Arroe Collins Play It Forward: Recent Episodes

Arroe Collins

Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with Ethan Lively from season 20 of NBC’s The Voice. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Ethan Lively reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity-I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination… This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with Katie Cook who is really known within the walls of Star Wars, Marvel as well as Disney.Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Katie Cook reach out to me at ⁠arroec@gmail.com⁠ that’s ⁠arroec@gmail.com⁠ Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with author and motivational speaker Margaret Graziano. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Margaret Graziano please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with author Susan Hamilton. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Susan Hamilton please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with singer songwriter Holly West from the group Dead Groove. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Holly West please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with singer songwriter Macy Kate Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Macy Kate please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with singer songwriter and DJ Bordo. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Bordo please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with film makers Justin Len Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Justin Len please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with singer songwriter Jessie Haines. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Jesse Haines please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

Three years ago, we were scheduled to do an interview with Mark Fowler and Company. Digital is digital and there's never a guarantee. It's taken nearly 36 months to hook back up. The questions, their answers...the story and the music. Don't ever give up on making a connection...

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with award winning author Rea Frey. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Rea Frey please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with singer song writer Ian McGregor from the band American Jet Set. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Ian McGregor please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with author Helena Hunting. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Helena Hunting please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with singer songwriter Lucas Holiday from NBC’s The Voice. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Lucas Holiday please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with singer songwriter Jenna Marquis Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Jenna Marquis please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with child therapist Natasia Daniels Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Natasia Daniels please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with executive producer Terry Wrong Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Terry Wrong please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with singer songwriter Noah Spencer Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Noah Spencer please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with Michele Stephenson.

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with defense lawyer Nancy Hollander Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Nancy Hollander please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with Gilliana from Band Inc Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Gilliana from Band Inc reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with author Michael Rose. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Michael Rose reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with motivational speaker and author Adam Smiley Poswolsky, Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Adam Smiley Poswolsky reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with Mac Fowler and Company. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Mac Fowler and company reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with actors Sade LaFlame, Andie McDowell, Chyler Leigh and Evan Williams. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Sade LaFlame, Andie McDowell, Chyler Leigh and Evan Williams please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with film producer turned thriller novelist Burt Weisebound. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Burt Weisebound please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with singer songwriter Ashley Bryant from season 25 of NBC’s The Voice. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Ashley Brynt please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with the legendary Clive Davis… Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Clive Davis please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with singer songwriter Chechi Sarai. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Chechi Sarai please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with writer and director Troy Duffy. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Troy Duffy please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with actress Julianna Nicholson. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Julianna Nicholson please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with singer songwriter Miss Krystal Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Miss Krytal please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity-I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination… This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with podcaster Noah Callanhan Bever Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Noah Callanhan Bever please reach out to me at ⁠arroec@gmail.com⁠ that’s ⁠arroec@gmail.com⁠ Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with motivational author and speaker Sean Parnell Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Sean Parnell please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with author Gary John Bishop who in 2020 released the book Wise As*** Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Gary John Bishop please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with singer songwriter now children’s book author Scott Hoying and his husband Mark. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Mark or Scott Hoying please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with podcast host Raquel Willis. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Raquel Willis please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with Alexandra Horowitz the author of Being A Dog. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Alexandra Horowitz please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with Barbara Broccoli the longtime producer of James Bonds movies. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Barbara Broccoli please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with journalist Sharri Markson author of the book What Really Happened In Wuhan? Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Sharri Markson please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with singer songwriter Dave Mustaine from Mega Death Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Dave Mustaine please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with author Michael Wolff the creator of the book Fire and Fury. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Michael Wolff please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with Ashlyn Harris from the podcast Wide Open Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Ashlyn Harris please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with FOX NFL Sunday host Curt Menefee

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with NBA star Kendrick Perkins Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Kendrick Perkins please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with Nancy Jones, the feisty but very tough force behind the presence of Country Music’s greatest star George Jones. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Nancy Jones please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with Dr. Shereef Elnahal from The Dept Of Veteran’s Affairs Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Dr. Shereef please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with the band Bad Mary

-Missed Opportunity-
I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep.
My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities.
The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen.
I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again.
Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.
Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with singer songwriter Joseph Williams from the group Toto.
Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Arlene Klasky please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity-I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination… This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with actor Austin North…Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Austin North please reach out to me at ⁠arroec@gmail.com⁠ that’s ⁠arroec@gmail.com⁠ Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with author Jon Doyle Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. If you are or know Jon Doyle please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with actor Hopper Jack Penn Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. Reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with actor singer songwriter James Maslow. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. Reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with award winning actor, improv comedian and writer Andrew Phung. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. Reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with actor David Arquette. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. Reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with actor and fellow podcaster Freddy Prinze Jr and comedian Jeff Dye. Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. Reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…
This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with author Beth Romero. The final question for Beth Romero…
Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. Reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions and statements without their answers. I leave enough space open at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history. Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with Vivek Ramaswamy.The final question for Vivek Ramaswamy…Missed Opportunity. A lost piece of history. You know the questions. Let’s locate the reactions. The door is always open. Reach out to me at ⁠arroec@gmail.com⁠ that’s ⁠arroec@gmail.com⁠ Be brilliant!

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 642 with Sofronio Vasquez winner of NBC’s The Voice season 26. After several weeks of Blind Auditions, Battles, Knockouts, Playoffs, and Live Performance Shows, The Voice Season 26 Finale happened. Dozens of singers across four Coach teams were whittled down to just five finalists: Danny Joseph from Reba McEntire's team, Jeremy Beloate from Snoop Dogg's team, Sofronio Vasquez from Michael Bublé's team, Sydney Sterlace from Gwen Stefani's team, and Shye, also from Team Bublé. After singing their hearts out one last time in the December 9 episode, America sent in their votes. The results were revealed on live TV-and one Artist's life was changed forever. So, who won The Voice Season 26? Sofronio Vasquez won The Voice Season 26! Shye took second place. Sydney Sterlace took third place. Danny Joseph took fourth place. Jeremy Beloate took fifth place. Before the winner was announced, fans were treated to a star-studded Finale episode. Not only did all the Artists in the Top 5 perform duets with their respective Coaches, some of your favorite singers like Dan + Shay, Kelly Clarkson, and Sting also took the stage. Season 26 has been a rollercoaster, with two new Coaches, Michael Bublé and Snoop Dogg, entering the fold. "My strategy was to look, listen and learn," Snoop Dogg said about his first day of Blind Auditions. "First of all, I'm glad they didn't make me go first [during Blinds]. They made me go, like, second or third, so I was able to watch the other Coaches and see some of the things that they did. And then once I understood that, I could add some Snoop-ism to the situation, as far as my conversation and my lingo, to the Artist to try to get them to come home." Bublé said about the Blind Auditions experience, "Honestly, it's not what I'm best at. It's hard to advocate for yourself in that way. And when I did, I tried to do it with humor, to be self-deprecating and to hope that you could break down barriers that way. It would have been harder for me, I think in other seasons where there was a different energy, like more of an edge of Coaches kind of fighting each other. But I was trying to be genuine, to tell people that I might be able to help them, and use humor, again, just to break down those walls. Because my dad always said: If you're good, you don't have to tell people."

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 641 with Theresa Contaxis the author of The Littlest Sailboat: A Journey Of The Soul. As a child, Theresa Contaxis struggled to navigate her way in life. She faced challenges at home and felt insecure when measuring herself against others. In adulthood, she battled with feelings of anger, jealousy, and fear. Married, with her third child on the way, she fell into a deep depression. In a quest to confront these issues, Theresa went on a spiritual journey, embracing learnings from many belief systems and eventually becoming a reverend. But, self-improvement requires lifelong learning and Theresa is continually working to better herself. “This relatively short but meaningful book has been a work in progress for a long time,” shares Theresa. “But isn’t that who we are, in essence, as human beings, a work in progress? It takes time to learn that we are Divine beings living the human experience.”

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 640 with food author and Cook Anna Jones whose new book is titled Easy Wins. Clever, delicious, heartfelt and wholesome - Anna gets it right again' - JAMIE OLIVER A brand new and essential book from award-winning and bestselling cook Anna Jones. Discover her golden rules for easy wins in the kitchen with super-simple recipes that are bursting with flavor and kind to the planet.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 639 with Carlos Whittaker the author of the book Reconnected. In a world dominated by screens and technology, Carlos Whittaker takes readers on an extraordinary journey of self-discovery and reconnection. The book chronicles his seven-week experience of unplugging from the digital noise, completely screen free. Over the course of the seven weeks, Carlos spent time with 20 Benedictine monks in the high desert of Southern California in 23 hours a day of silence, lived on an Amish sheep farm, working the land, and sheering sheep, and learned how to exist with his family and truly connect with them completely unplugged. On top of that, he even had his brain scanned by a neuroscientist before and after the experiment to see what changed - and the results were quite staggering. Not many people have the opportunity to spend weeks entirely devoid of phone and computer screens, but Carlos' radical, screen-free experiment yields hope and wisdom to everyone who has felt the loneliness, low-key despair, and paradoxical disconnectedness that accompanies the always-on, always-plugged-in nature of modern life. Now bringing his message to the masses, he's eager to share some of the lessons he learned along the way.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 638 with racial justice educator and author Christine Saxman. The idea that White people are under attack has permeated political discourse in recent elections. The election of 2024 will be no different. Being White Today: A Roadmap for a Positive Antiracist Life helps White people navigate the myriad messages they encounter about race. The book applies the White racial identity framework developed by psychologist Dr. Janet Helms to take a strong stance against racism. Using fictionalized scenarios and case studies, it offers a way to resist extremist messaging and recruitment. A helpful resource for White people who care about US society, in particular, White parents, educators, activists, and racial/social justice practitioners, this book also helps people understand antiracist messaging and how to use it strategically to create a larger community of White antiracists. The last decade witnessed two significant trends: (1) White nationalists successfully instilled weaponized messages related to White identity throughout conservative politics. (2) The movement for Black lives called on White people to grapple with their racial position and support racial justice efforts. While the far-right’s manipulative messaging is provocative and easy to grasp, antiracist messaging is complex and nuanced, which allows for significant misunderstanding.The competing narratives result in many White people disengaging entirely from issues of race and racial justice. Given that White identity is top-of-mind for politicians and activists across the political spectrum leading toward the 2024 election, it is essential that White people understand how White racial identity functions and react usefully. Being White Today connects the dots between far-right messaging, antiracism’s demands, and the role White racial identity plays in today’s politics and people’s lives. Tochluk and Saxman wrote Being White Today to help White people become resilient in the face of far-right manipulation. With empathy, nuance, and skill, the book achieves this by providing people with a positive vision for how to communicate effectively with White friends, family, and co-workers about race.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 637 with author and historian Chris Epting. Where One Hears the Rain is a comprehensive, entertaining, and informative guide that explores the art of memoir writing and provides aspiring authors with the tools and inspiration to craft their own compelling personal narratives. Drawing on his journey as an author, collaborative writer, and decade-long tenure as a memoir writing workshop instructor, Chris Epting offers invaluable insights and practical advice to guide writers to their unique voice and shape their personal stories. This book delves into the essential aspects of memoir writing, from uncovering inspiration to developing compelling narratives to organizing and structuring the autobiographical narrative for maximum emotional impact. What sets Where One Hears the Rain apart is Epting's incorporation of lessons learned from his mentor, the legendary author John Cheever. Epting weaves Cheever's teachings seamlessly into the fabric of the book, enriching readers' understanding of the craft and exposing them to the wisdom passed down from one literary generation to another.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 636 is with the author of Mastering AI Jeremy Kahn. A Fortune magazine journalist draws on his expertise and extensive contacts among the companies and scientists at the forefront of artificial intelligence to offer dramatic predictions of AI's impact over the next decade, from reshaping our economy and the way we work, learn, and create to unknitting our social fabric, jeopardizing our democracy, and fundamentally altering the way we think. Within the next five years, Jeremy Kahn predicts, AI will disrupt almost every industry and enterprise, with vastly increased efficiency and productivity. It will restructure the workforce, making AI copilots a must for every knowledge worker. It will revamp education, meaning children around the world can have personal, portable tutors. It will revolutionize health care, making individualized, targeted pharmaceuticals more affordable. It will compel us to reimagine how we make art, compose music, and write and publish books. The potential of generative AI to extend our skills, talents, and creativity as humans is undeniably exciting and promising. But while this new technology has a bright future, it also casts a dark and fearful shadow. AI will provoke pervasive, disruptive, potentially devastating knock-on effects. Leveraging his unrivaled access to the leaders, scientists, futurists, and others who are making AI a reality, Kahn argues that if not carefully designed and vigilantly regulated AI will deepen income inequality, depressing wages while imposing winner-take-all markets across much of the economy. AI risks undermining democracy, as truth is overtaken by misinformation, racial bias, and harmful stereotypes. Continuing a process begun by the internet, AI will rewire our brains, likely inhibiting our ability to think critically, to remember, and even to get along with one another-unless we all take decisive action to prevent this from happening.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 635 is with Brigadier General Paul Greg Smith the author of the book Confessions Of A Weekend Warrior. America's National Guard was once considered a ragtag gaggle of pretend soldiers. Beginning in the 1980s the National Guard gradually transformed into today's highly flexible operational force that answers our nation's call for overseas combat deployments as well as domestic emergencies that run the gamut from lifesaving disaster responses to staffing Covid clinics. Brigadier General Paul "Greg" Smith describes his personal journey during these years, from a callow cadet to a committed commander leading military forces in response to the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings. Smith gives a humorous, gritty, and sometimes touching glimpse into the inner workings of this unique military organization while offering portraits of the men and women who serve as the minutemen of our age. His reflections on service, duty, and the complexities of command will enlighten anyone who seeks to better understand the challenges of leadership. Their stories reveal more than mere imitations; they demonstrate the fascinating ways ideas evolve as they cross borders.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 634 with author Ed Glaser. For decades, filmmakers worldwide have been remaking Hollywood movies in colorful ways. They've chronicled a singing and dancing Hannibal Lecter in India, star-crossed lovers aboard the doomed Nigerian ship Titanic, a Japanese expedition to the planet of the apes, and an uncivil war in Turkey between Captain America and a mobbed-up Spider-Man. Most of these films were low budget and many were unauthorized, but all of them were fantastic-and lately have begun to resurface thanks to cherry-picked YouTube clips. But why and how were they made in the first place? This book tells the little-known stories of the wily filmmakers who made an Italian 007 flick by casting Sean Connery's tradesman brother, produced a Turkish space opera by stealing a print of Star Wars for its effects footage, and transported a full-fledged Terminator to the present day-not from a post-apocalyptic future, but from the vibrant mythology of Indonesia(!) Their stories reveal more than mere imitations; they demonstrate the fascinating ways ideas evolve as they cross borders.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 633 with author Peter S Goodman. In HOW THE WORLD RAN OUT OF EVERYTHING: Inside the Global Supply Chain (Mariner Books; on sale June 11), Peter S. Goodman, award-winning journalist and global economics correspondent at the New York Times, reveals the fascinating inner workings of our unstable worldwide supply chain and the factors that have led to its fragility. While the pandemic put a spotlight on the supply chain's state of distress, it merely laid bare the vulnerabilities that had building up over decades, underscoring the troubling reality that the system was always at risk of collapse-and still is.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 632 with the Bible Answer Man. The Complete Bible Answer Book Hank Hanegraaff is better known as the “Bible Answer Man,” which is also the name of the nationally syndicated radio program in which he answers questions about the Bible and how its teachings apply to our lives today. Hank is also the president and chairman of the Christian Research Institute and the author of more than twenty books including The Complete Bible Answer Book - which arrives in an all-new revised and expanded collector’s edition on June 18.

We all have questions about the Bible (whether we’ve read it or not!). The Complete Bible Answer Book provides answers to more than 200 of the top questions people have asked Bible teacher and theologian Hank Hanegraaff over the last 40 years.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 631 is Adam Long’s extensive conversation with a radio host raised in Montana who came incredibly close to realizing his childhood fantasy. Then what?

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 630…during this 50th anniversary of Michael Landon’s adaptation of Little House On The Prairie actor/producer Dean Butler shares with us Prairie Man Dean Butler shares the behind- the-scenes of Little House on the Prairie on a heartfelt journey of "good luck, good television, and the very good- if gloriously imperfect-people who made it so." Cast as Almanzo, Laura Ingalls' starring love interest, Butler captured the enduring affection of fans and co-stars alike. With a foreword from Melissa Gilbert (Laura) and Alison Arngrim (Nellie), this uplifting memoir follows Butler's journey from childhood to the Prairie and beyond. Cast at twenty-two years old, Butler had no idea of the lasting impact being cast in Little House on the Prairie would have on him. Having previously starred in Judy Blume's Forever with Stephanie Zimbalist, Butler was fresh- faced and naïve to Hollywood, eager to make his mark. He found his home in the Prairie and embraced his fellow cast members as family. Butler's passion for honest-to-goodness entertainment began in the Prairie and followed him throughout his rich career of acting, producing, and directing.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 629 is with author Shaunie Henderson. Her book is Undefeated Changing the Rules and Winning on My Own Terms Shaunie Henderson (1.8 million followers on Instagram) left her marriage to Shaquille O'Neal with nothing more than her five young kids and her car and became a trailblazing media mogul, philanthropist, and creator of the hit TV franchise Basketball Wives. In her debut book, UNDEFEATED: Changing the Rules and Winning on My Own Terms, Shaunie Henderson-wife, mother, entrepreneur, producer -- opens up about finding love, offers advice for raising strong, smart, grounded Black children in today's world, and reveals how to define your career and personal life by your own terms in this inspirational memoir.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 628 with entertainment journalist and author Sean O’Connell. His new book is Bruce Willis Celebrating The Cinematic Legacy Of An Unbreakable Hollywood Icon When some of the most important parts of Hollywood are looked over, Sean O'Connell didn't want Bruce Willis' career to fade off into the sunset. From being one of the top notched entertaining bartenders in New York to purchasing his own town in Idaho. How about the writers and directors that Bruce helped out along the way? This book is history in forward emotion as well as motion.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 627 with radio personality and social media influencer Liz Luda. Her rich background in radio and vibrant personality has led her to the very dot on the map that inspired and empowered her dreams to become a connection to radio and internet listeners as well as viewers. She understands the expectations of today's leading communicators and delivers with an amazing hitting record.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 626 is with Kathy Higgins CEO Of Healthier Generation. The non-profit Alliance for a Healthier Generation (Healthier Generation) is expanding its work to give all young people a chance a t lifelong good health and the opportunities that come with it.

Healthier Generation has partnered with Kohl’s Healthy at Home to provide a wealth of tools in English and Spanish to help families eat healthy, stay active, bolster mental/social/emotional health, combat stress and more. A $5 million donation from Kohl’s Healthy at Home to Healthier Generation is helping to expand the new, Healthy at Home Playbook for Schools, which provides schools with the necessary resources to be named one of America’s Healthiest Schools. (Nearly 3,000 schools have been honored with this recognition.)

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 625 with actress now author Bonnie Bartlett Daniels. Middle Of The Rainbow Emmy Award winning actress, Bonnie Bartlett Daniels is still at it in front of the camera at 94 years old. The actively working actor (Little House on the Prairie, Golden Girls, Home Improvement, Twins, ER, Parks and Recreation and Better Call Saul, to name a few) has finally opened up with her life story and the not-so-pretty experiences she endured during the "Golden Age" of film and TV for her memoir Middle of the Rainbow. Now, Bonnie Bartlett Daniels herself narrates the Audible audiobook of Middle of the Rainbow, giving listeners a chance to hear her personal narrative in her own voice.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 624 with singer songwriter Sarah Reeves. With fans clamoring for the full track after she shared a raw demo on her social platforms, Sarah Reeves officially releases “More Than Enough” on Friday, May 3rd. The pop artist penned the self-affirming original following heightened insecurities amidst a painful divorce. The song’s viral success, however, stems from its universal message and Reeves’ uncanny ability to craft transparent lyrics that hit deep. The vibrant, 808-heavy anthem renounces the lies that tell us we’re not worthy of love and insists our value is not dependent on our relationship status or the opinions of others.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 623 with U.S. Ambassador Ira Shapiro the author of The Betrayal How Mitch McConnell and the Senate Republicans Abandoned America. The Founding Fathers gave the U.S. Senate many functions, but it had one fundamental responsibility—its raison d’etre: to provide the check against a dangerous president who threatened our democracy. Two hundred and thirty years later, when Donald Trump, a potential authoritarian, finally reached the White House, the Senate should have served as both America’s first and last lines of defense. Instead, we had the nightmare scenario: today’s Senate, reduced through a long period of decline to a hyper-partisan, gridlocked shadow of its former self, was unable to meet its fundamental responsibility. Shapiro documents the pivotal challenges facing the Senate during the Trump administration, arguing that the body’s failure to provide leadership represents the most catastrophic failure of government in American history. The last section of the book covers the Senate’s performance during President Biden’s first year in office and looks forward to the 2022 Senate elections and beyond.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 622 with Alyssa Crosby from NBC’s The Voice. Alyssa is a self-proclaimed cat lady. When Alyssa is not performing on stage, you can usually find her at home with her fiancé, five cats and puppy. Alyssa loves to write songs and sometimes serenade her animals with her music. Having grown up around singers, Alyssa's mother had a deep connection to music and started her own karaoke business when Alyssa was just a kid. Alyssa enjoyed karaoke throughout most of her life, and when she was in her early 20s decided to start a band. Putting out an ad on Craigslist for more band members was just the start of her current band, WildCard. All the other band members are men in their 50s, but she enjoys holding her own as the only woman on the stage

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 621 with Steven Gaines the author of All You Need Is Love The Beatles In Their Own Words. An oral history of The Beatles from never-before-seen interviews. All You Need Is Love is a groundbreaking oral history of the one of the most enduring musical acts of all time. The material is comprised of intimate interviews with Paul McCartney, Yoko Ono, George Harrison, Ringo Starr, their families, friends and business associates that were conducted by Beatles intimate Peter Brown and author Steven Gaines in 1980-1981 during the preparation of their international bestseller, The Love You Make, which spent four months on the New York Times bestseller list in 1983 and remains the biggest selling biography worldwide about the Beatles.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 620 with actor Brett Gelman, author of the new book The Terrifying Realm Of The Possible: Nearly True Stories. A daring and hilariously neurotic literary debut from the acclaimed actor and comedian Brett Gelman (Stanger Things, Fleabag, LOVE). Enter the wonderfully weird, always uncomfortable, side-splittingly funny world of THE TERRIFYING REALM OF THE POSSIBLE, where your worst fears of who you are or might become are always just around the corner. In Gelman's masterful short stories, you'll meet five individuals, each navigating a uniquely strange stage of life: ABRAHAM AMSTERDAM (the child) MENDEL FREUDENBERGER (the teenager) JACKIE COHEN (the adult) IRIS BELOW (the senior) Z (the dead)

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 619 with TV Event Director Jeff Margolis author of the book We’re Live In Five. In this dazzling Hollywood memoir, Jeff Margolis takes us on the ultimate behind-the-scenes tour of television's most memorable variety series and specials spanning the past fifty years-from the most iconic variety shows of the 1970s to the Oscars. Today, as one of the most prolific directors/producers of event television, Margolis is not only a technical ringmaster but also a confidante and sage to the stars who headline the shows. Students of television will savor the "how-to" of event television while fans will love the intimate stories of beloved stars like Julie Andrews, Carol Burnett, Cher, Sammy Davis Jr., Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Dolly Parton, Frank Sinatra, and Oprah Winfrey. While not a sordid tell-all, We're Live in 5 is a tell-it-as-it-is with all the glamour you expect, along with a deeply revealing human portrait of working with larger-than-life personalities at television's most dizzying and demanding heights.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 618 with Reinaldo Marcus Green director of Bob Marley: One Love. Bob Marley: One Life celebrates the life and music of an icon who inspired generations through his message of love and unity. On the big screen for the first time, discover Bob's powerful story of overcoming adversity and the journey behind his revolutionary music. Produced in partnership with the Marley family and starring Kingsley Ben-Adir as the legendary musician and Lashana Lynch as his wife Rita, BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE is coming digital March 19th and Blu-ray May 14th, 2024. Directed by Reinaldo Marcus GreenWritten by Terence Winter, Frank E. Flowers, Zach BaylinStarring Kingsley Ben-Adir, Lashana Lynch Here's the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajw425Kuvtw

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 617 with Pete Summit from the group Crashing Wayward.While Crashing Wayward’s sound can be categorized as alternative rock, they exhibit a diverse array of influences from Foo Fighters to Queen to Stone Temple Pilots and many more. The recording sessions were produced by Mike Gillies, who has also worked with Metallica, Motley Crue and The Cult among many others. The members of Crashing Wayward characterize “Breathe” as “a modern alternative rock anthem rejecting intolerance.” Before signing with RFK Media, the band self-released a music video for the initial version of the song which can be viewed at http://breathevideo.com.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 616 with author Ridley Pearson. You’ve likely heard of Ridley Pearson as the Edgar-nominated author of over sixty novels including two New York Times #1 bestsellers. The Fulbright fellow who plays in a band with Stephen King, Dave Barry, Amy Tan and Scott Turow is also the author of KINGDOM KEEPERS INHERITANCE: VILLAINS' REALM, the second in a trilogy for middle grade readers which follows young heroes to Disney parks around the world. The first volume has sold over a million copies. With the help of Cinderella's very own Fairy Godmother-the notorious FGM as she's known in this world-they set out to stop Ursula-jumping from Epcot to Disneyland to Disneyland Paris, where the ultimate battle between good and evil plays out.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 615 with actor Tim Blake Nelson and Director Henry Nelson from Asleep In My Palm. Asleep in My Palm explores the nature of parenthood and class in America as a father and daughter live off the grid in rural Ohio near a small liberal arts college. The two must face the challenges of her sexual awakening and need for independence as he escapes his violent and conflicted past. At once poignant and mordantly funny, the film delves into an America rarely seen, while juxtaposing it with the rarified privileges of an elite college in the social media age. Here's the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RRhT5-_YEHA

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 614 with Dr. Hannah Durkin author of Survivors Of The Clotilda. The Clotilda, the last slave ship to land on American soil, docked in Mobile Bay, Alabama, in July 1860 - more than half a century after the passage of a federal law banning the importation of captive Africans, and 9 months before the beginning of the Civil War. The last of its survivors lived well into the 20th century. They were the last witnesses. In the book, Dr. Hannah Durkin tells the stories of the Clotilda’s 110 captives, drawing on her intensive archival, historical, and sociological research.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 613 with Dr. Heather Brown author of Speaking With Your Heart Simply put: everyone wants to feel loved, wanted and appreciated in their relationships, yet we continually feel hurt or misunderstood instead. Poor communication can ultimately lead to the end of a relationship or divorce. A recent study shows researchers who have studied over 40,000 couples can predict divorce with 94% accuracy based on a communication error. In her new book Speaking with the Heart: Transforming Your Relationship and Communication with Compassion and Connection, psychotherapist Dr. Heather Browne gives readers the keys to unlocking important layers to deepen your intimacy, compassion, and closeness with your partner.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 612 With Singer Songwriter Whey Jennings Whey has three studio recorded EP releases under his belt, 2020's Gypsy Soul, 2022's If It Wasn't for The Sinnin', and 2023's Just Before The Dawn. All of which revealed musical stories of how Whey has came to terms with his past partying lifestyle, knowing he needed to make a change. Whey shares more stories about his struggles with addiction, finding sobriety, and redemption through faith, family and friends. Interjecting his own modern-day approach to songwriting and storytelling, while staying rough around the edges with an unpolished grit and honest demeanor, Whey's musical roots run as deep as his family's name would imply. "Out of 42 years on this earth I lived 38 of them in the darkness," Whey recalled. "I was pretty well a functioning drug addict and an alcoholic. I found the light three years ago by the grace of God and my Momager, Tammy. I have a beautiful wife who has also stood by my side, and six beautiful children who continue to love me. I've decided to dedicate this EP and my life to them." Whey Jennings has only scratched the surface of what is still yet to come. As they say, what goes around comes around.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 611 With The Internationally known Medium Theresa Caputo The beloved Long Island medium Theresa Caputo is returning to television – this time for 20 episodes of Lifetime’s all-new series, Theresa Caputo: Raising Spirits. The show follows Theresa as she explores the next phase of her personal life and embarks on a much-anticipated tour, including sold-out shows in London, for Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience. The three-time New York Times bestselling author will share her incredible gift with viewers while balancing new family dynamics like divorce and becoming a grandmother.

No topic will go uncovered in the new show: from spending time as a devoted friend, mother, daughter, grandma, to many exciting first-time adventures. She’ll celebrate her son’s wedding, help her daughter adjust to motherhood, visit with her parents next door…and channel her share of spirits for others.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 610 With Spencer R Rackley IV The Astro Nerd. You’ve heard of storm and tornado chases. The Astro Nerd chases eclipses to the point of truly sharing his wealth of knowledge and experiences with modern day scientists. The next eclipse is April 8, 2024 and the Astro Nerd already has his room booked.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 609 Is With Computer Scientist Walter Scheirer The Author Of A History Of Fake Things On The Internet As all aspects of our social and informational lives increasingly migrate online, the line between what is "real" and what is digitally fabricated grows ever thinner-and that fake content has undeniable real-world consequences. A History of Fake Things on the Internet takes the long view of how advances in technology brought us to the point where faked texts, images, and video content are nearly indistinguishable from what is authentic or true. Computer scientist Walter J. Scheirer takes a deep dive into the origins of fake news, conspiracy theories, reports of the paranormal, and other deviations from reality that have become part of mainstream culture, from image manipulation in the nineteenth-century darkroom to the literary stylings of large language models like ChatGPT. Scheirer investigates the origins of Internet fakes, from early hoaxes that traversed the globe via Bulletin Board Systems (BBSs), USENET, and a new messaging technology called email, to today's hyperrealistic, AI-generated Deepfakes.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 608 With Kliph Nesteroff The Author Of Outrageous. From the preeminent historian of modern comedy comes an expansive history of showbiz and the culture wars. There is a common belief that we live in unprecedented times, that people are too sensitive today, that nobody objected to the actions of actors, comedians, and filmmakers in the past. Modern pundits would have us believe that Americans of a previous generation had tougher skin and seldom complained. But does this argument hold up to scrutiny? In Outrageous, celebrated cultural historian Kliph Nesteroff demonstrates that Americans have been objecting to entertainment for nearly two hundred years, sometimes rationally, often irrationally. Likewise, powerful political interests have sought to circumvent the arts using censorship, legal harassment, and outright propaganda. From Mae West through Johnny Carson, Amos 'n' Andy through Beavis and Butt-Head, as well as Bing Crosby, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Chubby Checker, MTV, Welcome Back Kotter, Three's Company, Monty Python's Life of Brian, The Adventures of Mighty Mouse and The Simpsons. Outrageous chronicles the controversies of American show business and the ongoing attempts to change what we watch, read, and hear.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 607 With Reverend James Martin Author Of Come Forth COME FORTH combines compelling analysis of the biblical text, insights about the historical setting of the story, spiritual lessons for today’s readers, meditations on Lazarus in art and the larger culture, as well as stories from Martin’s travels through the Holy Land. As he explores these strands in depth, Martin helps us let go of the limiting beliefs that prevent us from experiencing God’s presence in our lives. Meditatively and carefully, Father Martin leads us verse by verse, offering profound reflections on Jesus’s lessons on love, family, sadness, frustration, fear, anger, freedom, and joy. Come Forth teaches us that we need only to open ourselves to the transformative story of Lazarus and trust that God can use it to free us to experience, like Lazarus, new life.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 606 With Actor Jason Isaacs From The Movie Archie BAFTA® Award-winning and Academy Award®-nominated screenwriter and executive producer Jeff Pope brings the remarkable, little-known story of the formative years of Hollywood superstar, Cary Grant to screens in this much-anticipated drama. One of the twentieth century's most iconic figures, Cary Grant touched the world with his charm, wit and grace. But few knew Archie Leach, the man behind the name, and the enormous challenges he overcame on his path to stardom. From his troubled childhood to the one overpowering lie that shaped his life, this surprising and emotional drama captures the struggles, fears, loves and losses of Archie Leach - a man who couldn't be further from the character he invented to save himself. Starring Jason Isaacs and executive produced by Jennifer Grant, Cary Grant's daughter, and Dyan Cannon, his ex-wife.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 605 With Alex Canuel From The Group Late Night Trouble Get ready to embark on a musical adventure like no other with Late Night Trouble's Candyland.

Fusing elements of pop, rock, and alternative vibes, their latest offering showcases an infectious blend of fun, catchy tunes that are set to captivate audiences worldwide and leave fans craving more.

The full-length debut album consists of ten tracks, each with its own distinct charm. Late Night Trouble takes listeners on an exhilarating journey through the whimsical world of Candyland. Their catchy and memorable choruses have become a trademark of their sound, solidifying their place in the pop rock/alternative genre.

Hailing from Montreal, Canada, Late Night Trouble is a high energy rock band that shows up with high quality performances which captures the audience every time. Late Night Trouble forged their identity by opening for major acts in the Canadian scene and built up an undeniable and rabid fanbase.

Their unique blend of heavy rock, pop, and alternative music is one thing that makes them stand out! Some fun and catchy rock tunes you can dance and headbang to, along with a funny sense of humor, are always a great formula to bring you to your happy place. They're ready to bring their brand of high energy rock worldwide

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 604 With Academy Award Winning Screenwriter Brian Helgeland FINESTKIND tells the story of two brothers (Ben Foster & Toby Wallace), raised in different worlds, who are reunited as adults over a fateful summer. Set against the backdrop of commercial fishing, the story takes on primal stakes when desperate circumstances force the brothers to strike a deal with a violent Boston crime gang. Along the way a young woman (Jenna Ortega) finds herself caught perilously in the middle. Sacrifices must be made and bonds between brothers, friends, lovers, and a father (Tommy Lee Jones) and his son are put to the ultimate test.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 603 With Comedian’s Eric Andre And Dan Curry Dumb Ideas From the brilliantly demented minds behind The Eric Andre Show and Bad Trip, an insane illustrated compendium about the art of pranking. Eric André is a master of the art of pranking-"an Andy Kaufman for the Four Loko generation," as Spin magazine once hailed him. For over a decade, he and longtime collaborator Dan Curry have dreamed up and performed a cornucopia of outrageous, often illegal, and always death-defying hijinks for the Adult Swim series The Eric Andre Show, as well as in the hit movie Bad Trip. Now, in their very first book, Eric and Dan reveal the secret fuel behind their surrealistic prank machine. Get ready to gorge your thirsty peepers on epic stories of shame, redemption, and glory behind pranks so dumb they're brilliant.and beyond the realm of criticism.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 602 With Public Theater Legend Gail Papp Public/Private is Gail’s memoir about her life with famous producer/director Joe Papp as they founded the Public Theater in NYC. Over their 26-year relationship, Gail and Joe established a legendary partnership that built the famous theatrical institution. In her memoir, Gail gives you an inside look at the early years of the Public when plays such as A Chorus Line were just starting and then little-known actors were making their way in show business. Gail and Joe’s production genius was responsible for an extraordinary body of work that launched the careers of dozens of actors, including James Earl Jones, Colleen Dewhurst, Gloria Foster, Morgan Freeman, Raúl Juliá, Kevin Kline, Mandy Patinkin, George C. Scott, Martin Sheen, Meryl Streep, and Diane Venora, all of whom make an appearance in the book.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 601 With Phil Traill Director Of Good Burger 2 Good Burger 2 is the sequel to the iconic ‘90s feature film based on the sketch from the Nickelodeon comedy series All That. The highly anticipated film sequel follows Dexter Reed (Kenan Thompson) and original cashier Ed (Kel Mitchell) as they reunite in the present day at fast-food restaurant Good Burger with a hilarious new group of employees. In GOOD BURGER 2, Dexter Reed is down on his luck after another one of his inventions fails. Ed welcomes Dex back to Good Burger with open arms and gives him his old job back. With a new crew working at Good Burger, Dex devises a plan to get back on his feet but unfortunately puts the fate of Good Burger at risk once again.

In addition to Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell, GOOD BURGER 2 also stars Lil Rel Howery (Get Out) as Cecil McNevin, Jillian Bell (Murder Mystery 2) as Katt Boswell, Kamaia Fairburn (Blockbuster) as Mia, Alex R. Hibbert (THE CHI) as Ed2, Fabrizio Guido (Perry Mason) as Mr. Jensen, Elizabeth Hinkler (The Good Doctor) and Emily Hinkler (The Good Doctor) as Cindy and Mindy and Anabel Graetz (Free Guy) as Ruth. The film also will feature surprise celebrity cameos as well as original GOOD BURGER cast members who are reprising their roles: Josh Server as Fizz, Lori Beth Denberg as Connie Muldoon and Carmen Electra as Roxanne.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 600 With Gary And Shannon Saurage From Taxas Gator Savors They say everything is bigger in Texas, including alligators who may show up unexpectedly in your backyard. The new EarthxTV original docu-series "Texas Gator Savers” follows world-renowned conservationist and alligator wranglers, Gary Saurage and his wife Shannon, their partner Arlie Hammonds, and their Gator Country team of employees and college interns, as they rescue alligators who have wandered where they shouldn't be and work together to relocate them to his refuge. Saurage's Gator Country Park houses American Alligators, crocodiles, and many different reptiles and mammals they receive through nuisance rescues, donations, other institutions, or abandonment.

Saurage and his wife Shannon, who owns the Texas-based adventure park, Gator Country, with their partner Arlie Hammonds is home to over 600 American Alligators, including Big Al, the oldest living alligator in captivity.

On the Texas Gulf Coast, Gary Saurage is the go-to expert for alligator issues. He's a passionate conservationist and the owner of Gator Country, a Texas-based adventure park. Gary's lifelong fascination with alligators traces back to his Louisiana upbringing, where he studied every aspect of these creatures. In 2005, he founded Gator Country, a 15-acre animal sanctuary that houses over 300 alligators and various other animals. Together with his wife Shannon and dedicated team, Gary is on a mission to rescue, relocate, and provide a safe haven for alligators. Whether it's returning them to the wild or rehoming them at Gator Country, Gary's passion for these remarkable reptiles has earned him global recognition.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 596 With Shannon Eastin Author Of Lady Ref Making Calls In A Man’s World "You will never know how many times I said when asked about the lady ref, 'She is the best official on the field.'" -The late, legendary Red Cashion, NFL referee for 25 seasons and two Super Bowls From a young age, Shannon Eastin was strong, fiercely competitive, and driven by the belief that she not only could but should be the best at whatever she set her mind to-including achieving her dream job: referee for the National Football League (NFL). In LADY REF: Making Calls in a Man's World, Shannon Eastin takes readers along on her journey to becoming the first woman to work as an NFL official-after taking on a lot of training, putting in a lot of hard, hard work, learning when to speak up and when to step back, and keeping the faith that God had a plan for her. Throughout, she offers practical lessons and plenty of inspiration for anyone determined to follow their passion and reach their goals without compromising. "I worked hard, I worked at getting better. And when one door wouldn't open, I kept looking for another way through," Eastin says of her quest to break into NFL. A door finally opened in 2012, thanks to a strike. Elated and grateful to be hired as a temporary replacement referee, she kept studying the game, following the rules, and working even harder to prove herself. "To get to this point," Eastin reflects, "I've had to take time to help others understand what I know, to see what I can do, and to trust me-and women like me-to do this work." Before all of the accomplishments that were to be bestowed on Shannon Eastin, there came a powerful drive and a feeling she was born with something extra. You could say LADY REF began the day Shannon Eastin was born.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 599 With Jim Shockey The Author Of Call Me Hunter Once in a long while, a child is born possessing the rarest of gifts, the innate ability to feel impossible beauty, to recognize priceless works of art. When such a child is discovered, a 250-year-old secret organization called Our World trains them to acquire the greatest works of art through theft, bribery, forgery, and even murder. Once found, the masterpiece will disappear again without anyone ever knowing it surfaced and sold for billions of dollars of profit at a secret auction attended by only the wealthiest of the art world's patrons. One of Our World's rare geniuses is Zhivago. He is also a psychopathic killer. On his trail is Hunter, a man who will stop at nothing to destroy the organization and save his daughter from suffering the same fate her mother did at its hands.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 598 With Stephanie Warren Drimmer From National Geographic’s Jurassic Smarts Inside, they’ll discover game-changing fossil finds, surprising dinosaur stats, and a fascinating variety of prehistoric creatures in all shapes and sizes—some totally bizarre! Encounter gentle, long-necked giants; toothy carnivores; and dinosaurs with all sorts of incredible adaptations, like vibrant feathers, massive horns, spikey battle-ax tails, and beyond! Get answers to burning dinosaur questions, like… How do we know what colors dinosaurs were? And, gulp, could you have outrun a T. rex? Meet paleontologists digging up incredible discoveries in the field today, explore dino-themed travel destinations, find out which prehistoric creatures would win big in an eating competition, and way, WAY more. This quirky, info-packed book is a feast for the eyes, with stunning illustrations and fossil photos on every page, a colorful design, and bonus fun facts sprinkled throughout. It’s the perfect book for experienced dino devotees and newcomers alike. For more dinosaur awesomeness from National Geographic Kids, check out these books: Weird But True! Dinosaurs; Ultimate Dinopedia, 2nd Edition; Dinosaur Atlas; and How to Survive in the Age of Dinosaurs.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 597 With Author Brian Abrams You Talkin To Me? Iconic movie lines have long dominated pop culture — a simple line in a film can turn into its own entity, almost outliving the film itself! Brian Abrams explores this phenomenon in “You Talkin’ to Me?”: The Definitive Guide to Iconic Movie Quotes (Workman Publishing; September 26, 2023; Paperback; $19.99), an endlessly fascinating look at classic Hollywood movie quotes from Casablanca to Dirty Harry and The Godfather to Mean Girls.

“You Talkin’ To Me?” is an exploration of how dialogue can transcend context and impact culture, define actors’ careers, and become cemented in the modern lexicon.

