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Send us Fan Mail Patrick Boylan is a skilled multi-instrumentalist with a passion for self-education. After eight years of traditional piano lessons left him uninspired, he began exploring music on his own—improvising around sheet music phrases and uncovering the foundations of musical theater. Now able to sight-read nearly any musical theater composition, Patrick co-founded MuseFlow, an edtech startup dubbed “The Duolingo of Music Education.” MuseFlow teaches music through bite-sized sight-rea...

Send us Fan Mail Michael Shepherd is a dedicated student at Syracuse University, pursuing a degree in Architecture with a Minor in Business. A consistent Dean’s List honoree, he excels academically and brings the same commitment to his role as a mathematics tutor for students of all ages. Michael is the founder of Test Prep Academy, an online tutoring business that reflects his passion for education and helping others succeed. Active in both campus and community organizations, he is known for hi...

Send us Fan Mail Shermin Kruse is an award-winning idea curator, global change-maker, and international business lawyer with nearly 20 years of experience in competitive strategy, complex negotiations, and dispute resolution for Fortune 500 companies and global institutions. A trusted advisor to corporate boards and community leaders alike, she also produces thought-leadership events, including TEDx conferences and salon series. As a professor at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, Shermin tea...

Send us Fan Mail Richard Tierney’s reflection reveals a profound and courageous journey from trauma to spiritual healing. He articulates a critical insight—that PTSD and depression, though real and painful, are states of mind rooted in unhealed trauma memories. His key realization was that instead of managing the symptoms indefinitely, he could aim to release the cause. By spiritually confronting and relinquishing his trauma, he found a way to transform his mental and emotional experience of lif...

Send us Fan Mail Mike Messier is a creative force whose work spans independent film, television, theater, literature, and visual art. With over eighty awards in independent film direction, screenwriting, acting, TV production, and playwriting, Mike brings bold vision and authentic storytelling to everything he creates. Mike is currently promoting his original artwork and the audiobook release of his coming-of-age novel, FIGHT OR PLAY BASKETBALL: Every Shot Counts—available on Amazon and streami...

Send us Fan Mail Meet Kelly Travis – High Performance, Reimagined Everyone’s telling high achievers how to succeed—in work, in health, in relationships. (Spoiler alert: they’re wrong.) Kelly Travis is here to challenge the conventional hustle. She helps ambitious individuals and teams understand why doing all the right things isn’t working anymore—and what to do instead. Whether it’s avoiding hard conversations, feeling anxious over every decision,...

Send us Fan Mail After retiring from Boeing in 2016, Sharon found herself bouncing off the walls, wondering how to be productive without the structure of a traditional job. Most of her life, she felt invisible—and in retirement, she questioned how she’d know if she was making a difference. But today, at 77, Sharon is anything but invisible. She’s a vibrant author, podcast guest, and Instagram’s beloved Queen of Courage. Her days finally feel “right” since discovering her inner Spark—and now, fo...

Send us Fan Mail Marisa Simonetti is a 2026 U.S. Senate candidate for Minnesota, a seasoned real estate investor, and a dedicated mother. A graduate of the University of Minnesota with a degree in Psychology (2024), she has led the Simonetti Real Estate Team since 2017—revitalizing distressed properties and turning them into stable, thriving homes across multiple counties. Marisa is running on a platform centered on affordable healthcare, housing, and expanded economic opportunity. She brings a...

Send us Fan Mail Robert Heavilin is a Marine Corps veteran (2013–2018) and former contractor who worked alongside allied forces in Afghanistan. After leaving the military, he experienced firsthand the challenges veterans face—struggles with mental health, navigating the VA, and finding purpose beyond the uniform. In response, he founded The Heavys' Hitters Project, a mission-driven organization focused on veteran mental health, suicide prevention, and building a space for real, unfiltered conver...

Send us Fan Mail David Nordel is a retired U.S. Air Force Command Chief Master Sergeant, emergency nurse, and seasoned emergency manager with over 30 years of global service. He is a mentor, speaker, and best-selling author of Giving Back! Life and Leadership from the Farm to the Combat Zone and Beyond. Passionate about leadership and veteran transition, Dave shares hard-earned insights on resilience, service, and mental health with audiences across the country. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Anjana Sreedhar is the author of Health Care of a Thousand Slights, a powerful exploration of health disparities among marginalized communities in the United States. With a background in health care research, marketing, and now hospital operations in New York City, Anjana brings both academic and frontline insight to her work. She has spoken to clinical and student audiences across the country and has been featured in interviews with organizations such as Becker’s Healthcare. A...

Send us Fan Mail Kelly Meloche has a remarkable talent for connecting the threads of people’s lives and weaving them into powerful, meaningful stories. As a compelling speaker, she captivates audiences and encourages deep introspection, prompting listeners to reflect on their personal journeys—their how’s and why’s—with renewed clarity and purpose. Her words empower others to live more intentionally and to embrace the stories they were always meant to tell. With a career rooted in human connect...

