This Week in America with Ric Bratton
by Ric Bratton
This Week in America with Ric Bratton is one of America's longest-running and most respected interview programs, featuring engaging conversations with bestselling authors, thought leaders, business experts, health professionals, entertainers, and innovators from around the world.Hosted by veteran broadcaster Ric Bratton, each episode delivers practical advice, inspiring stories, expert insights, and thought-provoking discussions on topics that matter most—including health, wellness, personal development, parenting, finance, business, history, technology, current events, and culture.With more than 20,000 interviews conducted over a distinguished broadcasting career spanning six decades, Ric has earned a reputation for asking meaningful questions that uncover the stories, strategies, and life lessons behind every guest's success. His interview style has led legendary journalist Peter Jennings to describe him as "an author's best friend."Whether you're looking for inspiration, expert guid
Episodes
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Episode 3849: Work-Life Brilliance: Ditch Work-Life Balance & Create a Life You Love | Denise R. Green Weekend of 11-14 seg 3
Is work-life balance really possible—or have we been chasing the wrong goal all along? On this episode of This Week in America, Ric Bratton welcomes executive coach, author, speaker, and podcaster Denise R. Green, author of Work-Life Brilliance: Tools to Break Stress and Create the Life and…
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Episode 3848: Work-Life Brilliance: Ditch Work-Life Balance & Create a Life You Love | Denise R. Green Weekend of 11-14 seg 2
Is work-life balance really possible—or have we been chasing the wrong goal all along? On this episode of This Week in America, Ric Bratton welcomes executive coach, author, speaker, and podcaster Denise R. Green, author of Work-Life Brilliance: Tools to Break Stress and Create the Life and…
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Episode 3847: Laura Burke: Cold Cases, Murder Mysteries & the Jolene Mystery Series Weekend of 11-14 seg 1
Can you solve a murder before the detective does? Award-winning mystery and thriller author Laura Burke challenges readers to follow the clues, question every suspect, and uncover the killer before the final page. Laura Burke joins Ric Bratton on This Week in America to discuss her…
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Episode 3846: Laura Burke: Cold Cases, Murder Mysteries & the Jolene Mystery Series Weekend of 11-14
Can you solve a murder before the detective does? Award-winning mystery and thriller author Laura Burke challenges readers to follow the clues, question every suspect, and uncover the killer before the final page. Laura Burke joins Ric Bratton on This Week in America to discuss her…
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Episode 3845: John Mariotti Returns: The Chinese Conspiracy, AI & the Future of Cyberwarfare | Ric Bratton
What happens when the technology we depend on suddenly stops working? And could artificial intelligence make that nightmare more realistic than ever? Returning guest John Mariotti joins Ric Bratton on This Week in America to discuss the third edition of his gripping techno-thriller, The Chinese...
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Episode 3844: The Power of Forgiveness: Letting Go of Pain & Finding Peace | Maurice L. Brown
What if refusing to forgive someone is actually hurting you more than the person who hurt you? Can holding onto anger, resentment, and betrayal keep us trapped in the past? On This Week in America with Ric Bratton, author and retired Army veteran Maurice L. Brown joins us to discuss his powerful...
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Episode 3843: Damaged: The Hidden PTSD Battle of First Responders | James Meuer with Ric Bratton
What happens when the people who save lives are silently struggling to save their own? On This Week in America with Ric Bratton, former firefighter and paramedic James Meuer shares his deeply personal journey through post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as told in his powerful memoir, Damaged…
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Episode 3842: Why Not? Finding Faith in Life's Darkest Moments | Dr. Carolyn Skinner with Ric Bratton
Why do we question God when life becomes difficult? How can faith help us overcome doubt, suffering, and the challenges that threaten our spiritual foundation? On This Week in America with Ric Bratton, Chaplain Evangelist Dr. Carolyn Skinner, Ph.D., joins us to discuss her inspiring book, Why…
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Episode 3841: This Week Ahead with Ric Bratton | PTSD, Global Intrigue, Faith & Forgiveness
Four fascinating guests. Four powerful conversations. One exciting week ahead on This Week in America with Ric Bratton! On this edition of This Week Ahead, Ric previews upcoming interviews exploring the emotional challenges faced by first responders, international intrigue, the power of faith…
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Episode 3839: The Great Little Book of Stress Release | Dr. R. Duncan Wallace on Reducing Stress Through Psychological Truths Weekend of 11-7 seg 3
What if the key to reducing stress has been inside your own mind all along? On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, psychiatrist R. Duncan Wallace, M.D., discusses The Great Little Book of Stress Release, a practical guide based on more than five decades of experience helping...