Beginning with the 1920’s with the first feature-length film with sound, The Jazz Singer, which introduced the likes of “Wait a minute! Wait a minute! You ain’t heard nothin’ yet”, “You Talkin’ to Me?” dives into each era of film thereafter, granting readers an intimate look into films we love, films we forgot, or films we’ve never seen yet have somehow heard time and time again.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 595 With Sports Writer David Kindred My Home Team The legendary sports journalist writes about the team that changed his life: the Morton High School Lady Potters basketball team. Dave Kindred has covered dozens of Super Bowls and written about stars like Muhammad Ali, Tiger Woods, and Michael Jordan. But a high-school girls basketball team-the Lady Potters of Morton, Illinois-stands apart from the rest. In this moving and intimate story, Kindred writes about his rise to professional success and the changes that brought him back to his hometown late in life. As he dealt with personal hardship, his urge to write sustained him. For years, he has recapped the games of the Lady Potters, including their many runs to state championships. He attended game after game, sitting in the stands and making notes, paid nothing but Milk Duds. And the team and their community were there for him as he lost a grandson to addiction and his wife to long-term illness. Tender and honest, Kindred's story reminds readers what sports are really about. He trades in the exhausting spectacle of Super Bowl Sunday for the joy of togetherness, the fire of competition, and the inexhaustible hope for victory tomorrow.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 594 With Rick Ness From Gold Rush On Discovery In gold mining, there is no better reward than hitting paydirt and potentially making millions overnight. With it come the challenges of mechanical failure or risk of sinking your life savings into barren ground. Despite previous successes, these miners must continue to put in the hard work to stay at the top and fulfill the ultimate American Dream. The ambitious gold miners from Discovery Channel’s hit series GOLD RUSH are in for a make-or-break season that shifts the balance of power forever. There’s only room for the best when GOLD RUSH returns for a new season.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 593 With CNN Host Jake Tapper Author of All The Demons Are Here ALL THE DEMONS ARE HERE brings to the page all of Jake Tapper’s intensive research, his deep love of political and pop-culture history and a very timely commentary on the world today. In this fast-paced and rollicking ride, Ike and Lucy Marder grapple with the State of the GOP after Nixon and the rise of populism as it mirrored the rise of tabloids and tabloid journalism. Jake says that Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein are "integral to the plot" of this new political thriller — set in Montana and D.C. in 1977. Driving the news: "One of the first scenes is in the Senate dining room, where we see Woodward, Bernstein, freshman Senator Jack Danforth." Alternating between Ike and Lucy's dual, fast-paced narratives, ALL THE DEMONS ARE HERE offers a thrilling continuation of the Marder family's story with an unforgettable, brother-sister duo.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 592 With Desmond Child Author Of Livin On A Prayer Desmond Child is the iconic Grammy® Award winning and Emmy nominated songwriter / producer who has contributed to some of the biggest global hits that helped ignite the success of music icons KISS, Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Alice Cooper, Ricky Martin, Katy Perry, and countless others. Desmond is gearing up for the release of his first-ever memoir, “LIVIN' ON A PRAYER: BIG SONGS BIG LIFE” (out Sept. 19) – his personal story of anguish and struggle that reveals how he climbed his way to the top and beyond amid extraordinary circumstances. Sharing his very intimate and unbelievable journey that shaped him into an artist of international renown, the book features a foreword by Paul Stanley, in collaboration with legendary music biographer David Ritz.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 591 With John Kelly From Dictionary.com Information pollution, jawn, decision fatigue, jolabokaflod, grandfamily, NIL, algo, amalgagender and nepo baby are among the new terms Dictionary.com, the leading online and mobile English-language educational resource, has announced 566 new entries, 348 new definitions for existing entries and 2,256 revised definitions, as the dictionary works to keep pace with the ever-changing English language. Some of the key themes and words for the fall 2023 update include pop culture and slang (jawn, nepo baby, NIL, shower orange); modern problems (information pollution, greenwashing, Big Pharma); artificial intelligence (generative AI, hallucinate, GPT); science and tech (biohacking, algo); health and wellness (decision fatigue, coffee nap, intermittent fasting) identity and relationships (grandfamily, box braids, CODA, gay marry, amalgagender); and climate and extreme weather (climate criminal, climate refugee, atmospheric river). Dictionary.com is appealing to word lovers with terms like sonder, mountweazel and accismus, and is highlighting how English continues to borrow directly from other languages with additions like jolabokaflod, kakeibo and hanbok

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 590 With Actor Writer And Producer Michael Jai White From Outlaw Johnny Black Hell bent on avenging the death of his father, Johnny Black vows to gun down Brett Clayton and becomes a wanted man in the process. He goes into hiding, posing as a preacher in a small mining town that's been taken over by a notorious Land Baron. "I hope this movie, inspired by the late Sidney Poitier and Harry Belafonte, creates for others, the kind of joy I felt as a child when I could watch movies over and over with my family and get something new each time!" said writer and director & star White. White stars opposite Anika Noni Rose ("The Princess and the Frog"), Erica Ash ("We Have a Ghost"), Byron Minns ("Black Dynamite"), Kym Whitley ("Act Your Age)," and Tony Baker.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 589 With NBA Great Damien Wilkins From One Shot Overtime Elite One Shot: Overtime Elite is a high-stakes, character-driven docuseries that uncovers the devotion and resilience of Overtime Elite’s (OTE) players and coaches through every loss and victory—on and off the court. It explores the lives of OTE’s next generation of basketball stars from around the country, as they navigate through various challenges and grueling training in pursuit of a professional basketball career. The series will take audiences behind the scenes of a league that is disrupting traditional paths to the NBA and inspiring an entirely new generation of basketball players and fans alike.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 588 with Taylor Heart From Black Rock Candy Black Rock Candy is a rock band from Southern California that boast an eclectic sound of rock, classic rock, blues, alternative and pop with their original music. Picture Halestorm meets Pat Benetar.

Lead singer, Taylor Heart, will captivate you with her incredible vocal abilities, mirrored by Izzy’s colorful guitar riffs and solos. Aaron will have you on your feet with his high- energy drum ensembles. Jordi’s feel-good vibes and hypnotic upbeat bass sounds transcends her love for music. Their blend of rock is a throwback to the sounds of the 60s and 70s with a true flare of the 80s rock sound bringing it forward to the current era.

The band punched into the rock scene with their 2021 album release of which the songs “Crucified” and “The Flame” were featured on 95.5 KLOS Heidi and Frank Show during the popular “Stay or Go” segment.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 587 With Avi Loeb The Author Of Interstellar "[We] are living in the first years of new era, one in which humanity steps into its interstellar future. We have never been so close to scientifically valid proof that life on Earth and human civilization are not alone in the Universe. I am convinced that we are tantalizing close not only to learning that terrestrial life is not the only life in the Solar system, and that human civilization is not the only civilization to exist or have existed. I am also convinced that most of humanity is not ready." -From the Introduction to Interstellar In his New York Times bestseller Extraterrestrial, Avi Loeb, then Chair of Harvard's Astronomy Department, presented a bold idea that shook the scientific community: our solar system had been visited by a piece of advanced alien technology from a distant star. This provocative and persuasive argument opened minds to the vast possibilities of our universe, including the existence of intelligent life beyond Earth. But a crucial question remained: if we become aware of the existence of extraterrestrial life, what do we do next?

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 586 With Writer And Producer Kurt Smeaton From Children Ruin Everything Created by Golden Globe® and Emmy® Award-winner Kurt Smeaton ("Schitt's Creek"), CHILDREN RUIN EVERYTHING is a half hour comedy that follows Astrid (Meaghan Rath, "Being Human," "Hawaii Five-0") and James (Aaron Abrams, "Blindspot," "Hannibal"), as they raise their two young children in the city, while struggling to hold onto their pre-kid life. Illustrating the hilarious and varied ways kids can wreck happiness, alter plans, annihilate goals and dreams, and force parents to re-invent their lives, the series also explores how maybe that re-invented life is somewhat okay, too. Nowhere near as good as that old, really great life. But still kind of nice.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 585 With Kevin Griffin From Better Than Ezra Better Than Ezra's highly-anticipated fall tour comes on the heels of headlining summer tour dates across the U.S., in addition to a slew of shows alongside Train. Their summer trek sees the four-piece band (Kevin Griffin - vocals, guitar, keyboards; Tom Drummond - bass guitar; Michael Jerome Moore - percussion; James "Jim" Arthur Payne Jr. - guitar, keyboards) gracing some of the nation's most cherished stages, kicking things off in Los Angeles at the famed El Rey Theatre on July 18, touching down at Denver's Bluebird Theater on August 1, before heading East and putting an exclamation point on their summer by wrapping things up at Connecticut's Mohegan Sun Arena on August 19 alongside Train

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 584 With Marianna From The Group Project Renegade Greek modern metal band Project Renegade has released its sophomore album Ultra Terra via Pavement Entertainment. The LP was mixed and mastered by Forrester Savell, and it is the follow-up to the band’s 2019 debut LP, entitled Order of the Minus.

Vocalist Marianna says, “Ultra Terra is a musical adventure that explores the futuristic fringes of a world on the precipice of humanity’s demise.”

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 583 With Singer Songwriter Sarah Reeves “Get Back Your Fight" is a song about reclaiming who Sarah is after some recent, massive changes in her life. She wants to reassure her fans that they are not alone in whatever struggle they are dealing with, and that their mental health matters. In March 2023, upon receiving incredibly-engaging reaction on social media after posting an early clip of her newly-written (at the time) song, “Get Back Your Fight,” Sarah Reeves finished writing, recording, and producing the fiery, theatrical track in her Music Row studio in Nashville, further proving that more than just Country Music comes out of Nashville. Since March of 2023, Sarah has added over 100,000 new followers across socials. Sarah has collaborated with multiple, high-profile global DJs, including: Gattuso, R3HAB, Laidback Luke, and Armin Van Buuren. She’s an official 2023 SXSW Showcasing Artist and will participate in the 2023 SXSW Songwriting Camp.

Pop artist and songwriter Sarah Reeves signed her first record deal at age 18. Since then, in addition to pursuing her own artistry, she has dedicated a vast portion of her career to writing songs for other artists for TV and film. Her music has appeared in Disney Plus and National Geographic’s six-part original series “Welcome To Earth,” starring Will Smith; Disney’s "Raya and the Last Dragon" international trailer; promos for “American Idol” and UFC; and on television series across major networks like ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, Hallmark and Netflix, among others. Reeves has also been featured on tracks by high-profile DJs, including: Gattüso, Laidback Luke, R3HAB, and Armin Van Buuren. The Curb | Word Entertainment artist has garnered over 174 million global streams.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 582 With Dylan Kain From The Group NovaKain NOVAKAIN is a groove heavy / rock trio from Dallas TEXAS, that draws influences from old school 70’s rock music while adding their own modern twists to their songs. They keep their music raw with the crunchy guitar tones of KYLE KAIN , mixed with the artistic lyrics and edgy bass playing of his brother bassist / vocalist DYLAN KAIN. Nailed down with the solid yet funky drum chops of JOHN BEREUTER, NOVAKAIN has an infectious style of their own. The band has created a killer album titled “The Oh No! Unknown” that recently caught the ear of Tesla’s guitarist / producer Frank Hannon.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 581 With Alan Paul Author Of Brothers And Sisters New York Times bestselling author Alan Paul's in-depth narrative look at the Allman Brothers' most successful album, and a portrait of an era in rock and roll and American history. The Allman Brothers Band's Brothers and Sisters was not only the band's bestselling album, at over seven million copies sold, but it was also a powerfully influential release, both musically and culturally, one whose influence continues to be profoundly felt.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 580 With The Author Of Brass And Unity Kelsi Sheren This is the story of a woman who witnessed the worst in the War in Afghanistan, was confronted by demons of post-traumatic stress, and fought for her life to become stronger than ever. Fresh out of high school, Kelsi Sheren, a diminutive nineteen-year-old woman, sought to join the military to help liberate those oppressed by the Taliban in Afghanistan. While she was often the smallest person in basic training, she proved she had the biggest heart and often the most energy. She made it to Afghanistan and joined a British military unit for house-to-house insurgent patrol. What she saw there was unimaginable death and destruction-including the killing of a brother-in-arms. Devastated, Kelsi was sent home to get her head straight, but even therapy and medication couldn't clear her mind-or let her sleep. When two others who served with her later took their own lives, she feared that was the only way out. Clinging to life and the love of her husband and child, she knew she wasn't ready to give in. Finding respite in a jewelry business that utilized spent shell casings, and with the help of innovative grief therapy, Kelsi not only survived but continues to thrive-and works tirelessly to spread the word and help others.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 579 With Chas West From Westbound Los Angeles based rock band WEST BOUND —vocalist Chas West, guitarist Jimmy Burkard, bassist Jason “JC” Cornwell, drummer Dave “Chili” Moreno and guitarist/keyboards Torbjorn “T-Bone” Andersson share their new single “Don’t Stand In My Sunshine” powered by Chas West’s striking vocals, hard hitting guitars and rockin’ rhythm section, “Don’t Stand In My Sunshine” is sure to be one of this Summer’s rock anthem songs and destined to be a smash hit! The band came together after vocalist Chas West (the Jason Bonham Band, Foreigner, Lynch Mob, Tribe of Gypsies) reached out to fellow musicians and friends Dave “Chili” Moreno (Puddle Of Mudd, Tribe of Gypsies) on drums, Jimmy Burkard on guitar and Jason “JC” Cornwell (Eric Martin) on bass. They completed the band’s line up with Torbjorn “T-Bone” Andersson (Government Mule) on keyboards/guitar.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 578 With Thunder Rosa And Powerhouse Will Hobbs From AEW TNT launches a second night of professional wrestling with a new tentpole series, “AEW: Collision” on Saturday, June 17. This live, two-hour, in-ring show will air every Saturday night from 8-10 p.m. ET and feature more wrestlers, more stories and more action to super-serve fans. “AEW: Collision” will feature headliners including CM Punk, Thunder Rosa, Powerhouse Hobbs, Samoa Joe, and Andrade El Idolo.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 577 With Grunge Rocker Steve Turner A down-and-dirty chronicle of the birth and evolution of the Seattle grunge scene-from amateur skate parks and underground hardcore clubs to worldwide phenomenon-as told by one of its founding fathers and the lead guitarist of legendary alternative rock band Mudhoney. "I'm a Seattle musician who got started playing in punk bands in the early '80s-a few years before the music scene blew up. And I kept playing in a cult band for over 30 years," says Mudhoney lead guitarist Steve Turner. "My book covers three parts: the early days, the glory days, and the post-glory days that still see many of us playing, raising kids, and earning a living." Turner's MUD RIDE: A Messy Trip Through the Grunge Explosion (Chronicle Prism, June 13) is an exceedingly joyful promenade through the Seattle grunge scene of the late '80s, early 90s-it's clear everyone was having a great time, and that infectious energy jumps off the page as readers travel on a nostalgic journey with Turner through the basements that shaped the sound to the underground flophouses to the sold-out arenas with screaming fans. Along the way are stories about the key moments, musicians, and albums from grunge's beginnings to its comedown, told by someone who was there for it all.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 576 With MTV’s Jay Osterman As part of its Mental Health is Health initiative, MTV’s second-annual Mental Health Action Day has once again brought together more than 1,600 companies and organizations in cities across the country to support the global movement that encourages and empowers people to take action for mental health.

Focusing on the theme Connection, brands and nonprofits in cities around the world will host free in-person events - from music concerts to public art installations to comedy shows – and virtual events designed to support people of all ages with communal and engaging ways to cope with the rise of loneliness during the pandemic.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 575 with Lonestar… Re-recording songs that fans have loved for years can be a tricky proposition, but TEN to 1 strikes the perfect balance between fresh and familiar. It was a labor of love for Lonestar's Dean Sams, drummer Keech Rainwater, guitar virtuoso Michael Britt and lead vocalist Drew Womack. "We've been doing this for a very long time, and we've been super blessed in our 30 plus years together to have 22 top 10 singles and then have 10 of those go No.1," says founding member Dean Sams, who has produced the group's last six albums. "We've adapted our sound so much over the years through playing live, we've started approaching songs a little bit differently and so we just thought we should put a version of who we are today out there with all 10 of our No. 1's." Michael Britt adds: "Most of these songs we've played for 25 years or so, and we know these songs like the back of our hand. It was fun to be able to record songs that everybody knows and just put a different spin on them because we've changed them over time."

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 574 With Naturalist Kris Tompkins From The Film Wild Life WILD LIFE follows conservationist Kris Tompkins on an epic, decades-spanning love story as wild as the landscapes she dedicated her life to protecting. After falling in love in midlife, Kris and outdoorsman and entrepreneur Doug Tompkins left behind the world of the massively successful outdoor brands they'd helped pioneer -- Patagonia, The North Face and Esprit -- and turned their attention to a visionary effort to create national parks throughout Chile and Argentina via their nonprofit Tompkins Conservation. WILD LIFE chronicles the highs and lows of their journey to affect the largest private land donation in history.

WILD LIFE comes from Oscar®-winning filmmakers Jimmy Chin and his wife Chai Vasarhelyi, the directing team behind Free Solo which took home the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. Jimmy and Chai also directed the award-winning film The Rescue, which chronicles the daring rescue of 12 boys and their coach from a cave in Thailand, and they’re currently working on their first scripted feature, Nyad, starring Annette Bening and Jodie Foster about Diana Nyad’s historic swim from Cuba to Florida.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 573 With Singer Song Writer Lana Scott She’s a Top 8 finisher on The Voice Season 21. Kelly Clarkson called her 'Unstoppable,' John Legend called her a 'Songbird,' while Ariana Grande said she's a 'perfectly packaged star!' During May - mental health month – she is partnering with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to release a new song called "Permanent." Proceeds from all streaming (digital and video) will be donated to AFSP. The song was inspired by a close friend who Lana lost to suicide. Recognizing the power of music in her own life, Lana wanted her first release after being on the TV show to be a song of hope and encouragement - that whatever you are going through right now, it's not permanent. Lana will host the Nashville GALA for AFSP in May

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 572 With Kevin Kelly From Speedfreak “Doomsday Devices” was one of the last songs written for the Fast Lane Livin’ album. It’s a song about living in the moment and the temptations people all deal with every single day.

Speedfreak says, "Even though you know you might make some bad decisions along the way, you only live once. You’re not getting any younger so go for it! It’s about living every day like it could be your last with no regrets. It’s the age old saying that it’s better to regret something you HAVE done than something you HAVEN’T."

The music video for “Doomsday Devices,” directed by Zane Rerek, made the rounds on the film festival circuit and won the award for Best Metal Music Video at the Audio Shoot International Musician Video & Film Festival in Wexford, Ireland as well as being selected at over a dozen other fests including an official nomination at Cannes Shorts.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 571 With Jared Harris From The Ghost Of Richard Harris The Ghost Of Richard Harris tells the story of a once famous actor, poet, lover and singer, whose prodigious career was overshadowed by a reputation for drinking and riotous behavior, earning him the epithet 'hell raiser'. It is the story of a legendary Irishman, perhaps the greatest actor Ireland has produced, who still lives in the hearts of his countrymen. And it's the story of a father whose three sons still think about him every day, since his unexpected death twenty years ago. They are still in search of, and argue about, who he really was - a complex, flawed genius.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 570 With Elizabeth Vargus NewsNation, America's fastest growing cable news network, announced that Emmy award-winning journalist and television host Elizabeth Vargas will anchor "Elizabeth Vargas Reports," an hour-long weekday news program debuting April 3, 2023 (6 p.m. ET/5 p.m. CT) from a new state-of-the-art studio in New York City. "Elizabeth Vargas Reports" will feature one-on-one interviews with headline makers across the country and on-the-ground reporting by NewsNation's team of seasoned journalists. Additionally, Ms. Vargas will serve as a regular contributor to NewsNation's daytime and primetime lineup of news, analysis and talk programming.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 569 With Steven Raichlen Creator Of The Barbecue Bible. Steven Raichlen is synonymous with barbecue. The James Beard Award-winning author of an impressive array of New York Times bestselling cookbooks, a Barbecue Hall of Famer, indefatigable barbecue anthropologist and a PBS star, he has shaped America’s obsession with live-fire cooking for decades. It started in 1998, when Workman published Raichlen’s groundbreaking THE BARBECUE! BIBLE, which fired a grilling revolution around the world, transforming the arts of smoking and grilling to the cult status it enjoys today. When this 500-recipe homage to global live-fire cooking was first published, American grilling was limited to simple summer weekend cookouts with little technique or creative thought. And now, it’s hard to believe that there was ever a time when grilling and barbecue weren’t ubiquitous American obsessions.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 568 With Actor Kyle Allen From Space Oddity. Samuel Goldwyn Films has acquired North American rights to Kyra Sedgwick's feature SPACE ODDITY. The film, which had its World Premiere at Tribeca Film Festival, stars Kyle Allen (West Side Story) and Alexandra Shipp (tick, tick. BOOM!) alongside Madeline Brewer ("The Handmaid's Tale"), Carrie Preston ("The Good Fight"), Simon Helberg (Annette) and Kevin Bacon ("City on a Hill"). The film will be released in theaters and digital on March 31, 2023. Planets and lives collide in this Kyra Sedgwick-directed feature. Alex (Kyle Allen) longs to travel to outer space and finally gets the opportunity to do so thanks to a privately-funded Mars colonization program. In the midst of his rigorous preparation, he meets Daisy (Alexandra Shipp), the new girl in town who's trying to start over. The two wayward souls connect in unexpected ways, both of them harboring secrets that they're desperately trying to overcome. However, when questions about the legitimacy of the program and the future of his parents' flower farm begin to crop up, Alex finds himself questioning whether it's easier to confront his past or fly away into the stars.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 567 With Actor Bruce Campbell. Cult favorite genre film star (Evil Dead, Bubba Ho-Tep, Spider-Man) and popular host of "Last Fan Standing" Bruce Campbell hits the road this spring with a 22-city tour, BRUCE-O-RAMA starring Bruce Campbell, starting Wednesday, April 5. Recognizing his god-like status in the horror and fantasy worlds - best-loved for the Evil Dead franchise as chainsaw-wielding Ash Williams (voted the greatest horror movie character ever by Empire magazine) - the Wall Street Journal calls Bruce Campbell "the consummate celebrity of the Comic-Con circuit," while Esquire crows that he "has become America's new favorite game show host!" Evil Dead Rise, the fifth installment of the franchise which Campbell executive produced, comes out on April 21, 2023. A two-part evening of indulgent fun, BRUCE-O-RAMA begins with "Last Fan Standing," the only interactive game show exclusively for fans of pop culture. Praised by Variety as "an unrivaled celebration of pop culture obsession and fan engagement," "Last Fan Standing" is a fast-paced trivia game that tests superfan knowledge about the things that really matter: fantasy, horror, sci-fi, superheroes and gaming. Everyone in the audience gets to play, guided by the hosting prowess of Bruce Campbell and producer Steve Sellery. In the second half, Bruce will introduce a cult film favorite he's starred in and take questions before the screening in a lively half-hour of anecdotes, insults, and random cash giveaways.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 566 With Actor Scott Adkins From John Wick 4 John Wick Chapter 4 puts one of our greatest action heroes in a giant prosthetic suit The John Wick movies are a stuntman's franchise. Directors Chad Stahelski and David Leitch are legendary stunt performers and coordinators, and one of the joys of their movies getting bigger with each installment is seeing Stahelski (who now directs the films solo) fold in more and more action pros from around the world, like Mark Dacascos of Wu Assassins fame or The Raid's Yayan Ruhian. John Wick: Chapter 4 continues this tradition, notably with Hong Kong star Donnie Yen and the king of direct-to-video action himself, Scott Adkins - but like we've never seen him before.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 565 With Novi Brown From Tyler Perry’s Sistas Tyler Perry's Sistas recently celebrated its 100th episode drawing 2 Million viewers and continues to be a catalyst for fostering community and dialogue amongst its loyal and growing fanbase. Executive produced, directed, and written by Tyler Perry, the one-hour drama follows a group of single Black females navigating their "complicated love life," careers, and friendships through the ups and downs of living in a modern world of social media and unrealistic relationship goals.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 564 With Kimiko Glenn And Michael Croner From KIFF KIFF is a new animated buddy-comedy about an optimistic squirrel of the same name (voiced by Kimiko Glenn) and her chill bunny bestie Barry (voiced by H Michael Croner). From creators and executive producers Lucy Heavens and Nic Smal, Kiff follows Kiff and Barry as they navigate school, relationships and their often-eccentric community in Table Town, a world where animals and magical oddballs tackle day-to-day life together. In addition to Kimiko Glenn and H Michael Croner as Kiff and Barry, respectively, the series features Lauren Ash and James Monroe Iglehart (as Kiff's parents), Rhys Darby, Kate Flannery, and Eugene Cordero. Inspired by the people and places Heavens and Smal experienced when they were growing up in Cape Town, South Africa, each half-hour episode, comprised of two 11-minute stories, will include a new original song.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 563 With Cassandra Clare The Author Of Chain Of Thorns James and Cordelia must save London—and their marriage—in this thrilling and highly anticipated conclusion to the Last Hours series. Cordelia Carstairs has lost everything that matters to her. In only a few short weeks, she has seen her father murdered, her plans to become parabatai with her best friend, Lucie, destroyed, and her marriage to James Herondale crumble before her eyes. Even worse, she is now bound to an ancient demon, Lilith, stripping her of her power as a Shadowhunter. After fleeing to Paris with Matthew Fairchild, Cordelia hopes to forget her sorrows in the city’s glittering nightlife. But reality intrudes when shocking news comes from home. Cordelia returns to a London riven by chaos and dissent. , If Cordelia and her friends are going to save their city—and their families—they will have to muster their courage, swallow their pride, and trust one another again. For if they fail, they may lose everything—even their souls.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 562 With MTV’s Travis Mills And Rahne Jones Travis Mills and Rahne Jones are returning with their jaw-dropping series, Help! I’m in a Secret Relationship!, where they uncover the heartbreaking stories of people who have been emotionally manipulated into keeping their relationships a secret. These are the cautionary tales of people who believe they have found the love of their lives, only to discover lies at the core of their relationships. What if your true love is hiding a massive secret… and that secret is you?

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 561 With Actor Singer Songwriter Tom Wopat Singer-songwriter and Broadway star Tom Wopat finds his comfortable groove on the release of his 13th studio album, Simple Man, available now across all major digital music streaming platforms or at ffm.to/simpleman with physical copies also available at TomWopat.com, and at Tom's shows and promotional appearances. Surrounded by his "A" band and music pals of more than 20 years, including producer and bassist David Finck who also has co-production credits on Simple Man. The album marks Wopat & Finck's 4th studio collaboration together from a private New York City studio which was cut in Winter 2022 along with producer and musician Joel Arnow and sound engineer Roy Hendrickson.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 560 With National Geographic’s Ann Williams Treasures Of Egypt Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the discovery of King Tut’s tomb, TREASURES OF EGYPT, portrays the hallowed country’s most remarkable achievements, viewed through decades of discovery chronicled in National Geographic magazine. Here is the story of a proud and dynamic empire that changed the world; its colossal architecture and imposing statues force us to re-think the engineering limitations of the world before modern tools were available. Filled with vivid photographs, revealing timelines, and profiles of major explorers in the field, this exquisite book will inform and inspire.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 559 With Manny Keith From NBC’s The Voice Manny was a shy kid, but always dreamed of being a performing pop artist. His mother pushed him to be himself and at 12 years old Manny found the confidence to join the dance and step teams at his church where he later began singing as well. Sadly in 2017, his mother passed away from cancer, but Manny used his grief as the push he needed to pursue his music beyond the church. He started singing in wedding bands and even caught the attention of Katy Perry after posting his cover of her song online. Manny currently works as a web platform architect, but comes to "The Voice" to see if he has what it takes to pursue music full-time.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 558 With Actress Charlotte Rampling From Juniper Self-destructive teenager Sam (George Ferrier) returns home from boarding school to find his alcoholic, wheelchair-bound grandmother Ruth (Oscar nominee Charlotte Rampling) has moved in. Although two initially clash, over time they develop an unexpected bond. A touching story of loss and acceptance, set against the gorgeous backdrop of New Zealand.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 557 With Screamin Jack Novak From Fastest Land Animal With distortion cranked, synths warm, and no regard for the rules, Fastest With distortion cranked, synths warm, and no regard for the rules, Fastest Land Animal tap into the eternal power of three equally committed (and possibly crazed) kindred spirits. In this case, the trio— Screamin’ Jack Novak [vocals, guitar, synths] aka John Cusimano, Alfonse Castillo [guitar, bass] aka Jonny Blaze and Shark Samuels [drums] aka Andrew Meskin crash land (at full speed) into the intersection of glorious gutter punk, revved-up rock ‘n’ roll, and off-kilter pop. This slick, yet sharp style continues to captivate a growing fan base with nearly 10 million YouTube views and counting and acclaim from the likes of RIFF Magazine and more.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 556 With Richard Williams From The Group Kansas In 1973, the “garage band” from Topeka was discovered by Wally Gold, signed by Don Kirshner, and released their debut album in 1974. KANSAS has gone on to compile a catalogue that includes sixteen studio albums and five live albums. KANSAS has produced eight gold albums, three sextuple-Platinum albums (Leftoverture, Point of Know Return, Best of KANSAS), one platinum live album (Two for the Show), one quadruple-Platinum single ‘Carry On Wayward Son,’ and another triple-Platinum single ‘Dust in the Wind.’ Most recently, KANSAS has released two Billboard charting albums with 2016’s The Prelude Implicit and 2020’s The Absence of Presence. “Our entire career has been a winding journey,” comments KANSAS guitarist and original member Richard Williams. “Whether it’s been the ‘original’ lineup signing with Don Kirshner, years on the bus, touring with Queen, worldwide success peaking with Leftoverture & Point of Know Return, the valleys of the 90’s and ‘dinosaur bands’ losing steam, various lineup changes, to our most recent ‘rebirth’ and success of our latest new music over the last eight years; there have been several forks in the road of that journey. This 50th Anniversary Tour and release will represent that journey and the forks along that road.” To further celebrate the band’s 50th Anniversary, InsideOutMusic has released Another Fork in the Road – 50 Years of KANSAS. The 3-CD career-spanning collection features carefully selected tracks from across KANSAS’s sizable discography. It also includes a new version of the song ‘Can I Tell You.’ Originally released on their 1974 debut album, the song is updated by the current lineup. Another Fork in the Road – 50 Years of KANSAS is available now. Fans can order it here - https://kansas.lnk.to/AnotherForkInTheRoad-50YearsOfKansas

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 555 With Susannah Cahalan Author Of Brain On Fire An award-winning memoir and instant New York Times bestseller that goes far beyond its riveting medical mystery, BRAIN ON FIRE: is the powerful account of one woman’s struggle to recapture her identity. One day in 2009, Susannah Cahalan woke up alone in a strange hospital room, strapped to her bed, under guard, and unable to move or speak. A wristband marked her as a “flight risk,” and her medical records—chronicling a month-long hospital stay of which she had no memory—showed hallucinations, violence, and dangerous instability. Yet only weeks earlier, she had been a healthy, ambitious twenty-four-year-old, six months into her first serious relationship and a promising career as a cub reporter at a major New York newspaper. BRAIN ON FIRE is Susannah Cahalan’s astonishing true story of her inexplicable descent into lunacy and the brilliant, lifesaving diagnosis that nearly didn’t happen.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 554 With Andrew Igbokidi From NBC’s The Voice Andrew comes from a musical family. Andrew's parents moved here from Nigeria when his mom took a physician's residency in Chicago. Andrew is a first-generation American, but fully embraces the Nigerian culture by making their delicious food, having strong family ties, and by wearing Dashikis to special occasions. His great grandfather was the village chief in their home in Nigeria. Andrew is now following in his mother's footsteps by studying to become a doctor. He just completed his pre-med biology degree and got accepted into four medical schools, three of which offered him full scholarships. He doesn't think it will be an issue working 9-to-5 as a doctor and then hitting the stage right after to sing.

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 553 With Fox News Anchor Rick Leventhal Chasing Catastrophe

From the front lines in Iraq and Afghanistan to the base of the burning Twin Towers on 9/11, Rick Leventhal chronicles some of the most amazing stories he's covered in his thirty-five years as a news reporter, anchor, and Senior Correspondent in his new book Chasing Catastrophe: My 35 Years Covering Wars, Hurricanes, Terror Attacks, and Other Breaking News.

Part memoir and part leadership manifesto, Chasing Catastrophe empowers those who are ready to work hard to overcome adversity and achieve their goals. In this book, Rick Leventhal shares incredible highlights and some of the most challenging moments of his career

Thank you for being part of the conversation. This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 552 With Captain Bob Young Vagabond Pilot: A Voyage of Discovery and Renewal follows his journey from Santa Monica to Connecticut and back, between May 28 to September 16, 2019. Bob traversed the country he thought he knew, visiting old friends, making new ones. Searching for meaning in a time of unprecedented personal and national crisis, Bob ultimately discovers the surprising truth about himself and the country he loves. The book’s chapters detail each leg of the tri

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 551 With Joe Morton And Tracey Moore From Inside The Black Box Inside the Black Box, hosted by Emmy and NAACP Image Award winner Joe Morton and celebrity acting coach Tracey Moore, spotlights the greatest artists of color, from actors to producers to directors, writers and musicians, and allows them to reflect on how the color of their skin affected their journey to success. Season 2 continues the important conversations from last season with a new set of black artists, with some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry. Talent featured in the second season includes Debbie Allen (Grey's Anatomy, Fame), Keith David (Nope, Armageddon), Jeffrey Wright (The Batman, Westworld), Malik Yoba (First Wives Club, Designated Survivor), Wendell Pierce (Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan, The Wire), Ruben Santiago-Hudson (Billions, Castle), Rob Morgan (Stranger Things), and Naturi Naughton (Power, Queens).

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 550 With Sharon Price John Author Of Stories And Heart The journey to an amazing life is often a winding road, but the scenic route can be fun and enlightening. Sharon Price John, the CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop assembles a blueprint for making meaning in modern times in STORIES & HEART (published by Forbes Books). More than just candid stories that educate and inspire, she guides readers through her framework for using their own personal stories to enact meaningful change in their lives. Each chapter begins with a themed story highlighting a life lesson — like learning to set productive goals, or challenging limiting perceptions — then proceeds to a “Questions from the Heart” section that creates a place for contemplation. The chapters conclude with a “Create Your Own Story” exercise designed to help readers identify the power of their personal stories, impact their own journeys, and create a life they love.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 549 With Natl GEO’s Most Famous Bird Watcher Noah Stryker Bird watching or “birding” is one of the fastest growing hobbies in North America. With minimal equipment required, it is easy for anyone to get started. Discover the joy and fun this pastime has to offer. Whether you are a beginner bird watcher or looking to expand your horizons, NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC BIRDING BASICS: TIPS, TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES FOR GREAT BIRD WATCHING by Noah Stryker is a fun inspiring guide. Exploring the art, craft and science of bird-watching, Stryker shares practical know -how and expert knowledge. Browsable and bursting with helpful illustrations and photographs, BIRDING BASICS offers new ideas for when, where, and how to get to know the birds in your world. It is filled with easy- to -follow advice on what to look and listen for, how to use field guides
and birding apps, the best equipment to start with, and ways to engage with other birders. You will learn how to attract birds and ID them, recognize bird song and witness the magic of migration.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 548 With Ian Harrison From NBC’s The Voice Ian's dad was his best friend growing up. Sadly, when Ian was 9, everything changed when his dad took his own life. Ian picked up his dad's guitar and taught himself how to play, which helped him feel close. After some time, life took a turn for the better when his mom met his now-stepdad, Scott. Ian calls Scott his "adopted dad" and it means the world to Ian that Scott stepped into his life as a father figure. With support from his family, Ian was able to cope and grieve. He ventured into singing in middle school choir, which segued into singing in church, and eventually landing the lead in the high school musical.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 547 With Shark Attack Survivor Paul De Gelder These three words - a mantra Paul learnt in the Australian Army as a young Paratrooper - resonated with him the first time he heard them. Paul de Gelder chased adventure wherever he could find it, from his wild ride as a hoodlum teen and his whirlwind lifestyle working in the music industry & in a strip club, to hauling his way up to the elite echelons of the Australian Defense Forces as an Army paratrooper and then a Navy bomb disposal diver. But trouble hunted him down in the form of a 9ft bull shark in February 2009 while diving for the Navy. Paul lost two limbs, and his career as a daredevil diver was flung into jeopardy.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 546 With Singer Songwriter Jessie Haines Jessie Haines is pleased to announce her latest single, “I Love You” is out now. Pressed up against the backdrop of a somber, sweet-sounding steel pedal guitar, Haines’ delicate delivery and near falsetto chorus is simply rapturous. It’s a straight-forward storyline – with love taking Haines to the breaking point. Knowing full well that the song will elicit a myriad of interpretations, Haines is keen to share that the song is about the addiction to a toxic relationship. Haines’ deliberate, empowered stance is typical for the New Jersey-born country singer and songwriter. Haines is bent on honoring the true country roots from icons such as Tammy Wynette, Wynonna Judd and Johnny Cash, all the same. Still, that East Coast grit and underdog attitude shines through in all she creates.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 545 With Dr. Rama Chellappa Author Of Can We Trust A.I? In Can We Trust AI? Dr. Rama Chellappa explores :the history of AI from its post–World War II origins through the computer revolution of the 1960s –70s, and its applications explosion since 2012. Chellappa offers a balanced account of the benefits and dangers of AI, and of how researchers are leading the way toward safer, more convenient, and also more equitable, uses. With descriptions of AI applications in disaster relief, the patent process, our hopes for robots, and the biometrics involved in finding National Geographic magazine’s most famous cover subject, Can We Trust AI? Is essential reading for anyone who embraces the potential—or fears the reach—of artificial intelligence.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 544 With Author And Journalist Nora Nues MUHAMMAD NAJEM, WAR REPORTER In 2018 CNN Reporter Nora Neus stumbled across the twitter feed from Muhammad Najem, a 15-year-old Syrian using social media to tell his story in any way he could. He was only eight years old when the war in Syria began. He was thirteen when his beloved Baba, his father, was killed in a bombing while praying. By fifteen, Muhammad didn’t want to hide anymore—he wanted to act. He was determined to reveal what families like his were enduring in Syria: bombings by their own government and days hiding in dark underground shelters.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 543 With Vegan Celebrity Chef Priyonka Naik As the new year begins, you may feel inspired by Veganuary challenges and sticking to your health- and sustainability-related resolutions. If so, the research would have your back. Many studies show the benefits of consuming organic food for health and the environment. And while inflation and most organic foods tend to put these items at a high cost, there are new budget-friendly options at grocery stores keeping sustainability top of mind.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 542 Dr. Andreas Michaelides From NOOM When it comes to your goals — whether they are related to developing a sustainable, healthy relationship with food, jump-starting a fitness routine, or mitigating a health issue — how you think influences everything you do in your attempt to reach those goals. Having the right mindset is key to any successful change in behavior, but it’s also the most neglected element of setting and achieving your goals. You might know what you should do, but what matters is why you want to do it, and how you’re going to do it in a way that works for you long-term.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 541 With Mega Producer Dean Devlin From Leverage: Redemption The hit series Leverage: Redemption – starring Noah Wyle, Beth Riesgraf, Christian Kane, Aldis Hodge, Aleyse Shannon and Gina Bellman -- is back with all-new episodes on Amazon’s free streaming video service, Freevee. Leverage: Redemption follows a Robin Hood-esque team of criminals as they stage elaborate cons against wealthy and powerful individuals on behalf of clients who have been wronged. The first three episodes premiere on November 16 and a new episode releases each Wednesday. The fan-favorite first season of Leverage: Redemption is also available on demand on Amazon Freevee.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 540 With Kate Kalvach From NBC’s The Voice Kate grew up a pastor's kid and started singing in her parents' church. Kate's parents are both very musical and have influenced her tremendously. Even though Kate comes from a church background, she enjoys writing and singing pop songs. Kate met her husband, Matt, in college through the jazz band. Matt is an up-and-coming rapper from the Czech Republic. Their music passions brought them together and they married in 2018. Sharpening each other with their differences, Matt has pushed Kate out of her comfort zone and is one of the main reasons she is performing on "The Voice."

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 539 With Actor And Author John Ross Bowie From his earliest memories of watching Rhoda with his parents in their tiny Hell's Kitchen apartment, John knew that he wanted to be an actor. The strange, alternate world of television-where people always cracked the perfect joke, lived in glamorous Upper East Side buildings, and made up immediately after fighting-seemed far better than his own home life, with parents on the brink of divorce and a neighborhood full of crumbling pre war architecture and not-so-occasional muggings. That other world also seemed so unattainable. Besides crippling stage fright (which would take him years to overcome) John's father, ever aloof and cynical, has instilled within him the notion that acting is "no job for a man."

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 538 With Actor Comedian Musician Jacob Latimore From House Party

An all-new “remix” of the 1990 classic comedy House Party arrives only in theaters on January 13. In the new movie, aspiring club promoters and best buds Damon (Tosin Cole) and Kevin (Jacob Latimore) are out of money, down on their luck and about to lose the roofs over their heads. Recently fired from their jobs as house cleaners, the pair needs a huge windfall to make their problems go away.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 537 With Disney’s Leslie IWerks The Imagineering Story Walt Disney called Imagineering “the blending of creative imagination with technical know-how.” From Disneyland, U.S.A. to Shanghai Disneyland, the technologically advanced artisans and storytellers known as the Imagineers have created entire worlds of Disney magic. Now, as told to Leslie Iwerks, herself part of a Disney Dynasty, these Disney park designers reveal their secrets. Expanding upon her documentary of the same name, The Imagineering Story, the entire legacy of WDI is covered from day one through future projects with never-before-seen access and insights from people both on the inside and on the outside.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 536 With Songwriter Holly Knight Author Of I Am The Warrior Throughout I AM THE WARRIOR, Holly Knight not only offers a glimpse of her life as a songwriter but also captures what was so fantastic about the MTV eighties. "If you were there, maybe my memoir has made you smile or laugh out loud, reminiscing where you were when you heard this song or that one," Knight writes. "If you weren't alive yet and hadn't lived through that period, maybe, for the time you were inside these stories, you'll wish you had."

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 535 With Rocker Terry Ilous Terry Ilous, lead singer for the band Great White, and founder of 80's metal band XYZ is premiering his third solo venture, Gypsy Dreams. A video trailer for the album can be viewed via the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K900FNP5rrQ Terry Ilous relocated to Hollywood, California from Lyon, France in 1986 forming the metal band XYZ along with friend and bassist Pat Fontaine. Ilous quickly became a favorite on Sunset Strip scene in the late 80's before getting signed to Enigma / Capitol Records. After selling over 1.5 million records worldwide and touring with artists such as Foreigner and Alice Cooper; Ilous has continued to release albums well into the 2000’s along with film, song-writing, and television work.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 534 With Actor Robert Bathurst From A World Of Curiosities It’s spring and Three Pines is reemerging after the harsh winter. But not everything buried should come alive again. Not everything lying dormant should reemerge.

But something has.

As the villagers prepare for a special celebration, Armand Gamache and Jean-Guy Beauvoir find themselves increasingly worried. A young man and woman have reappeared in the Sûreté du Québec investigators’ lives after many years. The two were young children when their troubled mother was murdered, leaving them damaged, shattered. Now they’ve arrived in the village of Three Pines.

But to what end?

