Motivational Mondays: Conversations with Leaders

Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings, the founders of Earn Your Leisure and authors of You Deserve to Be Rich, challenge traditional notions of the American Dream. They argue that the widely accepted idea of financial success—owning a home with a white picket fence and achieving stability—does not reflect the realities of ma

Arlene Pellicane is a marriage advocate dedicated to helping couples build strong, joyful relationships. Through her books, podcasts, and speaking engagements, she challenges the narrative that marriage is inherently difficult, instead presenting it as a fulfilling and worthwhile commitment. Drawing from her own 26-yea

Tamar Huggins is reshaping the landscape of education and technology, combining innovation with equity. As the founder of Tech Spark, Huggins has created a platform that uses culturally relevant AI tools to address systemic biases in education while empowering students. Her groundbreaking Spark Plug platform offers sch

Dr. Alison Wood Brooks, a distinguished behavioral scientist and Harvard Business School professor, joined Motivational Mondays to discuss her groundbreaking research on the science of conversation. With her course Talk and award-winning studies on human interaction, Dr. Brooks has become a leading voice on improving c

Michele McCain's journey in the entertainment industry is nothing short of remarkable. As a global motivational storyteller, singer-songwriter, and actress, she has enchanted audiences worldwide since her debut at Shea Stadium with the legendary James Brown. With Broadway credits like Ain't Misbehavin' and collaboratio

Rich Holman is a vibrant 80-year-old and a dedicated advocate against sugar consumption. After experiencing a health crisis linked to metabolic syndrome, he uncovered the significant dangers sugar poses to chronic diseases. In his book, Killing You Softly, Holman shares his personal journey of recovery and emphasizes t