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Dr. Saran Heron talks with Samuel K. Bentil, the Senior Director of Construction Disputes & Advisory (Delay & Quantum) at Ankura Consulting Group. He is the author of Avoid Construction Disputes - 10 Principles to Collaborate Effectively to Achieve On-Time and On-Budget Project Objectives. He holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and an MBA from the Bob Gaglardi School of Bus...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Kathy Allan RN, HN-BC, HTCP/I-R, SEP, Gutsy Nurses Founder, Board Certified Holistic Nurse, a retired Healing Touch Certified Practitioner/Instructor and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. She served on the faculty of Beyond Ordinary Nursing and taught Integrative Imagery to nurses. In addition to Healing Touch, her energy medicine studies have included Rosalyn Bruyere...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with William A. Keyes IV, PhD., who was a White House Senior Policy Advisor. In 2001, he established the Institute for Responsible Citizenship, the crowning achievement of his professional life. He has been an advisor and mentor to more than 300 young men, who are now Rhodes Scholars, Fulbright Scholars, doctors, lawyers, professors, and community leaders. Author of  “The Sto...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Trisha Bailey, a Jamaican-born entrepreneur, philanthropist, and public speaker who is the richest Jamaican-born woman. She is an education activist and owns half of an island, as well as commercial and residential properties in the United States and Jamaica. She got her bachelor’s degree from University of Connecticut, where she lit the track as a star athlete and h...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Edward L. Jones III, an award-winning writer in advertising and higher education. Ed served as a community columnist for the Charlotte Observer. Edward is on a journey to share information about a particular medication, share a story about his friend that ultimately led to the unexpected. He is the author of “Medication, Mental Illness, and Murder: What Really Killed the...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Brandon Bishop, a disruptor, visionary, and the founder of TrueEQ, a movement redefining human connection in a world obsessed with status and superficiality. Drawing from a lifetime of navigating toxic relationships, emotional isolation, and institutional power struggles, he built TrueEQ to elevate emotional intelligence as the cornerstone of personal growth, corporate c...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Ofer Levy, who was born to and raised by the artist Benjamin Levy and music composer Hannah Levy in New York City, and graduated from Bronx High School of Science and Yale College.  Dr. Levy entered the Medical Scientist Training Program at New York University School of Medicine and earned his PhD. Dr. Levy serves on the FDA Vaccines and Related Biologic Products Adv...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Linda Gannaway, an expert at helping people stop procrastinating, achieve their goals, and establish new habits. A former procrastinator herself, Linda also spent five years studying procrastination and wrote the most comprehensive book available: “FINALLY Stop Procrastinating.” Dr. Linda learned how to get unstuck, and now as a "recovering procrastinator," she's on...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Monique Gagné, “The Money Mom,” to share her top money tips to better manage your finances in today’s unpredictable economy. Monique advice is a must in a culture that encourages us to buy now and pay later. Learn to understand your spending habits and follow a 30-day plan. Over 20 years as a mortgage agent and financial coach, author, and creator of “The Power of Financ...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Michelle Pelage-Abrahams, RN, an entrepreneur, Certified Registered Infusion Nurse (CRNI) and in midline insertion under ultrasound guidance. She attended Queensborough Community College and currently pursuing Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) at Chamberlain University. With 23 years of RN experience, 21 years in infusion specialty, her career roles included emergency...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Jeannie Bernard, NP, earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Molloy University, she graduated with her Master of Science in Nursing from LIU CW Post. Jeannie is currently pursuing her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at Chamberlain University to further enhance her ability to provide exceptional care. Owner of her own practice “The Peoples NP” in Rockville Center...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Aaron LaPedis, an award-winning author, collector, speaker, and radio host, based in Denver, Colorado. Aaron is considered one of the world’s great collectors and treasure hunters and is often called upon by the FBI because of his expertise in various fields.  Aaron journey as an entrepreneur started when he was 9 flipping coins, stamps, and baseball cards. By 21 he was...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Steven Lesk, a board-certified psychiatrist, past chairman of psychiatry at a large VA hospital in Brooklyn, and assistant professor at the affiliated medical school. He shares the importance of research, understanding mental illness such schizophrenia, and ways to explain better to families. He shares best advice as it pertains to diagnosis, effective treatments and...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Rachel Zimmerman, an award-winning journalist who is a contributor to The Washington Post and previously worked as a staff writer for The Wall Street Journal and a health reporter for WBUR, Boston’s public radio station, where she co-founded a popular blog and podcast. She shares her experience of losing her husband and how she searched for answers. She shares her journe...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Dr. Carole Lieberman, a medical doctor and a board certified psychiatrist who holds a Master’s in Public Health. She is the author of " Lions, Tigers and Terrorists, Oh My: How to Protect Your Child from Terrorism," internationally renowned "Media Psychiatrist" with a star-studded practice in Beverly Hills.  Dr. Lieberman is well known as a psychiatric expert witness who...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Lisa Morgan, a Board-Certified Music Therapist and Certified Life Coach with an impressive lifetime of experience. She believes her real credentials stem from her "PH.D. of Life". As a survivor and expert in Amnesia and Soul-Fracturing, Lisa aims to dispel stigmas attached to mental health. She asserts that symptoms like panic, anxiety, and depression are not indicators...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with David Kessler who is an expert on grief. His experience with thousands of people on the edge of life and death has taught him the secrets to living a fulfilled life, even after life’s tragedies.  He lectures physicians, nurses, counselors, police, first responders and leads talks. He is the founder of the cancer support group The Bogeyman in the Closet.  He shares about...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Tom Loegering, whose career began after serving in the army, where he worked in construction and management. He attended California State University and focused on Business and Finance. Ventured into IRA Management Company overseeing $665 million dollars of assets. He oversaw Loegering Management, earning a certified property manager designation. As CEO of Sun City Count...