Send us Fan Mail Tony Redondo is a seasoned financial services professional with over 36 years of industry experience and is a fully qualified Associate of the Chartered Institute of Bankers. Having held senior management roles across major banks and brokerages, Tony founded Cosmos Currency Exchange in 2020 to bridge the gap between traditional, relationship-based service and modern financial technology. Frustrated by the impersonal, transaction-focused approach of many competitors, Tony built ...

Send us Fan Mail Abigail Banda is a driven entrepreneur and final-year student at York University, where she is completing an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies. Balancing creativity with business acumen, she runs a small business that offers handcrafted buttons and bookmarks, reflecting her eye for detail and passion for design. Abigail is also a self-published author of romance and fantasy novels available on Amazon. Her Lincoln's School of Magic series, inspired by h...

Send us Fan Mail Blanca Rodriguez is the Owner and CEO of Wounded Healer, LLC, where she integrates nearly two decades of experience in massage therapy with a diverse suite of holistic services. A certified massage therapist for over 18 years and a certified canine massage therapist for 8, Blanca also leads fitness instruction for adults 55+, offers bilingual holistic life coaching, and engages audiences as a dynamic speaker, podcaster, and Amazon best-selling co-author. A dedicated mentor and ...

Send us Fan Mail Daniel Dluzneski is a nationally recognized school safety expert with extensive experience in crisis preparedness and response. He has observed, participated in, and supervised hundreds of active shooter drills within a school system serving over 100,000 students. With a deep commitment to student and staff safety, Daniel brings firsthand knowledge, practical strategies, and leadership to one of the most critical areas in education today. His work continues to shape effective pr...

Send us Fan Mail Jessica Upton is the founder of J.Upton Travel, where she curates seamless luxury travel experiences for busy professionals, families, and corporate groups. With a background in high-end event planning and a personal understanding of family travel, Jessica combines precision, creativity, and care to deliver stress-free, unforgettable journeys tailored to each client’s needs. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail David Fradin is a seasoned product management and marketing expert with a distinguished career that spans over five decades. Since 1969, he has been instrumental in building and leading the development of successful products across a wide range of industries. His journey includes key roles at iconic companies such as Hewlett-Packard (HP) and Apple, where he operated at the same management level as Steve Jobs during a pivotal time in the company's growth and innovation. At Apple...

Send us Fan Mail Silja Paulus is a Clarity Catalyst Coach who helps individuals move from overthinking to decisive action using her proven 3-step coaching method. With over a decade of experience as an athlete—first as a long-distance runner and later as a competitive bodybuilder in bikini fitness—Silja understands that true transformation goes beyond physical strength. Her coaching centers on mental resilience, self-discipline, and the development of a powerful personal identity that fuels succ...

Send us Fan Mail Meet Anthony Markey , Host of I Know A Guy Anthony Markey is the host of I Know A Guy, a podcast dedicated to sharing the stories and insights of entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals doing remarkable things. Driven by a passion for connecting people and fostering meaningful relationships, Anthony has created a platform where ideas and opportunities thrive. Through his podcast and accompanying newsletter, he’s building a...

Send us Fan Mail Michael Bahry has devoted the majority of his life to the construction industry, beginning as a laborer before working as a carpenter for ten years. Driven by a commitment to personal growth, he completed college courses during nights and weekends, eventually transitioning into executive roles within the field. In 2014, he founded Fifty-Three: Five, a non-profit organization that offers both spiritual and material assistance to those in need. Operated entirely by volunteers—incl...

Send us Fan Mail Richard Lowe is a premium ghostwriter who helps individuals transform their ideas and experiences into powerful, engaging books. Eleven years ago, Richard left a successful corporate career as Director of Computer Operations at Trader Joe’s to pursue his passion for writing and photography. After celebrating this life-changing decision with a birthday party attended by over 100 dancer friends, he moved to Florida to build his new life as a writer. Since then, Richard has author...

Send us Fan Mail Elizabeth Solaru is an international keynote speaker and award-winning entrepreneur. She is the Founder and CEO of the Diversity in Luxury Awards and the author of The Luxpreneur: How to Start and Build a Successful Luxury Brand. With extensive expertise in understanding the needs and expectations of luxury clients, Elizabeth now works as a luxury brand consultant, coaching businesswomen on how to attract ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs). She is the host of the Luxury ...

Send us Fan Mail Cathy Nesbitt is a passionate Health and Wellness Advocate, and the Founder of Cathy’s Crawly Composters (established in 2002), Cathy’s Sprouters, and Cathy’s Laughter Club. She is a multi award-winning environmental innovator who inspires others to live more sustainably through her workshops and motivational speaking engagements. In her personal time, Cathy is an avid cyclist and gardener. Known affectionately as the "Cathy Crawly Laughing Bean Queen," Cathy is on a mission to...