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Episode 3840: Best selling author Roland Lazenby discusses his international best-seller "Michael Jordan: The Life".
From the "This Week in America Best Of Files" Best selling author Roland Lazenby discusses his book "Michael Jordan: The Life". For all his fame and glory on the court, MJ also has a dark side—that of a ruthless competitor and lover of high stakes. There hasn’t been a biography about Michael…
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Episode 3838: The Great Little Book of Stress Release | Dr. R. Duncan Wallace on Reducing Stress Through Psychological Truths Weekend of 11-7 seg 2
What if the key to reducing stress has been inside your own mind all along? On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, psychiatrist R. Duncan Wallace, M.D., discusses The Great Little Book of Stress Release, a practical guide based on more than five decades of experience helping...
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Episode 3837: Bertha the Ordinary Chicken: Learning to Shine in Your Own Special Way with Danna Southwell Weekend of 11-7 seg 1
What does it mean to be different, and how can children learn to embrace the qualities that make them special? On This Week in America with Ric Bratton, children's author Danna Southwell joins us to discuss Bertha the Ordinary Chicken (Second Edition), a heartwarming story about individuality,...
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Episode 3836: Bertha the Ordinary Chicken: Learning to Shine in Your Own Special Way with Danna Southwell Weekend of 11-7
What does it mean to be different, and how can children learn to embrace the qualities that make them special? On This Week in America with Ric Bratton, children's author Danna Southwell joins us to discuss Bertha the Ordinary Chicken (Second Edition), a heartwarming story about individuality,...
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Episode 3835: What begins as entertainment can sometimes become something much more dangerous.
Author Matt Shea joins Ric Bratton on This Week in America to discuss The Casino Down the Street, a book that combines Shea’s three-year study of casinos with his own personal experience of falling into gambling addiction and ultimately finding a way out. Shea examines how casinos operate, the...
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Episode 3834: Dialogues with Lucifer: Are We Losing Our Moral Compass? | Chet Roberts
Are we losing our moral compass? Has modern society become so focused on personal gratification that we've forgotten the importance of faith, honesty, integrity, and spiritual purpose? On This Week in America with Ric Bratton, six-time Emmy Award-winning television veteran and author Chet Roberts...
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Episode 3833: Are you putting your health, your finances, or even your life at risk simply because you don't understand how the American healthcare system works?
On This Week in America with Ric Bratton, Gerald Lynn, C.M.R., author of Surviving the U.S. Healthcare System: The Patient's Playbook, reveals what patients and families need to know about navigating doctors, hospitals, medical mistakes, prescription drugs, insurance denials, and long-term care....
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Episode 3832: Erectile Dysfunction: Breaking the Stigma and Rebuilding Confidence | Seema Tangri
Erectile dysfunction affects more than physical health. It can impact confidence, relationships, emotional well-being, and self-esteem. But what if erectile dysfunction isn't a personal failure, but an important signal that something deserves attention? On This Week in America with Ric Bratton,...
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Episode 3830: Michael Hingson – Thunder Dog: A Blind Man, His Guide Dog & the Miracle of 9/11 Weekend of 10-31 seg 3
On September 11, 2001, a blind man and his guide dog faced an unimaginable challenge: escaping the World Trade Center during the deadliest terrorist attack in American history. On This Week in America with Ric Bratton, New York Times bestselling author and inspirational speaker Michael Hingson...
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Episode 3831: This Week Ahead | Men's Health, Healthcare Risks, Faith & Gambling Addiction
Four fascinating guests. Four important conversations. On this edition of This Week Ahead, Ric Bratton previews upcoming interviews on This Week in America featuring Seema Tangri, Gerald Lynn, Chet Roberts, and returning guest Matt Shea. SEEMA TANGRI – THE ONLY WAY IS UP Erectile dysfunction...
