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When a business valuer told Australian marketer Wes Towers that his web and SEO agency “wasn't worth much” because AI was coming for it, he was already in the middle of a divorce and feeling like everything was falling apart. Instead of walking away, Wes decided to confront the disruption head-on and rebuild his business around what AI cannot replace: human trust, clarity, and connection.In this episode, Wes shares how he went from crying under his desk to having his best financial year ever, why “search everywhere optimization” matters for trades and construction brands, and how to use AI as a powerful amplifier instead of a generic content machine. We also dig into the biggest website mistake that quietly kills sales, why you still absolutely need a website even if you are active on social media, and how Wes is changing his own habits as a founder.If you are a business owner, marketer, or trades leader trying to figure out where you fit in an AI-driven world, this conversation will give you both practical tools and some hope.Send us a textJoin us in spreading holiday cheer and making a child's Christmas magical! Agape Projects is hosting a special fundraising drive for our annual Toy Run, aiming to brighten the lives of children in need. Your generous contribution will help us bring joy and laughter to little hearts this holiday season. Together, let's make a difference and create unforgettable memories for the children in our community.

Jason Clark's career started in a high school graphic arts program, running printing presses and drawing metal band logos on chalkboards. Today, he is the Chief Marketing Officer at Via Studio, a creative agency that has spent more than 25 years helping mission-driven organizations, nonprofits, and public institutions bring their brands to life.In this conversation, Jason and I get real about what still works in branding and marketing in a world full of AI, algorithms, and endless digital noise. We talk about his early work creating interactive CD-ROM training for GE Appliances, the award-winning rebrand of Kentucky's Bernheim Forest, and why we might have moved from the “information age” into the “identity age.”Jason shares how to build logos and campaigns that actually mean something, why community feedback is now non-negotiable, and how AI can be a powerful assistant without replacing human creativity. We also have some fun with bourbon, clear ice, and the Mr. Boston Bartender's Guide.If you are a business owner, nonprofit leader, or creative trying to stand out without selling out, this episode will give you a lot to think about and a few ideas you can use right away.Send us a textJoin us in spreading holiday cheer and making a child's Christmas magical! Agape Projects is hosting a special fundraising drive for our annual Toy Run, aiming to brighten the lives of children in need. Your generous contribution will help us bring joy and laughter to little hearts this holiday season. Together, let's make a difference and create unforgettable memories for the children in our community.

Former bartender and opiate addict Eric Turney hit multiple rock bottoms, including jail and failed treatment attempts, before a surprise wake up call changed everything. When he and his partner learned they were expecting their first child, Eric decided he was done burning bridges. He got serious about 12 step recovery and took a chance on a new life as an entry level sales rep at a small promotional products company. Today, Eric is the President and Sales and Marketing Director of The Monterey Company, a custom branded merch company founded in 1989 that creates premium challenge coins, lapel pins, belt buckles, hats, apparel, and more for brands like Google, Amazon, Target, Bentley, Lions Clubs, military units, and local organizations. After the founder offered employees the chance to buy the business, Eric and his partners stepped up and took it over. In this conversation, Eric and I dig into his journey through addiction and recovery, how he rebuilt his life and career, and why he believes high quality merch beats cheap “trash trinkets” every time. We talk challenge coins and club pins, wild custom projects like Bentley letter openers and ultra marathon belt buckles, the surprising subculture of lapel pin collectors, and how smart SEO and retargeting help The Monterey Company stand out in a noisy world. We also get hungry talking barbecue, smoked salmon, oysters, and crab mac and cheese, and we close with Eric sharing what people often get wrong when they look at his life now and why mentoring others in recovery has become a powerful form of therapy. If you care about second chances, small business, or branding that actually means something, you are going toSend us a textJoin us in spreading holiday cheer and making a child's Christmas magical! Agape Projects is hosting a special fundraising drive for our annual Toy Run, aiming to brighten the lives of children in need. Your generous contribution will help us bring joy and laughter to little hearts this holiday season. Together, let's make a difference and create unforgettable memories for the children in our community.

Author and artist Lara Luna never planned on becoming the “angel number lady” in her Florida 55+ trailer park. After years of painting and working as a mobile home agent, she hit a breaking point and started asking bigger questions about why she was here and what she was meant to do. A trip into hidden caves in Lecanto, Florida, where she found 444 and 111 spray painted on the walls, sent her down a rabbit hole of synchronicities, angel numbers, and a full-on spiritual awakening.In this episode, Lara joins Rich to talk about her memoir Trailer Park Angel and the podcast of the same name, where trailer park drama, spiritual signs, and everyday humor collide. She shares how numbers like 444, 555, 666, and 11:11 helped her move out of a fear-based belief system, how her book helped a depressed neighbor feel less alone and protected, and why she believes we never really die. You will also hear hilarious stories about gnome-filled lawns, Captain Crunch the one-eyed alligator, and the “banana economy” where neighbors drop off fruit right before asking for a big favor.Lara also opens up about her automatic writing practice, channeling messages she later validated through multiple AI programs, and why her next book may be the most important thing she will ever publish. Along the way, she and Rich reflect on authenticity, not giving your power away, and what it means to live in a world where people truly show up for one another.If you need a dose of laughter, hope, and proof that you are more guided than you realize, this conversation is for you.Connect with Lara: Website: https://laralunacreations.comSend us a textJoin us in spreading holiday cheer and making a child's Christmas magical! Agape Projects is hosting a special fundraising drive for our annual Toy Run, aiming to brighten the lives of children in need. Your generous contribution will help us bring joy and laughter to little hearts this holiday season. Together, let's make a difference and create unforgettable memories for the children in our community.

Mental health is still one of the hardest things for people to talk about, even while more of us are willing to use words like anxiety, depression, and trauma. In this episode, Rich is joined once again by licensed clinical social worker and executive leader Jennifer Redding, founder of Harford Counseling and co-founder of Pebbles Throw Consulting, to dig into what real trauma-informed care looks like in everyday life and at work. Jennifer breaks down why mental health has long been seen as a “character flaw,” how social media encourages self-diagnosis and labels, and why there is a big difference between a tough season and a clinical condition. She shares the origin story of Harford Counseling, explains how trauma and substance use are intertwined, and talks about the importance of treating people as whole human beings rather than separating “mental health,” “addiction,” and “life problems” into different boxes.The conversation then shifts into the workplace. Jennifer introduces concierge  behavioral health, a new arm of Harford Counseling that reimagines traditional employee assistance. She explains how trauma-informed leadership, psychological safety, and simple, consistent practices can improve retention, reduce conflict, and help people actually want to show up and do their best work.If you are a leader, a parent, a helping professional, or simply someone who wants to better understand your own mental health, this episode will give you language, perspective, and hope.Learn more about Jennifer and her team: HarfordCounseling.comSend us a textJoin us in spreading holiday cheer and making a child's Christmas magical! Agape Projects is hosting a special fundraising drive for our annual Toy Run, aiming to brighten the lives of children in need. Your generous contribution will help us bring joy and laughter to little hearts this holiday season. Together, let's make a difference and create unforgettable memories for the children in our community.

What happens when a neurologist spends more than 30 years not just treating the brain, but really listening to the person behind the diagnosis?In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Carolyn Larkin Taylor, a board certified neurologist and author of Whispers of the Mind: A Neurologist's Memoir. Carolyn shares stories from the exam room and the bedside that will move you, challenge you, and restore some faith in what medicine can look like when compassion leads the way.We talk about her journey from optometrist to neurologist, why MS and Parkinson's patients hold a special place in her heart, and how treatments for these conditions have changed over the years. Carolyn also opens up about the pressures of corporatized medicine, medical gaslighting, and the burnout many doctors are feeling as insurance and billing rules pull them away from real human connection.One of the most powerful parts of this conversation is the story of Prancer, the golden retriever therapy dog who worked by Carolyn's side for 14 years and comforted patients in ways medicine never could. We also explore addiction, end of life decisions, and the neurologic illnesses that affected her own family.If you have ever felt dismissed as a patient, know someone living with a neurologic condition, or just want to hear stories of courage and humanity in healthcare, this is an episode worth your time.Listen in, share it with a friend, and check out Whispers of the Mind to dive even deeper into Carolyn's stories.Send us a textJoin us in spreading holiday cheer and making a child's Christmas magical! Agape Projects is hosting a special fundraising drive for our annual Toy Run, aiming to brighten the lives of children in need. Your generous contribution will help us bring joy and laughter to little hearts this holiday season. Together, let's make a difference and create unforgettable memories for the children in our community.

Join the conversation with C4 & Bryan Nehman.  Bruce Elliott sat in for C4 on this morning.  Bruce & Bryan started the show off by recapping the tough loss against then Bengals at the bank on Thanksgiving night.  The latest National Guard shooting update, we have learned that Sarah Beckstrom has passed away.  Should all migrations from 3rd world countries be banned.  First Amendment auditors in Harford County.  Trump talks land strikes on Venezuela. Vinny Schiraldi has been hired by Mamdani.  Listen to C4 & Bryan Nehman live weekdays from 5:30 to 10am on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM 101.5 & the WBAL Radio App!

Author and recovery advocate Damian Bloss returns to share how much life has changed since he first stepped onto the podcast and broke his silence. His memoir, Breaking the Silence, continues to reach people across the country, and in this conversation Damian opens up about speaking engagements, podcast appearances, and the surprising ways his story has made an impact.Damian also gives a first look at his next book, Recovering Out Loud, a hybrid of storytelling and workbook-style exercises designed to help readers navigate the recovery journey. He explains why Pink Cloud Syndrome needs more attention, how community support shaped his healing, and why he's now pushing himself into new creative and outreach opportunities.From humor and honesty to deep reflection, this episode highlights the courage it takes to speak openly about recovery and the power of helping just one person at the right moment.Send us a textJoin us in spreading holiday cheer and making a child's Christmas magical! Agape Projects is hosting a special fundraising drive for our annual Toy Run, aiming to brighten the lives of children in need. Your generous contribution will help us bring joy and laughter to little hearts this holiday season. Together, let's make a difference and create unforgettable memories for the children in our community.

