"Shiny Objects: Do Possessions Have Anything To Do With Happiness?"

Guest: Dr. James Roberts

Listen as Dr. James a. Roberts shares with Allen his current studies at Baylor University that focus on the impact our love of material possessions has on our happiness. His new book, "Shiny Objects: Why we spend money we don't have in search of happiness we can't buy", is full of interesting statistics, funny stories, careful research, and packs a powerful message that happiness can still be attained in a culture awash in material possession love.

"The New Science of Love: How Understanding
Your Brain's Wiring Can Help Rekindle Your Relationship"

Guest: Dr. Fran Praver

Allen discusses with guest how falling in love and being loved in return is the peak experience of our existence. In her new book, Dr. Praver explains how mirror neurons connect lovers and trigger love inducing brain chemicals so that you feel you are on cloud nine. That is why when love falters and hurtful interactions get lodged in the brain we take a painful plunge downward. By understanding our brain's wiring, we can learn how to bring the luster of love back.

"Rescue America: Our Best America is Only a Generation Away"

Guest: Chris Salamone

Allen and Dr. Melody discuss with guest how millions of immigrants left the comforts and security of their homelands for the promise of hope, opportunity, and a liberty the world had never known. "Rescue America" creates clear and specific connections between the loss of our founding values and the current political, economic, and cultural problems. What is necessary, the author asserts, is a fundamental shift back toward a national embodiment of the three primary leadership qualities that sustain all lasting human institutions: gratitude, personal responsibility, and sacrifice.

"The Future Of Telemental Health, Transforming Psychiatric Healthcare Access"

Guest: Larry Vargas

Allen discusses with Larry Vargas of American Tele-psychiastists how tele-mental health services and Tele-psychiatry are helping patients in regional health centers; county and state facilities; and many underseved rural communities. Filling a growing need for accessibility while paving the way for more affordable mental healthcare alternatives.

"I'd Listen to My Parents If They'd Just Shut Up"

Guest: Anthony Wolf, Ph.D.

Dr. Anthony Wolf shares with Dr. Melody, and our listeners, why today's adolescents act as they do and what parents can and cannot do about it. Dr. Wolf's latest book, "I'd Listen to My Parents if They'd Just Shut Up", describes the single biggest mistake parents make, the greatest single secret to dealing with teens when they "talk back" ... and much more.

"From The Top Down – How Parents Can Infuse Teens With Success"

Guest: Dan Lier

Allen discusses with Dan Lier the process of creating success in the family from the top down, meaning family success starts at the top with the parent(s). In Dan's book "The 10 Minute Coach", he shares with parents techniques and strategies for infusing their kids with the self-esteem and skills necessary to create a successful and rewarding future.

"Mental Toughness: The Path to Extraordinary Success"

Guest: Dr. Larry Koenig

Allen and Dr. Melody discuss with Dr. Larry Koenig his book, Mental Toughness. At the heart of the discussion is the fact that when plans get wrecked, a person needs the mental toughness necessary to get back on track and stay in the game regardless of the challenges.  Dr. Koenig describes to our listeners how to develop this kind of mindset, alter your mood and propel you past the formidable barriers.

"How the Performing Arts Positively Impacts Youth in Treatment"

Guest: Glen Zaugg

Allen and Glenn discuss Heritage School's use of the performing arts as a tool to boost the therapeutic treatment of adolescents. 40 to 60 students participate in a full length Broadway production. The programs' rewards have been significant, demonstrating a boost in self-esteem and inspiring teens to invest themselves in their treatment and change.

"Unconditional Love Will Transform Your Way of Thinking"

Guest: Dr. Asa Don Brown

Dr. Melody Fox discusses with Dr. Asa Don Brown his insightful message of unconditional love that will transform your way of thinking. In his book, "Waiting for Love", Dr. Brown reveals a profound way of looking at life, forgiveness, and happiness.

"INSTANT INFLUENCE: How to Get Anyone to Do Anything-Fast!"

Guest: Michael Pantalon, Ph.D.

Allen and Dr. Melody discuss with guest, Michael Pantalon, his new book, Instant Influence, and his six simple questions that teach readers how to plant the seeds for change, help others discover their own powerful reasons for change, identify effective "change talk," make an action plan and create successful outcomes even in people who are resistant to change  ... all in only 7 minutes!

"Quantum Parenting In A Newtonian World"

Guests: Al Killeen, Author and Owner/President of Killeen Development Technologies, dba Integrative Mastery Programs

Al Killeen joins Allen and Dr. Melody to explore the historic and transformational changes facing families at home, as well as in their communities, nation and the world. Quantum physics and science exploration into the microcosmic world of atomic and subatomic scientific laws has turned many of the Newtonian assumptions of “Truth” on its head.

"Cookies for Kids' Cancer, A Mother on a Mission to Cure Kids!"

Guest: Gretchen Holt-Witt

Dr. Melody discusses with guest, Gretchen Holt-Witt, her organization and new book, Cookies for Kids' Cancer, that is pledged to support increased research and the development of new and better treatments for pediatric cancer by giving people a simple way to get involved. Listen and learn how you too can help fight pediatric cancer with great tasting cookies!

"Chiropractic Care for Mind and Body Wellness, and Optimum Performance"

Guest: Dr. Thomas Duddey

Unfortunately, most people seek chiropractic care when they are in pain or begin to have some sort of disability. Allen explores with his guest, Dr. Thomas Duddey, the dramatic rise in popularity of chiropractic care as a vehicle for wellness and prevention.

"Can Proper Treatment Heal a Broken Family?"

Guests: Velvet Mangan - Founder/CEO of Safe Harbor Treatment Center & Patrick Babcock, Founder/Executive Director of Foundation House

Velvet and Patrick join Allen and Melody to talk about the devastating effects of addiction on the entire family. Explore with us how treatment programs that involve the entire family help remove the guilt and stigma of addiction, and return dignity and well-being to all.

"Your Teen" Magazine: Parents Connecting and Sharing!

Guest: Susan Borison, Editor-in-Chief - "Your Teen" Magazine

"Point of Power - Where Self-Realization Meet Quantum Physics"

Guest: Author, Peter Baksa

Allen is joined by Peter Baksa to talk about how people can picture a new life, yet their ego continues to focus on what they do not have, cannot get or is in the past. The Point of Power, combines theological thesis and quantum physics while outlining steps you can take to live the life that you desire!

Ever By My Side - The Animal & Human Bond

Guest: New York Times Bestselling Author, Dr. Nick Trout

Today's modern family leads complicated and for many, overplayed lives. Melody talks with Dr. Nick Trout about relationships family and teens have with their pets which is typically based on a special trust that can diffuse conflicts, enhance communication flow with other family members and help individuals deal with pinned up emotions.

"The Financial Aid Handbook - Getting the Education You Want, Affordably"

Guest: Ruth Vedvik Co-Author of "The Financial Aid Handbook"

In today's tough economy, a college degree is more important and more expensive than ever before. Allen explores with Ruth Vedvik her definitive, one-stop guide to the college selection and payment process.
The book covers everything from basic time lines and tuition costs to predicting your scholarship award from colleges and taking ownership of student debt after graduation.

