Filling In the Ruts with Daren Young
Is your life going smoothly this week? Had a smooth beginning to the year? Would "smooth" describe the nature of your life? I'm just guessing here, but I suspect I haven't gotten a "yes" from you yet. Smooth is an expected ideal much more than a reality experienced with any frequency. Many years ago, when I was a young minister, I ran into a middle-aged pastor at a meeting of pastors. He stood ...
35m Feb 02, 2021
35m
Cars without gas
Once upon a time, we were promised a future with "flying cars". Now countries around the world (including the new Biden Administration) and our own State of California are promising a world where all new cars will be electric by 2030. Sound just as fantastic or unfeasible?Listen as our host Bryan Thompson (10 year veteran of Nissan's SoCal design studio) talks with the industry group leading th...
15m Jan 31, 2021
15m
Network Building...The Business of The 21st Century
The Business of the 21st Century is: Network Marketing. In today's episode of Closing The Wealth Gap we will explore the fastest growing wealth building business model in the world. It's a multi-billion dollar industry that the average person just doesn't understand because they literally cannot see it. Listen to my guest Dawn Maree explain the what, why and how of this prosperity generating sy...
30m Jan 30, 2021
30m
Episode #61 – How to Create a Magnetic LinkedIn Profile : Debbie McCormick
Debbie McCormick Today's guest is Debbie McCormick. SAFFIRE LEGAL PC’s founder and principal attorney Teresa McQueen talks with Debbie about how to create a magnetic LinkedIn profile. She lays out 5 tips to help improve your LinkedIn profile.  Workplace Perspective is a regular podcast series for employers and employees focusing on education, training, and the law to help organizations of all...
24m Jan 27, 2021
24m
#178 Pete Callahan: Driven to Help
Show Notes  You know I think that some of our shows on The Next Chapter with Charlie really “hit the mark” And I think… This is one of “those shows.” Our guest, Pete Callahan built of one of California’s most highly successful law firms to assuming the role of Chairman of the Board of a fledgling charity. Since his commitment in 2015, that charity has grown nearly 400%. Pete and I serve togethe...
1hr 6m Jan 27, 2021
1hr 6m
Shoe Dog Decisions with David Corsi
In 1982 I was ordained in downtown Chicago. The service was a big deal. My favorite preacher, Steve Brown, whose God-like voice you hear on the intro to this show, came and preached. Lots of my friends were there, my little start-up church which is still alive and well today was hosting the occasion. It had as much formality to it as I can stomach, including what is called a “Charge” to the new...
34m Jan 26, 2021
34m
Debbie Martin - WEdnesdays with WE
WE Member in Highlight, Debbie Martin, talks about her involvement with WE as Membership Chair, with a message to members, "I am asking women to not sit on the sidelines".  Debbie brings her insights and encourages women to be a part of growing the WE organization.  Debbie also talks about her long-standing career in the industry, and her passion for her position in the channel at TDK in an int...
14m Jan 26, 2021
14m
A Gay Man's Guide to Life by Britt East
Today our Driven Designer, Bryan Thompson (10 year veteran of Nissan's SoCal Design studio) takes another detour to highlight some LGBT issues again. Not only talking about his ongoing SHINE initiative to shine a light on domestic abuse within this community, but to talk with an author Britt East, who's written A Gay Man's Guide to Life.  Designed to give gay men (in his words) a leg up on life...
15m Jan 24, 2021
15m
Funeral Consumer Guardian Society and Final Expense Insurance
It's time to get your affairs in order. In this episode of Closing The wealth Gap, we'll talk about the need for Funeral Planning, Veterans Funeral Benefits and the importance of owning Final Expense Insurance. For more information visit: www.tyronefrench.com or call: (877) 296-5192. To get my free wealth coaching app: text TYRONE to 36260. Personal wealth coaching available at: www.wealthcoach...
31m Jan 24, 2021
31m
#177 Terry Hershey: Finding Grace in Crisis
Show Notes  In this episode Terry Hershey and I wrestle with the role of spirituality and God in our country’s most difficult crisis in January 2021. Sometimes clear and sometimes bewildered, we remain at the mercy of our hearts, resting in the attentive mercy of grace. Truly, this is as vulnerable and as truthful a podcast as we know how to conduct. For those of you familiar with Terry and me,...
