The Patricia Raskin Show

DESCRIPTION In this episode Don Weber, a former U.S. government field operative turned global communication strategist ,whose career in human intelligence (HUMINT) spanned more than 90 countries across South America, Africa, and Europe will discuss operating under multiple identities during the George Bush administration. Don navigated high-risk environments, worked alongside organized crime figures, foreign agents, and volatile political networks, and even embedded himself in Antwerp's diamond trade circles as part of a covert cover. Today, Don applies those insights to the executive boardroom. Now one of Europe's most respected executive communication coaches, he trains royalty, EU diplomats, ambassadors, senior politicians, and Fortune 500 leaders on the art of ethical influence, authentic presence, and leadership under pressure. Don shares how to read body language and decode power dynamics in any room, offering insight into the signals most people miss. He discusses why empathy is the most powerful form of influence, especially for leaders who want lasting impact. The conversation dives into what leadership looks like in high-stakes environments where pressure is constant and decisions carry consequences. Finally, Don shows how mindfulness and martial discipline shape authentic communication, blending presence, awareness, and control into a grounded leadership style.   GUEST BIO Don Weber is a global communication strategist, human intelligence (HUMINT) expert, and executive coach whose life tells a story of survival, reinvention, and mastery. For more than 15 years, Don worked in international intelligence operations across 90+ countries as a U.S. government field operative. Operating under multiple identities during the George Bush administration, he gathered intelligence throughout South America, Africa, and Europe, often working in proximity to organized crime figures, foreign agents, and politically volatile networks. One of his covers placed him inside Antwerp's diamond trade, a uniquely complex world that sharpened his ability to build rapport across cultural, economic, and ideological divides.After leaving intelligence work, Don redirected his life toward helping leaders communicate with authenticity and awareness. Over the past decade, he has become one of Europe's most respected executive communication coaches, advising royalty, EU diplomats, ambassadors, senior politicians, and Fortune 500 executives across major European capitals. Trained in martial arts for real-world application and grounded in a lifelong meditation practice, Don blends combat discipline with mindful presence. The result is a powerful, grounded approach to ethical influence, leadership under pressure, and mastering the unspoken signals that define human connection.   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/drwebercoaching  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-weber/ Website: https://drwebercoaching.com  

DESCRIPTION In this episode of Patricia Raskin's show, Patricia interviews speaker mentor Leisa Reid on the powerful theme of "Share Your Brilliance." Drawing from her experience delivering more than 500 speaking engagements, Leisa shares proven speaking strategies and insider secrets to help entrepreneurs turn the stage into a consistent client-attraction tool. Leisa explores why so many talented people hold back their voice and how speaking up can open doors both personally and professionally. She offers practical insights on building confidence, turning your message into meaningful impact, and using your story as a force for connection and growth. If you've ever felt called to step forward but weren't sure how, this conversation will inspire you to claim your voice, share your message, and let your brilliance be seen. GUEST BIO Leisa Reid is known as The Speaking Strategy Mentor and is the Founder of Get Speaking Gigs Now™ and the CEO of the International Speaker Network™. Having delivered over 600 talks and authored 9 books, Leisa has helped business owners scale their impact beyond 1:1, through the power of speaking. She believes speaking isn't just about giving a talk; it's about creating a consistent strategy to get booked, stay booked, and attract clients for the lifetime of your business. Leisa is passionate about showing experts how to use speaking as a serious revenue pathway, without the pressure of being perfect or "salesy." Her down-to-earth approach and proven system empower business owners to confidently share their message, grow their business, and make the impact they were born to create. When she's not mentoring speakers, you'll find Leisa enjoying 80's music, live concerts, and her life in Southern California with her family.   https://GetSpeakingGigsNow.com  https://GetSpeakingGigsNow.com/tips Facebook:   https://facebook.com/getspeakinggigsnow/  https://www.facebook.com/leisa.reid.2/  Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/leisareid/     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getspeakinggigsnow/  https://www.instagram.com/leisareid  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LeisaReid 

