Podcast appearances and mentions of bill anderson

Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text to 307-200-8222. Fridays from 2 pm to 3 pm MT. https://Ready-Radio.com READY RADIO Think prepping is all about stockpiling supplies? Think again! In this electrifying episode of Ready Radio, John Rush and Bill Anderson reveal the game-changer in true preparedness: putting purpose before performance. From business and family to self-defense and emergency planning, they expose how chasing trends and focusing on appearances can distract from what truly matters. Are your choices solving real problems or just ticking boxes? John and Bill will challenge you to rethink readiness from the ground up, beyond gear and into life itself: leadership, finances, priorities, and real-world skills. Discover why purpose-driven decisions build lasting resilience and true peace of mind. Ready to break free from checklist anxiety and fear-driven prepping? Tune in for a bold framework to help you live intentionally, boost your self-reliance, and get genuinely prepared for whatever comes next! Pastor Bill Anderson - https://www.prep2protectco.com/

Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text to 307-200-8222 Fridays from 2 pm to 3 pm MT. https://Ready-Radio.com What if the real risk isn't being unprepared—but preparing for the wrong things? Dive into Ready Radio as John Rush and Bill Anderson (https://www.prep2protectco.com/) reveal how the 80/20 Rule can transform your approach to preparedness, self-reliance, and everyday challenges. Discover why a handful of smart moves can deliver the biggest impact—whether it's personal security, emergency planning, food production, or building strong communities. Uncover why so many waste time and money on unlikely disasters while overlooking real threats like health setbacks, financial trouble, wild weather, and family emergencies. Hear practical stories from self-defense, homesteading, gardening, and resilience-building that you can put to use right away. John and Bill pull back the curtain on misinformation, fear tactics, and social media hype. Learn how to cut through the noise and focus your energy where it truly matters. Walk away with real strategies for building strength, creating resilience, and prioritizing what actually counts. If preparedness feels overwhelming, this episode delivers a no-nonsense roadmap for focusing on what matters most.

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Celebrity Chef, Author, and Record Breaking Chef Jet Tila joins Bill Anderson on The Pulse.  Jet talks about his life, success in the kitchen, and opening a new restaurant in Philly.

Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text to 307-200-8222. Fridays from 2 pm to 3 pm MT. https://Ready-Radio.com Step beyond the usual prepper talk and discover the heart of real resilience with guest host Bill Anderson (https://www.prep2protectco.com) on Ready-Radio! In this episode, Bill dives into the often-missed secret of true preparedness: building strong households and communities that can weather any storm—long before disaster strikes. Inspired by the story of Abraham's 318 trained men in Genesis 14, Bill sparks a provocative conversation: Are you ready to step up and become a true asset in emergencies, or are you just stockpiling information without taking real action? Bill peels back the layers of modern convenience to reveal its hidden cost: weakened communities and increased vulnerability in times of crisis. Imagine if emergency services were suddenly unavailable—do you know who in your neighborhood has life-saving skills? Who could you depend on at 2 a.m. when it matters most? Bill challenges you to look past the usual stockpiles and gear, and instead invest in real relationships, practical know-how, medical readiness, effective communication, food production, and mutual support networks. Break free from complacency and discover how to solve problems—even when technology fails you. Bill reveals surprisingly simple ways to start building self-reliance, no matter where you live. From hands-on skills like gardening and food preservation to forging trusted networks and deepening community bonds, you'll walk away with practical tips you can put into action today. This episode is more than a call to survive—it's an invitation to create a thriving, resilient life for yourself, your family, and your community, no matter what the future holds. Are you ready to build true resilience? Tune in and get inspired to take the next step!

Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text to 307-200-8222 Fridays from 2 pm to 3 pm MT. https://Ready-Radio.com This electrifying episode of Ready Radio brings together John Rush and guest co-host Bill Anderson (https://www.prep2protectco.com/) for an action-packed, real-world survival guide—perfect for anyone hitting the road or heading out to enjoy Colorado's outdoors! With Colorado's mountains buzzing with adventure seekers, John and Bill dive into the hidden risks that catch even seasoned travelers off guard—think wild weather swings, altitude surprises, distracted drivers, and up-close wildlife encounters. Forget the doomsday gear: this episode is all about street-smart strategies, simple planning, and real-world tips you can use right now to protect yourself and your loved ones. Ready for a reality check? The hosts challenge you to rethink everything you know about mountain safety, road trips, and outdoor fun. What would you do if your car broke down at 11,000 feet—or if you suddenly lost cell service? From real-life stories and rapid-fire ‘what-if' scenarios to hands-on advice about first aid, CPR, defensive driving, and even barbecue safety, this episode is packed with insights to help you handle the unexpected. Throughout the hour, John and Bill make it clear: preparedness isn't about paranoia—it's about being smart, confident, and ready for anything. Whether you're exploring Colorado's wild side or just having a family picnic, this episode delivers must-hear advice that could make all the difference when the unexpected strikes.

AAID's Incoming President, Dr. Bill Anderson, joins Dr. Adam Hogan for a timely conversation on the future of implant dentistry, AAID leadership, specialty recognition, higher clinical standards, mentorship, ethics, and advanced implant education. This episode is part of All In / All On X The Pod, a podcast dedicated to conversations that move implant dentistry forward — featuring leaders, educators, and clinicians shaping the future of full-arch and implant care.

Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text to 307-200-8222 Fridays from 2 pm to 3 pm MT. https://Ready-Radio.com On this episode of Ready Radio, John Rush and Bill Anderson (https://www.prep2protectco.com) tackle one of the most overlooked preparedness topics of all: personal risk assessment. In a world driven by AI, social media, convenience, and constant connectivity, are families unknowingly exposing themselves to dangers they never see coming? And if a true emergency happened tomorrow, would most people honestly be ready? The conversation moves far beyond traditional prepping. John and Bill explore how artificial intelligence can analyze personal habits, how social media posts may unintentionally reveal dangerous information about children and families, and why situational awareness has become a fading skill in modern life. They challenge listeners to examine their homes, neighborhoods, physical health, emotional resilience, and support systems through an entirely different lens. The episode also dives into practical preparedness concerns many people never think about until disaster strikes: sanitation failures, sewer backups, trash management, home security blind spots, medical vulnerabilities, transportation limitations, generators, utility disruptions, and what happens when communication systems fail. Along the way, callers contribute real-world concerns about deepfake technology, self-defense realities, and the importance of physical capability during emergencies. This episode of Ready Radio asks difficult questions most people avoid—but the answers could become critically important someday. Preparedness is no longer just about supplies. It's about awareness, adaptability, community, and understanding the risks already hiding in plain sight.