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Episode 3829: Michael Hingson – Thunder Dog: A Blind Man, His Guide Dog & the Miracle of 9/11 Weekend of 10-31 seg 2
On September 11, 2001, a blind man and his guide dog faced an unimaginable challenge: escaping the World Trade Center during the deadliest terrorist attack in American history. On This Week in America with Ric Bratton, New York Times bestselling author and inspirational speaker Michael Hingson...
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Episode 3828: Dr. Susan Smith Jones – Uplifted: 12 Minutes to More Joy, Peace & Vitality Weekend of 10-31 seg 1
Can just 12 minutes a day help you experience more joy, peace, kindness, and vitality? Dr. Susan Smith Jones believes that creating a healthier, happier life doesn't always require dramatic changes. Sometimes, the most powerful transformations begin with small, intentional moments throughout the...
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Episode 3827: Dr. Susan Smith Jones – Uplifted: 12 Minutes to More Joy, Peace & Vitality Weekend of 10-31
Can just 12 minutes a day help you experience more joy, peace, kindness, and vitality? Dr. Susan Smith Jones believes that creating a healthier, happier life doesn't always require dramatic changes. Sometimes, the most powerful transformations begin with small, intentional moments throughout the...
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Episode 3826: Ronald A. Safran: Is Jesus Already Reigning? Bible Prophecy Explained
What if the chaos we see in today's world doesn't mean God has lost control? Author and Bible teacher Ronald A. Safran joins Ric Bratton on This Week in America to explore a powerful biblical message: The King is already on the throne. Through his three-book series, From Genesis to Messiah, The...
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Episode 3825: Can 3 Minutes of Meditation Change Your Life? Dr. David B. Jacobs Explains
Can just three minutes of meditation a day change the way you experience life? Dr. David B. Jacobs, scientist, meditation teacher, and author of Meditation: Diamond Bridge Connecting Waking, Dreaming, Deep Sleep, and Beyond, joins Ric Bratton on This Week in America to explore the science of...
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Episode 3824: Carlos Manuel Reynosa: Consequences of the Phantom — A Superhero's Darkest Battle
What happens when a teenage superhero discovers that saving others could cost him everything? Author Carlos Manuel Reynosa joins Ric Bratton on This Week in America to discuss his second novel, Consequences of the Phantom: Night of the Phantom Episode 2, a gripping superhero thriller filled with...
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Episode 3823: FASCIA: Your Body's Hidden Web of Vitality: Keeping Your Connective Tissue Healthy, Flexible & Pain-Resilient with Susan Smith Jones, PhD
Today, Susan will take us inside the fascinating world of fascia—the body-wide connective-tissue network that helps support, separate, link, sense, and move structures throughout the body. We will explore why fascia has moved from anatomical background scenery to center stage, what science says...
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Episode 3822: This Week Ahead: Superheroes, Meditation & Biblical Prophecy | Three Fascinating Guests
Can a superhero's greatest power become his biggest problem? Could just three minutes of meditation change your life? And is there a greater plan unfolding when the world seems out of control? Three fascinating questions and three intriguing guests coming up on This Week in America with Ric...
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Episode 3821: Stephen Most – Stories Make the World | The Art of Documentary Storytelling, Truth & Filmmaking Weekend of 10-24 seg 3
How do documentary filmmakers turn real events into compelling stories? What makes a documentary powerful, memorable, and truthful? On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, acclaimed writer and filmmaker Stephen Most joins Ric to discuss his book Stories Make the World and the...
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Episode 3820: Stephen Most – Stories Make the World | The Art of Documentary Storytelling, Truth & Filmmaking Weekend of 10-24 seg 2
How do documentary filmmakers turn real events into compelling stories? What makes a documentary powerful, memorable, and truthful? On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, acclaimed writer and filmmaker Stephen Most joins Ric to discuss his book Stories Make the World and the...
