Episodes

  • Dr. Quentin Schultze -458

    Dr. Quentin Schultze -458
    Dec 22 2024
    Today we celebrate the holiday season in style with Dr. Quentin Schultze, the author of “You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out: Life Lessons from the Movie A Christmas Story.” For the first time, Quentin Schultze, who taught storytelling with screenwriter Jean Shepherd, reveals the “secret” parables that Shepherd included in his screenplay for A Christmas Story. Now you won't need a decoder ring to learn why the Old Man’s leg lamp is his “trophy wife,” why the bully is named “Scut,” why there is a “Bumpus” in all of us, why Mom and the kids give a “Bronx cheer” after singing “Jingle Bells” in the Olds, and so much more.
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    31 mins
  • Barrie Atkin -457

    Barrie Atkin -457
    Dec 15 2024
    ‘Tis the season for charitable giving. Of course it is not just during the holidays. Pretty much year round, folks are tasked with asking (on behalf of their non-profit group) for money. Most of us don’t exactly enjoy that or do it well. So let me introduce you to someone with a solution. Meet Barrie Atkin, who with over 25 years of consulting experience, has served hundreds of clients in human services, sports, technology, healthcare and publishing. And she is the author of a handy book with an appropriate title, “Hate Fundraising? : How to Become Comfortable Asking for Money.” Believe me, with Barrie’s help, the it will get a lot easier! To learn more about Jordan, go to https://chartproductions.com.
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    16 mins
  • Crystal King -456

    Crystal King -456
    Dec 8 2024
    Meet celebrated author Crystal King as we discuss her new book, “In the Garden of Monsters,” a fresh twist on the ancient love story of Hades and Persephone. It is Italy, 1948. A woman with no past. A man who seems to know her. And a monstrous garden that could be the border between their worlds. If it sounds intriguing it is with added presence of artist Salvador Dali and a bevy of epicurean delights. Crystal has crafted a story for the ages! To learn more about Jordan, go to https://chartproductions.com.
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    24 mins
  • Deb Podlogar -455

    Deb Podlogar -455
    Nov 30 2024
    Meet Deb Podlogar, a.k.a. “The Mocktail Mom.” Deb is the author of a new book called, “The Happiest Hour,” and she is all about encouraging people to have fun drinking without the alcohol. Hear about her relationship with alcohol that needed to come to an end, culminating in the launch of her as the “Mocktail Mom.” She has whipped up dozens of delicious, cocktail recipes so if you’re thinking it’s just the same old “Shirley Temple,” think again. This mom is adamant when she proclaims, “Who said you can’t be part of the party if you’re not drinking?” Find out more at www.mocktailmom.com!
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    22 mins
  • John Penrose: Agile Brain -454

    John Penrose: Agile Brain -454
    Nov 24 2024
    Today, we open up a fascinating conversation with John Penrose, a successful entrepreneur brimming with creative ideas. He is currently leading the talented team behind Agile Brain. This software introduces us to a fast and fun image-based assessment tool that unlocks the power of human emotion. John talks about a revolutionary new way to gauge emotional intelligence and understanding. Agile Brain has many applications and the process only takes about three minutes. Check it out at www.agilebrain.com!
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    41 mins
  • John DiLeo Returns -453

    John DiLeo Returns -453
    Nov 18 2024
    It’s a return visit from one of my favorite guests, movie aficionado and author John DiLeo. He’s written several entertaining books about film and his latest is terrific fun for any level movie fan. It’s entitled, “Not Even Nominated: 40 Overlooked Costars of Oscar-Winning Performances.” Join us as we stir up many fond movie memories and shower you with rare Hollywood inside stories!
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    28 mins
  • George Regan -452

    George Regan -452
    Nov 10 2024
    George Regan has been a leader in the public relations field for over four decades. He was one of the youngest Boston Globe reporters in the paper’s history, covering hard news starting in his late teens. George later became a Boston fixture as a top aide to Mayor Kevin H. White. He is a well-respected figure in the Boston business community and has represented some of the area’s most iconic brands including the Boston Celtics, Boston Red Sox, and New England Patriots. He has also worked tirelessly over the years for dozens of charities and philanthropic programs. There’s no better story-teller than our guest, so you’re in for a treat!
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    26 mins
  • Dee Mallon -451

    Dee Mallon -451
    Nov 5 2024
    Meet first-time novelist Dee Mallon. Her creative time is split between writing, quilting, and paper and digital collage. She also leads writing workshops. After learning about a historical character named Eliza Lucas Pinckney in a book about eco-dyeing, Dee set out on a writing mission of her own, authoring a book that captures the essence of slavery in South Carolina in the 1740’s. And it does so in a most innovative way. After more than a dozen years of research she completed her captivating novel, “The Weight of Cloth.” She joins us today to talk about it!
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    25 mins