Gary Guerriero is the co-owner U.S. Athletic Training and clinical director of Gary Guerriero P.T., P.C. Prior to opening U.S.A.T.C. in 1994, Gary was head Physical Therapist for the New York Rangers from 1983-1993. Gary also worked with the New York Knicks and the New York City Ballet. At the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, Gary was the Head Athletic Trainer for U.S.A. Baseball and U.S.A. Track and Field. His involvement with Team U.S.A. also included time with the bobsled, luge, and alpine events at the Olympic Training Center in Lake Placid, New York. In the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, Gary was the physical therapist and strength coach for the Modern Pentathlon.

Since opening U.S.A.T.C., Gary has treated numerous world-class and professional athletes, Billboards Top 100 artists and performers, industry icons, and business executives. He was named one of the "55 Best Trainers" in America and #1 in New York. He has been featured most recently in the Financial Times, New York Times, Daily News, Men's Health, Men's Journal, Elle Magazine, and numerous appearances on Eye Witness News with Dr. Jay Adlersberg. Gary has been treating patients for over 35 years and has close relationships with top orthopedic surgeons across the country. He holds a degree in Physical Therapy from Downstate Medical School.

With over 14 years of experience in supporting autistic and neurodivergent individuals and families, I am the Founder and Program Director at IRL Social Skills, a company that offers evidence-based, parent-mediated, and trauma-informed social and communication skills training using current neuroscience-backed nervous system education and UCLA's PEERS curriculum. PEERS is a proven and effective program that helps socially struggling individuals learn how to make and keep friends, gain and retain employment, and develop and sustain romantic relationships.

As a neurodivergent educator who specialized in alternative and augmented communication (AAC) for nonspeaking autistic students and served on autism evaluation teams as a speech-language pathologist, I lead a brilliant and diverse team of professionals who understand first-hand the challenges and opportunities of navigating our strange, sensational social world. I also serve as a member of the Oregon Commission for Autism, where I advocate for representation, resources, and support for the autistic community. My mission is to create a kinder, more inclusive world where everyone can thrive.

Yvonne E.L. Silver - Confidence Catalyst and CEO of Women & Wisdom Media – for women entrepreneurs seeking to Flourish!. She's a sought-after Speaker, Bestselling Author and Coach/Mentor - an Expert in Confident Conversations, increased Sales Velocity and Leading to Empower for a purposeful, sustainable life, with more fun and family beach time.  Yvonne draws on 30-years of business success with 8 start-ups, and as an Evolutionary Business Council Member and Radio Show Host which has a combined reach of over 500 million. Yvonne is a Certified Executive Coach, and Mentorship Chair, who was recognized with a "Women of Inspiration" Award.

She shares her wisdom blending her Reiki Practitioner and spiritual practices with designations of Certified Executive Coach, Chartered Professional in Human Resources, and is also a BANK IOS 6-Intelligences Certified Coach/Trainer and Certified EQ-i Consultant. She has been featured on CNTV, In The Limelight TV, on Sustainable Success - Voice America, League of Giants TV, The Winners Circle Podcast, and on WINGS of Inspired Business. 

Growing up in England with a father who returned from World War 2 with PTSD, she watched him drain the dignity out of her Mum, until she became a fragile shell of the professional woman she once was - she lost her voice and her power. After suffering from his abuse too, she rose up to help women to stand up, be heard and use powerful language to succeed in life and business.           

As the mother of a special needs son, Yvonne supports women who struggle with balancing their success with having a joy-filled, family life of freedom, to leave a proud legacy. Her son is now 26 and while he has accomplished great things so far in life, Yvonne's resilience evolved while advocating for his rights and needs, to become an Artist with a Cause, paying for 5 Operation Smile surgeries with artwork sales. https://globalnews.ca/video/2632388/painting-a-brighter-picture-calgary-artist-brings-hope-with-every-brushstroke

Jonetta Rose Barras found her voice, experiencing life as a poet, fiction writer, performing artist, and community organizer. Along the way she became a magazine feature writer, investigative reporter and contextual journalist. Her strength remains her ability to connect for the public seemingly unrelated issues, enabling them to better understand the impact public policy, politics and culture in America have on their lives.

These days Jonetta writes opinion essays and books. She also works with Esther Productions Inc. to inspire and empower fatherless girls and women.

Jonetta is dedicated to living her life with compassion, passion and without training wheels.

