Moments with Marianne

What is bronchiectasis, and why should you know about it? Untreated, it’s a chronic inflammatory lung disease that can worsen over time and may lead to lung damage, yet it can take years to be diagnosed. Bronchiectasis, or BE, affects the airways and can impact the lungs’ ability to clear mucus and bacteria. Approximately 500,000 people in the U.S. have been diagnosed with it, yet millions more may be living with the disease without knowing it.

Join us for an important conversation with pulmonologist Dr. Colin Swenson about bronchiectasis, the symptoms to be aware of, and what peop...

What if the way you respond to life’s hardest moments holds the key to turning pain into purpose? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Gina Vance on her new book Life Is Hard and Then You Fly: How Your Nine Instinctive Responses Can Turn Pain into Purpose Through the Revolutionary Healing Power of SMGI®

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Gina Vance, creator of SMGI®, is a mind–body healing teacher, speaker, and guide. She help...

What could you create, experience, or become if you reclaimed your time and energy to pursue your passion? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Sandi Morse, LCSW-S, on her new book Feed Your Purpose: Intuitive Eating as a Spiritual Practice.

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Sandi Morse is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisor and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. She has been a clinician for 25 years and has been working in health care leadership an...

If you’ve tried to make an appointment with a primary care doctor lately, you may have noticed it is taking longer and longer to get in. In fact, average wait times for an appointment are now reaching 31 days — that’s up 19% since 2022. At the same time, higher health care costs and high-deductible plans are leaving many people deciding when — and where — to seek care.
 
Tune in as Jon Thiboutot, President of Retail Health at CVS Health, and Dr. David Fairchild, Chief Medical Officer of Retail Health at CVS Health, share with us what they’re hearing from patients and...

What if a painting could change the way you see the Earth and inspire you to protect it? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Ekaterina Sky on her impact art, and saving the planet.

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Ekaterina Sky is an artist whose paintings plant forests. Working in watercolor and sustainable 24K gold leaf on archival paper, she seals handwritten prayers beneath the 24K sustainable gold. Her painting Forests of the World ha...

When trust breaks down inside a police department, how does a leader begin to rebuild it? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Police Chief Stoney Mathis on his new book Leadership Within the Thin Blue Line: Caring Enough to Win.

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Chief Stoney Mathis is a respected law enforcement leader with over 34 years of experience across Georgia police departments. Known as a turnaround expert, he has successfully led agencies through si...

Can books inspire kindness, courage, and compassion in the next generation? Tune in for New York Times Bestselling author Brad Meltzer, as we celebrate the 40th book in the Ordinary People Change The World children’s book series We Are The Wright Brothers, and a sneak peek into his new adult book in the conspiracy series that will drop next year!

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Brad Meltzer is the Emmy-nominated, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The...

What happens when the person meant to protect you is lost in a battle you cannot understand? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Suzanne Sherman on her new book Living in the Long Shadow: Surviving a Legacy of Mental Illness.

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Suzanne Sherman is a memoir editor, coach, consultant, and author. Since 1996 she has taught memoir writing at colleges, online, and in workshops. She has also spoken at the California Wr...

With internet, mobile, TV and streaming all competing for a piece of the household budget, those monthly costs can add up fast. And with so many plans and packages to choose from, how do you know if you are really getting the most for your money? Tune in for a discussion with Consumer Tech Expert Sarah Evans on some simple ways to take a closer look at what you are paying for and where you may be able to save.

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What if hard work and talent aren't the only factors determining who gets ahead? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Emilio J. Castilla on his Nautilus award-winning new book The Meritocracy Paradox: Where Talent Management Strategies Go Wrong and How to Fix Them.

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Emilio J. Castilla is Professor of Management and Professor of Work and Organization Studies at the MIT Sloan School of Management. A globally recognized scholar, author, an...

What if the things you see every day could remind you of the strength you already carry? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Timothy Martin on his new book The Symbols We Carry: Finding Strength, Steadiness, and Resilience in the Lessons Life Leaves Behind.
 
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Timothy Martin is a proud father, resilience advocate, and the author of The Symbols We Carry: Finding Strength, Steadiness, and Resilience in the Lessons Life Leaves Behind, a...

What should you be doing now to protect yourself before flu season hits? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Dr. Amy Lynn Valentine from CVS Health on how to prepare for this flu season. 

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Dr. Amy Lynn Valentine, Pharm D, MBA, is a Pharmacy District Leader for CVS Pharmacy in the Long Island, New York area. She joined CVS Pharmacy in 2012 as a Pharmacy Intern in the Long Island, NY market an...

What separates a company that grows from one that dominates its market? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Lawrence R. Armstrong on his book Layered Leadership: Drive Double-Digit Growth and Dominate Your Competition with Creative Strategies and Execution.

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Lawrence R. Armstrong is an acclaimed author, speaker, artist, and Chairman of Ware Malcomb, a leading design firm. With a career over three decades, Lawrence has been at the forefront of...

