Power & Impact

As a child, she broke open rocks, eager to "see the atoms inside." As a young adult, she witnessed her aunt's painful battle with breast cancer, sparking a determination to create life-saving solutions. Today, as an MIT researcher, she has developed an innovative ultrasound-enabled bra, set to revolutionize breast cancer screenings and empower women to take charge of their health. Dr. Canan Dağdev...

In an era where information and news are readily available at our fingertips, Eric Gertler, CEO of U.S. News & World Report, has successfully overseen one of the leading news magazines through the obstacles of an increasingly digital world in a presumably dying industry. Eric Gertler, CEO of U.S. News & World Report has also served as Commissioner/President & CEO-designate of Empire State Developm...

Jim sits down with Dr. Jonathan Sackner Bernstein, a cardiologist who may have uncovered a revolutionary new approach to treating Parkinson's Disease. After a friend challenged him to help find better treatments, Dr. Sackner Bernstein's research led him to question the fundamental assumptions about how Parkinson's works - and propose that conventional treatments may actually be making things worse...

Jim sits down with Scott Simon, author of "Scare Your Soul: 7 Powerful Principles to Harness Fear and Lead Your Most Courageous Life." Scott shares his journey from being bullied as a child to becoming an expert on overcoming fear and living courageously. They discuss how small acts of bravery can lead to transformative life changes, the importance of vulnerability in connecting with others, and p...

Jim sits down with Shelly Palmer, CEO of The Palmer Group and a renowned tech expert, for an engaging conversation about artificial intelligence, mentorship, and navigating rapid technological change. Shelly shares practical advice for business leaders on how to integrate AI tools to significantly boost productivity, all while underscoring the irreplaceable role of human creativity and expertise....

Join us as we sit down with Jason Eichenholz, founder of Jonathan's Landing, to discuss his vision for creating an inclusive community for adults with developmental disabilities. Jason shares his personal journey as a parent of a child on the autism spectrum, and how it inspired him to develop this innovative concept. They explore Jonathan's Landing's mission to provide meaningful employment, hous...

Jim sits down with Gerry Poirier, the founder of AngeLink, to learn how she is reimagining crowdfunding and creating a community to build opportunities for women facing economic pressures.  Together, Jim and Gerry explore the financial challenges many Americans face and how platforms like AngeLink can provide a lifeline during emergencies or help aspiring entrepreneurs get their start. Gerry offer...

In this episode, Jim sits down with Gift of Life International CEO Rob Raylman and President/Founder Robert Donno, as well as honoree Dr. Craig Sable, M.D, Healthcare Partner, Pediatric Cardiologist at National Children's Hospital in Washington, DC.  Hear as they share forward how the organization is continuing to impact more and more children worldwide and help sustain future treatments and after...

In this episode, Jim sits down with Walter Stockton, the driving force behind IGHL Family of Services. This Long Island-based nonprofit provides unwavering support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Walter and Jim share a history that spans all the way back to 1994, when Jim's brother became a part of the IGHL family leading to the launch of Smile Farms. Together, the...

Jim sits down with Colin Balfe, founder of Love What Matters. They discuss how Colin's personal experience with grief led him to build a community focused on uplifting content, which has touched millions of lives by sharing stories of hope, compassion, and human connection. The conversation explores resilience, the power of sharing our stories, and how technology can be leveraged to spread more po...

In this inspiring episode of Power & Impact, Jim McCann sits down with Jordan Toma, who shares his powerful story of overcoming learning disabilities and behavioral challenges with the unwavering support of his #AmazingMom, Debbie. Jordan recounts how his mother's persistence and belief in him, even when he resisted, ultimately led him to attend college and discover his potential. From struggling...

Jim chats with marketing expert BJ Bueno about his unique approach to branding and consumer insights. Drawing from his childhood as a missionary's son in Latin America, BJ blends cultural anthropology with marketing theory to help brands connect authentically with customers. We explore how companies can tap into deeper human needs, create powerful backstories, and use milestones to strengthen bran...

