The Cameron Journal Podcast

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are joined by Diana Colleen the author of, "They Could Be Saviors." What if the solution to climate and everything was simply curing billionaires of greed? The novel asks a provocative question: what if the only way to save the planet was to kidnap the billionaires destroying it? On the surface, it's speculative fiction. But at its heart, it's a cultural and political commentary — an attempt to reframe billionaire-ism not as success, but as an illness.About the book and award winning author Diana Colleen: The book also draws on my own lived experience with psychedelic-assisted therapy, which not only saved my life but also inspired me to explore what happens when those in power are forced to confront their egos and blind spots. I believe climate change can be solved, but only if the right people put their power and resources toward it.You can visit Cameron online at CameronJournal.com Watch The Cameron Journal Newshour every Monday at 7 pm!Part of the SOOPcast Podcast Network

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are joined by Paul Smith who is the author of Cruel and Unusual Punishment: A Memoir of the Psychological Realities of Federal Prison. He wrote this book after being arrested and convicted for healthcare fraud. This took is about his time in federal prison and the people he met along the way and the traumatizing nature of his experience. This one action completely changed his life in so many unfortunate ways. Listener be warned, this is a quite sad interview. This is about very real experiences in a harsh environment. The mood is somber. Please be in a positive place when you listen to this as it may be depressing. More about the book: In Cruel and Unusual Punishment: A Memoir of the Psychological Realities of Federal Prison, clinical psychologist Paul Smith reveals the unfiltered truth of life behind bars. Sentenced to 51 months for healthcare fraud, he endured eight prisons during the COVID pandemic, witnessing firsthand how confinement erodes humanity. With rare clarity and honesty, his story offers a chilling yet insightful look into the U.S. prison system—making it essential reading for reviewers, journalists, and interviewers alike.You can visit Cameron online at CameronJournal.com Watch The Cameron Journal Newshour every Monday at 7 pm!Part of the SOOPcast Podcast Network

Leslie Shoveer is the author of Fission a book set in the early atomic age right as the bomb becomes a reality. Loosely based on family stories, this is a delightful read and an even more delightful conversation. More about the book: Fission tells the story of nineteen-year-old Doris Friedman, who gives up her dreams of becoming a concert pianist or lawyer when she marries Rob in 1941 and has a sickly, premature baby. Within months, Rob is recruited to work on the Manhattan Project, and the young family moves to Oak Ridge. Just like fission splits an atom's nucleus, Doris's marriage threatens to break her heart in two, as she struggles to nurture her daughter while Rob works around the clock. Doris befriends Betty, a Southern debutante. Despite their different backgrounds, the two women sustain each other through difficult moments: Betty's miscarriage, Rob's radiation exposure, and his subsequent attempt to enlist to fight at the front. Doris falls for an army engineer—only to realize that he may be a Soviet spy. Should she turn him in and risk damaging her marriage? As the end of the war nears, Doris must decide what's most important—and what she's willing to lose.You can visit Cameron online at CameronJournal.com Watch The Cameron Journal Newshour every Monday at 7 pm!Part of the SOOPcast Podcast Network

We've all heard about meditation and why it is so important and calming. That's not new, however, I was surprised that Bob Martin could bring a new perspective to something that has been talked about too much and overhyped as much. Host of the A Wise and Happy Life Podcast, he is here to help us use meditation to help us create a wise and happy life. A former prosecutor and trial lawyer, Bob began his legal career in the 1970s as a prosecutor for Janet Reno in Miami's Cocaine Cowboy days and went on to serve in senior roles in both the public and private sectors. Parallel to his legal and business journey, Bob has been a dedicated student and teacher of meditation for over three decades. He trained under Taoist Master Hua-Ching Ni and brings a deep, integrative understanding of Eastern wisdom and Western pragmatism to his work. He has taught meditation to executives, lawyers, university students, and organizational leaders—showing them how to build inner resilience, clear perception, and mindful leadership through daily practice.You can visit Cameron online at CameronJournal.com Watch The Cameron Journal Newshour every Monday at 7 pm!Part of the SOOPcast Podcast Network

