Conversations with Rich Bennett

In this special Rage Talk episode, Rich and cohost Wendy Beck have a conversation with Toni Torsch, Linda Williams, Jennifer Tuerke, and Shawn Partain.The Daniel Carl Torsch Foundation, Rage Against Addiction, Voices of Hope Maryland, and Addiction Connections Resource are organizations dedicated to providing support, education, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by addiction. They aim to raise awareness about addiction, reduce the stigma associated with seeking treatment, and advocate for policy changes to address the addiction epidemic in the United States. These organizations offer peer support meetings, recovery coaching, and resources for those seeking treatment. By providing support, education, and advocacy, these organizations help individuals and families affected by addiction find the resources they need to overcome it.Here are relevant links for these wonderful organizations:Daniel Carl Torsch Foundation (dctfoundationinc.org) Addiction Connections Resource – The connection for reclaiming hope and healing lives (acrhelps.org)VOH Home - Voices of Hope, Inc. (voicesofhopemaryland.org)Sponsored by Rage Against AddictionRecommended podcast – Recovery ElevatorSend us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREERage Against AddictionRage Against Addiction is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting addicts and their familiDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

In this episode, Rich and cohost Derek Pentz have a conversation with Erin Subramanian.Erin Subramanian is a fitness instructor, yoga instructor, and freelance translator (Japanese to English). She teaches classes in Harford County and Baltimore County at the Y, Yoga Centric, Harford County senior centers, the Joppa Library, and DeAnna's Workout World. The formats she teaches include Bounce (rebound fitness), water fitness, aerial yoga, Zumba, and POUND. She also enjoys pole dancing and running. Thank you to Erin Subramanian for the conversation. Here are some links for Erin:https://www.instagram.com/baltimorebouncebeast/https://www.facebook.com/erin.subramanianhttps://www.facebook.com/bouncewitherin/Recommended podcast – Anime Talk!Send us a textDonate HereSupport the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

In this episode, Rich has a conversation with Shana Francesca.Meet Shana Francesca: a natural-born leader, speaker, writer, and entrepreneur who refused to let her difficult family life define her. As Founder and Lead Designer of Concinnate, an interior and life design firm with clients around the country, Shana uses her powerful voice to guide people toward empathy, resilience, and curiosity about what's possible in their own lives. With a background in performing arts, Shana is no stranger to the stage and has honed her skills in connecting with people. She lives by the principles of Empathy, Curiosity, and Intention, and through her design work, conversations, and talks, she invites others to do the same. Shana believes that we can transform our present and future by taking ownership of our lives and infusing intention into even the smallest decisions. Join Shana in designing your own life story.Thank you to Shana Francesca for the conversation. Here are some links for Shana:Website:Life Design | ConcinnateSocial Media:Concinnate | FacebookCONCINNATE (@concinnate.world) • Instagram photos and videosCONCINNATE: Overview | LinkedInConcinnate - YouTubeSponsored by Harford County Chamber of CommerceRecommended podcast – buckleUp! Podcast with Natalia EarleSend us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEHarford County Chamber of CommerceAt the Harford County Chamber of Commerce, our business is your success. We are the premier businessDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

In this special Rage Talk episode, Rich and cohost Wendy Beck (Abby and Shawn as well) have a conversation with Brick and Will Gibbons of The Ramble Festival.The Ramble Festival is a three-day music festival held at Camp Ramblewood in Harford County, Maryland. The festival is focused on creating a community through shared experiences and a mutual love of live music in a beautiful outdoor setting. The festival aims to create a relaxed and empowering environment where music connects attendees in a meaningful, organic, and free-spirited manner.Here are the links for The Ramble Festival:The Ramble FestivalThe Ramble Festival | Darlington MD | FacebookThe Ramble Festival (@ramblefestival) | InstagramRamble Festival (@RambleFestival) / TwitterThe Ramble Festival (@ramblefestival) | TikTokSponsored by Rage Against AddictionRecommended podcast –Bluegrass Jam AlongSend us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREERage Against AddictionRage Against Addiction is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting addicts and their familiDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

In this episode, Rich has a conversation with Kimberly Sullivan.Meet Kimberly, a wanderlust-stricken writer who calls the Harlem neighborhood of New York City home. Her journey started in Boston and Saratoga Springs, New York, and took her across the globe to work in journalism and government in the US, Czech Republic, and Austria before settling in Rome. Kimberly studied political science and history at Cornell University and earned her MBA in Milan, specializing in strategy and marketing. She is a member of the Women’s Fiction Writers Association and The Historical Novel Society and has published several short stories and three novels. Her first short story collection, Drink Wine and Be Beautiful, will be released in May 2023. Kimberly's love for Italy shines through her stories, as she is fluent in speaking with her hands and enjoys setting her tales in her beautiful adoptive country.Thank you to Kimberly Sullivan for the conversation. Here are some links for Kimberly:Website:Kimberly Sullivan (kimberlysullivanauthor.com)Social Media:Kimberly Sullivan (@KimberlyinRome) / TwitterKimberly Sullivan (@kimberlyinrome) • Instagram photos and videosBooks:https://amzn.to/4042SxPSponsored by Maryland PickersRecommended podcast – Kimberly's ItalySend us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEMaryland PickersFamily Owned & Operated - Maryland Pickers Junk Removal & Hauling - Serving Harford & Baltimore CouDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

