The Motivation Show

Dr. Robin Hills is a highly esteemed business psychologist and the director of Ei4Change - awarded "International Impact Company of the Year," by Dotcom Magazine in 2024. He is the author of The Authority Guide to Emotional Resilience in Business. Robin has taught and empowered more than 500,000 individuals across 195+ countries, with the most comprehensive and detailed courses around the topic of emotional intelligence. He was awarded “Best Transformative Emotional Intelligence Coach” - of the Year 2024, by The CIO Times, and “Men Leaders to Look Up To” by Passion Vista magazine. Early 2024, Robin was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Advanced Studies in Psychology in recognition of his contribution to emotional intelligence training. He also has over 200,000+ avid followers who are always hungry for quality content!   Some of the topics Robin covers include: The Future of Emotional Intelligence: Advancing Skills for Success Emotional Intelligence in the Changing World: Strategies for Personal and Professional Growth The Resilient Professional: Strategies for Managing Stress and Overcoming Setbacks Emotional Intelligence in Action: Building Sustainable Success for the Future Building Emotional Strength in the Workplace Navigating Workplace Challenges with Emotional Intelligence and Emotional Resilience Slow Down to Speed Up: Increasing Workflow Efficiencies through Mindfulness Practices Mindfulness in Action: Techniques to Achieve Clarity and Productivity at Work

Emmy Award winning comedy writers and performers Carol Leifer (writer for Saturday Night Live, Hacks, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Modern Family, The Larry Sanders Show, Seinfeld, and...10 Academy Awards shows!) and Rick Mitchell (writer and producer for Ellen Degeneres and TMZ) are the co-authors of How to Write a Funny Speech...for a Bar Mitzvah, Graduation & Every Other Event You Didn't Want to Go to in the First Place. The foreword is written by Carol Burnett...so just imagine how funny this book is. They teach you how to write and give a flawlessly funny speech for any occasion so you can look awesome, make some people laugh, and get it over with. They have the best tips and tricks up their sleeves like advice for making tasteful jokes that charm your audience and flatter the socks off your honoree. We discuss: -How did the two of them get to know each other and collaborate -How hard is it to break in as a comedy writer? -How did the idea for this book originate and how did they arrive at the long and unique book title?    -How many iterations of a comedy sketch do you typically go through before they feel they have reached the holy grail for that skit. -Carols favorite comedy skits she is most proud of? -Do they have any stage fright or jitters and how do they handle it and advise the rest of to? -Did they ever struggle in the business? -How long should a speech be and what are some of the signs that someone's special occasion speech is just too darn long? -What you should never do in your special occasion speech -The #1 mistake people make right out of the gate at a special event speech and how should a great speech start -A writing trick you can do when you first start writing a speech but are not really in a gung ho mood to write -What should the meat of the speech consist of? (stories) -What are some of the reasons you should feel good after the speech?

Dion Dimucci has been a Rock 'N' Roll pioneer since the late 1950's with his iconic band Dion and the Belmonts. They scored hit after hit including The Wanderer, Runaround Sue, A Teenager in Love and Abraham, Martin and John making them Rock 'N' Roll royalty. Dion co-wrote a stunningly gorgeous coffee table sized book with his pal Adam Jablin called Dion The Rock 'N' Roll Philosopher: Conversations on Life, Recovery, Faith and Music. There are one-of-a-kind photos in the book with music legends Pail Simon, Eric Clapton, Tony Bennett, Bruce Springsteen, Clive Davis, Lou Reed and more. We discuss: 1. How did you come up with the name Dion and the Belmonts? 2. How was it like growing up in Da Bronx being part of the gang the Fordham baldies? Thanks to you guys I have this beautiful coffee table sized book beautifying…my coffee table. Adam 3. How did Dion and Adam get hooked up with each other & what inspired the co-creation of this book? 4. What Dion feels are the reasons for his early success. 5. What gave him the self-confidence that he was a great singer & the ability to sing to millions of people? 6. As with many Rock Legends, Dion seemingly had it all from an outsider's perspective. The hit songs, the fame, the adulation, screaming girls, the power & money…did he feel he had it all and why does he think he turned to a debilitating addiction and what helped him to overcome it? 7. Paul Simon in the books Forward said they don't see each other often but their phone conversations can go on for an hour & usually drift into the spiritual. What does he mean by that? 8. Was there an Aha moment where all of a sudden he found God? How did his spirituality emerge and sustain over all these years? 9. Eric Clapton in the book's prologue says Dion has an essential ingredient: SOUL…buckets of it. How did this soul start & evolve? 10. In 2020 hindsight, what would Dion change if he had to do it all over again? 10. When did Dion first start wearing the berets he is iconically known for and why do you like that signature look? 11.On Feb. 2, 1959 at the Winter Dance Party, there were 4 groups on the bill. Buddy Holly & The Crickets, Big Bopper, Richie Valens & Dion & The Belmonts. The plane didn't make it home and some like Don Maclean called it "The Day the Music Died." What did those guys mean to Dion and why wasn't he on that fatal plane?

I believe this is the most important podcast episode ever done in history! Big words for sure...now let me back them up Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn is a world renowned cardiologist who was a surgeon at the famed Cleveland Clinic, the top Heart Hospital in the world.  He is the author of the best selling book Prevent & Reverse Heart Disease and was also prominently featured in the groundbreaking documentary Forks Over Knives.  His pioneering work with Coronary Artery Disease has saved countless lives. We explore: Who has heart disease? What percentage of people? Why in his 9th decade of life does Dr. Esselstyn continue to talk about eradicating or slowing the progression of heart disease. What's is the mission that's still driving him. When he speaks of Preventing and Reversing Heart Disease is he primarily speaking about Coronary Artery Disease or all Heart Disease? The internet is filled with Drs & others promoting Keto and low Carb Diets and they swear by their research. How do we explain the claimed successes of those diets...or are they really successful? Why are ALL oils bad, especially for those with coronary artery disease?  Are there any oils that are good for those that don't have heart disease? Should everyone have a Calcium Score and when should they be alarmed? How important is it to lower LDL and raise HDL? What does he think of Statins? Why should there never be a reason to develop heart disease. At what point should someone have an angiogram and stents placed or bypass surgery? How does someone track their progress after a positive stress test and starting a Whole Food plant -based diet Why a Whole Food Plant Based Diet is Different than a Vegan diet Why do leafy greens eaten 6x a day help to mitigate or reverse further coronary artery disease? Which are the best greens to eat? Which are the next best foods after greens? How about Nightshades? Good or Bad? Can this diet prevent event the most serious heart blockages and circumvent even a quadruple bypass? How much fat is recommended for those with coronary artery disease and how much of that in saturated fat?  Is all saturated fat equal? What three Whole Foods are bad for Coronary Artery Disease patients?  How about sweeteners?

John Schneider's extensive acting career includes the iconic roles of "Bo Duke" on The Dukes of Hazzard, “Jonathan Kent” on Smallville and "Jim Cryer" on Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots, along with recurring appearances on Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman, Nip/Tuck, The Secret Life of the American Teenager, Dancing with the Stars, and most recently, The Masked Singer. As an independent filmmaker, John continues to write, direct and star in his own movies, including Christmas Cars (2019), Stand On It (2020), Poker Run (2021) and To Die For (2022). He also co-starred with Reba McEntire in Lifetime's 2021 holiday hit, Christmas In Tune, which follows several cross-generational smashes, from Smokey and the Bandit (Burt Reynolds) to Felicity: An American Girl Adventure (Shailene Woodley) and Sydney White (Amanda Bynes). John is now appearing til February 4, 2025 in the longest run off-Broadway show of all-time Perfect Crime. Get tickets here: www.perfect-crime.com.

