LIVE with The Famous Unshakeable Dr. AL

Introduction In this compelling episode of How to Live a Fantastic Life , Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Dr. Sharad P. Paul—renowned skin cancer specialist, geneticist, poet, and author. With accolades from Time and the New Zealand Medical Association, Dr. Paul shares how science, lifestyle, and personal responsibility intersect to transform health. Health, Responsibility, and the Role of Doctors Dr. Pa...

Episode Title: Embodying Joy: Dance, Trauma & Healing with Toni Bergins 💫 Guest: Toni Bergins, M.Ed — Founder of JourneyDance™ 🕊️ Episode Overview: In this enlightening episode of “LIVE with Dr. Allen Lycka,” we welcome movement pioneer Toni Bergins, the visionary behind JourneyDance™. With over 27 years of experience in transformational workshops and embodiment practices, Toni shares her ins...

Behind the Scenes of Hollywood’s Most Iconic Props In this celebrity edition of How to Live a Fantastic Life , Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Joe Moe—collector, curator, and creative force behind some of Hollywood’s most exciting memorabilia auctions. From the whip that dragged Indiana Jones behind a Nazi caravan to George Reeves’ original Superman costume, Joe shares the heart, history, and humanity be...

Tim Gray – Preserving the Greatest Generation’s Legacy Join Dr. Allen Lycka for a moving and insightful conversation with award-winning director and producer Tim Gray, the founder of the World War II Foundation. With 40 documentaries under his belt, six regional Emmys, and numerous global accolades, Tim’s mission is to preserve and share the untold stories of World War II through powerful, persona...

Taylor Blackwell on Artistry, Ambition, and the Judy Tenuta Story Episode featuring Taylor Blackwell Meet Taylor Blackwell In this special celebrity edition, Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes the multi-talented Taylor Blackwell—actress, writer, director, and musician. With over 45 film and TV credits including Resident Alien (Netflix), Your Friends and Neighbors (Apple), and American Gigolo (Showtime), Tay...

Unlocking the Secrets of the Akashic Records with Emily Harrison Episode Summary: In this enlightening episode of LIVE with The Famous Dr. AL , Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Emily Harrison, founder and director of The Akashic Academy. A modern-day mystery school, the Akashic Academy empowers individuals to heal, transform, and discover their soul’s mission through the Akashic Records. Emily shares how...

Jodi Velazquez: Managing Diabetes with Vintage Nutrition Guest: Jodi Martini Velazquez, author of Know the Enemy: Preventing Weight Gain, Diabetes, and Disease Overview: In this enlightening episode, Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes nonfiction author Jodi Velazquez, who shares her remarkable journey navigating her daughter’s type 1 diabetes diagnosis at just 19 months old. Jodi draws on personal experienc...

Taoist Wisdom for a Happier Life with Gerard Wouters Introduction In this enlightening episode of “LIVE with The Famous Dr. AL” , Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Gerard Wouters, a Taoist therapist from Holland and author of eight books. Known for his television appearances and transformative two-day workshops, Gerard shares how ancient Taoist philosophy can unlock emotional healing, simplicity, and succe...

Living Innovation: From Refugee Camps to Tech Leadership with Dune Nguyen Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of How to Live a Fantastic Life , Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Dune Nguyen—CAPS member, tech leader, and lifelong innovator. Dune shares his incredible journey from escaping wartime Vietnam as a refugee to becoming a corporate trainer, speaker, musician, and technology expert. With deep...

LIVE with Dr. Allen Lycka Guest: Matthew Negron Episode Title: Human-Centered Design & the Future of Work Introduction Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Matthew Negron, a leader in workplace innovation and former president of Dauphin Americas. They explore how human-centered design, empathy, and innovation are shaping the future of work. Leading Through Crisis Matthew became president in June 2020—mid-...

Unequal Justice: A Veteran Attorney Speaks Out 🔹 Introduction In this compelling episode of How to Live a Fantastic Life, Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes James M. Porfido, a seasoned New Jersey attorney with over 35 years of experience. A former prosecutor and now defense attorney, James offers rare insight into the U.S. criminal justice system from both sides of the courtroom. 🔹 Guest Background James...

The Philosopher’s Wrench – Tools for a Better World Guest: Larry Weingarten, Author, Contractor, and Philosopher of Practical Wisdom Overview: Larry Weingarten joins Dr. Allen Lycka to explore timeless lessons on living fully, solving complex problems, and embracing creativity through manual work and mindful living. From his early passion for fixing things to writing The Philosopher’s Wrench , Lar...