As the attacks unfolded on September 11th, what was happening inside America’s military, national security, and aviation command centers? Tune in for a heartfelt discussion with Jeffrey Robinson on his new book Ash and Honor: The Untold 368 Minutes of 9/11. 

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Jeffrey Robinson is the international best-selling author of more than two dozen books, both fiction and non-fiction. A recognized expert on organized crime and money laundering, The Takedown is his fifth...

As America honors the 25th anniversary of 9/11, how can we ensure those we lost are never forgotten while carrying their legacy of courage and service forward? Tune in for a discussion with retired FDNY Battalion Chief John LaBarbera from Tunnel 2 Towers Foundation. 

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John LaBarbera is a retired Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) Battalion Chief and current Tunnel to Towers Foundation Board Member, John LaBarbera, recalls being not...

What if the way your brain ages isn’t as predetermined as you think, and your everyday choices could help you live a longer, healthier, more vibrant life? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Dr. Ryan Williamson, MD, on his book The Incredible Brain: Proven Science Behind Living a Longer, Healthier, More Impactful Life.

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Dr. Ryan Williamson, M.D., is a board-certified neurologist, U.S. Navy veteran, bestselling author, and...

How can recognizing emotional abuse, rebuilding trust in yourself, and setting healthy boundaries help break harmful family patterns? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Beverly Engel, LMFT, on her upcoming book Adult Children of Emotionally Abusive Families: Overcoming the Pain, Dysfunction, and Trauma of Growing up in a Toxic Family.

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Beverly Engel, LMFT is an internationally recognized psychotherapist and expert on the subject of trauma. She has written numerous bo...

What happens when the beliefs that once defined who you are begin to fall away? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Joel Beverly on his new book In the Absence of Belief: A Memoir and Manifesto from the Heart of Appalachia.

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Joel Beverly is a writer, bat biologist, entrepreneur, and native son of the Appalachian mountains whose work weaves memoir, cultural critique, and spiritual inquiry into a singular voice ro...

Nearly one in four Americans is caring for an aging loved one or someone with complex medical needs, yet many families say nothing truly prepared them for the day-to-day realities of caregiving at home. Beyond medications and doctor's appointments, it's often the everyday challenges, like personal care, sleepless nights and changing routines that can be the most overwhelming.
 
Tune in as we are joined by rehabilitation nurse Yolanda Rhodes, who has practical advice to help caregivers feel more confident while preserving the comfort and dignity of the people they love.

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What if feeling healthier and more energized could start with just a few simple changes to what you eat and how you move each day? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN, CSSD, on protein packed recipes to keep you energized PLUS a chance to win $5000 and more from Eggland's Best Eggs!

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Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN, CSSD is a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified specialist in spo...

What happens when you stop waiting for the right moment and start creating the life you want? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Kevin N. Ladd on his new book Go BIG: The Ernest Pursuit for Personal Growth.

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Kevin N. Ladd is a business leader, author, speaker, and strategist with over 25 years of experience guiding students and families through the complexities of college affordability. As Chief Operating Officer and Co...

What separates the leaders and businesses that stand out from those that get overlooked? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Shaan Rais on how top leaders stand out, build authority, and expand their influence in today’s competitive world.

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Shaan Rais is a highly accomplished entrepreneur, business strategist, and prominent speaker who has shared the stage with some of the world's most influential business leaders. As a speaker he...

How can organizations survive financial pressure without sacrificing the people, values, and mission at their core? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Ryan Dewey Smith on his new book Sustaining the Mission: Building a Billion-Dollar Nonprofit Network by Rewriting the Rules of Partnership.

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Ryan Dewey Smith is the founder of Inperium, a national network of 41 health and human service affiliates across 24 states, providing under-resourced human-centric organizations with capital, shared se...

What changes are simply part of getting older, and which ones deserve a closer look? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Dr. Heidi Schwarzwald on effective ways to stay on top of your physical and cognitive health as you age.

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In her role as chief medical officer for Signify Health, Dr. Heidi Schwarzwald helps lead strategies related to the company’s clinician network, quality and safety, In-Home Health Evaluation gove...

What if improving your well-being could start with one simple experience right in your own community? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Jean-Guy de Gabriac and Gloria Treister on the World Wellness Weekend events happening in your area and worldwide!
 
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Jean-Guy de Gabriac, is an award-winning spa advisor & educator. His massage workshops, and client experience masterclasses (Retail-Upsell) are implemented at some of the world’s premier destination spas. Jean-Guy is also the...

What if the relationship that needs healing most is the one you have with your body? Tune in on for an inspiring discussion with Ann Saffi Biasetti, PhD, LCSW on her new book Your Body Never Meant You Any Harm: A Somatic Guide to Forgiving and Healing Your Relationship with Your Body.

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Ann Saffi Biasetti, PHD, LCSW, is a Transpersonal Psychologist and psychotherapist specializing in somatic psychotherapy and eating disorder...

What makes an image unforgettable? How can light, movement, and a single frame make us feel the heart of a story long after the screen goes dark? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with two-time Academy Award® winning cinematographer Sir Roger Deakins and creative partner James Ellis Deakins on their visual memoir, Reflections: On Cinematography.
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Roger A Deakins CBE, ASC, BSC, is one of today’s most honored cinematographers, renowned for his v...