Over the span of four years, one afternoon at a time, professional biographer Rhonda Lauritzen sat across from Heidi Posnien, now an 88-year-old woman who spent her childhood in the heart of Berlin, just a stone's throw from Hitler's seat of power. Posnien shared strikingly clear memories of the fear and uncertainty that permeated Nazi-infested Berlin during World War II as well as memories of her mother, Käthe, a rising star in Germany's opera scene. But perhaps the most remarkable part of Posnien's story is her survival in a bombed-out apartment during the final weeks of the war when she was just 9 years old.    A Child in Berlin is the remarkable true story of Heidi Posnien, her mother and their courage in the face of Nazi terror as told to Lauritzen. Käthe is a mother who must choose between her conscience and her dreams of becoming an opera star. She discovers the truth about what is happening to her Jewish friends around the time she attends a dinner party presided by Adolf Hitler himself. She realizes she cannot remain among Nazi society and makes the gut-wrenching choice to leave the opera. To support herself and young Heidi, she joins Berlin's black-market network and ends up dealing in more than just food. As others evacuate the capital, Käthe harbors a secret that anchors them in the epicenter of danger.   While Käthe becomes ever more preoccupied with survival, Heidi and a roving pack of friends make mischief in Berlin's rubble. The war devolves, and she braves hunger, cold and feelings of abandonment as she shuttles between Berlin and the Polish countryside. Heidi's ultimate test comes when she must survive alone in a bombed-out apartment during the final weeks of World War II. Her moxie shows how children are capable of far more than adults realize.   Heidi Posnien married an American soldier after the war. She now lives in Huntsville, Utah. Her story serves as a reminder of the resilience and strength of the human spirit, even in the darkest of times. Her firsthand account of life in Nazi-occupied Berlin offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in world history. As she nears her 90th birthday, Posnien continues to share her story in the hopes of educating future generations about the horrors of war and the importance of standing up against tyranny.   “I've been down in the deepest sorrows, but I've also been on the best of highs too,” Posnien said. “I've eaten this big, beautiful life; I never let it eat me.”

Austin C. Wright is the son of the late Jordan M. Wright & serves as Chairman of the Museum of Democracy. In this capacity, he has been able to share his father's ginormous collection with the world through the Museum & its national exhibitions. As Wright continues to grow his father's collection, his emphasis is on ensuring it remains accessible to all, particularly the younger generations, to educate them about freedom & democracy & inspire them to engage in the political process. The book he co-wrote with his father, CAMPAIGNING FOR PRESIDENT is a comprehensive look at 'campaign paraphernalia" through the ages. Nixon; Reagan; Obama; Biden; Trump; RFK JR. & Harris. It is NOT political. Austin's father started the process and after he passed, he continued. In this fascinating interview we discuss: *What motivated your father to begin collecting? *When was the museum founded, and where were its objects displayed? *What was it like growing up surrounded by all the memorabilia? *Describe some of the most unique items in the collection. *How were most items obtained? *How did the situation with the LIU (Long Island University) collection display come about? *Why do you believe this museum is of importance to the American public? *What are the plans for the collection in 2024 and 2025

Sue Cameron has known, interviewed and befriended a plethora of Hollywood and Music A Listers.   In fact they are so famous, they would belong in an A+ list category if there was one. She has been a daily columnist & TV editor for The Hollywood Reporter, Hamptons & a Cosmo contributor.   She is an original founder of Women in Film, an organization of 25,000 members.  Sue has written a riveting, just can't put it down book called “Hollywood Secrets and Scandals: the truth behind stars closed doors.”  Sue has been a consultant for various entertainment people like Teri Hatcher, Joely Fisher, Suzanne Somers, Valerie Harper, Carole King, Kim Novak, Debbie Reynolds and many others who don't want their names revealed.  In her book's dedication, she mentions Kim Novak, Debbie Reynolds and Joan Rivers as MY SUPREMES.   No other reporter has ever had her of access to celebrities.  We discuss: -Why so many of these A Listers allowed her so closely into their lives -What was her motivation for writing such an intriguing, juicy book of 361 pages -Do famous people regret being famous or do they mostly enjoy & embrace it?  -Any that didn't enjoy or couldn't handle their fame?  -She has written over 2,5000 columns & interviews reporting on Hollywood celebrities & social and political events.  Which interviews & stories stand out the most? -Jimi Hendrix.   The Mama Cass Ham Sandwich story.   Richard Simmons.    OJ Simpson.   Sonny & Cher.   Wonder Woman Lynda Carter.   Her blog, www.cameroncolumn.blogspot.com is widely read and generates attention everywhere

Eddie Wilson is a businessman who is known as the “King of Exits.” He has owned over 125 companies and exited over 120 of them successfully. His current private equity firm Collective Influence has significant holdings as well. Of those holdings, the Private Equity firm owns – Think Realty, American Association of Private Lenders, Apticode, FitCon, Tax Free Crypto, Because Coffee, The Power Room, Money Is…and about 10 other companies.  He is also known for creating an operating system that manages the growth of his companies systematically allowing him the greatest odds for success. His operating system is known as the Empire Operating System. With all of his success in his 40s he has turned his efforts to humanitarian non-profit activities with his foundation Impact Others.  In this episode, you will learn: -Exactly what an Exit Strategy means and why you absolutely have to have one when you start a business  -How Eddie become so proficient in exit strategies to earn him the title of the King of Exits  -How to grow and scale your business without working 7 days  -Advice for new entrepreneurs. What are the musts they should do and what are the common pitfalls they should look to avoid?  -How do you find the best employees and what traits do you look for when hiring? -The Aspire Tour – How these new tours are taking the country by storm. Inspire your growth Financially, Professionally, Personally.  May 17 in Miami from 7 til 7pm.  Mr. Wonderful Kevin O'Leary, Marcus Lemonis from The Profit TV Show, Alex Rodriguez, Gary V and others. July 20 at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

Bob Burg has been successfully showing entrepreneurs, leaders, & sales pros for over 30 yrs, how to build relationships, communicate their value, & accelerate their business growth as one of the top Sales and Entrepreneur trainers in the world.  Though for years he was best known for his sales classic, Endless Referrals, it's his business parable he co-authored, The Go-Giver, that has created a worldwide movement.  While part of a four-book series, The Go-Giver itself has sold well over a million copies & been translated into 30 languages. It was rated #10 on Inc. Magazine's list of The Most Motivational Books Ever Written, & was on HubSpot's 20 Most Highly Rated Sales Books of All Time.  An advocate, supporter, & defender of the Free Enterprise system, Bob believes that the amount of money one makes is directly proportional to how many people they serve. In this interview, hear about: -Most people just laugh when they hear that the secret to success is giving…Then again, most people are nowhere near as successful as they wish they were.”  -Examples of what a salesperson or entrepreneur can give a prospective client -Change focus from getting to giving...putting others interests first & adding value to their lives ultimately leads to unexpected returns. Give & You Shall Receive.”  -“Don't give as a quid pro quo, not as a strategy to get ahead, but because it is, in & of itself, a satisfying & fulfilling way to be.” -Five Laws of Stratospheric Success. -How do you turn a Cold Call into a Warm Call? -How can you have business organically flow to you instead of always trying to push, persuade, cajole, hype or any other artificial way of making a sale? -How do you deal with the prospect you know is your perfect client, but just won't give you the time of day.  They don't return your email, phone calls or texts. -One golden nugget of advice from a “drive-by mentor” totally shifted Bob's perspective and played a big role in his success. -One thing to absolutely AVOID doing when seeking out a mentor.  -What's the best way to find a mentor? -Why being a “Go-Giver” is absolutely congruent with — and even honors — human nature.   

