was, “What if my son does that someday?” In “The Price of Silence” Long takes a devastating look at how we address mental illness through a system of education, mental healthcare, and juvenile detention that leads far too often to prison.
Kathryn interviews LIVESTRONG.com weight loss blogger Rachel L. Pires, author of “Diet Enlightenment: The Real Secret to Weight Loss”. Those who have adapted Pires’ program — including her father, a Neuropsychologist at Weill-Cornell Medical College — have been able to lose and maintain their desired weight with ease. Pires, a Boston University graduate, is a weight loss advisor, a dancer, a 2nd degree black belt, and an advanced certified scuba diver.
Kathryn also interviews University of Pennsylvania Professor Dr. David Casarett, author of “Shocked: Adventures in Bringing Back the Recently Dead”. Dr. Casarett was inspired by the story of a two-year-old girl who fell into a creek and was underwater for over an hour. After three hours of persistent work, a team of doctors were able to bring her back. Dr. Casarett chronicles his exploration of the cutting edge of resuscitation and reveals just how far science has come in trying to bring the recently dead back to life.
Kathryn interviews bestselling author Stephen Arterburn on his latest book, Worthy of Her Trust: What You Need to Do to Rebuild Sexual Integrity and Win Her Back. This book is for men who want to save their marriage following the aftermath of their pornography or sex addiction revelation. Arterburn has been featured on Oprah, Good Morning America, and in The New York Times.
Kathryn also interviews co-founder David Flink, author of Thinking Differently: An Inspiring Guide for Parents of Children with Learning Disabilities. At age nine Flink was diagnosed with dyslexia and ADHD. Although his parents and teachers told him he would be able to go to college, he would have found that message more believable if it had come from a person with a learning difference. While still a student at Brown University, Flink co-founded Eye to Eye, the only national mentoring movement empowering young people with LD by providing them with a mentor who shares their experience.
Kathryn interviews bestselling career author Vicky Oliver on her latest book “7 Ways to Become a People Person”. A recent study of 20,000 new hires found that nearly half of them (46 percent) failed within 18 months--and it wasn't because they lacked work skills. 89% of the time it was for attitudinal reasons: inability to be coachable and get along with others. Oliver is the author of five bestselling books on personal branding, etiquette, and career development.
Kathryn also interviews nutritionist Dr. Keith Kantor, author of “The Green Box League of Nutritious Justice”. With the next school year just around the corner, parents are starting to plan for their children's future - starting with what their kids will eat for lunch every day. To help parents and kids together plan for healthy lunches, leading nutritionist Dr. Kantor created the award-winning book The Green Box League of Nutritious Justice. Dr. Kantor has been an advocate of natural food and healthy living for 27 years.
Kathryn interviews award-winning educator Kim Bearden, author of “Crash Course: The Life Lessons My Students Taught Me”. Bearden co-founded the Ron Clark Academy (RCA), an internationally-acclaimed middle school and educator training facility in Southeast Atlanta, which Oprah has called The Best School in America. In Crash Course Bearden shares the tools she uses to connect with students in a way that motivates and inspires as she reflects on key moments in her personal and professional life.
Kathryn also interviews retired Colonel Dr. Les Stein, author of “Education Disrupted: Strategies for Saving Our Failing Schools”. Failing schools have become the latest academic cottage industry, and they serve as lightning rods for the controversy that continues to surround the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001. Dr. Stein's new book is a hands-on practical guide for instructional and institutional leaders on how to make a real difference in the success of our nation's schools.
Kathryn interviews life transition coach Sheri L. Samotin, author of “Facing the Finish: A Road Map for Aging Parents and Adult Children. Dealing with crisis is far more stressful than planning ahead, and “Facing the Finish” gives clear guidance to making a plan that works. Sheri Samotin is the founder of LifeBridge Solutions LLC and has worked with hundreds of families to deal with the challenges of aging.
Kathryn also interviews Forbes Magazine’s “Ones to Watch” Katherine Lorenz on next generation philanthropy. Lorenz learned about philanthropy firsthand from her grandfather George P. Mitchell, an American philanthropist credited with pioneering the economic extraction of shale gas. She's been featured by The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, The Houston Chronicle, Reuters, The Washington Post, and the Chronicle of Philanthropy.
Kathryn interviews award-winning psychotherapist Jude Bijou MA MFT, author of “Attitude Reconstruction: A Blueprint for Building a Better Life”. Bijou says we can't control which fearful, fretful, and anxious thoughts pop into our brain. But we can control how we respond to those thoughts. Her theory of Attitude Reconstruction® evolved over the course of more than 30 years as a licensed marriage and family therapist. Bijou's work has been referenced in USA Today, Fox News and Huff Post Parents.
Kathryn also interviews blogger Holly Brown MFT, author of “Don’t Try to Find Me”. Drawing on her experience as a marriage and family therapist, Brown introduces readers to the next heart-pounding thriller of the summer. When a fourteen-year-old runs away, her parents turn to social media to find her - launching a public campaign that will expose their darkest secrets and change their family forever. Brown’s blog Bonding Time is featured on Psychcentral.com.
Kathryn interviews Beverly Delich, author of “Come Fly With Me: Michael Buble’s Rise to Stardom”. Michael Bublé just kicked off his Summer 2014. From the very beginning, deep inside his heart and soul, Michael wanted the brass ring and nothing less, says Delich. Even facing adversity, his desire for a major label and a major management company were the objectives. Come Fly With Me reveals Delich's true behind-the-scenes story of the raw beginnings of Bublé's struggles and the stepping-stones that led to his ascent to the top.
Kathryn also interviews Guy Gilchrist, illustrator of the “Nancy & Sluggo” cartoons. Why is nostalgia so big in America? Speaking from firsthand insight is Guy Gilchrist, cartoonist of the iconic, American comic Nancy for the past 20 years. Throughout the years, Gilchrist has set his hand to such notable cartoons as Looney Tunes, Tom & Jerry, Fraggle Rock and The Pink Panther (to name a few), and was the co-creator of Muppet Babies.
Kathryn interviews psychiatrist David M. Allen MD, author of “How Dysfunctional Families Spur Mental Disorders: A Balanced Approach to Resolve Problems and Reconcile Relationships”. Millions of Americans have psychological issues or are affected by those of their family members, ranging from anxiety and bipolar disorder to mood and personality disorders. Dr. Allen examines the role of dysfunctional family interactions in the genesis and maintenance of certain behavioral problems. Kathryn also interviews weight-loss coach and emotional eating expert Linda Spangle RN MA, author of “Friends with the Scale: How to Turn Your Scale into a Powerful Weight-loss Tool”. Spangle believes that when it's used the right way, the scale can become your biggest ally in weight-loss. Based on stories and examples along with scientific data, this book helps you discover the weight-loss power that lies within your scale when you simply make it your friend.
Kathryn interviews leading relationship counselor George Moufarrej, author of “Sexual Euphoria: A Complete Guide for Men and Women”. Kathryn also interviews Crystal Walker and Phoebe Thompson, co-bloggers and co-authors of “Desperate in D.C.: Money, Marriage, and Manners in Washington D.C.”.
Kathryn interviews cardiologist Dr. Barry Silverman, author of “Your Doctors’ Manners Matters: Better Health Through Civility in the Doctor’s Office and in the Hospital”. Today doctors come across as rude and arrogant with little or no time for patients. “Your Doctors' Manners Matter” will assist you in identifying physicians and other medical professionals practicing medicine in a way that exhibits compassion, empathy, and respect for the dignity of their patients.
Kathryn also interviews Lindsay Stanton, founder of Digi-Me. Digi-Me makes it easier to connect the student, job-seeker, and employer. Digi-Me creates short simple videos for the employers, explaining what the job entails and gives a behind the scenes look at the company doing the hiring. If a student is searching for a job, the technology will track the student's search terms and send matching video job descriptions right to their social media page on Facebook Twitter, LinkedIn – the jobs find them.
Kathryn interviews award-winning journalist Ann Dowsett Johnston, author of “DRINK: The Intimate Relationship Between Women and Alcohol”. Named one of Washington Post's best books of 2013, DRINK takes aim at an alarming epidemic: the worrisome rise in binge drinking and alcohol abuse among girls and women. Dowsett Johnston reveals how dangerous levels of female drinking are on the upswing, precipitated in part by an unmitigated push by the alcohol industry to woo women drinkers from an early age.
Kathryn also interviews freelance writer Lisa A. Mazzeo LCSW, author of “Who Can Catch the Moon? Heartfelt, Humorous and Compelling Stories of Resiliency in Society’s Most Vulnerable Children”. Mazzeo takes readers on a journey inside the system showing us the outcomes of youth that leave foster care without a family. Mazzeo has held numerous leadership positions in state and non-profit agencies serving vulnerable populations.
Kathryn interviews professional speaker Gabriella van Rij, author of “With All My Might”. Combating childhood tormenting, intolerance, and cyberbullying, van Rij travels nationwide speaking at schools, lecturing and conducting seminars as part of a National Kindness Campaign. Van Rij, who was tormented as a child because of being physically different from her peers, says we have dropped the ball on human kindness. Van Rij is a radio host who has appeared on Dr. Phil, NBC and FOX News.
Kathryn also interview international expert on money and entrepreneurship Sharon Lechter, author of “Think and Grow Rich for Women”. Lechter has gathered together a masterful collection of wisdom from the world's most innovative and successful females, including Oprah Winfrey, Wangari Maathai, and Katharine Graham. Think and Grow Rich for Women is not simply a book about how women can achieve wealth but how they can use it to generate positive impact in the world.
Kathryn interviews activist and Obama staffer John Hope Bryant, author of How the Poor Can Save Capitalism. When Bryant looks at America's poor and struggling middle class he sees opportunity. He sees millions who are eager to turn our economy around but right now lack the financial education and opportunities to do so. He is the founder, chairman and CEO of Operation HOPE, a non-profit banker that provides financial dignity for all. Bryant has held positions in both the Obama and Bush administrations.
Kathryn also interviews NYT bestselling author and philanthropist Steve Berry, author of “The Lincoln Myth”. Berry has over 15 million books in print in over 50 countries around the world. He is a philanthropist who has used his love for writing and history to start his non-profit 'History Matters' which helps raise funds for a wide variety of historic preservation projects around the country. His non-profit has been featured in the Wall Street Journal and the Washington Post.
Kathryn interviews leadership expert Deborrah Himsel, author of “Beauty Queen: Inside the Reign of AVON’s Andrea Jung”. Himsel worked alongside Jung as a vice president at Avon. In her new book Himsel reveals what Jung did right and wrong, based on her analysis of Jung's early successes and subsequent missteps that led to her downfall. Himsel is a leadership consultant with Fortune 500 companies including ExxonMobil, Bain, Citigroup and Walmart.
Kathryn also interviews Richard Greenberg, author of “Raising Children that Other People Like to Be Around”. The parenting process is designed to succeed, yet millions of parents wonder if they're doing things 'right'. Greenberg offers insights, ideas and advice on how to raise children that are pleasant, happy and well rounded. After more than 30 years working in the entertainment industry as an editor and writer/producer, Greenberg has used his experience raising four children to write his first book.
Kathryn interviews Kate Payne, author of “The Hip Girls’ Guide to the Kitchen”. Revealing both the health and environmental benefits of cooking with fresh whole ingredients, Payne challenges readers to ditch the take-out menus, providing advice on basic cooking methods and more advanced techniques. Kate's advice has been featured in The New York Post and USA Today and is a frequent contributor to AOL's Kitchen Daily.
Kathryn also interviews former White House correspondent Pete Seat, author of “The War on Millennials: Airing Grievances & Offering Solutions Through the Eyes of America’s Next Generation of Leaders”. From massive national debt to unsustainable entitlement programs and souring international relations, Millennials are set to inherit an increasingly raw deal. Seat is former spokesman for President George W. Bush, U.S. Senator Dan Coats and The Indiana Republican Party. He has been featured on FOX News, MSNBC and in Politico.
Kathryn interviews Chicken Soup for the Soul Publisher and Editor-in-Chief Amy Newmark, author of “Chicken Soup for the Soul: Living with Alzheimer’s & Other Dementias”. Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia affect millions of people, and this book is especially for caregivers. This collection - a collaboration with the Alzheimer's Association - offers helpful advice, expert tips, and emotional support for families and caregivers of those living with Alzheimer's.
Kathryn also interviews Jowita Bydlowska, author of “Drunk Mom”. After the birth of her son, Bydlowska found herself celebrating with a glass of champagne. Just like that, her three years of sobriety were a distant memory and she began the rapid slide back to full-blown alcoholism. In Drunk Mom she shares her brutally honest story of her fight to stop drinking while facing the daunting reality of becoming a mom. Bydlowska has written for The Globe and Mail, Today's Parent, ELLE Canada, Salon, and The Huffington Post.
Kathryn interviews autism advocate Krista Vance, author of “Meet Jamie Now: A Life Free of Autism”. After leaving a charmed Hollywood life in hopes of starting a family, Vance undergoes in vitro fertilization and prematurely delivers twins, Jack and Jamie. By Jamie's nineteenth month, he no longer speaks and the light is gone from his eyes. The beautiful child everyone knew is lost in the world of autism. With her strength, love of family and never-failing optimism, Vance proves that almost anything is possible.
Kathryn also interviews TV Comedy Writer Kristin Newman, author of “What I Was Doing While You Were Breeding”. While her friends were getting married and having babies, Newman was running around the world, living an adventurous and romantic life, learning about the world and all its excitement and ultimately learning about herself. Newman has produced and written for several television hit comedies including, That 70's Show, How I Met Your Mother and The Neighbors.
Kathryn interviews associate professor Krista Bremer, author of “My Accidental Jihad”. Bremer never imagined the unexpected turns that would lead to the life she has today: married to an older Muslim man from an impoverished Libyan village and raising together two children with Arabic names in the American South. Her essays have been published in O: The Oprah Magazine, More magazine and The Sun. She has been featured on NPR and in the PBS series Arab American Stories.
Kathryn also interviews gynecologist Dr. Lauren Streicher, author of “Loving Sex Again: A Gynecologist Finally Fixes the Issues That Are Sabotaging Your Sex Life”. Outspoken expert on women's sexual health, Dr. Streicher gives every woman the language, the knowledge, and, yes, the permission to talk about her sexual problems and honestly explore what she needs and desires to truly enjoy sex. Dr. Streicher is a recurrent guest on The Dr. Oz Show, The Today Show and Good Morning America-Health.
Kathryn interviews Dee Williams, author of “The Big Tiny: A Built-it-Myself Memoir”. The Big Tiny is a graceful, inspired memoir about building a home from scratch and discovering a true sense of self-in just 84 square feet. This experience has shown how Williams lives: simply and efficiently, with awareness of the community and environment, and with an open mind. Her story has been featured on Good Morning America and NBC Nightly News, and on NPR, PBS, MSNBC, CNN, and CBC.
Kathryn also interviews filmmaker and producer Cevin Soling on his documentary “The War on Kids” about the American school system and how schools have been transformed into what are effectively prisons. The film received critical acclaim from the New York Times, Variety and Huffington Post and was named the best educational documentary by the New York International Independent Film and Video Festival.
Kathryn interviews journalist Katty Kay, author of “The Confidence Code: The Science and Art of Self-Assurance – What Women Should Know”. Why do so few women lack the self-assurance that drives many of their male colleagues? Washington correspondent for BBC World News America Katty Kay, delves into this contemporary conundrum and uncovers some provocative truths.
Kathryn also interviews Dr. Terry Wahls, author of “The Wahls Protocol: How I Beat Progressive MS Using Paleo Principles and Functional Medicine”. When Dr. Wahls was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2000, she joined the ranks of 2.1 million people who live with the disease today. The Wahls Protocol is based on the principles of functional medicine, cellular nutrition, and exercise offering hope for anyone suffering from an autoimmune disease or other chronic medical or psychological problems.
Kathryn interviews John Wareham, author of “How to Survive a Bullet to the Heart: Secret Lives and Uncensored Confessions of Maximum Security Prison Inmates”. Inspired to become involved in teaching prisoners by a son who did time at Riker's Island, John Wareham started a program, now in its 18th year, called 'Taking Wings' aimed at keeping inmates from returning to prison. Wareham has appeared on BBC, CNN, Fox News, Live at Five and Court TV.
Kathryn also interviews Sonya Rhodes PhD, author of “The Alpha Woman Meets her Match”. Negativity surrounds the Alpha woman - she's 'bitchy' or 'bossy'. Psychologist Dr. Sonya Rhodes strips the terms 'Alpha' and 'Beta' of all gender role judgments. Dr. Rhodes has served on the faculty of New York Medical College, Columbia University and the Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services.
Kathryn interviews life transition coach Sheri L. Samotin, author of “Facing the Finish: A Road Map for Aging Parents and Adult Children. Dealing with crisis is far more stressful than planning ahead, and “Facing the Finish” gives clear guidance to making a plan that works. Sheri Samotin is the founder of LifeBridge Solutions LLC and has worked with hundreds of families to deal with the challenges of aging.
Kathryn also interviews Forbes Magazine’s “Ones to Watch” Katherine Lorenz on next generation philanthropy. Lorenz learned about philanthropy firsthand from her grandfather George P. Mitchell, an American philanthropist credited with pioneering the economic extraction of shale gas. She's been featured by The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, The Houston Chronicle, Reuters, The Washington Post, and the Chronicle of Philanthropy.
Kathryn interviews “America’s Eat Strategist” Rania Batayneh MPH, author of “The One One One Diet”. To be successful on this bestselling diet, readers only need to count to one: one protein, one carb, and one fat at every meal. Batayneh is regarded as an expert in the field of Nutrition and Wellness. Batayneh has appeared on MSNBC and is featured in Women's Health, Redbook, and Prevention Magazine.
Kathryn also interviews “The Anger Guy” Evan Katz, author of “Inside the Mind of an Angry Man: Help for Angry Men and Those that Love Them”. Having fought hard for the peace, contentment and confidence he found by facing his fears, Katz combines his personal experience as an angry man with his nearly 20 years as a counselor to help other angry people become the quality people they have always wanted to be. Katz has appeared on FOX News, WRN World Radio, and leads seminars and workshops on how to effectively deal with anger.
Kathryn interviews executive editor for NPR News Madhulika Sikka, author of “A Breast Cancer Alphabet”. When she was diagnosed with breast cancer three years ago, she found that there were no books on the market that spoke with honesty and attitude to women. A Breast Cancer Alphabet is an A-to-Z guide to living with breast cancer, giving women a starting point to get at some of the thorniest questions that face women in treatment for a serious illness. Sikka has won four Emmys, a Peabody, and several national awards.
