Ron Hall Show™

John Ashmen, CEO of Citygate Network, works tirelessly leading the association that brings aid, respite, and relief to millions of homeless across America. John is also well-recognized as the author of Invisible Neighbors, deemed by many to be the ultimate guide to faith-based service and meaningful engagement with the poor. Each year the Citygate Network serves approximately 66 million meals, provides more than 20 million nights of shelter and housing, assists over 45,000 people find employment, and provides clothing for more than 750,000 people. Notably, the organization also graduates nearly 17,000 men and women annually from addiction programs into productive living. Tune in to hear the inspirational efforts and faith-based services that this remarkable organization provides with the help of over 300 missions and ministries across the country.

Andre Norman: gangs, drug deals, violence, maximum security prison, Harvard fellow, leader, author, motivational speaker; yes, all of these words can be used to describe the remarkable life of one extraordinary man. In this episode, Andre Norman shares his inspiring journey from violence, prison, and illiteracy, to turning it all around, attending Harvard, and becoming the motivational speaker, author, and youth advocate that he is today. Known by many as the 'Ambassador of Hope,' Andre uses his struggles and background to help people turn their lives around. As an active advocate for youth, with a focus on education equality, Andre moves and inspires people around the world. Tune in to hear Andre's unique journey, remarkable perspective, and learn how we all can make a difference in the fight against racial injustice and inequality in America. 

The renowned Pastor Dimas Salaberrios shares his remarkable journey from a teenage drug dealer on the streets of New York to now serving as a Pastor and leader for communities all across the country. Hear Pastor Dimas Salaberrios recount his inspiring, enriching journey as he opens up about the racial strain and injustice that has now reached a boiling point in the United States. Pastor Dimas shares his unique perspective on the current events as he continues to lead peaceful protests and raise awareness for racial injustice all across the country.

In this episode, Ron welcomes friend and CEO of 'Good Job,' Stephen Johnston, to the show. Stephen was named one of the most influential executives in his field and has developed an innovative hiring platform that revolutionizes the job recruiting and hiring process. The 'Good Job' platform provides countless exciting opportunities to applicants, paired with an innovative digital assessment tool that uses artificial intelligence, data science, and smart technology to help people connect with companies and positions that are the best fit for them. Psychology and data science are integrated on the front-end of this system in a way that is able to predict how successful an applicant will be for specific job positions. Tune in to hear how this ground-breaking job platform could revolutionize unemployment in the United States. "I wanted to build an application that was for everybody. I truly wanted to build something that was transformational, not just another technology company. And that's what 'Good Job' is.' -Stephen Johnston

Caylin Moore serves as a beacon of inspiration to millions around the world with his extraordinary journey of overcoming adversity to accomplish his dreams. Growing up in South Los Angeles, poverty, drugs, and gang violence was simply a part of everyday life; Caylin learned early on what struggles violence and poverty would mean for his family. His life is a remarkable story of hope, inspiration, and the value of hard work. Tune in to hear how this incredible young man rose from a dire situation to become a football player at Texas Christian University, a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University, and now a published author. His work has been featured by Good Morning America, Sirius XM Radio, ABC News, NBC LA, Home and Family, Hallmark Channel, and GoalCast amongst other media outlets. His book, "A Dream Too Big: The Story of an Improbable Journey from Compton to Oxford," was named a 'Good Morning America Anchor's Favorite Books of 2019' and an Amazon Bestseller in Sociology of Urban Areas. Currently, a doctoral student at Stanford, with ambitions of becoming a professor, Caylin seeks 'to reform the way we think about and respond to gang membership, education, and urban poverty.'

Since 1978, Susie Jennings was a Registered Nurse by profession. In 2011, she followed God's calling and left nursing to become a full-time missionary to those in need. At one time known as 'The Blanket Lady' by the homeless in Downtown Dallas, Susie went on to found and grow the organization Operation Care International. OCI has grown to encompass multiple ministries and helps homeless and destitute children in nations all over the world. Tune in to hear Susie share her uplifting story and learn how she leaned into her faith to find her true calling.

An American legend, personal hero, and longtime close friend to Ron, Red Steagall, joins the show. Ron and Red have spent many days riding horseback together through some of the biggest and best cattle ranches in the West. Tune in to hear these two legendary cowboys shake the dust off some of their best adventure tales. They share their stories of inspiration, encounters with tragedy, and the beauty and resiliency of the human spirit. Red Steagall is an accomplished author, songwriter, and recording artist with 25 successful music albums and is also a published poet. Tune in to hear Red read one of his most famous poems in his own voice, you can't miss it!

"Red is the kind of cowboy you want to lead you across the river when you know there's quicksand." -Ron Hall. Learn more about Red, his music, writing, events, and ranches at https://www.redsteagall.com

Medical doctor, author, and missionary, Dr. Richard Bartlett, shares his incredible medical discovery that could change our world. His passion is saving lives, and he is doing just that with his latest treatment for COVID-19 that could revolutionize the treatment of this disease. Tune in to hear about Dr. Bartlett's proven, life-saving results, and the thousands of lives he has saved already!

Sandra Yancey is an ordinary woman who lives an extraordinary life while helping other women do the same. Her business journey is an unlikely success story. Hear how Sandra bootstrapped her way to create one of the largest and most decorated business network organizations in North America, eWomenNetwork. This 'one-stop complete success system for entrepreneurs' is a multi-million dollar enterprise with over half a million women connected through 118 chapters across North America. CNN named Sandra 'an American Hero' for her philanthropic work in her foundation that awards grants and scholarships to non-profit organizations and our world's upcoming leaders. Her foundation provides free online business training to every non-profit on the planet! This is an unlikely success story of inspiring perseverance and strength in overcoming odds and adversity.

Bestselling author, animal advocate, stepmom, and soon-to-be first-time mom, Katherine Schwarzenegger-Pratt, graces the Ron Hall Show with her presence. As an ambassador for the Best Friends Animal Society and the ASPCA, Katherine is passionate about animal activism in any way that she can serve as a 'voice for the voiceless.' Katherine is also a NYT bestselling author with her 4th book, The Gift of Forgiveness, published earlier this year, alongside the recent launch of her new podcast of the same name. As an author, Katherine skillfully translates her personal experiences in a way that speaks influentially to her generation, as well as highlights resounding themes that apply to life experiences at any age. Tune in to hear about Katherine Schwarzenegger-Pratt's journey through life, authorship, and how she has learned to apply the profound, transformative power of forgiveness in a truly life-altering way.