What if some of the biggest lessons about health come from experiencing health challenges ourselves?

In this episode of The Ufuoma Show, I sit down with Anthony Guastella, a certified health coach through the Institute of Transformational Nutrition who has overcome multiple health challenges and turned those experiences into a passion for helping others.

Anthony understands what it's like to not feel well and to feel limited in doing the things you want to do. Today, he focuses on making complex health and wellness topics easier to understand and giving people practical tools to take greater ownership of their well-being.

From heart disease and cancer to diabetes, sleep, hormones, and everyday wellness, Anthony believes no health topic should be off limits.

What happens when we stop being afraid to ask difficult questions about faith?

In this episode of The Ufuoma Show, I sit down with Dr. Gerald “Dr. G” Robison, a pastor, Bible teacher, author, and educator who has spent decades helping people understand Christianity in a simpler, more relatable way.

Dr. G has pastored churches across three continents, trained Bible teachers in more than 25 countries, and authored award-winning books. He also brings a deeply personal perspective, having faced tongue cancer and navigated a life-changing health journey with faith and humor.

In this conversation, we explore the Bible, Christian doctrine, doubt, suffering, and the questions many people have but may be afraid to ask.

https://geraldrobison.com/

What does it really take to build a workplace where people from different backgrounds feel valued, included, and empowered to succeed?

In this episode of The Ufuoma Show, I sit down with Mathias Lemos Castillo, a strategic consultant and advisor with extensive experience helping organizations develop and implement diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Mathias shares his perspective on cultural competency, workplace inclusion, community engagement, and the role diversity can play in creating stronger organizations.

We explore why inclusion requires more than policies and statements, how leaders can navigate cultural differences, and what organizations can do to build sustainable cultures where people and businesses can thrive together.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlemoscastillo/

What can our relationships with animals teach us about love, loss, family, and the human experience?

In this episode of The Ufuoma Show, I sit down with Holly B. Gutwillinger, an author and podcaster from northern Ontario and the author of North of Broken & Furever Home.

Holly's debut novel, released in February 2026, explores a woman's complex relationship with her rescue dogs through a unique dual narrative told from both human and canine perspectives.

We talk about Holly's journey as a writer, the inspiration behind her debut novel, the emotional bond between people and rescue animals, and how our personal experiences often become the stories we feel compelled to tell.

Holly also shares her experience pursuing creative writing and an MFA in fiction while preparing for her next novel, a romantic comedy expected in 2027.

https://www.ramblingfromthelittleshed.com/

What can more than 25 years on Broadway teach us about leadership, teamwork, communication, and trust?

In this episode of The Ufuoma Show, I sit down with Teri Pruitt, a professional theatre artist with more than 30 years of experience, including over 25 years working on Broadway.

Teri challenges the idea that Broadway is simply about the stars. Behind every great performance is a team of hundreds of people working together, communicating, solving problems, trusting one another, and delivering under pressure.

Through her work with Open the Aperture, Teri brings the lessons of theatre into organizations, helping leaders and teams understand how collaboration, communication, and trust can transform the way they work together.

What if writing isn't just about telling stories—but about understanding life, preserving memories, and making sense of the experiences that shape us?

In this episode of The Ufuoma Show, I sit down with Nancy Jasin Ensley, an author, legal nurse, hospice specialist, teacher, and lifelong storyteller whose career has given her a unique perspective on the human experience.

Nancy has written across multiple genres, including memoir, fiction, science fiction, mystery, thriller, action and adventure, and children's literature. Her stories are deeply influenced by family, faith, service, caregiving, resilience, and the everyday experiences that connect us all.

We talk about how her professional experiences in nursing and hospice care have shaped her storytelling, what she has learned about life and loss, and why writing has become her way of listening, remembering, and reflecting.

https://nancyjasinensley.com/

How does the relationship we have—or don't have—with our fathers shape who we become?

In this powerful episode of The Ufuoma Show, I sit down with Fremon Williams, a husband, father, pastor, speaker, and author of Healing Father Wounds: Maximize the Father You Have, Heal from the One You Didn't, and Become the One You're Called to Be.

Fremon opens up about the impact of father wounds, the journey toward healing, and how unresolved pain can influence our identity, relationships, and future. We explore what it means to confront the past without allowing it to define your future.

Drawing from his personal testimony, faith, and experience helping others, Fremon shares practical and encouraging insights on breaking generational cycles, discovering identity, strengthening families, and building a legacy rooted in love, faith, and purpose.

https://www.fremonwilliams.com/

What can military leadership teach us about parenting, discipline, empathy, and raising the next generation?

In this episode of The Ufuoma Show, I sit down with Olaolu Ogunyemi, a U.S. Marine Officer, award-winning author, leadership mentor, and founder of Parent-Child-Connect.

Olaolu shares powerful insights from his experiences in military leadership, parenting, and mentoring, exploring how parents and leaders can build stronger relationships with the next generation while teaching discipline, confidence, empathy, and purpose.

We also discuss his children's book, Crow From the Shadow, and how storytelling can help children understand emotions, make better choices, and develop a healthy sense of self-worth.

https://parent-child-connect.com/free-resources

What do you believe—and perhaps more importantly, why do you believe it?

In this episode of The Ufuoma Show, I sit down with Sheila Krygsheld, author, speaker, educator, and mentor with a master's degree in Biblical Studies and Cultural Apologetics.

Sheila is passionate about helping people seek truth, understand Scripture, find their identity in Christ, and develop confidence in what they believe. Her book, What Makes You Say That? How to Study What You Believe So You Can Share It with Others, encourages readers to think more deeply about their faith and develop a stronger understanding of Scripture.

In our conversation, we explore the importance of asking questions, understanding the history and context of the Bible, developing a Christian worldview, and communicating your beliefs with confidence while engaging respectfully with people who think differently.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FRSY5F8V

What if true success isn't just about what you achieve, but how you experience your life while achieving it?

In this episode of The Ufuoma Show, I sit down with Steve Barton, executive coach, author, and creator of The Game of Ten®, an awareness-based framework designed to help leaders operate with greater clarity, confidence, and effectiveness.

With more than 47 years of real-world business experience, Steve shares insights from his journey in business and coaching, exploring how fear, self-doubt, guilt, and limiting thought patterns can influence our decisions, leadership, relationships, and overall performance.

We also explore why financial success doesn't always lead to fulfillment, how greater self-awareness can transform leadership, and what it really means to achieve success while maintaining peace of mind and a sense of purpose.

https://www.stevebartoncoaching.com/