Kathryn also interviews Mashable contributor and Futurist John C. Havens on his latest book “Hacking Happiness: Why Your Personal Data Counts and How Tracking it Can Change the World”. Havens is a contributing writer to Mashable, The Guardian, and The Huffington Post and founder of The H(app)athon Project, a non-profit organization, Connecting Happiness to Action one phone, one heart, and one city at a time through the use of interactive, sensor-based smartphone surveys.
Kathryn interviews clinical research scientist Dr. Jeffrey Foote, author of “Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Help People Change”. Addiction impacts 1 in 4 families in the United States. Beyond Addiction will help show family and friends how they can use kindness, positive reinforcement and motivational and behavioral strategies to help their loved ones change. Foote is co-founder and executive director of the Center for Motivation & Change.
Kathryn also interviews Harvard University lecturer Sheila Heen, author of “Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well”. We all get feedback - formal and informal, explicit or implicit – in our personal and professional lives every day. In Thanks for the Feedback, Stone and Heen teach readers how to turn evaluations, advice, criticisms, and coaching into productive listening and learning. Heen has appeared on Oprah, Fox News, CNBC's Power Lunch and NPR.
Kathryn interviews award-winning author Chang-rae Lee. His latest book “On Such a Full Sea” takes place in a chilling dystopia, a century or so beyond the present, where abandoned post-industrial cities like Baltimore have been converted into forced labor colonies and populated with immigrant workers. Named one of The New Yorker's 20 Authors for the 21st Century, Lee was the winner of the Dayton Peace Price and a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize.
Kathryn also interviews Toastmasters 2007 World Champion of Public Speaking Vikas Gopal Jhingran, author of “Emote: Using Emotions to Make Your Message Memorable”. Public speaking has long held a top spot among people's biggest fears. How much does this fear compound if you are an introvert? Jhingran, an introvert and immigrant, shares his personal story to help readers gain the confidence needed to stand in the spotlight and wow clients and executives, create connections, and get the desired message across
Kathryn interviews Bloomberg columnist and blogger Megan McArdle, author of “The Up Side of Down: Why Failing is the Key to Success”. One of the most popular business and economics bloggers for more than a decade, McArdle makes the case that success - in business and in life - is largely contingent on how quickly and nimbly we learn from our mistakes. She appears regularly on MSNBC, Fox News, and NPR. Kathryn also interviews family and youth advocate Elayne Bennett, author of “Daughters in Danger: Helping Our Girls Thrive in Today’s Culture”. According to the Centers for Disease Control 22% of girls ages 11 to 17 in the U.S. experience some form of partner violence, putting them at higher risk of depression, poor school performance, and self-harm. Daughters in Danger awakens parents and community leaders to the threats facing girls today. Bennett is the founder and president of Best Friends Foundation and wife of former U.S. Secretary of Education William J. Bennett.
Kathryn interviews writer and widow Nancy Sharp, author of “Both Sides Now: A True Story of Love, Loss and Bold Living”. On the very day that Sharp delivered premature twins, she learned that her husband's brain cancer returned after eighteen months in remission. Less than three years later she became a widow. Sharp shares her unforgettable journey - one that is a gift to those looking to lift themselves from the embers of loss and adversity through bold living. Sharp writes regularly for The Huffington Post and numerous online media, national magazines and newspapers.
Kathryn also interviews parenting expert Kristen Race PhD on her book “Mindful Parenting: Simple and Powerful Solutions for Raising Creative, Engaged, Happy Kids in Today’s Hectic World”. Rooted in cognitive neuroscience and child development, Mindful Parenting speaks directly to today's busy families who make up what Dr. Race calls Generation Stress. Dr. Race is a regular blogger for Psychology Today.
Kathryn interviews New York Times bestselling author Ashley Merryman on her book “Top Dog: The Science of Winning and Losing”. The joy of victory and the character-building agony of defeat - testosterone and the neuroscience of mistakes - Olympians carry Top Dog in their gym bags and it are in the briefcases of Wall Street traders and Madison Avenue madmen. Merryman's work is featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Newsweek, and Time.
Kathryn also interviews award-winning journalist Melinda Blau, author of “Family Whispering: The Baby Whisperer’s Commonsense Strategies for Communicating and Connecting With the People You Love and Making Your Whole Family Stronger”. Blau is the blogger behind Consequential Strangers and has written more than ninety magazine pieces and a dozen books including the New York Times bestselling Baby Whisperer series
Kathryn interviews cardiologist Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum, author of “Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum’s Heart Book: Every Women’s Guide to a Heart-Healthy Life”. Dr. Steinbaum is a national spokesperson for the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women campaign and is an attending cardiologist and the Director of Women and Heart Disease of Lenox Hill Hospital In NYC. She is regularly seen on network news health segments for ABC, NBC and CBS as a leading consultant.
Kathryn also interviews Dr. Jamie Noll, Pharm. D, LD, CDE and author of “The 95% Vegan Diet: An Insider’s Guide to Taking Control of Your Diet and Health Without Having to Be Perfect”. Dr. Noll teams up with her daughter and attorney Caitlin Herndon to bring readers The 95% Vegan Diet - a plan anyone can use to eat healthier in order to prevent disease and obesity. Dr. Noll combines her experience as a pharmacist with her clinical work to demonstrate how a mostly vegan diet can improve or reserve specific health conditions.
Kathryn interviews cardiovascular specialist Amy L. Doneen, MSN, ARNP and co-author of “Beat the Heart Attack Gene: The Revolutionary Plan to Prevent Heart Disease, Stroke, and Diabetes”. Illustrated by examples from the authors' own patients to explain what really causes heart disease, debunking many myths and misconceptions. Doneen is the Medical Director of the Heart Attack & Stroke Prevention Center in Spokane, Washington.
Kathryn also interviews spoken word artist Arlene Schindler, author of “The Last Place She’d Look”, an uproarious novel about a self-help writer who anxiously faces a milestone birthday by compulsively searching for a serious relationship. Schindler uses humor and affection to tackle topics like dating, marriage, divorce, diets, weight and emotional eating. Schindler has been a Relationship Expert/Guest Guru for America On-Line's Love-on-Line, and a writer/editor for WOMAN Magazine and Playgirl.
Kathryn interviews founder & CEO of Phone Interview Pro Paul J. Bailo, author of “The Essential Digital Interview Handbook: Lights, Camera, Skype”. In today's interconnected world, virtual meetings have become a staple of business practice. Physical distance between employers and job-seekers is no longer the impediment it once was for the face-to-face engagement. Bailo covers everything you need to know to conquer this phase of the job search and all digital business meetings. Bailo has been featured in USA Today, Forbes, and CareerBuilder.com.
Kathryn also interviews former Adweek bureau chief and senior writer Wendy Melillo on her book “How McGruff and the Crying Indian Changed America: A History of Iconic Ad Council Campaigns”. The Ad Council, founded in 1942, has designed a number of unforgettable ad campaigns that have become part of the American popular imagination. Melillo covers the complete history of the Ad Council from World War II to Smokey the Bear.
Kathryn interviews best friend duo Crystal Walker and Phoebe Thompson, authors and bloggers of “Desperate in DC: Money, Marriage and Manners in Washington DC”. More than one in five middle-school aged children with behavioral or emotional problems has recently engaged in sexting - sending nude or seminude images or sexually explicit messages over an electronic device. How do parents find out what their kids text? Walker and Thompson discuss this and much more.
Kathryn also interviews NYT bestselling author Diane Johnson on her book “Flyover Lives”. Johnson, a two-time finalist for both the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award, returns with a dazzling meditation on how our homelands and history shape us and how we also, sometimes wrenchingly, construct our lives. In search of learning more about her own ancestry, Johnson dives into letters and memoirs written by her family's early American settlers to capture the magnetic pull of home against our lust for self-invention.
Kathryn interviews Golden Globe and Emmy-winning producer Cindy Chupack, author of “The Longest Date: Life as a Wife”. Chupack has won three Golden Globes and an Emmy for her work as a writer/executive producer of HBO's Sex and the City. Her credits also include Modern Family, Everybody Loves Raymond, and Coach, among others. Now, in her new memoir she opens up about her own life, chronicling the comedic and cringe-worthy ups and downs of matrimony.
Kathryn also interviews teacher and consultant Carolyn Conger PhD, author of “Transforming Your Life in the Face of Death”. Conger has spent thirty years working with people who are imminently facing death. Drawing on her research and experience, Conger offers invaluable guidance to people struggling with a terminal illness or increasingly debilitating illness as well as for their loved ones in her deeply healing guide.
Kathryn interviews neuropsychiatrist Daniel J. Siegel MD, author of “Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain”. Parenting expert Daniel J. Siegel uses his groundbreaking research in interpersonal neurobiology to help parents crack the code of how brain development affects teenage behavior and relationships. Siegel is the bestselling author of the books “Parenting from the Inside Out” and “The Whole-Brain Child”.
Kathryn also interviews blogger Pamela Slim on her book “Body of Work: Finding the Thread That Ties Your Story Together”. Now that the job market is inherently unstable most people have a patchwork of experiences, including big-company jobs, start-up gigs, freelance work and volunteer side projects. Career expert Pamela Slim explains how to find connections among your diverse accomplishments, sell your story, and reinvent and re-launch your brand. Pam Slim's blog, Escape from Cubicle Nation, is one of the top career and marketing sites on the web.
Kathryn interviews satirist Joe Wenke, a.k.a. “The Cultural Arsonist”, on his latest book “Papal Bull: An Ex-Catholic Calls Out the Catholic Church”. Wenke bares the scars of his Catholic childhood and exposes the bizarre, absurd and downright frightening skeletons lingering in the Vatican closet. Equal parts revelation, inquisition and humor, PAPAL BULL will make you rethink what you thought you knew about the Catholic Church.
Kathryn also interview Grammy-winning performer Lani Hall Alpert, author of “Emotional Memoirs & Short Stories”. Set against the ever-shifting cityscape of Chicago, Hall Alpert peers deeply into the inner lives of women and artists in this urban anthology, investigating that fine line between creative fact and personal fiction. Beginning with her own life and a foundational friendship that helped shape her destiny as a singer, Hall Alpert explores the emotions, psyches and hidden yearnings of women.
Kathryn interviews Multiplicity Magazine and Twiniversity Founder Natalie Diaz, author of “What To Do When You’re Having Two: The Twins Survival Guide from Pregnancy Through the First Year”. The rate of twin births in the U.S. has risen by 79% in the last three decades, and few surprises in life pack a punch quite like the news of expecting multiple babies. Diaz outlines every step that an expectant parent of multiples needs to know from that first moment of receiving the news through the first year.
Kathryn also interviews Karen Amster-Young, one of PR Week’s “Forty PR Stars Under Forty” and author of “The 52 Weeks: Get Inspired. Get Going. Get Unstuck”. Despite the disturbingly low percentage of people that actually make New Year’s resolutions (and keep them), setting goals for self-improvement is a good thing and The 52 Weeks approach is an alternative that just may work better for you.
Kathryn interviews adult & forensic psychiatrist Dr. Joel Young, author of “When Your Adult Child Breaks Your Heart: Coping with Mental Illness, Substance Abuse, and the Problems That Tear Families Apart”. With the December 14th anniversary of the Newtown school shooting, this is a good time to look forward and ask what resources are available to parents of mentally-ill adult children. Dr. Joel Young uses his experience as Medical Director of the Rochester Center for Behavioral Medicine to help connect parents in need with psychiatric support services for their adult children.
Kathryn also interviews Grammy award-winning vocalist Lani Hall Alpert, author of “Emotional Memoirs & Short Stories”. Each fiction and non-fiction story is woven into the next via a winding personal narrative, as Hall Alpert takes a refreshingly honest look back at her own life.
Kathryn interviews patient advocate Melissa Clarke MD, author of “Excuse Me, Doctor! I’ve Got What?”. For patients diagnosed with serious conditions such as cancer, the fear of not knowing what to do next can distance them from staying active in their healthcare. Harvard-educated physician Melissa Clarke MD helps consumers make informed decisions about their healthcare, with special attention to understanding the new changes in the Affordable Care Act.
Kathryn also interviews relationship expert George Moufarrej, author of “Sexual Euphoria: A Complete Guide for Men and Women”. If you have to ask yourself if your relationship with your partner is healthy or not, chances are it is not. So what happens next? Relationship expert George Moufarrej discusses what is necessary for a successful relationship and what couples can do if their relationship is unstable or unhealthy. Moufarrej has been featured in Cosmopolitan, CNN and The Huffington Post.
Kathryn interviews cardiologist Barbara H. Roberts MD on her book “The Truth About Statins: Risks and Alternatives to Cholesterol”. Despite the rosy picture painted in the ads of a miracle cure for high cholesterol and its attendant heart disease, the reality of taking statins may be far less pretty. Roberts discusses both the benefits and health risks of these popular drugs. Roberts is an associate clinical professor at the Alpert Medical School of Brown University and director of the Woman's Cardiac Center at the Miriam Hospital in RI.
Kathryn also interviews high fashion model and transgender activist Gisele “Xtravaganza” Alicea. During her modeling career Gisele has worked with such professionals as Patricia Field, Patrick Demarchelier, Terry Richardson, Danielle Levitz and many others. Her runway work includes The Blondes, Vidal Sassoon, Nico and Adrian. She has appeared in national magazines such as Interview, Out, Amelie G and Flaunt.
Kathryn interviews former SVP and CIO Becky Blalock, author of “DARE: Straight Talk on Confidence, Courage and Career for Women in Charge”. Becky Blalock managed to work her way up from the bottom of the corporate ladder to the C-Suite in a predominantly male industry. Sharing her experiences and lessons learned, Blalock offers tips to empower women to succeed, including advice from 28 of today's top women business leaders. Blalock is the recipient of the 2011 Women in Technology Legacy Award and the 2009 Energy Biz Magazine's CIO of the Year.
Kathryn also interviews award-winning journalist and bestselling author Mary-Lou Weisman on her book “My Middle Aged Baby Book: A Place to Write Down All the Things You’ll Soon Forget”. First lost tooth. First colonoscopy. First second mortgage. First chin hair. First comb-over. All of these memorable firsts belong in My Middle-Aged Baby Book. Weisman has been featured in Glamour, Newsweek, and Vogue.
Kathryn interviews neurologist Dr. Gregory Berns, author of “How Dogs Love Us: A Neuroscientist and His Adopted Dog Decode the Canine Brain”. In his ground breaking new book, Dr. Berns shares the story of how he trained dogs to sit quietly during an MRI and reveals remarkable findings that will transform the way we communicate with man's best friend. Berns’ research has been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and on CNN, NPR, and ABC.
Kathryn also interviews Michael Samuels MD, author of “Healing with the Arts: A 12-Week Program to Heal Yourself and Your Community”. Healing through art has the potential to ease suffering, soothe anxiety, address trauma and transform lives. Healing with the Arts provides researched and proven concepts to harness the power to heal physical, mental and spiritual wounds. Michael Samuels MD is the co-founder and director of Arts as a Healing Force and teaches at San Francisco State University's Institute of Holistic Studies.
Kathryn interviews former James Beard Foundation award official Melanie Young, author of “Getting Things Off My Chest: A Survivor’s Guide to Staying Fearless and Fabulous in the Face of Breast Cancer”. Charge head on into the battle with breast cancer, armed with these outstanding survivor's tips on how to stay sane, focused, and in charge. Complete with checklists geared toward streamlining your new life, this book helps you eliminate stress and boost your spirits with positive thinking and humor.
Kathryn also interviews New York Times bestselling author Susan Forward PhD, author of “Mothers Who Can’t Love: A Healing Guide for Daughters”. It's an old cliché that women tend to marry their fathers, but the more eye-opening truth is that they often marry their mothers. In MOTHERS WHO CAN'T LOVE preeminent psychotherapist Dr. Forward shows daughters how to recognize the links between past and present and gives them the tools and power to make lasting change.
Kathryn interviews award-winning copywriter and bestselling author Robert Grede on his latest book “Naked Marketing: The Bare Essentials, 3rd Edition”. Kathryn also interviews clinical psychologist Guy Winch, PhD and author of “Emotional First Aid: Practical Strategies for Treating Failure, Rejection, Guilt, and Other Everyday Psychological Injuries”.
Kathryn interviews writer Deborah Schwartz, author of “Woman on Top”. Returning to the single life after tragically losing a loving husband makes a young widow vulnerable, even if she is an attorney and an independent spirit. Inspired by events in her own life, Schwartz entertains us with a fast-paced tale of greed and high society in Woman on Top. After receiving her J.D. from Boston University School of Law, Schwartz launched her career as a healthcare attorney. Kathryn also interviews Rita Anya Nara, author of “The Anxious Traveler: How to Overcome Your Fear to Travel the World”. You want to take a trip but you dread the idea of what might happen to you out there. After struggling with anxiety and chronic stress, former armchair traveler Rita Anya Nara visited almost 40 countries in every region of the planet by developing her own strategies for managing travel stress in countless scenarios and situations.
Kathryn interviews bestselling author Nora Gallagher on her book “Moonlight Sonata at the Mayo Clinic”. During a routine eye exam that she almost skipped, Gallagher received news that would change both her ability to see and her outlook on illness. In Moonlight Sonata at the Mayo Clinic, Gallagher describes her version of Oz - a place we go when everything shifts in ways we never imagined. Gallagher’s work has appeared in The New York Times Magazine, The Washington Post, and The LA Times. Kathryn also interviews businesswoman Joyce Roche, author of “The Empress Has No Clothes: Conquering Self-Doubt to Embrace Success”. As one of America's leading African American businesswomen, Roche understands how people in positions of power - especially women and minorities - can experience imposter syndrome: the feeling that they're a fraud and less deserving of success than their peers. Roche shares 7 ways to conquer imposter syndrome by managing it and learning from it.
Kathryn interviews Reid Wilson PhD and Lynn Lyons LICSW, authors of “Anxious Kids, Anxious Parents: 7 Ways to Stop the Worry Cycle and Raise Courageous & Independent Children”. With anxiety at epidemic levels among our children, Wilson and Lyons offer a contrarian yet effective approach to help children and teens push through their fears, worries, and phobias to ultimately become more resilient, independent, and happy. Kathryn also interviews TeenInk Magazine Editor Stephanie Meyer, author of “Bullying Under Attack: True Stories Written by Teen Victims, Bullies & Bystanders”. Meet the bully, the bullied, and the bystander as they explain in their own words their motivations, pain, and path to healing. This graceful and hard-hitting book places the reader firmly in the shoes of all involved, transforming pain into hope and the possibility for change. Meyer, editor of TeenInk Magazine, holds masters' degrees in education and social work and has dedicated her life to the welfare of youth.