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 533 With Chef Andy Murray Creator Of Eat Drink And Be Murray "My hope in reliving some of my favorite culinary experiences with you over the following pages is that not only will you learn to make some incredible dishes for friends and family, but you will also discover your own love of cooking. These stories, recipes, and tips became part of my DNA after spending a life in the kitchen." ─ Andy Murray, from the introduction of EAT, DRINK AND BE MURRAY

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 532 With Billiards Champion Jeanette Lee From ESPN’s 30 For 30 ESPN introduces the next installment in the Peabody and Emmy award-winning 30 for 30 series, Jeanette Lee Vs. on December 13 on ESPN and streaming on ESPN+. The documentary recounts the rise of Jeanette Lee, the billiards player nicknamed “The Black Widow,” who at her peak became, improbably, one of the most recognizable figures in sports.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 531 With Greg Patnode From Desert Dragon Desert Dragon has released their new album, This Side of Heaven on all digital and retail platforms. The band’s first release with vocalist Keith St. John. Making up the rest of the band is Greg Patnode and Brent Barker on guitar, Rick Brandt on bass, Lenny Roberto on drums, and Michael Smith on keyboards. “We decided to go a little heavier on this album to get a little more energy,” says Patnode.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 530 With Hailey Mia From NBC’s The Voice Hailey grew up with a love of music and has been singing since she could talk. At eight years old, she had to have surgery to correct the deteriorating vision in her right eye, but says music was the driving force that got her through it all. After a successful surgery she regained over thirty percent of her vision and went on to teach herself how to read music and play the piano. She participates in choir and talent shows and is getting ready to attend a technical high school where she’ll get to take courses in vocal performance. As the youngest in the competition, Hailey has been waiting for the day she turned 13 so she can finally sing on “The Voice” stage.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 529 With Andrew Morton Author Of The Queen: Her Life Painfully shy, Elizabeth Windsor's personality was well suited to her youthful ambition of living quietly in the country, raising a family, and caring for her dogs and horses. But when her uncle, King Edward VIII, abdicated, she became heir to the throne-embarking on a journey that would test her as a woman and as a queen.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 528 With Allan Kozinn and Adrian Sinclair Authors Of THE McCARTNEY LEGACY VOLUME ONE: 1969-73 The first of a groundbreaking multivolume set detailing Paul McCartney's life beyond the Beatles. Informed by hundreds of interviews, extensive archival research, and thousands of never-before-seen documents, Kozinn and Sinclair combine an examination of McCartney's personal life with accounts of his musical undertakings to paint a complex portrait of an often tortured, self-doubting perfectionist.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 527 With Dale George Lytle From The Group Angeles. The groups new release is The Band Played On

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 526 With Becky Brideau From Dystopica
Connecticut-based heavy metal band Dystopica releases their newest EP, Deception, via Pavement Entertainment. Recorded at Dexters Lab Recording Studio by producer Nick Bellmore (Dee Snider, Corpsegrinder, Ripper, Hatebreed, Toxic Holocaust), Deception has a fresh sound combining hard rock, heavy metal, thrash metal, and progressive metal. The 5-track EP is truly an ode to uniting classic metal with modern influences.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 525 With Director James Fox From Moment Of Contact
Director James Fox's latest UFO documentary MOMENT OF CONTACT. The documentary investigates the 1996 Varginha Incident speaking with eyewitness who, to this day, are plagued by what they experienced. Fox is continuing his investigation even after MOMENT OF CONTACT going to DC to find the remains and uncover more information.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 524 With Jerry Trainor, Ky Baldwin And Michaela Russell From Snow Day
Snow Day follows a group of kids who are determined to achieve their dreams when their school closes for a snow day. Siblings Hal (Ky Baldwin, Peter Allen: Not the Boy Next Door) and Natalie Brandston (Michaela Russell, WandaVision) discover that anything is possible on a snow day when a surprise winter whiteout offers them the chance to break routines and take giant risks. Inspired to pursue his crush, Claire (Shelby Simmons, Bunk’d), Hal enlists the help of his best friend, Lane (Fabi Aguirre, Les Misérables on Broadway), to help him express his feelings, and Natalie decides she must challenge the town’s cranky snowplow man if she wants to pull off the task of creating a second snow day.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 523 With Rachel Bolan From Skid Row

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 522 With Paul Sexton Author Of Charlie’s Good Tonight
The fully authorized and official biography of legendary Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts, one of the world's most revered and celebrated musicians of the last half century. British journalist Paul Sexton-who has covered the band for more than thirty years-has been authorized to write Watts' biography by his family, who have maintained a low-profile dignity both before and since the drummer's death. The welcome result is CHARLIE'S GOOD TONIGHT: The Life, the Times, and the Rolling Stones: The Authorized Biography of Charlie Watts, a frank, affectionate portrait of an iconic musician and singular man. The book also has the approval of the Rolling Stones themselves, with forewords by both Mick Jagger and Keith Richards.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 521 With Actor Singer And Model Serayah
In Hip Hop Family Christmas Wedding – the sequel to last year’s hit movie, Hip Hop Family Christmas -- hip hop’s most famous family is back, and this time, Christmas wedding bells are ringing! Jessica (Keri Hilson) and Jayson (Ne-Yo) are getting ready to say their “I do’s”, while their mothers Tina (MC Lyte) and Nancy (Valarie Pettiford) are fighting it out for wedding planning supremacy. Meanwhile, Blare (Terrence J) is running his own music label and working to sign Mega (Shad “Bow Wow” Moss) when he meets his formidable, beautiful new boss, Jai (Cassie), who proves to be a force to be reckoned with.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 520 With Philip Winters Of Tyrant
Tyrant is a Lansing, Michigan based heavy metal band formed by brothers Philip and Andrew Winters in 2012 while they were still in high school. Fueled by a passion for music and life on the road, Tyrant has grown into seasoned road warriors. In addition, the band has benefited from consistent radio play, including hitting No. 21 on the NACC Metal Chart and No. 3 on the Metal Contraband Chart. Beyond that, the group has garnered ample positive press via Metal Insider, Metalsucks and even the legendary Metal Injection.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 519 With Chas West Of Westbound
West Bound started with just Chas, Z, & Chili. When it was time, Chas added other pro players to round out the lineup. Jimmy Burkard (guitar) was introduced to Chas thru Stephen McGrath (Billy Idol) and was quickly added to the mix. Jason Cornwell (Eric Martin) was joined next on bass. He and Chas played together in a previous project and they had an immediate bond! The final piece of the puzzle put into place was Torbjorn “T-Bone” Andersson (Government Mule) who was asked to join on keyboards/guitar!

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 518 With Mike Allen The Power Of Saying More With Less
Brevity is confidence. Length is fear. This is the guiding principle of Smart Brevity®, an ethos built by Axios journalists to prioritize essential news and information, explain its impact and deliver it in a concise and visual format. Every day, we are bombarded with words—emails, text messages, IMs, social media. Now, the cofounders of Axios have created an essential guide for communicating effectively and efficiently using Smart Brevity®—think Strunkand White’s Elements of Style for the digital age.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 517 With The World’s First Female Roadie Tana Douglas
What goes on tour stays on tour -- unless you're the first woman roadie in the world!

At just fifteen, Tana Douglas ran away to the circus that was rock 'n' roll in the 1970s, taking a job with a young and upcoming band called AC/DC. While still a teenager she headed to the UK and later the US to work for a who's who of bands and artists. Life on the road was exhilarating, hard work, occasionally surreal but never dull, particularly when you're the only woman in the road crew and the #metoo movement is still 40 years away.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 516 With Country Music Great Josh Turner
UPtv is your place for a festive night of songs and celebrations with a Grammy nominated country artist this holiday season.

Multi-platinum selling country star Josh Turner is coming to UPtv with his King Size Manger Christmas special, premiering on Friday, November 18 at 7/6c. The special is part of the network's Most Uplifting Christmas Ever. Turner will be performing his unique interpretation of iconic holiday classics and originals from his first-ever Christmas album, King Size Manger, on a night promised to be festive and full of songs and celebration. He'll discuss special holiday traditions with hosts Lorianne Crook and Charlie Chase. And he'll be joined by special guests Pat McLaughlin, Rhonda Vincent, and the Turner family.

And "special" is the way that Turner describes King Size Manger, especially given the roles his family plays in it and had on his tour. "I'm really excited to have the King Size Manger Christmas special debut on UPtv. It was important that the special feel like an extension of our Christmas tour from last year," he said.

"My wife and four boys were on the road with me, and were a big part of The King Size Manger Tour," he continued. "Jennifer played keys, my eldest son Hampton played most of the show and Hawke, Marion and Colby were all featured on several songs. Our family loves Christmas and is honored to be a part of UPtv's uplifting season this year."

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 515 With Maci Bookout McKinney
The casts of Teen Mom OG and Teen Mom 2 are each currently in different stages of motherhood – some have kids in diapers, while others are now parenting teenagers! But they all share the unique experience of momming so young. For the first time, the moms and all their stories will be brought together in Teen Mom: The Next Chapter one supersized series that focuses on the unique bond they share as they face the reality of parenthood and adulting while entering new phases of life together.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 514 With Nick Quested
Part of Peacock’s Doc Fest, HELL OF A CRUISE, is a new film from Emmy-Award Winning Director, Nick Quested, which pulls back the curtain on a two-week, claustrophobic nightmare onboard the plague-ridden Diamond Princess at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

When passengers and crew members boarded the luxury Diamond Princess cruise ship in January of 2020, they had no idea that the deadly novel coronavirus boarded the ship with them turning the floating paradise into an infested jail. With access to hours of never-before-seen self-shot footage from passengers, this two-hour feature documentary explores what went wrong and why only one week later Carnival Cruises began to send other cruise ships out to sea - where the same nightmare occurred again.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 513 With Orlando Mendez From NBC’s The Voice
Orlando is a second-generation American, his grandparents immigrating from Cuba. Despite his strong Cuban influence and growing up in Miami, Orlando took an interest in country music in high school and soon earned the nickname “Cuban Cowboy.” When Orlando’s grandfather passed away, Orlando learned from his dad that his grandfather was a real Cuban Cowboy. This made Orlando feel even more connected to his country roots. Orlando started his own band eight months ago that he is very proud to call the Orlando Mendez Band. The band started off in the Florida Keys but is now booking gigs all over the state.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 512 With Sherriff Reginald B Scandrett From 60 Days In
For the first time in series history, seven formerly incarcerated citizens will voluntarily go behind bars at the Henry County Jail in McDonough, Georgia to help pinpoint the problems and assist the new Sheriff with a reconnaissance mission in the facility.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 511 With Valerie Harding From NBC’s The Voice
Valarie is a new grandma to her 6-month-old granddaughter and another recently born. Valarie admits it's a bit strange to be a grandmother at only 41, but she also became a mom to her first son at the age of 18. Shortly after becoming a parent, she joined the band Wallstreet, which gave her an outlet to gig and bring in money. It also introduced her to a guitar player named Parry, who would go on to become her husband, as well as an amazing father to her children. Valarie and Parry run Wallstreet Entertainment and Sound, a self-owned business that serves as a one-stop-shop for all audio or entertainment needs. Parry runs sound, but they also perform as a cover band for events all around Tulsa and surrounding areas.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 510 With Actress Michael Learned
DAHMER - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story premieres exactly 50 years after Michael Learned's iconic role of Olivia Walton on The Waltons, and represents the actress' remarkably versatility and reinforces her Emmy winning capabilities.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 509 With Larry Bone From Chokesetter
Chokesetter formed in 2018 with a few old friends and longtime veterans from the local music scene in Northwest Indiana. Having played in notable separate bands for years, these gentlemen forged a path together that would form a heavy hitting band of crunchy riffs and smooth grooves.

Chokesetter combines several musical influences from Black Sabbath and Clutch all the way to Fu Manchu and passionately grind their wheelhouse in authentic feel-good rock-n-roll, stoner rock riffs and swing style blues. Chokesetter rises above the rest by being well seasoned and experienced in playing live to any kind of audience and making new fans wherever they play in any variation of lineup.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 508 With NFL Great And Author R.K. Russell
A groundbreaking memoir from professional NFL player, writer, and advocate R.K. Russell, who made history by becoming the first out active NFL player to identify as bisexual. In 2019, R.K. Russell broke the mold when he came out as bisexual in an essay for ESPN that ignited the sports world. Now, in his powerful memoir, The Yards Between Us he shares his story and explores his love of football, men and women, walking the devastating tightrope of keeping his sexuality secret, the tension between his private and public lives, and the importance of crashing through barriers.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 507 With Film Critic Ty Burr
A film critic and pop culture columnist for The Boston Globe for two decades, from 2002 to 2021, Ty Burr currently writes "Ty Burr's Watch List" (tyburrswatchlist.substack.com), a popular e-newsletter for movie and TV recommendations-including streaming ones-and cultural commentary

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 506 Alejandra Ramos The Great American Recipe
THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE is a new eight-part uplifting cooking competition that celebrates the multiculturalism that makes American food unique and iconic. Hosted by Alejandra Ramos, the series gives talented home cooks from different regions of the country the opportunity to showcase their beloved signature dishes, share their stories and compete to win the national search for “The Great American Recipe.” Judges Leah Cohen, Tiffany Derry and Graham Elliot are on hand to encourage and support the contestants along the way.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 505 With Marine Major Tom Schueman And Zak Creators Of Always Faithful
Band of Brothers meets Argo in this dramatic and heartfelt dual memoir of the war in Afghanistan told by two men from opposite worlds.
Always Faithful entwines the stories of Marine Major Tom Schueman, and his friend and Afghan interpreter, Zainullah "Zak" Zaki, as they describe their parallel lives, converging paths, and unbreakable bond in the face of overwhelming danger, culminating in Zak and his family's harrowing escape from Kabul.
In August of 2021, just days shy of the 20th anniversary of 9/11, America ended its longest war. The speed of the Afghanistan's fall was so stunning that thousands of Afghan citizens who had helped American forces over the course of two decades-and had been promised visas in return-were suddenly stranded, in extreme, imminent danger. As the world watched the shocking scenes of desperation at the Kabul airport in the final two weeks of August, Maj. Tom Schueman fought-both behind the scenes and through a social media campaign-to get his friend and former Afghan interpreter, Zak, out of Afghanistan before he and his family were discovered by the Taliban. When Zak and his family finally took off from the airport mere days before the US left the country, the years-long effort to get Zak to America culminated in two simple words on Instagram: "Wheels up."

Episode 504 With Actor Omar Epps
Set in South Jamaica, Queens, in 1991, Power Book III: Raising Kanan is a prequel to the original Power series, which was created and produced by Courtney A. Kemp and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson. The third series in the Power Universe tells the origin story of fan favorite character Kanan Stark (MeKai Curtis) and his entry into the criminal world through his mother, Raquel “Raq” Thomas (Patina Miller), who ruthlessly runs the family’s drug empire.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 503 With Actress And Author Holly Robbinson Peete
Like many kids on the autism spectrum, Charlie finds solace and empowerment in pools, ponds, sprinklers, visiting the aquarium, and swimming in the ocean. Through his adventures and discoveries, he shows the world that even though he has autism, autism doesn’t have him. It is a beautiful ode to the love between siblings Callie and Charlie, while showing readers that kids who may experience the world in different ways can help us see the wonders of swimming to your own rhythm.

CHARLIE MAKES A SPLASH, co-authored by Holly Robinson Peete and her son, RJ Peete, is a companion to the award-winning book MY BROTHER CHARLIE. With the same cast of characters bringing whimsy to everyday fun for all children, the Peetes co-wrote these books to help share awareness about autism with other children who have been touched by it.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 502 With Ashley Ross From Bank Of America
As head of client experience and retail client solutions, Ashley and millions of others around the nation are celebrating Customer Appreciation Week. Digital tools are changing the way customers interact with businesses. For every twelve positive connections with a business it only takes one bad moment to change the path of a client.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 501 With Matt Stubbs From GA-20
GA-20 clearly is on to something big. It’s a movement, a new traditional blues revival. The dynamic, throwback blues trio are disciples of the place where traditional blues, country and rock ‘n’ roll intersect. “We make records that we would want to listen to,” says guitarist Matt Stubbs. “It’s our take on the song-based traditional electric blues we love.” Stubbs, guitarist/vocalist Pat Faherty, and drummer Tim Carman have been at the forefront of this traditional blues revival since they first formed in 2018. It’s no wonder they skyrocketed to the top of the Billboard Blues Chart.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 500 With Kayden Lebsack And Jay Lewis From American Ninja Warrior

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 499 With Jason Kander Author Of Invisible Storm
In 2017, President Obama, in his final Oval Office interview, was asked who gave him hope for the future of the country, and Jason Kander was the first name he mentioned. Suddenly, Jason was a national figure. As observers assumed he was preparing a run for the presidency, Jason announced a bid for mayor of Kansas City instead and was headed for a landslide victory. But after eleven years battling PTSD from his service in Afghanistan, Jason was seized by depression and suicidal thoughts. He dropped out of the mayor's race and out of public life. And finally, he sought help.

In this brutally honest second memoir, following his New York Times best-selling debut Outside the Wire, Jason Kander has written the book he himself needed in the most painful moments of his PTSD. In candid, in-the-moment detail, we see him struggle with undiagnosed illness during a presidential bid; witness his family buoy him through challenging treatment; and, giving hope to so many of us, see him heal.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 498 With James Earl And Clare Gillies From Sprung On FreeVee
From the acclaimed comedy creator Greg Garcia, Sprung follows a convicted criminal determined to turn his life around after serving more than two decades in prison. When he is released unexpectedly from prison due to the pandemic with no place to live and the world on lockdown, Jack (Garret Dillahunt) shelters-in-place with an unlikely group of former inmates, who band together and use their criminal expertise for good.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 497 With Jason Reid Creator Of The Rise Of The Black Quarterback
It Means for America by NFL journalist Jason Reid, chronicles the history of the treatment of Black Players in the NFL, and the breakout careers of a thrilling new generation of Black quarterbacks. Reid delves deeply into the culture war ignited by Colin Kaepernick’s peaceful protest that shone a light of systemic oppression and police brutality. Intimate portraits of Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson and Kyler Murray feature prominently in the book as well as the career and legacy of beloved NFL players such as Doug Williams and trailblazing pioneers Marlin Briscoe and Eldridge Dickey.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 496 With Grand Master Dork Lord Michael Johnston
He’s set about turning traditional tropes in the fantasy genre on their head. In this epic adventure, GRAVE DANGER, written for ages 8-12, Johnston recasts the villain figure as the hero – because let’s be honest, it’s always the villain that gets to do all the fun stuff, and has the coolest powers.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 495 With Isaiah Crews and Gabrielle Nevaeh Green
Nickelodeon is putting slime on the green in a brand-new tee-rific golf competition, Nickelodeon Slime Cup. The hour-long special will feature a “Nick-ified” golf course with one-of-a-kind tee boxes, far-out fairways and greens, physical challenges, and lots of slime, culminating with an exciting final round taking place inside the iconic Rose Bowl stadium.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 494 With Susan Speranza Creator Of Ice Out
Francesca Bodin has a near-perfect life as an accomplished music teacher and professional flutist living in the Vermont countryside with her husband Ben, and their four-year old daughter, Addie. This ends suddenly when a snowmobiling accident traps the three of them in a frozen lake. Ben, after escaping onto the ice, leaves her and Addie to die.
Francesca believes she sees their dog pull Addie from the lake and drag her into the nearby woods. Desperate to help her daughter, she crawls from the icy waters and follows them. Once she enters the forest, however, she finds herself trapped in a sinister, dream-like world where night never ends, where Addie’s whereabouts remain hidden from her, and where she encounters a group of women who, like Francesca, have been left to die and now seek to unleash their revenge on those who have harmed them. When they have Ben in their sights, Francesca realizes that if she is ever to escape this nightmare and save her daughter, she must first save the husband who abandoned them.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 493 With Lana Scott From NBC’s The Voice
She’s been singing her entire life and grew up participating in musical theater and performing at church. Her grandmother Lana, her namesake, always encouraged her singing and pushed her to pursue country music. After high school Lana attended Berklee College of Music, but left early after landing a singing contract on a cruise ship. Lana spent the next three years performing daily while traveling to beautiful destinations and rediscovered her love for country music after realizing how well it suited her voice and songwriting style. When the contract ended she headed west to continue her music career. Lana hopes to honor her late grandmother and make her family proud on “The Voice”.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 492 With Actor Michael Lombardi From The Retaliators
An upstanding pastor uncovers a dark and twisted underworld as he searches for answers surrounding his daughter's brutal murder. A high-octane original soundtrack and cameos from some of the biggest names in rock music set the tone as this horror-thriller reveals a game of revenge played using a new set of rules. Michael Lombardi (Rescue Me), Marc Menchaca (Ozark), and Tommy Lee (Musician) star. Five Finger Death Punch, Joseph Gatt, Papa Roach, The Hu, Ice Nine Kills, Escape The Fate, and more appear on screen and on THE RETALIATORS Original Soundtrack, releasing with the movie via Better Noise Music.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 491 With Simone Missick And Wilson Bethal From All Rise On OWN.
Following its two-season run on CBS, the Image Award-nominated courtroom drama All Rise returns for a 20-episode third season on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network beginning Tuesday, June 7. All Rise follows the chaotic lives of judges, prosecutors and public defenders who pursue justice for the people of Los Angeles amidst a flawed legal system. The show follows newly appointed Judge Lola Carmichael (Simone Missick who also executive produces the new season), a highly regarded former deputy district attorney who pushes the boundaries of what a judge can be. Wilson Bethel (Daredevil, Hart of Dixie) co-stars as Mark Callan, the Deputy District Attorney of Los Angeles who is also Judge Carmichael’s best friend.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 490 With Char Margolis You Are A Psychic
She’s an internationally acclaimed psychic intuitive medium who has been using her gifts to help people for more than forty-five years. She is the author of several books including The Universe is Calling You and YOU ARE PSYCHIC. She divides her time between Michigan, Los Angeles, and Palm Springs, CA.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 489 With OD From Zeistencroix
Post-industrial band Zeistencroix releases its new EP, Cruxi-Fiction, via Pavement Entertainment. Cruxi-Fiction follows the band’s debut album, Gen Z, which dropped back in 2019. Zeistencroix recorded Cruxi-Fiction at Stygian Sound, a private studio located at the renowned Sound City Center, and at ES Audio Recording Studios in Burbank, California. With the support of producers Tim Palmer and Alex Crescioni, Zeistencroix unleashes a 5-track EP that cultivates a unique post-industrial sound with both heavy and ethereal cyberpunk vibes.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 488 With Andy Bonillo From TikTok
The clock may be ticking until students head back to school, but there's no final countdown on our passion for empowering people of all backgrounds who love to #LearnOnTikTok. We're always looking for ways to foster a culture of security awareness and education at TikTok. This back to school season, we hope to inspire students, families, and seasoned professionals of all ages to learn new cyber skills and consider pursuing a career path in the fast-growing cybersecurity sector. To make strong online choices even easier, TikTok and the Global Cyber Alliance (GCA) developed an interactive Cybersecurity Toolkit for Individuals. The toolkit provides a step-by-step guide with free tools and resources to help everyone defend their digital footprint and #BeCyberSmart. Here are some of our favorite tips to follow -- whether at school, work, home, or on the go -- and everywhere you may be online.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 487 With Taima Steadman A True Modern Day Guitar Hero
Custom Guitar Builder/ MotegaCustomz at Guitar Luthier/ Session Guitarist and works at Owner at Motega Customz and Session Guitarist at BiggT Sessions

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 486 With Kelly Hargrave Creator Of Shark Stuff
For animal lovers who are absolutely obsessed with everything sharks, this book has it all: tons of mind-blowing facts, exciting games, hands-on activities, hilarious shark jokes, and suspenseful stories from shark experts. It also includes tantalizing tidbits about perplexing prehistoric sharks, the latest info on studying sharks in the wild, and surprising, cutting-edge discoveries about shark behavior. With more than 250 photos and gallery spreads showcasing sharks with the fiercest features, and articles on the latest shark research, SHARK STUFF by Kelly Hargrave is sure to keep kids engaged even on those rainy summer afternoons.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 485 With Dr. Jan Pol
THE INCREDIBLE DR. POL, it’s piggies, ponies and puppies; heifers, horses and hounds; and goats, geckos and geese. Whether it’s a dose of TLC, urgent critical care or after-hours emergencies, Doc Pol and his team are on call…all day, every day. Doc hustles to a nearby farm in a bid to save a cow in labor struggling to deliver her twins! Daisy the lab suffered a painful injury in an accident, but in Doc’s care, she’ll be good as new. It’s another season where heroics are on display every day as this dedicated team answers the call for help. We laugh, we cry, and we raise a glass to Doc as he veterinary service to animals small and large in central Michigan.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 484 With Jaicy Elliot From Romance In Style On Hallmark
No stranger to the small screen, Jaicy is best-known for her breakout role as Dr. Taryn Helm on ABC's long-running hit series Grey's Anatomy. Elliot has also showcased her talent within the Grey's universe with a recurring role on Station 19, as well as the digital short series Grey's Anatomy: B-Team.
Jaicy has a large verified social media following with over 202,000 Instagram followers and over 34,000 Twitter followers
Grey's Anatomy: B-Team was nominated for a Primetime Emmy in the Outstanding Short Form Comedy or Drama Series category

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 483 With Cassidy And Clark Freeman From Yellowbrickroad
The story of YELLOWBRICKROAD begins in 1940 when, after a viewing of The Wizard of Oz, the residents of the small town of Friar, New Hampshire, walked up a mountain trail and mysteriously disappeared into the wilderness. There was one lone survivor who recounted stories of chaos and death before going insane. Seventy years later, a group of intrepid researchers made up of history buffs, filmmakers and psychologists, find the long-forgotten trail marker and proceed on an expedition to discover what happened to that long ago town and its inhabitants. Unfortunately, what they uncover lurking in those still New England woods is certainly not what they expected.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 482 With Styles P And Adjua Styles From VH1’s Couples Retreat
During a week-long vacation, cast members will take part in an honest and uncensored conversation on how celebrity couples showcase the challenges and triumphs of their relationships, navigating the complex waters of love, heartache and communication. The series will also discuss various social issues including mental health, overcoming infidelity, navigating grief and loss, spirituality, having children and more.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 481 With Kathryn Schulz The Author Of Lost And Found
Stemming from her unforgettable 2017 New Yorker essay “When Things Go Missing,” the new book -- LOST & FOUND -- begins with the disorientation Schulz felt after the death of her father, and delves into all the ways our lives are shaped and molded by what is no longer with us. But it is also about astonishing discovery, as Schulz follows the story of losing her father with one of finding the woman she would eventually marry. Part memoir, part guidebook, it is an exploration of how all our lives are shaped by loss and discovery—from the maddening disappearance of everyday objects to the sweeping devastations of war, pandemic, and natural disaster; from finding new planets to the thrill of recognition that comes from falling in love. It is Schulz’s ability to lay bare this elemental yet confounding truth that gives the book its otherworldly, magnetic power: life is both awful & wonderful, all at once.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 480 With Cedric Williams From Face’s Music Party On Nickelodeon
Face is back for a new generation of preschoolers in Face’s Music Party, a brand-new music variety show premiering Monday, June 6, at 11 a.m. (ET/PT). The interactive series that combines animation and live action (13 episodes) will feature a reimagined Face as host and VJ, playing modern pop hits and revamped nursery school classics to create the ultimate music party. Face’s Music Party will debut as part of the ongoing “Music Mondays”-themed preschool programming block and air regularly Mondays at 11 a.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 479 With The Drummer Of Hootie And The Blowfish Jim Sonefeld
Two-time GRAMMY®-winning drummer, songwriter, inspirational speaker, and author Jim “Soni” Sonefeld is set to release a new EP, Remember Tomorrow, this Friday, July 29th, on Vere Music. Its first single, “Bow To Him,” was released this past March, marking Sonefeld’s first solo release since the completion of his three-EP cycle Found In Love in 2015. Remember Tomorrow picks up where Love left off, using a palette of gospel, rock, country, and pop songs to paint a rich and earnest portrait of his personal journey of healing and religion.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 478 With Claudia Jordon, AJ Dismute And KJ Johnson From VH1’s Couples Retreat
During a week-long vacation, cast members will take part in an honest and uncensored conversation on how celebrity couples showcase the challenges and triumphs of their relationships, navigating the complex waters of love, heartache and communication. The series will also discuss various social issues including mental health, overcoming infidelity, navigating grief and loss, spirituality, having children and more.
Hosted by Michael Blackson (Coming 2 America) and his fiancée Rada, the cast also includes Ronnie DeVoe (New Edition) and Shamari DeVoe (Blaque), Claudia Jordan (Out Loud with Claudia Jordan) and her boyfriend KJ, high school sweethearts Nick Young (NBA) and Keonna, Styles P (The Lox) and Adjua, and Jess Hilarious (Wild’n Out) and her boyfriend Daniel. The couples will be joined by relationship gurus and experts, including esteemed Life Coach AJ Johnson and NBA champion John Salley.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 477 With Singer Songwriter Bertie Higgins
Award-winning singer and songwriter Bertie Higgins has partnered with Time Life to bring "Pirates and Poets" to digital streaming services for the first time since it was released in 1983. The album features 12 of his self-described "Trop Rock" love songs, including "Leah" recorded with Roy Orbison. Higgins and Time Life will also release four digital compilation albums today, giving fans more than 60 songs to discover and rediscover: "Gold Treasures," "Let's Sail Away to Key Largo," "Rock the Docks" and "Forever Casablanca."

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 476 With Robyn Lively From Strong Fathers Strong Daughters
Inspired by the best-selling book "Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters," by Dr. Meg Meeker. Being a parent is one of life's greatest callings, but that responsibility can be overwhelming.

Steve loves all three of his daughters - but does he really know who they are? Discover the heartfelt journey of a dad who is desperately trying to hold onto his little girls but learns he must give up control and have faith with their future.

When a wealthy businessman learns his daughter is engaged to a missionary, he embarks on a quest to keep her closer to home. But when his efforts go awry, he must learn to give up control and trust God with her future.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 475 With Katherine From NBC’s The Voice
Katherine’s older sisters were in musical theater and inspired her to get involved. After joining them in a school production they went on to sing in weddings and even started recording songs together, but Katherine was the only one who decided to pursue it as more than a hobby. In high school she started traveling with an a cappella group, which found success competing in national talent shows. Katherine went on to receive her degree in psychology, but as she was getting her masters she decided to get back to music and pursue being a solo artist. Katherine’s performance on “The Voice” will be her first time performing alone outside of a group setting.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 474 With Nell McShane Wulfhart The Great Stewardess Rebellion
It was the Golden Age of Travel and everyone wanted in. As flying boomed in the 1960s, women across America applied for jobs as stewardesses, drawn to the promise of glamorous jet-setting, the chance to see the world, and an alternative to traditional occupations like nursing, teaching, and homemaking.

But as the number of "stews" grew-and it did: in 1965 around one million women interviewed for only 10,000 open positions-so did their suspicions that the job was not as glamorous as the ads would have them believe. "Sky girls" had to adhere to strict weight limits at all times; they couldn't marry or have children; their makeup, hair, nails, and teeth were regulated; girdles were mandatory while on the clock and any supervisor could conduct a "girdle check" at any time, including the pilots; the pay was meager; and, most importantly, they had to resign when they turned 32.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 473 With Robyn Campbell And Matt Doyle From UB40
OFFICIAL ANTHEM OF THE 2022 COMMONWEALTH GAMES AND FIRST SINGLE FROM UPCOMING ALBUM UB45 (2023), CELEBRATING A MOMENTOUS 45 YEARS
BIGGA BAGGARIDDIM US TOUR WITH THE ORIGINAL WAILERS FEATURING AL ANDERSON, MAXI PRIEST & BIG MOUNTAIN BEGINS AUGUST 18
UB40 releases "Champion," the first single from their upcoming 2023 album titled UB45, a celebration of the band's 45 years with new and reworked music. Featuring two of Birmingham's most respected emcees, Gilly G and Dapz on the Map alongside new frontman Matt Doyle, "Champion" is also the official anthem of the 2022 Commonwealth Games, hosted by UB40's diverse hometown of Birmingham, England, July 28 - August 28.

On August 18, the Bigga Baggariddim tour will kick off in Knoxville, TN with The Original Wailers featuring Al Anderson, Maxi Priest and Big Mountain. Tickets are available now at UB40.global.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 472 With Luke, Angie And Jayna From The Future X
Introducing a pop group like no other: The Future X. The group features three dynamic singers and four incredible dancers, all discovered on TikTok – they each collectively demonstrate the platform’s unique ability to showcase extraordinary new talent. Now living together at a beautiful estate in Malibu, The Future X is currently in the studio recording new music. As the group works on new music and prepares for the Honda Civic Tour – The Future X’s first tour -- fans can follow along on their journey on an all new content hub on TikTok with immersive and immediate access to every stage of the group’s creative and personal journey here.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 471 With Paul Wight From The Movie Marcus
Starring Owen Miller and Katana Malone alongside Wight, the film is slated for release on July 15, 2022 from Gravitas Ventures
Gravitas Ventures, an Anthem Sports & Entertainment, Inc. company, has acquired North American rights to J.R. Poli's drama MARCUS, it was announced today. Based on Poli's award-winning short film of the same name, MARCUS stars Owen Miller, Katana Malone, Todd Bruno, Jennifer Lynn Sharp, and seven-time world wrestling champion Paul Wight.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 470 With Actor Mike Cabellon From Mr. Mayor
Mike can be seen reprising his fan-favorite role as Chief Strategist Tommy Tomás in season two of NBC's hit comedy series, "Mr. Mayor," opposite Ted Danson and Holly Hunter. Created by Tina Fey and Robert Carlock, "Mr. Mayor" follows a retired businessman (Danson) who runs for mayor of Los Angeles to prove he's "still got it." Season two of "Mr. Mayor" premieres on NBC on March 15, 2022. Additional acting credits for Mike include Netflix's "Orange Is the New Black," the HBO dramedies "High Maintenance," and "Crashing," as well as guest appearances in NBC's "New Amsterdam" and Netflix's "Luke Cage."

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 469 Lee Loughnane From The Group Chicago
It's truly rare for a band to forge a musical legacy so indelibly ingrained into the public's consciousness that their name alone is synonymous with the sounds they create. Chicago is one such band. Their unique blend of personally relatable songwriting based on real life experiences, multilayered harmonic vocalizations, and world-class brass arrangements has fostered a singular style of songcraft that has been electrifying audiences across the globe for over six decades and counting. To that end, Chicago's forthcoming 38th album, Born for This Moment - set for release on July 8, 2022, via BMG - serves to enhance the band's hallowed recorded heritage to the nth degree.
Born for This Moment captures the true heart of Chicago at their full creative capacity. From the undeniable swing of "If This Is Goodbye" to the unbreakable bonds of "For the Love" to the deeply personal storytelling of "Safe Harbours" to the patriarchal aspirations of "Make a Man Outta Me" to the romantic reveries of "If This Isn't Love" and the connective tissue of "Someone Needed Me the Most," it's quite clear the collective force of nature that is Chicago is indeed alive and well and flourishing better than ever, right here in the first quarter of the 21st Century. Over the entire course of 14 vibrant new songs, Born for This Moment encapsulates the scope and breadth of all the compositional and performance-propelled strengths at the ready in Chicago's seemingly endless arsenal of musical acumen.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 468 With Actor Comedian Dave Coulier
"TnT In The Morning" is the highest-rated local radio program on K-HUGG radio - but Tommy (Coulier) and Tina (Pendergast) have to navigate the ups and downs of the radio industry while trying to trust their new producer, Jerry (Cashman).
Watch what happens when a veteran radio talk show host and his co-host have to navigate the ups and downs of the radio world when their new producer takes over.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 467 With Kostya Kennedy Creator Of The Book True
The year 2022 marks the 50th anniversary of the passing of baseball legend Jackie Robinson. It also marks the 75th anniversary of one of the most significant moments of the 20th century - Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier in major league baseball. Rightfully, much has been written about Jackie Robinson. To commemorate these two significant anniversaries, acclaimed author Kostya Kennedy has written the most interesting and unique biography of Jackie to date in his new book, TRUE: The Four Seasons of Jackie Robinson

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 466 With Xavier Cornell From Season 21 Of The Voice
Xavier grew up in an athletic family and after enrolling him in several sports they realized he may be better suited for the arts. He grew up singing and started taking piano lessons, but later got picked on for being an artistic kid. Xavier used songwriting as a way to express himself and finally found his community after joining musical theater in high school. He started entering in singing competitions and open mic nights and is currently in two a cappella groups. Through a cappella Xavier has found a confidence he thought he’d never have and is excited to flex his skills on “The Voice”.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 465 Celebrating Ronnie James Dio’s 80th Birthday With His Wife Wendy
Ronnie James Dio would have turned 80 years old on July 10. Among the greatest heavy metal singers of all time, Dio’s career spanned five decades, touched millions of fans and pioneered his signature “devil’s horns,” one of the most popular hand gestures in the world. Dio also provided vocals and lyrics for some of the most iconic rock albums of all time with Black Sabbath and Rainbow, before establishing his own band Dio as a metal force with their 1983 debut Holy Diver.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 464 With Gary Janetti Author Of Start Without Me
When his Do You Mind if I Cancel? debuted on the New York Times bestseller list in 2019, it was hailed by critics, peers, and readers alike as "rolling-on-the-floor funny," "unflinchingly honest" and "incisive and sharp-tongued" with comparisons to David Sedaris, Fran Leibovitz, and David Rakoff. The New York Times noted: "From 'Family Guy' to his own Instagram account, Janetti has been behind some of his generation's greatest comedy. This book of essays is no exception." The book made the pains and indignities of everyday life both hilarious and relatable-and was an instant hit.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 463 With Amin Joseph From The Royal
The Royal tells the story of iconic former Kansas City Royal slugger Willie Mays Aikens (Amin Joseph), whose promising career quickly turned disastrous because of drug addiction. Aikens, to this day a World Series home run record holder, was entrapped by tricky cops and ultimately sentenced to the longest prison sentence ever given to a professional athlete in a drug case. THE ROYAL is an intimate portrait of a man taking the hard circumstances of his life and turning them around against all odds, as he seeks redemption with his estranged family and friends (including George Brett), with baseball, and ultimately with himself upon his release from prison.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 462 With Alexa And Carlos Pena Vega Authors Of What If Love Is The Point
While overcoming the many financial, emotional, spiritual and marital challenges after the pair met and married, the two have countless TV and film appearances under their belt - including an influential season on "Dancing with the Stars," where they made history as the only married couple ever to compete against each other. Those appearances in Season 21, which are powerfully chronicled by Alexa, brought the two to a whole new national audience, and gave them weekly opportunities to witness about their faith and talk about marriage as a sacred commitment people should still believe in, led thousands of people of all ages to write in, thanking them for taking a bold stance and even, in some cases, helping reignite the marriages of some viewers. With all of the buzz around them, Alexa and Carlos had offers to do a reality show, but they wanted to steer clear of that world because they felt a heartfelt inspirational book would be the ideal way to chronicle their amazing lives.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 461 With Actress Cynthia Geary From Going Home
GOING HOME is a compelling and touching drama that follows an inspiring team of nurses who help guide patients and loved ones on the ultimate journey - one of transition from this world to their forever home. The series stars Cynthia Geary, with guest stars including Charisma Carpenter (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel), Tom Skerritt (Picket Fences) and NFL star Vernon Davis (San Fran 49'ers, Denver Broncos Washington Redskins).

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 460 With Joe Mansman From The Midnight Revival Band.
A blistering display of dangerously skilled rock and rollers. Their spirited stompers offer an essence of familiarity to listeners while rarely veering off the road less traveled, and having enough hooks to draw you in like air to the lungs. The group never fails to maintain that haughty and boisterous swagger they've become so well known for since forming in 2014 in Upstate NY.

Check out the band's new song "Take It Easy," written by Joe Mansman and The Midnight Revival Band. It was engineered, mixed, and mastered by Brandon Kapoor at Skyfall Recording Studio, Greenwich, NY.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 459 With Rebecca Metz From Better Things
The story of Sam Fox (Pamela Adlon), a single mother and actor, raising her three daughters, Max (Mikey Madison), Frankie (Hannah Riley) and Duke (Olivia Edward) in Los Angeles. She also looks after her mother, Phil (Celia Imrie), an English expat who lives across the street.

In its fifth and final chapter, Better Things focuses on 'the road ahead' for its unconventional, unfiltered heroine, who is so devoted to her life as a working actor and single mother of three that she's left little time for that one elusive thing: herself. As she navigates three daughters, each coming of age; the challenges of her chosen career; and her mother's increasing signs of aging (as well as her own)-Sam embraces each moment, and each member of her family, with a fierce love, raw honesty and biting humor. As each of the Fox women come of age into the next phase of their life, they are inspired to reevaluate themselves, learn from the past and find their own direction.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 458 With Keyboardist Derek Sherinian
One of the most significant keyboard players of the modern era, has released ‘Vortex’. Returning alongside Sherinian is legendary drummer Simon Phillips, who once again co-wrote and co-produced the album, as well as Tony ‘The Fretless Monster’ Franklin, on bass.

The new single is “The Scorpion.”

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 457 With Actor Harold Perrineau Star Of From On EPIX
Created and executive produced by John Griffin (Crater), directed and executive produced by Jack Bender (Lost, Game of Thrones, Mr. Mercedes), and executive produced by Showrunner Jeff Pinkner (Fringe, Alias, Lost), FROM features a stellar ensemble cast led by Harold Perrineau (Lost). The series unravels the mystery of a nightmarish town that traps all those who enter. As the unwilling residents fight to keep a sense of normalcy and search for a way out, they must also survive the threats of the surrounding forest – including the terrifying creatures that come out when the sun goes down.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 456 With Jeff Buehner From The Loyal Order
Last Words presented itself when singer, Jeff was experimenting with an open tuning on an acoustic guitar, the same as The Rain Song by Led Zepplin. The pre-chorus, “Coins in my eyes, what will my last words be?”, fell into his lap both lyrically and melodically almost instantly. It was such an inspiring thought that the song demanded to be finished. Guitarist Brandon Cook latched onto the idea and composed the intro, middle, and outro.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 455 With Dr. Christian Gregory From The Right To Offend
The Black Comedy Revolution” is a two night documentary event which explores the progression of Black comedy and the comedians who have used pointed humor to expose, challenge and ridicule society’s injustices and to articulate the Black experience in America. Executive produced by Kevin Hart’s HARTBEAT and TIME Studios, the documentary explores Black comedy through a unique lens, tracing the evolution and social awakening of the courageous comedians who dared to push against the constraints of their time and spoke truth to power.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 454 With Robbie Pickering From Gaslit On STRZ
Gaslit is a modern take on Watergate that focuses on the untold stories sand forgotten characters of the scandal - from Nixon's bumbling and opportunistic subordinates to the deranged zealots aiding and abetting their crimes to the tragic whistleblowers who would eventually bring the whole rotten enterprise crashing down.
The limited series has an impressive lineup which includes Academy Award winners Roberts ("Martha Mitchell") and Penn ("John Mitchell") as well as Shea Whigham ("G. Gordon Liddy"), Dan Stevens ("John Dean"), Betty Gilpin ("Mo Dean") and Darby Camp ("Marty Mitchell").

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 453 With Soman Chainani
His debut fiction series, The School for Good and Evil, has sold more than 3 million copies, has been translated into more than thirty languages across six continents, and will soon be a film on Netflix. In his stand-alone new novel. RISE OF THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL, Chainani takes us back in time to the early days of Evers and Nevers, the rift between School Masters to the arrival of the first Readers from an ordinary town called Gavaldon—all told through the adventures of its most legendary students from fairytale lore. Here, for the first time, we have the never-before-told story of the events leading up to Sophie and Agatha’s dramatic arrival to the school and the beginning of their epic fairy tale.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 452 with Chef Andre Rush
Former White House Chef Andre Rush is set to release his debut memoir "Call Me Chef, Dammit!: A Veteran's Journey from the Rural South to the White House" on April 19, 2022, via Harper Horizon. The book chronicles Chef Rush's fight against poverty, racism, gender norms, and PTSD to become a master sergeant, celebrity chef, and a leading advocate for mental health awareness and suicide prevention among active US military members and veteran's organizations.

Chef Rush became an overnight sensation in 2018 after a photograph of his now-famous 24-four-inch biceps--the by-product of 2,222 daily push-ups--went viral. From his childhood working on a farm, to developing into a gifted athlete and artist, to his joining the Army, Chef Rush has dedicated his life to serving others. During his 24-year military career, his reputation as an award-winning cook eventually led him to the White House, where he served under four United States presidents¬--Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Barack Obama and most recently, Donald Trump.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 451 With Tammy Tuckey
It’s been over four years since I released my Walt Disney World cover album "You'll Find Me on Main Street" and one of the questions I get asked the most is when will I release my second album. Well, here's the official answer... in 2023!
But, to make this happen, I would like to humbly ask you for your help.
The goal is to release an album with nine new Walt Disney World song covers and one original song written by myself in April 2023. This campaign is ALL or NOTHING - if we hit the $10,000 goal in 60 days, the album will move forward. If not, the project will be cancelled.
www.tammytuckey.com

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 450 with Elizabeth Gore The Benefits Of Tik Tok
TikTok is the world’s fastest-growing digital platform, which now has more than a billion users world-wide. While many may think of TikTok as an app for viral dances or trending songs, it’s also a tool that many small businesses have leveraged to find an audience, market their products and significantly increase sales. A detailed report titled “Small Business Digital Marketing Trends” – to be announced on June 16 – reveals the success small business owners have found by using TikTok to engage users and generate real-world results.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 449 With Comedian Natasha Leggero
Rat in the Kitchen is far more than a traditional cooking competition show. Hosted by iconic roasting queen and comedian Natasha Leggero and world-renowned celebrity chef Ludo Lefebvre, is a game of high-stakes cat and mouse. Six chefs work together to impress Chef Ludo – except for one. One chef is a saboteur trying to secretly destroy the team’s dishes.