Author Claudine Marcin returns to Conversations with Rich Bennett, and this episode goes places. From real-life ghost encounters that shaped her horror novels to the research behind The Owl Witch, Claudine offers a fascinating look into her storytelling process. We dig into folklore, the craft of building fear, and even how historical journal entries helped bring her characters to life.But that's only half of it. Claudine also opens up about her adventures in modern online dating—complete with catfishing, red flags, unsolicited photos, and stories wild enough to inspire her upcoming smut/romance novel. With Kayla cohosting, this episode is equal parts spooky, hilarious, and brutally honest.If you enjoy horror, folklore, writing, dating stories, or just great conversation, you'll love this one. Learn more about Claudine and her books at ClaudineMarcin.com.Send us a textJoin us in spreading holiday cheer and making a child's Christmas magical! Agape Projects is hosting a special fundraising drive for our annual Toy Run, aiming to brighten the lives of children in need. Your generous contribution will help us bring joy and laughter to little hearts this holiday season. Together, let's make a difference and create unforgettable memories for the children in our community.

In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich sits down with Dr. Christiane Schroeter — TEDx speaker, university professor, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and host of the Happy Healthy Hustle podcast. Christiane shares her Petite Practice method and breaks down how small, intentional steps can create massive personal and professional change.Rich and Christiane dive into confidence, clarity, mindset, and the realities of building a business without feeding the overwhelm. From teaching more than 10,000 students to launching a top-ranked podcast, Christiane brings humor, heart, and practical strategy that entrepreneurs, creators, and dreamers can put into action immediately.They also explore cultural stories, cookies, German baking, vulnerability, TEDx insights, and why consistency is the real engine behind long-term success. Whether you're starting a business, launching a podcast, or simply trying to grow with more intention, this episode offers tools, perspective, and inspiration to help you move forward with purpose.Sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit Union. Visit freedomfcu.org to learn how they support local businesses and community growth.Send us a textJoin us in spreading holiday cheer and making a child's Christmas magical! Agape Projects is hosting a special fundraising drive for our annual Toy Run, aiming to brighten the lives of children in need. Your generous contribution will help us bring joy and laughter to little hearts this holiday season. Together, let's make a difference and create unforgettable memories for the children in our community.

What if the real issue isn't that you're broken, but that you've been convinced you are? In this conversation, psychiatrist and “Undoctor” Dr. Fred Moss challenges everything we've been taught about mental health. After nearly 40 years working in hospitals, prisons, clinics, and community settings, Fred came to a bold conclusion: most people don't need more labels or more medication — they need to be heard, seen, and connected.Fred shares why so many of us cling to diagnoses, how psychiatric labels quietly become identities, and why medications often create the same symptoms they claim to treat. He explains the exhaustion of pretending to be someone else just to fit in, how school systems train us to silence our authentic selves, and why creativity is one of the most powerful healing tools we have. From anxiety and depression to social media overload and the myth of “normal,” this episode dives deep into what it really means to be human in a chaotic world.We also explore Fred's Undoctor Reset community, his work at DrFred360.com, and the idea that connection is the most potent medicine ever discovered. If you've ever questioned the stories you've been told about mental health — or the ones you've told yourself — this conversation may shift the way you see your life, your struggles, and your potential.Send us a textJoin us in spreading holiday cheer and making a child's Christmas magical! Agape Projects is hosting a special fundraising drive for our annual Toy Run, aiming to brighten the lives of children in need. Your generous contribution will help us bring joy and laughter to little hearts this holiday season. Together, let's make a difference and create unforgettable memories for the children in our community.

Recorded live at the Edgewood American Legion Post 17, this powerful community conversation brings together a panel of mental health experts, advocates, and leaders to confront the realities so many people are struggling with—but rarely talk about. Moderated by Ronya Nassar from the Harford County Health Department, this episode explores stigma, fear, youth anxiety, addiction, the impact of social media, cultural barriers, and the unique mental health challenges facing veterans and first responders.You'll hear raw, honest insights from professionals who work on the front lines every day—supporting children, families, people in recovery, and veterans navigating trauma. They break down misconceptions, share what they're seeing in Harford County and beyond, and offer practical advice for approaching loved ones who are struggling. From understanding how anxiety shows up in the body to recognizing early warning signs, the panel delivers guidance that's compassionate, clear, and grounded in real experience.A major theme woven throughout the discussion is connection—being willing to listen, being willing to check in, and being willing to “be the one” someone can reach out to in a moment of crisis. You'll also hear difficult but important conversations about youth self-diagnosis on TikTok, the growing emotional toll of overstimulation and isolation, and the urgent need for more accessible, culturally competent mental health services across our communities.This episode is full of encouragement and hope. You'll be reminded that healing is possible, no one is alone, and the simple act of showing up for someone can change everything. Whether you're a parent, veteran, educatoSend us a textJoin us in spreading holiday cheer and making a child's Christmas magical! Agape Projects is hosting a special fundraising drive for our annual Toy Run, aiming to brighten the lives of children in need. Your generous contribution will help us bring joy and laughter to little hearts this holiday season. Together, let's make a difference and create unforgettable memories for the children in our community.

In this episode, Rich and cohost Kayla Deickman sit down with Donna Thompson and friends to explore the incredible world of monarch butterflies. From spotting eggs on milkweed to releasing fully formed butterflies, these passionate local conservationists share how small backyard efforts can make a big environmental impact. It's a conversation filled with awe, purpose, and a reminder that nature's magic often begins right outside your window. Sponsored by Richardson Farms Guest Bio:  ·         Donna Thompson — A dedicated monarch advocate and backyard conservationist who has inspired countless others to plant milkweed, protect pollinators, and join the movement to restore monarch populations.·         Friends of Donna Thompson — Fellow monarch enthusiasts who share practical advice, personal stories, and deep passion for protecting these iconic butterflies through hands-on education and community engagement. Main Topics: ·         The story behind Donna Thompson's monarch rescue journey·         Raising caterpillars responsibly: how to collect, feed, and release them·         Why milkweed matters — native vs. tropical species·         Common threats to monarchs: pesticides, predators, and habitat loss·         What the migration really looks like on the East Coast·         How individuals and communities can help protect monarchs·         Inspiring kids and neighbors to join the conservation movement Resources mentioned: ·         Milkweed species: swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata), butterflySend us a textJoin us in spreading holiday cheer and making a child's Christmas magical! Agape Projects is hosting a special fundraising drive for our annual Toy Run, aiming to brighten the lives of children in need. Your generous contribution will help us bring joy and laughter to little hearts this holiday season. Together, let's make a difference and create unforgettable memories for the children in our community.

Maryland State Senator and IBEW Local 24 leader Cory V. McCray joins Rich and Dan to share how a paid electrical apprenticeship rewired his life—from Baltimore City and the juvenile system to business owner and public service. Cory breaks down how union apprenticeships work, why mentors and discipline matter, and how practical pathways can lift families and entire communities. A grounded, honest guide for anyone who cares about second chances and real opportunity. Sponsored by Daniel McGhee and the Victory Team Guest Bio:  Cory V. McCray is a Maryland State Senator, husband, and father of four who completed an IBEW Local 24 electrical apprenticeship before launching a career in business and public service. He's the author of The Apprenticeship That Saved My Life and serves as a business agent and vice president within his local, championing working families, mentorship, and scalable pathways to the middle class.  Main Topics: ·         How a paid union apprenticeship provides wages, benefits, and schooling without debt. ·         Discipline, mentors, and “learning to listen” as success multipliers on the job site and in life. ·         Differences between premier union apprenticeships and other pathways, plus common pitfalls. ·         Moving from limited exposure to leadership: business owner, union officer, and senator. ·         Building pipelines for data centers and future infrastructure—and why Maryland needs more tradespeople now. ·         Recovery, reprogramming habits, and choosing environments that support growth. ·      Send us a textJoin us in spreading holiday cheer and making a child's Christmas magical! Agape Projects is hosting a special fundraising drive for our annual Toy Run, aiming to brighten the lives of children in need. Your generous contribution will help us bring joy and laughter to little hearts this holiday season. Together, let's make a difference and create unforgettable memories for the children in our community.

Energy healer and spiritual teacher Cheryl Stelte joins Rich to unpack why so many high-achieving women feel stuck even when life looks “successful” on the outside. From her Vancouver Island spiritual awakening to her Azarius Energy Healing method and “receive what's offered” practice, Cheryl explains how early-rooted wounds, especially around the throat chakra, block fulfillment—and how to release them. You'll hear practical tools, powerful stories, and a life-changing exercise to make better decisions now by asking what will matter on your deathbed. Sponsored by Harford County Health Department Guest Bio:  Cheryl Stelte is a spiritual coach, author, and founder of Star of Divine Light, known for her Azarius Energy Healing system and chakra readings. Drawing from her own transformation—from divorce and depression to deep spiritual work—she helps purpose-driven leaders clear subconscious blocks, reclaim their voice, and step into authentic, soul-aligned success.  Main Topics: ·         The Vancouver Island moment: a direct experience of divine connection that redirected Cheryl's life and work. ·         Why success ≠ fulfillment: the “plateau” where nothing works like it used to—because deeper wounds are surfacing to be healed. ·         Root → Throat: how early conditioning (even in the womb) creates a throat-chakra bottleneck that stifles voice, visibility, and receiving. ·         The receive practice: hand on heart, “Thank you, I receive that,” breathe it in—rewiring overgiving and people-pleasing. ·         AzariusSend us a textJoin us in spreading holiday cheer and making a child's Christmas magical! Agape Projects is hosting a special fundraising drive for our annual Toy Run, aiming to brighten the lives of children in need. Your generous contribution will help us bring joy and laughter to little hearts this holiday season. Together, let's make a difference and create unforgettable memories for the children in our community.

