The Dr. Random podcast

Demetrius Bing (Art of Bing) In this vibrant and heartfelt episode of the Dr. Random Podcast, host Dr. Sarah sits down with Charleston native and rising contemporary abstract artist Demetrius Bing (known as Art of Bing ). The conversation flows naturally through art, resilience, community, faith, and the raw realities of building a creative life. Dr. Sarah is an artist herself; they both paint abs...

In this inspiring episode of The Dr. Random Podcast , Dr. Sarah sits down with entrepreneur, inventor, educator, and former Pepperdine professor Dr. Zarik Boghossian to explore a remarkable journey spanning immigration, innovation, leadership, and purpose. From helping develop mission-critical flight software for the International Space Station to founding technology ventures in AI, healthcare, an...

In this episode of the Dr. Random Podcast, host Dr. Sarah interviews Dr. Lee Baucom, a marriage coach and author of the Save the Marriage system, about how to build and restore strong marriages. Dr. Baucom explains the common “pause” that quietly creeps into relationships after the wedding—when couples shift focus to careers, kids, and life demands, slowly replacing habits of connection with habit...

Dr. Sarah Lavaroni interviews Marine Corps combat veteran Keith Cole on the Dr. Random podcast to discuss his faith-based approach to recovery from trauma and burnout. Keith served as a machine gunner in Vietnam, was wounded three times in combat, and later struggled with the compounded trauma of losing both parents and serving in notification duties for fallen Marines. After years of self-relianc...

In this episode of The Dr. Random Podcast , host Dr. Sarah interviews 23-year-old chemical engineer Alex Nuntapreda . Alex shares how his lifelong curiosity led him from tinkering as a kid to earning a master’s in chemical engineering and now applying an engineering mindset to optimize his life. He discusses his work in R&D, his content creation on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube (originally fo...

This episode of the Dr. Random Podcast features host Dr. Sarah Laverone in a candid, heartfelt return conversation with Dr. Karin Luise, a PhD-trained therapist and spiritual guide. The ~86-minute discussion explores modern dating, singleness, relationships, and masculine/feminine dynamics. Both women share vulnerably: Dr. Sarah on being single in her 40s (post-doctorate, no children, desiring aut...

In this powerful episode of the Dr. Random Podcast, Dr. Sarah sits down with Dr. Kathy Platoni, a retired U.S. Army colonel and clinical psychologist with over four decades of experience specializing in combat stress, PTSD, and trauma among military personnel and first responders. Drawing from her extensive career in both military and civilian practice, Dr. Platoni shares firsthand insights into t...

In this emotional and deeply meaningful episode of the Dr. Random Podcast, Dr. Sarah speaks with Aaron Silverman, co-founder and executive director of the Ari Foss Foundation. Aaron shares the heartbreaking story of losing his son, Ari, during birth in 2014 and how that experience inspired him and his wife to create a nonprofit dedicated to helping families facing stillbirth and neonatal loss. The...

In this episode of the Dr. Random Podcast , Dr. Sarah sits down with attorney and law firm performance expert Nermin Jasani to discuss the role of legal operations consulting . Dr. Sarah also provides Legal Operations Consulting herself. They explore how improving processes, hiring practices, technology adoption, and workplace culture can boost efficiency, profitability, and team well-being in law...

In this episode of the Dr. Random Podcast , Dr. Sarah sits down with artist and Web3 consultant Fer Caggiano, author of NFTs 101 , to explore the evolving world of NFTs and digital art. They discuss how blockchain technology impacts artistic ownership, royalties, copyright, and the preservation of both contemporary and ancient works. Fer shares her journey from traditional exhibitions to the NFT s...

In this episode of the Dr. Random Podcast , Dr. Sarah reviews Franklin & Washington: The Founding Partnership by Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Edward J. Larson. She explores the powerful friendship and leadership of George Washington and Benjamin Franklin, highlighting how their resilience, shared values, and vision helped shape the foundation of the United States. Blending historical insig...

Travel as Transformation Dr. Sarah welcomes travel advisor and longtime friend Marissa Alejandra for an inspiring conversation on how travel can transform the way we see ourselves and the world. From solo international adventures to thoughtfully planned multi-city trips, Marissa shares expert insights on traveling with intention, confidence, and ease. Together, they explore the power of solo trave...

In this episode of the  Dr. Random  podcast, Dr. Sarah sits down with Derick Zwerneman, founder and director of Serve Source, for an in-depth conversation about disaster response, faith-driven leadership and the power of relational networks. Derick shares his journey from a 28-year career as an Austin firefighter to becoming an outreach pastor and ultimately launching Serve Source after a neighbor...

In this cosmic-themed episode, Dr. Sarah sits down with transformational speaker and spiritual intuitive Christopher Marsala for a deep and expansive conversation about astrology, the cosmos, and the connection between celestial patterns and the human experience. Christopher shares historical insights—from the Magi and the Star of Bethlehem to the Founding Fathers’ fascination with astrology—while...

In this episode of the  Dr. Random  podcast, Dr. Sarah sits down with professional dog trainer Susan Marett of Purely Positive Dog Training to explore the fascinating world of canine behavior. Susan shares insights on misunderstood dog signals, common anxiety cues and what owners often overlook in everyday interactions. She also discusses dog park dynamics, separation anxiety breakthroughs and her...

In this episode of the  Dr. Random podcast, Dr. Sarah sits down at Monarch Esthetics in Charleston with founder and co-owner Amber Lang. They delve into all aspects of skin health—from the vision behind Monarch’s cozy, high-touch approach to medical aesthetics to the treatments and products that truly make a difference. Amber shares insights on BBL, Moxie, Hydrafacials, regenerative therapies and...

In this solo episode of the Dr. Random  podcast, Dr. Sarah breaks down the concept of digital artifacts and explains the focus of her Pepperdine University dissertation on digitizing paintings of Jesus Christ. She discusses why digital preservation matters in cases of theft, war, environmental damage and cultural loss, and describes how her study combined iconography, Christian history, theology,...

Dr. Sarah hosts leadership expert Kristina Shea, who joins from Europe to discuss her groundbreaking research on positively energizing leadership and cross-cultural well-being. Kristina shares insights from her transition from a high-stress prison system leadership role to conducting PhD research in Italy and Ireland, exploring how well-being interventions vary across cultures. What positively ene...

In this deeply personal episode of the  Dr. Random podcast, Dr. Sarah opens up about the loss of her father and reflects on how his life—and sudden passing—shaped who she is today. Building on her earlier conversation with The Fatherless Daughter Project author Dr. Karin Luise, Sarah shares stories from her childhood, her father’s remarkable Navy and tech career and the lasting lessons he left beh...

In this episode of the  Dr. Random  podcast, Dr. Sarah chats with Bonnie Cook , a seasoned Charleston realtor with nearly two decades of experience, now with Carolina One Real Estate. Together, they explore the ever-evolving Charleston housing market, from rising home prices and neighborhood trends to practical tips for first-time buyers and sellers. Bonnie shares expert insights on navigating a s...

In the first episode of the  Dr. Random podcast, Dr. Sarah sits down with Dr. Karin Luise , PhD—author of The Fatherless Daughter Project , spiritual coach and founder of The A.L.I.V.E. Collective—to explore the lasting impact of father loss and the path to healing. Dr. Karin shares her personal journey of healing, the research behind her bestselling book (based on stories from over 5,000 women wo...