Bill Anderson offers a ground-level view of California's decline, arguing that the state's deep entanglement of government with water, energy, housing, and transportation has created a self-reinforcing system where every new crisis produces more regulation, more spending, and fewer productive citizens.Recorded in San Diego, California, on April 25, 2026.

On this episode of The Pulse, Christopher Titus joins Bill Anderson to talk about his standup journey,  sharing stories of turning family disfunction into dark humor, new show "Doomed to Repeat," and the importance of honesty in comedy.

Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text to 307-200-8222 Fridays from 2 pm to 3 pm MT. https://Ready-Radio.com Guest Host - Pastor Bill Anderson https://www.prep2protectco.com What If The Biggest Threat To Your Preparedness… Isn't A Disaster—But Your Everyday Decisions? On this episode of Ready Radio, guest host Bill Anderson steps in for John Rush to expose a hidden vulnerability most people never consider: the true cost of “cheap.” From tools and food to systems and mindset, Bill unpacks how cutting corners today can quietly create failure points that show up when it matters most. Is your gear built to last or built to fail under pressure? Is your food fueling strength… or slowly weakening your body? And what about your systems, are they resilient, redundant, and ready… or dependent on convenience and luck? Through real-world examples, hard-earned lessons, and a clear-cut breakdown of preparedness thinking, this episode challenges listeners to rethink everything. What happens when the grid goes down, your tools fail, or your backup plan isn't really a backup? This isn't about spending more, it's about thinking smarter. Because preparedness isn't stockpiling junk… It's building a life that works when everything else doesn't. Are you investing in strength, or unknowingly building weakness?

On this episode of The Pulse, you know him from The Gilmore Girls but there is a lot more to Scott Patterson.  Scott joins Bill Anderson to talk about his career, his band, and much more...

Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text to 307-200-8222 Fridays from 2 pm to 3 pm MT. https://Ready-Radio.com An unexpected spring snowstorm sets the stage for a much larger conversation—how prepared are you when life shifts without warning? From protecting gardens and preventing frozen pipes to understanding how quickly conditions can change, John Rush and Bill Anderson use real-world examples to highlight the importance of staying ready in everyday life. But the conversation quickly moves beyond weather into something far more consequential. Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept—it's here, and it's already reshaping how we live, work, and think. Is it a threat… or one of the most powerful preparedness tools available today? John and Bill break down the reality: AI can streamline daily life, organize critical information, and even help you build systems for self-reliance. Yet at the same time, overdependence, misinformation, and lack of critical thinking could create new vulnerabilities. What happens if your job changes—or disappears? How will economic shifts impact everything from skilled trades to everyday consumer decisions? And in a world flooded with information, how do you separate truth from noise? This episode challenges listeners to think differently. Preparedness isn't just about food, water, or emergencies anymore—it's about adapting to a rapidly changing technological landscape. The real question is simple: will you use these tools to get ahead, or risk being caught off guard when it matters most? Pastor Bill Anderson - https://prep2protectco.com

En el Radar Empresarial revisamos hoy las últimas novedades sobre Bayer, destacadas en la portada del diario Handelsblatt. La cifra clave es contundente: 24.000 millones de euros. Ese es el importe que la compañía estaría dispuesta a destinar para cerrar el conflicto legal vinculado a Monsanto. Conviene recordar que en 2018 el grupo alemán adquirió la empresa estadounidense por 66.000 millones de dólares, en una operación que, lejos de cumplir las expectativas iniciales, ha terminado generando un enorme coste económico y reputacional. Los problemas legales comenzaron apenas unos meses después de anunciarse la compra. Un jardinero, Dewayne Johnson, declaró ante un tribunal en 2015 que el uso del herbicida Roundup, desarrollado por Monsanto, le provocó un linfoma no Hodgkin, un tipo de cáncer que afecta a los linfocitos. Tras varios años de litigio, Bayer perdió el caso y fue condenada a pagar 289 millones de dólares. La defensa del demandante se apoyó en un informe de 2015 de la Agencia Internacional para la Investigación del Cáncer, que clasificó el glifosato —principal componente del producto— como probablemente cancerígeno. El goteo de sentencias continuó. El año pasado, la compañía fue obligada a abonar 2.100 millones de dólares a John Barnes, un ciudadano de Georgia que también atribuyó su enfermedad al uso de Roundup. Mientras tanto, el consejero delegado, Bill Anderson, reiteró públicamente la seguridad del herbicida en diciembre. Sin embargo, Bayer ya ha desembolsado más de 10.000 millones de dólares en compensaciones. Desde el primer caso, se han presentado unas 170.000 demandas, de las cuales todavía quedan activas cerca de 66.000. Este escenario ha tenido un impacto directo en las cuentas del grupo, que registró pérdidas superiores a los 3.000 millones de dólares el pasado año, en gran medida por los litigios en Estados Unidos. La compañía confía ahora en una decisión clave del Tribunal Supremo estadounidense, prevista para junio. Aun así, las controversias no son nuevas: Monsanto ya estuvo implicada en episodios polémicos, como la producción del agente naranja durante la guerra de Vietnam o la prohibición de los PCB en los años setenta por sus efectos contaminantes y posibles consecuencias en la salud humana.

Legendary country music singer/songwriter Bill Anderson discusses his 60-year career, his work with modern country artists like Brad Paisley and Vince Gill, the life-changing advice he received from his grandfather before he died, and the strength he found in his Christian faith as he navigated life's ups and downs.

Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text to 307-200-8222 Friday from 2 pm - 3 pm MT. https://Ready-Radio.com What If the Greatest Vulnerability in Your Preparedness Plan… Is Something You Carry in Your Pocket Every Day? In this eye-opening episode of Ready Radio, Bill Anderson (https://www.prep2protectco.com) sits down with digital marketing expert James to uncover a reality most people sense—but few fully understand. How much of your personal data is already out there? And more importantly… who's using it? From targeted ads that seem to read your mind to the unseen networks tracking your behavior across devices, this conversation exposes how modern technology doesn't just respond to your actions—it predicts them. But here's the twist: what if the biggest threat isn't hackers breaking in… but the information we willingly give away? As AI accelerates the speed and scale of data collection, listeners are faced with unsettling questions. Can privacy still exist in a connected world? Are convenience and control now opposing forces? And if you can't fully opt out… how do you protect yourself? This episode doesn't just raise alarms—it reframes the issue through a preparedness lens. What can you actually control? How do you reduce your exposure? And what practical steps can you take today to safeguard your identity, your data, and your peace of mind? Because in a world where information never truly disappears… being aware may be your most powerful defense.