46m Jan 20, 2021
46m
Bob Gourdeau "Leader in Highlight" Interview - Part 2
Jackie Mattox continues the conversation with Bob Gourdeau, industry veteran, regarding important leadership discussions leading into 2021 and beyond.  Bob brings light to some critical leadership principals, such as "Always do the  right thing. You never know who's watching." Bob emphasizes the importance of a diversity mindset throughout the organization by implementation through accountabili...
32m Jan 19, 2021
32m
Making the Links with Wally Armstrong
If you don’t like golf, don’t hang up. I understand. And if you don’t like golf, and you find yourself continuing to find a way to get to the golf course, really don’t hang up! Today we will be talking about golf, but we are going to make links to real-life, which could be soul-changing for you.For 25 years of my life, I was a pastor and preacher. I built churches, preached every Sunday, met wi...
32m Jan 19, 2021
32m
From Seed to Success: How to Launch a Great Cannabis Cultivation business in Record Time, with Author Ryan Douglas
Ryan shares excerpts from his book and years of growing experience. Launching a commercial cannabis cultivation business is exciting with potential for big profits, but can lead to lapses in judgment that prove devastating for many start-ups.   https://douglascultivation.com/
23m Jan 14, 2021
23m
Episode #60 – Take Aways and Reflections : Julie McCoy
Julie McCoyToday's guest is Life Coach Julie McCoy. SAFFIRE LEGAL PC’s founder and principal attorney Teresa McQueen talks with Julie about take aways from 2020 and reflections for 2021!  Workplace Perspective is a regular podcast series for employers and employees focusing on education, training, and the law to help organizations of all sizes develop and maintain successful employer / employe...
27m Jan 13, 2021
27m
Sinner Saints Revealed with Ben Virgo
Sinful Saints Revealed. How is that for the title of our show today? It sounds like a bad headline from a trashy newspaper found in the check out line in a second rate grocery store. Sinful Saints Revealed. Really?Did you know that the word “saint” means many different things depending on who you are talking to? Roman Catholic and Orthodox traditions have a formal understanding of saints, inclu...
33m Jan 12, 2021
33m
Employee Health Benefits in 2021
Employee Health Benefits in 2021 Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the virtual studio by Tim Zandbergen of FMN Benefits. Tim is the Benefits Account Manager for Financial Management Network, Inc. In his role, Tim conducts careful analysis and research in selecting an appropriate carrier and plan for the group, and handles the annual renewal process. He holds a California Life/Health/Disability...
27m Jan 11, 2021
27m
Two Americas: A Nation Divided
America is at a cross-road.... On this episode of Closing The Wealth Gap, we'll explore the political divide between our two party system. We'll also discuss why and how the haves, have always exploited the have nots to do their biding. For more information visit: www.tyronefrench.coach or call: (562) 498-4316. To download our free mobile app: text TYRONE to: 36260   
45m Jan 11, 2021
45m
Nightmare Before Christmas with Dave Stevens
Of all the tales of redemption one could tell at Christmastime, there is none for me quite like Charles Dickens’ novella written in 1843 entitled “A Christmas Carol”. Four spirits visit the classic character Ebenezer Scrooge in his fitful sleep, causing insight and discontent only to be resolved by a Higher Power working his magic in another human soul at the celebration of the birth of a baby....
26m Jan 08, 2021
26m
#176 Dena Crowder 2020: The Year of Wisdom
Show Notes  Well today, Paul, our life coach Dena Crowder and I will wrap up 2020 by reviewing my personal year and then trying to determine “what essential life wisdom lesson did I learn this year?” Dena Crowder is THE best at digging deep into the inner self to help determine wisdom lessons learned in life. So today I will participate in a Dena Crowder designed Life Learning Exercise in which...
38m Jan 06, 2021
38m
Election – Now What?
Election – Now What? Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the virtual studio by co-host Letitia Berbaum to discuss the post-election climate. While much still remains uncertain about the presidency, the duo discuss the current market activity and their perspective as the transition in power begins to take place. In this episode learn: - The election’s market impact - The possible impact on portf...
