Loriana Hernandez-Aldama didn't just Leukemia - she used her journalism talents to turn her recovery into a mission to help others "get fit for the fight." Now, the founder of ARMOR UP FOR LIFE is waging a second public battle with cancer - and she's telling the story all over again in real time.

Lori talks about it all on the new show: "You must become your own HERO, meet the medicine halfway and be an equal partner in your own success. Push for answers. Listen to your body. Pay attention to the warning light when it goes off."

"As college costs go up, sometimes students take out those loans and then they also have to use that money to pay for their living expenses, so they literally have no money for food. It’s just heartbreaking."

Soledad O'Brien's moving documentary, Hungry To Learn, will premiere at DOC NYC on Saturday, Nov. 9th. The Peabody-winning reporter and producer joins us to talk about this crisis on college campuses -- and how journalism can still be a powerful force for good!

On October 29, 2019, US Army Lt. Colonel Alexander Vindman testified in front of a Congressional committee in the midst of the Impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump. National voices in the Republican Party attached Vindman and accused him of potentially acting in the interest of the Ukraine, where he and his family escaped as refugees when he was three years old.

The ugly public spectacle reminded Michael of the fictional conspiracy plot in the 1987 movie No Way Out. Michael and Francis Albert act out a scene from No Way Out - and explain why the hell it matters.

Shelley Jacobs believes that "everyone is an influencer." She would know! Shelley launched Chicago Is My Boyfriend on Instagram and has built a following of tens of thousands of followers who go to her to find awesome things to do!

"I believe that when people talk about what they love, they come alive!"

That's what Kate Sullivan's show, To Dine For, is all about! Kate joins the podcast to describe how her show was born, how it's become a smash success on PBS in just one year - and fascinating moments with her fascinating guests!

"Everybody on the show is not only jaw-dropping inspiring, but also has a blueprint for success. Sometimes the simplest ideas are the best."

Alex Batdorf is the "Get Sh!t Done Queen" who specializes in "empowering badass female entrepreneurs to make their dream company a reality."

Listen to Alex talk about how to get started, raise capital, build a great team and have FUN striving for success!

EPISODE 90 - DOUG SCHENKELBERG, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CHICAGO COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS by Michael Golden

Karen Hinton nearly lost her life - it was split-second decision-making by her doctors that prevented her death. Then she faced the real battle: astronomical medical bills not covered by insurance.

Listen to Karen's survival story, and also what she learned first-hand about America's broken healthcare situation.

"The value of journalism has never been greater. Its significance has never been more meaningful... If you’ve got a passion for telling people something that they don’t know but need to know, you’re in the right business."

Legendary Chicago broadcaster Carol Marin on emerging journalism, political corruption, tips on interviewing -- and her rise from Tennessee schoolteacher to 60 Minutes correspondent.

"I never thought this was the track I was going to take until I lost Zachary. I feel like I’m doing this work for him. I’m working for him every day."

Karen Cohn is literally a lifesaver. Here she talks about pool and water safety information that every parent should know - and the amazing growth she and her husband Brian are leading at The Zac Foundation!