In this episode of The Pulse, Comedian Whitney Cummings joins Bill Anderson to talk about her career, her love of the Eagles, and tries to figure out the exact meaning of "Jawn."  You can watch The Pulse every Tuesday at 7pm on FOX 29 and streaming on FOX Local. 

 On this episode of The Pulse, hosted by Bill Anderson, NFL player Zaire Franklin talks about growing up in Philly, how losing his mother and grandmother has inspired him to help others, and much more. 

Comedian Michael Colyar joins Bill Anderson on this episode of The Pulse.  Michael talks about his career and much more. 

Beim Antrittsbesuch in Peking hat Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz einen versöhnlichen Ton angeschlagen: strategische Partnerschaft, kein Konfrontationskurs. Im Mittelpunkt des Besuchs stehen eindeutig die Wirtschaftsbeziehungen – Merz hat aber auch Chinas Einfluss auf Russland und den Krieg in der Ukraine angesprochen. Mit Kritik an seinen chinesischen Gastgebern hat sich Merz sehr zurückgehalten.[01:39]Direkt aus Peking berichtet Helene Bubrowski – und hat dort Bayer-CEO Bill Anderson getroffen, der mit der Wirtschaftsdelegation angereist ist. Bayer ist seit fast 150 Jahren in China aktiv und betreibt fünf Produktions- und fünf Innovationszentren. Anderson sieht China längst nicht mehr nur als Absatzmarkt, sondern als Forschungspartner – Decoupling hält er für den falschen Weg.[11:02]Zurück in Berlin: Michael Bröcker hat mit Esra Limbacher gesprochen, dem Sprecher des Seeheimer Kreises. Der SPD-Fraktionsvize fordert einen echten Mentalitätswechsel: „Wir haben momentan ein System in Deutschland, das ist echt stark auf Kontrolle und Berichtspflichten ausgelegt. Da müssen wir einen Wechsel hinbekommen und sagen: Ich vertraue als Staat Bürgern und Unternehmen – und misstraue nicht in erster Linie." Die bisherigen Reformvorschläge aus der Union nennt Limbacher Stückwerk.[14:29]Hier geht es zur Anmeldung für den Space.TableTable Briefings - For better informed decisions.Sie entscheiden besser, weil Sie besser informiert sind – das ist das Ziel von Table.Briefings. Wir verschaffen Ihnen mit jedem Professional Briefing, mit jeder Analyse und mit jedem Hintergrundstück einen Informationsvorsprung, am besten sogar einen Wettbewerbsvorteil. Table.Briefings bietet „Deep Journalism“, wir verbinden den Qualitätsanspruch von Leitmedien mit der Tiefenschärfe von Fachinformationen. Professional Briefings kostenlos kennenlernen: table.media/testenHier geht es zu unseren WerbepartnernImpressum: https://table.media/impressumDatenschutz: https://table.media/datenschutzerklaerungBei Interesse an Audio-Werbung in diesem Podcast melden Sie sich gerne bei Laurence Donath: laurence.donath@table.media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of The Pulse, Author and Life Coach Ginny Priem joins Bill Anderson.  Ginny talks about how discovering her partner's double life led her to learning about putting herself first, and helping others to set boundaries and manage toxic relationships.

Spring may feel close, but are you preparing your yard the right way — or setting yourself up for costly mistakes before planting season even begins? In this episode of https://FixItRadio.com, guest host Bill Anderson (https://www.prep2protectco.com/) is joined by gardening experts Pam and Dennis Brewster, longtime contributors familiar to listeners of both Fix It Radio and Drive Radio, for a practical, eye-opening deep dive into smarter gardening and landscape planning. As Colorado weather swings from warm spells to freezing mornings, the conversation reveals why late winter is actually the most important preparation season. When should you really prune trees? Are you cutting too much — or not enough? What simple tool mistakes can introduce disease without you realizing it? The Brewsters break down pruning timing, fruit tree shaping, propagation secrets, transplanting success, and how to turn yard cuttings into an endless supply of plants. But the real surprise? Gardening success often starts underground. Can any soil truly be improved? Is rototilling quietly destroying healthy soil biology? And why can neighbors just a mile apart get completely different results? From planning your garden layout and rotating crops to choosing plants that actually thrive in Colorado's climate, this episode challenges listeners to rethink everything they thought they knew about spring preparation. Before you buy a single plant, ask yourself: Are you gardening harder… or gardening smarter this year?

Celebrity Chef Jeff Mauro joins Bill Anderson on The Pulse.  Jeff talks about his rise from Deli Worker to TV Host.  Jeff talks all about the challenges of reality TV and much more....

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Today we had the exciting opportunity to host Bill Anderson, Senior Managing Director at Evercore and Global Head of the firm's Activism/Raid Defense team and Strategic M&A Advisory practice. Bill is a pioneer in activism defense and has advised more than 500 companies facing activists or strategic raids, including many of the largest proxy fights and defense situations of the past two decades. Prior to joining Evercore in 2016, Bill spent more than 15 years at Goldman Sachs as an M&A partner and leader of its defense team. Earlier in his career, he was an M&A attorney at Simpson Thatcher & Bartlett, clerked on the Second Circuit of the U.S. Court of Appeals, worked as a CPA at Coopers & Lybrand, and served as a Captain in the U.S. Army Reserves. It was our pleasure to hear Bill's perspectives on the latest M&A activity, activism and hostile preparedness, board composition and alignment, and the evolving dynamics between companies, shareholders, and capital markets. In our conversation, we explore Bill's career path from classic M&A work into defense and special committees as markets changed, and how activism became a major driver of M&A. Bill shares his top takeaways from 2025 activity, noting the wide range of deal types and attributing the acceleration in deal flow to greater antitrust optimism, liquid financing, and strong buyer stock performance. We discuss why activism has become a core risk-management issue for public companies, how activists can build positions via derivatives and broker-dealer exposure with limited disclosure (and why 13F filings can be an important early-warning signal), and how shareholder bases have evolved with index funds now a dominant ownership block alongside the continued influence of ISS and Glass Lewis. We cover the difficulty of mobilizing retail votes and related regulatory/state-law considerations, the deal approval environment under Trump versus Biden (including CFIUS as a wildcard), why companies are more careful describing synergies, the impact of universal proxy, and the importance of diversity, tenure, and sector expertise in board refreshment. We touch on the drivers of positive acquirer stock reactions, how companies communicate value at deal announcement, activist dynamics in M&A and when activism becomes contentious, the importance of board alignment and cohesion, increased spin-off activity, and much more. We ended by asking Bill for his thoughts on how companies can attract long-only capital. Throughout the discussion, we reference several elements of Evercore's “2025 Year in Review Report.” It was a fascinating discussion and we appreciate Bill for sharing his time and insights. Mike Bradley kicked us off by noting that the 10-year U.S. bond yield plunged this week following an unexpectedly soft December Retail Sales report. Bond volatility could remain elevated with January CPI set for release on Friday. On the crude oil market front, WTI price appears to have temporarily settled into a $60-$65/bbl trading range, given there have been no major new geopolitical surprises over the past week. In natural gas, prompt natural gas price has completely roundtripped since the Arctic blast started and is now trading back at ~$3.15/MMBtu. U.S. gas storage is back near normal levels (around the 5-year average) and winter weather from here through the end of withdrawal season will determine how constructive the setup is for summer gas price. On the broader equity market front, the DJIA has been one of the real winners this past week (up ~2.5-3.0%), especially versus the S&P 500 (up ~0.5%). Cyclical sectors (Energy, Industrials, and Materials) continue to be the market leaders, while Tech/Telecom continue to lag. In energy equities, most large-caps (Oil Majors, Oil Services, and Refiners) have already reported Q4 results, and the next few weeks will be dominated by E&Ps reporting. E&P commentary will likely be do