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are joined by D. Paul Fleming the author of Mystery's at the Windham Inn. This is an interest chat that is cut a bit short but is still a whole journey. D. Paul Fleming is a Disabled Veteran who served in the US Navy and a seasoned Native American Holy Man—a sacred title bestowed upon him by Granddaughter Crow. With a lifetime devoted to spiritual service, D. Paul has investigated and cleansed an untold number of haunted properties, encountering everything from mischievous poltergeists to dark entities so powerful that his own life has been placed in danger on more than one occasion. His work has brought physical, spiritual, and emotional healing to people afflicted by dark attachments, malevolent energies, and even possession. A storyteller at heart, D. Paul considers himself a vessel—a "hollow bone"—through which Great Spirit speaks. His books are more than just stories; they are spiritual messages, guided by ancestral wisdom and whispers by what he calls his true "Ghost Writer." Each narrative unfolds before him like a vision, revealing its course on the pages of his books.You can visit Cameron online at CameronJournal.com Watch The Cameron Journal Newshour every Monday at 7 pm!Part of the SOOPcast Podcast Network

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast, we are joined by Dennis Brennan who has written a new book, "D.C. SWAMP STRIKES BACK: AARON BURR, DONALD TRUMP, AND THEIR SIMILAR BATTLES." We talk politics, shop and his unique view on the Trump presidency and the American experiment. About Dennis: Dennis A. Brennan Is A Passionate Author, Attorney And Historian Who Explores The Intersection Of Politics, Justice, And History. With A Unique Ability To Connect Historical Events With Modern-Day Politics, His Work Invites Readers To Question The Narratives They've Been Taught. His Latest Book, The Political Witch Hunts Of Aaron Burr And Donald Trump, Showcases His Deep Research And Storytelling, Blending The Past And Present Into An Unforgettable Narrative.You can visit Cameron online at CameronJournal.com Watch The Cameron Journal Newshour every Monday at 7 pm!Part of the SOOPcast Podcast Network

Big shout out to the business side of The Cameron Journal, today we are talking with corporate culture consultant, Chris Majer. We are talking about his new book The Power to Transform.Chris has spent decades helping leaders and organizations unlock their highest potential while staying ahead of disruptive change. With a background that spans from teaching hand-to-hand combat to Marines and performance principles to Special Forces, to leading billion-dollar cultural transformation projects at companies like Microsoft, Intel, AT&T, and Capital One, Chris brings a rare blend of discipline, innovation, and practical wisdom.You can visit Cameron online at CameronJournal.com Watch The Cameron Journal Newshour every Monday at 7 pm!Part of the SOOPcast Podcast Network

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are joined by Scott Badler who is here to talk about his new book, Becoming JFK. In his book, he talks about Kennedy as a young man and before the presidency ending with his run for Senate. His WWII service figures prominently too. Scott Badler is a Kennedy scholar and he has done all the homework on the early life of JFK. You can visit Cameron online at CameronJournal.com Watch The Cameron Journal Newshour every Monday at 7 pm!Part of the SOOPcast Podcast Network

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast, we are joined by the ineffably brilliant, Stan Lai. The most famous theater producer in China, he straddles form, characters and borders as he creates theatrical experiences across Asia, North American and Europe. We spent an hour together talking about storytelling, Chinese film, opera and fine art. These episodes are the ones that make me love doing this. Stan Lai is absolutely wonderful and his personal invitation to his dedicated theater in Shanghai was truly an honor. We talk about his new book CreativitRy and how everyone can find their own roadmap to live their most creative life. This is an exciting book from someone who has made a life out of his own mind. You can visit Cameron online at CameronJournal.com Watch The Cameron Journal Newshour every Monday at 7 pm!Part of the SOOPcast Podcast Network

