Episodes
Dr. Mark Hicks on Learning Love and Rebuilding Relationships
Sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit Union In this heartfelt and transformative episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett , Dr. Mark Hicks—counselor, minister, and author—shares the five essential components of love from his ...
How Podcasting and Purpose Changed Ben Albert’s Life
Sponsored by Harford County Chamber of Commerce What happens when your world collapses and you're left with nothing but a bottle of whiskey and broken dreams? For Ben Albert, it became the turning point. In this energizing and heartfelt episode, Ben shares how he rose from being furloughed during…
Plant Music, Spiritual Growth & Clarity with Tigrilla Gardenia
Sponsored by Four Seasons Landscape & Construction Services In this powerful episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Tigrilla Gardenia shares her extraordinary journey from Microsoft engineer to Cirque du Soleil performer to spiritual eco-community leader. Now a nature-inspired life coach a…
The Truth About Health, Habits & Self-Worth with Esther Avant
Sponsored by Eco-Cool HVAC In this inspiring episode, Esther Avant—coach, speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the To Your Health podcast—joins Rich to discuss how small, sustainable changes can lead to big transformations. From her early passion for fitness to becoming a military spouse and succ…
Rich Bennett on Rumors: The Hidden Threat to Communities
In this thought-provoking solo episode, Rich Bennett dives deep into the destructive power of rumors—how they spread, why they take hold, and the devastation they cause to individuals, businesses, and entire communities. Through real-world examples and a heartfelt call to integrity, Rich explores h…
Understanding Empaths with Karen Pizza: Are You One Too?
Sponsored by Harford County Living Rich sits down with Karen Pizza for a candid and often humorous conversation about what it means to be an empath. They explore how empaths absorb others' emotions, how this gift can lead to anxiety or trauma, and the ways Karen helps people clear their energy …
Fundraising Mistakes Nonprofits Keep Making (And How to Fix Them)
Sponsored by Tar Heel Construction Group In this engaging roundtable, Rich Bennett sits down with nonprofit consultant Katie Ramirez, alongside co-hosts Greg Derwart and Robyn Burke, for a candid discussion on the realities of nonprofit work. They dive into the importance of strong boards, smar…
Surviving, Healing, and Rising Strong with Jessie Torres
Sponsored by Real Life Prosthetics Jessie Torres shares her extraordinary story of surviving sexual abuse, the tragic murders of both her brothers, and an abusive marriage. Through fierce grace, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of healing, Jessie turned her pain into a powerful mission to h…
Tanya Gioia on Love, Addiction, and Finding Freedom
Sponsored by Harford County Living When Tanya Gioia’s husband got sober five days before Christmas, she thought the hardest part was over—but the real journey had just begun. In this heartfelt conversation, Tanya shares how she navigated life as a wife, mom, and coach while rebuilding trust, set…
Reinventing Life And Space With Stephanie Jackson
Sponsored by Your Pet AuPair When life crumbled around her—art career, finances, marriage—Stephanie Jackson hit rock bottom. Instead of giving up, she rebuilt her life and launched Practical Sanctuary, pioneering Sensory Interior Design, a unique blend of neuroscience, psychology, and art to cr…
Freestyle, Family, and Finding Freedom with Gavin Masumiya
In this powerful episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Gavin Masumiya shares his emotional journey from a shy, self-conscious child to a confident speaker, coach, and musical artist. Through freestyle rap, public speaking, and deeply personal songwriting—especially after the loss of his mothe…
Michael Morgan On Networking That Actually Changes Lives
Send us a text Sponsored by American Auto Repair In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett , Michael V. Morgan shares how intentional networking transformed his career trajectory—from Penn State and a fraternity brot...
Building Community After Divorce with Bethany, Hillary & Friends
Sponsored by Living Well Healthcare In this heartfelt and humorous episode, Rich Bennett reunites with Bethany Pace, Hillary Livingston, and introduces Morgan and Matt to discuss the explosive growth of Sincerely, Divorced, a powerful support community for people navigating divorce. They share …
Fireworks, Freedom, and the Founding Fathers
In this special Independence Day episode, Rich Bennett explores the true meaning and powerful history behind July 4th. From the colonial struggle against British rule to the signing of the Declaration of Independence and its lasting legacy, Rich dives deep into the origins, traditions, and evolving…
Why Podcasting Is the New Networking with Seth Goldstein
Sponsored by Chesapeake Podcast Network In this candid and insightful episode, Rich Bennett chats with Seth Goldstein, a former journalist turned digital marketing expert and podcast coach. Seth shares how his career in journalism led to burnout and PTSD, and how he rebuilt himself through web …
How Romance Authors Are Reshaping Love, Lust & Literature
Send us a text Sponsored by WHFC 91.1 FM In this vibrant, unfiltered conversation, Rich Bennett sits down with romance authors Cardyn Brooks, Kristie Wolf, and Samantha Heil to explore the booming world of romance literature—...
Julie Matzen Reveals What Most Marketers Get Wrong
In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, marketing powerhouse Julie Matzen joins Rich and co-host Michelle Hayes to share how her innovative platform, Boarderline, is transforming the way small and mid-sized businesses access expert marketing advice. Julie explains how AI, strategic plan…
The Surprising Way Meridee Hlokoff Beat Addiction
Sponsored by CleverCat Marketing In this eye-opening episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Meridee Hlokoff shares her powerful story of starting smoking at age 11, battling addiction for years, and finally quitting through a unique method: Cold Laser Therapy. But her journey didn’t end th…
From Fired to Fearless: Megan Ewing’s Entrepreneurial Rebirth
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 …
The Screaming Bean Story: Purpose Over Profit with Martin Grams
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…
Rick Cheatham on Surviving Grief, Healing Marriage, and Leading Men
Sponsored by Maryland Pickers Rick Cheatham’s story is one of incredible resilience, raw honesty, and deep transformation. A former firefighter and current marriage coach, Rick opens up about his battles with addiction, his near divorce, the murder of his son, and a devastating injury that left …
Resilience, Recovery, and Growth with Michael Ostrolenk
Sponsored by Eco-Cool HVAC In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich talks with performance coach and strategist Michael Ostrolenk. From learning meditation and biofeedback at age nine to training with Navy SEALs and launching Team Fudoshin, Michael shares how his unique path of s…
Lee Adams on Writing, Country Music & Love on Tour
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…
How Sophia Torrini Rewired Her Mind and Body for Health
Sponsored by Daniel McGhee and The Victory Team In this transformative episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett , Sophia Torrini shares how she turned a life-threatening medical crisis into a journey of profound healing. After surviving a misdiagnosis and unnecessary surgery that left her near…