Children of Trauma: What Parents Need to Know

Guest: Caelan Kuban, Director , The National Institute for Trauma and Loss in Children (TLC)

Caelan Kuban joins Allen and Dr. Melody to explore the differences between grief and trauma, how a teen can be potentially exposed to trauma and why trauma is more of a sensory experience rather than a diagnostic category. They also address what parents need to know about children and youth who have experienced  a traumatic experience.

Benefits of Customized Learning

Guest: Michelle Rose Gilman, President and Founder, Fusion Academy & Learning Center

Allen, Dr. Melody and their guest discuss Fusion Academy's innovative educational model where every student can achieve success. Fusion Academy's customized learning experience utilizes curriculum that meets state standards but is delivered in a way - one-to-one - that considers each individual's needs, interests and strengths.

Empowering Teens and Restoring Families

Guest: Scott Sowle: Executive Director and Co-Founder of Newport Academy
Allen, Dr. Melody and their guest, Scott Sowle, delve into the fact that teens are using drugs and alcohol at an alarmingly young age.  At the heart of the discussion are a number of key elements including: the importance of family involvement in treatment,  the different needs of adolescent boys and girls in residential treatment, providing a continuity of care, and engaging and retaining teens in the treatment process.

"The Invisible Gorilla - The Illusions of Attention, Memory, Confidence, Knowledge & Potential"

Special Guest: Daniel Simons, Professor of Psychology - Beckman Institute, University of Illinois and Co-Author of the Invisible Gorilla
Allen and Dr. Melody discuss with Daniel Simons his ground-breaking new book, The Invisible Gorilla, which focuses on how we perceive events in our life, miss things right in front of us and how it may be possible, for the first time, to see the world as it truly is.

"Equine Therapy and Its Amazing Results!”

Special Guest:  Mickey Kay Troxell -  Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Pegasus ECT and Centaur University.


Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, also known as EAP, provides hands-on opportunities to build healthy coping skills, reduce stress, and develop tools for effectively managing an individual’s internal happiness.  Equine therapy is not only an amazing way to help at-risk teens… It can help all of us.

Why International Families are Choosing American Schools for Their At-Risk Teen

Special Guest: Rebecca Grappos, M.Ed, C.E.O. & Founder of RNG International Educational Consultants, LLCs

An at-risk young person's life can change for the better with the right educational and therapeutic setting. Allen and Melody discuss with guest, Rebecca Grappo, how international students may benefit from studies in the United States and some of the challenges of getting them to the U.S. (such as visa's, appropriate school, and or therapeutic programs), as well as finding ways to be culturally sensitive to the needs of an individual student and their families.

Show Topic:  "Importance of Researching Treatment Centers and Advocacy of Treatment Outcome Research and the Challenges of Doing So" 

Special Guest: Dustin Tibbitts, LMFT - President and Chief Clinical Officer, Partner, InnerChange & Executive Director, New Haven

Dr. Melody Foxx explores with our guest, Dustin Tibbitts, the challenges treatment programs, and the industry as a whole, face when defining protocols and providing outcome-based research. Additionally, they discuss importance of advocacy of finding a way to distinguish effectiveness of where you may send your child and resources for helping with the decision making process.

"Finding and Reuniting Abducted Children with Their Parents"

Special Guest: Logan Clarke, Award-Winning Investigator and President of Clarke International Investigations &
Keith Schafferius, Author of "Retrieval" and International Private Investigator (Australia)  

Joining us is two of Allen's friends and fellow international detectives to discuss the drama of finding and reuniting abducted children with their custodial parent. Keith's book "Retrieval" describes his remarkable and often dangerous retrieval missions that have taken him to all parts of the world in his bid to reunite families torn apart by parental child abduction. Listen as Logan, Keith and Allen tell stories about some very exciting and emotionally uplifting cases of parents and children being reunited!

The Effects of Too Much Internet Use on Our Teens

Special Guest: Hilarie Cash, Ph.D., Co-founded Internet/Computer Addiction Services

Our guest, Dr. Hilarie Cash, joins Allen and Melody to discuss the appropriate role of digital technology in the lives of our children, learning how to set and hold effective and appropriate limits on technology use, and understanding what is its healthy use for ourselves and our partners.

"Nourishment: Feeding my starving soul when my mind and body betrayed me."

Special Guest: Melissa Binstock, Author of "Nourishment"

Joining Allen and Melody is Melissa Binstock, a 22 year old college student who, by the time she was 11 years old, was diagnosed with 6 disorders, including Tourette's syndrome, OCD, dyslexia, ADHD, anorexia, and generalized anxiety disorder. Melissa shares with our listeners her story about hope and her ability to thrive in the face of adversity.

"Breaking Addiction: A 7-Step Handbook for Ending Any Addiction"

Special Guest:  Lance Dodes, MD - Member of the Boston Psychoanalytic Society and Institute, Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and  Author of "Breaking Addiction"

Addiction has long been deeply misunderstood in our culture and, as a result, our treatment has not been very successful.  Dr. Lance Dodes joins Allen and Melody to discuss his new book "Breaking Addictions" which describes an innovative way to understand and treat all forms of addiction. 

"How Outdoor Learning Increases Academic Improvement"

Special Guest:  Stacie Gilmore, Co-founder and Executive Director ofEnvironmental Learning for Kids  

Allen is joined by Stacie Gilmore, Executive Director of Environmental Learning for Kids (ELK), a Colorado-based program that combines outdoor, field-based learning with mentoring and career preparation.  ELK youth have a 98% graduation rate, compared to its surrounding public school system of an astounding 60% for the same demographic.

"Troubled Childhood, Triumphant Life: Healing from the Battle Scars of Youths"

Special Guest:  James Krehbiel CEd.S., LPC, CCBT, Author of "Troubled Childhood, Triumphant Life"

Topic: Allen and Melody are joined by James Krehbiel to discuss his book "Troubled Childhood, Triumphant Life", and the tools it presents for untangling the past through self-reflection, recognition, grieving and releasing one's losses; and integrating new thinking in the journey to find authentic adulthood.

"Fortunate Sons: The 120 Chinese Boys who Came to America, Went to School and Revolutionized an Ancient Empire"

Show Guest: Matthew Miller, Co-Author of Fortunate Sons

Our guest, Matthew Miller, joins Allen and co-host Geoff Browne to discuss,  "Fortunate Sons", a book he co-authored with Liel Leibovitz which describes the true story of 120 Chinese boys who studied in America in the 19th Century and returned home to become modern China's founding fathers and revolutionized an Ancient Empire.

Parenting the Troubled Teen

Show Guest: Dr. David Sack, CEO of Promises Treatment Centers and Elements Behavioral Health;
Board Certified Addiction Psychiatrist and Addictionologist

Our guest, Dr. David Sack, discusses with Allen and Melody the signs and strategies that can help parents identify the events or deep-rooted causes, establish a communications flow and provide the support and interventions necessary to ensure the well-being and safety of their child.

