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Renée Jones spent 40 years on the Diet Yo-Yo learning every diet – and every cheat -- before overcoming emotional/stress eating to reach and maintain her goal since 2012.

She has a Master’s degree in Counseling, a Clinical Residency, and training in contemporary models of care. She has a book: What’s Really Eating You: Overcome the Triggers of Comfort Eating and a TEDx talk.

Link: https://www.reneejonesinternational.com

Ben Leman is a businessman, rancher, and fourth-generation Texan whose appetite for adventure has carried him from the remote wilderness of Alaska to elk hunts in the mountain West and travels across the globe. A licensed pilot and lifelong explorer, Ben is of proud Scottish descent and has spent years studying the fierce clashes between Highland clans—research that inspired the heart of his debut novel, Between the Tines. His pursuit of authenticity has taken him to many of the very locations in Scotland featured in the book.

Guided by a deep love of country and community, Ben also served the public as both a County Judge and a State Representative in Texas—an experience that honed the political insight and sense of duty interwoven throughout his upcoming trilogy.

Ben’s entrepreneurial journey began in 1997 when he co-founded an oil and gas equipment manufacturing company out of his mother’s garage. As CEO, he led the business through remarkable growth before transitioning to a decade of public service. Later, he returned to the private sector to launch another successful manufacturing venture.

Today, Ben and his wife live on their family ranch in Central Texas, where they’re raising four children and a herd of dreams.

Follow him on LinkedIn, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and Facebook to stay connected.

Website: https://www.benlemanauthor.com

Patrick Sangimino was an award-winning journalist for more than four decades at newspapers in California and throughout the Midwest before retiring in 2024. He covered the National Football League for eight seasons and eventually moved back and forth between news and sports departments as a columnist and editor.

Born in San Francisco, raised miles away in Pacifica, a blue-collar ocean town of 39,000, and educated at San Jose State University, Sangimino worked his way through college by free-lancing high school sporting events for the San Mateo Times. He got his first job as a sports editor of a one-man sports department at the Pacifica Tribune, his hometown weekly paper.

Five years later, he was covering the NFL for the Olathe Daily News, a suburb of Kansas City, on the Kansas side of the state line. He did that job for eight seasons before moving onto KMBC, Kansas City’s ABC affiliate and the top-rated station in the city. He served as the senior editor of the web site and had a national column that ran in all 64 of the Hearst-Argyle properties nationwide.

Sangimino moved to Wichita, Kansas in 2006 when his wife was offered a once-in-a-lifetime position at a Fortune 500 corporation. He became the managing editor of the Wichita Business Journal, a job he held for three years before going back to sports writing as the sports editor and columnist at the Hutchinson News, the third largest paper in the state at that time.

His wife’s job was transferred again in 2014 — this time to Omaha, Nebraska. He wrote for the Omaha World Herald before landing a job at the Lincoln Journal Star in 2018. He held that job until retiring in 2024 to return to California — Sunnyvale in the heart of the Silicon Valley — to help his siblings take away the car keys from his now 87-year-old mother.

One etched-in-stone commitment to his mother is lunch each Friday in the park before he and Kathy play Bingo at the Cupertino Community Center. His daughter Kaylin is an attorney in San Diego and lives with her husband Mitch.

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Darlene Lekowski is an author, speaker, advocate, but most importantly, a survivor.

Forced to hide the secret of her childhood trauma for more than fifty years, Darlene is now speaking out. Her message is one of resiliency and healing, and her intention is to use her voice to help others find theirs.

As a child, Darlene was sexually assaulted by her two eldest brothers.

The youngest of five children, Darlene grew up in a Midwestern town amongst the country club crowd where appearances mattered, especially to her mother. Convinced that her parents would cover it up, and terrified by her brothers’ threats, young Darlene told no one about the assaults, burying the secret in a box inside her mind, determined to keep her family and the good parts of her life intact.

But boxes leak.

Despite an extremely successful career, the weight and shame of this secret impacted every relationship in her life. After finally confiding in a close friend during college, Darlene began to seek help to deal with the ramifications of the trauma she had been through. She firmly believes this investment in her psychological healing helped save her life. 

In 2021, after the death of her mother, the secret exploded.

One of the brothers involved sued Darlene for defamation. Having her personal life and the details of her abuse so publicly put on display was devastating, but Darlene, knowing her truth, counter-sued. And won! 

Her story is featured in an upcoming memoir, scheduled for release in April 2026. 

The secret is now hers to own, and own it she has, channeling her energy into volunteering with organizations that provide education, support, and advocacy for victims of sibling sexual assault. 

It is with this work that she is reaching back to protect the little girl that no one came to save.

It is time to show her that heroes do exist.

Website: https://darlene-lekowski.com

Music as Medicine and The Healing Power of Sound

Jeralyn Glass is one of the foremost leaders in the world of holistic healing through music as medicine, an internationally acclaimed opera singer, and author of “Sacred Vibrations: The Transformative Power of Crystalline Sound and Music.”

In her book, “Sacred Vibrations” (Hay House), Jeralyn shows that music isn’t just an art form - it is the universal language soothing our souls, healing our wounds, and lifting our spirits. 

“More than mere melodies, music is a potent medicine transcending barriers, offering solace, inspiration, and profound healing, connecting us as one. Each of our bodies is a vibrating instrument, with its own unique signature that is ours to discover, to develop, to free, and to express as fully as possible in this gift we have called Life.” – Jeralyn Glass

Sound meditation is a powerful tool for achieving deep relaxation, reducing stress, and promoting spiritual well-being.

By harnessing the healing power of sound, individuals can experience a range of benefits, including reduced muscle pain, improved mood, and an increased sense of calm. One popular form of sound meditation is the sound bath.

