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School refusal can leave parents feeling confused, frustrated and worried. But when a child says, “I don’t want to go to school,” what are they really trying to communicate? In this episode, Dr. Ashwati Nair, practicing psychologist, life coach and founder of Vedas Mind Health, explores the difference between school anxiety and avoidance, the signs parents should look for, and why both can sometim...

Are you truly prepared for retirement, or are you simply hoping your savings will be enough? In this episode of Business Influencers , Chris Salem speaks with Bruce Weinstein, known professionally as The Plan Man , about the retirement equation nobody taught us. With nearly four decades of experience in financial services, Bruce explains why retirement planning goes beyond investments. He explores...

Why New Leaders Shouldn't Rush to Change Everything Your first day as a leader can feel like a test. Everyone is watching. You want to prove yourself. You want to show that you belong in the role. And that pressure can make you believe you need to change everything immediately. But what if the strongest leadership move is to pause? In the latest episode of Breaking Mindset Barriers , Sandeep O...

When every drop matters, every connection can make a difference. 🩸 In this episode of TALRadio, Sandy takes us through TALBlood Aid , a platform designed to connect people who need blood or platelets with voluntary donors. Sandy explains why blood donation remains so important, especially during surgeries, accidents, cancer treatment, and medical emergencies, and how TALBlood Aid can help bridge...

What separates leaders who stabilize a team under pressure from those who unintentionally amplify the chaos? In this episode, Sherry Winn and cybersecurity executive Marc Ashworth explore the mindset, self-awareness and emotional discipline required to lead when the stakes are high. Marc Ashworth is the CISO of First Bank and host of The Cyber Executive Podcast . Drawing on more than three decades...

Executive presence isn't just about how you speak. It's about how you are perceived, how you connect, and how intentionally you show up. In this episode of Business Influencers , Chris Salem speaks with Crispin about building executive presence through self awareness, introspection, feedback, professional branding, and stronger communication habits. They explore why trusted feedback loops...

Great leaders don't just know how to give feedback—they know how to receive it. In this episode of Olympic Minds: Leadership Beyond Limits , Sherry Winn welcomes Karen Gilhooly for a powerful conversation about feedback, self-awareness, burnout, purpose, and authentic leadership. Karen shares the personal experience that forced her to look honestly at how she was showing up—and how accepting d...

What does it truly mean to empower a woman? In this episode of the TAL Radio Podcast , host Archita Puranik speaks with Udita, CEO and Co-founder of Umeed , about redefining women’s empowerment beyond jobs and financial independence. Udita shares her journey of building Umeed and its work with young women across Telangana, helping them develop skills, mindset, self-worth and exposure to make and s...

PCOS is more than an ovarian condition—it can affect hormones, metabolism, physical health, body image and emotional wellbeing. In this episode of Women’s Health Matter , host Madhavi is joined by Dr. Kaumudi Bhawe, scientist, biotech innovator and founder of Yom Consulting Services and Yom Wellness, for an insightful conversation about understanding PCOS beyond the myths. Dr. Bhawe explains PCOS...

What began as a platform for meaningful conversations has grown into a journey spanning 250 episodes, hundreds of conversations, and countless insights from leaders, entrepreneurs, experts, and changemakers. For this special milestone episode, Chris Salem welcomes Adam Markell, CEO of WorkWell Labs and bestselling author , for a timely conversation about uncertainty and the future of leadership. T...

The floodwaters may have receded, but for thousands of families in Assam, the crisis is far from over. In this episode of TAL Radio , Anu speaks with Shekhar Dasgupta , a TAL Leader, about the devastating 2026 floods in Assam and what recovery really means once the headlines fade. The conversation explores the unprecedented impact on communities in the southern banks of the Brahmaputra, the role o...

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey, but it is also a period of remarkable physical, hormonal and metabolic changes—and knowing what is normal versus what needs medical attention can make all the difference. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Mangala Devi K R about pregnancy care, precautions and the risks that expecting mothers should be aware of. From the importance of pre-conception care and folic...