The Global Adolescents Project in Haiti

Special Guest: Dr. Nancy Sobel, Licensed Psychologist; Co-founded of the Global Adolescent Project and Boarding House Mentors" 

Allen and Melody are joined by Dr. Nancy Sobel, the co-founder of the Global Adolescents Project, a non-profit organization in Haiti that relocates adolescent orphans from the dangers of displaced persons camps and tent living into safe housing. The mission of the project is to educate, encourage resilience and empower disenfranchised youth globally!  

The Journey: Home from Autism

Special Guest: Rhonda Spellman, Teacher and Speaker dedicated to Promoting Literacy and Autism Awareness  and Author of "The Journey Home From Autism" 

Rhonda Spellman joins Melody to demystify the relationship between autism and auto immune disorders!  Before parents or professionals can help a person with a suppressed immune system, they must first learn how to think and feel like they do!

The Twelfth Insight

Special Guest:  James Redfield, Author of both –
“The Twelfth Insight”, and Mega Bestseller: “The Celestine Prophecy”

Allen and Melody are joined by James Redfield to discuss his much-awaited fourth installment in the hugely popular Celestine series - "The Twelfth Insight". Some see the year 2012 as a time of great disaster, Mr. Redfield sees a return to integrity and an emergence of “Authentic Spirituality”. Listen and learn why synchronicity is so important right now!

Scent of the Missing
Special Guest:  Susannah Charleson, Author of "Scent of the Missing", and Disaster Recovery Pilot and Search and Canine Rescue Expert

During the 2nd half of our show, Susannah Charleson discusses with Allen and Melody her new book "Scent of the Missing", which offers a fascinating inside look into the dangerous, difficult and very important world of canine search and rescue work.

Hypnotherapy and Teen Self-Esteem

Special Guest:  Marc Drucker, MS. Certified Hypnotherapist and Master Hypnotist, specializing in working with children.

For children and teens, fears, anxiety, and emotional problems can take many forms. Allen discusses with Marc Drucker the benefits of hypnotherapy in overcoming fears and phobias; while building self-confidence, self-control and improving in their academic and sports performance. 

Our Valentine’s day special guest, Diana Kirschner PhD. Author of; “Sealing the Deal” The Love Mentor’s Guide to Lasting Love talked with Allen about “how to be happily in love together forever”!

The Gift of Laughter & Healing

Special Guest: Jeff Allen, Celebrated Comedian frequently seen on; Comedy Central, VH-1, Showtime, TBN, Family Net and numerous other networks!

Empowering Youth With ADD

Special Guest: Jodi Sleeper-Triplett - Author of "Empowering Youth with ADD", Master Certified Coach and Senior Certified ADHD Coach, Co-founder of the Institute for the Advancement of ADHD Coaching, Director of Coach Training for the Edge Foundation.

Jodi Sleeper-Triplett joins Allen and Melody to discuss her powerful new book "Empowering Youth with Add" which provides a proven methodology for teens and young adults with ADHD. Listen to the advise and instruction for professionals, teachers and parents on what ADHD coaching for young people is and how it can dramatically improve their lives.

Children of Alcoholics

Special Guest:  Dr. Robert Ackerman, Professor - University of South Carolina, Hilton Head; Co-founder of the National Association for Children of Alcoholics, and Author of Children of Alcoholics
 
Allen, Melody, and their guest, Dr. Robert Ackerman explore the sensitive topic of children living in an alcoholic or drug addicted family.  Whether family members want to admit it or not, everyone is affected. If you know anyone living in this situation…
this is a must listen to show!

The Happiness Advantage

Special Guest:  Shawn Achor, MCC, SCAC, Professor, winner of overa dozen distinguished teaching awards at Harvard University, and Author of The Happiness Advantage!
 
If you're happy, you'll be successful - NOT if you're successful, you'll be happy. Joining Allen and Melody is Shawn Achor, professor for Harvard Unversity's Happiness Course. Really!

Accelerated Learning through Rubik's Cubes

Special Guest:  Holly Riehl, Vice President, You CAN Do The Rubik's Cube

Holly Riehl joins Allen and Melody to discuss the "You CAN Do The Rubik's Cube" accelerated learning system which uses the cube to foster life lessons such as problem-solving, negotiation, and teamwork.

Teen Kids News - The Voice of a New Generation

Special Guest:  Al Primo , Founder of Teen Kids News & TV Executive credited with Creating the Eyewitness News format
 
Al Primo, founder of Teen Kids News (TKN), joins Allen and Melody to discuss TKN's international 1/2 hour weekly program. TKN reporters (who are, of course, all kids!) report on everything that is fun, interesting or important about our world. Have your teen check it out!

Bullying and What Parents Can Do!

Show Guests: Jamie Mantell, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Co-Host Melody Foxx and guest, Jamie Mantell, discuss the many forms of bullying, a serious public health issue that affects many teens. As a parent, it is important to recognize if your child is being bullied, or if she is bullying someone else.

Promoting Resilience in Teens

Dr. David Verhaagen joins Allen and co-host, Dr. Melody Foxx, to discuss how he helps young men who struggle in high school get ready for college or helping those who have already had trouble in college develop plans so they can successfully return. Most importantly, he helps them find their own sense of purpose and direction..

Holiday Skits & Contests That Bring Families Together

Special Guest:  Cornell Christianson, Playright, Producer and Author of "Holiday Skits & Contests"

With the holidays coming soon, Allen and Melody are joined by Cornell Christianson, author of a new book entitled "Holiday Skits & Contests" that promises to reconnect and bring families together. If you don’t smile at least 10 times listening to this show… then you’re working too hard and need this book immediately!

How to Get Mental Health & Addiction Treatment Expenses Covered by Insurance and/or Government

Special Guest: Monica Oss, M.S., Chief Executive Officer and Senior Associate of Open Minds

Individuals who have sought help for mental illness or addiction treatment know that it can be very difficult to get these conditions covered by their insurance companies. Allen and Dr. Melody Foxx, discuss with Monica the recent changes in federal laws, as well as other resources and approaches that could expedite the process and get tens of thousands of dollars worth of treatment covered! This show is also a “must listen” for programs that want to know how to help their clients get government or insurance payments for their services.

Turning Families Right Side Up!

Show Guests: Allen Cardoza & Dr. Melody Foxx

Allen and Dr. Melody Foxx, our co-host, discuss their individual work with stressed-out families who often feel they have nowhere to turn, and who are struggling with poor relationships, conflict and the defiant nature of their troubled teens. This show is a must to listen to! We had many responses that this was the best show to date!

Special Guests:  Dr. Andy Sapp and Dr. Chris McRoberts,

Parenting, Tough Choices, Change, Challenge Hope & Healing

Allen, Melody and their guests, Dr. Andy Sapp and Dr. Chris McRoberts discuss the emotions and difficulties parents face when they must place their child in a residential treatment program.

