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Holly Robinson Peete: Importance of An Inclusive Workforce

In the United States, approximately 6.5 million people have autism, an intellectual and/or developmental differences. And, of these adults, an astounding 8 out of 10 with developmental differences are unemployed because of the lack of job opportunities in their communities, despite having the skill sets and expertise to excel in the workplace. Author, talk show host, activist and philanthropist, Holly Robinson Peete joins me to talk about how we can all work together to build a more inclusive workforce in our communities.

Laura Ortiz-Ravick and Kelvin Yates: Multiple Myeloma, Second Most Common Blood Cancer in U.S. More Prevalent in African Americans

Myeloma is the second most common blood cancer in the U.S. and the most prevalent among African Americans. It is also the blood cancer with the greatest racial disparity in incidence and prevalence; Black Americans are not only at twice the risk of developing this type of cancer when compared to white Americans and other ethnic groups, they are also more likely to be diagnosed at a younger age.My guests are Laura Ortiz-Ravick, Senior Manager of Outreach & Health Promotion at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) and myeloma survivor Kelvin Yates.

Tom Lewis: Author of Solid Ground, A Foundation For Winning in Work and Life

What does a successful life look like? More importantly, how can one lay a solid ground on which to build that life? Tom Lewis, founder and CEO of T.W. Lewis Company, a Scottsdale, Arizona-based real estate investment company, takes on these questions and challenges popular myths about what it means to live a fruitful life.

Art Rios: Author of Let’s Talk

Can you look back at your life and say you have no regrets? Are you bogged down by the meaningless complexities of the world? In his witty, conversational book, Let’s Talk, debut author Art Rios wants to make sure his readers know that it’s never too late to make your life exciting, easier, and exceptional.

Dr. Michael Ruchim, Gastroenterology Specialist at Northwestern Medicine Digestive Health Center, and his patient, former NHL All-Star Eddie Olczyk: Colorectal Cancer Awareness

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month which is a time to remind Americans of the importance of screening and early detection. The Northwestern Medicine Digestive Health Center has developed a leading, comprehensive colonoscopy quality improvement program focused on improving screening rates and ensuring that all patients who undergo screening colonoscopy get the highest quality care. We talk about the importance of regular screening, what the signs and symptoms may be and strides made in treatments.

Scott Andrew: Author of The Rugged Entrepreneur, What Every Disruptive Business Leader Should Know

According to serial entrepreneur Scott Andrew, “Success is yours if you want it to be,” who along with wife Daphne, has built more than thirty different national and international businesses in the multi-million-dollar playing field. Now he’s telling you how he did it, in his new book, The Rugged Entrepreneur, What Every Disruptive Business Leader Should Know.

Dr. Kevin L. Schewe: Author of BAD LOVE TIGERS

Dr. Kevin L. Schewe, a board-certified cancer specialist who has been in the private practice of radiation oncology for over 33 years, is an entrepreneur, and author of Bad Love Tigers a sequel to this first novel Bad Love Strikes. He chronicles the adventures of 1970’s teenagers time-traveling through a dark time in history, with the adventurous hope of youth, laced with the unforgettable music of the 1960s and 1970s.

Gwen Samuel: President and Founder, Connecticut Parents Union

The COVID pandemic has created unprecedented circumstances for our schools and our students. My guest is President and Founder of the Connecticut Parents Union Gwen Samuel we talk about their #GetSchooled campaign and the community’s overwhelming support for innovative public schools.

Vanessa Okwuraiwe – How to Boost Financial Stability and Resiliency

Edward Jones Principal, Vanessa Okwuraiwe, has financial strategies to help families looking to boost their financial stability and resiliency this year.

Dr. James Tumlin and Victoria Gibbs: Lupus Nephritis, a Debilitating Kidney Disease Disproportionately Affecting African Americans

Dr. James Tumlin, professor of medicine at Emory University, founder and medical director of the NephroNet Clinical Trials Consortium, and Victoria Gibbs, a meditation and yoga instructor, wellness influencer, and Lupus Nephritis patient, have information about this debilitating kidney disease that disproportionately affects the Black community.