Episodes

He’s an American classic, a true Renaissance Man! Livingston Taylor is a best-selling singer-songwriter and beloved entertainer. He’s still a traveling troubadour as well as long time teacher at the Berklee School of Music. Most of all, he’s one of the most interesting chaps I’ve met in my travels. 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.

John Holland was born with an extraordinary gift, one that he uses as a psychic medium and spiritual teacher. He’s written many best-sellers and has appeared on several national TV shows. John explains what it means to “connect with the other side,” and he shares insight into dimensions of spirit. 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.

David J. Smith is an educator who loves his work, exciting his students about the world and geography. He’s the author of several world-wide best-sellers including “If America Were a Village,” “If the World Were a Village,” and “If: A Mind-Bending New Way of Looking at Big Ideas and Numbers.” Meet the man who makes geography fun and has done a lot as an educator to bring people together! Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 400 podcast episodes and currently hosting 16 sh...

Dot those I’s and cross those T’s, today’s guest is here to celebrate the English language! He’s Dr. Santo J. Aurelio, grammarian, expert court reporter, lecturer on the subject of language and the author of “How to Say it and Write It Correctly Now,” a fine reference guide for language lovers. Santo appeared with me dozens of times on my late night WBZ radio show, and was one of the show’s most popular guests. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 400 podcast episodes and...

Meet Kerry Brett, acclaimed photographer and podcaster. Kerry is the daughter of another of my “On Mic” guests, award-winning Boston Globe photographer Bill Brett. Talent runs in the family. She’s photographed tons of famous faces and more Now Kerry has embarked on a timely new podcast called “Shot @ Love,” which helps single people navigate the challenging world of online dating in a fun, enlightening way. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 400 podcast episodes and cur...

Meet Jill Sherer Murray, the Ted Talk sensation and author of the book “Big Wild Love: The Unstoppable Power of Letting Go.” Jill joins the podcast to talk about getting unstuck, the cultivation of self-love and the incredible benefits of letting go, all leading to more fulfilling relationships and much more satisfaction with love. Jill’s Ted Talk was seen by millions. Hear her story and you might be inspired to develop your own path to “Big Wild Love!” https://letgoforit.com Jordan Rich is Bost...

Meet author, commentator, historian and playwright Jack Beatty, longtime writer/editor for the Atlantic Magazine and NPR analyst. His latest project is a two-man play entitled, “The Battle Not Begun: Munich 1938.” It’s a look at the dramatic meeting between British Prime Minister Chamberlain and Adolph Hitler that resulted in the famous announcement of “peace in our time.” A year after their peace agreement, Germany launched the second world war. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appea...

In this bonus double episode, we celebrate hard work and dedication to helping others, that is so much of what America is all about. This 4th of July, I am saluting two fine organizations. Ed Mitchell heads up the Veterans Northeast Outreach Center, providing housing, jobs, counseling and support to veterans. It is an inspiring program being modeled by other veterans organizations around the country. Plus, a conversation with Bruce Platzman, CEO of AIS Office Furniture, a company that marshaled ...

Meet a married couple on a worthwhile mission. Jay and Shira Ruderman head up The Ruderman Family Foundation that believes inclusion and understanding of all people is essential to a fair and flourishing community. Through their efforts they have contributed to improving the lives of people with disabilities, shining a light on Hollywood, the sports world, education and business and offering constructive ways to treat all people with dignity, kindness and respect. They epitomize what philanthrop...

Meet Stephanie Raffelock, host of the podcast Coffee Table Wisdom that celebrates mid-life as a bold revolution that encourages creativity, activity and vibrancy. She’s also here to talk about her wonderful new, “A Delightful Little Book on Aging,” a perfect companion for anyone on the magical journey of life. 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.

Bill Boggs practically wrote the book on interviewing the famous. With a multi decade career in television including stints with all of the major networks, PBS, the Travel Channel and more. Plus Bill has written an off-Broadway play and other books including his new hilarious novel, “The Adventures of Spike the Wonder Dog: AS Told to Bill Boggs. We tell stories about some of his favorite interviews, working with Morton Downey, Jr., the art of the interview and more! Jordan Rich is Boston’s busie...

Meet Bob Coughlin, president and CEO of the Massachusetts Biotechnology Council. Bob’s organization boasts over 1300 members in the highly diverse life sciences industry throughout the Bay State and beyond. He offers an upbeat assessment of the work ongoing to get control of the Covid-19 virus, along with many other exciting developments in the field of life science, medicine, health care and technology. Massachusetts is a major hub for ideas and results and on today’s podcast Bob brings us a po...