F Happiness and Finding Meaning — With Shawn Leon Nowotnik Introduction In this profound and moving episode, Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Shawn Leon Nowotnik—artist, therapist, author, and filmmaker—whose life changed forever after losing his son to suicide. Now based outside Chicago, Shawn has dedicated himself to mental health advocacy, helping others heal through authenticity and meaning. The Myth...

Leading with Self-Trust: The Journey of Kanchan Chanana Introduction In this inspiring episode, Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes global strategy consultant Kanchan Chanana, whose path spans continents and industries. From growing up in a patriarchal society in India to coaching leaders across the globe, Kanchan shares powerful lessons on resilience, leadership, and defining success on one’s own terms. Ove...

Embracing Happiness at Work and Beyond with Alexia Gerorghiou Guest Introduction Alexia Gerorghiou is a global happiness advocate, founder of the Knoxville Happiness Coalition, and author of The Future of Work is Human and the Future of Success is Happiness. She brings decades of experience as a mental health therapist and educator to her mission of transforming workplace culture through positive...

Twist the Brand Alchemist – Alyssa Light’s Creative Genius Introduction: On this episode of LIVE with Dr. Allen Lycka, meet Alyssa “Twist” Light—an electrifying keynote speaker known for her spontaneous, on-the-spot marketing brilliance. Twist shares her inspiring journey from goldsmithing and working with special needs clients to becoming a sought-after live branding strategist and speaker. From...

Introduction Dr. Steven J. Rippe joins Dr. Allen Lycka to share his groundbreaking work in educational transformation through experiential learning. With more than 25 years of experience, Steven discusses his journey from outdoor education to founding joyful, high-performing learning communities. From Wilderness to the Classroom Steven shares how his career began as an Outward Bound instructor, wi...

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Heidi Blackie Bio Heidi Blackie is a speaker, consultant, and founder of UnshakableMe®, a program that helps women rise from burnout, illness, and self-doubt to reclaim their power and create lives of purpose and possibility. After seven years of chronic illness, she hit rock bottom in 2021— she made a radical choice to believe in her body’s ability to heal — a turning point that reshaped her life...

Bio: Dr. Aaron Phillips is a neuroscientist, inventor, and entrepreneur whose groundbreaking research is restoring function after spinal cord injury using electrical stimulation. As Associate Dean of Innovation and co-founder of several health tech ventures—including the "Research Ally" mobile research platform—he's leading the charge to bring cutting-edge science from the lab to real-world impact...

LIVE with Dr. Allen Lycka featuring Samantha Stewart Guest: Samantha Stewart, CEO of Occiden and Company Topic: Innovating Healthcare from the Inside Out Introduction: In this episode of LIVE with Dr. Allen Lycka , we welcome Samantha Stewart, the visionary CEO of Occiden and Company. With a focus on simplifying clinic operations and humanizing healthcare transformation, Samantha shares her journe...

Living a Fantastic Life with Rick Patterson Introduction In this insightful episode, Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Rick Patterson — product operations manager at a global chemical company, author of Shame Unmasked , and father of four adopted children. Rick brings a powerful perspective shaped by corporate leadership, foster parenting, and spiritual growth. From Paper to Purpose Rick shares his unconve...

Dr. Allen Lycka & Michelle Bishop “Choosing Yourself First: From Grief to Greatness” Introduction In this heart-opening episode, Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Michelle Bishop, Certified Master Life Coach and best-selling author of Choose You First . Michelle empowers women to reclaim their lives after loss through the power of self-love, inner resilience, and authenticity. Michelle’s Journey of Rei...

Tom Ziglar's Life-Changing Insights Introduction In this captivating interview, Tom Ziglar, son of the legendary Zig Ziglar, shares transformative insights on how speakers can catalyze real change. Dr. Allen Lycka and Tom dive into the importance of actionable plans, authenticity, and creating a lasting legacy. The Sin of the Desert Tom introduces the concept of "the sin of the desert"—knowing whe...

An Electrifying Conversation with Mike Rayburn Introduction In this inspiring episode of How to Live a Fantastic Life , Dr. Allen Lycka sits down with the multi-talented Mike Rayburn. Mike is a two-time TED Talk presenter, innovative entrepreneur, and Hall of Fame speaker who has headlined Carnegie Hall and performed more than 5000 shows worldwide. With a mix of comedy, guitar mastery, and powerfu...