The Crisis Files

A silent, slow-moving crisis is unfolding for half the United States population. Boys and men are increasingly falling behind their female counterparts in education with women now earning nearly 60% of bachelor's degrees. While advancements in gender equality deserve celebration, the pendulum swing begs the critical question – is society failing our boys and men starting as early as kindergarten?...

Courtney Godfrey knows first-hand the immense effort needed to rewire your life after a traumatic accident. Since her limb loss in 2017, Courtney has navigated the demands of motherhood and reported live from many scenes as a TV news reporter, while simultaneously pursuing her goal of representing the United States on the Paralympic snowboard team. She explains to host Roshini Rajkumar why she's n...

If you think of LinkedIn as just a job board, you're missing out on its true power. In this episode, host Roshini Rajkumar goes deep inside the platform's superpowers with LinkedIn strategist Richard Dodson. He unlocks key tips and tricks to optimize your presence on LinkedIn and maximize the power of their algorithms. Many board recruiters, journalists, and employees looking for a great boss use...

Parenthood is a journey. Raising neurodivergent children makes it one of constantly evolving needs, deeper understanding, and unique challenges. Host Roshini Rajkumar gets personal with Miss Shannan Paul – a comedian and media personality who's also a mom to a son diagnosed with autism at age four. They explore growing awareness around the autism spectrum and how perceptions continue to shift. Mis...

In today's interconnected world, a reliable internet connection is as essential as the air we breathe. With more options than ever, picking the perfect internet plan can be intimidating. How do your mobile phone connections and wi-fi land in the mix? Host Roshini Rajkumar gets a crash course with Vice President of External Affairs at Comcast Midwest Region, Karly Werner, from smart appliances and...

Ensuring your organization stays at the top of its game can be a challenging, never-ending task. By embracing a mindset of continuous improvement and adaptation, you will maintain a competitive edge. Host Roshini Rajkumar gets into the why behind this blueprint from retired four-star General Paul Funk, who shares universal lessons in organizational strategy and leadership from his impactful milita...

When a healthcare CEO was killed in cold blood in New York City, the expected public outcry was overshadowed after the alleged murderer surprisingly became a folk hero. His supporters continue to defend his actions and rally for Luigi Mangione even as he faces state and federal murder charges. But where did the outrage narrative begin? Does media coverage have the power to distort justice? Host Ro...

The complexities and constant changes in employee benefits and employer regulations pose challenges for both employers and employees. Executive orders, ever-changing laws, and the mix of state and federal rules make it difficult to understand what's currently inked and what's on the horizon. Host Roshini Rajkumar reads between all the lines with AssetHR CEO Chris Kelly to shed light on the landsca...

Parenting is a continuous balancing act between children's needs and the pressures of a rapidly changing world, especially with society’s evolving understanding around gender and sexuality. How has parenting evolved from the boomers to Gen X to millennials? Who are Generation Alpha? What’s the difference between sexual identity and gender identity? Host Roshini Rajkumar gets very real with Crisis...

Adoption fog. Past, present, and future in flux. Common themes for adoptees the world over. Specifically in the United States, 5 to 7 million Americans are adoptees. Host Roshini Rajkumar speaks with one of them in this powerful Case File. Dr Syb Brown is a former TV journalist and current professor of journalism at Belmont University. What she found out the night before her 42nd birthday changed...

Navigating epic life changes can be daunting, especially in turbulent times. Many of us are scrambling to make sense of the world, but these moments of chaos can reveal opportunities for self-discovery and growth. Taking a pause from crisis busting, host Roshini Rajkumar invites President of Prouty Project Peter Bailey to help us do some self-exploration. Discover how embracing life’s challenges a...

Is balancing a thriving career, personal health, and motherhood an impossible feat? When you meet Natalie Bushaw, you'll be inspired by her awe-inspiring, gravity-defying story. From the shocking discovery of a high-risk twin pregnancy to managing work calls from the hospital, host Roshini Rajkumar gets personal with Life Time Inc's Vice President of Public Relations and Corporate Communications....

Pervasive economic, social, and political chaos disrupts our focus on the things that should matter most. But are we partly to blame? Like particles accelerating into disorder, this inescapable disorder erodes our well-being and focus. Yet, the laws of physics show us how focused attention can bring order to collapse the quantum wave and deliver progress. A principle that also applies to our perso...

