Guests

Caroline is a K-12 educator who resides in California.

Charly Leetham has been building things that work for 40+ years. She earned her amateur radio license at 13 and by her early 20s had an Associate Diploma in Electronic Engineering. By 30, she’d completed an MBA while working full-time and raising young children. She’s worked across tech in roles from field technician to client relationship manager. At 40, she bought and ran franchises; when they failed and left her $1 million in debt, she started over and founded Ask Charly Leetham.

For nearly two decades, Charly has delivered website development, hosting, email, branding, and IT support to small businesses. Many clients have stayed with her for over 12 years because she listens, solves problems, and shows up. She still works with systems, turning complex tech into plain language and practical solutions. Charly hosts Rise and Shine, Your Business Tech Boost, a podcast with guidance on what works, what doesn’t, and what it takes to build something that lasts.

Connie Malamed helps learning professionals advance their careers by building skills and visibility. She is the founder of the learning community, Mastering Instructional Design and publisher of The eLearning Coach website and podcast. She is also the author of Visual Design Solutions and Visual Language for Designers. Connie publishes a monthly newsletter for learning designers with articles, resources, and freebies.

Daniel Bernabe is a fine art painter, author, motivational speaker, and ordained minister. He discovered his calling to encourage others through his life trials and adversities. After losing his parents at the young age of 16 and facing depression, Daniel found healing and restoration through his faith in God. This transformative journey helped him rebuild his self-esteem, self-worth, and confidence.

Today, Daniel is dedicated to helping thousands of people through podcasts, public events, and seminars. He inspires, motivates, and encourages individuals to obey God's Word and serve others by using their God-given gifts.

Daniel's knowledge is deeply rooted in his faith and is further enriched by reading books, listening to audio programs, and attending leadership seminars offered by the John Maxwell team.

Mission: To preach the Gospel and make a meaningful difference.

Vision: To encourage individuals on their journeys, helping them discover and utilize their potential to ac…

A highly-sought after speaker, trainer, and coach known as “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,” Dr. Danny Brassell has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide. He has authored 19 books, including "Leadership Begins with Motivation" and "Misfits and Crackpots." The co-founder of The WellCrafted Story Workshop, Danny helps entrepreneurs, individuals, and organizations leverage speaking on stages as a major client lead source that converts.

Darrell brings extensive experience as a master certified life coach and a member of the Federal Coaching Network. He is an inspirational speaker and certified facilitator who provides clients with expertise in the realm of leadership, relationships, and purpose. His leadership background includes 30 years of federal service highlighted by his induction into the White House Communications Agency Hall of Fame. His leadership coaching is based on a stellar 20-year military career, where he traveled as an Operations and Vice Presidential Communications Officer, leading over 500 White House missions. Following the tragedies of September 11, 2001, Darrell was selected as 1 of 5 key leaders, from 30 senior managers, to direct emergency action communications for the Vice President of the United States, to include duties as an Air Force Two Command Representative.

David Sanchez is a registered ER nurse turned healthcare marketing entrepreneur and addiction recovery advocate. He’s the Founder & CEO of Digitalis Medical, where he helps healthcare brands grow through digital strategy. He’s also the Founder of Miracle Recovery, a Christian recovery program that is dedicated to saving lives from addiction.
With a rare blend of clinical empathy and marketing expertise, David empowers organizations to reach more people, drive revenue, and create lasting impact.

Dr. Albert Bramante, a seasoned talent agent with more than two decades of experience in the entertainment industry, holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from Walden University. Additionally, he is a certified Hypnotist and NLP Practitioner, bringing a unique blend of psychological insight and practical expertise to his work. Driven by a passion for both the performing arts and the human psyche, he embarked on a mission to empower actors to overcome self-sabotage and unlock their full potential.

Throughout his impressive career, Dr. Bramante has achieved remarkable success as a talent agent, securing roles for actors in a wide array of productions, including TV shows, films, commercials, Broadway, and Off-Broadway performances.

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Dr. Catrina Mitchum, founder of Catrina Mitchum Learning Design, is on a mission to revolutionize the online course creation space. She’s a recovering academic who’s been teaching adults online since 2009, and she uses her experience designing and delivering online courses and training to give course creation support to overwhelmed service-based business owners who give a sh*t about their course client success.

