Episodes

Today we welcome Dr. Christopher Quigley , author of “After the Crash : A Comprehensive Guide for Victims and Attorneys to Recover Your Health and Protect Your Rights.” Dr. Quigley is chief chiropractor at Charles Street Family Chiropractic in Boston’s Back Bay. For nearly three decades he and his skilled team of professionals have administered help to thousands of patients. Listen in as we discuss the benefits of chiropractic care, dispel any fears or myths some may have, and discuss current re...

David Skal is the expert on all things monsters! He’s the author of several great books on the horror films of Hollywood and the legend of Dracula. A respected cultural historian, David is very proud to be known as a “monster kid,” and shares with us insight into the Universal move monsters and much more. The perfect Halloween podcast for your listening pleasure! On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 4...

Andris Nelsons is the esteemed music director and conductor of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. He joins us talk about the return of live music at Symphony Hall, the enormous impact music has on our lives, and his life path that has led him to conduct music across the world. On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 400 podcast episodes and currently hosting 16 shows. To connect with him, visit www.chartprod...

Liz Hauck is the author of the highly acclaimed new book, “Home Made: A Story of Grief, Groceries, Showing up — and What We Make When We Make Dinner.” This young teacher tells the story of her living out a dream of her late father to begin a cooking program that would instill hope, dignity and a sense of community in the lives of troubled teenager. Rich in character and dialogue, it’s a relatable tale that will touch your heart. On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Am...

Meet Martin Dugard, co-author of the mega-hit series of “Killing” history book thrillers with Bill O’Reilly. Today Martin joins us to talk about a solo project entitled, “Taking Paris: The Epic Battle for the City of Lights.” It’s a fascinating inside look at the Nazi capture of Paris and the efforts of Charles De Gaulle, FDR, Churchill, General Patton and Eisenhower to recapture it from Rommel and Hitler. And shift momentum in Europe during WWII. On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” n...

T.F. Murphy is a Chicago-based writer who focuses on stories that probe the depths of human experience. He is educated in both philosophy and literature, as well as having a love of film, all of which influence his work. He’s an avid reader of classic literature, loves spending time in the great outdoors, and hopes to inspire others to think outside their comfort zone. His opus of a debut sci-fi novel is entitled, “The Ways of God to Men, Vol 1”. On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” no...

Today’s guest is definitely the bearer of good news. More specifically, The Power of Good News, which just happens to be the title of his latest book. Meet Hal Urban, writer and internationally renowned speaker who relays the research that shedding light on the positive is indeed much healthier for our brains, our hearts, our society. It’s time to end bad news overload. Hal is just the guy who can help! On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Bosto...

Today a chat with actor/musician Ted Neeley, most famous for his star turn as Jesus in the legendary Andrew Lloyd Weber musical “Jesus Christ Superstar.” Ted has played the role on stage over a thousand times and appeared in the title role in the iconic film version directed by Norman Jewison. We hear Ted’s thoughts on playing the Son of God, and of course his other pursuits in acting and music. We also promote his upcoming appearance with longtime friend and co-star Yvonne Elliman at the Regent...

Darrell Byers is CEO of a pioneering nonprofit called Interise, utilizing a wide net of mentors, many of whom are alumni, in countless communities throughout America. Interise helps small businesses succeed in countless ways. Many of these business are minority owned. Darrell leads an energetic team dedicated to giving small businesses what they need to flourish. Their track record is impressive. Join us and listen to the plans Interise.org has to do even more! On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair ...

Bonnie Hagemann is the co-author of a new book called “The Courage to Advance: Real Life Resilience from the World’s Most Successful Women in Business.” She interviewed dozens of women from around the world who have overcome challenges to reach the top of their professions. One of the subjects in the book joins the discussion. Roberta Sydney is a nationally recognized leader in board service and happens to be married to Jordan. Women take the lead in today’s episode with inspiring stories for w...

Rick Wills is one of Rock N Roll’s greatest bass guitarists. This legendary artist got his start in Cambridge, England in the 1960’s and ultimately played with David Gilmour, Peter Frampton and of course the multi-platinum group Foreigner. Rick is back on the road this summer with Foreigner and reflects on the music business and how much fun he’s having today. On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 400...

Bob DiCicco is a strong advocate of the Great American Songbook, and as a fine singer and cabaret artist he has entertained thousands with his beautiful voice abilities as a storyteller. But along with our conversation today about music and art, Bob shares a personal tale of nearly losing his fight against Covid 19, how he valiantly clawed his way back to health, and how appreciative he is of the fans and friends who were pulling for him. It’s a story of rebirth and recovery that will stay with ...

