Episodes

  • Stephen Dalton -486

    Stephen Dalton -486
    Jun 22 2025
    Meet Stephen Dalton, an accomplished actor and voice-over artist who also happens to be a gifted Irish storyteller. I discovered Stephen quite by accident, while looking for the perfect guided meditation to help me sleep. Finding Stephen Dalton’s “Sleep Stories” on YouTube did the trick! His series has helped me and thousands around the world achieve a more restorative and restful sleep. Stephen modestly states that his goal is to send joy and peace out into the world. Stephen’s podcasts and YouTube channel continue to attract a larger international audience. When you check out his work you will know why. His writing, vocal styling and sincerity shine through every story, making listeners feel safe and relaxed as they drift to sleep. Learn more about this talented artist who uses the power of gentle storytelling to help so many!
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    32 mins
  • Kara Trott -485

    Kara Trott -485
    Jun 16 2025
    For more than twenty-five years, Quantum Health has been defining the field now known as healthcare navigation. Our guest today is Kara Trott, whose goal was to ensure that no patient go through the difficult healthcare journey alone. So she rose to the challenge, established a billion dollar plus business that is now an established leader in the healthcare space. She writes about it in her memoir, “No One Alone: Humanizing Healthcare as an Outsider.” Quantum Health has certainly made a difference in the lives of countless people, with dynamic leader Kara Trott at the helm!
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    35 mins
  • Marschall S. Runge, M.D., Ph.D. -484

    Marschall S. Runge, M.D., Ph.D. -484
    Jun 8 2025
    Marschall S. Runge, M.D., Ph.D., is the executive vice president for Medical Affairs at the University of Michigan, dean of the Medical School, and CEO of Michigan Medicine. He earned his doctorate in molecular biology at Vanderbilt University and his medical degree from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, where he also completed a residency in internal medicine. He is the author of more than 250 publications and holds five patents for novel approaches to healthcare. Today we talk about his new novel, “Coded to Kill: A Techno Medical Thriller.” It is a supercharged fictional story about how advancing technology in medicine is exploited with by a power hungry cabal and the offbeat cybersecurity team out to stop them. A tough book to put down!
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    22 mins
  • Christopher Shaw Myers -483

    Christopher Shaw Myers -483
    Jun 1 2025
    Today we honor a cultural film icon. We present the story of actor Robert Shaw. His nephew Christopher Shaw Myers shares much about the British artist’s family upbringing, his talents as a novelist and playwright and Robert Shaw’s impact on screen in such films as “Dr. No,” “A Man for All Seasons,” and of course the classic summer blockbuster “Jaws” premiering fifty years ago. Shaw was a complex, often troubled man whose brilliance in limited screen appearances was evident. Learn more about this devoted family man from his nephew who offers up an endearing and fascinating biography!
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    42 mins
  • Eric Aronson -482

    Eric Aronson -482
    May 25 2025
    Boston based filmmaker and screen writer Eric Aronson joins us to talk about his feature directing debut, a comedy thriller heist film called “Any Day Now.” Billed as a “true-ish” story, the movie is inspired by the actual events of March 18,1990, when $500 million worth of priceless art was stolen from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. The art has never been recovered and there still exists a multi-million dollar reward for its return. Eric is an independent filmmaker with quite the creative spark that extends to how he has been marketing his movie. Get set to go behind-the-scenes with an innovative writer-director!
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    26 mins
  • Saleema Vellani -481

    Saleema Vellani -481
    May 18 2025
    Today we sit down with Saleema Vellani, who believes in the power and promise of innovation. She has written a fabulous book about it entitled, “Innovation Starts With I: Increase Your Influence. Ignite Your Impact.” Her life mission is to serve entrepreneurs globally and she is well on her way to accomplishing that!
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    26 mins
  • Dr. Otello Stampacchia -480

    Dr. Otello Stampacchia -480
    May 11 2025
    Dr. Otello Stampacchia is a globetrotter of the first order, traveling around the world as the head of investor relations and strategic initiatives for his firm Omega Funds. He is heavily involved in several of Omega’s therapeutic areas of interest, particularly oncology and inflammatory disorders. Omega’s investments have resulted in over 50 life changing drugs, approved and on market. Join us as we talk about various aspects of the ever-changing health care industry with a scientist/investor who is tops in his field!
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    32 mins
  • John Rinaldo -479

    John Rinaldo -479
    Apr 20 2025
    John Rinaldo is a passionate writer who shares his love for writing through published books and daily inspirational stories on Substack at rinaldoj.substack.com. John uses these platforms to offer insights and experiences about life purpose and intentions. His latest book is entitled, “Dancing Letters: A Boy’s Journey Through Words and Strength.” It’s a semi- autobiographical novel about overcoming the struggles and challenges of dyslexia. John’s story is uplifting and positive, a must-read for anyone touched by dyslexia!
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    21 mins