31m Jan 04, 2021
31m
#175 Terry Hershey: On “Serial Quitting”
Show Notes  So Paul. We are recording the last episode of the year today. To do so, I want to have a chat with our friend Terry Hershey to talk about beginnings and endings. We will talk about TS Elliot and his poetry in the Four Quartets, especially the second poem, East Coker. Where he writes, “In my beginning is my end.” The search for today will be about knowing when to quit or when to “han...
36m Dec 30, 2020
36m
How To Compete In A Rigged System
In the final episode of Closing The Wealth Gap for 2020... Listen to Tyrone French and Paul Roberts have a candid conversation about how to compete in a system that is rigged against the working poor and the middle class. For more information visit: www.tyronefrench.coach or text Tyrone at 36260. Call: (562) 498-4316 when you're ready to Close The Wealth Gap.  
25m Dec 29, 2020
25m
Jared Rosenthal, StaffGlass
Jared Rosenthal is a CEO turned entrepreneur, reality TV show host, and tech innovator. While coming up the ranks of corporate America, he cultivated a model of mobile marketing using RVs to deploy teams of people to the streets of NYC, replicated it in Chicago, and then brought it to dozens of cities nationwide, at one point managing over 400 people. Despite his success, he always yearned to s...
41m Dec 27, 2020
41m
Holiday Wine Pairing Essentials
Host Bart Zandbergen and publicist Paula Steurer of Sterling Public Relations were back in the studio for The Zandbergen Report’s 3rd Annual Holiday Wine Pairing episode. Scott Heinla of Producers Choice Network joined in virtually while the studio’s production host Danielle Ramchandani was onsite and joined in on the tasting. During this festive episode, Bart discussed 4 distinct wines with th...
1hr 6m Dec 24, 2020
1hr 6m
Episode #59 – Special Holiday Replay – Gender Equality in the Workplace: Mekala Krishnan
Mekala Krishnan     Special Holiday Replay with guest is Mekala Krishnan. SAFFIRE LEGAL PC’s founder and principal attorney Teresa McQueen talks with Mekala about the Gender Equality in the Workplace.       Workplace Perspective is a regular podcast series for employers and employees focusing on education, training, and the law to help organizations of all sizes develop and maintain succ...
19m Dec 23, 2020
19m
Charles Antis – Founder & CEO, Antis Roofing & Waterproofing
Charles Antis – Founder & CEO, Antis Roofing & Waterproofing  A well-respected and widely known roofing expert, entrepreneur and humanitarian, Charles has become one of the most trusted names in the roofing industry country wide, as well as an inspirational business leader championing social corporate responsibility.  Antis Roofing & Waterproofing celebrated its 30th Anniversary in 2019, or as...
40m Dec 23, 2020
40m
Standing Stone Ministry with Jim & Debbie Hogan
Standing Stones. Ever thought much about these unusual large standing stones, which probably bring to mind the famous Stonehenge in Wiltshire, England? You probably haven't, and for a good reason. We don't know much about them. These sizeable ancient rock formations come with little explanation. We guess the oldest to be 12,000 years old found in Turkey. Similar strange circles and other shapes...
32m Dec 22, 2020
32m
What are you grateful for in these troubling times?
Most, if not all, people can't wait for 2020 to be over. We all know someone who has been hurt by this pandemic and has gotten COVID-19. Lost jobs and income, feeling isolated and disconnected, loneliness, and frankly, you just want to hug someone. But in all of this darkness, there is light. We all want and need to heal! Today, in this podcast, we explore the power of positivity. To find light...
1hr 19m Dec 18, 2020
1hr 19m
How a top professional dancer keeps going
Professional Dancer Cassidy Knoblett (Mariah Carey, Katy Perry and others) talks about his COVID QUARANTINE TIME and how he keeps going and growing.  How do you keep moving when the world seems stuck in slowdown and shutdown? 
16m Dec 18, 2020
16m
Bringing Light Into Darkness
Noted Car Designer Bryan Thompson shares his idea of how he tries to bring "light into darkness" not only thru his work designing cars for companies from Nissan to autonomous car maker Motional, but also thru his special SHINE project. SHINING a light on the often overlooked subject of domestic abuse in the LGBT community (including his own experience which inspired him to shine a not on others...