Kathryn interviews Hollywood screenwriter and bestselling author Delia Ephron on her latest book “Sister Mother Husband Dog (etc)”, a memorable collection of personal and poignant stories and essays, anchored by a remembrance of losing her older sister, Nora Ephron. Ephron's movies include The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants and You've Got Mail and she has appeared regularly in The New York Times, Vogue, and The Huffington Post. Kathryn also interviews Bob Forrest, author of “Running with Monsters”. Best known for conducting group therapy sessions with the most unruly stars on Dr. Drew's Celebrity Rehab, musician and former drug addict Bob Forrest recounts his own battles with addiction, the music career he let slip from his grasp, the family life he destroyed and the years that he gave up to drugs and alcohol. From rock bottom, Forrest fought to regain control over his life and, truly having seen it all, he developed his own outpatient program called Hollywood Recovery Services.
Kathryn interviews grief consultant Rachel Blythe Kodanaz, author of “Living with Loss, One Day at a Time”. By presenting daily encouragement to individuals and families who have recently lost a loved one, Kodanaz proposes tools and suggestions that offer hope, optimism, introspection, and self-discovery. Kodanaz is a columnist for Living with Loss Magazine and has appeared on Good Morning America. Kathryn also interviews Beverly Guy-Sheftall, pioneer of Black women’s studies. As one of the leading African-American feminist scholars of our time, Beverly Guy-Sheftall was instrumental in bringing the women's studies movement to women of color, and the voices of women of color to women's studies. Guy-Sheftall is the founder of the Women's Research and Resource Center at Spelman College where she is an Anna Julia Cooper Professor of women's studies, and is the co-founder of SAGE: A Scholarly Journal on Black Women.
Kathryn interview Tish Squillaro, CEO of Candor Consulting and author of “HeadTrash” Cleaning Out the Junk Standing Between You and Success”. What are the 7 things successful people do differently from the rest of us? Squillaro says that they effectively manage their headtrash emotions - negative messages that are self-destructive. Kathryn also interviews five-time bestselling author Larry Winget on his book “Grow a Pair: How to Stop Being a Victim and Take Back Your Life”. Winget has over twenty years of experience speaking to nearly 400 of the Fortune 500 about success. Winget is also a financial coach helping families in crisis on A&E's reality series Big Spender. Kathryn also interviews foster parent Cris Beam, author of “To The End of June: The Intimate Life of American Foster Care”. This book highlights Beam's five year investigation into the lives of six foster families and 22 foster children as they left their birth homes, joined group homes, and moved in with new families.
Kathryn interviews Steven H. Farber MD, author of “As Sick As Our Secrets”. Dr. Farber was a respected cardiologist at the top of his career when he became addicted to the prescription drug samples that were constantly brought to his office, costing him his medical license and the life of a friend. Proving that physicians are not invincible to drug addiction, Dr. Farber shares his path from chemical dependency to recovery - a battle that claims a life every 19 minutes. Farber founded HEART of Montgomery County, a non-profit created to improve access to affordable healthcare, and is the author of Behind the White Coat and Stepping Stones to Success.
Kathryn interview Harvard physicians Leana Wen MD and author of “When Doctors Don’t Listen: How to Avoid Misdiagnosis and Unnecessary Tests”. Dr. Wen exposes how the very first step of medical care – the diagnosis – is flawed to focus on one symptom. Dr. Wen is a Rhodes Scholar who has been featured in TIME, Newsweek, and The New York Times. Kathryn also interviews Licensed Clinical Social Worker Joanne Fleisher, author of “Living Two Lives: Married to a Man & in Love with a Woman”. Fleisher was a typical suburban wife and mother until she fell in love with a female friend and her world was turned upside down. Her book addresses issues such as same-sex attraction, coming out to husbands and children, and exploring lifestyle options. Fleisher is the founder of www.lavendervisions.com
Kathryn interviews currency expert and award-winning journalist Jacqui Dunne, author of “Rethinking Money: How New Currencies Turn Scarcity Into Prosperity”. With economies around the world failing and continuous financial meltdowns, solutions to the global financial crisis seem impossible. Currency expert Jacqui Dunne argues that the solutions are simple, and that there are thousands of ways to solve not only our recurring fiscal crises but our ongoing social and ecological debacles as well. Dunne is founder and CEO of Danu Resources, and an emerging leader in helping entrepreneurs develop technologies and initiatives that restore the earth's equilibrium globally.
Kathryn interviews award-winning author Iris Smyles on her latest book “Iris Has Free Time: A Novel”. In the tradition of Elane Dundy's Jay Gorce, Kingsly Amis' Lucky Hime, and Truman Capote's Holly Golightly, Iris is a new anti-heroine, a bracingly unique voice treating age-old subjects of love, sex, work and identity with a freshness and originality that will startle and charm. From quarter-life crisis to the shock of turning thirty, Iris Has Free Time charts a madcap, melancholic course through that curious age-one's twenties-when childhood is over, supposedly. She was awarded The Doris Lippman Prize for fiction and The Geraldine Groffin Moore Short Story Award. Smyles has written for Nerve, New York Press, and BOMB.
Kathryn interviews cofounder of The Y Collaborative Dr. Susan Lieberman, author of “Death, Dying & Dessert: Reflections on 20 Questions About Dying”. It is clear that most of us understand that we will die. Although this destiny is unavoidable, author Susan Lieberman has found that people would rather talk about almost anything else except for death. Tired of seeing people suffer through unnecessary struggle and frustration in their final stages of life, Lieberman decided to explore why people fail to make end-of-life decisions. Lieberman is an ordained interfaith minister and is certified
Kathryn interviews award-winning author Mark Matousek on his book “Ethical Wisdom for Friends: How to Navigate Life’s Most Complicated, Curious, and Common Relationship Dilemmas”. Recognizing that relationships with friends are vital to our health and happiness, Matousek draws on personal experience, interviews, and letters from readers to refine the do's and don'ts of friendship. A featured blogger for The Huffington Post and Psychology Today, Matousek's work has appeared in The New Yorker, AARP, and O: The Oprah Magazine. Kathryn also interviews Program Manager Melanie A. Gideon and SPC Joseph Paulk from UCLA’s Operation Mend, offering returning military personnel with severe facial and other medical injuries access to the nation's top plastic and reconstructive surgeons. Established in 2007, Operation Mend combines the best military resources with the skills of UCLA Health System, Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC), and the VA-Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System.
Kathryn interviews clinical expert Jennifer J. Thomas PhD and author Jenni Schaefer on their book “Almost Anorexic: Is My (or my Loved One’s) Relationship with Food a Problem?” Tired of hearing people say I wish I had a touch of anorexia, Thomas and Schaefer teamed up to show the truth about this psychiatric disorder. Drawing on the latest research and Schaefer's own personal recovery from anorexia, Almost Anorexic identifies common warning signs for the disorder and tips for building a healthy relationship with food. Kathryn also interviews Ann W. Smith LMFT on her book “Overcoming Perfectionism: Finding the Key to Balance & Self-Acceptance”. We are all familiar with sayings like practice makes perfect and failure is not an option, but do these outlooks carry any danger? Smith shares her 30 years of experience with compulsive patterns and the impact perfectionism can have on individuals and family. Smith has been featured on Dateline NBC, NPR, and in The Wall Street Journal.
Kathryn interviews international sports agent and attorney David Willig on the recent first-degree murder change for NFL star tight end Aaron Hernandez. Willig, founder of American International Sports Management LLC, sheds light on what legal, personal, and athletic obstacles the former New England Patriots football player has ahead of him. Willig has over 25 years as an international business lawyer and is certified to practice law in the United States and Europe. Kathryn also interviews author Martha Zoller on the latest controversy surrounding Chef Paula Dean and the exposed racist comments she made almost 30 years ago. Zoller, a political expert, author, and talk show host, discusses the magnitude of Paula Dean's comments and what they mean for her career. Zoller has appeared on CNN, MSNBC, and ABC's World News Tonight.
Kathryn interviews public speaker Robert Clancy on his book “Daily Downloads and Fortune Cookies from the Universe”. The second book in his Hitchhiker's Guide to the Soul series, Daily Downloads is Clancy's new guide offers inspirational thoughts that will help to center your spirit. Clancy is an award-winning public speaker, a 4th degree black belt master, and winner of the Outstanding New Yorker award for his service to youth. Kathryn also interviews Bella Andre, bestselling author of “The Look of Love”. After being dropped by her publisher when her stories failed to sell, author Bella Andre decided she had nothing to lose by marketing them herself. A few weeks after she started to self-publish she sold 161 copies online. Her first e-book made almost $20k in its first month. Andre recently signed a seven-figure book deal with Harlequin MIRA, launching The Look of Love as the first in the series. Andre has been featured by NPR, USA Today, Forbes, and TIME.
Kathryn interviews psychotherapist John Amodeo, PhD on his book “Dancing with Fire: A Mindful Way to Loving Relationships”. Amodeo combines over thirty years of clinical experience with his Buddhist spiritual practice to create a complete guide to achieving greater intimacy in relationships of every kind. He has been a featured guest on CNN, CNBC and his work has appeared in The Chicago Tribune and Cosmopolitan. Kathryn also interviews craniofacial surgeon Kenneth Salyer, MD on his book “A Life That Matters: Transforming Faces, Renewing Lives”. Dr. Salyer has been the surgeon we've seen on TV, separating conjoined twins in a near impossible operation and traveling worldwide to find and help the children with the worst cleft palates. He is the founder of the International Craniofacial Institute and the Cleft Lip and Palate Treatment Center at Medical City Dallas Hospital, serving more than 13,000 patients from every state in the US and more than seventy-five countries around the world.
Kathryn interviews organic food pioneer and former CEO Paul Huljich, author of “Stress Pandemic: 9 Natural Steps to Survive, Master Stress & Live Well”. Huljich was worth over $100 million and was chairman and CEO of Best Corporation, an organic food company, when he had a complete mental breakdown-brought on by stress. Huljich offers 9 natural steps for becoming aware of life stressors while minimizing their harmful effects. Huljich has been featured in CNN, Psychology Today and Forbes.com. Kathryn also interviews Daniel Bergner, author of “What Do Women Want? Adventures in the Science of Female Desire”. Drawing from research and interviews with behavioral scientists, sexologists, psychologists and everyday women, journalist Daniel Bergner explores provoking topics like monogamy, the role of narcissism in female sexuality and the hunt for a 'female Viagra'. An award-winning author, Bergner has appeared on The Colbert Report and has written for Harper's and The New York Times.
Kathryn interviews cultural arsonist Dr. Joe Wenke, author of the book “You Got To Be Kidding: The Cultural Arsonist’s Satirical Reading of the Bible”. Dr. Joe Wenke is well known for his LGBT advocacy against the Catholic Church, frequently writing for the Huffington Posts’ Politics and Gay Voices sections. With the Catholic Church recently calling rock idol David Bowie a switch-hitting bisexual senior citizen from London, Wenke's critical look at the Bible and its context in the lives of those in the LGBT community is changing the way sexuality and religion intersect.
Kathryn interviews spoken word artist Sheri Booker, author of “Nine Years Under: Coming of Age in an Inner-City Funeral Home”. What started as a seemingly simple summer job at a West Baltimore funeral home quickly turned into nine years of life changing experiences for Sheri Booker. Her memoir recounts Booker's formative years spent learning about the culture of urban funerals, the business of life and death, and the variety of responses to grief and loss. Kathryn also interviews New York Times bestselling author Will Schwalbe on his book “The End of Your Life Book Club”. To pass the time in between cancer treatments, Schwalbe and his ailing mother Mary Anne would talk about the books they were reading. Once by chance they were both reading the same book, sparking an informal book club between the two. Schwalbe is the founder and CEO of Cookstr.com and has written for the New York Times and the South China Morning Post.
Kathryn interviews New York Times bestselling author Alejandro Junger, MD on his book “Clean Gut: The Breakthrough Plan for Eliminating the Root Cause of Disease and Revolutionizing Your Health”. We live in an age of highly advanced medicine, yet we are sick and getting sicker. In his groundbreaking new book, Dr. Junger explains how we can preemptively attack disease before it takes root in the gut, rather than waiting to treat symptoms as they arise. Kathryn also interviews integrative medicine pioneer Michael Finkelstein, MD on his book “77 Questions for Skillful Living: A New Path to Extraordinary Health”. Finkelstein goes beyond conventional medicine to examine the physical, psychological, environmental, and spiritual contributions to illness and empowers patients to take their health into their own hands. He has appeared on The Today Show, CNN, and in the NY Times.
Kathryn interviews one of Entertainment Weekly’s ’13 to Watch in 2013’ author Kimberly McCreight on her book “Reconstructing Amelia”. Bullying makes headlines whenever another tortured teen takes his or her life. This appalling pandemic is at the heart of McCreight's debut novel: a story of a career-driven single mother searching for answers to her well-behaved daughter's alleged suicide. McCreight's work has been published in Antietam Review, Oxford Magazine and Babble. Kathryn also interviews Hall of Fame motivational speaker LaDonna Gatlin, author of “The Song in You: Finding Your Voice, Redefining Your Life”. After taking 31 Ambien and surviving, musician, author and award-winning speaker LaDonna Gatlin discovered a life of purpose and meaning. A sister of music legends The Gatlin Brothers, Gatlin walked away from the highest highs of the music world to share a message of hope and healing. Gatlin has recorded four solo CDs and contributes to the Chicken Soup for the Soul series.
Kathryn interviews Time Magazine's 'Gay Marriage Already Won' kissing couple Kristen and Sarah Kate Ellis-Henderson. With the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) decision set to be made in June, married lesbian couple Kristen and Sarah Kate Ellis-Henderson is no stranger to the front lines of the fight for marriage equality. Named one of Go Magazine's Most Captivating Couples of 2012, these women are well known for their advocacy and powerful opinions. Both Kristen and Sarah-Kate were nominated for a prestigious Stonewall Award and have been quoted by The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and The Huffington Post.
Kathryn interviews author Jennifer Close on her latest book “The Smart One”. With her bestselling novel Girls in White Dresses, Jennifer Close captured friendship in those what-on-earth-am-I-going to-do-with-my life years of early adulthood. Now with her intriguing new novel of parenthood and sibling rivalry, she focuses on the only thing messier than friendship: family. Her work has been praised by Vanity Fair, Redbook and The New York Times. Kathryn also interviews inspiration speaker, writer, and surgeon Dr. Emile Allen on his book “Eaten by the Tiger: Surrendering to an Empowered Life”. In 1998 Dr. Emile Allen barely escaped electrocution while saving a patient's life. In a split second Dr. Allen went from performing intricate surgical procedures to struggling to do simple tasks like reading a book or counting change. Dr. Allen journals lessons learned from recovery from extreme physical as well as emotional and psychological losses.
Kathryn interviews Emily Post’s Great-Great Grandson Daniel Post Senning, author of “Emily Post’s Manners in a Digital World: Living Well Online”. In the 1920's, Emily Post was the premiere expert on good manners and proper behavior. Her great-great-grandson has adapted her rules of poised social behavior to the 21st century, giving us a 'no nonsense guide' for appropriate online and digital device behavior. Senning is an internet guru who manages web development and online content at the Emily Post Institute. His work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. Kathryn also interviews Cornell Emeritus Professor T. Colin Campbell, author of “Whole: Rethinking the Science of Nutrition”. Dr. Campbell is changing the way Americans relate to food, revealing a nutrition plan that mitigates cancers, diabetes and heart disease. Just ask Dr. Sanjay Gupta, Dr. Oz, and President Bill Clinton who, in part, credits the doctor for his return to health.
When Oprah Winfrey tells you that you must write a book, you do it. Kathryn interviews breast cancer survivor Maimah Karmo, author of “Fearless: Awakening to my Life’s Purpose Through Breast Cancer”. After her second chemotherapy treatment for breast cancer Maimah Karmo appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, where she was encouraged to document her journey from a 15 year old Liberian refugee to breast cancer survivor and advocate. Karmo is the founder of the Tigerlily Foundation, an organization that educates and empowers young women affected by breast cancer. Her work has been featured in Redbook Magazine and on Good Morning America.
Kathryn interviews award-winning radio producer and author Martin Spinelli on his book “After the Crash: The Heart-Rendering True Story of How One Man’s Love for His Son Saved Both Their Lives”. Martin Spinelli's entire world changed on a Thursday morning when his wife and son were hit from behind by a sleep-deprived truck driver, instantly killing his wife and leaving his son with brain damage so severe he wasn't expected to walk, talk or even breathe unaided ever again. After the Crash is a handbook for dealing with disaster -not just surviving it but mastering it and using it to transform your life for the better. Spinelli is a part-time lecturer in Media, Film and Music at the University of Sussex England and a former producer of the nationally acclaimed literary series LINEbreak.
Kathryn interviews NYT Bestselling Author John Elder Robison on his latest book “Raising Cubby: A Father & Son’s Adventures with Asperger’s, Trains, Tractors, & High Explosives”. In his popular NYT bestseller Look Me in the Eye John Elder Robison shared what it was like to grow up knowing he was different but not knowing why. Robinson is back again to shed light on what it was like to raise his son Cubby (a.k.a Jack), equally as eccentric as his father. Kathryn also interviews certified sex therapist Laurie J. Watson, author of “Wanting Sex Again: How to Rediscover Your Desire and Heal a Sexless Marriage”. Forty million American women are frustrated by their lack of sexual passion. Watson uses 'Six Erotic Tasks' and addresses the sexual problems that can develop with life changes - from marriage to motherhood to menopause. She writes the Married and Still Doing It blog online for and is the Clinical Director of the Awakenings Center for Intimacy and Sexuality.
Kathryn interviews relationship expert and psychotherapist Christina Steinorth MA, MFT on her book “Cue Cards for Life: Thoughtful Tips for Better Relationships”. According to her research, Steinorth found that the number one thing aging parents wanted from their kids was to hear from them. Steinorth shares 7 simple ways to improve the lives of aging parents, covering everything from activities and exercise to safety and quality of life. Steinorth has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Fox News Magazine. Kathryn also interviews NYT bestselling author Ashley Merryman on her book “Top Dog: The Science of Winning and Losing”. After researching everything from NASCAR brawls, ballroom dancing, CIA spies, and pilot flight training, Merryman and Bronson offer game-changing insights to the core of every great triumph and every tragic failure. Merryman is an attorney with previous experience in the Clinton administration and has written for TIME and the Washington Post.
