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Marine Corps combat veteran and former police officer Joe Smarro shares his powerful journey from the battlefield to the forefront of mental health advocacy. Known for his role in the Emmy Award–winning documentary Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops, Joe opens up about childhood trauma, military service, a…

Dr. Albert Bramante joins Conversations with Rich Bennett to discuss how the mental “scripts” we live by can sabotage our growth, even when we appear successful. A former talent agent turned psychology professor and mindset coach, Dr. Bramante shares his personal journey of battling imposter syndro…

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 ...

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...

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—...

Sponsored by Harford County LivingAfter 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 Window Depot of BaltimoreIn 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 Four Seasons Landscape & Construction ServicesIn this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich sits down with Maria Chapman, a remarkable entrepreneur and advocate. Despite battling rare neuromuscular conditions, Maria rebuilt her life through writing and founded Connected …

Sponsored by Harford County LivingIn this powerful episode, Rich Bennett sits down with Katharine Giovanni, a three-time award-winning author, international speaker, and forgiveness coach. Katharine shares her journey of overcoming trauma, addiction, and loss, and reveals her unique seven-part …

Sponsored by Serenity Salt Spa In this powerful episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, author Mia Hanks shares the deeply personal and emotional journey behind her memoir Bride-Made. After nearly three decades in a covertly abusive marriage, Mia opens up about the red flags she missed, the…

Sponsored by WHFC 91.1 FM Amanda Kenderes joins Rich Bennett to reveal the transformative power of her "Talk Types" model—a revolutionary framework developed over 35 years that breaks down the three core reasons humans communicate. From interpersonal growth to corporate dynamics and AI therapy,…

Sponsored by Harford County Health DepartmentIn this impactful episode, Rich Bennett interviews Shruti Sethi, the founder of Awaana Health, a nutritionist, cancer coach, and cancer survivor, who recounts her extraordinary journey of overcoming cancer holistically. Shruti elaborates on her trans…

Sponsored by Daniel McGhee and The Victory TeamMental health advocate, author, and speaker Carolyn Sophia Skowron joins Rich Bennett to share her raw and powerful journey from childhood bullying and a life-changing diagnosis to surviving a traumatic car accident and becoming a voice for hope an…

In this inspiring episode, Rich Bennett sits down with Frank Healy, one of only about 100 people in the world with hyperthymesia, the ability to remember every day of his life. Frank shares how he turned this rare and often overwhelming gift into a tool for healing, becoming a licensed therapist an…

Dale Walsh joins Rich Bennett to share his remarkable journey from a schizophrenia diagnosis to becoming a recovery coach and prolific poet. In this raw and inspiring conversation, Dale opens up about battling stigma, discovering purpose through writing, and the creation of his Live Love coaching m…

Sponsored by American Auto RepairThomas Brown joins Rich to share his deeply personal journey through grief after losing his brother to suicide, and how a 7,000-mile cross-country bike ride became a path to healing, purpose, and self-awareness. From toxic masculinity to the power of storytellin…

Sponsored by Tar Heel Construction GroupDrewbie Wilson joins Rich Bennett to share how he turned his life around—from tipping the scales at 315 pounds to becoming a 7-figure sales leader and entrepreneur. He breaks down the mindset, discipline, and daily habits that help him (and his clients) c…

Sponsored by Eco-Cool HVACStep into history with author and retired firefighter Andrew Serra as he joins Rich Bennett to discuss Hell’s Hundred Acres, his gripping novel about the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire. From first responder insight to untold immigrant stories, Andrew brings the …

Sponsored by Richardson FarmsFrom lacrosse fields to the shelves of Whole Foods, Gregory Vetter’s wild journey took a homemade salad dressing and turned it into a $300M clean food brand—only to lose it all. In this raw and revealing conversation, Greg opens up about bold risks, painful lessons,…

Sponsored by Chesapeake Podcast NetworkIn this powerful episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, author and wellness advocate Karen Dittman shares her inspiring journey of faith, resilience, and overcoming life’s toughest challenges. From navigating adoption, anxiety, ADHD, autism, and addic…

Sponsored by Window Depot of BaltimoreIn this powerful episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Jessica Morris shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming addiction, childhood trauma, and finding faith. She introduces the concept of personal eschatology—a transformative process of spiri…

In this powerful episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, drug prevention expert Ray Lozano shares his deeply personal journey growing up in a family affected by addiction. From witnessing the devastating effects of drugs on his loved ones to dedicating his life to educating youth and parents, R…

In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Evgeniy Kharam shares powerful insights on overcoming fear and mastering soft skills to succeed in sales—whether in cybersecurity, tech, or any industry. He breaks down how to turn fear into confidence, connect with clients, and win more deals by …

Sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit UnionIn this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, publishing expert Terry Whalin reveals the insider secrets to landing a book deal and navigating the complex world of traditional publishing. With decades of experience as an author, editor, and acquisi…