Nigel Holland is a founder of the world class band Evil Woman “The American ELO.” The Electric Light Orchestra, known around the world as the “Premier Orchestral Rock & Roll Band," pumped out many great hits in the 1970's like Can't Get It Out of My Head, Strange Magic & Evil Woman. There was no other band quite like them. They combined the beat of disco thumpers, outlandish space-age iconography, triumphant classical orchestral arrangements, and gentle, intricate harmonies influenced by the Beatles. In this podcast, Nigel discusses: Why they are called the American ELO What should we expect at an ELO concert What attracted him most to the Electric Light Orchestra music Who were his musical influences What Success principals he feels contribute to his success What makes Evil different than other bands in your same genre Why they chose to go with the name Evil Woman and what does that iconic ELO song mean to him    

Masood Boomgaard is an internationally renowned comedian who is probably your favorite alternative life coach also known by his alter ego “Self-Help Singh.”   The comedian, & (de)motivational speaker and parody expert discovered his inner alter ego when as rumor has it, he fell & hit his head as he rushed to the toilet after some bad lamb vindaloo.  In this interview, Boomgaard provides simple, yet "common sense wisdom" on how to get your life together...without mincing words...and beware...some of those words are blue. Boomgard describes his Self-help Singh alter ego, who has been enjoyed by millions on the internet, as a comedic alternative life coach and de-motivational speaker. Now, Self-help Singh is LIVE with a hilarious and thought-provoking juxtaposition of stand-up comedy, parody & motivational speaking. This event contains adult content.  Masood Boomgaard Presents: Self-Help Singh Live in the Abdo New River Room at the Broward Center in Fort Lauderdale as part of the TRUIST Comedy Series on Friday, February 9 at 7 p.m. Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Broward Center & The Parker. Buy tickets online at BrowardCenter.org, or Ticketmaster.com; by phone at 954.462.0222; in person at the Broward Center's AutoNation Box Office.  The Broward Center for the Performing Arts is located at 201 SW Fifth Ave. in Fort Lauderdale. Self-help Singh is the alter ego of international comedian Masood Boomgaard. Self-help Singh, described as a comedic alternative life coach and de-motivational speaker, first appeared to Boomgaard in a vision after he fell and hit his head while rushing to the bathroom in an attempt to outrun the gastric consequences of bad lamb vindaloo. Boomgaard has since been sharing the "common sense wisdom" and de-motivational teachings of Self-help Singh to millions of people on the internet. The Self-help Singh live show is a hilarious yet thought provoking juxtaposition of stand-up comedy, parody and motivational speaking. Boomgaard lives in South Africa with his cat...for now 

BRUCE SUSSMAN received the 2022 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Book of a Musical for the Broadway show Harmony. With Jack Feldman, he co-authored the scores for Ted Tally's Coming Attractions (Outer Critics Circle Award) and Wendy Wasserstein's first musical, Miami, both produced by André Bishop at Playwrights Horizons. He also co-authored the score and book for Copacabana: The Musical, (Olivier Award nominee). His half century-long collaboration with Barry Manilow has produced over 200 songs that have been featured in numerous films & have been recorded by an array of artists, earning Grammy Awards & multiple Gold & Platinum records. We discuss:  What is it like collaborating with Barry Manilow and how did that all unfold? When did you first get the desire to write, score & produce music?  Who & what were your inspirations? Does writing the book for a show & scoring the music come naturally to you?  What are the easy parts, what are the hard parts and what does it take to get it all done to your exacting standards? Is there a secret to your success?   What advice would you offer someone else who needs a better roadmap to reach the same pinnacle of success that you have? The show's slogan is that HARMONY tells the extraordinary true story of the greatest entertainers the world would ever forget.  There were 6 Comedian Harmonists.   What made them so beloved at the time and why were they forgotten? What does the Broadway musical Harmony mean to you and can you tell our listeners exactly your role in the show is as the maestro behind the book and lyrics and also Barry Manilow's role with his original score in the show? What would you like audiences to take away from the intended meaning & message of the show  & how you would like to see them feeling during & after the show? How long did it take for Harmony to get to Broadway & why the long and winding road that finally landed the show there.  What are you most proud of?  Anything you would change?        

Judy Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, & a firm commitment to social activism. In the 1960s, she evoked both the idealism & steely determination of a generation united against social and environmental injustices. Six decades later, her luminescent presence shines brightly as new generations bask in the glow of her iconic 55-album body of work, & heed inspiration from her spiritual discipline to thrive in the music industry for half a century. The award-winning singer-songwriter is esteemed for her imaginative interpretations of traditional and contemporary folk standards & her own poetically poignant original compositions. Her stunning rendition of Joni Mitchell's “Both Sides Now” from her landmark 1967 album, Wildflowers, has been entered into the Grammy Hall of Fame. Judy's dreamy and sweetly intimate version of “Send in the Clowns,” a ballad written by Stephen Sondheim for the Broadway musical A Little Night Music, won "Song of the Year” at the 1975 Grammy Awards. She's garnered several top-ten hits gold- and platinum-selling albums. Recently, contemporary & classic artists such as Rufus Wainwright, Shawn Colvin, Dolly Parton, Joan Baez, and Leonard Cohen honored her legacy with the album Born to the Breed: A Tribute to Judy Collins. Judy began her impressive music career at 13 as a piano prodigy dazzling audiences performing Mozart's “Concerto for Two Pianos,” but the hard luck tales & rugged sensitivity of folk revival music by artists such as Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger seduced her away from a life as a concert pianist. Her path pointed to a lifelong love affair with the guitar & pursuit of emotional truth in lyrics. The focus and regimented practice of classical music, however, would be a source of strength to her inner core as she navigated the highs and lows of the music business.    

Jessica Vosk is one of Broadway's HOTTEST, surging STARS who played Elphaba in WICKED for 2 years & also appeared in Fiddler on the Roof as well as in Finding Neverland & The Bridges of Madison County. This celebrated singer & actress performs all over the US including at The Broadway Concert Series at Broward Center's Parker Playhouse in Ft. Laud. FL on Jan. 21, 2024 at 7pm which even I don't want to miss as I plan to attend. After this interview, I know you will want to join me. Here's what Jessica discusses: -What was it like growing up? Did she always want to be a singer & actress and what gave her the inspiration to be a performer? -Who inspired her and continues to inspire her? -How she get such a plum role like Elphaba and how may people did she compete with for the part? -What does performing do for her? What brings her the most joy in performing? -Do she ever experience fear or jitters and if so, how does she handle and overcome it? -What would be her dream performing role or scenario? -Her sold out Carnegie Hall debut in Nov. 2021 and her second sold-out show Get Happy: A Judy Garland Centennial Celebration in Dec 2022. Jessica takes center stage at The Parker on Sun, Jan. 21 at 7 pm accompanied by Grammy- and Emmy Award-winner John McDaniel, who was seen leading the band on the Rosie O'Donnell show for its entire six year run. I am already sold & I am super excited but what is the rest of the potential audience in store for? What should we expect? Buy tickets online at ParkerPlayhouse.com and Ticketmaster.com; by phone at 954.462.0222; and in person at the Broward Center's AutoNation Box Office. Hang in on the interview til the end when Jessica gifts us with an a cappella verse of one of her favorite songs!!!