DESCRIPTION:  Paula Marshall, Author of Finding the Soul of Big Business, is the CEO of the Bama Companies, Inc, which manufactures oven-ready products for customers in the quick-service and casual restaurant industry and private label products for retail in more than 17 countries.  In her book, she speaks about the lessons and distinctions she has learned and applied to her intentions as a CEO.  With recognition of each employee, vendor and customer's own journeys and the collective steps to become the journey of Bama Companies, Inc. Paula is the founder of Paula Marshall Foundation, which builds schools in Ghana for children to provides education that offers an opportunity for a new life.  In this episode, Paula talks about food safety week that is global, dealing with fear of uncertainty at work and home, the schools her foundation has built in Ghana to provide education for children and adolescents, and how entrepreneurs and executives need similar skills to success.  GUEST BIO As Bama's Chief Executive Officer, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful". Paula assumed responsibility as CEO of the Bama Companies in 1984, which now includes Bama Pie, Bama Foods, Bama Frozen Dough, Beijing Bama and Bama Europa. Under her leadership, Bama has expanded to provide a wide variety of frozen desserts and baked goods to fast food chains and casual and family dining restaurants. Paula received her Bachelor of Science in business from Oklahoma City University (OCU) in 1982, and her PhD in commercial science, also from OCU, in 1993. Paula is the author of four books and believes all business people must embrace both entrepreneurship and management to succeed. https://thepaulamarshall.com/story/  https://paulamarshallfoundation.org/  

  FINDING THE SOUL OF BIG BUSINESS Paula Marshall is the CEO of the Bama Companies, Inc, which manufactures oven-ready products for customers in the quick-service and casual restaurant industry and private label products for retail in more than 17 countries. Paula is the founder of Paula Marshall Foundation, which builds schools in Ghana for children to provides education that offers an opportunity for a new life. in this episode, Paula  talks about food safety week that is global, dealing with fear of uncertainty at work and home, the schools her foundation has built in Ghana to provide education for children and adolescents, and how entrepreneurs and executives need similar skills to success.  ABOUT PAULA MARSHALL As Bama's Chief Executive Officer, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful". Paula assumed responsibility as CEO of the Bama Companies in 1984, which now includes Bama Pie, Bama Foods, Bama Frozen Dough, Beijing Bama and Bama Europa. Under her leadership, Bama has expanded to provide a wide variety of frozen desserts and baked goods to fast food chains and casual and family dining restaurants. Paula received her Bachelor of Science in business from Oklahoma City University (OCU) in 1982, and her PhD in commercial science, also from OCU, in 1993. Paula is the author of four books and believes all business people must embrace both entrepreneurship and management to succeed. https://thepaulamarshall.com/story/                                                                                           

Paula Marshall is the CEO of the Bama Companies, Inc, which manufactures oven-ready products for customers in the quick-service and casual restaurant industry and private label products for retail in more than 17 countries. As CEO, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful. Paula is the author of four books, including Finding the Soul of Big Business. Paula will give tips on how to make work fulfilling and productive. She will touch upon how people, especially the employees and customers are the reason for business and how employees who understand this theme will succeed. For more information on Paula Marshall and Bama Companies : https://www.bama.com/about/team/   ABOUT PAULA MARSHALL As Bama's Chief Executive Officer, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful". Paula assumed responsibility as CEO of the Bama Companies in 1984, which now includes Bama Pie, Bama Foods, Bama Frozen Dough, Beijing Bama and Bama Europa. Under her leadership, Bama has expanded to provide a wide variety of frozen desserts and baked goods to fast food chains and casual and family dining restaurants. Paula received her Bachelor of Science in business from Oklahoma City University (OCU) in 1982, and her PhD in commercial science, also from OCU, in 1993. Paula is the author of four books and believes all business people must embrace both entrepreneurship and management to succeed. https://thepaulamarshall.com/story/                 

liyPaula Marshall is the CEO of the Bama Companies, Inc, which manufactures oven-ready products for customers in the quick-service and casual restaurant industry and private label products for retail in more than 17 countries. As CEO, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization.                                                     Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful. Paula is the author of four books, including Finding the Soul of Big Business. Paula will give tips on how to make work fulfilling and productive. She will touch upon how people, especially the employees and customers are the reason for business and how employees who understand this theme will succeed. For more information on Paula Marshall: https://thepaulamarshall.com/story/         