Will artificial intelligence create a better future for everyone, or only for those who control it? Tune in for Alistair Mukhtar on his new book The AI Dividend: Reclaiming Prosperity in the Age of Machines. 

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Alistair Mukhtar is the author of The AI Dividend: Reclaiming Prosperity in the Age of Machines (2026). He writes about technology, economics, and the future of work — and organizes campaigns to turn those ideas into policy. https...

Could your thoughts, beliefs, and emotions influence your body’s capacity for healing? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Avinoam Lerner as we explore the science behind psychoneuroimmunology and how mental and emotional states interact with the nervous and immune systems.

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Avinoam Lerner is a Cancer & Trauma Recovery Coach, Clinical Hypnotherapist, TEDx Speaker, author, and practitioner of Integrative Medicine who has dedicated more than 25 years to helping individuals navigate the...

Will Your Wealth Survive the Next Economic Storm? Tune in on for an inspiring discussion with Ben Reinberg on his work and book Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times: A Blueprint to Build a Hard Asset Empire to Withstand Every Economic Cycle.

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Ben Reinberg is a trailblazing entrepreneur, commercial real estate visionary, and wealth-building expert with over 30 years of transformative industry experience. As the CEO of Alliance Consolidated Gr...

Is it time for a new social media platform that encourages positivity? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Founder Shawn Whitson, on the faith-first social platform ActsSocial.
 
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ActsSocial is a faith-first social platform created to foster authentic relationships, meaningful community, and positive online engagement. Available in 12 languages and serving verified members across 195 countries, the ad-free platform features a built-in Bible reader, daily devotionals, local groups, a community prayer wall, and...

What happens when you stop living by everyone else’s rules and start trusting your own inner wisdom? Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Robert A. Wilson as we explore how maverick questions can help you break free from old programming and create a new life. 
 
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Robert A. Wilson is not just a speaker, but a tempest of down-home charm and profound wisdom that resonates on a frequency that speak...

Is it possible to heal from the grief associated with infertility? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Dr. Clay Brigance on Finding Hope Through Infertility and Reproductive Grief.

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Dr. Clay Brigance, PhD, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor, researcher, and nationally recognized specialist in couple therapy for infertility and reproductive grief. He is the founder and clinical director of Shiloh Counseling, a group practice specializing in relationship therapy for...

What if the greatest lessons your child will ever learn are waiting just outside the door? Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Amber Vilhauer on her new book What Nature Teaches Us: A Book About Being the Light.

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Amber Vilhauer is the CEO and Founder of NGNG Enterprises (No Guts No Glory), an Inc. 5000 top marketing agency in the country. Since starting her boutique agency in 2007, Amber h...

Could your parenting style be hurting your children without you even realizing it? Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Siggie Cohen on her new book You Are the Parent: Move from Overparenting to Balanced Parenting and Become the Leader Your Child Needs – A Framework for Confident Parenting Through Discipline, Boundaries, and Emotional Skills.

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Dr. Siggie Cohen is a renowned Child Development Specialist and parenting expert, often referred to as...

Following the success of their award-winning bestselling novels Caretaker & Servant, authors R.J. Halbert return with Architect, the powerful final novel in The Goodpasture Chronicles. Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Rhonda and Jason Halbert about their gripping new release.

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Jason Halbert is an Emmy and Grammy Award-winning producer and songwriter whose music has reached millions through multiple #1 and Platinum-selling albums. With a career spanning over two decades as M...

Can two former FBI exes put aside their history long enough to survive the mission? Tune in for an inspiring conversation with screenwriter Lee Ehlers about this action-packed new film, EXES, now streaming on Amazon!

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Lee Ehlers is an award-winning screenwriter and producer with more than 15 years of professional experience writing for television and feature films. Over the course of his career, he has optioned or sold more than 20 screenplays, e...

Can fantasy, time travel, and storytelling help preserve Cambodia's rich history, folklore, and cultural heritage for future generations? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Som Phin on her new novel The Dancer's Shadow.

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Som Phin is a Cambodian-American author dedicated to preserving Khmer history, folklore, and culture through storytelling. Writing across historical fiction, fantasy, literary fiction, and romantasy, she blends ancient mythology with modern themes of identity, family, resilience, an...

Can courage, loyalty, and honor overcome the darkness threatening an entire kingdom? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Ken Young on his new novel and series The King's Frog Hunter.

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Ken Young is a bestselling fantasy adventure author. He studied literature in college, and although he earned his living as a building contractor—including serving as a construction manager for Habitat for Humanity—writing has always been his lifelong passio...

When it comes to healthy eating, everyone is talking about protein, but nutrition experts say there are two nutrients many of us actually need more of – healthy fats and fiber. Tune in as Registered Dietitian Marina Chaparro is here to explain why these nutrients are so important and how one simple, everyday food makes it easy to get both healthy fats and fiber – and may also be helpful if watching your weight, using a GLP-1, or managing a chronic disease like type 2 diabetes.

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