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Episode 3819: The Spiritual Sharpshooter – Matt Shea on Faith, Justice, Compassion & the Power of Everyday Heroes Weekend of 10-24
Join Ric Bratton on This Week in America for an inspiring conversation with author Matt Shea about his book The Spiritual Sharpshooter. Through the character of Abner Willis Fowler, Shea explores the importance of faith, justice, forgiveness, redemption, and the extraordinary difference ordinary...
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Episode 3818: The Spiritual Sharpshooter – Matt Shea on Faith, Justice, Compassion & the Power of Everyday Heroes Weekend of 10-24
Join Ric Bratton on This Week in America for an inspiring conversation with author Matt Shea about his book The Spiritual Sharpshooter. Through the character of Abner Willis Fowler, Shea explores the importance of faith, justice, forgiveness, redemption, and the extraordinary difference ordinary...
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Episode 3817: Matt Shea Exposes the Hidden Dangers of Casinos & Gambling Addiction : Part 2
What really happens when casual gambling becomes an addiction—and how much of the casino experience is designed to keep you playing? Author Matt Shea joins Ric Bratton on This Week in America to discuss his book The Casino Down the Street, based on Shea’s three-year study of casinos and his own...
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Episode 3816: From Addiction to Redemption: Shawn Lemison’s Powerful Recovery Story | This Week in America
Can someone overcome years of addiction, broken relationships, and destructive choices to completely rebuild their life? On This Week in America with Ric Bratton, author Shawn Lemison shares his remarkable journey from addiction to redemption, as told in his powerful memoir, One Man’s Journey…
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Episode 3815: This Week Ahead with Ric Bratton | Shawn Lemison, Carlos Manuel Reynosa & Matt Shea
Three fascinating guests. Three compelling stories. Here's what's coming up on This Week in America with Ric Bratton! In this edition of This Week Ahead, Ric previews conversations about overcoming addiction, suspenseful fiction, and the impact of gambling on individuals and families. SHAWN…
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Episode 3814: Jeff Bercovici – Play On: The Science of Athletic Longevity, Peak Performance & Aging Weekend of 10-17
What if getting older didn't have to mean slowing down? What can elite athletes teach the rest of us about staying stronger, healthier, and more active as we age? On This Week in America with Ric Bratton, award-winning journalist and author Jeff Bercovici discusses his book Play On: The New…
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Episode 3813: Jeff Bercovici – Play On: The Science of Athletic Longevity, Peak Performance & Aging Weekend of 10-17 seg 2
What if getting older didn't have to mean slowing down? What can elite athletes teach the rest of us about staying stronger, healthier, and more active as we age? On This Week in America with Ric Bratton, award-winning journalist and author Jeff Bercovici discusses his book Play On: The New…
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Episode 3812: Michael Mascioni – The Future of Immersive Entertainment, Virtual Reality & Interactive Experiences Weekend of 10-17 seg 1
What does the future of entertainment look like? From virtual reality and artificial intelligence to interactive theme parks, museums, and cutting-edge attractions, technology is transforming the way we experience entertainment. On This Week in America with Ric Bratton, author and immersive...
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Episode 3811: Michael Mascioni – The Future of Immersive Entertainment, Virtual Reality & Interactive Experiences Weekend of 10-17-26
What does the future of entertainment look like? From virtual reality and artificial intelligence to interactive theme parks, museums, and cutting-edge attractions, technology is transforming the way we experience entertainment. On This Week in America with Ric Bratton, author and immersive...
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Episode 3810: Wrong Side Out: Benton Savage on Mental Illness, Misdiagnosis & Reclaiming His Life
Author Benton Savage joins Ric Bratton on This Week in America to discuss his powerful memoir, Wrong Side Out: Madness Misdiagnosed. Savage shares the deeply personal story of years marked by confusion, paranoia, damaged relationships, poor judgment, and the struggle to understand what was...
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Episode 3809: Steve Jobs & Jesus Christ: What Makes an “Extreme Entrepreneur”? | Tracy Emerick, Ph.D.
Steve Jobs and Jesus Christ. Two names you probably never expected to hear described the same way. But author Tracy Emerick calls both of them “extreme entrepreneurs.” Why? Because Emerick believes the greatest entrepreneurs aren't ultimately defined by the money they make. They're defined by how...
