On The Brink Podcast

Jennifer Worthington is the CEO and Co-Founder of Play Social , one of the fastest-growing hospitality companies in the U.S., best known for its immersive adult entertainment concept, Play Playground . A visionary at the crossroads of film, nightlife, and experiential entertainment, Jennifer began her career as Senior Vice President at Jerry Bruckheimer Films at just 23, contributing to blockbuste...

Marcy Axelrod is a bestselling and award-winning author, TVContributor, 2X TEDx speaker and management consultant.   Her latest book, How We Choose to Show Up, is a #1Bestseller and was recently awarded the Hayakawa book prize.   Marcy has been interviewed in Forbes, Psychology Today, andThe Marketing Journal, among others. Her approaches have been tested and proventhrough projects with some of th...

Andrew-Ryan Profaci is a marketer, author, and survivorwhose life story reads like a modern-day odyssey of resilience.   Featured on Dateline NBC , HBO , VICE ,and more, Andrew-Ryan has lived through—and overcome—some of the most harrowingand extraordinary experiences imaginable.   A survivor of a fatal car accident at 18, he had to relearnhow to walk. He battled and beat stage 4 cancer.   He’s fa...

Dr. Patel is a physician-leader and interdisciplinary innovator working at the forefront of healthcare transformation, AI-powered clinical tools, and science-based wellness. He is a NIMH-funded research fellow in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Brown University, and the Founding Medical Director and Director of AI Decision Support at Sully.ai, a pioneering platform delivering intelligent clinic...

David Hrizak is a veteran real estate investor and co-founder of Streamline Capital Group, where he helps high-earning professionals—such as physicians, professional athletes, and entrepreneurs—build passive, tax-efficient income through strategic investments in medical office and Class B commercial properties. With nearly 30 years of experience spanning brokerage, development, construction, and f...

In Episode 443 of ON THE BRINK, John A. Brink goes solo to share the personal journey and inspiration behind his brand-new book, Billion Dollar Communication Skills. Full Podcast Link: https://bit.ly/JohnBrinkBillionDollarCommunicationsDrawing from over a decade of experience with Toastmasters, John reflects on how mastering the art of communication transformed his life - and how it can transform...

Russell Van Brocklen, widely known as the Dyslexia Professor, transforms daily reading struggles into confident academic breakthroughs for students with dyslexia. With a mission to rewrite how families and educators support struggling readers, Russell is challenging the outdated “wait and see” approach that too many parents still hear. Dyslexia affects up to 20% of learners—and early, informed act...

Michael Dodsworth is the Founder and CEO of Fanfare —the platform turning product drops into sellouts without the chaos.   After nearly two decades in the trenches of high-stakeslaunches for top brands, Michael has seen it all—crashed servers, bot-infestedqueues, and fan meltdowns.   He’s the guy behind the scenes when Taylor Swift ticketsbreak the internet or a sneaker release spirals into a PR n...

As a global speaker who has delivered over 2,000 presentations across 75+ countries, Fredrik has spent his career exploring creativity, innovation, and the power of ideas. Fredrik has inspired over a million people from the stage and his bestselling book - The Idea Book - has been recognized as one of the '100 Best Business Books of All Time’. Fredrik has been inducted into the Speaker Hall of...

G. Michael Hopf is a USA Today bestselling author renowned for his post-apocalyptic and western novels. He has penned over forty books, including the internationally acclaimed "The New World" series, which has sold well over one million copies worldwide and been translated into multiple languages. A Marine Corps combat veteran, Hopf's diverse background also includes roles as a bodyg...

Lauren Hermann is a former medical speech/language pathologist who transformed her career in the wake of the pandemic and found her true calling in healthcare copywriting. She’s the bestselling author of But My Speech is Fine!, the founder of The Copy Clinicians agency, and the creator of The Clinician to Copywriter Accelerator, a program empowering healthcare professionals to pivot into meaningfu...

Dr. Cali Estes is a global leader inaddiction recovery, mental health, and performance optimization.   Known as  “The Female Dr. Drew”  and  “TheBattery Recharger,”  she empowers high-performing professionals — fromCEOs and celebrities to athletes and creatives—to reset, recharge, and reclaimtheir lives through her signature no-nonsense, results-driven approach.   With over  25 years ofexperience...

