Episodes

  • Unbreakable Resilience: Life Lessons from the Career of Anthony Scaramucci
    Jun 5 2024

    Investor, author, and entrepreneur Anthony Scaramucci returns to Power & Impact to share lessons from his career and his new book, “From Wall Street to the White House and Back.” Anthony and Jim explore his book’s 25 lessons essential to building unbreakable resilience, and how forming strong relationships helps us maintain our strength in the face of adversity. They also discuss perspectives on leadership, current events, and the future of American politics. Tune in to learn more about developing personal resilience in the face of adversity.

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    51 mins
  • Buon Appetito: Connecting Around Italian Food with Andrew Cotto
    May 29 2024

    Discover Italian food and beverage at its finest with Andrew Cotto, author, journalist, and editor-in-chief of Appetito Magazine. Jim sits down with Andrew for an exploration of the flavors of Italy that traces Andrew’s transformation from novelist to food magazine entrepreneur, and includes insights on how Italian-American culture has evolved over the years. The conversation highlights the power that food has to bring us together, as well as the importance of forming deeper connections with family and adult male relationships.

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    52 mins
  • A Conversation on Mental Health
    May 22 2024
    As we close out Mental Health Awareness month, we need to remember the conversations surrounding it are a year-round affair. 1 in 5 Americans will experience a mental illness in a given year, so understanding how to manage and care for your mental health is imperative to living a healthy life. This episode features a panel of mental health experts:

    • Dr. Daniel T. Willingham; a professor of psychology at the University of Virginia whose research focuses on the application of cognitive psychology and neuroscience to K through 12 education. • Dr. George S. Everly Jr; a psychologist at John Hopkins Center for Humanitarian Health and a prolific author who specializes in post-traumatic stress disorder. • Dr. Joel Weinberger; a professor of psychology at Adelphi College whose research focuses on the unconscious processes. Together, these accomplished psychologists discuss the current mental health crisis and share actionable tips for how to maintain your own mental health.
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    44 mins
  • Healthy Functions of Anxiety with Dr. Chloe Carmichael
    May 15 2024

    This week, frequent podcast contributor Dr. Chloe Carmichael stops by to discuss anxiety and mental health. Dr. Chloe is a practicing clinical psychologist, author of Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety, member of the 1-800-Flowers connectivity council, and a close friend of Jim’s. Hear Dr. Chloe and Jim discuss the importance of sleep for sound mental health, and how being aware of our anxiety is the first step to addressing it.

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    33 mins
  • Money Matters: Benjamin Talks' Mission to Teach Kids about Finance
    May 8 2024

    Despite being an essential skill for adulthood, only around half of American adults are considered financially literate. Benjamin Talks Co-Founders Carissa Jordan and Nikki Boulukos are on a mission to change this by outfitting the next generation with tools, resources, and habits that support proper money management. On this episode of Power & Impact, Carissa, Nikki, and Jim discuss why financial literacy is so important, share methods that teach children fiscal responsibility, and give advice for parents on how to approach savings, allowances, charity, and more.

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    53 mins
  • How to Cope: Mindfulness and Longevity with Dr. Monique Andrews
    May 1 2024

    Jim sits down with Dr. Monique Andrews, a teacher and scholar in Embodied Neuroscience, for a conversation on the relationship between our mind and body. The two discuss how the principles of mindfulness can help us manage chronic illness, live longer and more fulfilling lives, and heal from trauma. Dr. Mo also shares how she is empowering others to embrace mindfulness through her new venture, cōpe. Discover how chiropractic medicine and neuroscience intersect in this fascinating conversation.

    Learn more about Dr. Mo’s work here:
    https://letscope.org/

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    41 mins
  • Making an Impact: The Business Behind Sustainable Products with Jeff Yurcisin
    Apr 24 2024

    Explore the business behind sustainable products with Jeff Yurcisin, CEO of Grove Collaborative. In this episode of Power & Impact, Jim and Jeff discuss the impacts of plastics on our environment and our health, Grove’s commitment to being plastic-neutral, and how businesses can help solve challenging societal issues.

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    44 mins
  • Personal Soundtrack: Insights on the Music Industry with Billy Mann
    Apr 17 2024

    Grammy-nominated songwriter and record producer Billy Mann sits down with Jim for an insightful discussion on the world of music. Together, the two discuss today’s popular music landscape and how social media and consumer trends have affected it. Billy shares insights from his career collaborating with top performers and industry leaders such as P!nk, Clive Davis, and Burt Bacharach, as well as his view on how artists should adapt to today’s music industry. Tune in for an enticing interview on the impact of art and the business behind it.

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    50 mins