Dr. Saran Heron speak with Dr. Paul Zeitz, a preventive medicine physician, epidemiologist, author, and award-winning champion of global justice and human rights. He provides seven concrete steps that will improve life, and the lives of those around you by learning how to go beyond personal paralysis and spark peaceful revolutions and put love into action. Dr. Zeitz has worked for decades in the g...

Dr. Saran Heron speaks with Dr. Asher Beckitt, a public speaker, host of the "Self-Healing After Sexual Trauma" podcast, and author of the upcoming book "Healing Stories: 8 Steps to Reclaim Your Essential Self from Sexual Trauma." Dr. Asher has a Self-Heal model that she will share that is grounded in the real-life healing journeys of sexual abuse survivors across various aspects of life, includin...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Francesca Burack, CEO and President of Fearless Talent Development Inc.  An award winning, seasoned professional with an unwavering commitment to fostering excellence, Francesca brings over three decades of experience in executive leadership, talent development, and organizational transformation.  Her leadership style has earned her accolades in the industry, but for Fra...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Mr. Gerald Leonard is a PMP, PfMP, and C-IQ Coach who delivers real-world strategies that he’s used with clients in industries as diverse as fintech companies, technology companies, multinational corporations, and Federal and state governments. His consulting firm, Principles of Execution LLC dba Turnberry Premiere, is a Certified MBE, as well as a Strategic Project Port...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Martha Burich M.Ed., author of the book “Yes You Can Raise Happy Responsible Children." This book is endorsed by Jack Canfield who is the co-author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul Series. Martha was a college child psychology professor for ten years and a high school science teacher for sixteen years. Martha was the show host of Healthy Moments at Bluewaterhealthyliving...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Mustafa Ammar, the founder and CEO of The Passion MBA, a global coaching company. He has coached hundreds of professionals around the world to find their dream careers and build their dream businesses, by applying his coaching methodology “The Passion Blueprint. Mustafa is the author of “Time to Move On” (Foreword by New York Times Bestselling Author Jack Canfield). Must...

Dr. Saran Heron talks with Francisca Epale, DTM, TESOL, MA, who started her career in education with a focus on teaching ESL and French at all levels of the academic ladder in the USA, Canada and China. Graduated with a DTM - the highest award bestowed on a Toastmasters and only less than 1% of people obtain this coveted award! She has received the 2023 Woman on Fire Honoree award and the 2023 Glo...