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He's a retired soldier, a novelist, a YouTube creator, and a self-described "goofball by leadership style." He's figured out the war in Iraq to his scoundrelly satisfaction. He's written love stories where Covid is the bad guy. And he uses humor to balance descriptions of really traumatic stuff. Ken Dupar is the author of novels that blend romance, history, and humor—includin...

He spent 16 years in social engineering and human risk behavior—and he realized that traditional security training is fundamentally broken. Lee Anderson is a cybersecurity expert who challenges the "blame and shame" approach to security. He advocates for a human-centered model that uses mindfulness, game-based learning, and psychological safety to create lasting behavior change. He's...

He has a PhD in English literature and a PsyD in Psychoanalysis. He's written books on Plato, Homer, and Sophocles, and he's published poetry. And he's written a book about faith called Into Theism: Overcoming Obstacles to Belief in God. Dr. Jamey Hecht is a psychoanalyst, author, and literary scholar in Brooklyn, New York. His new book is designed for thinking people who already want...

She's reinvented herself multiple times—property management, real estate, coaching, and now author. But one thing has stayed constant: her belief that everyone holds the power to create a beautiful life. Terry Bean is the author of ABRACADABRA, a children's book that encourages kids and adults alike to find their "HAPPY PLACE" and embrace their unique journey. She's a certifi...

She's a wife, mother, author, and faith-driven entrepreneur dedicated to helping Christians resist temptations and cultivate Christ-centered love. Miracle Sims is the host of the GSL Talk Show and a Christian Accountability/Cultivation Coach who helps individuals discover their purpose, grow in faith, and build meaningful relationships rooted in God's principles. In this episode of Empower...

For 33 years, TS Wright has been involved in Christian ministry—working with students, athletes, and adults through organizations like CRU and FCA. He's a biblical and historical scholar focused on discipleship, biblical truth, prophecy, and historical theology. He's the voice of the Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast and the author of the God Centered Concept series—a comprehensive curriculum of...

He grew up in a family of abuse—where physical touch became his preferred love language, not because it was loving, but because it was consistent. He came to think that was the way to express love. But deep inside, he knew that was a twisted belief. Paul Zolman is the international bestselling author of The Role of Love. He created a paradigm shift that moved him from a childhood boot camp of abus...

He was considered "good for nothing," his first business failed, and he hit rock bottom. That failure became the turning point that led him to create his "DNA for the Future"—a framework that transformed his life. Tom Meyers is an osteopath, body-centred stress coach, and self-described "Fitfull Futures Explorer." He's the author of Futurize Yourself and The Futur...

Most practitioners are interested in what is painful. David Jeter is interested in why that structure is painful. David is a physical therapist with 23 years of experience and the owner of Acceleration Physical Therapy in Spokane, Washington. He specializes in orthopedic care using manual therapy and functional exercise—looking for biomechanical dysfunction above and below the irritable tissue to...

He served in the U.S. Navy, traveled the globe, and learned what it really takes to connect with women from diverse cultures. Now he helps millions of men unlock their full potential. Lopaze Lasane is a trusted dating adviser to millions, the author of three acclaimed books on attraction and personal empowerment, and the host of the Love Can't Wait podcast. He provides men with straightforward...

He's been a journalist, a stand-up comic, a janitor, a theater performer, an electronics technician, a disco dance instructor, and a retired Navy Master Chief. And he still doesn't know what he wants to be when he grows up. John Verrico is a speaker, humorist, and self-described "nerdy international speaker" who helps people keep their inner motivational TORCH burning. His TORCH...

She survived cancer—and then she had to survive the aftermath no one talks about. Multiple near-death complications, abandonment, and a complete rebuilding of her life from the ground up. Alicia Rush is a speaker, author, and cancer survivor who transforms adversity into actionable resilience. She's the author of The Good Kind of Cancer: Turning Pain Into Purpose—a powerful narrative that chal...

He was on the path to becoming a university president—successful, accomplished, climbing the ladder. And he was burning out. Dr. Jonathan Locust is a researcher and the Founder of ConsciRise, a platform helping people heal and grow through community and self-awareness. After experiencing deep burnout and health decline, he undertook a 24-day fast that restored his health and expanded his understan...

