The Amazing Authorities Podcast

In this episode of Amazing Authorities , host Mitch Carson sits down with Melissa Robinson Wein Miller , author of The Empathic Leader and host of The Empathic Leader Podcast . Melissa shares how empathy — often dismissed as a “soft skill” — is actually a powerful business driver , boosting profit, productivity, and innovation when practiced intentionally by leaders. Melissa reveals how personal t...

In this eye-opening episode of Amazing Authorities , host Mitch Carson interviews Tommy Kilpatrick , consumer advocate, author of Forgive and Forget: How to Nuke Your Credit Card Debt , and founder of a debt dispute strategy that’s helped thousands clear their credit reports without paying a dime to banks. Tommy reveals how most credit card “debts” are legally unenforceable because no valid promis...

In this dynamic episode, host Mitch Carson interviews Paul Paul — creative business coach, author, and founder of Johannah Business — whose innovative role-playing coaching method transforms how entrepreneurs understand, grow, and lead their businesses. Paul reveals how bringing storytelling and character creation into business coaching helps clients uncover their true specialties, improve teamwor...

In this enlightening episode of Amazing Authorities , host Mitch Carson welcomes Dr. Hank , PhD in Mental Science, author of 24 books, and transformational healing coach who has helped thousands shift from illness and stress into health, joy, and purposeful living. Dr. Hank shares the groundbreaking principle behind his work: your thoughts create your health . Drawing from quantum physics, molecul...

In this episode of Amazing Authorities , host Mitch Carson speaks with Dr. Whitney Wright , orthodontist turned mental health advocate, entrepreneur, co-founder of a multi-state dental support organization, and author of the Amazon #1 bestseller Men Under Pressure . Whitney shares his journey from rapid business success to a life-altering health crisis that forced him to confront anxiety, trauma,...

In this episode, Mitch Carson sits down with author, editor, and publishing strategist Terry Whalin to uncover what it really takes to succeed as an author in today’s marketplace. Terry breaks down the biggest myths in publishing, why authors must take ownership of their own marketing, and how consistent daily action builds lasting visibility over time. He shares the “Rule of Five,” a powerful dai...

In this thoughtful and deeply inspiring episode of Amazing Authorities , Mitch Carson speaks with Serena Low , founder of the Quiet Warrior movement — a global platform dedicated to empowering introverts to lead, speak, and influence in ways that are natural, calm, and deeply authentic. After 11 years practicing law in Singapore, Serena made the bold decision to completely reinvent her life — migr...

In this high-value episode of Amazing Authorities , Mitch Carson sits down with Anika Jackson — podcaster, educator, brand strategist, and host of Your Brand Amplified — to break down what it really takes to build a podcast that earns attention, builds credibility, and generates meaningful revenue. Anika didn’t go viral. She didn’t rely on social media hype. She built her show through consistency,...

In this inspiring episode of Amazing Authorities , Mitch Carson sits down with Trevor G. Blake — serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and founder of multiple companies collectively valued at over $850 million . Trevor shares the unconventional mindset and strategic frameworks that enabled him to repeatedly build, scale, and exit businesses without burnout, overwhelm, or unnecessary complexity....

In this eye-opening episode of Amazing Authorities , Mitch Carson sits down with Philippa Gamse — internet strategist, analytics expert, and author of Website Wealth — to reveal the surprising truth about website performance: most businesses are leaving money on the table, simply because they aren’t looking at the data that matters. With over 25 years of digital strategy experience, Philippa has h...

In this episode of Amazing Authorities , host Mitch Carson sits down with Rachel Allen , strategic copywriter and founder of Bolt From The Blue Copywriting, who has spent over 17 years helping brands sharpen their message, own their voice, and communicate with clarity that converts. Rachel breaks down the real power of strategic copywriting — not just writing words, but crafting messaging that dri...

In this inspiring episode of Amazing Authorities , host Mitch Carson sits down with CEO Irin Sirivattakrittanon , a Thai entrepreneur, educator, and personal branding leader who scaled her TikTok audience from 10,000 to 200,000 followers in less than a year — without chasing trends, gimmicks, or dance content. Her formula? Educational storytelling + daily consistency + authentic feminine energy. A...

