Let Me Ask You Something

This week I speak with Jeffrey Deskovic, who had his conviction for murder overturned after serving 16 years because he didn’t do it. The person who did commit the murder, And was in prison for another murder he committed.  The innocence Project help to free Jeffrey and we talk about that, as well as what he’s doing now.  Learn more about Jeffrey Deskovic  The Deskovic Foundation: https://www.deskovicfoundation.org/  The Amazon Prime documentary, “Conviction”: https://www.amazon.com/Conviction-Jeffrey-Deskovic/dp/B08F9CN2XG/ref=nodl_

This week I talk with author DC Spaar about her journey as a breast cancer survivor and an author of the children's book series, the Logan Scott Files. Breast Cancer information Statistics: https://www.breastcancer.org/symptoms/understand_bc/statistics   Information: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/breast-cancer/care-at-mayo-clinic/mac-20352479 Learn more about DC Spaar Logan Scott Files at Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/~/e/B08KXH1YQH  DC Spaar's new book project Kickstarter campaign: https://dcspaarbooks.com/kickstarter-campaign-1?fbclid=IwAR11g4J5EG3SyBDjyY1e9THr4Cbd8Oh42oeCXqpxZvIaT-m6tRedeovcRYI  DC Spaar on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DCSpaar  DC Spaar on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCirqphBd8bxtA-fRee3ZOzQ  DC Spaar on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d.c.spaar/ 

This week I talk with DC Glenn, aka DC the Brain Supreme, about his hit Tag Team song “Whoomp! There it is” and his career since then … including his GEICO commercial. Let DC Glenn known your thoughts about this episode. Visit DC Glenn's Google Review: https://g.page/r/CeEtxWPFqh61EAg/review  Here are all the ways to learn even more about DC Glenn:  Tag Team website: https://www.tagteambackagain.com/   IMDB: http://imdb.me/Cecil-DC-Glenn/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dcglenn/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcglennatl   Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcglennatl   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMir7aSp7TZTbDNKuI3PnIQ   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcglennatl 

In this week's episode, I speak with Emily Gallagher, who 14 years ago lost her first child due to complications of premature birth. We talk about the March of Dimes, and the lasting legacy of her little boy. Support and learn  Support Team Ethan: https://www.marchforbabies.org/Fundraising/Personal?personId=670928&participantId=8968397&user=teamethanemily&source=teamwalkwithme&mkto=Bashas-recruitment-2021-02-19  Preterm birth facts and data: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/preterm-birth 

This week I speak with Simon Rumney, someone who was called “lazy and stupid“ — his words not mine — because he was not diagnosed with a learning disability. He was diagnosed later in life with dyslexia. He was able to adapt and tackle his dyslexia. He has run hey successful business and has written three books.  Learn more about Simon Rumney Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dyslexicsunanimous  His books: https://www.amazon.com/Simon-Rumney/e/B00G4Z5JJM?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1631830481&sr=8-2  Twitter: https://twitter.com/simon_rumney

In this week, I speak with Doug Noll who’s overcome a lot in his life to become a successful author and motivational speaker. He stared out born nearly deaf, nearly blind, and handicapped with two club feet. He’s now a lawyer-turned-peacemaker, and did not let his disabilities hold him back. Doug’s special offer for LMAYS listeners: https://dougnoll.co/letmeaskyousomething Learn more about Doug Website: https://dougnoll.com/ Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Douglas-Noll/e/B001K7UPXO%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share American Arbitration Association: https://www.aaaeducation.org/faculty-staff/faculty/douglas-e-noll/

This week I talk with Gayle Petrillo about her experience as a burn survivor and her book about the accident that changed her life. ***So how many times did I mispronounce Gayle Petrillo’s last name. Too many ugh!***  Learn more about Gayle Petrillo:  First Impressions Image Consulting: https://www.firstimpressions1.com/about-us "The Accident": https://booklocker.com/books/11593.html Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors interview: https://phoenix-society.org/news/meet-gayle-petrillo

This week I speak with Christina Ray Stanton, a survivor of 9/11, who lives just 6 blocks away from the World Trade Center towers. She wrote about that’s experience from a resident’s point of view. Learn more: Website: https://christinaraystanton.com Out of the Shadow of 9/11: https://www.amazon.com/Out-Shadow-11-Inspiring-Transformation/dp/1733745203/

