Michael Cartellone is the drummer for the famed rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd and Damn Yankess (who never officially broke up) He attended the Cleveland Institute of Art at the age of four, until he began drumming at the age of nine. He completely threw himself into drumming, playing his first professional gig at a bar at the age of eleven, although he never stopped painting. Michael continued studying both drumming and painting simultaneously, throughout his grade school and high school years. By...

Jesse Bradley is the lead pastor at Grace Community Church in the greater Seattle area. He is a speaker, author, evangelist, and former professional soccer goalkeeper. Jesse was an atheist who came to know Jesus in a very unlikely way at Dartmouth College. After a tragic illness, Jesse fought for his life for a year, taking ten years to fully recover. God transformed his purpose and passion during this time. He is a regular on every major network and international television because he wants...

Lindy Boone, the daughter of the legendary entertainer Pat Boone. She has carved her own path as a singer-songwriter, advocate, and beacon of hope. In 2001, Lindy faced every parent's nightmare when her son, Ryan Corbin, suffered a traumatic brain injury in a devastating accident. This tragic event propelled Lindy to the forefront of advocating for traumatic brain injury awareness and support. Alongside her family, she established a non-profit organization, Ryan's Reach, that provides vital...

My guest today is the legendary singer/songwriter Dan Hill. Without a doubt you’ve all heard his signature hit, “Sometimes When We Touch”. The song has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Songs of the Century and one of Top 100 Most Played Songs of All Time by BMI. A song that Dolly Parton says is her favorite song of all time and she wish she had written it herself. Dan’s other hits include “Can’t We Try” (#1 Billboard AC Record of the Year in 1987, which spent 29 weeks on Billboard...

Grammy winner John McEuen will release his new album, The Newsman, on April 12 on Compass Records. An unprecedented move for McEuen, the album is 10 spoken word tracks (and one instrumental), all mini-movies, with John’s unique style of music behind each. From the opening title track, a true story about a man who sold newspapers and was a tremendous influence on the young musician in Los Angeles, to the final cut, “Julie’s Theme,” inspired by Julies Verne telling a friend, in a French...

Dion DiMucci better known as Dion, is a Rock and Roll Hall Famer who’s career spans 6 decades. And he’s still rockin’ and a rollin’.  Before there was The Beatles or The Rolling Stones, Dion was one of the most prominent rock and roll performers of the pre-British Invasion era. Initially the lead singer of the vocal group Dion and the Belmonts, he then embarked on a solo career, he had 39 Top 40 hits in the late 1950s and early 1960s as a solo performer, or with the Belmonts and the...

My guest today is Grammy-winning songstress Crystal Gayle the beloved country music icon whose reign in the music business includes 22 No. 1 country hits, four top twenty pop hits, six Gold albums and three certified Platinum, including We Must Believe in Magic which was the first album by a female artist in country music history to reach platinum sales. Crystal has two CMA awards, four American Music Awards and five Academy of Country Music Awards. Crystal is also a Grammy Award winner for...

My guest today is filmmaker Katie Cleary. In her latest groundbreaking documentary, WHY ON EARTH, she joins forces with iconic actor and director Clint Eastwood, along with actress Maggie Q and others, to explore the vital connection between humans, animals, and our planet. Through rarely-before-seen footage, WHY ON EARTH sheds light on the devastating effects of deforestation on endangered species. This collaboration with Clint Eastwood is a testament to Katie's dedication to raising...

MAURICIO MARTÍNEZ is an Emmy-winning actor and Broadway star, and recording artist whose work spans film, television, albums, concerts, plays, and musicals. He made his Broadway debut playing Cuban hit maker and producer 'Emilio Estefan' in On Your Feet! The Story Of Emilio & Gloria Estefan on Broadway and its first National Tour. Mauricio, a household name in Mexico & Latin America, can also be seen in two seasons of NBC Universo's original Emmy Winning TV series El Vato on Netflix....

Superstar singer-songwriter and artist Brady Seals. He carries a remarkable musical pedigree as part of the Seals family, connected to industry luminaries like Jimmy Seals, Dan Seals and Troy Seals. With over 11 million albums sold, Brady’s career soared during his six-year tenure with Little Texas, contributing to three consecutive number one hits and earning the ASCAP Triple Play Award. His solo journey showcased collaborations with Rodney Crowell and a self-titled CD featuring industry...

In 2005, T. Martin Bennett stumbled across rare information about Mitsuo Fuchida, the Japanese pilot who led the attack on Pearl Harbor. His novel Wounded Tiger – the incredible, true story of the Japanese pilot who led the attack on Pearl Harbor and his amazing journey to redemption. This 3rd edition of the book contains updated material, plus 300 never-before-seen photos. It is meticulously researched history that reads like a fast-paced, action-packed novel. This true story maybe about...

Clark Bartram is a celebrated fitness expert, former US Marine, and accomplished fitness model, writer and trainer. He has established himself as one of the world’s top online trainers and previously hosted a TV fitness show. Clark’s passion for sports led him to pursue bodybuilding, and then become a personal trainer, earning the prestigious title of ISSA Master Trainer. Clark continues to offer online fitness coaching focusing on men over 50. Clark is founder and host of the Maximized Man...