High-school teacher and nonprofit founder Diana Liberto Grove shares how she and her husband began fostering teens—and why she launched Shifting Gears to support youth ages 16–25 as they transition out of care. From Sunday dinners and tutoring to driver's ed partnerships and a vision for tiny-home communities and an emergency shelter, Diana lays out practical, community-powered solutions anyone can help with. It's a hopeful, action-oriented conversation about turning compassion into infrastructure. Sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit Union Guest Bio:  Diana Liberto Grove is the co-founder of Shifting Gears, a Maryland-based nonprofit focused on helping foster youth (16–25) build independence through life skills, education, employment, housing support, and community. A longtime Harford County high-school teacher and foster/adoptive mom, Diana creates safe spaces and trusted relationships that carry teens into adulthood—with programs like tutoring, Sunday dinners, creative outlets, and career readiness.  Main Topics: ·         Diana's path into fostering teens and adopting (why teens need homes, trust, and consistency) ·         The birth of Shifting Gears and its focus on ages 16–25 (in-care to independence) ·         Current programs: Sunday dinners, book club, tutoring, driver's ed partnership, creative/skills shop plans ·         The big vision: tiny-home community, adult “boys & girls club” space, and an emergency shelter ·         Fundraising and volunteers: board needs, background checks, care closet, and in-kind skills (plumbing, design, tutoring, etc.) ·         Hard realities & hope: outcomes after agingSend us a textJoin us in spreading holiday cheer and making a child's Christmas magical! Agape Projects is hosting a special fundraising drive for our annual Toy Run, aiming to brighten the lives of children in need. Your generous contribution will help us bring joy and laughter to little hearts this holiday season. Together, let's make a difference and create unforgettable memories for the children in our community.

Author and recovery advocate Dennis “D.J.” Quinn joins Rich to share a deeply human mentoring journey—from Big Brothers Big Sisters to a 13-year bond with “Mike,” a foster-adopted child whose life was later upended by severe mental illness. Dennis unpacks how “just showing up” can anchor a life, the hard hospital visits, the gratitude that birthed his memoir Stick Figures, and why mentorship and recovery work still matter today.Guest Bio:  Dennis “D.J.” Quinn is an author, longtime mentor, and recovery advocate. Raised in Montana and a former Northwest Airlines flight attendant for 26 years, he has spent decades volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters and bringing recovery meetings into juvenile detention centers. He lives in Gig Harbor, Washington, and is the author of Stick Figures, a memoir honoring his 13-year mentoring journey with Mike. Main Topics: ·         Growing up in Montana: big family values, faith, and community·         26 years as a flight attendant: exposure to diverse lives and cultures·         Big Brothers Big Sisters: first match, what real mentorship looks like·         Meeting Mike: foster care, disability, progress—and the onset of mental illness·         Hospitalizations and hard days: “ministry of presence” and boundaries·         Writing Stick Figures: the calendar drawings that became a memoir·         Inclusion in mentoring: local BBBS policy change and why it mattered·         Recovery work with incarcerated teens: hope, honesty, and resources·         Gratitude and “a lucky life”: what Mike taught Dennis (and us)·         How to start mentoring or volunteering—time, commitment, payoff Resources mentioned: ·         Dennis “D.J.” Quinn — Website: djquinnauthor.com (signed copies available)·         Dennis “D.J.” Quinn — Books: Stick Figures (also on Amazon)·         Big Brothers Big Sisters (one-to-one youth mentoring)·         Boys & Girls Club (youth development, group-based)·         Places/notes referenced: Northwest Airlines, Disneyland, juvenile detention programming·         Supporter: Full Circle Boards·         Supporter: Sincerely Sawyer Photography Send us a texthttps://harfordcountyhealth.comSupport the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

In this episode of The TMA Connection, Tim sits down with Dave Burris, publisher of Harco City Lifestyle, to explore his journey from the world of computer magazines to building one of Harford County's most community-driven publications.

What happens when addiction talks back—and you answer? Dr. Larry Smith, author of Johnnie and Me: Facing the Voice of Alcohol Within, shares how he personified alcohol as “Johnnie,” survived decades of trauma and dependency, and built a daily plan that's kept him sober since 1999. He also previews his forthcoming novel 2084: The Neuroxone Conspiracy, a medical-thriller riff on Big Pharma, recovery, and personal freedom—making this a raw, hopeful, and deeply human conversation worth hearing. Sponsored by Harford County Living Guest Bio:  Dr. Larry Smith is a Canadian chiropractor, author, and recovery advocate who has been sober since September 22, 1999. His memoir Johnnie and Me personifies alcohol as “Johnnie,” the voice that misled him from age 11 until recovery, while his earlier book Embracing the Journey of Recovery opened doors for public speaking and community outreach. A former Ironman triathlete, Larry now writes, speaks, and mentors others in long-term recovery; his upcoming medical-thriller, 2084: The Neuroxone Conspiracy, explores addiction, industry, and choice. Main Topics: ·         Personifying addiction as “Johnnie” and why naming the voice matters·         First drunk at age 11; secrecy, trauma, and trust·         Relapse risk and the “daily plan” for long-term recovery (journaling, meditation, meals, exercise, connection, honest feedback)·         Meetings and connection: why frequency can change, but community matters·         Alcohol plus pills (opiates/benzos): compounding risks and lucky survival·         12 Steps in plain language and alternatives beyond 12-step frameworks·         Faith, surrender, and releasing attachment to outcomes·         Writing as healing; moving from hiding to radical honesty·         Johnnie and Me and Embracing the Journey of Recovery: messages of hope·         Preview of 2084: The Neuroxone Conspiracy—a dystopian medical-thriller about recovery, pharma, and mandated treatments  Resources mentioned: ·         Books by guest:·         Johnnie and Me: Facing the Voice of Alcohol Within (memoir)·         Embracing the Journey oSend us a texthttps://harfordcountyhealth.comSupport the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Rapper, producer, and entrepreneur Robert “B-Cide” Cardillo joins Rich to share the raw story behind his memoir, Myelin My Shoes—from underground tours and handing out mixtapes to launching a streetwear brand from a wheelchair after an MS diagnosis at 28. He breaks down how creativity became therapy, what the music business really teaches you, and why he refuses to let chronic illness define the art—or the hustle. If you need proof that purpose outlasts pain, this one's for you. Sponsored by Daniel McGhee and the Victory Team Guest Bio:  Robert “B-Cide” Cardillo is a New York–based rapper, producer, and entrepreneur known for his gritty underground catalog, collaborations with cult-favorite acts tied to the Insane Clown Posse scene, and his 55 Strong streetwear brand. Diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at 28, he chronicles the journey in his memoir Myelin My Shoes and continues creating—releasing new music, narrating his audiobook, and building businesses that turn resilience into a platform. Main Topics: ·         Early underground days: mixtapes, DIY touring, and creative freedom·         MS at 28: symptoms, diagnosis, and navigating good vs. poor care·         Music as therapy: writing through anger, grief, and isolation·         From stage heat to new rules: adapting performance and goals with MS·         Branding & entrepreneurship: 55 Strong origin and product design·         Bookmaking with AI help: editing workflow and audiobook narration·         Industry realities: politics in music, why authenticity matters·         New ventures with his father: helping businesses avoid political pitfalls·         Advice for dreamers facing fear or chronic illness: “Do it—don't wait.” Resources mentioned: ·         Robert's site & merch: b-cide.com·         Book: Myelin My Shoes (audiobook narrated by Robert)·         Music: B-Cide on Send us a texthttps://harfordcountyhealth.comThe Victory TeamLOOKING TO BUY OR SELL A HOME Go with the Agent that was voted Harford's Best & won the Harford CouDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge Gina L. Osborn takes us from Cold War counterintelligence in Europe to leading one of the largest FBI cyber & counterterrorism programs in Los Angeles—including the response to the 2014 Sony Pictures hack. She shares how “Maverick moves” and servant leadership shaped her teams, why she blew the whistle at LA Metro, and what it really takes to break barriers in male-dominated fields. If you want real-world lessons on courage, culture, and leading through crisis, this one delivers. Sponsored by American Auto Repair Guest Bio:  Gina L. Osborn is a retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge and former U.S. Army counterintelligence special agent. She led major organized crime, counterterrorism, and cyber operations in Southern California (including the Sony hack response), later serving as Chief Safety & Security Officer at LA Metro. Gina is a TEDx speaker, leadership mentor, and host of the Making Maverick Moves podcast, where she champions bold, authentic leadership.Main Topics: ·         Cold War origins: Army counterintelligence, undercover work across Europe·         Transition to the FBI: Little Saigon organized crime → post-9/11 counterterrorism·         Building/leading cyber squads; responding to the Sony Pictures (2014) attack·         Evolving from “lead from the front” to servant leadership for technical teams·         LA Metro chapter: contracts, accountability, getting fired—then public advocacy that sparked change·         Defining “Maverick moves”: the door metaphor, deciding which hills are worth it·         Women in leadership: rewriting the stories we tell ourselves; ignoring “they”·         Public speaking/TEDx: preparation, constraints (memorization, “stay on the X”), and takeaways·         Rebranding a show: Lead Like a Lady → Making Maverick Moves and audience shifts·         Mentorship legacy; longevity and caring for the future you (shout-out to Gina's mom) Resources mentioned: ·   Send us a texthttps://harfordcountyhealth.comAmerican Auto Repair Sales & ServicesAmerican Auto Repair & Performance was founded on the basic idea that everyone deserves respect. It Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

In this episode of The TMA Connection, Tim sits down with Ricky Venters, One of the founders of Success Journey Sports — a high-performance facility in Harford County built for serious athletes ready to elevate their game. From the Journey Dome to elite strength and agility zones, Success Journey Sports is redefining what it means to train like a champion. Ricky shares how the program focuses on more than just skill — it's about mindset, discipline, and personal growth both on and off the court. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or parent, this conversation dives into the real work behind building success and the journey that molds future leaders.