Paula Marshall is the CEO of the Bama Companies, Inc, which manufactures oven-ready products for customers in the quick-service and casual restaurant industry and private label products for retail in more than 17 countries. As CEO, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful". Paula is the author of four books, including Finding the Soul of Big Business. Paula will give tips on how to make work fulfilling and productive. She will touch upon how people, especially the employees and customers are the reason for business and how employees who understand this theme will succeed.  ABOUT PAULA MARSHALL As Bama's Chief Executive Officer, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful". Paula assumed responsibility as CEO of the Bama Companies in 1984, which now includes Bama Pie, Bama Foods, Bama Frozen Dough, Beijing Bama and Bama Europa. Under her leadership, Bama has expanded to provide a wide variety of frozen desserts and baked goods to fast food chains and casual and family dining restaurants. Paula received her Bachelor of Science in business from Oklahoma City University (OCU) in 1982, and her PhD in commercial science, also from OCU, in 1993. Paula is the author of four books and believes all business people must embrace both entrepreneurship and management to succeed. https://thepaulamarshall.com/story/                                                  

SPECIAL HOLIDAY REBROADCAST- Diana Zaheer, international spiritual teacher, is the founder of Inner Harbor Teachings. Diana Zaheer is a counselor and teacher of healing and wisdom traditions with more than 30 years of experience in her area. After thousands of client hours helping people navigate their lives during Covid, Diana Zaheer joined forces with Grammy nominated Lincoln Parish to give people support in key mental health moments with a powerful and innovative spoken word album, Over the Counter Meditations. The positive and creative approach to access support on music platforms is also scientific, as music is known to activate the limbic system triggering emotion in listeners. The rising issues of stress, anxiety and isolation have the mindfulness meditation apps market predicted to reach 7586.45 million by 2031. For Zaheer it's all about the people. "The vehicle of music and teaching together can reach a bigger audience and help so many, because people love music." Diana will discuss the positive effects and share clips from her album Over The Counter Meditations.

Paula Marshall is the CEO of the Bama Companies, Inc, which manufactures oven-ready products for customers in the quick-service and casual restaurant industry and private label products for retail in more than 17 countries. As CEO, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful". Paula is the author of four books, including Finding the Soul of Big Business. Paula will give tips on how to make work fulfilling and productive. She will touch upon how people, especially the employees and customers are the reason for business and how employees who understand this theme will succeed.  ABOUT PAULA MARSHALL As Bama's Chief Executive Officer, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful". Paula assumed responsibility as CEO of the Bama Companies in 1984, which now includes Bama Pie, Bama Foods, Bama Frozen Dough, Beijing Bama and Bama Europa. Under her leadership, Bama has expanded to provide a wide variety of frozen desserts and baked goods to fast food chains and casual and family dining restaurants. Paula received her Bachelor of Science in business from Oklahoma City University (OCU) in 1982, and her PhD in commercial science, also from OCU, in 1993. Paula is the author of four books and believes all business people must embrace both entrepreneurship and management to succeed. https://thepaulamarshall.com/story/                                                  

Paula Marshall is the CEO of the Bama Companies, Inc, which manufactures oven-ready products for customers in the quick-service and casual restaurant industry and private label products for retail in more than 17 countries. As CEO, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful". Paula is the author of four books, including Finding the Soul of Big Business. Paula will give tips on how to make work fulfilling and productive. She will touch upon how people, especially the employees and customers are the reason for business and how employees who understand this theme will succeed.  ABOUT PAULA MARSHALL As Bama's Chief Executive Officer, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful". Paula assumed responsibility as CEO of the Bama Companies in 1984, which now includes Bama Pie, Bama Foods, Bama Frozen Dough, Beijing Bama and Bama Europa. Under her leadership, Bama has expanded to provide a wide variety of frozen desserts and baked goods to fast food chains and casual and family dining restaurants. Paula received her Bachelor of Science in business from Oklahoma City University (OCU) in 1982, and her PhD in commercial science, also from OCU, in 1993. Paula is the author of four books and believes all business people must embrace both entrepreneurship and management to succeed. https://thepaulamarshall.com/story/                                                  

