The Voice of Hope with Dr. Ken Huey

Is AI replacing people, or making them more valuable than ever?

In this episode of The Voice of Hope, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Ian Campbell, CEO of Nucleus Research and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Value Sale, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the workplace, reshaping leadership, and changing the way organizations measure success.

With more than 25 years of experience analyzing the value of technology, Ian shares why people resist change, how leaders can encourage technology adoption, and why AI could make individual employees more valuable even as organizations become more efficient.

Together, they discuss the importance of looking beyond AI hype to focus on measurable results, the challenges of managing smaller but more productive teams, and why successful technology adoption starts with understanding human behavior.

Ian also explains how organizations can measure the return on investment of new technology, why producing more doesn't always mean producing better, and what decades of technological change have taught him about human resilience.

This conversation offers a refreshing perspective on the future of AI, reminding leaders that technology's greatest potential isn't simply replacing human effort but helping people work smarter, adapt, and create meaningful value.

Learn more about Ian Campbell and Nucleus Research: https://nucleusresearch.com/

On this episode of The Voice of Hope, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Michelle Anderton, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, educator, and owner of Compassionate ABA Consulting, to explore what compassionate, individualized ABA care can look like.

Michelle shares how her early experiences working with students with disabilities shaped her belief that every child deserves the opportunity to build independence, advocate for themselves, and discover what they are capable of.

They discuss common misconceptions about ABA, why behavior should be understood as communication, and how caregivers can create environments where children feel safe to make mistakes and ask for help. Michelle also explains why ABA should never be a one-size-fits-all approach and how treatment can better reflect each child's strengths, family, culture, and individual needs.

The conversation also explores compassionate leadership, mentorship for future behavior analysts, bringing ABA principles into educational settings, and Michelle's hope for greater collaboration across behavioral health, education, medicine, speech therapy, and occupational therapy.

At its core, this episode is a reminder to look beyond limitations and give children the tools, opportunities, and support they need to find their voice and thrive.

What happens when mental health struggles are less about one diagnosis and more about how we relate to ourselves, others, and the world around us?

In this episode of The Voice of Hope Podcast, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Jackie Ivey, LMHC, to explore the role connection, boundaries, empathy, and relationships play in mental health and healing.

Jackie shares her unexpected path into counseling, how her personal connection to addiction shaped her work, and what she has learned from moving from therapist to clinical leadership.

They also discuss the growing impact of technology and digital overstimulation, the importance of setting healthy boundaries with social media, and why the relationship between therapist and client can be one of the most important parts of effective care.

Jackie also shares what gives her hope in difficult therapeutic moments and offers practical encouragement for anyone who feels overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure how to take the first step toward getting help.

This conversation is a reminder that healing does not happen in isolation. Connection, trust, compassion, and the courage to ask for support can make a meaningful difference.

AI is changing the way we work, but successful transformation is still fundamentally human.

In this episode of The Voice of Hope with Dr. Ken Huey, Ken sits down with Stephen Salaka, Chief Technology Officer at MealMatch AI, to explore the human side of technology, AI, and organizational change.

Drawing on more than two decades in technology and a background in industrial and organizational psychology, Stephen explains why even the best technology fails without trust, alignment, and people willing to embrace it. 

They discuss why fear is one of the biggest barriers to AI adoption, how years of professional experience become even more valuable in an AI-driven workplace, and why keeping a “human in the loop” matters. Stephen also shares a practical approach for anyone overwhelmed by AI: forget trying to learn everything and start by solving one real problem.  

The conversation also explores leadership during digital transformation, the importance of discernment in an age of endless AI-generated information, Stephen’s work as a science fiction author, and how MealMatch AI is exploring food as a tool to support healthier lives.  

If AI and rapid change feel overwhelming, this conversation offers a simple reminder: you don’t have to master everything at once. Start small, stay curious, and keep the human element at the center.

What if true success isn't measured by how much money you make, but by how many lives you improve?

In this episode of The Voice of Hope, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Vladlen Xavier Stark, CFO of Remuda Building and Founder of Luxara, to explore the power of resilience, entrepreneurship, and building a life driven by purpose.

From his journey as an immigrant to becoming a finance executive and entrepreneur, Vlad shares how adapting to new environments, overcoming challenges, and learning from different cultures shaped his approach to leadership and success.

He takes us behind the scenes of building Luxara, a luxury real estate co-ownership platform designed to make high-end property investments more accessible. He also explains how artificial intelligence helped him build a business while balancing his full-time career and family responsibilities.

But beyond business and financial success, this conversation explores something deeper: the legacy we leave behind.

