Saturday Morning Magazine with Bruce Ferrell

Just in time for graduation season, Rutgers University professor, keynote speaker and author Mark Beal has released his new book, Pursue Your Passions! Dream Big! Anything Is Possible!Intended for anyone of any age pursuing their next dream - new job, internship, side hustle, start-up business, post-retirement career, TEDx Talk, and much more, In a return visit to the magazine Beal shares inspirational stories from his four decades in marketing, teaching and keynote speaking.

Michelle Bonner of Fairview Heights, Illinois, is a three-time #1 Amazon Best-Selling Author, executive coach, speaker, consultant, and transformational leader with more than 30 years of experience in leadership development, organizational strategy, workforce culture, and professional growth. A member of the Forbes Coaches Council and CEO of AMM Empowerment, she helps leaders and organizations move from vision to execution through executive coaching, culture transformation, and leadership strategy.

Andrew Ramer is a visually-impaired visionary mystic who can hear angels and see things that most humans can’t or won’t admit to. Whether you can fully wrap your head around what he purports to know and believe, one thing is irrefutable. He is a talented story-teller of the things many would find sacred about life and our world. His inspirational writings raise questions – and pose answers – for those who are open to seeking. The international best-selling author, 75, based in Oakland, California, has had over 20 books published, including his newest one, Tales of an Urban Mystic.

A new study says families in North Carolina and across the United States are struggling to afford quality summer programs for children. The Afterschool Alliance gathered feedback from parents nationwide, including in North Carolina. More than half said they do not have access to a structured summer experience for their child, with cost cited as the top barrier. Bruce talked with Jodi Grant, Executive Director, Afterschool Alliance and Gigi Antoni, Vice President, Youth Development, The Wallace Foundation (which supports summer programs).

Chris Amenechi is an airline pricing guru and the founder of SeatCash, a travel data company. FareX is its premier product that solves the proverbial question of the best time to buy an airline ticket. He talked with Bruce about this summer's travel trends.

Legendary broadcaster and stage and screen producer Julian Schlossberg returns to the studio mic in 2024 with two exciting ventures: a new podcast, and the audiobook release of his recent memoir, Try Not to Hold It Against Me: A Producer’s Life.

The son of a former professional basketball player, J Leonard Costner stands at 6′ 6″. Many thought the New Jersey-born, Europe-raised Costner would follow in his father’s footsteps as a pro. However, injuries derailed his hoop dreams but those were not his only aspirations.Recalling that time, Costner said, “While I was recovering from having my pelvis reconstructed due to a basketball injury, I had a recurring dream every night for a month. I started to jot down what I was seeing, and eventually that turned into my first book, which was published in 2012.”From those nights, the “Legacy” series and universe were born.Costner shared that while books are a different medium compared to studio art, the series evolved to become something like an art gallery, but in book form.

David Solbach has written several books, including a memoir, poetry, and novels. He says his writing style is inspired by William Faulkner and tempered by Ernest Hemingway. His latest novel, In The Shadow of the Plague, tackles real-life issues, such as the challenges of family, dating and marriage, and the state of the environment. The drama is steeped in meaningful, realistic dialogue. The book is set in the Pacific Northwest, where the author resides now, and takes place as the worst of the pandemic has passed.David Solbach is a retired carpenter and jazz musician tending goats on several acres in Eugene, Oregon rainforest. He grew up a Kansas farm boy, a third-generation son of German immigrants. He has also lived a half-century in San Francisco. He earned a degree in English, with minors in philosophy and music, from Occidental College. Other books by him include several novels: Stonepacker's Gold, So Glad I'm Glad I'm Glad, and First There Was Music: Reflections on a Life, a memoir. He has also published two books of poems, A Hard Zero To Follow, and Painted Toes and Other Mistakes, which can be heard at soundcloud.com/davidsolbach. For more information, see: https://davidsolbachauthor.com/

The 2026 “Route 66 Pedaling for Parkinsons" team is cycling approximately 1,600 miles from Chicago to Phoenix, starting April 20, 2026, to attend the 7th World Parkinson Congress. Led by cyclists with Parkinson's, the team uses recumbent trikes to raise awareness and funds. Bruce talked with one of the participants, co-captain Steve Squires about his own Parkinson’s story and the upcoming event.

