Dan & Chris Powers, two brothers who moved to LA to pursue their dream in entertainment, share their journey filled with adversity from sleeping on floors to being rejected for jobs. They discuss their success running the Empty Netters Podcast and making a name for themselves as screenwriters, showing that behind every success is a bucket of challenges.

Janice is the CEO of Ellig Group, where she was named one of the world's most influential headhunters by Bloomberg Business Week. She has a specific focus on improving diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace by placing women and underrepresented executives onto boards and into C-suites. Janice is a philanthropic titan having chaired the University of Iowa Center for Advancement board, Past Director of the National YMCA, and Past President of the Women's Forum of New York. She received the University of Iowa Distinguished Alumni Award in 2011. She's co-authored two books and has traveled to 150 countries. Please hit "follow" wherever you listen to your podcasts to help us bring you the BEST guests! 

Dr. Austin Chiang is a world-renowned expert on gut health. He attended Duke, Colombia, Harvard (and more!) to obtain his MD and beyond. Dr. Austin Chiang serves as Chief Medical Officer of the Endoscopy business at Medtronic, the worlds largest medical device company. He's created an immense social media following where he spreads accurate health information to his 570,000 followers. He is author of "Gut: An Owner's Guide" which will be released in April of 2024. 

Robert Jordan served as the 25th U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia during the 9/11 attacks. Having served as President George Bush's personal attorney, and close friend, Robert was tapped to lead Saudi relations in a tumultuous time. Tune in to hear stories from the Oval Office, Saudi Palaces, and advice on improving the Israel/Palestinian conflict. Robert was a partner in the international law firm Baker Botts L.L.P. for many years and headed the firm’s Middle East practice based in Dubai until his retirement in 2014. He is Vice Chair of the Tower Center Board of Directors, the World Affairs Council of Dallas Fort Worth, and the Board of Governors of the Middle East Institute. He is a Trustee of the Southwestern Medical Foundation, a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and a past president of the Dallas Bar Association. He is a member of the Board of Trustees of the Center for American and International Law and the Board of Directors of the Tate Lecture Series at Southern Methodist University. He also serves on the Advisory Board of the Bilateral U.S.-Arab Chamber of Commerce and is a frequent commentator with international media including CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, CNBC, Bloomberg and the New York Times. His memoir, Desert Diplomat: Inside Saudi Arabia Following 9/11, was published by Potomac Books.Please enjoy this fascinating conversation with U.S. Ambassador, Robert Jordan. 

Enjoy this fascinating conversation with Almost Friday Media President, Andrew Kenward. Conversation starts at time stamp 3:30. Andrew landed his first job in entertainment with C3 Presents, hosting Austin City Limits. From ACL, he went on to become an Agent in Hollywood at William Morris Endeavor for 8 years before joining the rocket ship Almost Friday Media as their President. Almost Friday Media is a media conglomerate and production company of 20 brands; including notable Friday Beers and Empty Netters. They have 18 million followers across their social media platforms, put out 17,000 pieces of content last quarter, reach 200 million people weekly, and have an insane new office on Abbot Kinney in Venice, CA. This conversation provides a deep dive into Andrew's upbringing and the lessons he's learned throughout. Please enjoy and as always, hit the "follow" button so you never miss an episode AND it tremendously helps me bring you the BEST guests. 

Andy Warren is an accomplished business leader with experience in film and entertainment, investment banking, insurance, and several entrepreneurial endeavors (like owning 22 pubs!). Andy gives advice on the art of relationship building, decisive thinking, and risk taking. "Don't break rules, bend them!" We recorded this episode at a vineyard in Napa -- please visit our YouTube page to watch the video. Hit the "Follow" or "Subscribe" button wherever you listen to your podcast -- it helps me bring the BEST stories and guests to YOU! Thanks for listening -- please let me know what you think. -Andrew 

Permission to Shine Episode 17 is live and it's a big one! Jim Moore, creative director at GQ for 40 years and now leading his own efforts, has worked with President Obama, Jay-Z, Lebron James, Denzel Washington and more. Jim has lead or been involved with over 500 GQ front cover shoots.From growing up in St. Paul, Minnesota to making it big in New York City, Jim's story is remarkable. His work ethic is insane, and his humility is inspiring. I randomly met Jim on the sidewalk in NYC where we quickly made friends (no where better than the streets of NY!). It's a huge honor to have him as a guest and believer in the podcast.  Enjoy the conversation and let us know what you think!  P.s. I’m ever committed to bringing you the BEST stories and guests. Please “follow” Permission to Shine wherever you get your podcasts to help in my commitment to you.

Dr. Sanjiv Chopra, Harvard Dean and author of The Two Most Important Days, shares the secrets to living a purpose driven life. Topics discussed include finding your purpose, the impact of meditation on well-being and longevity, the power of optimism, leaving a legacy, and setting and achieving goals.

Brandon Marcel, a musician based out of Fort Worth Texas, has been touring with Grammy winning Leon Bridges since 2018 . His thoughtfulness, zest for intense experiences, calm demeanor, and thoughts on courage being more important than confidence make him a special person. Please enjoy this conversation with Brandon Marcel!.

Daniel Pidgeon, CEO of McIntosh Group, and I sat down at the House of Sound NYC -- a $30 million condo in Chelsea they converted into an audio experience house, to showcase their legendary speaker line that's been leading the industry since the 1940's. Dan previously served as CEO of Sears Home Services (leading 7,000 employees) and has helped lead the Consumer Electronics Show, the largest tech conference in the world... think all of the new gadgets like robots.Please enjoy this inspiring conversation with Dan! Full video on Youtube and clips on Instagram.