Category Archives: Episodes

Optical Heritage Museum -412

February 4, 2024EpisodesDan Thibeault

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The Optical Heritage Museum in Southbridge, Massachusetts has thousands of fascinating items within their collections and displays including microscopes, Lensometers, and of courses glasses from every era. It features incredible science that has benefited our lives as well as a look at eyewear fashion trends over the last couple of centuries. Join us as we take you on a tour with Debbie Schiro from the Museum!

Kedar Gupta -411

January 28, 2024EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Meet Dr. Kedar Gupta and his wife Renu, immigrants originally from India who are a true American success story. Dr. Gupta is the author of “Carving My Destiny: Lessons From My Entrepreneurial Ventures.” Kedar shares valuable business and life lessons he’s learned while developing many successful companies. He and his colleagues are credited with playing a major role in sparking the solar energy revolution.

Dr. Letise Lafeir -410

January 22, 2024EpisodesDan Thibeault

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We welcome Dr. Letise Lafeir, The New England Aquarium’s first Chief Conservation and Stewardship Officer. An expert on ocean issues and ocean policy with aquarium experience, Dr. LaFeir comes to the Aquarium from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), where she served as Senior Advisor. Join us for a discussion about sea life and the need to safeguard a most precious resource -our oceans. Learn about the vital ongoing conservation work by the dedicated team at the New England Aquarium!

Jason Loeb -409

January 14, 2024EpisodesDan Thibeault

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The Escape Room phenomenon is sweeping the country. And it is certainly popular here in our stomping grounds Boston. Today we feature Jason Loeb, one of the founders of Trapology Boston. The concept of solving puzzles to “escape” from any number of clever and entertaining scenarios brings people together for device-free entertainment, giving groups of friends an immersive, interactive, and FUN activity to do together!

Bruce Richardson -408

January 8, 2024EpisodesDan Thibeault

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On this episode meet The Tea Maestro, Bruce Richardson, Founder of Elmwood Inn Fine Teas of Kentucky. Bruce is a contributing editor to TEATIME Magazine, has written several books on the subject of tea and serves as the Tea Master for the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum. He is undoubtedly one of the top authorities when it comes to tea. Bruce and I have brewed up quite an interesting conversation for you about the world’s most popular beverage. Now, did you want one lump or two?

Aviva Sapers -407

December 30, 2023EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Happy New Year to all! One of the smartest resolutions we can all make this time of year is to stop procrastinating. Today’s guest has fine advice as to how we can take command of our financial wellness and plan effectively for retirement. Financial advisor Aviva Sapers, along with co-author Andrew MacDougall, has written, “Someday Is Not a Day of the Week: Unlock Your Financial Potential Today.” Aviva explains in easy to understand language how to develop financial confidence and create a safer, more sustainable path to your future!

Dr. David H. Rosmarin -406

December 18, 2023EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Anxiety. It is a seminal part of the human condition. We need it to survive and grow. But for millions of us anxiety takes a heavy toll. What if there was another way to think about anxiety, to actually experience anxiety in a way that can change your life for the better? Our guest is Dr. David H. Rosmarin, author of “Thriving with Anxiety: 9 Tools to Make Your Anxiety Work for You.” Listen to this episode and you just might come away with a whole new perspective on anxiety and a whole lot more!

Dr. Anna Yusim -405

December 9, 2023EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Today we welcome Dr. Anna Yusim, author of an inspiring and well-researched new book entitled, “Fulfilled: How the Science of Spirituality Can Help You Live a Happier, More Meaningful Life.” Anna integrates the best of Western medicine with universal spiritual principles to help us discover more meaning and joy in life!

Micki Pagano -404

November 26, 2023EpisodesDan Thibeault

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She’s an award winning creative force on Madison Avenue. Micki Pagano is also a New Yorker who was deeply affected by the terror attacks on 9-11. Her inspiring book about the afterlife, redemption and hope in the wake of what happened on that fateful day is moving and imaginative. Join us as we introduce you to “The Road to Beyond,” a beautiful parable for our time.

Neil Rogers -403

November 19, 2023EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Bar Tips is a wonderful book of life and business lessons by Neil Rogers. Neil currently runs a successful marketing firm. He recalls the skill sets learned when he tended bar in Boston years ago and shares them in this very readable book. There are valuable tips for anyone interested in improving their careers, building sales and understanding and communicating with people!