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Business Episodes

Conversations about business, entrepreneurship, and related topics.
Feb. 24, 2025

From Local News to Uplifting the World with Jamie Costello

In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich Bennett and co-host Robyn Burke sit down with former TV news anchor Jamie Costello to discuss his incredible 37-year career in broadcasting and his new mission with Costello Your Story. Jamie shares his passion for storytelling, the impact of…

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Feb. 19, 2025

The Heart of Pizza: Erica D’Arcangelo’s Legacy of Love & Flavor

In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, author Erica D’Arcangelo shares the inspiring story behind her book A Story About Pizza, which chronicles her family’s journey from coal mines in Pennsylvania to running a thriving, family-owned pizzeria. Discover how tradition, resilience, and a …

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Feb. 17, 2025

How Patrick Casey Turned Addiction into A Life of Purpose

Sponsored by Maryland Pickers In this powerful episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich and co-host Michelle Hayes sit down with Patrick Casey—an advanced registered nurse practitioner, personal coach, and competitive boxer—who shares his remarkable journey from childhood addiction to self…

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Feb. 14, 2025

Secrets of Restaurant Success with Paul Yosua of Das Bierhalle

Sponsored by Harford County Living In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich celebrates the podcast’s 10th anniversary and is joined by co-host Michelle Hayes and special guest Paul Yosua, co-owner of Das Bierhalle. Together, they explore Paul’s inspiring journey from working at Sta…

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Feb. 12, 2025

Mallory Lewis on Shari Lewis’ Legacy & The Magic of Lamb Chop

Sponsored by CleverCat Marketing In this heartwarming episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Mallory Lewis, daughter of the legendary Shari Lewis, joins us with the one and only Lamb Chop to share incredible stories, laughter, and nostalgia. Mallory dives into her mother’s remarkable career, …

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Feb. 10, 2025

Kenneth Kunken’s Story Proves You Can Overcome Anything

Sponsored by Harford County Health Department In this inspiring episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, we sit down with Kenneth Kunken, a man whose journey redefines resilience and determination. After a tragic football injury left him paralyzed in 1970, Ken refused to let his circumstances d…

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Feb. 5, 2025

Andrew Matthews on How to Be Happy & Overcome Life’s Challenge

Sponsored by American Auto Repair In this inspiring episode, host Rich Bennett sits down with internationally acclaimed author, speaker, and illustrator Andrew Matthews to uncover the secrets to happiness, resilience, and success. With over 8 million books sold in 48 languages, Andrew has dedicate…

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Feb. 3, 2025

Secrets to Marketing Success with Top Women in Business

Sponsored by Harford County Living In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, sponsored by Harford County Living, Rich sits down with four powerhouse women in marketing: Jennifer Hathaway, Grace Vohs, and Michelle Hayes. Together, they dive into the realities of social media marketing, th…

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Jan. 31, 2025

Unlocking Personality Secrets with Eric Gee

Sponsored by Chesapeake Podcast Network Have you ever wondered what your personality reveals about you? In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, we dive deep into the fascinating world of personality types with educator and author Eric Gee, author of The Power of Personality. Eric intr…

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Jan. 29, 2025

Deborah Heiser On Creating Meaningful Connections Through Mentorship

Sponsored by Four Seasons Landscape & Construction Services In this insightful episode, Rich sits down with Dr. Deborah Heiser, an applied developmental psychologist, TEDx speaker, and author of The Mentorship Age. Together, they dive into the transformative power of mentorship, discussing its pro…

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Jan. 20, 2025

Mother-Daughter Magic: Stephanie and Katelyn Guzman on Creativity

Sponsored by Chesapeake Podcast Network In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, sponsored by the Chesapeake Podcast Network, Rich sits down with mother-daughter duo Stephanie and Katelyn Guzman to explore their shared journey in creativity, resilience, and storytelling. Stephanie, a …

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Jan. 15, 2025

Austin Hill & Heather Murphy on Guiding Tomorrow’s Workforce Today

Sponsored by Eco-Cool HVAC In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich sits down with Austin Hill and Heather Murphy to discuss Harford Community College’s innovative workforce training programs. From welding and automotive services to customer service and logistics, Hill and Murphy…

