Awakened Nation

As they say, "Life teaches you best..." and Leza Danly brings her lessons. Raised by a show business mother who expected perfection both physically and emotionally, Leza takes us through the painful lessons of pleasing her mother, the eventual breakdown that awakened her to her true mission, and the path to her extraordinary one woman show. This is a powerful episode of childhood trauma, awakening and redemption, along with "I love to cry" moments...as the breadcrumbs of life lead you back to your Soul's Mission.ABOUT LEZA DANLY: Leza Danly is a life coach, speaker, essayist and playwright with over forty years’ experience leading people to personal awakening and transformation. She is the founder and co-director of Lucid Living, offering in-depth workshops and recorded audio programs to help you discover and live the Great Story your soul came to tell. Leza is passionate about the everyday magic of awakening and celebrating stories that reveal the sacred. At the age of 70, she brought her one-woman show, Soul Breadcrumbs, to sold-out performances at the Bainbridge Performing Arts Center, the fulfillment of a thirty-year dream. She lives on Bainbridge Island with her husband Frank. HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose

Have you ever wondered who comes up with naming and marketing your favorite products? Behind that chocolaty goodness that makes you want to buy is Bryan Mattimore. Bryan and Brad have been friends for decades (and even longer without knowing it)! Bryan shares his ideation magic, what makes a product sell, how to push for innovation, and his latest book, Trump's Playbook: His 50 Brand and Influence Strategies and How To Use Them Ethically! This is not a TDS book...this is an analysis of how one man could take over the psyche of a country. A fun episode. ABOUT BRYAN MATTIMORE: Mr. Mattimore is Cofounder and “Chief Idea Guy” of the Growth Engine Company, a twenty-year old innovation agency based in Westport, Connecticut. Bryan is one of America's top experts in applied creativity, ideation facilitation and innovation management. Prior to cofounding Growth Engine, he was president of the Mattimore Group, a fifteen-year-old ideation facilitation and creativity consulting company. In his business consulting career, Mr. Mattimore has facilitated over a thousand brainstorming sessions, moderated over five hundred creative focus groups and consumer ethnographies, and managed over two hundred successful innovation projects, leading to over $3 billion in new sales annually for a wide variety of Fortune 500 clients. He speaks frequently to organizations and associations on innovation processes best practices. He has addressed or co-chaired conferences for the Industrial Research Institute (IRI), Product Development & Management Association (PDMA), American Marketing Association (AMA), Association of Talent Development (ATD), Vistage, Young President’s Organization (YPO), and the World Innovation Forum. He is also an instructor for Caltech in their Executive Education program. Mr. Mattimore has authored dozens of published articles and webinars, and three books on business creativity and innovation process: 21 Days to a Big Idea, Creating Breakthrough Business Concepts, Idea Stormers, How to Lead and Inspire Creative Breakthroughs, and 99% Inspiration, A Real World Guide to Business Creativity, selected as the American Management Association’s membership offering/book of the year. A cum laude graduate of Dartmouth College, with a major in psychology, Mr. Mattimore is also the inventor of the creativity training game, Bright Ideas. Website: https://growth-engine.com/Contact: [email protected] OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose.

Ken Rochon figured out a business secret: getting people to smile for the camera created connections he couldn't have predicted. Those connections always led to higher caliber people. But it wasn't all a bed of roses. Ken was livin' the dream as a DJ, when his mother got sick. Her resiliency, and positivity inspired Ken to grow up, and build a legacy of meaning. Ken and Brad share a decade+ long friendship with stories, and another person who inspires Ken every single day: his son Kenny Junior who has written 6 books already, and challenged Ken to write more...including My First 60 Years, a memoir on all that he has learned so far. This is a warm and heartfelt episode on Awakened Nation™. Website: https://thesmilechannel.com/ABOUT KEN ROCHON: Ken is a renaissance man, humanitarian, and an accomplished serial entrepreneur, established his successes with The Umbrella Syndicate, Perfect Publishing, & Absolute Entertainment. He is a Social Proof Celebrity Event Photographer, International Keynote Speaker, and Published Author of 26+ books and the Co-Founder of the non-profit organization “The Keep Smiling Movement,” a radio host on Voice America Influencer Channel, and has been honored as “America’s Most Influential Business Connector” and “Entrepreneur of the Year.” He has published over 110 books of leaders. The movement shares these books with everyone needing a 'DOSE of HOPE.' Ken’s focus is supporting and promoting great leaders, authors, and speakers. He helps businesses grow using “Amplification” strategies in their event and product campaigns. His company gets over 100,000 clicks and engagements a week, making it one of the most active social media pages. He has exceeded one thousand (1000) 5-star reviews making him one of the most recommended businesses worldwide. He loves the arts and sciences, and he has traveled to over 100 countries. His favorite place to be is with his son Kenny a.k.a. ‘K3’, the light of his life. Ken, who lost his mother to Alzheimer’s, desires to live a life of purpose where he leaves a legacy of love for his son to model. HOST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose

What does it take to be one of the best interviewers in sports? Tenacity and authenticity. Emmy Award-winning broadcaster and game changing keynote speaker, Joel Goldberg, opens up to Brad Szollose about his career, sending out tapes back in the day, and eventually becoming the reporter for The Kansas City Royals. This is a fantastic episode with one of sports announcing greats...and Joel shares how he became friends with a legend in baseball by speaking candidly when the cameras were off. ABOUT JOEL GOLDBERG: Joel Goldberg broke into the sports broadcasting scene by knocking on the doors of television stations, cold calling broadcast executives and sending out resume tapes in the 1990s. His career was never handed to him. Rather, it was the product of building connections and dedication, mixed with years of hard work. Joel has worked in four markets during a 30 year career, covering two World Series Championship teams and thousands of baseball games, not to mention multiple Super Bowls, NHL playoffs and NCAA March Madness basketball games. Joel has had the pleasure of interviewing countless athletes, Hall of Famers and celebrities while traveling the world, telling stories from famous stars to under-the-radar role players. His longtime job covering the Kansas City Royals as a host and reporter since 2008 is a privilege, enabling him to entertain, inform and connect fans to athletes. Through his years of storytelling and watching championship organizations succeed (and fail), he realized his access to methods executives use to build culture and championship teams translated to the corporate world. He began a motivational speaking business in 2017. He is the host of the podcast Rounding the Bases with Joel Goldberg and the author of the books Small Ball Big Results and Small Ball Big Dreams. Website: JoelGoldbergMedia.com HOST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose.  

Every goal you pursue has two hidden numbers attached to it—a probability of success and failure.Kyle Austin Young joins Brad for a fascinating discussion on why most people fail, why some should just keep going, and his latest book, SUCCESS IS A NUMBERS GAME. Kyle breaks down the first story in his book of a couple with excellent jobs, and yet only one will be successful in the long run. Whether you are trying to start a business or run a marathon, these two percentages are always lurking in the shadows, predicting what will happen.ABOUT KYLE AUSTIN YOUNG: Kyle Austin Young is an award-winning strategy consultant for high achievers, entrepreneurs, and leaders in a wide range of fields. This work has allowed him to develop and refine a powerful system for accomplishing big, meaningful goals that focuses on understanding and changing your odds of success. Kyle is a popular writer for Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, The Boston Globe, CNBC, Psychology Today, Forbes, and Business Insider. When he's not writing, consulting, or spending time with family, you'll usually find him fishing. HOST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose.

Dr. Lise Deguire returns to Awakened Nation™ to share her massive success since the debut of her first book Flashback Girl: Lessons on Resilience from a Burn Survivor. From the awards and the media appearances, to her TEDx Talk, Scarred, But Not Scary, and now, writing for various platforms and collegiate textbooks, Lise opens up about the meteoric rise of her story...and the lessons learned in a world that turns scarred individuals into the main villain in every movie. This is wonderful episode from a gentle soul who reminds us that beauty starts within. ABOUT DR. LISE DEGUIRE: Dr. Lise Deguire is a psychologist, author, and burn survivor. After being severely burned as a four-year-old, she spent years in the hospital undergoing multiple reconstructive surgeries.  She was raised by outrageously flawed, gifted, and iconoclastic parents. Dr. Deguire tells the story of surviving the fire and her parents in the multiple award-winning memoir Flashback Girl: Lessons on Resilience from a Burn Survivor. Dr. Deguire graduated from Tufts University, summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa. She earned her doctorate in clinical psychology from Widener University. Dr. Deguire is a TEDx speaker, and has appeared on NPR, NBC, ABC, and FOX. She has presented for the American Psychological Association, the World Burn Congress, the Security and Exchange Commission, and the American Burn Association. She is a blogger for Psychology Today, and has been featured in Huffington Post, The Psychotherapy Networker, Thrive Global, and  Tiny Buddha. You can follow Dr. Deguire on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn, as well as her resilience blog. Dr. Deguire lives in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Website: https://www.lisedeguire.com/HOST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose

How do you go from Meeting Planner, to on air TV Personality, to Trauma Release Specialist? Jodi Parker shares her outstanding journey as she attempted to heal her son, emboldened to help other mothers, to learning an incredible healing modality that activates your body's own healing mechanisms...and she may mention her mild obsession with The Sound Of Music. This isn't just about trauma release, Jodi also shares some of the new devices that can enhance your telomeres. There is no more science fiction. Website: ⁠https://www.higherlivingjourney.com/⁠ABOUT JODI PARKER: Combining her education in psychology with an emphasis in neurology and childhood development, and vast life experiences, Jodi Parker engages her wisdom and knowledge to assist you on your healing journey. In 2004, When her oldest child went into early liver failure as an infant, Jodi became an expert on detoxing and pure living in order to save her son's life. Emboldened by her new found wholistic knowledge, she began assisting other mothers in their quest to heal children outside of conventional approaches. Jodi has worked with children of all ages and backgrounds, including those with emotional and behavioral challenges. As her career path shifted, Jodi became an International Event Coordinator, planning events in 30 States, 4 Provinces in Canada, and Sweden and Germany for the international student organization "Up with People." Upon returning home she became a television news segment producer in her home town of Denver, Colorado. Her passion for health led her to become one of the original founding council members of the Million Mom Movement from 2016 to 2022. There she empowered caregivers to engage in healthy living and health activism. She has been actively involved in the Medical Freedom Community since 2015. Jodi's theory of healing is that you must heal at an energetic, emotional, and physical level in order to find full balance in life. Starting in 1998 she began her journey into esoteric and metaphysical pursuits. She began her holistic healing studies in 2001.  In her quest to become a wellness expert she has studied Peak States Sub-cellular and Developmental Psychobiology, all aspects of Holistic/Alternative Health modalities, Shamanic & Quantum Energetic Healing, and meditation and breath work. On her unconventional journey, Jodi became certified in Black Hat Feng Shui, she is a Certified Darmaja Master, and she is a Certified Shaman.  In 2024 she began studying sub-cellular psychobiology and integrating trauma release therapy into her repertoire, finding that to be the most efficient and effective healing modality yet. She combines all these energetic healing modalities into what she calls "Quantum Vibrational Healing." Choosing the right tools for each client, she assists you in removing the physical, emotional, and energetic blockages that hinder optimal health. She strives to constantly learn new and better ways to help people live their "Higher Living Journey." Currently Jodi is harnessing her broad skill set to empower individuals and families to take their potential to the next level. Combining ⁠high quality products⁠ and ⁠advanced healing modalities⁠, Jodi strives to connect you not only to yourself and your loved ones, but to the knowledge and community needed to carry humanity to their evolutionary potential. THE HOST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose

How do you become one of the top business consultants in the United States with a track record to prove it? The answer is a road less traveled. Jeremy shares his journey through psychology, business acumen, and traveling to the Amazon Rain Forest to participate in an Ayahuasca ceremony and even partaking of Psilocybin, in order to unlock human potential. A fascinating discussion on the fusion of business, psychology, hallucinogenic and mysticism. It's not what you think. Jeremy is results driven, yet takes the time to figure it all out. ABOUT JEREMY REEVES: Jeremy Reeves is the CEO and founder of Scale Advisors. He specializes in igniting business hyper-growth with a proprietary yet predictable, step-by-step process that works for any business in any industry. It's a unique method that combines world-class copy + innovative marketing strategy + financial levers, and has resulted in over $200M in sales for his clients and his own businesses since 2009. Jeremy is a fan of human growth potential and does his own personal research into unlocking what holds people back in their personal and professional life. He lives in Virginia Beach with his wife Katie and three growing sons. Website: https://scaleadvisors.com/HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose.

Jon Lovgren shares his journey of awakening. From getting clean and sober, to discovering the forgiveness techniques of ho'oponopono, Jon's path is that of self love, the tenacity to be yourself, and the healing journey we all must face someday. This is a fascinating discussion into the esoteric. ABOUT JON LOVGREN: Jon Lovgren has been studying religious texts, Kabbalah, metaphysics, quantum physics, psychology, and philosophy for over 40 years culminating in the ancient Hawaiian practice of ho'oponopono. Jon has been researching and practicing ho'oponopono for over 12 years. Jon moved to Hawai'i in 2012, the birthplace of ho'oponopono, to gain a deeper understanding of its origin and how to practice it at deeper levels. This process brings us into full self-empowerment and self-actualization through self-forgiveness. Jon weaves quantum physics, metaphysics, religion, neuroscience, and simple common sense into a blanket of easy-to-understand tools that make it simple to practice complex principles, guiding us to the evolution of the person we are meant to be. Jon provides private one-on-one, couples and family sessions as well as facilitating numerous events ranging from 2-hour Talk Story to 7-day intensive workshops. Website: www.getpono.comHOST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose.

What if your dream was to climb Mount Everest? At 50, Werner Berger decided that is exactly what he would do with his life. And from that moment on, Werner climbed 7 peaks on 7 continents including Mount Everest, Mount McKinley, Mount Elbrus, Mount Kilimanjaro and Vinson Massif in Antarctica. This is a heartwarming episode as Werner shares his journey of climbing 7 peaks, his friends and family thinking he was crazy, forming Global Ascent with his wife, Heshie Segal, who handles the inner work and mindset of the guest climbers, as they prepare to lead a 90-person ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro at age 90 in July 2027!!!Werner has a contagious joy that you'll see in this interview. ABOUT WERNER BERGER: Werner Berger is a Guinness World Record–holding mountaineer, international speaker, best-selling author, and corporate leadership consultant. As co-creator of The Global Ascent and author of Unstoppable from Within, and Greed vs. Integrity, he inspires people to conquer inner and outer summits alike. Having climbed the world’s highest peaks in his 70s and now preparing for Mt. Kilimanjaro at 90, Werner embodies ageless vitality and authentic leadership. His life’s mission is to help humanity awaken to its innate brilliance, courage, and capacity to lead with purpose - reminding us that true ascent begins within.HOST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose

Joel Comm shares with Brad the secret to his 30+ years of success—as he calls it, The Fun Formula—his TED Talk, the iFart app, and his latest venture, AI For Everyone Podcast. This episode has lots of funny moments as Joel shares his journey, and even creates a campfire song for brad using the latest AI tools. ABOUT JOEL COMM: Joel Comm is an American author, Internet marketer, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur and the host of AI For Everyone, a podcast that makes today’s AI trends, easy and simple to learn.  A New York Times best-selling author of 15 books, including Twitter Power 3.0, Adsense and KaChing!, Joel has been showing us how to stay ahead of the technological trends for over 30 years. His first website was amongst the first 18,000 websites in the world back in 1995! Along with Travis Wright, Joel is also the co-host of The Bad Crypto Podcast, taking their audience down the weekly rabbit hole of blockchain technology. The show is listened to in 180 countries around in the world and, is one of the top crypto-related shows globally. With over 400,000 downloads a month, the show provides an informative and entertaining take on the Blockchain revolution that is changing the world.  Joel is also the host and producer of the world’s first competitive Internet reality show, The Next Internet Millionaire. He created a #1 best-selling iPhone app, iFart, which became one of the most talked about novelty iPhone apps of all time.  Having worked with Microsoft, IBM, Cisco, Alibaba, Harvard, The United Nations and Twitter through the years, Joel is always exploring new methods of leveraging his expertise and technology to educate, inspire and entertain others.For more information, please visit joelcomm.comHOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose

Doctor Randi Shannon returns for a visit to share with Brad the power of the human body to heal itself, longevity secrets, what NOT to eat, and her new children's book Tongue Tales, which dives into how our tongue, hair and nails reveal how healthy, or unhealthy we really are. Also, Randi is now a regular on Coast to Coast radio, and shares her interview experiences with George Noory. If you are into health and longevity, this is a fascinating episode. ABOUT DR. RANDI SHANNON, ND. With over 20 years of experience in nutrition, longevity, anti-aging, and stress-related health issues, Dr. Shannon is a recognized authority in natural health. Through her studies of global cultures, she emphasizes the critical role of healthy food choices in promoting optimal health, particularly in cardiovascular health, autoimmune disorders, and inflammatory diseases. Her extensive research and practice in addressing over 1,000 so-called "incurable" conditions have equipped her with deep knowledge and expertise. Dr. Shannon’s unique expertise lies in her face, tongue, and fingernail analysis—a technique that provides an accurate insight into a person’s systemic and physical health. By carefully examining the appearance of fingernails and the tongue, she can identify the health and vitality of various organs. These physical signs often reveal underlying health issues before they manifest in more serious ways. As a Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Shannon is committed to delivering exceptional client care, ensuring that everyone has access to quality holistic healthcare. Her mission is to reflect the healing presence of God by improving the health of those she serves. Driven by a heartfelt desire to help others on their journey to wellness, Dr. Shannon offers guidance and support every step of the way—whether you’re aiming to enhance your overall health, address specific concerns, or simply embrace a healthier lifestyle. #naturopath #healyourself #coasttocoast #georgenoory #artbell @healthHOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose

A comedian once said that "Hell was being trapped in an elevator with an insurance salesman." And you would think talking insurance would be a boring subject... But Fred Fisher brings the thunder in this episode of Awakened Nation™. He shares his career, accidentally falling into the insurance industry, the Tomfoolery the insurance industry plays on people, and goes into detail what a claim is and isn't. It's Fred's sense of humor that makes this episode fun. ABOUT FRED FISHER: Frederick Fisher, J.D., CCP, is a seasoned expert in Professional Liability with a career spanning over 50 years. Renowned for his dedication to client financial security, he advocates for providing clients with strong financial safeguards, letting competitors focus on "selling some insurance." Known for his insights into “The Gotchya’s that’ll Getchya ™ 1” of Executive Liability and Specialty Lines Insurance, he remains a trusted advisor to businesses navigating complex liability landscapes. Fred not only has a remarkable sense of humor, but also knows how to explain complex insurance contract language in a way that is understandable to everyone. Having grown up with an educated palate, Fred is an excellent cook. That comes as no surprise when one learns that, as a student, he spent time in France and convinced a local restaurant to teach him to cook, a hobby he still savors. In the 80s, he also published a cookbook, the Joys of Spice. Currently, he consults as a Subject Matter Expert for several PLUS RPLU courses, advises A.M. Best as a recommended expert, and provides expert witness testimony.  Learn more at https://www.fishercg.com/HOST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose.

