This Week in America with Ric Bratton

What does the future of entertainment look like? From virtual reality and artificial intelligence to interactive theme parks, museums, and cutting-edge attractions, technology is transforming the way we experience entertainment.

On This Week in America with Ric Bratton, author and immersive entertainment expert Michael Mascioni discusses his book Expanding the Immersive Landscape in Leisure Facilities and explores the innovations reshaping the world of leisure and entertainment.

Discover how virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), mixed reality, artificial intelligence, projection mapping, drones, and haptic technology are creating extraordinary new experiences for audiences around the world.

Michael examines how theme parks, museums, escape rooms, entertainment centers, and other leisure destinations are moving beyond traditional attractions to create environments where visitors become active participants rather than passive spectators.

The conversation explores the growing importance of interactive storytelling, personalized entertainment, and social experiences, along with the opportunities and challenges facing businesses adopting these emerging technologies.

Whether you're fascinated by the future of technology, the evolution of entertainment, or the ways immersive experiences are changing our everyday lives, this conversation offers a compelling look at what's coming next.

About This Week in America

Hosted by veteran broadcaster Ric Bratton, This Week in America features engaging conversations with bestselling authors, industry experts, innovators, and thought leaders. With more than 20,000 interviews conducted throughout his broadcasting career, Ric brings decades of experience to discussions covering technology, health, business, personal development, entertainment, and more. The program is distributed through radio, podcast platforms, YouTube, and social media.

Discover more fascinating interviews on This Week in America with Ric Bratton, featuring authors and experts discussing emerging technology, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, innovation, entertainment trends, and the ideas shaping our future.

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Author Benton Savage joins Ric Bratton on This Week in America to discuss his powerful memoir, Wrong Side Out: Madness Misdiagnosed.

Savage shares the deeply personal story of years marked by confusion, paranoia, damaged relationships, poor judgment, and the struggle to understand what was happening inside his own mind. He discusses the consequences of misdiagnosis, the importance of proper treatment, and what it took to rebuild his life with greater clarity and accountability.

Wrong Side Out goes beyond labels to offer a candid, firsthand look at mental illness, survival, recovery, identity, and the long road toward trusting yourself again.

But this isn't simply a story about mental illness. It's about survival, accountability, getting the right help, rebuilding trust in yourself, and reclaiming a life that once seemed completely out of control.

How do you find your way back when your own judgment has betrayed you?

Author Benton Savage shares his remarkable story of collapse, clarity and self-reclamation.

Learn more about Benton Savage and his writing, including Fortune Cookies: 100 Sayings to Help You Navigate Life’s Challenges, The Stoic Alcoholic and Free and Satisfied.

This Week in America with Ric Bratton features conversations with authors, experts, innovators and newsmakers from around the world. With more than 20,000 interviews over his broadcasting career, Ric Bratton brings experience, curiosity and thoughtful conversation to every interview.

Listen to this compelling conversation with Benton Savage about Wrong Side Out: Madness Misdiagnosed and one man's journey through mental illness, misdiagnosis, accountability, recovery and the difficult work of reclaiming his life.

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Steve Jobs and Jesus Christ.

Two names you probably never expected to hear described the same way.

But author Tracy Emerick calls both of them “extreme entrepreneurs.”

Why?

Because Emerick believes the greatest entrepreneurs aren't ultimately defined by the money they make. They're defined by how profoundly they change the lives of other people.

Steve Jobs helped put powerful technology into the hands of ordinary people—a “bicycle for the mind.”

Jesus Christ offered a message that transformed fear into love and continues to influence billions of people around the world.

Tracy Emerick brings an unusual combination of business, academic, political and religious experience to the discussion. He operated a direct marketing agency for twenty years, spent another decade in marketing and business development consulting, taught graduate-level university courses, served as a state representative and planning board member, and spent decades serving his church. His academic background includes philosophy, an MBA and a Ph.D. in business administration.

This Week in America with Ric Bratton features conversations with authors, experts, innovators and newsmakers from around the world. With more than 20,000 interviews over his broadcasting career, Ric Bratton brings experience, curiosity and thoughtful conversation to every interview.

Listen as Tracy Emerick explains why Steve Jobs and Jesus Christ represent his model of the “extreme entrepreneur” and what their radically different lives can teach us about purpose, impact, innovation and making our own lives more meaningful.

