In this episode of The Daily Helping, we’re joined by Wayne Forrest, a transformational coach, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author of The Inner Warrior: The Power Within. Wayne’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and the unwavering power of the human spirit. At 25, Wayne’s life changed in an instant when a rugby injury left him paralyzed. A fiercely independent farmer and athlete, he suddenly found himself unable to move, facing an uncertain future. The weight of that reality was overwh...
Mar 24, 2025•31 min
In this heartfelt episode of The Daily Helping, we pay tribute to the legacy of John Ruhlin, a visionary in the art of radical generosity and the founder of Giftology. Joining us is Sara Hardwick, the community relationship strategist at Giftology, who is continuing John’s mission of fostering authentic and meaningful connections. John's philosophy was simple yet transformative: relationships should be at the heart of everything we do. He revolutionized business networking and client relationshi...
Mar 17, 2025•27 min
In this episode of The Daily Helping, we welcome back elite executive coach Sabina Nawaz, nearly five years to the day since her last appearance. Sabina is a trusted advisor to C-suite executives at Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, nonprofits, and academic institutions worldwide. A former Microsoft leader who managed executive development for over 11,000 managers—including Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer—Sabina has since dedicated her career to helping leaders navigate high-pressure envi...
Mar 10, 2025•29 min
Leon Logothetis is a global adventurer, philanthropist, and best-selling author best known for his hit Netflix series The Kindness Diaries. He has circumnavigated the world on a vintage yellow motorbike, relying solely on the generosity of strangers. Whether he’s giving life-changing gifts to those who show him kindness or inspiring audiences as a motivational speaker, Leon’s mission is clear: to highlight the power of human connection and restore faith in our shared humanity. His newest film, T...
Mar 03, 2025•30 min
In this episode of The Daily Helping, we’re joined by Jeffrey Sanow, a veteran CIA intelligence officer and security expert whose career has been shaped by high-stakes decision-making, risk management, and global operations. With years spent navigating the complexities of international intelligence, Jeffrey has developed a keen understanding of leadership, communication, and adaptability—skills that translate beyond the intelligence field into everyday life and work. He now shares these insights...
Feb 24, 2025•33 min
In this episode of The Daily Helping, we sit down with Kathleen Cameron, one of the world’s leading manifestation mentors and the founder of Diamond Academy. Kathleen has transformed thousands of lives through her innovative approach to personal growth, generating over $30 million in under four years. She is the author of two international bestsellers, Becoming the One and The Best of Yourself, and the host of The Manifested Podcast. Kathleen’s journey to success wasn’t always paved with ease. J...
Feb 17, 2025•31 min
Elizabeth Husserl is a financial advisor and co-founder of Peak 360 Wealth Management. With a BA in economics from Tulane and a master’s in east-west psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies, she bridges financial literacy and emotional well-being. She’s led workshops for Airbnb, Unity, and Google, and now shares her expertise in her new book, The Power of Enough: Finding Joy in Your Relationship with Money. Raised by financially stable parents—a doctor and a therapist—Elizab...
Feb 10, 2025•35 min
Most of us don’t realize how much our communication habits shape our relationships—until they start causing problems. Whether it’s shutting down, reacting defensively, or struggling to express ourselves clearly, these patterns can hold us back. But what if we could change the way we communicate? Cynthia Kane, best-selling author and founder of the Kane Intentional Communication Institute, has helped over 70,000 people do just that. After the sudden loss of her first love, she discovered the Budd...
Feb 03, 2025•30 min
In this insightful episode of The Daily Helping, we welcome Allison Guilbault, a licensed therapist and the visionary behind Mindful Mental Health. Known for her expertise in anxiety, trauma, and intimacy, Allison also coaches women and hosts her own podcast, Becoming Unstoppable. With appearances in major outlets like Psychology Today and Medium, she brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for helping others unlock their inner strength. Allison’s personal story began with her own struggles wit...
Jan 27, 2025•30 min
Eva Müller, a spiritual teacher and energy healer, has transformed countless lives with her unique approach to unlocking personal potential. Her work combines high vibrational divine energy transmissions with profound insights into consciousness, guiding people toward their true nature. Known for her ability to simplify complex spiritual ideas, Eva has become a trusted guide for those seeking to heal and grow. Eva’s spiritual journey began with a deep longing for fulfillment. Despite academic an...