Jacob's Turn

Guests:  Patricia Titus & Nick Nanton

Patricia (Tricia) Titus and Nick Ninton share with Allen, Melody and our audience, a remarkable story about Tricia's son, Jacob, with Downs Syndrome. This 4 year old boy from the small rural community of Floyds Knobs, Indiana-just outside of Louisville-was playing T-ball in a place where, as his mother Patricia says, "life lessons are learned at church, home and on the baseball field."

Live from Sunhawk Adolescent Recover Center: Teens Talk Hope and Recovery

Special Guest:  Davee Chandler, Clinical Director & Teens from Sunhawk Recovery Center

Allen and his co-host, Dr. Melody Foxx, welcome guests Davee Chandler and some very open and candid teens at Sunhawk, who speak to parents and counseling professionals, as well as young people like themselves who have struggled with substance abuse and/or the real life challenges of teenage life today.

"Be True to Yourself While Changing Those Parts of Your Life You Wish Were Different"

Special Guest: Nick Berar

Allen, co-host, Dr. Melody Foxx and their guest, Nick Berar, explore the meaning of "personal truth" and the important steps teens and adults can take to achieve these important changes in their lives ... changes that will allow them to reclaim their power and truth, and experience abundance.

Fixing Freddie: A True Story About a Very Bad Beagle Who Became a Family's Life Teacher

Special Guest: Paula Munier, author of several books, not notable, "Fixing Freddie"

Allen and co-host Melody Foxx discuss with Paula the aftermath of divorce and her efforts to create a stable home for her son and a new life for herself. At the heart of her family's story is a plot line so true, so scientifically replicable that it makes a story about a bad dog who helps create a new family from the fragments of an old family seem unusual. Listen to this heartwarming and humorous story.

Keepers of the Children: Native American Wisdom and Parenting.

Special Guest: Laura Ramirez, Psychologist and Author
Laura is the author of "Keepers of the Children:

Native American Wisdom and Parenting." This award-winning book combines ancient native concepts with cutting-edge psychology to show parents how to raise children to develop their natural strengths, hone keen self preservation skills that will keep them safe from harm and grow into adults who share their strengths with others by making unique contributions to the world. And...back by popular demand, writer and satirist Will Jones as Allen's co-host. This is a show you won’t want to miss!

"Keep the Love Flowing, Even During the Tough Teen Years"

Special Guest:  Diane Ingram, Author of "Listen to Your Heart and Make a Difference", Speaker, Child Development Professional and International Life Coach

Allen and Diane help our listeners explore the concept that "The Dreams We Dare to Dream Really Do Come True" ... when you listen to your heart and take action on the inner guidance you receive. Go for it, and find out for yourself.

Integrative Mastery's 8 Critical Steps to Overcoming Barriers that Block a Harmonious Family

"How Momma Got Her Groove Back, and When Momma's Happy, the Family's Happy!"

Special Guest:  Allana Pratt, Host of the #1 rated Radio Show "How Mama Got Her Groove Back"
and Author of "How To Be And Stay Sexy"

The Culture of Excess

Special Guest:   Dr Jay Slosar, Clinical Psychologist  and the Author of  “The Culture of Excess” How Americans lost self control and why we need to redefine success!

Listen as Allen and Dr. Slosar discuss the psychological explanation for the decline in self control and the impact of the speed of technology and extreme capitalism have had in our growing sense of entitlement and narcissism that has driven us into excess and decline… And what the next generation can do to stop this cycle of excess.

Teen Experts, "Motivating the Teen Spirit"

Special Guest:   Ronda Wada, Founder of Teen Experts, Facilitator and Radio Host of  "The Teen Experience"

"ADD is not a Disability it is a Diff-ability"

Special Guest:  Dr. Kevin Ross Emery, Author of "Managing The Gift: Alternative Approaches for Attention Deficit Disorder"

Allen and Dr. Kevin Ross Emery explore with our listeners the adoption of a "new definition" of ADD resulting from his ground breaking book, Managing The Gift: Alternative Approaches for Attention Deficit Disorder. Dr. Emery's identification of ADD/ADHD as both a gift and part of man's evolutionary process has brought him to work with successful entrepreneurs, children, and adults throughout the United States and Europe. Listen as they discuss the political and financial sides of medicating many of our very gifted children!

Heartlight Girls, Empowering Girls From the Inside Out

Special Guest:  Debra Gano, Internationally-Known Model, Actress & Founder of Heartlight Girls

Building self esteem and self worth from the “inside out” with our young girls today. Debra Gano joins Allen to delve into a topic that translates the message that the true secret to beauty is a cultural wake-up call that is long overdue. According out Debra, "Today's young girl needs more than just a helping hand; she needs to know that her greatest gift lies within her heart."

The New Charter School Model  – Preparing Students for a Life of Excellence

Special Guest:  Marvin Smith, M.E.C.A. President/Executive Director.

Marvin Smith and Allen discuss the inherent problems in our public education system and the increased popularity of charter schools for parents that cannot afford private schools. Micro-Enterprise Charter Academy (M.E.C.A.) prepares students to obtain knowledge and skills for success in life; educationally, technologically, economically, and sociologically.

Mommy Power, Discovering Your Mommy Strength

Special Guest:  Dr. Sheila Schuller Coleman, author of Mommy Power and the Director of Ministry and Mission at the Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove, CA. She also co-hosts the Hour of Power television show.

Dr. Sheila Schuller Coleman joins Allen in discussing how the great joys of parenting are often hindered by harsh self-doubt and a lack of physical and emotional energy. In “Discovering Your Mommy Strength”, Dr. Coleman empowers women to be the best parent they can be, rather than trying to be the perfect parent, of which we all fall short.

Integrated Listening Systems - Brain Training to Improve Student’s Processing, Attention & Performance.

Special Guests:  Kate O'Brien Minson, Co-Founder and  Randall Redfield, Sr. Marketing Executive
 
Integrative Listening Systems' advanced technology which helps develop the building blocks of learning at any age.
I.E. those physiological systems which play key roles in our ability to receive, process, and express information, as well as some unexpected benefits.

Simply Live It UP: Reframing & Prioritizing Your Family Life

Special Guest: Charlotte Ward, Author of “Simply Live It!”

Charlotte Ward joins Allen to discuss the family dynamics of "purposing" one's life to create quality time for yourself and your family. In "Simply Live It Up" readers find a road map to turn good experiences into extraordinary ones.

Integrative Mastery's 8 Critical Steps to Overcoming Barriers that Block a Harmonious Family

Spark of Light Villages", Be the Change of Communities World-Wide

Special Guest: Linda Karlson, Founder of  the Pearl Foundation

Allen and his guest, Linda Karlson, discuss the world's alarming growth in "third world" mentality, and the Pearl Foundation's efforts to deliver a variety of programs and services to impoverished communities globally. The organization's goal it to work "with" and teach these communities to be self-sustaining and empowered.