Kathryn interviews the “Emeril of Enlightenment” Sue Frederick, author of “I Can See Your Dream Job: A Career Intuitive Shows You How to Discover What You Were Put on Earth to Do”. Frederick uses practical knowledge to help hundreds of people from coast to coast set aside their fears and find their true calling. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, on CNN.com, and in Complete Woman magazine. Kathryn also interviews The Dr. Oz Show advisory board member Susan Blum MD, author of “The Immune System Recovery Plan”. Blum has devoted her life's work to treating root causes of illnesses, finding that the high levels of toxins found in the standard American diet are leading this epidemic. Her proven four-step program includes 40 recipes and a workbook to help readers design their own treatment plan. Blum is the Founder and Director of the Blum Center for Health and a former Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Preventive Medicine at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine.
Kathryn interviews sexuality expert and psychotherapist Tammy Nelson PhD on her book “The New Monogamy: Redefining Your Relationship After Infidelity”. Nelson helps to explain why some people choose to stay together even after infidelity, and offers practical guidance, checklists, and even questionnaires to help committed couples renew their relationship. Nelson is the founder and Director of the Center for Healing and leads couples workshops around the country. Kathryn also interviews internationally recognized psychologist Patricia O’Gorman PhD on her book “The Resilient Woman: Mastering the 7 Steps to Personal Power”. O'Gorman takes a deeper look at how societal messages tell women what they can and cannot do and offers self-assessments that any woman can use to identify her strengths, weaknesses, and resilience style. O'Gorman has appeared on Good Morning America and has authored several articles in Addiction Today, Counselor, and Recovery magazines.
Kathryn interviews lawyer, mother, and motivational speaker Lynn Garson, author of “Southern Vapors…A Comeback Story”. In her first book, Garson offers a glimpse of her early life as an heiress-in-waiting, living on West Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta's wealthiest neighborhood. Appearing to have everything Lynn descends from the dizzying heights of prosperity culminating in seven days locked in a low income mental institution. Kathryn also interviews CEO David Fetterman of Fetterman & Associates on his book “Empowerment Evolution in the Digital Villages”. Hewlett Packard and Stanford University created a $15 million community initiative that helped bridge the digital divide in communities of color. Their work empowered three ethnically diverse communities to build their own technology-oriented businesses and improve their education systems and economic health. Fetterman has over 25 years of experience at Stanford and is the past-president of the American Evaluation Association.
Kathryn interviews United Children of Veterans Founder Christal Presley PhD on her book “Thirty Days with My Father: Find Peace from Wartime PTSD”. In hopes to restore her relationship with her father, Presley created The Thirty Day Project, a month's worth of conversation during which she would finally ask her father difficult questions about Vietnam. Her memoir shares how one woman and her father were able to survive generational PTSD. Kathryn also interviews counselor, educator, and attorney David Bedrick on his book “Talking Back to Dr. Phil: Alternatives to Mainstream Psychology”. Moving past quick-fix, pop-culture answers, Bedrick says there is a better way to heal things that ail us all. Using a deeper healing of loving kindness, Bedrick shows readers how to tackle major issues like body image and weight loss, addiction and even domestic abuse. Bedrick is an award-winning teacher, an expert in mediation and conflict result, and a blogger for Psychology Today.
Join Kathryn as she interviews writer and former literature professor Jill Teitelman on her book “Saving Gracie”. Recent studies show that nearly one third of the baby boomer generation is facing the difficult reality of spending the rest of their lives alone. Teitelman breaks down surviving the Circle of Hell of online dating when you're over 50, you're single, and you're still searching for Mr. Right. Teitelman has taught writing and literature at the Sorbonne, The School of Visual Arts, Pratt Institute and Simmons College. Kathryn also interviews Huffington Post blogger and leading educator Dr. Rhonda Joy Vansant on her book “Education As It Could Be”. With the constant complaint that schools are turning into diploma mills, Dr. Vansant says that the one size fits all education system in America should get an F. Vansant has held a variety of leadership roles in education, including directing the revision of the Georgia Kindergarten Assessment Program.
Kathryn interviews psychology expert Jill Weber PhD on her book “Having Sex, Wanting Intimacy: Why Women Settle for One-Sided Relationships”. Finding lasting love and intimacy can be difficult for many women. Using a step-by-step guide, clinical psychologist Weber shows women how to break the cycle of bartering sex for emotional intimacy to cultivate better relationships. Weber has been featured in Vogue, US News and World Report, CNN and the Discovery Channel. Kathryn also interviews Encore.org Vice President Marci Alboher on her book “The Encore Career Handbook: How to Make a Living and a Difference in the Second Half of Life”. 9 million baby boomers are deciding to choose alternatives to traditional retirement for a second half of life filled with passion, purpose and a paycheck. Former New York Times career columnist Alboher gives readers a career-change bible to rewire, not retire. Alboher has been featured on USA Today and NBC's Today Show.
Kathryn interviews America’s leading behavior therapist Debora Phillips on her book “How to Fall Out of Love”. For some, Valentines' Day can be a painful reminder of a lost love. Thanks to Phillips' step-by-step interactive approach to falling out of love, millions have gotten over a lost love and gone on with their lives. Phillips is a former Director of the Princeton Center for Behavior Therapy, Temple University School of Medicine's sex therapy program, and the Beverly Hills Center for Anxiety and Depression. Kathryn also interviews health and medical author Anne Fletcher, author of “Inside Rehab”. Fletcher shares her experiences from over 15 site visits and hundreds of client interviews to offer insight into what addiction treatment programs should look like and how to find quality care when it's needed. Fletcher is a forming contributing editor for Prevention Magazine and her work has appeared in Vogue, Redbook, and American Psychologist.
Kathryn interviews surrogate partner Cheryl T. Cohen Greene, author of “An Intimate Life: Sex, Love, and My Journey as a Surrogate Partner”. For the past forty years Cohen Greene has helped clients confront, consider, and ultimately accept their sexuality. Now turned into a major motion picture titled The Sessions, An Intimate Life reveals Cohen Greene's own sexual coming-of-age in her personal and professional life. Cohen Greene has appeared on Larry King Live, National Geographic, and CNN. Kathryn also interviews Dara-Lynn Weiss, author of “The Heavy: A Mother, A Daughter, A Diet”. After deciding to put her seven-year-old daughter on a diet once she was diagnosed as obese, freelance producer and writer Dara-Lynn Weiss wrote an essay for Vogue that eventually earned her the title of Worst Mother in the World. Weiss shares the unglamorous side of parenting and the brutal reactions she received from the media. Weiss has produced content for Time, Warner Bros., and AOL.
Kathryn interviews NYT Bestselling Author Susan Cain on her book QUIET: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking. A self-titled introvert herself, Harvard graduate Susan Cain argues that our culture holds a bias towards extroverts while undervaluing the strengths of introverts. Cain has appeared on CBS This Morning, NPR, and her work has appeared in The Oprah Magazine and on the cover of Time. Kathryn also interviews APA Fellow Dr. Gary Malone and Award-winning Writer Susan Mary Malone on their book What's Wrong with My Family?. According to the Malone brother-and-sister co-authors, family issues are at the heart of almost all of a patient's problems. Dr. Gary Malone is an Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Texas Southwestern with more than 30 years of experience in hospitals and private practices. His sister Susan Mary Malone is an award-winning writer and editor.
Kathryn interview Harvard physicians Leana Wen MD and author of “When Doctors Don’t Listen: How to Avoid Misdiagnosis and Unnecessary Tests”. Dr. Wen exposes how the very first step of medical care – the diagnosis – is flawed to focus on one symptom. Dr. Wen is a Rhodes Scholar who has been featured in TIME, Newsweek, and The New York Times. Kathryn also interviews Licensed Clinical Social Worker Joanne Fleisher, author of “Living Two Lives: Married to a Man & in Love with a Woman”. Fleisher was a typical suburban wife and mother until she fell in love with a female friend and her world was turned upside down. Her book addresses issues such as same-sex attraction, coming out to husbands and children, and exploring lifestyle options. Fleisher is the founder of www.lavendervisions.com
Kathryn interviews international bestselling author Christine Arylo on her book “Madly in Love with Me: The Daring Adventure of Becoming Your Own Best Friend”. After earning her MBA and climbing the corporate ladder for 15 years, Arylo chose to devote her life to creating a new reality for women and girls based on self-love and true feminine power”. She has been featured on CBS, ABC, FOX, and E!. Kathryn also interviews Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Stephen Hunter on his latest thriller “The Third Bullet”. Hunter’s riveting alternative narrative focuses on one of the most infamous assassinations in our nation’s history: President John F. Kennedy’s Assassination. Hunter has written 17 novels
Kathryn interviews radio host, author, and acupuncturist Paul Rosen on his creation Be Healthy Now! for Women, a pocket-sized guide to healthy living for women who are determined to take control of their own and their families' health. Rosen specializes in designing nutritional healing programs for chronic and degenerative illness.
Kathryn also interviews futurist David Houle, author of Entering the Shift Age. According to Houle we have left the information age and are entering the shift age: a world where the speed of change is so fast that change itself is the new norm. Houle has more than 20 years in the entertainment industry helping to launch MTV, Nickelodeon, VH1, and CNN Headline News.
Kathryn interviews Bonnie Draeger, Executive Director of Friends & Cancer and author of When Cancer Strikes a Friend: What to Say, What to Do, and How to Help. When a friend or loved one is diagnosed with cancer, the lives of their friends change forever as they suddenly become caregivers, listeners, and supporters. When Cancer Strikes a Friend is a step-by-step guide based on the wisdom of cancer survivors and professionals.
Kathryn interviews former Good Morning America Host Joan Lunden, creator of Twiztt healthy eco-friendly nonstick cookware. Lunded is the longest running host of morning television, and her new line of innovative cookware helps to make meals better and safer for families. Kathryn also interviews psychologist Dr. Dennis Tirch, author of The Compassionate-Mind Guide to Overcoming Anxiety: Using Compassion-Focused Therapy to Calm Worry, Panic, and Fear. Nearly 30% of people will suffer from an anxiety disorder at some point in their lifetime, and Dr. Tirch integrates behavior therapy, Buddhist psychology, and evolutionary neuroscience to help people step forward into a life of meaning.
Kathryn interview NY Times bestselling author Dr. Gary Small on his latest book The Alzheimer's Prevention Program: Keep Your Brain Healthy for the Rest of Your Life. Dr. Gary Small challenges the theory that Alzheimer's disease is an unavoidable part of aging, and argues that following his breakthrough program delays the onset of the disease so that people may remain symptom-free for life. Kathryn also interviews award-winning author Bruce F. Rosen on his book If You Ever Need Me, I Won't Be Far Away. Using his mother's strength as inspiration, Rosen's memoir illustrates how he was able to forgive his abusive father and live in his mother's joy for life. Rosen has been featured on The Today Show and the BBC.
Kathryn interviews AshleyMadison.com founder and CEO Noel Biderman. Since its launch in 2002 ashleymadison.com has sparked heavy criticism for encouraging adultery even though it has over 16 million members in 24 countries. Biderman has appeared on CNN, Jay Leno, Fox News, and Katie Couric.
Kathryn also interviews author and business ethicist David Gebler on his book The 3 Power Values: How Commitment, Integrity and Transparency Clear the Roadblocks to Performance. With the recent infidelity scandal of Gen. David Petraeus and his resignation as CIA chief, Gebler concludes that a leader's character shapes the character of his or her organization. Gebler has experience advising global organizations such as Staples, Boeing, and Molson Coors and helps companies evaluate the scandal-potential of their corporate cultures.
Kathryn interviews author Kathryn Tristan on her book Why Worry? Stop Coping and Start Living. Worry less this holiday season by following author Tristan's approach of holistic strategies and scientific findings to make worry work for you instead of against you.
Kathryn also interviews sex therapist David Ortmann LCSW on his book Sexual Outsiders, a guide for BDSM (bondage, domination, sadism, & masochism) community members who must wade through the quagmire of unique problems they face: coming out to family, friends and partners: distinguishing abusive relationships from healthy consensual ones.
Kathryn interviews author J. Michael Zenn about his latest book The Self-Health Revolution. Describing himself as an ordinary guy who discovered an extraordinary secret and motivated by the premature death of his own father, J. Michael Zenn lost fifty pounds at the age of 40. The Self-Health Revolution has sold over 30,000 copies in Whole Foods Markets alone.
Kathryn also interviews clinical psychologist Ditta Oliker about her book The Light Side of the Mood: Reclaiming Your Lost Potential. If you are trapped in a life that doesn't live up to your full potential, find out why and what to do about it from Dr. Oliker, who maintains that problems and issues present in our adult lives are often the result of hidden beliefs developed by our subconscious during childhood in order to survive.
Kathryn interviews career and job search expert Martin Yate on his Knock 'Em Dead series. With unemployment being one of the biggest challenges facing Americans today, New York Times bestselling author Yate shares hard-hitting common-sense tactics that have helped millions land the job they want.
Kathryn also interviews Dynasty actress Linda Evans on her latest book Recipes for Life: My Memories. Golden Globe award-winner Evans dishes stories of growing up to live and play among Hollywood's royalty through her 40 favorite recipes, collected from world renowned chefs, celebrities, and friends.
Kathryn interviews author Caroline Flohr, author of Heaven's Child. Educated as an engineer but always drawn to writing, bereaved mother Flohr reveals how she survived the most traumatic time of her life: the death of her 16 year old daughter.
Kathryn also interviews psychiatrist David Riess, an internationally recognized expert in character and personality dynamics. Riess explores the question how the undecideds made their choice in the Presidential election. CNN recently quoted Dr. Riess' expertise on political paranoia.
Kathryn interviews bestselling author Michael Levin on his book What Your Kids Are Really Doing Online. Author of over one hundred books, Levin shows us how the Internet is turning into an academy without walls allowing children to be the teachers of tomorrow.
Kathryn also interviews food justice advocate Frederick Kaufman on his book Bet the Farm: How Food Stopped Being Food. Kaufman seeks to answer one simple question: why can't inexpensive and healthy food be available to everyone on Earth when we grow enough to feed the world twice over?.
Kathryn interviews beyondblackwhite.com blogger Christelyn Karazin, author of the book Swirling: How to Date, Mate and Relate, Mixing Race, Culture, and Creed. This is the first ever handbook on navigating interracial relationships.
Kathryn also interviews America's leading profiler Pat Brown on her latest book How to Save Your Daughter: Straight Talk for Parents from America's Top Criminal Profiler. Brown, a frequent guest on Nancy Grace, shows parents how to be more proactive about keeping their daughters safe.
Kathryn interviews dispute resolution expert Michael Rooni on his book Attractive Communication: 300 Ways to Make Communication More Attractive. This toolbox of skills and techniques can apply to every aspect of life.
Kathryn also interviews former PBS/NPR executive Paul Hartman to discuss 4 reasons more U.S. churches should sanction same-sex relationships. Hartman identifies four keys points why, emphasizing that Jesus told us to love our neighbors as ourselves. Hartman is author of The Kairos, a 5-star novel that imagines Jesus Christ as gay.
Kathryn interviews New York Times Bestselling Author Mark Nepo on his latest book Seven Thousand Ways to Listen: Staying Close to What is Sacred. Nepo shares his story of hearing loss and encourages us to redefine what is important while teaching us to act wholeheartedly.
Kathryn also interviews feminist and one of Guardian's Top 100 Inspiring Women Jessica Valenti on her book Why Have Kids?. Valenti takes a look at the world of having (and not having) children and how that compares to the American ideal.
Kathryn interviews America's leading profiler Pat Brown on her latest book How to Save Your Daughter: Straight Talk for Parents from America's Top Criminal Profiler. Brown, a frequent guest on Nancy Grace, shows parents how to be more proactive about keeping their daughters safe.
Kathryn also interviews Katherine Stewart on her book The Good News Club: The Christian Right's Stealth Assault on America's Children. Stewart's findings show that there are over 3,500 Evangelical Good News Clubs operating in public schools across the country.
Kathryn interviews marriage and divorce mediator Debra Macleod, author of the book 50 Ways to Play: BDSM for Nice People. Macleod, who wrote the edgy and erotic book with her husband, has been featured in The New York Times and USA Today.
Kathryn also interviews Jon Schlossberg and Wendy Wright, developers of The CrazyBusy app for the iPhone. The CrazyBusy app treats culturally induced ADD by helping families get everything they need to completed.
Kathryn interviews high profile feminist Jessica Valenti, author of Why Have Kids?. Known as the poster child for third-wave feminism, Valenti looks at the world of having (and not having) children and how that compares to the American ideal of parenting.
Kathryn also interviews executive coach Ora Shtull on her latest book The Glass Elevator: A Guide to Leadership Presence for Women on the Rise. Shtull shares a practical and empowering guide for women to get to the top floor in their careers on their own terms.
Kathryn interviews community pediatrician Dr. Natalie DigateMuth on her latest book Eat Your Vegetables! and Other Mistakes Parents Make: Redefining How to Raise Healthy Eaters. DigateMuth shares strategies to help kids embrace healthy foods without battles or bribes.
Kathryn also interviews Harvard medical expert Margaret Moore on her book Organize Your Mind, Organize Your Life. Moore, also known as Coach Meg, offers a proven way to help everyone train their brain to get more done in less time.
Kathryn interviews DIA North America Director Susan Cantrell about their recent leadership project development with Healthcare Businesswomen's Association (HBA). The Leadership Project is seeking to advance the careers of women involved in the regulatory, medical, legal and compliance functions of healthcare.
Kathryn also interviews screenwriter and widow Carla Malden on her book After Image: A Brokenhearted Memoir of a Charmed Life. Malden shares her journey of widowhood and the story of her marriage as it moved through one partner's illness and finally death.
Kathryn interviews former Divorce Attorney Bill Ferguson on his latest book, Get Your Power Back. Ferguson shows step-by-step how to find and remove the destructive, underlying conditions that destroy love and sabotage our lives.
Kathryn also interviews transgender Yeshiva University Professor Joy Ladin on her memoir Through the Door of Life: A Jewish Journey Between Genders. Ladin is the first openly transgender employee of an Orthodox Jewish institution. In her latest book Ladin shares her journey of gender transition and how she found a new self and love when she opened the door.
Kathryn interviews medical journalist Julia Schopick, author of Honest Medicine. Schopick provides information on inexpensive treatments for serious diseases such as multiple sclerosis, lupus, and liver disease that are more effective than costly drugs.