The Philadelphia Sisters are working to bring women sports to Philadelphia.  Wanda Sykes and the Philadelphia Sisters talked to Bill Anderson about the growth of Women Sports and More.....

On this episode of The Pulse, Comedian Paul Chowdhry joins Bill Anderson to talk his career and more....

Mike Tyson joins Bill Anderson on "The Pulse" and opens up about his journey, overcoming personal struggles, and his new live show "Return of the Mike" in a deeply personal interview.

Marccus Hendricks, associate professor at the University of Maryland and director of the Stormwater Infrastructure Resilience and Justice Lab, joins People Behind the Plans for a wide-ranging conversation on disaster resilience, environmental justice, and the current challenges facing the planning profession. Drawing on his upbringing in Dallas, his scholarship on flood risk and infrastructure inequity, and his experience as a senior adviser for Climate and Community Resilience in the Biden administration, Hendricks explores the roots of social vulnerability and the role planning plays in shaping health, safety, and opportunity. He also shares a path to planning via public health and emergency medicine, and namechecks some of his planning heroes, like Shannon Van Zandt, Walt Peacock, Lori Peek, Dennis Mileti, Norma and Bill Anderson, John T. Cooper Jr., and Philip Berke. “My mentors were studying the aftermath of disasters and I wanted to get after the root causes of how we got here. Individuals and groups who live at the social and economic margins of our society are the least likely to be able to mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from environmental hazards. “ — Marccus Hendricks Hendricks shares how cuts to federal planning programs and research funding are affecting planners, students, and academic institutions, and why retreating from hard truths poses a risk to the future of the field. And he offers candid advice to students and local planners navigating uncertainty, emphasizing the enduring power of community-centered work and action at the local level. Episode URL: https://planning.org/podcast/marccus-hendricks-on-infrastructural-justice-and-staying-true-to-your-values/

On this episode of HTTPS://Ready-Radio.com, host John Rush is joined by co-host Bill Anderson https://www.prep2protectco.com/) for a sobering, thought-provoking conversation about modern preparedness—and the risks of standing out when things go wrong. What happens if the power goes out everywhere… except your house? Is being prepared actually dangerous if you're the only one with lights, heat, food, or water? From planned power shutoffs and fragile infrastructure to human behavior under stress, this episode moves beyond gadgets and generators and into the human factor most people avoid thinking about. John and Bill explore why desperation changes people, why secrecy rarely lasts, and how quickly order can unravel into “king of the hill” dynamics. They challenge listeners to rethink preparedness not as maintaining comfort, but as sustaining life—asking hard questions about community, health, skills, and when staying put may no longer be safe. Is isolation protection—or a liability? How visible are your resources, even if you try to hide them? And if systems fail, do you have the physical ability, medical readiness, and practical knowledge to adapt? This episode strips preparedness down to first principles and leaves listeners with one unavoidable question: are you preparing for systems… or for people?

Winter isn't downtime—it's the season that exposes what's missing. Filling in for John Rush on https://Ready-Radio.com, Bill Anderson (https://www.prep2protectco.com) challenges listeners to rethink the quiet months and see winter as the ideal time to prepare before emergencies force the issue. Are shorter days and more time indoors working against you—or giving you the advantage? This episode walks through real-world preparedness using practical, relatable scenarios. What happens when the power goes out at night and temperatures drop fast? Will your flashlight work? Are your batteries fresh? Will your generator start—or is your confidence built on assumptions? Bill stresses the importance of testing systems now, not during a crisis. Listeners are urged to rotate food stores, clean out freezers, test long-term supplies, and use winter to sharpen skills like first aid, navigation, and emergency planning. Common cold-weather failures—from furnace breakdowns and frozen pipes to carbon monoxide risks—highlight how everyday habits can quietly become dangerous. More than gear, this episode focuses on mindset. Preparedness isn't about fear or spending money—it's about discipline, repetition, and lifestyle design. Bill explains why boredom often equals safety and why complacency creates failure in homes, health, and readiness. Community learning, humility, and ongoing education are emphasized as powerful, low-cost tools. Above all, one truth stands out: health is your most important asset. If you're weak, injured, or unwell, every plan falls apart. Winter is your chance to fix the gaps—before a real emergency finds them first.

A songwriter who climbed out of the shadow of her first song, a nonprofit leader who refuses to see his own disability, a restaurateur with a hot take on tourism, a humorist who leaned into her heritage, a forward-thinking physician who rediscovered her mom's remedies, and the sentimental saint of the Opry. It's the best of our weekly profile interviews, all in one episode. Further listening: Tia Sillers Fred Bailey Tom Morales Andi Marie Tillman Dr. Britt Stone Whisperin' Bill Anderson

On this episode of "The Pulse", Bill Anderson is joined by the legend Wayne Newton.  Wayne talks all about his now 60 year career that started when he was just 15 years old.  Wayne is sharing never before told stories about his time on and off stage. “The Pulse” has welcomed names like Marlon and Tito Jackson, Michael Rapaport, Scott Wolf, Kevin Bacon, Kathy Griffin, Hank Azaria, Sarah Silverman, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Joey McIntyre, Lewis Black, Ruben Studdard, Clay Aiken, Jeff Ross, New Edition, Macy Gray, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Donnell Rawlings, Vivica A. Fox, Bill Bellamy, Michael Blackson, Gavin Rossdale, Sheila E., Jay Mohr, Jerry O'Connell, Star Jones, Mo'Nique, Craig Ferguson, Darryl McDaniels, Kenny Lattimore, Tommy Davidson and more. In addition to the Podcast The Pulse airs on TV in Philadelphia every Tuesday night at 7pm on FOX 29 and FOX Local.

