The Threat of AI to Creatives with Aaron Ryan
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#122 with Aaron Ryan – The Threat of AI to Creatives On this episode I’m speaking with Aaron Ryan. Aaron discussed his prolific output of 46 books across various genres, including his best-selling Dissonance – The Alien Invasion Saga and his recent pivot back to full-time authoring. We also talked about Aaron's approach to self-publishing, his current movie adaptation project with Dissonance, and his marketing strategies including vendor markets and unique promotional tactics. The conversation also covered Aaron's musical background, his family life including his two sons and...
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With Bilal Ahmed - Should you do your own research?
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#121 with Bilal Ahmed - Should you do your own research? This episode I’m speaking with Dr. Ahmed Bilal Ahmed, an interventional structural cardiologist and co-founder of Lylah Health, a microbiome therapeutics company. We discussed the evolution of microbiome research, AI's role in medicine, and the challenges of the supplement industry. Dr. Ahmed shared insights about heart disease in younger populations, the limitations of current medical research funding, and the importance of proper medical regulation. The conversation also covered personal experiences with smoking cessation,...
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With Jake Messier, @theguywithstage4breastcancer
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#120 with Jake Messier, @theguywithstage4breastcancer We talked about men with breast cancer, having a presence on social media, getting the message out about men with cancer and why they are misdiagnosed more often and a lot more! Jake Messier, @theguywithstage4breastcancer, is a pioneering speaker and advocate, shattering stigmas around male breast cancer. With the largest social media platforms dedicated to the subject, he inspires men and women alike to confront breast health challenges, advocate for early detection, and build a community of support and awareness for survivors. ...
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#119 with Ralph Velasco Photography around the globe.
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#119 with Ralph Velasco Photography around the globe. Great conversation with Ralph talking travel photography, most visited countries, why it’s good to put the camera down and enjoy the view sometimes and much more. More info and all the links right here: Since 2008 (17+ years) Ralph Velasco has been a full-time travel photographer and international tour organizer, having created and led over 130 five star-rated international tours in well over 30 countries on 7 continents (plus over 100 domestic tours in the U.S.) When not traveling, Ralph is currently based in Chicago. However,...
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#118 Chai (High) on Life with Lorie Kleiner Eckert
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My guest today is an expert in personal reinvention. Lorie Kleiner Eckert is a dynamic author, fiber artist, and motivational speaker who has inspired over 22,000 people. In her latest book, CHAI ON LIFE, she shares heartfelt and humorous essays on navigating life's biggest transitions, from an empty nest to personal loss. Described as the 'magical love child of Nora Ephron,' Lorie is here to share her practical, vulnerable, and uplifting wisdom on finding resilience, embracing authenticity, and transforming your life at any age. Check out the website and buy the book:...
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Empowering Narratives: Insights from Kay A. Oliver
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Episode #117 Empowering Narratives: Insights from Kay A. Oliver Storytelling, working in Hollywood, leaving Hollywood to go her own way, and championing women's resilience are just a few of the things we talked about on this episode. Kay A. Oliver, is a dynamic storyteller holding degrees in Radio/TV/Film from California State University, Fullerton, and an MBA in Business. With over 3 decades in entertainment, spanning studios and TV stations, she produced, wrote, and directed films. Defying gender biases and the notion that female-centric stories lack marketability in Hollywood, Oliver...
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#116 With Edward Miskie - Cancer, Musical Theatre & other Chronic Illnesses
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Episode #116 With Edward Miskie - Cancer, Musical Theatre & other Chronic Illnesses My conversation with Edward felt honest, heartwarming, fun, sad, and everything in between as we talked about theartre, cancer, social media, favorite musicals, how annoyingly good young actors of today can be and much more. Copied from website: A musical theatre fever dream fueled by chemo, alcohol, sex, & heartbreak. Told from the honest, raw & oftentimes hilarious view of Edward, as he navigates his way through the painful realities of being a full-time cancer patient - indecencies,...
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#115 – With George Siegal – Built to Last Buyer Beware
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Episode #115 – With George Siegal – Built to Last Buyer Beware This engaging and important conversation on buying, renting, building or updating your home is filled with real world information you need to know. Not just about what to ask your insurance agent, but about things you can do to prepare for the unexpected. Here is the giveaway for this episode: More about my guest: George Siegal (Writer-Director-Producer) began his career in front of the camera as a weathercaster, newscaster, sportscaster, and feature reporter. He worked in major markets around the U.S. including Los...
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#114 – With Bob Alper – They Really Let You Do That?
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Episode #114 – With Rabbi Bob Alper – They Really Let You Do That? Fun conversation with Bob Alper, world’s only practicing rabbi/stand-up comic (really). We talked about his start in comedy, the Jewish comedy of the year contest, totally clean comedy and much more. From Bob: Key Message / Core Story: Maya Angelou wrote that people forget what you say, and they forget what you do, but they never forget how you make them feel. My calling – and my rabbinate – is trying to make people feel good, whether through my formal performances, often before hundreds, or when I encounter...
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#113 Jill Chalsty: Packets of Hope & Life Skills That Change Lives
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Episode #113 – Jill Chalsty: Packets of Hope & Life Skills That Change Lives In this episode, I sit down with Jill Chalsty — author, educator, filmmaker, and founder focused on bringing life-skills education to students around the world. Jill shares the heart behind her memoir, Packets of Hope: A Journey of Healing and Rediscovery, and how a global journey became something much bigger than travel — it became a mission. We talk about resilience, healing through service, and why teaching practical life skills can shape not just individuals, but entire communities. Jill’s story is...
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On this episode I’m speaking with Aaron Ryan. Aaron discussed his prolific output of 46 books across various genres, including his best-selling Dissonance – The Alien Invasion Saga and his recent pivot back to full-time authoring. We also talked about Aaron's approach to self-publishing, his current movie adaptation project with Dissonance, and his marketing strategies including vendor markets and unique promotional tactics. The conversation also covered Aaron's musical background, his family life including his two sons and pet finches, and his writing process including his unusual approach of designing book covers before writing the stories.
Aaron talked about his transition from voiceover work to authoring books, explaining that he pivoted back to authoring in 2023 which resulted in increased creativity. He noted that the voiceover industry has become more conversational and authentic, especially with the rise of AI, and shared his experience writing around 14-15 books in recent years. He shared his frustration with the current music industry, particularly regarding streaming revenue, and talked of his nostalgia for physical media formats like CDs and cassettes.
See more about Aaron: https://www.facebook.com/groups/authoraaronryan
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