Kathryn also interviews hospice nurse Becki Hawkins about her book Transitions: A Nurse's Education About Life and Death. Hawkins shares the stories of 60 patients that have touched her heart, took her breath away, and showed her how to help those who are dying go with grace, peace, and love.
Kathryn interviews award-winning writer Ken Budd, author of The Voluntourist: Tale of Love, Loss, Fatherhood, Fate, and Singing Bon Jovi in Bethlehem. Budd attempts to change the world and himself one volunteer trip across the world at a time.
Kathryn also interviews bestselling children's author Barney Saltzberg, author of Arlo Needs Glasses. Using a shaggy free-spirited ball playing dog, Saltzberg shows kids that going from two eyes to four eyes isn't so bad.
Kathryn interviews Community Pediatrician Dr. Natalie Digatemuth, author of Eat Your Vegetables' and Other Mistakes Parents Make: Redefining How to Raise Healthy Eaters. Using her step-by-step plan, parents can use Digatemuth's expertise to help kids embrace healthful foods without battles or bribes.
Kathryn also interviews The Bloggess Jenny Lawson, author of Let's Pretend This Never Happened. Already a New York Times bestseller, Lawson's book describes her redneck upbringing in a unique and lovable family. Lawson's blog has more than a million views every month.
Kathryn interviews Career and Job Search Coach Paul Hill on his latest book The Panic Free Job Search: Unleash the Power of the Web and Social Networking to Get Hired. Use Hill's tips and become more confident, focused, and aware of the action steps needed to get you hired.
Kathryn also interviews Internationally Renowned Psychology Anat Baniel on her book Kids Beyond Limits: The Anat Baniel Method for Awakening the Brain and Transforming the Life of Your Child With Special Needs. With over 30 years of experience working with children diagnosed with a developmental disability, Baniel has created a nine-step method to help brain improvement in children facing these challenges.
Kathryn interviews nationally renowned rest and sleep expert Dr. Matthew Edlund, author of Healthy Without Health Insurance. Dr. Edlund breaks down the recent Supreme Court decision on the Affordable Care Act and reveals cheap and effective ways for people to stay healthy.
Kathryn also interviews psychologist Dr. Louis Primavera, author of The Retirement Maze: What You Should Know Before and After You Retire. With only half of retirees thinking their lives improved after they retired, Dr. Primavera developed The Retirement Maze to help aging Baby Boomers navigate and prepare for this stage of their lives.
Kathryn discusses combining psychology and spirituality with Neuropsychologist Charlotee Tomaino PhD, author of Awakening the Brain: The Neuropsychology of Grace. Kathryn also learns more about rare and orphan diseases with President and Founder of the R.A.R.E. Project Nicole Boice. Kathryn then explores Europe with Travel Expert Rick Steves, author of over 50 guidebooks for Europe including his latest Rick Steve's Europe Through the Back Door 2012.
Kathryn interviews blogger and mother Kasey Mathews, author of Preemie: Lessons in Love, Life, and Motherhood. Having given birth to her own daughter 4 months early, Mathews shares her experience and how the struggles of one tiny baby helped her grow.
Kathryn also interviews Little PINK Book Founder and CEO Cynthia Good. Using daily e-notes, minute mentoring videos, and top women profiles, Little PINK Book inspired businesswomen to achieve a beautiful career, a beautiful life, and have courage to do what they love.
Kathryn discusses combining psychology and spirituality with Neuropsychologist Charlotee Tomaino PhD, author of Awakening the Brain: The Neuropsychology of Grace. Kathryn also learns more about rare and orphan diseases with President and Founder of the R.A.R.E. Project Nicole Boice. Kathryn then explores Europe with Travel Expert Rick Steves, author of over 50 guidebooks for Europe including his latest Rick Steve's Europe Through the Back Door 2012.
Kathryn interviews three experts in three very different areas. First Kathryn interviews Berkeley Economist Enrico Moretti on his latest book The New Geography of Jobs, where Moretti argues that where you live matters more than ever when it comes to finding the right job. Kathryn also interviews The Love Doctor Terri Orbuch on her book Finding Love Again: 6 Simple Steps to a New and Happy Relationship. Kathryn also explores gene therapy during her interview with Geneticist Ricki Lewis on her book The Forever Fix: Gene Therapy and the Boy Who Saved It.
Join Kathryn as she interviews OCD expert Dr. Rebecca Gladding, author of You Are Not Your Brain: The 4-Step Solution for Changing Bad Habits, Ending Unhealthy Thinking, and Taking Control of Your Life. Using research and a 4-step approach you can understand, identify, and free yourself from the destructive brain messages that hold you back. Dr. Gladding has been featured on The Today Show, in Cosmopolitan Magazine, and in Psychology Today.
Kathryn also interviews managing and marketing experts Michael Hinshaw and Bruce Kasanoff on their recent book Smart Customers (Stupid Companies): Why Only Intelligent Companies Thrive, and How to Be One of Them. Ensure that you can keep up with tech-savvy customers by making your company intelligent, innovative, thriving, and designed to do business with smart customers.
Kathryn interviews poet and teacher advocate Taylor Mali, author of What Teachers Make: In Praise of the Greatest Job in the World. In response to a snarky laywer's comment about the teaching profession, poet and teacher advocateTaylor Mali wrote a poem called What Teachers Make that has over 5 million views on YouTube. Mali's poem started a pro-teacher movement across the country, and Mali expands on the importance of teachers in his latest book What Teachers Make.
Kathryn also discusses how prevalent doping is in the cycling world with competitive cyclist and journalist Dr. Ross Goldstein. In his book Chain Reaction Goldstein breaks down the phenomenon of performance-enhancing drugs in our culture and shares an inside looks at the effects of doping in professional cycling.
Join Kathryn as she interviews bestselling author Christie Mellor on her book Fun Without Dick and Hane: Your Guide to a Delightfully Empty Nest. Filled with unapologetically funny, blunt, and ultimately sympathetic advice, Fun Without Dick and Jane will ease fears and generate excitement about the whole new world that awaits post-college move in day. Mellor, author of The Three-Martini Playdate, has been featured in The New York Times, Playboy, and Newsweek
Kathryn also interviews emotional health and parenting expert Maureen Healy on her book Growing Happy Kids: How to Foster Inner Confidence, Success, and Happiness. Using The Five Building Blocks of Confidence, parenting expert Maureen Healy shows us that happiness can happen for everyone. Healy's 20 years of experience have been featured on ABC, NBC, and in Psychology Today.
Join Kathryn as she interviews Pulitzer Prize-winner Edward Humes, author of Garbology: Our Dirty Love Affair with Trash. Humes breaks down America’s addiction to garbage, what it says about our culture, and how we can stop it. Humes has been published in The New York Times, Los Angeles Magazine, and Reader’s Digest.
Kathryn also interviews husband-and-wife physicians Carrie Barron MD & Alton Barron MD, authors of The Creativity Cure: A Do-It-Yourself Prescription for Happiness. The Barrons have been featured on the CBS Early Show, in the New York Times Magazine, and have several scientific publications, journals, and textbooks.
Kathryn interviews Advertising Woman of the Year Jane Maas on what it was like to be an advertising woman in the sixties and seventies - that Mad Men era of casual sex and professional serfdom. In her book mad women: The Other Wise of Life on Madison Avenue in the 60's and Beyond, Maas, designer of the 'I Love New York' campaign and a real-life Peggy Olson, reveals it all. She has been featured on NBC Nightly News, CBS Morning Show, and in the Wall Street Journal and New York Times.
Kathryn also interviews journalist Florence Williams on her book Breasts: A Natural and Unnatural History. Breasts are everywhere, from reality TV shows, wardrobe malfunctions, doctor's visits, and pink-ribboned fundraisers. Follow this organ from puberty to pregnancy and explore the environmental issues that impact the health of women around the world with journalist and New York Times freelance writer Florence Williams. Breasts was named a finalist for the 2011 Columbia/Nieman Lukas Work-in-Progress Award.
Kathryn interviews bestselling uuthor Lisa McCourt, author of “Juicy Joy: 7 Simple Steps to Your Glorious Gutsy Self”. Filled with simple exercises and packed with examples of how her approach to self-love can have a positive effect on many personal situations, Juicy Joy makes big promises: developing a compass for self love and learning how to follow it. McCourt has written 33 award-winning children's books and has appeared on CNN's Showbiz Today. Kathryn also interviews New York Times bestselling author Diane Ackerman, author of “One Hundred Names for Love - A Memoir”. When Diane Ackerman's gifted husband Paul West lost the ability to speak or write, their word-obsessed lives would never be the same. Ackerman shares their journey in this inspiring chronicle of the mysteries of language and the brain. Ackerman is also the author of The Zookeeper's Wife.
Kathryn interviews psychotherapist Jonathan Alpert, author of Be Fearless: Change Your Life in 28 Days. Called Manhattan's most media-friendly psychotherapist, Alpert suggests that therapists are creating a vicious co-dependency with patients. In Be Fearless, Alpert introduces a five-step plan to leading a fulfilling life while reaching individual goals. Alpert has shared his expert advice on TODAY, Good Morning America, and CNN.
Kathryn also interviews intimacy expert Dr. Sheri Meyers. In Chatting or Cheating, Meyers takes readers struggling with infidelity through the process of discovery, confrontation, confession, and healing. Dr. Meyers is among the nation's leading relationship and infidelity specialists, frequently appearing on NBC, CNN, and FOX.
Kathryn also interviews Christy Matta, author of The Stress Response: How Dialectical Behavior Therapy Can Free You From Needless Anxiety, Worry, Anger, and Other Symptoms of Stress. “Matta invites readers to explore their personal stress reactions and practice these new methods of solving the everyday problems that trigger stress.”
Kathryn interviews Dr. David Walsh, author of Smart Parenting, Smarter Kids: The One Brain Book You Need to Help Your Child Grow Brighter, Healthier, and Happier. Dr. Walsh is a bestselling author, award-winning psychologist, and leading authority on parenting, and is an expert at translating headline-making, scientific findings about the developing brain into practical suggestions for parenting today.
Kathryn also interviews Kaitlin Bell Barnett, author of Dosed: The Medication Generation Grows Up. Barnett, who began taking antidepressants as a teenager, takes a nuanced look at the issue as she weaves together stories from members of this medication generation, exploring how drugs informed their experiences at home, in school, and with the mental health professions.
Kathryn interviews Craig Harline, professor at Brigham Young University and author of Conversions: Two Family Stories from the Reformation and Modern America. In this book, Harline explores the effects of religious conversion on family relationships, showing how the challenges of the Reformation can offer insight to families facing similarly divisive situations today.
Kathryn also interviews mindful eating expert Dr. Michelle May on her book, Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat with Diabetes: A Mindful Eating Program for Thriving with Prediabetes or Diabetes. In Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat, named to TIME Magazine's Top Ten Notable New Diet Books of 2009, Dr. May teaches about ending senseless yo-yo dieting and resolving mindless and emotional eating.
Sibling expert and renowned psychotherapist Jeanne Safer, PhD joins Kathryn as they discuss Safer's latest book: “Cains Legacy.” Also joining Kathryn is Kevin Sheridan, Senior Vice President of HR Optimization and author of “The Virtual Manager: Cutting-Edge Solutions for Hiring, Managing, and Engaging Mobile Employees.”
Kathryn interviews writer and artist Austin Kleon on his latest book: Steal Like An Artist: 10 Things Nobody Ever Told You About Being Creative. A guidebook to getting started, STEAL LIKE AN ARTIST pushes creators of all kinds to start producing with sensible tips, big and small: Build your own world. Get yourself a calendar. Quit picking fights and go make something. You'll learn how to copy, steal, and take inspiration from the world around you - without plagiarizing. His work has been featured in NPR's Morning Edition, The Wall Street Journal, and on PBS's News Hour. Kathryn also interviews Liza Mundy, bestselling author of The Richer Sex: How the New Majority of Female Breadwinners is Transforming Sex, Love & Family. Mundy examines this new reality in detail, providing an eye-opening portrait of the current state of affairs as well as provocative predictions about who will prevail - and how relationships will evolve as the reversal of traditional roles becomes the norm.
Kathryn interviews world-renowned endocrinologist Dr. Eva Cwynar on her book, “The Fatigue Solution: Increase Your Energy in Eight Easy Steps”. Through her research, books, and appearances on shows like The Doctors, Celebrity Fit Club, and Dr. Phil, Cwynar has helped women around the world take control of their wellbeing and restore their rest for life.
Kathryn also interviews Karl Rogers, PhD, author of “Debunking Glenn Beck: How to Save America from Media Pundits and Propagandists”. Rogers is the Co-founder and Director of the John Dewey Center for Democracy and Education.
Kathryn interviews “Motherhood Exaggerated” author Judith Hannan. In her memoir, Hannan describes the trails of motherhood as she faced her daughter’s battle with cancer.
Kathryn also interviews Psychologist Dr. Eric Maisel, Huffington Post contributor and author of “Rethinking Depression”. Dr. Maisel explores the mental disorder of depression and suggests a plan for living life with a purpose.
Sibling expert and renowned psychotherapist Jeanne Safer, PhD joins Kathryn as they discuss Safer's latest book: “Cains Legacy.” Also joining Kathryn is Kevin Sheridan, Senior Vice President of HR Optimization and author of “The Virtual Manager: Cutting-Edge Solutions for Hiring, Managing, and Engaging Mobile Employees.”
Kathryn will interview Vincent Redmond, autism expert and Regional Director for the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD, Inc.). CARD, Inc. is one of the world’s largest organizations using applied behavior analysis (ABA) in the treatment of autism, Asperger’s syndrome, PDD-NOS, and other related disorders.
Afterwards, Kathryn will talk with Mary C. Gentile, author of “Giving Voice to Values: How To Speak Your Mind When You Know What’s Right”. Mary has worked at Harvard Business School developing the school’s first ethical decision-making curriculum, and currently serves as a Senior Research Scholar at Babson College.
Listen live on Wednesday, February 15th for two exciting and inspiring interviews. At 10 AM EST, Jill Iscol, President of the IF Hummingbird Foundation and co-founder of the Iscol Family Program for Leadership Development at Cornell University, will discuss her first book Hearts on Fire: Twelve Stories of Today’s Visionaries Igniting Idealism into Action.
Kathryn will also interview Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT and author of the book Wired for Love: How Understanding Your Partner's Brain and Attachment Style Can Help You Defuse Conflict and Build a Secure Relationship at 10:30 AM. Stan will share his expertise on relationships, attachment styles, couples therapy, and conflict defusion.
Listen to Kathryn's interview with Steven Petrow, author of STEVEN PETROW’S COMPLETE GAY & LESBIAN MANNERS www.gaymanners.com. Steven is a nationally syndicated columnist for Advocate.com., The Huffington Post, GayWeddings.com, and Yahoo!
As the granddaughter of illustrious author Ernest Hemingway, Mariel Hemmingway appeared predestined to be well known and publicly recognized. However, at the age of 13, Mariel became famous in her own right when she made her silver screen debut in Lipstick. Four years later, her work in Woody Allen's Manhattan earned her an Oscar nomination. She has since made 30 films as well as numerous television appearances and as a host of environmental and humanitarian documentaries. Her latest acting role is in Tapping the Source. Some say it's a movie...others call it a movement. Does it speak to politics, religion, economics, philanthropy, health, social... or perhaps, does it encompass them all? Whether Tapping the Source shifts your consciousness or remains an enigma is something only you can decide. Could the true star of Tapping the Source be you? For more information go to: http://www.marielhemingway.com/
As the granddaughter of illustrious author Ernest Hemingway, Mariel Hemmingway appeared predestined to be well known and publicly recognized. However, at the age of 13, Mariel became famous in her own right when she made her silver screen debut in Lipstick. Four years later, her work in Woody Allen's Manhattan earned her an Oscar nomination. She has since made 30 films as well as numerous television appearances and as a host of environmental and humanitarian documentaries. Her latest acting role is in Tapping the Source. Some say it's a movie...others call it a movement. Does it speak to politics, religion, economics, philanthropy, health, social... or perhaps, does it encompass them all? Whether Tapping the Source shifts your consciousness or remains an enigma is something only you can decide. Could the true star of Tapping the Source be you? For more information go to: http://www.marielhemingway.com/
Join Kathryn and psychologist and best selling author Neil Fiore PhD as they discuss his latest book The Now Habit at Work Perform Optimally, Maintain Focus, and Ignite Motivation in Yourself and Others. Dr Fiore's clients include AT&T, Levi Strauss, Kaiser Permanente and the Smithsonian Institute.
Join Kathryn and psychologist and best selling author Neil Fiore PhD as they discuss his latest book The Now Habit at Work Perform Optimally, Maintain Focus, and Ignite Motivation in Yourself and Others. Dr Fiore's clients include AT&T, Levi Strauss, Kaiser Permanente and the Smithsonian Institute.
Join Kathryn and Guests Andrea Israel producer/writer for ABC's Focus Earth and author Nancy Garfinkel as they discuss their new book The Recipe Club A Novel About Food and Friendship. Also joining Kathryn is Tracy Anderson Tracy Anderson's 30 Day Method The Weight-Loss Kick Start that Makes Perfection Possible. Tracy has trained stars Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jennifer Aniston and Courtney Cox.
Three sisters, best friends and now business partners, PRISSAM is the second chapter for Fredda, Lenore & Stacey. PRISSAM, named for their parents, Priscilla & Sam, is an art/giftware company that has found an extraordinary way to motivate, celebrate, honor and inspire. Stacey will discuss this unique art/giftware collections available at www.prissam.net .
Relationship author Ian Kerner PhD talks about a new study revealing the relationship between scent and love. Ian is a regular Today Show correspondent and New York Times best-selling author Love in the Time of Colic Learn why scent plays such an important role in attraction and how men can use these results to improve their dating life.
Join Kathryn and NY Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Larry Winget Your Kids are Your Own Fault A Guide for Creating Responsible Productive Adults. Also joining Kathryn is Carol Kana Director of Community Affairs for Give2TheTroops. Support our troops-with a good night's sleep. Comfort Our Troops program will send pillows to soldiers serving America overseas. Also joining Kathryn is Dr Irving Kirsch The Emperor's New Drugs: Exploring the Antidepressant Myth. Dr. Kirsch publishes in the British Journal of Medicine,Science, the New York Times and Newsweek.
Join Kathryn and Philip Landrigan MD Chair of the Department of Preventive Medicine and Professor of Pediatrics at The Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City. Dr. Landrigan is also principal investigator for the National Children's Study. This is the largest study of children's health in US history which will track 100,000 children from before birth through age 21 to determine the environmental and genetic factors that influence health and development. Also joining Kathryn is Barbara Burke the Napkin the melon & the monkey How to be Happy and Successful at Work and in Life by Simply Changing Your Mind.