Jason Saltzman is an entrepreneur and thought leader dedicated to creating meaningful impact through innovation. As the founder of Relief, he’s revolutionizing debt management, helping people regain control of their financial futures. Full Podcast Link: https://bit.ly/JasonSaltzmanPodcastEPWith two successful business exits, over a decade of mentoring startups at Techstars, and experience teaching...

Lyubim Kogan is a five-time first-generation immigrant, Winter Olympian, NYU Stern graduate, and 9/11 survivor whose extraordinary life defies convention and expectation. Full Podcast Link: https://bit.ly/LyubimKoganPodcast From navigating the high-stakes world of Wall Street to leading humanitarian missions in war zones, Lyubim’s path has been anything but linear — yet it’s marked by a consistent...

Justin Dixon is a visionary talent strategist and the founder of Hire Tomorrow , a cutting-edge recruiting firm that helps high-growth startups and Private Equity-backed companies build world-class teams. With over a decade of experience in the recruiting industry, Justin has earned a reputation for bridging the gap between people and purpose—matching exceptional talent with organizations poised f...

Al Kushner is a celebrated thought leader, award-winning author, and innovator in AI-driven personal branding. Full Podcast Link: https://bit.ly/AlKushnerPodcast With a passion for empowering professionals to excel on LinkedIn, Al’s groundbreaking book, The AI LinkedIn Advantage: Unleash the Power of AI and Dominate the Competition, has become an essential guide for navigating the modern digital l...

Dr. Debi Silber is a holistic psychologist, health and mindset expert, author, speaker, and mentor specializing in helping individuals heal from Post Betrayal Syndrome—a real and often overlooked challenge. She brings powerful insight into how unhealed betrayal impacts health, relationships, work, and overall quality of life, making her a natural fit for business, health, and relationship-focused...

Susan Snow is a powerful voice for healing, resilience, and transformation. The daughter of slain LAPD Detective Thomas C. Williams, Susan’s life was forever changed on Halloween night in 1985 when her father was ambushed and murdered in the line of duty. She was just 17 years old. That singular, devastating moment became the catalyst for a lifelong journey through trauma, loss, and ultimately, re...

Stan transforms complex financial concepts into simple, actionable strategies for entrepreneurs—but his path to this mission was anything but conventional. Originally from Moscow, Stan moved his family to New York to pursue a dream of launching a hedge fund. But when the pandemic hit, that dream unraveled. His savings plummeted from $150,000 to zero. In the wake of that setback, Stan uncovered a d...

Veronica Woodruff is a Canadian author, public speaker, and award-winning professional whose career spans leadership, environmental science, and civic engagement. In 2025, she published her debut book, Blind Drunk: A Sober Look at Our Boozy Culture, a powerful exploration of alcohol’s pervasive influence on North American society—framed through both scientific insight and personal experience. Wood...

Christina Rahm, MS, PhD, EdD, is an internationally recognized entrepreneur, scientific leader, spokesperson, and innovator in the health and wellness space. Her overall approach to her groundbreaking work is to dismantle the barriers blocking the way to optimal health by identifying the root causes of issues and then addressing them scientifically and holistically. Full Podcast Link https://bit.l...

Constance Lewis is the passionate parent behind "Miles and the Colorful Capes of Feelings", a book inspired by her son Miles, who underwent brain surgery at just six years old. She wrote this book with her husband, Andre. Their journey navigating medical challenges and helping Miles express his emotions led them to create a powerful, visual tool for children struggling to communicate the...

Louis Kim is a builder, investor, and spiritual entrepreneur who’s redefining what it means to own and lead in the 21st century. The son of Korean Immigrants, who gave Louis the gift of the entrepreneurial spirit. Full Podcast Link: https://bit.ly/LouisKimPodcastLouis has built and sold over $50 million worth of businesses across industries. But after years of success, he hit a wall—physically, em...

Rachel Brenke is an attorney, business strategist, Team USA triathlete, and mom of five. She’s the powerhouse behind TheLawTog, the go-to legal resource for photographers, FitLegally, which serves the fitness and wellness industry, and Eden Law, a boutique virtual law firm helping entrepreneurs protect and grow their brands across the U.S.Rachel has built multiple businesses from scratch, battled...

Elizabeth Bruckner is the author of The Homesteader Mindset; a book that will transform the way you view self-sufficiency and give you the tools and practical tips needed for a more meaningful life. Elizabeth’s book has quickly become a must-read for every person who dreams of creating sustainable living through traditional skills and common sense. Full podcast link: https://bit.ly/ElizabethBruckn...