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Keywords: Tracy Emerick, Extreme Entrepreneurs, Steve Jobs, Jesus Christ, entrepreneurship, extreme entrepreneur, innovation, faith, technology, soul, purpose, leadership, human potential, personal mission, business philosophy, author interview, Ric Bratton, This Week in America.

What separated Steve Jobs from every other entrepreneur—and can those same habits help you succeed?

On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, Ric welcomes Dr. Robert M. Toguchi, author of The Winning Habits of Steve Jobs, for a fascinating conversation about the mindset, daily habits, and leadership principles that helped Steve Jobs become one of the most influential innovators in modern history.

Rather than simply retelling the story of Apple's legendary co-founder, Dr. Toguchi explores the practical habits that fueled Jobs' extraordinary success. He explains how Jobs developed routines and behaviors aligned with his core values and long-term goals. The book concentrates on the “how” behind Jobs' success, rather than simply chronicling the events and product launches of his career.

The discussion also compares Jobs' habits with those of other prominent entrepreneurs, including Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, Mark Cuban, Mark Zuckerberg, and Larry Ellison. Dr. Toguchi examines lessons involving innovation, leadership, discipline, creativity, problem-solving, and personal growth—and how those principles can be applied in business and everyday life.

Dr. Toguchi brings considerable leadership experience to the subject. He is a former faculty member at the National Defense University, where he taught leadership, strategy, and personal effectiveness, and he spent years contributing to conceptual change within the U.S. Army.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, manager, student, or simply someone looking to improve your productivity and leadership skills, this interview offers practical insights into developing habits designed to support long-term success.

This Week in America with Ric Bratton features conversations with authors, experts, innovators, and thought leaders from around the world. Hosted by veteran broadcaster Ric Bratton, the program is heard on radio stations across the country and distributed through major podcast and digital platforms.

Keywords: Dr. Robert Toguchi, The Winning Habits of Steve Jobs, Steve Jobs, Apple, entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, success habits, personal development, productivity, business strategy, entrepreneurial mindset, Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, Mark Cuban, Mark Zuckerberg, Larry Ellison, Ric Bratton, This Week in America

Listen to This Week in America with Ric Bratton for an insightful conversation with Dr. Robert Toguchi about The Winning Habits of Steve Jobs and the habits, behaviors, and principles that can help entrepreneurs and professionals pursue greater personal and professional success.

What separated Steve Jobs from every other entrepreneur—and can those same habits help you succeed?

On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, Ric welcomes Dr. Robert M. Toguchi, author of The Winning Habits of Steve Jobs, for a fascinating conversation about the mindset, daily habits, and leadership principles that helped Steve Jobs become one of the most influential innovators in modern history.

Rather than simply retelling the story of Apple's legendary co-founder, Dr. Toguchi explores the practical habits that fueled Jobs' extraordinary success. He explains how Jobs developed routines and behaviors aligned with his core values and long-term goals. The book concentrates on the “how” behind Jobs' success, rather than simply chronicling the events and product launches of his career. 

The discussion also compares Jobs' habits with those of other prominent entrepreneurs, including Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, Mark Cuban, Mark Zuckerberg, and Larry Ellison. Dr. Toguchi examines lessons involving innovation, leadership, discipline, creativity, problem-solving, and personal growth—and how those principles can be applied in business and everyday life. 

Dr. Toguchi brings considerable leadership experience to the subject. He is a former faculty member at the National Defense University, where he taught leadership, strategy, and personal effectiveness, and he spent years contributing to conceptual change within the U.S. Army. 

Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, manager, student, or simply someone looking to improve your productivity and leadership skills, this interview offers practical insights into developing habits designed to support long-term success.

This Week in America with Ric Bratton features conversations with authors, experts, innovators, and thought leaders from around the world. Hosted by veteran broadcaster Ric Bratton, the program is heard on radio stations across the country and distributed through major podcast and digital platforms.

Keywords: Dr. Robert Toguchi, The Winning Habits of Steve Jobs, Steve Jobs, Apple, entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, success habits, personal development, productivity, business strategy, entrepreneurial mindset, Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, Mark Cuban, Mark Zuckerberg, Larry Ellison, Ric Bratton, This Week in America

Listen to This Week in America with Ric Bratton for an insightful conversation with Dr. Robert Toguchi about The Winning Habits of Steve Jobs and the habits, behaviors, and principles that can help entrepreneurs and professionals pursue greater personal and professional success.

What if one of the keys to fighting climate change isn’t simply eliminating fossil fuels—but finding a cleaner way to burn the fuels we still use?