Imagine entering a maximum security prison in order to interview a murderer. That's exactly what Dr. Wendy Smith did in order to get to the root cause of adult violence. Dr. Smith has a fascinating interview with Brad on the motives behind The Menendez Brothers murders, and what drove them to kill their parents, along with her latest book, Before Their Crimes: What We're Misunderstanding about Childhood Trauma, Youth Crime, and the Path to Healing. Juvenile crime doesn't just happen-there is always a story behind it. And Dr. Smith gives us clues for healing. ABOUT DR. WENDY SMITH: Wendy Smith has had a lifelong interest in vulnerable youth, especially those affected by the juvenile justice and child welfare systems. In her 35 years of psychotherapy practice, she treated many survivors of child maltreatment, and she is an expert in trauma and child development. Her latest book, Before Their Crimes: What We're Misunderstanding about Childhood Trauma, Youth Crime, and the Path to Healing is a ground-breaking expose that sheds new light on the relationship of childhood trauma and juvenile crime. Her first book, Youth Leaving Foster Care: a developmental, relationship-based approach to practice, was a text for social work graduate students. A dedicated youth advocate, Dr. Smith was both a commissioner and chair of the Los Angeles County Commission for Children and Families, serving for eight years. She has been recognized by both the City and County of Los Angeles for her work with youth-serving community organizations, and has received awards from organizations such as The Alliance for Children’s Rights and CASA of Los Angeles. She has served on the boards of United Friends of the Children, the Children’s Advisory Board of Human Rights Watch, the Anti-recidivism Coalition, and Venice Family Clinic, where she also chaired the Behavioral Health and Child Development Committee. She is a founding member and current chair of the board of the National Foster Youth Institute. She is also a former professor and associate dean of curriculum planning and assessment at the University of Southern California Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, where she now serves on the Board of Councilors. Dr. Smith has published articles on brain development & child welfare and has also appeared in the Netflix series The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez. She lives with her husband in Los Angeles. HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose.

Is it possible that Lazy CEOs to get more done in less time? Founder of The CEO Project, and author of Great CEOs Are Lazy, Jim Schleckser shares with Brad his wins in his own career, the power of getting focused, and how to relax when the chips are down. As founder of The CEO Project, Jim compares his group to bringing together a room full of professional athletes...the conversations are different. A space for C-Level Executives. This is a powerful and fun conversation from a former Disney Executive. ABOUT JIM SCHLECKSER: Jim helps leaders grow companies. He specializes in the issues that fast growth firms experience in their business models, talent, processes and systems as they reach higher levels of performance. Jim and his team at the Inc. CEO Project work with over 100 CEOs of high growth companies to identify and obliterate the things that stand between them and continued organizational success. Jim is the author of Great CEOs are Lazy: How Exceptional CEOs Do More in Less Time, a contrarian view of C-Level Leadership. With 30 years of leadership in business strategy, technology businesses, process improvement, organizational development, mergers and acquisitions, engineering, sales and marketing, he brings experience in leading global organizations in both public and private environments across many functional areas to the table. Jim has been quoted in The New York Times, Time, The Huffington Post and National Public Radio.  His ideas have been translated into 9 languages and he has done business in over 26 countries. Website: https://jimschleckser.com/HOST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose

By the time Victoria Pelletier was 24 years old, she was COO of a multinational corporation. Ambitious. Smart. Tenacious. Victoria shares with Brad being abused emotionally and physically as a child, lost her life partner while raising their child, and at one point wound up in a wheelchair. How did she survive one daunting event after another? Victoria shares what she calls "embracing healthy resilience." This is an empowering conversation from a woman who never gives up. ABOUT VICTORIA PELLETIER: Victoria Pelletier is an award winning executive leader, #1 best selling author, in demand professional public speaker, corporate executive, board director, entrepreneur, #1 social seller/public brand worldwide per LinkedIn for her F500 employers, sought out for discussions on motivation, resilience, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, women in leadership, culture, workforce and more. "Unstoppable and Dynamic: Born to lead and not to be led." Overcoming adversity and trauma at an early age built resilience. A trait that has remained with her throughout her life and has helped Victoria excel as a corporate executive, mentor and leader — for which she is often characterized as dynamic and unstoppable. HPST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose

Nicole Conn joins Brad Szollose on Awakened Nation™ to discuss her film career, her mild obsession with romance stories, her book Descending Thirds, also creating and producing the LGBTQ+ dating show Coming Out for Love with significant input from her daughter, Gabrielle, inspired the project after questioning the lack of queer representation in dating shows. This is a fun episode and mutual admiration from two creatives. ABOUT NICOLE CONN: Nicole Conn is a Los Angeles, CA, based American film director, novelist, producer, and screenwriter most famous for her debut feature, the lesbian love story Claire of the Moon (1992), and released as a novel under the same name the following year. Conn’s movies, who’ve starred Morgan Fairchild, John Heard and many others you’ll recognize, have also redefined LGBTQ+ cinema. Nicole created and produced the LGBTQ+ dating show Coming Out for Love with significant input from her daughter, Gabrielle, who inspired the project after questioning the lack of queer representation in dating shows (and Mom listened).Inspired by her mother, a classical-trained pianist who lived, recorded and worked in Morristown, NJ and Randolph, NY, Nicole decided to turn her attention from the big screen to pen Descending Thirds, a gripping book of ambition, betrayal, and the fragile line between art and integrity – set within the backdrop of classical music. Conn’s avid followers have proclaimed Descending Thirds, an epic romance, to be the best work of her several decades-long career...and it holds a secret that comes from her mother's own story. HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose.

Rob Kalwarowsky seemed to have it all: graduate of MIT, NAACP Athlete, and he even landed his dream job...with the most toxic boss anyone could have. His boss complained about everything Rob did. Did he quit? No. Instead he doubled down, and worked harder. The result was loss of self esteem, frustration, confusion, and eventually a suicide attempt (which he kept secret for years). This is a fascinating discussion on how to be a better leader, and how Rob discovered the 5 types of leaders, and how to get the best out of people in times of uncertainty...from his latest book, Capitalizing on Chaos. ABOUT ROB KALWAROWSKY: Rob Kalwarowsky had it all. MIT alum. NCAA athlete. Engineer. High-performer in his native Canada. So why was he on the verge of suicide? The chaos inside his organization was matched by an internal talk-track that was leaving him confused, frustrated and ready to end it all. But from depression came transformation: a powerful journey to self-leadership, acceptance and clarity that led beyond the toxic leadership and negative thinking that had stolen his focus. Confronting the personal and professional demons of chaos, Rob uncovered a proven way to help anyone (and any team) to enhance performance in the midst of uncertainty. By accessing new perspectives on self-leadership, Rob's strategies help companies and high-growth business leaders to rise above the unpredictability of our times. An executive coach and TEDx keynote speaker, Rob capitalizes on chaos with multi-billion dollar international companies, entrepreneurs, executives and aspiring leaders.HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose

Dr. Carole Lieberman asks a simple question: are psychological warfare tactics (once used against our foreign enemies), now being weaponized against the American people? This is a fascinating episode as Dr. Lieberman exposes our greatest fears about our own leadership. What you'll discover in this episode: Terrorist Tactics on American Soil Dr. Lieberman connects the dots between radical indoctrination, media-fueled hysteria, and how psychological warfare is now being deployed inside the U.S.—not just abroad.Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS) She’s leading the charge to recognize TDS as a formal mental disorder—calling out how elite figures like James Comey and even Pope Francis display signs of irrational Trump obsession. Dr. Lieberman breaks down the 4 stages of TDS. The Mental Health Crisis Undermining Our Nation From public breakdowns to cultural confusion, Dr. Lieberman explains how unchecked psychological decline is weakening patriotism, eroding resilience, and leaving America vulnerable. ABOUT DR. CAROLE LIEBERMAN: Dr. Carole Lieberman M.D., M.P.H.—is known nationwide as The Terrorist Therapist® .A board-certified forensic psychiatrist, bestselling author, and three-time Emmy-honored TV personality, Dr. Lieberman specializes in the psychology of terrorism, criminal behavior, and political breakdown. Known as “America’s Psychiatrist,” she’s a frequent guest on Fox News, Newsmax, OAN, and leading patriot platforms. Her bold insights expose how psychological tactics once used by foreign enemies are now being weaponized against the American people—and how criminal minds like Bryan Kohberger’s are shaped by the cultural decline we’re witnessing.HOST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose.

