On Mic Podcast

We welcome a pioneer in growth and development Julian Sturton.  Since 1994, hundreds of people working with leadership coach, Julian Sturton, Founder & CEO of New York City-based The Business of Leading, Inc., have achieved breakthrough results — first by deciding to expand beyond the status quo — and then by applying the fundamental tools in The Language of Leading, that focus on the things t...

Meet Lon Davis, movie lover and comedy fan, who along with his wife and  co-author Debra brings us the hilarious and fascinating tale of one of Hollywood’s most successful B-movie series. It’s the definitive book about Ma and Pa Kettle, the origin story, the actors, producers, fans and more. Take a trip back to the good old days with Ma and Pa Kettle and their brood of young’uns and enjoy some gre...

Erica Dhawan is a globally recognized leadership expert and keynote speaker helping organizations and leaders innovate faster and further. Her new book is so timely and loaded with terrific helpful tips for both individuals and businesses, helping them to better connect.  Today we talk about the book entitled, “Digital Body Language: How to Build Trust and Connection, No Matter the Distance.”  You...

Paul Steven Stone is a highly successful creative advertising pro who for years worked as a newspaper columnist. But its his novels we’re focusing on. They are thoughtful, witty and spiritual.  His latest is called “Souljourner:A Karmic Crime Story,” and we’re thrilled Paul is joining us for our 200th podcast episode to talk about it and more! On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio ,” now av...

Bill Diehl has had a celebrated career in radio  spanning over five decades.  An experienced network newsman, Bill gained fame as an entertainment reporter for the ABC Radio Network, where his interviews with hundreds of celebrities from the studio and the red carpet were heard by millions! On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio ,” now available at Amazon . Jordan Rich is Boston’s busi...

There is no funnier family than that brought forth upon this earth by Minnie Marx.  Groucho, Chico, Harpo and Zeppo remain popular with audiences over a hundred years since breaking into show business.  Today’s guest is Robert Bader who is one of the leading authorities on the Marx Brothers.  Among his many scholarly pursuits is his book entitled, “ Four of the Three Musketeers: The Marx Brothers...

The Wizard of Oz is loved by millions and for all the right reasons. On today’s episode join us for a chat with Michael Shevack, teacher of spirituality and comparative religions and the author of several books including his latest called  “Soul Lessons from the Wizard of Oz: How to Follow Your Yellow Brick Road.”  Michael and Jordan delve into the deep spiritual meaning that Dorothy and her loyal...

Meet the author of “Dear Bob: Bob Hope’s Wartime Correspondence with the G.I.’s of World War II.”  The book is co-written by Bob’s daughter Linda Hope and reveals just how important Bob Hope’s remarkable service was to the fighting men and women of World War II.  It is so critical for us to remember “The Greatest Generation,” and Martha’s book features an astounding collection of letters, postcard...

Meet the author of the new book, “Murder Triggers,” Joe Kenda.  Millions know Joe from his impressive work hosting the hit reality series “Homicide Hunter” on Investigation Discovery. Get a chance to hear from one of the country’s top detectives about working and cracking murder cases with great success. Joe explores the mind of the murderer in the new book and allows a rare glimpse into the world...

President Obama, upon meeting today’s guest and learning of his story, referred to him as “one tough guy.”  Well, Chuck Winer is certainly that, having survived two life threatening bouts with cancer.  Now this Vietnam veteran faces another health enemy.  Due to the effects of Agent Orange his kidneys are failing and he is in desperate need of an organ donation.  Much more than” a tough guy,”  Chu...

Meet a young communicator living a childhood dream of being on radio and  having impact.  Alex Reimer has had to weather his share of challenges working in the high pressure field of sports talk radio.   He’s open about his lifestyle choices and has parlayed his radio work into writing for such publications as the Boston Herald, Forbes Magazine, Boston Magazine and Outsports.com ,  a site focused...

Meet Faith Soloway, the groundbreaking artist, performer, composer and writer who recently gained notoriety as executive producer of the critically acclaimed Amazon series, “Transparent,” loosely based on her own family experience.   Faith makes her home in Boston and is actively involved in the folk music scene, musical comedy, theatre and lending her talents to many worthy causes including  yout...