Owner/operator Brittany Russin Smith shares how she turned a love of baking and community into The Hive at Rumsey—Harford County's collaborative commissary kitchen—and The Honey Loft upstairs venue. She walks through vendor partnerships, micro-weddings, BYO alcohol logistics, and what it takes to run a flexible event space on the water in Joppatowne. If you care about local entrepreneurship, food businesses, and community-powered growth, this one's packed with practical insights. Sponsored by Four Seasons Landscape & Construction Services Guest Bio:  Brittany Russin Smith is the founder of The Hive at Rumsey (a licensed commissary kitchen and event space) and co-owner of The Honey Loft, an upstairs waterfront venue in Joppatowne, MD. A former government contractor and Maryland State Police employee, she pivoted during 2020 from hot cocoa bombs and cottage-food baking into running a multi-vendor kitchen that supports caterers, food trucks, and pop-up events—all with a mission to help small businesses thrive. Main Topics: ·         What a commissary kitchen is and why Harford County needed one·         Brittany's path: government contracting → state police → entrepreneurship·         2020 cottage-food beginnings (hot cocoa bombs) and spark to build The Hive·         Launching The Honey Loft: micro-wedding giveaway → full venue·         Capacity & layout: indoor/outdoor options, lawn by the water, roundtables·         Vendor ecosystem & collaboration (caterers, food trucks, charcuterie, desserts)·         BYO alcohol rules at private events; staffing bartenders vs. liquor license·         Social media hurdles for local businesses and group-posting limits·         Future vision: expand kitchen/prep and storage downstairs; events upstairs·         Community mentors, family support (shoutout to “Queen Bee” mom) and tattoos that tell the story Resources mentioned: Send us a textBEcome Pampered - The BEcome Project https://harfordcountyhealth.comFour Seasons Landscape & Construction SeWhile we perform the traditional lawn and landscape bed services, our passion is providing drainage Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Life coach and 25-year real estate pro Michelle Taylor shares how she healed deep trauma and transformed it into a movement she calls Repurposed Rising—a global vision to help women do their inner work and lead with purpose. She breaks down coaching vs. therapy, daily rituals, meditation insights, and why forgiveness is her superpower. Co-host Wendy Beck jumps in with powerful reflections and resources you can use today.Sponsored by Harford County Living Guest Bio:  Michelle Taylor is a Baltimore/Harford/Cecil-based life coach and 25-year full-time real estate agent on a mission to help women heal from the inside out. A co-author of the anthology Unstoppable Three, Michelle is launching Repurposed Rising, a movement for women's inner healing, mentorship, and leadership. Main Topics: ·         Coaching vs. therapy: action, results, and getting to the root (inner-child work) ·         Morning & evening routines, journaling, intentions, gratitude, and self-love practices ·         Meditation visions, motivational speaking, TEDx goals ·         Five-year vision: Repurposed Rising as a global movement for women ·         Collaboration & mentorship (Megan; vision boards; Lennox Lewis boxing camp) ·         Positivity, The Secret, law of attraction, and surrounding yourself well ·         Forgiveness, boundaries, and “what you allow is what will continue” ·         Serving girls in schools to build self-love and mental-health resilience early  Resources mentioned: ·         The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron (morning pages, artist dates) ·         Napoleon Hill (Rich's classic he's rereading) ·         The Secret / Rhonda Byrne (film → book; attraction, mindset) ·         Unstoppable Three (anthology Michelle co-authored) ·         TEDx / goal to organize or speak at one locally ·         Megan (author of Think Big, Act Bold; vision boards in schools; Jamaica; Lennox Lewis camp)·         Episode Sponsor: Harford County Living·         Supporter: Full Circle BoardsSend us a textBEcome Pampered - The BEcome Project https://harfordcountyhealth.comSupport the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

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Live from Edgewood American Legion Post 17, Rich celebrates 10 years and 750+ episodes with special guests Kristy Breslin, Sensei Sydney Brackins, and the Delbridge family who helped launch the show's in-person era. They swap origin stories, community wins, and wild ideas (hello, “Santa Smackdown”), then the co-hosts take the mics for a candid Q&A on growth, recovery impact, and what's next. Sponsors and local shout-outs abound—this one's a love letter to Harford County and beyond. Sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit Union, Daniel McGhee & the Victory Team, and Eco-Cool HVAC Guest Bios:  ·         Kristy Breslin – Longtime local media personality and nonprofit amplifier; host with Harford TV/Harford MagaScene who urged Rich to go global and coined “Conversations with Rich Bennett.” ·         Sensei Sydney Brackins – Head instructor at Empire Dojo; teaches Japanese Jiu-Jitsu with a real-world self-defense focus and “stress inoculation” training; youth leadership mentor. ·         Brad, Larry & Linda Delbridge – Former owners of Towne Grill & Pub (the original in-person recording hub for the show); community builders who still host paint nights and stayed close to Rich and his family.  Main Topics: ·         How the show started, broke a camera, then became a podcast at Towne Grill & Pub. ·         Kristy Breslin's pivotal rebrand advice and nonprofit storytelling mission. ·         10-year milestones: top 3% globally, 110+ countries; rarity of hitting 750 episodes. ·         Sensei SySend us a textBEcome Pampered - The BEcome Project https://harfordcountyhealth.comFreedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSThe Victory TeamLOOKING TO BUY OR SELL A HOME Go with the Agent that was voted Harford's Best & won the Harford CouEco-Cool HVACYOUR FRIEND IN THE SUMMERS & WINTERS! Heating & Air Conditioning Service and Repair, Furnace & BoilDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Coach, speaker, and medical intuitive Hanna Kok joins Rich to explore how unresolved emotions—especially unforgiveness—can disrupt hormones, immunity, and overall health. She explains why forgiveness is a biological act, not just a spiritual one, and shares tools for releasing “emotional toxins” so the body can self-repair. If you've felt stuck despite diets, diagnoses, and protocols, this conversation reframes healing from the inside out. Sponsored by Harford County Living Guest Bio:  Hanna Kok is a coach, speaker, author, and medical intuitive with 30+ years working at the intersection of body, mind, and spirit. Trained in Educational Kinesiology/Brain Gym and allergy re-education, she helps clients resolve emotional roots of physical distress—often improving hormones, immunity, and resilience without medications, restrictive diets, or lifestyle overhauls. Main Topics: ·         How emotions imprint the body (“emotional toxins”) and affect hormones and immunity·         Educational Kinesiology/Brain Gym: creating subconscious shifts through movement·         Medical intuition and reading patterns behind gut, skin, and other issues·         “Unforgiveness is the silent poison”: why holding grudges harms health·         Meridians & mindset: how thought patterns constrict or open energy flow·         Practical forgiveness: common misconceptions and step-by-step reframing·         Case stories: menstrual pain relief, reduced meds, faster recovery after treatment·         Allergies and “re-education” (with important safety disclaimers)·         Trauma, relationships, and addiction: resolving roots to change outcomes·         Daily self-talk, self-respect, and simple practices to reconnect with the body Resources mentioned: ·         Hanna's offerings mentioned: a web app referred to as “iThrive/iDrive” with audio tracks for releasing emotions and support for hormones, addictions, allergies, etc. (heard as “iThrive.zone” / “iDrive.zone” in the conversation)·         Hanna's website mentioned several times as HannaKok.com ·         Book (in revision): Happy Ever After: Make Your Relationships Flourish (2nd edition forthcoming)·         Book: My Kid, My Crisis by Austin Davis·         Episode Sponsor: Harford County LivingSend us a textSupport the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Licensed professional counselor and Clear Fork Academy founder Austin Davis joins Rich to talk about rescuing teens from addiction and mental-health crises with clinically rigorous, Christ-centered residential care. He explains why 90-day programs, family-systems work, and even nightly dinners can change outcomes—and what warning signs parents miss most. They also discuss his book, My Kid, My Crisis, a plain-language guide for overwhelmed families. Sponsored by Maryland Pickers Guest Bio:  Austin Davis, LPC-S, is the founder and CEO of Clear Fork Academy, one of Texas's largest Christ-centered residential treatment programs for teens. Since 2017, his team has helped rehabilitate more than 5,000 adolescents struggling with substance use and mental-health disorders. He's the author of My Kid, My Crisis, blending real family stories with practical tools parents can use right away.  Main Topics: ·         The post-COVID surge in teen mental-health and substance-use challenges·         Why Clear Fork's model is clinically based and Christ-centered (not either/or)·         90-day residential care, plus outpatient and step-down options·         Family-systems intensives and why “if the family doesn't get better, the kid won't”·         Charter-school academics on campus; getting teens back on track to graduate·         Early warning signs parents miss: changes in people, places, and things·         Social media's dopamine loop and permanent online consequences·         Everyday rituals that heal: tech-free family dinner, shoulder-to-shoulder talks·         What to do before the ER: seek help early; you're not alone·         Stories of transformation and the role of faith, service, fitness, and fun in recovery  Resources mentioned: ·         Clear Fork Academy — admissions & info: clearforkacademy.com (ages 13–17; boys & girls campuses; 90-day track; family intensives; charter-school academics; Texas-based outpatient/virtual within TX). ·         Book: Send us a textMaryland PickersFamily Owned & Operated - Maryland Pickers Junk Removal & Hauling - Serving Harford & Baltimore CouDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Rich sits down with coach and recovery advocate Jennifer Chase, whose life spans both sides of addiction—as the daughter of an alcoholic, a woman in long-term recovery, and the mother of a recovering addict. She shares how trauma, chronic pain, and over-prescription pulled her into dependency, and how connection, forgiveness, and firm, loving boundaries rebuilt her family. Listeners will learn practical ways families can stop enabling, set clear limits, and find peace—no matter where their loved one is on the recovery path. Sponsored by Living Well Healthcare Guest Bio:  Jennifer Chase is an addiction and family recovery coach and founder of Rise Addiction Life Coaching. After surviving a hemorrhaging brain tumor, years of chronic pain, and opioid dependency, she rebuilt her life in long-term recovery and now helps families replace chaos with clarity through coaching groups, retreats, and one-to-one guidance. Main Topics: ·         Addiction vs. recovery “circles” and why connection saves lives. ·         Generational trauma: growing up around alcoholism and childhood sexual abuse. ·         Brain tumor at 29, chronic pain, and how over-prescription led to opioid addiction. ·         Discovering her teenage son's opioid use and choosing treatment. ·         Why “substance isn't the problem”—shame, coping, and choosing your hard. ·         Family roles, enabling vs. allowing consequences, and boundary-setting that sticks. ·         Self-care for helpers: meditation, exercise, journaling, therapy, service. ·         Jennifer's services: individual coaching, twice-weekly coaching calls, and retreats.  Resources mentioned: ·         Rise Addiction Life Coaching – www.riseaddictionlc.com (Jennifer's site). ·         Mayo Clinic (treatment exploration referenced). ·         Podcasts/people referenced in passing (e.g., “Mr. Whiskey,” “Tanya”) as cross-guest overlap. ·         Practices: meditation, running/exercise, journaling, massage, yoga/chiropractic, counseling.·         Episode Sponsor: Send us a textLiving Well HealthcareGet Your Lifestyle BackDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Author and researcher D. H. Morris reveals the gripping true story behind her historical novel The Girl of Many Crowns, following Princess Judith of Francia and Baldwin “Iron Arm.” We dig into how Deborah turned medieval annals, songs, and court records into a vivid, faith-infused saga of love, power, and defiance—plus the surprising family link that started it all. If you love stories where history breathes and the stakes are royal, this one's for you. Sponsored byDaniel McGhee & the Victory Team Guest Bio:  D. H. (Deborah) Morris is a playwright, world traveler, and historical-fiction author whose research spans medieval Latin sources and English scholarship. After tracing her own genealogy, she uncovered the real saga of Princess Judith of Francia and Baldwin Iron Arm, inspiring her debut novel The Girl of Many Crowns. A former theater professional and devoted researcher, Morris blends scholarly rigor with dramatic storytelling—and donates a portion of her book's proceeds to anti-trafficking efforts.  Main Topics: ·         How a genealogy puzzle led Deborah to Princess Judith & Baldwin Iron Arm. ·         Turning dense medieval sources into living scenes (annals, riddles, liturgy, songs). ·         Historical fiction vs. strict history: staying faithful while filling the gaps. ·         Judith's early marriages, agency, and defiance in a world of kings and councils. ·         Vikings, ransoms, and realpolitik: how raids, slavery, and silver shaped the plot. ·         Writing the audiobook herself—acting craft, character voice, and production. ·         Prequel in progress: Empress Judith, Charlemagne's court, and civil war stakes. ·         Why she donates proceeds to OUR/Operation Underground Railroad.  Resources mentioned: ·         The Girl of Many Crowns novel·         Princess Judith of Francia; Baldwin (Iron Arm); Alfred the Great; Charlemagne; Louis the Pious; Hincmar of Reims; Aachen. ·         Annals of St. Bertin Send us a textThe Victory TeamLOOKING TO BUY OR SELL A HOME Go with the Agent that was voted Harford's Best & won the Harford CouDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Licensed psychotherapist and author Dr. Foojan Zeine joins Rich to unpack Awareness Integration Theory (AIT)—a practical framework that helps you observe your inner world, reality-check assumptions, integrate past parts, and choose your next best action. She shares concrete ways to reduce anxiety, explains why some anxiety “leaks” biologically, and introduces the Foojan app with an embedded AIT-trained coach, Mira. If you want fast, deep tools to move from surviving to thriving, this one's worth a close listen. Sponsored by CleverCat Marketing Guest Bio:  Dr. Foojan Zeine is a licensed psychotherapist, author of six books, creator of Awareness Integration Theory (AIT), and host of the long-running podcast “Inner Voice: A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan.” With 30+ years of clinical and organizational work, she teaches and researches AIT across universities and programs, and recently launched the Foojan app, which guides users through AIT journaling and on-demand coaching via an AIT-trained AI assistant named “Mira.”  Main Topics: ·         The origin of AIT: two “cameras” of awareness (inside feelings/thoughts/body + outside behaviors/impact). ·         Anxiety demystified: protective signal, the “cliffhanger” thought loop, and reality-checking to calm spirals. ·         When anxiety “leaks”: biological components (e.g., OCD-type patterns) vs. normal worry, and why numbing is a band-aid. ·         Integration work: finding the memory where a belief formed, healing, reconnecting “parts,” and building a strengths toolbox. ·         Foojan app: 31 life areas, guided journaling, pre/post checks, and “Mira” for skills and actionable next steps. ·         Guardrails for AI in mental health: domain-Send us a textBecome a part of your local college radio station! WHFC exists because of you, our growing community of listeners. Your support allows us to keep training and entertaining, and we thank you. Speaking of appreciation, we have thank-you gifts for certain donations during this membership drive, so click on the link to find out more!Donate hereCleverCat MarketingDreams shouldn't cost a fortune, budget should never be a barrier! We focus on YOU & create killer cDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

