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The Sonny Melendrez Show
by Sonny Melendrez
Have your spirits lifted!Hosted by award-winning motivational keynote speaker, Hall of Fame radio/TV host and author, Sonny Melendrez, each show is filled to the brim with inspiration and entertainment through storytelling, fascinating guests, live performances, exclusive celebrity interviews and all delivered with unstoppable enthusiasm!Official site: SonnyRadio.comCome play with us!
Episodes
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Nikita Tejwani: At 17, She's Already Changing Lives With AI
What happens when a 17-year-old sees a problem and decides to solve it? On this episode of The Sonny Melendrez Show, Sonny welcomes Nikita Tejwani, a high school senior, entrepreneur, and young innovator using artificial intelligence to help others. Nikita shares how watching her mother navigate…
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Jim Cathcart: The Question That Can Change A Life
What if one honest question could completely change the direction of your life? Legendary Hall of Fame speaker, bestselling author, and mentor, Jim Cathcart joins Sonny Melendrez for an inspiring conversation about personal growth, self-belief, discipline, and discovering your true potential. Jim...
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A Dream Connection: Four young dreamers and Johnny Mathis
Sometimes the most memorable moments are completely unplanned. As I was preparing this week's show, my wife Linda's friends stopped by with their granddaughters for a visit. As they toured the studio, I invited the girls to gather around the microphones and asked a simple question: "What do you...
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Remembering A Texas Music Legend: My Conversation with Augie Meyers
Some musicians play music… and some musicians create a sound. Augie Meyers did both. And if you've ever heard that unmistakable Vox organ, you know exactly what I mean. Every now and then, Texas gives the world a musician whose sound becomes part of our musical DNA. Augie Meyers was one of those...
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Off the Wall Improv: The Lost KMPC Session
On the afternoon of July 31, 1978, members of one of the finest improv groups of all time—Andy Goldberg, Wendy Cutler, Wayne Powers, Paul Wilson, Susan Elliott, Tony Delia, and director Dee Marcus—walked into the KMPC Radio studios at 5858 Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood to record bits for The…
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Scott Carley: Can I Trust You?
Scott Carley is a transformative force in leadership, known as The Change Energizer for a reason—he empowers success-driven leaders to become Consecutive Champions, pushing their biggest goals across the finish line again and again. He is the author of Can I Trust You? In this episode: Sonny…
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Robin Frederick - Song Doctor
Robin Frederick is a celebrated songwriter, author and children's television contributor. She is a former director of A&R and production for Rhino Records and Executive Producer of over 60 albums. She has written and produced more than 500 songs for television, records, theater and more. Our...
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Stan Peake: Lasting Happiness is an Inside Job
Want to know the secret to lasting and fulfilling happiness? You've come to the right place! Sonny visits with Stan Peake, executive coach, business consultant, speaker and author of 5 books, including "Lasting Happiness is an Inside Job," the title of his popular TEDx talk. In this episode, Stan...
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JD Gershbein: LinkedIn Secrets
JD Gershbein is an expert on all things LinkedIn. His company, Owlish Communications provides LinkedIn branding and advisory services to executives, leaders and entrepreneurs around the world. Listen, as Sonny poses the most asked questions by LinkedIn users. In this episode, you'll learn: -The...
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Bobby Vee: AKA Robert Thomas Velline - Exclusive!
Listen as Sonny reaches into his radio archives to share one of his most treasured interviews with an American music icon: Bobby Vee. Their visit took place on Sonny's show at KMPC Radio in Los Angeles in 1974. Bobby shares his journey of being catapulted into the world of popular music and then...
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Christmas Special: Cher, Don Rickles, Ed McMahon, Melissa Gilbert
In the early 1980's my radio home was KMPC Radio in Los Angeles and it was my honor to lend my talents to the efforts of the Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services. It was at one of the annual Christmas parties for foster children that I had the pleasure of interviewing some of…
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Ernest Jones: A Chance To Dream Again
For 18 Thanksgiving seasons, it has been my honor to serve as an MC for a compassionate and joyful event, sponsored by the generosity Lana Duke and Ruth's Chris Steakhouse in San Antonio. Each year, up to 100 children from the Roy Maas Youth Alternatives, a facility that provides comprehensive...