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are joined by John David who comes from the world of marketing and PR and has taken up writing. He has a story about what it took to get his book published, the crushing querying process and much more. We have a wide-ranging conversation on writing and the industry! Here's some more about John's writing: His debut novel, The Bystander, is a contemporary mystery, infused with thriller elements. It follows television reporter Pete Lemaster, who witnesses an active shooter incident. During the attack, the gunman is killed by an armed bystander. Lemaster captures the event on camera, and the footage propels his career into the spotlight after going viral. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that the circumstances surrounding the shooting are far more complicated than they first appeared. While the novel touches on issues of gun rights and veterans' challenges, David emphasizes that it is primarily an entertaining tale of suspense.You can visit Cameron online at CameronJournal.com Watch The Cameron Journal Newshour every Monday at 7 pm!Part of the SOOPcast Podcast Network

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are joined by Cinda Gault, a canadian author of historical fiction set in the Canadian and American West. I will admit that I did not know anything about Canadian western expansion until I visited Alberta on a writing residency in 2019. Cinda is the expert and her stories explore women's lives in these historical, Canadian settings with real-life elements! I loved her pitch to me because she said, "I think your Mom would like these stories." And she's probably right! I will be passing them along! Join us on this delightful adventure with a delightful author! You can visit Cameron online at CameronJournal.com Watch The Cameron Journal Newshour every Monday at 7 pm!Part of the SOOPcast Podcast Network

Do I have dyslexia? In this episode we talk with Russell van Brocklen about dyslexia, his book, his work arounds his own profound dyslexia and how helps people learn to work with their brains rather than against their brains. He is here to dispel myths about dyslexia and how the way we help people with dyslexia sets them up for failure. In the course of the episode, I find out that despite being an excellent reader, I might have dyslexia (or a form of it).You can visit Cameron online at CameronJournal.com Watch The Cameron Journal Newshour every Monday at 7 pm!Part of the SOOPcast Podcast Network

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are really reaching up by having JD Barker on the show. He is a suspense and thriller author who has worked with many of the greats in his genre and is now head of his own imprint publishing suspense and thrillers. When you look up "author" in the dictionary, you'd see a picture of JD Barker. We are very grateful for him coming by to talk to us about writing shop, his stories and more. You can visit Cameron online at CameronJournal.com Watch The Cameron Journal Newshour every Monday at 7 pm!Part of the SOOPcast Podcast Network

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are joined by Justin Spencer, the founder of Chaos and Kindness and TV show and brand. We are having this conversation in his car. Right now he is on a new journey where he is buying a cheap car and driving around the United States. During this conversation, he is waiting for a tow because the motor in his car has gone out (it was cheap) and we even see it all go down (at least part of it) right during the show. This is a very special episode of The Cameron Journal Podcast and probably unlike anything we've had on before. More about Justin Spencer: He started out as a musician where he went on America's Got Talent with his band, Recycled Percussion and turned that into an award-winning show, Chaos and Kindness. He is now the author of his first novel, Terminal Anxiety, an intoxicating what-will-happen-next thrill ride of a book, to be published by One Life Press on February 17, 2026.You can visit Cameron online at CameronJournal.com Watch The Cameron Journal Newshour every Monday at 7 pm!Part of the SOOPcast Podcast Network

Today we are joined by Amani Roberts and he has written a new book about the history of R and B groups. The Quiet Storm gives us an history of one of the most popular genre's of music. More about Amani: Amani Roberts is a powerhouse in the world of music—an internationally recognized DJ, award-winning music professor, and passionate historian of R&B and Black music culture. With years of experience spinning records, educating future music industry leaders, and dissecting the impact of legendary R&B groups, Amani brings a dynamic and insightful voice to discussions on the intersection of music, culture, and history. His upcoming book, The Quiet Storm: A Historical and Cultural Analysis of the Power, Passion, and Pain of R&B Groups, offers a deep dive into the rise and influence of groups like Destiny's Child, The Temptations, and TLC. Through his expertise, Amani unpacks how these artists shaped generations, influenced social movements, and left an indelible mark on the global music scene.You can visit Cameron online at CameronJournal.com Watch The Cameron Journal Newshour every Monday at 7 pm!Part of the SOOPcast Podcast Network