Steven Cole’s Catch the Wave is less a traditional narrative than a blend of testimony, biblical argument, and practical instruction. Its central claim is simple: the Holy Spirit is not meant to remain a vague doctrine sitting at the edges of church life, but the active, guiding presence of God in the everyday life of believers. Cole says the modern church often talks about God the Father and Jesus while neglecting the Holy Spirit, even though the Spirit is presented as God’s presence, God’s voice, and God’s power on earth. From the beginning, he frames the book as a call to ordinary Christians, not just pastors or spiritual elites. His main message is that ministry is not reserved for a select few. In his words, the whole point is that “you can minister, too.”

Run4Ben is a multimedia podcast and documentary series that chronicles a compelling father son story of resilience, humor, and hope in the face of Parkinson's disease. Created by Jamen Spitzer and Mike Piccirillo, Run4Ben combines documentary storytelling, expert interviews, and behind-the-scenes production insights to reach multiple audiences.

Fantasy football has evolved from a niche hobby into a cultural staple across North America and the world. Millions of fans now engage with the NFL not just on Sundays, but year-round—through drafts, trades, weekly lineups, and debates that extend far beyond the final whistle.Few people have seen that evolution up close like Joseph Robert Khamou, widely known as The Fantasy Football Counselor. Since launching his analysis in 2016, Khamou has built a reputation for independent thinking, long-term roster strategy, and a coaching-based approach that prioritizes sustainability over hype.We spoke with Khamou to talk about how fantasy football has changed, why it resonates with so many people, and what separates meaningful analysis from the noise.The Fantasy Football Counselor is one of the most influential voices in fantasy sports, reaching millions of fans each year with winning strategy, honest analysis, and trusted insight. With 100M+ annual views, 15M+ lifetime podcast downloads, and a predominantly U.S.-based audience, he has become a go-to authority for fantasy football players nationwide. His work goes beyond rankings and draft kits, focusing on real strategy, context, and roster construction that actually wins leagues. He has partnered with major brands.

Nutritious meals are an important goal for many families, but finding recipes that everyone will love isn’t always easy. From busy schedules to picky palates, the challenges are real. But introducing new, nutritious meals doesn’t mean we need to sacrifice flavor or fun.March is National Nutrition Month, and Kelly Jones, a board-certified specialist in sports dietetics says the perfect time to introduce new meal ideas into your routine. Whether you want to incorporate more protein in your diet, need to follow a gluten-free plan, or are simply curious about healthier alternatives, there is one simple way to eat more vegetables without sacrificing taste: swap IN potatoes!

Neha Pathak, MD, FACP, DipABLM, helps to lead WebMD’s Medical Team, which is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of health information on WebMD. As Chief Physician Editor, Health and Lifestyle Medicine, she oversees a national network of physicians who review content across the site and collaborates with the editorial teams that create it, including news, special reports, WebMD Magazine, videos, mobile applications, tools, and health reference content. She talked with Bruce about a new platform, Embody is a new, inclusive platform that offers self-guided classes, downloadable resources, interactive self-tests, real-time webinars, and community support — all built to empower individuals with complex medical profiles to develop and maintain healthy lifestyles that support their overall well-being.

How can you protect yourself from these phishing attacks during this year’s tax season . In addition to enabling strong, phishing-resistant password across their accounts other tools such as YubiKeys - a hardware security key could be helpful.Ronnie Manning with Yubico, the maker of YubiKeys, talked with Bruce about some cyber security basics and in bonus audio online, also provides more details about the growing trend of passkeys as a new level of security.

