Episodes

May 4, 2026

Close Up Radio Spotlights Dr. Arun Swaminathan and Dr. Vijaya Kolachalama of SSM Health

Dr. Swaminathan, recently honored by the Global Directory of Who’s Who for his excellence in epilepsy and neurological research, is recognized for his dedication to advancing patient care and research. Dr. Kolachalama is known for his leadership in AI and computational methods in medicine, and his lab’s commitment to unbiased, data-driven science. Together, the two leaders are working together on a new wave in neurology, where clinical skill and artificial intelligence work hand-in-hand for bett...
May 4, 2026

Close Up Radio Spotlights Katherine Flechaus LCSW of Aligned Core Life Coaching

Founded by Katherine Flechaus, a licensed clinical social worker with 30 plus years of experience, Aligned Core Life Coaching helps women untangle self-defeating beliefs and find realistic strategies for thriving at home and at work
May 4, 2026

Close Up Radio Spotlights Counselor and Mentor Kathy Harris

As a counselor and mentor, Kathy Harris has dedicated her life to returning to her essence, the love that dwells within
May 4, 2026

Close Up Radio Spotlights Don Farrell of Fresh Revenues

Don Farrell is the Founder and Chief Cultivating Officer of Fresh Revenues. Fresh Revenues provides tactical, results-guaranteed training in sales, service, leadership, and culture for businesses worldwide
May 1, 2026

Close Up Radio Spotlights Real Estate Agent Payne Sharpley of Payne Sharpley Group

Payne Sharpley is a leading Silicon Valley real estate agent and founder of Payne Sharpley Group, specializing in luxury, investment, and new development properties across California
May 1, 2026

Close Up Radio Spotlights Therapist and Equestrian Performance Coach Kristi Seymour of The Equestrian Mind

Kristi Seymour is a licensed clinical therapist, equestrian performance coach, author, and the founder of The Equestrian Mind
May 1, 2026

Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Retired Professor of Occupational Therapy Glen Gillen of Columbia University

Healthcare is rapidly evolving, and Dr. Glen Gillen, recently retired Professor of Rehabilitation, Regenerative Medicine, and Occupational Therapy at Columbia University, remains a strong advocate for keeping the human connection at its core
May 1, 2026

Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcome Back Internal Medicine Physician Dr. Nirmala Kishun of Dr. Kishun Consulting Group

Dr. Nirmala Kishun is the founder of Kishun Consulting and a practicing internal medicine physician with fifteen years of experience
April 30, 2026

Close Up Radio Spotlights Retired Anesthesiologist and Inventor Dr. Mark Silverberg of HEATJAC™

Dr. Mark Silverberg is a retired anesthesiologist, inventor, business owner, and songwriter. After a distinguished medical career spanning three decades, he continues to offer practical solutions for the real-world challenges faced by healthcare professionals and beyond. His latest project, HEATJAC™, embodies his drive to keep everyone comfortable and safer no matter where life takes them
April 30, 2026

Close Up Radio Spotlights Academic and Life Coach for Historians and Humanist Scholars Arthur Patton-Hock

Though officially retired from Harvard, Arthur Patton-Hock remains as mission-driven as ever. He has channeled his passion for helping others into his coaching practice, supporting scholars and thinkers as they navigate uncertainty and pursue meaningful work
April 30, 2026

Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Award-Winning Author Kay A. Oliver

Kay A. Oliver is a top-rated author who cut her creative teeth in a newsroom and then in Hollywood
April 30, 2026

Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Addiction Therapist and Author Rev. Karen E. Herrick PhD of the Center for Children of Alcoholics

Dr. Karen Herrick, PhD, is the Director of the Center for Children of Alcoholics and a pioneering author, educator, and therapist. With decades of experience in grief counseling, spiritual psychology, and family therapy, Dr. Herrick is recognized for her insights into the intersection of science and spirituality. She is a frequent lecturer, teacher, and the author of multiple books
April 30, 2026

Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Emeritus Professor Tamu Chambers of Hudson Valley Community College

Tamu Chambers is an author, Emeritus Professor at Hudson Valley Community College, and advocate for educational and social justice
April 29, 2026

Close Up Radio Spotlights Custom Home Builder and Remodeler Clark Brooks of Innovative Craftsmanship

Clark Brooks is the owner of Innovative Craftsmanship. He specializes in a wide range of services, including custom homes from the ground up, hillside drilling, luxury residential remodeling, and commercial tenant improvements such as gyms, salons, offices, and high-end restaurants
April 29, 2026

Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Workplace Psychologist Dr. Christine Allen of Insight Business Works

Dr. Christine Allen PhD is the president of Insight Business Works, a coaching and consulting firm based in Syracuse, NY. She calls herself a Workplace Psychologist, using her psychological training and developmental and systems orientation to help organizations be more successful
April 29, 2026

Close Up Radio Spotlights Music and Acting Teacher Joan Elizabeth Boettger of Encore Music & Arts

Joan Elizabeth Boettger is the owner of Encore Music & Arts. She works with students of all ages and experience levels. Since 2001, she has become a trusted mentor and instructor for aspiring performers, hobbyists, and seasoned artists alike
April 28, 2026

Close Up Radio Spotlights Fintech Project Manager and Social Media Influencer Shankari Thiagarajan

Shankari Thiagarajan holds an MBA and an MS in Information Systems, with extensive experience managing global projects in technology, aviation, and pharma. She continues to inspire colleagues and subscribers with her insights on leadership, technology, and the human side of the workplace
April 28, 2026

Close Up Radio Spotlights Seasoned Mortgage Financing Professional Lauren Suhre

Lauren Suhre, a trusted mortgage financing expert serving Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey, recently marked her 40th anniversary in the mortgage industry
April 28, 2026

Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Chief Gene Saunders of Project Life Saver International

Founded in 1999 by Chief Gene Saunders, Project Lifesaver International is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing timely responses to families with lost loved ones. Project Lifesaver also reduces potential injury for adults and children who wander due to Alzheimer’s, dementia, autism, or other cognitive disorders. The organization has partners in law enforcement, fire/rescue, and community agencies throughout North America
April 28, 2026

Close Up Radio Spotlights Data Architecture and Analytics Consultant Pete Stiglich of Data Principles LLC

Founded by Pete Stiglich, Data Principles is a Phoenix-based data architecture and analytics consulting firm, helping organizations untangle complexity, improve data quality, and make smarter decisions
April 27, 2026

Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Author, Translator, Editor, and Publisher Robert L. Giron of Gival Press

Robet Giron is a gifted author, translator, editor, publisher, and the founder of Gival Press
April 27, 2026

Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Missionary and Author Leoma G. Gilley of Leoma’s Books

Leoma G. Gilley is a writer, linguist, and founder of Leoma’s Books. Returning to the Close Up Radio Podcast, she will discuss her latest literary developments and share wonderful anecdotes of her years in Africa, particularly the Sudan
April 27, 2026

Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Personal Injury Attorney Marc L. Shapiro

Marc L. Shapiro Esq. is the founder and principal attorney at The Law Offices of Marc L. Shapiro. He has over three decades of experience focused on personal injury law, representing plaintiffs in cases where vehicular accidents or other situations resulted in life altering injuries and even wrongful death
April 27, 2026

Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Internal Medicine Physician Dr. Nirmala Kishun of Dr. Kishun Consulting Group

Dr. Nirmala Kishun is the founder of Kishun Consulting and a practicing internal medicine physician with fifteen years of experience