We are joined today by Joe Atman (again!). The last time I spoke to Joe Atman, I really took him to task, so this time, I'm going to be nicer! Today we are talking about his work and his book A Philosophical War. We talk a little philosophy and we get into his podcasts, his work in education with Middletree and his new Substack: The Philosophy of Joe.

Today we are joined by UK activist and fire brand, Anne Marie Waters. She has made a name for herself as a defender of the UK on immigration, EU over-reach and much more. She is the author of two books: In Defense of Democracy and Beyond Terror. A doyenne of the UK right, she's not happy with Trump and not too pleased with what Reform is up to in the UK. We talk about her new podcast (with SOOP!) and much more.

In this special (extra) video, Cameron looks over an academic paper about colonialism and it tests a controversial theory: could colonialism have been beneficial? It also looks at how targeted and collaborative colonialism could be the solution to Africa's problems. Explore this concept with him as we look through the article and dive deep!

AI is coming for enterprise software and SaaS, our guest today, on The Cameron Journal Podcast is leading the way. We are joined by Shirish Nimgaonkar who is the founder and CEO of E-Bliss AI. His platform helps companies create new products, find opportunity and improve management. He's worked for all the big companies in Silicon Valley and is deep in the tech space. We explore this and more in this thoughtful chat!

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are joined by Stephanie Hunter-Jones who is an author that specializes in sex, sexuality and healing emotional wounds around our intimate lives. Seems straight forward right? Wrong! She uses roleplay and cosplay as a way to help people and couples engage in their sexuality more deeply. This is not your father's pretend, oh no, this includes costumes, make-up and hopefully a satisfying finish.

The government has decreed that homosexuals can serve in the military under a "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy. In this new book of fiction, a group of officers are looking to root out homosexuality anyway and in this book from Darrell Barry we get to explore the atmosphere in the 1980s and 1990s under this policy and what it was like for LGBTQ+ individuals. You can keep up with all things on The Cameron Journal at cameronjournal.comSubscribe to the newsletter: cameronjournal.com/newsletter

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast, we're talking with Hank Quense who is an author who teaches others about self-publishing and uses AI extensively. If you're a writer who is nervous about AI, don't know how to use it, or even wondering if it is worth using, this interview is for you!

Michael Stockham is the author of Confessions of an Accidental Lawyer and the author of a great fiction series on similar themes. In this episode, we explore his legal career, how he got into writing, his process and much more. Keep up with The Cameron Journal at cameronjournal.comSign up for the newsletter: cameronjournal.com/newsletter

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast, we're talking with Chloe Anagnos who is the Director of Marketing for America's Future, an organization that helps train millennials and young professionals how to be the next generation of advocates in all levels of government. We talk about some of the challenges Millennials face and how they are helping professionals get active.

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast, we are joined by Andy Semotiuk who is an immigration lawyer helping people in Canada and the US immigrant back and forth. He has a history of moving between both countries and his perspective in our current crisis with Canada and more is fascinating. If you're thinking about making the big move, this is a must-watch episode.

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we're talking about....podcasting! Adam Torres has built and impressive business around podcasting and interviews and he's here to teach me a few things about podcasting and how to create a career from talking to people (which is my favorite thing to do).

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are joined by Joe Menninger who is one of the leading lights in the german-speaking startup scene in central Europe (Germany, Austria, Czechia, and Switzerland). We talk about AI, we talk about the European startup scene (not as bad as you'd think!) and much more!