Helping Struggling Teens identify Their Internal Strengths

Special Guest: Brian Pace, Executive Director & Todd Hockenbury, Admissions Director of the Red Rock Canyon School

Brian Pace and Todd Hockenbury from the Red Rock Canyon School, join Allen in discussing their therapeutic philosophy that, "There is a great person in every teen; and as young people learn and practice personal and social competency, their feelings of self-worth grow, allowing them to transform self-defeating attitudes and behaviors into character assets"

"The Four Headed Monster" – Which is increasing teen Anxiety, Depression & Suicide

Special Guest: Jared Balmer, Ph.D., Co-founder of Island View Residential Treatment Center, the Oakley School, and the Aspen Institute for Behavioral Assessment.

A guiding light in the field of teen intervention, Dr. Balmer discusses with Allen, some of the challenges that have evolved over the past decade which are having a detrimental impact on the emotional health of adolescents today. Listen as Dr. Balmer exposes how electronic networking, the paradox of choice, a lack of coping skills and the sexualization of youth and women have contributed to the drastic increase in teen anxiety and depression.

Understanding Non-Verbal Behaviors and How to Spot a Liar

Special Guest: Greg Hartley, Author of "The Body Language Handbook" and Consultant to Fortune 500 companies, Law Enforcement and the Military

The  Last Day of  My Life

Special Guest:  Jim Moret, Chief Correspondent of “Inside Edition” and Author of “The Last Day of My Life”
 
Allen and this week's guest, Jim Moret, explore what it takes to move beyond depression, tragedy, and self-doubt. Jim, like so many people in today's stressful society, was a day away from taking his own life when he came to the ultimate decision: not simply whether to live, but how to live.

Embracing  the Struggle, Living on Life's Terms

Special Guest: Julie Ziglar Norman, Co Author with Zig Ziglar, "Embracing the Struggle"
 
Allen and his guest, Julie Zigar Norman, explore how to embrace your struggle, live and accept life on life's terms. Julie's father has been known as the motivator's motivator and his short term memory loss due to a serious brain injury changed everything for him and his family.  His response to that accident has inspired thousands.

What Makes Wilderness Therapy Effective & Safe!

Special Guest: Dr. Joanna Bettmann, Research Director, Open Sky Wilderness

Dr. Joanna Bettmann joins Allen to discuss what kinds of teens are served by wilderness therapy and the studies that have been conducted that compare this method with other conventional therapies.
And… weigh in with your comments on today's program and our “In the News” Feature - "Runaway Teen Murdered by Trucker & Son" at answers4thefamilyblog.

"Happily Married for life”

Special Guest: Dr. Larry Koenig, Author of "Happily Married for Life” and founder of “Smart Discipline”

Allen and Dr. Koenig identify the four big mistakes couples make when trying to communicate and how to correct them so both you and your partner feel loved and understood.

Shaken Not Shattered

Special Guest: Pastor Matthew Hagee

DANGEROUS OR SAFE? FOODS AND CHEMICALS PUTTING OUR KIDS AT RISK!

Guest: Dr. Cara Natterson, Pediatric Doctor and Parenting Expert andAuthor of "Dangerous or Safe?"

There is little doubt that children today face unprecedented dangers. Dr. Natterson joins Allen and co-host; Linda McKinney in a most enlightening discussion about what parents actually need to worry about and what are just myths. They also discuss the state of health care in America today.

"Teen Voices Online" Written by, for and about Teen Girls

Special Guest: Jenny Amory, Executive Director
Co-Host: Linda McKinney, Co-Founder of A.S.N.A.P.

Allen and Linda discuss a current event where a father and his girlfriend were arrested for “zip tying” his teenage son’s arms and feet after being located by police as a runaway. (You are going to want to hear some of the comments people wrote about this!)

Chaos to Connection "Heart-Centered Essentials for Parenting Teens"

Special Guest: David Herz & Michael Behmer - Co-Founders of VIVE & Co-Authors of "Chaos to Connection"

Unlock Your Educational Potential

Special Guest: Jeffrey Haig - Co-Author of Unlock Your Education & Co-Founder of Maximize Your Education

Jeff Haig, author of; “Unlock Your Educational Potential”, revealed key strategies and principles successful students use to ensure their success.
And… Pat Finn of; Agape International Spiritual Center, discussed with Allen how their organization has set up a pipeline, complete with air and ground transportation, to move supplies directly to the people in Haiti that truly need it.

Reading is Forever

Special Guest: Cathy Puett Miller, The Literacy Ambassador®

Allen's guest Cathy Puett Miller, The Literacy Ambassador®, provide our listeners with important insight into the world of reading education with a parent-friendly slant. 

Understanding the High Functioning Alcoholic

Special Guest: Sarah Allen Benton - Licensed Mental Health Counselor & Author of Understanding the High Functioning Alcoholic

Sarah Allen Benton discusses with Allen the warning signs of a potential alcoholic as well as the characteristics, behavior patterns and experiences of high functioning alcoholics (HFAs) throughout high school, college, graduate school and as professionals.

THERE ARE NO PERFECT PARENTS – BUT THE KEY TO SUCCESS MAY JUST BE “RADICAL PARENTING”

SunHawk's 12 Steps Treatment & Relapse Prevention Program & Bikers Against Child Abuse

Special Guest: Davee Chandler, Clinical Director - SunHawk Adolescent Recovery Center

Allen and his guest, Davee Chandler, guide listeners through the maze of substance abuse recovery, while helping teens rediscover what is most important to them. And… learn what BACA (Bikers Against Child Abuse) is doing to help children that have been victimized.

RAGING HOROMONES DURING TEENS YEARS - CAUSE, EFFECT & POTENTIAL TREATMENTS

Special Guest:  “Nurse Barb” Dehn, RN, MS, NP, Nurse Practitioner, Award-winning Author and a nationally recognized health expert.

"Nurse Barb" Dehn discusses with Allen the effects of dieting, processed foods, chemicals, stress and other elements from "inside and outside" the body that impact the hormone balance of our teen population.

The Epidemic Ahead - Pain Pills and Out of Control Behavior

Special Guest: Dr. Jerry Rand, Executive Medical Director of Bay Recovery Center

THERE ARE NO PERFECT PARENTS – BUT THE KEY TO SUCCESS MAY JUST BE “RADICAL PARENTING”

Mastering the "Tricks for Creating a Successful Family Lifestyle"

Special Guest: Dana Bedford Hilmer, Author of "Blindsided by a Diaper"

Allen and Dana Hilmer delve into the challenges of Parenthood and the changes it brings to a relationship, changes that are at once profound, beautiful, irrevocable and scary.

How Much, How Little; 7 Steps for Disciplining Our Children

Special Guest:  Dr. Larry Koenig, FamilyTherapist, Creator of "Up With Youth" Program and Author of "Smart Discipline"

Don't miss this week's show as Allen and Dr. Larry Koenig get to the heart of solving the top 7 misbehaviors that plague parents the most.

If You C.A.R.E. About Preventing Truancy
Special Guest: Eason Ramson - C.A.R.E. Program Director

YMCA's C.A.R.E. Program Director, Eason Ramson joins Allen to discuss C.A.R.E.'s nine-week educational program that provides truant youth with an innovative map to graduation and the support needed to make it there.