Neale Donald Walsch is the author of the international best seller Conversations With God, published in 1995, which became a global publishing phenomenon, staying on the New York Times Best Sellers List for 137 weeks. He is the author now of Godtalk: Experiences of Humanity's Connections with a Higher Power In this epic interview, we discuss: -Why Neale feels Conversations With God resonated with so many people -Did he always believe in God and why he is 100% convinced there is a God -Can anyone talk with God -How 2 way communication with this very real God can change your life -How one can be sure the communication is not just one way -What inspired him to write Godtalk and what makes it different from Conversations With God and his other books -Why divine intervention has led you as a listener to choose to listen to this specific interview among the trillions of choices available to you. Why the necessary steps were divinely set up for you so you decide to listen right now when you need to most. Neale says "Don't Look Now, but God is talking to you." -How God is engaging with everyone who actively seeks a conversation & how God is also communicating with us all the time even when we are not actively seeking conversation.

Sean Young was one of Hollywood's leading actresses. She starred in iconic movies like Blade Runner, No Way Out, Wall Street, Fatal Instinct & showed her comedic chops in Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. She is now starring in a one woman play off-Broadway in New York City called Ode to the Wasp Woman. In this exclusive interview we discuss: When did you decide you wanted to become an actress? Why did think you could make it in a profession where most people don't? Self-confidence or something else? What motivates and drives you to continue to do what you? What challenges did you face in your life, what have you overcome and what have you learned from these setbacks? Any regrets, things you would have liked to have done differently? Tell us about Ode to the Wasp Woman. What intrigued you and sold you on doing this Play? What do you want audiences to feel during and after the Play? What's next in Sean Young's fascinating life journey?

John Catsimatidis went from rags to riches to become the CEO of the Red Apple Group where he began his meteoric rise to billionaire status as the founder of the Gristedes supermarket chain in New York City. He started as a child immigrant from very modest beginnings were he had to learn English and where he took one small grocery store and turned it into a sprawling empire. He has gone on to be wildly successful in other industries including real estate, energy, sports and media as the owner of WABC Radio in NYC. His book is How Far Do You Want To Go: Lessons from a Common-Sense Billionaire. If you ever dreamed of hitting the Lotto, dream on...or learn the blueprint from this book on how to get to the top...the very top. Topics we cover in this interview include: What was life like growing up in West Harlem? What inspired you to write a book and what are the main takeaways you wish for our audience to learn from reading it? What do you believe are your secrets or not so secret principles that have enabled you to build not only a successful business empire but a successful personal life as well? What is your idea of common sense that you allude to in the subtitle of your book? There is an incredible quote in your book that was your public school's slogan: Never let it rest until our good gets better and our better gets best. What does that mean to you and how have you applied this lesson? In the book, you say that you were insecure in public school. Insecure that you weren't smart enough. Insecure that your English was not good enough. Insecure that the other kids had more and knew more. Insecure that you did not belong. How did you cope with that at 5 years old & how did you overcome this? What role does collaborating with others play in your life and do you have a prime example that comes to mind of a particularly mutually successful collaboration? Can you tell us what is the sink or swim theory you learned from your cousin in Greece?

Bill Boggs is an Emmy-Award winning TV Talk Show host, producer & author who began his career in comedy. His TV credits include the long running Midday Live out of New York City. He was the executive producer of the groundbreaking The Morton Downey Show and was the co-creator & host of the syndicated Series Comedy Tonite. He has interviewed some of the most notable personalities of all-time, including a rare talk show interview with Frank Sinatra. John Belushi, Martha Stewart, Brooke Shields, Elliot Gould, Carly Simon, Sammy Davis Jr., Yul Brynner, Jerry Lewis, Howard Stern are among the hundreds of bold faced names he has interviewed in his storied on-air career. Bill is the author of the 2023 book Spike Unleashed: The Wonder Dog Returns (sequel to The Adventures of Spike the WonderDog).  

Joe Pantoliano has starred in numerous films including Risky Business with a 21 yr old Tom Cruise, Midnight Run, The Matrix, Teddy and TV shows like The Sopranos.  He is now starring in the highly entertaining musical Rock & Roll Man in New York City. In this exclusive interview we discuss: -What it was like growing up dirt poor and how that inspired him to go into show business -What it is like having roles in nearly 200 Films/TV shows/stage performances   -How he get into the 1983 movie Risky Business and if he thought Tom Cruise would be the blockbuster star he is today -What he is most proud of among those 200 some odd roles and why -Why did he take his current dual roles in Rock & Roll Man and what intrigued him about the musical's central theme about rock pioneer Alan Freed and the challenges of integrating Rock & Roll for both black and white audiences -What he hopes audiences feels, learns and takes away from the show ultimately  

Eppie Lederer, better known as ANN LANDERS, was the most famous advice columnist in the world. Her columns were syndicated in newspapers all over North America. In this exclusive interview with her only child, Margo Howard, we learn: -That her father, Jules Lederer, was equally accomplished as her mother was, as the founder of Budget Rent a Car -Margo's infamous and controversial first article she wrote for the Chicago Tribune in the late 60's -What is was like growing up with a famous mother and a hugely successful entrepreneur father -How her mother landed the column as Ann Landers despite her lack of a degree and being told repeatedly she wasn't qualified -What made Ann Landers a must read newspaper column for decades -What life lessons Margo learned from her mother -Which famous actor Margo was married to -What she would change if she could And more!

Constantine Maroulis hit it big & became a household name during the heyday of “American Idol.”   He is best known today for his iconic star turn in Broadway's Rock of Ages for which he received a Best Actor Tony Award® nomination.  His stage acting work also includes Jekyll & Hyde, The Wedding Singer, RENT, Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, The Toxic Avenger, and now he stars in the lead role of the off-Broadway blockbuster musical sensation…Rock & Roll Man.  We discuss: -What was it like growing up and did he always know he had singing & acting chops and did he always want to be a star? -How did he get on American Idol and what was it like taking the country by storm with his breathtaking performances on the show and emerging out of anonymity to an instant star? -How is it like getting on stage and performing in front of tens of millions on TV vs. a more intimate audience of a few hundred people on a stage. Does he get nervous on TV or stage? -How was American Idol's Simon Cowell?  -What made him excited about taking on the iconic, but challenging role of being the first person to ever portray trailblazing DJ Alan Freed (who actually is credited with coining the term Rock & Roll) in an entire show in the extraordinary new Musical Rock & Roll Man.  -What does he hope audiences feel and what does he hope they learn and take away from the show? - Rock & Roll Man features Rock & Roll Classics created by Legends such as Little Richard, Chuck Berry, LaVern Baker, Buddy Holly, Bo Diddley & The Killer Jerry Lee Lewis. However, Constantine sings all original songs which require a lot of heavy lifting. He tells us about the creative process in perfecting brand new songs no one ever did prior.  -What it is like getting standing ovations and having people dance in the aisles every show? -What are the secrets to his success and what he would advise other actors or other people in general that want to follow in your footsteps?    

