Previous Shows
Impact with John Shegerian produces new episodes every week. Visit regularly to explore our archive of past conversations below.
September 10, 2020
Gaining and Losing with Anthony Lolli
Despite Anthony’s external success, he was struggling. Growing up, he was always a bigger guy, but when he achieved business success, Anthony felt like it was time to focus on what really matters – his health. After numerous failed attempts to get fit: trying the latest diets, working with the best trainers and jumping on […]
September 9, 2020
A Mission for Sustainability with Leonard Robinson
Leonard Robinson is a proud father and grandfather, has traveled a very distinctive career path in his life. Currently residing in Atlanta Georgia, he has a successful track record in the private; public and non-profit sectors with over forty-five (45) years of experience in environmental management and sustainability. He has run the unusual path of […]
September 8, 2020
Providing Youth with Technology with Andrea Wood
Andrea Wood is the Vice President of Social Impact at Best Buy. In this role, she leads Best Buy’s social impact initiatives focused on helping teens from underserved areas prepare for the tech-reliant jobs of the future. Prior to coming to Best Buy, Andrea served in a similar role on the Community Relations team at […]
September 3, 2020
Fixing It with Kyle Wiens
Kyle Wiens is the CEO of iFixit, the free repair manual. He’s dedicated his life to defeating the second law of thermodynamics, a battle fought in the courtroom as often as in the workshop. The Right to Repair campaign has, so far, successfully legalized cell phone unlocking and tractor repair. A dropped laptop in a […]
September 2, 2020
Finding Motivation with Rob Oliver
Rob Oliver is a speaker, author and podcast host. At 21 years old he sustained a paralyzing body surfing injury that forced him to evaluate his life, self-worth and success. He speaks internationally and has received the “Best of…” Award as the top-rated Motivational Speaker in his hometown of Pittsburgh… twice! John Shegerian: This edition […]
September 1, 2020
Having a Human Connection Alongside Technology with Mark Sadovnick
Mark is a Partner and Chief Human Element Officer for 5th Element. Mark has built a reputation over 30 years for trust, commitment and an ability to make a difference with management, candidates, and their families. Recognized by Business Week as one of 150 most influential headhunters in the world, Mark gained business and international […]
August 27, 2020
Going the Distance with Jared Blank
In January 2018 I ran the World Marathon Challenge (7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days) to raise awareness and $50,000 for the International Dyslexia Foundation. Why? Because at the age of five I was diagnosed with Dyslexia and Sensory Processing Disorder, and with the support of my incredible family and community, I beat […]
August 26, 2020
Making a Difference with Petri Hawkins-Byrd
Petri Hawkins Byrd is the Bailiff on JUDGE JUDY, which has been the #1 show in first-run syndication for 10 consecutive seasons. The Emmy Award-winning program returned for its 24th season on September 9, 2019. A native of Brooklyn, N.Y., Hawkins Byrd (“Byrd”) received his Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice from John Jay […]
August 25, 2020
Getting Stronger and Healthier with Krista Stryker
Krista is the author of the new book, The 12-Minute Athlete: Get Fitter, Faster, and Stronger Using HIIT and Your Own Bodyweight and a leading fitness and mindset expert. She is the founder of 12 Minute Athlete and the 12 Minute Athlete app as well as a writer, TV guest/host, and motivational speaker. From trying […]
August 20, 2020
Bringing Ideas to Life with Matt Tullman
Matt has started, invested in, and advised companies in the education, personal tech, and health industries. He is now focused on ending preventable diseases through plant-based nutrition and lifestyle medicine. To this end, Matt co-founded and currently serves as CEO of No Meat Brands, which owns a growing portfolio of wellness companies, including No Meat […]
August 19, 2020
Easing Compliance in Healthcare with Julie Sheppard
Julie Sheppard is a nurse, an attorney, and certified in Healthcare Compliance by the Compliance Certification Board. Married to a physician, her understanding of healthcare compliance issues grew from education, experience, and personal interest. With the increase in compliance challenges facing healthcare providers, Julie was inspired to create a practical, comprehensive healthcare compliance solution, and […]
August 18, 2020
Growing the AI Industry with Michael Weiss
Michael spent 3 years working to bring a worlds fair back to the U.S. before starting Ai4, which is the gold standard community for the growing AI industry that connects Fortune 500 companies, AI startups, investors, government AI leaders, and top academics. John Shegerian: This edition of the impact podcast is brought to you by […]