Kathryn Porritt joins us from Australia to talk about today's Personal Branding. How do you stand out in a sea of sameness? Kathryn shares her system for standing out, she explains how one can become the ONLY choice in their business sector.You'll discover in this episode:• The Key to Magnetic Marketing: getting customers to chase you• Why you NEED to have a personal brand in this day and age• Simple changes you can make today to get attention If you work as a CEO, Author or a Keynote Speaker, you need this episode. ABOUT KATHRYN PORRITT: After building and selling her multi-million dollar empire, Kathryn made a decision that would reshape the personal branding industry: to work exclusively with extraordinary individuals ready to claim their iconic status. What started as a carefully curated luxury branding agency quickly evolved into something unprecedented: the world’s premier agency for iconic brands seeking global domination – moving from just personal brands to working with experts across all categories such as interior designers, real estate agents, financial planners, speakers, authors, consultants… you name it – to help them build their empires, and become the ONE choice in their niche. HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose

What if you held the secret to creating an extraordinary life? Would you share it? After watching a colleague get beheaded, Rick realized what it would take to stand up and move forward. Author of 9 Steps To Build a Life Of Meaning Rick Walker sits down with Brad to share valuable insights from Rick's own extraordinary life—from working in The Middle East, to building a successful business, to raising daughters and a happy marriage, his life is a living testimony to the way he approaches life.In this interview you will discover:- Why a Worthy Enemy is important- How to find a Master to guide you- Why you need to Give Away The Things You Cherish Most This isn't your obvious path...this is a contrarian path to living within a life that has meaning from a man who has done so much in such a short amount of time. This is a fascinating discussion. Rick’s Book (9 Steps to Build a Life of Meaning):https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F4LS82GP?maas=maas_adg_654449B84E0741CBE9174F2514BACA9C_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maasRick’s Newsletter: https://funnel.rickwalker.com/optin?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=hostlastname Rick on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rickwalkertxRick on X: https://x.com/RickWalkerTXRick at Lumicre Private Equity: https://lumicre.com/Rick’s Website: https://www.rickwalker.comABOUT RICK WALKER: Rick began in the poverty of a two-bedroom home, with big dreams and low self esteem. Borrowing $1,000 from his Mom he founded and took one business to 400 employees by the time he was 26. He scaled another company into 6 states. At the same time he led a nonprofit expansion into 53 countries and added over a thousand staff. All in his 20’s and 30’s while dealing with personal and health issues. And even with terrorists threatening him. Now in his late 40’s, he advises some of the world’s most powerful families and for the first time reveals his simplified 9 Steps process. His podcasts and talks communicate deep insights into how mankind functions, rooted in his acquired knowledge of ancient literature, world religions, strategy, and the arts. His central claim is that each of these domains communicates truth. His background beyond business includes serving as Chairman of a $150MM charitable foundation and director of a Middle Eastern religious college, concurrently. He hosts a podcast featuring long-form conversations with the most powerful members of the US Senate, US House of Representatives, the Presidential Cabinet, Fortune 500 CEOs, billionaires, and fellow multi-domain polymaths. Rick currently serves at a private equity firm he founded with a group of wealthy families and is the author of a forthcoming book on seeing through the world. Residing in Texas with his wife of 23 years and three mostly teenage daughters, his free time is consumed by sports, ballet lessons, and secret milkshake runs. His 3:30 AM wake-up call helps fit everything in.HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose.

Tony Durso joins Brad to chat about his wildly successful podcast, his interview series with Max James, his own entrepreneurial journey as well as his books on business and manifestation techniques, and his latest book series, Imen of Atlantis— a fun departure from his serious business world. This is a fun episode with an incredibly creative business person. ABOUT TONY DURSO: For 11+ years, Tony DUrso has been the host of the Tony DUrso Show, a Top 100 Apple Podcast with 50 million+ listens, interviewing world-class entrepreneurs, CEOs, authors, and innovators. The lessons he learned from these conversations shaped his Vision Map™, a framework that helps business owners get clear on their mission and move forward with confidence. Tony is also a 5× bestselling author and now a Christian music artist, creating songs that lift your spirit, strengthen your courage, and bring you closer to God in your daily walk. His first album — In God We Trust — was born from a calling placed in his heart, and every track is written to inspire you through the ups and downs of your journey. Today, Tony runs a Mastermind Group that helps elite entrepreneurs and leaders grow their businesses with clarity, purpose, and momentum. Tony's interviews on his podcast has been syndicated on Roku, Amazon Alexa & 16 AM/FM U.S. Radio Stations.📧 Newsletter: https://tonydurso.com/news🎧 Podcast: https://tonydurso.com/podcast🎵 Music: https://tonydurso.com/trustHOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose

YG Nyghtstorm returns!!! And man, oh man does he have some stories to tell. From NDE after a major heart attack, to running for U.S. Congress 7th District of Georgia in 2022, to helping our Veterans get back on their feet, YG brings a powerful faith-based conversation that will make you ask yourself "What can I do to give back to the world?" One of the top Black Conservative Leaders in the country, YG packs so many powerful reasons to start a movement, and Brad and YG share how they first met and the friendship they have carried through the decade. ABOUT YG NYGHTSTORM: Known as the BODYGUARD of Georgia, YG Nyghtstorm has a long history of protecting people because he was literally built by his community. YG was sexually assaulted as a child in 1985 at age 11 and was homeless in 1992 by age 18. But by the Grace of God and the love from many, HE TOOK COMMAND OF HIS LIFE and he has been a successful security professional in charge of commercial properties worth over $1 BILLION. YG has worked with special forces to extract children from sex trafficking while also protecting single mothers and their children from gang assassination. ​After running for U.S. Congress 7th District of Georgia in 2022, Mr. Nyghtstorm now focusses on de-escalation in the hardest hit High Schools in America suffering from violence and gang activity. The Nyghtstorm National Mentorship Program has a high success rate of children walking away from violence, embracing accountability, conflict resolution and critical thinking. The students ranging from 6th grade to 12th grade develop a better relationship with their teachers at school and parents at home. Pushing past the darkness of losing his twin sons in 1999 and his eldest son in 2008, this father of 7 remaining adult children is serious about protecting the VALUE of families. Parental REUNION is the Key as YG reconnects kids with their dads and trains BOTH parents to have a successful co-parenting relationship. Faith is the main component of reconnection, while empowering surrounding communities and vastly improving the immediate culture. The leadership program is effective in both schools and businesses. Nyghtstorm also runs a major program in South Florida finding housing for homeless veterans, providing therapy for veterans suffering from depression, suicide attempts and PTSD. YG helps our heroes get their dignity back and protects the soldiers that protect our great country. His veteran program was featured on CBS Miami for its high success rate and incredible community impact. YG Nyghtstorm is the tip of the spear to UNITE people from all walks of life making America truly great for all. Prepare yourself because THE STORM IS HERE! HOST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose

How do you dedicate your life to defending survivors of sexual misconduct? Preeminent entertainment litigation attorney Jordan Matthews joins Brad to discuss his devotion to protecting those who have been abused, his career choices that brought him to becoming a lawyer, his wife and children being his inspiration, and a few remarks bout his high profile case against Steve Wynn, along with his legal opinion on the Sean Puffy Combs case. ABOUT JORDAN MATTHEWS: Jordan Matthews, one of the preeminent entertainment litigation attorneys in the United States and recognized by the LA Times as a legal visionary and entertainment business visionary, is a business trial lawyer and litigator with broad experience in the entertainment industry and business sector, specifically focusing his practice on plaintiff sexual assault, harassment and employment litigation matters. Notably, he served as lead counsel, representing the primary witness from the Wall Street Journal bombshell expose, "Dozens of People Recount Pattern of Sexual Misconduct by Las Vegas Mogul Steve Wynn," encompassing five years of litigation that lead to cases filed in the United States Supreme Court twice along with the filing of a civil RICO case alleging bribery and corruption. Investigations were triggered, leading to a record $55 million in fines against Wynn Resorts, and a $10 million fine against Steve Wynn, banning him from the Las Vegas gaming industry. The Nevada Gaming Control Board also changed its rules governing gaming licensees. Mr. Matthews currently serves as lead counsel on multiple matters throughout the country, litigating matters in California, Nevada, Massachusetts and Texas. He handles matters in federal and state court and also has experience handling administrative proceedings with the California Labor Commissioner. Mr. Matthews actively practices in the United States Supreme Court, has argued before the Ninth Circuit of the United States Court of Appeals and is involved in litigation covered by the Wall Street Journal, Fox News, CNN, CNBC, and the New York Times, among other publications. Website: https://www.holtzmatthews.com/. HOST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose.