Bob Gaudio was inducted into the Songwriters, Rock and Roll, and the New Jersey Hall of Fame.  He was the principal writer & an original member of The Four Seasons, as in Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. He wrote and/or co-wrote “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don't Cry,” “Walk Like a Man,” “Can't Take My Eyes Off You” and numerous others. He produced a number of songs for Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Roberta Flack & others. He co-produced the Frank Sinatra album Watertown His longtime association with Neil Diamond yielded seven albums.   It seems like almost everything Bob was involved with was wildly successful. Born in da Bronx and moved to New Jersey, he created the music for the hit Tony Award winning Broadway musical Jersey Boys, in which he was also portrayed. He is now the co-Lead producer of the sensational Neil Diamond Broadway musical A Beautiful Noise. In this exclusive interview, Bob discusses: -How his upbringing led him down his musical path -How his immersion in music and confidence from an early age helped his meteoric level of success starting in his teens -The main secret behind his success that is also the secret behind all success -What about his career he is most proud of and why?   -How the original band The Four Lovers evolved into the Four Seasons in 1960  -How the evolution occurred where he ended up becoming The Producer of The Four Seasons  -Bob's favorite songs -What inspired the song Cheri?  -Was Can't Take My Eyes Off of You inspired by anyone? -How he feels about the streaming business today in a contemporary world  -Of all of the acts he worked with outside of The Four Seasons, which one intrigued him most.   -How it was like producing the Neil Diamond / Barbra Streisand duet You Don't Bring Me Flowers and the Neil Diamond Album of the same name  -His role as co-lead producer of the Neil Diamond Broadway musical A Beautiful Noise. -What Bob expects audiences to feel during the musical and how he wants audiences to feel after they leave the show -What about the show he is most proud of?    -What he thinks makes Neil Diamond & his music able to transcend the usual fading plateau of success & instead be as strong as ever in now a remarkable 7 decades of musical success where his classic songs like Sweet Caroline still resonates today & even where Gen Z can sing the lyrics of.  -What would Bob Gaudio want to be most remembered for considering his breath of work and life has had so many highpoints?  

Ramon Hervey II has earned global recognition as a highly regarded entertainment manager, brand consultant & publicist who has represented Richard Pryor, Bette Midler, Paul McCartney, the Bee Gees, Muhammad Ali, Caitlyn Jenner, Quincy Jones, Vanessa Williams, The Commodores with Lionel Richie, the Jacksons with Michael Jackson and a whole lot more A Listers. He is the author of the book...The Fame Game: An Insider's Playbook for Earning Your 15 minutes. After having invested 4 decades in playing the fame game, Ramon reveals: -Why he calls fame a "game" and why he choose that word for his book title. -That there is no sure way to become famous and just like in any game, there is no guarantee. Fame is unpredictable. -What percentage of people in the world are famous? (hint: less than 1%). -Fame and Success don't come with a warranty -Does luck play a role in success and fame? -The pursuit of fame...is it a worthy, positive goal? -Can you understand fame before you become famous? -Why did Richard Pryor, at the height of his fame, attempt suicide & what was the famous incident which almost killed him that he later confessed to as a suicide attempt?  -Why all famous people reach a lull in their fame and have to reinvent their career -Why everybody is not suited for fame -His crisis management for his ex-wife, Miss America pageant winner Vanessa Williams (who famously posed for Penthouse) -The chapter in his book: Fame Begets Fame - The More You Get, The Harder It is to Manage -What he is most proud of

Jairek Robbins is the son of legendary Motivational Speaker Tony Robbins. He is a decorated human performance coach & speaker to world class companies & organizations.  He is the best selling Author of

Few people knew John Lennon as intimately as May Pang. Pang was Lennon's lover during the infamous “Lost Weekend” which lasted 18 months during late 1973 through 1975.  In this exclusive interview, we learn about their relationship and the kind of person John Lennon really was. During this highly creative time for Lennon, Pang took candid photos of Lennon in a comfortable, relaxed environment. A collection of these private photographs will be on display in various cities, including at City Winery in NYC this Sat April 8 and Sun April 9. The exhibition entitled, “The Lost Weekend – The Photography of May Pang” coincides with the feature film documentary “The Lost Weekend : A Love Story” that premieres in theaters beginning April 13th. Admission to the exhibit is free to the public and all works are available to purchase. Advance tickets to the film premiere screening are on sale now at: https://www.thelostweekendtickets.com/?campaign=IconicYT. Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/6v07NzukoZU. May Pang will be in attendance at City Winery NYC and signing copies of her fine art photographs for customers. On Sunday, the fabulous Beatles band “Strawberry Fields” will be performing their weekly Ultimate Beatles Brunch concert at noon (admission required, tickets available at https://citywinery.com/NewYork/Online/Article/new-york-strawberry-fields-lp-2023.) Billed as “a weekend that lasted 18 months and a love story that took 50 years to tell”, THE LOST WEEKEND: A LOVE STORY (from Iconic Releasing) explores the 18-month relationship (1973-1975) that John Lennon spent with May Pang, his Chinese American assistant turned lover (on Yoko Ono's insistence and which she came to regret). With May's help, he had his most artistically and commercially productive period post-Beatles—with the albums "Mind Games", "Walls and Bridges", which included his only #1 Hit Single "Whatever Gets You Through the Night", "Rock and Roll" and collaboration with Rock legends Elton John, David Bowie, Harry Nilsson, Mick Jagger, and Ringo among others. Also, on that album Pang can be heard on the song “#9 Dream” where she whispers John's name in the song. Another song on the album “Surprise, Surprise (Sweet Bird of Paradox)” was written about Pang. Pang chronicles it all revisiting her younger self, as a naïve 22-year-old experiencing her first unforgettable love. Pang also encouraged Lennon to reconnect with his family and his friends, which ultimately led to a reunion with Paul McCartney and a memorable jam session between the two Beatles. Pang also arranged for Julian Lennon to visit his father for the first time in almost three years. One of Pang's photographs of Julian Lennon graces the cover of Julian's latest album entitled “Jude.”  Lennon also went into the studio with friend Harry Nilsson during this time and produced his album “Pussy Cats.” It was during this time that Pang rented a house in Santa Monica and moved in with Lennon and fellow partiers Ringo Starr, Keith Moon (The Who) and Harry Nilsson. Several photos from this time also appear in the exhibition.  “The Lost Weekend – The Photography of May Pang” exhibition will provide fans a rare opportunity to see John Lennon in a new light, through the lens of someone who knew him intimately during one of the most creative periods of his life. Pang's photos will be on display and available to purchase for two days only. Check out the show and meet May Pang at City Winery NYC, 25 11th Avenue (at 15th Street), New York, NY for two days only, Saturday, April 8 and Sunday, April 9, 2023.