In each episode, six new chefs compete in various cooking challenges, earning cash for every dish that impresses Chef Ludo. At the same time, they’ll try to expose an undercover mole (the rat) determined to sabotage the dishes and undermine their chances at victory. At the close of each episode, both cooks and viewers will determine who they believe is the rat. If the cooks guess correctly, they win their bank but if successfully duped, the rat walks away with the cheddar.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 448 With Rhea And Lou From Cooper’s Bar
Cooper's Bar, executive produced, directed by, and starring Rhea Seehorn, is a six-episode digital series that follows the antics of character actor Cooper, played by Mustillo and the unique group of LA natives who frequent his neighborhood bar. Seehorn plays an awful Hollywood executive -- "the biggest dick in Hollywood" -- who's a regular at Cooper's makeshift watering hole. Casey Washington, David Conolly and Kila Kitu also star in the series, which was created by Conolly, Hannah Davis-Law, Nick Morton, Mustillo and Seehorn. Evan Shapiro and Alfredo de Villa are executive producers.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 447 With Samara Brown From NBC’s The Voice
Samara grew up in the Bronx in a very religious and musical household. She was only allowed to listen to gospel music and naturally got her start singing in church. Samara was first introduced to secular music in college and found her calling in musical theater. After graduating, she joined a jazz ensemble and began traveling abroad to perform. Samara was inspired to take her music career even further after supporting her older sister Amanda Brown on Season 3 of "The Voice," who garnered fifth place overall. For the last few years, Samara has been gigging as a solo act and is ready to seize her moment on "The Voice".

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 446 With Todd Hoffman From Hoffman Family Gold
Love him or hate him, fans of Discovery’s #1-rated show “Gold Rush” have watched Todd Hoffman from the very beginning when the original dreamer took to mining and launched the franchise. Todd has excavated mine after mine for a chance to strike it rich in gold. After hanging up his gold pan more than four years ago, Todd is banking his future mining career on turning around a rundown mine far off the grid 80 miles north of Nome, Alaska. With Alaska’s unforgiving weather, rookie crews and beat up equipment, the mine is struggling to keep operations going.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 445 with actress Hanako Greensmith from Chicago Fire
She debuted as "Violet" in Season 8, recurring on the show through Seasons 8 and 9 and will join the cast as a series regular for Season 10. Currently her character, paramedic Violet Mikami, is involved in a romantic relationship with her boss, Chief Hawkins, played by Jimmy Nicolas. Recent credits include NBC's CHICAGO MED, CBS's BULL, and CBS's FBI. She made her New York theatre debut in the off-Broadway production of LOLITA, MY LOVE and is a graduate of Pace University.

VIOLET is a fun, cool, sexy, ball-busting, confident, capable paramedic. At the top of her game, and she knows it. Full of swagger, her skill can be intimidating but mostly she's impressive. She'd never back down from a challenge, and isn't afraid to speak her mind.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 444 with Food Guru Adam Richman
Season three of popular nonfiction series "The Food That Built America" will satisfy viewer's appetites by sharing the origin stories of a new group of bold pioneers behind America's most iconic food empires such as Orville Redenbacher, Ettore "Chef" Boiardi, Wally Amos, Debbi Fields and Tom Carvel among others. Before these brands became household names, they came from brilliant - sometimes ruthless - visionaries who revolutionized food and changed the culinary landscape of America forever. Through dramatic recreations, fascinating facts, and expert commentary, this season delves into the unbelievable stories of grit, creativity and determination by these culinary entrepreneurs whose unrelenting innovation helped them come out on top.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 443 with Patti Quatro and Brie Darling From Fanny.
Sometime in the 1960s, in sunny Sacramento, two Filipina-American sisters got together with other teenage girls to play music. Little did they know their garage band would evolve into the legendary rock group Fanny, the first all-women band to release an LP with a major record label (Warner/Reprise, 1970). Despite releasing 5 critically-acclaimed albums over 5 years,touring with famed bands from SLADE to CHICAGO and amassing a dedicated fan base of music legends including David Bowie, Fanny's groundbreaking impact in music was written out of history... until band mates reunite 50 years later with a new rock record deal. With incredible archival footage of the band's rocking past intercut with its next chapter releasing a new LP today, the film includes interviews with a large cadre of music icons, including Def Leppard's Joe Elliott, Bonnie Raitt, The Go-Go's Kathy Valentine, Todd Rundgren, The Runaways' Cherie Currie, Lovin' Spoonful's John Sebastian, The B-52s' Kate Pierson, Charles Neville and David Bowie guitarist and bassist Earl Slick and Gail Ann Dorsey. Fighting early barriers of race, gender and sexuality in the music industry,and now ageism, the incredible women of Fanny are ready to claim their hallowed place in the halls of rock 'n' roll fame.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 442 with singer songwriter Michael Buble’
Michael Bublé wants to take you Higher! In support of his new album, the Grammy winning, multi-platinum superstar entertainer will be back on the road with his brand new “Higher” tour beginning August 8th in Duluth, Georgia. Tickets for the 27-city US tour, are now on sale. With unstoppable talent, energy and a voice that is equally at home singing standards, pop tunes, swing, jazz, R&B and comedy, it’s no wonder that when Michael Bublé gets to town, the party begins. You don’t want to miss it!

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 441 with Philippe And Ashlan Cousteau.
In honor of World Ocean Day on June 8, husband and wife Ocean Advocates & Explorers Philippe & Ashlan Cousteau can share unique insights into the health of our ocean and discuss some of the steps we can take every day to be part of the solution for a brighter future for our ocean and the planet. People can also visit www.EarthEcho.org for a wealth of information and resources for making a positive impact on the ocean.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 440 with author and actress Melissa Gilbert

The New York Times bestselling author and star of Little House on the Prairie returns with a new hilarious and heartfelt memoir chronicling her journey from Hollywood to a ramshackle house in the Catskills during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Known for her childhood role as Laura Ingalls Wilder on the classic NBC show Little House on the Prairie, Melissa Gilbert has spent nearly her entire life in Hollywood. From Dancing with the Stars to a turn in politics, she was always on the lookout for her next project. She just had no idea that her latest one would be completely life changing.

When her husband introduces her to the wilds of rural Michigan, Melissa begins to fall back in love with nature. And when work takes them to New York, they find a rustic cottage in the Catskill Mountains to call home. But "rustic" is a generous description for the state of the house, requiring a lot of blood, sweat, and tears for the newlyweds to make habitable.

When the pandemic descends on the world, it further nudges Melissa out of the spotlight and into the woods. She trades Botox treatments for DIY projects, power lunching for gardening and raising chickens, and soon her life is rediscovered anew in her own little house in the Catskills.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 439 With Ashley Wilcott From Court TV Johnny Depp vs Amber Heard
Court TV, the free multi-platform network devoted to live, gavel-to-gavel coverage, in-depth legal reporting and expert analysis of the nation's most important and compelling trials, is working with local court officials as the pool feed provider for the upcoming defamation trial involving Johnny Depp and Amber Heard. Court TV's on-air team - with extensive journalism and legal backgrounds - includes anchors Vinnie Politan, Julie Grant, Michael Ayala, Ted Rowlands and Ashley Willcott, along with correspondents Julia Jenaé, Chanley Painter and Joy Lim Nakrin. Court TV has previously led the charge for media access and served as the pool feed while providing extensive on the ground coverage for recent milestone legal cases including those involving Derek Chauvin, Kim Potter and the three men convicted of killing Ahmaud Arbery.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 438 with Doris Kearns Goodwin.
Executive Produced by Leonardo DiCaprio and Doris Kearns Goodwin, The HISTORY Channel’s newest presidential documentary, THEODORE ROOSEVELT, premieres this Memorial Day, Monday, May 30, airing over two nights. Based upon the New York Times bestseller Leadership: In Turbulent Times by world-renowned presidential historian and Pulitzer Prize®-winning bestselling author Doris Kearns Goodwin, the five-hour television event provides a rich, panoramic portrait of the first modern President of the United States – Theodore Roosevelt, a champion of social justice, a passionate conservationist and the self-proclaimed “bull moose” who once delivered an 84-minute speech bleeding from the chest after being shot in a failed assassination attempt.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 437 with Robert Bartko from George Michael Reborn.
It’s a rare thing to look, sound, and even command the stage like a legend. George Michael Reborn Starring Robert Bartko possesses all those rarities and elevates the live experience of one of music’s biggest selling artists. George Michael Reborn is the ultimate concert escape that features absolutely no lip syncing, spot-on dance moves and celebrates the iconic image of the 80s star down to the ripped jeans. From the early WHAM! days hits like “Wake Me Up Before You Go Go”, to the sensual melodies of “Careless Whisper” to the arsenal of hits from the groundbreaking “Faith” album, Bartko embodies the beloved pop star.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 436 with Libianca From NBC’s The Voice.
Libianca was born in the U.S., but at four years old she moved to her parents’ homeland of Cameroon with her mother and brother, while her father stayed behind to work. In West Africa, they lived humbly without electronics, but were surrounded by music and family. At nine, Libianca was sent off to an all-girls boarding school where she threw herself into music and started songwriting as a way to deal with her anxiety and express herself. At 13, they moved back to the U.S. to join her father, but Libianca struggled to fit in so she turned to music again and began performing. Libianca currently works as a mixing engineer, songwriter, and creative director, and is ready to focus more on her artistry on “The Voice”.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 435 with author Karen Gray Houston
The book is the reflection of Thomas Gray’s daughter, Karen Gray Houston, on how her father and uncle’s selfless actions
helped change the nation’s racial climate and opened doors for her and countless other African Americans. Her father and
uncle, Fred Gray, were leaders in the 1955 Montgomery Bus Boycott, arrested for their activism. Fred was a young lawyer,
representing Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King, Jr., and unsung teenaged civil rights pioneer Claudette Colvin. Five years before
the boycott, Karen’s father led a major protest of white police brutality after an officer shot a black man who was trying to
get a ride on a city bus.
Karen is an award‐winning broadcast journalist, whose career has spanned more than 41 years. She covered local politics for
20 years for WTTG‐TV, Fox‐5 in Washington, DC., retiring in 2014. She worked in Boston for United Press International and
WHDH Radio; anchored on the ABC Radio Network; was a correspondent for NBC News, covering the Reagan White House;
worked as an associate producer/writer for WCBS‐TV in New York and as a reporter/anchor for WTOP news‐radio in
Washington, DC.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 434 with Marty Krofft from Sid and Marty Krofft.

Krofft Kon is the FIRST ever con dedicated to the talents of Sid & Marty Krofft.

Sid and Marty Krofft will both be attending the amazing day! This will be a 70s kids dream!

The historic Orinda Theatre in Orinda, California will be transformed into "Living Island".

Also, come meet your favorite stars that you watched each Saturday morning while eating a bowl of cereal from your TV tray. (yes, cereal will be served). The day will include episodes, Q & As, lectures, costume contest, trivia games and allow you to meet the stars from your favorite Krofft shows.

Confirmed guests include: Butch Patrick from Lidsville, Wesley Eure and Kathy Coleman from Land of the Lost, Johnny Whitaker from Sigmund and the Sea Monsters, Sharon Baird from H.R. Pufnstuf, Lan of the Lost, Sigmund and the Sea Monsters and Lidsville. Plus, special Krofft alumni guest, Christopher Knight from The Brady Bunch Hour!

The Pufnstuf movie (1970) will be shown at the end of the evening to close out this fun filled day of nostalgia and fond memories.

Admission is only $25 for all day or a VIP Pass $45. Tickets at the door will be $30.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 433 with actor Johnny Whitaker.

Krofft Kon is the FIRST ever con dedicated to the talents of Sid & Marty Krofft.

Sid and Marty Krofft will both be attending the amazing day! This will be a 70s kids dream!

The historic Orinda Theatre in Orinda, California will be transformed into "Living Island".

Also, come meet your favorite stars that you watched each Saturday morning while eating a bowl of cereal from your TV tray. (yes, cereal will be served). The day will include episodes, Q & As, lectures, costume contest, trivia games and allow you to meet the stars from your favorite Krofft shows.

Confirmed guests include: Butch Patrick from Lidsville, Wesley Eure and Kathy Coleman from Land of the Lost, Johnny Whitaker from Sigmund and the Sea Monsters, Sharon Baird from H.R. Pufnstuf, Lan of the Lost, Sigmund and the Sea Monsters and Lidsville. Plus, special Krofft alumni guest, Christopher Knight from The Brady Bunch Hour!

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 432 with Jay Osterman from MTV.
MTV’s second-annual Mental Health Action Day (May 19) has once again brought together more than 1,600 companies and organizations in cities across the country to support the global movement that encourages and empowers people to take action for mental health.

Focusing on the theme Connection, brands and nonprofits in cities around the world will host free in-person events - from music concerts to public art installations to comedy shows – and virtual events designed to support people of all ages with communal and engaging ways to cope with the rise of loneliness during the pandemic...

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 431 with drummer Gil Moore from Triumph.
One of the greatest and most successful Canadian rock bands of all-time, Triumph first rose to prominence back in the golden era when vinyl was king – and the preferred format of most music fans.

So, it makes perfect sense for Triumph – Rik Emmett (guitars/vocals), Mike Levine (bass, keyboards) and Gil Moore (drums, vocals) – to be named Record Store Day’s Canadian Ambassadors 2021 (previous Canadian RSD ambassadors have included Marie-Mai, the Trews, and the Sheepdogs, and RSD ambassadors have included Metallica, Pearl Jam, and Brandi Carlile, among others). To prove this point, the band will also be releasing a Record Store Day exclusive/40th anniversary box set of their classic 1981 album, ‘Allied Forces,’ fully loaded with rare archival content and assorted unearthed gems. ..

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 430 with legendary author Mark Greaney.
Praised by reviewers, booksellers, the most recognizable names in the industry, and readers, Mark Greaney has cemented himself into the pantheon of go-to thriller writers. The year 2022 will be an exceptional year for Greaney with the publication of the eleventh book in the #1 New York Times bestselling series: SIERRA SIX

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 429 is with Dr. Andrea Klemes New Dad Bod Research.
A lot has changed for Americans during the pandemic, including their health habits, and bigger waistlines are becoming the “new normal” – according to men. In fact, over half of all men say they’re okay with having a so-called “dad bod” in a new survey from MDVIP. The same survey shows that men are uninformed about the common health issues that affect them, including the serious health risks associated with carrying those extra “dad bod" pounds around the middle. Joining us now to explain more is Dr. Andrea Klemes, Chief Medical Officer of MDVIP.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 428 is with Lyn Liao Butler Creator Of The Book Red Thread Of Fate.
Born in Taiwan and moved to the States when she was seven. In her past and present lives, she has been: a concert pianist, a professional ballet and modern dancer, a fitness studio owner, a personal trainer and instructor, an RYT-200 hour yoga instructor, a purse designer with an Etsy shop and most recently, author of multi-cultural women's fiction. Lyn did not have a Tiger Mom. She came about her over-achieving all on her own.
When she is not torturing clients or talking to imaginary characters, Lyn enjoys spending time with her FDNY husband, their son (the happiest little boy in the world), two stubborn dachshunds, and trying crazy yoga poses on a stand-up paddleboard. So far, she has not fallen into the water yet.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 426 with Tripp Mickle The Author Of After Steve.
From former Wall Street Journal technology reporter Tripp Mickle comes the highly-anticipated book AFTER STEVE: How Apple Became a Trillion-Dollar Company and Lost Its Soul, a dramatic, behind-the-scenes tale of the tech giant's struggles following Steve Jobs's death, revealed through the career arcs of top lieutenants - Chief Designer Jony Ive and Chief Executive Tim Cook - whose differing visions for Apple's future altered its identity.
Jobs called Ive his "spiritual partner" and considered the British designer to be the second-most powerful person at Apple. A creative force, Ive embodied Jobs's spirit and designed products that literally changed the world: the iPod, iPhone, iPad. Following the death of his friend and longtime collaborator, he wrestled with grief and threw himself into work on Apple's headquarters and smartwatch, even as he became increasingly displaced inside a company devoted more to margins than inspiration.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 427 with Brendan Slocomb Author of The Violin Conspiracy
Ray McMillian loves playing the violin more than anything, and nothing will stop him from pursuing his dream of becoming a professional musician. Not his mother, who thinks he should get a real job, not the fact that he can’t afford a high-caliber violin, not the racism inherent in the classical music world. And when he makes the startling discovery that his great-grandfather’s fiddle is actually a priceless Stradivarius, his star begins to rise. Then with the international Tchaikovsky Competition—the Olympics of classical music— fast approaching, his prized family heirloom is stolen. Ray is determined to get it back. But now his family and the descendants of the man who once enslaved Ray’s great-grandfather are each claiming that the violin belongs to them. With the odds stacked against him and the pressure mounting, will Ray ever see his beloved violin again?Even accomplished Hollywood figures are flummoxed by the accomplishment: As the director Steven Soderbergh has said, “I don’t understand how they’re not still shooting that film, and I don’t understand how hundreds of people aren’t dead.”

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 425 with Kyle Buchanan Author of Blood Sweat And Chrome.
Building on the viral success of Buchanan’s Mad Max: Fury Road oral history for the New York Times Magazine, originally published in May of 2020, BLOOD, SWEAT & CHROME features more than 130 new interviews with key members of the cast and crew, including Charlize Theron, Tom Hardy, and director George Miller, for a full-speed-ahead oral history of the cultural phenomenon.

The story of this modern classic spanned nearly two decades of wild obstacles as visionary director George Miller tried to mount one of the most difficult shoots in Hollywood history. Production stalled several times, stars Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron clashed repeatedly in the brutal Namib 2 Desert, and Miller’s crew engineered death-defying action scenes that were among the most dangerous ever committed to film.

Even accomplished Hollywood figures are flummoxed by the accomplishment: As the director Steven Soderbergh has said, “I don’t understand how they’re not still shooting that film, and I don’t understand how hundreds of people aren’t dead.”

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 424 is with Pam Tillis and Rusty and Clark Fairwood
Thrust unexpectedly into the limelight as hosts of a talk show on Channel 29 in their rustic hometown of East Plains, the Brothers unite their relatives, friends and neighbors against the all-powerful Pentalode Corporation, whose carpet bagging executives work to overrun the town and take control of its unexploited natural resources.

Richard and Mauldin introduced the happy-go-lucky characters Rusty and Clark on their faith-based rock album Contrary to Popular Belief in 2012. With a funny, charming and moral worldview, The Fairwood Brothers were created to represent the power of the underdog – and to highlight through music and storytelling the value of community, family, and The Golden Rule.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 423 with Joanna Ho
Joanna Ho introduces the highly anticipated companion book, Eyes that Speak to the Stars. In the new book, a young Asian boy notices that his eyes look different from his peers' after seeing his friend’s drawing of them. After talking to his father, the boy realizes that his eyes rise to the skies and speak to the stars, shine like sunlit rays, and glimpse trails of light from those who came before. Inspired by the men in his family, he recognizes his own power and strength from within.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 422 with Erin Krakow from When Calls The Heart on Hallmark.
Krakow has appeared in many prominent stage roles, including Cecily in The Importance of Being Earnest and Shelby in the stage adaptation of Steel Magnolias, but she has transitioned from stage to screen, earning series regular, recurring and guest-starring roles on top television series. On Lifetime’s “Army Wives,” Krakow played the recurring role of Specialist Tanya Gabriel. She also earned the recurring role of Molly on CBS’s hit daytime soap “Guiding Light.” Krakow guest-starred on “Castle” for ABC, “NCIS: Los Angeles” and “NCIS” for CBS and “Good Girls Revolt” for Amazon/Sony.

Born in Philadelphia, Krakow grew up in South Florida where she attended Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts. She continued her dramatic studies at The Juilliard School in New York City. She now resides in Los Angeles when she isn’t filming in Vancouver, BC.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 421 with Katie Ray from NBC’s The Voice
Katie grew up in northern California and learned all about music from her father. She would sing at coffee shops with her dad and brother and got involved in the school choir, but was always too shy to perform on her own. Katie took a long break from music and didn’t rediscover it until 2015 when she started gigging in a band as the lead singer. She later became pregnant with her son and sadly stopped performing after falling into postpartum depression. Now that she’s feeling like herself again, Katie is finally ready to get back to music on “The Voice”.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 420 with Yance Ford and Dr. Hetty Cunningham from The Color Of Care.
The Color of Care traces the origins of racial health disparities to practices that began during slavery in the U.S. and continue today. Using moving testimony from those who lost loved ones to COVID-19 and frontline medical workers in overwhelmed hospitals, expert interviews and powerful data, the film exposes the devastating toll of racism that is embedded in our healthcare system.

In addition, The Color of Care will launch a robust impact campaign that activates medical and nursing schools, healthcare workers, policymakers, and impacted communities to advance solutions toward health equity. The campaign will also engage Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), to further empower all communities to take note of this national health crisis and take actions toward ending it.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 419 Ceaser Emanuel from Black Ink Crew New York.
Ceaser is the owner and creator of the Black Ink brand. From its inception, Ceaser dreamed of turning his business into an empire, and he's accomplishing his dream one shop at a time, with seven shops open across the U.S. In addition to being a successful businessman, he continues to connect with the community by implementing social impact efforts that uplift and empower others.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 418 with Aaron Blabey creator of Bad Guys.
Australian author and illustrator, Aaron Blabey has written many well-loved best-selling books for children. With over 30 million books in print globally, his THE BAD GUYS series is a fan favorite. Featuring several animal main characters, who have a reputation for being bad (a wolf, a shark, a piranha, and snake), but who actually want to do good. It is a hilarious concept and has spawned 14 big bestsellers and now a movie adaptation coming from Dreamworks Animation (Universal)

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 417 with Jeff Timmons from 98 Degrees.
98 Degrees founding member Superstar Jeff Timmons announces the release of his HIT new dance single "LIT" featuring Rapper/Producer Pompey of Pompey Productions.
The release is in partnership with internationally renowned 418 Music and Timmons' new music venture Aria Music and is officially out on March 18, 2022, on all digital platforms.

The song "LIT", originally produced and written by Pompey and Timmons, also features remixes by DJ Lux, Knappy, BG Natty, and StoneBridge.

Timmons stated, " I wanted to take a brand new direction from the successful 98 Degrees sound to a song that will IGNITE the airwaves and LIGHT up the dance scene."
LIT is the party song for this coming Spring and Summer, an energetic jam for all ages, and is a perfect fit for all the Tik Tok, Youtube, Reelz, Triller, LoMotif, Facebook influencers and is a natural fit for dance radio. The song has an infectious beat, smooth vocals, and globally relatable lyrics, and is simply the hottest dance song this year.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 416 with Dan Whalen author of Nachos For Dinner.
NACHOS FOR DINNER takes the spirit of this treasured appetizer as an easy, versatile crowd-pleaser, combining crunchy, melty, and flavorful elements to create something different for every night of the week, with little to no clean-up! In Whalen’s world, everything can be nachofied—from soups and salads to desserts.

The book opens with the building blocks for assembling your own nachos —cheese sauces (including a vegan “cheese” recipe); sauces like salsas, slaws, guac, and crema; and toppings from beans to curry chickpeas, fajita-style veggies, and crispy roasted potatoes, to glazed tofu, carnitas, baked tomatillo chicken, shrimp, cod, salmon, and even poke and ceviche.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 415 with Damson Idris and Angela Lewis from Snowfall on FX.
It's the summer of 1986 in the fifth season of Snowfall. Franklin Saint (Damson Idris) and his entire family are rich beyond their wildest dreams, on the verge of having everything they've ever wanted…right as the ground begins to fall out from under their feet.

The sudden and tragic death of basketball star Len Bias makes the rock cocaine epidemic front-page news, the target of both Democrat and Republican lawmakers. Law enforcement is on a warpath and the militarization of the L.A.P.D. continues as police and politicians decide the only way to deal with this growing scourge is through force — and the creation of the new C.R.A.S.H. (Community Resources Against Street Hoodlums) units. The streets of South Central Los Angeles have never been so dangerous as the Saint family navigates the police, the warring gangs and the CIA.

Amidst all of this, the biggest threat the family faces are each other as they try not to let greed, resentment and ego tear them all apart.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 414 with Doris Kearns Goodwin from Lincoln on the History channel.
Goodwin’s career as a presidential historian and author was inspired when as a 24-year-old graduate student at Harvard, she was selected to join the White House Fellows, one of America’s most prestigious programs for leadership and public service that still exists today. Goodwin was chosen to work directly with President Johnson in the White House and later assisted him in the writing of his memoirs. Her first book, Lyndon Johnson and the American Dream, was published and republished to rave reviews. In Spring 2019 it was rereleased with a new foreword by Goodwin, highlighting LBJ’s accomplishments in domestic affairs that have stood the test of time.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 413 with author Greg Brennecka the creator of Impact.
The Solar System. Dinosaurs. Donkey Kong. What is the missing link? Surprisingly enough, it's meteorites. They explain our past, constructed our present, and could define our future.
Impact argues that Earth would be a lifeless, inhospitable piece of rock without being fortuitously assaulted with meteorites throughout the history of the planet. These bombardments transformed Earth's early atmosphere and delivered the complex organic molecules that allowed life to develop on our planet. While meteorites have provided the raw materials for life to thrive, they have radically devastated life as well, most famously killing off the dinosaurs and paving the way for humans to evolve to where we are today.
As noted meteoriticist Greg Brennecka explains, meteorites did not just set us on the path to becoming human, they helped direct the development of human culture. Meteorites have influenced humanity since the start of civilization. Over the centuries, meteorite falls and other cosmic cinema have started (and stopped) wars, terrified millions, and inspired religions throughout the world.
With humor and an infectious enthusiasm, Brennecka reveals previously untold but important stories sure to delight and inform readers about the most important rocks on Earth.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 412 with television host, author and social media influencer Shannon LaNier.
Executive produced by Angela Bassett and Courtney B. Vance, the four-part limited series uncovers the truth of a 1,000-year story of slavery around the world, as leading Black actors, celebrities and influencers -- such as Debbie Allen, Valerie Jarrett, Lorraine Toussaint, Soledad O’Brien, CCH Pounder, Senator Cory Booker, Marc Morial and Dulé Hill -- confront their personal connection to slavery and its legacy today. From Africa to the Caribbean, from New Orleans to Istanbul, this special series explores slavery’s lasting and personal impact on individuals and society to reframe history.

To discuss the series is veteran television host, social media influencer, author and One Thousand Years of Slavery – The Untold Story contributor, Shannon LaNier. Shannon’s book, Jefferson’s Children: The Story of One American Family, follows his journey to uncover the history behind his heritage as a 9th generation direct descendent of President Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings. Shannon also inspires audiences across the globe with speaking engagements about his presidential lineage, racial equality and his career in media. Shannon is currently on CW39’s Morning Show in Houston, TX, and hosts the critically acclaimed podcast, “Daddy Duty 365” which features celebrity dads revealing the good, the bad and the funny of fatherhood.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 411 with Kelly Hu from Fallen Angels Murder Club Heroes And Felons On Lifetime.
Kelly Hu is an American actress and voice-over artist who started her career when she won Miss Teen USA 1985 and Miss Hawaii USA 1993. The former model is an avid poker player and trained martial arts practitioner, who holds a Black Belt in Kanzen Budo Kai karate. This explains why she has been a preferred choice for a number of action-oriented roles.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 410 with Raine Stern from NBC’s The Voice.
From a very young age, Raine had a sense of awareness that beckoned her to inspire change. As a child, she would recite detailed speeches to her family on issues that were important to her. She soon realized the powerful response that music can evoke and picked up the electric guitar, beginning her lifelong journey with songwriting. After moving to Madison from her small hometown, she was quickly picked up as a lead guitarist and sing

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 409 Shauna Rae from TLC’s I Am Shauna Rae.
Shauna Rae may look like a child, but she desperately wants to be treated like an adult. I AM SHAUNA RAE follows Shauna as she navigates the extraordinary challenge of trying to live a normal adult life despite her appearance.

Diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer at six months old, Shauna’s treatment allowed for remission, but resulted in a side effect no one predicted – she stopped growing. The chemotherapy made her pituitary gland almost dormant, leaving Shauna with a childlike appearance and standing at only 3 feet and 10 inches tall-- the average size of an 8-year-old. Except, Shauna is 22.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 408 is with baseball’s biggest and greatest fan Zack Hample.
Zack Hample has snagged more baseballs in the stands at major league stadiums than anyone, including Mike Trout's 1st career home run and Alex Rodriguez's 3,000th hit. He's been to 61 different Major League stadiums

Hample is a full-time YouTuber with more than a million followers across social media and has made countless appearances on national TV, most notably "The Tonight Show" with both Jay Leno and Conan O'Brien. With his own Topps Baseball Card and a dedicated file of articles about him in the Hall of Fame research archives, he is more recognizable than many players and regularly gets approached by fans seeking selfies and autographs. He has also written three books

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 407 with Yoon Ha Lee creator of the book Tiger Honor.
Sci-Fi novelist Yoon Ha Lee spins a tale from the point of view of a nonbinary tiger spirit for his loyal middle grade fantasy fans. Sebin, a young tiger spirit from the Juhwang Clan, wants nothing more than to join the Thousand World Space Forces and, like their Uncle Hwan, captain a battle cruiser someday. But when Sebin's acceptance letter finally arrives, it's accompanied by the shocking news that Hwan has been declared a traitor. Apparently, the captain abandoned his duty to steal a magical artifact, the Dragon Pearl, and his whereabouts are still unknown. Sebin hopes to help clear their hero's name and restore honor to the clan.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 406 with Rock n Roll Hall of Famer Steve Hackett From Genesis.
Progressive rock and guitar legend Steve Hackett will be revisiting his stellar work with Genesis when he launches the US/Canada leg of his Genesis Revisited: Seconds Out + More Tour next year (which is currently underway and playing to packed houses throughout Europe).
“I'm thrilled to bring ‘Seconds Out’ back to life, featuring Genesis material at its most exciting and virtuosic,” says Steve. “This time with all numbers played in full plus additional surprises!”
As advertised, the show will feature the 1977 Genesis live album ‘Seconds Out’ performed in full, plus additional Genesis classics and standouts from Steve’s latest album, ‘Surrender of Silence.’

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 405 with Dr. Ian Smith creator of Burn Melt Shred.

1 NY Times bestselling author Dr. Ian Smith has created a special New Year program, BURN MELT SHRED, to help everyone lose weight without feeling like they're actually on a plan.

In BURN MELT SHRED, Dr. Ian's new 8-week plan helps people burn calories, melt fat and shred those unwanted pounds. Dr. Ian has written numerous weight loss books, but this is the first that he has specifically targeted for the New Year surge and one that comes while we're still in the midst of a pandemic that has unfortunately seen waistlines substantially expand.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 404 with Aubrey Po Powell creator of Through The Prism
Designer, photographer, and filmmaker Aubrey "Po" Powell recounts riveting behind-the-scenes stories of rock 'n' roll collaborations with such bands as Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, The Police, and The Who.
Founded in 1968 by Aubrey "Po" Powell and Storm Thorgerson, the graphic design studio Hipgnosis gained legendary status in the late 1960s and through the 1970s and 80s by transforming the look of album art for such bands as Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, Black Sabbath, The Police, Genesis, and The Who, and artists Paul McCartney, Syd Barrett, and Peter Gabriel. In his rollicking new memoir Through the Prism, Powell shares previously untold, behind-the-scenes stories that feature an eclectic cast of musicians, comedians, actors, managers, gangsters, and inspirational world figures.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 403 with Ashley Jones from MTV’s Teen Mom Family Reunion.
One of the stars of Teen Mom: Family Reunion is Oakland, CA, native Ashley Jones. Before starring in Teen Mom 2, Ashley made her MTV debut on Young + Pregnant, documenting the birth of her now three-year-old daughter, Holly, and her explosive on-and-off relationship with Holly's dad, Bar. Committed to giving Holly the best life she can, Ashley started school to pursue her dream of becoming a nurse. Bar's lack of motivation drove him and Ashley apart for a while, but now they're back together and better than ever. Bar recently got his GED and decided it was time to step up and propose to Ashley -- and she said yes -- but the road ahead remains rocky. Their families don't get along and are now standing in the way of the wedding of their dreams. Will Ashley and Bar elope to avoid the drama? Or will they give their loved ones the benefit of the doubt and risk another family feud?

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 402 with Rocker Ron Keel.
Ron Keel has officially launched his new record label/multi-media company RFK Media LLC: http://rfkmedia.com.

The first release from this new venture is KEELED, a five-track EP by Ron Keel Band which features new versions of 80’s Keel classics such as “The Right To Rock” and “Tears Of Fire.” RFK Media has signed an exclusive distribution deal with Amplified Distribution, and KEELED is now available worldwide on all major digital outlets, retail, and streaming platforms.
Ron Keel has officially launched his new record label/multi-media company RFK Media LLC: http://rfkmedia.com.

The first release from this new venture is KEELED, a five-track EP by Ron Keel Band which features new versions of 80’s Keel classics such as “The Right To Rock” and “Tears Of Fire.” RFK Media has signed an exclusive distribution deal with Amplified Distribution, and KEELED is now available worldwide on all major digital outlets, retail, and streaming platforms.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 401 with Chef Kristen Kish from Fast Foodies on TruTV.
The hit cooking reality series, Fast Foodies returns to truTV for a brand-new season featuring new celebrity judges and mouthwatering delights. In each episode of the deliciously fun cooking competition series, three celebrity chefs compete to perfectly recreate and then skillfully reimagine a celebrity guest’s favorite fast-food dish. These culinary masters come prepared to showcase their love of pop culture, fast-food legends and their expert skills to win the “Chompionship Trophy.”

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 400 with Quiana, Cristal and Kira from Ladies Who List: Atlanta on OWN.
Oprah Winfrey Network introduces a new series to its Friday night programming block, LADIES WHO LIST: ATLANTA. The series follows six professional Black business women working in real estate -- top-producing brokers, high-profile attorneys and luxury agents -- and the clients they serve in the Atlanta market while managing their ever-changing work and personal relationships.
These women are breaking up the “old boys club” of the luxury real estate game. Through a sophisticated portrayal of successful businesswomen, these real estate pros will help buyers ﬁnd their dream homes, teach clients the importance of establishing generational wealth, and prove that home ownership is attainable for all. These aspirational ladies show the power of Black women as they simultaneously juggle booming careers and their personal lives. From fertility concerns, to balancing marriage and motherhood, to embracing therapy and ﬁnding new love, the ladies persevere against adversity – all while working to elevate themselves, their clients and the city of Atlanta through big real estate wins.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 399 with Derek Hough from ABC’s Step Into The Movies.
Reimagined through a modern lens, the performances will draw inspiration from iconic films such as “Singin’ in the Rain,” “Moulin Rouge,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Chicago,” “Dirty Dancing,” “Saturday Night Fever” and “La La Land.” The special, will feature a star-studded cast of singers, dancers, actors and film legends.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 398 with Will Hunt from the band Tempest.
The project came together among conversations between friends during the height of the Covid Pandemic. The Project is comprised of five members -- Ron Poisson, as lead singer, drummer Will Hunt of Evanescence, guitarists Doc Coyle and Chris Cain, and bassist Kyle Konkiel, all from Bad Wolves.

During the Covid lockdown, Poisson was active in the social media world conducting interviews on live platforms to continue to keep the music artists and his brand in the public eye with so many people out of work and bored. These interviews led to the initial conversation between Poisson and Hunt about having some fun and doing a couple covers to keep busy. Poisson and Hunt decided work on this project together and reached out to their mutual friends from Bad Wolves , Coyle, Konkiel and Cain to join the project.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 397 with Evan Holyfield and Jonathan Hock from Legacy The Shadow Of Greatness on Discovery+.
From 11-time Emmy Award winning filmmaker Jonathan Hock, LEGACY: IN THE SHADOW OF GREATNESS follows the athletic pursuits of Zaire Wade, Evan Holyfield, and Vashti Cunningham, the children of sports icons Dwyane Wade, Evander Holyfield, and Randall Cunningham, as they attempt to make their own mark on the world.
The series features inspirational, motivational, and uplifting stories about carving your own path. Three very talented athletes in their own right, Zaire, Evan, and Vashti have undoubtedly earned their own seats at the table.

Viewers will become invested in the journeys of each athlete and while individual achievements can be Googled, it's the passion, dedication, and individual stories of each athlete that draws you into this series.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 396 with two time Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame nominee Dionne Warwick.
While Dionne Warwick celebrates Women's History Month 2022, her legacy of achievement speaks for itself.
Ms. Warwick celebrates with a national leadership award for leadership from educators, a CNN Film to honor her legacy, a residency in Las Vegas, and the growth of her interior design enterprise - WG Design Lab- with Bruce Garrick.
National Women's Month celebrates the vital role of women in American history and Ms. Warwick is a leader by example and a multi-dimensional success story.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 395 with author and chef Leann Brown creator of Good Enough.
A groundbreaking cookbook that approaches food and cooking through the lens of self-care, mental health, and self-forgiveness. Virtually everyone has been there: eating handfuls of nuts over the sink and cold pizza for breakfast, lacking the motivation to pull together a meal even when there are groceries in the refrigerator. After publishing Good and Cheap, Brown found herself in that exact tailspin. The joy she had once found in cooking evaporated, the kitchen became a place of stress, and Leanne fell into a pattern of using guilt and fear to get herself to face the day. Something had to change. What changed, and how, is the journey of Good Enough.
Whereas Good and Cheap tackles budget as an obstacle to eating well, Good Enough tackles the emotional barriers. Brown aptly observes that one huge hurdle to feeding ourselves can be believing we are not worth the effort it takes to cook. But Brown maintains that we all deserve to eat well every day (even if that means having a cheese plate for dinner), and she shows us how.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 394 with American journalist Joe Lindsley stationed in Lviv Ukraine.

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This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 393 with comedian and game show host Dan Ahdoot.
Chefs must use their instincts and test their luck in choosing mystery refrigerators based only on the photos, magnets, recipes and art on their doors in the new fast-paced competition series Raid the Fridge, hosted by food writer and restaurateur Dan Ahdoot. In each episode, four competitors can use only the ingredients from their chosen mystery fridge to create top-notch dishes. But looks can be deceiving, so there is always an element of surprise - sometimes a refrigerator that appears to belong to an avid home cook is filled with takeout, while a crayon art decorated fridge seemingly owned by a family with toddlers could contain high-end gourmet items. Over the course of three rounds, each with a new cooking challenge and a whole new batch of fridges to raid, chefs must impress judges Jordan Andino and Jamika Pessoa with dishes worthy of the grand prize - a fridge full of cash. Raid the Fridge premieres Tuesday, December 28th at 10pm ET/PT on Food Network.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 392 with pro wrestler Drew McIntyre.
In this thrilling, no-holds-barred memoir that shows why he is "an inspiration to millions of WWE fans around the world" (Triple H), WWE Champion Drew McIntyre tells the incredible roller-coaster story of his life, from a small village in Ayrshire, Scotland, to the bright lights of WWE.

From a young age, Drew McIntyre dreamed of becoming a WWE Champion and following in the footsteps of his heroes "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and The Undertaker. With his parents' support, he trained and paid his dues, proving himself to tiny crowds in the UK's Butlin circuit. At age twenty-two, McIntyre made his WWE debut and was touted by none other than WWE Chairman Vince McMahon as "The Chosen One" who would lead WWE into the future. With his destiny in the palms of his hands, Drew watched it all slip through his fingers.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 391 with Kent LaVoie or as we best know him Lobo.
Time Life has released four digital albums from pop/rock favorite Lobo today, including "If I Could Do It Over: The Acoustic Hits." The new collection reimagines Lobo's biggest songs and personal favorites as if they were recorded today for the very first time. "Faithful" (previously unavailable in the United States), covers album "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow" and newly recorded versions (in premium quality audio) of hit songs in "Timeless: The Very Best" are also now available on all major streaming platforms, as well as videos from live performances on Lobo's new official YouTube channel. Lobo's dreamy love songs dominated the Adult Contemporary charts for decades with 12 Top 20 AC hits and four AC #1s and have remained popular around the world ever since with Lobo logging over a million monthly listeners on Spotify alone.

"'If I Could Do it Over' is like opening my brain and starting again," describes Kent LaVoie, who writes and records as Lobo. "The album concept is what my songs would sound like if I recorded demos of them today - it's something that says 'yesterday today.'"

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 390 with John Oates from Hall and Oates.
Sit back and experience a once in-a-lifetime intimate musical concert by John Oates along with Nashville Super Guitarist Guthrie Trapp as they perform an eclectic blend of blues folk and mega hits enhanced with behind-the-scenes stories that give the audience a glimpse into the fascinating world of the songwriter's art and craft.
"Guthrie and I wanted to create a show in which the audience feels like they are sitting alongside us .in a setting that feels as comfortable as a living room," commented Oates. "It's a true joy to performing alongside the amazing Guthrie Trapp.and bring the stories behind the songs to the concert stage".

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 389 with Robyn Coburn author of Dervish Dust The Life and Words of James Coburn.
The authorized biography of "cool cat" actor James Coburn, covering his career, romances, friendships, and spirituality. Thoroughly researched with unparalleled access to Coburn's friends and family, the book's foundation is his own words in the form of letters, poetry, journals, interviews, and his previously unpublished memoirs, recorded in the months before his passing..

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 388 with Tony Khan from AEW All Elite Wrestling.
Under Khan’s leadership, AEW has defied expectations with its meteoric rise, record high ratings, world-class roster, pop culture infiltration, and a highly entertaining product that’s taken the world by storm. A thought leader in the world of sports analytics and insights, Khan is also the Chief Football Strategy Officer and co-owner of the Jacksonville Jaguars, GM/Sporting Director of Fulham F.C., owner of TruMedia Networks, a partner in Activist Artists Management, and a board member of Black News Channel.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 387 with singer/songwriter and Rocker Ven from Venrez.
Los Angeles rock band Venrez drops its latest studio EP, Purgatory Awaits, via Pavement Entertainment. This is the band’s fifth release and is the follow-up to its 2018 album, Element 115. Lead vocalist Ven says, “These are simply some of the best songs Venrez has written and recorded, from the first single ‘Each And Every Day’ taking no prisoners to the pretty ballad ‘Gin Fizz.’”

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 386 is with Rocker Rick Wakeman from the group YES
Keyboard wizard Rick Wakeman has two reasons to celebrate. First, his outstanding career in music has just been recognized by Queen Elizabeth II, who named him a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in her recent annual Birthday Honours.

And secondly, after many months of lockdown in the UK, he is finally able to announce the long-delayed follow-up to 2019’s sell-out The Grumpy Old Rock Star Tour with - The Even Grumpier Old Rock Star Tour!

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 385 is with Larry Studnicky from High Plains Drifters.
The High Plains Drifters were sired after a night of too much booze and too little food at a Tex-Mex spot in the Manhattan neighborhood of Chelsea. Fast forward a few years and they boast one fan-favorite album—2019’s High Plains Drifters—a bunch of packed shows (back when it was legal pre-Pandemic), and the critical acclaim of Harper’s Bazaar, Untitled Magazine, Glide Magazine, Anti Music, and more. Their second LP (due this year) is produced by Greg Cohen (Nile Rogers, Robin Thicke). It perfects the genre-bending sound that made their debut a buzzing sensation.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 384 with film director Andrew Levitas from Minamata.
Iervolino & Lady Bacardi Entertainment to Distribute Director Andrew Levitas' "Minamata" Starring Johnny Depp
Iervolino & Lady Bacardi Entertainment ("ILBE"), Andrea Iervolino and Monika Bacardi's public entertainment company listed on the AIM Italia market of the Italian Stock Exchange, announced today the company has acquired North American distribution rights to director Andrew Levitas' inspirational and timely drama Minamata starring Johnny Depp.
ILBE is partnering with Samuel Goldwyn Films to release Minamata in theaters beginning February 11th.
From Hanway Films, Minamata was written by David K. Kessler, Stephen Deuters, Andrew Levitas and Jason Forman. The film received its World Premiere as a Berlinale Special Gala as part of the Berlin International Film Festival 2020. The movie has opened internationally and has been warmly received, most notably in Japan where the film has been lauded by audiences and critics alike and has already garnered awards nominations.
Andrea Iervolino said, "Anchored by standout performances and stunning direction and craft artistry, Minamata is the kind of purposeful storytelling that sinks in with audiences and a movie they will appreciate seeing. We're thrilled to be able to orchestrate a release campaign alongside Samuel Goldwyn that will invite audiences into this story."

