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Welcome to The Chief Psycho Podcast with Jonathan Bonanno a.k.a. Chief Psycho, where we dive into the human element of entrepreneurship. Each episode brings you closer to the extraordinary individuals who drive innovation in the industry, sharing their personal journeys, triumphs, and the real challenges they overcome.
Join us as we explore the heart of healthcare through candid conversations that reveal the human experiences fueling groundbreaking change. From inspiring breakthroughs to everyday struggles, we uncover what truly makes an impact - one brilliant mind to another.
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What does it take to be a true thought leader in the dental industry? This week on The Chief Psycho Podcast, we sit down with Melissa K. Turner—a visionary executive, consultant, speaker, and industry disruptor who has reshaped the landscape of dentistry through innovation, advocacy, and influence. As the industry's first Chief Hygiene Officer and a driving force behind brands from startups to billion-dollar companies, Melissa has mastered the art of leading with influence. She co-founded The...
The landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is evolving rapidly, leaving many leaders questioning how to navigate these shifts while maintaining inclusive and high-performing workplaces. As policies and administrative frameworks change, businesses must stay agile to ensure they are fostering cultures that are both compliant and genuinely impactful. In this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast, Shawn Peers brings his expertise to the table to break down the recent changes to DEI pol...
In this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast, we sit down with Jon Nierman, President of Nierman Practice Management, to dive into the powerful intersection of legacy, family, and innovation. Jon has been a driving force in the dental industry, particularly in the realms of dental sleep medicine and TMD, revolutionizing medical billing processes with cutting-edge software solutions. As a leader, Jon has successfully balanced continuing education with innovation, hosting hundreds of highly-rate...
What if confidence wasn’t something you were born with—but something you could build? This week on The Chief Psycho Podcast, we’re joined by Fred Joyal, entrepreneur, speaker, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Superbold: From Under-Confident to Charismatic in 90 Days. Fred is best known for co-founding 1-800-DENTIST, the most successful dental referral service in the country, and for his game-changing books on marketing and personal development. In this episode, we dive deep into ...
What truly drives you? In this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast, we’re joined by Naiara Wireman, a dynamic entrepreneur and strategist with a passion for helping businesses and individuals uncover their "why." With experience across dentistry, hospitality, and med spas, Naiara has mastered the art of blending data-driven strategy with the power of human connection to build impactful, purpose-driven brands. We dive deep into how aligning your business with your core purpose can transform th...
In this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast, I sit down with my dear friend and powerhouse leader, Sheena Hinson, RDH, to explore what it truly means to increase your capacity—professionally, personally, and beyond. Sheena is more than a seasoned dental hygienist; she’s a mentor, speaker, and growth advocate who challenges professionals to break past their traditional limits. With a passion for leadership development, personal transformation, and expanding potential, Sheena has helped countle...
What if the key to better performance, stronger relationships, and more energy was as simple as optimizing your sleep? In this episode, Dr. Dar Radfar shares his personal journey from a life-changing car accident to pioneering The RAD Method—a holistic approach to improving sleep, reducing stress, and living a more connected life. Dr. Radfar, a leading expert in dentistry, sleep science, and overall well-being, dives into: 🛌 The surprising link between sleep and success ⚡ How energy optimizat...
What does it mean to truly align your actions with your purpose? 💡 This Valentine’s Day, we’re bringing you a conversation all about alignment—not just in love, but in the way we show up in our careers, businesses, and daily lives. Dr. Camden Brown, an orthodontist turned coach and writer, joins us to explore how embodiment practices, nervous system regulation, and mindset work can help us break through blocks and create a more playful, connected, and impactful life. Whether you're a professi...
This week on The Chief Psycho Podcast, we’re joined by none other than Dr. Alan Stern, a dentist, coach, and speaker who has dedicated his career to helping fellow dental professionals rediscover their passion, harness the power of words, and build thriving teams. 🔥 Feeling burned out? Struggling to keep your team engaged? Wondering how to fall back in love with your work? This episode is for you. In This Episode, We Cover: 💡 How to rekindle your love for dentistry and leadership 🗣️ The power...
We’re back! Season 3 of The Chief Psycho Podcast kicks off with none other than Michael Bonanno, diving into the power of Positive Pivots—how to navigate change, embrace uncertainty, and turn challenges into growth opportunities. Meet Michael Bonanno! Michael is a seasoned dental executive, entrepreneur, and business strategist with years of experience leading teams and scaling businesses. He has played an instrumental role in multiple dental start-ups, consulting firms, and operational leade...
We’re closing out an incredible season of the podcast with a can’t-miss episode: “Alchemy in Action” featuring the one and only @gregessenmacher! 🎙️ Greg Essenmacher is a leading expert in Fixed Full Arch dentistry, helping transform implant practices into Full Arch powerhouses. As the founder of GnA Consult, Greg has been focused for over a decade on the Fixed Full Arch market, using tailored solutions and cross-functional collaboration; he maximizes clients’ potential with his expert...
Introducing... Katherine Eitel Belt, CSP, Dentistry’s Unscripted Communications Coach! 🥳 Founder and CEO of LionSpeak, Katherine is an international speaker, author, and performance coach, best known for helping professionals develop courageous, unscripted conversations with patients, clients, co-workers, and audiences. Whether communicating from a treatment room, consult room, boardroom, or stage, audiences love her simple yet powerful formulas for delivering messages with clari...
Meet this week's guest star... Sean Hamel! 🥳 Sean Hamel is a seasoned dental marketing professional and Founder & CEO at Art of Dental Marketing. Art of Dental Marketing (ADM) is dentistry's premier story-based marketing agency. Sean and his team specialize in crafting captivating narratives that help dental practices attract, engage, and retain patients. His team of skilled storytellers and marketers collaborates closely with each practice to uncover their unique stories and crea...
Meet this week's guest star... Dr. Martin Mendelson! 🥳 Dr. Martin Mendelson is a former member of the Resident Faculty with Spear Education, and the Founder of Metamorphosis Coaching…..a speaking and consulting firm. After becoming medically disabled from clinical practice, Dr. Mendelson has had many ups and downs in his life. Today, he is a highly sought-after and currently works with private practice teams, DSOs, Study Clubs, and large association meetings. With multiple advanced c...
Meet this week’s guest, Laura Maly! 🎙️ Behind the start-up culture, ping-pong table and beer fridge, you’ll find culture-maker and entrepreneur Laura Maly, the Co-Founder of Wonderist Agency. For the last 11 years, she’s been helping dentists generate new patients through marketing and growing Wonderist into one of the largest privately-owned dental marketing agencies with her husband and business partner, Michael Anderson. With a team of 57 in sunny San Diego, culture is at the...
Meet this weeks guest... 🥁 ...Laura Nelson!! 🥳 Laura is an esteemed entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of Front Office Rocks, an innovative online training platform that has elevated dental front office staff training to new heights. Her dedication to empowering dental teams has made her a transformative leader in the industry, ensuring practices deliver exceptional patient care and efficient management. Beyond her work in education, Laura is also committed to fostering inclusivity and wel...
Meet this weeks guest... 🥁 ...Brittany Rogars, CEO and Founder of SKF Practice Solutions! 🎙️ Brittany’s mission is to empower dental practices to not only survive but thrive, and she’s bringing her wealth of knowledge and passion to the show. As a keynote speaker, author of Dental Revenue Cycle Blueprint, DSN/FOA coach, and host of the The Dental Decoders podcast, Brittany’s leadership is transforming the dental industry. 🦷 Her journey is one of resilience and triumph—from overcoming ...
🕺🏼 Meet this week’s returning guest… …Kara Kelley! 🎤 Kara is back with us to share more of her expertise in HR for dental practices. As the founder and CEO of @clinicalhrllc, she works with Dental Practice Leaders to create strategic HR systems that strengthen teams and drive practice success. From leadership development to building compliant HR structures, Kara has a wealth of knowledge to offer. 🚨 Tune in to hear her fresh insights on this week’s episode, “Humans First, Resources Second,...
Introducing… 🥁 …Kyle L. Summerford! 🥳 With more than 22 years of experience in dental, Kyle has a unique approach to case presentation and patient acceptance. As an OM and financial dental consultant, he leverages his knowledge to assist new and struggling dental practices. Through his education programs, Kyle empowers staff members with effective patient education skills and persuasion techniques. He has lectured at CE events and academic institutions. His expertise is further recognized t...
Introducing… 🥁 …The Stewart’s! 🥳 It’s an extra special episode this week as I sit down with my dear friends and family, Katrina and Dale! This dynamic duo is changing the game in both the dental and business worlds — get a glimpse of their day-to-day below: 👩🏻🦰 Katrina Sanders-Stewart: A clinical dental hygienist, author, and international speaker, Katrina is passionate about elevating the dental profession by creating an undeniable movement that educates, encourages, and empowers the pro...
Introducing… 🥁 …Brenda McNulty! 🥳 Brenda McNulty has 30+ years of dental experience starting as a dental assistant and working through multiple positions in the dental space. She is the owner of DSO Facts, a fractional training officer company based out of Colorado that focuses on training, implementation, processes, and accountability. Brenda’s expertise is to build relationships with your patients and teams using a TRANSFORMATION, not transactional, approach. She creates incre...
In this exciting kickoff to Season 2, join our host JB, aka Chief Psycho, as he shares what he’s been up to since the last season. This episode is packed with insights and updates that you won’t want to miss! What Have I Been Up To Since Season 1:Speaking: Dive into the highlights of JB’s speaking engagements, including some of the most impactful events and memorable moments.Traveling: Discover the adventures and experiences from JB’s travels across the globe, and how these journeys have infl...
Are you taking HR advice from Facebook groups? Could your team benefit from added HR compliance to better support your organization and team? Meet this week's guest star, Kara Kelley! 🎤 Kara works with Dental Practice Leaders to develop strategic HR systems that engage their team and strengthen their practice. She is the founder and CEO of Clinical HR LLC, a Human Resources advisory firm for dental and medical practices. Kara focuses on cultivating leadership skills, managing employee rela...
How are you staying up to date with the latest trends in technology? Are you afraid with the advancements of AI and technology that, your job could be replaced? Meet this week's guest star, Aimann Rasheed! 🤖 Aimann Rasheed is a Senior Manager within EisnerAmper Digital. With 15 years of experience in digital transformation consulting, Aimann specializes in a wide range of cutting-edge technologies, including AI, automation, UX, product development, SaaS, and blockchain. He primarily works ...
When was the last time you audited your systems or procedures in your business? Do you need assistance in creating a more efficient approach to facilitating projects or tasks? Meet this week’s guest star, Glenda Acevedo! 🙌🏼 Documentologist Glenda Acevedo guides professionals in transforming company culture through her speaking and consulting programs. She is a regular presence on podcasts and contributes to prominent industry publications. 🦷 Certified in systems management, Glenda helps b...
Have you ever had a risk assessment completed in your business? Are you educating yourself on how to prevent a data breach? Meet this week's guest star, Amy Wood! 🤖 Amy Wood is a best-selling author, speaker, consultant, and coach. She has a background in healthcare information technology and has spent the last decade as a HIPAA educator, risk assessor, and data breach consultant. 👩🏻💻 Her clients have received zero fines and zero patient lawsuits out of the hundreds of data breach invest...
Have you struggled with managing your finances? Have you worked with countless CPA's or financial advisors with minimal success? Meet this week's guest star, Shannon Blackmon! 😎 Meet Shannon, your financial well-being expert! As a CFP® and Portfolio Advisor at Thomas Doll, Shannon is on a mission to transform how you perceive and manage your wealth. 💰 With a background in psychology and a heart set on helping others flourish, she doesn't just guide you through the numbers; she ...
Are you experiencing challenges finding the right opportunity or candidate? Do you set up an interview with clear expectations for how the conversation will flow? Meet this week's guest star, Wendy Aldhamen! 🤩 Wendy has been a hiring manager since 2014. She started her dental coaching career in the trenches. She began as a dental assistant in 2010: great opportunity, toxic office culture. 🙅🏼♀️ After that, she went to work for a dream practice. As she progressed to receptionist and then o...
Are you a hygienist who's considered entering the world of entrepreneurship? Do you have an idea to bring to the world, but you're not sure where to start? Meet this week's guest star, Tiffany Wuebben, RDH! 👑 As the Founder and CEO of The Hygienepreneur, Tiffany Wuebben, RDH is a published Author and Speaker and is dedicated to serving the dental community in a big way! 🎤 Tiffany’s influence empowers the dental team to practice with an “ownership attitude” which leads to better clinical o...
Did you know there is a chemical connection when we smile? Did you know a healthy, pretty smile can enhance your overall mood and confidence? Meet this week's guest star, Dr. Radwa Saad! 🤩 Dr. Saad's main focus is on improving the patients' oral health as well as restoring their function and aesthetics. 💎 Dr. Saad graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Manitoba with Honors, where she earned her DMD. She was on the dean's Honor list, and she was a recipient of many dental s...
Is mental health a challenge in your practice? Do you feel like no matter how much you keep pushing, it still isn't enough? Meet this week's guest star, Dr. Vince Buscemi! ✊🏼 Dr. Buscemi is passionate about biomimetic, biological, and airway dentistry and the immense benefits that it provides to his patient’s long-term health and well-being. After getting frustrated with the limits and, at times, negative consequences of traditional dentistry, Dr. Buscemi sought out a superior alternative ...
Have you ever considered hiring a life coach? Are you setting time aside to follow what's true to you? Meet this week's guest star, Dr. Zhanna Konovalenko! 🥳 Dr. Zhanna is the life coach for dentists. She helps doctors manage stress uniquely and effectively, creating immediate results in their professional and personal lives. She works with dentists who feel overwhelmed, stressed, and starting to burn out. As a board-certified orthodontist, a devoted spouse, and a loving mother, she u...
We've all heard the phrase "slow down to speed up," but how effective are you in the "slow down" period? Are you taking the time to center yourself with your thoughts and feelings? Meet this week's guest star, Sarah Cottingham! 💫 Sarah is a dynamic and accomplished professional who unleashes the full potential of individuals and teams in diverse industries, driving sustainable business success. With a background in dental hygiene, she excels in the field and uniquely balances the "Big Pict...
Have your team meetings been in need of productive fun? Have you questioned whether or not you could create a playful culture? Meet this week's guest star, Angela Davis-Sullivan! 🎉 Angela is a Dental practice business and development coach. Angela brings over 30 years of hands-on experience while helping doctors and teams reach their full potential. 📈 Angela is also a speaker and educator for dental practices. Her background as an administrator, expanded function dental assistant, New pat...
Have you ever questioned your worth? Have you ever questioned whether you can hit your personal or professional goals? Meet this week's guest star, Allison Lacoursiere! 💖 Allison Lacoursiere is a professional coach with a focus on leadership and worthiness. As the founder of Clear Coaching, she is an expert in helping Doctors and teams step into their most significant potential through powerful communication and mindset strategies. She has years of experience helping Dentists streamline th...
Are you celebrating Pride outside the month of June? It takes more than throwing a rainbow scheme behind your logo to celebrate and provide awareness. Interested in learning how you can create an LGBTQIA+ competent culture? Meet this week's guest star, Ash Kattner! 🏳️🌈 With over 6 years of experience in dentistry, Ash started as a front desk concierge and later transitioned into coaching dental teams and professionals after completing their M.S. in Industrial/Organizational Psycholo...
Have you ever thought to yourself "How can I see more of what represents me and my community" in the workplace? Meet this week’s guest stars, Karese and Chris! 🤩 Karese is a Registered Dental Hygienist and Myofunctional Therapist. She founded The Myo Spot, a practice to amplify oral wellness to whole-body wellness. Through teletherapy, she helps clients of all ages overcome tongue ties, TMJ disorders, sleep apnea, grinding, anxiety, and various breathing and orofacial dysfunction. Passiona...
Have you ever wondered about the true impact of plastic oral appliances? Are you interested in taking a more sustainable and eco-friendly route for optimal oral health? Meet this week’s guest star, Lynda Sherman! 🤩 Lynda is a fierce advocate for saving teeth, saving the planet, and of course... cheese pizza. 🍕🧀 She is interrupting the routine of dental care as the owner and consultant of EcoSmiles Dentistry, the founder of the eco-friendly subscription box, Get Mouthy, and the founde...
Have your stress levels been at an all-time high? Do you need support in maintaining and managing your personal wellness? If so, you won't want to miss this week's interview as we kick off Stress Awareness Month with Ms. Diane Randall! Diane Randall is energized, committed, and passionate about leading wellness conversations around life balance, mental wellness, self-care, self-realization, plant-based nutrition, and whole-life wellness. Her joy is seeing individuals adapt hea...
Interested in learning how you can increase your self-awareness? Is emotional intelligence missing in your leadership style and approach? If so, you won't want to miss this week's interview with Dr. Kelly Tanner! Dr. Kelly Tanner is a renowned leader at the forefront of reshaping dental care, and helping teams and individuals reach unprecedented levels of professional fulfillment. Kelly’s combined leadership experience, doctoral education in business and leadership, and licensure in c...
Have you ever considered doing a risk assessment in your healthcare organization? Interested in learning how you can optimize your security and fraud prevention techniques? If so, you won't want to miss this week's interview with Charles Hale! Charles Hale is the President of Hale Consulting Solutions LLC, a consulting firm specializing in cybersecurity and project management for healthcare organizations. Charles brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, with over 25 years wo...
Is well-being a concern for you or a colleague in the workplace? Are you interested in forming a community that fosters innovation and inclusion? If so, you won't want to miss this week's interview with Dr. Meng Chiang! Mengchun "Meng" Chiang, Ph.D. is the founder of CHI Executive Consulting. Meng is an experienced consultant, executive trainer, and coach for leaders in higher education and tech industries on workplace inclusion and organizational wellness. Meng is the faculty director of...
Have you ever felt like you had no one to turn to at school? Are you pursuing an education career out of passion or obligation? If so, you will not want to miss this interview with Casanova Green! Casanova Green is a writer, singer/songwriter, recording artist, educator, and pastor. He is a 2010 graduate of Ohio Northern University with a BA in Language Arts Education with a minor in voice and received an MFA in Creative Writing at the Etowah Valley Low-Residency MFA Program at Reinhardt ...
Have you ever wondered what your dreams might be telling you? If so, you won't want to miss this week's podcast interview with dream interpreter, Jesse Lyon! Jesse Lyon is the Chief Dream Scientist at DreamApp – an app that interprets your dreams using cutting-edge artificial intelligence and the latest science and research findings. Jesse launched DreamApp to help users overcome their mental health struggles and has already brought healing to millions of users around the world....
Have you been trying to figure out how to take your event game to the next level? Are you looking to expand your reach and give back to your community? If so, you won't want to miss this inspiring and motivating interview with Elijah Desmond! Elijah Desmond began his career at age 15 as a motivational speaker to kids. He went on to graduate from The Ohio State University as a hygienist and moved to Honolulu, Hawaii where he started his first of eleven dental businesses. Elijah n...
Does your dental practice have a human trafficking awareness system in place? Do you have sleep apnea and not know it? This week on the podcast, we are joined by Loren King. Loren is a Published Author, Registered Dental Hygienist, and Life Performance Coach. She's also a licensed skydiver who has jumped out of a perfectly good airplane, solo, 34 times – which speaks to her resilience to conquer hard things! Loren joins us this week to bring awareness to topics like Human Trafficking and Slee...
Is your New Year's Resolution to become more active? Are you experiencing pain or discomfort with the simplest activity and eager to get moving again? If so, you won't want to miss this episode with our guest star Dr. AJ Kimmich! Dr. AJ Kimmich PT, DPT is a Board-Certified Doctor of Physical Therapy practicing in Scottsdale, Arizona. He is the owner of Pinnacle Performance & Wellness which is dedicated to helping active individuals rehabilitate from injuries and avoid ...
Has your workload contributed to your overall mental health challenges or sense of fulfillment? If so, you won't want to miss this episode with our guest star Melissa Hernandez! Melissa is an Arizona Native and Certified Sommelier through the Wine and Spirits Education Trust. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Public Health from the University of Arizona and has spent the last 6 years in leadership at a health insurance company. She is an owner of a coffee roasting business cal...
Are you an entrepreneur interested in learning how to grow your business virtually? Are you looking for a strategic partner to support your ability to be leveraged and be out in front? If so, you won't want to miss this episode with our guest star Michael Bonanno! Michael has over two decades of executive leadership experience and has a passion for turning businesses into exceedingly high performers and is committed to increasing the value of businesses practices from within. He has co-owne...
Are you experiencing disengagement on your team? Are you afraid that your team has jumped on the "quiet quitting" bandwagon? If so, you won't want to miss this episode with our guest star Chris Love, RDH! Chris Williams (aka "Chris Love") is a hygienist, international speaker, and the Founder and CEO of Prophy Kings. Prophy Kings is a community built around the male Dental hygienist and Dental assistant representing the underrepresented dental professional while promoting cultural div...
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