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Corinne Auman is a trailblazer in the field of aging and the founder of Choice Care Navigators, a company dedicated to helping families navigate the aging process. Corinne is dedicated to fostering personal growth, resilience, and authentic living at every age. With a background in psychology, Corinne's passion lies in reshaping how we perceive older adulthood, a vision she beautifully encapsulates in her groundbreaking book, "Keenagers." Corinne is on a mission to change the conversation around aging. In a culture where many avoid thinking about older adulthood until the last minute, she urges us to embrace aging in a positive light. Corinne's success is not only in authoring "Keenagers" but also in running a thriving company that addresses critical pain points in care management. Her goals align with her book's message – to discuss ageism, change perspectives, and bring attention to the topic. What sets Corinne apart is her unique dual perspective – she's not just an educator in a classroom; she's actively

Junaid Ahmed: Transforming Spaces, Transforming Lives Junaid is the founder of Humblezone and creator of Home Studio Mastery, designed to teach you how to build your home studio. He has two decades of video production experience and designing websites & apps focused on a systematic process and seamless user experience. He provides podcasters, speakers, and content creators with a comprehensive plan for their studio equipment, lighting, and layout. He also enables video creators to create effortless content in a comfortable and impressive home studio setting. He’s the author of Mastering iPhone Video Production, 7 Stages of Home Studio Evolution, and host of the Hacks & Hobbies podcast. He also speaks frequently at national events such as Podfest, Podcasting Made Simple Live, and multiple virtual summits. Junaid Ahmed's Website Facebook LinkedIn Previous Episode

Nicole is a seasoned journalist, communications coach, and speaker who shares her voice on stages and with the written word through articles in various media. As founder of NicoleGSpeaks, she works with business owners, advocates, and individuals to amplify their voices, creating impact and value for her clients. As the parent of an adult on the autism spectrum, Nicole shares her family's autism journey through her blog and website. She chronicles the bumpy roads of finding employment, independence, making weighty decisions, and the need for parents and caregivers to make self-care nonnegotiable. LinkedIn

No matter where you went to school or work, chances are you weren't taught how to invest your 401(k), manage savings, or plan for retirement. Making matters worse, the financial industry loves to create complex products that are difficult to understand. My first job out of college was at Thomson Financial Services as an earnings analyst. Then I worked the overnight shift for two years at a semiconductor trading company making deals with companies in Asia. Guess what? Work was great, but the 401(k) meetings were never helpful and there weren’t any money lessons. For over 20 years, I’ve been working at Runnymede Capital Management, founded by my dad. My brother, Chris, joined us from College Retirement Equities Fund where he was an analyst and assistant portfolio manager. I learned how to invest, the power of compound growth, and importance of asset protection. Money doesn't have to be confusing or overwhelming. Sometimes, you need a guide. Our team has the knowledge and experience to help clients navigate reti

Rayson Choo returns to the podcast nearly five years after his last appearance, bringing with him a journey of personal growth, persistence, and purpose. Based in Singapore, Rayson continues to balance his dual roles as a dedicated nurse and the passionate host of The Legacy Show podcast. Over the past year, he has expanded his impact through influencer marketing and featured high-profile guests like Sean Cannell and David Meltzer. In this candid and reflective conversation, Rayson shares how his voice—and his mindset—have matured with time. He speaks openly about the value of empathy in nursing, the challenge of stepping outside your comfort zone, and the slow but meaningful path of manifesting one’s dreams. With a grounded message to his future self and a theme of “truth” running throughout the episode, Rayson reminds us that success is less about shortcuts and more about staying aligned with purpose. LinkedIn Previous Ep2711 Previous Ep1153

Autism Hero Award Winner  Giuliana Wheater is an author & multi award winning therapist working with autism, SEN and mental health. She is the founder of Therapies For Special Needs and Rainbow Kids Touch Therapy . She's a teacher,trainer, passionate public speaker, coach, counsellor and active advocate and educator She has worked for several autism charities. .Her work has been recognised by the Children's University as a Learning Destination. Giuliana has been featured often on BBC radio, in the National press and magazines as well as regional radio and press. She is a regular contributor to Autism Eye, Autism Parenting and SEN magazine  .She is the specialist member of the panel for the UK Indian Head Massage Community. Giuliana was awarded a Certificate of Achievment by the National Diversity awards in 2021 as a shortlisted Positive Role Model for the National Diversity Awards out of 55,000 nominees. She also won an Autism Hero Award in June 2022 in recognition of her tireless work and campaigning . H

