On Mic Podcast

Meet Martin Dugard, co-author of the mega-hit series of “Killing” history book thrillers with Bill O’Reilly.  Today Martin joins us to talk about a solo project entitled, “Taking Paris: The Epic Battle for the City of Lights.” It’s a fascinating inside look at the Nazi capture of Paris and the efforts of Charles De Gaulle, FDR, Churchill, General Patton and Eisenhower to recapture it from Rommel a...

T.F. Murphy is a Chicago-based writer who focuses on stories that probe the depths of human experience. He is educated in both philosophy and literature, as well as having a love of film, all of which influence his work. He’s an avid reader of classic literature, loves spending time in the great outdoors, and hopes to inspire others to think outside their comfort zone.   His opus of a debut sci-fi...

Today’s guest is definitely the bearer of  good news.  More specifically,  The Power of Good News, which just happens to be the title of his latest book.   Meet Hal Urban, writer and internationally renowned speaker who relays the research that shedding light on the positive is indeed much healthier for our brains, our hearts, our society.   It’s time to end bad news overload.  Hal is just the guy...

Today a chat with actor/musician Ted Neeley, most famous for his star turn as Jesus in the legendary Andrew Lloyd Weber musical “Jesus Christ Superstar.”   Ted has played the role  on stage over a thousand times and appeared in the title role  in the iconic film version directed by Norman Jewison. We hear Ted’s thoughts on playing the Son of God,  and of course his other pursuits in acting and mus...

Darrell Byers is CEO of a pioneering nonprofit called Interise, utilizing a wide net of mentors, many of whom are alumni, in countless communities throughout America.  Interise  helps small businesses succeed in countless ways.  Many of these business are minority owned.  Darrell leads an energetic team dedicated to giving small businesses what they need to flourish.  Their track record is impress...

Bonnie Hagemann is the co-author of a new book called “The Courage to Advance: Real Life Resilience from the World’s Most Successful Women in Business.” She interviewed dozens of women from around the world who have overcome challenges to reach the top of their professions.  One of the subjects in the book joins the discussion.  Roberta Sydney is a nationally recognized leader in board service and...

Rick Wills is one of Rock N Roll’s greatest bass guitarists.  This legendary artist got his start in Cambridge, England in the 1960’s and ultimately played with David Gilmour, Peter Frampton and of course the multi-platinum group Foreigner.   Rick is back on the road this summer with Foreigner and reflects on  the music business and how much fun he’s having today. On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair...

Bob DiCicco is a strong advocate of the Great American Songbook, and as a fine singer and cabaret artist he has entertained thousands with his beautiful voice abilities as a storyteller.  But along with our  conversation today about music and art, Bob shares a personal tale of nearly losing his fight against Covid 19,  how he valiantly clawed his way back to health, and how appreciative he is of t...

Meet Kate Isler, author of “Breaking Borders.”  She shares her incredible story of blazing business trails in the early days of Microsoft, uprooting her family to live in foreign lands,  and making more than just one leap of faith to pursue her dreams. On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio ,” now available at Amazon . Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 400 po...

From her unique vantage point, Diane Hessan paints a picture of a nation deeply divided by politics, but not as polarized as one might fear. Diane is a superb listener, interviewer and journalist whose work is motivated by a deep sense of concern and patriotism, and she  shows us that our common ground crosses the partisan divide, and gives us hope that this country can rediscover its united purpo...

Innovation is alive and well! Meet one creative guy Steven Bock, Founder of a dynamic new marketing enterprise called Swaponz. It’s a challenge to succeed in a busy culture.  Listen to how one company is doing it!   On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio ,” now available at Amazon . Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 400 podcast episodes and currently hosting...

Matt Haig is an international best selling author with over three million books sold.  His children’s books, novels and works of non-fiction have delighted fans around the world.  The author of the award winning novel “The Midnight Library” is out with his latest called “The Comfort Book. ” I think you’ll agree, it’s just what the doctor ordered for a stressed out world. On Air: My Fifty Year Love...

Dan Bullock is a language and communications specialist/trainer at the United Nations Secretariat, training diplomats and global UN staff.   Dan is also a college professor at NYU with expertise in languages, negotiation and communication. Raúl Sánchez is an award-winning clinical assistant professor and the corporate program coordinator at New York University’s School of Professional Studie...