The Dangers of Schoolyard Pollution
Special Guest: Blake Morrison - USA Reporter & Grantham Prize Winner, Co-Author - The Smokestack Effect

2009 Winner of the Grantham Prize for Excellence in Reporting on the Environment, Blake Morrison joins Allen to talk about the research that he, and fellow USA Today reporter Brad Heath, did to uncover the major industrial pollution affecting more than 128,000 school playgrounds in and around major U.S. cities.

Get with the Right Program! Possibly the most important decision you'll make.

Special Guest:  Douglas Bodin

Allen and Douglas discuss "the process" of sifting through the large number of specialized schools, programs and services that are available to parents as they tackle one of the most difficult decisions they will make for their child's welfare and future.

Using Wolfram/Alpha is like having access to the Smartest Kid in School - 24 hours a day, seven days a week... for free!

Special Guest: Alan Joyce, Content Manager, Wolfram Research

Allen, Rob and their guest, Alan Joyce, preview the activities of "Homework Day" - October 21st. This groundbreaking, live interactive web event brings together students and educators from across the country to solve the toughest assignments and explore the power of using Wolfram/Alpha for school, college, and beyond. Listen in to learn how to access the Wolfram/Alpha website for unprecedented answers and information free, be it for homework assignments or major research. Allen really caught them doing something good!

MS-13 – Inside America’s most violent gang
Special Guest:  Samuel Logan

In today's show investigative journalist Samuel Logan offers our audience a glimpse inside a group the FBI calls "the fastest growing and most violent gang in the country."

The Power of NLP and Huna
Special Guest:  Matthew James

Matthew, Allen and Rob discuss the power of Huna, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Time Empowerment® Techniques, Hypnosis and other innovative approaches -- and their effectiveness in providing lasting, positive change and personal empowerment.

Don't Blame the Mirror for Your Own Reflection! Let Go of What Hurts and Learn "How to Love"

Special Guest: : Dr. Gordon Livingston, Well-known Psychiatrist and Author.

In today's show Allen and Dr. Livingston, a physician of the human heart and a philosopher of human psychology - discuss the complexity of relationships with others, and how to make the best choices that will lead to both compatibility and long-term happiness.

"Teaming UP! To Tackle the Curves in Education

Special Guest: Mark Sklarow, Executive Director, Independent Educational Consultants Association

This week's special guest discusses the roll of the Educational Consultant and the association’s hosting of the most advanced and prestigious educational conferences in the country.

"Get Free From What's Holding You Back" The 7 Essentials to Discovering Life's Purpose & Possibility

Special Guest: Shelly Zavala, Phy.D. Founder of the Foundation for Positive Living.

Dr. Zavala and Allen discuss her revolutionary “7 essentials that give life direction, purpose and possibility”.
Learn the secrets to discovering the freedom to express yourself, tapping your potential and mapping a successfully path to achieving your dreams.

How to live a long and healthy life! "Optimal Living" Seven steps to a healthy, fit, age resistant body

Special Guest:  Dr. James Meschino, D.C., M.S., N.D.- Author of Four Wellness/Anti-aging Books, with a Masters Degree in Nutrition
Allen and Dr. James Meschino, discuss the crisis in health, and how improved diet and supplementation at any age may positively affect behavior, performance and longevity!  A "life changing" show you will not want miss!

Be yourself, everyone else is taken", the art of Authenticity

Special Guest:  Mike Robbins - Personal development expert and Bestselling author of "Be Yourself, Everyone Else is Already Taken"

This week's show presented simple yet effective ways to exercise the power of authenticity.  The ideas, principles, and practices laid out in Mike's book give specific techniques which allow teens, and all family members, to express themselves fully with confidence. Don’t miss this show, it was the real deal!

Back by Popular Demand -Doc Dan of Redcliff Ascent Therapeutic Wilderness Experience

Special Guest: "Doc Dan" Sanderson, Clinical Director for RedCliff Ascent: Co-Host: Rob Spencer, Field Manager for West Shield Adolescent Services

“Doc Dan” Sanderson discusses with Allen and Rob the Therapeutic Wilderness Experience for troubled teenagers. Since 1993, RedCliff Ascent has helped thousands of students and their families using advanced groundbreaking treatment approaches.

Back by Popular Demand - KidzEra Magazine-TV-Web - Created By Kids, For Kids
Special Guest: Scott Smith, CEO of YOUTH INTERMEDIA KidzEra Magazine, Teen News TV, KidzEra.com and KidzEra Mobile

Co-Host: Logan Clarke, investigator, actor and author of "Last Night An Angel Stopped By"

This week Allen and Logan discuss with Scott Smith Youth Intermedia's commitment to empower kids from all over the globe by providing them with an opportunity to create and have their work appear in an international forum via magazine, web and TV. Don’t miss the opportunity to listen to this show!

Taking addiction treatment and extended care to the next level
Special Guest: Nanette Zumwalt, CADC II, BRII, President and CEO of Hired Power
Allen and Nanette discuss Hired Power's long established professional transition services used during the sobriety process.  From safe passage to facilities, to monitoring and assisting with transition, they examine what can be done during the difficult times as clients re-establish healthy lifestyles. If you know anyone with a chemical dependency problem, you won’t want to miss this show.

How Play and Physical Activity Can Jumpstart a Child's Future!
Special Guest: Rae Pica, Radio host and author of 18 books, including A Running Start:
During this show, Rae discusses with Allen, Tom and Linda why children need to move and play and how it benefits the whole child, not just for the sake of their physical selves, but also for social, emotional and cognitive development.

Innovative YMCA Programs that are dramatically changing the lives of teens!
Special Guest: Gina Fromer, Executive Director of BayView Hunters Point YMCA.
From music to sports, or arts to academics, Bayview Hunters Point YMCA has become a shining star of one of the most popular and respected organizations in the U.S. Gina shares with our listeners how her passionate staff engage and inspire kids with enhanced traditional and innovative non-traditional programs.

The Challenge of Finding the "Best Match" in Resources for Troubled and Special-needs Teens!

Special Guest: Dore E. Frances, M.A. A.C.C. Horizon Family Solutions, LLC and Radio Host of "Troubled Teen Help"
Co-Host: Tom Costanzo, Co-Founder of; Adolescent Special Needs and Placement Listen as Dore, Tom and Allen discuss both positive and negative flags to look for when placing an “at risk” teen into a specialized school or program.

Weighing in on the G.O.L.D Standard of Positive Parenting!

Special Guest: Blaise Cardoza, Sephten Clevenger and the Jensen Family
Co-Host: Tom Costanzo, Co-Founder of; Adolescent Special Needs And Placement

This week's show features "Wisdom from the other side of the table" as Blaise Cardoza and Sephten Clevenger ask questions of the Jensen kids who discuss how they have co-created, with their parents, the most important elements of their families' successful "operating and cooperating" structures… Today the Teens and Tweens Rule!

The Jensen parents, Rick and Wendy are the authors of the G.O.L.D. Standard of positive parenting. Their family is living proof that the principles of Gratitude, Obedience, Love/Respect, Discipline and Service do work.

