The Chief Psycho Podcast

What does it take to be a true thought leader in the dental industry? This week on The Chief Psycho Podcast , we sit down with Melissa K. Turner —a visionary executive, consultant, speaker, and industry disruptor who has reshaped the landscape of dentistry through innovation, advocacy, and influence. As the industry's first Chief Hygiene Officer and a driving force behind brands from startups...

The landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is evolving rapidly, leaving many leaders questioning how to navigate these shifts while maintaining inclusive and high-performing workplaces. As policies and administrative frameworks change, businesses must stay agile to ensure they are fostering cultures that are both compliant and genuinely impactful. In this episode of The Chief Psycho P...

In this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast , we sit down with Jon Nierman , President of Nierman Practice Management , to dive into the powerful intersection of legacy, family, and innovation. Jon has been a driving force in the dental industry, particularly in the realms of dental sleep medicine and TMD , revolutionizing medical billing processes with cutting-edge software solutions. As a leader...

What if confidence wasn’t something you were born with—but something you could build? This week on The Chief Psycho Podcast , we’re joined by Fred Joyal , entrepreneur, speaker, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Superbold: From Under-Confident to Charismatic in 90 Days. Fred is best known for co-founding 1-800-DENTIST , the most successful dental referral service in the country, and fo...

What truly drives you? In this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast , we’re joined by Naiara Wireman , a dynamic entrepreneur and strategist with a passion for helping businesses and individuals uncover their "why." With experience across dentistry, hospitality, and med spas , Naiara has mastered the art of blending data-driven strategy with the power of human connection to build impactfu...

In this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast , I sit down with my dear friend and powerhouse leader, Sheena Hinson, RDH , to explore what it truly means to increase your capacity —professionally, personally, and beyond. Sheena is more than a seasoned dental hygienist; she’s a mentor, speaker, and growth advocate who challenges professionals to break past their traditional limits . With a passion fo...

What if the key to better performance, stronger relationships, and more energy was as simple as optimizing your sleep? In this episode, Dr. Dar Radfar shares his personal journey from a life-changing car accident to pioneering The RAD Method —a holistic approach to improving sleep, reducing stress, and living a more connected life. Dr. Radfar, a leading expert in dentistry, sleep science, and over...

What does it mean to truly align your actions with your purpose? 💡 This Valentine’s Day, we’re bringing you a conversation all about alignment—not just in love, but in the way we show up in our careers, businesses, and daily lives. Dr. Camden Brown, an orthodontist turned coach and writer, joins us to explore how embodiment practices, nervous system regulation, and mindset work can help us break...

This week on The Chief Psycho Podcast , we’re joined by none other than Dr. Alan Stern , a dentist, coach, and speaker who has dedicated his career to helping fellow dental professionals rediscover their passion, harness the power of words, and build thriving teams. 🔥 Feeling burned out? Struggling to keep your team engaged? Wondering how to fall back in love with your work? This episode is for y...

We’re back! Season 3 of The Chief Psycho Podcast kicks off with none other than Michael Bonanno , diving into the power of Positive Pivots —how to navigate change, embrace uncertainty, and turn challenges into growth opportunities. Meet Michael Bonanno! Michael is a seasoned dental executive, entrepreneur, and business strategist with years of experience leading teams and scaling businesses. He ha...

We’re closing out an incredible season of the podcast with a can’t-miss episode: “Alchemy in Action” featuring the one and only @gregessenmacher ! 🎙️ Greg Essenmacher is a leading expert in Fixed Full Arch dentistry, helping transform implant practices into Full Arch powerhouses.  As the founder of GnA Consult, Greg has been focused for over a decade on the Fixed Full Arch market, using tailored s...

Introducing... Katherine Eitel Belt, CSP, Dentistry’s Unscripted Communications Coach!  🥳 Founder and CEO of LionSpeak, Katherine is an international speaker, author, and performance coach, best known for helping professionals develop courageous, unscripted conversations with patients, clients, co-workers, and audiences.  Whether communicating from a treatment room, consult room, boardroom, or st...

Meet this week's guest star... Sean Hamel! 🥳 Sean Hamel is a seasoned dental marketing professional and Founder & CEO at Art of Dental Marketing. Art of Dental Marketing (ADM) is dentistry's premier story-based marketing agency. Sean and his team specialize in crafting captivating narratives that help dental practices attract, engage, and retain patients.  His team of skilled storyt...