15m Dec 18, 2020
15m
Exit Rich and the 6 P’s Method for Selling Your Business
Michelle Seiler Tucker joins me at the Business Growth Cafe to discuss her new book, Exit Rich and the ins and outs of selling your business.  We also spend time discussing why businesses fail and steps you can take to ensure you ultimately have a successful exit!
55m Dec 17, 2020
55m
How to Christmas with Dr. Perry Downs
How to Christmas. If I asked you to tell me about how you do Christmas I bet you’d start telling me about family traditions, decorations, schedules for opening presents, typical attendance at Church services, and stuff like that. Right? Now you want to tell me about the lights you’ve put up in the midst of the pandemic and who can’t travel to see whom, and we are so far afield we can’t see the ...
32m Dec 17, 2020
32m
#174 Austin Hedges Behind the Scenes: A Look at the Life of a Professional Athlete
Show Notes  Hi Paul. Today we are reaching back to a guest we had on the show about one year ago, my son Austin Hedges. Austin is a professional baseball catcher for the Cleveland Indians. After nearly a decade of playing since graduating high school for the San Diego Padres, he was traded in late August to the Cleveland Indians. What I hope to chat about today has to do with both the inner emo...
47m Dec 16, 2020
47m
Turning a 100-year-old Family Brownie Recipe into a Thriving Business Today
At the Cafe today is Wendy Pomerantz, the Great-Granddaughter and founder of Bertha Mae’s Brownie Company to talk about how she turned a 100-year-old recipe into a thriving and very tasty business.  Wendy talks about her journey from the corporate world to the kitchen and share advice for entrepreneurs and growing businesses. This is a sweet (pun intended) interview...as I  eat brownies and coo...
48m Dec 15, 2020
48m
How an Aerospace Engineer Became Job Optional
Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the virtual studio by Pam Scamardo, Founder of TPK Properties. Officially “retired”, Pam is a mother and wife who discovered the benefits of passive income after realizing she did not need to be a millionaire to begin investing in commercial real estate. An aerospace engineer by trade, having been employed by Lockheed Martin, Boeing and UTC Aerospace, Pam made...
28m Dec 14, 2020
28m
Family Law: Myths, Legal Insight and COVID Impact with Attorney Courtney Shepard
Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the virtual studio by Courtney Shepard of Burch Shepard Family Law Group. Courtney has earned a reputation as an aggressive and passionate advocate for her clients. She exclusively practices family law and has been declared a Certified Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. She has successfully litigated cases invo...
37m Dec 14, 2020
37m
Closing The Racial Wealth Gap Pt. 2
This episode of Closing The Wealth Gap is a continuation of part one. Why is there a racial element to America's widening wealth gap? How do we get Black Americans get back on track, and set a new course towards acquiring perpetual income, building financial security, and creating generational wealth? For more information visit: www.tyronefrench.coach or call Tyrone at (562) 498-4316. To receiv...
45m Dec 13, 2020
45m
Closing The Racial Wealth Gap Pt.1
America has an ever widening wealth gap. The distance between the haves and the have nots are becoming more obvious everyday. But there's also a racial component to this problem. In this episode of Closing The Wealth Gap, we'll explore why Black people in the United States are the poorest ethnic group in the richest country in the world. For more information visit: www.tyronefrench.com or Call ...
20m Dec 13, 2020
20m
Bob Gourdeau "Leader in Highlight" Interview - Part 1
WE Founder and President Jackie Mattox chats with Bob Gourdeau, VP Sales Americas at AVX, in Part One  of a two-part series.  Bob describes his journey through the industry, having served in various positions along the way, to now celebrating 8 years with AVX. Bob shares the commitment and investment AVX places on women in leadership and openly discusses the challenges women face in a mature, m...
19m Dec 11, 2020
19m
S1 Ep1971: Episode #58 – The Dying Art of Leadership: Anthony Casablanca
Anthony Casablanca       Today's guest is Anthony Casablanca. SAFFIRE LEGAL PC’s founder and principal attorney Teresa McQueen talks with Anthony about the dying art of leadership.          Thank You To:Anthony Casablanca   Paul Roberts (Engineer/Associate Producer Extraordinaire!)   Melissa DeLacey (Associate Producer Extraordinaire!)   Stephen Vercelloni (Composer Extraordin...