Lori Kingsley is the founder and creative force behind Sweet Life by Lori, a joy-forward art and lifestyle brand celebrating life’s sweetest moments. Raised on Long Island with the creative influence of New York City, Lori studied design at the Fashion Institute of Technology and built a decades-long career in the fashion and beauty industries, including roles with global leaders L’Oréal and Estée Lauder. Following the devastating loss of both of her parents to COVID-19, Lori transformed grief into purpose, channeling her love of beauty, nostalgia, and celebration into her work. What began as handcrafted luxury confections evolved into her signature resin art — one-of-a-kind pieces incorporating real candy to evoke childhood wonder, gratitude, and joy. Each Sweet Life by Lori piece is designed to spark happiness and connection, reminding collectors that the little things are often the most meaningful. Lori’s work resonates with those seeking heartfelt, joyful alternatives to traditional gifts and has quickly gained a devoted following for its emotional depth and playful elegance.

As the world convenes in Orlando for the annual International Builders Show – the largest annual light construction trade show in the world – renowned storm chaser Josh Morgerman is showcasing the benefits of building climate resilient, durable homes.

The new film Drive Me to the Moon, which celebrates its online premiere on Wednesday February 11th is an exciting new documentary that gives a behind-the-scenes look into the groundbreaking Lunar Voyage 1 mission and highlights the engineering and ingenuity required for next generation mobility on the Moon. Fabiana Neves, VP of Castrol Americas, shares details on the new documentary and discuss the Lunar Voyage 1 mission.

Raphael Groten is a Vermont composer and multi-instrumentalist specializing in music as medicine. Over the past 25 years, Raphael has been a practitioner of sound healing and released eight albums under his record label Humming Bird Studios. He currently works and plays with his partner Rebecca Kodis under the name Wandering Roots.Raphael Groten’s music draws upon influences and genres from around the world, offering soulful songs to carry the listener into deeper states of presence and well being. Inspired by folk, jazz, pop/rock, R&B, latin, world and more, his music focuses on cultivating peace, unity and healing within ourselves and all of life.For more information, go to www.RaphaelGroten.com

What do you do when your ancestral responsibility to pray for your community can’t be met because your community no longer exists? How does one use music to connect to their identity, even to pray? How does one relate to God when they’ve lost everything? How does one come to terms with something as unbelievable as the Holocaust after the war has ended? What happens when a Jewish man, who has lost everything, finds a second chance by living in, and marrying into, Black communities in Mississippi and New York in the 1950s?These are some of the big questions posed in a moving and uniquely told, award-winning, and critically-acclaimed debut novel by Howard Langer, entitled The Last Dekrepitzer.

Did you know that one in four American adults (more than 50 million people) are childfree or permanently childless? Yet, nearly every conversation about work, wealth, and legacy assumes parenthood as the default.Dr. Jay Zigmont, PhD, MBA, CFP®, is the nation’s leading expert on this overlooked demographic. As the founder of Childfree Wealth® and Childfree Trust®, he has spent years researching how this massive population is redefining financial planning, estate law, and even consumer behavior.

With many different K-12 school choice options available for families, school choice week starting Jan. 25 is the best time to explore education options. Alissa Jacques, Navigation Partnerships Manager, National School Choice Awareness Foundation, talked with Bruce about ways to help parents navigate their school choice options and find the right learning fit for their children.

Alex Martin is the Founder and CEO of Amaya Staffing Consultants LLC, a national recruitment firm headquartered in New Hampshire. He built the company on a foundation of integrity, purpose, and a people-first philosophy. With 10 years of experience in recruiting, Alex specializes in permanent placements across healthcare, accounting & finance, legal, human resources, and business services - helping organizations nationwide build high-performing teams.

Lisa L. Baker, executive coach, speaker, and Founder of Ascentim, the award-winning coaching and leadership development firm helping high achievers lead boldly and live fully. Backed by over 20 years of Fortune 500 leadership experience, Lisa is a trusted guide for professionals ready to rise into their greatness and lead with authenticity, purpose, and passion. She talked with Bruce about how you can refocus for the new year.

Holiday Gifts Made in America — Karen Post, a designer and entrepreneur has created the first officially licensed America250™ Prosperity Pillow. She has also assembled a standout selection of gifts from independent American makers.