Ready Radio, hosted by John Rush and co-hosted by Bill Anderson, delivers a fast-moving hour that blends financial preparedness with real-world survival skills. First, John welcomes first-time guests Freddy Freeman and Mike Morris from Colorado TexitCoin (https://coloradotxc.org/), who break down crypto in plain language. What exactly is a geo-locked, U.S.-based digital currency? Could owning a share of a massive Texas crypto mine create long-term, generational opportunity? And how do everyday people even begin to understand wallets, security, and volatility in a world full of new coins? But Ready Radio doesn't stop at money — it pivots straight into what happens when the grid goes dark. With recent power outages fresh on everyone's mind, John and Bill dig into backup power, generators, and battery “power walls.” How much power do you really need? What are your critical loads when the furnace, fridge, and well pump must stay alive? Is a whole-house generator worth it, or can layered solutions get you through? They explore real costs, shared circuits, fuel choices, and how battery systems can work hand in hand with generators and even solar. The conversation goes deeper with listener calls and practical advice: learning from multi-day outages, prioritizing survival over convenience, and even using EVs as a potential backup power source. From crypto security fears to staying warm when the lights go out, this episode asks the questions every family should be thinking about. Are you prepared for financial shifts and grid failure? Could smarter planning today make all the difference tomorrow? This is Ready Radio — preparing you to be ready for anything.

What if your garage is the biggest overlooked security risk in your home? In this episode of https://Ready-Radio.com, guest host Bill Anderson of https://www.prep2protectco.com, fills in for John Rush and welcomes Chris Hummel of Hummel's Overhead Garage Doors (https://hummelohd.com) to focus on how preparedness and safety start with securing your garage. Why do criminals target garages first? How often do garage doors compromise home security during break-ins or emergencies? Chris highlights how outdated openers, worn springs, and weak doors quietly make the garage the weak point of your home. Real-world theft stories and the lack of surveillance reinforce the urgent need to secure this entry point. The discussion sharpens practical preparedness by emphasizing: knowing how a garage door should work in emergencies, understanding that springs are the first to fail, and performing simple inspections to extend your door's life and prevent dangerous failures. Chris emphasizes that big-box equipment isn't equal to professional hardware, warning that cutting corners may prove costly. Security upgrades are also key. Can reinforced struts stop a break-in? Are garage cameras and smart apps missing from your security plan? And why do criminals skip homes that seem harder to breach? This episode connects faith-based business values, real-world preparedness, and practical home defense into one compelling question: Are you truly ready for the “what-ifs” hiding in plain sight? Tune in to discover steps you can take today to prepare.

On this episode of https://Ready-Radio.com, host John Rush and preparedness expert Bill Anderson (https://Prep2ProtectCO.com) deliver a gripping, eye-opening journey into the fragile world we trust far too much. What happens when the everyday tools you rely on—your generator, your car, your grid—fail without warning? Are you truly prepared for the what-ifs of life, or are you only prepared for the things that go as planned? The conversation begins with a stark reminder: even a simple two-hour blackout can expose just how dependent we've become on electricity, convenience, and the illusion of control. John and Bill break down the myth of invincibility as they talk about forgotten tools, unreliable generators, winter breakdowns, and real-life rescues where drivers were stranded just 50 yards from help—but invisible to the world above. How fast would your life change if the lights went out today? Then the stakes rise. Bill reveals the hidden weak points of the modern power grid—especially aging underground cables, overloaded transformers, and the soaring electrical demands of EV chargers, appliances, and all-electric homes. Could your home's wiring be a time bomb from the 1980s? And what happens when utilities start shutting off power pre-emptively to avoid liability? Finally, the conversation takes a turn toward winter travel and real-world survival mindset. From cold-weather driving to failing EV range to the dangers of complacency, the message is clear: tools matter, but skill, awareness, and adaptability matter more. Are you ready to be your own backup plan? This episode doesn't just teach preparedness—it challenges everything you think you know about it.

Eric Benét joins The Pulse with Bill Anderson and shares his journey from Milwaukee to the charts, emphasizing resilience and refusing to give up, driven by passion for music.

In this episode, Evercore's Bill Anderson and Jamie Easton sit down to discuss the current state of the market, including key M&A themes, boardroom insights, activism trends, AI investments, and more. Bill Anderson – Global Head of Strategic, Defense & Shareholder Advisory, Evercore Jamie Easton – Head of Communications and External Affairs, Evercore© Evercore Inc. 2025 All rights reserved.The material contained herein is intended as a general market and/or economic commentary and is not intended to constitute financial, legal, tax, accounting or investment advice. The information contained in this podcast does not constitute an offer to buy or sell securities from any Evercore entity to the listener and should not be relied upon to evaluate any potential transaction. The information contained in this recording was obtained from publicly available sources, has not been independently verified by Evercore, may not be current, and Evercore has no obligation to provide any updates or changes. This podcast is not a product of Evercore Investment Research and the information contained in this podcast is not financial research. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are not necessarily those of Evercore and may differ from the views and opinions of other departments or divisions of Evercore and its affiliates. In addition, the receipt of this podcast by any listener is not to be taken to constitute such person a client of any Evercore entity. Neither Evercore nor any of its affiliates makes any representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of the statements or any information contained in this podcast and any liability therefore (including in respect of direct, indirect or consequential loss or damage) is expressly disclaimed.

In this episode of “The Pulse”, Actor, Comedian, and Singer Jane Lynch joins Bill Anderson to talk all about her career.  How does she know what to do next?  Jane joins Bill to talk about it all.  “The Pulse” has welcomed names like Marlon and Tito Jackson, Michael Rapaport, Scott Wolf, Jane Lynch, Kevin Bacon, Kathy Griffin, Hank Azaria, Sarah Silverman, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Joey McIntyre, Lewis Black, Ruben Studdard, Clay Aiken, Jeff Ross, New Edition, Macy Gray, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Donnell Rawlings, Vivica A. Fox, Bill Bellamy, Michael Blackson, Gavin Rossdale, Sheila E., Jay Mohr, Jerry O'Connell, Star Jones, Mo'Nique, Craig Ferguson, Darryl McDaniels, Kenny Lattimore, Tommy Davidson and more. In addition to the Podcast The Pulse airs on TV in Philadelphia every Tuesday Night at 7pm on FOX 29 

As the Grand Ole Opry celebrates its 100th birthday this week, we hear from its longest-serving member.Whisperin' Bill Anderson hasn't just weathered a 65-year music career, he's thrived through versatility. A six-time Songwriter of the Year winner, he's a member of both the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. His songs have earned Grammy nominations, Dove Awards, the ACM Poets Award, and BMI's first Country Music Songwriting Icon honor. He's written for himself and legends like Vince Gill and Brad Paisley. He made it to Hollywood and back. Last year he released his 73rd album. At the center of it all has been the Grand Ole Opry. He joins This Is Nashville to talk about his love and reverence for the institution and all that's going on in "Whisperworld."