How does a child with a speech impediment become the PA announcer for The Tennessee Titans? Matt Rogers shares the miracles in his life: from his mother praying for healing, to being a contestant on American Idol, to getting the announcer spot for The Tennessee Titans! This is an episode about faith, and one man's love for his wife, his children, and the community he serves. @MattRogersUSA ABOUT MATT ROGERS: Matt Rogers is a professional announcer, television host, and charity auctioneer trusted on some of the biggest stages in sports, entertainment, and philanthropy. Matt was thrust into the spotlight as a contestant on American Idol in Season 3, and went to the semifinals. From announcing NFL games and LIV Golf events to hosting televised productions and leading high-impact charity auctions, Matt's passion is simple: connect people, elevate moments, and drive results.Off the mic, he's a sales professional with Heartland Payroll, helping businesses streamline operations and grow with confidence.Whether it’s energizing a stadium, telling powerful stories on camera, or helping organizations raise millions for meaningful causes — Matt brings professionalism, authenticity, and momentum to everything he does.HOST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose

How do you go from never making the team, to bench warmer, to international stardom on the court? YOU WORK YOUR GAME! This is a masterclass in tenacity, discipline and strategic self promotion! Dre Baldwin shares his story—from not making the team to becoming an international professional basketball player.Dre gives you the details of how he went to a camp to show his skills to talent scouts, but didn't wait around for an answer. He used that film footage to attract the right talent agent to get him on the court. This is more than basketball. This is a man who turned that same discipline into entrepreneurial gold! Now as an entrepreneur, Dre helps leaders work on their own game, to obtain higher results. Website: dreallday.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/@DreB ABOUT DRE BALDWIN: Dre Baldwin is an International Social Media expert, author, entrepreneur and business coach with a professional athlete background. After graduating with a Business Marketing & Management degree from Penn State Altoona in 2004, Dre played professional basketball internationally for 9 years, spanning 8 countries. Coming from a humble athletic background, Dre had no choice but to market and promote himself tirelessly to create his professional opportunities - not to mention working on his game to be ready to deliver when the opportunity was created. Dre had started blogging in 2005, and began filming and publishing his basketball workouts and motivational messages to YouTube in 2006. In 2009, Dre decided to start a practice of posting a new video daily to his YouTube channel, a discipline that continues to this day: He has published over 4,800 videos to YouTube, which go out to his 100,000+ subscribers and have been viewed over 35 million times. The presence Dre developed through his videos and blogging led to the development of his "DreAllDay" and "Work On Your Game" brands; Dre's WOYG Enterprises works with businesses and entrepreneurs on branding and marketing their businesses through dominating the internet the same way Dre did to build his brands. An internet pioneer who built his name on the same discipline and persistence that made him a professional athlete, Dre has never been one to do just one thing. As of December 2015, Dre has published 6 books and over 100 athletic training programs. A Philadelphia native, Dre lives in South Florida. HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose.

Is it possible for Leadership to have a science backed trajectory for impact, transformation, emotional intelligence and retention? Andrew Geesbreght (pronounced Jez-Bray), is a pioneer in the growing field of Neuroleadership, a field that applies findings from neuroscience to leadership, aiming to improve organizational effectiveness by understanding how the brain influences motivation, behavior, decision-making, and collaboration. In this episode you'll discover:• People-first transformation: Andrew believes that real leadership starts with self-leadership, and that well-being isn’t a perk—it’s a performance strategy.•  What neuroleadership really is—and why it matters now more than ever• How you can transform Corporate Culture• Make Onboarding Great Again If you are in HR, a C-Level Executive, looking for talent, or running a start-up, this episode is a must. ABOUT ANDREW GEESBREGHT: Andrew Geesbreght is the Founder and Partner of PRAX Leadership, LLC, Geesbreght Capital, LP, and Geesbreght Group LLC. Before PRAX, Andrew was owner and COO of PhysAssist Scribes, the nation’s first medical scribe company. PhysAssist transformed the manner in which emergency medicine was practiced in the electronic medical record era. And to this day, PhysAssist is regarded by former clients and employees as having been one of the most reliable and enjoyable places to work in all of healthcare. Since the sale of PhysAssist in 2014, Andrew has dedicated his professional life to the study and implementation of neuroleadership, and its effect on corporate culture. Andrew has an undergraduate degree in history and political science from Texas Christian University and a Master’s degree in Psychology, with an emphasis in Organizational Leadership from The Chicago School. He lives in Fort Worth, Texas with his wife, their son and daughter, and their dog. In his free time, he changes diapers, enjoys soccer, Luka Doncic, and an occasional date night with his wife.

Is it possible that your name determines your success? Maryelizabeth Clark became so fascinated with names and their meanings, she and her husband created The Club of Names to help others learn the original meaning of their names as well as picking out baby names for future generations. This is a fun episode. ABOUT MARYELIZABETH CLARK: Maryelizabeth Clark was raised in Upstate New York, where she developed a strong work ethic, an appreciation for community, and a love for nature’s gentle beauty. She found herself constantly noticing names, wondering about their backgrounds, and trying to guess their origins. She acknowledges, “It became a quiet passion of mine—one that stuck with me through every chapter of life.” She moved to California to pursue a career in modeling and acting. The journey was exciting, challenging, and full of growth. Along the way, she and her husband often bonded over their shared curiosity about names. While he researched the history of his own five-generation family name, they both realized just how difficult it could be to find clear, engaging information. That’s when the idea sparked: make it easy to research your name and get curated information about its meaning, history, and significance every month. The Club of Names provides a monthly newsletter (“The Name Drop”) that is all about you. As Mary Elizabeth explains, “When you subscribe to The Name Drop, our newsletter provides curated information just for you—to reveal all the hidden layers about your name, with exciting information delivered each month! " Website: https://theclubofnames.com/HOST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose

Within the next 6 months, AI will surpass it's introductory phase, according to Thiago Da Costa. Are we ready for AI to become a ubiquitous part of our lives? Those who adapt, will survive, those who do not, will be placed on universal income. Thiago shares the heartwarming story of his father giving him the parts to build his first computer, waiting 3 months for a programming book to arrive in his remote fishing village in Brazil, to becoming a tech influencer, and a Star Wars geek. This is a fascinating discussion about the next generation of Tech Influencers.ABOUT THIAGO DA COSTA: Thiago Da Costa is a technology entrepreneur specializing in physics simulation, cloud computing, and AI. He founded Lagoa, which developed a cloud-based mechanical CAD product later acquired by Autodesk and integrated into Fusion 360. While at Autodesk, he led major cloud, data, and AI initiatives across construction, manufacturing, and media entertainment divisions. Thiago holds two patents in collaborative high-frequency data systems and actively invests in startups and late-stage private companies, including SpaceX, Vention, and others.His visionary approach to AI-driven innovation, data management, and the transformative potential of technology in traditional industries continues to shape the future of tech. With a career marked by groundbreaking achievements and a passion for pushing technological boundaries, Thiago da Costa remains at the forefront of digital transformation, inspiring the next generation of tech innovators and entrepreneurs.

Dr. Luba Diangar joins Brad Szollose on Awakened Nation™ to talk about her work with NASA and the FDA, and the development and efficacy of a unique energy device known as the 'Monicor.'The Monicor device branches from the 3D Body Scan technology, combining multiple medical devices powered by AI to diagnose and aid in the recovery of various health issues.Have those in power suppressed 100 year old healing modalities invented by Royale Rife and Nikola Tesla? Is the human race ready to discard science fiction and embrace energy medicine?This is a fascinating discussion on energy medicine and the machines that are programed to heal us all. It sounds impossible until you realize The Monicor is an FDA registered device and Dr. Luba works for NASA. IF YOU WISH TO PURCHASE A MONICOR DEVICE, EMAIL ME AT: bradszollose at gmail dot com. Or Contact Monicor USA and mention that you heard about the device on Awakened Nation or NPR:Email: [email protected] Customer Service:+1-951-513-9919+1-725-265-6441Monicor USA5130 S. Fort Apache, Suite 215-375Las Vegas, NV 89148ABOUT DR. LUBA DIANGAR:Dr. Luba Diangar is a research scientist focused on clinical and home-use devices. She has served as a doctor of natural medicine, a diplomat, and a member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and is a member of the European Academy of Science. She has a master’s degree in genetic engineering and a PhD in medical sciences.Dr. Luba spent more than 10 years working for NASA in Houston, TX in the program for Life Support Systems in Space.She also previously worked for the FDA. For LD Diagnostics, she has trained doctors on the use of high-tech diagnostic equipment and software. She has specialized in performing detailed assessments of the cardiovascular and digestive systems, brain function, effects of antioxidants, and focused on an extensive array of other parameters. She is the founder and owner of LD Diagnostics and manufacturer and distributor of the Monicor USA here in the United States. She works with doctors, providing instruction on the extensive use of Monicor protocols in clinical practice.The Monicor USA is registered with the FDA as a class 2 device. Websites:⁠www.MonicorUSA.com⁠⁠2steps2health.com⁠ .HOST OF AWAKENED NATION™: Brad Szollose

