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July 8, 2024

Spiritual Insights and Emotional Healing with Joy Giovanni

In this heartfelt episode, Rich Bennett and co-host Wendy Beck welcome back the insightful Joy Giovanni to discuss her successful podcast journey, spiritual growth, and the power of intuition. Joy shares her personal experiences and offers profound advice on emotional …

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July 1, 2024

Jonathan Hunt Glassman on Moderation and Digital Solutions for Alcoho…

In this episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," sponsored by “Daniel McGhee and the Victory Team,” Rich dives into the world of digital health innovations in addiction treatment with Jonathan Hunt Glassman, CEO of Oar Health. Jonathan shares his personal …

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June 28, 2024

Transforming Adversity into Opportunity: Chuck Chapman’s Journey

In this episode, Rich Bennett talks with Chuck Chapman, a life and relationships coach, psychotherapist, and author. Chuck shares his inspiring life story marked by overcoming addiction, divorce, bankruptcy, and cancer. He delves into his journey from being a graphic …

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June 26, 2024

Lolita Guarin's Journey to Stress Management

Join host Rich Bennett in an enlightening conversation with Lolita Guarin as she shares her inspiring journey from aspiring for the American dream to confronting the harsh realities of burnout. Lolita, an adult child of an alcoholic, dives deep into …

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June 14, 2024

Unleashing Creativity: Nancy Marks on Transformative Glass Art

In this episode of “Conversations with Rich Bennett,” we delve into the inspiring journey of Nancy Marks, a distinguished glass artist who discovered her passion at the age of 60. Nancy shares how she transitioned from a career in corporate …

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June 12, 2024

Empowering Moms: Heidi Gerard's Journey from Addiction to Advocacy

Join Rich Bennett and Wendy Beck in this inspiring episode as they talk with Heidi Gerard, founder of ChrysantheMoms, a non-profit supporting women and children affected by addiction. Heidi shares her powerful story of overcoming addiction, the challenges of starting …

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June 7, 2024

Bridging Divides: A Conversation with Julie Rose

In this episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," Rich welcomes Julie Rose, an acclaimed radio journalist and host of "Top of Mind." They delve into Julie's career, discussing her transition from radio to podcasting and her mission to bridge societal …

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June 5, 2024

Unlocking the Secrets to Better Sleep with Dr. Bijoy John

In this episode, Rich Bennett dives deep into the world of sleep with Dr. Bijoy John, a board-certified sleep specialist and founder of Sleep Fix Academy. Dr. John shares his expertise on overcoming sleep challenges without medication, offering practical advice …

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June 3, 2024

Unlocking Fulfillment: Secrets to a Purpose-Driven Life

In this episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," sponsored by Tar Heel Construction Group, Rich Bennett is joined by Joe Ayler, President of Tar Heel Construction Group; Everson Travers, CEO of Travers Enterprise, LLC; Tony Muns, an insurance industry professional; …

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May 31, 2024

Shannon Lawrence's Journey Through Horror and Fantasy

In this episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," Rich welcomes the incredibly talented Shannon Lawrence, an author renowned for her captivating horror and fantasy stories. Shannon shares her journey, discussing her extensive body of work, including over 50 anthologies, four …

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May 29, 2024

Finding Inner Peace: Ann Swanson on Meditation, Chronic Pain, and Mod…

In this episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," we explore the transformative power of meditation with Ann Swanson, a bestselling author and expert in yoga and meditation. Ann shares her personal journey of overcoming chronic pain and anxiety through meditation, …

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May 24, 2024

Beyond the Battlefield: The Long-Term Effects of Camp Lejeune's Toxic…

In this episode, "Beyond the Battlefield: The Long-Term Effects of Camp Lejeune's Toxic Water", Rich sits down with Jane Babcock, a seasoned veterans benefits educator, to delve into the ongoing repercussions of the Camp Lejeune water contamination crisis. Jane provides …

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May 20, 2024

Guardians of the Green: How Harford Land Trust is Shaping Our Future …

In this episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," Rich sits down with Kristin Kirkwood, the executive director of Harford Land Trust. Kristin shares the inspiring story of how the Trust was founded in 1991 by a group of passionate citizens …

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May 17, 2024

Christle Henzel on Addicted: Alex's Story - From Tragedy to Hope

In this episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," Rich and co-host Wendy Beck sit down with playwright and director Christle Henzel to discuss her impactful plays, "Addicted" and "Addicted: Alex's Story." Christle shares her personal journey, inspired by the loss …

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May 15, 2024

Transforming Trauma into Advocacy: Lisa Sugarman on Mental Health and…

In this episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," host Rich Bennett engages in a deep and insightful discussion with Lisa Sugarman, a Boston-based author, columnist, and mental health advocate. Lisa shares her compelling journey from parenting author to a devoted …

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