Jim sits down with nutritionist Sophie Anson to discuss the evolving landscape of nutrition, health, and longevity. The conversation explores topics such as the importance of gut health, the essential elements necessary for weight loss, and the building blocks of a healthy diet. Sophie also offers her perspective on recent developments like GLP-1 agonists, Ozempic, and fecal transplants for weight...

In this episode, Jim sits down with Dr. Jessica Kriegel, Chief Scientist of Workplace Culture at Culture Partners. Dr. Kriegel shares insights from her research debunking generational stereotypes in the workplace, as highlighted in her book "Unfairly Labeled". They discuss how Culture Partners helps organizations align purpose, strategy and culture to drive results. Dr. Kriegel also opens up about...

Kindland Founder Stuart Muszynski shares how his program's immersive curriculum and messaging campaign has helped students to have more serious conversations about what it takes to build a better, kinder future. Stuart shares about the effects he has seen Kindland have: higher graduation rates, fewer disciplinary actions, and changes in attitude; as well as how he hopes to expand his mission to ma...

Dr. Jan Yager, a sociologist and author who has written several books on how friendship and relationships enrich our lives, visits the podcast to discuss how friends enrich our lives. This episode explores why having friends is so important to our well-being, how men and women experience friendship differently, what social media can do to help (and hurt) our relationships, and much more.

Jim sits down with  Michael Clinton, author, photographer, and former magazine publishing executive, for a discussion on aging and longevity. Michael shares lessons from his bestselling book "ROAR Into the Second Half of Your Life (Before It's Too Late)," which provides readers with techniques and guidance for finding purpose as they age. Together, Jim and Michael discuss how individuals and socie...

How can businesses make a positive impact in the world? Chris Carneal, Founder of Booster Enterprises, shares how his interest in entrepreneurship led him to create a company that upholds his values of faith, family, and work. In this episode of Celebrations Chatter, Chris and Jim discuss the relationship between principles and career, the power of family and faith, and how Booster Enterprises cre...

Filmmaker and The Skin Deep Founder Topaz Adizes joins Jim to share insights on communication and relationships. The conversation explores Topaz's journey from filmmaking to becoming an experience design architect, and how he uses his platform to help people strengthen their connections through deep conversations. Topaz and Jim also discuss the ways in which digital tools have changed the way we c...

Jim sits down with culinary expert and media personality Caro Chambers to delve into her career as a chef and content creator. Caro reflects on her journey to becoming an influencer and emphasizes the role of community in shaping her path. She also discusses how she balances between her remarkable success and family life, offering insights into how her experience as a military spouse has impacted...

In this episode, Jim sits down with Heather Campbell, the founder of Ready Set Recover, to delve into her inspiring journey from a successful career in media to becoming an entrepreneur and an amazing mom. Heather discusses the motivation behind starting Ready Set Recover and the pivotal role mindset, support, and self-advocacy play in the surgical process. Through her own experiences and observat...

New York Stock Exchange Group President Lynn Martin joins Jim for a discussion on how technological shifts have affected the US and global economy. Lynn shares her pioneering career journey from computer programmer to financial leadership, and how these two fields intersect in her current role. This discussion highlights the evolving landscape of the NYSE and gives insight into how tools like AI a...

Investor, author, and entrepreneur Anthony Scaramucci returns to Power & Impact to share lessons from his career and his new book, "From Wall Street to the White House and Back." Anthony and Jim explore his book's 25 lessons essential to building unbreakable resilience, and how forming strong relationships helps us maintain our strength in the face of adversity. They also discuss perspectives on l...

Discover Italian food and beverage at its finest with Andrew Cotto, author, journalist, and editor-in-chief of Appetito Magazine. Jim sits down with Andrew for an exploration of the flavors of Italy that traces Andrew's transformation from novelist to food magazine entrepreneur, and includes insights on how Italian-American culture has evolved over the years. The conversation highlights the power...

As we close out Mental Health Awareness month, we need to remember the conversations surrounding it are a year-round affair. 1 in 5 Americans will experience a mental illness in a given year, so understanding how to manage and care for your mental health is imperative to living a healthy life.   This episode features a panel of mental health experts: • Dr. Daniel T. Willingham; a professor of psyc...