

Conversations with Rich Bennett
Rich Bennett
Join Rich Bennett and his dynamic cohosts as they engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds—authors, entrepreneurs, activists, and everyday heroes—uncovering their unique stories and insights. Each episode offers a deep dive into personal journeys, community initiatives, and transformative experiences, providing listeners with inspiration and practical takeaways.Tune in to discover stories that uplift, inform, and connect us all. Subscribe now to be part of these compelling conversations.Interested in being a guest on Conversations with Rich Bennett? Reach out to Rich Bennett through PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/richbennett.
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Jul 29, 2022 • 59min
Farah Rocks In A Curious Land Watching The Philadelphia Phillies With Susan Muaddi Darraj
In this episode, Rich and cohost Wendy Beck have a conversation with Award-Winning Author, Susan Muaddi Darraj.Writing for both adult and children's audiences, Susan Muaddi Darraj has won several literary awards. An American Book Award, two Arab American Book Awards, and a Maryland State Arts Council Independent Artists Award were among the accolades she received. She was designated a 2018 Ford Fellow by the United States Artists in 2018.Jaime Manrique, the judge for the AWP Grace Paley Prize for Short Fiction, selected Susan Muaddi Darraj's short story collection A Curious Land: Stories from Home as the winner. Aside from that, it was nominated for a Palestine Book Award and won the Arab American Book Award in 2016. The Inheritance of Exile, her previous collection of short stories, was released by the University of Notre Dame Press in 2007. The Farah Rocks chapter book series was the first to feature an Arab American protagonist, and she has authored other YA biographies. Recently she has been hired to be a head writer of a 12-episode original children's story podcast for Spotify Kids.Thank you to Susan Muaddi Darraj for the conversation. Here are some links for Susan:https://susanmdbooks.com/Inheritance of Exile, The: Stories from South PhillyA Curious Land: Stories from HomeFarah Rocks Fifth GradeFarah Rocks New BeginningsFarah Rocks Send us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEFreedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSWHFC 91.1 FMIt's all about community.
WHFC 91.1 FM, Harford Community College Radio, is the college radio staRocketbookGet 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

Jul 25, 2022 • 1h 40min
The Chakra Diva Amber Poole Feels A Paranormal Presence In The Studio
In this episode, Rich and cohost Paige Mullhausen have a conversation with Amber Poole. Intuitive chakra reader and healer Amber has been working for a decade. Her intuitive talents aid people in developing a more mindful understanding of themselves. She is enthusiastic about helping her clients heal themselves by employing energy methods, letting go of old outdated ideas, and replacing their blueprint with a life they truly desire. Amber has also joined up with the First Call Paranormal to assist in investigations.Thank you to Amber Poole, The Chakra Diva for the conversation. Here are some links for Amber:http://www.thechakradiva.com/https://www.facebook.com/thechakradiva/https://www.instagram.com/thechakradivaThe Chakra Diva - YouTubehttps://firstcallparanormal.com/Sponsored by Serenity Salt SpaRecommended podcast - 3 Spooked GirlsFollow the podcast on Social Media:Facebook - Conversations with Rich Bennett & Harford County LivingTwitter - Conversations with Rich Bennett & Send us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEFreedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSSerenity Salt Spa Serenity Salt Spa is the 1st Himalayan Salt Therapy & Wellness Spa to come to Harford County, MarylaRocketbookGet 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

Jul 22, 2022 • 1h 24min
Dragging Queens And Kings Through The Paranormal With Zenobia Darling
In this episode, Rich and cohost Colleen Curran have a conversation with Robert Buden and Derek Pentz. Robert is the Owner/Curator of Artists Emporium where Derek has been featured. Derek is also known as the Drag Rockstar Zenobia Darling, is a famed performing artist and painter known for blurring the lines between visual and performing art.Derek is a graduate of Towson University's theater program, where he studied reality television's theatrical and societal relevance, writing his undergraduate theater thesis on two of Bravo's reality tv theater masterpieces, Vanderpump Rules and The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, titled "Would Oscar Wilde be a Nineteenth-Century PumpHead? The Wilde Aspirational Comedy of Vanderpump Rules." Read more about Derek here.Thank you to Robert Buden and Derek Pentz for the conversation. Here are some links for Robert and Derek:Gallery | artistsemporiumhdgArtists Emporium | Facebookhttps://www.instagram.com/artistsemporiumhdg/Derek Pentz - Portfolio of Works (zenobiadarlingcreative.com)https://www.facebook.com/derek.pentzhttps://twitter.com/zenobiadarlinghttps://www.instagram.com/zenobia_darling/Send us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEFreedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSGreat Escapes Harford
Great Escapes Harford is an escape room, an entertainment venue with themed games designed for ageDisclaimer: 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

Jul 18, 2022 • 1h 20min
Music Has A High Spiritual Value And The Ability To Bring People Closer Together
In this episode, Rich has a conversation with Jamie Bishop. As a solo performer, Jamie has honed the skills that allow him to captivate audiences while also making them feel at ease. Jamie is able to read the room and create set lists that are perfect for every occasion, whether it is a formal wedding, a business function, a sing-along with friends, or a relaxed social gathering. His rhythmic guitar work provides an ideal foundation for his warm, expressive voice. His musical library is delightful and diverse, with a great mix of upbeat and mellow songs over the last 20-50 years and a broad range of genres and singers.Thank you to Jamie Bishop for the conversation. Here are some links for Jamie:http://www.jamieonacoustic.com/https://www.facebook.com/jamie.bishop.9https://www.instagram.com/jamieonacoustic/https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGDl4nXy7TA9Avu9BYhctnfiluas4nuGJSponsored by Rock Spring Financial GroupRecommended podcast - Playlist WarsFollow the podcast on Social Media:Facebook - Conversations with Rich Bennett & Harford County LivingTwitter - Conversations witSend us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEFreedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSRock Spring Financial GroupOur team is your team. We are your advocates to find the best mortgage loan options and provide you 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

Jul 15, 2022 • 1h 3min
Special Episode - Rage Talk - What Is Harm Reduction?
In this episode, Rich and cohost Wendy Beck have a conversation with Zach Kosinski. Zach was with the Harford County Health Department and is now a Harm Reduction Coordinator with Voices of Hope of Maryland. What is Harm Reduction?Harm reduction is a set of practical strategies and ideas aimed at reducing negative consequences associated with drug use. Harm Reduction is also a movement for social justice built on a belief in, and respect for, the rights of people who use drugs.— National Harm Reduction CoalitionThank you to Zach Kosinski for the conversation. Here are some links for Harm Reduction and other sources:VOH Home - Voices of Hope, Inc. (voicesofhopemaryland.org)http://harfordcountyhealth.com/harm-reduction/Support for Addiction Recovery | Rage Against Addictionhttps://health.maryland.gov/phpa/Pages/accessharmreduction.aspxhttps://www.recoveryanswers.org/resource/drug-and-alcohol-harm-reduction/Home Page - Harford Crisis CenterSend us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEFreedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSHarford County Health DepartmentTo protect, promote, and improve the health, safety, and environment of Harford County residents.Klein Family Harford Crisis CenterIf you or someone you love is struggling with addiction or a mental health issue, call now.
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Jul 11, 2022 • 56min
When Bruce Lee Meets John Force You Get One Fast Ninja
In this episode, Rich has a conversation with Luis Martinez. Sensei Luis Martinez is the Owner and Master Instructor at Empire Dojo where they teach traditional and modern style martial arts to children and adults. Luis is also the Team Owner and Director of Luis Martinez Racing, established in 2001 and the types of professional racing they compete in are drag racing, drifting, and road racing.Thank you to Sensei Luis Martinez for the conversation. Here are some links for Luis:Harford County Kids Martial Arts - Empire Dojo - Abingdon, Maryland (ninjaabingdon.com)https://www.facebook.com/ninjaempiredojoEmpire Dojo (@empiredojo) • Instagram photos and videos(14) Empire Dojo - YouTubehttps://www.luismartinezracing.com/https://www.facebook.com/4yaselfSponsored by American Auto RepairRecommended podcast -The Sportsman Drag Racing Podcast w/ Luke & JedFollow the podcast on Social Media:Facebook - Conversations with Rich Bennett & Harford County LivingTwitter - Send us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEFreedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSRocketbookGet the perfect companion for podcasting, school, office, or anything else.American Auto Repair Sales & ServicesAmerican Auto Repair & Performance was founded on the basic idea that everyone deserves respect. It 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

Jul 8, 2022 • 1h 14min
Pop The Bubbly And Fill A Sippy Cup
In this episode, Rich has a conversation with Kellie Mahon. Kellie is an Entrepreneur, SEO Coach, Creative Marketing Strategist, Blogger, and Mother that enjoys champagne. The Blog, Champagne & a Sippy Cup, offers recipes, travel, fashion, and more. Kellie can also provide search engine optimization (SEO) services that go above and beyond the fundamentals by taking into account actual user behavior and industry developments to better position your unique brand in the market.Thank you to Kellie Mahon for the conversation. Here are some links for Kellie:https://www.champagneandasippycup.comhttps://www.kelliemahon.com/https://www.instagram.com/champagneandasippycuphttps://www.facebook.com/kelliemahonSEOhttps://www.instagram.com/spoonfulofstrategy/Recommended podcast - Champagne Moments with SentaFollow the podcast on Social Media:Facebook - Conversations with Rich Bennett & Harford County LivingTwitter - Conversations with Rich Bennett & Harford County LivingInstagram - Harford County LivingTikTok - Harford County LivingSponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the Send us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEFreedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSRocketbookGet 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

Jul 6, 2022 • 1h 42min
Feeling Healthy From Lasers, Cracking, Eating, And Exercise
In this episode, Rich has a conversation with Dr. Reed Neubaum. Dr. Reed and his wife, Dr. Kat, are Chiropractic Doctors and Owners of Ultimate Health- A Complete Wellness Center. Dr. Reed explains how he went from wrestling and rugby to becoming a Chiropractic Doctor and some of the pains along the way. He also explains how Ultimate Health has something for everyone including people that have had surgery, are diabetic, and those that even have artificial knees and other implants.Thank you to Dr. Reed Neubaum for the conversation. Here are some links for Dr. Reed:Chiropractor in Bel Air and Towson, MD | Ultimate Health (back2ultimatehealth.com)https://www.facebook.com/Ultimate.Health.Wellnesshttps://twitter.com/UltiHealthCtrSponsored by Maryland PickersRecommended podcast - Chiropractic ScienceFollow the podcast on Social Media:Facebook - Conversations with Rich Bennett & Harford County LivingTwitter - Conversations with Rich Bennett & Harford County LivingInstagram - Harford County LivingTikTok - Harford County LivingSponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Recorded at the Freedom Federal Credit Union StudiosHosted on Send us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEFreedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSMaryland PickersFamily Owned & Operated - Maryland Pickers
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Jul 4, 2022 • 50min
It's A Deadly Virus That Is Usually Transmitted Through A Bite
In this episode, Rich has a conversation with people of Harford County Health Department's Environmental Health Bureau. Learn about the facts and myths of rabies and what to do if you think you or a pet may be infected. Thank you to the wonderful people of the Harford County Health Department for the conversation. Here are some links for HCHD:https://harfordcountyhealth.com/Rabies Informationhttps://www.facebook.com/HarCoHDhttps://twitter.com/HarCoHealthDeptYouTubehttps://www.pinterest.com/harcohd/https://www.instagram.com/harcohealthdept/Sponsored by Eternal PawprintsRecommended podcast - Talkin' Pets with Jon PatchFollow the podcast on Social Media:Facebook - Conversations with Rich Bennett & Harford County LivingTwitter - Conversations with Rich Bennett & Harford County LivingInstagram - Send us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEFreedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSHarford County Health DepartmentTo protect, promote, and improve the health, safety, and environment of Harford County residents.Eternal PawprintsAt Eternal Pawprints we make saying goodbye to your pet as easy as possible with the dignity and lovDisclaimer: 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

Jul 1, 2022 • 46min
Making The Family Proud
In this episode, Rich and cohost Robyn Burke have a conversation with Becky Smith. This is truly a family episode because Robyn is Rich's sister and Becky is their cousin. Becky is an illustrator and designer that helps brands and individuals visually communicate with their audience. She has done work for Oyster companies, wine companies, grocery chains and even the Disney Collection on Minted.Thank you to Becky Smith for the conversation. Here are some links for Becky:https://www.rabeccky.com/Rebecca Smith's Store | MintedStore 2 — Rebecca Smith (rabeccky.com)rabeccky | A Creative Market ShopRebecca Smith (@rabeccky) • Instagram photos and videoshttp://pinterest.com/rabecckySponsored by Rock Spring Financial GroupRecommended podcast - Betty in the Sky with a Suitcase!Follow the podcast on Social Media:Facebook - Conversations with Rich Bennett & Harford County LivingTwitter - Conversations with Rich Bennett & Harford County LivingInstagram - Harford County LivingTikTok - Harford County LivingSponsors, AffiliaSend us a textDonate HereBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEFreedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSRock Spring Financial GroupOur team is your team. We are your advocates to find the best mortgage loan options and provide you 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