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Episode 3808: The Winning Habits of Steve Jobs – Dr. Robert Toguchi on Leadership, Innovation and Entrepreneurial Success
What separated Steve Jobs from every other entrepreneur—and can those same habits help you succeed? On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, Ric welcomes Dr. Robert M. Toguchi, author of The Winning Habits of Steve Jobs, for a fascinating conversation about the mindset, daily...
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Episode 3807: The Winning Habits of Steve Jobs – Dr. Robert Toguchi on Leadership, Innovation and Entrepreneurial Success Weekend of 10-10 seg 2
What separated Steve Jobs from every other entrepreneur—and can those same habits help you succeed? On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, Ric welcomes Dr. Robert M. Toguchi, author of The Winning Habits of Steve Jobs, for a fascinating conversation about the mindset, daily...
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Episode 3806: Don Owens – Burn Fuel Better: Practical Solutions for Climate Change Weekend of 10-10 seg 1
What if one of the keys to fighting climate change isn’t simply eliminating fossil fuels—but finding a cleaner way to burn the fuels we still use? On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, Ric welcomes Don Owens, author of Burn Fuel Better: From Helpless to Hopeful in the Race...
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Episode 3805: Don Owens – Burn Fuel Better: Practical Solutions for Climate Change Weekend of 10-10
What if one of the keys to fighting climate change isn’t simply eliminating fossil fuels—but finding a cleaner way to burn the fuels we still use? On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, Ric welcomes Don Owens, author of Burn Fuel Better: From Helpless to Hopeful in the Race...
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Episode 3804: David Lee Gibbs – The Lion Slayer | Adventure & Survival in Ancient Phoenicia
A young man climbs a mountain determined to prove himself to his father—and comes back wearing the hide of a man-eating lion. But becoming Aleon-Tabah, the Lion Slayer, is only the beginning. Author David Lee Gibbs takes us into the fascinating and dangerous world of ancient Phoenicia in his...
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Episode 3803: Why Traditional Business Strategy Is Dead | Ralph Welborn on TOPPLE and the New Rules of Growth Weekend of 10-3 seg 3
What if the strategies that made companies successful in the past are exactly what prevent them from succeeding in the future? On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, business strategist and author Ralph Welborn discusses TOPPLE: The End of the Firm-Based Strategy and the Rise…
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Episode 3802: Why Traditional Business Strategy Is Dead | Ralph Welborn on TOPPLE and the New Rules of Growth Weekend of 10-3 seg 2
What if the strategies that made companies successful in the past are exactly what prevent them from succeeding in the future? On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, business strategist and author Ralph Welborn discusses TOPPLE: The End of the Firm-Based Strategy and the Rise…
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Episode 3801: She Survived Leukemia Against the Odds | Janet McDowell's Incredible Story of Hope & Resilience Weekend of 10-3 seg 1
What happens when your life changes overnight with a diagnosis that seems impossible to overcome? On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, author Janet McDowell shares the remarkable true story behind her memoir, Chasing a Light in the Darkness: A Story of Resilience in the Face…
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Episode 3800: She Survived Leukemia Against the Odds | Janet McDowell's Incredible Story of Hope & Resilience Weekend of 10-3
What happens when your life changes overnight with a diagnosis that seems impossible to overcome? On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, author Janet McDowell shares the remarkable true story behind her memoir, Chasing a Light in the Darkness: A Story of Resilience in the Face…
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This Week in America with Ric Bratton is one of America's longest-running and most respected interview programs, featuring engaging conversations with bestselling authors, thought leaders, business experts, health professionals, entertainers, and innovators from around the world.Hosted by veteran broadcaster Ric Bratton, each episode delivers practical advice, inspiring stories, expert insights, and thought-provoking discussions on topics that matter most—including health, wellness, personal development, parenting, finance, business, history, technology, current events, and culture.With more than 20,000 interviews conducted over a distinguished broadcasting career spanning six decades, Ric has earned a reputation for asking meaningful questions that uncover the stories, strategies, and life lessons behind every guest's success. His interview style has led legendary journalist Peter Jennings to describe him as "an author's best friend."Whether you're looking for inspiration, expert guid
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