In this thought-provoking episode of Amazing Authorities , host Mitch Carson speaks with Thomas Freiling — publisher, author coach, and media strategist with over 30 years in the book industry. Thomas has helped CEOs, military leaders, recovery advocates, pastors, doctors, and entrepreneurs turn their experiences into influential books that build credibility, open doors, and leave a lasting legacy...

In this inspiring episode of Amazing Authorities , host Mitch Carson sits down with Michael Black — founder of Success Tutoring , bestselling author of Millionaire Tutor , and a leader reshaping how tutoring franchises grow and thrive globally. From a single tutoring center in Australia to over 100 franchise locations across Australia and New Zealand , Michael’s journey is a masterclass in vision,...

In this insightful episode of Amazing Authorities , Mitch Carson sits down with Marty Strong , a former U.S. Navy SEAL turned author, CEO, and leadership strategist , whose 20-year military career forged the foundation for his success in business and innovation. Marty shares how the lessons learned under pressure — discipline, adaptability, and resilience — evolved into a powerful leadership philo...

In this high-impact episode of Amazing Authorities , host Mitch Carson talks with Jason Sherman , founder of an AI SaaS platform that’s redefining how businesses convert online traffic. With just one line of code , Jason’s AI agent can transform an average website’s conversion rate from 2–5% to an astonishing 77% , automatically qualifying and capturing leads in real time. Unlike bloated CRMs that...

In this inspiring episode of Amazing Authorities , host Mitch Carson sits down with Shanti Hershenson — a 17-year-old literary prodigy who has already sold over 50,000 books , all while balancing high school and a thriving creative career. Best known for her viral success on BookTok , Shanti transformed TikTok trends into a powerful marketing machine, proving that Gen Z authors can not only compet...

In this insightful episode of Amazing Authorities , host Mitch Carson welcomes Ben Cena — publishing strategist and founder of High Value Author — to reveal how business leaders can transform their expertise into bestselling books that build authority, attract clients, and expand influence. With years of experience helping executives and entrepreneurs craft strategic, market-driven books, Ben Cena...

In this empowering episode of Amazing Authorities , host Mitch Carson welcomes Dr. Shanea Clancy — bestselling author, executive coach, and addiction recovery thought leader — to discuss how she built a powerful brand around mental health, leadership, and entrepreneurship. With eight books published in just ten months , Dr. Clancy has become a voice of authority in healthcare and addiction recover...

In this eye-opening episode of Amazing Authorities , host Mitch Carson sits down with Kevin McShane , disability inclusion advocate, speaker, and host of Let’s Have This Conversation , to unpack the real business impact of hiring people with disabilities — and why inclusion isn’t just good ethics, it’s smart economics. Kevin shares powerful data and lived experience proving that companies who hire...

In this laugh-out-loud yet deeply insightful episode, host Mitch Carson chats with Phil Barth — international keynote speaker, author, and master of “chicken-powered” motivation — about how he turned corporate burnout into a thriving speaking career that helps audiences tackle fear, stress, and self-doubt. After two decades in corporate IT, Phil decided it was time to rewrite his story. What start...

In this eye-opening episode, host Mitch Carson sits down with Dr. Lola Adeyemo — organizational leader, author of Thriving in Intersectionality , and founder of Immigrants in Corporate — to explore what it really means to belong in the modern workplace. Born and raised in Nigeria, Dr. Adeyemo came to the U.S. and spent over 16 years navigating the complexities of identity, race, and inclusion in c...

In this powerful and deeply moving episode, host Mitch Carson sits down with Sarah Im , author of How I Survived the Killing Fields , to share her harrowing story of survival under Cambodia’s communist regime — and the profound healing that followed. At just 21 years old, Sarah endured forced labor in rice fields for sixteen hours a day, seven days a week, surviving on little more than rice and wa...

In this fascinating and deeply reflective episode of Amazing Authorities , host Mitch Carson explores the intersection of ancient philosophy and modern leadership with Vidya , a yoga therapist and emotional intelligence mentor for founders and high-performers. What if the key to scaling your business isn’t another strategy — but mastering your inner world? Vidya introduces us to the art and scienc...

In this episode of Amazing Authorities , host Mitch Carson speaks with Ally Machate , Founder & CEO of The Writer’s Ally, publishing strategist, book development expert, and former acquisitions editor for John Wiley & Sons. With more than 20 years of industry experience, Ally helps authors and business leaders create books that strengthen credibility, attract opportunities, and support lon...