

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.
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What happens when life forces you to start over? In this heartfelt conversation, Lee Ann Walling shares the inspiration behind her debut novel, The Salt and Light Express, a story about grief, healing, friendship, faith, and finding hope after devastating loss.Lee Ann opens up about reinventing…
Linda Aluoch shares her remarkable journey from growing up in poverty in Kenya to founding HopeWorks Global, an organization dedicated to preventing human trafficking and empowering vulnerable communities. Through personal tragedy, resilience, and faith, she transformed heartbreak into a mission th…
What happens when a lifelong dream refuses to fade away? In this episode, Rich talks with author and retired business executive Sam Polakoff about finally pursuing his passion for storytelling after decades spent leading a successful supply chain company.From recurring dreams that inspired his …
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Jessie Fahay joins Conversations with Rich Bennett to discuss how theater can become more than entertainment and instead serve as a catalyst for meaningful conversations and social change. As the founder of Ripple Effect Artists, Jessie shares how productions focused on mental health, racism, human…
Financial stress impacts nearly every part of life, but most people were never taught how to properly manage money, retirement, or investing. In this episode, Paul Applegate shares his journey from law enforcement to becoming a financial advisor with Edward Jones and explains why helping everyday p…
We had the profound privilege of speaking with Linda Aluoch about her incredible journey and the transformative work of HopeWorks Global. This organization is at the forefront of combating human trafficking through a powerful, multi-pronged approach…
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Let's dive into a topic that truly embodies resilience, passion, and the enduring power of the human spirit: starting new ventures later in life. We explore the practicalities and triumphs of launching businesses after 60 and 70, highlighting the un…