Meet Jennifer Jukanovich, co-author along with Russell West of “The Culturally Conscious Board: Setting the Boardroom Table for Impact.”   Their goal is to transform the culture of boards across the spectrum–from the local cancer nonprofit to the multinational anti-poverty NGO. Using their tested “Board Culture Placemat,”  the authors provide “Conversation Starters” to make mentionable the often-silent role board culture plays in a board’s decision-making habits.  It explains how board members  can positively shape board culture, especially in crucial decision-making moments.  Respecting the culture, being responsible and adhering to an ethical value system is a sound formula for any organization’s success!

On today’s episode, we cover “science and the arts.” Dr. Robert Kellan is a renowned ophthalmologist with over 60 years in medicine. He also has an active creative side. Besides being an accomplished painter, Bob is also a playwright with several well received plays to his credit. We explore the magical essence of live theatre and how this playwright breathes life into his characters and ideas!

When a sinister cyber-terrorist plot is poised to plunge the U.S. into devastating digital darkness, one man, an experienced cyber forensic expert takes on the challenge of stopping the evildoers. We welcome novelist and technologist George Mehok who delivers a fast-paced thriller called, “Going Dark: A Liberty Unit Novel.” The tech is real and will make you think about the lengths that terrorists will go. Luckily, there are homegrown heroes protecting us. The novel has an alternate historic timeline dating back to the Revolutionary War that is equally as exciting!

Today we celebrate the holiday season in style with Dr. Quentin Schultze, the author of “You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out: Life Lessons from the Movie A Christmas Story.”

‘Tis the season for charitable giving. Of course it is not just during the holidays. Pretty much year round, folks are tasked with asking (on behalf of their non-profit group) for money. Most of us don’t exactly enjoy that or do it well. So let me introduce you to someone with a solution. Meet Barrie Atkin, who with over 25 years of consulting experience, has served hundreds of clients in human services, sports, technology, healthcare and publishing. And she is the author of a handy book with an appropriate title, “Hate Fundraising? : How to Become Comfortable Asking for Money.”  Believe me, with Barrie’s help, the it will get a lot easier! To learn more about Jordan, go to https://chartproductions.com.

Meet celebrated author Crystal King as we discuss her new book, “In the Garden of Monsters,” a fresh twist on the ancient love story of Hades and Persephone. It is Italy, 1948. A woman with no past. A man who seems to know her. And a monstrous garden that could be the border between their worlds. If it sounds intriguing it is with added presence of artist Salvador Dali and a bevy of epicurean delights. Crystal has crafted a story for the ages! To learn more about Jordan, go to https://chartproductions.com.

Meet Deb Podlogar, a.k.a. “The Mocktail Mom.”  Deb is the author of a new book called, “The Happiest Hour,” and she is  all about encouraging people to  have fun drinking without the alcohol.  Hear about her relationship with alcohol that needed to come to an end, culminating in the launch of her as the “Mocktail Mom.”  She has whipped up  dozens of delicious, cocktail recipes so if you’re thinking it’s just the same old  “Shirley Temple,” think again.  This mom is adamant when she proclaims, “Who said you can’t be part of the party if you’re not drinking?”  Find out more at www.mocktailmom.com!

Today, we open up a fascinating conversation with John Penrose, a successful entrepreneur brimming with creative ideas.  He is currently leading the talented team behind Agile Brain. This software introduces us to a fast and fun image-based assessment tool that unlocks the power of human emotion.  John talks about a revolutionary new way to gauge emotional intelligence and understanding. Agile Brain has many applications and the process only takes about three minutes. Check it out at www.agilebrain.com!

It’s a return visit from one of my favorite guests, movie aficionado and author John DiLeo. He’s written several entertaining books about film and his latest is terrific fun for any level movie fan. It’s entitled, “Not Even Nominated: 40 Overlooked Costars of Oscar-Winning Performances.” Join us as we stir up many fond movie memories and shower you with rare Hollywood inside stories!

George Regan has been a leader in the public relations field for over four decades.   He was one of the youngest Boston Globe reporters in the paper’s history, covering hard news starting  in his late teens. George later became a Boston fixture as a top aide to Mayor Kevin H. White. He is a well-respected figure in the Boston business community and has represented some of the area’s most iconic brands including the Boston Celtics, Boston Red Sox, and New England Patriots. He has also worked tirelessly over the years for dozens of charities and philanthropic programs. There’s no better story-teller than our guest, so you’re in for a treat!