Episodes

Sam Thiara has created a personal journey as a storyteller, writer, workshop facilitator, problem solver, educator and entrepreneur. His goal is to engage individuals in their personal and professional development and has been recognized by the Governor General of Canada for his work in the hundreds of individuals he has mentored and the thousands he has engaged. Sam’s signature tagline is, “Everyone’s life is an autobiography, make yours worth reading.”

Byron Edgington is a Vietnam veteran helicopter pilot, a 40-year commercial pilot, and an award-winning author. He retired from aviation in 2005, then returned to college, and received his Bachelors in English and creative writing at age 63. In 2012 was awarded The Bailey Prize in prose. His latest book PostFlight: An Old Pilot's Logbook was written with young aspiring pilots in mind, especially young women which are hugely underrepresented in the aviation world. What do you think Makes him TICK?

Julie Hartz is a scientist and the co-founder of Womars, an initiative that coordinates all-female astronaut analog missions, conducts impactful scientific research, and provides women with hands-on experience in space analogs and extreme environments. Julie is the crew commander of the first Womars Mission ONE set to launch in October 2021, and in this exciting episode, she shares mission details and her own journey in becoming a big space exploration and women in space advocate!

After a short Summer Breal, Back2Basics returns with a Solo Episode of Host Leticia Latino sharing some reflections of where HOME is for her. Having been born in Venezuela, from Italian parents, marrying a dutch man and having two American kids, this is a question that has always been very hard for her to answer. Listen up and you are sure to end up reflecting on where is home for you as well.

As President and CEO of the Wireless Infrastructure Association, Jonathan Adelstein has the huge responsibility of representing nearly 200 companies devoted to building wireless broadband facilities that connect every corner of America. In this episode, the former FCC Commissioner, shares how his desire to bring wisdom into Government, wanting to make a Difference and most importantly committing to understand America set him on his path to fullful the passion of wanting to make a positive impact for the greater good.

Carlee Hayes, is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and Lead Nutritionist on a mission to help people become the healthiest version of themselves. She's a big promoter of Continuous Glucose Monitoring technology to oversee nutrition, and hopefully, change the world. This is a very informational, eye-opening episode, where you will become aware about why even healthy people should also monitor their blood glucose levels. Besides the science and research, Carlee also shares her unique journey to be in a place where she gets to do something she's so passionate about.

Dr. Gail Gross, is a nationally recognized family, child development, and human behavior expert, author, and lecturer who is frequently called upon by national and regional media to offer her insight on topics involving family relationships, education, behavior, and development issues. This powerful and insightful episode touches on pretty much every relevant subject in life. Learning to cope with loss, why having "meltdowns" is important, how to develop your baby's brain and how being authentic all throughout your life can lead you to become a larger you. Dr. Gross's blogs deal with every life and family issue you can imagine and for that, she is a recipient of the 2021 Independent Press Awards in the category of How-To. This episode is truly pure wisdom!

Sydney Weiss is a lawyer and the host and executive producer of Seek The Joy Podcast, featured in BuzzFeed's "27 Podcasts You Need To Start Listening To In 2018", Winner "Best Podcast" 2019 New Media Film Festival, and Finalist “People’s Choice” 2019 Discover Pod Awards. Seek The Joy Podcast is heartfelt storytelling and conversations on all things self-love, joy, connection, wellness, empowerment, and spirituality. Because you listen to us, we know that you will also enjoy Sydney's journey and about her commitment to Seek the Joy!

After losing her dear mom at an early age, Jeanette Brown realized a very important lesson, "Life just goes on". In this energetic and authentic episode, Jeanette shares her journey, how she learned how to communicate and pay attention to stories and narratives and how she became a top Public Relations Executive. Realizing how the ups and downs of her journey have led her to where she's now, founder and owner of her own PR firm. Life has thought her to celebrate Uniqueness instead of fighting it. Listening to how she has made it, will definitely inspire you to pursue whatever your heart desires.

After a lengthy illness set his career back for nearly three years, Paul McGee decided to support others on their "change Journey" and he created the SUMO Approach. He is also a multiple Best-Seller Author and a sought-after motivational speaker. He has helped hundreds of thousands of people around the world achieve better results in life and have more fun in the process. This is one of the most empowering episodes of Back2Basics. Enjoy!

Mindfulness practice has made such an impact in the lives of Cheryl Vigder Brause and Stephanie Falk, that they embarked on a mission to share this transformative practice with as many people as possible! By creating Pause to be Present, a virtual meditation Studio they help others getting mentally fit while boosting health and well-being.

Heather Waring has lived with a self-care philosophy since She was diagnosed with burnout and adrenal fatigue. What she didn’t realize at the time is that the diagnosis ended up being one of her life gifts. It forced her to stop. By examining and reevaluating what she needed and what she didn’t, she rediscovered her love for walking and she eventually founded "1 Million Women Walking".

