Leading Conversations

Cheryl Esposito welcomes David Wagner, founder, CEO and owner of JUUT Salonspas, the original AVEDA concept salons. David is a hair stylist, artist, entrepreneur, educator, and author of Life as a Daymaker. Innovator of the “Daymaking” movement, his philosophy for living a life that changes the world one person at a time through simple acts of kindness, has captured the hearts of people around the world. As CEO, David has committed his leadership to transforming the world with beauty, and this goes way beyond the haircut. Imagine a world where each person “sees” oneself as having beauty and personal value. David believes this is integral to the ability to create a more fulfilling life and that “beauty can transform people, society, and businesses.” How does a CEO inspire his entire organization to make a difference in every encounter? Join Cheryl Esposito and David Wagner to hear the everyday lessons of the life of a daymaker.

Cheryl Esposito welcomes Cynthia James, a leader in the field of personal transformation. A multi-award winning author, her latest book is I Choose Me: The Art of Being A Phenomenally Successful Woman at Home & at Work. Cynthia holds two Master’s Degrees, one in Consciousness Studies(Holmes Institute); one in Spiritual Psychology(University of Santa Monica). Cynthia believes your past does not define you. What you decide to do, defines you. Cynthia’s personal life experience is proof of that. Transcending childhood violence & abuse, she found success as a singer & Hollywood actress. Even then her life was fraught with challenges in personal & professional relationships. Healing the past can accelerate the future. Knowing yourself deeply,uncovering the quiet beliefs that don’t serve you, & realizing that you are the most important person in your life, are required for success. Curious about re-writing your story?Join Cheryl Esposito with Cynthia James to learn the art of “I Choose Me.”

Cheryl Esposito welcomes Lynne McTaggart, award-winning journalist and author of six books, including the worldwide bestsellers The Field, The Intention Experiment, and The Bond: Connecting Through the Space Between Us. Lynne McTaggart's latest book, The Bond offers a new story of life and the human experience – a blueprint for a better life. Based on the latest discoveries from the new sciences, The Bond proposes that we succeed when we cooperate; that we are strong when we unite – we are weak when we compete. Every conflict that occurs is resolved only when we fully see and embrace the space—the bond—between us. Just how powerful is our connection? Can our collective thoughts and intentions influence and change the world? Can we intention a better life? Join Cheryl Esposito & Lynne McTaggart to begin to create your own blueprint for a better life!

Cheryl Esposito welcomes John Renesch, global futurist, humanitarian, & author, passionate about business, human consciousness & possible scenarios for our future. His latest book The Great Growing Up: Being Responsible for Humanity’s Future is Next Generation Indie Book Awards 2013 Grand Prize winner. A businessperson & CEO who started, ran, & sold enterprises, John says commerce is key in shifting human consciousness to create a future of possibility that will allow humanity to transcend the inevitable future being projected from current trends. We are future shapers. We play a role in how the world will be tomorrow, next year & coming generations.

John’s challenge: give conscious thought to what we want, rather than passively sitting around while a random or even “accidental future” reveals itself. And, while we’re at it, stop pretending that what we are doing has no impact on the future. (Note to self: no excuses!) Join Cheryl Esposito & John Renesch to explore Future Shaping!

Cheryl Esposito welcomes Neal Rogin, a multi-award winning writer & filmmaker. Neal’s compassion for life & human connection led him to bold projects, such as LIVE AID Concert for African Famine Relief; The Pachamama Alliance; Spaceship Earth; and his latest film, The Awakening Universe. Neal says we are experiencing an extraordinary shift in consciousness of what it means to be a person. We are on the edge of a breakthrough as a species, from arrogance to humility, understanding that we are all one. He sees compassion as the great connector that will move us from competition to cooperation. Neal’s latest film, The Awakening Universe, is based upon the book The Universe Story by Brian Swimme & Thomas Berry, & The Cosmic Narrative by Drew Dellinger.

