By the time Bob Paris was 23 years old he was a Mr. America and a Mr. Universe. In a matter of four years he went from being a homeless teenager to World Champion, becoming one of the most respected, celebrated, and photographed athletes in the history of bodybuilding. Since then, he has traveled the world speaking on topics ranging... read full bio
Julie Newmar graduated from high school at age 15 and soon became a ballerina with the Los Angeles Opera. Following her Broadway debut dancing in Silk Stockings, she drew attention as sultry temptress Stupefyin' Jones in Broadway's Li'l Abner. By the 1960s, Newmar was starring on TV in My Living Doll, playing a robot in the sitcom. But it was... read full bio
Sylvia McNairs three-decade career has led her to the musical realms of opera, oratorio, cabaret and musical theater. Her journey has taken her from the Metropolitan Opera to the Salzburg Festival, from the New York Philharmonic to the Rainbow Room and the Ravinia Festival. Reviewed by publications to include The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, the London Times... read full bio
Barbara Dleinsky's books sell. Her niche She writes about the emotional crises that we face in our lives. Readers identify with her characters. They know them. They are them. She is an everyday woman writing about everyday people facing not-so-everyday challenges. Her novels are character-driven studies of marriage, parenthood, sibling rivalry, and friendship. Barbara was diagnosed with breast cancer twelve... read full bio
Dean Karnazes might just be the fittest man in the world, writes Mens Fitness. As an internationally recognized endurance athlete, Karnazes has done what few people thought humanly possible. Always wanting to do more, to give more, to help others in need, Karnazes has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for charity through his running and sports career. He has... read full bio
J. Dennis Hastert, former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, joined Dickstein Shapiro in 2008 and is co-leader of the firms Public Policy & Political Law Practice. Speaker Hastert served from January 6, 1999 until January 3, 2007 and was the longest-serving Republican Speaker in history. He was elected to the House in 1987 and served Illinois 14th Congressional... read full bio
For Scott Verplank, staying on top of his diabetes with frequent blood glucose testing means staying on top of his game for the Professional Golf Association (PGA) Tour. When Scott Verplank tees off, he has more to consider than the other golfers hes up against on the course. From 32 years of having diabetes, Verplank has learned that he must... read full bio
Dr. Barry Taylor is a trained Naturopathic Physician and healer who has practiced Naturopathic Medicine since 1978. His conventional and alternative diagnostic and therapeutic skills have continually proven successful with many complicated conditions such as weight management, allergies and compromised immune functioning, hormone imbalances as well as digestive and musculoskeletal challenges. He is passionate about educating, guiding, and teaching his... read full bio
Anthony Natale is an America actor who has been seen in a number of film and television series. Being deaf, Natale went to the boarding school for the deaf and went on to graduate from California State University Northridge with a Bachelor of Arts in film production and a minor in theater arts. Natale made his debut television role in... read full bio
Barbara Barrie is an American actress, singer, author, and speaker, best known for her roles on television, stage, and film including, Helen Nana in Suddenly Susan, Mom in Breaking Away, Alcmene in Hercules, and more. She studied at Del Mar College before transferring to University of Texas at Austin where she graduated with a B.A. degree in Drama. During her... read full bio
Barry Peterson is a correspondent on CBS News. During his time as a correspondent, Peterson has reported on things like wars, fashion, international news and cultures, natural disasters, and more. He has also had the honor of interviewing huge celebrities and leaders of war some of which include, Pierce Brosnan, Sir Anthony Hopkins, and more. Peterson has been recognized with... read full bio
An award-winning journalist and one of the country's most renowned physicians, Dr. Bob Arnot knows the steps it takes to help you reach peak performance. In intelligent, high-energy presentations, this best-selling author of twelve books, former chief medical correspondent for NBC, and the face of Google Health reveals the state of healthcare today, and how 21st century developments are helping... read full bio
Dr. Dave Hnida was a forty-eight year-old physician from Littleton, Colorado, when he volunteered for a tour of duty as a battalion surgeon in Iraq. Three years later, he returned for another stint, this time to run the ER of a Combat Support Hospital (CSH)—a modern-day MASH unit in the brutal desert war zone. Paradise General: Riding The Surge At... read full bio
Josh Sundquist is a motivational speaker, bestselling author, cancer survivor, and a Paralympic athlete. His work has been featured on outlets like, BBC, Buzzfeed, CNN, People, ESPN, Forbes, MTV, New York Times, Sports Illustrated, Today, and USA Today. Some of Sundquists books include, the national bestseller, Just Dont Fall, Love and First Sight, and We Should Hang Out Sometime. Sundquists... read full bio
Dr. Bernard Siegel retired from his practice as an assistant clinical professor of general and pediatric surgery at Yale to speak to patients and their caregivers. He originated Exceptional Cancer Patients, a specific form of individual and group therapy utilizing patients' drawings, dreams, images and feelings. ECaP is based on carefrontation", a safe, loving therapeutic confrontation, which facilitates personal lifestyle... read full bio
Geralyn Lucas is a breast cancer survivor, author and cancer detection activist. At only 27, Lucas was diagnosed with breast cancer, shaking her young world. She shares her incredible journey in her memoir, Why I Wore Lipstick: To My Mastectomy. Having been diagnosed at an early age, Lucas thought it was important to share her story with others to... read full bio
Lorna Lufts acclaimed career has encompassed virtually every arena of entertainment. A celebrated live performer, stage, film and television actress, best selling author, recording artist and Emmy nominated producer . Concurrent with her theatrical career, Lorna is a gifted live performer frequently featured as a concert artist at the worlds most prestigious venues including The Hollywood Bowl, Madison Square... read full bio
Michelle McGann is an American professional golfer who has had to face many challenges. She has become a role model to many around the country. At the age of seven, Michelle began to play the sport. She gained a lot of success as a junior golfer. She won various titles and became a Rolex junior First-Team All American. At the... read full bio
The first person with diabetes to reach the South Pole, Will Cross is a world class athlete whose achievements have been covered by various television and radio shows. He has also appeared in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, The New York Times, Explorers Journal, and GQ. Cross 2004 Mt. Everest expedition had a reach of over... read full bio
The author of Monkey Dancing: A Father, Two Kids, and a Journey to the Ends of the Earth, published by PublicAffairs in Spring, 2003. Monkey Dancing won the Colorado Book Award and was translated into Italian and Korean. PublicAffairs published Powder Burn: Arson, Money and Mystery on Vail Mountain, an investigation into the costliest act of ecoterrorism in U.S.... read full bio
