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For more than twenty-five years, Quantum Health has been defining the field now known as healthcare navigation.  Our guest today is Kara Trott, whose goal was to ensure that no patient go through the difficult healthcare journey alone.  So she rose to the challenge, established a billion dollar plus business that is now an established leader in the healthcare space.  She writes about it in her memoir, “No One Alone: Humanizing Healthcare as an Outsider.”  Quantum Health has certainly made a difference in the lives of countless people, with dynamic leader Kara Trott at the helm!

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Marschall S. Runge, M.D., Ph.D., is the executive vice president for Medical Affairs at the University of Michigan, dean of the Medical School, and CEO of Michigan Medicine. He earned his doctorate in molecular biology at Vanderbilt University and his medical degree from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, where he also completed a residency in internal medicine. He is the author of more than 250 publications and holds five patents for novel approaches to healthcare.  Today we talk about his new novel, “Coded to Kill: A Techno Medical Thriller.”  It is a supercharged fictional story about  how advancing technology in medicine is exploited with by a power hungry cabal and the offbeat cybersecurity team out to stop them.  A tough book to put down!

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Today we honor a cultural film icon. We present  the story of actor Robert Shaw. His nephew Christopher Shaw Myers shares much about the British artist’s family upbringing, his talents as a novelist and playwright and Robert Shaw’s impact on screen in such films as “Dr. No,” “A Man for All Seasons,” and of course the classic summer blockbuster “Jaws” premiering fifty years ago. Shaw was a complex, often troubled man whose brilliance in limited screen appearances was evident. Learn more about this devoted family man from his nephew who offers up an endearing and fascinating biography!

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Boston based filmmaker and screen writer Eric Aronson joins us to talk about his feature directing debut, a comedy thriller  heist film called “Any Day Now.”  Billed as a “true-ish” story, the movie is inspired by the actual events of March 18,1990, when $500 million worth of priceless art was stolen from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.  The art has never been recovered and there still exists a multi-million dollar reward for its return.  Eric is an independent filmmaker with quite the creative spark that extends to how he has been marketing his movie.  Get set to go behind-the-scenes with an innovative writer-director!

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Dr. Otello Stampacchia is a globetrotter of the first order, traveling around the world as the head of investor relations and strategic initiatives for his firm Omega Funds. He is heavily involved in several of Omega’s therapeutic areas of interest, particularly oncology and inflammatory disorders.  Omega’s investments have resulted in over 50 life changing drugs, approved and on market.  Join us as we talk about various aspects of the ever-changing health care industry with a scientist/investor who is tops in his field!

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John Rinaldo is a passionate writer who shares his love for writing through published books and daily inspirational stories on Substack at rinaldoj.substack.com.  John uses these platforms to offer insights and experiences about life purpose and intentions. His latest book is entitled, “Dancing Letters: A Boy’s Journey Through Words and Strength.” It’s a semi- autobiographical novel about overcoming the struggles and challenges of dyslexia. John’s story is uplifting and positive, a must-read for anyone touched by dyslexia!

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Kim Carrigan, a native of Missouri, has made New England her home for decades, establishing herself as a respected and popular TV news anchor and radio personality.  She currently hosts her own podcast, “Carrigan and Company,” as well as  a weekly business show on WRKO in Boston. Kim continues to give of her time as a volunteer with numerous non-profits and believes strongly in helping local community organizations thrive.  An exceptional talent, Kim understands media and the importance of objectivity in delivering the news!

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What a delight welcoming my old friend Harry Castleman, co-author along with Walter J. Podrazik, of “Watching TV: American Television Season by Season, Fourth Edition.”
Their book encompasses several eras of American television from the early days of broadcast TV, all the way through cable, and now streaming.  Considered the gold standard chronology of American television, it is chock full of fun facts, firsts, insights and exploits. A conversation with Harry is always memorable!

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Today’s guest is very much a member of the Damon Runyon school of characters. Charles Farrell is not only an accomplished jazz pianist, he has also been a key player in the boxing world for decades. From Floyd Patterson to Don King and scores of managers, promoters and celebrities to the fighters – both champs and bums – he knows as much about the “game” as anyone. Charles shares his insights in his new pseudo-memoir entitled, “The Legend of ‘Mitch Blood Green’ and Other Boxing Essays.” One doesn’t have to be a boxing fan or know much about pugilism to appreciate and enjoy his story!

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As today’s guest Dr. Margie Warrell often says, “ Our biggest problems don’t stem from what we cannot do.  They stem from not doing all that we can do.”  On this episode we discuss the principles in her latest book, “The Courage Gap: 5 Steps to Braver Action.”  Challenges confront all of us. Dr. Warrell offers insight into how courage can be summoned leading to lessened fear and insecurity and a brighter, more happy life.