Make Your Day Richer

Actress Alison Hamann stops by to talk about Decision Height , a powerful stage production from Waxhaw Community Theater, honoring the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) of World War II. Alison shares her experience portraying Virginia Haskell, the empathetic protagonist who narrates the untold stories of courage, camaraderie, and sacrifice. From opening night jitters to the emotional depth of...

What happens when you leave behind a name, a career, and a life and choose to start over? Branch Isole ia a prolific author and poet whose journey from corporate success to spiritual seeker has led to over 20 published books and a podcast that’s changing lives. Branch shares how poetry became his medium for healing, storytelling, and truth-telling. From the origins of his chosen name to the emotio...

What does it mean to truly unload? To release the weight of addiction, shame, and self-sabotage, and step into the life you were meant to live? In this unforgettable episode, I sit down with author and speaker Jamie Weatherly, whose memoir Unloaded chronicles his journey from executive chef to recovering addict to award-winning writer. Jamie shares how he reclaimed his voice, rebuilt his life, and...

What if navigating health insurance didn’t feel like decoding a foreign language? In this episode, I sit down with Kyle from Health Market Genius, a seasoned broker with nearly 30 years of experience, to demystify the Affordable Care Act, subsidies, enrollment periods, and the real risks of going uninsured. From heartwarming stories to hard truths, Kyle shares how he helps people find coverage tha...

Darci Steiner has walked through unimaginable pain—and found purpose, healing, and beauty on the other side. Darci is a holistic nutritionist, ministry leader, and author of the powerful book Beauty Beyond the Thorns: Discovering Gifts in Suffering. Her journey includes two life-altering disabilities, a rare nerve disorder, and years of recovery that tested every part of her spirit. But instead of...

Lital Yohay is a musical force who’s rewriting the rules of sound and storytelling. Lital is a hearing-disordered musician, composer, singer-songwriter, and author who’s creating something truly original: theatrical jazz dance music infused with pop, rock, blues, funk, and fusion. It’s bold, it’s expressive, and it’s unlike anything you’ve heard before. Her journey is a testament to creativity wit...

Phebe Trotman is the kind of person who turns setbacks into stepping stones. Phebeis a Hall of Fame soccer player, award-winning entrepreneur, and the author behind the powerful book series ‘Never Quit On A Bad Day™’, filled with real stories of resilience and practical tools to help you push through life’s toughest moments. From heartbreak on the field to triumph in business, Phebe’s journey is p...

IT'S MY BIRTHDAY!! Charisse Walker is an author, podcast host, TV personality, realtor, investor, coach, speaker—you name it, she’s done it. From food stamps to financial freedom, she’s built a life where she could retire her husband and empower thousands along the way. Her Emmy-nominated show The American Dream showcases her brilliance in real estate and entrepreneurship, while her podcast Un...

Bridget Cook-Burch is a New York Times and Wall StreetJournal bestselling author, speaker, and humanitarian whose work has been featured on Oprah, CNN, Dateline, NPR—you name it! Her clients call her ‘The Book Whisperer,’ and for good reason. Bridget’s riveting stories—like The Witness Wore Red, Skinhead Confessions, and Shattered Silence—aren’t just page-turners, they’re life-changers. She’s the...

Susan Johnson is living proof that some dreams really are worth keeping—even when the road is anything but easy. Susan is an author, inspirational speaker, and fierce mental health advocate whose memoir, Some Dreams Are Worth Keeping, chronicles her powerful journey living with bipolardisorder. She’s not just telling her story—she’s changing the conversation. Susan’s TEDx talk, Having a Mental Ill...

If you’ve ever stared at a blank page, doubted your bigidea, or wondered if you’re really ‘good enough’ to chase that dream… today’s guest is here to tell you: you absolutely are. Amy Bernstein is an award-winning author, professional book coach, and former journalist who’s made it her mission to help creative people—especially women—embrace their callingwithout apology. Her new book, ‘Wrangling t...

Kyle Nelson and Eli Libby were living the entrepreneur hustle—long hours, big dreams, burning the candle and, well…After a house fire, a miscarriage, a divorce—and yep, business setbacks too—these two realized something: growth without alignment is just a slow drift into burnout. So what did they do? They unplugged. They reflected. They created something beautiful called Solo Retreat. It’s not abo...

Zach Henderson isn’t just bringing the big green ogre tolife—he’s reshaping community theatre one swamp at a time. Zachary stars as Shrek in ‘ Shrek The Musical’ at Flowertown Players in Summerville, SC, running August 8th through the 24th. Zach is A Winthrop University graduate with a degree in Music Education, blending performance, skill and heart—bothonstage and behind the scenes. He serves on...