In this episode, Rich has a conversation with Dr. Susan Landers.Get to know Dr. Susan Landers, an accomplished neonatologist. She holds BS degrees in Biology and Chemistry from Auburn University and an MD degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Landers completed her pediatrics residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School hospitals, and her neonatology fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine hospitals. As an academic neonatologist, Dr. Landers conducted clinical research and published twenty-three peer-reviewed papers. On top of that, she also served as a speaker for the Texas Department of State Health Services, Medical Director of the Mothers’ Milk Bank at Austin, and on the board of directors of the milk bank. She continued to publish papers and work for the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), becoming a Fellow of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine in 2002. Dr. Landers also contributed to AAP policy statements and clinical guidelines, serving on the Executive Committee of the Section on Breastfeeding from 2008 until 2014. Her contributions didn't go unnoticed, as she was awarded a national award for "Outstanding Accomplishments in Quality Improvement" in 2008.Thank you to Dr. Susan Landers for the conversation. Here are some links for Dr. Landers:Website:Signs & Symptoms of Physician Burnout - Susan Landers, MD (susanlandersmd.com)Social Media:Susan Landers, MD | Austin TX | FacebookSusan Landers, MD (@susanlandersmd) / TwitterSusan Landers, MD (@drsusanlanders) • Instagram photos and videosDr. Susan Landers | LinkedInSponsored by Harford County Health DepartmentRecommended podcast – Send us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEHarford County Health DepartmentTo protect, promote, and improve the health, safety, and environment of Harford County residents.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

In this episode, Rich has a conversation with Marlene Shipley Everhardt.Step into the world of Marlene Shipley Everhardt, a Maryland native hailing from the illustrious Bel Air. Marlene's incredible journey began with a simple idea, to capture the heartwarming experiences between a deaf grandmother and her hearing grandsons in a children's book. Years later, this idea has blossomed into a sensational series of "Signing Grandma Books," which showcase beautifully illustrated American Sign Language (ASL) signs. Co-authoring the series with her high school friend of 50 years, Pat Goldys, Marlene is thrilled to continue her legacy as a CODA (Child Of Deaf Adults).When she's not pouring her heart and soul into the books, Marlene can be found lounging on the beach on a sunny day, indulging in her love for literature at bookstores on rainy days, or sipping tea with her closest girlfriends on almost any day. Join Marlene on her journey as she inspires, educates, and delights readers of all ages with her enchanting stories of family, love, and the beauty of American Sign Language.Thank you to Marlene Shipley Everhardt for the conversation. Here are some links for Marlene:Social Media:Signing Grandma Books Facebook PageBooks:https://amzn.to/41dsWrfEmail:signinggrandmabooks@gmail.comSponsored by Freedom Federal Credit UnionRecommended podcast – Step Forward and VolunteerSend us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEFreedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Brian Noonan, founder of the largest provider of the Sinclair Method, discusses his groundbreaking approach to alcohol use disorders. He explains how naltrexone helps reduce cravings without demanding complete abstinence. The conversation highlights the method's accessibility through telehealth, making treatment easier for many. Noonan also shares insights into the relationship between alcohol, food cravings, and behavioral addictions. Additionally, they touch on the broader implications of addiction in various professions, including the music industry.

In this episode, Rich has a conversation with Marshall Poe.Marshall Poe is a historian, writer, and founder of the New Books Network, a podcast network featuring interviews with authors about their new publications in a wide range of fields. He also serves as the editor-in-chief of the network. Poe has published several books on Russian history and culture and has written for numerous publications including The Atlantic, The New Yorker, and The New Republic. The New Books Network is a podcast network that features interviews with authors about their new publications. Covering a wide range of academic disciplines and genres, the network provides a platform for scholars and experts to share their research and insights with a wider audience. The interviews are conducted by knowledgeable hosts who engage in thoughtful discussions with the authors, providing listeners with an in-depth look at the topics and ideas explored in the books.Thank you to Marshall Poe for the conversation. Here are some links for Marshall:Websites:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marshall_Poehttps://newbooksnetwork.com/Social Media:New Books Network | FacebookNew Books Network 📚 (@NewBooksNetwork) / TwitterSend us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

In this episode, Rich is joined by several people to hold a roundtable discussion on Mental Illness and what they're doing to control it.The guests are Andrea Pappas and Ronya Nassar from Harford County Health Department, Lindsey Pope, and Wendy Beck from Rage Against Addiction.Mental illnesses are conditions that affect a person's thinking, mood, and behavior. These disorders can manifest in different ways, and they may vary in severity from mild to severe. Some common mental illnesses include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and eating disorders. Mental illnesses can be caused by a combination of genetic, environmental, and social factors. People with mental illnesses may experience symptoms such as persistent sadness, fear, confusion, or irritability, and these symptoms can significantly affect their daily lives. It is important for individuals with mental illnesses to seek professional help and support from loved ones to manage their conditions effectively.Sponsored by Harford County Health DepartmentSend us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEHarford County Health DepartmentTo protect, promote, and improve the health, safety, and environment of Harford County residents.RocketbookGet the perfect companion for podcasting, school, office, or anything else.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email