Meet radio pro Bob Bronson who has returned to host mornings in Boston at WROR 105.7. Bob is a proud navy veteran and native New Englander, blessed with a glorious voice and engaging personality that has made him a success in the industry. He scored high ratings early on in Boston, had a successful run as a program director in the New Hampshire market, and for ten years was number one in New York City as morning host at 106.7 LITE-FM. Join us as we talk about the changing radio business, lessons...

Casting is an integral part of any production. Meet the co-owners of Boston Casting, one of the nation’s top casting companies. Angela Peri and Lisa Lobel are seasoned pros and along with their team can do it all – feature films, independent films, TV series, commercials, voice-overs and more. For a full and impressive list of credits visit their site BostonCasting.com.
On this episode, we explore the state of the entertainment industry and how it’s been affected by Covid-19, what a casting dire...

Making his third visit to the podcast, great friend Brad Meltzer presents his latest historic thriller, “The Lincoln Conspiracy: The Secret Plot to Kill America’s 16th President – and Why It Failed.” Everyone knows the story of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. You’re about to learn more about the conspiracy to kill him before his first inauguration and how history as we know would have changed had it not been for courageous investigators such as Alan Pinkerton and America’s first female private ...

Hooray for Hollywood! More specifically Hooray for the women who made extraordinary contributions to American cinema for over 100 years. It’s all documented in a beautiful book of photos and essays from the silent era to todayccalled “Hollywood: Her Story, an Illustrated History of Women and the Movies.” Authors Jill Tietjen and Barbara Bridges unveil rarely told stories about pioneering women writers, producers, directors and actresses. A treat for film fans. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest pod...

Entrepreneurs such as today’s guest Ben Pleat, founder and CEO of Live Cobu (Cobu standing for ‘community building) is all about bringing people in large apartment and condo complexes together. Now, more than ever, the need is great to build connection. With the free Cobu app residents can easily engage with one another through chats, interest groups, social gatherings and they can discover local businesses. The need is great and technology is offering solutions! Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest ...

Recovery from the Corona Virus pandemic will happen on many fronts – medical, educational, social and of course economic. How will profit and not-for-profit organizations retain customers and begin growing their businesses again? A lot of it will depend on successful branding. Today’s podcast guest is Roger Sametz, CEO and Founder of Sametz Blackstone Associates, a brand-focused strategy, content, design and web consultancy. We’ll explore why branding is more important than ever and how to reach...

We extend our great appreciation to all front-line responders during the unprecedented Covid-19 Pandemic. My guest represents one faction of these valiant responders. On today’s podcast, an exclusive interview with General Joseph L. Lengyel, serving as the 28th Chief of the National Guard Bureau and as a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff in Washington, D.C. The General shares news about the overall response of the Guard during the crisis, as well as the National Guard’s proud history protecti...

“The Show Won’t Go On: The Most Shocking, Bizarre, and Historic Deaths of Performers Onstage.” is the first book of its kind, an exploration of a neglected though legitimate section of entertainment history — performers who died onstage. The book is a celebration of lives and careers in many genres of show business, both famous and obscure who have all have one thing in coming – they all died “doing what they loved.” My guests are the authors comedy historian Jeff Abraham and writer, producer, d...

Meet Loren Paul Decker, pastor of LifeHouse Church in Middleboro, Massachusetts. Loren recently launched his own podcast called Soul Chaser. That also happens to be the title of his inspiring new book “Soul Chaser: Devotions to Anchor the Soul.” You’re going to hear two old pals, from different religious backgrounds, agree on many matters of the soul, the human condition and the eternal chase for meaning, one very much worth having. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 40...

Get set to meet Marilyn Abrams, co-creator of one of the most prolific and hilarious theatrical experiences in modern history. “Shear Madness” is celebrating it’s 40th anniversary as one of the longest running shows ever. Seen by over 12 million people, the show is as witty, creative, fun and surprising as ever. Jordan Rich is Boston’s busiest podcaster, appearing on over 400 podcast episodes and currently hosting 14 shows. To connect with him, visit www.chartproductions.com.

Meet Mark Ramsey, media strategist, researcher, best-selling writer and the creator/ host of a series of movie podcasts including “Inside Psycho,” “Inside The Exorcist,” “Inside Jaws,” and “Inside Star Wars.” These high concept podcasts weave together great writing, fascinating untold stories about the moviemakers and some of the best sound design you’ll hear anywhere. Enjoy our conversation about the movies, the story behind them and the crafting of captivating audio! Jordan Rich is Boston’s bu...

In a special bonus episode, we took our show on the road and recorded an episode about “the art of podcasting” at the new Staples Connect/iHeart Podcast studio in downtown Boston. Staples Connect is a new concept launching in the Boston area with plans to expand nationwide. Staples is offering a variety of services to growing businesses including office space and meeting rooms, design services, workplace support and yes state-of-the-art podcast recording facilities with experts on hand to help f...