My guest Lori Spagna is a Multi-Dimensional Channel, Animal Communicator, Energy Healer, DNA Activator, and Transformational Coach, here to help spiritual seekers to heal, be, do, achieve, and experience what their Soul truly desires. Lori radically transformed her life after a series of near-death experiences and an ‘induction/abduction’ experience while living in Maui. She is a bestselling author who for over 20 years has transformed the lives of thousands of humans and animals. She offers seminars and workshops and provides Ascension Training and Channeled Guidance. Lori is perhaps most well known for her recognition of the deep and intimate animal~human connection in terms of how animals mirror their human’s behavioral, physical, and emotional tendencies. Lori also leads powerful DNA Activation Events, Sacred Government Circles, and Animal Energy Healing Circles where she assists people and their pets to improve their lives by tapping into their true power via The Universal Source which exists within and connects us all. 

Marcel Kuhn

Location: St. Gallen, Switzerland

Occupation: Marcel Kuhn - Visionary I Speaker I Bestselling Author I Coach I Surfer I Dad

Pitch:

Catching Waves and Empowering Dreams - I am passionate about sharing two important messages with the world.

1. - Is about Surfing to an Unthinkable Life and catching your dreams.

2. - STOKED - Empower Your Children to Catch Their Dreams - guides divorced dads to build relationships with their children, while they can't be physically present, practice self-love, and empower their kids to catch their dreams. As a surfer dad, I know firsthand the challenges of balancing parenthood, personal growth, and pursuing our passions. That's why I want to help other divorced dads to overcome these obstacles and become the best version of themselves, for themselves, and for their kids.

Through my experience and teachings, I want to help divorced dads and anyone who wants to live a life of purpose and fulfillment. Join me in exploring the unthinkable, catching our dreams, and empowering the next generation to do the same. Let's ride the waves of life together and positively impact the world.

BIOGRAPHY:

Marcel Kuhn is a Swiss visionary speaker, author, coach, father, dreamer, and soul surfer who passionately explores the edges of his comfort zone and what it means to create an unthinkable reality through FLOW: Finding Love and Oneness Within. Marcel has spent over a decade immersed in personal development, traveling globally to work with top experts, from coaches, speakers, and trainers to spiritual healers and shamans. Through his impeccable storytelling, discoveries, and practices, Marcel guides and inspires others to connect with their dreams and do the unthinkable while creating joy and fulfillment along the way.

In this episode, we’re joined by Daniel Sundahl, a paramedic and renowned photo artist whose compelling work captures the raw emotions and realities faced by first responders.  We also meet Dr. Peter Antevy, Medical Director for several EMS agencies in Florida, whose innovative approaches to pre-hospital care have garnered national attention. Following him, MaKenzie Tiegs, a former paramedic who has transitioned into a role that supports the mental health and wellbeing of EMS professionals, shares her journey and the lessons learned along the way.

Jason Patton, firefighter/paramedic, brings humor and light to the often intense world of emergency services, reminding us of the importance of laughter and camaraderie. Bryony Gilbey, director and producer of the documentary film 'Honorable but Broken: EMS in Crisis', offers a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges facing EMS today, highlighting the critical need for support and reform.

David Dufek, is the founder of XDcuff, a patented, stretcher-integrated limb restraint designed to reduce providers' exposure to accidental assault and improving speed of care.

Eric Chase, a speaker, educator, and podcaster known for EMSIMPROV, discusses the power of improvisation and communication in emergency situations, sharing strategies for enhancing team dynamics and patient care. And we hear from Derek O. Hanley, a photographer, paramedic, and disabled veteran combat medic, whose life story embodies resilience, dedication, and the unyielding spirit of those who serve.

Eric P. Williams, B.A., D.C.

Education:

• 1988 Doctor of Chiropractic, Palmer College, Davenport, Iowa
• 1985 Bachelor of Arts in Biology with minor in Chemistry - Knox College, Galesburg, Illinois
• 1989 Advanced Proficiency rating in activator methods
• 2020 CPR & AED certified by American Heart Association

Practice Experience:

• 1990 to Present Williams Chiropractic Center, Lisle, Illinois - Founder/Owner
  

  Friendly family-oriented chiropractic center purposed to treat infant aged patients to seasoned individuals. Spinal health and preventative application are the primary focus and approach for the WCC team.

• 1989 to 1990 Shepherd Chiropractic Center, Lisle, Illinois - Associate

Professional Organizations and Committees:

•  Board Member & Vice President (as of 2021)  of Education Foundation of Lisle Community School District 202, 2000 to current
• Adjunct Professor at National University of Health Science, Lombard, IL
• Appointed to the Knox College Alumni Council as a board member, 2019
• Twice a year speaker for Lisle Senior Park District
•  Nominated Citizen of the year for Naperville, 2003
•  "Official" doctor on the sidelines for the Lisle Senior High School football games, 1996-2020

Additional: Avid sports enthusiast; circuit training, basket ball and 5k running. Naperville resident for 25 years. Two lovely grown daughters.