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 383 is with Joe Morton and Tracey Moore from Inside the Black Box.
Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment Inc. announced that Inside the Black Box will premiere exclusively on Crackle on February 17th, 2022. The 10-episode series is hosted by Emmy Award-winning actor Joe Morton and producer Tracey Moore.

Inside the Black Box will highlight the many of today's prominent creatives of color, ranging from actors to producers to directors, writers, and musicians. The show also attempts to further the discussion about the role race plays in the entertainment industry.

Each hour-long episode seeks to provide life lessons and history for the audience of young artists and viewers alike, as well as exciting performance exercises, and the reflection from A-list guests about ho one's complexion impacted the journey to success in their respective fields.

"Inside the Black Box is a platform for an honest conversation of the Black experience in Hollywood and to let these stories unfold in a manner never seen before in the mainstream media world," said Moore, the show's co-host. "As a celebrity acting coach, I am excited to showcase the talent of a variety of actors that shine. In understanding the challenges and the obstacles that continued to occur in the industry, I want us to focus on better solutions and opportunities."

The star-studded list of artists being interviewed on Inside the Black Box include Phylicia Rashad, Raven-Symoné, Marc John Jefferies, Da'Vinchi, Norm Lewis, directors Darnell Martin and Salli Richardson-Whitfield, and casting director and producer Leah Daniels Butler, just to name a few.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 382 is with actor Joe Mantegna from As We See It on Amazon Prime.
As We See It follows Jack (Rick Glassman), Harrison (Albert Rutecki), and Violet (Sue Ann Pien), twentysomething roommates on the autism spectrum, as they strive to get and keep jobs, make friends, fall in love, and navigate a world that eludes them. With the help of their families, aide, and sometimes even each other, these roommates experience setbacks and celebrate triumphs on their own unique journeys towards independence and acceptance. Series stars Glassman, Rutecki, and Pien all identify as living on the autism spectrum. The series also stars Sosie Bacon as their aide Mandy, Chris Pang as Violet’s brother Van, and Joe Mantegna as Jack’s father Lou.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 381 with writer, producer, comedian, actor and musician Tommy Davidson.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 380 with Dr. Mark Borg author of Making Your Crazy Work For You.
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. And while we may try to alter our outcomes by changing our partners, friends, or careers, we somehow face the same issues, but with different people or situations. If "crazy" is doing the same thing while expecting different results, it seems that many of us are unwittingly engaging in crazy behavior.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 379 with the legendary Debbie Boone.
Debby Boone's exuberant album, "Swing This," will be reissued on all digital streaming platforms on February 4 via Time Life. The collection of jazzy standards is inspired by her experiences as a child in Las Vegas while her father headlined at iconic venues like the Sands and the Sahara during the 1960's.

"When my father, Pat Boone, headlined Vegas in the '60s, I was there with him - and even though I was just a kid, I couldn't get enough of the music or the glamour," says Boone. "This is my take on the joyful, exhilarating music I heard that inspired me to become a singer," and led her to work with some of the Rat Pack era's biggest icons, including Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis. Jr.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 378 with Laura Corn author of 101 Nights Of Great Sex.
"101 Nights of Great Sex" is truly a publishing phenomenon. Where books typically tend to die within a few years "101 Nights..." continues to sell - 25 years later! Its success is due to its unique format. The MOST IMPORTANT THING you need to understand about the book is that it's not a book you read but a book you do. It's the original Fifty Shades of Grey without all the scary stuff. Find out why TWO MILLION couples are having better sex thanks to her book....

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 377 with actor Eric Roberts from The Surprise Visit.
Starring Academy Award Nominee Eric Roberts, Dopestick's Tricia Hawn, Rob Riordan, Jacqi Vene and Serah Henesey, director Nick Lyon's intense, gritty and suspenseful thriller THE SURPRISE VISIT premieres in theaters and on demand January 14 from Vertical Entertainment.

When a young couple makes a surprise visit to Mom, they get an even bigger surprise themselves from an old family friend who plans to steal Mom's valuable jewelry while she is out of town. But when the "easy peasy" robbery goes wrong, resulting in the accidental death of the daughter's husband, it forces the two young drug addicts to make a difficult decision; to abandon ship, or do the unthinkable.

Says director Nick Lyon, "I love that THE SURPRISE VISIT is based on a true story that explores the themes of class difference and how desperation can make people do things that they might not otherwise do. The film is an American tragedy. I chose to tell THE SURPRISE VISIT in a gritty and realistic style that was complemented by deep and intense performances from the talented cast. Beyond the film's thriller veneer, it delivers incredibly dramatic performances, that to this day still send chills through me.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 376 with actress Gina Gershon from the Woody Allen movie Ripkin’s Festival
Woody Allen taps into his deep appreciation for cinema history for this adventurous tale of a onetime film devotee who miraculously rediscovers his love for the art form.
Mort Rifkin (Wallace Shawn), a retired film studies professor, accompanies his publicist wife Sue (Gina Gershon) to the San Sebastian Film Festival in Spain. He goes not for the films but because he's worried that Sue's fascination with her young buzzed-about film director client, Philippe (Louis Garrel), might be more than professional. In addition, Mort hopes the change of scenery will provide a respite from his struggle to write a first novel that lives up to his impossibly exacting standards.

Turned off by the lavish praise showered on Philippe's film, which he considers banal, Mort becomes preoccupied with the cinema classics he once taught, by masters like Bergman, Fellini, Godard, Truffaut and Buñuel. His relentlessly dismissive opinions of Philippe, and Sue's sharp focus on her career as well as Philippe, strain their already frayed relationship. Mort's mood lightens when he meets Dr. Jo Rojas (Elena Anaya), a kindred spirit whose marriage to tempestuous painter Paco (Sergi López) is causing her pain as well. While Mort's personal tastes have sometimes pushed people away, Jo's intellect and shared sensibility draw them together. While Sue spends her days with Philippe, Mort's relationship with Jo deepens and he rekindles his love for classic films. Reflecting on the events of his life through the prism of those great movies, Mort finds renewed hope for his future.

Written and directed by Allen, the wistful comedy stars Elena Anaya, Louis Garrel, Gina Gershon, Sergi López, Wallace Shawn, and Christoph Waltz.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 375 is with Marques Houston from Howard High playing now on TUBI.
HOWARD HIGH follows a high school musical group that must compete against a rival school in order to save their arts program, while also battling issues from the inside. An entertaining and fun-loving film, HOWARD HIGH also sheds light on the challenges students and school arts programs face in underfunded neighborhoods.
In addition to director Christopher B. Stokes, the film from Footage Films features an ensemble cast that includes Chrissy Stokes ("Southland"), Anthony Lewis ("Madea's Farewell Play"), Earanequa Carter, Lindsay Davis, Veronika Bozeman ("Karen"), Jarell Houston ("You Got Served"), Christian Gonzalez and Kida Burns ("Battlefield America"), as well as Keith Sweat, Marques Houston, Ross Fleming, Hannah Malone, Deonte Jackson, Rayan Lopez, Diany Arias, Asha Franklin and Lindsay Diann.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 374 with Dr. Stephen Phillips and singer songwriter actor Dana Parish.
Being a creative person means I'm always in a mood. It's taken me years to grip the circumstance and grow away from having the mood. Understanding that a mood isn't a mindset is a brilliant first step. But how do you break free of the weight of a mood?

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 373 with comedian Judy Tenuta creator of the song Kicking Cancer’s Ass.
"The Love Goddess" and "Aphrodite of the Accordion," Comedienne Judy Tenuta, Inspires Others Dealing with Solitude and Health Issues During The Pandemic
- Her Story of Pandemic Desperation and Kicking Stage Four Cancer's Ass And the Re-Release of The Hilarious 1998 Cult Spoof Desperation Boulevard

For the last year, while the world dealt with the pandemic, comedienne Judy Tenuta, best known to fans as "The Love Goddess" and "Aphrodite of the Accordion," has been battling stage 4 ovarian cancer and, or as she puts it in her recent viral video, is "Kicking Cancer's Ass," shot entirely during isolation and quarantine at home.
Intended as a much needed creative outlet during the pandemic, while letting family, friends and fans know that she was winning the battle and had no intention of giving up the fight, the video has gone on to receive numerous accolades and become an unexpected battle cry for those who are experiencing not only cancer, but other health issues, including covid.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 372 with Christopher Anderson author of Brothers and Wives.
Christopher Andersen's bestselling book, Diana's Boys, revealed the powerful bond between the teenaged princes, and how it strengthened in the wake of their mother's tragic death. Now, twenty years later, Queen Elizabeth II is in her mid-nineties, Prince Charles is in his seventies, and all eyes are turned increasingly toward William and Harry.
In BROTHERS AND WIVES: Inside the Private Lives of William, Kate, Harry, and Meghan (Gallery Books; Hardcover; on-sale November 30), Andersen picks up where he left off, covering everything that has happened to the brothers as they have grown up, gotten married and had children-all while facing continual waves of controversy and questions about the ways their relationship has shifted.
BROTHERS AND WIVES unveils brand new information about the inner workings of the Royal Family, including: . Stunning new details about the aftermath of Diana's fatal car crash--a crash she repeatedly predicted would happen in letters to her lawyer and others.
. How William and Harry were forced to walk behind their mother's casket, and how the brothers struggled for decades with symptoms of undiagnosed PTSD.
. The identity of the royal family member whose curiosity ultimately led to charges of racism.
. Insights into the true impact of Megxit--and news that Meghan was not the only royal pushed toward self destruction.
. "Who the hell do you think you are?" What Harry said to William when his older brother urged him not to be too hasty about marrying Meghan

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 371 with Sophina Brown and Jevon McFerrin from Twenties.
“Twenties” premiered to critical acclaim with its first-time portrayal of a masculine-presenting Queer woman of color as the lead in a primetime show. The scripted series created and written by Lena Waithe and Hillman Grad Productions stars Jojo T. Gibbs as Hattie, a queer Black girl who is chasing her dreams of being a screenwriter in Los Angeles alongside her two best friends, Marie and Nia, played by Christina Elmore and Gabrielle Graham respectively. While they live separate lives, the girls lean on each other for guidance as they navigate their twenties and test the limits of diversity, love, and inclusion.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 370 with Brittany Peet from PETA and season 2 of Tiger King.
The documentary series Tiger King exposed the cruel practices of the big cat cub petting industry when it debuted in 2020. Now, with a new season of the show, viewers will find nearly every exhibitor from season 1 locked up, on the lam, shut down, or facing lawsuits or criminal charges—and PETA has plans to put the final nail in the cruel industry’s coffin.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 369 with actor comedian and musician Chris Badnews Barnes.
Chris ‘BadNews’ Barnes is a live performer. After logging over 2,000 stage shows with Chicago’s legendary Second City comedy troupe, Barnes has brought that expertise to the Blues concert stage. On the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise #32, along with a crew of world-class musicians including special guest lead guitarist Gary Hoey & harmonica ace Steve Guyger, Chris Barnes delivered three amazing knockout shows. Grammy Award-winning producer Tony Braunagel and engineer Johnny Lee Shell of Ultratone Studios and the Phantom Blues Band, who were also on board playing with Taj Mahal, were able to record and capture the lightning energy of these shows. VizzTone and BratGirlmedia are proud to present the follow up to Barnes’ #1 chart topper, “Hokum Blues,” Chris “Bad News” Barnes’ new album, LIVE …13 blistering cuts that will make you feel you are in the middle of these rocking live shows.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 368 with John Lodge from The Moody Blues.
John Lodge, legendary bass player, songwriter and vocalist of The Moody Blues, and inductee of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, is to release a new version of his classic hit ‘Ride My See-Saw’ out on Keeping the Faith for Halesouth Ltd, distributed by BFD/The Orchard. The song also features Jon Davison of YES on backing vocals.
The song was recorded live in Las Vegas on ‘The Royal Affair Tour’, and appears on John’s new live album, ‘The Royal Affair and After’ due for release on December 3rd, and available now for pre-order here. This is the first single from the album, and Ultimate Classic Rock has premiered the video here: https://ultimateclassicrock.com/john-lodge-ride-my-see-saw-video
"Ride My See-Saw" was written by Lodge, and was one of two singles from their In Search of the Lost Chord album released in 1967. Billboard described it at the time as a "blockbuster rocker" and a "mover from start to finish", and John’s new version continues to be that ‘rocker’ today! The song explores the idea of knowledge in a changing world, and ponders the question if perhaps what we are taught is not how things really are. Despite being 54 years old, the theme, and the sound, are as relevant today as they were back then.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 367 is with U.S. Navy Seal Jocko Willink author of Final Spin
Jocko Willink's life and career following a decorated turn as a Navy SEAL has seen him achieve great success as a writer, businessman, and podcast host. He used tremendous self-discipline to accomplish these goals. He is also a true renaissance man who wants to tell a story that burns in him. One about people down on their luck, struggling to find their way, and of those that, when their one chance arises, don't pass it up. With that he presents a powerful and poignant debut novel, FINAL SPIN

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 366 Mark Stein from Vanilla Fudge.
Iconic musician shines with a new collection of songs about Hope, Unity, Concern and Redemption. Sidelined by the Covid-19 pandemic and unable to perform live with popular rock band, Vanilla Fudge, lead vocalist and keyboardist Mark Stein decided to put his down time to good use. He wanted to write and record songs about what was going on in America and the rest of the world. He saw social unrest, racial disparity, political division, violence, widespread sickness, and an entire world on the brink of an economic disaster due to the spread of a disease like no other. Yet, at the same time, Stein saw a great opportunity.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 365 with Carolina Rial From NBC’s The Voice Season 20.
Carolina is a first generation American with a father from Spain and a mother from Bolivia. Sadly, her father passed away when she was three, but her grandmother helped raise her and her siblings. Carolina spent the next 10 years in dance classes, but secretly wanted to sing. She began posting her singing videos online and knew she needed to focus on music after Jennifer Hudson reposted one of her songs. Carolina began performing at local events and expanded to the tri-state area. Her grandmother got to see the start of her singing career, but passed away two years ago. Carolina hopes to honor her father and grandmother by chasing her dream on "The Voice".

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 364 Antonio Sabato Jr from God Is Not Dead” We The People
Now available on digital and DVD through Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.

The film is timely since the pandemic more than 11% of households home-school their kids -that is about 5MM kids - parents are not able to adapt to the individual child's learning needs, they can offer classes not taught in public schools like art, music, religion and gym class. Home school children are less likely to be bullied or become depressed over peer pressure -also allows parents to bond closer w/their kids and guide them in learning.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 363 with actress Layla Crawford from King Richard.
Based on the true story that will inspire the world, Warner Bros. Pictures' "King Richard" follows the journey of Richard Williams, an undeterred father instrumental in raising two of the most extraordinarily gifted athletes of all time, who will end up changing the sport of tennis forever. Two-time Oscar nominee Will Smith ("Ali," "The Pursuit of Happyness," "Bad Boys for Life") stars as Richard, under the direction of Reinaldo Marcus Green ("Monsters and Men").

Driven by a clear vision of their future and using unconventional methods, Richard has a plan that will take Venus and Serena Williams from the streets of Compton, California to the global stage as legendary icons. The profoundly moving film shows the power of family, perseverance and unwavering belief as a means to achieve the impossible and impact the world.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 362 with Dr. Britt Baker from All Elite Wrestling.
Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D. is the reigning AEW Women’s World Champion, and is the only fully licensed and practicing dentist in the professional wrestling industry. She made her professional in-ring debut in 2015 while enrolled in the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Dental Medicine. In January 2019, Britt became one of the first women signed to AEW and has since become one of the most recognizable and popular faces of the AEW Women’s Division. Dr. Britt Baker became AEW Women’s World Champion on May 30, 2021, at the Double or Nothing event in Jacksonville, FL, when she defeated Hikaru Shida by submission, putting an end to Shida’s historic 372-day reign as champion.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 361 is with singer songwriter Austin Mo.
At the age of 24, Austin Mo has been creating and recording new music with feel and soul well beyond his years with guidance and mentorship from Frank Hannon of Tesla.
“I’m Wanted” is a song that Austin wrote while he was reflecting on his successes and challenges that he has encountered performing throughout California since the age of 15. Focusing on his personal drive and love for music, Austin created the lyrics with a clear message which he stated: “regardless of what has happened to me so far in my career, I know I’ll succeed and not be left behind, that’s my inspiration for the lyrics.”

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 360 with actress and now author Sharon Gless.
"Apparently There Were Complaints" delves into Gless's remarkable career and explores her complicated family, struggles with alcoholism, and her fear of romantic commitment as well as her encounters with some of Hollywood's biggest names. Brutally honest and incredibly relatable, Gless puts it all out on the page in the same way she has lived-never with moderation.

"I never intended to write a book, but on a sunny California afternoon after chatting with a CBS executive about some of my life stories, I walked out with a book deal," says Gless. "That's what happened. I went in for a TV show and came out having to write 320 pages of my own lines. I hope I don't regret this."
A fifth-generation Californian, Gless knew from a young age that she wanted to be an actress. After some rocky teenage years that included her parents' divorce and some minor (and not-so-minor) rebellion, Gless landed a coveted spot as an exclusive contract player for Universal Studios. In 1982, she stepped into the role of New York Police Detective Christine Cagney for the series "Cagney & Lacey," which reached an audience of 30 million weekly viewers and garnered Gless two Emmy Awards. The show made history as the first hour-long drama to feature two women in the leading roles.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 359 with Dr. Katherine Ramsland from BTK Confessions of a Serial Killer on A&E.
A&E Network announces a new documentary event examining the horrific crimes and psyche of notorious serial killer Dennis Rader in "BTK: Confession of a Serial Killer." From Wolf Entertainment and Good Caper Content, this gripping documentary provides unprecedented access into the mind of Rader who is currently serving 10 consecutive life sentences in El Dorado Correctional Facility. Dr. Katherine Ramsland, whose correspondence with Rader has spanned a decade and is still on-going, shares the intimate details of Rader's past and his gruesome murders while providing insight to arm criminologists and law enforcement on how to better identify and potentially deter extreme violent offenders in the future. The definitive documentary "BTK: Confession of a Serial Killer"

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 358 with Dr. Lydia Kang author of Patient Zero.
Written by Dr. Lydia Kang, MD, a practicing internal medicine physician, and Nate Pedersen, a librarian and historian, PATIENT ZERO: A Curious History of the World's Worst Diseases [Workman Publishing; November 9, 2021] explores the science and stories behind thirty of the world's worst illnesses, pulling back the curtain on everything from HIV, often falsely considered to have first appeared in the 1980s, to the groundbreaking creation of the first vaccine in the 1790s, to the link between tuberculous and belief in vampires. Seamlessly combining “Patient Zero” narratives that reveal the human stories behind outbreaks with historical examinations of missteps, milestones, scientific theories, other captivating insights

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 357 with Codi Butts from MTV’s Floribama Shore.
MTV Floribama Shore is the story of eight young adults who spend the summer partying it up and put the real world on hold for just a little bit longer. But each is armed with incredible life experiences and standing at a crossroads, whether it's ending a relationship, tasting independence for the first time, or trying to escape the past.

This season, the Floribama Shore crew gets back to its southern roots. With their Lake Havasu vacation cut short, the fam is more than ready to get the party started again in Athens, Georgia, and even a very pregnant Nilsa wouldn’t miss this family trip. It’s a real-life animal house with a dog, a pig, two goats, and a revolving door of friends ready to turn up. But nothing is as wild as parents’ weekend at the Shore house.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 356 with Dr. Diva Amon and Dr. Albert Lin from Welcome To Earth on Disney+.
It might seem humans have mapped every inch of our planet’s surface, but look closer and you’ll discover that there is still so much more to uncover — the age of exploration is far from over! WELCOME TO EARTH, a Disney+ original series from National Geographic, follows two-time Academy Award® nominee Will Smith on an extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime adventure around the world to explore Earth’s greatest wonders and reveal its most hidden secrets. Throughout the six-part limited series produced by visionary Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker Darren Aronofsky, Protozoa Pictures, Jane Root’s Nutopia and Westbrook Studios.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 355 with Rock journalist Paul Brannigan whose new book is Unchained: The Eddie Van Halen Story.
The first full-length biography of Eddie Van Halen—a searching, affectionate, and in-depth look at the remarkable life of a genuine musical virtuoso who changed the course of rock ’n’ roll.

“The game changing guitar legend gets the biography he deserves.... Diligently researched, perceptive and well-written.” —Classic Rock

Arriving in California as a young boy in the early 1960s, Edward Van Halen and his brother Alex were ripe for the coming musical revolution. The sons of a Dutch, saxophone-playing father, the brothers discovered the Beatles, Cream, and other icons as they bound together as musical partners, forming identities for themselves in their adopted home along the way.

“Affectionate and unflinching portrait of heavy metal’s Mount Everest.... Paul Brannigan goes deep here, his detailed...biography probing Van Halen’s psyche as well as his music.” —MOJO

From the moment their hugely influential 1978 debut landed, Van Halen set a high bar for the rock ’n’ roll lifestyle, creating an entirely new style of post-’60s hard rock and becoming the quintessential rock band of the 1980s. But the high-flying success was fraught with difficulty, as Eddie struggled with alcohol and drug addiction while simultaneously battling David Lee Roth over the musical direction of the band, eventually taking the band in an entirely new direction with Sammy Hagar and scaling new heights, before that iteration of Van Halen disintegrated.

Acclaimed biographer Paul Brannigan tackles the dramatic story with respect and affection for one of rock’s greatest musicians, pairing original interviews with meticulous research to bring the story of Eddie Van Halen completely up-to-date. Unchained: The Eddie Van Halen Story is a remarkable account of determination, genius, and single-minded commitment to the music.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 354 with Dayna Isom Johnson from Etsy.
As we approach the start of a brand-new year, Etsy -- the global marketplace for unique and creative goods -- offers an early preview at the trends that we’ll see most often in 2022 – in categories such as fashion, weddings, home décor, kids’ activities and more. Etsy consumers’ shopping and search habits reveals the most in-demand items, styles, colors, etc. that reflect upcoming trends.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 353 with Robbie Gray from Modern English.
Formed in Colchester, England, the band self-released its first single on its own Limp Records label prior to signing to 4AD, home to such like-minded acts as Bauhaus, Cocteau Twins and Dead Can Dance. Laying the foundation for future musical movements such as goth and industrial, Modern English would gain the attention of renowned BBC DJ John Peel, who featured the band twice on his program.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 352 with music legend Carl Palmer.
After his September 2021 tour (including dates with Alan Parsons Project) was postponed due to COVID concerns, legendary drummer and musician, Carl Palmer will return this November to the US with his first round of live shows since 2019. These shows, which will feature only Palmer and his band, mark the return to live performances since the onset of the pandemic.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 351 with Paris Winningham from NBC’s The Voice.
Paris was adopted as an infant and has never met his biological parents, but knows his mother was a singer and his father was a guitar player. With music in his genes, Paris started playing the drums in church at seven years old and later began singing. At 20, he joined the Navy where he served as a machinist mate and worked in the engine room. Through the Navy, he was able to travel and see the world and continued with his music by performing at ceremonies on the ship and at base. Paris was honorably discharged from the Navy, but hopes to continue to serve people in a new way, through his music on “The Voice”.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 350 with Girl Named Tom winners of NBC’s The Voice.
Girl Named Tom is the first act in the 21 seasons of “The Voice” to have four of their songs in the iTunes Top 10 at the same time. In addition, the group reached #1 twice on the main iTunes Top 200 chart with “River,” and “The Chain.” “Hits From the Road,” the group’s self-titled album that was released in February, is currently #17 on the iTunes Top Albums chart, making them the first act in the show’s history to have songs also charting in the Top 200 from their own self-released album.

Girl Named Tom was the #1 most-viewed act on YouTube this season, with 8.9 million collective views.

Hailing from a small town, this sibling trio was initially homeschooled where music became a big part of their curriculum. They enrolled in piano lessons at a young age and joined theater once they started attending public school. Despite their artistic upbringing, they all planned to become doctors, but things changed when their father was diagnosed with a rare cancer in 2017. When Bekah finished high school and the boys finished college, their father’s prognosis was still unknown, so they decided to spend more time as a family and formed their trio in 2019. Girl Named Tom is grateful for the chance to bring joy to their family and hopes to make their hometown proud on “The Voice.”

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 349 with Dan and Laura Dotson from Storage Wars.
"Storage Wars" bidding, buying and selling for an all new season of wild auction battles in California. Fan-favorite auctioneers and buyers including Dan and Laura Dotson, Brandi Passante, Jarrod Schultz, Darrell Sheets, Kenny Crossley, Rene Nezhoda and Casey Nezhoda, as well as Ivy Calvin and his sons return to the lockers in search of the next big find. Viewers will join the thrill of the hunt at the fast-paced auctions for a look into the exhilarating, high-stakes world of storage auctions. Buyers go to the storage facilities, willing to risk it all, to bid on the contents of lockers and if they're lucky, find treasure not just trash! Iconic auctioneers Dan and Laura Dotson once again lead our buyers through unit after unit filled with all kinds of surprises. As for the buyers, Brandi Passante has focused her attention on home staging and storage lockers have a way of offering her all kinds of furniture and knick-knacks. Darrell Sheets is lured out of a cozy retirement, being simply unable to resist the pull of auctions. Ivy Calvin has added his son to the family business, bringing along Ivy Jr with him to increase his chances of success. Rene Nezhoda finds himself re-arranging his business, potentially moving his storefront to a location closer to the other buyers. And let's not forget Kenny Crossley, who's still trying to get the hang of buying treasure-filled units (without having to spend a fortune), all while keeping everyone in stitches. But perhaps the biggest development this season is the long-anticipated return of Barry Weiss. Adopting a strict new buying regimen and working with an internationally-recognized bidding coach, Barry is intent on getting back in the game and playing for keeps this time.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 348 with Brendan Borrell author of The First Shots.
In THE FIRST SHOTS-currently under development for an HBO limited series with superstar director and producer Adam McKay (Succession, Vice, The Big Short)-Borrell draws on his exclusive and high-level access to weave together an incredible story about the hard-driving scientists, billionaire entrepreneurs, and chaotic political power players who shaped 18 pandemic months of fear, resolve, and triumph.

Speaking with roughly 150 sources including infectious disease expert Michael Callahan, an American doctor secretly on the ground in Wuhan in January 2020 to gauge the terrifying ravages of disease X; Robert (Dr. Bob) Kadlec, one of Operation Warp Speed's architects, whose audacious plans for the American people run straight into the buzz saw of the Trump White House factions; and delivering insider reveals on Stéphane Bancel of upstart Moderna Therapeutics going toe-to-toe with pharma behemoth Pfizer, THE FIRST SHOTS lays bare the full stunning story behind the medical science "moon shot" of our lifetime. Fast-paced and stunningly researched, THE FIRST SHOTS is a real-life thriller.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 347 with comedian Joe Pera from Joe Pera Talks With You.
This season, Joe will cover Great Lakes Ice Breakers, second fridges, cooking fish in the woods, classroom-appropriate movies, drone warfare, and much more! The first episode of this relaxing comedy show will follow Joe as he helps his friend Gene pick out his retirement chair at a furniture store and the season-long search for the perfect place to sit goes from there.

Joe Pera Talks With You was created by and starring Joe Pera, who serves as executive producer alongside series director Marty Schousboe, and co-stars Jo Firestone and Conner O'Malley. Produced for Adult Swim by Alive and Kicking, Inc. and Chestnut Walnut.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 346 with actor Matthew Daddario from Wild Game.
WILD GAME stars Creed Garnick, Charlie Barnett, Allison Paige, Matthew Daddario, Brock Harris, Golden Garnick, Jared Bonner, Kyle Robinson, Matthew Paetz, Adrianna Leonard and Vicki Garnick. Gravitas Ventures will release 'WILD GAME' in select theaters and on demand on December 17, 2021. When a cash-strapped rancher takes an offer to help a movie star poach elk it seems like easy money, until a fatal run-in with the local authorities triggers a series of events that pits man against man in a bloody showdown.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 345 with Carrie Preston and Jenn Lyon from Claws on TNT.
“Claws” is a midnight-dark, wickedly funny meditation on female badness set in a South Florida nail salon. The series follows Niecy Nash-Betts’ Desna Simms, who, alongside her crew of manicurists from the Nail Artisans of Manatee County salon, rises to power in the crime world to claim her share of cash and respect. It's the story of hardworking women trying to get by in this economy, set against the surreal, bright, gritty landscape of Florida and the luscious, absurd, extreme excesses of the crime world. In addition to Nash-Betts, “Claws” stars Carrie Preston, Judy Reyes, Karrueche Tran, Jenn Lyon, Kevin Rankin, Jason Antoon, with Harold Perrineau, and Dean Norris.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 344 with Deborah Joy Winans and Kendrick Cross from Sisterly Christmas.
Sisters Kristina and Vicky receive an early Christmas gift—a luxurious vacation at an exclusive resort—from their Aunt Debbie, who hopes to bring them together after they've grown apart since their mother’s death. The sisters are less than thrilled by the idea of spending time together: Vicky loves Christmas, whereas Kristina no longer enjoys the holiday without their mom. After the sisters reluctantly accept the gift and arrive at the resort, they run into Reginé, a famous singer and a childhood nemesis. Realizing Reginé still hasn’t changed, Kristina and Vicky team up to compete against her in the resort’s annual charity Christmas competition. Family bonding and new potential love interests might be the Christmas gifts the two sisters needed most of all.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 343 with Brian Stokes Mitchell from 20 Years of Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir
Intimate ballads, behind-the-scenes views and storytelling by Stokes combine with highlights from the past two decades featuring soul-stirring performances from more than 40 world-renowned artists, including Kristin Chenoweth, Audra McDonald, Kelli O’Hara, Gladys Knight, Angela Lansbury, the Muppets® from Sesame Street®, Hugh Bonneville and Richard Thomas. The anniversary special reminds viewers of how this tradition has touched audiences for years and evokes the love, unity and peace of the season.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 342 with Sam Kerr from Strange Legend.
Strange Legend is a daring Rock N' Roll band from Los Angeles, California. Having a wide spectrum of sound. Deep and solid roots ranging from rock, blues, heavy metal, and acoustics with a flamenco flair. Strange Legend is a tight unit with attitude, catchy rhythms, great vocals, and dynamic compositions.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 341 with Louis Prima Jr creator and performer of Hey Skinny Santa.
"Hey Skinny Santa" is a new holiday single which will also be included as a bonus track on Louis Prima Jr. & The Witnesses upcoming 2022 full-length album. The band kicks off their holiday live tour on December 1st!

Louis Prima Jr. and the Witnesses are bringing Prima music into the 21st century. Not content to sit on the legacy they so passionately protect, LPJ and the band are taking a page from his father’s playbook, by wailing “Prima-Style” for the future.

The band brings new energy and a current attitude to the masses with The Wildest Show this side of the 1960’s. Since their breakout performance at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival (aka Jazz Fest), #TeamPrima has performed everywhere from Seattle to Palermo, from small clubs to performing arts centers, from casino showrooms to music festivals, and from Access Hollywood Live to PBS

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 340 with actor John O’Hurley and canine expert David Frei.
The National Dog Show Presented by Purina” will be hosted by award-winning TV personality, author and Broadway star John O’Hurley (“Seinfeld,” “Dancing with the Stars”), and expert analyst and American Kennel Club-licensed judge David Frei, who is one of America’s foremost authorities on the sport. NBC correspondent and sports broadcasting Hall of Famer Mary Carillo will report from backstage and inside the show ring.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 339 with director Christopher Chacon from Paranormal Activity Next of Kin.
The fan-favorite horror film franchise is back, with the new installment PARANORMAL ACTIVITY: NEXT OF KIN, just in time for Halloween. In Paramount+ Original Movie, a documentary filmmaker follows Margot (Emily Bader) as she heads to a secluded Amish community, in the hopes of meeting and learning about her long-lost mother and extended family. Following a string of strange occurrences and discoveries, she soon realizes this community that welcomed them into their home might be hiding something sinister…

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 338 with Richard Carpenter.
The definitive biography of one of the most enduring and endeared recording artists in history-the Carpenters-is told for the first time from the perspective of Richard Carpenter, through more than 100 hours of exclusive interviews and some 200 photographs from Richard's personal archive, many never published.

After becoming multimillion-selling, Grammy-winning superstars with their 1970 breakthrough hit "(They Long to Be) Close to You," Richard and Karen Carpenter would win over millions of fans worldwide with a record-breaking string of hits including "We've Only Just Begun," "Top of the World," and "Yesterday Once More."

By 1975, success was taking its toll. Years of jam-packed work schedules, including hundreds of concert engagements, proved to be just too much for the Carpenters to keep the hits coming-and, ultimately, to keep the music playing at all. However, Richard and Karen never took their adoring public, or each other, for granted.

In Carpenters: The Musical Legacy, Richard Carpenter tells his story for the first time. With candor, heart, and humor, he sheds new light on the Carpenters' trials and triumphs-work that remains the gold standard for melodic pop. This beautifully illustrated definitive biography, with exclusive interviews and never-before-seen photographs, is a must-have for any Carpenters fan.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 337 with Jason Bailey author of Fun City Cinema.
A visual history of a great American city in flux, Fun City Cinema reveals how these classic films and legendary filmmakers took their inspiration from New York City's grittiness and splendor, creating what we can now view as "accidental documentaries" of the city's modes and moods. In addition to the extensively researched and reported text, the book includes both historical photographs and production materials, as well as still frames, behind-the-scenes photos, posters, and original interviews with Noah Baumbach, Larry Clark, Greta Gerwig, Walter Hill, Jerry Schatzberg, Martin Scorsese, Susan Seidelman, Oliver Stone, and Jennifer Westfeldt. Extensive "Now Playing" sidebars spotlight a handful of each decade's additional films of note.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 336 with director and creator Rawson Marshall Thurber from Red Notice on Netflix.
Netflix has been smashing it in the TV world lately, but they are in the movie-making business too and one of the biggest of the year for them is the star-studded Red Notice - which is the global alert issued by Interpol, if you were wondering.

Dwayne Johnson stars in what is his first-ever made-for-streaming film and if that was not a big enough name, throw in Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds and Wonder Woman's Gal Gadot and we must be onto a winner. Netflix will certainly be hoping that is the case as the budget for this one is reportedly around a staggering $200 million.

Red Notice is the story of two notorious criminals - Reynolds' conman and Gadot's art thief - as they form an unlikely alliance with Johnson's FBI profiler for a globe-trotting heist.
Filming was only halfway finished when production was paused for six months last year due to the pandemic, but shooting has finally wrapped and we now have a release date for the starry crime caper - and it is not far off!

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 335 with actor Bruce Campbell from Black Friday.
On Thanksgiving night, a group of disgruntled toy store employees begrudgingly arrive for work to open the store at midnight for the busiest shopping day of the year. Meanwhile, an alien parasite crashes to Earth in a meteor. This group of misfits led by store manager Jonathan (Bruce Campbell) and longtime employee Ken (Devon Sawa) soon find themselves battling against hordes of holiday shoppers who have been turned into monstrous creatures hellbent on a murderous rampage on Black Friday.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 334 with Liz Garbus from Becoming Cousteau.
Adventurer, filmmaker, inventor, author, unlikely celebrity and conservationist: For over four decades, Jacques-Yves Cousteau and his explorations under the ocean became synonymous with a love of science and the natural world. As he learned to protect the environment, he brought the whole world with him, sounding alarms more than 50 years ago about the warming seas and our planet’s vulnerability. In BECOMING COUSTEAU, from National Geographic Documentary Films, two-time Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker LIZ GARBUS takes an inside look at Cousteau and his life, his iconic films and inventions, and the experiences that made him the 20th century’s most unique and renowned environmental voice — and the man who inspired generations to protect the Earth.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 333 with actor Max Casella from the film That Cold Dead Look In Your Eyes.
Things are not going well for Leonard on the week of his 40th birthday. He's about to lose his girlfriend, his home and his job. To make matters worse, he's experiencing strange hallucinations. Is it stress or an after effect of the high speed theta boxes that have recently been installed all over the city? Whatever the cause, something odd is going on and if Leonard doesn't snap out of it soon, he'll be trapped in this nightmare forever.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 332 with Maury Povich
MAURY, is now in its 24th Season! Maury is the longest running Daytime talk show host in television history!

Considering his age and years on television, Maury’s new social media presence is nothing but impressive:

-Maury has over 9 million followers across all of his social media platforms. He started TikTok in 2019, and he already has over 1.5 million followers.

-The MAURY show’s vintage clips are now getting a new life on the show’s YouTube page. Their “Viral Vault” videos are introducing his new audience to some wild clips from the early Maury years!

-The Maury YouTube/FB pages also features “4 Minutes of Maury,” which is a Maury show cut down to 4 minutes, so you can get the main points of the story in limited time!

-MAURY is often featured on “The Shade Room’s” social accounts where they comment and create Memes, GIFs and commentary on the show!

-MAURY was just mentioned on Kanye West’s song “God Breathed” off his new album, Donda. He’s also been featured in the center of spats between Cardi B and Nicki Minaj.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 331 with Robbie Krieger of The Doors.
in celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Doors final studio album L.A. WOMAN (1971), "The Doors: Live At The Bowl '68 Special Edition" will transform movie theaters into concert venues, giving Doors fans around the world the closest experience to being there live alongside Jim Morrison, John Densmore, Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger, who stated, "the magic that has been done to enhance the picture and sound quality of this show will make everyone feel as though they have a front row seat at the Hollywood Bowl."

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 330 with actor Harry Shum Jr from the movie Broadcast Signal Intrusion.
While logging tapes of decades-old TV broadcasts, video archivist James (Harry Shum Jr.) discovers a surreal and disturbing clip that James believes is the product of a mysterious broadcast signal hacking. His discovery takes a sinister turn when he tracks down similar broadcast intrusions that send him on an obsessive mission. Now James must confront two very real possibilities: that the videos may be clues to a crime beyond all comprehension; and that whoever was behind them may be very aware that James is coming uncomfortably close to the truth.

BROADCAST SIGNAL INTRUSION was inspired by actual broadcast interruptions that occurred in Chicago in the late 1980s, and remain unsolved to this day. The film is an unsettling journey into our collective technological nightmares, confronting our deepest, darkest fears of both man and machine.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 329 with John and Kendall Antonelli.
John Antonelli is Founder and CEO of acclaimed Austin business Antonelli’s Cheese Shop, which he founded in 2010 with his wife Kendall after a honeymoon decision to quit his job in search of a passion with purpose. Through their award-winning retail shop, e-commerce sales, wholesale distribution across Texas, and 400+ yearly events, the Antonelli’s Cheese team daily lives its mission: Do Good. Eat Good. For that, they’ve been honored with a Generous Business Award, Family Business Award, and Local Hero Food Shop distinction. John is both a CPA and CCP (certified cheese professional), Past President of the American Cheese Society, President of Austin Children Museum the Thinkery, and on the advisory board of non-profit accelerator Philanthropitch. John has been recognized as "one of the top ten individuals impacting his industry" by Deli Business Weekly, and he is a member of the Guilde Internationale des Fromagers. John was awarded Best Small Business CEO by the Austin Business Journal in 2018 and an Austin Under 40 distinction for Hospitality in 2020. John most enjoys a shared cheese and charcuterie board while traveling with his two kids Everett and Elia. John is also known for saying “awesome” a lot.

Kendall Antonelli owns and operates Antonelli's Cheese Shop, alongside her husband John and awesome team. A previous AustinUnder40 Awardee and Austin Business Journal Profile in Power, Kendall is also a Certified Cheese Professional, which comes in handy when trying to impress the palates of her two kiddos Everett and Elia and find the perfect cheese that makes them do a happy dance. As an entrepreneur and a depression survivor now on a personal mission to spread joy, Kendall often speaks about work/life balance and finding passion with purpose. For that and her work on various boards, she has been named a NAMI Mental Health Community Champion and recognized with the McMahon Children’s Advocacy Award. Kendall is past president of Les Dames d’Escoffier Austin, a women’s group of industry professionals dedicated to philanthropy, currently serves on the national American Cheese Education Foundation, and an inducted member of the Guilde Internationale des Fromagers. Antonelli's Cheese, named one of the best cheese shops in America by Travel + Leisure Magazine, includes a cut-to-order shop that also offers cheese trays, 400+ in person and virtual events and tastings per year, and a wholesale program distributing cheese throughout Texas. In 2020, Antonelli’s Cheese earned two distinctions for their early move to virtual tastings, bringing 15K+ folks together over a shared experience of cheese. They’ve also been honored with a Generous Business Award, Family Business Award, and Local Hero Food Shop distinction. Through life and business, the Antonelli family and team endeavor to live their mission: Do Good. Eat Good.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 328 with actress and author Eleanor Lambert From Time Now.
Several years following a falling out with her family in Detroit, Jenny (Eleanor Lambert) is now a young mother living away from home, stuck in an unhappy marriage. After a call from her aunt Joan (Claudia Black), Jenny finds herself back home in Detroit mourning her twin brother's sudden death. Seeing her family caught up in their dreadful past, Jenny goes on to discover the person her brother was on her own. Immersing herself in her late brothers' eclectic group of friends, the scene he belonged to, and the urban playground that is Detroit, Jenny comes to the realization that her brother's death is not what it seems.

TIME NOW co-stars Claudia Black ("The Nevers", "Stargate"), Xxavier Polk, Paige Kendrick and Sebastian Beacon, with R&B star Dwele also appearing in the film.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 327 with Brandon Bronaugh from Hoarders on A&E.
For over 11 years, Brandon Bronaugh has helped people recover from the effects of long-term hoarding. He has worked with hundreds of clients whose homes had become their prison. They were ashamed to have people visit, embarrassed about their squalid living conditions, and afraid to seek help. Often, they really wanted to overcome their difficulties, but they didn't know where to start. Brandon also noticed that people facing significant life changes were greatly stressed, especially when the changes resulted from major illness or injury, the physical or mental infirmity of an aging parent, or the death of a loved one. In these especially challenging circumstances, people battled emotional, mental or physical hurdles. Trying to manage home repairs, clean a cluttered home or organize all the details of packing and moving only increased their distress. Brandon wanted to help, but soon realized that very limited resources were available. Seizing the opportunity to make a difference, he established a company to reflect a simple vision--create a transition company that managed all aspects of a family's life-changing events. LifeCycle Transitions is the outgrowth of that vision.

To help guide people through the entire transition process, Brandon and his team now provide customizable solutions that help people make better decisions and achieve a home situation that meets their needs and makes them happy. Hoarding intervention is still the hallmark service, and it's the starting point for virtually every transition. However, in over a decade of helping people, Brandon has discovered that most clients need additional assistance once the hoarding clean-up is complete.

To help meet those needs, LifeCycle Transitions also provides 1) downsizing, relocation and move-management services to clients whose homes no longer meet their needs, 2) healthy-home prep for people whose homes need minor repairs or safety features before they can return from the hospital or rehab, and 3) in-home assistance to folks who need occasional help with routine cleaning, cooking, maintenance, errand-running and shopping. Some clients realize that their best option is to sell their home--either 'As Is' or after it has been updated or completely rehabbed. LifeCycle Transitions offers programs that help homeowners sell their home for a competitive price, emerge from financial distress, and relocate to a home that meets their current needs.