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Daniel Gomez: The Makings of a Millionaire Mind
Daniel Gomez is an award-winning motivational keynote speaker, business coach, corporate trainer, and executive coach. He has over 20 years of experience in leadership development. He speaks at events around the world. Gomez is also the author of the international best-selling book You Were Born…
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Susannah & Stephanie Scheller: Fly -- An Entrepreneur's Journey
To say that Stephanie and Susannah Scheller are extrodinary entrepreneurs is an understatement! Stephanie is CEO and founder of Grow Disrupt, a company that produces next-level personal growth events that support small business growth. One of those events is the annual Grow Retreat, featuring...
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Carla Sutterfield: Mind Soothing Music
Carla Sutterfield and her band, Carbonlily creates and performs music that feels brand new. Moreover, you'll likely feel better for having heard their magical words and mind-soothing music. Carla's voice is pure and riveting. Listen as she visits with Sonny and shares how to turn a vision into a...
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Infinite Wonder of Space: The Scobee Education Center
Guest: Rick Varner is the director of the Scobee Education Center, located on the campus of San Antonio College in San Antonio, Texas, (named in honor former SAC student and NASA astronaut, Francis R. (Dick) Scobee – Commander of the Space Shuttle Challenger's final flight.) It is also the home…
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Words of Encouragement: At a time when we need it most.
In this inspirational episode, several of Sonny's past guests share their words of encourage at a time when the world needs it most. Louie Barrios lessons from the 2 most vulnerable days of his life Laura Marie's beautiful encouraging song for her husband The most important thing growing up in…
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Dr. Harry Croft: The Mind Is Powerful Medicine
Having high anxiety? You've come to the right place! My dear friend, Dr. Harry Croft, is an internationally respected psychiatrist who specializes in PTSD, (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), having treated over 7,000 patients during his career. My visit with him on this week's radio comes at a…
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Maddy Sky: Social Media Butterfly
Madalyn Mendoza, AKA Maddy Skye, is a proud San Antonio native and digital reporter for the San Antonio Express-News and MySA.com. She is prolific on social media sites, especially Twitter and Instagram. She is connected, vibrant and very approachable! Listen as Maddy reveals to Sonny her secrets...
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Darrin Wylie: How To Tell Your Story
Darrin Wylie is the wearer of many creative hats. His background as a military broadcaster, communications professional at USAA, TEDx San Antonio director and producer has given him the ability to become an expert in the art of storytelling. Listen as he shares his fascinating story with Sonny....
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Rebecca Valadez: The Music of Dreams
Two time Grammy award winner, Rebecca Valadez visits with Sonny, sharing her inspiring journey to musical stardom beyond her wildest dreams. You'll hear.. How she landed an international TV commercial Her chance meeting with a hair stylist who suggested an audition that would change her life How...
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Harris the III / Ruben V: Extraordinary Magic & Music!
Sonny discovers the talent and brilliance of two superstars in the world of magic and music. Harris the III is a world class illusionist who presents live experiences that awaken wonder and change lives. His story goes beyond the world of magic and will inspire you to crush cynicism, choose…
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Patsy Torres: Doctor of the Soul
Patsy Torres is one of the most important and influential Tejano entertainers of our time. She has performed for live audiences of more than 100,000 people, appeared on national television for millions of viewers, and traveled all over the world winning countless awards for her musical talents…
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Dean McFlicker: How To Get What You Want
Regarded as one of the leading marketing experts in Hollywood, Dean McFlicker is a top-level television executive and international keynote speaker. At NBC, Dean is Senior Vice President and Creative Director of Live Events and Promotional Programming for the Original Production, Entertainment...
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Find Your Yellow Tux: How to Be Successful by Standing Out - Jesse Cole
Jesse Cole is the owner of the Savannah Bananas. The Savannah Bananas currently have sold out every baseball game for three straight seasons and have a waiting list in the thousands for tickets. In this nugget-filled episode, Jesse chats with Sonny about how to take a business from nothing (he...