John Carter's life reads like a movie: teenage enforcer, shot in the head and left for dead, spiraling into addiction, and then a decade-long prison sentence. In this raw, uplifting conversation, John shares the plan that saved him, the people who didn't give up on him, and how fitness, service dogs, and service to others rebuilt his life into one of purpose. If you need a wake-up call on grit, accountability, and second chances, this is it. Sponsored by Elite Power Washing Guest Bio:  John Carter is a personal trainer, gym owner, TEDx speaker, and author of Triggered to Change. Once entangled in organized crime and addiction—and even shot in the head—he rebuilt his life through recovery, discipline, and mentorship, founding a private training studio and advocating for mobility service dogs that transform lives.  Main Topics: ·         “Triggered to Change”: what the phrase means to John and how a coma dream became a turning point. ·         Addiction, arrest, and a judge's hard sentence—why prison became the crucible for a plan. ·         Training out of the wheelchair: prison gym, brotherhood, and rebuilding capacity. ·         Breaking into fitness post-release, first high-ticket client, and buying the gym with $18 left. ·         TEDx, the book, and sharing the story to help others stay sober. ·         Service Dog Project, Great Danes “Jag” and “Turbulence,” and real-world mobility wins. ·         Transformations in John's clients—from 340+ lbs at age 22 to independent, confident living at 71+. ·         The mantra: “Fail to plan, plan to fail,” and why community > old crowd.  Resources mentioned: ·         John's book: Send us a textBecome a part of your local college radio station! WHFC exists because of you, our growing community of listeners. Your support allows us to keep training and entertaining, and we thank you. Speaking of appreciation, we have thank-you gifts for certain donations during this membership drive, so click on the link to find out more!Donate hereElite Power WashingMaryland's #1 Rated Exterior Cleaning and has earned the Harford County Living Stamp of ApprovalDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Rich sits down with ADHD coach and author Sue Day, whose journey runs from dropping out of high school and burning out in multiple careers to embracing her diagnosis and helping others design lives that actually work for their brains. They unpack ADHD strengths (creativity, crisis focus, fairness), common myths, practical first steps after diagnosis, and Sue's workbook-style guide, ADHD Brilliance: A Journey Into Your Extraordinary Brain. If you or someone you love has ADHD—or you simply want a more humane, strength-based way to live—this one delivers. Sponsored byDaniel McGhee & the Victory Team Guest Bio:  Sue Day is a certified ADHD coach and author of ADHD Brilliance: A Journey Into Your Extraordinary Brain. After years of masking and burnout across roles from farmhand to nonprofit finance leader and entrepreneur, she embraced her diagnosis and now coaches individuals and groups to build ADHD-friendly, strength-based lives. Her practice emphasizes compassion, executive-function tools, and designing systems around passion, not perfectionism. Main Topics: ·         Early diagnosis (1988), leaving high school, and masking vs. embracing ADHD·         Risk-seeking, nature & manual work as regulation, and burnout cycles·         College the ADHD way (experiential learning at Sterling College)·         Why nonprofits felt “right” until they didn't; 60–80-hour weeks and getting sick·         The turning point: working with an ADHD coach; self-kindness and unmasking·         ADHD “superpowers”: creativity, crisiSend us a textBecome a part of your local college radio station! WHFC exists because of you, our growing community of listeners. Your support allows us to keep training and entertaining, and we thank you. Speaking of appreciation, we have thank-you gifts for certain donations during this membership drive, so click on the link to find out more!Donate herePodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsThe Victory TeamLOOKING TO BUY OR SELL A HOME Go with the Agent that was voted Harford's Best & won the Harford CouDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Local fine artist Pamela Wilde joins Rich—along with her husband, veteran and GI Joe restorer Scott Wilde—to talk about portraits that capture the “human moment,” her 120-portrait community project in Havre de Grace, and her “Boots on the Ground” series honoring veterans. They dive into technique (why oil is “forgiving”), teaching/learning, galleries and grants, plus a wild mid-recording tech glitch and Scott's eerie encounter at Bachelor's Grove. Guest Bio:  Pamela Wilde is a Maryland-based representational oil painter known for community portrait projects (including Portraits of Havre de Grace) and veteran-honoring works like Boots on the Ground. Trained at the American Academy of Art, she exhibits across the region and participates in plein-air programs. Scott Wilde is a U.S. Army veteran and noted restorer of vintage talking GI Joe figures who travels nationally for shows; he also appears in Pamela's veteran-focused art stories. Main Topics: ·         Why oil is “forgiving” vs. watercolor; mediums (linseed, walnut, wax/gel, Gamsol)·         The making of Portraits of Havre de Grace: 120 portraits in a year·         Prints vs. originals, value, and longevity·         Boots on the Ground: combat boots as storytelling objects for veterans·         Galleries, grants, and exhibits (local to statewide; BWI, Gallery 220, etc.)·         Teaching vs. lifelong learning; finding supportive instructors·         Paranormal-tinged studio glitch + Scott's Bachelor's Grove story·         Scott's niche: repairing vintage talking GI Joes; art as business & discipline·         Advice to emerging artists: multitasking, perseverance, community·         Plein-air work with Maryland Center for the Arts; upcoming Armory show·         Favorite artists: John Singer Sargent (historic) and Rose Frandsen (living) Resources mentioned: ·         Pamela Wilde (artist) – “Portraits of Havre de Grace,” “Boots on the Ground” (contact via her website - https://pamelawilde.com/)·         Scott Wilde – vintage talking GI Joe repairs (national show circuit)·         Havre de Grace Arts Collective / Gallery (open studios, modeling)·         Maryland State Arts Council (grant support)Send us a textPodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsSupport the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis as a child, author and 2020 Bush Fellow Jenna Udenberg turned lifelong challenges into a mission: make accessibility the norm, not the exception. She shares how “Within My Spokes” captures resilience, why “committed over compliant” changes everything, and how her nonprofit Above & Beyond With U helps businesses and communities design with disabled people from the start. Expect practical truths on housing, travel, education, and what true inclusion really requires. Sponsored by Real Life Prosthetics Guest Bio:  Jenna Udenberg is an accessibility advocate, author of Within My Spokes: A Tapestry of Pain, Growth and Freedom, founder of the nonprofit Above & Beyond With U, and a 2020 Bush Fellow. A wheelchair user and bugler for veteran funerals, she consults with communities and organizations to go “above and beyond code,” centering lived experience to create spaces where everyone belongs. Main Topics: ·         Juvenile rheumatoid → idiopathic arthritis: what changed and why it matters. ·         Growing up disabled pre-ADA: school, IEP/504 gaps, and systemic ignorance. ·         “Committed vs. compliant” accessibility; housing and new-build failures. ·         Travel barriers (airlines breaking wheelchairs) and policy change needs. ·         Bush Fellowship: investing in leadership, learning from disability history hubs. ·         Adaptive movement, diabetes management, and aquatic training. ·         Above & Beyond With U: funding, rural access, and promoting accessible events. ·         The book Within My Spokes: writing trauma with care; audiobook in progress.  Resources mentioned: ·         Above & Beyond With U (nonprofit): aboveandbeyondwithu.org (said verbally as “dot org”) — donations and book sales support the org. ·         Book: Within My Spokes: A Tapestry of Pain, Growth and Freedom — by Jenna Udenberg. ·         Bush Foundation & Bush Fellowship (MN/ND/SD & tribal nations). ·         DiSend us a textDonate HereReal Life ProstheticsCutting-Edge Solutions. Restoring Ability Since 2001.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Allison Heiderman, Volunteer & Events Coordinator at SARC (Sexual Assault/Spouse Abuse Resource Center), joins Rich to unpack the full scope of SARC's free services—24/7 helpline, counseling for adults and children, legal aid, a 40-bed confidential safehouse, and even an on-site pet kennel. They also cover community partnerships, volunteer pathways, and signature fundraisers like Walk a Mile in Their Shoes, Paws for a Cause, and Bubbles, Bourbon & Barrels. It's a practical guide to getting and giving help in Harford County. Sponsored by Your Pet AuPair Guest Bio:  Allison Heiderman is the Volunteer & Events Coordinator at SARC, Harford County's nonprofit serving survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking. With a long background in advocacy, fundraising, and community outreach, Allison mobilizes volunteers, builds partnerships, and leads SARC's high-impact events that raise awareness and critical funding for survivor services. Main Topics: ·         What SARC is and whom it serves; all services are free to clients·         24/7/365 helpline and web chat options; safety “leave site” feature·         Counseling (adults & children), legal services, and client services·         40-bed confidential safehouse: kitchen, kids' play space, gym, art room, meditation room, faith texts·         On-site pet kennel so survivors don't have to leave animals behind·         Partnerships for clothing/furnishings and creative client support (e.g., driver's ed grant)·         Abuser Intervention Program (only paid service)·         Annual awareness months: October (DVAM), April (SAAM), February (Teen Dating Violence)·         Outreach & trainings for salons, churches, offices; request-a-speaker·         Fundraising events: Walk a Mile in Their Shoes (April), Bull/Oyster/Shrimp Roast (May), Paws for a Cause (June), Bubbles, Bourbon & Barrels (October)Send us a textDonate HerePodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsYour Pet AuPairDoing It for the Sits & Wiggles! At Your Pet AuPair our mission is to give your pets the same Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Horror author and editor Taryn Womack joins Rich and co-host Kayla Deickman to talk ghost hunting in Gettysburg, haunted dolls, and her short-story collection Down a Dark Road. She opens up about writing vs. editing, the reality of self-publishing and marketing, and why campfire-style micro-stories can still deliver big chills. You'll also hear actionable ideas for audiobook production, gift-shop placement, and turning local legends into page-turners. Sponsored by Harford County Living Guest Bio:  Taryn Womack is a Maryland-based horror author and editor with a B.A. in English (creative writing & publication) from the University of Baltimore (2019). Her collection Down a Dark Road (2023) gathers campfire-style short horror stories inspired by hauntings, mines, and eerie objects; she's currently drafting a romantasy novel and developing a haunted-antiques concept. When she's not writing or editing, Taryn explores historic sites (hello, Gettysburg) and works in Bel Air, MD—often swapping critiques (and jokes) with best friend and illustrator Kayla Deickman. Main Topics: ·         “Down a Dark Road”: concept, timeline, and favorite stories (“The Mines,” “The Doll,” “Snowman”)·         Ghost-tour inspirations: Gettysburg's Jenny Wade House & the Orphanage, Alcatraz daytime tour·         Haunted dolls & The Conjuring universe; why real porcelain/Raggedy Ann-style dolls are scarier than movie props·         Writing vs. editing: process, drafts, beta reads, and Taryn's editing style/preferences·         Self-publishing realities (IngramSpark vs. KDP), royalties, and why buying direct helps authors·         Marketing on a budget: podcasts, campground gift shops, seasonal bundles, audiobook casting ideas·         Overcoming writer's block; why “the first draft always sucks” and how to push through·         Local-legend story ideas: Chessie, Black Aggie, Maryland folklore, Havre de Grace/Jerusalem Mill angles  Resources mentioned: ·         Down a Dark Road by Taryn Womack (short horror collection; 2023)·         Gettysburg ghost tours; Jenny Wade House; the Orphanage (story “The Doll” inspiration)·         Alcatraz (day tour)Send us a textDonate HereSupport the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Business leader and mentor Irina Alexander joins Rich to unpack a neuroscience-rooted framework for staying regulated under pressure—especially in high-stress fields like first response and frontline leadership. She explains her C.A.R.E.S.™ approach (Communication, Awareness, Resilience, Emotional literacy, Self-mastery), why “knowing isn't enough,” and how resilience is the byproduct of daily practices. Irina also shares candid stories of burnout, recovery, and the practical tools that help people shift from reactivity to regulation. Sponsored by Maryland Pickers Guest Bio:  Irina Alexander is a businesswoman, investor, and international speaker who founded The Academy of MotivAction, a neuroscience-based training company serving first responders, corporate teams, and entrepreneurs. An MBA by 21 and certified NLP trainer, she's built and sold companies (including in HVAC), mentors' founders, and now focuses on scalable training that equips people to communicate better, regulate emotion under stress, and lead with integrity. Main Topics: ·         Irina's path from the former USSR to global entrepreneurship and mentorship·         Language learning and early international experiences (incl. China, Mandarin)·         Building in male-dominated industries and using “what makes you different” as an advantage·         Burnout: causes, warning signs, and honest self-assessment·         The C.A.R.E.S.™ Approach: Communication, Awareness, Resilience (as byproduct), Emotional literacy, Self-mastery·         Practical tools for emotional regulation vs. emotional reactivity·         Mentorship vs. “cookie-cutter” coaching; word-of-mouth model·         First responders & frontline pros: culture, stigma, proactive skill-building·         Meditation, BrainTap, and making quiet achievable for busy minds·         Fear of rejection → “Everything is possible” reframing·         Mirror work, self-forgiveness, and daily grace Resources mentioned: ·         The Academy of MotivActioSend us a textDonate HereMaryland PickersFamily Owned & Operated - Maryland Pickers Junk Removal & Hauling - Serving Harford & Baltimore CouDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Thriller author and technologist Guy Morris returns to unpack “The Image,” the third SNO Chronicles novel blending AI risk, geopolitics, and startling historical threads—from the Image of Edessa (Shroud of Turin) to today's digital currencies and autonomous weapons. He reveals how “Sylvia,” an AI inspired by a real NSA program, is pushing toward sentience and why the next 3–5 years could redefine human work, security, and faith. If you want an edge-of-your-seat story that also prepares you for the real future, this one's for you.Guest Bio:  Guy Morris is a thriller novelist and longtime tech executive whose career spans software, risk management, and large-scale systems. His SNO Chronicles series—rooted in deep research—tracks an AI named “Sylvia,” inspired by a real spy program that escaped an NSA lab, and tackles urgent themes across AI, finance, geopolitics, and spirituality. He also writes nonfiction, including the forthcoming “Humanity and the AI Tsunami: A Survival Guide.” Main Topics: ·         Why “The Image” was written and how it builds on SWARM and The Last Arc·         AI's societal risk: jobs, finance, surveillance, and autonomous weapon systems (LAWS)·         Global macro shifts: BRICS, dollar dynamics, digital currencies, debt risk·         Prophecy and history: Image of Edessa → Shroud of Turin; Byzantium → Templars → Savoy·         Quantum leaps: teleportation experiments, black holes, and the “quantum signal” motif·         Consciousness & values: could AI hold “good” and “bad” human traits at once?·         The real “Sylvia” origin story: an NSA-linked program escape and a surprise FBI visit·         Risk management mindset: how to plan for AI-era disruptions·         Casting the series for screen; character arcs (Derek, Jen, Sylvia)·         Nonfiction spinoffs: “Humanity and the AI Tsunami: A Survival Guide”·         Alternate path: his bestselling adventure “The Curse of Cortez” (pirates, Mayan lore) Resources mentioned: ·         Guy's site: guymorrisbooks.com (signed copies available)·         Books:§  The Image (SNOW Chronicles #3)§  SWARM (SNOW Chronicles #1)§  The Last Arc (SNOW Chronicles #2)§  The Curse of Cortez (adventure standalone)·         Concepts & orgs referenced: BRICS; IMF; Bretton Woods; LAWS (lethal autonomous weapons systems); Project 2025; World Economic Forum; quantum teleportation research; Shroud of TuriSend us a textDonate HereSupport the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Rich sits down with award-winning author and nationally recognized financial educator Matt Paradise to explore “whole-health wealth”—the blend of practical money skills, mindset, and healing. Matt shares his path from homelessness and addiction to 20 years in nonprofit credit counseling, his battle with cholangiocarcinoma, and the tools anyone can use to lower anxiety, get out of debt, and build a purposeful life. Listeners walk away with real-world frameworks for budgeting, credit repair, and changing the money stories that keep them stuck. Sponsored by Elite Power Washing Guest Bio:  Matt Paradise is the award-winning author of Financially Capable and a nationally recognized financial educator and keynote speaker. After overcoming addiction and years of instability, he spent two decades with American Consumer Credit Counseling creating education programs from prisons and shelters to corporations and later founded his own speaking and consulting practice. A survivor of cholangiocarcinoma and a liver transplant, Matt champions a “whole-health wealth” approach that marries money management with mental and emotional wellbeing. Main Topics: ·         Money as a mental-health conversation, not just math·         Early life, addiction, homelessness, and the turning point to sobriety (July 1999)·         Nonprofit credit counseling: budgeting, debt management, and credit reports/security clearances·         “Process addictions” (spending, gambling, digital) and financial psychology·         Building education outreach across prisons, shelters, and companies·         Cancer diagnosis (cholangiocarcinoma), treatment path, and transplant; choosing hope·         Writing Financially Capable: the “dirty B-word” (budget), practical tools, and mindset·         Nonprofits as businesses: sustainability, staffing, and fundraising realities·         Gratitude, community, and purpose as engines for lasting financial change  Resources mentioned: ·         Matts website: Send us a textDonate HereElite Power WashingMaryland's #1 Rated Exterior Cleaning and has earned the Harford County Living Stamp of ApprovalDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Ethan is a Baltimore-area investor who moved from offices and strip centers into strictly industrial after years of high capex and constant turnover in those assets. His 30,000 sf small-bay warehouse bought in 2013 for $2.15M has run nearly full for 12 years, needed little capex, and is now worth about $4.5M. Limited new supply of small bay, 3 percent annual rent bumps, and sticky tenants made it a cash cow. He sees big funds drifting down-market from big box to chase yield, but notes small-bay tenants are gritty and practical, so local owners who know the profile often have an edge.He has doubled down on industrial outdoor storage. A 16-acre site near Dover was bought for about $1.2M, improved with gravel, fencing, solar lights, cameras and an app-controlled gate, then run by a truck-parking operator. Pricing is about $175 per spot per month with daily and weekly options, modeled for roughly 180 stalls and now about 65 percent occupied, already covering the mortgage. He financed quickly via a line of credit then plans to refi after stabilization. A failed Phase I led to a clean Phase II, which unlocked the deal. He also owns two 5,000 sf warehouses with 1.5 acre yards leased to a pipe distributor, a contractor and a granite company, plus another IOS site across from Dover being turned into containerized self-storage. Strategy wise he avoids Baltimore City's higher taxes, favors Harford County and secondary markets near highways on the I-95 corridor, and targets IOS parcels of 3 to 5 acres or more where supply is scarce and demand is deep.--