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we're taking a little trip to Iran courtesy of Dr. Reza Rajebi who has written two fascinating books: The Dead Man's Pacemaker and Code Extinction. We also talk alot about Iran and his heritage along the way. Learn more at: https://rezarajebi.com

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast, we're visiting with labor economist Ron Hetrick. We address the weakness in the current labor market and the coming market contractions as the labor force shrinks down at the end of the 2020s. Ron was so kind to speak with us, especially considering his booking was a suggestion of my Nana (a long-time supporter of the show).

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast, we're talking with John DeDakis. He was a editor for Wolf Blitzer on CNN and sat in the press room during the Reagan years. We talk about the old days, the new days, and his new fiction book about a White House press secretary gets pregnant and turns abortion from a national debate into a personal one.

Nikki Anarado is a wonderful expert on relationships and how women, most importantly, can revive their dating career and find a stable relationship and marriage. She has helped many women go from a dead dating life to finding their man of their dreams. She has practical advise to help women seek out the right kind of man. Believe it or not, women have a hard time dating too and Nikki is here to help!

Julian Raven painted a beautiful painting of President Donald Trump. It is patriotic and so much more. It is very similar to art done for Barack Obama, however, when Julian got the chance to have his work shown at the Smithsonian in D.C. they refused. Julian felt it was unfair and sued. He's in court now and he's telling his story. It's been all over the headlines but it is a story you've probably not heard about.

What makes a great leader? In this interview, we talk with Marc Koehler who was a submarine commander and knows how to get people working together, a plus when travelling in a nuclear powered tube under the water doing secret missions! In this fascinating interview we learn about Marc and what principles he uses for great leadership.

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are taking a spicy trip over to #booktok to talk about romantasy fiction books and the new (and very popular) romance books that are in the market now. Bria Rose does fairytale retellings with a spicy twist and we are getting into all the details!

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are joined by Al Kushner who is an expert on all things to do with LinkedIn. If you're looking for a job, starting a business or other such, networking on LinkedIn can be incredibly rewarding and is fairly essential. We go over the basics of networking, how to fill out your profile and make the worlds biggest professional network work for you!

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are getting into business again and we are exploring the importance of humans in the customer relationship and why it is vital for businesses to make sure that their business brings that human touch to their customers. In an age where AI is taking over everything, Bruno is here to push back and remind us of the human element.

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are joined by Eric Guthrie. He is the Director of Training at the Government Blockchain Association, where he helps shape blockchain education for professionals and policymakers. He's trained Fortune 500 companies, spoken at global events, and reaches over 65,000 email subscribers each month with clear, actionable content on emerging tech. He is also the author of Blockchain or Die.

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are joined by Jim Tracy. He is known as the "Grampion" for his ability to build businesses and build great culture that people love to be involved in. He has create wonderful things for his family. If you're into building a legacy for your family, Jim Tracy is the person to talk to. He is here today to tell us about how he builds great businesses with great culture.

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we're joined by Joseph Bolton who has written a series of books called, "Old Grandmother's Tree." It explores the stories of French Canadians and Algonquin first nation peoples. This is a great conversation and a truly different perspective. The books are fully illustrated just like the background in the video! It's a mult-sensory feast!Learn more at oldgrandmotherstree.com

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast, we are joined by Rick DeStefanis who has used his training in the 82nd airborne during the Vietnam War to write a brilliant fiction series about the conflict and what those men went through. This is a wonderful series and a great conversation. Learn more here: https://www.rickdestefanis.com/

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are joined by Delani Bartlette who has written a new book, "The Dumond Affair: How Lies and Politics Freed a Killer." Those of us alive for the 1990s remember some of the interesting stories coming out of Arkansas when Bill Clinton was in office. Between the WhiteWater land deal (that would lead to the investigation and special prosecutor that would reveal the Monica Lewinsky affair and the resulting impeachment) and the rumors of drug sales, this is a real and interesting scandal where, instead of getting caught, someone was freed due to politics. This is excellently researched and the author is delightful! Buy the book: https://wildbluepress.com/the-dumond-affair-lies-politics-a-killer-freed-true-crime-expose/