Dr. Craig Hane, also known as Dr. Del, is a math educator and innovator dedicated to transforming how math is taught and learned. With a Ph.D. in Algebraic Number Theory and decades of teaching and business experience, Dr. Del empowers students and professionals alike by demystifying math using modern tools like scientific calculators and Wolfram Alpha. His mission is to break down math barriers and inspire listeners to "invest in yourself" for a brighter future.

Dr. Dana Goodier has 25 years of experience in education. She has taught World Languages and English and worked as a middle school administrator. She completed her doctorate (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership in 2020. For her dissertation, she researched reasons parents were opting their students out of high-stakes testing at middle schools and how that affected the district's accreditation rating. She often speaks at conferences, providing educators with techniques to minimize off-task behavior and to increase time on task. She is the host of the “Out of the Trenches” podcast, which features educators who share their stories of resiliency. She has also written the book "Out of the Trenches: Stories of Resilient Educators", which features much of her own story in educational trenches intertwined with stories of other educators who have faced challenges.

📢 Follow her on Twitter @danagoodier and visit her website at www.danagoodier.com

Dr. Matthew R. Metzgar, Clinical Professor of Economics at the Belk College of Business and author of the upcoming book The Overnight AI Educator: Transform Your Course in 24 Hours, is publishing on June 3, 2025. Matthew has developed a proven, five-step framework that empowers college instructors to redesign an entire syllabus, assignments, and assessments in just one day using AI. Stay tuned to learn how you can transform your course overnight at Overnight.education.

Dr. Sheldon Greaves is the author of The Guerrilla Scholar's Handbook. He earned a Ph.D. from the University of California at Berkeley while living and working in Silicon Valley during the dot.com boom. Pursuing his doctorate on a shoestring while indulging other interests, he developed a different approach to a life of the mind. Throughout his long and varied career, Sheldon has used the tools of “guerrilla scholarship” to do interesting intellectual work outside of academia.

The Guerrilla Scholar's Handbook is part how-to, part memoir, and part manifesto that celebrates the pleasures and perils of the independent life of the mind. It also endorses communal learning as a way of strengthening and enlivening society at a time when the very idea of education and expertise is under siege.

Today, we’re joined by Steven Linley, a learning and development strategist with over 20 years of experience helping organizations and educators turn learning into a driver of real performance.

With a Ph.D. in Adult Learning and Organizational Leadership, Steven designs learning systems that go beyond content delivery to create sustained behavior change—aligning how people learn with how results are achieved.

He’s contributed to award-winning learning organizations and supported initiatives that have increased student retention by more than 20%. At FōKUS, his work reflects a shared belief that clarity, intentional design, and human-centered systems are what turn growth and transformation into something sustainable and measurable.

Joining us today is Grant Fuellenbach, the founder of GO First Consulting. He helps professional builders and remodelers escape the feast-or-famine cycle by installing a complete operational backbone for their business. With a unique blend of proven systems and practical AI, Grant gives builders the tools to win ideal projects, streamline their operations, and achieve true owner freedom.

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Based in Istanbul-Turkey. Graduated with a Master of Arts in Education: Leadership and Management from The University of Derby, U.K., and a Bachelor of Science in Multimedia Design from the American University of Sharjah. U.A.E. Currently working as an Academic Manager at Axcel International Academy, a higher education provider.
Educator and creative producer with over 10 years in higher education and the creative industries. Specialised in vocational learning, curriculum design, and instructional delivery, with a strong foundation in educational theory and hands-on application. Skilled in instructional design, blended learning, and academic quality assurance, particularly in BTEC and other competency-based programmes. Lead teaching and learning strategies, support staff development, and implement innovative, learner-centered approaches that bridge theory and practice. Passionate about enhancing student outcomes and aligning academic practices with institutional goals.

I'm Jade, a Language and Mindset Coach for Job Seekers in Gaming who blends expert English teaching with creative job search coaching.

5+ years of English teaching experience, spanning ACT/SAT exam prep, Business English, Pronunciation, IELTS, IT English, and conversation skills.