Meet Doug Ross, entrepreneur, business consultant and creative dynamo who loves to dive into what makes for success.  He’s helped scores of clients advance their ideas along with pragmatic time-tested methods.  From local single-owned businesses to large corporate ventures, Doug has added the knowhow and spark to help many achieve success.  Now his wisdom and sharp wit is available to all in a ter...

Dick Syatt is a long-time friend and colleague who has loved radio since he was a kid.  He began his talk radio career very early in major markets such as Dallas before making his way to Boston to launch WRKO The Talk Station some decades back.  He’s a fine interviewer and raconteur with limitless curiosity and energy.  Dick also developed and hosted  the iconic Hotline Dating Show on radio, long...

Today we welcome Bob Katzen, entertainer, disc jockey, reporter and nostalgia fan.  Something unscripted and hilarious happens as Bob REFUSES to talk about himself.  Instead the tables are turned and he interviews old Jordan@chartproductions.com. Turned out to be a lot of fun for me and I hope you  enjoy some of the backstory that this  probing journalist and wise guy uncovers! On Air: My Fifty Ye...

Don Bentley is an American of service with a background that sounds more like that of a fictional hero. He was an Apache helicopter pilot winning medals for service in Afghanistan, then a special agent for the FBI and a member of the elite Dalla Office Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team. He’s also a best-selling novelist of the Matt Drake thriller series. Now Don is stepping into the Tom Clan...

For years women have made up the majority of college-educated workers in the country. Still the wage gape persists and women are underrepresented in the workforce, particularly in leadership positions. Harvard Business School professors Colleen Ammerman and Boris Groysberg explain why the disparity still exists and what is being done to correct it. Their book “Glass Half-Broken: Shattering the Bar...

It’s one of the hottest books of the summer and we’re thrilled  welcome the author.  She’s Mary Dixie Carter with her debut novel “The Photographer,” now garnering terrific reviews.  Mary offers insight into this intriguing psychological thriller, what she believes makes for a successful novel, and she loving recalls her famous show-biz parents, the late Dixie Carter and Hal Holbrook.   Conversati...

Meet a young man who has never let physical limitations slow down his dream of writing and performing music.  I met Michael Maloney when he was barely into his teens.  His parents were Michael’s  number one promoters and hoped that I would mention him on-air.  Once I heard his music and learned more about this remarkable young man, I just had to invite him to join us in studio.  He wowed the audie...

Guy Finley is the founder of the Life of Learning Spiritual Foundation Center, a world-wide organization mentoring and inspiring hundreds of thousands.  His books and coaching address practical life issues as well as crises, love, spirituality, centeredness and more.  He’s a longtime friend and today we focus on his latest book, “”Relationship Magic: Waking Up Together.” is the founder of the Life...

Kaleel Sakakeeny is one of a handful of ordained Animal Chaplains and Credentialed Pet Loss and Bereavement Counselors  in the United States.  Reverend Sakakeeny is here to share stories of his work with people and pets,  addressing  questions of love, loss and the unique relationships we have with our animal companions. On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio ,” now available at Amazon . Jor...

Meet an extraordinary talent, a woman who does it all musically!  As a singer,  Krisanthi Pappas has been compared to Carole King, Norah Jones  and Diana Krull, with “the husky-voiced passion of Bonnie Raitt and the swinging playfulness of Ella Fitzgerald.   She is also a prolific composer and producer who has toured this country as well as Europe and the Caribbean.  We’ll preview her new song “Hu...

In a special bonus podcast, we’re proud to chat with CEO of Boston MedFlight Maura Hughes.  Boston MedFlight is a nonprofit organization that provides transport to the sickest of the sick, regardless of the patient’s ability to pay. For 35 years, Boston MedFlight has been the region’s primary provider of critical care medical transport by air and ground, caring for more than 4,700 patients annuall...

Susan Bregman is back for an encore.  The author/photographer joined us in the past for her book  “New England Neon” and now she returns to talk with us about her Images of Modern America book, “New England Candlepin Bowling.”  Hitting candlepins with those little bowling balls?  Now that takes skill and patience!  Susan’s telling of the candlepin story, unique to the northeast, is great fun and t...