Inspired by the values his grandparents instilled in him, Vlad believes success comes from improving the lives of others. Whether it's supporting employees, helping customers, or encouraging aspiring entrepreneurs, his philosophy is simple: build something meaningful, and let financial success follow.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• How immigration and competitive sports shaped Vlad's resilience and leadership.
• The inspiration behind Luxara and its approach to luxury real estate.
• How AI can help entrepreneurs turn ambitious ideas into reality.
• Why building a business should be about creating value, not just chasing money.
• How family values and personal experiences shape the legacy we leave behind.
• Why taking the first step and finding the right support system can change everything.

For anyone feeling stuck, afraid to pursue a dream, or questioning what success really means, Vlad offers a reminder that you don't need to have everything figured out to begin.

Sometimes, all it takes is one step, someone who believes in you, and the courage to keep going.

Listen to this inspiring conversation on The Voice of Hope with Dr. Ken Huey and discover why the greatest measure of success may be the difference you make in someone else's life.

What if burnout isn’t just about how much you’re doing, but the hidden patterns driving you to do it?

In this episode of The Voice of Hope Podcast, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Sleiman “Slayman” Abou-Hamdan, a clinical psychologist, executive coach, keynote speaker, and creator of the 3Cs Framework.

Sleiman shares how his own experiences, from growing up during a civil war to serving in the Australian Army and working in executive leadership, shaped his understanding of how the nervous system responds to pressure.

Together, Ken and Sleiman explore the hidden patterns behind achievement and burnout, identity confusion in high performers, and why self-awareness matters for healthier leadership. They also unpack Sleiman’s 3Cs of Clarity, Courage, and Connection and discuss why emotional intelligence and adaptability are becoming even more important in the age of AI.

This conversation is a reminder that sustainable performance starts from within. When we understand what drives our reactions, choices, and need for achievement, we can lead with greater clarity and build stronger connections with the people around us.

What does it really take to support a child struggling with their mental health?

In this episode of The Voice of Hope, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Amy Rice, Associate Director of Specialty Behavioral Health at Gardner Health Services, to explore the growing pressures facing children and adolescents today.

Amy shares how her own experience with therapy inspired her career, why early intervention matters, and how parents can create stronger connections with their children without forcing difficult conversations.

They also discuss building trust with young clients, why behavior can be an expression of deeper emotions, and one of the biggest misconceptions about therapy: that the child has to do the work alone.

From families navigating anxiety and stress to therapists learning how to meet young people where they are, this conversation offers practical insight and a reminder that sometimes helping someone starts with simply showing up.

What does it really take to help someone rebuild after violence?

In this episode of The Voice of Hope Podcast, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Zeeshan Ali, Deputy Executive Director at Apna Ghar, Inc., to explore what healing and resilience look like beyond simply leaving an abusive situation.

Drawing on his background in behavior analysis and nonprofit leadership, Zeeshan explains how our environments shape behavior, why survivors often face interconnected challenges involving housing, finances, careers, relationships, identity, and trust, and why effective support must address physical, emotional, and psychological safety.

They also challenge common misconceptions about domestic and gender-based violence, discuss the importance of individualized and trauma-informed support, and explore how communities can help create lasting change.

For Zeeshan, hope is more than optimism. It is a decision to keep investing in people, even when progress takes time.

What if the principles we use to understand behavior could also help us build better teams, stronger organizations, and more effective leaders?

In this episode of The Voice of Hope Podcast, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Chelsea McAdams, Chief Operations Officer at Connections Behavior Planning & Intervention, to explore the science of Applied Behavior Analysis and why its impact reaches far beyond autism services.

Chelsea shares how she found her way into ABA, some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the field, and why she believes behavior is ultimately a form of communication. She also explains how Organizational Behavior Management can help leaders improve workplace culture, employee recognition, retention, and organizational growth.

The conversation also explores the importance of building systems that do not depend on one person, creating clear processes that can scale, and using positive reinforcement more intentionally in both clinical care and leadership. Chelsea offers an encouraging look at where ABA could be headed as behavioral principles become more widely understood and applied across industries.

If you work in behavioral health, education, leadership, or simply want to better understand why people do what they do, this conversation offers a practical new perspective on behavior and the systems around us.

What does truly neurodiversity-affirming care look like, and how can behavioral healthcare evolve to better serve individuals with autism?

In this episode of The Voice of Hope Podcast, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Amanda “Mandy” Ralston, CEO of Mirabelle Care and founder of NonBinary Solutions, to explore the changing landscape of autism services and Applied Behavior Analysis.

Mandy shares how her 25+ years in the field shaped her approach to care, why autism should never be treated as a one-size-fits-all diagnosis, and what it means to move beyond binary thinking. They also discuss the role of technology and data in improving clinical decision-making, the importance of collaboration between ABA, speech, occupational therapy, and medical providers, and the challenges families still face accessing quality services.

Mandy also explains why stronger systems, better outcomes, and a more individualized approach to care could help shape the future of autism services.