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Gavin Edwards: Kindness and Wonder -- Why Mister Rogers Matters Now More Than Ever
Best selling author, Gavin Edwards, shares his fascinating insight into the world of Fred Rogers. In this very special show, you'll hear about: The subtleties in Mister Rogers Neighborhood that helped to prepare children watching for a life of learning 10 ways we can live more like Mr. Rogers…
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Susan Bennett: The Voice of Siri
Susan Bennett never set out to land what has become "a gig of a lifetime." In fact, she had no idea she was creating one of the most famous phone characters in the world of AI: The voice of Siri for the Apple iPhone. Sonny caught up with her at her home in Atlanta to chat about her fascinating...
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Stephanie Scheller: Disruptive Growth Designer
Stephanie Scheller is a "disruptive growth designer." After three years in corporate America, she ramped up her sales training and coaching business in only four and a half months to completely replace her corporate income and walked away to run Scheller Enterprises, a company focused on…
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Bradley Jay Stewart: Saved From The Fire
It was November 2010. While hosting a conference in Ft. Worth, I reconnected with my dear friend, Brad Stewart. After dinner, he invited me to a rehearsal for his church choir. When we arrived at the small church in Arlington, he asked me to come and sit in the choir. I said, "Brad, I don't…
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Comedian Gary Mule Deer
Gary Mule Deer has been making audiences laugh hysterically for for 58 years and he's just getting started! He has shared the stage with over 100 show biz icons, from Sinatra to Willie Nelson and Johnny Carson to Johnny Mathis, all of whom have considered Gary their peer. Sonny chats with and is...
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Whitney Allen: Making It To The Big Time
In February of 1977, my friend, singer/songwriter, Alan O'day called and asked if I wanted to premiere his new song, "Undercover Angel," on my radio show on KMPC in Los Angeles. When I heard the song, I told Alan, that it was a "mega-hit" and said I had an idea of how we could have some fun with…
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How To Make A Movie - Kerry Valderrama | Alamo City Studios
Kerry Valderrama is an award-winning producer, director, writer and actor. From his first film, "Garrison," which was released nationwide to his current comic book/animation project, Kerry defies all odds with his relentless ability to bring his ideas to life. He chats with Sonny Melendrez about...
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The World's Greatest Mariachi: Juan Ortiz & Campanas de America
Sonny Melendrez welcomes Grammy winning singer, musician, teacher and visionary, Juan Ortiz and world-famous Mariachi Campanas de America to the SonnyRadio studios. Sonny has shared the stage with Juan and the Campanas, at countless events, including the White House Hispanic Heritage Awards Gala…
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Remembering Jean Longwith
Sonny visits with San Antonio College student, Angela Quillian, Deborah Martin from Alamo Colleges and broadcast veteran, Arch Campbell who helped start the Jean Longwith Endowment - a scholarship fund for students seeking a career in broadcasting. Angela is a former recipient of the Jean…
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Wink Martindale: Game Show Master
Sonny visits with his longtime friend, Wink Martindale! He had the pleasure of working with Wink on America's greatest personality station in the 70's, KMPC Radio in Los Angeles. You'll hear: Wink's priceless conversation with a young Elvis Presley His appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show The...
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Burt Ward: Robin - The Boy Wonder
Burt Ward connected with Adam West within 5 minutes of meeting him as they auditioned together for the roles of Batman and Robin. It was an American television series that would become a worldwide phenomenon. In this exclusive interview, Burt talks with Sonny about his amazing career, resulting...
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Kevin Gershan: Wizard of the Airwaves
Kevin Gershan is a producer/director for CBS Television Distribution based in Entertainment Tonight, working on major syndication shows, including Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune,Dr. Phil, Rachael Ray and others. Celebrating 40 years with CBS, Kevin's broadcast career began as a youngster, making his...