What happens when the biggest threat to your readiness isn't a natural disaster… but the clutter in your own home? On this episode of https://Ready-Radio.com, host John Rush and co-host Bill Anderson (https://Prep2Protect.com) dig into a rarely discussed but deeply necessary survival skill: organizing your life before life organizes it for you. From the emotional weight of inherited possessions to garages overflowing with duplicate tools, John and Bill unravel how “stuff” quietly drains your time, energy, and preparedness. Why do we hold onto items we never use? Why does sentimentality sometimes turn into suffocating storage—and how do you break that cycle without betraying the memories behind the objects? John shares his hard-earned lessons after sorting through years of his parents' belongings following their passing. Bill brings the pastoral lens: are your conversations with family about possessions turning into debates—or opportunities for self-discovery? Together, they explore practical strategies for reducing chaos, creating zones, mapping your spaces, and developing routines that transform your home into a functional, stress-free environment. And here's the twist: preparedness isn't about stockpiling. It's about lifestyle design. Are you rotating your pantry? Are your tools where you actually need them? Could you leave your home on short notice, or would your possessions slow you down when it matters most? This episode packs real-life wisdom, heartfelt honesty, and unexpectedly emotional conversations into one powerful hour—challenging you to rethink what you own, why you own it, and how it affects your readiness for the “what-ifs” of life. Are you prepared… or just buried? Tune in and find out.

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In this episode of The Pulse, Chef and TV Personality Kardea Brown joins Bill Anderson. Kardea talks about her journey to the Food Network and her new book "Make Do With What You Have" The Pulse” has welcomed names like Marlon and Tito Jackson, Michael Rapaport, Scott Wolf, Kevin Bacon, Kathy Griffin, Hank Azaria, Sarah Silverman, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Joey McIntyre, Lewis Black, Ruben Studdard, Clay Aiken, Jeff Ross, New Edition, Macy Gray, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Donnell Rawlings, Vivica A. Fox, Bill Bellamy, Michael Blackson, Gavin Rossdale, Sheila E., Jay Mohr, Jerry O'Connell, Star Jones, Mo'Nique, Craig Ferguson, Darryl McDaniels, Kenny Lattimore, Tommy Davidson and more. 

On this episode of https://Ready-Radio.com, host John Rush and preparedness expert Bill Anderson (https://Prep2ProtectCO.com) deliver a gripping, eye-opening journey into the fragile world we trust far too much. What happens when the everyday tools you rely on—your generator, your car, your grid—fail without warning? Are you truly prepared for the what-ifs of life, or are you only prepared for the things that go as planned? The conversation begins with a stark reminder: even a simple two-hour blackout can expose just how dependent we've become on electricity, convenience, and the illusion of control. John and Bill break down the myth of invincibility as they talk about forgotten tools, unreliable generators, winter breakdowns, and real-life rescues where drivers were stranded just 50 yards from help—but invisible to the world above. How fast would your life change if the lights went out today? Then the stakes rise. Bill reveals the hidden weak points of the modern power grid—especially aging underground cables, overloaded transformers, and the soaring electrical demands of EV chargers, appliances, and all-electric homes. Could your home's wiring be a time bomb from the 1980s? And what happens when utilities start shutting off power pre-emptively to avoid liability? Finally, the conversation takes a turn toward winter travel and real-world survival mindset. From cold-weather driving to failing EV range to the dangers of complacency, the message is clear: tools matter, but skill, awareness, and adaptability matter more. Are you ready to be your own backup plan? This episode doesn't just teach preparedness—it challenges everything you think you know about it.

In this episode of “The Pulse”, Gillie and Wallo join Bill Anderson.  They talk about everything including their new Gaming Team, their long road to success, and what is next. “The Pulse” has welcomed names like Marlon and Tito Jackson, Michael Rapaport, Scott Wolf, Kevin Bacon, Kathy Griffin, Hank Azaria, Sarah Silverman, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Joey McIntyre, Lewis Black, Ruben Studdard, Clay Aiken, Jeff Ross, Gillie, Wallo, New Edition, Macy Gray, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Donnell Rawlings, Vivica A. Fox, Bill Bellamy, Michael Blackson, Gavin Rossdale, Sheila E., Jay Mohr, Jerry O'Connell, Star Jones, Mo'Nique, Craig Ferguson, Darryl McDaniels, Kenny Lattimore, Tommy Davidson and more. In addition to the Podcast The Pulse airs on TV in Philadelphia every Tuesday night at 7pm on FOX 29 as well as airing anywhere on FOX Local.

11/11/25: Joel Heitkamp is broadcasting from the North Dakota Veterans Home in Lisbon, and is joined again by Bill Anderson, a Marine that served in the Vietnam War. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of "The Pulse" Comedian Chris Kattan joins Bill Anderson.  Chris talks to Bill about his career, working through a broken neck, his time on SNL and much more.  “The Pulse” has welcomed names like Marlon and Tito Jackson, Michael Rapaport, Scott Wolf, Kevin Bacon, Kathy Griffin, Hank Azaria, Sarah Silverman, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Joey McIntyre, Lewis Black, Ruben Studdard, Clay Aiken, Jeff Ross, New Edition, Macy Gray, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Donnell Rawlings, Vivica A. Fox, Bill Bellamy, Michael Blackson, Gavin Rossdale, Sheila E., Jay Mohr, Jerry O'Connell, Star Jones, Mo'Nique, Craig Ferguson, Darryl McDaniels, Kenny Lattimore, Tommy Davidson and more. In addition to the Podcast The Pulse airs on TV in Philadelphia every Monday night at 6:30pm on FOX 29 as well as airing every Friday on FOX Soul.

In this milestone 75th episode of The Hometown Bluegrass Show, Tim and Josh celebrate traditional sounds and heartfelt storytelling. Josh kicks things off with a classic from Bill Anderson, setting the tone for a show filled with warmth, roots, and real bluegrass spirit.Then, Tim and Josh welcome special guests Heather Berry Mabe and Tony Mabe—two incredible artists known for their beautiful harmonies, heartfelt songwriting, and deep connection to traditional bluegrass. The husband-and-wife duo share stories about their musical journey, their time performing with Junior Sisk and Ramblers Choice, and the creative spark behind their new project, Red Camel Collective.