Author Allen Northcutt’s fun-filled and inspiring holiday tale, The Legend of Chris Moose, weaves a whimsical story of The Ugly Duckling meets Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, where animal friends that love an amiable but tattered moose whose name is “Ugly,” come to see the discarded moose as useful because of the very thing that makes him different.

Alex Fredericks is a Growth Engineer and co-founder of ToneWell, specializing in AI-driven growth, frequency-based wellness, and premium brand scale. ToneWell is a voice-based wellness signal. In 30 seconds, we analyze patterns tied to stress, recovery, hydration, and sleep, then deliver a simple report with 3-5 priority habits for the next 7 days. No wearables, labs, or portals—just your voice. Use it after travel, tough weeks, or training blocks to steer faster.

Carrie Van Schaick is a licensed therapist and founder of The Union Therapy Group in New York. She talked with Bruce about how the holidays tend to bring out old family roles and reactions. Many people focus on who triggers them instead of noticing the energy they bring into the room. She says that real growth comes from regulating yourself, staying grounded, and taking responsibility for your part in the emotional tone of the gathering.

(WITH BONUS AUDIO) -- With Thanksgiving just around the corner -- Bruce Ferrell had a chance to talk with Daly Thompson with Boo and Henry's Memphis Pit Barbecue about some creative ways to celebrate the food centric holiday.

Autism is one of the most complex and misunderstood topics in medical research. Speaking from experience as a father of two autistic children, author Dinesh Danny set out to examine the brain, uncover a potential cause, and bring this knowledge into the mainstream. In his book, Autism Causes Unveiled, he sheds light on brain injury during birth and how it may be the missing link between brain development and autism. With detailed descriptions and thorough research, Dinesh offers a variety of potential causes of these injuries.

Propel Models is a modeling agency based in Tolland, Connecticut, committed to fostering and enhancing the careers of emerging models. Established by Tina Rattigan, the agency employs a tailored approach to support talent in navigating the challenges of the modeling and fashion industries. Propel Models is dedicated to offering extensive training in key areas such as posing and runway techniques, while also aiding models in curating impressive portfolios. The agency serves as a liaison between models and clients, expertly managing contract negotiations and securing employment opportunities.

Tania Moore is the Broker/Owner of ERA Live Moore, a regional real estate company serving Charlotte, Raleigh, Winston-Salem, Jacksonville, Marion, Ashville, Cornelius, Wilkesboro. She talked to Bruce about current real estate trends.

(BONUS AUDIO) Most people don’t know the story behind the man who founded the company that helped revolutionize healthcare in America. A recently published, award-winning book, David A. Jones: Always Moving Forward, now reveals how a man who started out dirt-poor became a huge success story, and along the way we learn about the leadership principles that he employed, the family values that he instilled, and his insights on watershed moments in the transformation of the healthcare system.“This is a story of friends, family, hometown values – and an entrepreneur who changed American healthcare forever,” says David Jones, Jr., who edited his father’s autobiography and saw to its publication after his death. The billionaire’s oldest son is also a healthcare venture capitalist and the former chairman of Humana, having succeeded his father.David Jones, Jr., talked with Bruce about his father's legacy and the landscape of healthcare's future.

Dr Gina Williams has been practicing Physical Therapy for 20 decades. She received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Long Island University in New York.Her work is primarily in Orthopedics, Sports, Shoulder and Knee injuries including treating chronic injuries of the neck and back.Over the years, she’s worked alongside the top Surgeons in New York and Connecticut. After seeing the need for 1 on 1 physical therapy care she decided to establish her Concierge Physical Therapy Practice Mobility Health Physical Therapy in 2017. Her team of skilled clinicians treat clients in their workplaces, homes, online, or at the clinic in Manhattan.