On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, Ric welcomes Don Owens, author of Burn Fuel Better: From Helpless to Hopeful in the Race Against Climate Change.

Owens examines black carbon, the particulate pollution produced through incomplete combustion, and discusses why he believes reducing these emissions can play an important role in addressing climate change. His book focuses on solutions that could potentially be implemented now rather than waiting decades for a complete transition to alternative energy sources.

Drawing on his background as an engineer, patent attorney, inventor, and entrepreneur, Owens also discusses his work developing hydrogen-related technology designed to improve combustion and reduce harmful particulate emissions. His career includes an engineering degree from General Motors Institute—now Kettering University—a law degree from Georgetown University, and numerous patents involving hydrogen technology.

Burn Fuel Better combines Owens' personal journey as an inventor with his argument for a practical, technology-driven approach to environmental challenges. It's a conversation about innovation, black carbon, hydrogen technology, personal responsibility, and turning concern about climate change into action.

This Week in America with Ric Bratton features conversations with authors, experts, innovators, and thought leaders from around the world. Hosted by veteran broadcaster Ric Bratton, the program is heard on radio stations across the country and distributed through major podcast and digital platforms.

Keywords: Don Owens, Burn Fuel Better, climate change, black carbon, hydrogen technology, clean energy, fossil fuels, emissions reduction, environmental technology, sustainability, climate solutions, energy innovation, This Week in America, Ric Bratton

Listen to This Week in America with Ric Bratton for an informative conversation with Don Owens about Burn Fuel Better and his approach to using innovation and existing technology to address black-carbon emissions and climate change.

Burn Fuel Better is also scheduled to be featured at the Frankfurt Book Fair October 7–11, 2026, with Owens scheduled for book-signing appearances there. 

What if one of the keys to fighting climate change isn’t simply eliminating fossil fuels—but finding a cleaner way to burn the fuels we still use?

On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, Ric welcomes Don Owens, author of Burn Fuel Better: From Helpless to Hopeful in the Race Against Climate Change.

Owens examines black carbon, the particulate pollution produced through incomplete combustion, and discusses why he believes reducing these emissions can play an important role in addressing climate change. His book focuses on solutions that could potentially be implemented now rather than waiting decades for a complete transition to alternative energy sources. 

Drawing on his background as an engineer, patent attorney, inventor, and entrepreneur, Owens also discusses his work developing hydrogen-related technology designed to improve combustion and reduce harmful particulate emissions. His career includes an engineering degree from General Motors Institute—now Kettering University—a law degree from Georgetown University, and numerous patents involving hydrogen technology.

Burn Fuel Better combines Owens' personal journey as an inventor with his argument for a practical, technology-driven approach to environmental challenges. It's a conversation about innovation, black carbon, hydrogen technology, personal responsibility, and turning concern about climate change into action.

This Week in America with Ric Bratton features conversations with authors, experts, innovators, and thought leaders from around the world. Hosted by veteran broadcaster Ric Bratton, the program is heard on radio stations across the country and distributed through major podcast and digital platforms.

Keywords: Don Owens, Burn Fuel Better, climate change, black carbon, hydrogen technology, clean energy, fossil fuels, emissions reduction, environmental technology, sustainability, climate solutions, energy innovation, This Week in America, Ric Bratton

Listen to This Week in America with Ric Bratton for an informative conversation with Don Owens about Burn Fuel Better and his approach to using innovation and existing technology to address black-carbon emissions and climate change.

Burn Fuel Better is also scheduled to be featured at the Frankfurt Book Fair October 7–11, 2026, with Owens scheduled for book-signing appearances there. 

A young man climbs a mountain determined to prove himself to his father—and comes back wearing the hide of a man-eating lion.

But becoming Aleon-Tabah, the Lion Slayer, is only the beginning.

Author David Lee Gibbs takes us into the fascinating and dangerous world of ancient Phoenicia in his historical novel The Lion Slayer: A Tale of Ancient Phoenicia.

It’s a world of legendary seafarers, powerful priests, deadly disease, dangerous Mediterranean voyages and brutal traditions. And at the center is a young man whose fight for survival will eventually transform him into one of the most feared pirates of the Bronze Age.

What do we really know about the Phoenicians—and how did years of research bring this ancient civilization back to life?

David Lee Gibbs joins us to talk about The Lion Slayer, coming up on This Week in America with Ric Bratton.