Join Kathryn and Jennifer L. Cary President and Creator of Jennifer Cary Designs as seen on QVC and Fox Business Network as they discuss will jewelry survive this season? With unemployment rising, consumers are expected to cut back on their holiday spending. What are the major trends in jewelry during this recession? Find out why the jewelry market is weathering the storm.
Kathryn explores Why Women Have Sex. Do women have sex simply to reproduce or to display their affection? When University of Texas at Austin clinical psychologist Cindy M. Meston and evolutionary psychologist David M. Buss joined forces to investigate the underlying sexual motivations of women for WHY WOMEN HAVE SEX (Times Books/September 29, 2009), what they found astonished them... from relieving boredom, to keeping the peace in a relationship...
Kathryn and author Pamela Redmond Satran discuss Pamela's new book How Not to Act Old 185 Ways to Pass for Phat, Sick, Hot, Dope, Awesome, or at Least Not Totally Lame. OK so you workout. Color your hair. Even have a facebook account, and know how to use it. But do you still send email? Leave voice messages. Resist discussing your orgasms at business meetings? Then you might be acting older than you look, older than you think, older than is good for you. A columnist for Glamour Pamela also writes frequently for the New York Times, The Daily Beast and The Huffington Post. Go to HOWNOTTOACTHOLD.com.
Join Kathryn and New York Post Page Six gossip columnist, Paula Froelich as they discuss her debut novel MECURY IN RETROGRADE, a story about three very different women who—in classic New York style—just happen to share the same SoHo address. Also joining Kathryn is author Robert Mack Happiness from the Inside Out. He has appeared on the Today Show, The CBS Early Show, South Beach and MTV's Fashionably Loud.
Join Kathryn and author Jerilyn Ross MA, Director of the Ross Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders, CEO of the Anxiety Disorders Association of America, One Less Thing to Worry About Uncommon Wisdom for Coping with Common Anxieties. Recent appearances include the Today Show and NPR. Also joining Kathryn is author Amy Dickinson The Mighty Queens of Freeville A Mother, a Daughter, and the Town That Raised Them. Dickinson is a nationally syndicated Advice Columnist for the Chicago Tribune Ask Amy and NPR contributor.
Join Kathryn and Amy Tiemann PhD Mojo Mom Nurturing Yourself While Raising a Family as they answer the question Who am I now that I'm a Mom? What is Mommy Mojo? It's the feeling you get when you're a parent at the top of your game, juggling the kids and the many facets of life, and keeping your own needs in balance. Motherhood is a tremendous gift but it's also a huge identity shift. Getting your mojo back is not just an item for your to-do list---it's your right! Amy's national media appearances include The Today Show, the CBS Early Show and NBC News.
Join Kathryn and Glenn Sacks newspaper columnist and National Executive Director Fathers & Families, as they discuss some of the headlines which greeted Parenting Magazine’s new 'Mad at Dad' survey which found that 31% of mothers get 'little or no help' with childcare and 46% of mothers 'get irate with their husbands once a week or more.' The New York Times called the survey 'disturbing,' while a Washington Post columnist announced that mothers are 'literally killing themselves'.” Is this survey a wake-up call, a shocking portrait of dysfuction in American family life...
Join Kathryn and Judith S. Beck Phd, Director of the Beck Institute for Cognitive Therapy and Research, The Complete Beck Diet for Life. Weight loss expert Dr. Beck outlines a specific, balanced diet plan that teaches you how to EAT THIN and keep excess weight off for life. Also joining Kathryn is author Joselin Linder The Purity Test. Purity is multi-faceted and with this book, you can measure your general purity with a test made up of four sections: sexual, drug, criminal behavior and cardinal vice purity. In case you're left unsatisfied, there are also tests tailored to your gender and sexual orientation.
Join Kathryn and Dr. William Cooper, Chief of Cardiovascular Surgical Services at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital and Assistant Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Emory University School of Medicine. They will discuss keeping your heart healthy with the three pillars or keys to heart health. Also joining Kathryn is Andrew J. Sherman, Esq. attorney and business strategist who turns his attention towards personal growth in his new book, ROAD RULES: Be The Truck. Not The Squirrel. From stop signs to yield signs, from double yellow lines to turn signals, even a routine drive to the grocery store can teach us important life lessons.
Join Kathryn and author Karen Brody. Hailed, as 'The Vagina Monologues for Birth' by women's health expert Christiane Northrup MD, over one hundred performances of Karen Brody's critically acclaimed play Birth has taken place as part of BOLD, a global arts based movement inspiring communities to create childbirth choices that work for mothers.The evidence clearly states a hospital is not the only setting in which women can give birth safely. Also joining Kathryn is Marshawn Evans author S.K.I.R.T.S. in The Boardroom the definitive guide to being a modern-day sassy, savvy, sensible, and smart woman leader in 2008 and beyond.You’ve seen Marshawn Evans in Season 4 of Donald Trump’s The Apprentice, competing as a finalist in Miss America and building one of the most robust sports marketing firms in the country. The world has seen Marshawn transition from being labeled a problem child to beauty queen, high-powered entertainment attorney, media personality and author!
Join Kathryn and Jill Brooke Editor firstwivesworld.com as they discuss Can Marriage Survive a Special Needs Child? Brooke notes “A little-known fact is that the divorce rates for parents with special-needs children is tragically high. Sarah Palin’s VP run has brought the challenge of raising a special needs child to the national stage as never before. Sadly, one of the biggest challenges facing a family with a special needs child is the health of the marriage. Also joining Kathryn is Lisa Paige Hobyak Hope Paige Designs one of the leading designers of fashionable awareness jewelry and contemporary medical emergency bracelets. Hope introduces the brand new Kiss-a fun line of jewelry for the Hershey Corporation. Some of the 'kisses' are just for fun while a few pieces are designed to promote cancer awareness like the pink ribbon sterling silver breast cancer charm. Hope Paige Designs combines awareness with style, helping those fighting for a good cause spread the word.
Join Kathryn and Laurence Gonzales Everyday Survival Why Smart People Do Stupid Things Trouble will come to find us all. It always does. Gonzales explores how we can best use the lessons of our evolutionary history to overcome the hazards of everyday life.Whether you are climbing a mountain or the corporate ladder, Everyday Survival will change the way you view your choices in our complex, dangerous, and quickly changing world. Also joining Kathryn is Jess Weiner discussing The High Price of Low Self-Esteem. Dove Self-Esteem Fund is launching its largest effort yet to reach 5 million girls globally by 2010 with self-esteem programming. Self-esteem has become a national crisis in this country. The majority of girls feel they do not measure up in some way including their looks, performance in school and relationships. Most disturbing is that girls with low self-esteem are engaging in harmful and destructive behavior that can leave a lasting imprint on their lives!
Join Kathryn and Amy Wechsler MD THE MIND-BEAUTY CONNECTION, one of only two doctors in the country board-certified in both dermatology and psychiatry. Stress ages us. It’s a scientific fact that negative emotions, sleep deprivation, and high-pressure schedules wear on our looks—especially our skin. As we all cope with ever-increasing career demands, household hassles, family pressures, and financial concerns, the stress is written all over our faces in the form of premature lines, skin spots, and sagging. The good part is that stress aging is almost entirely reversible. And THE MIND-BEAUTY CONNECTION shows us how. This one-of-a-kind book provides a unique perspective to people’s skin troubles by linking them with life’s daily stresses—and provides the solutions to both. In a revolutionary test, Wechsler first helps you determine your Skin Age - how old you look versus how old you are. Dr. Wechsler has been featured on the Today Show, in O Magazine, InStyle and the New York Times.
Join Kathryn and Christopher Blazina PhD THE SECRET LIVES OF MEN:What Men Want You to Know About Love, Sex, and Relationships. Although they have been taught to distance themselves from vulnerability or hide emotional aspects of their psyche, men really do want to be understood and come out of the shadows of the fear that binds them. The Ten Commandments of Growing up Male guide men's notions of what it means to be a man. They often lead to confusion concerning sex and intimacy, making men fearful of anything associated with the feminine, and feeling that there is only one acceptable way to be a man. Also joining Kathryn is Editor Julie Gerstein of Lemondrop AOL’s new lifestyle site created by women, for women, covering everything from money and politics to celebrity news, health, shopping and beauty tips, a girl’s one stop shop for online news and features. Retro Fab - Work - Dating and Love.
Join Kathryn and Bill Tancer CLICK: What Millions of People Are Doing Online and Why It Matters. “What time of year do teenage girls search for prom dresses online? And how does the quick adoption of technology affect business success (and how is that related to corn farmers in Iowa)? How is the Internet itself affecting the way we experience the world? Search data appears to tell us that Internet searchers are more interested in the image of the candidate than they are in the candidate’s stance on issues or his or her voting record. Tancer takes us behind the scenes into the massive database of online intelligence to reveal the naked truth about how we use the Web, navigate to sites, and search for information—and what all of that says about who we are. After all, we are what we click. Tancer writes a weekly column for Time.com and was named one of the 12 people to watch in the television industry by TVWeek. ”
Join Kathryn and U of Chicago Prof. John T. Cacioppo Loneliness Human Nature and the Need for Social Connection “Cacioppo presents alarming evidence that a sense of rejection or isolation disrupts not only our thinking abilities, will power, and perseverance but also key cellular processes deep within the human body. Over time, this feeling of isolation-also know as loneliness-can lead to high blood pressure, a decline in the immune response, a dramatic increase in the corrosive effects of stress and can impair DNA transcription in our immune cells. It also limits our ability to internally regulate our emotions trapping us in self-defeating behaviors that reinforce the very isolation and rejection that we dread. His findings suggest that chronic loneliness may well belong on the list of risk factors for health alongside smoking, obesity, or lack of exercise. All the more disturbing, then, that studies tell us roughly 60 million people in the US are feeling lonely at any given moment.”
Join Kathryn and Neurosurgery Prof Allan Hamilton MD The Scalpel and the Soul: Encounters with Surgery, the Supernatural, and the Healing Power of Hope. “With 30 yrs experience as a Harvard-educated brain surgeon he shares a rare glimpse of how the spiritual and the supernatural manifest themselves even in the high-tech world of 21st century intensive care units or operating rooms. When life is threatened the soul can exert mysterious powers to help patient or family cope with such challenging times.” Also joining Kathryn is Christopher Tennant The Official Filthy Rich HANDBOOK (How the Other.0001% Lives) “Imagine a cash windfall $30 million or more to spend as you pleased. Would you winter in Gstaad, summer in St. Tropez or is Nantucket more your speed? Do you know whether to hire a majordomo or a butler? Or whether to send your ‘exhausted’ (read: alcoholic) daughter to Promises in Malibu or Crossroads in Antigua? Packed with everything you need to know to keep up with the Gateses.”
Join Kathryn and NY Times best-selling author Elin Hilderbrand as they discuss her new novel A Summer Affair. Claire Danner Crispin has a problem with setting limits. All her life she has taken on every responsibility, assumed every burden, and granted every request. Claire wants it all, and in the eyes of her friends, she has it: devoted husband, four beautiful children, successful career as an artist. So when Claire is asked to chair the committee for the social event of the year, the Nantucket Children's Summer Gala what else can she say... Also joining Kathryn is Bea Fields Helicopter Parents Hovering Too Closely Over the Workplace. Are you hurting your child's professional development and his or her chances to land the job? Helicopter parents have not only been bombarding college campuses, they are now flying way too close to the workplace, including calling HR departments to negotiate terms for their children and berating them for not hiring their sons or daughters!”
Join Kathryn and former executive story editor of HBO's Emmy-winning Sex and the City Liz Tuccillo as they discuss her new novel How to Be Single: A Novel, the ultimate adventure for the modern single girl. It's an elusive dating game where the rules keep changing. Also joining Kathryn is NY Times best selling author Maureen Kelly Nuns Having Fun. Did you know that Madonna once wanted to be a nun? Who ever said that fun and nun are mutually exclusive? Kathryn and Andrea J Buchanan The Pocket Daring Book For Girls discuss high-pressured and competitive 21st century modern girlhood. Why can't girls just be girls? Also joining Kathryn is the Food Networks Anne Burrell Secrets of a Restaurant Chef. With extensive experience as a top restaurant chef and a lifelong passion for food Burrell takes the mystery (and apprehension) out of the professional kitchen and highlights the practical techniques necessary to create delicious at home meals.
Join Kathryn and communications expert Arch Lustberg How to Sell Yourself Using Leadership, Likability and Luck to Succeed as they discuss 'likability' the secret of winning communication. Also joining Kathryn is Lauren Fix- America's Award Winning Automotive Expert The Car Coach Lauren Fix's Guide to Loving Your Car: Everything You Need to Know to Take Charge of Your Car and Get On with Your Life. Kathryn and James S. Gordon MD Unstuck Your Guide to the Seven-Stage Journey Out of Depression assert Depression is not a disease but a sign that our lives are out of balance yet, approximately 200 million prescriptions for antidepressants will be written in the US this year! Also joining Kathryn is performance coach Gary Siegel PhD The Mouth Trap Strategies Tips and Secrets to Keep Your Foot Out of Your Mouth. Is 'the foot-in-mouth syndrome' just a momentary lapse in judgement or a genetic problem of missing the ever crucial brain-to-mouth filter?
Join Kathryn and NY Times best-selling author Elin Hilderbrand as they discuss her new novel A Summer Affair. Claire Danner Crispin has a problem with setting limits. All her life she has taken on every responsibility, assumed every burden, and granted every request. Claire wants it all, and in the eyes of her friends, she has it: devoted husband, four beautiful children, successful career as an artist. So when Claire is asked to chair the committee for the social event of the year, the Nantucket Children's Summer Gala what else can she say... Also joining Kathryn is Bea Fields Helicopter Parents Hovering Too Closely Over the Workplace. Are you hurting your child's professional development and his or her chances to land the job? Helicopter parents have not only been bombarding college campuses, they are now flying way too close to the workplace, including calling HR departments to negotiate terms for their children and breating them for not hiring their sons or daughters!
Join Kathryn and Clinical Director Chestnut Hill Institute of Boston Mira Kirshenbaum When Good People Have Affairs Inside the Hearts and Minds of People in two Relationships who reveals there are 17 Different Kinds of Affairs. You can't know what to do about your affair until you know why you're in it the first place. Also joining Kathryn is Pamela Skillings Escape from Corporate America: A Practical Guide to Creating the Career of Your Dreams. ... she enumerates the stages of 'Corporate Disillusionment' and features of the 'toxic workplace', bullying bosses, moronic co-workers, 'terminal boredom' and rampant racism and sexism-Publishers Weekly. Kathryn and Merci Miglino From Doormat to Diva take you on the road to personal stardom redefining selfishness, empowerment and extreme self-care. Miglino recognizes every women's desire to take center stage and takes you on a journey from back stage to center stage in 10 simple steps. Learn the true divine nature of the Diva in you!
Join Kathryn and Sophie Uliano Gorgeously Green 8 Simple Steps to an Earth-Friendly Life as seen on Oprah with friend Julia Roberts. Green is the new Black. Adopting a green lifestyle is among the most positive choices you can make. But being green doesn't have to make life grey. Every woman can learn how to look and feel fabulous without polluting herself or the planet. Also joining Kathryn are Lauren Allison and Lisa Perry The Woman Who is Always Tan and Has a Flat Stomach. You know the overprotective PTA mom who needs to be resuscitated after she finds out her son was fed a hotdog or the couple who sends out the annual holiday letter about how their little Timmy came up with an alternative to fossil fuels. Less than perfect moms will relate to 50 of these most annoying people.Arthur Agatston MD The South Beach Diet Supercharged :Faster Weight Loss and Better Health for Life and Kathryn will discuss tips for making healthy lifestyle choices most of the time!
Join Kathryn and CEO Michelle Yozzo Drake From the Kitchen to the Corner Office: Mom's Wisdom on Leadership. Can a perfect loaf of bread provide a lesson in leadership or can a Thanksgiving meal provide insight into organizational structure? Mom thinks so. Apply 'simple truths from Mom' to the workplace for limitless success! Considered one of the most demanding jobs in the world, why are we so quick to discount the feminine wisdom of Moms when tackling workplace issues? Also joining Kathryn is Karen Salmansohn The Bounce Back Book how to thrive in the face of adversity, setbacks and losses.Whether it's a bad breakup, a serious illness or loss of a job, life has a habit of throwing in adversity when you least expect it. When life throws you curveballs hit them out of the park. It’s called 'The Vortex' says Salmansohn when life's problems feel seemingly insurmountable and the downward spiral will only continue- everyone has at least one in their lifetime.
Join Kathryn and real estate expert Barbara Corcoran Nextville What's stopping you from taking the big step and moving to the perfect place to begin the best chapter of your life? The happiest people I know are always those brave souls who seized opportunities, while the saddest are those who stood by and watched. Former NY Times columnist Ellyn Spragins If I'd Known Then Women in their 20's & 30'S Write letters to Their Younger Selves offers glimpses into the stories of extraordinary women filled with advice and wisdom -inspiring others to live their best lives. Andrew D. Blechman Leisureville Adventure in America's Retirement Utopias explores the growing phenomenon of age-segregated housing and the way it is reshaping our idea of retirement. Award winning photographer Rosanne Olson This is Who I Am - our beauty in all shapes and sizes will discuss portraits of women ages 19 to 95 who were willing to expose their naked physical forms to glorify the real beauty of all women.
Join Kathryn and Dennie Hughes USA Weekend Magazine's contributing editor and RelationTips writer as she provides insights into resolving relationship irritations and sorting through a new survey on how snoring impacts all aspects of a couples relationship. Also joining Kathryn is former broadcaster Sheila Key 50 Ways to Leave Your 40s. Why is it that whenever someone passes that milestone birthday of 50 they automatically assume they are old? Does one birthday really make a difference in how you look and feel? Kathryn and life coach Julia Roberts Motherhood to Otherhood Step Up to a New You will discuss strategies to help women reclaim their power, focus and motivation using lessons learned as a mom to create a new life Former literary agent at ICM Talent and attorney Maggie Marr Secrets of the Hollywood Girls Club and Kathryn discuss Maggie's book a spot-on insider's look at an industry in which those at the top of their game must do anything to keep from being brought down.