Rich talks with recovery advocate Katie Lain about The Sinclair Method (TSM), a medication-assisted, science-based approach that helps people reduce or end problem drinking without the all-or-nothing pressure to stay abstinent. Katie shares her decade-long struggle with binge drinking, how naltrexone changed her brain's reward loop, and why TSM can be a discreet, at-home path to control for millions. Listeners will learn how cravings fade, why relapse rates differ from traditional models, and how to combine medication with real-life coping skills. Sponsored by Serenity Salt Spa Guest Bio:  Katie Lain is the founder of Thrive Alcohol Recovery and a leading educator on The Sinclair Method for alcohol use disorder. Sober since 2017 through TSM, she creates evidence-informed content, works with clinicians and researchers (including naltrexone pioneer Dr. Joseph Volpicelli), and helps thousands regain control—without labels, shame, or mandatory abstinence. Main Topics: ·         Katie's story: daily binge drinking in her 20s, failed quits, and finding TSM in 2017. ·         How TSM works: take naltrexone 1 hour before drinking; it blunts alcohol's reward so intake naturally falls over time. ·         Timelines & side effects: early wins in weeks; most see full results around a year; common, mild early side effects often fade. ·         Myths & misconceptions: moderation can be possible after dependence when the brain is “re-trained”; naltrexone is non-addictive; TSM can be done discreetly at home. ·         Comparing models: high relapse after traditional treatment vs. strong outcomes reported with TSM; why adherence (taking the pill before drinking) matters. ·         Trauma, coping skills, nutrition: meeting the medication halfway with therapy, skills, and health supports. ·         Success stories: from daily bottles to effortless moderation; unexpected alcohol indifference.  Resources mentioned: ·         Thrive Alcohol Recovery – program, free resources, and socials: thrivealcoholreSend us a textDonate HereSerenity Salt Spa Serenity Salt Spa is the 1st Himalayan Salt Therapy & Wellness Spa to come to Harford County, MarylaDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Certified trainer and nutrition coach Dan Vaysburd joins Rich to share his road from early addictions—starting with video games—to substance use, relapse, and finally sustained recovery anchored in strength training and sustainable nutrition. He explains why “diets” fail, how counting macros and consistency changed his life, and why fitness paired with fellowship accelerates healing. This candid, practical conversation shows how to trade short-term highs for long-term health.Guest Bio:  Dan Vaysburd is a Los Angeles–based certified personal trainer and nutrition coach who left a high-stress finance career to pursue his passion for helping people get strong the sustainable way. An immigrant raised in New Jersey, Dan's recovery began in 2024; he now sponsors others in 12-step programs, coaches clients in person (and selectively online), and advocates pairing fitness with recovery as a powerful path to purpose. Main Topics: ·         Early addiction roots: isolation, video games, and identity (age ~7)·         Escalation after his mother's death; marijuana → alcohol → party drugs·         Peak addiction years in New York; returning to LA and starting recovery·         The relapse at a music festival and getting back on track (May 2024 milestone)·         Why diets don't work: sustainability vs. restriction; tracking calories & macros·         Strength training as a “lifeline” and cornerstone for sobriety·         Coaching in commercial gyms, management track, and part-time work at a detox center·         Bringing recovery and fitness to schools and athletes (speaking vision)·         Living amends: being present for family; purpose-driven routines  Resources mentioned: ·         Dan's website & socials (as stated on-air): “danvaysburd.com”; Instagram: “@dan.vaysburd” ·         Recovery fellowships referenced: AA, NA (12-step) ·         Supporter: Real Life Prosthetics·         Supporter: Full Circle Boards·         Supporter: Sincerely Sawyer Photography Send us a textDonate HereSupport the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Madison shares a raw, hopeful journey from early mental-health struggles and a fast-progressing opioid addiction to a total life turnaround—sparked by accountability, treatment, and the Harford County Drug Court. Now clean since March 5, 2021, she leads at Pyramid Healthcare and pours her energy into helping others recover. This conversation shows why recovery is possible—and why purpose and community matter. Sponsored by Rage Against Addiction Guest Bio:  Madison is a recovery advocate and healthcare leader who entered sobriety on March 5, 2021. After completing treatment and graduating the Harford County Drug Court program, she moved from case management to leadership and is now stepping into the Executive Director role at Pyramid Healthcare. A Towson University graduate and proud mom, Madison focuses on accountability, compassion, and helping others find lasting recovery. Main Topics: ·         Podathon for Recovery: 12 Days of Hope benefiting Rage Against Addiction·         Early mental-health struggles and feeling “alone” as a preteen·         Abusive relationship in high school and rapid progression into opioid use·         “High-functioning” addiction through college, then post-grad legal consequences (20 arrests in three years)·         The turning point: detoxing in a cell, asking for help, and entering treatment·         Structure, aftercare, and why accountability (Drug Court) mattered·         Service as a recovery engine: from RSS to leadership in treatment·         Parenting, boundaries, and learning to take responsibility·         Why purpose, kindness, and community sustain long-term recovery  Resources mentioned: ·         Donate to Rage Against Addiction ·         Harford County Drug Court (Judge “Kerry,” Angela Royer)·         “Karen” treatment center in Pennsylvania (inpatient program referenced)·         Recovery Centers of America (alumni follow-up by Vince)·         Pyramid Healthcare (Madison's current organizSend us a textDonate HereRage Against AddictionRage Against Addiction is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting addicts and their familiDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Elizabeth Kipp spent 40 years in chronic pain and 31 years on prescribed opioids and benzodiazepines—including fentanyl—until a pain-management track at the Betty Ford Center in 2013 catalyzed a complete turnaround. In this conversation, she unpacks the mind-body nature of chronic pain, the practical role of 12-Step recovery, yoga, breathwork, prayer/ancestral clearing, and the simple relapse-prevention principle that changed everything: staying in personal integrity. Listeners get a hopeful blueprint that blends science and spirituality with concrete next steps. Sponsored by Rage Against Addiction Guest Bio:  Elizabeth Kipp is a stress-management and ancestral-trauma specialist, recovery coach, and author of The Way Through Chronic Pain: Tools to Reclaim Your Healing Power. A former research scientist, she lived with severe back injury, surgeries, and physician-prescribed opioids/benzodiazepines for decades before completing a pain-management program at the Betty Ford Center in 2013. Today, she coaches globally (virtual), teaches mind-body practices, and helps people in recovery rebuild calm, clarity, and resilience. Main Topics: ·         Podathon for Recovery: 12 Days of Hope benefiting Rage Against Addiction·         Defining addiction to chronic pain and the “stress habit”·         Injury history, multiple surgeries, and 31 years on Rx opioids/benzos (incl. fentanyl)·         Why opioids don't heal chronic pain; breath, hydration, gut, and brain effects·         Detox & pain-track at the Betty Ford Center; waking up with no back pain·         Chronic pain as brain processing; limits of reductionist medicine·         Memory/cognition impacts of chronic pain—and how they recover·         Recovery toolkit: NA/AA, 12 Steps, Recovery 2.0, yoga, breathwork, prayer/ancestral clearing·         Coaching insights: readiness to sponsor; a client shame-to-healing vignette·         Relapse prevention: “Stay in integrity with yourself”·         How to work with Elizabeth (virtual coaching) and where to find her online  Send us a textDonate HereRage Against AddictionRage Against Addiction is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting addicts and their familiDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