Siquoyia Blue is genre-defying musician, a tech-savvy entrepreneur, and a powerhouse of creative energy. Siquoyia, the Las Vegas-based innovator behind ‘AbstractSoul,’ fuses R&B, funk, soul, and rock into a sound that’s as bold as her story. From bestselling books to the Dating Assassins Card Game, voiceover artistry to IT analytics—she’s redefining what it means to live creatively and with pu...

Born in Nigeria, shaped in Germany, and powered by purpose— Tobi Ojekunle is an engineer in renewable energy and the soulful voice behind the MIRROR TALK podcast. With curiosity as his compass, he’s hosting deep conversations with thought leaders, bestselling authors, and everyday visionaries to help us grow, heal, and thrive. Today, we welcome a champion of self-improvement and meaningful dialogu...

Peter Arpesella has become a vibrant voice in global storytelling. Peter is not only married to my best friend Annie Wood but he’s also the award-winning author of Good Like This, a novel born from a screenplay celebrated at international festivals. As a screenwriter and visual storyteller, Peter’s work explores human complexity through drama, comedy, and profound introspection. Whether crafting s...

Shane Jacob has lived the story most only read about—and now he's turning pain into purpose for parents and teens. Shane is a Certified Life Coach, Professional Horseman, and host of the ‘Stable Parenting Podcast.’ Through his coaching program, Stable Living, and his gritty, heart-driven show, he helps families lower stress, build confidence, and navigate life’s toughest challenges. From battl...

Meridee Hlokoff is not just helping people quit—she’s rewriting how we think about addiction recovery. Meridee, founder of LaserQuit, turned her personal struggle into a revolutionary cold laser therapy that’s helping thousands break free from smoking, drinking, and more. With a powerful story shaped by family, resilience, and real results, Meridee is here to show us what true healing looks like....

Matt Drago is best known as Fabian in the breakout indie “Somewhere in Montana”, and he joins us fresh off its release! Matt's credits span Disney’s viral hit Counting Scars, Ridley Scott’s Prophets of Science Fiction, What Would Jesus Do: The Journey Continues, and the audio drama sensation No Other Way. With his production company developing its first feature, Matt’s a powerhouse on and off...

Bill Barnett doesn’t just talk about success—he teaches it. Bill is a media veteran, entrepreneur, and founder of the Smarter Minds Network. His groundbreaking ‘Playbook for Life’ is equipping Gen Z with the life skills schools don’t teach—money, mindset, and how to win in the real world. From Radio Disney to financial clarity, he's helping students, veterans, and everyday folks build confiden...

Carrie Severson is a voice for the burned-out, thecaregivers, and anyone learning to say ‘yes’ to themselves. Carrie is an acclaimed author, speaker, and CEO of The Unapologetic Voice House. From nonprofit founder to caregiver advocate, her memoir ‘ Unapologetically Enough’ is reshaping how we see success, self-love, and survival.

My guest is not just painting outside the lines—she’s redrawing the whole canvas. Miriam Schulman is a bestselling author, art business coach, and host of the top-ranked podcast The Inspiration Place. Her book Artpreneur is transforming creative careers and turning passion into profit. From Wall Street analyst to full-time artist, she’s now empowering thousands of creatives to own their value and...

Rhonda Parker is living proof that determination beatsdoubt. Born in the heart of Noblesville, Indiana, Rhonda once struggled with reading and writing, but she didn’t let that stop her. Fast forward to 2025—and Rhonda has officially checked 'write a novel' off her bucket list. Her debutsuspense thriller Crossroads is gripping readers from page one,  and is even endorsed by Golden Globe-nom...

Dr. Momoko Uno came to the U.S. in 1997 with just two suitcases after medical school, and built an incredible life. Her first book, Fourteen Days, was written after a near-death experience during quarantine when her mother passed away. She’s since written a powerful fiction novel titled Bringing Sunshine Back to Mind , and later this year, we'll see her science fiction comedy about aliens, and...

Allicia Johnson Niles’ life took an extraordinary turn when deep-rooted grief and curiosity led her to seek the truth behind her father's murder while he was serving in the U.S. Navy. Allicia is the author of the upcoming memoir 'Angel in Arlington,' and she not only found peace and healing for her own life but also for over a dozen of her father’s Navy friends who had still been suffe...