People Of Distinction

What if the hardest rooms you've ever tried to enter were never meant to hold you in the first place? Nicole Pfister turned poverty, dysfunction, and exclusion in rural Alabama into rocket fuel—graduating college at 19, breaking into corporate leadership, and proving that being "too much" or "not enough" is exactly what makes you unstoppable. In this raw conversation, she unpacks her memoir Never...

What happens when divine whispers challenge you to release control and trust the unseen? Dr. Tyrone Clark reveals how three supernatural conversations converged to birth his powerful book My Journey In Grace: Are You Afraid to Step Off the Boat?—a gripping exploration of God's undeserved grace, relentless mercy, and the terrifying freedom that comes when you finally let Jesus take the wheel. This...

What if a mischievous fly could teach your kids about faith, rest, and purpose—and actually keep them engaged? Author Twylla De Coste joins us to discuss her powerful children's book That The Lord May Whistle: The Story of Chito, the Gossiping Fly, a story that transforms the Sabbath into an adventure kids won't want to put down. From spontaneous napkin scribbles to Amazon bestseller, discover how...

What if bedtime battles aren't about defiance—but about a child's fear of missing out on the magic that happens after dark? In this episode, retired teacher and children's author Patti Pavolko shares how her granddaughter's bedtime struggles inspired While Their Parents Were Sleeping , a book that transforms nightly resistance into intergenerational wonder. From blackberry-loving bears to unicorn...

Knowledge doesn't save you—urgency does. Join us as engineer Bruce Charsky breaks down the Book of Revelation in terrifying clarity: from the 250 million gathered at Armageddon to the Mark of the Beast reshaping our digital age. This isn't another end-times theory—it's a chronological roadmap showing where we might actually be right now, and how much time humanity has left to turn back. Grab the b...

What happens when the hero comes home and no one wants to listen? Lorna Griess served as a war nurse in Vietnam, witnessing the worst of humanity in the chaos of field hospitals—only to return to an America that didn't want to hear about it. In this gripping conversation, she unpacks the paradox of being hailed in the war zone but silenced by the very culture she fought for, revealing how war chan...

Angelia Pressley has entered the race for the Georgia Public Service Commission, District 5. Angelia represents positive change for AFFORDABLE, CLEAN ENERGY, as well as Monitoring DATA CENTERS! So VOTE for her: May 19, 2026  (Early Voting in April). Check out https://pressleyforgapsc.com/

What if the most controversial word in America doesn't need to disappear—it just needs to be understood? Percy A. Rushing and Aqueelah Ali join us to discuss their groundbreaking book "Why the N-Word Should Be Controlled: My View from Both Sides Being Black and White," challenging us to stop arguing and start listening. This isn't about cancel culture or easy answers—it's about the uncomfortable c...

What happens when you finally realize you deserve better? Author Kimberly McCree-Himmons sits down with us to share the raw, unfiltered story behind her book A Soul Returned—a lifeline for anyone trapped in the suffocating grip of domestic abuse. This isn't just about physical violence; it's about financial control, psychological erosion, and the quiet destruction of self-worth that happens behind...

What if the greatest lie we ever told our children is that the system is broken? Dr. Kenneth T. Jackson doesn't just share his journey—he exposes how a "broken" system actually works exactly as designed, especially against Black boys who face the highest dropout, suspension, and incarceration rates. As a retired superintendent who lost 14 childhood friends in a single school year, Dr. Jackson reve...

What if your life insurance could actually pay you WHILE you're alive—not just when you die? Nathaniel Lofland is on a 30-year crusade to flip the entire industry on its head, revealing living benefits that most agents won't tell you about. From critical illness coverage to retirement savings built right into your death benefit, Nate breaks down the questions you NEED to ask before signing another...

What would you do if the world gave you an expiration date? Karen Oliver's son, Ben was told he'd be gone by 34—but he jumped out of airplanes, traveled the country solo in a wheelchair, and redefined what it means to truly live, making it to 49 years filled with defiant joy. In this gripping episode, Karen shares the story of her son's battle with Friedrich's Ataxia and how he turned a devastatin...

