I Am Refocused Radio

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,...

Jake is a pioneer in conversational dynamics and a highly regarded fractional Chief Learning Officer. He is revolutionizing sales through his 'Adaptive Conversational Blueprint,' turning sales professionals into relational architects capable of forging profound connections with prospects. Integral to his approach is the 2/10 Rule, which challenges traditional perspectives on conversation and empha...

Photo provided by Danny Ventrella/NBC Team Chance Hometown: Orlando, FL Resident: Los Angeles, CA RLETTO created his stage name in an artist development class by combining the first letter of his name with his last name and adding an "O" at the end to let the name roll off the tongue a bit better. RLETTO took on band, choir and drama early in high school and then auditioned for Berklee College of...

Photo provided by Danny Ventrella/NBC Team Legend Hometown: Barquisimeto, Lara, Venezuela Resident: Miami, FL Mafe was born and raised in Barquisimeto, Venezuela, where she enjoyed adventurous family trips and a musical environment. Later, her family moved to Margarita Island, but limited opportunities hindered her passion for singing. In 2017, the family made the life-changing decision to relocat...

Photo provided by Danny Ventrella/NBC Team Chance  Hometown and resident of Jupiter, FL Serenity, at just 14 years old, auditioned for Season 21 but didn't get any chairs to turn. The coaches gave her feedback to practice more and grow as a vocalist. She was involved in musical theater, which Ariana appreciated and believed was a great place for vocal growth. After her audition, Serenity focused o...

Dr. Oelberger is a licensed Psychologist based in Los Angeles. He received his doctorate in Clinical Psychology through the Saybrook Graduate School in San Francisco, with an emphasis in Spirituality and Consciousness. He holds ACT board certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and a Certification in Sports psychology- having trained with a Navy Seal in order to target emotional obstacles to...

You have to Let Yourself Off the Hook!" Speaker, teacher, writer and researcher Liam Naden helps you create true success in your life by understanding how to use your brain the right way - overcoming your problems, achieving your goals and ending frustrations. He is the host of the "Let Yourself Off the Hook" podcast and coaching program, explaining how to achieve success without the struggle. Lia...

Alan Lazaros experienced adversity early in life when he lost his father in a car accident at the tender age of two. Later, at 26, he faced his own mortality following a near-fatal car accident. This pivotal moment prompted him to deeply question his life's direction and choices. Seeking answers, he found inspiration in "The Top 5 Regrets of the Dying" by Bronnie Ware and a transformative Ted Talk...

Mark Steven Porro, a New Jersey native (Exit 163), earned an Industrial Design degree from The Ohio State University. After years of agency work, his love of acting led him to Hollywood, where he appeared in dozens of television, film, and stage productions. Mark also spent his twenty-eight years in Tinseltown, entrepreneuring. He started five non-profit companies. But hold the applause, none were...

Photo provided by Danny Ventrella/NBC ALYSSA CROSBY, 27 Stolen by Team Chance Hometown and resident of Binghampton, NY Alyssa is a self-proclaimed cat lady. When Alyssa is not performing on stage, you can usually find her at home with her fiancé, five cats and puppy. Alyssa loves to write songs and sometimes serenade her animals with her music. Having grown up around singers, Alyssa's mother had a...

Photo provided by Danny Ventrella/NBC Team Dan + Shay Hometown: Roma, TX Resident: New York, NY At the age of 11, Frank appeared on the singing competition shows "Tengo Talento, Mucho Talento" and "La Voz Kids" as a Mariachi-style soloist. However, he also faced cyberbullying and assumptions about his sexuality as he was in the spotlight, making him hesitant to express himself due to his conservat...

ABOUT NICKELBACK AND HATE TO LOVE: NICKELBACK, IN THEATERS TWO NIGHTS ONLY - MARCH 27th AND 30th Tickets for the global theatrical release of "Hate To Love: Nickelback" are on sale now at www. NickelbackFilm.com . The feature-length documentary will be distributed to over 1350 locations across 30 countries for two nights only March 27 and March 30. Premiering last September at the Toronto Internat...

Photo provided by Danny Ventrella/NBC NATHAN CHESTER, 27  (9-10AM et)Team Legend Hometown: Chicago, ILResident: Nashville, TN Nathan was raised by his single mother since he was 3 years old and didn't see much of his father as he grew up. Despite the sporadic presence of his father in his life and the delayed introduction to his half-siblings on his father's side, Nathan has worked extremely hard...

