(FROM THE VAULT: This episode should have been posted months ago.)Throughout our lives there are people who make a difference in the direction we take. A parent, an aunt or uncle, a coach. Keith Greer reminds me of someone I know but I couldn't quite place who until I realized he's likely the combination of many people who made a difference in my life. I was so honored to sit down and discuss his journey and how he has devoted his life to helping others in many areas. As I approach my first year of sobriety, this discussion is very meaningful. Let's meet Keith!

He's made so much out of nothing - when people said it couldn't be done, he did it. Alex Ferrari, CEO of Indie Film Hustle is out with a new book, 'Rise of the Filmtrepreneur' and it is the filmmaking hack every indie filmmaker should get, ASAP.

Billy Powell went from being a struggling vocalist to owning a successful talent agency in Rochester, NY. Listen to how he got his start, his ability to recognize the trends and evolve, and his advice for talent. We also discuss how there is a ghost in the studio - which might explain why there is a technical difficulty with my microphone that only came out in the recording.

Edward Monahan is the kind of guy you learn nuggets of truth from at every turn. A successful career at Kodak which ended abruptly, lead to a successful consulting business for Ed and he has taken everything in stride. HIs positive outlook and application of those principles are a picture of how to approach the gentle balance of career and family life.

Kelsea Little took a chance on a job with a little startup in San Diego named GoFundMe - next thing she knows she is writing her own job description and traveling the country interviewing people for her podcast, True Stories of Good People. I was fortunate enough to sit and chat with Kelsea about her journey.

She's a PR professional in Rochester...she's a performer...she is the leader of a Merry Band of Millennials. She is Dresden Engle and she joins Fitz to discuss creativity, positivity and life.

January 30, 2019 I quit drinking alcohol and my life has been absolutely amazing since. I didn't think I could do it but in this episode I do a quick reflection - talk about a drinking dream and also tease my 1 year anniversary of the Blathering.

She started her own non profit organization that helps build schools and clinics in Kenya. She is a Phd student studying Immunology and she hasn't even reached the milestone of 30! Have a conversation with Daphne Pariser and discover how she became such a doer and positive force in our world.

Hillary Olson is the new President and CEO of the Rochester Museum and Science Center and she brings with her so much energy and positivity, I just had to share it with as many people as I could. Listen as she talks about her love for all things science and how her passion for learning became a career.

Jose Peo was brought to my attention by a friend of mine who works with Jose. Once I learned Jose's story I wanted to have him on the show. Learn about his name, his history and his future, plus how he can rock a purple suit and look good doing it while running for Rochester City Council.