Meet Kate Isler, author of “Breaking Borders.” She shares her incredible story of blazing business trails in the early days of Microsoft, uprooting her family to live in foreign lands, and making more than just one leap of faith to pursue her dreams. On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 400 podcast episodes and currently hosting 16 shows. To connect with him, visit www.chartproductions.com.

From her unique vantage point, Diane Hessan paints a picture of a nation deeply divided by politics, but not as polarized as one might fear. Diane is a superb listener, interviewer and journalist whose work is motivated by a deep sense of concern and patriotism, and she shows us that our common ground crosses the partisan divide, and gives us hope that this country can rediscover its united purpose. We talk with Diane about her book, Our Common Ground. On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Rad...

Innovation is alive and well! Meet one creative guy Steven Bock, Founder of a dynamic new marketing enterprise called Swaponz. It’s a challenge to succeed in a busy culture. Listen to how one company is doing it! On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 400 podcast episodes and currently hosting 16 shows. To connect with him, visit www.chartproductions.com.

Matt Haig is an international best selling author with over three million books sold. His children’s books, novels and works of non-fiction have delighted fans around the world. The author of the award winning novel “The Midnight Library” is out with his latest called “The Comfort Book. ” I think you’ll agree, it’s just what the doctor ordered for a stressed out world. On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on ...

Dan Bullock is a language and communications specialist/trainer at the United Nations Secretariat, training diplomats and global UN staff. Dan is also a college professor at NYU with expertise in languages, negotiation and communication. Raúl Sánchez is an award-winning clinical assistant professor and the corporate program coordinator at New York University’s School of Professional Studies. He has designed and delivered corporate trainings for Deloitte and the United Nations, as well as been a ...

Meet Doug Ross, entrepreneur, business consultant and creative dynamo who loves to dive into what makes for success. He’s helped scores of clients advance their ideas along with pragmatic time-tested methods. From local single-owned businesses to large corporate ventures, Doug has added the knowhow and spark to help many achieve success. Now his wisdom and sharp wit is available to all in a terrific book called, “Spark, Click Go: How to Bring Your Creative Business Ideas to Life.” Listen for tip...

Dick Syatt is a long-time friend and colleague who has loved radio since he was a kid. He began his talk radio career very early in major markets such as Dallas before making his way to Boston to launch WRKO The Talk Station some decades back. He’s a fine interviewer and raconteur with limitless curiosity and energy. Dick also developed and hosted the iconic Hotline Dating Show on radio, long before online matches became the rage. Settle back and enjoy a fun trip down radio memory lane with a gr...

Today we welcome Bob Katzen, entertainer, disc jockey, reporter and nostalgia fan. Something unscripted and hilarious happens as Bob REFUSES to talk about himself. Instead the tables are turned and he interviews old Jordan@chartproductions.com. Turned out to be a lot of fun for me and I hope you enjoy some of the backstory that this probing journalist and wise guy uncovers! On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appeari...

Don Bentley is an American of service with a background that sounds more like that of a fictional hero. He was an Apache helicopter pilot winning medals for service in Afghanistan, then a special agent for the FBI and a member of the elite Dalla Office Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team. He’s also a best-selling novelist of the Matt Drake thriller series. Now Don is stepping into the Tom Clancy universe , penning the new Jack Ryan Jr. action packed thriller “Target Acquired.” You won’t be a...

For years women have made up the majority of college-educated workers in the country. Still the wage gape persists and women are underrepresented in the workforce, particularly in leadership positions. Harvard Business School professors Colleen Ammerman and Boris Groysberg explain why the disparity still exists and what is being done to correct it. Their book “Glass Half-Broken: Shattering the Barriers that Still Hold Women Back at Work” is a superb resource for managers and leaders at all level...

It’s one of the hottest books of the summer and we’re thrilled welcome the author. She’s Mary Dixie Carter with her debut novel “The Photographer,” now garnering terrific reviews. Mary offers insight into this intriguing psychological thriller, what she believes makes for a successful novel, and she loving recalls her famous show-biz parents, the late Dixie Carter and Hal Holbrook. Conversation with a writer’s writer! On Air: My Fifty Year Love Affair with Radio,” now available at Amazon. Jorda...

Meet a young man who has never let physical limitations slow down his dream of writing and performing music. I met Michael Maloney when he was barely into his teens. His parents were Michael’s number one promoters and hoped that I would mention him on-air. Once I heard his music and learned more about this remarkable young man, I just had to invite him to join us in studio. He wowed the audience and since then has been composing and performing both in the U.S. and Europe. His music is heartfelt,...