To date, Brandon and his team have transitioned more than 500 families. In the process, he has forged partnerships with healthcare providers and hospitals, as well as skilled nursing homes, assisted living communities, and rehabilitation facilities. He works with community councils on aging, local health departments, elder services groups and inspection services. A number of cities and towns have recognized his expertise and asked Brandon to help them address local hoarding emergencies and to provide referral resources. Brandon's holistic approach to hoarding clean-up and transition meansthat his clients don't have to fumble through their transition alone.

The team at LifeCycle Transitions offers everything necessary to complete a transition without spending loads of money, doing tons of homework, or dealing with contractors, legal advisors, realtors, and city officials. Recently, Brandon added another weapon to his growing arsenal of expertise by becoming one of the latest experts on A&E's hit reality TV series, Hoarders. He hopes his unique approach to hoarding intervention will allow him to bring enormous relief to families battling the hoarding disorder, and also encourage viewers who are seeking direction and inspiration.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 326 with Greg Harris from the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame held its 36th annual induction ceremony Saturday night at the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland -- marking the sixth time the ceremony was held in the Ohio city that’s home to the Hall of Fame and Museum.

Carole King, Tina Turner, The Go-Go's, Todd Rundgren, Foo Fighters and Jay-Z were inducted in the Performer Category, which honors bands and solo artists who have created music whose originality, impact and influence has changed the course of rock 'n' roll.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 325 is with comedian Jo Firestone from Good Timing on Peacock.
During her weekly class at the Greenwich House Senior Center, comedian Jo Firestone teaches comedy to a group of seniors who prove to be more provocative, political and unfiltered on-stage than off. This hilarious and heartwarming special follows Jo’s comedy workshop as she prepares these ageless comics for their first live stand-up show.

Jo Firestone is a comedian whose work can be seen on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Joe Pera Talks With You, High Maintenance, Shrill, and the new adult animated show, Teenage Euthanasia. She can be heard on Maximum Fun’s Dr. Gameshow, a podcast she co-hosts with Manolo Moreno and Comedy Central’s “Everyday Decisions,” a podcast she hosts all alone. Her album, "The Hits" is available on Comedy Central Records, and if you like puns, check out “Punderdome: A Card Game for Pun Lovers.”

She teaches a weekly online comedy class to senior citizens every Monday at 10am

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 324 with Lisa S Johnson the author of Immortal Axes: Guitars that Rock.
From the photographer of the critically acclaimed 108 Rock Star Guitars
comes Immortal Axes: Guitars That Rock (September 2021, $60), a
new collection of beautifully shot guitar photos, documenting the legendary
instruments of more than 150 music icons, including B.B. King, Joan Jett,
Kurt Cobain, Keith Richards, St. Vincent, the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Lita
Ford, and Buck Owens.
Armed with a macro lens, an incredible eye for detail, and a truly inspiring
vision, Lisa S. Johnson takes the world of fine art photography on a rock
and roll joyride. Johnson’s work conjures the abstract yet possesses a sensual
and ethereal aura, illustrating the intimate wear of each instrument featured.
Johnson’s debut book received rave reviews, and in Immortal Axes, she
raises the bar even higher to capture the imagination of music fans. Each
intimate photograph is accompanied by a touch of musical history, an
anecdote or personal storytelling moment.
“Guitars are special instruments,” writes Peter Frampton in his foreword.
“Like Stradivarius and Guarneri violins made in the 18th century, they need
to be treasured and documented for future generations. In many ways, that’s
what this wonderful book is all about: preserving guitar history.”
The late great Les Paul once commented, “Lisa’s work is wonderfully
evocative, images unlike any I have ever seen.” High praise, indeed, from a
legendary guitar pioneer.
“It was an honor to work on this important book with Lisa over the last few
years,” states Immortal Axes book editor Brad Tolinski, who spent 25 years
as Editor in Chief of Guitar World Magazine. “Her diligence in pursuing these
guitars and capturing their true character was inspiring, and her personal
memories of her encounters help make each image leap off the page. You may
never get a chance to hold these guitars or see them in person. Few of us ever
will. But no worries - Lisa and her camera have it covered, and as you have
seen, it was in the best of hands.”

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 323 with Bella DeNapoli from NBC’s The Voice
Bella grew up in a large and loud Italian family surrounded by music. She got a taste for the stage at an early age after watching her parents perform in their weekend rock band and was often invited to sing with them. She started participating in musical theater in the second grade and continued with it throughout school. At 15, she joined a girl group and was signed to a record label and although the group ultimately dissolved, Bella had found her calling in the music industry. After high school, she went on to pursue a career as a recording pop artist and spent some time performing with a non-profit group. Bella is currently working on her songwriting, recording music, and still performs with her parents every chance she gets.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 322 with actor Aidan Quinn from The American Guest on HBO Max.
ADIAN QUINN stars as Theodore Roosevelt in the HBO Max film, THE AMERICAN GUEST, which premiered on September 26. The Brazilian 4- part miniseries created and directed by (Academy Award Nominee) Bruno Barreto. The production also stars Chico Diaz as Cândido Rondon and Dana Delany. Based on a true story, the four-episode miniseries recounts the expedition of the former U.S. president through the Amazon region, alongside the Brazilian marshal. The plot takes place in the early 20th century. After a bitter defeat in the U.S. presidential campaign, Roosevelt sets out in search of his lost youth in the Brazilian Rainforest alongside his long-time friend Farrel Nash (David Herman) and his son Kermit (Chris Mason), with the objective of exploring the last uncharted river in the country: the River of Doubt, in Rondonia.

On a journey fraught with deadly dangers, the former president counts on the support of indigenous expert Marshal Rondon, then responsible for connecting the most remote regions of the country. On this journey, the two men from different backgrounds will have to test their physical and moral limits, as well as learn to deal with their conflicting personalities in order to survive.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 321 with Ken Seeley from Intervention
Seeley has remained professionally and personally involved in recovery since his sobriety date of July 14, 1989. Ken's greatest personal satisfaction comes from working with clients and their families as the founder and owner of Intervention911 and KenSeeley Communities (KSC) located in Palm Springs, CA. Ken has been a featured interventionist on the Emmy Award-winning A&E television series 'Intervention' since 2005. Ken's success rate has turned him into one of the most sought-after interventionists in the country. Ken is a subject matter expert and often speaks on substance use and mental health disorder topics at professional conferences and the media nationwide. Ken's facilities, programming, and the services provided have continually evolved around a need to provide for his community:●Intervention911 started in 2002, which gives families access to intervention services from intervention specialists nationwide.●In 2011, Ken Seeley Communities started with Sober Living Facilities to serve a growing need for sober housing in the Coachella Valley.●In 2015, as the need for intensive treatment options grew, KSC added IMS Detox, Intensive Outpatient, and Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment to our programming. KSC now offered a full continuum of care.●In 2020 amidst COVID-19 and the pandemic, residential mental health treatment in a non-hospitalized setting was needed as the general public's mental health declined due to fear, anxiety, and isolation. Ken opened Mental Wellness PS, our Residential Mental Health Treatment Facility. After over three decades, both off and on camera, Ken has applied his experiences into the treatment equation. Ken and his team have created a treatment process that works as a seamless continuum of care. It consists of many moving parts that work together to hold accountability and boost successful long-term recovery. This asset has become a valuable catalyst in Intervention911's and Ken Seeley Communities' impressive results.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 320 with Scott Brick the voice of Dune.
Scott Brick first began narrating audiobooks in 2000, and after recording almost 400 titles in five years, AudioFile magazine named Brick a Golden Voice and “one of the fastest-rising stars in the audiobook galaxy.” He has read a number of titles in Frank Herbert’s bestselling Dune series, and he won the 2003 Science Fiction Audie Award for Dune: The Butlerian Jihad. Brick has narrated for many popular authors, including Michael Pollan, Joseph Finder, Tom Clancy, and Ayn Rand. He has also won over 40 AudioFile Earphones Awards and the AudioFile award for Best Voice in Mystery and Suspense 2011. In 2007, Brick was named Publishers Weekly’s Narrator of the Year.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 319 with Jeff Alworth creator of The Beer Bible 2nd Edition.
It’s the ultimate guide to one of the world’s oldest, alcoholic beverages. Originally published in 2015, the bestselling, IACP Award-winning first edition took the beer world by storm and established Jeff Alworth as one of the most recognized authorities on beer.

But the world of beer has evolved significantly in the past six years. In the fully updated and expanded second edition, Alworth provides a reclassification and explanation of IPAs, details the phenomenon of beer tourism, explores national traditions and how brewers operate in different cultures, and so much more. Lovers of the craft will find this to be the most comprehensive reference guide available, while the book’s approachability will charm readers who are just beginning their ale journey.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 318 with actress Leila George From Animal Kingdom.
In the season finale, it’s all hands-on deck as the Cody family uses all their tools, tricks, and vehicles to pull off the job of their lives and settle all scores. A deadly secret from the past is also revealed. All season, the Cody family have been dealing with the fallout from the events surrounding Smurf’s death, including family members out for revenge. With their kingdom without a leader, the Cody family’s struggle to maintain their fragile alliance, and to see which of them will come out on top. Meanwhile, they search for more information on Pamela Johnson whom Smurf made the beneficiary of her estate.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 317 with actor Stephen Weber.
NBC's Chicago Med is leaning into Dr. Dean Archer's controversial promotion to interim chief of the ED by upping Steven Weber to series regular. The news comes after the explosive Season 6 finale in May that saw power-hungry Dean continue to dangerously bend the rules to suit his agenda.

Additionally, two new doctors are joining Gaffney Chicago Medical Center as Guy Lockard and Kristen Hager have landed series regular roles on the Dick Wolf-produced procedural, which returns for its seventh season this fall. The new cast additions follow the shocking departures of Yaya DaCosta and Torrey DeVitto at the end of last season.
Lockard will portray Dr. Dylan Scott, who left a career as a Chicago police officer to become a doctor. Whether the doctor has any connections to characters in Chicago P.D. is as yet unknown.

Hager plays Dr. Stevie Hammer, a brilliant and scrappy emergency room attending physician.

NBC's One Chicago Wednesday lineup, anchored by Chicago Med at 8 PM, returns Sep. 22. The franchise is produced by Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television, part of Universal Studio Group.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 316 with J-Dog Jerry Flanagan.
New TV series, Operation Hidden Treasures follows enterprising U.S. Military Veterans and their families whose mission is to salvage and repurpose otherwise unused items and turn them in to 'treasures' for people in need. The series premieres on Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. Eastern on Discovery Channel.

Operation Hidden Treasures features a nation-wide effort by hard-working military veterans from J-Dog Junk Removal and Hauling, America's largest veteran-owned franchise system, who utilize their unique service skills to change lives by recovering and repurposing 'junk' donated by ordinary citizens into valuable treasures for families and veterans in need.

JDog Junk Removal & Hauling is a franchised operation wholly owned and operated by Veterans and their families. Giving back to people in need is part of Military tradition. In every episode, we witness JDog's quest to recycle or repurpose as much as 80% of the objects that their teams pick up from each job - with unexpected items embarking on a new journey to benefit a family or veteran in need.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 315 with Sharri Markson the author of What Really Happened in Wuhan?
The origins of Covid-19 are shrouded in mystery. Scientists and government officials insisted, for a year and a half, that the virus had a natural origin, ridiculing anyone who dared contradict this view. Tech giants swept the internet, censoring and silencing debate in the most extreme fashion. Yet it is undeniable that a secretive facility in Wuhan was immersed in genetically manipulating bat-coronaviruses in perilous experiments. And as soon as the news of an outbreak in Wuhan leaked, the Chinese military took control and gagged all laboratory insiders.

Part-thriller, part-expose, What Really Happened in Wuhan is a ground-breaking investigation from leading journalist Sharri Markson into the origins of Covid-19, the cover-ups, the conspiracies and the classified research. It features never-before-seen primary documents exposing China's concealment of the virus, fresh interviews with whistleblower doctors in Wuhan and crucial eyewitness accounts that dismantle what we thought we knew about when the outbreak hit.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 314 with Leah Remini from People Puzzler on GSN.
Based on the iconic crossword puzzles in People Magazine, PEOPLE PUZZLER is a crossword game show that combines pop culture and fun facts. Three players go head-to-head trying to solve pieces of a crossword, answering pop culture-themed clues for a chance to win $10,000.

This season features special episodes with members of Leah's family and some Dancing with the Stars cast playing as contestants! Impossible not to play along! Viewers at home will have a blast solving the puzzles with the contestants.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 313 with Kelli Finglass and Lexi Smith from The Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders: Making The Team.
CMT’s longest-running series Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team returns for its 16th season on Friday, September 17, as 52 hopefuls begin training and competing for a highly-coveted spot on the most iconic professional cheerleading team in America. After last year’s unprecedented virtual audition process the rookies and vets are back with new hope and new determination

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 312 with actor Robert Davi from the movie I Love Us.
The fourth directorial project from Danny A. Abeckaser (First We Take Brooklyn (2018), Mob Town (2019), and Blackjack: The Jackie Ryan Story (2020), under his 2B Films production company. I Love Us captures the story of "Sammy Silver," a classic anti-hero criminal with heart who is unexpectedly faced with events that change the trajectory of his life. Sammy must walk the fine line between his crooked real family and creating a better future for his chosen family. The film further expands Abeckaser's range into the romantic feature realm through this heartfelt story while still integrating his passion for mobster crime dramas. Written by Kosta Kondilopoulos and produced by Kyle Stefanski, Mike Hermosa, Jeff Hoffman, and Abeckaser. The film is executive produced by Ron Rofe, Isaac Gindi, Eddie Gindi, Gustavo Nascimento, and Katie Cassidy.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 311 with Peyton and Caleb from That Girl Lay Lay on Nickelodeon.
That Girl Lay Lay follows Lay Lay, an avatar from a phone app, and Sadie, a girl who is struggling to make her mark in school and in need of a best friend to talk to. After Sadie wishes upon a star that her hype-girl avatar Lay Lay was real, she magically comes to life, and the two friends learn that when they are together, they can accomplish anything. That Girl Lay Lay also stars Peyton Perrine III as Sadie’s brother, Marky; Tiffany Daniels as Sadie’s mom, Trish; Thomas Hobson as Sadie’s dad, Bryce; and Caleb Brown as Lay Lay and Sadie’s classmate, Jeremy.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 310 with comedians Tim Counts, Mel Ratliff and Sunnie Goodwin.
Tim Counts and Mel Ratliff have been improvising together since 2014. They have been players in several short and mid-form groups here in the Charlotte region, playing to sold out crowds for several years.

With their undeniable chemistry on stage, the pair decided to bring their two-person, made up on the spot, show to the world in 2020. Well...we all know how that went. Therefore, we are very excited to be launching in 2021 at the Comedy Zone!

Inspired by improv legends in Chicago, each show incorporates 2-3 mini plays created real-time, based on audience suggestions, with whatever pops into their collective head, along with some short form improv games for good measure.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 309 with Carlos Watson!
The 42nd Annual News & Documentary Emmy® Awards honor programming content from more than 2200 submissions that originally premiered in calendar-year 2020, judged by a pool of over 800 peer professionals from across the television and streaming/digital media News & Documentary industry.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 308 with Trina from Love And Hip Hop Miami.
The powerhouse franchise, LOVE & HIP HOP: MIAMI, returns to the musical melting pot that’s emerged as the epicenter of global culture. The new season finds its larger-than-life cast of iconic series veterans and heavy-hitting newcomers seizing the moment to represent, reinvent and push the industry envelope. At a time when the stakes have never been higher, and in a city where the competition has never been fiercer, Miami meets the moment.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 307 with David A Arnold From That Girl Lay Lay on Nickelodeon.
That Girl Lay Lay stars 14-year-old hip hop sensation Alaya “That Girl Lay Lay” High (the youngest female rapper to sign a deal with Empire Records) as Lay Lay, an avatar from a personal affirmation app that magically comes to life. After she’s wished into existence by Sadie (Gabrielle Nevaeh Green), a lonely girl struggling to make her mark in school, the two become best friends and soon learn that when they’re together, they can accomplish anything.

Speak with David A. Arnold about the brand new comedy series That Girl Lay Lay on Nickelodeon and hear the latest news on his comedy career!

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 306 with actor and film director David Henrie from This Is The Year.
David Henrie, who directed and stars in the new coming-of-age film "This Is the Year," spoke to Insider about how "Wizards of Waverly Place" costar Selena Gomez contributed to the movie as an executive producer.
"It's been incredible working with her because what the show did was really bond Selena and I like brother and sister and so over the years," Henrie told us.

Henrie and Gomez portrayed on-screen siblings Justin and Alex Russo on "WoWP," which lasted for four seasons on Disney Channel. Even though it's been years since the hit show concluded, Henrie told Insider that they've "kept in super close touch and continued our friendship."

"We've gotten to see each other mature in our own paths, in our own lanes, in our own ways - which has only strengthened our friendship," the 31-year-old actor said.

BOLD Entertainment's "This Is the Year" marks Henrie's directorial debut. The movie centers on high school senior Josh (played by Lorenzo Henrie, David's real-life younger brother), who embarks on a road trip with his friends to see lovelytheband perform at a music festival, all in the hopes of impressing a popular girl named Zoey (Alyssa Jirrels).
Henrie said that one of their "main goals" was to give Zoey a proper character arc with "depth" and "genuine talent."
"[Selena] really loved that Zoey was one that dealt with a talent that she needed to learn to embrace herself but also find someone who would support that talent," Henrie said.

He added: "We kind of wanted to do both with her character, show that being in a relationship with someone who isn't trying to empower you is not a good thing. And also, learn to not be embarrassed by her own talent."
Making the movie was like a mini 'Wizards of Waverly Place' reunion with 'constant laughter' and 'constant joy'. Coincidentally, lovelytheband guitarist Jordan Greenwald, who shares a mutual friend with Henrie, is the son of "WoWP" creator Todd J. Greenwald. In addition to Henrie and Gomez working on the project, Gregg Sulkin, who stared as Mason Greyback on "WoWP," portrayed Zoey's self-centered boyfriend, hilariously named Kale (short for Kaleb). "WoWP" alum Jeff Garlin, who portrayed Uncle Kelbo, starred as Josh's teacher in the movie.

"We loved 'Wizards' because we got to make people smile, and getting to be a part of a film, which has the same goal, just made all of us so happy," Henrie told us. "It was constant laughter, constant jokes, constant throwback memories, nostalgia."

Henrie added that even filming promotional items for "This Is the Year" with Gomez was surreal.
"She was just going, 'David, do you believe we're here right now? Are we on Disney? Are we back in 2009 or is it 2020? What's going on?'" Henrie recalled. "We were constantly joking about that and literally at some point, we were like, 'Oh I miss this!'"

Henrie was 'proud' to see how assertive Gomez was as an executive producer "I was so proud to see her, as an adult, take charge and have great ideas on what we could do to make this event we're doing a success," Henrie told us, referring to the film's digital premiere.

Henrie said that Gomez's public support of the film has "been incredible" and described their collaborative process as "organic" and "non-pressured."

"It's been truly great to see how much she supports the message of this film and wanting to make people feel good right now," the actor told us. "That was the whole point of this film, was to give people a good feeling and I really do believe that this film appeals to all people and is non-controversial as well."

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 305 with Kevin Martin from Candlebox.
Seattle-based, multi-platinum rock band Candlebox releases its brand new album Wolves, available on all major streaming platforms, CD, and vinyl. This is Candlebox's seventh studio album and the follow-up to 2016’s Disappearing in Airports. Wolves was produced by Dean Dichoso at the legendary Henson Studios in Los Angeles, California.
Stream Wolves here: https://orcd.co/wolves
Wolves is a modern rock album that’s rife with brutal lyrical honesty and songs that run the gamut from dirty rock stompers to timeless, radio-ready pop-rock tunes. Vocalist Kevin Martin says, "These are songs that I love that the band loved. We didn't stop ourselves from recording anything if we dug it; we allowed each song to dictate to us what it needed musically, instrumentally." With this creative freedom, Wolves has a fresh modernity in terms of sound. The album features the singles "All Down Hill from Here," "Let Me Down Easy," and "My Weakness."

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 304 with Cody and Brandi Rhodes From Rhodes To The Top on TNT.
“Rhodes to the Top” will go inside the lives of Cody and Brandi Rhodes as they navigate their growing family while helping to build AEW’s global wrestling empire. Each episode will take viewers behind-the-scenes as the powerhouse couple manage their ever-busier lives inside and outside the ring, all the while surrounded by a colorful and often hilarious motley crew of wrestlers, family and friends who both support and test them at every turn. Married in 2013, Cody and Brandi have been on an unprecedented path to wrestling greatness – but will now face their newest and possibly biggest challenge yet – becoming parents.

Cody started his wrestling career at age 12 and during his time as amateur wrestler, he won the Georgia State Tournament twice (2003/2004). His mother is of Cuban descent and his father is iconic pro-wrestling legend, Dusty Rhodes, who is a WWE Hall of Famer. Both Cody and Dusty won NWA World Heavyweight Championship titles making them the first father/son to win the title. Cody helped launch AEW where he stars as a top wrestler and serves as Executive Vice President for the organization. He was the inaugural title holder of the AEW TNT Championship in 2020.

Brandi Rhodes is one of the few AEW talents to hold an executive role in the company serving as Chief Brand Officer and is the first African American woman to hold an executive position in a major North American wrestling promotion. Before making her way into wrestling, Brandi worked as a TV news reporter and anchor, but broke into entertainment by modeling in national brand campaigns. Prior to that, she figure skated competitively for 17 years.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 303 with Dr Ebonie from My Feet Are Killing Me On TLC
Are your feet killing you? Take a load off and watch new episodes of TLC’s hit series, My Feet Are Killing Me. If you’re a fan of Dr. Pimple Popper, you might also enjoy speaking with Dr. Ebonie Vincent. She’s a podiatrist and star of the series. She and her partners treat exceptional foot maladies, including a condition so rare that only eight people in the world have ever been diagnosed with it. In these new episodes, the doctors perform transformational work on patients with everything from literal horns to bark-like growths on their feet. The doctors will use their expertise and compassion to help their patients put their best foot forward to reclaim their lives.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 302 with Kim Fields from All The Queens Men on BET+
Now available exclusively on BET+ is the compelling new drama All the Queen’s Men from Tyler Perry Studios. Set inside the thrilling world of male exotic dancing in Atlanta and based on the popular book Ladies Night, All the Queen’s Men follows “Marilyn ‘Madam’ DeVille” played by Eva Marcille. Madam is a fierce businesswoman who is at the top of her game in the nightclub industry and is surrounded by a band of trusted employees who will make sure that she is successful. But Madam soon discovers that more money and more power mean more problems. Will Madam retain reign as she navigates this dangerous and sexy society? Will the sensuous world of exotic dancing cost Madam her queendom and potentially her life?

The first four episodes of All the Queen’s Men were directed by Kim Fields who also serves as the series consulting producer. Kim Fields is a veteran actress having starred in two long-running series, Living Single on Fox and NBC’s Facts of Life. Both shows remain in worldwide syndication, consistently reinforcing her place as a global, pop culture icon.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 301 with the author of The Inner Work Of Racial Justice Rhonda MaGee.
In these fraught and divisive times, our instincts often compel us to fight or flight. However, law professor and mindfulness teacher RHONDA MAGEE offers a different way to address racism in THE INNER WORK OF RACIAL JUSTICE: Healing Ourselves and Transforming Our Communities Through Mindfulness (TarcherPerigee; Trade Paperback; Publication Date: September 14, 2021).

THE INNER WORK OF RACIAL JUSTICE demonstrates how the real work of racial justice starts with ourselves. Through the practice of mindfulness – becoming more aware of our thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations and assessing them in a nonjudgmental way – we can develop emotional resilience and the ability to combat unconscious biases. Self-awareness creates space for more thoughtful, less reactive interactions with people who have different perspectives and opinions. Through mindfulness and self-compassion, victims of injustice also develop the tools needed to work toward healing from the ongoing effects of systemic oppression. THE INNER WORK OF RACIAL JUSTICE helps readers to:

•Develop ColorInsight, an approach developed by Magee that combines mindfulness and compassion practices to engage with diverse groups of people.
•Work with strong emotions in real time.
•Develop the will and skills to connect despite racism.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 300 with Bill Kurtis From Cold Case Files.
A&E Network's iconic and acclaimed original true crime classic series "Cold Case Files®" returns this summer exploring shocking stories of cold cases. "Cold Case Files" premieres Friday, August 20 at 9pm ET/PT followed by "American Justice" at 10pm ET/PT.
There are over 100,000 cold cases in America, and only about 1% are ever solved. With recent advancements in technology and the methods used to solve these cases, as well as the unwavering dedication of victims' families, law enforcement and the public, "Cold Case Files" explores the cases the defied the odds. Narrated by the original host and producer of "Cold Case Files," celebrated veteran journalist and newsman Bill Kurtis, each one-hour episode of the Emmy-nominated series examines the twists and turns of one murder case that remained unsolved for years, and the critical element that heated it up, leading to the evidence that finally solved it. Featuring interviews with family members, friends, detectives, and others close to the cases, the refreshed classic series examines all facets of the crime and shines a light on a range of voices and victims.

Diving even deeper, "Cold Case Files: The Podcast," hosted by Brooke Gittings ("Convicted" and "Actual Innocence"), has returned for an all-new season to take listeners through the investigative process of some of the most difficult-to-solve murders featured on past seasons of "Cold Case Files." Visit aetv.com to listen and subscribe. New episodes drop every Tuesday (Apple, Stitcher, Spotify).

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 299 with Damon DiMarco author of Tower Stories.
Damon DiMarco's Tower Stories: An Oral History of 9/11 (20th Anniversary Commemorative Edition), eternally preserves a monumental tragedy in American history through the voices of the people who were in New York City on that fateful day. At the same time, the individuals featured in the book speak to the myriad ways by which Americans rose to meet the challenges presented by 9/11, and celebrates the many heroes that are found within its pages.
In the tradition of Studs Terkel, DiMarco's literary time capsule includes a wide variety of viewpoints, including: The small group of people who miraculously made it safely down from the 89th floor of Tower 1, the New York Times reporter who desperately fought her way through the fleeing crowds to get back into Lower Manhattan, the paramedic who set up a triage area 200 yards from the base of the Towers before they collapsed, and the bereaved citizens of New York City who struggled to get on with their lives in the days and months following the tragic event, among dozens of others.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 298 with Zainep Mahmoud, Senior Director for Capital One Business. The latest findings and key takeaways from Capital One Business’ survey of small business owners. Zainep will discuss how business owners are feeling as the country continues to reopen, their outlook for the future, and the issues that are top of mind for them as they prepare for the holiday season.
Zainep also speaks about whether business owners feel they should take a stance on social justice issues and how Black business owners are feeling confident about their business’ future as they emerge from the pandemic.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 297 with Dometi Pongo from MTV’s True Life Crime.
Dometi Pongo {pronounced dō-muh-TEE} is the host of the hit MTV series True Life Crime and multiple MTV News video franchises including its flagship digital program, “Need to Know,” which provides award-winning analysis of trending news stories.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 296 with Karen Gravano and Karina Seabrook from Families Of The Mafia on MTV.
Filmed through the lens of a true-crime docuseries, MTV’s gripping Families of the Mafia delves into the lives of five notorious mafia-tied families as they continue to navigate away from the underlying life of organized crime that still haunts them to this day. Returning on July 15, this season introduces two new families, the Nayfelds and the Cutolos, who are on a mission to find their meaning and purpose after life in the mafia underworld.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 295 with television, movie and voiceover actor Robert Bathurst.

You’re a coward. Time and again, as the New Year approaches, that charge is leveled against Armand Gamache. It starts innocently enough. While the residents of the Québec village of Three Pines take advantage of the deep snow to ski and toboggan, the Chief Inspector finds his holiday with his family interrupted by a simple request. He’s asked to provide security for a visiting Professor of Statistics at the nearby university. While he is perplexed until Gamache starts looking into Professor Abigail Robinson and discovers an agenda so repulsive he begs the university to cancel the lecture.

They refuse, citing academic freedom, and accuse Gamache of censorship and intellectual cowardice. Before long, Professor Robinson’s views start seeping into conversations. Spreading and infecting. When a murder is committed it falls to Armand Gamache, to investigate the crime as well as this extraordinary popular delusion.

Once again Louise Perry has placed her character Inspector Ganache in a moral quandary. This timely novel will delight fans of the Canadian mystery novelist with 17 bestselling books.

Narrated by noted actor, Robert Bathurst, best known in the U.S. for his role as Sir Anthony Strallan in Downton Abbey, the THE MADNESS OF CROWDS Audiobook, features Bathurst’s beautifully nuanced performance. Winner of the 2020 Audie Award (audiobooks awards) for Best Male Narrator, Bathurst has been lending his inimitable style to seven Louise Penny novels in the Inspector Gamache Series.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 294 with actor Keith David from the movie Good

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 293 with Ahmet Zappa from Rock My Collection on AXS TV.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 292 with W Earl Brown from the movie American Sausage Standoff.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 291 with Bill Farmer and Harvey Guillen, animation voiceover actors for Disney.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 290 with General Wesley K Clark and his son from the Amazon Prime documentary Hot Money.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 289 with Rock n Roll Hall Of Famer Andy Summers from The Police.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 288 with legendary Blues artist John Primer!

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 287 with professional wrestler Paul Wight from All Elite Wrestling.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 286 with boxing legend and movie director Ray Boom Boom Mancini from the film 6:45.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 285 with Kendall and Vera Whelpton from the paranormal thriller The Sleepless Unrest.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 284 with Wes Scantlin from Puddle Of Mudd.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 283 with daredevil Eddie Braun and movie director Kurt Mattila from Stuntman.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 282 with Rafe Spall and Esther Smith from Trying on Apple TV+.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 281 with Dee Wallace Stone from The Nest.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 280 with author Kerry Lonsdale whose latest book is No More Words.

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Episode 279 Shawn Hatosy from Animal Kingdom now in its 5th season.

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Episode 278 with Chelsea Andersson from NBC’s Making It.

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Episode 277 with Jason Scheff lead vocalist and bass player of the fourth most successful band in music history Chicago

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Episode 276 with Karen and Deon Derrico from TLC’s Doubling Down with the Derrico’s.

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Episode 275 with voice actor Jeff Bergman the voice of Bugs Bunny in Space Jam 2 and Yogi Bear in Jellystone on HBO Max.

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Episode 273 with film director Nic Davis creator of Enormous The Gorge Story.

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Episode 272 with Dr Nicole LaBeach from Put A Ring On It.

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Episode 271 with actor Ted Lange from the new movie Blood Pageant.

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Episode 270 with Dr Mohamad Bydon from The Mayo Clinic

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Episode 269 with Mike Levine from Triumph

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Episode 268 with Kiely Williams and Pamela Long from The Encore on BET

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 267 with actor Coleman Domingo from the movie Zola

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 266 with Eve Plumb and Kylie Sonique from Dragging The Classics The Brady Bunch on Paramount+

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Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 265 with Nurse Mohammad Khansa and Nurse Jessica Montanaro from The Surge at Mount Sinai.
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 264 with lifestyle guru Kelly Rizzo

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Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 263 with Lana Parrilla from Why Women Kill
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 262 with Rob Barnett the author of Next Job Best Job
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 261 with Phil Manzanera From Roxy Music
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 260 with Dr M Sanjayan from Life At The Waterhole.
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 259 with Kareem Abdul Jabbar
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

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Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 258 with Daniel Gil from American Ninja
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 257 with Dianna writer and performer behind the song Calm Down Karen
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 256 with Geoff Downes from the group ASIA
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 255 with singer songwriter Danny McGaw.
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 254 with Stuart Townsend from the movie Grace and Grit.
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 253 with David Broyles talking about the super human.
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Episode 252 with Rock n Roll Hall Of Famer John Lodge from The Moody Blues.
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Episode 251 with film director Kevin MacDonald.
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Episode 250 with Nev Shulman and Kammie Crawford from MTV’s Catfish.
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Episode 249 with Saba Homayoon from Chad on TBS
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Episode 248 with the night sky guy Andrew Fazekas
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Episode 247 with Matt Kunitz creator of Wipe Out on MTV
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Episode 246 with Dr. Adam Zwig
Billboard magazine call him a musician, music fan and doctor, music truly is therapy for Adam Zwig. With a Ph.D. in psychology, Zwig joins the ranks of Renaissance men like Brian May of Queen and Bad Religion’s Greg Graffin.”

Here is a link to the full feature on Dr. Zwig - https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/6785940/adam-zwig-live-at-wiltern-theatre-exclusive-premiere.

"For me, music and therapy are the same thing. They both bring out what's hiding in the shadows. They get you in touch with your joy, your sadness, or whatever it is you need to feel. There's something lurking just below the surface in all of us - something unsaid, unfelt, unknown, and music and therapy loosen the grip on these obscure emotions. I see therapy as music, and music as therapy."
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Episode 245 with Cam Anthony winner of season 20 on NBC’s The Voice
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Episode 244 Vaughan Bagley, Senior Manager of Social Impact
for the MTV Entertainment Group
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Episode 243 with Michael Brewer from Brewer and Shipley creators of One Toke Over The Line.
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Episode 242 with Darren G Davis from Tidal Wave Productions.

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Episode 241 with Simone Davies author of The Montessori Baby
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Episode 240 with Pinky from The D.O.O.D.
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Episode 239 with Greg Harris President of the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame
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Episode 238 with Alicia Dennis. People Magazine Senior Editor
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Episode 237 with Dianne Grossman from the film Mallory.
Dianne is a business owner, mentor, and esteemed guest speaker. She uses her life to share her daughter Mallory's story and the devastating effects that bullying may have on today's youth. Her philosophy is "it's not what happens to you, it's what you do after that matters."
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Episode 236 with Dr. Stephanie ZaZa whose new book is Reaching Beyond the Pandemic.
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Episode 235 with actor Michael Pare from the movie Hollow Point
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Episode 234 with Dr Kapil Parkh
“Paging Dr. Google.” We've all been there. Late at night, staring into the glow of a phone trying to make sense of some health-related issue that we know nothing about. In Searching for Health, Dr. Kapil brings to life knowledge he gained from working at Google and practicing medicine. Helping readers avoid common pitfalls, get the information they need, and partner effectively with their health team to figure out a path to good health together.

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Episode 233 with Ptosha Storey and Javon Johnson
The Oval is executive produced, written and directed by Tyler Perry. The one-hour drama lifts the veil of what can happen when the leader of the free world, his wife and family are crazed maniacs. The series also highlights the personal side and everyday lives of the staff who run the inner workings of the nation’s most iconic residence.

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Episode 232 with Dana Monique from NBC’s The Voice
She was born into a musically gifted family and grew up singing in church. Her mother ran the ministry of music and her father performed in a jazz band. Dana had her first church solo at 12. By 15 she was touring as a background singer. She continued to work as a background singer for most of her career while she raised her children, but always knew she was destined for more. She later took a job as a headliner on a cruise ship where she got a taste of stardom.

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Episode 231 with Queen Meg, Queen Nana and Wonder Meg from Justice Con taking place virtually on YouTube.
After the success of the inaugural Justice Con in July 2020, Justice Con is back! The perfect fit for all fans around the world. Zack Snyder the main guest and focuses on his two movies

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Episode 230 with Amy Morin
Her new book is titled 13 Things Strong Kids Do. She’s a licensed clinical social worker and frequent TV contributor -- provides the tools tweens need to overcome life’s toughest challenges, including living through the stresses of returning to the classroom and navigating a changed, post-pandemic world.

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Episode 229 with Dr Randall Bell.
His new book is titled Post Traumatic Thriving
Trauma has a way of showing up when we least expect it, and society sends many signals telling us that it's admirable to put on a brave face and soldier on. But our grief is normal - even healthy, says this world-renowned expert on disasters and trauma.

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Episode 228 with Ceaser Emanuel from Black Ink Crew New York
A new normal is settling in on the new season. It highlights the crew emerging from isolation and adapting to the changes as they work to elevate themselves, their community and strive to be better than ever before at their new flagship shop in Brooklyn.

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Episode 227 with Paget Brewster from Birdgirl on Adult Swim
It’s a half-hour animated comedy series inspired by Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law. The series is Executive Produced by Erik Richter and Christina Miller. It also stars Tony Hale, Rob Delaney, Lorelai Ramirez, Kether Donahue, and Sonia Denis.
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Episode 226 with Dr Tia Kim
Parents need to have the Hot Chocolate Talk

Child Sexual Abuse Prevention During the COVID-19 Pandemic Can Be Even More Challenging.
Many parents know it’s important to talk with their children but aren’t sure what to say or when to say it.

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Episode 225 with Comedian Josh Johnson
The must see show to watch is Hall of Flame: Top 100 Roast Moments. It’s a countdown of Comedy Central Roasts’ “best burns” culminating in the hottest moment in franchise history.
Hosted by legendary roaster and comedian Nikki Glaser. The brand new, weeklong event features comedians, actors, commentators and pop culture historians reviewing the most scorching barbs given to past iconic roastees.
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Episode 224 with Dr. Jennifer Ashton from Good Morning America…
In her essential new book, THE NEW NORMAL: A Roadmap to Resilience in the Pandemic Era, Dr. Ashton shares her knowledgeable and trusted advice with readers about getting through the pandemic. The book is built on a simple foundation: the way to thrive in this evolving world and "new normal" is by accepting the new normal for what it is-not what we want it to be-and by understanding that the virus isn't going anywhere overnight. No longer is wellness a buzzword, but an imperative for surviving this unprecedented time. Using her trademark practical, easy-to-follow advice, in her new book Dr. Ashton gives you all the necessary information to reclaim control of your life and live safely-from exercise, to diet, to general health.
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Episode 223 with Tony Orlando…
Six decades of music and entertainment. A series of new projects, including the release of "Timeless: The Big Hits" plus his own radio show on the station that was the very first to play his debut single, New York's 77 WABC.
The album "Timeless: The Big Hits" features re-recorded versions of his million-selling songs as well as the bonus track, "America Is My Hometown."
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Episode 222 with Me! Just over a year ago we started these episodes. The goal has always been to document the journey. To reach around the world to share a conversation with some of the most creative minds on the planet. To learn more about they not only faced the challenges of Covid 19 but this deep into the game how they are locating victory.
Episode 222 I Got The Shot.
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Episode 221 Joy Bauer the TODAY Show’s lifestyle, health, and nutrition expert, and host of the new Amazon Live weekly show, Health, Happiness, Joy, where she expands on her expertise in recipes, answers viewer questions, and offers the latest kitchen hacks.
A nationwide Barclays survey found that half of Americans age 50 or older say isolation from friends and family has been more challenging than concerns over their own health.
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Episode 220 with Shelby from MTV’s 16 and Pregnant
It first premiered in 2009 – providing an intimate look at teenage moms who must navigate their pregnancies and discover how to be a parent, all while juggling the unknown. This season, five girls with complicated and sometimes untraditional family relationships, discover just how much a baby can turn their world upside down.
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Episode 219 with Dr. Steven Phillips and singer/songwriter Dana Parish.
It’s predicted that about 10% of those once infected with Covid-19 could face serious and persistent symptoms. They’re called Covid-19 “long haulers.” And their stories resemble many with autoimmune problems…a hidden pandemic in itself which affects more than 50 million Americans.

In the book CHRONIC: The Hidden Cause of the Autoimmune Pandemic and How to Get Healthy Again - Yale-trained doctor STEVEN PHILLIPS, MD, and his former patient, Sony/ATV Music singer-songwriter DANA PARISH reveal striking evidence that a broad range of common infections, including COVID-19, cause a variety of autoimmune, psychiatric, and neurologic conditions.
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Episode 218 with Joshua Bitton from the movie The Tangle
It’s a stylish, hard sci-fi feature film set in a near future connecting everyone to everything via hard drives in the brain. A group of government agents try to protect humanity from within hidden technology safe rooms, rooms the Tangle can’t reach.
A murder mystery with the dark, hard-boiled style of a BLADE RUNNER, the rich interweaving of stories of a 12 MONKEYS, and the fully imagined technological future of a MINORITY REPORT. Written and Directed by Christopher Soren Kelly
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Episode 217 with Kimiko Glenn And Luke Youngblood from Baby Shark’s Big Show
Nickelodeon’s brand-new preschool series is making a splash. Preschoolers can join the pop culture phenomenon for jaw-some underwater escapades. The series follows Baby Shark and his best friend William as they journey on fun-filled comedic adventures in their community of Carnivore Cove, make new friends and sing original catchy tunes.
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Episode 216 with Don Miggs from The WholeDamn Mess.
It’s the union of lifelong musicians and friends with a mind-blowing collective pedigree. Don founded and led MIGGS to international popularity and Lawrence has been the long-time guitar player for The Mighty Mighty BossTones, while C. Todd and Greg have written for numerous films and television shows. Plus they all write and produce for upcoming and established artists
But when they come together, proverbial sparks fly.
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Episode 215 with Melissa L Williams and Matt Cedeno
Written, Directed and Executive Produced by Tyler Perry, Ruthless is a spinoff of his hit series The Oval. Last season, the series left fans with the ultimate cliff-hanger when members of the cult were put to the test when vital information was revealed. In season two the story picks up right where we left off when the cult members begin to discover the horrors of life hidden behind the gates of the troubled compound, prompting a few of them to risk their lives to escape the clutches of The Highest.
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Episode 214 with Jenna Elfman…
It’s hard to believe but we’ve been doing this podcast for a year. Four days after the entire planet shut down I took one giant step outside to help light up the creative paths of those trapped inside. Never once did I think Play It Forward would reach any more than 35 to 40 episodes.
Well here we are! Number 214 and still growing. This time around we’re hanging out with Jenna Elfman from Dharma and Greg. The one thing we’ve done a lot of since going into lockdown is binge watch. Hulu has now added this amazing sitcom to their list. Five seasons with a burning need for them to bring it back.
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Episode 213 with Duffy King from the super band Alan Hewitt And One Nation
The band’s second album entitled “2021” is coming this summer. On it is the song “We’re One Nation”. The song and music video make a timely, inspiring and dynamic statement: United we stand, Divided we fall.
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Episode 212 with LeUyen Pham
Something strange happened on an unremarkable day just before the season changed/ Everybody who was outside . . .. . . went inside
She’s a Writer-Illustrator, creating a moving picture book celebrating essential workers and the community coming together to face the challenges of the global COVID-19 pandemic. OUTSIDE INSIDE offers a bittersweet look at this difficult period, serving as a testimony both to loss experienced and moments of unexpected good.
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Episode 211 with Dr Raymond Douglas
Since the Outbreak of COVID-19 required mask usage along with hours on Zoom, a greater focus has been put on the eyes.