When was the last time you woke up feeling truly rested? Dr. Melissa Milanak is a licensed clinical psychologist, executive consultant, and keynote speaker specializing in sleep, stress, and workplace wellbeing. She's a leading expert in how sleep impacts everything from productivity to emotional well-being, and has recently given a TEDx talk entitled "Sleep: NOT the impossible dream&quot...

He grew up watching his mother fight through life with one lung. He was beaten and falsely arrested at 12. He survived a high-speed accident at 19 that left 52 staples across both legs. After 15 years building a career for someone else, he walked away to bet on himself. Jordan Mendoza is the Founder & CEO of Blaze Your Own Trail Consulting, the host of a top 1.5% ranked podcast, and a keynote...

She spent years in addiction and misdiagnosis before she finally understood what was actually happening in her nervous system. That understanding changed everything. Carrie Davidson is a registered nurse, CPTSD survivor, and trauma-informed coach with 15 years of personal healing experience. She is the author of the memoir Addicted to Trauma: A Memoir of CPTSD, Addiction, and Taking My Life Back a...

She's a former private investigator, a published photographer and professional model, a former educator, and now a Relationship Pattern Coach specializing in Narcissistic Abuse Recovery. Virginia McConnell helps people who keep repeating the same relationship patterns—different face, same dynamic. She works with people recovering from toxic and narcissistic relationships who are learning to tr...

What if an ordinary deck of playing cards holds the blueprint for your soul's journey? Viki is an intuitive healer, co-creator of The Source Cards, and founder of Source Healing. Alongside her partner Alexander—a Harvard-trained philosopher and former Wall Street consultant—she's uncovered the ancient wisdom hidden in the deck of 52 cards. Together, they've discovered that the deck is...

For over 25 years, Michael T. Brown has empowered individuals, families, businesses, and communities. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, leadership consultant, and author of Born to Achieve and A Beautiful Challenge. He's served as a national trainer for Why Try, LLC—one of the nation's leading resilience education programs—and has partnered with the DC Office of the Attorney General...

"If you don't know your history, you don't know what you're talking about." Barbara Mojica is a historian, retired educator with more than forty years of experience, and author of the beloved Little Miss History children's book series. She's been a teacher, special educator, principal, and school district administrator. Her mission is simple: to make learning history...

For more than two decades, Dr. Jeffrey Bone worked as a mental health specialist helping people navigate the emotional terrain of chronic pain and illness. Then life asked him to walk the same road. Jeff lives with Common Variable Immune Deficiency, a rare immune disorder that requires ongoing treatment and brings the same fatigue, uncertainty, and physical limitations that many of his patients fa...

For 23 years, she cared for her daughter, who lived with profound disabilities and required 24-hour care. During those same years, she built businesses, launched national initiatives, and created opportunities for other women. Much of that work happened late at night after her daughter was asleep, or during long hours spent in hospitals. Memuna Forna is an entrepreneur, leadership speaker, and adv...

She navigated trauma, mental health challenges, addiction, and significant life adversity. She tried the conventional approaches—and they didn't work. She learned what does and doesn't actually support healing the hard way. Kerisma Vere is a holistic wellness coach and author who helps people move away from all-or-nothing self-help and toward healing, self-trust, and quality of life. She&#...

They've lived through decades of suicidal thinking and self-harm. They've watched their life fall apart again and again. And now they're loving life in all its complexities. Gazit Chaya Nkosi is an Autistic, nonbinary, queer, Jewish mystic, seeker, parent, and SSP/parts work coach. Through the Safe and Sound Listening Protocol alongside somatic parts work, they help neurocomplex folks...

He was born after a 30-hour labor—the kid who didn't want to come out. He started tap dancing at six, choreographed stagecoach robberies, taught street-fighting self-defense, and took a swing at Hollywood. When Hollywood wasn't ready for his vision, he pivoted to novels. Zac Baldwin is the author of The Legend of Johnnie Swann, a novel featuring a kickass female hero and the untold stories...