(INCLUDES BONUS AUDIO)Have you ever longed to live under the sea? A new chapter in subsea human habitation is bringing that dream closer to Americans, as DEEP, a pioneering engineering and technology company, announces that it is expanding its operations in the United States.Vanguard — DEEP’s pilot subsea human habitat — is being built in Florida. Vanguard signifies a bold new chapter in ocean habitation and exploration, as the first crewed subsea human habitat of its kind to be constructed in four decades.Vanguard will support missions ranging from marine science and research, coral reef restoration, even astronaut training. Dr. Dawn Kernagis of Apex, renowned scientist and aquanaut, discusses this breakthrough in underwater human habitation

(INCLUDES BONUS AUDIO) Clinical depression or major depressive disorder (MDD) is one of the most common mental health disorders, with almost 21 million adults in the United States having experienced at least one major depressive episode.1 For some individuals, major depressive disorder can result in severe impairments that interfere with or limit their ability to carry out major life activities. Leading up to World Mental Health Day October 10, Bruce talked to Brittany Albright, M.D., MPH, Board-Certified Psychiatrist and Medical Director at Sweetgrass Psychiatry, and Ben, a patient who lives with treatment-resistant depression (TRD), to raise awareness of the challenges that come with difficult-to-treat depression and how to navigate finding a treatment option that works as mental health continues to be an increasingly prevalent crisis in the U.S.

(INCLUDES BONUS AUDIO) -- Mark Rampolla is a visionary entrepreneur, investor, speaker, and writer known for inspiring mission-driven leaders to build businesses that matter—and lives of real freedom.As Co-Founder and Co-Managing Partner of GroundForce Capital, he helps bold founders scale purpose-driven companies that generate massive impact including Liquid Death, Bobbie Baby Formula, Beyond Meat, Thrive Market, Vive Organics, and OWYN. Previously, Mark founded ZICO Coconut Water, pioneering the multibillion-dollar coconut water category before selling to The Coca-Cola Company—and later, buying it back.His latest book is An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Freedom, a radical call to wake up from the myth of entrepreneurial freedom and discover what it truly means to be free—mentally, emotionally, financially, and spiritually.

In a time when traditional savings accounts are offering less incentives to younger generations, new research shows that Bitcoin (BTC) is emerging as a frontrunner in how Millennials and Gen Z approach wealth building—and older generations may be missing out. Financial expert Stefanie O’Connell shares details on the launch of easyBitcoin, reveal the latest research on generational financial investment trends, dispel myths and misconceptions around Bitcoin and share key financial tips to navigate this new digital economy.

Jane Leavy has established herself as the preeminent baseball biographer with best sellers about the lives of legends Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle and Sandy Koufax. Now she takes the role of Commissioner of the game she loves and provides insights about how she believes America’s Pastime can become even greater. Leavy’s latest book, Make Me Commissioner: I Know What’s Wrong with Baseball and How to Fix It, leans into her decades of covering the game and her well-informed views on what needs to change to ensure that baseball’s enduring legacy continues and thrives.

Bruce talks with Julia Putzeys, a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and founder and GM of Trash Panda, a food scanner app that identifies potential concerns on food labels by flagging potentially harmful additives, allergens, and ultra-processed ingredients. She discusses the connection between food transparency, ingredient awareness, and overall health and well-beingJulia combined her passion for health and wellness with her tech-focused background to develop the concept for the app, when she realized how many harmful additives are in our food today, and the impact they have on chronic disease. Julia can talk about the genesis of the app, Trash Panda's mission to provide food transparency, and how technology continues to shape our food choices.

(BONUS AUDIO) -- Kate Mulder is a human performance and intuitive intelligence specialist with over 15 years of experience in intuitive performance, the neuroscience of human behavior, and the science of consciousness. She has trained in multiple performance methodologies and neuroscientific protocols, as well as advanced intuitive development. Guided largely by her intuition, Kate has helped build international investment ecosystems from the ground up—with no handbook, precedent, or prior experience—delivering measurable results in finance, global impact, and innovation. She has trained and consulted for leaders and organizations including BlackRock, JP Morgan, Draper University, Startup Weekend, Stanford, and the World Economic Forum. Her work blends advanced neuroscientific methods with intuitive intelligence to unlock peak performance in high-stakes environments. Learn more at https://mulderkate.com

As millions of young athletes return to fall sports seasons nationwide, there's a troubling trend that parents and coaches need to address: 70% of youth athletes are burning out by age 16, and the rise of social media has created unprecedented mental pressure on young competitors. Jeff Greenwald, a two-time world tennis champion, elite coach, and licensed sports psychologist, has just released "The Mental Edge for Young Athletes" with urgent insights and practical solutions to help families navigate this crisis.

