Apr 25, 2025 Vincent Tomeo - Poet & Historian Who Went Blind for a Year

May 23, 2025 David Francisco - American Idol Contestant, Spinal Cord Injury Survivor, Motivational Speaker

After surviving a car accident that left him paralyzed, David Francisco's story was one of the most viewed auditions of the 2018 American Idol season. He joins the show to share his inspirational story about overcoming the odds and adapting to a new way of life, even while continuing his career as a singer, songwriter, producer, motivational speaker, and dad. Website: DavidFranciscoMusic.com [https://www.davidfranciscomusic.com/]

May 16, 2025 Dr. Glen Robison - Scored a 7 on the ACT, Becomes a Successful Surgeon

Dr. Glen Robison shares his breathtaking account of resilience, discovery, and the pursuit of purpose. Once told he would never succeed, he courageously stepped into the unknown and rose stronger to fulfill his calling as a surgeon and humanitarian. His story proves that the answers we seek, and the life we dream of, often emerge when we embrace uncertainty with faith and determination. Book: Show Them: Stepping Into the Unknown to Find the Answers [https://www.amazon.com/Show-Them-Stepping-Into-Answers/dp/B0GS87Y8GC/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DRldhHx4vREnTRNybsF5v8rCFaS5lV-xbIc-ehVdoi8.91n07-94OVrKFsJuq2c093lGOGUkL03odSWJ-TlJC-s&qid=1779063846&sr=8-1] Website: DrGlenRobison.com [https://www.drglenrobison.com/]

May 9, 2025 Ron Nelson - Sold Millions of Famous Copper Postcards and Had 650 Blood Transfusions

Ron Nelson's copper postcards were everywhere! Did you ever pick one up at the Statue of Liberty? He sold millions of the unique copper postcards. He also designed and manufactured CD covers for some very famous people, including Madonna. Ron tells us all about his interesting professional life as well as the slew of health problems that he's had to face. The guy has had 650 blood transfusions, cancer, and other medical problems, and he took care of his wife for 17 years as she battled serious health issues. Ron tells us how he was able to maintain a positive outlook through it all. Website: RonNelsonBooks.com [https://www.ronnelsonbooks.com/] Book: Engraved: The Upbringing Of A Caregiver [https://www.theewingspublishing.com/product/engraved-the-upbringing-of-a-caregiver/]

May 2, 2025 Beth Watter - Disabled Son Becomes Eagle Scout, Artist, & More!

Beth Watter's son Nick had heart surgery at less than a year old, his lungs collapsed, and he suffered brain damage due to loss of oxygen. Doctors told Beth to put her son in an institution, but she refused. This is a story of inspiration and resilience as Beth found the strength and support she needed and Nick continues to defy the odds and thrive despite his limitations. Books: Champions, We Are [https://www.amazon.com/Champions-We-Are-Beth-Watter/dp/B0GMZT58RY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=38RK9SQH8WG7H&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.VCNp_WdyUrgeommCK-eJI0i3yVZm53g7AZgfm_F_iBpszjUrwXOcgsVnCouWdQI4BPwh5pigkMYSXub2eq9Bgw.gk1Eyj85JkxRoC_41TlkgXHgHNbjn7-S4DPJY1j3z4g&dib_tag=se&keywords=beth+watter+champions%2C+we+are&qid=1777855505&sprefix=beth+watter+%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-1] The Making Of Champions [https://www.amazon.com/Making-Champions-Beth-Watter/dp/1966477694/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=SglmF&content-id=amzn1.sym.f8e88413-4697-42ea-9bf7-b28eb886330d&pf_rd_p=f8e88413-4697-42ea-9bf7-b28eb886330d&pf_rd_r=143-1513981-6873735&pd_rd_wg=UZnmi&pd_rd_r=56cb1604-581b-4c6a-9ea9-56548384f2de]

Apr 25, 2025 Vincent Tomeo - Poet & Historian Who Went Blind for a Year

Vincent Tomeo is a poet and history teacher who's been all over the world. He has over 1000 published poems/essays. He even survived cancer and went blind for a year due to multiple sclerosis. He's humorous, cultured, and has won several awards for his writings. You'll enjoy hearing him talk about his experiences and what's important in life. Books: My Cemetery Friends: A Garden of Encounters at Mount Saint Mary in Queens, New York [https://www.amazon.com/My-Cemetery-Friends-Garden-Encounters/dp/1778833527/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1762469612&sr=8-1%3Ftag%3Dtalmednet-20] The Usefulness of Hippopotamus: A Humorous Chapbook for Trying Times [https://www.amazon.com/Usefulness-Hippopotamus-Humorous-Chapbook-Trying/dp/B0CJDQP43S/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?tag=talmednet-20] Definition: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord).  Note: this episode originally aired on 11/8/25