Local Episodes

Sponsored by Harford County Living After being fired from her federal government job, Megan Ewing didn’t crumble; she transformed. In this powerful episode, Megan shares her deeply personal journey of rebuilding her life and redefining success. From overcoming imposter syndrome to launching two …

Sponsored by Tar Heel Construction Group In this inspiring episode, Martin Grams shares the journey of founding The Screaming Bean, a community-driven coffee shop in Aberdeen, Maryland. Martin discusses how the café goes beyond serving exceptional coffee by actively supporting local charities, f…

Sponsored by Window Depot of Baltimore In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett , Rich and co-host Tammie Wingrove sit down with country music industry veteran Lee Adams to discuss her debut novel, Love on Tour . Lee shares her journey from a Willie Nelson-obsessed teen to a high-ranki…

Sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit Union Amanda Hickman, Executive Director of the Humane Society of Harford County, and longtime team member Erin Long join Rich and cohost Michelle Hayes to discuss the life-saving work happening behind the scenes at the shelter. From the challenges of open-adm…

Sponsored by Eco-Cool HVAC What if one simple act of kindness could spark a global movement? In this powerful episode, Rich Bennett talks with Luke Mickelson, founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace , who left behind a successful sales career to build beds for children in need. What began in his gara…

Sponsored by Elite Power Washing In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett , actor and filmmaker Ben Getz joins Rich to discuss his journey from local theater to creating the indie horror-comedy film Gothic Slayers . Ben shares behind-the-scenes stories, the challenges of low-budget fil…

Sponsored by Living Well Healthcare In this inspiring episode, Rich Bennett sits down with members of the Amputee Friends Group and Real Life Prosthetics to discuss their journeys of resilience, recovery, and community. Through humor, honesty, and mutual support, they share how they’ve turned pe…

Sponsored by Eco-Cool HVAC In this powerful episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett (or is it Conversations with Wendy now?), we spotlight the unsung champions of Maryland Wellness. Rich and cohost Wendy Beck sit down with Leann, Ralph, and Ashia to explore how PRP services are transforming m…

Sponsored by Rage Against Addiction Join Rich Bennett and cohost Wendy Beck as they sit down with Ruby Comer and Laura Dahl to uncover the powerful story behind the Bethesda Transformation Center, a faith-based recovery home for women. From personal loss to divine purpose, they share how their m…

Sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit Union In this heartfelt episode, Becky Galli and Polly Winde Surhoff reflect on 25 powerful years of impact through Pathfinders for Autism—a nonprofit born from personal journeys and fueled by community. They share the origins of their mission, the evolution o…

Want to build a high-performance organization? In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, host Rich Bennett and cohost Greg Derwart sit down with Ryan McShane, founder of HR Evolution, to reveal the secrets to creating thriving workplaces, boosting employee engagement, and leading with imp…

In this powerful episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich and co-host Wendy Beck sit down with Damian & Alicia Bloss to discuss addiction, guilt, and the road to recovery. Damian shares his deeply personal battle with alcoholism, the weight of his past trauma, and the life-changing moment t…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Sponsored by Eco-Cool HVAC In this special Veterans Day episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, sponsored by Eco-Cool HVAC, Rich shares heartfelt reflections on his time in the Marine Corps. Through personal stories of resilience, brotherhood, and humor, he explores the deeper meaning of servi…

Sponsored by Daniel McGhee and the Victory Team In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Tommy Schumacher shares his transformative journey with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). He discusses the organization's expansive mission, local and global community outreach, and how sp…

Sponsored by Daniel McGhee and the Victory Team In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, sponsored by Daniel McGhee and the Victory Team, Rich talks to Alisha Garlie, founder of Welcome Home Interior Design. Alisha shares her journey from growing up immersed in design to founding her bu…

In this haunting episode, Rich Bennett is joined by podcasters and friends Brad Cox and Derek Pentz to share spine-chilling stories of the paranormal. Recorded in a building with its own eerie history and a possible spirit presence, the crew uses a spirit box to see if any energies are lurking near…

Sponsored by Tar Heel Construction Group In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, sponsored by Tar Heel Construction Group, Rich sits down with Steve Sendldorfer to discuss the urgent need for new talent in the trades, especially in the electrical field. They explore the challenges of f…

Sponsored by Rage Against Addiction In this Conversations with Rich Bennett episode, sponsored by Rage Against Addiction, co-hosted with Wendy Beck, Mia Ellis shares her heartfelt story about losing her sister, Dana, to a fentanyl overdose. The conversation explores the emotional toll of addicti…

Sponsored by Eco-Cool HVAC In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich is joined by children’s author D.A. Jennings to discuss her beloved book series featuring Kip the mouse. Jennings shares how her books teach children valuable life lessons through fun and imaginative stories. She a…

Sponsored by Daniel McGhee and the Victory Team In this powerful episode, Rich Bennett sits down with Michele Love and Daniel McGhee to explore their deeply transformative journeys of faith, recovery, and resilience. Michele shares her story of overcoming addiction, abuse, and toxic relationships …