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 Maggie Hallbach made a return appearance to the show as we talked about National First Responders Day.

Verizon Business today appointed Maggie Hallbach to the role of senior vice president for Verizon Public Sector. She will lead the team that serves the company’s federal, state, local, education and Verizon Frontline public safety customers.

Over her 25 years at Verizon, Hallbach served in a variety of executive and leadership roles, most recently as Verizon Public Sector’s vice president of business development and strategic sales, where she was focused on developing, designing and capturing strategic opportunities. Hallbach also led the team responsible for strategic sales initiatives, including the alignment of sales priorities to the overall Verizon Public Sector strategy.

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Financial expert Jean Chatzky returned to the show for a discussion about a new survey  about how everyday Americans view their financial situation.

Jean Chatzky is the CEO of HerMoney.com and host of the podcast HerMoney With Jean Chatzky. The financial editor of NBC Today for 25 years and the Financial Ambassador for AARP, she appears frequently on CNN and MSNBC

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From November 11, 2020: Charise Mericle Harper is the bestselling author and illustrator of many children’s books, including the Just Grace series, the Fashion Kitty series, and the Next Best Junior Chef series.  She called in for a fun chat about her latest, So Embarrassing: Awkward Moments and How to Get Through Them.

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Jordan Klepper joined the show for a chat about his new Comedy Central series "Klepper."  We discussed Jordan's time in Chicago as part of the Second City touring company, how the show was named, and why it was important for him to get out from behind the desk and go out and about.

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From May 26, 2020: Garrett Reisman is a former NASA mission specialist Astronaut and is now a senior advisor for Space X. Garrett called in to lend his unique insight into the upcoming NASA/Space X launch.

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From October 30, 2020: Jordan Wolfe is an actor, singer, writer, composer and zombie aficionado.  He is the creator of “The Night of the Living Dead - The Musical!”  The original concept recording is out now wherever digital music is sold.   Note: This interview is complete and uncensored, containing material not included in the on-air version.

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From July 24, 2020: Mark Feuerstein joined the show for a chat about his current, recent, and upcoming projects, including his latest movie, "Babysplitters," which is now available on demand and all digital platforms.  We also discussed "Wet Hot American Summer: 10 Years Later," "Larry Gaye: Renegade Male Flight Attendant," "The Babysitters Club," and of course "Royal Pains."

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From October 16, 2020: Amber Nash is voice of Pam on the Emmy-Award winning animated classic “Archer."  Amber called in to promote the newest season of the show.

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Celebrity Chef Claire Robinson returned to the show following a 9-year absence to share some fun food tips for fall.  Claire and I both agreed we will not wait until 2032 to chat again.

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Grace Harry joined the show for a conversation about her book The Joy Strategist: Your Path to Inner Change.

Grace Harry is an artist, entrepreneur, creative muse, pleasure instigator, and speaker. After an illustrious 30-year career in entertainment, Grace, “The Joy Strategist,” found her calling leading what she calls “the Revolution of JOY.” Through her popular playdate community “Play with Grace,” she helps everyday people welcome joy back into their lives. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, HelloGiggles, Vogue Online, The Times UK, The London Evening Standard, and many more.