Laura and Barry Ash are a husband and wife team with a very ambitious goal, to help create a world in which it's impossible for anyone to fail with their health and well-being, by exposing the flaws in the weight loss industry blueprints and helping build pathways to real, sustainable personal transformation. Do you feal sometimes stuck with your own health/wellbeing regime? Their own story and shared wisdom will for sure get you unstucked!

There is no better medium for connection than story and Kylie Slavik is the living proof of that. In this powerful episode Kylie shares how she never thought that overcoming years of addiction would lead her to become a highly sought copywriter and brand storyteller in the transformation space, but it did. She is living proof that life moves in mysterious ways and success might just be around the corner!

Andy Lopata is an Author, an internationally acclaimed Professional Speaker, a Relationship Strategist and the Host of The Connected Leadership Podcast. He is a big advocate of Harnessing the potential of powerful professional relationships and of the importance of Just Asking for what you need. When was the last time you did that?

From growing up in communist Rumania to being named Director of Non-operating Room Anesthesiology (NORA) at Weill Cornell Medicine in New York, Dr. Diana Anca's journey is nothing but inspiriring. Her commitment to raising patient awareness around critical subjects such as how owning an Iphone 12 could be a serious health hazard for you if you have a pacemaker is unparalelled. She also shares her love for New York City, Shoes and the Opera, her story is the definition of the American Dream!

Dennis Pitocco is the Founder & CEO of 360° Nation, encompassing a wide range of multimedia enterprises, including BizCatalyst 360° —an award-winning global media digest; 360° Nation Studios —dedicated to reaching across the world in an effort to capture, produce, and deliver positive and uplifting messages. Everything Dennis does is carried out "for-good" vs. "for-profit", reflecting his belief that it’s time for a renaissance of pure, unbridled wonder. Time to renew in both our hearts and in our souls more joy, more kindness, more compassion, more understanding, and that magical sense of truly belonging to something greater than the status quo. Listen up to learn what Dennis and his organization is going to to bring the spirit of “humanity at its very best” back to the forefront.

Shamis Pitts is the Founder and Owner of Pitts Leadership Consulting. She has embraced wellbeing and mindfulness as her tools to connect with peace and joy to help her navigate the world. Her commitment is also around helping others achieve the same goal. She is Certified Professional Coach, a thought leader, keynote speaker and a human capital consultant. This episode has a bit of everything, diversity, religion and spirituality, call to action and full blown inspiration.

Candace Johnson is a Global Infrastructure, Network, and Innovation Expert, Entrepreneur and Angel Investor. In this energetic and insightful episode, Candace shares that her incredible success and achievements have been a result of her commitment to personal responsibility. All of the multiple companies she has founded were born with the vision of righting a wrong and creating change for the greater good. There is incredible professional and personal wisdom in this episode. If you are an entrepreneur, and innovator or a changemaker you will particularly enjoy this one!

Best-Selling Author, entrepreneur and world-renowned speaker Seth Godin joins Leticia Latino in our 100th Episode! This is for sure a milestone episode. not only for what it marks but also because Leticia considers Seth Godin one of the most influential "teachers" in her own life. From his latest book The Practice, to what skills would he have Leticia's kids learn to be able to make an impact in their lives, this is one thought-provoking episode! Enjoy and Happy Birthday Back2Basics!

We live in a culture of criticism and anxiety that drains our joy and tells us all the things we should be doing. It’s a ShouldStorm! But luckily for the world, Dr. Alison Escalante who is a Pediatrician, TEDx Speaker, and Writer, developed The Should-Free Parenting method, a parent-child relationship game-changer. In this amazing episode, she shares the hope that we CAN step out of the anxiety epidemic and enjoy our lives. This episode is a must-episode for all but especially for parents!

Dr. Patricia Fogarty Mack is the Vice Chair for Patient Safety and Quality Improvement at Department of Anesthesiology at Weill Cornell Medicine. She advocates for patient safety and quality above all. In this engaging Back2Basics conversation, besides she shares with host Leticia Latino the importance of being open to new things in life and how you can discover what you are passionate about even despite your own self. Learn more about Dr. Fogarty Mack at: Patricia (Fogarty) Mack M.D. | Linked...

Ken Grouf entrepreneurial spirit has guided his career in both the private and public sectors. His journey has led him to be an investor, a CEO, an executive, and a board chair on the successful founding teams of over six companies. He's the definition of an active citizen and inspires others to understand that there's a lot of good each one can do in our communities. To him, the journey is all about impact and passion.

Deborah Heiser holds a PHD in Applied Developmental Psychology with a specialty in redefining what being older looks and feels like. She Founded The Mentor Project because of her conviction that magic happens when you pair a child to older adults to be mentored, this approach is bringing STEM mentors to schools and the community. She is a Tedx Speaker, 92nd Street Y Speaker, Adjunct Professor, award-winning researcher, consultant and coach.