The Crisis Files

We've come a long way from Cuba Gooding, Jr.'s famous line in Jerry Maguire: "Show me the money!" Or have we? Stakes are bigger and scouting targets getting younger. Host Roshini Rajkumar talks X's and O's with NFL agent Kelli Masters. The first woman to represent a Top-5 pick in the NFL Draft, Kelli and her KMM Sports are now recruiting young men who will graduate high school in 2029 and 2030. Kelli describes the landscape more than five years after Name, Image, Likeness payments became legal. We take you inside her journey with NIL as she sits at the tables where she helps empower young men to not lose themselves. Whether you know anything about football or not, this Case File dissects the world of multi-million-dollar negotiations. Gain savvy negotiation skills to try for yourself and maybe even the young people in your lives. If you are a football fan, you'll love Kelli's stories from this multi-trillion-dollar world.

Artificial intelligence is on everyone's mind. Big headlines and myths are part of our daily diet. But what does it really mean for the modern workplace? Host Roshini Rajkumar turned to The Prouty Project's Peter Bailey for some answers. He shares guidance for leaders of all types and common sense methods for re-aligning your teams. The facts are stunning: While 92% of companies plan to invest in AI, only one percent is ready for it. No matter your agent of choice, this episode will help you do an honest assessment of your own attitude and help you work the neuroscience of change to your brand's benefit.

Danger at the groomers. Pet food recalls. Cancer scares. Host Roshini Rajkumar gets the scoop about hot topics in animal care from Whisker Media CEO Mary Tan. Would you believe pet groomers aren't consistently regulated nationwide? Mary is a key advocate pressing for foundational rules for shelters and pet food suppliers. With hundreds of new brands of pet products popping every day, humans don't always know what to do. Surprising because nearly 70 percent of people in the United States own pets. Mary takes us inside shocking crisis scenarios she's had to walk her clients through when pets are at risk or killed. Her best advice is to better educate and regulate the humans who care for these creatures that give humans unconditional love. For more pet stories, check out Mary's podcast: Whisker Report.

Taxes. Tokens. Memory. All terms connected with supply chain in ways you might not guess. Host Roshini Rajkumar turns to Motorola Solutions Chief Supply Chain Officer Chad Werkema for the latest low-down about an area that came out from under the radar during COVID. Nothing has really slowed down for supply chain experts all over the world. Find out why artificial intelligence is not going away and why Chad calls it the digital revolution. AI will affect areas of your life for which you'll need options. Get insider tips for understanding your options and how to plan before a crisis lands at your own business or household doorstep. Plus, who are the hyperscalers? And what is RAMageddon?

Terrorizing sailors for centuries, the kraken was a mythical creature believed to have tentacles that would take down ships and seamen. Much like mental health challenges. Host Roshini Rajkumar dives into comparisons with CEO of Storybones Media Heidi Collins. This former network anchor is heading toward film festivals and looking for distribution deals for her first feature-length documentary brand film titled Tame the Kraken. The film chronicles the world-record row across the Pacific by former UK Royal Marine Tim Crockett and his son Harrison. The 2400-mile trip raises awareness for veteran mental health and suicide prevention. Heidi shares an insider look at what inspired the 48-day journey and tales of the raw footage that took six months to edit into 58 minutes. Breaking two Guinness World Records, this father-son duo tackled the open waters on their unassisted boat The Kraken.

The National Institutes of Health report that more than 20 percent of children experience loneliness. Nearly 73% of Gen Z say they feel alone sometimes or always. The staggering reality is that 93 percent of parents believe their children receive enough emotional support. What's behind the perception gap? Host Roshini Rajkumar turned to Kathleen Cannon for some answers. Kathleen is executive director of Girls on the Run - Minnesota Chapter. Girls on the Run is a national organziatoin that helps girls boldly pursue their dreams. Through a confidence curriculum and training for an early summer 5K, third through eighth grade girls get support from adults who care. A 2026 national survey of 800 GOTR alumni from around the United States resulted in 91 percent reporting that what they learned helped them resolve conflicts with peers. Kathleen describes why adult mentors help young people avoid feelings of sadness and hopelessness. The picture is clear: When you show up for kids with authenticity and reliability, you help them live successfully in the present and build their futures toward the most healthy outcomes.

Women's sports are projected to hit $3 Billion in revenue in 2026. As valuations spike, new leagues are forming. Host Roshini Rajkumar goes inside the world of women's professional sports with April Ehrman, President of LOVB Minnesota--part of US League One Volleyball. April shares how early investors in these teams are seeing a 2x to 5x upside. Media coverage is booming. You might say these women athletes are on fire--in every good way possible. But there are more mountains to climb and ignorance to overcome. We think you'll feel this one in your head and your heart. Our money's on April, LOVB, and a future for women's sports that's only begun to tell its story.

The term autism has come a long way. What once brought on stigma and false narratives is experiencing a major awareness campaign. Yet misunderstanding and discrimination continue--even within the autism community of parents and children itself. Host Roshini Rajkumar asks Rob Gorski to unpack all of it. He founded The Autism Dad after years of blogging about his own family. This influencer's journaling has become one of the longest-running autism parenting platforms online along with his podcast: The Autism Dad. Rob takes us inside his highs and lows of parenting three sons on the spectrum--all with varying needs. Learn the difference among Levels 1, 2, and 3 when it comes to support needs. Ask yourself if you show kindness or judgment when faced with what looks like a child's meltdown at the grocery store. Is it a tantrum or a meltdown that actually equates to despair? Rob will open your eyes to the beauty of parenting where you meet your child in their world and show you what "fierce love" really means. Warning: You might need a tissue for this episode.

Media madness. Mudslinging. Money. A few things associated with election cycles and the campaign trail. In the 200th episode of The Crisis Files, host Roshini inspects a phenomenon putting the US system of voting in real jeopardy with The Denver Gazette investigative columnist and radio host Jimmy Sengenberger. The attack on the election process has become a multi-billion-dollar cottage industry. From conspiracy theories to violence against election judges, Jimmy says: "We have a real crisis in our elections." Learn more about what's fueling the decline and how you might become part of the solution. Plus, get insider takes on what universal mail ballots look like for states that already run elections this way. The Framers of the US Constitution held voting at the heart of what it means to be a democratic republic. This ritual is meant to remain non-partisan and non-violent.

The safety of GLPs and their usage dominates headlines. Will my skin hang? Is muscle atrophy a reality? Common questions for many who consider using these short chain amino acids on their weight loss journeys. Host Roshini Rajkumar admits her skepticism about GLPs to functional nutritional therapist Kristin Rowell. They dive into aspects of the huge black market for the prescription version of these peptides. The founder of Energetically Efficient describes the downsides when someone overdoses and why the quest for GLP-1s isn't going away. She urges people to always seek guidance from medical and nutritional experts and to remember that GLPs are not a substitute for the basics: eating real foods, exercising, and working on bone density. This conversation will help equip you against sensational headlines and with medical professionals.