The Amazing Authorities Podcast

Play isn't a distraction from success—it's one of the most powerful tools for creating happier people, stronger teams, and more resilient leaders. In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson sits down with Jodi Salmon, leadership expert, speaker, and author of The Element of Play, to explore why play is essential for workplace culture, personal wellbeing, and long-term success. Drawing fr...

Today's education system is leaving too many children behind—and parents are often left wondering how to help. In this episode, Mitch Carson sits down with Rochelle Callard, an educator with more than 25 years of experience as a teacher, principal, and tutoring business owner, to discuss the growing challenges facing students, parents, and schools. Rochelle shares why the current education sys...

Most tradesmen work hard for decades—but never learn how to make their money work for them. In this episode, Mitch Carson sits down with David Kennington to discuss the financial strategies, mindset shifts, and investment principles that helped him move from financial struggle to building long-term wealth. Drawing from personal experience, David shares how self-managed superannuation, real estate...

What happens when you stop trying to fit in and start building a business around who you truly are? In this episode, Mitch Carson sits down with Chris Shurian to explore a remarkable entrepreneurial journey filled with victories, setbacks, reinvention, and personal growth. From building and selling businesses to creating a memorable hot rod and Harley-themed restaurant brand, Chris shares the less...

What does it really take to stand out as an author in today’s crowded and AI-driven marketplace? In this episode, Mitch Carson sits down with Aaron Ryan to discuss the realities of modern publishing, audiobook narration, author branding, and the growing disruption caused by artificial intelligence. With nearly 45 books published across fiction and nonfiction, Aaron shares the strategies that helpe...

What if you could build a high-income business from your laptop—without needing inventory, a franchise, or even a special license? In this episode, Mitch Carson sits down with Jon Chintanaroad to break down the recruiting business model and why it has become one of the most overlooked opportunities for entrepreneurs and professionals looking for freedom and flexibility. Jon explains how recruiters...

What if putting wasn’t about guesswork—but about numbers, precision, and repeatable results? In this episode, Mitch Carson sits down with Bob Labbe to discuss the creation of Putting by the Numbers, a groundbreaking system designed to transform long-distance putting through science, simplicity, and consistency. Drawing from his engineering background, Bob developed a practical method that helped h...

Digital transformation is supposed to help businesses grow—but for many companies, ERP and CRM implementations become expensive nightmares. In this episode, Mitch Carson sits down with Dustin Domerese to uncover why so many technology projects fail, what companies consistently overlook, and how leadership decisions can either save or sabotage an entire organization. Dustin reveals the shocking sta...

What truly drives entrepreneurial success—skills, strategy, or something deeper? In this episode, Mitch Carson sits down with Gorm Tuckson to explore a powerful journey shaped by immigration, resilience, and an unwavering pursuit of opportunity. From arriving in the U.S. as a teenager to building businesses across industries, Gorm shares how his life experiences shaped his mindset and fueled his e...

What separates average communicators from truly persuasive ones? It all comes down to storytelling. In this episode, Mitch Carson sits down with Michael Stockham to explore how powerful storytelling drives success in the courtroom, on stage, and in the world of self-publishing. Drawing from his experience as a trial lawyer and author, Michael reveals how clarity, simplicity, and emotional connecti...

What does it really take to grow from a handful of clients to a thriving, systemized business—without burning out or losing control? In this episode, Mitch Carson sits down with Hadley Nightingale to unpack the real journey behind scaling a boutique property business from just 3 properties to 35, while building a lean, profitable team of 13–14 people. This conversation goes beyond strategy. Hadley...

What if the behaviors parents try to “fix” are actually signals we’re meant to understand? In this powerful conversation, parenting expert Dr. Susan Thomson and coach Barbara Wainwright break down a radically different approach to parenting—one rooted in emotional safety, connection, and unconditional love. From understanding tantrums as unmet needs to the long-term damage of conditional love, thi...

What makes a brand truly work—and why do so many fail before they even realize it? In this episode, branding expert Christian Helms breaks down the real purpose of branding beyond logos and aesthetics. From knowing when to rebrand to building authentic connections in a digital-first world, this conversation dives deep into what separates thriving brands from those quietly fading away. We also expl...

In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson sits down with Marianne Hickman to explore how authentic connection, consistent practice, and a clear message can transform public speaking into both a powerful business tool and a force for positive impact. Marianne shares how her journey began at just three years old speaking in church, later winning regional speaking competitions in school. B...

In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson speaks with Regina Linke about how she built a creative career by blending traditional Chinese philosophy, modern illustration, and strategic digital marketing. Regina shares her unique journey as a Taiwanese-American artist who grew up immersed in both Eastern and Western cultures. After studying traditional Chinese painting in Taiwan, she disc...

In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson speaks with Susan Thomson about a powerful shift in parenting philosophy—from punishment-based discipline to compassionate guidance that strengthens emotional health and family relationships. Drawing from over 20 years of experience in addiction counseling and family support, Dr. Thomson explains that discipline should never be about fear or pun...

In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson sits down with Leigh Brown to discuss reinvention, leadership, and how purpose-driven work can reshape a career. Leigh shares how her transition into disaster relief work in 2024 transformed her outlook and inspired her latest book about overcoming disruption, doubt, and the final push needed to reach breakthrough moments. Moving from a purely r...

In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson interviews Ben Olmos about the journey from hourly labor jobs to academia, corporate leadership, and building a growing media platform focused on entrepreneurship and leadership development. Ben shares how his first book blends personal experience with academic research to help managers, leaders, and entrepreneurs develop stronger leadership ski...

In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson speaks with Abhi Asiha about how building goodwill, transparent marketing, and smart financing strategies can transform land investing into a scalable and sustainable business. Abhi shares a powerful formula he uses to explain business growth: revenue equals goodwill multiplied by the number of offers made to customers. Rather than relying on on...

In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson sits down with Ruth to explore how profound personal loss reshaped her life, her career, and her mission to help others heal. After losing her sister to stage four cancer and her mother shortly after, Ruth found herself navigating grief on every level — emotional, physical, and spiritual. What began as attending grief support groups became a cal...

In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson sits down with Lou Green, CEO of Arbit Group, to explore how humility, reinvention, and unconventional thinking can create both strong returns and long-term investor confidence. Lou shares his remarkable journey from growing up in foster care and serving in the U.S. Navy to leading a real estate organization projected to transact nearly $250 mil...

In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson sits down with Jake Stahl to break down the psychology behind influence, persuasion, and dramatically increasing income through smarter selling. Jake shares how transitioning from pharmaceutical sales to one-to-many selling in the eLearning space transformed his income — including generating $60,000 in a single day from one speaking engagement....

In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson sits down with Stanley Bronstein to unpack what real, permanent transformation looks like, without drugs, surgery, or short-term diets. Stanley shares how he lost more than 220 pounds through lifestyle changes he has maintained for over 17 years. Starting at 367 pounds, he committed to quitting alcohol and soda, adopting a plant-based diet, and...

In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson sits down with Ari Rastegar to unpack what separates resilient investors from those who disappear when markets shift. Ari shares how he strategically acquired 318 acres near Kyle, Texas before massive population growth and major corporate announcements reshaped the region. He explains why true success in investing isn’t defined by boom times, bu...

In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson sits down with Scott Abbott to explore a radically different way of building a coaching business — one that prioritizes independence, community, and long-term sustainability over rigid franchise models. Scott shares how he built a subscription-based coaching membership with 75 coaches around the world through Boss Up, why he intentionally avoide...