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Nick Bodine serves as the Church Location Pastor of Central Henderson. He grew up in Albuquerque, NM, and moved to the Las Vegas area in 2000. He graduated from Foothill High School and started his career in management at Target, followed by Starbucks, and joined the Central team in 2007. He has a Biblical Studies Certificate through Liberty University. Nick and his wife, Laura, live in the Las Vegas area with their three daughters, Avery, Quinn, and Cosette, along with their dogs Zoe & Olive.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Scott's road to CEO has taken an unconventional route as he began his career in show business. Whether he was teaching performance to competitive ice skaters alongside Olympic medalist, Ron Ludington, to becoming the official blogger for Project Runway Season 3, Scott has always been the first to raise his hand when an opportunity presented itself. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Scott grew up in Scottsdale, Arizona and has lived in several states along the way. He moved to Las Vegas in 1999 with his husband, Michael, and joined Make-A-Wish in 2018 as the Vice President of Mission Advancement before taking over as CEO in October 2021.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Michael Franzese Sr. is a former New York City caporegime in the Colombo crime family and the son of Sonny Franzese, a former underboss. In 1986, Vanity Fair called him one of the Mob's biggest earners since Al Capone, and Fortune Magazine ranked him 18th on their list of "Fifty Biggest Mafia Bosses" at age 35. He uses his past experiences to inspire and educate audiences. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Corrin Sullivan leads faculty committees to develop program goals for Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV’s curriculum with a focus on maintaining national standards and regulations. Sullivan also promotes the integration of basic science instruction with clinical skills, which allows medical students to begin applying their lessons in form of clinical skills from the first day of instruction.Sullivan has published written research and a policy memorandum regarding the Constitutional Basis for Education Reform in Nevada for the Nevada Senate Education Committee as well as State Funding of Academic Medical Centers for the University of Washington. Her publication on transformational leadership was featured in Argosy for Educause and her undergraduate thesis, The Essence of Leadership: An Analysis of the Men Who Have Taken ‘Center Stage’, was published by the UNLV Honors College.Sullivan has received several accolades for leadership initiatives, team building, organization and curricular management in higher education. In 2013, she was one of 10 national recipients of the National Florence Hood Miner scholarship.She graduated summa cum laude from UNLV with a BA in Political Science: Government & Public Policy in 2005, and completed her MAEd post-baccalaureate study at Argosy University in Higher & Postsecondary Education: Leadership & Administration. She also has a MA in Education Policy and a Ph.D in Education Policy, Organizations, and Leadership from the University of Washington. Dr. Sullivan also founded Lowtail Libations with the same entrepreneurial spirit as the School of Medicine. She wanted people to have options when it comes to health care and in the care of themselves. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Dame Susan Jocelyn Bell Burnell is an astrophysicist from Northern Ireland who, as a postgraduate student, discovered the first radio pulsars in 1967. The discovery eventually earned the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1974.Bell Burnell was president of the Royal Astronomical Society from 2002 to 2004, president of the Institute of Physics from October 2008 until October 2010, and interim president of the Institute following the death of her successor, Marshall Stoneham, in early 2011. She was Chancellor of the University of Dundee from 2018 to 2023.In 2018, she was awarded the Special Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics. Following the announcement of the award, she decided to use the $3 million (£2.3 million) prize money to establish a fund to help female, minority and refugee students to become research physicists. The fund is administered by the Institute of Physics.In 2021, Bell Burnell became the second female recipient (after Dorothy Hodgkin in 1976) of the Copley Medal.

Maria Alejandra Albarracin is a passionate and creative professional fluent in English and Spanish. Her experience includes roles at Nevarez Communications and NBCUniversal Telemundo, where she developed skills in public relations, social media, and journalism. As the Assistant Vice Chair of Membership for the Miami Chapter of WomenInMusic, she's showcased leadership and a dedication to empowering women in the industry. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Gary G., owner of Houdini Car Wraps, is a creative entrepreneur with a passion for custom vehicle design. Starting with a love for cars, Gary turned his talent for customization into a thriving business known for bold, high-quality auto wraps, from sleek color changes to commercial fleet graphics.In this Edutainment Learning interview, Gary will give students a behind-the-scenes look at the exciting world of auto wrapping, sharing how designs are created, wraps are applied, and technology shapes the industry. His journey from hobbyist to successful business owner offers inspiration for students to turn their passions into future careers.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Alicia Dean is a Marketing Promotions and Events Specialist professional with 14 years of demonstrated experience in developing and executing marketing and event plans, working with many celebrities and VIPs, and also extremely organized, detail-oriented, and reliable. Previous to Marketing, Dean has worked with various TV production companies and networks, facilitating hundreds of on location shoots at Graceland including The Travel Channel, Dancing With The Stars, The Food Network, MTV, CMT, Annie Leibovitz in addition to multiple broadcasts of CNN's Larry King Live, ABC’s GMA and NBC’s The Today Show. One of her biggest projects was working with Artist Den on producing and facilitating a concert and video production of Kid Rock’s performance at Graceland. Alicia currently co-hosts a weekly radio show on Sirius/XM’s Elvis Radio called “The Graceland Beat.” The Graceland Beat is your Elvis Radio weekly “magazine-style” radio show featuring news, info, and features fans from all around the world.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Ron began his career in 1982 with the Price Company in the Phoenix, Arizona market. Ron held several management positions in operations before being promoted to Warehouse Manager in Colorado in 1992. After 7 years as a Warehouse Manager in both Colorado and Arizona, Ron was promoted to Vice President of Operations in the San Diego Region in 1999. In 2010, Ron moved to Washington where he was promoted to Senior Vice President of the Northwest Region. August 2015, Ron started in the Real Estate department, working on International and Domestic New Markets and Expansion. Shortly after, Ron became the Executive Vice President of merchandising in July 2016. In February 2022, Costco’s Board of Directors appointed Ron to the position of President and Chief Operating Officer. He was also elected to the Board of Directors. In January 2024, Ron became the third Chief Executive Officer of Costco Wholesale.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Meet Josie Balka: a Canadian author, media personality, and voice-over artist who describes herself as the happiest sad girl you’ll ever meet. With a talent for bringing people together, Josie’s poetry resonates deeply by exploring shared human experiences. Though she has been creating content for years, it was her embrace of vulnerability that allowed her to connect more meaningfully with her audience. Through her work, Josie offers a heartfelt exploration of life’s complexities and the beauty of connection.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