This immersive experience allows the body and mind to enter a state of deep relaxation, which has been shown to lower blood pressure, increase blood circulation, and promote overall physical and emotional well-being.

Jeralyn can speak to:

• Benefits of sound meditations
• Emotional release and nervous system regulation
• The science behind crystalline sound and singing bowls
• Frequencies, vibrations, and alchemy
• How to use your body as an instrument
• Humming and finding your inner harmony
• Her personal journey through losing her son and writing her book

Jeralyn has recently been featured in top-tier media, including The Kelly Clarkson Show, Dr. Drew Podcast, KTLA’s LA Unscripted, Maria Shriver’s Sunday Paper, Miss Understood with Rachel Uchitel, and more. 

Mitch Webb is a health coach and nervous system expert who helps clients heal from the inside out. He works one-on-one with people dealing with gut issues, anxiety, autoimmune symptoms, fatigue, burnout, and other chronic conditions that haven’t resolved through conventional approaches.

Mitch blends functional health principles with deep nervous system work to get to the root cause—so healing isn’t just a quick fix, it’s sustainable. His approach is trauma-informed, body-based, and tailored to the individual. If you’re ready to feel like yourself again, Mitch helps you get there.

Free Nervous System Quiz 

https://mitch-webb.involve.me/nervous-system-state-quiz

FREE 30 min Session w Mitch 

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Mitch Webb

(336) 213-2612

@KMitchWebb

www.mitchwebb.com

Who is Hal Eisner

On the Front Lines of Defining Moments

Over the course of his career, Hal Eisner has reported from the center of events that shaped Los Angeles and the nation. From natural disasters like the Northridge earthquake to moments of civil unrest and historic criminal trials, he has been present when clarity and calm were most needed.

A Life Spent Reporting the World as It Unfolded

Hal’s journey in journalism spans nearly six decades, beginning in radio before evolving alongside the modern television news industry. Throughout these changes, his commitment to accuracy, storytelling, and public trust never wavered.

Recognized for Excellence in Broadcast Journalism

His reporting has earned multiple Emmy Awards, Golden Mike Awards, and recognition from press organizations throughout California and beyond.

Shaping the Next Generation of Journalists

Beyond the newsroom, Hal has devoted significant energy to mentoring young journalists. As the founder of Camp News, he created a hands-on environment where aspiring reporters learn directly from working professionals.

Website: https://haleisner.com

Meet Peter Sacco

Peter is the author of 30 plus books—fiction and non-fiction and published on 4 continents. He is a resident expert and regular of Top 50 USA radio and TV markets including Fox, CBS, ABC, ESPN, Coast to Coast, iHeart and over 100 other major radio and TV networks. Peter is an award-winning director, writer, cinematographer & executive producer on 7 Continents. He is also the author of more than 800 articles (self-help and fiction) appearing in major news media worldwide.

Peter is a regular guest at Canadian and American Comic Cons, and has also appeared in films/TV shows. He is the former host of the hit radio series Matters of the Mind, and currently hosts Historical Niagara, the award-winning new TV series.

Peter has been featured on ABC, CBS, FOX, COAST TO COAST and IHEART. Has been on major radio shows in 32 US states, 4 Canadian provinces, and radio shows in Europe, China, South America and Australia.

Peter is also columnist/author of over 800 articles in Canadian and USA media/magazines. He has also written several book reviews for Prentice-Hall Publishing Canada.

Peter is an award-winning executive producer, he has hosted many documentaries on relationships, psychological issues and children’s issues. He is a regularly featured guest on television and radio, and is the host of the highly popular weekly radio show, Matters of the Mind, and host of the hit TV series The Paranormal Profilers. Peter has appeared in various films and TV shows as an actor.

Peter resides in one of the most picturesque regions of the world, Niagara Falls/Niagara on the Lake, where he calls home. In his spare time, he still enjoys hitting the gym, strumming his guitars/banjo, and of course chasing down (hiking) the hundred plus waterfalls and cascades throughout the Region.

www.peterandrewsacco.com

https://www.youtube.com/@historicalniagaratvshow5036

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Hi, I’m Kandiee Campbell, a seasoned therapist and the host of the Awaken Hope Radio Show. My passion is guiding individuals through the intricate process of healing and providing unwavering support to those navigating the challenges of loss or trauma.

My mission is to equip you with the tools to lead a life that is not only happy but profoundly fulfilling. Through Awaken Hope, I strive to reach as many people as possible, offering valuable insights and practical advice. I also invite incredible guests from diverse backgrounds to share their knowledge and experiences.

I encourage you to explore our episodes for inspiration and guidance and find the support you need on your journey to a more meaningful and enriched life.

Listen to Awaken Hope with Kandiee Campbell on the Brushwood Media Network weekly.

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Misti McCloud is an accomplished and engaging speaker and the founder of Next Level Coaching. As a certified health and wellness professional, she has equipped hundreds of women with the essential habits, mindset, and proven strategies to strengthen their lives and pursue what matters most.

Misti believes that lasting transformation isn't achieved by motivation alone. It is the result of intentional choices and the determination to keep moving forward, even when life is difficult. That conviction is grounded in surviving a devastating medical trauma that shattered her Olympic dreams, repeatedly rebuilding her life, and ultimately losing over 100 pounds—and keeping it off.

Whether she's coaching clients, leading workshops, or stepping on stage, Misti teaches women how to bridge the gap between knowing what to do and consistently doing it. Blending practical strategy, honest conversation, and generous doses of humor, she cuts through the noise, replaces overwhelm with clarity, and makes lasting change achievable.

To connect with Misti, inquire about speaking engagements, or learn more about Next Level Coaching, visit www.ConnectWithMisti.com.