Kody Thompson is a dynamic entrepreneur and visionary leader with a track record of success. He is renowned for his achievements as the founder of Lightning Sites, a web development company that he built from a $250 startup into a multi-million-dollar enterprise generating in excess of $5M profit across eight years. Over that time Lightning Sites was able to build over 1,500 websites, servicing over 800 clients monthly and generating in excess of 500,000 leads for his clients. In 2023 Kody was able to transition out of the day-to-day operations of Lightning Sites, when it was acquired by US technology company Sites At Scale. After successfully building his own remote teams to grow and exit Lightning Sites, Kody developed a reputation as an expert in building international teams and scaling businesses and launched the Business WrkPod in 2021, with Co-Founder Dale Beaumont. WrkPod specialises in helping companies build teams in the Philippines, offering comprehensive services that include talent recruitment, st

With over 14 years of experience as an NLP coach, hypnotherapist, multi-time author, and international speaker, Keith has transformed lives worldwide by helping individuals to take back control of their lives. Known as The Mindset Master, he specializes in guiding people to break free from limitations, overcome challenges, and achieve personal mastery. As the creator of the Mindset Mastery Community, a vibrant online hub, Keith fosters personal growth through monthly themes, interactive modules, and gamified progression, empowering members to take control of their lives. An award-winning international public speaker and trainer, Keith has mentored countless individuals in public speaking and mindset development. His impact extends to initiatives like Coachathon, where he helped raise funds for women entrepreneurs in sub-Saharan Africa. Through 1-2-1 coaching, workshops, books, podcasts, and transformative content, Keith is dedicated to helping people reframe their realities, live their truth, and master their

Sandro Tonini is a passionate advocate for financial empowerment and an inspiring example of the American Dream in action. Sandro joined a non profit women’s business center called WESST after learning about their impactful work with underserved communities in New Mexico, bringing a wealth of experience from his background in retail banking and market research. A first-generation American and son of entrepreneurs. Fluent in three languages, Sandro’s personal journey fuels his commitment to making financial education accessible to marginalized communities. At WESST, he leads the statewide microloan program and the innovative ‘Money Learning Lab,’ which combines human-centered design and financial capability training tailored for New Mexico’s diverse communities. C. Sandro Tonini's Website LinkedIn

Shanti Hershenson’s first two novellas were published when she was in the sixth grade, although her writing journey started long before then. Ever since she could hold a pencil, marker, or crayon, she was creating stories. They started from pictures, mere scribbles, and eventually, turned into captivating tales. She lives in California with her parents, sister, and furry friends. Besides writing, she enjoys skateboarding, Beyblading, free-running, falconry, and of course, reading. She writes in a variety of genres, including Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Historical Fiction, although she mostly sticks to Sci-Fi. She advocates for anti-bullying, and you may find her at open mic-nights, performing her spoken word poem Needles & Thorns, which is about the struggle of bullying in middle schools. Shanti Hershenson's Website

Shanti Hershenson’s first two novellas were published when she was in the sixth grade, although her writing journey started long before then. Ever since she could hold a pencil, marker, or crayon, she was creating stories. They started from pictures, mere scribbles, and eventually, turned into captivating tales. She lives in California with her parents, sister, and furry friends. Besides writing, she enjoys skateboarding, Beyblading, free-running, falconry, and of course, reading. She writes in a variety of genres, including Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Historical Fiction, although she mostly sticks to Sci-Fi. She advocates for anti-bullying, and you may find her at open mic-nights, performing her spoken word poem Needles & Thorns, which is about the struggle of bullying in middle schools. Shanti Hershenson's Website

Michele Ong is a creative technologist with over 20 years of experience on the tech side of a range of industries. She cut her tech teeth in telecommunications in the early 2000s when the industry was an innovative wild west as consumer internet transitioned from dialup to broadband. Since then, she has worked on wide-reaching projects including Rupert Murdoch's iPad magazine 'The Daily', the first app to have its own Super Bowl commercial, as well as web and video-on-demand presences for FOX TV properties including '24' and Neil deGrasse Tyson's 'Cosmos'. She worked mostly from the comfort of her home in Perth, Western Australia, doing the global telecommute thing long before COVID made it mainstream. A wearer of many hats, Michele is a mother, business owner, entrepreneur, and creator. She is always curious. Michele consults on technological and business solutions for domestic and international clients, and is building Podbite, a Software as a Service (SaaS) to help speakers and creative artists repurpose p

