Bobbi Rebell, a certified financial professional and author, has information about what consumers should consider when considering flexible financing options for their health and wellness
PAM SEAGLE: GLOBAL WOMEN”S PROGRAM EXECUTIVE, BANK OF AMERICA
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According to a new survey from Quickbooks, for small business owners across the country, the holiday hustle and pressure to make sales is real. In fact, U.S. small business owners may depend on holiday sales to make up at least a third of their annual revenue this year. Business owners across the country have to work extra hard— especially women business owners. Pam Seagle, Global Women’s Program Executive at Bank of America, joins me to talk about the challenges that women business owners may be facing this holiday season and how consumers can support women-owned businesses.
CHRIS BURNS, AKA THE TOY GUY: THE BEST STRATEGIES FOR FINDING, BUYING AND DELIVERING GREAT PLAY EXPERIENCES
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A new survey of a thousand parents from The Toy Guy found parents are looking for toys that deliver outstanding and engaging play experiences.
But, you know, not every toy works for every kid. Chris Burns. Also known as The Toy Guy, wants parents to know that the hot toy is only hot if it’s hot for your kid. And he joins me today and he’s also going to share some of the best strategies for finding, buying, and delivering great play experiences.
GARY CULP: CHIEF DISTRIBUTION OFFICER FOR CIGNA HEALTHCARE’s MEDICARE BUSINESS
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the deadline for Medicare’s annual enrollment period, also known as AEP, is quickly approaching. And for those who qualify, the Medicare AEP is open now through December 7th. And this is going to be the last opportunity to secure comprehensive health coverage for 2025.
And this includes Medicare Advantage plans, which are affordable and offer options beyond original Medicare. Joining me now, Gary Culp, the Chief Distribution Officer for Cigna Healthcare’s Medicare Business, to tell us more about the different Medicare options.
LIDJ LEWIS: FOUNDER and CEO,THE TRIP FOUNDATION
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New York City public schools are constantly facing financial pressures with the looming threat of losing funding for extracurricular activities, and often administrators have no choice but to reallocate funds, leaving less money available for after school programs, art, music, and cultural enrichment activities, such as off campus field trips and educational excursions abroad.
The New York non profit, The Trip Foundation, aims to bridge the gap by providing funds for public high schools in underserved areas so that all students can have the opportunity to explore a world that so many of us take for granted. My guest today is founder and CEO of the Trip Foundation, Lidge Lewis, and we’re going to talk about the positive impact of educational field trips across the U.S.
MONTEZ DAVIDSON AND KASARA DAVIDSON: Living with Sickle Cell Disease
Montez Davidson and her daughter and advocate, Kasara Davidson graciously share what it’s like to live with sickle cell disease.
SHAWN NELSON: Founder and CEO of Lovesac, Author, LET ME SAVE YOU 25 YEARS, A HOW-TO GUIDE FOR ENTREPRENEURIAL SUCCESS
The entrepreneurial journey can be a roller coaster of triumphant victories and humbling defeats, born from sweat, tears, and relentless determination. Shawn Nelson, founder and CEO of Lovesac, launched his business out of his parents’ house when he was still a student. Nelson won Richard Branson’s “The Rebel Billionaire” on Fox and he joins me to share his personal story, his podcast series and new book, LET ME SAVE YOU 25 YEARS: A HOW-TO GUIDE FOR ENTREPRENEURIAL SUCCESS.
Sickle Cell Disease: Advances in Treatments, Patient Care and Research
Episode 1 of my 3 part special series of interviews about Sickle Cell Disease, Dr. Cheryl Mensah, Assistant Professor and Co-Chair of the Sickle Cell Research Workgroup, and a Hematology and Oncology Specialist at Northwell Hofstra Zucker School of Medicine, and attending at Phelps Memorial Hospital talks with me about advances in the treatment and care of sickle cell patients and ongoing research.
Laurie Elizabeth Murphy: Author, Dream Me Home
Registered nurse and psychotherapist Laurie Elizabeth Murphy draws on her own experience working in the field to create a uniquely intellectual and entertaining mystery in her new book, Dream Me Home. It’s a chilling mystery, a story of betrayal, infidelity, and love.
Robin Growley, Bank of America’s Savings and Budgeting Guru: How to Navigate Personal Finance Trends to Build Lasting Savings Habits
From cash stuffing to loud budgeting, when there’s a new personal finance trend every month, it can be challenging to decipher the best way to keep your finances in shape. Rising costs haven’t made it easier, especially as consumers navigate building up their savings amidst higher costs of living. America Saves Week is a time for people at all stages of their financial journey to reevaluate their finances, identify smart saving strategies and take control of their financial futures. Robin Growley, Bank of America’s Savings and Budgeting Guru, joins me to discuss strategies for conducting a financial wellness check.