University of Washington Molecular Biologist John Medina, author of "Brain Rules" and "Brain Rules for Baby" is one of the most captivating people on the planet. You'll want to hear what he has to say about challenges facing the next generation in the workplace and at home. Check out http://www.brainrules.net/ for more!

Ballet goddess Maria Chapman has been a principal dancer with the Pacific Northwest Ballet since 2009 and rocks the house whenever she's onstage. She also co-founded and chairs Second Stage, which helps dancers find new careers after they retire from performing. Maria talks about a dancer's lifecycle and teaches me how to jump!

Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt talks about his indie film "50/50," a secret behind success in acting and in life, and his HitRECord project (http://www.hitrecord.org/)

Lily Verlaine is one of the most captivating people you will ever meet. Lily is a classically trained ballet dancer turned burlesque artist. She has shared a stage with such talent as Dita Von Teese, Julie Atlas Muz, Dirty Martini, and author Andrei Codresceau. Look for her work around Seattle and at http://www.lilyverlaine.com/

Acting legend Gary Oldman shares how he played lead character George Smiley in "Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy," along with advice on how to encourage imagination in children and how I can become a better bass player.

As the Seattle Opera's world-famous "Ring" cycle continues, I thought you might appreciate a glimpse inside the life of up-and-coming young soprano Ani Maldjian. Learn how today's opera, rock and Hollywood have so much in common.

Singer/songwriter Melissa Etheridge talks about speaking up, her battle with cancer, parenting in a non-traditional household and the joys of following your dreams. Melissa is an inspiration.

Actor Matthew Lewis played Neville Longbottom in all 8 Harry Potter films, starting when he was 11 and wrapping up at age 21. Matthew talks about life as a childhood star and how he handles worldwide fame

Seattle basketball goddess Sue Bird talks about life in the WNBA, playing overseas, why she got an Israeli passport and how she stays fit both physically and mentally. Sue Birds rocks.

Actor Dennis Haysbert is the face of Allstate Insurance and is known for playing President David Palmer on "24," Pedro Cerrano in the "Major League" films and Sgt. Major Jonas Blaine in "The Unit." I hope you enjoy our discussion about life choices, race issues (and aliens!) as much as I did