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Jan. 13, 2025

Tammie Wingrove: The Art and Heart Behind Charcuterie Creations

Sponsored by Richardson Farms In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, sponsored by Richardson Farms, Rich sits down with Tammie Wingrove, co-founder of Full Circle Boards, to explore her journey from a cheese-loving hobbyist to a thriving charcuterie entrepreneur. Tammie shares how h…

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Jan. 10, 2025

Finding Strength in Adversity: Gail Taylor’s Remarkable Story

Sponsored by Tar Heel Construction Group In this inspiring episode, Rich Bennett sits down with Gail Taylor, a Canadian songwriter, keynote speaker, and author of Curveballs: A Deeply Personal Guide to Embracing Life's Challenges and Designing a Path Toward Mental Wellness. Gail shares her transfo…

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Jan. 8, 2025

Secrets to Leadership and Legacy with Elona Lopari

Sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit Union In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit Union, Rich sits down with Elona Lopari, CEO of The Life School, bestselling author, and business coach. Elona shares her journey from corporate executive to successf…

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Jan. 3, 2025

Inspiring Breast Cancer Stories with Pam Winnie, Delmonica Cobb & Jod…

In this heartfelt episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich celebrates 10 years of podcasting and revisits his very first episode with an inspiring conversation featuring Pam Winnie, Delmonica Cobb, and Jodi Gonzales. The guests share their powerful stories as breast cancer survivors and adv…

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Jan. 1, 2025

Celebrating a Decade of Stories and Community

On this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, we’re celebrating a monumental milestone—10 years of heartfelt conversations, laughter, tears, and connection. Join Rich as he reflects on the podcast's beginnings, the unforgettable moments that have shaped its journey, and what’s ahead for the n…

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Dec. 25, 2024

From Hollywood Battles to Literary Triumphs: Kay Oliver's Inspiring J…

In this inspiring episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich and co-host Michelle Hayes sit down with Kay Oliver, a Hollywood veteran turned award-winning author. Kay shares her incredible journey of resilience, from navigating the challenges of a male-dominated entertainment industry to surv…

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Dec. 23, 2024

From Layoff to Freedom: Tony Lopes' Real Estate Journey

Sponsored by Daniel McGhee and The Victory Team In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich welcomes Tony Lopes, CEO of Dirty Boots Capital, to share his journey from being laid off to achieving financial independence through real estate investing. Tony reveals how he transitioned f…

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Dec. 20, 2024

Chef Ron Milburn on Mystery Menus and Passion for Food

Sponsored by CleverCat Marketing In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich and his cohost Michelle Hayes sit down with Chef Ron Milburn, co-owner of a renowned wine bar in Havre de Grace, to explore his journey from a personal crossroads to culinary mastery. Chef Ron shares his ph…

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Dec. 18, 2024

From Open Mics to Comedy Specials with Ryan Lina

Sponsored by WHFC 91.1 FM In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich sits down with local comedian Ryan Lina to discuss his journey from open mics to headlining shows and recording his first comedy special. Ryan shares the hilarious story of how he got into stand-up comedy, the met…

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Dec. 9, 2024

Adventure, Resilience, and Freedom at Sea with Shane & Sandra Mummery

Sponsored by Eco-Cool HVAC In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich and co-host Wendy Beck chat with Shane and Sandra Mummery, an inspiring couple living an adventurous, self-sufficient life aboard their sailboat, Kyan II. They share their experiences navigating the Intracoastal Wa…

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Dec. 2, 2024

From Bullying to Resilience: Justine Rodes’ Mental Health Journey

Sponsored by Courage 365 In this inspiring episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett , Rich sits down with Justine Rodes, a mental health advocate and host of the Mentally A Badass podcast. Justine shares her journey of resi...

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Nov. 27, 2024

Nobody Cares Until You Do: Robert Hunt’s Guide to Accountability

Sponsored by Harford County Living In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich sits down with Robert Hunt, also known as The Accountability Guy and co-author of Nobody Cares Until You Do. Robert shares his journey of overcoming $90,000 in debt, the life-changing power of accountabilit…

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