Sam Ron bears personal witness to the greatest atrocity in human history. As of March 2023, he is one of the only remaining Holocaust Survivors his age who survived four concentration camps...and a Death March.  He turns 99 in July 2023. His story is remarkable...and he himself is equally as remarkable.  You will learn: -Where did Sam grow up and what was life like before the Germans invaded his country? -How life changed once the Germans invaded and how long did the changes take? -Why and when did Sam and his family decide to go into hiding and where did he hide? -How did Sam end up in the Krakow Ghetto, how was it different than the infamous Warsaw Ghetto, and what took place in the Ghetto?   -When did Sam first realize that the Germans were not just transporting Jews to what they disguised as labor camps, but were actually killing them. -How many times was Sam transported in cattle cars and what was that like? -Which concentration camps was Sam in & what were they like? -What was life like in the concentration camps and why did they move Sam around to different camps? -What is a Death March and why and how did that happen? -What lessons should our listeners take away from Sam's experience? -What does Never Again mean to Sam and why is so important for him to share this and other Holocaust lessons

Mark Kostabi is a prolific, world renowned artist with over 30,000 paintings under his belt!   In 1982, he moved to New York City and by 1984 he was already a prominent figure of the East Village art scene.. He is most known for his paintings of faceless figures which often comment on contemporary political, social and psychological issues.  His paintings are displayed all over the world. He has designed album covers, a Swatch watch and public works throughout Italy where he divides his time between Rome and New York City.  In this exclusive interview on The Motivation Show we discuss: -What are his six golden rules for success that have catapulted him to fame and fortune? -Why the faceless figures in his art he is so renowned? What do they represent? -What is he most concerned about in the world today that he reflecting in his art? -Why did he move from NY from CA & why he thinks his career took off like wildfire in the East Village art scene of the day? -Who were his artistic influences? -What is he most proud of? -How would he like to be remembered? -What advice would he give anyone starting out today? Mark's paintings are on display at Park West Gallery locations around the world including in New York City at Park West Gallery in Soho https://www.parkwestgallery.com/newyork/