What of you could sit down with a retail expert over coffee...or in this case, tea? Melissa Moore, host of The Retail Tea Break sits down with Brad to dish on the latest trends in retail, how Melissa wound up becoming an internationally known advisor in the retail world, how AI is disrupting the industry and her favorite memories. If you are in the retail industry, this is the episode for you. ABOUT MELISSA MOORE: Melissa Moore, known as The Retail Advisor, is a prominent UK-based retail consultant, lecturer, trainer, and media personality specializing in customer experience, sales, and retail strategy, hosting the popular "Retail Tea Break" podcast. Recognized as a top expert by Rethink Retail for 3 years in a row, Melissa leverages over 25 years of experience to advise brands on growth, trains students and professionals, and hosts industry events, focusing on digital trends, loyalty, and operational excellence in an evolving retail landscape. HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose

How bad was our border under Biden & Harris? You're about to find out. Pastor Dave Scarlett tells Brad about his amazing journey from a NDE (Near Death Experience), to getting a film crew down to the southern border of The United States to see for himself the horrors that the previous administration has allowed into our country. THIS is a gripping episode on Awakened Nation. ABOUT DAVID SCARLETT: David Scarlett is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Texas based Pastor, and the Chairman and Founder of His Glory Ministries. He is the creator of the impactful film Battle at the Border and author of the compelling book All For His Glory: The Near-Death Experience of a Modern-Day Job. Scarlett’s work is rooted in deep faith and shaped by his military service and powerful personal journey. Website: https://hisglory.me/THE HOST OF AWAKENED NATON: Brad Szollose

What if you could use brain science to rapidly scale your personal and business success? I don't mean a small shift, but explosive hyper-growth? Dr. Amy Albright shares with Brad her work into activating the brain's ability to focus intently, while accelerating EXTRAORDINARY growth and measurable success. In this episode you'll discover: • How to activate your own innate intuition• The difference between men's brains and women's brains• How Amy's own spiritual awakening pushed her beyond science• How her work breaks through limitations and reconnects high level executives to their intuition and removes the interference for laser-focused, peak performance This is a fascinating episode. ABOUT DR. AMY ALBRIGHT: Dr. Amy Albright stands rooted in logic-based, science-driven methodology and holistic, trans-rational, intuitive knowing. She’s worked for two decades to transform lives and rapidly scale or reinvent businesses.Dr. Amy has played at the highest levels of executive coaching in companies ranging in valuation from $10M to $3B, most achieving a 300%+ top-line growth in 2-3 years. Underneath the business savvy, however, is a deep understanding of psychological and energetic dynamics. Her training in cognitive psychology and her practice as a doctor of Chinese medicine complement spiritual gifts she’s had since childhood. After seeing her brain’s astonishing field of coherence and other remarkably rare attributes, Dr. Drew Pierson immediately placed her in the top 0.01% of the most intuitive, empathic and highly perceptive individuals in the world. Her brain signature also gives Dr. Amy the unique capacity to create transformational shifts in others. She has an undeniable track record of seeing solutions where others can’t, removing long-standing blocks and catalyzing massive life changes with ease. Her unique ability to see, know and translate information beyond the physical realms enable her to offer unprecedented clarity and strategic guidance to visionaries, leaders and change makers of the world. HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose

What if there was a way to bring out the very best in people? "I focus on character first, winning second."Tennis Coach Rusty Komori shares his extraordinary system for outstanding leadership—counterintuitive to most coaching ideas—as well as sharing the mindset and tactics it took to win 22 CONSECUTIVE STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS! Some of those championships were won while his best players were benched!In this episode you will discover...• How to get to know each member of your team by listening in a different way• Don't put time and effort into people YOU like...put time and effort into people who put time and effort into your organization• Focus on one thing and the rest falls into placeRusty's books have changed people's lives. His latest book Superior, lays forth the steps any organization can use to create a superior corporate winning culture.This is a fun episode from a coach that is loved and respected all over Hawaii.Website: RustyKomori.comABOUT RUSTY KOMORI:Rusty Komori was the head coach of the Punahou Boy's Varsity Tennis Team for 22 years, winning 22 consecutive State Championships. He is the host of his Beyond The Lines TV show which is easily viewed on YouTube and is a highly sought after inspirational speaker and leadership coach.HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose.

Randy Chaffee sits down with Brad to talk about his transition during COVID: from Face-to Face Sales Rep to Hybrid Digital Sales Rep, Randy shares his fears, how he adapted, and now, shows other "traditional" sales reps how to make the leap. This is a masterclass in adapting to trends, sales mastery and authenticity as a sales tool. ABOUT RANDY CHAFFEE: Randy Chaffee has spent over 40 years connecting manufacturers with customers in the post frame and metal frame building industry. In addition to residential metal and steep slope roofing markets, Randy is known for saying it best: "If I don't have it, you don't need it." Randy is also the host of Building Wins LIVE! a weekly livestream sales and motivational based interview show. Website: IBuyFromRandy.com HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose.

Longtime friend Andrew Kennedy sits down with Brad to talk about Andrew's unique heritage; born from an English father and Colombian mother, Andrew lived in Colombia, Venezuela, Puerto Rico, and Hong Kong before arriving in New Canaan, Connecticut in The United States. Looking like a Kennedy with blues eyes and blond hair, Andrew calls himself a "Latino in Disguise." From speaking in fluent Spanish when ordering coffee to starting his acting and comedy career, to his CBS TV Pilot, to a documentary where Andrew returns to perform his act in his birth country of Colombia, this episode will remind you of the wonder of a blended family, and the humor that comes from life. Andrew is a master impersonator sharing his stories of Christopher Walken, his favorite movies and how he learned to fit in. This is a funny episode of Awakened Nation.Website: www.AndrewKennedyLIVE.comABOUT ANDREW KENNDY: Andrew Kennedy is a seasoned comedian, actor, and writer with a background as unique as his voice on stage. Born in Bogotá, Colombia to a Colombian mother and a British father, Andrew grew up across Latin America and Asia—living in Venezuela, Puerto Rico, and Hong Kong before settling in the U.S. That global upbringing gave him a gift for reading a room, relating across cultures, and finding common ground through laughter. Over the past two decades, Andrew has carved out an impressive career in entertainment. He developed, produced, and starred in the CBS pilot Related by Marriage alongside industry legends Rita Moreno and John Ratzenberger. His Comedy Central special ranked in the network’s top twenty for two consecutive years, and his debut album Andrew Kennedy – Almost Black, recorded at the Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club in San Antonio, captures his signature blend of wit, charm, and personal truth. He’s appeared on TBS, Univision, Telemundo, and more, and served as a national spokesperson for Conn’s HomePlus. From Lincoln Center in New York to theaters in Bogotá, Andrew has performed live for audiences around the world—earning consistent praise for his sharp material and magnetic stage presence. Often hinting at his father’s mysterious past (possibly MI6?), Andrew draws on his mixed heritage—half Latino, half White, and what he jokingly calls “a splash of something else”—to bring audiences together with smart, inclusive comedy. HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose

What does a real loving relationship look like? Very few of us have ever been taught how to create a deeply committed passionate relationship with the partner of our dreams...a relationship with staying power. Jennifer Hallett joins Brad on Awakened Nation to chat about changing our standards, going for the relationship we deserve, how men have changed, and the truth about The 5 Love Languages. ABOUT JENNIFER HALLETT: Jennifer Hallett is a mentor, confidant, and secret weapon for mastering life on all levels—relationships, business, body, and soul. She guides high-achievers who are serious about thriving in every facet of their lives. Jennifer specialize in identifying what’s holding you back and carving out clear paths to your truest desires—leading you to live a life that’s uniquely aligned with who you are. No fluff. Just bold, precise direction that cuts through the noise. Ready for a life that reflects your true self? Website: www.JenniferHallett.com. HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose.