Meet this week's guest star... Dr. Martin Mendelson! 🥳 Dr. Martin Mendelson is a former member of the Resident Faculty with Spear Education, and the Founder of Metamorphosis Coaching…..a speaking and consulting firm.  After becoming medically disabled from clinical practice, Dr. Mendelson has had many ups and downs in his life. Today, he is a highly sought-after and currently works with priv...

Meet this week’s guest, Laura Maly! 🎙️ Behind the start-up culture, ping-pong table and beer fridge, you’ll find culture-maker and entrepreneur Laura Maly, the Co-Founder of Wonderist Agency. For the last 11 years, she’s been helping dentists generate new patients through marketing and growing Wonderist  into one of the largest privately-owned dental marketing agencies with her husband and busines...

Meet this weeks guest... 🥁 ...Laura Nelson!! 🥳 Laura is an esteemed entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of Front Office Rocks, an innovative online training platform that has elevated dental front office staff training to new heights. Her dedication to empowering dental teams has made her a transformative leader in the industry, ensuring practices deliver exceptional patient care and efficient ma...

Meet this weeks guest... 🥁 ...Brittany Rogars, CEO and Founder of SKF Practice Solutions! 🎙️ Brittany’s mission is to empower dental practices to not only survive but thrive, and she’s bringing her wealth of knowledge and passion to the show. As a keynote speaker, author of Dental Revenue Cycle Blueprint, DSN/FOA coach, and host of the The Dental Decoders podcast, Brittany’s leadership is transfo...

🕺🏼 Meet this week’s returning guest… …Kara Kelley! 🎤 Kara is back with us to share more of her expertise in HR for dental practices. As the founder and CEO of @clinicalhrllc , she works with Dental Practice Leaders to create strategic HR systems that strengthen teams and drive practice success. From leadership development to building compliant HR structures, Kara has a wealth of knowledge to of...

Introducing… 🥁 …Kyle L. Summerford! 🥳 With more than 22 years of experience in dental, Kyle has a unique approach to case presentation and patient acceptance. As an OM and financial dental consultant, he leverages his knowledge to assist new and struggling dental practices. Through his education programs, Kyle empowers staff members with effective patient education skills and persuasion techniqu...

Introducing… 🥁 …The Stewart’s! 🥳 It’s an extra special episode this week as I sit down with my dear friends and family, Katrina and Dale! This dynamic duo is changing the game in both the dental and business worlds — get a glimpse of their day-to-day below: 👩🏻‍🦰 Katrina Sanders-Stewart: A clinical dental hygienist, author, and international speaker, Katrina is passionate about elevating the d...

Introducing… 🥁 …Brenda McNulty! 🥳 Brenda McNulty has 30+ years of dental experience starting as a dental assistant and working through multiple positions in the dental space.  She is the owner of DSO Facts, a fractional training officer company based out of Colorado that focuses on training, implementation, processes, and accountability. Brenda’s expertise is to build relationships with your pat...

In this exciting kickoff to Season 2, join our host JB, aka Chief Psycho, as he shares what he’s been up to since the last season. This episode is packed with insights and updates that you won’t want to miss! What Have I Been Up To Since Season 1: Speaking: Dive into the highlights of JB’s speaking engagements, including some of the most impactful events and memorable moments. Traveling: Discover...

Are you taking HR advice from Facebook groups? Could your team benefit from added HR compliance to better support your organization and team? Meet this week's guest star, Kara Kelley! 🎤 Kara works with Dental Practice Leaders to develop strategic HR systems that engage their team and strengthen their practice. She is the founder and CEO of Clinical HR LLC, a Human Resources advisory firm for...

How are you staying up to date with the latest trends in technology? Are you afraid with the advancements of AI and technology that, your job could be replaced? Meet this week's guest star, Aimann Rasheed! 🤖 Aimann Rasheed is a Senior Manager within EisnerAmper Digital. With 15 years of experience in digital transformation consulting, Aimann specializes in a wide range of cutting-edge techno...

When was the last time you audited your systems or procedures in your business? Do you need assistance in creating a more efficient approach to facilitating projects or tasks? Meet this week’s guest star, Glenda Acevedo! 🙌🏼 Documentologist Glenda Acevedo guides professionals in transforming company culture through her speaking and consulting programs. She is a regular presence on podcasts and co...