What happens when a mother refuses to let go of her comatose son, defying doctors who said there was no hope? Darnice Harrison's "My Journey, My Los Man" chronicles the 13 harrowing months she spent listening not to medical prognosis, but to divine whispers that guided her through impossible decisions. This raw memoir reveals how God speaks through dreams, audible voices, and quiet certainty when...

What happens when the devil shows up in three forms—and you refuse to stay down? Marly Bergerud survived her father's rage, decades of family alcoholism and abuse, and not one but two rounds of cancer a decade apart. In this raw conversation, she reveals how she transformed childhood terror into educational leadership, 35 years of sobriety, and a masterclass in resilience that proves you can rewri...

What if the secret to raising well-mannered kids was hidden in a pie? In this episode, educator and author Donna Gingery reveals how her new children's book Red and the Egg Pie turns life lessons into laughter—all while honoring the wisdom of her beloved granny. Discover why making education fun isn't just effective, it's essential, and how one mischievous little girl's story can help your kids li...

What if you've been taught what to think—but never how to think? Dr. Gopal Dorai, economist and author of Decisions for Living , reveals why smart people make messy choices and how to break the cycle. This isn't another feel-good self-help book—it's a framework for decision-making under pressure that actually sticks. From avoiding the influencer trap to finding the right fit for your unique circum...

What if your worst moments were actually heaven's GPS coordinates? Nancy Rhul survived sea monsters in the Philippines, a life-threatening government crisis, and the devastating loss of her adopted son Benjamin—only to discover that every "coincidence" was a divine breadcrumb leading somewhere extraordinary. In this raw conversation, Nancy challenges skeptics and believers alike to reconsider what...

What if the ultimate act of rebellion isn't anger, but unwavering progress? Bobby Morrison—from sharecropper's son to DC success story—proves it in his gripping memoir Bama Boy. This isn't a trauma narrative; it's a masterclass in turning put-downs into power moves and building character through sheer resilience. Discover why holding onto your roots might be the smartest thing you do when everythi...

What happens when libraries breathe and overdue books cost you your soul? Author Mark Katzman joins us to unpack M7 —a mind-bending literary experience that defies categorization, blending metaphysical thriller with workplace comedy in ways you've never seen before. From his thunderbolt creative awakening at 22 to working in real libraries that inspired this surreal world, Mark reveals how psyched...

Ever wonder what presidents are really like when the cameras stop rolling? Peggy O'Donnell reveals the untold stories behind her late husband Patrick's six-decade career photographing 11 US presidents, the Dalai Lama, and Hollywood royalty—from Richard Nixon's Whittier roots to secret service protocols at San Juan Capistrano. This isn't just about iconic images; it's about the man who built a fami...

What if life's greatest moments weren't found in perfect clarity, but in the beautiful static between stations? Daniel L. French, Vietnam veteran turned healthcare entrepreneur, shares how his book "Channels of Delight" captures everything from tear-jerking poetry to brilliantly silly stories—all designed to be experienced like tuning an old radio dial. After losing his wife of 50 years and findin...

What if the most celebrated hero of faith was also its most scandalous failure? This deep dive into David's life reveals the brutal cost of destiny—from shepherd boy to fugitive to king, his story is filled with battles, betrayal, heartbreak, and shocking scandal. Join us as we explore how profound spiritual connection and catastrophic failure can coexist in one extraordinary life, and what that m...

What if everything you thought you knew about the end times was built on incomplete evidence? Former law enforcement officer W. Richard Vile spent 44 years investigating biblical prophecy with the same forensic precision he used on the streets—and what he uncovered will challenge your entire understanding of the rapture, the Antichrist, and the signs we're witnessing right now. In this gripping co...

What happens when a multi-million dollar empire built on your father's impossible dream comes crashing down—and you're left with nothing but the horses that started it all? Gene LaCroix went from rubbing shoulders with Bob Hope and William Shatner at the National Horse Show to losing everything in the 1986 tax reform crash. But his story isn't about the fall—it's about what he discovered when the...

What happens when you drop everything, move to Alaska, and build a life from scratch in a tent at 30 below zero? Kristina Ahlnäs did exactly that—and her story will leave you questioning what's truly possible when you take the leap. From saving a stranger's life on a gravel road to witnessing mysterious lights in the Arctic sky, Kristina's memoir is packed with raw survival, unexpected helpers, an...