In this week's episode of the Let Me Ask You Something podcast, I talked to Nicky Scorpio. He is what I like to refer to as a laundry list renaissance man: he’s an actor, director, musician, artist, writer, etc.  He’s also the other half of the award-winning Sophisticated Psychos duo with Katie Chonacas. This week we talk about mental health and how Nicky has handled his issues with mental health over the years.  **NOTE: If you are struggling with mental health issues, always seek the advice of a professional**   More on Nicky Scorpio Website: https://yonickyscorpio.com  Scorpio Rising Podcast: https://yonickyscorpio.com/podcast/  Sophisticated Psychos YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCdGof4G_siXSHCwW3DPzNqg  Sophisticated Psychos IG: https://www.instagram.com/thesophisticatedpsychos/?hl=en  LMAYS episode with Katie Chonacas: https://anchor.fm/mdpitman/episodes/Let-Me-Ask-You-Something--Katie-Chonacas-e1392g4

This week I speak with Dr. Michelle May, a former family physician and a recovered yo-yo dieter. She's also a founder of Am I Hungry? Mindful Eating Programs and Training (www.AmIHungry.com), and author of the Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat book series that teaches mindful eating to help people resolve mindless and emotional eating ... and senseless yo-yo dieting to living the vibrant life they crave. Learn more:  Free Mindful Eating Resources: https://amihungry.com/mindful-eating-resources  Dr. May's Mindful Eating book series: https://www.amazon.com/Michelle-May-MD/e/B001K8U272

In this week's Let Me Ask You Something podcast, I speak with Robert T. Gardner, Jr. about his books, what is Relationship Readiness, and how his personal life influenced what he does today. Learn more about Robert T. Gardner Jr.: Relationship Readiness: https://www.relationshipreadiness.org/ Book "Access Denied!": https://www.amazon.com/Access-Denied-Robert-Gardner-Jr/dp/1478764805  Book "The Choice We Make": https://www.amazon.com/Choices-Make-Robert-Gardner-Jr-ebook/dp/B0793T6ZQD

In this week's episode, I talk with Gina Heumann who when she adopted her second son learned about Reactive Attachment Disorder. This experience led her to write a book, speak about it at a TEDx event, and start the Trauma Drama University to help parents with strategies for reactive children. Here's all the information you know about Gina and her experience: Trauma Drama University: https://www.traumadramauniversity.com/ Gina's TEDx talk, "Childhood Trauma Affects Us All": https://www.ted.com/talks/gina_heumann_childhood_trauma_affects_us_all Gina's audiobook, "Love Never Quits" on Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/Love-Never-Quits-Infertility-Attachment/dp/B081QX3367/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=love+never+quits+gina+heumann&qid=1627267322&sr=8-1 Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/reactive-attachment-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20352939

In this week's episode, I speak with serial entrepreneur Sam Akhmedov. His story is fascinating, coming to the country at 16 and seven year's later he's on the verge of selling another company. This is a good one, folks. Learn more about Sam (given name Sardor): Sardor Akhmedov’s Forbes Councils profile: https://profiles.forbes.com/members/business/profile/Sardor-Akhmedov-COO-Managing-Partner-Jafton-com/7896cf8d-e2af-4ae6-88f1-980e416cc48f Sam Akhmedov’s LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/akhmedov.co Jafton.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaftoncom/ Pushing Boundaries with 23-year old tech entrepreneur Sam Akhmedov: https://app.podcastguru.io/podcast/the-leadership-evolved-podcast-1539848778/episode/pushing-boundaries-with-23-year-old-tech-entrepreneur-sam-akhmedov-dfce773939515916c536f27d77bf46a2 Sam Akhmedov’s Facebook post about leaving social media: https://www.facebook.com/sardor333/posts/4106989026051979

In this week's episode, I talk with Jeff Le, who is an ultramarathoner, trainer of first-time and new politicians, and an outspoken advocate of anti-Asian hate.  Learn more about Jeff here:  A World of Difference https://www.runnersworld.com/runners-stories/a20802909/jeff-les-weight-loss-story/ (Here is the PDF of this article: https://www.dcroadrunners.org/images/stories/runner_spotlight/runners_world_2010-06_Jeff_le.pdf)  Jeff's April 2021 Politico article: https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2021/04/03/asian-american-aapi-political-power-covid-19-478845  Quotation of the Day: Back to Normal? Not for Many Asian Americans: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/08/todayspaper/quotation-of-the-day-back-to-normal-not-for-many-asian-americans.html  Here's what Jeff does at Rhino: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210428005150/en/Jeff-Le-Joins-Rhino-as-VP-of-Public-Policy-and-External-Affairs  Twitter: https://twitter.com/JeffreyDLe

This week is my interview with Terry Tucker. He has had to reinvent himself a number of times over the years. Now he’s fighting a terminal cancer diagnosis but that’s not stopping him from living life … and inspiring people along the way.  Learn more about Terry Tucker: Terry Tucker’s book, "Sustainable Excellence": https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1951129512/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=thelivingbe0c-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1951129512&linkId=cca851efc671a73cefe5a76436d96cfb  Terry’s website, Motivational Check: https://www.motivationalcheck.com/  The speech that inspires Terry ... Jimmy V 1993 Espy speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuoVM9nm42E&ab_channel=TheVFoundationforCancerResearch  More about Terry's cancer: Acral Lentiginous Melanoma: https://www.healthline.com/health/acral-lentiginous-melanoma  Worth a listen ... The Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast, Episode 330 featuring Terry Tucker: https://www.cjevolution.com/terry-tucker/

This week I chat with Kyriaki, aka Katie Chonacas. She is a true modern Renaissance woman.  We talk about many of her talents and passions, including her podcast, She's All Over the Place and her YouTube comedy series "Couples Therapy."  Here's where to find Katie Chonacas, also known as Kyriaki: Katie Chonacas Website: https://www.chonacas.com/  Here is Katie's book of poetry, A Lover's Fairytale: https://www.amazon.com/LOVERS-FAIRYTALE-WRITTEN-KYRIAKI-CHONACAS/dp/B08XL9QLBN/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=katie+chonacas&qid=1624404935&sr=8-1  She's All Over the Place podcast: https://www.chonacas.com/podcast/ The Sophisticated Psychos Experience: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdGof4G_siXSHCwW3DPzNqg Couples Therapy Season 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Su-dWo281x4&list=PLQSdVfHrFOMZAY4JfdziAp5_5CsfjeDLP&ab_channel=TheSophisticatedPsychosExperienceTheSophisticatedPsychosExperience Couples Therapy Season 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Mp1O6IhfgQ&list=PLQSdVfHrFOMZW1k1YQB83xXrrtecOvNxs&ab_channel=TheSophisticatedPsychosExperienceTheSophisticatedPsychosExperience  Katie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chonacas/  Katie's Twitter: https://twitter.com/katiechonacas CSI: NY season 1, episode 14: Blood, Sweat and Tears: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0534860/

Danny Coleman talks with me this week about his riches to rags story, and how he's on the upward trajectory of his bell curve of a life. We talk about a near bankruptcy after his divorce, a career-ending back injury, and how Led Zeppelin IV changed his life.   Here's how to find Danny:   Danny's Rock On Radio website: https://dannycolemansrockonradio.com/  COA Radio from 7 to 9 p.m. on Sundays: https://www.coaradio.com/rock-on-radio/  Listen to him at 7 p.m. on Monday evenings: https://www.wwfm.org/whats-pocket#stream/0  Danny's WWFM bio: https://www.wwfm.org/people/danny-coleman  Danny Coleman's Rock On Podcast: https://anchor.fm/Rockonpodcast

In this week's episode, I talk with My Pal Val! Valory has recaptured her life twice! Once from domestic violence. She escaped that situation, but she battled her weight in the years after she left. She lost 110 pounds, which she said losing the weight saved her life.  Here are two domestic violence resources:  The National Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/  Women Helping Women: https://www.womenhelpingwomen.org/  We also talk about the weight loss journey of one person. First, be proud of who you are, and the body you have. But if are looking for help losing weight, consult your doctor or a dietician. Not all weight loss programs are for all people.  Learn more about My Pal Val here: https://valoreysalter.com/about/

In this episode, I speak with Samantha and Kayla Stewart. They are a married couple who live in southwest Ohio, and for a little while, they were living the #VanLife. In the second part of this interview, I talk with Samantha about her rare brain aneurysm and the children's book she wrote as a result. They want to donate 40,000 copies of Samantha's book to children's hospitals and foster agencies but need your help. GoFundMe Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/MakingSunshine Amazon: Will post when the book is launched  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaylaAndSamantha TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ilivetodowhatilove Check out my interview with Kari Shafer, who had a brain aneurysm burst during surgery: https://anchor.fm/mdpitman/episodes/Let-Me-Ask-You-Something--Kari-Shafer-etr6sa

Bullseye the Clown, aka Bryan Lee, has more than a quarter-century of experience teaching people of all ages about how to navigate and deal with bullies. All in big floppy shoes, makeup, and a red nose.  Bullseye will detail many of his anti-bullying strategies and tactics in an upcoming book: Bullseye On Bullying: Survival Tips To Beating The Bullies. You can also catch him on his weekly Youtube show, Bullseye On Bullying. (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdf6tsBbAWJSGKi2HQdDOrA/featured) Other places you can find Bullseye the Clown: www.bullseyetheclown.com (http://www.bullseyetheclown.com/) www.facebook.com/bullseyetheclownonbullying (https://www.facebook.com/bullseyetheclownonbullying/) www.instagram.com/bullseye_clown (https://www.instagram.com/bullseye_clown/)