WORLD GONE GOOD

Suits' Ray Proscia & General Hospital's Denise Alexander talk the good of friendship: Navigating the good, the not so good, and the in-between. I've had both of these two people in my life for over twenty plus years. They are the definition of good friends. On a side note, this is the third project I've brought them together on. Ask them how many projects they've brought me in for, go on, I'll wait...

Craft queen Margot Potter talks good creative, the arts, and how to rise like a Phoenix, which she's had to do herself a few times over. From Mornings with Madge to The Lady Party to being a self-proclaimed 'impatient crafter' to authoring two books, Margot's got the goods to share on creativity. You'll be inspired to get crafty yourself, I promise. (No glue guns or glitter were used in the production of this podcast...well...at least not by me).

Mortgage Matters' Guy Rivera interviews Steve about World Gone Good.

Composer/singer/songwriter Mary Edwards was the victim of a racist's attack. How do you find the good when something this bad happens to you? It's a difficult conversation to have, which is exactly why we're having it.

CONTENT WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS LANGUAGE THAT MAY BE UPSETTING TO SOME LISTENERS.

Philip Anthony Mangan made an inspiring life change: He became a farmer and moved to Hawaii to transform 13 acres of land into a working farm. For those of us thinking 'It's too late to go down another path,' this man proves it's never too late, it's actually never too soon, to find the good in being present and being yourself.

Three Halloween addicts talk good spooky talk: Barry Jay is a horror movie fanatic and the writer/director/producer of the features, "Ashes" and "Killer Therapy;" Marlene Thompson and her husband begin their annual tradition of transforming their front yard into a Halloween spectacle; and Dudley Beene is the wig, makeup, and outfit extraordinaire who is known in West Hollywood for his yearly group-themed costumes. What's good about being scared? Grab your candy and let’s find out.

Writer/director Barry Jay joins Steve to discuss their Top 3 favorite scary movies of all time in this bonus content. Barry's films include "Ashes" and "Killer Therapy." He is a self-professed horror fanatic. Steve likes horror too but not the way Barry does. Barry clearly has a problem and needs help. Steve is fine. There is nothing wrong with Steve. Wait. What have you heard? Never mind, go enjoy this good bit of Halloween extra. (Seriously, what have you heard?).

PaSean Wilson-Ashley tells her journey from Broadway to vegan baker to owner of MamaAunties Vegan Goodies. If you need some inspiration and love dessert, this is the good for you. Seriously, how good are her vegan cakes and ice cream? I had her send me a cake a few months back thru the mail. She's that good. And so is her story. (No desserts were harmed in the making of this podcast).

Live Better's Bret Gornik talks how goal planning and taking chances on yourself makes you live better and live good. Bret is a personal trainer and kicks bootcamp butt on the regular with Barry's - Chicago. He's married to his college sweetheart and together they believe their dog is cuter than your dog (Note: Their dog is pretty stinkin' cute - I have seen how cute this dog is - so you better step it up before you challenge them on this).