Paula Marshall is the CEO of the Bama Companies, Inc, which manufactures oven-ready products for customers in the quick-service and casual restaurant industry and private label products for retail in more than 17 countries. As CEO, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful". Paula is the author of four books, including Finding the Soul of Big Business. Paula will give tips on how to make work fulfilling and productive. She will touch upon how people, especially the employees and customers are the reason for business and how employees who understand this theme will succeed.  ABOUT PAULA MARSHALL As Bama's Chief Executive Officer, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful". Paula assumed responsibility as CEO of the Bama Companies in 1984, which now includes Bama Pie, Bama Foods, Bama Frozen Dough, Beijing Bama and Bama Europa. Under her leadership, Bama has expanded to provide a wide variety of frozen desserts and baked goods to fast food chains and casual and family dining restaurants. Paula received her Bachelor of Science in business from Oklahoma City University (OCU) in 1982, and her PhD in commercial science, also from OCU, in 1993. Paula is the author of four books and believes all business people must embrace both entrepreneurship and management to succeed. https://thepaulamarshall.com/story/                                                  

Ken's new book "The Courage to Change Everything" provides proven wealth strategies and success principles to help people stand in their strength, awaken their inner genius, and fast track their success. It includes a foreword by Steven M.R. Covey. "Most people think of courage as running into a burning building or being a first responder," says Ken, "but true courage pushes us past our personal limitations, so we can transcend difficulties and open up substantial opportunities. Ken will discuss: * The Code of Courage Formula to See the Unseeable * How to Increase Your Courage and Know the Unknowable * Ways to Awaken Your Inner Genius and Do the Impossible * Steps to Change Your Destiny and Achieve an Extraordinary Life                                                        ABOUT KEN D FOSTER  With over 35 years of experience as a transformational leader, yogi, and business strategist, Ken D. Foster combines vision, expertise, and heart to create meaningful change. He is more than just a coach or mentor, Ken is a visionary philanthropist, best-selling author, leadership teacher and member of the Club of Budapest. Ken has empowered thousands of CEOs, entrepreneurs, executives, and professionals to make bold decisions, overcome challenges, and realize their full potential. By combining timeless wisdom, intuitive insights, practical strategies, and innovative tools, he helps his clients achieve coherence, enhance leadership skills, create work-life balance, and deliver measurable, transformative results. Ken's journey is as extraordinary as the results he helps others achieve. Starting from humble beginnings as a gas station attendant, he faced a challenging childhood and overcame numerous setbacks. Despite these obstacles, Ken rose to lead a $200-million-a-year financial services business. Yet, even at the pinnacle of his career, he realized that success without love and fulfillment felt hollow. 

Paula Marshall is an author and has been the CEO of the Bama Companies since 1984. Her vision stands as a beacon for team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful". Under her leadership, Bama has expanded to provide a wide variety of frozen desserts and baked goods to fast-food chains, as well as casual and family dining restaurants. She will give tips on how to make work fulfilling and productive, as well as discuss her book, Finding the Soul of Big Business.

Back from popular demand! A rebroadcast of Paula Marshall is an author and has been the CEO of the Bama Companies since 1984. Her vision stands as a beacon for team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful". Under her leadership, Bama has expanded to provide a wide variety of frozen desserts and baked goods to fast food chains, as well as casual and family dining restaurants. She will give tips on how to make work fulfilling and productive, as well as discuss her book, Finding the Soul of Big Business.

Paula Marshall is an author and has been the CEO of the Bama Companies since 1984. Her vision stands as a beacon for team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – "People Helping People Be Successful". Under her leadership, Bama has expanded to provide a wide variety of frozen desserts and baked goods to fast food chains, as well as casual and family dining restaurants. She will give tips on how to make work fulfilling and productive, as well as discuss her book, Finding the Soul of Big Business.

Join nationally recognized multi-media talk show host and award winning producer Patricia Raskin, as she interviews Deborah Heneghan, author of 'closer than you think: The Easy Guide to Connecting with Loved Ones on the Other Side'. Heneghan reveals how she began to recognize signs and messages from her sister and how the process of grieving can lead to inspiration and guidance.