Ring doorbell cameras, Amazon Alexa, smart vehicles and apps simplify modern life. But these digital conveniences also constantly collect your personal information, often selling it to the highest bidder and turning you into a prime target for advertisers or even criminal groups. Host Roshini Rajkumar and IT Audit Labs' Eric Brown dissect the data mining dilemma. They provide practical advice for...

Is the golden age of the classic Hollywood icon behind us? From the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni lawsuits to AI-generated content and unearthed social media controversies, celebrities are navigating a new era of intense exposure, keyboard detectives, and career-altering scandals. Host Roshini Rajkumar dives into it all with Critics’ Choice Association member and the show's entertainment contrib...

While we grappled with our physical health during the pandemic, our social well-being deteriorated drastically, creating a new crisis the United States Surgeon General dubbed The Loneliness Epidemic. The erosion of community and the rise of fewer close connections affect everyone with no easy resolutions in sight. Host Roshini Rajkumar asked screenwriter and longtime TV icon Alix Kendall to explor...

Are you leaving money, miles and perks on the table? We all have credit cards with rewards programs, but are we truly maximizing them? Host Roshini Rajkumar chats with travel journalist and the show's new Travel and Lifestyle Contributor, Todd Walker, to get the scoop. They reveal the insider secrets for maximizing your rewards with credit cards, airlines, and hotels. Learn how to choose the right...

United States coastlines stretch for over 12,000 miles. Yet 91% of U.S. seafood is imported. Even more shocking, only 1% of that imported seafood is ever inspected – and 50% of that seafood is rejected. These startling stats beg the question: Is fish safe to eat? Where is it coming from? How are the tides of overfishing and fish farming shaping the food we eat? Host Roshini Rajkumar and Fish and M...

When disaster strikes, everyone is vulnerable. But for those with disabilities, the dangers are often magnified. The 2025 California Wildfires exposed a glaring deficiency in how we protect and support disabled individuals during and after natural disasters. Did you know 15 percent or 1 billion people worldwide are disabled? How does our response to natural and human-made disasters discriminate as...

As companies navigate the evolving workplace, the future of remote work hangs in the balance. The pandemic forced an unprecedented, rapid shift to remote work and ushered in new efficiencies while disrupting traditional office culture. Host Roshini Rajkumar dives into modern work narratives and promotion practices with Crisis Squad member and inclusion expert Dr. Abdul Omari. What challenges face...

Why would a U.S. veteran radicalize and turn against the United States? What could make an army green beret fill a truck with explosives and complete his own death mission? Millions of American citizens bravely serve in the military and face the harsh realities of war, loss and the constant pressure of safeguarding America. Host Roshini Rajkumar welcomes back Retired Rear Admiral John Meier, forme...

Imagine a childhood where the gnawing emptiness of hunger is a constant companion. Most Americans don’t realize that one in five children faces the struggle of food insecurity – a lack of reliable access to healthy food. What is the human cost when kids lack consistent access to nutritious meals?? What stigmas and barriers prevent kids from taking advantage of free breakfast at school? What are “n...

You’ve read the headlines: “Malls Are Dead.” Not the story at Mall of America. It's stronger than ever. As malls evolve, how does one of the largest retail and entertainment destinations in the world stay ahead of the curve? Chief business development and marketing officer Jill Renslow joins host Roshini Rajkumar to expose how MOA is redefining retail, entertainment, and even life balance. From bl...

Would you believe more hours of training are required to become a nurse, cosmetologist, or plumber than to wear the badge? Police departments across the United States continue to see the aftermath of the “defund the police” movement as they deal with staffing shortages and community distrust. Amidst this increased scrutiny, they remain the thin blue line between order and chaos. Drawing from an il...

The world is in the midst of a profound changing of eras. Those who fail to adapt will be left behind. But how can you prepare for the future? Futurist Cecily Sommers joins host Roshini Rajkumar to teach us about “change literacy.” Cecily analyzes trends in resources, technology, government, and more to forecast developments and provide guidance to organizations that go beyond the trend lines. Man...