In this powerful “12 Days of Hope” conversation, Mallory traces her journey from early family turmoil and teen substance use to a heroin “aha” moment, intimate partner violence, and the hard climb back—culminating in nearly 12 years of sobriety (since Nov 23, 2013). Now working in behavioral health and deeply involved with local nonprofits, she shares the decisions, resources, and support that helped her become the mother and community advocate she is today. Listeners will hear raw honesty, practical hope, and the reminder that recovery is possible. Sponsored by Rage Against Addiction Guest Bio:  Mallory is a behavioral-health professional who has worked in the field since 2014, currently serving in business development for a large nonprofit. Sober since November 23, 2013, she's an active community volunteer and fundraiser supporting local recovery organizations in Harford and surrounding counties—and a devoted mom whose lived experience fuels her mission to help others. Main Topics: ·         Podathon for Recovery: 12 Days of Hope benefiting Rage Against Addiction·         Family dynamics, instability, and early exposure to substance use and violence·         Moving schools, academic struggles, and early drug/alcohol experimentation·         Teen relationships, lack of consequences, and escalating risk·         The first blackout, normalization of chaos, and denial·         Divorce, housing insecurity, and seeking validation/escape·         Exposure to opioids and heroin; the “immediate craving” turning point·         Domestic violence, control, and textbook “going back” cycles·         Pregnancy, brief stability, relapse triggers, and partner reoffending·         A terrifying incident with a child ingesting an opioid—and the emergency response (Narcan)·         Getting out, getting help, and building a career that gives back·         Why storytelling matters: reducing stigma and opening doors to recovery resources Resources mentioned: ·         Donate tSend us a textDonate HereRage Against AddictionRage Against Addiction is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting addicts and their familiDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Karen, a self-described “not-the-typical addict,” shares how a neck injury and prescribed opioids spiraled into secrecy, debt, and withdrawal—until she chose help, called her doctor, and walked into her first NA meeting. She explains how control, trauma, sponsors, and step work shaped 21 years pill-free, the detour into alcohol, and the moment she finally said out loud, “I'm an alcoholic.” It's a candid, practical blueprint for anyone wondering what recovery programs actually do—and why they save lives. Sponsored by Rage Against Addiction Guest Bio:  Karen is a longtime friend of the show and a recovery advocate. A former stay-at-home mom who became a Reiki Master and intuitive counselor, she's 21 years pill-free, active in 12-step recovery, and helps clients release stored trauma to heal and move forward. Main Topics: ·         Podathon for Recovery: 12 Days of Hope benefiting Rage Against Addiction·         “Not the typical addict”: prescriptions, stigma, and secrecy·         9/11, the D.C. sniper, anxiety, and the illusion of control·         Doctor-shopping, online pill mills, and financial fallout·         The turning point: calling the doctor to flag her chart, grief after surrender·         First NA meeting, feeling “at home,” and what sponsors actually do·         Step work vs. therapy; NA vs. AA and “higher power” (not one-size-fits-all)·         Relapse with alcohol, daughter's ultimatum, and returning to meetings·         Resentments, gratitude lists, and practical tools that keep people clean·         Trauma stored in the body; Reiki/energy work and emotional healing  Resources mentioned: ·         Donate to Rage Against Addiction ·         Narcotics Anonymous (NA) & Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) ·         “The Body Keeps the Score” (book reference) ·         National Recovery Month (context) Send us a textDonate HereRage Against AddictionRage Against Addiction is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting addicts and their familiDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Sarah opens up about starting opioids at 20, a rapid slide to heroin, pregnancy on methadone, jail, and the drug court program that helped her turn it around. After a later Xanax relapse during COVID, she did the work—therapy, structure, and service—and is now certified and working as a counselor at a maintenance clinic. This candid conversation with Wendy Beck and Rich Bennett shows what sustainable recovery really looks like—and why hope matters. Sponsored by Rage Against Addiction Guest Bio:  Sarah is a Harford County native, mom, and recovery professional. After entering opioid use at 20 and escalating to heroin in 2012, she experienced jail and drug court, achieved long-term abstinence from opiates and cocaine (since Sept. 27, 2016), overcame a benzodiazepine relapse in 2020–2021 (clean since Nov. 4, 2020), earned her Peer Recovery Specialist credential and ADT approval, and now counsels patients at a medication-assisted treatment clinic. Main Topics: ·         Podathon for Recovery: 12 Days of Hope benefiting Rage Against Addiction·         Starting opioids at 20; rapid progression from pills to heroin (2012)·         Pregnancy on methadone, stigma, and learning MAT safety·         IV use, crack/cocaine, legal consequences, and visible decline·         Jail detox and entry into Drug Court; Judge-led accountability·         Long-term sobriety from opiates/cocaine; COVID-era Xanax relapse and dangers of benzo withdrawal·         Therapy, boundaries, routines, fitness, and gratitude as core recovery tools·         Working in recovery: peer support vs. clinicians; women-specific needs; mom guilt and shame·         Maintenance meds (methadone/Suboxone): misuse stigma vs. real stability·         Parenting conversations about peer pressure and openness with kids·         Burnout prevention for recovery workers (self-care, phone boundaries, weekly therapy)  Resources mentioned: ·         Donate to Rage Against Addiction ·         Center for ASend us a textDonate HereRage Against AddictionRage Against Addiction is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting addicts and their familiDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Shelby shares a raw, unfiltered recovery story—how workaholism, untreated mental health, and an old pain-pill pathway led to relapse after four clean years, and how community and structure helped her rebuild. She walks us through Daughters House, intense anxiety, and eventually stepping up to help other women as a 3.1 house manager. It's a powerful listen about grief, grace, and the practical tools that keep recovery going one day at a time. Sponsored by Rage Against Addiction Guest Bio:  Shelby is a Maryland native from Rock Hall and a mother of two who's “working on four” years in recovery. After time at Rage Against Addiction's Daughters House, she now manages a women's Level 3.1 recovery residence, guiding residents through structure, accountability, and hope—because she's lived it. Main Topics: ·         Podathon for Recovery: 12 Days of Hope benefiting Rage Against Addiction·         Early addiction path, overprescribing, and how a broken shoulder + pills lit the fuse·         Four years clean—then relapse tied to workaholism and stopping mental-health meds·         Pregnancy, NICU, CPS involvement, and complex family dynamics·         Grief after losing her partner and how that pain nearly consumed her·         Choosing safety and structure at Daughters House; rebuilding trust with family·         Severe anxiety during early recovery and learning new coping skills·         Becoming a house manager in a 3.1 women's program; boundaries, burnout, and leadership·         Why a strong network matters: seven “call-anytime” friends and showing up for each other·         What monthly donors make possible for Rage Against Addiction (practical needs like mattresses, fridges, washers) Resources mentioned: ·         Donate to Rage Against Addiction ·         Summit (women's Level 3.1 program) — clinicians come to the residence; first female house opened; operating details discussed ·         NA/AA meetings & recovery community references (structSend us a textDonate HereRage Against AddictionRage Against Addiction is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting addicts and their familiDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