This Week in America with Ric Bratton features conversations with authors, experts, innovators and fascinating personalities from around the world. Hosted by veteran broadcaster Ric Bratton, the program is heard on radio stations across the country and available through leading podcast and digital platforms.

Discover David Lee Gibbs and The Lion Slayer: A Tale of Ancient Phoenicia in this conversation about Phoenician history, Bronze Age civilization, ancient Mediterranean culture, historical fiction, courage, survival, identity and the legendary seafarers who helped shape the ancient world.

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What if the strategies that made companies successful in the past are exactly what prevent them from succeeding in the future?

On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, business strategist and author Ralph Welborn discusses TOPPLE: The End of the Firm-Based Strategy and the Rise of New Models for Explosive Growth, co-authored with Sajan Pillai.

Traditional business strategy has long focused on what happens within the boundaries of an individual company. But today's most disruptive and successful organizations increasingly create value through networks, ecosystems, partnerships, and new business models that reach far beyond the traditional firm.

Ralph explains why established companies can struggle to recognize disruptive change, how business ecosystems are reshaping competition, and why leaders need to rethink where value is created and how their organizations participate in rapidly changing markets.

The conversation explores the forces behind industry disruption, the importance of identifying new sources of value, and how organizations can position themselves to take advantage of opportunities that conventional strategic thinking may overlook.

TOPPLE challenges executives, entrepreneurs, and business leaders to reconsider some of their most fundamental assumptions about competition, innovation, and growth—and provides a framework for understanding how tomorrow's most successful businesses may be built.

This Week in America with Ric Bratton brings listeners compelling conversations with authors, thought leaders, business experts, innovators, and extraordinary individuals whose ideas and stories educate, inspire, and inform.

For listeners interested in business strategy, disruptive innovation, digital transformation, business ecosystems, entrepreneurship, leadership, competitive strategy, organizational change, and new models for growth, this conversation with Ralph Welborn offers a thought-provoking look at how businesses can compete in an increasingly interconnected world.

KEYWORDS

Ralph Welborn, TOPPLE, Sajan Pillai, Topple book, business strategy, disruptive innovation, business disruption, business ecosystems, digital transformation, explosive growth, innovation strategy, corporate strategy, competitive strategy, entrepreneurship, business leadership, organizational change, business transformation, growth strategy, new business models, ecosystem strategy, future of business, business innovation, leadership, strategy podcast, business podcast, author interview, This Week in America, Ric Bratton, TWIA, podcast interview

What if the strategies that made companies successful in the past are exactly what prevent them from succeeding in the future?

On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, business strategist and author Ralph Welborn discusses TOPPLE: The End of the Firm-Based Strategy and the Rise of New Models for Explosive Growth, co-authored with Sajan Pillai.

Traditional business strategy has long focused on what happens within the boundaries of an individual company. But today's most disruptive and successful organizations increasingly create value through networks, ecosystems, partnerships, and new business models that reach far beyond the traditional firm.

Ralph explains why established companies can struggle to recognize disruptive change, how business ecosystems are reshaping competition, and why leaders need to rethink where value is created and how their organizations participate in rapidly changing markets.

The conversation explores the forces behind industry disruption, the importance of identifying new sources of value, and how organizations can position themselves to take advantage of opportunities that conventional strategic thinking may overlook.

TOPPLE challenges executives, entrepreneurs, and business leaders to reconsider some of their most fundamental assumptions about competition, innovation, and growth—and provides a framework for understanding how tomorrow's most successful businesses may be built.

This Week in America with Ric Bratton brings listeners compelling conversations with authors, thought leaders, business experts, innovators, and extraordinary individuals whose ideas and stories educate, inspire, and inform.

For listeners interested in business strategy, disruptive innovation, digital transformation, business ecosystems, entrepreneurship, leadership, competitive strategy, organizational change, and new models for growth, this conversation with Ralph Welborn offers a thought-provoking look at how businesses can compete in an increasingly interconnected world.

KEYWORDS

Ralph Welborn, TOPPLE, Sajan Pillai, Topple book, business strategy, disruptive innovation, business disruption, business ecosystems, digital transformation, explosive growth, innovation strategy, corporate strategy, competitive strategy, entrepreneurship, business leadership, organizational change, business transformation, growth strategy, new business models, ecosystem strategy, future of business, business innovation, leadership, strategy podcast, business podcast, author interview, This Week in America, Ric Bratton, TWIA, podcast interview