Behind the beauty of Shen Yun, is a much darker story of political intrigue, sabotage and sleeper cells being activated worldwide. Master of Ceremonies Leeshai Lemish, shares his journey of becoming a student of Chinese History, the language and eventual activism as a practitioner of Falun Gong, a form of meditation and movement that has its roots in Buddhism. When Leeshai and a group of Falun Gong (a.k.a. Falun Dafa), practitioners went to Tienanmen Square to meditate and show solidarity for the incidents of 1989, it wasn't long before the police showed up, arrested them and put them in prison. Beaten and starved, their pictures were circulated throughout China as an example to not speak out against the government. From that moment on, Leeshai became an activist. He joined Shen Yun Performing Arts as an MC when the company was founded in 2006. This is a powerful episode on Awakened Nation as Leeshai tells the story of the (insert that which shall not be named), attempting to stop their performances— from activating sleeper cells cutting their tires in a way that would have killed every troupe member on the bus, to bomb threats, law-fare, and even getting the New York Times involved in attacking Shen Yun with propaganda. This is an eyeopening episode into espionage, and the unbridled power the performing arts has to fight the iron glove of Communism. © Copyright permission granted to Awakened Nation through Leeshai Lemish and Shen Yun, their PR Agency and limited usage for promotional purposes only. ABOUT LEESHAI LEMISH OF SHEN YUN: Leeshai Lemish has been with Shen Yun for 18 years. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Chinese history and language from Pomona College, California, and his master’s in International Relations from the London School of Economics. He has spent extended periods studying, working, and conducting research throughout East Asia, and has authored articles on Chinese current affairs in both English and Chinese. He joined Shen Yun Performing Arts as an MC when the company was founded in 2006, and has since emceed close to two thousand performances with the company, taking the stage with Shen Yun at prestigious theaters such as Lincoln Center and the Kennedy Center, the London Coliseum, Tokyo Opera City, and many others worldwide. In addition to his performance role, he has tracked and documented on his website over 100 cases of the Chinese Communist Party and its agents trying to sabotage Shen Yun internationally. Leeshai has testified on transnational repression in front of Congress, has been a featured guest on television and radio shows around the world, and is the host of the podcast Shen Yun Voices. Websites: https://www.shenyun.com/https://www.shenyunperformingarts.org/HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose

Former executive producer of The Laura Ingraham Show and The Monica Crowley Show, the undisputed GOAT of conservative public relations, A.J. Rice joins Brad on Awakened Nation for a hard hitting interview exposing the craziness of the Radical Left. "It's gotten so bad, even Bill Maher is complaining!" This is a funny commentary from an American conservative icon and provocateur, and the voice of a new generation of political commentators. ABOUT A.J. RICE: A.J. Rice is President & CEO of Publius PR, Editor-in-Chief of The Publius National Post, and author of the #1 political humor bestseller, The White Privilege Album: Bringing Racial Harmony to Very Fine People…on Both Sides AND his first bestseller, The Woking Dead: How Society’s Vogue Virus Destroys Our Culture. A.J. Rice is America’s Publicist, and the undisputed GOAT of conservative public relations. A Columnist, Humorist, and Impresario. Rice is a brand manager, star-whisperer, media influencer, and literary agent, who has produced, promoted, or represented Laura Ingraham, Judge Jeanine Pirro, Donald Trump Jr., Monica Crowley, Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, Senator Marsha Blackburn, Vivek Ramaswamy, Kari Lake, Dan Bongino, Charles Krauthammer, Congressman Steve Scalise, George P. Bush, Dr. Ben Carson, Congressman Michael Waltz, The Hodgetwins, Roger L. Simon, Buck Sexton, Steve Hilton, Alan Dershowitz, Bobby Kennedy Junior, Dr. Peter Navarro, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert, Dr. Naomi Wolf, Dr. Robert Malone, Pete Hegseth, Newt Gingrich, Victor Davis Hanson, and many others.Rice served as the executive producer of The Laura Ingraham Show for four years, and The Monica Crowley Show for two years. Following that, he produced an investigative news show at The Washington Times for John Solomon for three years called America’s Morning News, and later was brought in by Glenn Beck’s team to help launch The Blaze Radio Network.  Some of his current or former clients are the groups that represent the core of the conservative movement, like The Federalist Society, America First PAC, FreedomWorks, CO2 Coalition, and Gun Owners of America. In addition to running Publius, Rice writes as a columnist for over thirty national media outlets that include Investor’s Business Daily, The Hill, Epoch Times, Newsmax, PJMedia, American Greatness, Townhall.com, RealClearMarkets, and the Washington Examiner.

Jodee Bock returns to Awakened Nation to talk about her latest book "It's Simple. Just Give A Sh*t." Jodee shares her awakening during the 2020 lockdowns, and her commitment to getting R.E.A.L. Unleashing her creative side, Jodee started painting incredible abstract canvases, landscapes and animal portraits...a talent she didn't now she had. This is a fun episode between two lifelong friends. ABOUT JODEE BOCK: Jodee Bock is a dynamic business communicator who encourages people to have conversations and dialogues that matter, with PEOPLE who matter (and that's everyone). By encouraging them to think beyond their reasons, she leaves audiences with new insights, along with ideas for turning their knowledge into action. Jodee has more than 20 years of experience in the areas of corporate communication, media relations, executive coaching, and training & development. She holds certifications in Life Purpose and Career Coaching, Extreme Leadership®, PSYCH-K Facilitation, Job Relations Training (JRT), and Life Success Consulting®. The author of several books, podcast interviews, speeches, and blog posts, Jodee is a thought leader who has been called a boat rocker and a people enhancer, thanks to her unique ability to add a new perspective to common ways of thinking. Jodee is a highly sought after keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, and business consultant. She has spoken at events all over the United States and designed and delivered customized workshops and seminars for hundreds of clients.HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose.

After a debilitating motorcycle accident, Todd Cave found himself alone, broke and awaiting surgery. This breakdown, brought breakthroughs. This is a fascinating discussion as Todd shares his research into The Lost Book of Enki, the mysteries of Jesus and the power of Ayahuasca and Psilocybin to awaken into a higher state of consciousness. Were the Anunnaki real? And will they return? Did they create mankind? If you are a fan of Ancient Aliens, you'll love this episode. ABOUT TODD CAVE: Todd is a former Civil and Tunnel Engineer who worked on what was at the time the biggest project in Europe called Crossrail, until his life came crashing down when he needed life changing foot surgery.This caused him to be on crutches for 15 months which he calls the start of his refinement period during which he became overweight, sad and depressed. One day he went to tie his shoes and had to bend over to do it and became short of breath because his belly was too big! It was at that moment that he knew he had to change his life so he turned to exercise and reading books to cope with the depression of seeing his former life being taken away from him in real time.It was during this time that he started to research the origins of man that led him down the rabbit hole of trying to find himself but instead he found The Mother Father God that has been hidden from humanity.This led him to realise that EVERYTHING that was taught to him in school and about history was a lie including all religious books which keep man in mental slavery.This caused him to start working on his mind and spirit while simultaneously building his body which led him to be an Online Fitness Trainer who helps spiritually inclined people to burn fat and build muscle with his bespoke training system called Compound Body Training.The Conscious Man 7 Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pcxpboPRWdHvDzdvqqlexInstagram: adriano_246HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose.

Imagine your son coming up with a great business idea that the whole family could work on; creating customized wooden American Flags for patriotic customers...only to have your entire business taken down by Cancel Culture! That's exactly what happened to James Staake. Paypal freezing his bank account wasn't going to stop this family from building their American Dream. This is a fascinating story of American Patriotism, the entrepreneurial dream, and a faith based life. ABOUT JAMES STAAKE: James Staake is a passionate entrepreneur, craftsman, and author dedicated to inspiring creativity and patriotism. As the founder of Your American Flag Store, James turned his love for woodworking into a thriving business celebrating American pride. His handcrafted wooden flags and patriotic decor have earned acclaim for their intricate craftsmanship and heartfelt symbolism. Beyond his artistry, James is a storyteller who believes in the power of perseverance and ingenuity. Through his writing, he shares lessons from building a successful business, overcoming challenges, and creating meaningful connections. James's books inspire readers to embrace their entrepreneurial spirit and forge their own paths. When he's not crafting or writing, James enjoys time with family, exploring the outdoors, and supporting causes promoting freedom and individuality. His journey is a testament to the power of vision, hard work, and unwavering values. Website: www.youramericanflagstore.com/HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose

Dr. David Phelps seemed to have it all...a thriving dental practice, a side hustle that brought in plenty of monthly cashflow and a wonderful family. Then tragedy hit: his daughter was diagnosed with Leukemia and needed a liver transplant. On bended knee David begged for answers. The result was a contrarian view of wealth and freedom. David returns to Awakened Nation to share his story of dedicating his life to help others get off the treadmill of trading hours for money, and instead, build a life of freedom and purpose. David created Freedom Founders and has helped hundreds of individuals get out of the rat race by doing the opposite of what everyone else is doing. This is a highly informative and humble episode.Website: www.FreedomFounders.comABOUT DR. DAVID PHELPS, DDS: David owned and managed a private practice dental office for over twenty-one years. While still in dental school, he began his investment in real estate by joint-venturing with his father on their first rental property in 1980. Three years later, they sold the property and David took his $25,000 capital gain share and leveraged it into thirty-one properties that later produced $15,000 monthly net cash flow. Life was good, the sky was the limit - until the dark day that David's daughter, Jenna, was diagnosed with Leukemia. In the midst of cancer treatments, epilepsy and ultimately a liver transplant for Jenna, David made the crucial decision to leave clinical practice so that he could spend every moment with his daughter. David's "Plan B" (a portfolio of cash-flow producing real estate assets) gave him the Freedom to focus 100% on what mattered most to him. Jenna won the battle with disease, and David still enjoys the Freedom to cherish every moment with her that he can. Today, David is a nationally recognized speaker on creating Freedom, building real businesses and investing in real estate. David helps other logical, rational professionals become dreamers, then strategically manifest those dreams into Freedom. Under David's leadership, the Freedom Founders Mastermind Community grows exponentially, year by year, providing the pathway to Freedom for many professional practice owners. HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose.