Join Kathryn and NY Times bestselling author W. Bruce Cameron 8 Simple Rules For Marrying My Daughter. His previous book was the basis for the ABC TV show 8 Simple Rules. “Cameron offers hilarious advice for every father whose little girl is all grown up and heading down the aisle - whether he's ready or not. It's never too early for a father to start worrying about how no man is good enough for his little girl. And why, during the planning and execution of this complex ritual, is his sage advice and counsel only appreciated by, well, himself?” Also joining Kathryn is 71-year-old storyteller Paul Zeiger, Colorado yoga instructor whose life changed after the shock of being diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease (PD) at age 69. “He decided to take the challenge head-on... Proud Hands is filled with personal photos and stories sharing messages of hope and encouragement. PD affects many areas of a person's daily living but it does not need to become the entire story of a person's life.”
Join Kathryn and Martha Weinman Lear former staff writer for the NY Times Magazine Where Did I Leave My Glasses The What When and Why of Normal Memory Loss.- for any Baby Boomer who has said 'What did I come in here for... Puzzled by her own forgetfulness, Lear learned that most memory lapses beginning in middle age are universal and normal. With other professionals she explores the whys and wherefores of garden variety memory loss, offering reassurance and hope to millions of forgetful folks! Also joining Kathryn is psychiatrist Gordon Livingston MD Too Soon Old,Too Late Smart, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, writer Washington Post, SF Chronicle, awarded the Bronze Star for valor in Vietnam. Livingston is a parent twice bereaved---in one thirteen month period, he lost his eldest son to suicide, his youngest to leukemia. Out of a lifetime of experience he has extracted 30 bedrock truths which everyone of us grapples with as we strive to make the most of the life we have left.
Join Kathryn and author Jordan McAuley The Celebrity Black Book containing over 40,000 celebrity addresses- movie, television, music, sports stars, politicians, authors, directors, and more. This book is perfect for Fans- most celebrities will respond to autograph requests with signed photos, letters, CDs or posters, Nonprofit Organizations- get autographed items and auction them off at fundraising events and Authors, Business Professionals- get publicity and endorsements for your books, products and services! Also joining Kathryn is Sunny Anderson who debuted as a special guest on Emeril Live. She will be the newest addition to Food Network’s popular 'In the Kitchen' weekend block with her new series, Cooking For Real. With an understanding of the need for uncomplicated dishes with affordable, easy to find ingredients, Sunny offers real food, for real life combining her approach to classic comfort foods along with her passion for unique flavors inspired by her many travels.
Join Kathryn and popular grill duo, Chris Schlesinger, award-winning king of the grill and John Doc Willoughby, Executive Editor of Gourmet magazine who have spent years spanning the globe to collect more than 200 original recipes for their inventive new book, Grill It! Learn the benefit of their four essential grilling techniques, as well as 10 key tips for better grilled food -- the best grill for you, building the right fire, controlling the heat, and testing for doneness! Also joining Kathryn is Actionist Jess Weiner who motivates and inspires women to take action in their everyday lives. Her new book Life Doesn't Begin Five Pounds From Now decodes the language of fat that women speak every day and explores how body image controls the way women think about all aspects of their lives: health, wealth, family, career, and relationships. America's 'Queen of Self-Esteem' is seen frequently on the Tyra Banks Show, Fox, Oprah, Today, CNN and pens a column for Seventeen Magazine.
Join Kathryn and Kaira Sturdivant Rouda Real You Incorporated: 8 Essentials for Women Entrepreneurs seen on Fox Business News Happy Hour. It's a fact; every sixty seconds a woman starts a business. And while women represent a dominant force in the ever-growing business economy, the demand to fit into the corporate 'boys club' is still pervasive. Kaira reveals the secret to building a successful brand and successful business, by refusing to fit in... Also joining Kathryn is Martha Weinman Lear former staff writer for the NY Times Magazine Where Did I Leave My Glasses The What When and Why of Normal Memory Loss.This is for any Baby Boomer who has said, 'What did I come in here for... Puzzled by her own forgetfulness, Lear learned that most memory lapses beginning in middle age are universal and normal. Relating fascinating insights from professionals she explores the whys and wherefores of garden variety memory loss, offering reassurance and hope to millions of forgetful folks!
Join Kathryn and Marybeth Bond “the gutsy traveler” and author of Best Girlfriend Getaways. Marybeth has walked, hiked, climbed, cycled and kayaked her way across 6 continents and 70 countries. She will discuss how to navigate the world as a woman traveler, offering tips and practical advice. Featured guest on Oprah, the travel expert for CBS/Evening Magazine and Adventure Editor for travel magazine she is “THE” International travel expert for women. Also joining Kathryn is Pati Grady Founder and President of The Cooperstown Cookie Company™ which celebrates the love of baseball and the love of cookies with delightful and delicious baseball-themed gifts. In October 2004, she unveiled her Classic Baseball Shortbread at the World Series Gala at the National Baseball Hall of Fame. The delicious success of her baseball-shaped cookies has been heralded by the New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times and Town & Country.
Join Kathryn and Cristina Carlson producer, former Radio City Rockette and Brown U graduate who has spent the past four years traveling the world as Host and Travel Editor of Travel ala Mode on American Airlines and US Airways. They'll discuss trends in the travel industry for women including women focused travel destinations and expanded options and services for them. U.S. women have become a driving force in the travel industry and it is estimated that they will spend some $125 billion on travel in 2008! Also joining Kathryn is author Leslie Lehr Wife Goes On .Today more than 15 million women over the age of 25 are divorced. The U.S. Census reports people who marry today stand only an 82% chance of making it to their 5th anniversary and only an estimated 33% will ever reach their 25th anniversary. It’s no wonder that a new product called marriage insurance will soon be hitting the market. Lehr will discuss this and a variety of other issues related to divorce.
Join Kathryn and fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi making sense of political fashion with his State of the Fashion Address. With primaries in full swing Americans still remain undecided on the issues. But one issue is clear- on the road to the White House image is everything. Is Hillary's style helping or harming her political image? Joe Piscatella The Road to a Healthy Heart Runs Through the Kitchen was diagnosed with coronary disease at 32 and told he wouldn't live to see his children graduate from HS. At 63 he shares his lessons-from life and from the kitchen-that have kept him alive and healthy for more than 30 years. Also joining Kathryn is figure consultant Donnalisa Wray who saysActresses are emerging from special 'pampering suites' looking inches slimmer for their walk down the red carpet... What kind of body makeover magic is happening.. Tinseltown's glamour gals are getting last minute beauty boosts with an 'instant' slim-down treatment 'The Suddenly Slender Body Wrap'.
Join Kathryn and Ruth Ellenson The Modern Jewish Girl's Guide to Guilt, sure to strike a chord with any woman who’s ever had a pang of conscience between doing what she wants and what her tradition expects of her. Whether it's the pressure of hearing a grandmother's biological clock start to tick or the horror of being outed as a lesbian at your mother's Yiddish club their predicaments will make you laugh cry and howl in recognition. Her writing has appeared in the Los Angeles Times, People. Also joining Kathryn is Nieca Goldberg MD Medical Dir. NYU Women’s Heart Program Dr. Nieca Goldberg's Complete Guide to Women's Health.Women's bodies aren't just small versions of men's. They have different medical needs and different ways of relating to treatment so they may not be getting the care they need. They have to get in the habit of telling their doctors everything and 'I want to be the doctor going to the doctor with you'.” She has appeared on Today,Good Morning America,The View.
Join Kathryn and senior cookbook editor Cheri Olerud as they discuss the Betty Crocker Cookbook heart health edition. This Betty Crocker Cookbook with it's Heart Health section can help you in your daily quest to lead a heart healthy life. Although heart disease still has a reputation of being a man's disease, the truth is that it kills one in four women! Also joining Kathryn is psychologist Amy Tiemann PhD Mojo Mom to discuss 'What is Social Networking,YouTube, My Space, Facebook, Linkedin?' There are huge generational divides. Even 30 year olds are somewhat 'out of it'. The CEO of Facebook is 23 years old! Also joining Kathryn is Food Network Host Marc Summers. This Feb the best recipes in America battle head-to-head for national glory in the new Food Network series Ultimate Recipe Showdown. The series features everyday folks competing in a Kitchen Stadium-like arena to pit their best dishes against one another.The action kicks off Sun Feb.17 at 9pm ET/PT for six weeks.
Join Kathryn and Sandra Yancey founder and CEO of eWomenNetwork.com, the fastest growing membership-based women’s business network in North America with a database of over 400,000 women business owners and executives. Sandra hosts the eWomenNetwork Radio Show and also established the eWomenNetwork Foundation to address the physical and financial health of underprivileged women and girls. Mother of two and first-generation Hispanic-American, she credits her mother, born in Guanajuato, Mexico, for giving her the strength to follow her dreams. Also joining Kathryn is Harlan R. Weinberg MD Dr. Weinberg's Guide to the Best Health Resources on the Web. The Internet can be a vast, intimidating place when you're looking for honest, informative medical information. Sure, you can look up thousands of sites on Google at the click of a mouse, but how do you know if the advice on a particular site is good, or, if followed, might worsen your condition? http://www.kathrynzox.com/
Join Kathryn Editor Victoria Zackheim and contributing authors Masha Hamilton and Aimee Liu as they discuss For Keeps Women Tell the Truth About Their Bodies, Growing Older, and Acceptance. ”Why is it that with everything women have accomplished, we still struggle with our feelings about our bodies? Perhaps it's because, in our society, body image has become a loaded term. In For Keeps twenty seven gifted authors write personal essays about how body image has colored, changed or enriched their lives…or how life's events have changed their body image. We women often devote boundless effort to beauty and fitness, but usually by fighting our bodies rather than befriending them. So maybe it shouldn't be a surprise that when we face injury, illness, or old age, we are often devastated---in truth, we feel betrayed by our own bodies. For Keeps is more than an acceptance of getting older---it's about accepting who you are, period. Kathryn's new website is http://www.kathrynzox.com/.
Join Kathryn and John Gray PhD internationally recognized communication and relationships expert, author of Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus in an hour long discussion of his seminal new book WHY MARS & VENUS COLLIDE. Building on the important work of his previous book Gray examines how traditional male and female roles have evolved, how these changes have increased stress levels in our lives, and how they affect romantic relationships. While changing sex roles over the last 100 years have severely increased stress in our lives, he explains that men and women naturally react to stress in vastly different ways, and shows how without understanding Mars and Venus’ differences, couples will experience unnecessary frustration—and the battle of the planets will truly begin. Gray has appeared on Oprah, The Today Show, Good Morning America, The View, Larry King and has been profiled in Newsweek, Time, Forbes, USA Today. Kathryn's new website http://www.kathrynzox.com/
Join Kathryn and Nanette Gartrell MD Center of Excellence in Women's Health UC SF. NO is a very simple word—two letters, one syllable. Yet many women have a hard time saying it without feeling anxious or guilty. In My Answer Is NO.... If That's Okay with You Dr.Gartrell takes a fresh look at why even the most powerful, accomplished, and successful women find it difficult to say NO and offers a revolutionary approach to setting limits without jeopardizing important relationships. She has appeared on PBS and CNN. Also joining Kathryn is VocationVacations founder Brian Kurth Test Drive Your Dream Job:A Step-by-Step Guide to Finding and Creating the Work You Love. Are you still trying to figure out what you want to be when you grow up? You have a good job that pay the bills but doesn't bring meaning to your life.Try the career of your dreams without risking your present job, next mortgage payment or your kids' future... Kurth has appeared on the TODAY Show, CNN, NBC.
Join Kathryn and Emmy award-winning journalist Richard M. Cohen Strong at the Broken Places:Voices of IIlness, a Chorus of Hope. Cohen examines chronic illnesses that citizens of sickness face every day as he fights his own battle with multiple sclerosis. He presents a moving and inspirational look at incurable disease, an honest and intimate window into five lives lived with strength courage and self-determination. Cohen lives in NYC with his wife Today Show host Meredith Vieira and their three children. Also joining Kathryn is economist Linda Nazareth The Leisure Economy How Changing Demographics, Economics and Generational Attitudes Will Reshape Our Lives and Our Industries. Soon the Baby Boomers will get off their commuter trains for good and parachute into the world beyond work, and when they do, the leisure economy will begin... It will be a radical shift--the time crunch economy will become the leisure economy and nothing will be the same. Boomers will ...make leisure cool!
Join Kathryn and Parenting Magazine founder Robin Wolaner as they discuss the inspiriation behind her latest endeavor.Whether it's finding a new career, starting a new relationship or making connections, TeeBeeDee.com is the experience network for the 40+crowd.Twenty years after starting Parenting Magazine Robin looked around and found no place for her generation to connect. She wasn't ready to retire and wanted to keep growing so she launched TeeBeeDee.com an experience network for people over 40! Also joining Kathryn is relationship expert MSNBC Fox News Dr. Debra Mandel author of Dump That Chump: From Dormat to Diva in only Nine Steps--A Guide to Getting over Mr. Wrong. Drawing from her years of experience witnessing intelligent and attractive women stay in unhealthy relationships... Dr. Mandel examines why women stay committed to guys who fail to treat them with the love and respect they deserve. Find out how to get over Mr. Wrong and pave the way to finding Mr Right.
Join Kathryn and Rebecca Shambaugh President CEO SHAMBAUGH Leadership, selected one of Entrepreneur magazine's top entrepreneurial companies in the D.C. area. Her new book It's Not a Glass Ceiling It's a Sticky Floor explores the 7 'Sticky Floors' that prevent women from moving forward, getting ahead and competing with their male counterparts in the workplace. Rebecca will help you turn the top 7 career breakers for women into career makers! She's been featured on PBS and in the New York Times. Also joining Kathryn is Emily Post's great-great-granddaughter ettiquette expert Anna Post Emily Post's Wedding Parties Smart Ideas for Stylish Parties From Engagement to Reception and Everything in Between. Weddings are more than just the Big Day--the parties start months ahead... Looking for ways to throw a super shower on a budget or wondering if it's OK to email invitations? Anna will give you up-to-date info on all the latest trends in wedding-party customs and entertaining styles.
Join Kathryn and science writer Jennifer Ackerman Sex Sleep Eat Drink Dream A Day in the Life of Your Body as they take you through a typical day, from the arousal of the senses in the morning to the reverie of sleep and dreams. Learn the best time of day to drink a cocktail, take a nap, run a race, give a presentation or take medication along with other curious facts like how 'a man may be able to tell when a woman is ovulating just by looking at her face'. Jennifer writes for National Geographic and the New York Times. Also joining Kathryn is Bill Cawley a former Executive Vice President at Bank of America, motivational speaker and quadriplegic who has inspired thousands of people with his story. His life changed forever on August 1992 - 24 years old, a Penn State grad hanging out with his friends at their beach house on the Jersey shore. In just three seconds what started out as a quick dive into the bay ended in tragedy.
Join Kathryn and Rebecca Shambaugh President CEO SHAMBAUGH Leadership, selected one of Entrepreneur magazine's top entrepreneurial companies in the D.C. area. Her new book It's Not a Glass Ceiling It's a Sticky Floor explores the 7 'Sticky Floors' that prevent women from moving forward, getting ahead and competing with their male counterparts in the workplace. Rebecca will help you turn the top 7 career breakers for women into career makers! She's been featured on PBS and in the New York Times. Also joining Kathryn is Emily Post's great-great-granddaughter ettiquette expert Anna Post Emily Post's Wedding Parties Smart Ideas for Stylish Parties From Engagement to Reception and Everything in Between. Weddings are more than just the Big Day--the parties start months ahead... Looking for ways to throw a super shower on a budget or wondering if it's OK to email invitations? Anna will give you up-to-date info on all the latest trends in wedding-party customs and entertaining styles.
Join Kathryn and NY Times Best Selling Author Patricia Schultz 1000 Places to See in the USA and Canada Before You Die. Sail the Maine Windjammers. Explore the gold-mining trails in Alaska's Denali wilderness. Collect exotic shells on the beaches of Captiva. For every city Patricia has dozens of unexpected suggestions and essential destinations. Her book is organized by region and by interest--wilderness, great dining, best beaches, world-class museums, and more. Also joining Kathryn is Diane Rossen Worthington food writer consultant and James Beard Award-winning Broadcaster trained at the London Cordon Bleu. Her new book Seriously Simple Holidays Receipes and Ideas to Celebrate the Season has arrived just in time to help you enjoy entertaining with style and grace by keeping things simple during the holidays. Besides festive receipes and ideas for hosting the perfect party you'll also learn practical tips on how to spend more time at the party and less time in the kitchen!
Join Kathryn and Henry Lodge MD NY Times best selling author of Younger Next Year for Women Smart women don't grow older, they grow younger. Did you know that 70% of 'normal' aging is optional and that 50% of all illnesses associated with aging can be eliminated? Find out how to live strong, fit and sexy until you're 80 or beyond. With millions of baby boomers retiring there has never been a better time to become younger next year! Also join Kathryn and Julee Rosso author of The Silver Palate Cookbook as they discuss the Silver Anniversary Edition. America's favorite cookbook is 25 and still perfect for the holidays. Learn how to begin a great holiday dinner party, keep it flowing, create mousse magic, the secrets to the perfect cheese plate and even how to serve the best cocktails. The freshest ingredients, combined with intriguing flavors and the magic of unusual presentations have become the trademarks of cooking the Silver Palate Cookbook way!
Join Kathryn and Dr. Sally Morgan Reis U of Connecticut Professor, Past President of the National Association for Gifted Children and Principal Investigator for the National Research Center on the Gifted and Talented. Her recent book Work Left Undone Choices & Compromises of Talented Females describes the current network of choices and options facing gifted and talented girls and women today. You'll learn how these personal choices and decisions influence the ways in which theses women develop and use their talents for professional accomplishments and personal fulfillment. Also joining Kathryn is author Jenny Levin Harper's Bazaar--Great Style The Best Ways to Update Your Look and the magazine's former senior fashion news editor. Want to look fabulous at any age? Jenny reveals the secrets of the world's most fashionable women and how to identify the look that's right for you: not the here today, gone tomorrow fads, but practical advice on timeless style.
Join Kathryn and BRAVO's 'Top Chef' Contestant and Natural Food Expert Andrea Beaman as they discuss Wholesome Eating 101. After the death of her mother, witnessing the devastating effects of modern medical treatments for cancer, Andrea knew there had to be an alternative way to heal the body without destroying it in the process. Andrea put that theory to the test when diagnosed with a debilitating thyroid disease, altering her nutrient poor diet, using natural methods that promoted her health. Also joining Kathryn is US correspondent for British Vogue online Barbra Horowitz. Ever look into your closet and think, 'I have nothing to wear or I need a bigger house'? Before you grab your credit card or call your real estate agent reach for Barbra Horowitz's Closet Control: The Ultimate Guide to Revitalizing Your Wardrobe and Revolutionizing the WayYou Store It. Learn how to organize your closet and purge it from the old, unstylish, once-trendy clothing that you'll never wear again!
