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Drive, paired with raw talent and business savvy took award winning #1 songwriter and breakout country artist, John King, out of a little mountain town in Georgia and into the spotlight. After arming himself with a music degree from the University of Georgia, King moved to Nashville and experienced his first #1 with a song he co-wrote called “We Went” recorded by artist Randy Houser. He received a 2016 ASCAP Songwriter Award for the song's success. King also
wrote the first Hootie and the Blowfish song to be released since 2005. "Rollin" is featured on their upcoming album.

King’s current single, “Try Saying Goodbye” pulls from his storytelling prowess. It has already garnered more than 15 million streams and 30 major market radio adds including Atlanta, Boston and Seattle. It was described by Tom Roland, of Billboard Magazine, as “a de facto ear worm that continues to connect.” CMT stated “With fresh melodies and lyrics mixed with old school believability, John King is a serious new artist you need to have on your playlists”. It was named one of Rolling Stone’s Top 10 Country Songs, earning features from , Amazon, Whiskey Riff, Taste of Country and more. It was also featured on Apple Music’s “Best of the Week”, “A-List”, “Breaking Country” and “Broken Down” Playlists. Spotify also is featured the song on their 6 million listener playlist "Hot Country" as well as “New Boots”, “Wild Country” and “New from Nashville” Playlists.

Tieghan Gerard is the author of Half Baked Harvest Super Simple. The book includes wholesome recipes made with real ingredients, from cozy comfort foods to healthy(ish) desserts, sprinkled with a few over the top creations. She started with blog in 2012 and has been featured on The Cooking Channel, Food Network, HGTV, Crate & Barrel, Shape Magazine, Self Magazine, the Huffington Post, and PopSugar. Learn more about Tieghan at www.halfbakedharvest.com

Kevin Harrington is an original “shark” on the hit TV show Shark Tank, the creator of the infomercial, pioneer of the As Seen on TV brand, and co-founding board member of the Entrepreneur’s Organization.

Geraldo Rivera is an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning journalist, news reporter and talk show host. In this interview Geraldo discusses major news stories he covered including his critically-acclaimed coverage of OJ Simpson and JonBenet Ramsey.

Curtis Stone is a Michelin-starred chef, restaurateur, author, media personality, and businessman. He began his cooking career in his homeland of Australia and later honed his skills at Michelin-starred restaurants in London under renowned chef Marco Pierre White. He has also partnered with Princess Cruises to open SHARE, a six-course fine dining experience at sea.

Denise Austin is a fitness icon and at-home-workout pioneer. Denise is continuously focused on inspiring women in their 40’s, 50’s and 60’s and on this podcast with Wendy she shares her favorite workouts and daily inspirational tips.

Michael Bolton, the multiple Grammy Award-winning Singer, Songwriter and Social Activist talks about his incredible work with music and his Michael Bolton Charities: Chords of Hope. Michael won two Grammys for Best Pop Male Vocal Performance (nominated four times), six American Music Awards, three Emmy nominations and a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. As a songwriter, he has earned over 24 BMI & ASCAP Awards, including Songwriter of the Year, 9 Million-Air awards, and the Hitmakers Award from the Songwriters Hall of Fame. He has produced nine #1 singles, and has seen nine studio albums rank in the Top Ten. Michael has also been honored with several Humanitarian awards – including the Martin Luther King Award granted by the Congress of Racial Equality (C.O.R.E.), the Lewis Hine Award from The National Child Labor Committee, the Muhammed Ali Humanitarian Award, the Ellis Island Medal of Honor from the National Ethnic Coalition of Organizations, and the Frances Preston Lifetime Achievement Award.

Max Weinberg is the legendary drummer with Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band and longtime band leader for Conan O'Brien's late night shows. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member shares stories and behind the scenes insider news about his career and his current tour.

Tony Danza is an Emmy nominated actor who has starred in numerous hit TV shows and feature films. Danza's first big role was in the comedy Taxi playing the role of Tony Banta. His next big hit show was Who's the Boss playing Tony Micelli. He's now starring is the Netflix hit The Good Cop. In addition to acting, Tony has established himself as a stage performer. He's been touring for years singing hits and mixing in dance routines - which he discusses with us on this interview.

Tia Mowry is an actress and producer, known for Sister, Sister; The Hot Chick; and The Game. We discuss her acting career and also why she is joining Walgreens to help launch “WE Teachers,” a national initiative to support and recognize outstanding teachers who go above and beyond in the classroom.