What do you do with your life when you are passionate about The Eagles? The Phillies? The 76ers? The Flyers? You show up dressed in your team's jersey and paint your face in team colors, right? Jamie Pagliei shares with Brad on Awakened Nation his extraordinary journey of hanging out at The Spectrum Vets Stadium as a kid, meeting his sports heroes, to eventually becoming a professional sport personality, turning his passion for Philly teams into a business. Jamie shares the struggles of making it on Social Media, building a brand, his childhood, and of course, thoughts on the legendary Pete Rose. You're gonna love this episode with such a great guy. ABOUT JAMIE PAGLIEI: Jamie Pagliei IS The Philly Sports Guy! The first Professional Sports Personality and Content Creator for all Philadelphia sports teams. Whether it's The Eagles, Phillies, 76ers or Flyers, you will find Jamie in the stands decked out in his face paint and mohawk, keeping fans excited about the game and broadcasting live on Social Media. Jamie also uses his Philly Sports Guy persona to raise money for charity and support local fundraisers. If it's in the Philadelphia region and it's competitive, The Philly Sports Guy is there. Jamies brings his contagious energy to every play, of every game, EVERY SINGLE DAY! Website: www.thephillysportsguy.net HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose.

On Christmas morning, Anne Archer decided to go for a swim. Suddenly she was caught in a rip tide, and found herself face-to-face with a shark racing towards her. In that moment, her heart racing, Anne said a little prayer... "God, please lift me up out of these waters." Suddenly she was not only lifted up, but magically transported back to shore at lightening speed!!! There she saw her miracles...9 dolphins had come to her rescue. Circling her and touching her, she was transformed that day into something more. Anne Archer tells her amazing story, and the changed life she has lived ever since. This is an astounding episode of surrender, simple miracles, energy medicine, and God's presence in our everyday lives. ABOUT ANNE ARCHER: Anne Archer Butcher has lived an extraordinary life. Best-selling author. International speaker. Book editor and video producer. But her awareness in healing began when she was swept out to sea by a rip tide and rescued by dolphins from a shark attack. The dolphins not only carried her to shore, but they took turns touching her—and she believes they miraculously changed her vibration that day and helped open the door to a big shift in her life. She has since been on a journey that has taught her some extraordinary lessons about how this vibratory universe really works—even in the face of major challenges!  Websites: www.DolphinMediaGroup.comwww.HuAncientChant.comwww.MonicorUSA.com New book for 2025 release: www.FiveBlueRings.com HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose

Christian Ray Flores was at one point, the most famous pop star in Russia. His rise to fame and subsequent search for something more is a story for a Hollywood blockbuster. How does the son of Marxist parents go from Chilean refugee to international pop star and finally to America? Christian's insights on freedom and entrepreneurship and his perspective on how cultural Marxism corrodes Western Civilization after having lived in three countries that experimented with the ideology, is a warning to all young American's who believe these systems work. Christian loved America so much, he wrote Little Book of Big Reasons to Love America! This is a powerful episode for everyone who wants to know what it takes to get through the hard times...and to dream big.What you will learn in this episode: • The bumpy life from refugee to Pop Star• Meeting Michael Jackson• The influence of Western television• Becoming a Christian • The immigrant's drive for success• Thoughts on the current administration's Immigrant Policy ABOUT CHRISTIAN RAY FLORES: Christian Ray Flores’ story is one of extraordinary transformation and resilience. As a child refugee in Chile, raised in Africa, he became a top pop star in Russia, with his hit “Our Generation” serving as an anthem in President Boris Yeltsin’s campaign against the Communists. Today, Christian is a US-based entrepreneur, evangelist, and philanthropist with a Master’s in Economics, fluency in four languages, a social following of 60,000, and a weekly newsletter reaching 22,000. He is currently promoting his Little Book of Big Reasons to Love America, in which he shares powerful insights from the perspective of an immigrant who experienced life under tyranny. Websites: www.xponential.life/. www.christianrayflores.comHOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose. www.awakenednationpodcast.com

Larry Levines shares one f the most powerful tools in his sales arsenal, the one trait he needed the most work on and his best techniques in closing the deal.If you are a sales pro, THIS is the episode for you!ABOUT LARRY LEVINE:Larry Levine is the best-selling author of two books,Selling from the Heartand Selling In A Post-Trust World, which just released August 13th. He is also the co-host of the award winningSelling from the Heart Podcast.Blending a heart of service with over three decades of in-the-field sales experience, Larry helps sales professionals develop a mindset and skill set for authentic success.In a post trust sales world, Larry helps sales teams leverage the power of authenticity to grow revenue, grow themselves and enhance the lives of their clients.Larry has coached sales professionals across the world, from tenured reps to new millennials entering the salesforce. They all appreciate the practical, real, relevant, relatable and “street–savvy” nature of his coaching. Larry believes people would rather do business with a sales professional who sells from the heart as opposed to a sales rep who is an empty suit.HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose

What is Cryptocurrency and how can you tap into the trend? Nathan Poole, founder of Mini Mines sits down with Brad to share everything Crypto, his mission, and Faith-Based lifestyle.ABOUT NATHAN POOLE:Nathan Poole is blessed to operate as an investor and business owner for the past 20 years. As a serial entrepreneur, He has started many enterprises, but the last decade have settled on a few key businesses in the finance, construction, and real estate industries.With a significant background in construction as a Florida State-Certified General Contractor, Nathan is actively in the real estate development world. The civil division of one of his GC firms has developed countless acres of commercial, government, and residential projects, and at any given time is usually developing hundreds more acres across numerous types of end products in the government, commercial, and residential markets.HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose.

What if you had the most powerful branding secrets at your disposal, gifting you the power to compete against big brands in your business sector? You'd be David in a world of Goliaths, right? Legendary branding expert David Brier joins Brad for a frank and fun discussion on branding and his latest book, Rich Brand Poor Brand. If you think branding is about logo design, guess again. David takes us on a deep dive into the world of branding, the resistance from clients, and the realization that you can't fix a brand if a business owner doesn't fix the "blind spots." As David states "Branding is NOT a band aid." In this episode you will learn: • The hardest part about a Brand Intervention • How Jaguar should have handled their LGBTQ role out • How Branding is about solving internal business problems first • Rock Bands as a metaphor for growing your brand from a "wedding singer" to a "stadium performer" If you are a small business owner, marketer or branding aficionado, THIS is the episode for you! And David and Brad discuss their favorite drummers of all time. ABOUT DAVID BRIER: David Brier started his career in Manhattan working on brands for Estee Lauder, Revlon, Rolling Stone Magazine, Jim Henson, and others. Since generating over $9.8 billion for global, regional and local brands including worldwide nonprofits and even cities, he’s earned the nickname “The Brandfather" and has been featured in ADWEEK, Fast Company, Forbes, INC, Huffington Post, Entrepreneur, and the New York Times. David is the author of several bestselling books including Brand Intervention with a foreword by Daymond John of ABCs Shark Tank. While Brand Intervention focused on building a brand from the ground up, his follow up book, Rich Brand Poor Brand, focuses on How to Unleash Your David in a World of Goliaths by creating the kind of culture that can sustain and maintain your brand for years to come. The foreword is written by Claude Silver of VaynerX, Gary Vaynerchuk’s agency. The book is based on a confidential internal memo from Nike that listed out their qualities of the kind of culture they needed to build their empire. It came down to 20 distinct traits any business can master with insights from Warren Buffett, Steve Jobs, Jason Feifer of Entrepreneur magazine, Sara Blakely, Brené Brown, Billy Joel, Kevin Hart, Marie Forleo, and Gary Vaynerchuk. Daymond John calls Rich Brand Poor Brand, “Genius.” Website: www.risingabovethenoise.com/ HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose.

What if you were Autistic? How would you survive? What if most of your siblings also became Autistic over time? Advocate for Victims of Autism and bestselling children's book author of Chelsea's New Beginning, Daniel Keith Austin joins us to share his journey of being diagnosed with Autism, not fitting in, his struggle to communicate, a dog named Chelsea, his mother's never give up attitude, and eventually finding solace in the arts. This is a heartwarming episode of triumph over a system that is ignoring the facts. ABOUT DANIEL KEITH AUSTIN: Daniel’s upbringing instilled in him a strong moral compass and a deep sense of empathy. These core values, centered on respect and helping others, have remained constant throughout his life. However, his autistic traits often led to misunderstandings and a feeling of not fitting in, particularly during his school years. Labeled as “disruptive” in his youth, Daniel struggled to connect with others and express himself freely. He found solace in creative outlets like singing and acting, but the complexities of social interaction remained a significant hurdle. Daniel’s journey of self-discovery involved intense reflection and a willingness to learn. He realized that trying to conform to others’ expectations was futile and instead focused on becoming the best version of himself. This process included seeking guidance from life coaches and mentors who provided crucial support and direction. Despite setbacks, Daniel’s love for writing and performing never wavered. He channeled his experiences into a heartwarming children’s book series featuring a golden retriever named Chelsea, reflecting his love for animals and belief in the power of storytelling. Daniel found that helping others and expressing gratitude brought immense fulfillment. By collaborating and offering support, he created a positive ripple effect that benefited everyone involved. Daniel is the author of the bestselling children's book Chelsea's New Beginning, a story of a puppy finding her forever home. HOST OF AWAKENED NATION: Brad Szollose