Since 1993, I’ve worked with and led programs for 30,000+ leaders and team members working for positive change in and through their organizations. I started my coaching business in 2008, making me one of Albuquerque’s most experienced business coaches and one the world’s first business coaches to focus on the needs of social entrepreneurs. In 2017, I founded Awarepreneurs as a way to help people learn about the practices successful impact business leaders use. Today I’m best known as the host of Awarepreneurs, a leading social entrepreneur podcast with 330+ episodes, 100+ five star Apple Podcast reviews and multiple awards. In my coaching practice, I work with values based founders and teams who are ready for accelerated growth. More recently, I’ve been doing an increasing amount of organizational consulting. For instance, I’m a consultant with New Mexico Angels, helping the organization to implement a growth plan. And I’m the Business Coach for both the 2023 and 2024 cohorts of the SBA THRIVE accelerator in

Scott Carson has been an active real estate investor and entrepreneur since 2002, focusing on the niche of distressed mortgage notes.  Since 2008 he has purchased over $1 Billion in distressed notes on residential and commercial properties all across the country. He has helped thousands of real estate investors and entrepreneurs create wealth through his classes helping his students close thousands of deals.  He also hosts the podcast, the Note Closers Show Podcast.  An avid sports fan, he spends his free time traveling, gardening, and making memories.  He calls Austin, Texas home. Podcast Email

Jennie "AdrenaJen" Milton is an accomplished extreme sports athlete, champion snowkiter, and trailblazing kitesurfing icon who has transformed her thrilling life into a journey of empowerment and inspiration. With numerous accolades, including titles as the Australian Kitesurfing Champion and a globally ranked Snowkite Champion, Jennie's career is built on courage, resilience, and a deep passion for the outdoors. Her life story is a testament to her unstoppable spirit, marked by adventures in Alaska's backcountry, surviving avalanches, and even escaping polar bears. Known for her engaging and high-energy approach, Jennie coaches women in snowkiting camps, teaching them not just the technical skills of the sport but also how to conquer their fears and build unshakable confidence. She brings this same energy to her role as a keynote speaker, where her talks blend real-life adventure stories with actionable strategies, helping audiences face their own fears and challenges with newfound courage. Her popular "Fear

Sheela Krisha is a transcendental sound healer. When she sings people have extrasensory and somatic releasing experiences. People who experience her sound have shared seeing colours, going into a deep meditative state, having out of body experiences, healing relational trauma in their unconscious mind and so much more. In addition, Sheela is a whole human leadership coach and facilitator of women's transformational retreats and events. She has over 20 years of experience practicing and sharing yoga, and has been immersed in the personal development and coaching world for over a decade. She is passionate about helping people find & share their authentic voice. Through her work, she has helped people find life after loss, attract love, release substance addictions, articulate and live their purpose, lose weight and live with greater confidence as their authentic selves. Website Previous Ep1055 (2016)  

Meet Kara Mayer Robinson — interviewer, licensed therapist, mental health advisor, journalist, event host, emcee, and moderator, and people person. Kara is all about getting to know you as you really are. If you sit across from Kara during an interview, at a live event, or at a café, she’s 100% there with you, totally connected, in the zone. You feel it. You appreciate it. You feel connected. It’s no surprise, then, that celebrities and beyond are quick to say “yes” when Kara asks them to be on her show (or to hang out over coffee). There’s just something about Kara that feels good to be around. Plus, you often walk away with a quick tip or two on whatever’s going on in your life. A trusted friend and confidante, Kara lives by the words “Tell me everything—from the beginning.” And it works. Kara has carved out an interesting career, especially with an unexpected and winding path. (She shared it a few times on Really Famous. It involves an accounting degree, Comedy Central, Bob Newhart, Columbia University, a

Bryan Gile is a six-time world-record-holding professional skydiver with over 12,000 skydives, an entrepreneur, and public speaker. He developed and tested the systems of Be Great Be Happy after setting his first skydiving world record, learning three foreign languages, and serving as the North American Director of Sales for the largest man-made surf park manufacturer in the world. Send Audience To: Website Book Instagram Facebook TikTok

Carrie Severson is a burnout, author, speaker, business owner, wife, bonus mom, and caregiver. She first experienced burnout in 2012 when she created and ran a nonprofit for girls that grew nationally. Her first memoir, Unapologetically Enough, was a big hit and led to burnout recovery workshops for Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, and healthcare networks nationwide. Her follow-up book, The Enoughness Method, is a guided journal supporting readers through their burnout journey. She lives in Arizona and is always up for a chat at www.carrieseverson.com. Socials: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok