Robin Frederick - Song Doctor
The Sonny Melendrez Show
Robin Frederick is a celebrated songwriter, author and children's television contributor. She is a former director of A&R and production for and Executive Producer of over 60 albums. She has written and produced more than 500 songs for television, records, theater and more. Our connection goes back to the early days of the Disney Channel when I hosted Disney’s premiere children’s series, You and Me, Kid. You see, Robin wrote the words and music to theme, titled Just You and Me Kid! ~Sonny. In this episode, Robin reveals.. How writing her first musical at 15 led to a...
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Stan Peake: Lasting Happiness is an Inside Job
The Sonny Melendrez Show
Want to know the secret to lasting and fulfilling happiness? You've come to the right place! Sonny visits with Stan Peake, executive coach, business consultant, speaker and author of 5 books, including "Lasting Happiness is an Inside Job," the title of his popular TEDx talk. In this episode, Stan shares: How to go from a traditional job to a life of entrepreneurship The big question people asked of themselves when COVID hit the US What the workplace will look like in 5 years How to be on the right side of change caused by AI Why success doesn't guarantee happiness The secret to long...
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JD Gershbein: Everything you wanted to know about LINKEDIN, but were afraid to ask!
The Sonny Melendrez Show
JD Gershbein is an expert on all things LinkedIn. His company, Owlish Communications provides LinkedIn branding and advisory services to executives, leaders and entrepreneurs around the world. Listen, as Sonny poses the most asked questions by LinkedIn users. In this episode, you'll learn: -The biggest mistake people make on LinkedIn How to navigate LinkedIn to your benefit Do you really need to upgrade your account How to reach out when someone views your profile The best way to attract connections and followers The difference between posting and article writing Who sees your contributions...
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Bobby Vee: AKA Robert Thomas Velline - Exclusive!
The Sonny Melendrez Show
Listen as Sonny reaches into his radio archives to share one of his most treasured interviews with an American music icon: Bobby Vee. Their visit took place on Sonny's show at KMPC Radio in Los Angeles in 1974. Bobby shares his journey of being catapulted into the world of popular music and then looking back, a decade later, as he set out to reinvent himself. He was born Robert Velline in Fargo, ND, and, although he started playing music when he was just a young teenager, it was country music, not rock. However, he, his brother and some friends eventually formed a rock band, "The Shadows",...
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Christmas Special: Cher, Don Rickles, Ed McMahon, Melissa Gilbert
The Sonny Melendrez Show
In the early 1980’s my radio home was KMPC Radio in Los Angeles and it was my honor to lend my talents to the efforts of the Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services. It was at one of the annual Christmas parties for foster children that I had the pleasure of interviewing some of the stars who had come out for the event. In this episode, you'll hear my conversation with these very special celebrities, beginning with a very young, Melissa Gilbert. Next up, one of the most familiar voices in the history of television, Ed McMahon It’s been said that being affectionately...
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Ernest Jones: A Chance To Dream Again
The Sonny Melendrez Show
For 18 Thanksgiving seasons, it has been my honor to serve as an MC for a compassionate and joyful event, sponsored by the generosity Lana Duke and Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse in San Antonio. Each year, up to 100 children from the Roy Maas Youth Alternatives, a facility that provides comprehensive residential care and counseling services for children who have suffered from physical or emotional trauma, are treated to an unforgettable Thanksgiving meal. The theme for this year’s event was, “Onward and upward!” You see, at Roy Maas Youth Alternatives, children are taught to dream...
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Daniel Gomez: The Makings of a Millionaire Mind
The Sonny Melendrez Show
Daniel Gomez is an award-winning motivational keynote speaker, business coach, corporate trainer, and executive coach. He has over 20 years of experience in leadership development. He speaks at events around the world. Gomez is also the author of the international best-selling book You Were Born to Fly. The book is designed to inspire people to be the leaders of their own destiny. Gomez is a John Maxwell Certified Speaker. He has experience in: Leadership development, Sales training, Coaching, Team building. In this episode, you'll learn about the thinking necessary to have "The...
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Susannah & Stephanie Scheller: Fly -- An Entrepreneur's Journey
The Sonny Melendrez Show
To say that Stephanie and Susannah Scheller are extrodinary entrepreneurs is an understatement! Stephanie is CEO and founder of Grow Disrupt, a company that produces next-level personal growth events that support small business growth. One of those events is the annual Grow Retreat, featuring world-class presenters. Susannah is the technology director on the team working closely with Stephanie to execute marketing strategies and engagement across all platforms. For the annual retreat, Stephanie and Susannah have combined their musical talents to write, perform and produce a brilliant...
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Andrew Gonzales: American Sons Film
The Sonny Melendrez Show
Filmmaker - director, Andrew Gonzales shares his inspiring story with Sonny, telling what it took to become an award-winning filmmaking professional. Andrew also talks about his exciting new project, "American Sons," slated to air on PBS in 2024. About Producer / Director – Andrew Gonzales Andrew Gonzales is a documentary filmmaker, director and commercial cinematographer. Andrew’s lens is usually focused on stories of underdogs on their journey to fight for their survival. This theme is strong in his recent projects: Standing Rock: A New Nation, a vignette about The Dakota Access...
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Paula Schechter: The Snot Monster
The Sonny Melendrez Show
'S not every day that you get to dig deep into a little or never talked about subject: boogers. Children's author, Paula Schechter, has come up with a fun way to teach your little ones good nose manners by creating The Snot Monster! Don't be surprised, if after listening to this episode, you might discover your own Snot Monster. And, in case you don't know how to make a tissue dance, ask your 5-year-old! Show Notes:
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Celebrated film critic, comedian and speaker, Larry Ratliff dishes out how he overcame extreme shyness to launch and enjoy a successful career in the world of entertainment.
Listen as we talk movies, life and the inside scoop on some of the biggest names in entertainment: Larry reveals the nicest and most difficult celebrities he has ever interviewed!
Official Website: http://LarryRatliff.com