He's only 22 but Lavar Scott is already making a name for himself in the world of NASCAR.  Lavar joins Bill Anderson to talk about his journey from the Philadelphia Area to being one of Nascar's brightest young stars. 

The gang is BACK to help us finish breaking down the rest of the 2025 Hallmark Christmas movies! Did you miss part 1? Check it out HERE.This week, we cover...Thursday, November 27: We Met in DecemberStars: Autumn Reeser (Junebug), Niall Matter (This Time Each Year)On an unexpected layover in mid-December, Annie Lane (Reeser) and Dave Weeks (Matter) meet asstrangers in a beautiful hotel all decorated for the holidays. It's love at first sight, and they end uphaving a magical night of sharing hopes, dreams...and a perfect kiss. But when they fail to exchangenumbers and miss each other the next morning, Annie and Dave fly back to Chicago with no easyway to track the other one down. The only clues they have are those shared about plans for theupcoming holiday season, and the two embark on separate quests to find one another. Along theway, insightful wisdom shared during their time together leads Annie and Dave to make importantchanges in their lives, leading them both to find ways of making this Christmas special forthemselves, their families, and their loved ones.Friday, November 28: The Snow Must Go On – premieres at 6 pm ET/PTStars: Heather Hemmens (Christmas Under the Lights), Corey Cott (Season's Greetings fromCherry Lane)Isaiah Heyward (Cott) last appeared on Broadway almost 10 years ago. Since then, getting back onBroadway has been a challenge. To escape the grind of the city and re-evaluate his life, Isaiah visitshis sister, Jess, and teenage niece, Aurora, in upstate New York for the holidays. But his yuletiderespite is interrupted when he learns Aurora's high school may have to cancel their annual Christmasmusical because they can't find a director. With a nudge from Aurora and the school's guidancecounselor, Lilly-Anne Brigente (Hemmens), Isaiah decides to save the Christmas show and jumps inas director. Isaiah's situation gets a little more complicated when he learns that an influentialBroadway producer's daughter is in the school production, so Isaiah decides to cast himself as thelead in order to land a part in an upcoming Broadway show. But while the curtain rises on rehearsalsand the Christmas Eve opening night fast approaches, Isaiah finds some Christmas surprises of hisown, as he stumbles upon an unexpected romance with Lilly-Anne, creates an unanticipated bondwith his students, reassesses his priorities and ultimately discovers that the greatest holiday gift isfound when love, family, and friendship take centerstage.Friday, November 28: The More the Merrier – premieres at 8 pm ET/PTStars: Rachel Boston (Adventures in Love & Birding), Brendan Penny (Chesapeake Shores)Alice (Boston), an emergency room doctor at a small, rural hospital, always volunteers to work theChristmas Eve overnight shift and goes the extra mile to make the holiday merry and bright forpatients and staff. When the hospital gets snowed in, Alice and Brian (Penny), the newly hired top-rated cardiologist, find themselves in the middle of a bona fide baby boom when three women –including the only OBGYN for miles around – go into labor on the rarest birthday of the year. As theyteam up to bring these bundles of joy into the world as the night wears on, Alice, Brian and the restof the staff also work hard to make the holiday feel festive for all the patients. Though they may havedifferent approaches to medicine – and to life – there's a spark between them and by the end of theirshift it's clear that this may be the Christmas Eve that changes them both forever.Saturday, November 29: An Alpine Holiday – premieres at 6 pm ET/PTStars: Ashley Williams (To Barcelona, Forever), Laci Mailey (The Perfect Setting), Julien Samani(Holidate)A grandmother's last wish brings two estranged sisters Faith (Williams) and Kelly (Mailey), backtogether to travel to the French Alps for Christmas to recreate her first trip there with their grandfather.Facing all the challenges and wonder this unique holiday adventure brings, they learn to cherish theirsisterhood above all, while also making room for romance to blossom between Kelly and their Frenchmountaineer guide, Frederic (Samani).Saturday, November 29: A Grand Ole Opry Christmas – premieres at 8 pm ET/PTStars: Nikki Deloach (Curious Caterer Mysteries), Kristoffer Polaha (A Biltmore Christmas), RobMaye (Lioness), Eliza Maher (Haul Out the Holly: Lit Up), Luke Benward (Miss Valentine), SharonLawrence (Joe Pickett), James Denton (Desperate Housewives)Gentry Wade (Nikki DeLoach), daughter of late country music icon Jett Wade – half of the famed duoWinters & Wade – abandoned her dream of a songwriting career and distanced herself from herfather's legacy following his tragic accident 30 years prior. When the Grand Ole Opry invites her torepresent Jett at their centennial celebration at Christmas, she's hesitant to return to the placesteeped in bittersweet memories. Encouraged by her good friends, Gentry visits the Opry and, whileseated in one of the vaunted venue's oak church pews, is suddenly transported to 1995. Gentry'slifelong friend Mac (Kristoffer Polaha) a country music talent manager, finds himself in 1995 as well.Thanks to some Christmas magic, Gentry gets precious time with her father, creative inspiration tofinish the song she began decades earlier as a teen and learns surprising answers to questions abouther father that have followed her for the last three decades.Cameos by: Bill Anderson, Brad Paisley, Dailey & Vincent, Drew Baldridge, Jamey Johnson, MaggieBaugh, Megan Moroney, Mickey Guyton, Pam Tillis, Rhett Akins, Riders in the Sky, Suzy Bogguss,Tigirlily Gold, T Graham BrownSunday, November 30: The Christmas Cup – premieres at 6 pm ET/PTStars: Rhiannon Fish (A Prince in Paradise), Ben Rosenbaum (When Calls the Heart)After a knee injury threatens to cut her career short, Staff Sergeant Kelly Brandt (Fish) returns homein low spirits for the holidays. Her family tries to help by encouraging her to lead her hometown team in the annual Christmas Cup against the rival town. It takes a lot of work, but Kelly organizes herteam and gets them as competition-ready as she can with the help of Fire Captain Quinn Stokley(Rosenbaum). Sparks begin to fly with Quinn, and through the whole process, Kelly is reminded ofhow much she loves to lead, but her heart still hopes she will be cleared to return to serve. Kellyultimately receives the call she has been waiting for; however, it's not what she expects. With theMarines needing her to report to the Hawaiian base on the day of the competition, Kelly soon realizesthere is more than one way to serve a community.Sunday, November 30: Christmas at the Catnip Café – premieres at 8 pm ET/PTStars: Erin Cahill (Holidazed), Paul Campbell (Three Wise Men and a Baby)Olivia Pierce (Cahill) is a marketing executive from Oakland, California who is this close to realizingher dream of purchasing a condo, but she's a bit short on the down payment. When she learns thather late great aunt left her half of a cat café in upstate New York she thinks it's the Christmas miracleshe needed – as long as she can sell and close the deal before the holidays. Olivia's plan hits a bumpin the road when