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast, we are joined by Lyubim Kogan who is a former finance guy who, after rebuilding his own life and discovering the new hobby of paragliding and parasailing, decided to start an organization to help veterans with their health issues by matching them with practitioners and taking them to the skies! This is an interesting conversation and about one of the best charities. Donate and find out more at https://wings4heroes.org/

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are joined by Melissa Winger who is an author and patient advocate after navigating the healthcare system for her special needs child. We have been having an on-going conversation on this show about the healthcare system and this continues that conversation. You can find her book here: https://www.whocaresbooks.com

Bruce Chalmers a marriage counselor and therapist who is the author of a new book called, "Betrayal and Forgiveness: How to Navigate the Turmoil and Learn to Trust Again" and in this conversation we are exploring relationships, marriage, intimacy, the tension of emotions within romance and like usual when therapists come on this show, I spent an hour doing therapy for my own issues. I am being vulnerable in public so you don't have to! In any case, join us in this conversation as we explore relationships and intimacy.

Today we are joined by Mercy, they are a creative, a restauranteur, coach, and someone who knows how to create a fulfilling and creative life. They are also a contributor at Planksip and we are very happy that they recommended them to come chat with us. Our conversation explores art, media, experiences, and travel. Come fly with us on this wide-ranging chat!

What would you do if you were in China and suddenly you were being detained and taken to a jail. No one speaks your language and you don't speak theirs. That thought might be terrifying but today on The Cameron Journal Podcast, we are going to meet someone who has gone through this and lived to tell the tale. Chancellor Jackson is now an author but he was a football player for Stetson and is a Georgia native. We talk about his book, his story and a little writing shop.

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are talking with the author of the new book, Silver Echoes. This book explores the 1920s when silver was king and the Queen of the Colorado Rockies was riding high while her daughter was making her own way on the silver screen. Rebecca Rosenberg is a historical novelist and someone who just loves life in her garden and in her journeys. We have a great chat about her book and its connection to my home state of Colorado. Learn more about Rebecca here:

Jose Nino is a new voice in political commentary and getting together with him is like talking to a colleague. He is a commentator that I would describe as a vanguard of our new political climate. He's giving out hot takes against the old guard of the GOP and much more.Jose Nino is on substack giving his hot takes on the days headlines: https://josbcf.substack.com

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast, we welcome Paul Greenberg!Paul Greenberg has just written a new book that is all hypothetical but a fun future to consider. In his new book, A Third Term, George Washington is brought back from his deathbed in 1799 to run against President Trump in 2028. Both men are seeking a 3rd time, so how will the aristocratic swagger of the 18th century compete against the bluster of Trump? Paul Greenberg explores just that. Although he is known for his work on climate change and why fish are so important (no, really, one of his books is about angling!), this new book has been featured on PBS, NPR and all your favorite places. We're having a in-depth and casual conversation about modern politics, why fish are important and much more!

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are joined by Lura Forcum from the Independent Center. They describe themselves as, "The Independent Center is the go-to organization for information, research, and engagement with independent voters, who now make up the majority of the electorate. We represent those who are fed up with partisan politics and feel politically homeless. We believe the future is not red or blue; it's fiscally responsible, socially inclusive, and free to choose the best options for ourselves, our families, and our communities.We are talking about how the current 2-party duopoly is not serving the American people and why it's time to leave the two major parties behind!

Today on The Cameron Journal Podcast we are talking with Joseph Lenard, he is the host of Christitutionalist Politics (that's just one of his shows) and he is a former IT guy turned political commentator. We've met before on a shock-jock show in the past that was a lot of fun so we meet up again to have an even better conversation and break down the latest changes in AI. You can learn more at: https://podsite.fm/christitutionalist-tm-politics