It explores how the New Cosmology is changing the very definition of what it means to be a human being. Join Cheryl Esposito and Neal Rogin to explore life…it’s awe. Inspired.

Cheryl Esposito welcomes Anat Baniel, best-selling author of Move Into

Life: The Nine Essentials for Lifelong Vitality, & Kids Beyond Limits.

Anat’s powerful method takes advantage of the brain’s ability to

change itself at any age to heal both body & mind. “Movement is

the language of the brain…any part of the body that does not have movement, the brain does not recognize.” Anat studied dance & movement growing up, & became a student of Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais, creator of an ingenious method for effective neuromuscular reeducation.

As a psychologist, she worked for an Israeli Army program for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Integrating knowledge of movement into the work, she carried it into work with children. Anat has discovered the nine essentials the brain requires to transform pain & limitation into vitality, well being & skill. Join Cheryl Esposito and Anat Baniel to learn the powerful method that takes advantage of the brain’s ability to change itself to heal both body and mind.

Cheryl Esposito welcomes Dr. Jean Houston, scholar, philosopher, researcher in human capacities, and one of the principal founders of the Human Potential Movement. To say Jean Houston is forward thinking is an understatement. A true visionary for what is (beyond the obvious), and what can be, she speaks to the complexity of our times as being an indicator rather than a problem. She sees it as if the “reset button” for the future has been switched on…and we just need to get on with it. Jean purports that “we are now directors of a world that was previously directing us.” The question is how to step into that enormous task? Her challenge to us: Awaken to your own purpose in this time of global complexity. Join Cheryl Esposito and Dr. Jean Houston to wake up to your journey!

Cheryl Esposito welcomes Stephen Dinan, a noted social entrepreneur and visionary political strategist, and author of Sacred America, Sacred World: Fulfilling our Mission in Service to All. He is founder and CEO of The Shift Network, a leading global provider of online transformational courses in the field of human potential. Transformation is the centerpiece of his latest book. Stephen’s years of researching and preparing for this book brought him to what today may seem like an unlikely worldview - some may call it magical thinking. Dinan’s solution calls for each side of the two party political system to grow up and evolve, rather than vilify each other and fight. We must move toward embracing a sacred vision of national unity. Can you imagine all political perspectives being held as a valuable yet incomplete contribution toward the emerging whole? Join Cheryl Esposito and Stephen Dinan and travel the path to creating a sacred vision of America united.

Cheryl Esposito welcomes Dr. Luh Ketut Suryani, M.D., Ph.D. a renowned Balinese healer, highly acclaimed western-trained psychiatrist and a leader in bridging indigenous Balinese knowledge and values with the western world. Founder of Suryani Institute for Mental Health, much of her work focuses on the challenges of the children of Bali. Dr. Suryani has authored numerous books on Balinese culture and spiritual practices, hosts her own television show on women’s issues, offers weekly community meditation gatherings, and speaks about cultural issues impacting her beloved Bali. Join us as Dr. Suryani shares her insight into the growing problem the youth of Bali face as they try to blend the world of you-tube and MTV with life in paradise.

Cheryl Esposito welcomes Barnet Bain, award-winning film producer & director, broadcaster & creativity expert. Films include Oscar winner What Dreams May Come (producer), The Celestine Prophecy (writer, producer), The Jesus Film (writer). A current film project is Milton's Secret, based on a story by Eckhart Tolle & Robert Friedman. “Your whole life is a creative act.” So says Barnet Bain, author of The Book of Doing & Being: Rediscovering Creativity in Life, Love, & Work. We can be bullied by thoughts that keep us from the creative in our self. “…stop being created by your past & start consciously creating your present & future.” “Any time you are willing to be surprised - by your next creative impulse, the next idea that excites you, the next experience that moves you - you are living a creative life.” Join Cheryl Esposito & Barnet Bain & be willing to be surprised by the art of living a creative life.