Psychic Medium Craig McManus is well known in the New York City area as one of the top mediums in his field, with a four-year waiting list he says for those who want to experience his gift of connecting the living with friends and family in spirit. He has written five books on ghosts and spirits, and currently teaches courses on how people can hone and use their natural intuitive and psychic ability. Craig has been featured in the press and on TV with appearances on Haunted Towns and the TODAY Show. We ask Craig: -When did he first realize he had the gift of communicating with the dead -How does he bring through spirits -What tends to come through from spirits -What kind of healing those that lost loved ones have reported receiving Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gilbert O'Sullivan is a celebrated and beloved worldwide charting artist who has charted 16 top 40 records including six No. 1 songs. Across his career, he has recorded 20 studio albums. The music magazine Record Mirror voted him the top UK male singer of 1972. His worldwide #1 hit “Alone Again (Naturally)” celebrated its 50th Anniversary in 2022 and was nominated for three Grammy® Awards. It spent six non-consecutive weeks at number one on Billboard's Hot 100 between late July and early September 1972 in America. -Learn about his “Best Of” collection released in 2022 which spans a 67 track career including a collection of music from 1970 til 2022.   -His latest Album “Driven” and what the title derives from and means   -What Shindig! Magazine had to say about O'Sullivan's Driven album in 2022 -Who were the greats that influenced his career, musical style and lyrics (hint...one influence was a foursome and another was pioneer folk singer) -Did he know when we wrote it if “Alone Again" would be the huge hit it became? -In Alone Again Naturally. some of the classic lyrics are: "And at 65 years old, my mother, God rest her soul, Couldn't understand why the only man, she had ever loved had been taken."  Was that a true story about his mother and father and is that what inspired this song? -Which cities Gilbert is touring in these days and how to learn more about his upcoming gigs and albums Today, Irish singer-songwriter Gilbert O'Sullivan continues to be regarded with tremendous affection & his songs remain well-loved around the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gianni Russo is known as the Hollywood Godfather, which also happens to be the name of his best selling book. In the book, he candidly talks about his life in the mob as well as his glorious movie career starring in The Godfather 1 & 2 movies. Wait til you hear some of the incredible people he palled around with including some of the infamous ladies he was…well…let's just say he was associated with.  You will learn: -Where he grew up and what were the circumstances & motivations that led him to being a Mafia Associate. -What...ahem..."activities" did being a mafia associate actually entail?  -What is different about Little Italy today vs. in the old days when Mob boss John Gotti ruled the roost at the infamous Ravenite Social Club? -What inspired him to do a tell-all memoir, or should I say…ALMOST all, called: Hollywood Godfather: My Life in the Movies and the Mob -What was his relationship with notorious gangster Frank Costello, former crime boss of the Luciano crime family. -At the age of 25, you came out of nowhere and was cast in the original Godfather movie as Sonny Corleone's brother-in-law Carlo Rizzi. How did he get that plum role?   -The famous nightclub he owned in Sin City, and the night where he shot and killed someone in self defense and what notorious affiliation the person he killed had. -The mafia code of silence and how it began to disintegrate and why wise guys started singing like canary's -His relationship with Marilyn Monroe -His second book The 6th Family: A Gianni Russo Novel – Book 1., the first in a series of books where there is much truth in the fiction. -Does he have any regrets & what he would do differently?  -What positive and inspiring messages can my listeners learn from your 80 years of a roller coaster life? -How he would like Gianni Russo to be remembered?   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hunter Arnold is a Producer of a plethora of Broadway Tony Winners and hits including Kinky Boots, Dear Evan Hansen, Pretty Woman, the current Broadway musicals Hadestown, Some Like It Hot… the Neil Diamond musical A Beautiful Noise… and the Play, Pictures from Home at Studio 54 with Nathan Lane, as well as upcoming shows like Back to the Future and Once Upon a One More Time - An original story powered by the music of Britney Spears. We discuss: -What influenced him early on to love theatre and eventually become a prolific Broadway Producer? -How the pandemic changed things and how did he and does he maintain optimism when things looked so bleak and we are still not entirely out of the woods? -It has been said that only one in four and five shows turn a profit. Is that true, and why against these odds does he produce Broadway shows? -What he looks for when deciding to produce a show    Does he have any specific criteria or formulas that guide him? -Why Hunter has a passion for making Broadway more diverse, and how he would like to see how industry leaders such as himself make it happen.   If you are a Theatre//Broadway fan, you will find this exclusive fascinating, revealing and you will learn some behind-the-scenes info available no where else!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet Joe Germanotta, the father behind the international superstar Lady Gaga, and the owner of NYC's Italian restaurant Joanne Trattoria, in this one-of-a-kind interview. He discusses: -His wife Cynthia and her Born This Way Foundation - His other daughter Natalie - Lady's Gaga's Meat Dress - What makes Lady Gaga the success that she is - Lady Gaga's decision to quit school and start a music career - When Joe knew that Lady Gaga was going to be successful - How Joe would like to see Lady Gaga's best known for - How did Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett start to collaborate on music - What steered Joe into the restaurant business? - How did the name of Joanne Trattoria come about - Joe's favorite dish at Joanne Trattoria - Joe's favorite part of running a restaurant - Would Joe change anything about his life if he could - Joe's regrets - What Joe is proud of - Joe's philosophy and three easy steps of achieving anything - Joe's advise on how to make it in music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frankie Avalon was one of the original teenage heartthrob idols of the 1960's/70's. The star of many films of the 60's like Beach Blanket Bingo and Beach Party, he is forever identified with his co-star Annette Funicello. Avalon is perhaps best known to a later generation for his role in the 1970s musical film Grease as Teen Angel, in which he sings "Beauty School Dropout" to Frenchy. He had 31 charting U.S. Billboard singles from 1958 to late 1962, including number one hits, "Venus" and "Why" in 1959. Little known was his lucky break in December 1952, when Avalon made his American network television debut playing the trumpet in the Honeymooners "Christmas Party" sketch on The Jackie Gleason Show. In his 80's, and looking 30 years younger, Avalon still performs in Vegas and elsewhere and credits his youthful looks and energy to a line of Health Products he sells that you can learn more about on his website www.frankieavalon.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Loral Langemeier is a money expert, sought after speaker, entrepreneurial thought leader, and 5-Time New York Times Bestselling author including of the classic The Millionaire Maker, who is on a relentless mission to change the conversation about money and empower people around the world to become millionaires. Her latest book is: Make Your Kids Millionaires: The Step‑by‑Step Guide. If you dream of being a multi-millionaire, Loral is the real deal who has taught numerous people how to get rich with solid systems.. In this episode, you will learn: -Why you should create nothing less than "generational" wealth. -How to get started regardless of you current work status -Why you need to build a Tribe around you -Why you need to be entrepreneurial so you can have "legal deductions" -Why most people don't challenge themselves to become more suiccessful -How to Make Your Kids Millionaires Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bill Rodgers is the most celebrated Marathon runner of all time. He won both the NYC Marathon and The Boston Marathon 4x each, bursting onto the running scene by winning his first Boston in 1975. From 1975 to 1980, he was the undisputed king of American Marathon runners and over 42 years later he is still the best known Marathoner in the world. In this exclusive interview, you will learn about: -Bill's early Marathons and how some of those races did not go so well -When he first suspected he has the talent to win a Marathon -What was it like going from obscurity to instant legend by winning winning the Boston Marathon in 1975 and details of that historic race   -Would you do anything differently in your running career if you could do it all over again. -The Sport of Running, its growth in the US & around the World. -Bill's newest book Marathon Man: My 26.2-Mile Journey from Unknown Grad Student to the Top of the Running World. People can get a signed copy if they mention they heard about it on The Motivation Show podcast and write Bill at the Bill Rodgers Running Center or email BostonBilly1975@gmail.com,   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jill Lublin is an international speaker on the topics of Radical Influence, Publicity, Networking, Kindness & Referrals. She has been praised as a modern-day Dale Carnegie of Radical Influence. She is the author of 4 Best Selling books including Get Noticed…Get Referrals and co-author of Guerrilla Publicity with Jay Conrad Levinson of Guerilla Marketing fame, and Networking Magic. She is a master strategist on how to position your business for more profitability & visibility in the marketplace. She is CEO of a strategic consulting firm & has over a quarter a century of experience working with over 100,000 people as well as media from around the world.  In this interview you will learn: -How effectively can people with big dreams rather than big bankrolls do their own PR -What are some free or low cost PR strategies that the average overwhelmed Solopreneur or small business can implement pretty easily - How to get on major TV Talk Show or Radio Shows without your own publicist -What radical influence is. -Her thoughts on mastering Social Media If you ever wanted to shine in the spotlight and be recognized and featured for your unique talents and hard work, this is one of the most important podcasts you will ever listen to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Karen Grassle is best-known for playing one of television's most beloved mothers: the character of Ma on Little House on the Prairie, which aired for eight seasons on NBC and was one of the most successful dramatic series in TV history. For many fans, Grassle embodied the ultimate mother figure, and her portrayal of Caroline Ingalls continues to inspire audiences all over the world forty years later. But who was the woman behind the face of the quiet, supportive, and kind-hearted prairie woman? For the first time, Karen Grassle shares her life story in her own words in her book: BRIGHT LIGHTS, PRAIRIE DUST: Reflections on Life, Loss, and Love from Little House's Ma. In this interview, we get behind-the-scenes and find out that life on the "Prairie" was not as idyllic as it appeared to be through the TV tube. We discuss surprising and never-before-told details of what really happened on the Little House on the Prairie set, including her often contentious relationship with show creator and co-star Michael Landon. (Little Joe Cartwright of Bonanza fame). You will also find inspiration from Karen 's real life story of a woman determined to find meaning in her life as she reveals a raw and authentic account of her struggles with alcoholism, depression, and lack of self-worth as she journeyed from struggling theatre actress in London and New York to a world-recognized and adored television star.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr, Dean Ornish is the pioneer in the revolutionary field of Lifestyle Medicine. In this life-changing, literally life-saving interview, Dr. Ornish discusses his ground-breaking sixth book "UNDO IT! How Simple Lifestyle Changes Can REVERSE most Chronic Diseases." In this remarkable book he discusses the Unifying Theory...the four key components to wellness and reversing disease: EAT WELL. What is the most proven diet? MOVE MORE. How critical it is to exercise or even to simply walk. STRESS LESS. How Meditation, Yoga, other modalities and an improved mindset heals LOVE MORE. How giving and receiving love & intimacy transforms loneliness into healing. Life Magazine recognized Dr. Ornish as "one of the 50 most influential members of his generation"! As we all know, an once of prevention is worth a pound of cure...listen to this episode and heal yourself and your loved ones...while you still can!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1977 and 1978, the New York Yankees won world championships with one of the most colorful teams in sports history . Ray Negron was the batboy and got to know & be friends with the greatest Yankees of them all including three of the most controversial and flamboyant: Mr. October Reggie Jackson, 5 time hired/fired Yankee Manager Billy Martin, & "The Boss" George Steinbrenner. His story about Mickey Mantle in this podcast is priceless. Hear how a teenager from a Bronx ghetto defaces Yankee Stadium, but instead of becoming a jail bird, catches a break and becomes a Bat Boy for the Yankees instead during these glory years. if you are a baseball fan or just likes to be inspired by an against all odds story, this podcast will have you believing that anyone can turn their life around from the depths to the heights! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Raymond Moody is the author of the mega best selling book Life After Life where in 1975 the phrase "Near Death Experience" was first used.  He is a pioneer in Near Death research and has interviewed thousands of people who have had Near Death Experiences, including the most discussed ones on record.  He is not only a prolific author, but also a brilliant philosopher, psychologist & physician. In his latest book, God is Bigger Than the Bible, Raymond discusses that it is silly to believe that everything you know about god is contained in one book, no matter how holy it is.  In this interview we discuss: -What has him convinced that Near Death Experiences are real and not as some naysayers would have you believe lacking in scientific proof. -What are some of the common themes he encountered in his thousands of interviews with Near-Death Experience survivors. -How when we cross to other side we have a panoramic view of all that we have done in our life -How we get to see how we treated other people through their lens -How at the end of the day, ego is your biggest enemy and how only when you you start to focus on serving others with true love are you truly content Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr, David Perlmutter is best known for his #1 NY Times bestseller GRAIN BRAIN. He has written 7 other books including his latest Brain Wash, which shows you how to DETOX your Mind for CLEARER Thinking, DEEPER Relationships & lasting HAPPINESS.  Dr. Perlmutter explains in Brain Wash, that most of us have endless temptations. We can eat whatever we want, whenever we want. We can get absorbed in digital & social media all day long. We can buy things around the clock by touching a button or with a voice demand.   How does modern culture, with all of these endless enticements, threaten to rewire our brains & damage our health? Our brains are being gravely manipulated that lead to behaviors that leave us more lonely, anxious, depressed, illness prone, distrustful, overweight, etc. Dr. Perlmutter calls it a "mental hijacking." We get so frustrated, we just deal with it all, remain dissatisfied & just try to get through the day despite our suffering. Genuine joy remains elusive. The problems of the modern world feel more inescapable & crushing with each passing day. We know junk food is bad for us, yet we eat it all the time. We are being programmed to ingest these poisons.  In our attempts to cope we turn to instant gratification. Is there a way out of this abyss? There sure is! In this interview, Dr. Perlmutter reveals the mental hijacking that undermines us in our search for joy & meaning & help us "break the spell" and gives us the tools, through his ten-day Brain Wash Program, that we need to not only heal but be abundant and flourish.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Ziglar is a Motivational Speaker, Executive Coach, Conference Speaker & the CEO of Ziglar Inc.  His father was the incomparable Zig Ziglar, who was synonymous with motivation & self-improvement. Zig's messages of motivation and inspiration touched the lives of over 250 million people worldwide, & he will forever be remembered as a legend in Self Help.  Many of today's biggest names in Business, Finance, Marketing & Self-Improvement credit Zig for their success. In this exclusive interview that will change how you view success, we discuss: -What was it like growing up with Zig Ziglar as a father. How did his legendary status impact Tom growing up?   -Why did Tom choose to carry on your father's legacy? Was there ever a doubt in his mind that he would? -What made Zig unlike any other speaker in the world? -How is business going through a huge change right now. and how does leadership and mindset play a factor in business success?  -Some of the 8 Things in Life that Everyone Wants. -Zig Ziglar's most famous quotes -What is Stuffitis? -7 categories that Life Falls Into & Which ones do you work on Every Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode with Frank Lipman, MD, a pioneer & internationally recognized expert in the fields of Integrative & Functional Medicine, you will learn the keys to living a longer, healthier sleep which often starts with focusing on sleep. In his book Better Sleep, Better You, Dr. Lipman points out that getting quality sleep is literally a matter of life & death. He also points out: 1) 70% of people have sleep issues 2) Sleep is your primary rhythm and most of us are out of rhythm 3) All roads lead to and from sleep. You will learn the vital roles that both Melatonin and Cortisol play at the center of our sleep-wake "choreography" as he puts it. He calls it a delicate waltz between melatonin & cortisol production. We also discuss: -What's messing with our Melatonin production that's giving us uneven sleep. -How we are tampering with our biological clocks. -How he is less like a mechanic & more like a gardener in treating patients that often have tried many other doctors. -Why there is no one universal solution for all. Lack of sleep is a proven risk factor for Alzheimer's, Cancer, Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Stroke, Diabetes, Depression, Anxiety, Obesity. But this episode gives you some of the answers & hope you need...finally! Dr, Lipman has a 21 day reset program which offers quick results that helps you push the restart button on your internal clocks and achieve the results you so desperately and avoid being one of the grave statistics. Dr, Lipman is the founder of Eleven Eleven Wellness Center in NYC where patients from all over the world that have tried many other options come to him for resolution to even the most challenging health issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