Sue Phillips is a visionary fragrance authority whose corporate achievements span senior roles at elite beauty houses, founding her own global fragrance consultancy, and pioneering bespoke experiences through her atelier in NYC. Her book The Power of Perfume becomes a testament to her belief that scent is a powerful tool for identity, emotion, and healing.

Ronnie Manning is Chief Brand Advocate of Yubico, He talked with Bruce about tools for digital security.

Dexter Jacobs is a Caribbean-American entrepreneur and digital commerce leader, currently serving as President of Jacobs Imports Inc.—a family-owned, second-generation business that has served diverse U.S. markets since 1989. With over 16 years of experience in brand marketing, emerging technologies, retail, and cultural strategy, Dexter is committed to creating better access for emerging food and beverage brands.He is also the founder of House of Beloved Brands (HOBB), a platform that helps Caribbean and South American brands grow in the U.S. through three core pillars: tech-powered logistics, AI-driven pricing, and cooperative infrastructure. By combining cultural storytelling with modern tools, Dexter is building a more inclusive and efficient supply chain—one rooted in heritage, equity, and community solidarity.

Just in time for World Oceans Day, a new survey brings a splash of insight into how different generations perceive and engage with the ocean—and the results may surprise you. Former NASA Aquanaut and Director of Scientific Research at DEEP, Dr. Dawn Kernagis of Apex shared results that deep into the public perception of our oceans and explores how American families, across generations, think about the ocean.

Can one heal from childhood wounds at the hands of those who are closest to her and are supposed to love and protect her? The answer is ‘yes,’ after you read one woman’s forceful story of how she endured sex abuse at the hands of her father and grandparents, as well as verbal and physical abuse form her mom. Author Diane Young struggled to live a normal and healthy life but eventually she perseveres and thrives. Her moving and touching book, Wilderness Woman: A Triumphant Spirit, is sure to inspire anyone who suffered childhood pain or setbacks.

Debra Morrison is the visionary for the We Can Do It Women™ Movement. Retired from 42 yrs. practicing as a Fiduciary CFP® & Asset Manager, Debra now leverages her wisdom as a Financial & Leadership Coach for Mature Women, using everyday analogies & humor to uplevel women’s financial confidence to build wealth, so they can live untethered lives. (interview includes bonus podcast content)

Mark Pentecost, a self-made billionaire and former high school math teacher, is ready to shatter your limitations with his bold new book, Life of Your Dreams. This powerful guide dives deep into seven life-altering steps that propelled him from mere survival to extraordinary success, equipping readers with the tools to break free from the shackles of complacency. As an entrepreneur, nationally recognized philanthropist and a world-renowned thought leader,

In this dramatic account, Taking Midway, Martin Dugard (coauthor with Bill O’Reilly of the Killing series) narrates the events leading up to the June 1942 battle for a remote Pacific Island that became a major turning point of WWII. After Japan’s December 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, the U.S. was pushed relentlessly back across the Pacific by a superior Japanese navy, which seized Singapore and then the Philippines. The U.S. naval base on Midway, located 1,200 miles from the nearest other port, was critical as a waypoint and refueling station, but U.S. naval intelligence believed that Japan’s next attack would be on Australia. However, an eccentric codebreaker, Cmdr. Joe Rochefort, leader of an unconventional team of military cryptographers—who “dressed informally,” were “prone to obsession,” and “admitted to being ‘nuts’ ”—developed a unique method for deciphering encrypted Japanese communiques that revealed the next target would be Midway.