Millions are suffering from a dysfunction of the muscle in the eye’s lower lid position and it’s changed their appearance. There’s been no viable non-surgical correction option on the market - Until Now.
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Episode 210 with Kerry Melcher from Opendoor.
All of us know that COVID-19 has impacted nearly every aspect of our lives. Buying or selling a home is no exception.
A new survey from Opendoor revealed a number of interesting findings across all age groups regarding changing attitudes toward buying & selling a home during the pandemic.
Even the most desired amenities have shifted, with home offices, home gyms and outdoor entertaining spaces becoming more important. More than one-third said that the Covid vaccine would impact their moving timeline, and 75% of respondents said they would buy a home with digital tools.
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Episode 209 with John Oates from the greatest music duo in history Hall and Oates
John and Aimee have joined forces with FeedingAmerica.org and Drive Entertainment Group to create and produce: "OATES SONG FEST 7908" An all-star collection of like-minded artists who’ve answered the call to participate in a virtual streaming broadcast on March 20, 2021.
The show will be streamed free of charge on multiple internet platforms including a donation component for viewers to support FeedingAmerica.org
Featured will be Bob Weir, Daryl Hall, Dave Grohl, Sammy Hagar,Jim James, Keb Mo, Shawn Colvin, Michael Franti, Big Kenny, Sheila E and more.
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Episode 208 with journalist Omid Scobie
It's been just over a year since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle first announced they were going to step back from their royal duties. Since then, they've lived a quiet life in the United States with their 1-year-old son, Archie.
Now, they're gearing up to talk about that decision-plus what life out of the public eye has been like in the year since. Omid Scobie, co-author of Finding Freedom, is talking about the Oprah special with Harry and Meghan.
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Episode 207 with singer songwriter Izzy Spring.
An LA native, born and raised in a musically eclectic family. She found herself inspired by rock anthems, pop ballads, and orchestral works.
She threw herself into lyricism and songwriting, hoping to convey a deeper truth and a shared experience in the form of songs she would likely deem as “spicy”.
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Episode 206 with George Chakiris from West Side Story and more…
He writes, "I still marvel at how, unbeknownst to me at the time, the joyful path of my life was paved one night in 1949 when Jerome Robbins sat Leonard Bernstein and Arthur Laurents down in his apartment and announced, 'I have an idea.'"
The Academy Award & Golden Globe winner is best known internationally for his role of Bernardo in West Side Story. In November of 2012, Chakiris received what many refer to as the highest honor in Hollywood - His hand & footprints were placed in cement for all history in connection with the 50th anniversary of the classic film West Side Story which premiered at Grauman's over 50 years ago.
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Episode 205 with Bonnie Tyler
Her new album is called The Best Is Yet to Come. Unbelievable in the way of being full of the epic, iconic power pop/rock sound she’s known for.
She recently commented about the music saying, "I’ve been anxious to sing this for the past 10 long and scary months. I realize some of you have suffered from the virus and loss of family and friends and my heart aches for you. Music can lighten our load and is always my personal retreat. I hope these new songs will lift your spirits.”
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Episode 204 with Dylan Lane from Chain Reaction on GSN
The game show that premiered in 2006. He also hosted the “National Vocabulary Championship,” the first-ever nation-wide vocabulary competition for high school students. Lane served as a VJ and host on Fuse TV’s “The F-List” and “Daily Download.”
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Episode 203 with Miranda Glory from NBC’s Songland
Her experience in songwriting came from emulating her two older sisters when they began writing music. She wrote a break-up song at 15 and coped with her emotions by writing. She comes from an artistic background growing up in New York where she attended the Professional Performing Arts School. She also attended Berklee College of Music and graduated in 2016 with a degree in songwriting. She has written songs for various artists, including DJ R3HAB.
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Episode 202 with doctors Ben and Erin Schroeder from Heartland Docs.
They treat animals near and far with an outpouring of love for their community and each other.
The doctors do everything from treating, to healing and support animal clients of all kinds. Such as taking care of a horse with a catastrophic leg injury, a bald eagle on the brink of heat stroke, a pup with a mysterious shedding issue and a calf with a broken leg in need of a creative splint. The dedication required for each of these cases proves, once again, that the only thing more massive than these vets is their hearts.
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Episode 201 with Joseph Soul from Season 19 on NBC’s The Voice
He was born with music in his blood and grew up on the islands of Hawaii.
Joseph’s grandfather was a respected musician and inspired him to learn to play instruments. At 10, Joe got involved in DJ'ing and by 13 was getting booked to DJ for local events. As he got older, he started winning competitions and later traveled the world as DJ Audissey with residencies in Las Vegas and Los Angeles.
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Episode 200 with Julia Cooper from Season 19 on NBC’s The Voice
She grew up in a quiet suburb of Ohio and spent her childhood involved in musical theater. After high school, she decided to pursue acting and joined an arts conservatory. Unfortunately, she was unhappy and realized she didn't enjoy acting without singing.
Julia later enrolled at Middle Tennessee State University for commercial songwriting and was able to focus on music again.
Away from it all before the Covid 19 pandemic she worked four jobs to pay for school and support herself, and often started work at 5 a.m. to keep her nights free for gigs.
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Episode 199 with Arjun, Beatrice and Dominic from Are You Afraid Of The Dark on Nickelodeon.
Riveting stories of horror for young audiences. The new season is Curse of the Shadows. It follows an all-new Midnight Society group of kids who learn of the terrifying curse cast over their small seaside town, and are haunted by a mysterious creature known as the Shadowman. This season, the new Midnight Society members must use their wits to destroy an evil curse that threatens their lives.
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Episode 198 with singer songwriter JonPaul Wallace
Completely connected to his fans and followers via Instagram, JonPaul hasn’t allow himself to shut down because of a pandemic. He’s locked in on making sound. Having the time and space has open the gates for exploration. Especially when it comes to the thought of doing it acoustically.
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Episode 197 with Dan Debenham from Relative Race.
This original family history-based competition reality show follows four dynamic duo teams as they race across the U.S. in search of long lost relatives, armed with only paper maps, a rental car and a flip phone – no google!
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Episode 196 with Joshua Ward from Xael.
The Sci-Fi metal band has released their new album Bloodtide Rising. In regards to its mission, the band says, "In Xael, we are trying to not only create some brutal and primal metal but cultivate the fusion of storytelling and epic adventures. We are building a multiverse with diverse planets and odd-powerful creatures with the goal of taking listeners on a journey.
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Episode 195 with Ben Rekhi director of Reunited States.
The documentary follows everyday heroes on the courageous journey of bridging our divides; including Susan Bro, the mother of Heather Heyer who has become an outspoken anti-racism advocate; Erin and David Leaverton, a Republican couple from Texas who travelled to all 50 states in an attempt to understand the underpinnings of our divisions.
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Episode 194 with Brendon Knox From Ice Airport Alaska on Smithsonian.
One of the most tense and dramatic shows on TV. Ice Airport chronicles the real-life adventures of the crew at Ted Stevens International Airport in Anchorage, one of the biggest transportation hubs on the planet. Day after day, the crew is at conflict with Mother Nature, facing the worst weather conditions of any airport in the world
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Episode 193 with David and Tamela Mann
In his final stage run as Madea, Tyler Perry pulls together some of his audience’s favorite characters -- Madea, Mr. Brown, Cora and Aunt Bam -- for a family gathering that results in two hours of big laughs and pure joy.
As always, Perry’s blend of incredible music, tender moments and uproarious laughter make Madea’s Farewell Play great food for the soul.
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Episode 192 with Alexandra Shiva and Hannah lucas
The MTV Documentary Film “Each and Every Day”, showcases the experiences of young people and the urgency of talking about mental health and getting help.
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Episode 191 with Travis Mills from MTV’s Ghosted Love Gone Missing…
Internet sleuthing to the ultimate. Helping obsessed individuals track down their ghosts, confront them virtually, and finally get closure.
With the world at a standstill, people are stuck in their homes with no ability to interact with friends or family, no outlet to date or form new intimate relationships, and for those who’ve been ghosted, an overwhelming amount of time to reflect on their love gone missing.
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Episode 190 with singer/songwriter Scoot Pitman…
The one thing you can’t do is keep a creative mind locked down. No matter how hard a musician’s life has been hit over the past 52 weeks, the creative process continues to generate energy between the lyrics.
Scoot has located ample space to explore. To sit in his own studio to bring to light and life better rhythms and beats that might not have been touched if the world hadn’t stopped. A new album. Ten songs. The first to be released is Love Can’t Hide. We talk about it while diving into the unperfected journeys of those who’ve been called to be the musician.
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Episode 189 with Don McLean…
This is more than a 50th anniversary celebration of a song. It’s a conversation about the reason and importance of the song and how it continues to live in forward motion. One on one with Don takes the notes trapped inside an album sleeve and paints a brilliant picture of one of the most gifted singer songwriters and how in the months and years ahead the entire entertainment industry will deliver so many stories not yet spoken.
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Episode 188 with Chloe Hogan from NBC’s The Voice Season 19
Her musical journey started after receiving a piano for Christmas. She taught herself to play it by ear and began singing soon after.
Chloe enrolled in a magnet high school for chorus, and later started writing her own songs. She now lives in Nashville and attends Belmont University where she’s studying music business.
Plus she’s also teaching Black Music in America to kids online as a way to give back and empower a new generation of musicians.
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Episode 187 with Moriah Formica of Plush
PLUSH is an all-female rock band with a mission––to bring an all-girl rock band back to the forefront of the music industry. PLUSH is composed of four talented musicians, all under the age of 21, whose accomplishments and talent eclipse their age. This female rock force is fronted by singer/guitarist Moriah Formica, drummer Brooke Colucci, lead guitarist Bella Perron and bassist Ashley Suppa.
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Episode 186 with Yung Joc
The Rapper is Featured in the Relationship-Themed Special Love & Hip Hop: It’s a Love Thing
And the New Limited SeriesVH1 Family Reunion: Love & Hip Hop Edition.
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Episode 185 with Todd Whitener
BLISSKRIEG is the culmination of many stars aligning. Each with their stories to tell, Todd Whitener, Donald Carpenter, Matt Taul and Jesse Vest have the musical pedigree of several successful rock bands in their DNA including Tantric, Days of the New, Submersed and Eye Empire. The birth of this musical creation never would have taken place had it not been for the world as we know it being turned upside down in 2020. You need the downs to have the ups, and for them, this brotherhood has been the great redeemer.
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Episode 184 with Ebony Obsidian and DeVale Ellis from Tyler Perry’s Sistas on BET
The one-hour drama follows a group of single black females as they navigate their “complicated love life,” careers and friendship through the ups-and-downs of living in a modern world of social media and unrealistic relationship goals.
Tyler Perry takes viewers on an exhilarating ride of emotions and gut-busting predicaments that tests the ladies’ long-standing friendship. This band of women, intertwined with their newfound relationships, must navigate this new-age dating scene as they continue to search for love in their 30’s.
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Episode 183 with Rick and Marty Lagina from The Curse of Oak Island on Discovery.
As the world remains gripped by the dangers of Covid-19, the latest season sees the Lagina brothers more determined to solve one of the greatest treasure mysteries in American history.
There’s new metal detecting equipment and technologies that reveal potential tunnels below the surface, Rick and Marty alongside their team have made some of the most impressive discoveries yet!
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Episode 182 with Larissa Bills
“On Pointe” is a six-part docu-series that captures a season in the School of American Ballet in New York City.
The series follows the lives of the students ages 8 to 18 pursuing their dreams to become ballet dancers. While older students from all over the country rigorously train for professional careers, younger students from New York City are put through their paces as they rehearse and perform.
The original series was produced by Ron Howard and Brian Grazer’s Imagine Documentaries and directed by Larissa Bills.
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Episode 181 with Vanessa Bell Calloway
She’s a stage, screen and television actress who’s earned eight NAACP Image Award nominations. Picked up the "NAACP Theater Award for Best Actress" for her critically acclaimed role as Zora Neale Hurston in "Letters From Zora".
Vanessa’s latest adventure is Nate Parker's AMERICAN SKIN, in select theaters, drive-ins, and on demand.
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Episode 180
Greg Aiello grew up in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California, near Yosemite National Park. At an early age, he went to work in television as a writer and producer for local affiliates.

After winning three Emmy Awards, Greg decided to nurture his deepest passion –his love for the outdoors. He left television to become a professional mountain guide, specializing in long duration backpacking trips, mountaineering and new trip development for outfitters like REI.

Greg is best known for his roles as the host of ABC’s “Motion" and PBS's “Outside with Greg Aiello.”
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Episode 179 with Tiffany New York Pollard
Catching up with a Reality TV Queen. The Television Personality and Actress that has passionately Search for Love on VH1. Breaking down the biggest heartbreaks, and diving into how the cast members’ lives have evolved through the years.
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Episode 178 with Giorgia Vanni
The past eleven months have proved to be fertile grounds for singer songwriters around the world. For Giorgia, it’s given her the chance to study the art of music. To dig deeper into the greats that inspired her. Then to open the door to a catalog of music now baring her name.
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Episode 176 with Mike Rowe
He’s taken on some of the dirtiest jobs on the planet. Now he’s putting in that same hard work ethic – along with some elbow grease – to prove once and for all that everything in the world is connected. The series is called SIX DEGREES WITH MIKE ROWE, streaming on Discovery+.
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Episode 176 with John Kim
Dating during the pandemic has proven to be nearly impossible, as many unhappily single people can attest. But if we now have all this time to ourselves, why shouldn’t we use it for ourselves - whether we are single, married or in a partnership?

Bestselling author and life coach, John Kim, addresses this question. John - also known The Angry Therapist.

“Single” doesn’t have to mean sad and lonely, and it doesn’t even have to mean that you don’t have a partner! Singledom is honoring yourself and your needs.

In his new book - Single On Purpose - John takes his signature, “self-help in a shot glass” approach and shows readers how to own their actions, break their patterns, and find a grounded sense of self. This is self-care like you haven’t seen it before.
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Episode 175 with Joe Morton and Kenny Lehman
The song Wake Up America was penned out two years ago and yet over the past 52 weeks it’s become a huge reflection of who we are and who we aren’t anymore. What are we truly seeing during these days of waking up?
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Episode 174 with Sean Casey

Sean’s got some history. A radio broadcaster until 2008. Known for his successful shows and program director duties at various #1 radio stations in Philadelphia, New York City & Boston. Sean’s voice and image have also appeared on numerous local & national commercials.

During his broadcast adventures, Sean extended his talent to recording artist, songwriter, arranger-producer, with releases on Decca, RCA, United Artists, Columbia, EMI & others.
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Episode 173 with Mic Box
British hard rock legends Uriah Heep are one of the “big four” rock bands, along with Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple and Black Sabbath, and certainly one of the most intriguing bands both musically and lyrically, to emerge from heavy rock.

Guess what? They’ve released a huge box set that celebrates the bands journey.
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Episode 172 with Elaine Culotti
In the first season of Discovery’s hit series Undercover Billionaire, self-made businessman Glenn Stearns was stripped of his wealth, name and contacts and dropped off in a small town with just $100 to see if he could build a million-dollar company in just 90 days. In the new season, three new tycoons (including two women) will attempt the challenge and try to prove the American Dream is still alive, even during a time when Covid-19 has forced many small businesses to close.
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Episode 171 with Film Director David Charles Rodrigues and Chorus’ Artistic Director Tim Seelig.
Audience Award Winner at the Tribeca Film Festival, Gay Chorus Deep South, Brings Hope, Acceptance and Love to the Small Screen.

The critically-acclaimed film from MTV Documenatary Films tells the story of the San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus as they embark on a tour of the American Deep South in response to a wave of discriminatory anti-LGBTQ laws and the divisive 2016 election.
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Episode 170 with Mr Skin Jim McBride
2020 is gone. But not the moving pictures that made their way into movies and television shows. In a very tasteful way Mr. Skin celebrates the New Year with the Top 10 Celebrity Nude Scenes from the year the world would like to forget.
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Episode 169 with singer/songwriter Walter Finley
A modern day troubadour that refuses to let the pandemic keep his creative spirits hidden away. You’re gonna love his story. His journey through music and his connection to the Great Inland Ocean.
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Episode 168 with Gabrielle Navaeh Green and Lex Lumpkin.
The NFL Wild Card Game on Nickelodeon will feature one-of-a-kind kid-focused content and Nick-themed elements. This includes a special halftime presentation, guest reporters and original on-field graphics, virtual filters and more. The NFL Wild Card Game on Nickelodeon will air alongside CBS Sports’ broadcast of the game on The CBS Television Network and streaming on CBS All Access.
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Episode 167 with Rob Belushi From GSN’s Get A Clue
An accomplished actor, working in film, theater and television. The native Chicagoan began his career in the improv and theater scene at the famed Second City and Steppenwolf Theater. Best known for his role as Linus the bartender on "How I Met Your Mother.”
He returns to GSN for season 2 of Get A Clue. A fast-paced, high energy clue game in which two teams compete to see who can successfully guess the most answer words before time runs out.
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Episode 165 with Kamie Crawford
During these ongoing days of social distancing Catfishing still taking place. Executive Producer and host Nev Schulman and co-host Kamie Crawford team up remotely to unwrap some of the biggest Catfish surprises to date. While staying 100% safe.
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Episode 164 with Bill Nychay from Sons On Fire
San Diego Rockers Sons On Fire drop their debut EP in the center of a pandemic. Faded features four heavy, powerful tracks that let listeners know what the group is all about.
Drummer Bill Nychay says,“This record took over a year to make. With so many diverse influences, we think we have recorded a perfect blend of everything we love in music. We’ve all been in other bands and have always wanted to play or record with each other. This record is that reality.”

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Episode 163 with Leah Messer
A new season of MTV’s “Teen Mom 2” has made its way to the flat screen. This time it’s a little different. Briana, Chelsea, Jade, Kailyn and Leah are living in the same world we are. Families trapped in a world overtaken by a global pandemic.
The tension has reached its peak. Will this difficult year ruin the progress the women have made or will the moms avoid the damage and push forward to their exciting next chapter?
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Episode 162 with Larry Studnicky from High Plains Drifters
The genre-bending indie band has pushed themselves beyond the Covid lockdown and released the upbeat holiday single “Santa! Bring My Girlfriend Back!”

Produced by Greg Cohen (Robin Thicke, Nile Rodgers), the track tells the story of a distraught man who seeks solace in drink after having his girlfriend stolen by Santa Claus.

Inspired by a boozy and drama-filled Christmas dinner, the track features an array of instrumentation marrying traditional and contemporary sounds. After waking up the next morning and trying to remember the prior night’s holiday debacle, Larry was inspired to put pen to paper and craft the holiday tune after the melodies kept ringing in his head like a hangover.
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Episode 161 with Ahmet Zappa
With unfettered access to the Zappa family trust and all archival footage, the new documentary ZAPPA explores the private life behind the mammoth musical career that never shied away from the political turbulence of its time.
Alex Winter’s assembly features appearances by Frank’s widow Gail Zappa and several of Frank’s musical collaborators including Mike Keneally, Ian Underwood, Steve Vai, Bunk Gardner, David Harrington, Ruth Underwood, Ray White and others.
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Episode 160 with Nicholas Friedman From Funimation
Over the last two decades, Americans’ have truly loved the Japanese cartoons known as Anime. Some of the biggest attractions have been the Anime series Pokemon and Sailor Moon and anime films such as Ghost in the Shell and Akira.
The annual Anime Expo, held at the Los Angeles Convention Center attracted less than 2,000 fans in its first year in 1992. In recent years, well over one hundred thousand passionate fans filled the convention center.
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Episode 158 with Cat and Nat
The comedic moms have teamed up with Bansho, the free learning mobile app that serves entertaining, bite-sized video lessons created by educators for kids pre-K to 4th-grade.
Cat & Nat quickly become the app’s strongest advocates.
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Episode 157 with Eddie Kramer
Experience Hendrix L.L.C. in partnership with Legacy Recordings, a division of Sony Music Entertainment, have released the documentary Music, Money, Madness . . . Jimi Hendrix In Maui as well as the accompanying album Live In Maui. The film chronicles the Jimi’s to Maui and how they became ensnared with the ill-fated Rainbow Bridge movie produced by their controversial manager Michael Jeffery.
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Episode 156 with Matt Iseman
The frontline. We hear so much about the hardworking deeply dedicated street warriors. But how are they living it?
Matt left his steady and solid job as a physician in Denver to become a stand-up comic in Los Angeles. Today he hosts Live Rescue - the series that follows EMTs, paramedics and firefighters across the country as they put their lives on the line responding to emergency rescue calls.
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Episode 155 with Alex Winter
With unfettered access to the Frank Zappa family trust and all archival footage, the new documentary ZAPPA explores the private life behind the mammoth musical career that never shied away from the political turbulence of its time.
Alex’s assembly of moving pictures and stories features Frank's widow Gail and several of his musical collaborators: Mike Keneally, Ian Underwood, Steve Vai and more.
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Episode 154 with Steve Lukather from Toto.
Who is set to launch their Dogz of Oz tour with a November 21st pay-per-view stream, but also plan a traditional tour for the summer of 2021.

Steve Lukather and Joseph Williams are also releasing solo albums. They include several collaboration. Back in August, Luke released "Run to Me" featuring Williams alongside Ringo Starr and future bandmate John Pierce.

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Episode 153 with Jen Lancaster.
Her new book is titled Welcome to the United States of Anxiety
She’s no stranger to this monster. Jen has been diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and still has nightmares about her waitressing job from college—and she realizes that the world around her is just as stressed out as she is.

This new book is Lancaster’s meditation on the state of the world and why it routinely feels like the end of days. To be fair, there are a lot of things to be on edge about: a global pandemic, climate change, the glamorous but fake lifestyles promoted on social media, political uncertainty and how medical science keeps discovering new things that can kill us.
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Episode 152 with Paige Howard
She’s and A.I. named Matilda in Nickelodeon’s new space adventure series The Astronauts from executive producers Ron Howard and Brian Grazer. In the series, the spacecraft Odyssey II is set to retrieve a foreign object that could potentially save mankind. The plan goes awry when five kids use their parents’ security clearances to sneak onto the empty ship and the onboard AI system triggers the launch sequence. In space, the kids must assume their new role as astronauts and brave harrowing tasks, as their parents rush to find a way to control the situation.
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Episode 151 with Mitch Perry
“It’s a tongue in cheek look at how, when Cupid shows up, we don’t always act in our own best interest,” says Perry, writer, producer and guitarist for MPG.

Mitch Perry is world renowned for his guitar playing and a long and prolific career performing alongside legends like Michael Schenker, Edgar Winter, Lita Ford, Cher and Sweet

In 2017 Mitch began rounding up some of his favorite musicians. “My original idea was to create a jam band for fun. It wasn’t long before it evolved into something more serious, and this album is the ultimate result of all that work. ‘Saint Valentine’ was originally going to be our first single but the Covid lockdown gave us reason to rethink that idea.
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Episode 150 with Tracie Paige Johnson co-creator of Blues Clues
Nickelodeon is celebrating families with the first-ever Blue’s Clues & You! “Blue Friday” prosocial initiative by partnering with the national nonprofit organization Baby2Baby.
The goal is to help provide essentials to families in need this holiday season.
In honor of “Blue Friday” Nickelodeon will make a donation to Baby2Baby to support their mission of helping kids and families. Baby2Baby provides children living in poverty, ages 0-12 years, with diapers, clothing and all the basic necessities.
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Episode 149 with Dr Craig Ziering
Nearly 35 million people globally have been diagnosed with COVID-19. Twenty three million have recovered. Hundreds of Thousands are experiencing hair loss. Balding is a major risk factor for severe COVID-19.

Recent studies show COVID-19 hair loss rates in the 15 lingering effects of the virus, and 26% of people with Coronavirus symptoms for any period of time have reported hair loss. That means hundreds of thousands of people monthly will experience new cycles of hair loss. Some ten million people are expected to be affected.
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Episode 148 with Brandon Cook from Loyal Order
The band hatched as a studio project several years ago in Portland, when Jeff Buehner was approached to write a theme song for a regional outdoor hunting reality show. He reached out to guitarist Brandon Cook for a heavy riff, and the result was a song called Off the Grid. It aired regionally in the Pacific NW for two seasons.
The Loyal Order’s debut show was with Puddle of Mudd to a sellout crowd at Portland's Bossa Nova Ballroom. Buehner and Cook have been featured in magazines such as Sleazerock, The Decibel Report, Metal Talk, The Hard Heavy and Hair Show, Bionic Buzz and others.
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Episode 147 with author James Whittaker
The new book:" ANDREW CARNEGIE’S MENTAL DYNAMITE" outlines the importance of 3 essential principles in order to succeed: 1) self-discipline, 2) learning from defeat, and 3) the Golden Rule.
These 3 particular principles are based on an age old conversation between billionaire Andrew Carnegie and Napolean Hill. Hill encompassed all he learned in the classic "Think and Grow Rich" - one of the bestselling books of all time and was even turned into a the multimillion-dollar film.
While that book was published in 1937, the messages and tips are still very relevant and valid today!!
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Episode 146 with Ainsley Arment
In 2014 Ainsley founded Wild and Free on Instagram. It’s developed an very active online community of parents focused on providing a quality education at home: https://www.bewildandfree.org/.

A mother of 5 and homeschooler for the past 11 years, Ainsley says that while most parents feel unprepared and overwhelmed by the idea of homeschooling their children, it can be done! And it can be a rewarding experience for children and parents alike!

Ainsley says the fears, worries, and anxieties are real - especially for those suddenly thrust into education at home - -but the pandemic has provided an opportunity to step boldly into an opportunity many have never considered before, and offers tips
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Episode 145 with Comedian Steve Byrne
We’re pretty used to seeing him live in a comedy club or moving around smoothly through television shows. Steve Byrne’s newest adventure not only put him behind the power of storytelling as a writer but behind the lens of a camera. The new film is The Opening Act.
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Episode 144 with Jason Chapin
During these long days of quarantine binge watching television has become the new normal. And the creative minds of music, movies, television and music show up every day with unheard amounts of brilliant entertainment.
One of them is Jason Chapin. After all these years and chapters of listening and growing with his father’s music, Jason has brought forward the documentary When In Doubt Do Something.
Here’s what RollingStone magazine says about it "Harry Chapin was one of the greatest storytellers of all time. He wanted to change the world. And he did.”
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Episode 143 with Dr. Jonathan Graff-Radford from the Mayo Clinic
Covid. Everyday doctors learn more about the before and after. Here’s one that few are talking about. Not unless you’re a deeply dedicated care worker. Studies have recently showed the impact the Coronavirus is having on those suffering from Dementia and Alzheimer’s?
Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia — a continuous decline in thinking, behavioral and social skills that disrupts a person's ability to function independently. More than 5 million Americans have Alzheimer's disease. As the population ages, the Alzheimer's Association projects this number to rise to nearly 14 million by 2050.
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Episode 142 Wayne Nelson from Little River Band
They’ve released a brand new song "The Lost and The Lonely" just prior to Veteran's Day. An incredible piece of music that honors the men and women across the military. Its available on all major streaming platforms.
The Lost and The Lonely illustrates the depth and emotions of that initial choice to join the military. It was recorded with the Craig Turley Rock Symphony and is the first track to be released from Little River Band's forthcoming album, "Black Tie."
"'The Lost and The Lonely' spells out the conversation between a young person with his parents as he or she explains why they've chosen to put on a uniform, hoping to make a difference for the lost and lonely of the world.
The song is not an endorsement of war. It's meant to praise those who put their lives on the line for freedom."
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Episode 141 with Chris Golden From Virus Hunters
It’s not easy to think about what could be next when the world is gripped by this ongoing COVID-19 crisis. Those on the front lines of science know the worst could be still to come.
What can we do to head off the next contagion? Around the world, researchers are racing to prevent disaster, and their efforts represent the most critical scientific mission of a generation.
With deadly new viruses on the rise and happening more frequently in recent years, National Geographic and ABC News’ Lincoln Square Productions present Virus Hunters. The documentary reveals the raw and chilling stories of heroic experts searching to identify the chain of events that could cause the next global pandemic.
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Episode 140 with Dr. Jeff Young from Rocky Mountain Vet
People love this guy. Denver's most passionate veterinarian has returned to a new season.
During this COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Jeff has seen more emergency cases come in and is working with his team around the clock to keep the doors open. Every animal must be treated no matter what the cost.
He admits that he’s still not seen it all – with the clinic’s continuous flow of mysterious pet ailments, severe injuries and accidents, every day brings a fresh and exciting challenge.
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Episode 139 with Jeff Plate from Trans-Siberian Orchestra
When you are the biggest holiday attraction on the planet what do you do during pandemic to keep the spirit of Christmas alive?
TSO has announced a Special Livestream Event. Friday, December 18th. It’ll feature TSO performing an ALL NEW staging of “Christmas Eve and Other Stories" In addition to the FULL PRODUCTION concert, fans can view special pre-show content including behind-the-scenes footage and classic interview segments. You can gain access to the livestream at Trans-Siberian.com.
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Episode 138 With Rick Ness From Gold Rush
When the global pandemic shut down the world in March 2020, markets crashed causing the U.S. economy to get rocked. However, with economic uncertainty comes great opportunity for those who can seize upon the moment.
Goldfields across North America. An opportunity of a lifetime. Gold prices spiked to record highs and the price of fuel bottomed out. During this new season of Discovery’s #1 Show, Gold Rush, seasoned gold miners are joined by greenhorn miners eager to forge their own destinies and gamble like never before in pursuit of the greatest pay day of their lives.
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Episode 137 with MTV’s Maxwell Zorick
When Americans vote early, they ensure that last-minute problems – from long lines and safety concerns to a bad commute or busy work schedule. Somethings always getting in the way of people casting their ballot.
However, many are unaware of their various options for voting early. MTV helped launch the first Vote Early Day, along with a coalition of more than 2,500 organizations and businesses. They joined together to spread the word and helped Americans make a plans to cast their ballots.
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Episode 136 with Tommy DeCarlo from the band DeCarlo
He waited til forty three to jump in front of a larger than life crowd of Classic Rock fans as the singer for the legendary Boston. But would you call that Tommy’s greatest moment in life? Creating a band with his son is.
DeCarlo has played their game exactly the way legends of music cut their teeth. Long nights on the road then crafting the performance at bars, unheard of festivals and car shows. They’ve never stopped except to give Tommy some time off to jump back on tour with Boston.
The drive and passion to continuously lock their souls in presentation mode caught the attention of Frontier records. Building the band means building the business. Writing the original songs then mastering the tracks. Then it happened. The Covid-19 shutdown. Believe it or not for DeCarlo there’s been a positive.
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Episode 135 with Pat Boone…
"When we think of 2020, this is the song we’ll remember,” says entertainment legend Pat Boone, who’s sold more than 45 million records, had 38 top 40 singles on Billboard’s charts.

A supporter of law enforcement and civil rights for decades, Boone has released a new song, “Can’t We Get Along,” that captures the moment we are living, asking all people, races and religions, to unite under one cause. So far, the civil rights-inspired music video’s been seen by over five million people and has received worldwide acclaim.

Sung by Wendy Moten, her heart clearly belongs to Nashville. Living and immersing in Music City for the past 23 years, the multi-talented vocalist has toured with Faith Hill & Tim McGraw, Martina McBride, Julio Iglesias and since 2016 has been on the road with the legendary Vince Gill.

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Episode 134 with Brian Deer…
Controversy over vaccines is erupting around the globe. Public confidence wanes. Infectious diseases return. And a strident anti-vax movement has surfaced to oppose the immunization of children. From San Francisco to Toronto to Tokyo, fear is spreading. But why?

In The Doctor Who Fooled the World, award-winning investigative reporter Brian Deer exposes the bitter truth behind the alarm. He unmasks the perpetrators and tracks the facts: where the crisis began; who is responsible; how they pulled it off; who paid.

At the heart of this dark narrative is the rise of the so-called father of the anti-vaccine movement: a British-born doctor, Andrew Wakefield. Banned from medicine, thanks to Deer’s discoveries, he fled to the United States to pursue his ambitions, and now claims to be winning a war.

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Episode 133 with Professional Wrestler Nyla Rose
Since its launch, AEW has featured a dynamic set of world-class male and female wrestlers who have injected new life into the business with their extraordinary athleticism and larger-than-life personalities.
Its growing roster includes some of the industry’s biggest stars such as Cody Rhodes, Kenny Omega, The Young Bucks, Chris Jericho and Jon Moxley.
Nyla Rose is a proud Native American who possesses a unique blend of speed, agility, power and destruction. She’s truly established herself as a powerhouse within AEW.
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Episode 132 with Joey Sykes
For nearly eight months we’ve put a lot of thought and energy into getting our kids back in school. Math, English, Geography and Reading are all important in class tools. Then I came across Joey Sykes most recent project to help raise funds for music in schools. It had totally slipped my mind. The kids haven’t been getting their music direction!!!
Joey Sykes, guitarist for THE BABYS, has brought together a group of leading musicians to keep music education in schools.
They’ve created a new instrumental version of “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” benefitting two leading music education nonprofits - Little Kids Rock and Save The Music - to support public school music programs currently at risk of being eliminated.
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Episode 131 with Zach Bair
For many years, Zach Bair has been the face and force of music technology. His creations have been DiscLive, a pioneering move for fans of music to experience instant live. These days he’s rolling out technology to help ensure songwriters are getting compensated for music played in public spaces.

Zach is a musician as well. After many years of living life behind the business scenes he’s just releases a new single, Ordinary Girl. A solid piece of sound that was brought together during these Covid shutdown days.
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Episode 130 with Corey from Pablo Cruise
Just like every other band in the world, Pablo Cruise was forced to either cancel or postpone their tour. Yep, the COVID-19 pandemic. Right away Corey and company made the decision to do something the downtime. It was the perfect time to finally write something new.
You know Pablo Cruise A Place In The Sun, Whatcha Gonna Do? and Love Will Find a Way.
Now they’ve got a new one titled Breathe. Not only is the video an avenue of love, peace and togetherness but the song’s lyrics perfectly in tune with what everybody’s talking about. Therapists to the Dali Lama invite everyone to just breathe…
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Episode 129 with Comedian Rich Little
The legendary master mimic. More than 200 voices. The most famous impressionist in the world. Until March of 2020 he was touring throughout the United States and Canada and hosting shows in Vegas.
Covid 19 changed that. Which is why he’s elected to host his first virtual club act, "Rich Little ... Virtually Speaking.
Thursday, October 15th 5:30 Pacific 8:30 Eastern
WHERE: Direct from a non-disclosed, socially distanced location in Las Vegas
TICKETS: $15 and can be found at stageit.com
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Episode 128 with Tomos Roberts
We all need hope. Humans have an extraordinary capacity to battle through adversity, but only if they have something to cling onto: a belief or hope that, one day, things will be better. This is the notion behind The Great Realization, a heartfelt poem that Tomos wrote for his younger brother and sister in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Just a few weeks after launching a YouTube channel, Tomos posted a video of his poem, which quickly became an online sensation, receiving nearly 7 million views on YouTube.
Now, The Great Realization is a beautifully illustrated children’s book reminding young readers that a better tomorrow lies ahead. As children head back to an uncertain school year this fall,
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Episode 127 with Angus McFadyen
He first portrayed the embattled King of Scotland in 1995’s Oscar award Winning Braveheart.
He has reprised that Role in the Historical drama Robert the Bruce
Born in Glasgow, Scotland, Angus Macfadyen attended the prestigious Central School of Speech and Drama in London. He easily found work on stage and screen, quickly gaining international acclaim for his tour-de-force performance as ‘Robert The Bruce’.”
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Episode 126 with Dr. Jasmine Williams…
As much as I believe it should be promoted every day, we should all
know that October is National Bullying Prevention Month and
Global Diversity Awareness Month. Now more than ever,
our world could use some empathy and understanding.
Committee for Children has launched its third annual
Captain Compassion® campaign to teach kids how to use their
bystander power to put a stop to bullying.

After this summer’s protests over racial discrimination and police brutality, many families and educators are seeking resources to help teach kids the value of diverse, equitable, and inclusive communities. According to the United States Department of Education, although Black students make up 15% of student enrollment nationwide, 35% of Black students report being bullied or harassed on the basis of their race, more than any other racial group.

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Episode 125 with Madelyn Deutch.
Writer, director, musician, actor, and film photographer from Los Angeles. Beginning in music, she attended Los Angeles County High School for the Arts as a vocalist and received a BFA at The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music on scholarship. She then turned much of her focus to filmmaking - acting in films like 50-1 and her new one TEENAGE BADASS. Plus Madelyn made a mark in the mini-series Texas Rising and Cinemax's Outcast.
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Episode 124 with Rocker Damon Johnson…
Damon Johnson has been a triple threat…guitarist, singer, songwriter…since his early days fronting Brother Cane and scoring three #1 singles at rock radio in the 1990s.
With that band, he honed his craft with relentless touring with Van Halen, Aerosmith and Robert Plant. He’s co-written songs for Stevie Nicks, Carlos Santana, Steven Tyler, and Sammy Hagar.
Plus let’s not forget about his stint with John Waite and Alice Copper.
Big career. Active life. Extremely creative. Which he’s put to work during these Covid days. Although he and band had laid down three songs before the shutdown, the last seven months have been about keeping in touch with fans and followers with new songs and streaming live performances. He’s not letting a pandemic get in the way of making music and history.
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Episode 123 with journalist Adrian Wooldridge:
Americans have died from Covid at 4 times the rate that Germans have and 50 times the rate for the Japanese or South Koreans. The disease has killed at least 20,000 New Yorkers and 6,000 Londoners—but fewer than approximately 100 people combined in the equally huge Asian cities of Seoul, Singapore, Taipei and Hong Kong. The official numbers for Mainland China are even better.
Covid has been a test that some countries passed triumphantly--and others, notably America and Britain, failed. The crisis has not only highlighted the failures of Western leadership; it has also shown how far Asia has sprung forward.
Some say that Covid may mark the end of the American era and the beginning of a new world.
So what went wrong? And can the West—and the United States—do anything to fix things?
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Episode 122:
During an unprecedented time when the world truly must come together as one, Sonia Manzano, “Sesame Street’s” beloved character Maria, offers readers warmth and wit in a timely picture book that looks across cultures and generations to celebrate what unites us, wherever we come from.
Found within this unique title, Manzano’s lyrical touch combined with stunning photography of people from dozens of countries around the world — including Thailand, Egypt, France, the U.S. and countless more — explores how all of our lives are enriched by our geographic and cultural diversity. Kids will see how people around the world look, dress and spend their day, and learn that what we enjoy and value — friends, family, food, play — may sometimes look different, but deep down is the same wherever you go.
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Episode 121:
Adrian Crutchfield, a celebrated jazz saxophonist, is adding ‘host’ to his ever-growing resume. The international touring star has been named emcee to Live From The Playroom, the award-winning live stream production from The Queen City’s oldest music production facility, The Playroom Recording Studio.
Known for his neo-soul sound and alchemy-level talents, Crutchfield performed on icon Prince’s last three albums. In addition to working with Prince’s backing band, the New Power Generation, Crutchfield’s robust touring schedule in recent years has included performances with Lionel Ritchie, Bette Midler and Cee Lo Green. His 2017 album Leap cemented Crutchfield’s footprints into a searing, genre-bending sound.
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Episode 120:
Nik Wallenda, face of "The Great Wallendas" has just released his "Facing Fear: Step Out in Faith and Rise Above What's Holding You Back."
With his daring televised tightrope walks over Times Square, Niagara Falls, the Grand Canyon, and most recently over an active volcano. Nik is known for pushing the envelope and identifying new, iconic locations around the globe to conquer. He takes stepping out in faith to a whole new level and shares the lessons he's learned along the way.
"Facing Fear" is a practical guide to overcoming fears that unpacks the life of the seventh-generation member of The Great Wallendas who had never experienced fear until a tragic accident in 2017. That’s when an eight-person pyramid he and several members of Wallenda's family were practicing collapsed, and five of its members fell thirty feet to the ground. Miraculously, they all survived, but the accident changed Wallenda's life forever. For the first time, he felt fear, and he had to learn to get past it to get back out on the wire.
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Episode 119:
Hollywood Physique Expert, Eric the Trainer has been using the safer at home orders to live his best life. His latest endeavor stems from his love for music and he’s called upon some of his most talented celebrity friends and clients to make his rock star dreams come true.
The band’s name is Maine Monster. A super band filled with members of HALL & OATES, NICKELBACK, AIR SUPPLY, JOURNEY. Their first release is a love song titled “I’m Yours” all of the proceeds from this first single go to the nonprofit organization Feeding America.
According to Eric, “In lockdown, my creativity flourished and I woodshedded a batch of songs that reflected the times. Realizing that most major tours were postponed until next year, I called my pals and invited them to join me in the studio. It’s been a once-in-a-lifetime experience to hear the songs come to life.
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Episode 118:
Sesame Street for Military Families Helps Parents Navigate Military Children’s Health Care Changes During Relocation. as COVID-19 creates unique challenges
Sesame Street for Military FamiliesTransitions in Health Care provides essential tips for non-military families as well.
When parents have productive relationships with the pediatricians, dentists, and other health care providers who treat their children, it benefits families and providers alike. For military families, frequent moves add another layer to developing those connections.
Maintaining consistent medical care; moving across state or country lines may complicate matters even further.
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Episode 117:
During the hot steamy days that were once July 2020, Round Hill Records reissued 11 solo Rik Emmet recordings in the digital format. Which is an extremely important part of music history moving forward.

After five decades in the biz, Rik Emmett has earned the adjectives ‘prolific’ and ‘eclectic’. Following over a dozen platinum albums with his band Triumph. He’s produced 20 more as a non-platinum indie, ranging from rock and blues to jazz, folk & classical

Rik's latest release is the singer-songwriter acoustic project, Folk Songs for the Farewell Bonfire. Retired from touring, he has just completed a manuscript of poetry – working title, Reinvention. He works in his home studio The Rockit Lab, capturing new singer-songwriter-guitarist material. He also blogs regularly on his website's member forum, interacting with his fans and answering posts.
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Episode 116:
Throughout her career, author Sally Cole-Misch has advocated for progressive environmental conservation and policy, urging people to recognize the value of nature in their lives in order to protect it. This passion and appreciation for the natural world comes through in her immersive debut novel The Best Part of Us.
Yes, we share an incredible conversation about the book but we also go deep into the connections we need to be having with nature. The very thing that could help millions of people nationwide sits only feet or inches from their nearest tough. Being one with nature is a great mental and physical healer during these Covid 19 days and nights.
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Episode 115:
Legendary Alternative Rocker’s Candlebox have released a brand new song “Let Me Down Easy” It’s the first glimpse of new material since their 2016 release Disappearing in Airports.

According to lead singer Kevin Martin the new song is a reflection of the everyday world. He says, “We’re all sinners. Ain’t a saint amongst us, and you can only hope that when your time comes it’s not a struggle, that maybe you might be lucky enough to be forgiven.”