Teens & Their Families Celebrating Green

Special Guest: Lynn & Corey Colwell, Writers, Speakers & Consultants on Living and Celebrating Green

Lynn and Corey Colwell are a mother-daughter team and co-authors of Celebrate Green! Creating Eco-Savvy Holidays, Celebrations and Traditions for the Whole Family. Using creativity, laughter and collaboration, they share with Allen and our listeners how "going green" during holidays and other celebrations can be easy, affordable and fun for the whole family. Listen and learn more…

Adolescent Therapeutic Wilderness Experiences

Special Guest: "Doc Dan" Sanderson, Clinical Director, RedCliff Ascent
Co-Host: Rob Spencer: Field Manager, West Shield Adolescent Services

"Doc Dan" Sanderson joins Allen and Rob to explore the success of comprehensive therapeutic wilderness programs. Doc Dan's groundbreaking treatment approach involves parents in their child's therapy. Redcliff helps parent understand the concepts of "developmental vacation" and “psychological basement” – the detached parts of ourselves that prevent parents and kids from achieving healthy relationships – the hallmarks of the facility's treatment protocol. Listen and learn more…

Special Guest -  Alison Rhodes,
Nationally-Known Expert  "The Safety Mom"
Alison Rhodes - also known as The Safety Mom, has exploded onto the national scene as the preeminent voice on kid's safety, wellness and healthy living.  We invite you to join Allen and Alison as they provide tips and advice to parents on a broad range of safety and health-related issues.

Special Guest - Parth Gandhi, Ph.D.,
Clinical Neuropsychologist & Director of NADC.

Special Guest - Brenda Nixon, Author, Parent Educator
Parents are always looking for answers about how to raise their children. Allen’s Guest, Brenda Nixon, an expert on educating parents about childrearing at all ages, brings great insight regarding setting early childhood structure and values (such as gratitude and helping others) which greatly affects “positive” behavior extending through the teen years and beyond. Brenda earned a Masters Degree in Religious Education, worked as a hospital chaplain, parent educator, and served as the parenting expert on FOX TV4 in Kansas City.

Special Guest –John Bishop, Author of “Goal Setting for Students”
When students learn how to use goal setting principles, they take more ownership of their education. Allen and his guest, John Bishop, discuss how students (ages 9 -15) can successfully implement his top 8 goal setting principles in their school work. John is Executive Director of Accent on Success, a graduate of Babson College in Boston and has more than twenty five years experience in sales management.

Guest: Cindy La Ferle writes essays, columns, and features on family topics and women's midlife issues.  Allen and Cindy discuss one of the topics all parents eventually face, "When and how to start letting go!" And much more!

Guest: Brad Edgar, Chief Operating Officer of Shelterwood, which is a licensed Christian residential teen treatment program, dedicated to family counseling and restoration of relationships in a facility that treats troubled adolescents. During the later part of the show, Brad and Allen discuss Shelterwood's multi-faceted teen counseling and teen mentoring strategy to create a dynamic atmosphere that wraps teens in love when they are at their worst.

How to discipline your Kids without yelling spanking, nagging, or time outs!?

Special Guest: Special Guests: Rick & Wendy Jensen - “Authors of the "G.O.L.D Standard"

The proud parents of 7 children, a few years ago Rick and Wendy Jensen realized that something needed to be done to increase the love and harmony in their home. This is when they began formulating a parenting program called "The G.O.L.D. Standard", which is based on the principles of Gratitude, Obedience, Love / Respect, Discipline and Service. By implementing their amazing "positive, award-based" system, their family went through a wonderful transformation with an outcome that all parents desire ... children who are accountable for their own actions, and more cooperative and willing to work!  During this show, they will share the secret of their success with Allen and his audience.

Rick has his Masters in Education and has worked with the youth in an educational setting for over nine years. Wendy is a freelance writer, an interpreter for the deaf and authored of, "Sign Language for Babies and Beyond: How to promote early communication and language development in your child".

What are the "big" mistakes that parents make after divorce?

Special Guest: Pat Montgomery, Host of Parents Rule! Radio Show
Pat is also the author of  "Now You Know What I know: Parenting Wisdom of a Grandmother"
Allen and his guest, tackled the tough questions surrounding divorce and how parents can minimize the physical, emotional and spiritual damage inflicted on their children. They gave guidance to parents regarding... “How do you tell the kids” and many other issues.

How we can end slavery and human trafficking.
Special Guest: Dr. Kevin Bales  President and Co-Founder of "Free the Slaves"
Allen was joined by Dr. Kevin Bales, co-founder of "Free the Slaves," an organization that was formed in response to Dr. Bales' groundbreaking book, Disposable People. The award winning book introduced much of the world to modern-day slavery.

Free the Slaves works on the ground with liberators around the world. They do what it takes to free men, women and children and help them stay free. Kevin Bales' follow-up book, "Ending Slavery" explains how we can eradicate slavery. Forever. His latest book, The Slave Next Door is a wake-up call to Americans that this is not a problem that only happens half way around the world…it happens right here in the U.S.

"Don't Stop Now:  Parent Involvement in Literacy Beyond the Early Elementary Years".
Special Guest: Cathy Miller, President of TLA - The Literacy Ambassador's® Mission
Lighting the spark and fanning the flame of literacy, Cathy began her journey with a vision of building bridges for children, hand in hand with adults, promoting literacy as a tool for life.  Utilizing leading edge research and reading technologies, TLA emphasizes the "big picture" and "behavior" of reading.

KidzEra - Innovative Media Platform Educates Kids While Entertaining Them with By "Kids, For Kids" Philosophy.

Special Guest: Scott Smith, YOUTH INTERMEDIA -  KidzEra Magazine, KidzEra Teen News TV, KidzEra.com and KidzEra Mobile".

Kicking off our June agenda is a discussion exploring the newest challenge for educators - the Tweens, ages 8 to 12. Youth Intermedia is a marketing and mass media production company that has developed a successful system, the KidzEra multimedia platform, that improves education methodologies for hard to teach and reach - youth demographic.

KidzEra empowers kids by providing tool sets that enable  them to create their own multimedia content. The "By Kids, For Kids" model ensures that the content on our media channels is interesting and relevant to Tweens.

How much does parent involvement in education make a difference?
Special Guest: Stacey Kannenberg, Publisher & Nationally Renowned Education Expert and Award Winning Author Part of the reason kids struggle in the older grades is that parents need to be involved from day one and the curriculum usually starts to be beyond the average parent by 5th or 6th grade. Discussion topics include: What can parents and kids do to take back education and how do you motivate a child that simply isn't interested in school?
Stacey Kannenberg is a media favorite with numerous television appearances along with hundreds of radio, magazine and newspaper stories. She is also a frequent presenter at Early Learning and Head Start Conferences where she holds workshops for teachers and educators entitled:  “Empowering Parents 101”.

Special Guest: Laura Ramirez, Psychologist and Author
Laura is the author of "Keepers of the Children: Native American Wisdom and Parenting." This award-winning book combines ancient native concepts with cutting-edge psychology to show parents how to raise children to develop their natural strengths, hone keen self preservation skills that will keep them safe from harm and grow into adults who share their strengths with others by making unique contributions to the world. And...back by popular demand, writer and satirist Will Jones as Allen's co-host. This is a show you won’t want to miss!

