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Tom Walters, based in Powell, OH, US, is currently a President and Co-Founder at Noxgear, LLC. Tom Walters brings experience from previous roles at Noxgear, Moog, Inc., The Ohio State University and Square D. Tom Walters holds a 2006 - 2008 MS in Mechanical Engineering @ The Ohio State University. With a robust skill set that includes System Dynamics, Simulation, Project Engineering, Matlab, Syste...

Ed Fairburn, a British artist known for portraits he renders in ink, paint, and graphite over recycled maps, uses a style he refers to as topopointillism which combines the study of topography with the artistic practice of pointillism. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Willard Shepard's A-10 squadron was the first Air Force Reserve fighter unit ever to go into combat. During the Gulf War, Shepard flew 52 combat sorties over Iraq and Kuwait. He was awarded six Air Medals for his support of Coalition Army Ground Forces. Shepard has also flown missions over Bosnia for NATO. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets f...

Scott Bachrach, born on August 13, 1968, is an American businessman and entrepreneur known for founding Tastemakers. He has established himself as a prominent figure in the business world. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Mary Showstark is a physician associate (PA) who earned both her bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Florida and is licensed by the NCCPA. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

From the Earth to the Moon, Jackie Quinn, an environmental engineer at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, is an innovation powerhouse. She’s applying her Earth-bound experience to technology for the lunar surface as the project manager for the Mass Spectrometer Observing Lunar Operation (MSOLO) instrument and The Regolith and Ice Drill for Exploring New Terrains (TRIDENT) drill. Inducted into...

Simonetta Di Pippo is Professor of Practice of Space Economy and Director of the Space Economy Evolution Lab (SEE Lab), SDA Bocconi, and visiting professor of practice at NYUAD. From 2014 to 2022 she was Director of UNOOSA (United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs). Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

A devoted son, brother, husband, father and grandfather, Ben Lesser is also a successful entrepreneur. Following his retirement from a career in real estate, he has devoted his life to providing Holocaust Education to schools as well as religious and community groups. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

CSMC President, Sandro Lanni, was searching for a better school for his children, unsatisfied with his options he decided to start a charter school. He quickly realized that charter schools needed financial and business support that he did not have. He used his professional experience to launch an organization that provides expert back-office support services at affordable rates with input from ed...

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Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, Cody Sherlock moved to Las Vegas in 2017. He currently serves as a mortgage lender at CrossCountry Mortgage, helping families achieve the American dream of homeownership. In addition to this role, Cody is the owner of Living Large Las Vegas, a multi-media company, and serves as Chair of the Board for the Pinecrest Academy of Nevad...

Dr. Ricardo Villalobos currently serves as the Chief Programs Officer for Workforce Connections, Southern Nevada's Local Workforce Development Board, which oversees WIOA Title I Adult, Dislocated Workers, and Youth Programs. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Pilot Gabriel Wall is was born and raised in Sydney, Australia, he has always had a passion for aviation. Despite not finishing high school, he dedicated himself to hard work and determination to achieve his dreams. In his 20s, he worked in information technology sales, allowing him to save up enough to start flying lessons—a lifelong aspiration he’d held since childhood. He first flew solo at the...

Jeffrey R. Woolf, Ph. D. (1991), is Senior Lecturer in Talmud at Bar Ilan University. He has published dozens of studies on the History of Jewish Law, and the Intellectual History of the Medieval Ashkenazic and Renaissance Italian Jewish communities. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Chris Cleveland is the lead singer for Stars Go Dim, an American pop rock band from Tulsa, Oklahoma that formed in late 2007. Overcoming his 16 surgeries on his left ear, Chris is completely deaf out of that ear and still perseveres in his career as a successful singer-songwriter. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Joe Flano, representing Major League Barber, The Original Barber Brand, is a dedicated professional who began his barbering journey at 16 and became licensed by 17. He has since built a career educating and hosting competitions at major international trade shows like ISSE Long Beach, IBS New York, and Premiere Orlando. Through Major League Barber, Joe strengthens industry standards by organizing e...

Ray Hennessy is a dedicated wildlife photographer with a passion for capturing the beauty of nature, particularly birds, through creative lighting and unique compositions. His journey into wildlife photography began in 2007 as a passionate hobby, which has since evolved into his full-time career. Since 2020, Ray has been living on the road, traveling across the United States and Canada in his van...

Joseph (Joe) Drab has served as a firefighter/paramedic for 14 years with Norfolk Fire Rescue in Virginia. Throughout his career, he has completed a 7-month fire academy, led two recruit academies as an instructor, piloted fireboats, served in Special Operations (Rescue Company 1), and helped found both the Peer Support Team and the Community Outreach Program. He was also named Firefighter of the...

Bobby Jones, Founder and Executive Director of Grow Unwind Connect (GUC), is a visionary leader dedicated to holistic wellness and community empowerment. Born and raised in Compton, he graduated with a BA in Writing from the University of Washington and was drafted with the 37th pick in the 2006 NBA Draft, leading to a 12-year professional career in Italy. After retiring, he became a yoga instruct...

Brigadier General (Ret.) Robert G. "Blend’r" Novotny is the Executive Director of F-15 Business Development at Boeing’s Air Dominance Division, leading global outreach and strengthening partnerships for the F-15 portfolio. A distinguished 28-year U.S. Air Force veteran, he logged over 3,000 flight hours—including 500 in combat—as a command pilot, instructor, and operational test pilot. General Nov...

Pawel Durakiewicz is an inspiring adventurer and entrepreneur who shows us that challenges can be transformed into amazing opportunities. Born near Warsaw, Poland, Pawel went on to study in the United States at schools like Pepperdine University in California and the Carlson School of Management in Minnesota. Though his early life included struggles with alcoholism, he chose to turn his challenges...

Jeff Meyer is the CEO of Tuff-N-Uff Productions, an amateur mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion company based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Founded in 1994 by his brother, Barry Meyer, Tuff-N-Uff has been instrumental in providing a platform for amateur fighters to showcase their skills. After Barry's passing in 2013, Jeff took over the organization, continuing his brother's legacy and expanding its reach....

Walid Nasserdeen is a supply chain expert, angel investor, and operations executive who specializes in helping fast-growing CPG brands scale with precision. As the Founder of W.NDeen Advisory, he has redefined how businesses approach demand planning, inventory management, and operational efficiency—ensuring they eliminate stockouts, optimize inventory, and improve profitability. With over 15 years...

A results-driven digital marketing leader, Drew Brunson heads a high-performing team that partners with top global brands to deliver innovative media solutions and measurable business growth. He spearheaded revenue-generating programs with Fox Sports, the NFL, and the Dallas Cowboys, leading to national airtime and strategic expansion. With a sharp focus on KPIs and business objectives, he approac...

Jim Morris is no stranger to big dreams. Since he was five years old, he passionately yearned to play baseball in the major leagues. However, despite all his hard work and determination, a series of unfortunate events and injuries scuttled his career before he was twenty-five. Doctors told him he would never play again. Then at age thirty-five—after a string of highly implausible events and at an...