in the early 1980's, Dr. Barbara H. Roberts became the physician to the notorious Crime Boss Raymond Patriarca who ran the New England Mafia for decades. She also became the Mistress of another Mafioso. You are about to hear a one-of-a-kind exclusive true story of controversy, heartbreak, political activism & ultimately…survival.  She is known as The Doctor Broad, which is also the title of her book which gives you play-by-play details of her fateful journey in the inner circle of mafia life.  In this episode, we take you through her early years growing up as a devout Catholic virgin who was the valedictorian of her high school class and wanted to be a nun. It was then a frigid day in Dec. 1980 when she made the fateful decision to be the physician of the mob boss & saved his life.  Learn what made her decide to take on this challenge knowing full well that there would be consequences by her mere association with a crime boss. How did she save Raymond Patriarca's life and how did he show his gratitude? Did she believe she was placed in this position as physician to a mob boss so she could learn some important life lessons that she can now share with our listeners? Why was she labeled The Doctor Broad, who labeled her and how accurate or inaccurate was that label back? Rest assured, you will be riveted to every detail of this real life mafioso inner circle story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this exclusive interview with Sharon Lechter, co-author of Rich Dad, Poor Dad & 14 other Rich Dad books, you will learn how to sell your business at a huge profit. In her latest book, Exit Rich, her skills as a Financial Literacy & Personal Growth Expert are amplified as she helps you avoid being in the 8 out of 10 businesses that do not sell. You will learn: How To Create Your Exit When You Begin -- Knowing What Your Desired End Game Is -- What Your Future Sale Should Look Like -- When Do Most Business Owners Usually Think Of Selling Their Business & When Is The Best Time To Sell It. -- How to Create a GPS Exit Model -- Determine your Destination (desired sales price) -- Know Your Current Location (the value of your company). -- Identify Who Your Buyers Will Be. --. Know Your Time Frame. -- Determine Your WHY -When setting goals to sell your business, she advises writing two lists: THINGS I DON'T WANT IN MY BUSINESS OR LIFE.  THINGS I DO WANT IN MY BUSINESS OR LIFE Also discussed: Reasons Most People Sell Their Business And How to Avoid The Wrong Reason Sharon Lechter is also the author of Think & Grow Rich for Women & co-author of Three Feet from Gold, Outwitting the Devil, Success & Something Greater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nik Wallenda, the world's greatest tightrope walking daredevil, has 11 Guinness World Records & a resume of accomplishing never before seen death defying feats. He has written his name in history as truly the “King of the High Wire”. He has performed live in every state in the USA & all over the world. He has garnered the support from tens of millions of live viewers in network television specials on ABC, The Discovery Channel & others. From crossing the Grand Canyon & Niagara Falls to walking blindfolded between two towers in Chicago, he personifies the Wallenda Family legacy of “Never Giving Up” & has time and time again proven that “Fear is a Liar”. That has led him to writing the book: Facing Fear: Step Out in Faith & Rise Above What's Holding You Back.  In this episode you will learn: Why fear is not justified. How you can overcome your fears. How anyone can be the best in whatever they do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DEAN MARTIN was a member of the infamous Rat Pack along with Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Joey Bishop & Peter Lawford. He was also one half of the comedy duo Martin and Lewis with Jerry Lewis and stared in many memorable films. In this interview, we talk with Dean's daughter, the incredibly multi-talented DEANA MARTIN - actress, singer & performer! She has achieved success as a hit recording artist, best-selling author, nationally syndicated radio host, licensed pilot, entrepreneur & acclaimed entertainer, How was it like being Dean's daughter? What did she learn from Dean? What do people not know about Dean Martin? Why was Dean so loved by so many millions? What was Jerry Lewis like? How does she do much seemingly effortlessly? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon Steiner is well regarded as the King of Sports Memorabilia. He has secured over 30 million autographs in his lifetime as the founder of Steiner Sports. As the current CEO of The Collectible Exchange, he is back in the collectibles game. His relationship with thousands of great athletes has enabled him to make a household name for himself and build an impeccable reputation as the go-to source for memorabilia to connect players to their fans. He is the author of several books including Living on Purpose: Stories about Faith, Fortune, and Fitness. In this episode he reveals his secret to success, including very simple steps to follow and emulate and How to Add Value. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

--Medical Disclaimer: The views of this podcast episode are solely those of the guest. The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. --Dr. Barbara H. Roberts was a cardiologist & Director of The Women's Cardiac Center at the Miriam Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island. She is the author of the fascinating book The Truth About Statins: Risks and Alternatives to Cholesterol-lowering Drugs. In her book, she says that over the last few decades she had been prescribing statins for her patients when it was indicated, & initially, these medicines seemed safe & reasonably well tolerated. But the more she learned about statins, both from the experiences of her own patients, & in the medical literature, the more concerned she become.   Dr. Roberts will share her point-of-view on: -Whether statins are a Miracle Cure as they have been touted by many cardiologists to be. How solid is the science behind justifying treating people with statins? -What are common side effects & how rare are they? -How about Red Yeast Rice as an alternative? -Is Cholesterol a vital part of every cell in our bodies & essential for the normal functioning of muscles, nerve cells, & the brain & how she feels they react if they are chronically starved of a chemical necessary for their proper function? -Do women have more side effects & different results than men? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices