Amy Newmark is the Editor-in-Chief and Publisher of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series of books. Amy is all about sharing stories, advice, and wisdom that helps others live happier, fuller lives! She wants to remind us to dwell on the joyous and let go of anger quickly. An amazing, uplifting interview!
Read MoreJonathan with his wife Erica have 2 sons and like many parents, have had their fair share of parenting questions. Together Jonathan and Erica co-authored the new book Raising Them Ready: Practical Ways to Prepare Your Kids for Life on Their Own. Listen to Dean and Jonathan discuss parenting and how to ensure your kids launch into the real world read to be independent.
Read MoreCorey and her husband Rob began Shelter Care Resources after seeing the immense need for foster care families and children. Being a foster care family themselves, they knew what was needed inside and out. Listen in on to hear a powerful story of love and relentless care! To learn more about Shelter Care Resources and their mission, visit their website here!
Read MoreRebecca knows the struggles of mental health and its connection to your body. Now, she is committed to helping others break free from eating disorders and mental health issues. As the founder of Mind Body Thrive, an holistic psychotherapy organization whose goal is to help others by "blending cognitive behavioral therapy with mind/body practices." To learn more about the amazing work Rebecca is doing or to receive help yourself, click here!
Read MoreIn 2013, Sally and Chuck founded Hope Refuge out of the huge need to house and support sex trafficked minors. They particularly help minors 12 to 17 with wrap-around supportive, therapeutic care where victims can get the help they need to grow into a strong, resilient member of the community. To learn more about the amazing work that the Cook's do, visit their website here!
Read MoreRyan Ballard is the great-treat grandson of John Ballard, the first black landowner in the Santa Monica mountains. Ryan tells the story of the area now known as Ballard Mountain along side Ana Beatriz Cholo, a member of the U.S. Forrest Service and the documentary To Right a Wrong: The Story of Ballard Mountain. You definitely do not want to miss this interview!
Read MoreWhat a life! An interview with a treasure…the great John Daly.
Read MoreLisa started with a simple mission: pass on kindness and pay it forward with goodness.
Read MoreEd France is the Executive Director of Leading from Within.
Read MoreVictoria Strong founded the Gwendolyn Strong Foundation after her first daughter Gwendolyn was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy, a rare disease that made her very medically fragile. Determined to NEVER GIVE UP, Victoria set out to raise funding to find a cure for this terrible diagnosis. Though Gwen is no longer with us her legacy lives on through numerous child-centered inclusion projects including a new inclusive park in Santa Barbara! To find out more about the amazing work that the Gwendolyn Strong Foundation is doing, visit their website nevergiveup.org!
Read MoreWade Nomura has an extensive resumé. From traveling all over the world with Rotary International to being the Mayor of beautiful Carpinteria, California, Wade cares about others around him and wants to serve others in his community. He is an amazing man with a golden heart! You don't want to miss this interview!
Read MoreArthur has done just about everything, from writing a book on bottled water to hosting a show all about animal lovers there are few things that this man can't or won't do! Come listen to Arthur talk about all the amazing places he's been and people he's met while traveling all across the globe!
Read MoreHis story is compelling: now a Hollywood agent to stars like Charlie Sheen, Carmen Electra, and Denise Richards, Darren Prince has done a lot of living. Here, Dean Wilson gets to the importance of truth, sobriety, and reaching for the stars in this insightful sit-down with the energetic mover and shaker.
Read MoreBill MacFadyen is the founder of Noozhawk and an all-around terrific guy. He shares some perspective on the news business and his interesting life journey. We love Bill MacFadyen!
Read MoreSteven C Barber didn't know he was going to be making monuments to some of America's great space explorers when he moved to LA in the 1970's. One of his most well known works is the the documentary "Return to Tarawa," an incredible story of one WWII veteran who returns to the island where one of the Pacific's bloodiest battles took place. Since moving to California, he has made numerous other documentaries, been in movies and tv shows, most recently, unveiled a monument to the crew of Apollo 11 on the 50th anniversary of the historic mission. Barber is a man on a mission to use story in order to honor those who have served others and have done incredible, inspiring things. You don't want to miss this interview!
Read MoreBuddy is the CEO of Soles4Souls, a non-profit helping others lift themselves out of poverty. Through micro-enterprises, Soles4Souls assists others establish businesses of their own where they can make a living wage. Buddy has an amazing story of caring for others and the community! Definitely listen in!
Read MoreWill Breman is an extremely gifted musician who came to national prominence on NBC's The Voice. In this episode, Dean interviews Will for a few minutes before Will blessed us with a live performance! What a voice!
Read MoreSpanning the coasts of South Africa to Southern California, John Davies has dedicated his life to doing good and lending a helping hand wherever he can. Davies and host Dean Wilson examine business, religion, and intrinsic human nature.
Read MoreMavel Tortoledo has been serving her community since high school. Amazing heart! She joined Dean on Good Life to talk about the work the Turner Foundation is doing to help kids learn during Covid.
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