What happens when exceptional performers become leaders—but never learn how to lead? In this episode of Olympic Minds, host Sherry Winn—two-time Olympian, executive leadership expert, bestselling author, and national championship-winning basketball coach—sits down with Joe Topinka, the CEO of AgenticLabs, three-time CIO of the Year, executive coach, and author, for a powerful conversation about se...

What happens when you achieve the success you always wanted, but still don’t feel fulfilled? In this episode of the Business Influencer Show , Chris Salem speaks with Jo Swan , Subconscious Alignment Specialist, Strategic Psychotherapist, author of Turbulence , and creator of the ATLAS Navigation System. They explore the identity gap that can emerge after success, the role of external validation,...

Great leadership doesn't begin with better strategy—it begins with better thinking. In this episode of Olympic Minds Leadership Beyond Limits, host Sherry Winn, two-time Olympian, national championship-winning basketball coach, bestselling author, and executive leadership expert, sits down with Mike Jones, president and CEO of Discover Leadership Training, to explore how self-awareness, resili...

What happens when we stop trying to lead from the front and start listening to the people at the heart of an issue? In this episode of the TALRadio Podcast, we speak with Arjun Abhyankar , an Artist, Social Impact-focused Entrepreneur and Mentor, and an Economics student and Teaching Assistant in Entrepreneurship at the University of Michigan. Arjun shares his experience at the Satyarthi Movement’...

From Fundraising to Futures: The ASHA Story What does it take to create meaningful change in a child’s life? In this episode of TALRadio, we speak with Srini and Sunil, coordinators with ASHA for Education’s San Francisco and Silicon Valley chapters, about the organization’s volunteer-driven approach to transforming access to education across India. They share how ASHA identifies and supports educ...

Mental health affects millions of people, yet the stigma surrounding it often prevents people from seeking help, speaking openly, or even acknowledging that they are struggling. In this episode, we explore why mental health is still so difficult to talk about, where these misconceptions come from, and how stigma impacts individuals, families, and communities. Joining us is Dr. Dhrithi Mushthi , wi...

What happens when you achieve success on paper, but something still feels missing? In this episode of Business Influencers , host Chris Salem speaks with Becky Estby , CEO of Next Monday and author of the upcoming book Uncommon Courage . Becky explores the experiences many high-achieving women face when success comes with exhaustion, feeling unseen, or a sense of misalignment. She shares a thought...

What separates influential leaders from everyone else? It isn't a larger network—it's the ability to build authentic relationships rooted in trust, curiosity, and service. In this episode of Olympic Minds: Leadership Beyond Limits, host Sherry Winn—two-time Olympian, national championship basketball coach, bestselling author, and executive leadership expert—welcomes podcast and television...

Weight-loss medications, bariatric surgery, and fad diets are dominating conversations—but where does Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) fit in? In this episode, we speak with Dr. Mohit Shetti , Consultant in Medical Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Therapeutic & Bariatric Endoscopy, to understand how ESG is transforming the treatment of obesity. Is ESG a safe procedure? Who is the right candid...

When disasters make headlines, we often see the numbers. But behind every statistic is a family, a home, and a life forever changed. In this exclusive TALRadio conversation, we speak with Gobin Taye —lawyer, educator, and founder of Namigos Foundation, Forest Man Foundation, and Tribe Earth Foundation—who is on the ground in Assam leading flood relief efforts. He shares a first-hand account of the...

In this episode of Business Influencers , host Chris Salem speaks with Francis Rodino , AI Growth Architect, Amazon bestselling author, and creator of the RED Method. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in digital marketing, Francis explains why many businesses struggle not because they lack leads, but because they lack the systems to convert and nurture them. The conversation explores cus...

What does it take to build businesses from scratch in unfamiliar markets, lead through uncertainty, and stay grounded in purpose? Satyartha Mishra, a growth and turnaround technology business executive with over 30 years of international experience across the Asia-Pacific region, shares the experiences that shaped his remarkable journey. Having founded, led, and scaled businesses at organizations...

What happens when you've achieved the success you worked for—but no longer have the energy or joy to enjoy it? This episode explores a challenge facing many executives, entrepreneurs, and high achievers: recognizing when relentless ambition has crossed the line into exhaustion and finding the courage to redefine what sustainable success looks like. Two-time Olympian, national championship-winn...