Making a case for Residential Treatment Centers.
Special Guest: Lisa Foley, LCSW, Clinical Supervisor of Therapeutic Services, Willow Springs Center. 
Listen in as Allen and Lisa discuss the merits of “Residential Treatment Centers” and much more.

Special Guests: Tim Brace and Kelly Dunbar of the Carlbrook School in Virginia.  Co-host: Rob Spencer
Listen as Allen, Rob, Tim and Kelly discuss the value of character development for teenage students and wonder why it isn’t part of every high school curriculum…
It is at Carlbrook, and much more.

Ten years after Columbine:  How much safer are our schools? 
Special Guests:Nationally recognized educator, speaker, facilitator and trainer; Rick Phillips.
Video editor, writer and satirist, Will Jones and West Shield Adolescent Services lead transport agent and youth leader Dave Munoz discuss school violence in America.
Rick Phillips is founder of "Community Matters" and is the lead author of "Safe School Ambassadors: Harnessing Student Power to Stop Bullying and Violence”.Listen in as they discuss some of the disturbing facts that have come out in Rick’s 22 page report card.

Special Guests: Anti-human trafficking activists, Dottie Laster and Pastor Kerry Decker. 
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Pastor Kerry Decker, founder and president of MillionKids.org. This non-profit organization offers vocational training and business start up for South East Asian Girls that have been rescued from human trafficking.
Dottie Laster has built a reputation as a dedicated advocate against human trafficking and President of Laster Global Consulting which trains Law Enforcement and other organizations on how to combat Human Trafficking. 
Listen in as they discuss with Allen the growing problem of human trafficking and how they combat it, and how you can help!

Guest: Raul Perez, owner of Abet Security Services Inc. He's been providing K-9 narcotic detection services to schools for over 15 years. Raul started his Canine Narcotic Detection Program to help bring awareness to parents who suspect their teens are using drugs and get them help before it's too late.  If you or a family you work with suspects their teenager is using illegal drugs, then this is a show you won't want to miss!

DO YOU WANT TO FEEL INNER PEACE AND JOY NO MATTER WHAT IS HAPPENING IN YOUR LIFE?
Then this show is one you won't want to miss!
Our Special Guest, Dr. Shelly Zavala has been a coach and presenter to a large number of individual, community and corporate organizations. As a Doctor of Psychology and Licensed Marriage, and Family Therapist, Dr. Zavala assists clients in empowering themselves through the concept of self-responsibility, accountability and living with intention and authenticity. 

Guest Rick Johnson, Executive Director of Summit Preparatory School in Kalispell, Montana started  his career as an outpatient adolescent therapist. Now Rick and his  co-founders successfully run the school based on how to best serve adolescents when outpatient care provides too little and long-term impatient treatment seems too extreme. Listen to this very informative show.

Special Guest, Trudi Morrison. Trudi has been working with not for profit organizations for 25 years, co-founding the Ronald McDonald House of San Francisco.
Having raised five children in a blended family, Trudi shared her life's experiences on Parenting and family communication. The grounded reality and advice she brings to parenting is invaluable.

Guest, Debra Gwartney, author of the critically acclaimed book, "Live Through This."   A heart wrenching tale of a family torn to pieces, but pieced back together through redeemed relationships. The story is personal, the author faced this situation herself. Listen in and hear this life changing and inspiring tale of a modern day family.

Allen Cardoza was the special guest "On the Couch" for Dr. Michelle Roth's Show.
Listen to Dr. Michelle and Allen talk about "running away in America", adolescent transport to specialized programs, "family contracts, and more.If you have teenagers or work with them, this show is a must for you!

Guests: Strike Force's Larry Gassin and Dottie Laster discuss human trafficking with Allen. Sadly, this is one of the fastest growing crimes in the world, with conservative estimates of over 27 million people in slavery today. Listen how they are working to slow this crime down and what you can do to help.

Florian Schlosser, human behavior expert, has been helping people find peace and well being for years. Traveling the world to teach us how to connect with others on a much deeper level.  Listen in to Allen and Florian discuss how to reduce stress and find a different and more balanced way to live your life. Click below to listen live!

Guests Jeffrey Kemp and Linda McKinney discuss wilderness therapy in the U.S. and Australia for teens. Listen in as Allen, Parker, Linda and Jeff discuss how these programs help teens and young adults, and give advice for parents on how to help their own teenager!

Personal information protection, in the physical and digital worlds, becomes more of an issue every day. Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in America today; and Internet Predators make their way into your personal life in a way that was not even possible years ago. Paul Curtis, Internet security specialist, discusses with Allen ways to protect you and your family from the threats that this new digital world imposes. Listen in and learn how to protect yourself and those you love!

Dr. Robert Fischer and Anne LaRiviere are co-founders of the Optimum Perfomance Institute, a place for young adults searching for purpose in life. Listen to them discuss with Allen the challenges of transitioning into adulthood for young people today. These guests are very informed and experienced with 17-25 year olds learning how to be  responsible members of society. Listen, and get advice and help for yourself, or for the young person in your life.

Guest: Dr. Michelle Roth, Psychologist, Relationship Expert
Listen as Dr Michelle and Allen discuss solutions to diffusing conflict with your teenager, focusing on what to do when a teenager makes a mistake,  is acting out, or is constantly defiant. Many of the common questions about how the relationship between parents and teens can thrive are answered. 

Guest: Sherry Gaba, LCSW and Life Coach. Listen as Sherry and Allen discuss what love addiction is, 
what leads adolescents to love addiction, what some of the childhood causes are and provide parenting tips to deal with this and other forms of addiction.

Guests: Chase and Blaise Cardoza and Mason Clevenger.
Learn what boys are really thinking as they prepare for entering high school and/or middle school for the first time.
Listen to what happens to the show when it is taken over by 12 and 14 year old boys!

Guest: Phil Ludwig, founder and CEO of Teen Rescue, Inc. and Julian Youth Academy.
Phil brings his passion for helping families in crisis while addressing issues such as teens in crisis, conflict resolution, and other topics related to healthy family relationships.

Guest: Internationally renowned Private Investigator, Logan Clarke addresses the controversial subject of; International parental abduction investigations.

Guests: Director of Clinical services, Lori Kaplan, Ph.D, and the founders of Abundant Life and Adolescent Growth, Inc., John Lewis, M.A. and Dr. Joy Holmes, Psy.D. “Abundant Life” is a dual diagnosis residential facility for adolescents who have found themselves in crisis.

Guest: Robert Spencer, Field Manager of West Shield Adolescent Services Inc
Listen to Rob and Allen talk about the link between martial arts training and self esteem, as well as many other topics that will help you find…answers for the family.

Guest, John Lieberman, Director of Operation of Visions Treatment Center. If you are an educational consultant, psychologist, school counselor or parent of a teen,
don’t miss this show!