Jan 20, 2025•45 min
Maayan Gordon is a renowned community-building expert with over a billion video views and millions of followers. Her journey from personal challenges to entrepreneurial success has made her a sought-after authority on creating thriving communities. Maayan specializes in helping individuals and businesses foster meaningful connections that drive engagement, loyalty, and success. Maayan emphasizes the importance of purpose in building communities that truly matter. She explains how intentionality ...
Jan 13, 2025•31 min
In this transformative episode, Dr. Richard sits down with Melissa Osorio, bestselling author and transformational speaker, to discuss her powerful journey from childhood trauma to self-discovery and healing. Melissa opens up about her past, including a tumultuous childhood in Venezuela and the profound impact of her father's murder. After years of struggling to fit societal norms, she found healing through plant medicine, specifically ayahuasca. Melissa shares the science behind ayahuasca, how ...
Jan 06, 2025•29 min
In this episode, Carly Fauth, fitness instructor and founder of FitFun Carly, shares her incredible journey of overcoming triple-negative breast cancer. Carly discusses how movement and fitness became her lifeline during treatment, helping her build both mental and physical resilience. She offers insights from her book, Pray for the Bear: An Ordinary Person's Guide to Unlocking Extraordinary Personal Strength , including the importance of naming your challenges—like her tumor “Belinda”—to make t...
Dec 30, 2024•27 min
Becca Powers, a high-achieving Fortune 500 sales executive, found herself facing an emotional collapse despite her outward success. Known for her leadership and accolades, including generating $500 million in annual revenue, Becca’s defining moment came not in the boardroom but on her bathroom floor. Her story reminds us that true success starts within. Becca’s journey to becoming a Kundalini Yoga teacher and author wasn’t glamorous or immediate. She returned to work the day after her breakdown,...
Dec 23, 2024•27 min
In this episode of The Daily Helping , Dr. Richard Shuster is joined by Kayla Logue, a trailblazer committed to empowering individuals to redefine their paths and take charge of their destinies. A bestselling author and founder of the nonprofit Move Into Words, Kayla shares her inspiring journey of self-discovery and transformation. Kayla opens up about her pivotal moment during the COVID-19 pandemic when she realized she was living a life dictated by societal norms rather than her true desires....
Dec 16, 2024•28 min
In this uplifting episode of The Daily Helping , Dr. Richard Shuster welcomes Paul Ollinger, a nationally touring comedian, writer, and host of the Reasonably Happy podcast. With a career that spans opening for stars like Chelsea Handler and LL Cool J to being an early employee at Facebook, Paul shares his remarkable journey of self-discovery, creativity, and personal fulfillment. Paul opens up about leaving a high-powered corporate role to chase his dream of comedy and the identity crisis that ...
Dec 09, 2024•31 min
In this powerful and inspiring episode, Dr. Richard Schuster welcomes Michele Blood, an internationally celebrated songwriter, speaker, and transformational teacher. Michele shares her extraordinary journey from being a successful rock singer in Australia to a life-changing accident that led her down the path of self-discovery and enlightenment. Michele opens up about her recovery process and how affirmations became a cornerstone of her healing. She turned her affirmations into songs, creating a...
Dec 02, 2024•39 min
What if you could tap into a deeper, intuitive understanding of yourself and the world? That’s exactly what Happy Ali, author of The Intuition Bible: How and When to Tap Into Your Inner Wisdom , teaches us. A master NLP practitioner and clinical hypnotherapist, Happy’s journey began with an extraordinary life event—a self-induced near-death experience that changed his perspective forever. Emerging from despair with newfound clarity, he legally adopted the name Happy to reflect his commitment to ...
Nov 25, 2024•45 min
In this episode of The Daily Helping, host Dr. Richard Shuster sits down with Dr. Victoria Rader, a renowned possibility coach and founder of YU2Shine, whose pioneering work in quantum personal development is transforming lives worldwide. With her expertise in blending quantum techniques and spiritual wisdom, Victoria empowers individuals to break free from limitations and embrace their fullest potential. She has authored best-selling books, developed transformative tools like the Empower-mE app...
Nov 18, 2024•32 min
In this powerful Veterans Day episode of The Daily Helping , Dr. Richard Shuster speaks with Marine combat veteran and mental health advocate Joe Smarro. Joe, a former police officer and crisis intervention leader, shares his deeply personal journey from a troubled childhood to military service and ultimately to his work as the CEO of SolutionPoint+, where he focuses on eradicating suicide among first responders. Joe opens up about his past struggles with trauma and his mission to bring empathy ...