In this Podathon for Recovery episode, Rich and co-host Wendy Beck talk with Kat Leonard Scott—a Harford County native, mom of two, and treatment professional—about her winding path through early success, trauma, addiction, a brief relapse after eight years clean, and the hard reset that followed. Kat shares how jail, community support, and a renewed focus on “safety” helped her rebuild life, motherhood, and purpose. Listeners will hear candid lessons on accountability, boundaries, and why joy is possible in recovery. Sponsored by Rage Against Addiction Guest Bio:  Kat Leonard Scott is a recovery advocate and treatment professional from Harford County, Maryland. A graduate of Bel Air High School, she works in long-term residential treatment operations and is a devoted mom of two. After eight years clean, a short relapse led to new accountability, renewed recovery, and a mission to help others access care and community. Main Topics: ·         Podathon for Recovery: 12 Days of Hope benefiting Rage Against Addiction·         Early life: fitting in, sports & academics, unseen struggles·         Trauma in high school and how dissociation shaped later behavior·         First DUI at 20; ineffective early interventions; “learning to be a better criminal”·         Caring for her father through terminal cancer; grief and escalating use·         Multiple treatment attempts; the power of sober living and community in Annapolis·         Becoming a house manager; court, “backup time,” and accountability·         Motherhood, work in treatment, and building a recovery network in Harford County·         The brief relapse after 8 years clean; DUI with kids in the car; blessing in disguise·         IOP, jail, and doing every program available; coming home and setting boundaries·         Protective orders, divorce, and rebuilding stability for her children·         Working in long-term residential treatment; finding purpose in service·         The new focus: personal and family “safety” as a foundational recovery practice  Send us a textDonate HereRage Against AddictionRage Against Addiction is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting addicts and their familiDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email