30m Dec 09, 2020
30m
S1 Ep1970: Spend more time on yourself, family, friends and in your community using 6 Week Cycles
Joe Martin, Author, TEDx speaker, and creative agency owner talks about his new book and process called 6 Week Cycles.  Joe and I discuss how to change the way we think when it comes to time and what to do with it.  Including a little time travel!  You'll have to listen to figure out what the heck we mean!   Find the book on Amazon!
50m Dec 08, 2020
50m
The Zandbergen Group’s Vision for 2021 and Beyond
Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the virtual studio by Letitia Berbaum, COO of The Zandbergen Group, to discuss the goals and vision for The Zandbergen Group in a conversation led by publicist Paula Steurer of Sterling Public Relations. Letitia and Bart share with listeners their passion behind developing their firm and how they are cultivating an inspired team culture through purpose driven ...
30m Dec 07, 2020
30m
S1 Ep1969: #173 Charlie – Personal Growth: Ladders or Trellises
Show Notes   I am very passionate about the topic for today. You see I have sort of an aversion what is known as “linear growth.” You know, the old 3 or 5 Steps to Accomplishing the Life You Want. I think linear growth is quite effective when learning and even mastering a particular discipline. But… even then, there comes a point when the novice reaches the Master level and at that time goes in...
43m Dec 02, 2020
43m
Jim Kaplan "Leader in Highlight" Interview
In the latest edition of Women in Electronics Leader in Highlight series, WE Founder and President Jackie Mattox goes one on one with Jim Kaplan, CEO of Cornell Dubilier Electronics. Like so many leaders in the electronics industry, Jim, a 32-year veteran with CDE, shares his story of starting on the manufacturing floor and how the knowledge and experienced he gained working within one organiza...
19m Dec 01, 2020
19m
Riad Nizam "Leader in Highlight" Interview
Women in Electronics Leader In Highlight showcases Riad Nizam, President of Master Electronics. Having started in his family's business at a young age, Riad developed an early passion for electronics distribution. He quickly learned the value of leadership and its positive impact on a company's culture. At Master Electronics, they emphasize ANYONE can be successful, and Riad shares his philosop...
18m Dec 01, 2020
18m
S1 Ep1968: Catholic, Celibate and Real with Msgr. Paul Dudziak
It was one of those moments in life recorded in my brain in full color and stereo sound even though there wasn’t much color, and there wasn’t much sound. It was November in rural Southern Maryland, where the grayness and chill of winter overtook Autumn’s charm. My candidating sermon had been given on that Sunday morning in a middle school cafeteria in front of forty people, including children a...
28m Dec 01, 2020
28m
S1 Ep1967: All we need is love...in Business!
Do you associate Love with your business? With your employees? Joining me at the Business Growth Cafe is Dr. Bruno Cignacco, to discuss the concept of love as it relates to business and his latest book, The Art of Compassionate Business. If you own a business or are an HR person, this is a must listen to show!
48m Dec 01, 2020
48m
Change Happens – Introducing The Zandbergen Group
Host Bart Zandbergen welcomed friend and publicist Paula Steurer of Sterling Public Relations into the studio – allowing her to take over the interviewer seat for this special episode. Paula and Bart discuss change and how it ignites new opportunities along the way. This discussion of change paves the way for Bart’s pivotal career announcement which is that he has officially launched his own we...
27m Nov 30, 2020
27m
Episode #57 – Leadership in a Time of Crisis : Marilyn Gist
Marilyn Gist   Today's guest is Marilyn Gist. SAFFIRE LEGAL PC’s founder and principal attorney Teresa McQueen talks with Marilyn about leadership in a time of crisis.  Workplace Perspective is a regular podcast series for employers and employees focusing on education, training, and the law to help organizations of all sizes develop and maintain successful employer / employee relationships. ...
27m Nov 25, 2020
27m
Holiday Wine Pairings with Josh Lavis of Daou Vineyards
Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the virtual studio by Josh Lavis of Daou Vineyards. He is a 15-year veteran of the fine wine industry and currently serves as the Central U.S. Division Manager and the Export Manager for DAOU Family Estates. In his role, he joins founders Georges Daou and Daniel Daou as they trans-form the Adelaida District of Paso Robles into the global wine industry’s next f...
31m Nov 24, 2020
31m