Frequent podcast guest, including appearances on Gamelayer and TESOL Pop.

Creator of Job Search Joy, a fun, villain-themed coaching program for job seekers in gaming.

Possesses 10+ recommendations from job seekers, including video testimonials—over 8,000 LinkedIn followers.

James Gilchrist is the Founder and Director of Lighthouse L&D Consulting, where he helps organizations design leadership and learning programs that put people first. His own path to learning and development has been transformative. Before discovering L&D, James worked both as an actor and musician — experiences that taught him the power of presence, connection, and storytelling. His Learning and Development journey began in unlikely circumstances over 25 years ago, when, as a struggling customer service rep at a payroll company, he stepped into a training manager role and discovered how deeply he loved helping others grow. Since then, James has partnered with organizations across many different industries and discovered that the biggest roadblocks to performance rarely come from a lack of tools or talent. More often, they stem from conflicting initiatives, siloed communication, and top-down mindsets.

His work now focuses on helping leaders and teams clear obstacles, align authentic…

Jennifer is an alumni engagement and nonprofit consultant who helps organizations build communities that give back. She works with colleges, universities, schools, and nonprofits to design practical engagement strategies that turn interest into involvement and investment.

On the flip side, she helps alumni tap into these communities to get the biggest return on their degrees and shared experiences.

Jennifer brings nearly 20 years of experience in alumni relations and advancement, including senior roles at Cornell University and Lehigh University.

She's written two minibooks, one for professionals in alumni relations and one for alumni who want to keep benefiting from their investment in school, college, summer camp, company, and volunteer roles.

Jeremy Toeman is the founder and CEO of Augie, an AI-assisted video creation and editing studio for marketers and social media managers. Jeremy is also the creator and host of Founder at 50, a podcast and newsletter exploring the challenges and reinventions faced by entrepreneurs later in life. Previously, Jeremy has held leadership roles at WarnerMedia, Etsy, CBS Interactive, and Sling Media, and founded several successful startups in the media tech space. Outside work, Jeremy is a father of three with passions for travel, board games, hiking, craft beer, and hockey.

I've always had a love for learning and language! From the moment I first recall hearing someone speak a different language from my own, I was entranced. I pursued an undergrad degree in Spanish and took every opportunity to travel abroad. Naturally, this led me to a 13-year career as a secondary Spanish instructor, and I earned an MEd in Curriculum and Instruction. I moved into curriculum design in higher education, crafting my skills in working with SMEs to create meaningful and engaging courses. I sought more opportunities to learn and grow in my current role as an instructional designer at ADP, where I'm afforded the opportunity to utilize several e-learning platforms to create intentional training for associates!

Unlock the Secrets to Sales and Content Marketing Success with Jim Edwards – Your Guide to AI-Driven Copywriting, Book Writing, and Content Creation!

Jim Edwards is not just an entrepreneur, but a former syndicated newspaper columnist, cutting-edge content creator, renowned speaker, and known in many circles as the 'Leader of Copy and Content.' He is the author of the international best-sellers “Copywriting Secrets” and “7 Day Ebook.”

Jim's a renaissance man in the world of copywriting and content creation, leveraging the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to equip authors, coaches, speakers, and entrepreneurial professionals with the tools needed to drive leads and generate sales effectively, without having to be experts in AI programming.

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John Williamson is a Lead Curriculum Developer at Grand Canyon University and the founder of Olive & Rose Education, where he designs and delivers professional development focused on integrating generative AI into K–12 education.

Professionally, John specializes in curriculum design, AI integration for educators, and leadership training that helps schools responsibly implement AI policies and strategies aligned with instructional goals and data privacy standards. His expertise bridges the gap between technology and pedagogy, empowering educators to use AI as a tool for creativity, efficiency, and deeper learning.

Karen Nix is an instructional designer specializing in faculty development and professional learning in higher education, with a focus on nursing and healthcare education. As a Design Strategist and Communications Lead at Orbis Education, she develops engaging, learner-centered courses that combine visual storytelling, instructional theory, and evidence-based strategies. She recently completed her master’s degree in instructional design and is passionate about creating learning experiences that support growth, confidence, and measurable results.