Ricky Santiago - Clinical Director, American Addiction Centers

Jon Cheney - CEO & Chief AI Officer, General Artificial Intelligence Proficiency Institute (GenAIPI)

Artificial intelligence is changing the way we work, lead, and solve problems - but are most businesses actually ready for what's coming? In this episode of The Voice of Hope, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Jon Cheney, CEO and Chief AI Officer of the General Artificial Intelligence Proficiency Institute (GenAIPI), to explore how AI is reshaping business and why leadership - not technology - is the key to successful adoption.  Jon explains "vibe coding," why anyone can now build software without technical experience, and how AI can eliminate repetitive work so people can focus on creativity, relationships, and meaningful problem-solving. He also shares why he believes AI will create more opportunities than it eliminates, the importance of protecting human agency, and how faith, family, and personal values shape his approach to leadership.  Whether you're excited about AI or worried about being left behind, this conversation offers practical guidance, hope, and a clear first step to confidently embrace the future.

Dr. Somava Saha - President & CEO, Well-being and Equity (WE) in the World and Well Being In the Nation (WIN) Network

What if mental health isn't just an individual issue, but a community one? In this episode of The Voice of Hope Podcast, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Dr. Somava Saha, physician, public health leader, and founder of Well-being and Equity (WE) in the World, to explore the powerful connection between belonging, community, and healing. Drawing from her experiences growing up in India and leading large-scale health transformation efforts in the United States, Dr. Saha challenges the idea that we are meant to do life alone. Together, Ken and Somava discuss why loneliness has become one of the greatest threats to wellbeing, how systems and structures shape mental health outcomes, and what it means to move from independence toward interdependence. The conversation also explores collective wellbeing, trauma, health equity, peer support, and the idea of becoming a "better ancestor" by creating healthier systems for future generations. If you've ever wondered why connection matters so deeply to healing, this episode offers a hopeful and practical perspective on building communities where everyone belongs.

Martha Fling - Founder & CEO, Casa Amara

On this episode of The Voice of Hope, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Martha Fling, Founder and CEO of Casa Amara and former President and CEO of the Ackerman Institute for the Family, to explore the powerful connection between family dynamics, healing, and mental health. Martha shares her unique journey from wealth management to behavioral health and explains why money, success, and outward achievement don't always translate into emotional well-being.  Together, they discuss the lasting impact of COVID on families, the importance of treating the family system—not just the individual—and how parents can become more attuned to the emotional needs of their children. Martha also offers practical insights on communication, emotional safety, and why curiosity may be one of the most important leadership traits in both families and organizations.  Whether you're a parent, clinician, leader, or someone seeking deeper connection in your relationships, this conversation is filled with wisdom, compassion, and hope.

Shayna Jackson - Chief Behavioral Health Officer, Signature Health

On this episode of The Voice of Hope Podcast, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Shayna Jackson, Chief Behavioral Health Officer at Signature Health, to explore the powerful intersection of trauma, healing, and hope. Drawing from both her personal story and more than three decades of experience serving trauma survivors, Shayna shares how early life experiences, access to opportunity, and supportive relationships shaped her journey into behavioral health. Together, Ken and Shayna discuss the lasting impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), the neurobiology of trauma, and why healing requires more than simply "talking it out."  The conversation also dives into the challenges facing today's mental health system, including access to care, workforce shortages, and the growing need for integrated, whole-person treatment approaches. Shayna offers practical advice for families supporting loved ones through mental illness or trauma and shares why she remains hopeful about the future of behavioral health.  If you're a parent, clinician, caregiver, or simply someone who believes healing is possible, this conversation is filled with wisdom, compassion, and hope.

Daniel Hochman, MD – Founder, SelfRecovery.org

What if addiction [https://www.selfrecovery.org/blog/addiction/] isn't really about the substance? In this episode of The Voice of Hope Podcast, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with psychiatrist, psychotherapist, and SelfRecovery.org [https://www.selfrecovery.org/] founder Daniel Hochman, MD [https://www.selfrecovery.org/daniel-hochman-md/], to explore a different way of understanding addiction and recovery. Daniel explains why addiction is often an attempt to regulate difficult emotions rather than simply a problem of willpower or discipline. Together, they discuss the role of trauma [https://www.selfrecovery.org/blog/trauma/], shame, relationships, self-mastery, and the deeper emotional patterns that keep people stuck. This conversation offers a compassionate and empowering perspective on healing - one that focuses less on controlling behavior and more on understanding the underlying causes of suffering. Whether you're struggling personally, supporting a loved one [https://www.selfrecovery.org/supporting-loved-ones-addiction-toolbox/], or working in behavioral health, this episode provides practical insights and hope for lasting change.