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Phil Bohlender: 7 Essential Traits of Leaders
Phil Bohlender is the real deal. He has been instrumental in turning around divisions within six Fortune 100 companies. I know you'll find my visit with him as fascinating as I did, whether you are a business owner, a parent or a 13-year-old with a brother or sister who looks up to you. We are…
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Pam Grout: Thank and Grow Rich
Pam Grout is a world traveler, a loving mother, a #1 New York Times best-selling author and an inspiring witness to everyone she meets. She has written 19 books, and counting, including E-Squared, which has been translated in countries around the world. Pam shares with Sonny: The meaning of FP...
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Gary Garcia: How To Be A Showman
Gary Garcia is known as Gary the Showman for a good reason. His Las Vegas style of performing has audiences cheering and shouting for more. Listen as Sonny chats with Gary about why it took him 20 years to become an "overnight-success". Gary shares: The serendipitous adventure that took him from...
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Special Show: ✯Rita Moreno✯Jerry Mathers✯Red McCombs✯Augie Meyers
Sonny Melendrez chats with four icons in the world of sports & entertainment. ✯Award-winning actress Rita Moreno shares secret to overcoming obstacles in her career spanning 7 decades! ✯World famous actor and successful business man, Jerry Mathers, reveals the hilarious story of how he landed the...
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Mitch Stephen: The Renaissance Cowboy
Mitch Stephen is a Texas original. As a real estate guru, he has been lauded by his professional peers locally and nationally. He is the author of My Life & 1000 Houses: Failing Forward to Financial Freedom. It is a book filled with the life of properties and the properties of life. And, Mitch…
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Pete Heinlein: How to Interpret the World
Pete Heinlein's first job was working at public library for $1.05 an hour El Paso, Texas. His only connection to the world was the books that surrounded him. Little did he know that his life as a broadcaster would take him to the far corners of the globe. I had the good fortune to meet Pete when…
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Stephanie Urbina Jones: Honky Tonk Mariachi
It's a long way from San Antonio to Nashville, 937 miles to be exact. However, that journey can last a lifetime when you are traveling by way of the music business. It's a journey that my guest and dear friend, began and accomplished, joyfully arriving in the music capital of the world and…
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Lisa Hurst: The Improv Sherpa
Lisa Hurst uses Experiential Education along with Applied Improv to facilitate collaboration and innovation for corporate, medical, and student organizations. For more than a decade, she has been an active member of the improv communities in San Antonio and Austin. Her consulting company Improv…
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Bob Carlson: How To Play Ukulele in 30 Minutes
Bob Carlson started playing guitar in middle school but he didn't get his first ukulele until college, when he found a broken baritone ukulele in the dumpster behind his dorm. He fixed it up, put on some strings, and you might say the rest is history. Over the years he's loved playing the uke…
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Rita Moreno: An American Treasure
Rita Moreno is an American treasure. She is the first performer to have won a Oscar, Tony, Grammy and Emmy: an Oscar for West Side Story in 1961; a 1972 Grammy Award for her contribution to "The Electric Company"'s soundtrack album; a Tony Award in 1975 for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for...
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Mark Johns: Confessions Of A Double Agent
Mark Johns is a Double Agent: He is an agent of success in the world of business and an agent of business in the world of comedy. Mark is an author, business development consultant, certified marketing professional, clean comedian and professional speaker. You'll grow your ability to: Learn from...
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Helene Segura: How to Have a Guilt-free Vacation
Helene Segura has been managing time all of her adult life. She is much sought-after speaker, consultant and author of four books, including her latest ultimate vacation planner: The Great Escape: A Vacation Planner for Busy People Who Want to Take a Real Break from Work & Life. Listen as she…
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Randy Adams: Learn to Buy and Sell Cars
When I first heard Randy Adams on the radio, I didn't know if I was listening to a car guru or a preacher. Randy has a unique way of mixing advice on buying a car and encouraging a life, one listener at a time. Listen to my conversation with this most fascinating and entertaining radio-preneur....
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Have your spirits lifted!Hosted by award-winning motivational keynote speaker, Hall of Fame radio/TV host and author, Sonny Melendrez, each show is filled to the brim with inspiration and entertainment through storytelling, fascinating guests, live performances, exclusive celebrity interviews and all delivered with unstoppable enthusiasm!Official site: SonnyRadio.comCome play with us!
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