With over 30 years of clinical experience, Dr. Michelle Maidenberg has had the honor of helping countless individuals to transform their personal and professional lives. She uncovers the core of emotional avoidance and anxiety that gets in the way of individuals living their best life and the life they want. Dr. Maidenberg teaches the ACE Method predicated on Acceptance, Compassion, and Empowermen...

Colorado based Author, Speaker, Gestalt Practitioner, and Patient Advocate, Risa August has been living with a pituitary tumor and rare disease for over a decade.  Risa shares her insights and perspectives on stage, offering words of inspiration to audiences. Additionally, Risa works one-on-one with clients, guiding them through the many roadblocks of life and toward living more fully inspired. A...

Thomas B. Bryant aka “T.Bryant” is a 26-year United States Army Combat veteran and multi-talented entertainer from Silver Creek, Mississippi.  He has shared the stage with Grammy Award winners Donnie McClurkin, Mary Mary and Kirk Franklin as well as renowned Comedian Marcus D. Wiley of the Yolanda Adams Morning Show.  In 2010, T. Bryant was blessed with an opportunity to audition for BET’s Sunday’...

Recovering Perfectionist and Serial Accomplisher helping professionals design their best life and have the courage to live it. Attorney, author, podcaster, speaker, success architect, NLP Master Coach, NLP Certified Trainer.  Author of the book "Break Your Bullsh*t Box" where she discusses the excuses we have relied on to justify holding ourselves back and how to break the bullsh*t box those excus...

ABOUT REINALDO MARCUS GREEN Reinaldo Marcus Green is a writer, director and producer. He is best known for directing the critically acclaimed Warner Bros. film KING RICHARD starring Will Smith. Green helmed the film, which was named one of the Top 10 Films of the Year by both AFI and the National Board of Review and earned many accolades, including six Academy Awards nominations including Best Pic...

Gina Cavalier is a mental health advocate, author, filmmaker, artist, speaker, spiritual teacher, and host of The Liberated Healer PodcastTM. She has secured two publishing deals, with her first book as a co-author and illustrator, Surviving Suicidal Ideation – From Therapy to Spirituality, and the Lived Experience, coming out in June 2024. The second book, in which she is an author and illustrato...

Folllow Legacy City on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/ceo_legacy_city/ Get the album Standing On Business Album Review - Out April 26th (pre-save today):  https://music.apple.com/us/album/standing-on-business/1728421022 Legacy City was born and raised in Columbus, GA. He is a veteran, serving 10 years in the U.S. Army. He currently resides in San Antonio, TX with his young daughter. It was...

Katharine Giovanni, is an award-winning best-selling author with twelve books under her belt, including her latest, “The Ultimate Path to Forgiveness: Unlocking Your Power.” A leading figure in the concierge industry, Katharine’s innovative spirit led her to establish the first association for independent concierges, revolutionizing the field for over twenty years. Her wisdom has earned her spotli...

Roger S. Gottlieb is the Smith Professor of Philosophy at Worcester Polytechnic Institute and the author or editor of 21 books and more than 150 articles on environmental philosophy, religious environmentalism, political philosophy, contemporary spirituality, the Holocaust, and disability. His two works of environmental fiction, Engaging Voices and The Sacrifice Zone, won Nautilus book Awards and...

ABOUT ACROSS GENERATIONS Tiffany D Cross leads ACross Generations, a plainspoken and candid conversation with Black women from different stages in life. Each episode convenes a seasoned elder, a middle-aged, and a younger Black woman to discuss a single topic ranging from changing perspectives on sex to what you wish you knew about money in your 20's to the collective state of our womanhood in the...

Jared Zeidman steps into the literary world with his debut book, "Nail The Recruiting Process," bringing with him nearly 15 years of extensive experience in college athletics.  Prior to this venture, Zeidman made the courageous decision to step away from full-time coaching and focus on his recovery from severe complications related to a Covid-19 infection.  Currently serving as a consultant for co...

ABOUT TAMRON HALL AND HER BOOK WATCH WHERE THEY HIDE: A Jordan Manning Novel WATCH WHERE THEY HIDE is the upcoming new novel from Emmy Award-winning TV host and journalist, Tamron Hall. An impressive follow-up to her acclaimed 2021 debut, As the Wicked Watch, Hall's forthcoming novel follows the gripping journey of journalist, Jordan Manning, who delves into the case of a mother in danger and unco...