If you enjoy a cup of tea as much as I do, then you came to the right place.  My guest is tea and natural healing expert Todd Lamb of Pure Life Organics .  Todd is a proud veteran and former SWAT team member who founded a company dedicated to helping people feel better.  And he’s done much of it with the world’s most popular beverage, tea.  Learn about the many benefits of tea and how ingredients...

Meet veteran court reporter Diane Godfrey who has logged thousands of hours in the Massachusetts  court system, writing it all down!  On her new podcast “All Rise with Diane Godfrey,”  she offers a behind-the-scenes look at what really happens – from infamous murder trials to fist fights in the gallery, quirky habits of some judges to crimes that sound too crazy for Hollywood, Diane brings the rea...

My crusade to introduce you to the great voice-over masters continue with one of the very best.  He’s Will Lyman, the voice of the nationally televised “Frontline” program on PBS for over three decades.  Will has lent his authoritative voice to countless documentaries and commercials and is also an accomplished stage and film actor.  Meet the man behind one of the most impressive voices in our ind...

Meet “Mr. Ephemera!” He’s Brian Coleman, avid historian, archivist, lover and preserver of pop culture memories found on paper—ads, posters, tickets and more  from Boston based publications dating back several decades.  He’s catalogued it all loosely  in two impossible-to-put-down volumes.  “Buy Me, Boston Volume 2”  features more than 600  additional vintage advertisements, posters and flye...

Glad you found time to check out this podcast with Harvard Assistant Business Professor Ashley Whillans, a leading voice in time and happiness research. Her new book “Time Smart: How to Reclaim Your Time & Live a Happier Life,” will have you re-examining just how you deal with time and how you can be happier and more production being smart about it! “ On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Rad...

Meet an innovative artist, author, teacher, storyteller and historian Giles Laroche. He has several books to his credit including his  latest entitled “Lost Cities,”  a visually stunning look at ancient cities from around the world combining culture, history, geography, architecture and mystery. All aboard for your ancient global tour! “ On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio ,” now availabl...

Author of several books on leadership, with his latest slated to be published in 2021, Dr. John DiCicco is a member of the management division at Curry College in Milton where is focuses on  principles of management, economics, employment and labor law and human resources management. John has helped groom many effective leaders in business, education and government. Today we define authentic leade...

On today’s episode, we talk with award winning investigative journalist, attorney and author James Barron about his new project, the first ever biography of a relentless freedom fighter and journalist who held the secret behind Watergate. The book is entitled, “The Greek Connection: The Life of Elias Demetracopoulos and the Untold Story of Watergate.”  Get set for a fascinating tale of a wily hero...

Sylvia True is the author of a moving,thought provoking new book entitled, “Where Madness Lies,” a semi-autobiographical novel about the author’s family, from its roots in Nazi occupied Germany to the middle 1980’s. Sylvia writes about  the evil rise of eugenics in Germany in the 1930’s as she relates the story of how one family copes with mental illness spanning two generations. “ On Air: My Fift...

In celebration of the Rat Pack’s 60th anniversary we present an interview with Richard A. Lertzman, author of a great new book, “Deconstructing the Rat Pack: Joey, the Mob, and the Summit.”  In his explosive tell-all book, the author tells of the inside story of how the mob, future president JFK and five of the coolest performers alive took Vegas, Hollywood and the world by storm! “ On Air: My Fif...

Today’s guest joining the conversation is professional archivist Abraham Schechter. As an archivist he serves as memory for others, interpreting the occurrences of life while contextualizing the present and past.  He also shares his thoughts on the beauty, power and importance of journaling.  Abraham is a true man of letters with a passion for writing, curating and preserving our history. “ On Air...

Freelance writer and loving Mom Michele Viner has published, “A Few Words About Mental Health,”  a series of words with beautifully composed text written for those struggling with mental health issues and those who love and support them. This lovely little book was written to address the emotional side of mental health, and to inspire and encourage. One word at a time. “ On Air: My Fifty Year Love...

Today a conversation with top-flight award winning comedy writer Jon Rineman. Among his many credits is a long stint as the head monolog writer for Jimmy Fallon on the Tonight Show.  Jon is one of the most respected writers in the biz and is also a standup comedy veteran. He and several comedic colleagues have launched a new hilarious social interaction game that we will talk about, as well as his...