The track was written by Peter Cornell (brother of the late Soundgarden and Audioslave singer/songwriter Chris Cornell)

The music will be featured on Candlebox’s recently completed new full-length (and currently untitled) album. “The band’s priority right now is the health and safety of family, friends and fans.
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Episode 114:
Andy Bernstein is a very busy man over at HeadCount. It’s a non-partisan, non-profit organization that promotes participation in democracy through music, culture, and digital media.
Andy and company have been at this since 2004. They’ve registered over 650,000 voters and worked with a long list of musicians and partners including Ariana Grande, Billy Eilish, Camila Cabello, Dave Matthews Band, JAY-Z, Beyonce and more.
With 40,000 volunteers, street teams in most major U.S. cities, and a physical presence at more than 1,000 events each year, HeadCount ranks as one of the most active grassroots civic participation organizations in the United States.
And yes COVID-19 enforced change with new restrictions, the organization quickly pivoted to an all-digital approach that led to innovation and online initiatives to fill the needs of the public in using their voices in democracy. For more information, visit HeadCount.org
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Episode 113:
In 1989, Dr. Yusef Salaam was just fifteen years old when he was tried and convicted in the “Central Park Jogger Case” along with four other Black and Latino boys. The Central Park Five, as they were known, spent between seven to thirteen years behind bars, until the true killer confessed and their sentences were overturned in 2002. At that point, they renamed themselves “the Exonerated Five

Recently he teamed up with Ibi Zoboi to create the young adult book “Punching the Air . It reflects not only Yusef’s story, but the stories of millions of young boys and girls of color who face the injustice of mass incarceration and the criminal justice system. Books have the power to change the way we think and transform societies.
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Episode 112:
Anyone traveling upon this planet over the past 7 months has endured more changes than a two week old baby. Physically we’re exhausted. Mentally our minds continuously fight to keep our head above common sense.
The impact of Covid-19 and everything else in the headlines has ripped our habits from beneath our feet. Having to deal with the pressures of trying to get back to work, paying for food, keeping the roof over our head and struggling to stay in love with our families has put millions of side stepping Americans in a place of mental issues.
The first step toward creating a new age of harmony is being truthful with yourself and those inside your circle of love. I was shocked to learn that the one sacred place on the planet for building and rebuilding, the almighty church isn’t keeping up with what is and isn’t seen now as being faith filled and is there enough for spiritual recovery?
So what’s next? Where can we go?
Countless Hollywood A-listers, CEOs and titans of industry have learned how to connect to their subconscious to get what they truly want out of life with the help of Master Hypnotherapist, Kimberly Friedmutter

Her book is SUBCONSCIOUS POWER: Use Your Inner Mind to Create the Life You’ve Always Wanted. She teaches us how to harness our subconscious and use our intuition to achieve our highest goals and deepest desires. Drawing on her rigorous training in hypnosis and neurolinguistic programming as well as her own incredible life.
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Episode 111:
As heavy as the moment felt when word came that all things including entertainment had to shut down, the stage lights are slowly coming back on. Singer/songwriters/producers and musicians have forged forward with newer ways to mix match and harmonize without busting down the walls of protection put up by decisions makers.
One of them is the group In Theory which features longtime guitar legend Mike Mostert and Rock Star vocalist Tony Covino.
Their first release bares the title Heroes. Although it clearly features the unique collaboration of a robust guitar, an appearance from the powerful Hammond B3 Organ and anthemic vocals – the song’s lyrics play a huge role in the roll out of this well-crafted chunk of time growing forward. A reminder to us all that there’s more than a pandemic trapping us in our homes.
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Episode 110:
We’ve said it a thousand times, “Nobody in their right mind would find reason to release a full collection of new music if they had known a pandemic would close down the planet.” Dani Wagner of Psycho Village knows that feeling all too well…
Author Rick Reilly has a brand new book Commander In Cheat. Some extremely special and of importance is taking place with each book sold…
Angela Simmons gets a lot of attention from the television show Growing Up Hip Hop. She also creates attention with her fashions which she believes will change the deeper we get into this Covid journey…
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Episode 109:
A new study called The State of Opportunity in America by the Thurgood Marshall College Fund measures how America’s fragile and minority communities are faring during the pandemic and social unrest. The study found that education level plays a major factor in whether you will be unemployed during COVID-19.
Some of the key findings of the study include: Those with less education were disproportionately affected by COVID-19 job losses; (those with less than a high school diploma experienced a 21.2% unemployment rate vs. a 8.4% unemployment rate for workers with a Bachelor’s degree or higher.)
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Episode 108:
In a fully self-shot season, ghostbusting co-hosts Rachel Lindsay and Travis Mills put their internet sleuthing skills to test as they work remotely to help individuals track down their ghosts and finally get the closure that they need.
With the rise of social distancing, people are stuck in their homes and seeking ways to rekindle connections and gather information on their loved ones who may have ghosted them without notice
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Episode 107:
Mastering The New Education: Whatever That Might Be. Not just a perfectly in tune statement that best describes our present place in education but it’s the newest book from Heather Smith.
She’s a veteran middle and high school social studies teacher, and a mother of two elementary school children.
When U.S. schools abruptly shut their doors in March of this year, education went online. That’s when she found herself navigating technology, lesson planning, assessing and social emotional well-being that she thought she was unprepared to handle. After much reflection and self-analysis, she realized that she already had the tools to overcome this new education.
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Episode 106:
What’s the physical and mental impact of Covid-19 on someone’s who’s not been diagnosed? Mentally and physically these past six months are every reason why so many people look like they’ve aged ten or more years.
I can’t be off base. So I took the observation to Dr. Charles Garfield. His new book is titled Our Wisdom Years: Growing Older with Joy, Fulfillment, Resilience, and No Regrets.
Juan and Lisa Winans are globally known for their connection to Gospel Music. An early summer release was You Belong To Me which does more than speaks to this new process of uncertainty.
Pro Wrestling has always been about the connection with fans. For Jon Moxley this new age of delivering hard hitting action on television inside an empty arena is difficult to digest.
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 105:
Actors Alyssa Goss and Candice Renee have helped heat up Bruh on BET+. It’s an everyday world kind of storytelling that deals with real issues. Being that Tyler Perry is involved do they see the great director and writer inviting Covid 19 to the scripts?
Who releases a brand new full collection of songs during a pandemic? The Classic Rock band Kansas does. Lead vocalist Ronnie Platt reacts to what some critics are describing as a new age of Rock.
Binge watching movies and television episodes is a huge modern day staple. We want new material all the time. Iconic actress Linda Hamilton stars in the new film Easy Does It. Action packed hardcore drama with an unforgettable soundtrack. We got serious for a moment during our conversation while putting the focus on future characters that could the pandemic and its impact on life.
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 104:
Shut off the screens, turn off the TV, and rediscover the power of play with three new activity-packed books by Bobbi Conner. She’s the former host and creator of the award-winning and nationally syndicated public radio series, The Parents Journal, mother, and author of Unplugged Play: Toddler, Unplugged Play: Preschool, and Unplugged Play: Grade School

Kids are trapped at home with virtual school. They need fun time, playground escapes and games that ignite the imagination. Bobbi’s books are full of activities for every scenario, from solo play to group play, indoor play to outdoor play, from parent and child play to birthday party games, and loads of busy-body play activities
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 103:
3 Doors Down front man and celebrated songwriter, Brad Arnold was preparing earlier this year to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the band’s 2000 debut album The Better Life. But with the pandemic putting the band’s plans on hold, Brad used his quarantine time to write and record his first ever solo record “Wicked Man.”
Brad was inspired to write “Wicked Man” about the times we’re currently. Brad sings: “They keep us entertained inside a world before our eyes/A never-ending circus to distract us from their lies.”
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 102: Unpack the Hoarding…
So many challenges and changes. 2020 with its pandemic is going to affect and infect the human mind body and spirit in ways that’ll reach deep into the decades ahead.
The world of medicine has already seen a huge increase in opioid and alcohol use. Spending is through the roof due to an inner calling to make something, anything beautiful in a world that’s dark drab and uncertain.
One thing that’s beginning to pop up on the radar is hoarding. Because there’s truly no promise in tomorrow millions of people are holding onto things that should’ve been let go. Or they’re collecting just to have.
Dr. David Tolin is best known for his weekly appearance on A&E’s Hoarders. David’s is the Founder and Director of the Anxiety Disorders Center at the Institute of Living, and a Professor of Psychiatry at Yale University School of Medicine.
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 101: Cranking Up The Real
The one thing I’m hearing a lot lately is how much this is getting real. Which makes me wonder where people have been since mid-March 2020. It’s starting to get real. So real that it’s starting to get in the way of how and what we think.
It’s completely 100% natural to take a good look at the world and then create your own realities. It doesn’t mean it’s right. But who wants to tell you it’s wrong? How about if we work closer together and develop a mission to not only recover what we’ve lost by way of Covid but to help generate enough energy that fuels our push forward.
The Law of Attraction shows that we draw in exactly what we project out. How can we decode the Law of Attraction to gain more power over our lives, happiness, and success?

Anita M. Scott is author of the new book, THE UNIVERSE IS YOUR SEARCH ENGINE
It’s a groundbreaking look at how to master The Law of Attraction. Anita was raised in a cult, and by age 30 was a divorced single mom without an education or much hope.
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 100: What’s Going On?
I didn’t leap into the podcast circle to write, produce and interview famous people about a global pandemic. I mean come on! Back in March and April of 2020 this was supposed to be a temporary setback. Hosting a podcast feature called Play It Forward was designed to be heard for maybe 15 episodes.
And yet here we stand. Number 100. Have we even moved an inch?
Millions of front line and essential workers have put themselves so far out there that the total cost of their daily sacrifice exceeds the term priceless.
The most creative people on the planet anxiously await for that hard to locate green light. Permission to return to their personalized stages.
Gyms, restaurants, movie theaters, schools and entire countries like Australia remain closed.
But you know that. Which is why it’s so difficult to put this 100th episode together. Who would my guest or guests be? I mean, to bring up Covid-19 while interviewing someone is still one of the scariest things to do. I hold close to my heart those who were on my podcast to promote a new album, movie, television show or book and they hated the idea that I brought the subject up. Oh I’ve been yelled at. Scorned for being a buzz kill during their time of promotion.
So why do a podcast like this? The reasons are through the roof with the two most important decisions based solely on making sure listeners are extremely up to date with the current struggles of those who’ve been there for them during their up and down times. Entertainers who had been instantly ripped off the stage and placed in a box.
And number two. Being a creative person with one billion things going on at the same time. I know how the process of art lives and breathes. Nothing keeps an artist in silence. What they’re doing today is moving, shaking the path, building new platforms and masterminding a plan to lift their passion and drive to newer level of expression.
Talking with them is purely designed to help everyday people, moms, dads and students, anyone who has been hit in the gut with this moment in history and can’t seem to pull their dreams back together. To live vicariously through the struggles of trying to play it forward.
So, as we reluctantly celebrate the presence of this 100th episode. I can’t help but ask what’s going on? Some have written that the end result of this will be an art driven renaissance. The music will change. The movies won’t be the same. The books will somehow have to bring up Covid in the storylines and you. Yeah you. What’s going on?
We used to laugh and joke about how each day felt the same. Couldn’t believe how fast we moved through spring. Got a 12 hundred dollar check from the government. Grew deeper into uncertainty with the protests and riots. Opioid and alcohol abuse are at an all-time high. What’s going on?
You are the guest on this 100th. Not to guilt trip, judge, compare or ghost. I just think it’s time for you to stand up and stand out. That you aren’t being ignored or set aside until Once Upon a Time becomes Happily Ever After.
You… it’s your turn to be recognized for being a fulltime homeowner with a new degree in teaching kids you thought you knew at home. You who’s trying to figure out if going back to an office way of working is worth it. You… the one endlessly inventing new things just to see if anything sticks.
It’s time to hear from you. You still have a voice. You still have a creative heart. You still plan things out and deliver the best you can. Just because you love to binge watch television doesn’t mean you have to be silent. I heard a quote a couple of weeks ago. When the world stopped we all had someplace to go.
So…what’s going on? Where’d you go? Share your story or someone will write it for you.
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 9: Son In Law
A new video depicting Donald Trump performing a song in praise of his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, has been revealed as being the work of The Simpsons and Spinal Tap star Harry Shearer.
It’s the first track to be released from Shearer’s forthcoming album, The Many Moods of Donald Trump, a cycle of songs inspired by the last four years of US politics.
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 98: Feelin Alight
Dave Mason and friends have taken advantage of this Covid downtime. Mason's most iconic and heavily covered song Feelin Alight has gone from its 1968 appeal to a full super band fresh release.
Dave Mason and the Quarantines. The band features Mason, Mick Fleetwood, Sammy Hagar, Michael McDonald, and The Doobie Brothers: John McFee, Tom Johnston, John Cowan, and Pat Simmons.
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 97: Hey! Open the gyms!
We’re told early in life that we don’t live in a house. We live in a home. A Future Home is about community. A city is a Future Home. The people, the businesses. During Covid-19 something of extreme value has been missing from our home. The gym.
Lindsey Bushnell is co-owner of Burn BootCamp. What is and isn’t essential in the world of great health? The physical cause of future sickness sits in the decision to not reopen where we workout. We’re talking cardiovascular, pneumonia and other lung issues, weaknesses that could lead to falling.
Taking a walk through the neighborhood isn’t working out. It’s a luxury. Before we leap into this conversation I’d like you to get Lindsay’s information. Burnbootcamp.com and on facebook at Burnbookcampcharlotte.
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 96: Wake Up America
Actor Joe Morton. Emmy Award winner. Known for his role on ABC’s Scandal and most recently on God Friended Me on CBS.
Because of the Covid shut down, Joe’s been relishing his time in the recording studio with life-long friend, composer, arranger, and Grammy nominee, Kenny Lehman.
Born of this passionate and creative collaboration is "Wake Up America".
Melodic, rhythmic a call to action. As a team they hope to inspire Americans of all ethnicities and political leanings to take a more active role in their own political lives, or at least restrain from the tribal posturing, the race baiting, and political gamesmanship, that does nothing but divide us.
Ultimately, according to Joe and Kenny, unity is up to us, not the politicians.
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 95: Synergy…
When word reached them in Australia that the world of music and all other forms of arts and business were quickly closing around the world, Janet Gardner and Justin James knew instantly that they were being called to a different stage.
Just because the planet strapped itself into lockdown, that didn’t mean these two singer songwriters were going to sit around playing with the Tik Tok app or be glued to a pair of news headline shoes.
They wrote and recorded music. They continue to write and record music. An overflowing vault of sound. And they laugh it off by calling it a drug with no cure.
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 94:
Senator Martha McSally’s new book is a game changer in the way of inviting authentic motivation back into your Covid challenged social distancing. In Dare To Fly she unveils several different change and challenges that she had to overcome in order to reach her accomplishments…
Pro Wrestler and TNT Champion Cody Rhodes has his hands pretty full in the way of trying to bring the squared circle forward. His behind the scenes team is just as important to the project as the wrestlers themselves…
Releasing a collection of new songs during a pandemic is a mountain many don’t want to climb. For Dani in Psycho Village the adventure has been enough to take your breath away…
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 93: The Making. That’s it. Just that simple. The Making.
I remember standing at the front door of this Covid-19 journey trying to figure out what to do as a Broadcaster that would keep creative people in front of fans and followers. Because art is such a huge part of my journey I knew there was no way that others like me could shut this stuff off.
In building this platform, it’s been the most amazing ride through the experiences others are wading through. In the beginning musicians told me they wouldn’t write. Authors were upset because their book tours were set aside. Actors were horrified that their source of freedom during this new golden era of binge watching would dwindle to nothing.
When it all seems bleak and flatter than the earth is said to be… you hear stories. New beginnings. Perseverance, passion, hardcore drive and no fear.
So what does all of this have to do with Frank Hannon and Red Voodoo?
I’m going to share the full conversation. Uncut. As is. Because it’s so amazing how the world can stop. But you can’t keep the Rock from rolling.
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 92: For The Love Of Europe.
Which happens to be the title of the latest book from longtime global traveler Rick Steves.
Covid has stunted his extremely successful business but it hasn’t stopped him from still connecting with those socially distanced from other travelers. On this episode we jump into where people are on the thought of getting out. How will things change in European countries where Mom and Pop operations may no longer be around when we get to moving through the world again.
The future of travel with Rick Steves.
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 91: Geese Are Never Swans
A book. Written by Kobe Bryant. Talking about the struggles all athletes face during their race to become the best. The reason why it fits perfect on Play It Forward is because of the current sports conditions from high school to college right into the pros.
Victoria Garrick is a former Division I and semi-pro volleyball player for the #1 ranked volleyball team in the nation (University of Southern California) where she earned the title for top 5 most digs in USC history.
Victoria is the founder of The Hidden Opponent. She addresses the book's important messages about mental health and the struggles young athletes face such as depression, anger, alcohol abuse and even suicidal thoughts.
After reading Geese Are Never Swans I began asking an old question. The view of today’s sports world. I ask, “Where are your kids? Not just physically somewhere but mentally.”
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 90:
Stephen Haff is a school teacher that’s got a book. Kid Quixotes: A Group of Students, Their Teacher, and the One-Room School Where Everything Is Possible.
He says his school children come from the world of undocumented immigrants. Which is a very tough place to locate your voice… This book serves that purpose while also leading them toward continued learning via the computer during these Covid days.
Brian Walsh shares his personal story and journey inside his new book, BEYOND THE MASK: How My Tragedy Sparked an Incredible Life – Lessons I Might Never Have Learned
In this stirring autobiography he tells his incredible story, and shares the lessons that only tragedy can teach. Such as surviving durng Covid-19.
Ralph Nader’s family cookbook is the perfect meal deal during Covid…
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 89:
New York Times bestselling author Gary John Bishop was first introduced to millions of readers through his book Unf__Yourself. Guess what? He’s evolved into releasing an audio original called: ASK GARY F__ ANYTHING.
The dude’s not afraid to dive deep into his Scottish heritage and experiences in life to answer questions from everyday people trying to march their way through this current place in history.
He’s one of the leading personal development experts in the industry. An “urban philosophy” approach which represents a new wave of personal empowerment and life mastery that has caused incredible results for people.
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 88:
Here we are! Smack dab in the middle of the summer of 2020. Still quarantined. It’s made many of us totally stir crazy. 62% of us haven’t taken a time out to travel since this social distancing journey started.
I’m one of them. I’m a huge RVer and the camping has been shoved to the back burner. According to Dr. Mike Dow that’s not such a healthy idea. The question that bogs us all down is how safe is it out there? How can we protect ourselves?
Dr. Mike is s Brain-Health Expert and explains how short getaways can boost our mental health
while safely taking all necessary precautions.
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 87:
It’s been too easy to get caught up and lost. The headlines are moving toward us twice the speed of light and no matter how many times Google Calendar mentions it’s a new month, every day feels pretty much the same. You can see it in people’s eyes. We’re getting bored with this pandemic.
It’s moments of decision making like this that knocks us off the path. Gonna get a little heavier than normal on this episode. Not that opioid addiction, homelessness, injustice and mental sickness aren’t up there in the Top 5 when it comes to things we just aren’t gonna talk about. But we have and will continue to roll forward because in all things normal, this is what’s going on behind the headlines in our own living quarters.
Lauren Scruggs Kennedy is one of the World’s most sought after models and personalities. When you sit down to have a conversation with her you’ll instantly take note of there being a deeper root to her beauty.
She’s actively involved with Faithsocial. They’re bringing together the worldwide Christian community with an online social connection. It’s a multi-faceted free social media platform that embraces technology, enabling Christians across the world to communicate, connect, socialize, and enjoy entertainment.
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 86:
Stxy drummer Todd Sucherman has just lived out a lifelong dream. He’s written and performed on his own solo album titled Last Flight Home. It’s a celebration of sound. Great summertime Rock. Songs that need to be heard live inside an arena. During these Covid-19 days what are the chances of fans landing that opportunity?
Actor Creed Bratton can also be found on the new album list. Releasing songs that mentally deliver a creative escape. The song lyrics and music formation instantly turn you back into a fan of a full collection of compositions rather than singles and Tik Tok downloads. Covid has affected him as well. It’s what he wants to be doing that’s quite inspiring.
Jo Piazza is a bestselling author, award-winning journalist and digital strategist. She’s also the host of the Podcast: Fierce: Stories of Women Who Changed the World
It’s episodes like this that listeners are gravitating toward. Content being delivered has changed the way normal people have evolved away from terrestrial radio and right into the heart and soul of podcasting.
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 85:
Actor Danny Trejo has made it a point to never come across in public as an actor. His heart, his attitude and willingness to put community first has become a lifeline mission during these Covid days to thousands in the Los Angeles area.
Over the past few weeks there’s been this huge push to get public education up and running. The experts have had no problem talking about how the students need to be in class learning, bumping elbows and being challenged to become greater in the everyday. So what about the preschooler’s without a building to run off to? Josh Dela Cruz from Blues Clues is on it.
Kids going back to class, some businesses reopening. Erik from the band High Streets can’t help but get into the action.
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 84: Beyond Covid And Onto The Streets With Jack Brewer…
As a nation we face an avalanche of life changing news headlines every day. Not only do they pull on the heart strings of our community but we’re expected to act and react without utilizing the power of patience. There are more than famous people struggling to play life forward.
Jack Brewer, is a former NFL safety and 3x team captain who played for the Vikings, Giants, Eagles and Cardinals.
He’s also served four years as an Ambassador for Peace and Sport for the U.S. Federation for Peace and Development at the United Nations. An ordained minister who works in prisons across America, wait until you hear us get on that subject. It’ll reposition your thoughts on where we’re presently standing in history.
Jack Brewer
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 83: The World Looks Different Now…
Which happens to be the latest book from Margaret Riley Thomas. What you need to know from the beginning is that this is only part of our conversation. She shared some of the most compelling information about our present place in Covid-19 history. Content that can and should be used during our time of healing.
Social Distancing is having an impact on everybody. How we’re personally dealing with it puts us in places of decisions that create enormous holes in our hearts. While I bring up the Aids pandemic and compare it to Covid-19. Through experience and having a compassionate eye on real people she was able to put strings together than many people haven’t talked about.
Margaret’s book is The World Looks Different Now. You can listen to the entire conversation on my podcast Like It’s Live. Plus it’ll be heavily featured on Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument.
But this was one of those moments where an already great conversation into something that will reach beyond the moments that most know about but won’t talk about.
Margaret Riley Thomas…
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 82:
Clive Standen stars as Anthony Lavelle on the new NBC drama "Council of Dads." Outside of that role he plays a real father during a global pandemic
Keegan Bost comes from a small town in Alabama called Gadsden. Although he was just recently featured on NBC’s Songland, the hometown stomping ground didn’t provide too much of a music scene. He gained access to his vibe through his participation with the church. We all know that scene today is just as silent as a music stage.
Joe Gatto and James Murray from Misery Index on TBS are stoked about being the moment because they’re helping to bring comic relief to a Covid silent world.
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 81: Science Futurist Rebecca D Costa
Costa’s landmark work has been heralded by global thought, innovation and business leaders Richard Branson, John Sculley, E.O Wilson and Alan Dershowitz to name a few.

According to Rebecca, climate change, tariff wars, terrorism, immigration and nuclear disarmament remain unresolved because they are similar in nature.
The real culprit is the absence of models for solving complex, global problems wherein stakeholders have competing interests.
Costa reveals how AI’s and predictive analytics hold the key to solving dangerous, systemic issues. Intelligent, humorous and entertaining, Costa offers a unique scientific perspective on the headlines of the day. Such as Covid-19
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Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 80:
Bootsy Collins has dropped his latest single “Stars.” It’s an all-star collaboration with American philosopher Dr. Cornel West, drummer Steve Jordan, banjo legend Béla Fleck, and featuring EmiSunshine and Olvido Ruiz.
All proceeds from downloads and streams benefit the MusiCares COVID-19 Relief Fund. Bootsy has partnered with BMI and the Recording Academy for this single release to help benefit artist in need.
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Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 79:
If you were to seriously sit back and observe your present walk in life, your skills of survival long term outlook and walk through this Covid-19 valley was scalped years before you arrived to this present moment. Singer/songwriter Dyson who was just featured on NBC’s Songland knows what she did as a 17 year old prepared her for these times of change…
West Worlds Leonardo Nam not only gets into his role but into the physical production of how the episodes of the third season were drawn together. The entire team working diligently to bring high quality to the flat screen. When you’re that close to creative minds, how does social distancing play out in your present day?
Wes Scantlin from Puddle of Mudd isn’t sitting back watching time pass by. He’s dropped a new full album while gearing up for the potential of there being a tour by years end. With that thought in mind, being in quarantine is nothing new for him. When you’re touring the globe you’ve always got to keep away from whatever might be out there.
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Episode 77:
Jon Mullins is all about creating new beginnings. Inspired to start singing in high school, he auditioned for an a cappella group and quickly became one of the leads. Soon thereafter, he started playing guitar and writing songs. His most recent adventure in music was making it to NBC’s The Voice. He was part of that team that was forced to stay home but it wasn’t going to shut down his creative spirit.
To be wrapped up on the world of Metal and Rock. Survival and success depends on that live performance to sell merch as well as recorded music is a challenge beast. For M Nox of Living Dead Star keeps us up to date with how the evolution caused by Covid-19 has to be lived in real time.
If you think Nick Cannon’s Wild n Out on VH1 is a fast out of control adventure, you can’t imagine what it’s like being inside the world of entertainment and everything stops. For Justina Valentine the goal has been to keep her focus locked in on creative flow.
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Episode 76:
Zac Diles and Taylor Schwartz are suited up and ready for another hot season of the realty reality show Love and listings. They sell famous people homes in the LA area. During this pandemic is it a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Jacob Miller recently spent some time entertaining millions of American’s on NBC’s The Voice. To be on that stage is one thing. Being in front of people away from the cameras another. How does he handle this new age of social distancing?
Live PD was one of the casualties of the latest changes on American soil. Before being cancelled I got talk with Tommy Morris Jr about how everything on the police force has changed so quickly.
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Episode 75: Black Ink Crew Chicago
Yeah on that list of creative minds and imaginations we need to add tattoo artists. They too have been hit extremely hard during these non-essential business closers. This season of Black Ink Crew Chicago has got to be a first of its kind. Many of the shows we’ve been watching were put together long before Covid-19.
Guess where Ryan Henry and company are jumping during these new episodes? Right where we’ve been standing since Mid-March. The threat of COVID-19 closed in on Chicago and has taught everyone valuable lessons of survival
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Episode 74:
Tayler Green was recently part of season 18 on NBC’s The Voice. She doesn’t just vocalize the poetry she creates the moment with the tip of her writing instrument. Being positioned inside the ongoing days of Social Distancing keeps her from face to face collaborations. How is dealing with it on a personal level?
Italian newcomer and Rocker Giorgia Vanni hasn’t let the pandemic get in her way of releasing brand new music. Promoting it is one thing. Getting to a live audience is another.
I’m one of those people that likes to dig into a book’s main character and see if they could handle what we do daily. Could they? Would they deal well with the Covid-19 Pandemic? I took that challenge to Rhoshani Chokshi whose latest book is Aru Shah and the Tree of Wishes.
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Episode 73:
Megan Danielle has had a fair share of practice when it comes to keeping your creative energy focused on the future. Growing up in a household with one parent wasn’t an easy task. That’s why she located peace in music. The very peace required during these Covid-19 days of silent concert stages.
Not all musicians, actors and other creative spirits are onboard with this way Covid-19 has tied our nation up. Francesco Dicosmo from Farewell To Kings doesn’t hold back on how he sees things being played out. But it starts with rediscovering music.
Actor Ed Begley Jr has been known for decades as being totally connected to all things. As we continue to digest this moment in history he’s come up with ways that will keep young kids actively involved with how we’re growing.
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Episode 72: Getting Back Your Love For The Road
The Corona Virus pandemic has turned everybody’s vacation travel plans upside down. It’s been canceled due to the concern over health risks associated with air, rail and cruise travel. So where are people locating peace of mind? According to a new survey, nearly 1 in 3 Americans are planning to take a road trip this summer and that number could rise as the season kicks in. Veteran travel writer and photographer Joe Yogerst knows where to go and what to do after months of quarantine.
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Episode 71: COVID-19: The Pandemic that Never Should Have Happened
Over the past 30 years of epidemics and pandemics, we’ve learned nearly every lesson needed to stop this coronavirus outbreak. We heeded almost none of them. The result is a pandemic on a scale never before seen in our lifetimes. In COVID-19: The Pandemic that Never Should Have Happened and How to Stop the Next One, science journalist Debora MacKenzie lays out the captivating, authoritative, and eye-opening full story of how and why it happened: the previous viruses that should have prepared us, the shocking public health failures that led to this disaster, and the failure to contain the outbreak. With the accumulated knowledge of our failings and a wealth of expert opinions, she charts a forward path for protecting humanity from even worse threats to come.
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Episode 70: Virtual Summer Camp
Kids love adventure, sports, the arts and STEM. Sadly many of the summer camps that allow them to explore for new things has been challenged by the continuation of social distancing.
YouTube’s Katie Kurtz has helped design the totally fun summer camp at home!
Camp YouTube! Jump on and go to Learn@Home. More than 1,200 videos. Best summer camp ever Mom!
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Episode 69: Marriage Bootcamp 101
Since March, many relationships have been tested. For many couples, locked up in quarantine due to Covid-19 has brought up simmering issues. Dr. Ish Major offers tips to strengthen a relationship and also talks about how he’s helping a whole new batch of Hip Hop couples in the upcoming season of Marriage Boot Camp: Hip Hop Edition.
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Episode 68: America What Went Wrong? The Crisis Deepens…
Long before COVID-19 ravaged the economy, millions of middle-class Americans were struggling with a series of different situations — stagnant earnings, unaffordable health care and the prospect of an impoverished retirement.
This is no accident: In this updated and expanded edition of their New York Times No. 1 bestseller -America: What Went Wrong? The Crisis Deepens Pulitzer-Prize winning reporters Donald L. Barlett and James B. Steele explain with human stories and authoritative statistical findings how specific actions by Washington and Wall Street are systematically dismantling the middle class.
Where we presently stand today with the pandemic, the protests and a recession sets up the nation for a total change.

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Episode 67:
Author Kimberla Lawson Roby is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of 28 books. This go around she made the decision to forego the major publishing houses to self-publish. The book's title is: THE WOMAN GOD CREATED YOU TO BE:

This book is her journey from what appeared to be happiness--with all of her success--to what IS happiness: a strong faith, and trust in God. Women will see themselves in the stories Kim shares about her life. Doing it all on your own in the center of a global pandemic.

Josh Harris and Sig Hanson star on The Deadliest Catch. Although the last season poured a lot of attention on the extreme competitiveness between Russia and the United States… From this moment forward all things have changed due to the Coronavirus Covid 19.

Arei Moon recently spent the months of Spring showcasing her art on the 18th season of NBC’s The Voice. These were the episodes that featured the artists from home. It meant that for the first time the performers didn’t get face time when collaborating.

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Episode 66: For The Hungry
Legendary singer-songwriter Jesse Colin Young has teamed up with SongAid and WhyHunger to release an updated version of The Youngbloods’ 1969 hit song, “Get Together.” Featuring Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Steve Miller on electric guitar and background vocals, all proceeds from the song will help fight the global hunger crisis created by the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Get Together” is available on all digital music and streaming services.

Each time a fan listens to a SongAid song, the streaming proceeds will go to WhyHunger’s Rapid Response Fund. Fans listening on Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, Apple Music and sharing on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok can help make this movement work.

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Episode 65: Jenney Wilder’s Return
We first met up with Jenney on the front side of May. Two months into a pandemic what in God’s name was it doing mentally to our children?
Jenney is the creator of All Kinds Of Therapy dot com. During these tougher times in global history the one thing people aren’t bringing up in conversations is mental health. As she clearly states if someone is sick with the flu or cancer family and friends bring over food and deserts. With mental health issues, the very subject is its own pandemic.
Within 30 days look at how life has changed. Covid-19 is still hangin with us. Now we’ve got racial tension, the nation is in a recession and as huge as the Supreme Court’s ruling was for LGBTQ that doesn’t make the world instantly ok.
All Kinds Of Therapy dot com. We are Unplugged and Totally Uncut with Jenney Wilder
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Episode 64:
Nelson Cade III got to spend the early part of 2020 displaying his vocal abilities on season 18 of NBC’s The Voice. This was the musical tour that was forced to come off the normal path we’ve been so used to watching. Although the world had slipped into social distance, for creative people it had to remain locked in on companionship and collaboration.
Melisa Barrera and Mishell Prada from Vida on Starz were already to wrap up their length stay on television when I threw a wrench into the spokes. I didn’t want the series to end and chose to plant the seed of the two girls in full character experiencing what the world was with the pandemic and social distancing.
The author of the new book Watermark is Elise Schiller. Although we were show prepped and ready to break down the making of the book we took a left hand turn at the Coronavirus tracks
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Episode 63:
Johnny Johnson’s a former roadie for Grateful Dead. While touring with Gerry Garcia and company in Hawaii he decided to go fishing. That moment changed him to the point of not only running his own east coast fishing company but to be part of Discovery Channels new show All On The Line. In reality he’s living it because Covid-19 has changed everything.
Here’s something I never dreamed would ever take place. Joey Factor and his band New Dilemma not only have a new album but they’re getting back on the road to tour in less than three weeks.
Actor Comedian Michael Jr stars in the new movie Selfie Dad which was scheduled for a national theater release. Just like everything else that tour bus was pulled off the road. But they didn’t keep it from movie fans and followers.
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Episode 62: Cities Caught In Change
Dan Buettner is the founder of Blue Zones, an organization that helps people live longer, healthier lives. His highly anticipated first cookbook, The Blue Zones Kitchen, is filled with 100 recipes inspired by Blue Zones around the world where people live the longest. He presently live in the Miami area and I wanted to hear how the city looks as experienced by the locals.
VH1’s hit reality series T.I. & Tiny: Friends & Family Hustle explores the home life of Grammy-winning rapper “T.I.” and his wife Tameka “Tiny” Harris with their six children. They are no strangers to the spotlight. Even with the Covid 19 pandemic adding pressure to the everyday, we’re still talking marital troubles, social media backlash and ongoing controversy or should I say drama?
During season 18 of NBC’s The Voice we met up with Tate Brusa who’s been singing his entire life. You’ll remember him for his raspy tone which he got from damaging his vocal cords when he was young. Tate dedicates a lot of his time to his original music. We talked out a new movement of sound caused by Coronavirus. Maybe grunge? What’s growing in and around Salt Lake City?
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Episode 61: Back To The Basement With Wang Chung
Manic Merch and Abducted by the 80s are ready to put the frontline first. It’s the 80s event of the summer! A virtual concert in support and celebration of doctors, nurses, first responders and health-care workers.
At-home performances that include A Flock Of Seagulls, Wang Chung, Naked Eyes, Animotion, Cutting Crew, Nu Shooz and so many more. Saturday, June 13 th on Facebook Live. There will be two screenings the first day with artists participating in the online chat room with fans. Afterthose screenings, the show will be available on YouTube.
A link has been set up for people to make donations directly to Direct Relief. Plus they’ll be selling limited edition merch from many of the artists appearing on the broadcast.
We are Unplugged and Totally Uncut with Nick Feldman from Wang Chung
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Episode 60: #Imjustakid
In 2002, the group Simple Plan catapulted into the pop-punk spotlight with their infectious debut “I’m Just A Kid” 18 years later, the song has thrusted back into global action with the viral #ImJustAKid challenge on the short form video platform TikTok.
It has family members posing together to recreate a vintage childhood photo with the song’s iconic chorus serving as the soundtrack. The challenge has led to over three million videos, garnering over 2.7 billion views on TikTok
Danny Gillick, TikTok Sr. Manager, Music Content and Label Partnerships. “ TikTok is all about inspiring creativity, bringing joy, and authenticity. An earworm like the nostalgia-filled, ‘I'm Just a Kid’ is as relatable as they come, and our community loves to create incredibly fun content .

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Episode 59: Ghost Road Beyond The Driverless Car
That’s the name of the new book from Anthony Townsend. Why would such a book be brought up during a pandemic? Because the full view of what’s going to be driverless in the days and years after Covid-19 doesn’t really match the dreams so many were seeing before its arrival.

Anthony is an Urban planning expert. He knows a lot about the new look of the fast approaching future. Integrating driverless vehicles into society. Technology has a completely different view since Covid-19. Revolutionizing business. Mobile warehouses, ghost restaurants and drastic changes in trucking and shipping. He also delves into the financial challenges faced by cities and states that will no longer have revenue from parking fees or traffic fines.

That new normal everybody keeps talking about. When you get there we should expect to start seeing less people yet more processing.

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Episode 56: Praying For America
Been doing this for 56 days. Had no clue it would last this long. Maybe a week or a couple. Nope. I promised you back in March that I would be here with the personal journeys of the most creative people on the planet. Those that we’re gonna need to help replant your personal seeds of creative growth during a time and age where I honestly believe we can get away with saying, “I’m just not in the mood.”
Man, if you could see this list. I have so many untouched conversations that I’ll probably still be reporting way beyond the existence of Covid-19.
An area of life we haven’t focused on is that connected to the world of religion and spirituality. Sometimes we totally forget how human those creative men and women are. It’s not that I’ve been reluctant. I guess I just didn’t want a passerby to judge a book by its cover. Which many of you might when you hear about this guy.
Dr. Robert Jeffress is the Senior Pastor of the 14,000-member First Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas and a Fox News contributor. He is also a professor at Dallas Theological Seminary, and has been a go-to resource on all things faith for the President.
Dr. Jeffress preached the Inauguration Day sermon at the historic St. John's Church across from the White House that was set on fire during protests. This church and his church in Dallas were attacked during these protests-yet he believes the only lasting solution to racial and political division is prayer.
His new book, PRAYING FOR AMERICA: 40 INSPIRING STORIES AND PRAYERS FOR AMERICA encourages readers to spend 40 days asking God to do His will and to bless America.
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Episode 55: The End Of Jobs
Jeff Wald’s new book of the same title opens our heart to a new normal in the way of not only growing business but maintaining how it’ll operate post Covid-19.
The pandemic has changed the very nature of employment. The question is what’s coming next?
The Founder of Work Market develops software that enables companies to manage/pay freelancers. The Rise of On-Demand Workers and Agile Corporations. This book was timely before – now it is urgent. With unemployment looking to reach 20-25% at its peak, 57% of the pre-crisis labor force working from home, and on-demand worker receiving unemployment for the first time, the entire game has changed.
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Episode 54:
Micah Iverson just wrapped up season 18 on NBC’s The Voice. The first performers that didn’t get to perform on the world’s biggest stage. Because of Covid they were allowed to generate their musical expressions at home.
Releasing a book in the center of a pandemic. For Don Winslow’s readers the goal is to get lost in a sea of multiple stories featured in his book Broken
MTV’s Families Of The Mafia has made its place on the favorites must see because of the message promoted by way of putting the family first. Especially when life as we know it has been interrupted by the Coronavirus. Karen Gravano is in Arizona which is a place we don’t hear too much about.
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Episode 53: How To Survive A Pandemic.
Millions around the nation know Dr. Michael Greger as the author of How Not to Die. Well, he’s back with How to Survive A Pandemic. It’s a vital, timely text on the viruses that cause pandemics and how to face them. It reveals not only what we can do to protect our loved ones during a pandemic, but also how society must change in order to reduce the likelihood of even more devastating catastrophes in the future.
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Episode 52: CMT Celebrates Our Heroes
The uplifting celebration and two-hour virtual tribute brings together country music’s biggest names to recognize the most vital and inspirational Americans on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The superstar guest list includes Brandi Carlile, Carrie Underwood, Darius Rucker, Kane Brown, Kristen Bell, Lauren Daigle, Luke Combs, Sam Hunt and Tim McGraw and more.
All those playing filmed inside their very beautiful homes.

Hosted by Cody Alan you know the energy will be upbeat and filled with memorable moments to get us well beyond this time of uncertainty.
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Episode 51: Your Worst Fear Is Almost Here
41 million American’s without work. Now attach that to the huge number of college graduates strapped with 100+K in student debt. Some say the answer to getting back on track is that they should stop subscribing to HBO, purchasing lattes at Starbucks…and buying avocado toast. In the new book BUY THE AVOCADO TOAST, Stephanie Bousley teaches everyday people and graduates how to work with debt while still living prosperous, enjoyable lives…even during these current uncertain times due to Covid-19!
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Episode 49:
One of the top five contestants from Season 9 of RuPaul’s Drag Race, Alexis Michelle is a Drag Superstar who always shines onstage. Using her gift of hair and make-up, Alexis has glammed up hundreds of brides for their big day and even been dubbed “the brides best friend” by multiple mother of the brides!
Referred to as the "Queen of the Underground", Justina Valentine has proven she's a clever, quick-witted lyricist, a songwriter with a knack for a memorable hook and an irresistible chorus, and a video performer with an audacious fashion sense. We talked about Covid-19 and how it shouldn’t be a reason to stop creating.
Hailing from a small town in the UK, Dyson made the move to London at 17 to hustle her way into the music industry. She moved to Sweden at 24 to explore the Swedish pop writing scene, which she feels fully shaped her as a songwriter. She’s seen and experienced a lot while refusing to let Covid-19 get her down.

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Episode 48: Autograph For Nurses
Legendary Classic Rockers Autograph have released the new song Souls On Fire with proceeds benefitting Trinity Health of New England.
The track was the first to feature new guitarist Jimi Bell formally of House of Lords and Maxx Explosion.
Simon Daniels would like to sincerely say thanks to all the front-line nurses during this unprecedented time. Each member is grateful for the commitment nurses provide across our nation. It is through their dedicated efforts that each of our loved ones affected with Coronavirus are cared for and cured and able to be reunited with their families.
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
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Mandi Thomas has always loved singing. It opened the door for her to perform on Season 18 of NBC’s The Voice. Away from the lights and camera she’s working very closely with other creative young adults during this new age of Covid-19
Thunderstorm Artis instantly got the attention of music fans because he was truly living up to the name of the show on NBC. That voice can easily become injuring during these moments of social distancing.
Samantha Howell is another alumni from the Class Of Season 18 on NBC’s The Voice. She had reached that stage only to lose it just like millions of other musicians around the world.
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 45: Protecting The Pack
According to a recent Kaiser Family Foundation survey, forty-five percent of adults said the pandemic affected their mental health. But it’s not just adults for whom the pandemic has taken a mental toll. School closures, canceled graduations and proms, isolations from friends, and the possibility of colleges not opening this fall have all contributed to stress and anxiety for children and teens – particularly those with mental health issues or special needs.

Jenney Wilder, M.S. Ed., is the founder of AllKindsofTherapy.com, an online resource that provides information about treatment programs, parent coach experts, teletherapy, and consultants who assist families in crisis. The site enables families to compare and evaluate the various interventions, support and treatments that are available to them.
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 43: Music On The Move
Juno Award Winning and Certified Gold selling International R&B Artist Dru landed his latest release YNF right smack dab in the middle of a global pandemic. It was extremely important to him because he’s been working with a team of hit-making songwriters and producers from back when he was in the Popular R&B group In Essence. Sure, being part of the music scene today sits on the suck side but with enough musicians getting involved things will continue growing forward.

404Vincent is no new comer to the virus side of life. Coming from the Toronto area reshapes the experience he recently through with Sars. Plus he talks about the early moments of having to make the jump toward a live performance on Instagram.
Joey Sykes is another singer/songwriter that refuses to let Covid 19 keep him from releasing new vibes. His song is titled Let’s Get Through This.
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 42: Different Walks Of Life On The Same Path
Releasing a brand new three record set of music in the middle of a pandemic seems like an odd thing to do. I mean Hollywood is still clutching to their springtime releases hoping for a better Fall but Whitesnakes David Coverdale says let the music go!
Coach Demir presently stars in the new 8 part series 4th and Forever. His high school football strategy is straight ahead discipline with a presence with family and faith. Right now his series on Curiosity Stream is the only game in town. A game that could easily change because of the new social distancing rules.
Congressman Bruce Franks Jr has made it to MTV! But not as the battle rapper he was during his early seasons. His story is shared in the movie St Louis Superman. He knows there needs to be change on our streets and to get it someone has to be on them. What about the young adults and kids with no school and no work?
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 40: To Meditate Or Not To Meditate
Over the past nine week, now more than ever a high level of everyday people have gone public with their personal battles with high anxiety. It’s very real. Fear, doubt, shame and guilt are tributaries of a mental condition that controls the way we think, breathe, act and react and ultimately make decisions.
Yes, there’s medication and educated professionals waiting patiently on the sidelines for you to step in their direction. Here’s one of the issues. In America there are 33 million unemployed people. That equals to 33 million plus uninsured people.
That doesn’t mean you still can’t get help. It just means more and more people sit inside their positions of social distance believing with time this too shall pass.
What I love about listening the hosts on several different podcasts is how transparent many of them are about having to deal with anxiety. I watch television talk shows and read popular websites covering the very subject. The issue is very real and by all means don’t let anxiety rip your life and dreams to shreds.
There truly are professionals waiting to help you move through this enormous invisible mountain.
One of them is Bob Roth. For over 50 years his life has been dedicated to professionally training regular people how to move into a life of meditation. Westerners have never felt comfortable with it because it seems to go against Christianity when in fact Jesus himself meditated and it says so in the big book.
I truly hope you pick something up from this conversation with Bob. There is peace and you deserve to hold onto it. It starts with a journey that will clear your mind body and soul. No meds. Only you and the universe. An amazing adventure.

Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus.
Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward.
Episode 47: Meet Google Meet
Tens of millions of people are working from home while trying to figure out how to still have eye contact with colleagues - or have family face time with relatives - or a better happy hour with friends. Google Meet is right there with high-quality video conferencing for free - for anyone, anytime, anywhere. Google tech expert Justin Burr shares his tips for better home video meetings and demonstrates how Meet works
That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.