Extra Connections

James Lott Jr chats Love Hotel's Earl the Pearl Thompson! Follow on IG @earlthepearl35.

James chats with Sandra who is an award-winning communications professional, writer, former public relations agency CEO, author, wife, aunt, and vegan on a mission to amplify the world’s changemakers.  Yoga, meditation, books, documentaries, and more tools have helped me become an ethical person and an impactful leader.  She co-hosts VEG Networking Canada, where plant-based and vegan companies connect and collaborate. follow her at sandranomoto.com

JLJ is speechless to the response to the first What Is Connection episode that came our 5 months earlier. He continues...

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Michael D. Finkley is a Grammy®-nominated, World Entertainment Award®-winning media personality, inspirational speaker, gospel artist, and the dynamic host and senior executive producer of the award-winning talk show, The Michael Finkley Show, powered by the CTR Media Network. Broadcasting to over 350 million households in more than 100 countries, the show features authentic, multidimensional conversations with entertainers and changemakers, all rooted in the inspiring question: “What is your next biggest dream?” A native of Mullins, South Carolina, Finkley’s path in media and communication was inspired by his mother, a former disc jockey for JOY 1280 WJAY AM. He began his journey with internships at WFMV 96.1 FM in Columbia, SC, and went on to host the “I Love Mullins” radio series. Today, his vibrant presence continues to uplift and motivate audiences across generations. Finkley is an alumnus of Allen University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in English. He holds two graduate degrees Master of Education and a Master of Science in Higher Education Administration—from Southern New Hampshire University. He is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Educational Leadership at South College. His talents extend beyond the screen into music. His show’s theme song, “Biggest Dream Come True,” captures the essence of his message—hope, resilience, and limitless possibilities. The single is available on all streaming platforms and continues to inspire fans worldwide. His latest gospel single, “Smile,” is a spirit-filled anthem of faith and joy, born from personal experience and grounded in Proverbs 17:22. The lead single from his forthcoming worship album, Smile reflects Finkley’s deep-rooted belief that joy, even in hardship, is a divine gift. Known for his charisma and ability to connect with people from all walks of life, Finkley has become a beloved voice in both media and ministry. His influence has led him to red carpets at the Grammys, the Oscars, the Stellar Gospel Music Awards, and more. Each Friday, he continues to serve his community as a voice on the Jamal Bates Morning Show’s Community Spotlight Series on The Almighty 105.1 FM. With a mission to inspire others to pursue their biggest dreams—no matter their circumstances—Michael D. Finkley stands as a beacon of faith, ambition, and authentic storytelling in today’s media landscape. James Lott Jr is the host of the show!

James talks about dealing with his mom who isn;t connecting thoughts in her mind as good as she used to and how he is handling it.

ELLA is a non-profit organization that helps young female athletes of Hispanic/Latino descent to achieve their goal to attend college to help offset costs for families that are economically disadvantaged that includes charitable purposes. The program also helps those to empower leadership and discipline amongst the athletes that would lead to a positive life outcome and help offset costs to attend college athletic interviews. James Lott Jr speaks with Co Founder Patty Godoy. FACEBOOK: Ella TWITTER: @foundationella INSTAGRAM: @ella_sports_foundation www.ellasportsfoundation.org

JLJ has a fun convo with the Tubi TV star of Culture Shock!Rich Manley is dubbed the “Adventure Illusionist,” and explorer, magician and actor and uniquely combines his sleight of hand skills on the new Tubi series, “Culture Shock” shot in Peru and Africa now airing and was just renewed for season 2 to shoot in Boliva and also will perform his live stage show “Diary Of Magic” which he will tour around the US with Erich Recker,Criss Angel’s “Mindfreak” producer. Rich is also an actor, who’s production banner, 12th Planet Productions, starring in the action thriller, “Fallen Cards”which he wrote and co-directed along with Zack Ward and Justin Zagri now in post-production and other credits include the comedy, “Slay Belles” starring Barry Bostwick as well as the critically acclaimed, “The Debt Collector” starring Scott Adkins, Michael Pare, Louis Mandylor, directed by Jesse V. Johnson, the action adventure “Knight And Day” starring Tom Cruise, Cameron Diaz,directed by James Mangold and the family comedy, “Cowboy Spirit.” Rich Manley was born in Concord Massachusetts and raised in the city of Stow and as a ten-year-old learned magic from his grandfather, Dr. Douglas Marchant, a surgeon who explored global cultures and their medicinal traditions. Rich attended College at Radford University in Virginia for Acting/media studies and sports studies focusing on martial arts and left college, and traveled to Los Angeles as part of a film crew for a reality show pilot called "Stars Stunts Action" and also engaged his magic abilities by performing at the prestigious Magic Castle in Hollywood.

Childrens Musician and Military Vet Greg Lato!
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Greg Lato is an award-winning family music recording artist, children’s book author, and proud Navy veteran. His last album ‘Adults These Days’ reached the top 10 on the iTunes Children’s Music Chart. His first children’s album ‘Create My Own World’ features legendary children’s artist Bill Harley. It has won a 2020 Family Choice Award, and a Creative Child Award and has reached the top 15 on the iTunes Children’s Music Chart. His songs are featured on 14 official Apple Music playlists and have over a million streams! Greg also released two children’s books. ‘Try’ is about not being afraid to take chances, and ‘Everybody Needs Someone’ is an inclusive ode to friendship, family, togetherness, and belonging. He is also a member of the Grammy Recording Academy. Born and raised in Providence, Rhode Island, Greg Lato was surrounded by an encouraging Italian family that included his father, legendary jazz sax player Vinny Lato, who owned an extensive vinyl collection that served as Greg’s introduction to the world of music. Greg went on to compose for film, TV, and other artists, most recently co-writing with The Voice runner-up Billy Gilman. Greg received two awards from the Billboard World Song Contest, had one of his music videos air on the FUSE channel, wrote a song for a film that went to #1 on the iTunes movie charts and spent 8 months in the Top 10, has written for network TV shows, has had his songs played in McDonald's, Subway, several department stores and Planet Fitness franchises, and co-wrote the Young Survivors theme song for the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Foundation. goto  ⁨@greglatomusic⁩