Join Kathryn and CEO Christopher V. Flett What Men Don't Tell Women About Business: Opening Up the Heavily Guarded Alpha Male Playbook.What happens when a confessed Young Alpha Male decides to break the code of silence; give serious ambitious women the scoop on how men view women in business and explain everything women need to know about dealing with men professionally? Everybody wins ... 'Men put the glass ceiling in place but women keep it there'. Also joining Kathryn is Marriage and Family Therapist Hal Edward Runkel MS Screamfree Parenting The Revolutionary Approach to Raising Your Kids by Keeping Your Cool. They will discuss Runkel's pivotal truth: that no one, not even your kids, can make you feel or do anything. They can't put you over the edge. They are not that powerful. You always have a choice--your child is not the keeper of your emotional remote control. Hal has appeared on NBC's The Today Show and can be seen regularly on NBC's iVillage Live.
Join Kathryn and Cynthia Good CEO Founding Editor of Pink Magazine. “PINK represents more than a color...today a growing number of women who are at, or heading for the top, are comfortable with their own pinkness-the color, the attitude, and the opportunity it represents. In 2007, PINK will host its 3rd annual conference series featuring six high-impact events across the nation. These powerful events bring together a few select influential business leaders - who just happen to be women!” Also joining Kathryn is law professor Kingsley Browne Co-Ed Combat The New Evidence That Women Shouldn't Fight The Nation's Wars. He advocates that “The push for sexual integration of combat forces rests on one of the central dogmas of twentieth century social science, that men and women are largely interchangeable…scientific evidence now reveals there are fundamental differences between the sexes and brings into question feminist assumptions such as...Can an all-volunteer Army afford to reject women?”
Join Kathryn Kathleen Archambeau and Victoria Zackheim as they discuss The Other Woman:Twenty-one Wives Lovers, and Others Talk Openly About Sex, Deception, Love and Betrayal 'She's been called the harpy, the Jezebel, the Lorelei, the bitch..In truth she is someone's daughter, mother, friend, confidante. She seduces husbands, breaks up marriages, and occasionally becomes a stepmother. Sometimes she is even a victim. Who is this creature who arrives like a wrecking ball to destroy lives and families? She is the Other Woman-but she's only half the story.' Also joining Kathryn is David Eigen PhD Men-The Gods of Love which 'reveals the myths, illusions, false beliefs, and outright lies that shape the masculine energy. For centuries there has been an ongoing battle of who makes a better friend a man or a woman. Many argue that it is impossible for men and women to be friends, it always leads to sexual tension. Men are continuously bombarded with conflicting illusions..What makes a real man?
Join Kathryn and Dr. Meg Meeker, pediatric and adolescent physician, as they discuss her recent book Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters, which reveals that a young woman's relationship with her father is far more important than we've ever realized. Daughters need their father's attention, protection, courage and wisdom in order to become a strong confident woman. Dr. Meeker will share the 10 secrets every father needs to know in order to strengthen or rebuild bonds with their daughters. Also joining Kathryn is Dr. Kenneth Duckworth Medical Director for the National Alliance on Mental Health and assistant professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. They will discuss Bipolar Disorder Awareness Day Oct 11 which aims to increase awareness of Bipolar Disorder, promote early detection, accurate diagnosis and reduce stigma. Over 10 Million people in the USA have Bipolar Disorder and only about 27 percent actually receive treatment!
Join Kathryn and Amy Dubois Barnett, Deputy Editor in Chief of Harper's Bazaar and author of Get Yours, The Girlfriends Guide to Having Everything You Ever Dreamed of and More as they discuss how you can achieve your wildest dreams. Get Yours is a powerful guide that gives all women the tools they need to discover their passion, create their purpose and live an adventurous and fulfilling life. Many women want to make changes, but don't know where to begin! Also joining Kathryn is Lauren Nelson Miss America 2007 in her 'digital crusade for online child welfare', whose goal is to heighten the awareness for protecting our children on the Internet. Lauren feels it is critical for parents to police their children's keyboard because of the danger of being approached by online predators.The Miss America Organization has partnered with the Children's Educational Network to create the 'world's first Miss America Kid Safe Browser' providing daily internet safety tips to children.
Join Kathryn and Cristina Page, author of ‘How the Pro-Choice Movement Saved America: Freedom, Politics and the War on Sex’. Her policy proposals have been adopted by NYC Mayor Bloomberg. She has worked in the editorial departments of Glamour and Ms. Magazines. Her op-eds have appeared in The New York Times. .... it’s clear that Cristina Page is looking for common ground—profound understanding—between those frightened to interrupt biology in motion and those determined to control their own destiny.” —Ariel Levy, Female Chauvinist Pigs. Also joining Kathryn is JoAnn E. Manson MD Professor of Medicine and Women's Health at Harvard Medical School, author of Hot Flashes Hormones & Your Health. Hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, difficulty with concentration, sexual dysfunction ---are these symptoms of menopause disrupting your quality of life? You are not alone. Not all women feel at the mercy of their hormones during perimenopause. However, for those who do, there is good news.
Join Kathryn and sports performance psychologist Dr. Adrianne Ahern as they discuss her Snap Out of It Now Process.Top athletes and highly successful business people know that peak performance is 99%mental.Most of us live far below our potential-not because we're lazy or disinterested but due to the hard-wiring of our brains. Also joining Kathryn is Harvard Medical School physician David Herzog MD, author of Unlocking the Mysteries of Eating Disorders: A Life Saving Guide to Your Child's Treatment and Recovery. They will discuss this insightful guide which shatters the myths, mysteries and misconceptions surrounding eating disorders.
Kathryn and Clinical Social Worker Bob Livingstone will discuss his new book The Mind Body Soul Solution Healing Emotional Pain through Exercise. Bob's revolutionary program 'combines daily exercise with practical self-help psychotherapy techniques to relieve emotional pain and achieve total well-being'. For instance, anger may get lodged in the muscles of the shoulders, unsettle the digestive tract or even break out in rashes on the skin. Find out how to change all that, simply, and with results that are often quick and dramatic! Also joining Kathryn is Robert A. Emmons, Ph.D author of thanks! How the new science of gratitude can make you happier. His work has been featured in the Washington Post, Newsweek and Time Magazine. Did you know that there is a crucial component of happiness that is overlooked and that people who regularly practice grateful thinking can increase their set-point for happiness by as much as 25 percent...
Join Kathryn and neuropsychiatrist Louann Brizendine, M.D. as they discuss one of the most talked about books of the year ‘The Female Brain’. In a breezy, playful style, Brizendine follows the development of women's brains from birth through the teen years, to courting, pregnancy, childbirth and child-rearing, and on to menopause and beyond. - Deborah Tannen, Washington Post “Brizendine calls The Female Brain an ‘owner’s manual’ for women, but it’s worth a look for men, too – even though we’re hardwired not to read the instructions.” - Toronto Sun Also joining Kathryn is Michael Crider author of ‘The Guys Guide to Surviving Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the First Year of Fatherhood’. They will discuss his ‘honest, informative, hilarious, and heartwarming Guy’s Guide’ which has been described as “[An] amusing, sometimes unpredictable take on new parenthood.” – CNN.com “Funny…this book is just what the doctor ordered.” - Newsday
Join Kathryn interviewing Emma McLaughlin and Nicola Kraus, co-authors of ‘The Nanny Diaries’ and ‘Dedication’. The Nanny Diaries movie will be released in September starring Scarlett Johansson, Laura Linney, Paul Giamatti & Alicia Keyes. 'Dedication' is about “Kate Hollis an attractive, successful 30-year old whose teenage boyfriend, now mega-rock star, resurfaces when his song Losing, about their first sexual experience, hits the top of the Billboard Charts.” Sound familiar? Also joining Kathryn is fitness expert Minna Lessig who will introduce her new workout book ‘Tank Top Arms, Bikini Belly, Boy Shorts Bottom’ - a 4-week sculpting program to help women tone their trouble spots. (Admit it ladies we all have them.) Minna was crowned 1997 Miss Fitness USA and has been the fitness correspondent for the CBS Early Show. “As a business owner, wife and mother of two young children Lessig knows how hard it is to fit fitness in and how important it is to make every moment count!”
Join Kathryn, Murray Freedman MD, Clinical Professor of OB/GYN Medical College of Georgia, and Karen Giblin, Red Hot Mamas as they disuss Sex & Menopause: Everything from Symptoms to its Effect on Relationships. You'll learn about the Harris interactive survey designed to dig deeper into how menopause affects relationships, sex, intimacy and communication, going beyond the most common symptoms, to understanding the less-discussed symptoms that affect women's lives and their relationships. Also joining Kathryn is Ruth King, life coach and respected authority on the topic of women and rage. They will be will be discussing King's new book Healing Rage:Women Making Inner Peace Possible. King shows women how to confront their personal rage and how to turn its destructive force into a powerful tool for healing, creative energy and peace. Women who find that they are extremely angry much of the time and who don't know why will find this book especially valuable. ---Library Journal
Join Kathryn and Sara Paretsky as they discuss her powerful new novel Writing in the Age of Silence. Sara explores the traditions of free speech and thought in the US today, American individualism, the failure of the American dream, and the resulting dystopia. Her novel, both memoir and meditation is a compelling exploration of the writer's art and daunting responsibility in the face of the assault on US civil liberties post-9/11. Also joining Kathryn is Dr. Alberta Quaidoo founder of Tender Touch Dental Center, Bellevue Washington. Her e magazine and newsletter Nouveau Smile provides information on healthy daily habits-coupled with frequent visits to the dentist that are vital for a happy healthy smile. She is a 'smile coach' who will be discussing a national campaign to promote the importance of oral health and raise money for save the children.
Join Kathryn and Deirdre Barrett, Harvard Medical School Psychology Professor and author of ‘Waistland’, as they tackle the obesity and fitness crisis from an evolutionary standpoint. Zoos across America post signs saying 'Don't Feed the Animals'. We humans respect these orders, allowing veterinarians to prescribe just the right balanced diet for the lions, koalas and snakes. Meanwhile, we stop for chips, sodas and hot dogs on our way out of the zoo! Also joining Kathryn is Dr. Laura Berman, a leader in the field of sexual therapy who has appeared on Oprah, The Today Show, Fox News and CNN. They will discuss Safe Sex: New Pillow Talk for Partners. Dr. Berman, a columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times is also the star of the hit show ‘Sexual Healing’, a Showtime original documentary series following real-life couples through one week of therapy with her at the Berman Center. She ‘knows all too well about the tough conversations partners should have about sexually transmitted diseases’.
Join Kathryn and filmmaker, actor Eric Schaeffer as they discuss his new book ‘I Can't Believe I'm Still Single’. Eric is the creator of the film ‘If Lucy Fell’ and the TV series ‘Starved’. This is a heartfelt and hilarious memoir of a normal (obsessive), balanced (overindulgent) and centered (maybe a little frenetic) man's search for love. Peer into the windows of the rarely seen psyche of the regular guy. Also joining Kathryn is Cheri Olerud, Sr. Cookbook Editor for Betty Crocker Cookbooks; ‘Betty Crocker Cookbook For Women: The Complete Guide to Women's Health and Wellness at Every Stage of Life.’ Learn about commonsense how-tos on a range of health issues every woman should know, including 140 family-friendly recipes that provide nutritional value for everyone, so no need to make separate meals!
Join Kathryn and Dr. Joshua Coleman, internationally known expert in parenting, couples, families and relationships, as he discusses his new book ‘When Parents Hurt: Compassionate Strategies When You and Your Grown Child Don't Get Along’. Dr. Coleman has appeared on 20/20, The Today Show, Good Morning America, Fox, ABC and NBC. Also joining Kathryn are Corinne Asturias, Baby Boomer Expert and Elizabeth Battaglino Cahill, VP of National Women's Health Resource Center New Education Awareness Campaign. Learn about a Landmark Study that reveals over 1/3 of Baby Boomer American Women suffer in silence from one or more pelvic health conditions. Find out why this study is so important and how women can take control of their pelvic health.
Did you know that 20 million Americans have type 2 diabetes and that the United Nations recently adopted a resolution recognizing diabetes as a threatening global epidemic? Join Kathryn with stage, screen and film actress Delta Burke discussing her experience living with type 2 diabetes. Ms. Burke was diagnosed at age 41 and has been living with the disease for more than 10 years. She has joined a national public awareness campaign called BYETTA Let's Talk in an effort to help Americans living with type 2 diabetes learn how to better manage their diabetes through lifestyle changes such as choosing oatmeal instead of reaching for the donut, eating healthy meals instead of high calorie, high fat fast foods or having a standing date with the gym instead of the TV!
Join Kathryn interviewing Joyce Dorny Editor-in-Chief of Organize Magazine targeting women who want to enjoy what life has to offer, but find they are spending too much time on things that have to get done – work, laundry and housework. Whether working, or caring for family full-time, these are busy women who need organization in all areas of life: Home. Work. Time. Leisure. Joyce will discuss Mis-Organization 101 – common mistakes and how to avoid them, sound familiar? Also joining Kathryn is journalist and author Emma Forrest whose columns have appeared in the London Sunday Times and whose novel ‘Cherries in the Snow’ is currently being made into a TV Pilot. Her latest work ‘Damage Control’ is a collection of essays that brings to us celebrities and the professionals who primp them (like the manicurist who began doing Tori Spelling’s nails when she was five). They share intimate thoughts about the love/hate relationship women have with the 'beauty machine'.
‘Fat Broke & Lonely No More’: “Victoria Moran once sixty pounds heavier (her dad a diet doctor & her mother worked in fitness salons) “I know what it's like to wrestle with the size of your body and size of your bank account..to think that Mr. Right is no more real than Mr. Clean, and that the only women with those cozy-cozy buddy-groups are on reruns of Friends. But I also know how to change these things, for the better and for keeps..” Also joining Kathryn is journalist Laura Vanderkam whose work appears in USA Today, Readers Digest and Wired discussing ‘Grindhopping: Build a Rewarding Career Without Paying Your Dues’: Do you ever think..Maybe I don't want to spend my twenties wearing corporate clothes and making Power Point slides about other people's insights? Then you're in luck get inspired by the stories of Grindhoppers real-life nontraditional careers..turn whatever you love into a profitable career, get comfortable, take risks, go hopping and make it happen!
Join Kathryn interviewing Emma McLaughlin and Nicola Kraus, co-authors of ‘The Nanny Diaries’ and ‘Dedication’. The Nanny Diaries movie will be released in September starring Scarlett Johansson, Laura Linney, Paul Giamatti & Alicia Keyes. 'Dedication' is about “Kate Hollis an attractive, successful 30-year old whose teenage boyfriend, now mega-rock star, resurfaces when his song Losing, about their first sexual experience, hits the top of the Billboard Charts.” Sound familiar? Also joining Kathryn is fitness expert Minna Lessig who will introduce her new workout book ‘Tank Top Arms, Bikini Belly, Boy Shorts Bottom’ - a 4-week sculpting program to help women tone their trouble spots. (Admit it ladies we all have them.) Minna was crowned 1997 Miss Fitness USA and has been the fitness correspondent for the CBS Early Show. “As a business owner, wife and mother of two young children Lessig knows how hard it is to fit fitness in and how important it is to make every moment count!”
FIGHTING WEIGHT: When Muhammad Ali’s daughter Khaliah hit 325 pounds, she didn’t need to be told again that she was morbidly obese. A lifetime of dieting, of starving had not helped..She thought about gastric bypass..She could not afford to risk leaving her young son without a mother...miserable and depressed and unable to walk up a flight of stairs without losing her breath, she did not know which way to turn-until a friend pointed her toward a new type of surgery called gastric banding.”FIT TO LIVE: “Being Fit to Live is about so much more than your waistline. When you’re Fit to Live, you’re no longer in survival mode, swallowed up by crushing stress, eating binges, and TV zone-outs. You have the resources-mental, nutritional, physical, financial, environmental-to enjoy the exciting, rich, full life you deserve. Dr. Pamela Peeke has helped thousands of people remove weight and transform their lives.”
FROM THE HEART:“A Women’s Guide to Living Well with Heart Disease.” “After undergoing emergency by pass surgery at age of forty-two Kathy Kastan found her world shifting in unexpected ways. Everything – her sense of well being, her relationships, her daily routine, even her body image – seemed to change. Doctors could help her recover physically, but she had to find new ways to recover emotionally and create a happy, healthy life.” LETHALLY BLOND: New York Times bestselling author Kate White delivers a sensational mystery that sends her gutsy, single, thirty-something sleuth Bailey Weggins behind the scenes of a hot new TV show.” “In addition to being a book author, Kate White is the editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan, the largest-selling women's magazine in the world. Under her editorship, guaranteed circulation has increased by over 500,000 and Cosmo now sells on average two million copies a month on newsstands alone.”
Kathryn welcomes her guests Melissa Kirsch, author of, The Girls Guide to Absolutely Everything and Dr Bethany Marshall, author of , Deal Breakers, to the show. THE GIRL'S GUIDE TO ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING “is the ultimate book for women who are post-college and pre-marriage. It provides indispensable tips and been-there, done-that secrets for averting life crises (rather than simply surviving them) and thriving in your 20s and beyond.” DEAL BREAKERS: When to Work On A Relationship and When to Walk Away This is a book about men. Not all men, just emotionally unhealthy men. The ones who make you question, Is it him or is it me? Am I making too big a deal out of this? I try to tell him how I feel, but he says I’m overreacting or needy or it’s all my fault.” Relationships are hard work, but how hard should they be? When do you know you are struggling too hard to make a relationship succeed?”
SuEllen Hamkins MD and Renee Schultz MA are co-authors of this very practical roadmap for sustaining mother-daughter relationships in a culture that seems determined to undermine them. Topics include Helping Our daughters Thrive, Confronting the Myths of the Supermom, Preventing Mother- Daughter Disconnection, Celebrating Girls and Flying Toward the Future! SuEllen a psychiatrist at Smith College for twelve years, is now in private practice specializing in women's mental health. Renee Schultz has been practicing marriage and family therapy for more than twenty years. They were most recently featured on the The Today Show.
Join actress Catherine Lloyd Burns and first time author, as she reveals an unforgetable and ultimately forgiving portrait of her mother, who had an astonishing ability to make insensitive remarks and a regrettable inability to be close to her children. When Catherine's own daughter Olive was born she was determined to be the perfect mother. However, mod