she meets Dr. Ben Kane (Campbell), the veterinarian who owns the other half. Thecafé serves an important role in the town – helping homeless cats find forever homes – and he hasno intention of closing up shop. Christmas is the most important time of the year as they plan manyactivities to help raise funds and get them into the black. Olivia and Ben strike a deal – she agrees tohelp him plan the fundraising events at the café over the next three weeks in exchange for Benpromising not to drag his heels on selling at the end of that time. Unless, Ben notes, she ends upchanging her mind – a lot can happen in three weeks, after all. As they work together and a sparkbetween them grows, Olivia becomes part of the neighborhood, gains an appreciation for the café'sadorable feline inhabitants and what it means to Ben, as well as to the entire community. And whenshe learns the surprising reason her great aunt opened the café in the first place, that just might bethe cat-alyst for change that will give them all a Merry Christmas.Saturday, December 6: She's Making A ListStars: Lacey Chabert (Mean Girls), Andrew Walker (Curious Caterer Mysteries)Falling on Santa's Naughty or Nice list used to be a call made by Santa and his elves. But with thenumber of kids worldwide skyrocketing, Santa has outsourced the job to the Naughty or Nice Group,a consulting firm that has cornered the market on determining a child's niceness thanks to an airtightformula. As a top inspector with the group, it's Isabel's (Chabert) job to make the tough calls, byassessing the children on her list and assigning a verdict. When she is tasked with evaluating amischievous 11-year-old Charlie Duncan, she expects a routine case. But things get complicatedwhen Isabel unexpectedly falls for Charlie's widowed father, Jason (Walker), and begins to questionthe rigid rules of her job. As Christmas approaches, Isabel must choose between following theholiday algorithm or following her heart.Sunday, December 7: Single on the 25thStars: Lyndsy Fonseca (Nikita), Daniel Lissing (When Calls the Heart)For Nell Duke (Fonseca), nothing is worse than being single at Christmastime because everywhereshe looks, couples are kissing under the mistletoe. After her family cancels holiday plans at the lastminute, Nell decides to spend the week of Christmas having fun on her own! When she crossespaths with her neighbor Cooper (Lissing), a financial analyst who prides himself on being happilyunattached, he notices Nell struggling with being alone and decides to share tips on how to keep theholidays festive. Cooper inspires Nell to challenge her insecurities and find happiness in being onher own. In turn, Nell helps Cooper realize he's missing out on real connection. In the funpartnership that forms, the friendly singles' Christmas together starts to feel like something more.Their special connection falls apart when Nell finds out Coooper only offered to help because he feltsorry Nell had to spend the holidays alone. To make Christmas truly magical this year, Cooper mustshow real growth of character while Nell finds her own strength in being single during the holidays.Saturday, December 13: A Suite Holiday RomanceStars: Jessy Schram (Chicago Med), Dominic Sherwood (Shadowhunters)It's Christmas week when Sabrina Post (Schram), arrives at the iconic Grand Fairbanks Hotel in NewYork City, ready to accept the ghostwriting position for the memoir of Grayson Westcott – a famousart dealer. As a struggling writer, Sabrina can't believe her luck: a paycheck and a stay in her ownsuite at the hotel. She feels like Cordelia, the heroine from her favorite series of children's bookswritten by Hazel Holley. What promises to be a perfect week is complicated when Sabrina meetsIan Turner (Sherwood), a handsome British visitor, at the hotel bar. When Ian assumes Sabrina isanother wealthy guest at the hotel, she doesn't correct him – a decision she doesn't regret afterlearning that Ian is a member of the British aristocracy. Or so she thinks. The truth is that Ian is nota wealthy lord but is the personal secretary of Lord Spencer Braxton. Ian is in town for the holidaysto oversee the installation of an exhibit featuring the Braxton Royal Jewels at the Avalon Museum. Asthe week unfolds, Sabrina shows Ian Christmas in New York and the two start to fall for each other.Sunday, December 14: Oy to the World!Stars: Brooke D'Orsay (Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane), Jake Epstein (The Hardy Boys)When water lines break at Temple Beth Am, it leaves its members in need of a place to celebrateHannukah. Across the street, St. Joseph's Episcopal Church is quick to open its doors and offershared space for the holidays. With the last night of Hanukkah and Christmas Eve falling on the sameday this year – something that rarely happens – the reverend and rabbi choose to offer a joint servicefor their congregations. But that means Nikki Roberts (D'Orsay), St. Joseph's youth choir director,must team up with Jake Cohen (Epstein), the substitute youth choir director from Temple Beth Am,and put on a single music program. These two are old high school rivals and together, they're readyto compete for the top prize. That's not helping matters at a time when partnership matters most.To lead a successful fundraising effort for the temple, Nikki and Jake have to put aside theirdifferences and learn how to work together. In doing so, they discover teamwork can movemountains and open hearts, including their own. On their big night, Nikki and Jake find a way to unite people through the power of song and prove that coming together is the best way for everyone tocelebrate the holiday season.Saturday, December 20: A Make Or Break HolidayStars: Hunter King (Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story), Evan Roderick (Arrow)Liv (King) and Daniel (Roderick) are hosting their families for the first time this Christmas and stressis at an all-time high. When unspoken irritations within their relationship finally reach a boiling point,Liv and Daniel find themselves at odds and decide they need to take a break from each other.However, relaying this news to their families will most certainly ruin Christmas, so they decide tomove forward with their original plans and will pretend to be a happy couple while everyone is underone roof. As they navigate the complexities of their respective families and work together to createa holiday celebration they'll all remember, Liv and Daniel begin to rediscover what they love abouteach other and may not have to pretend much longer.Sunday, December 21: The Christmas BabyStars: Ali Liebert (Bomb Girls), Katherine Barrell (Good Witch), Barbara Niven (Hannah SwensenMysteries)When a baby boy shows up on their doorstep days before Christmas with a note written specially forthem, Erin (Liebert) and Kelly (Barrell) must learn how to navigate their new relationship and careerdynamics while unexpectedly caring for a newborn. As the couple spends more time with the babyas a temporary solution until he can be placed permanently or they can find his mother, they beginto realize that they want to adopt him themselves and go about navigating the complicated world offostering to adopt all while their business is booming at the busiest time of the year, Christmas. 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