Nov 11, 2024•30 min
In this episode of The Daily Helping, Dr. Richard Shuster sits down with award-winning journalist and international correspondent Chris Herlinger, who shares powerful stories of his humanitarian reporting, particularly from his recent coverage of Ukraine. Chris, a correspondent for Global Sisters Report and a long-time journalist on humanitarian efforts, discusses his new book, Solidarity and Mercy, which sheds light on the resilience and dignity of those caught in conflict, especially through t...
Nov 04, 2024•30 min
Content warning: Sexual assault and self harm In this energizing episode of The Daily Helping , Dr. Richard Shuster is joined by intuitive business mentor and author Kyera Kacey. Known for her candid approach to life and business, Kyera shares her journey of overcoming trauma and creating a thriving business through personal development and manifestation. With raw honesty, Kyera opens up about pivotal moments in her life, including overcoming self-harm and sexual assault, and how these experienc...
Oct 28, 2024•30 min
Content warning: Suicide When Rachel Kaplan was 14 years old, her first true love ended his life. Ever since then, she has pursued how to emotionally heal. Now, she has combined what she learned in a book, “Feel, Heal, and Let That Sh*t Go.” Rachel joins us on the show today. Rachel’s book is deeply based in research and theory, but her explanations are clear enough that a child could understand. She calls her approach “emotional potty training,” where, just like poop, we need to let emotions mo...
Oct 21, 2024•28 min
According to Pascal Bornet, Artificial Intelligence is already mastering the skills needed to be a medical doctor, lawyer, coder, etc. So what skills should humans develop to keep up and stay relevant in today’s and tomorrow’s market? Pascal joins the show today to tell us. Pascal Bornet is an award-winning expert author and keynote speaker on artificial intelligence and automation. He developed his expertise through 20 years of working with AI as a senior executive at McKenzie and EY where he c...
Oct 14, 2024•39 min
When Alex first noticed it, she was 12 years old. She thought she had something in her eye, and then suddenly she couldn’t see out of it. A few months later, she was playing softball and felt like she pulled a muscle in her neck that sent pain across her body. It took five years of misdiagnoses, with progressive blindness and paralysis, for Alex to finally be properly diagnosed. She had a rare disease called Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD). Alex joins us on the show today to share...
Oct 07, 2024•25 min
Dr. Andrew Kadar was a former UCLA gymnast, he ran 10ks, he had never smoked or been overweight. So when he suddenly had chest pain when exercising, he had no idea the health journey he was about to go on. Dr. Kadar is our guest on the show today and author of the new book, “Getting Better: A Doctor's Story of Resilience, Recovery and Renewal.” Dr. Kadar recounts the most important lessons he learned throughout his ordeal, starting with the call to his primary care doctor’s office, through his m...
Sep 30, 2024•28 min
Rebecca Fitzsimmons is a former NCIS agent, founder of Tactical Harmony holistic leadership and mindset coaching, and author of the new book “Unleashed,” which is about leadership insights we can derive from our canine companions. She is a fascinating person and a fearless teacher. We’re thrilled to have her on the podcast today. Rebecca walks us through what a “victory mindset” is and its four components: discipline, integrity, taking inspired action, and grace. We talk about mindfulness, intro...
Sep 23, 2024•29 min
Today, Preston Smiles owns four houses, nice cars, big toys, and has a beautiful wife and four kids. But his life wasn’t always like this. At age 11, Preston was in a gang, smoking weed, and living inside a dysfunctional, impoverished family. Preston joins the show today to explain how he transformed his life and how others can do the same. Preston is an abundance and personal freedom coach. His latest book is “Spiritual Millionaire: Master the Seven Inner Laws for Abundance and Money.” On the s...
Sep 16, 2024•34 min
Bruce Fertman considers himself a “physiologian.” He studies the relationship between physical grace and spiritual graces. In this latest book, “Walking Well,” he shares what he has learned with his readers. Bruce is our guest on the show today. For 60 years, Bruce has trained in gymnastics, modern dance, ballet, contact improvisation, the Alexander technique, Tai Chi, Akido, Chanoyu, Argentine Tango, and Kyudo. He has learned how humans can feel better, physically and spiritually, through how t...
Sep 09, 2024•36 min
The best donors are those who are the most proactive about pursuing causes that they really care about. John Bromley’s mission in life is to help charities by helping donors reach this level of emotional investment. John is the co-founder and CEO of Charitable Impact, and he is our guest on the podcast today. Charitable Impact is a donor advised fund. It helps connect people with causes they care about. Rather than reacting to whatever charitable campaign pops up in their lives, they can proacti...
Sep 02, 2024•30 min