When your music speaks to billions of people all around the world - you’re bringing some serious jam to the game.  John Capek has the rhythm of his native ancestry coursing through his musical veins. This heritage, woven together with a deep resonance to African rhythms, the Blues, a little gospel and formal, classical training, have been the lifeblood of his hit-making artistry. As a composer, keyboard player, producer, arranger, and film and television scorer, John Capek’s unparalleled...

The Reverend follows gospel-rock icon and activist Reverend Vince Anderson. After coming to New York in the 90’s to enter seminary, Vince dropped out to follow his second calling - music. With his band The Love Choir, he has played a now-legendary weekly show for over twenty years. Reconnecting with his faith and using his intense soulful music, he began to preach a type of spirituality that is open to all, meets people where they are, and moves ever yone that sees him play. Reverend Vince is...

Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and music producer Buck Johnson is the keyboardist and backing vocalist for the legendary rock band Aerosmith, the Hollywood Vampires (Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper, and Joe Perry), and The Joe Perry Project. Buck hails from the backroads of Shady Grove, Alabama, just outside Birmingham, where he grew up singing gospel throughout the South with his musical family. Since beginning his career, the soulful rock artist has amplified his musical talent by...

Legendary singer/songwriter Manchester is celebrating her fifty-year career with a new album RE:View.  Following her stint as a founding member of Bette Midler’s Harlettes, Melissa’s tremendously successful solo career brought her critical and commercial acclaim, garnering her nineteen Billboard charted hits.  She’s known for “Midnight Blue”, but she received her first Grammy nomination for Best Pop Female Vocal Performance in 1979 for the Peter Allen/Carole Bayer Sager-penned “Don’t Cry Out...

Wilson Fairchild, a country music duo made up of Wil and Langdon Reid. They come from country music and gospel royalty as, Wil’s dad is Harold Reid and Langdon’s dad is Don Reid of the legendary Statler Brothers.   Both highly acclaimed songwriters, Wil and Langdon have been writing songs and playing guitar since their teenage years and have written with chart toppers like Bryan Kennedy (Garth Brooks), Gordon Kennedy (Peter Frampton), Jeff Hyde (Eric Church) and more. They learned from the...

T.G. Sheppard has always had an unstoppable passion for music. That passion, combined with a steadfast dedication to entertainment, has made him one of the most popular live performers in country music today. With 21 #1 hit songs, his live concerts are packed full of his chart-topping tunes like “Last Cheater’s Waltz,” “I Loved ‘Em Every One,” and “Do You Wanna Go To Heaven.” TG Sheppard recently celebrated the 40th Anniversary of his #1 hit single "Slow Burn" in 2023, which was released in...

My guest today is country/folk recording artist Mary McGuinness, an accomplished artist based in Nashville. She is celebrated for her multi-cultural roots and relentless devotion to music. Her newest single "Once In A Blue Moon" is a prelude to Mary's forthcoming full-length album, "Shadowcatcher", expected to launch in early 2024. Co-written with Jane Back, this single portrays a melody-rich narrative of a love so rare it feels like a masterpiece painted by destiny itself. With influences...

For patients suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, no memories are safe — from the recollections of daily responsibilities to our most cherished moments. And despite having invested billions of dollars over the last 30 years into Alzheimer’s research, the pharmaceutical industry has approved few drugs, all of which are very expensive, and only slow the rate of decline. However, some Alzheimer’s patients, refusing to accept this prognosis, are turning to a new method, spearheaded by American...

LIFE CLUES: Unlocking the Lessons to an Exceptional Life Angela Santomero co-created the award-winning children’s television series Blue’s Clues, manifesting as television episodes, authored books, Paramount movies, live shows at Radio City Music Hall, and countless spin-offs. This extraordinary opportunity became the guiding light of my life’s mission: to utilize my knowledge of kids, media, and education to change lives for the better. She went on to create Super Why: Super Readers,...

Maria Baltazzi has developed and produced television shows throughout the world. She was one of the original supervising producers of the TV mega hit, Survivor. She is a member of both the Producers and Directors Guilds of America. Maria’s new book, Take a Shot at Happiness: How to Write, Direct & Produce The Life You Want gives insights about being happy learned from her time in the entertainment industry, observing people and events, traveling, and studying well-being. Within the pages...

Ben Hylden, a motivational speaker who’s plan of being a top athlete changed from being in a horrific car accident. Ben was left with a 5% chance of survival due to the severity of his injuries. Doctors told him due to the traumatic brain injury, he would have limitations in school and would probably never be able to play sports again.  Ben is here today to share his story and his new my book, Finding Faith in the Field. And he learned one vital element in life, it is that with God, all...

Eddie Witz and The Most High combine the magical vibes of Jack Johnson with the sunshine of Jimmy Buffett and mix it into a genre-blended gumbo that takes us into a place from which we never want to escape.  Eddie’s vocals dance between the bold and gentle, complimented by his collaborations with Grammy award-winning producer Native Wayne Jobson, and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame songwriter and producer Jeff Barry.  Additional notable musicians featured in his first album include the iconic...