The Neil Haley Show – 10/22/25: Featuring Dave Foley, Christopher Meloni, Gili Gould & Adam Mendelsohn

🧩 Segment 1 – Comedy and Connection with Dave Foley (Dr. Ken, The Kids in the Hall)

Neil opens with legendary comedian Dave Foley, who reflects on his career from The Kids in the Hall to ABC’s Dr. Ken. Foley shares the joy of playing Pat Hein, the socially awkward administrator who “never knows when to shut up,” and praises Ken Jeong as a “powerhouse performer and sweetest guy you could ever work with.” He teases the upcoming Valentine’s Day episode featuring guest stars Joel McHale and Danny Pudi, and confirms rumors that the Kids in the Hall crew is developing a new project — possibly a limited TV series or film reunion.

⚖️ Segment 2 – History and Humanity with Christopher Meloni (Law & Order: SVU, Underground)

Next, Neil welcomes Christopher Meloni, who discusses his role as August Pullman in WGN America’s Underground. A history major himself, Meloni explains how the series portrays the complex moral landscape of slavery by examining the perspectives of abolitionists, plantation owners, enslaved people, and overseers. He describes his character as “a man in conflict,” torn between his conscience and economic survival. Meloni notes how the show invites conversations about race and morality that are still relevant today, warning that “the issue of race in America is far from over.” He draws parallels between pre–Civil War divisions and modern political polarization, calling for empathy and historical awareness.

🎬 Segment 3 – Faith, Philosophy & Curiosity with Gili Gould (Dot Conner: Web Detective)

Neil then speaks with actress Gili Gould, star of Dot Conner: Web Detective, a faith-based mystery film arriving in theaters September 19th. Gould shares how she has grown alongside her character Dot, a curious teen who solves life’s mysteries through both faith and logic. Now a college freshman majoring in philosophy, Gould talks about maintaining her Christian beliefs in a secular academic environment, explaining, “My faith is sufficient enough for me to believe in God.” She hopes to inspire young viewers to see faith as a journey of curiosity and joy rather than restriction, emphasizing that Christian media can be both thoughtful and fun.

💼 Segment 4 – Cutting Through Healthcare Inflation with Tom Quigley (ClaimLinx)

In this week’s Cutting Edge Benefits simulcast, Neil and Tom Quigley tackle the mounting challenge of healthcare inflation heading into 2026. Quigley asserts that “greedy administrators and stock-driven insurers” are driving costs up while small businesses suffer. He criticizes the status quo of HR-driven benefit decisions and argues that healthcare must be viewed as a corporate profitability issue. His company’s ClaimLinx Simple Option Solution uses tax laws and benefit optimization to help firms cut premiums without reducing employee coverage. His takeaway: “Change how you buy insurance, or it will bankrupt you.”

🏓 Segment 5 – Pickleball Goes Global with Adam Mendelsohn (Pickle Pals App)

Neil closes with tech entrepreneur Adam Mendelsohn, the 18-year-old CEO and founder of Pickle Pals, a fast-growing app connecting pickleball players worldwide. Mendelsohn explains how the platform lets users find partners, courts, and events in real time, with Phase Two introducing map integration and in-app tournament tools. He announces a major partnership with the DUPR rating system, enhancing competitive match-tracking. With over 1,000 downloads and a presence in the U.S., Canada, and Israel, Adam aims to build “the largest pickleball community in the world” while proving that young leadership can unite people through sports and technology.