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Mr. Robert N. Wilson, a longtime leader in the pharmaceutical, medical device and biotech industries, is the former Chairman of Johnson & Johnson, PhRMA, Synta Pharmaceuticals Corporation, Caxton Health Holdings and Mevion Systems. Mr. Wilson was also a member of the board of directors of both Charles Schwab Corporation and Hess Corporation. Mr. Wilson’s career at Johnson & Johnson notably included 15 years as the Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors and 20 years on the executive committee, working to expand the pharmaceutical, device and diagnostics programs. Mr. Wilson is an alumnus of Georgetown College.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Kelley Jones is the founding partner of both Leverage Hospitality Group and Hospitality Alliance and is also the principal of Kelley Jones Hospitality with offices in New York City, Dallas and Las Vegas. Kelley and his Hospitality Alliance partners are creating, curating and master planned Food Halls in Dallas, Las Vegas and Fort Worth. He recently opened Emmitt’s Vegas with Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith on the Las Vegas Strip and is opening Social Station in Henderson, Nevada. Jones launched Gaku Ramen, loosely translated in Japanese to “educated noodle”, in Burlington Vermont, Boulder and Fort Collins Colorado with a planned expansion into college towns across North America.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Cullen Jones is a world champion swimmer, world record holder and Olympic gold medalist who has made it his mission to spread the important message of water safety and drowning prevention. After a near-drowning experience as a child, Cullen was immediately put in swim lessons, where it became clear very quickly that he had a natural talent as a swimmer. Cullen worked tirelessly to shatter stereotypes and to help promote diversity and inclusion in the sport. He became the first African American man to win a gold medal at the World University Games in 2005, and the first Black swimmer to hold a World Record. In his Olympic swimming career, Cullen won 4 medals - earning a gold medal in 2008 in the 4x100 Freestyle Relay - also known as the Greatest Relay in Olympic History - then 2 silvers (4x100m freestyle relay and 50m freestyle) and a gold medal in 4x100 medley relay the 2012 games. Now retired from competitive swimming, Cullen continues to make waves for water safety, advocating for access to life-saving swim lessons for ALL children. Cullen serves as an ambassador and board member of the USA Swimming Foundation, the philanthropic arm of USA Swimming, and works with Goldfish Swim School to advocate for water safety and enjoy being a Goldfish Dad to his son Ayvn.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Patrick Lahey is the co-founder of Triton Submarines in Sebastian, Florida. Born in Canada, Patrick began diving in 1975 and started work as a commercial diver in 1982. During a 39- year long career in the underwater business, Patrick has participated in the manufacture, testing and operation of numerous underwater vehicles and diving systems including over 60 human occupied submersibles. In his role at Triton Submarines, Patrick has overseen the development of their entire range of submersibles, including the Triton 36,000/2 (named LF by the client), which is the first and only fully accredited submersible intended for daily use at any depth. Patrick has made five dives to the bottom of the Mariana Trench and during the certification dive of the LF in 2019, Patrick and DNV surveyor, Jonathan Struwe, completed a salvage operation at the deepest point in the ocean (35,853 feet or 10,928 meters).Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

James Burnett, a seasoned voice actor with over two decades of experience, began his journey at the age of 16, honing his craft through impressions before developing his unique vocal style. A lifelong passion for music and performance, James credits his time in school choirs with further shaping his voice and versatility.Initially pursuing voice acting as a secondary endeavor, James recently embraced it as a primary focus, bringing a fresh perspective and creative freedom to his work. He chooses projects that align with his passions, ensuring his craft remains both fulfilling and fun. With a rich history and dedication to his art, James continues to make his mark in the voice acting industry.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

JJ Kavelaars, is a Canadian astronomer who was part of a team that discovered several moons of Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. He is also a discoverer of minor planets and an investigator on the extended New Horizons mission, having aided in the discovery of 486958 Arrokoth.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Vernon Schmidt enlisted in the Air Corps to avoid being drafted. As a sophomore in high school at the time, Schmidt began receiving military training from national guard officers at his school. He was trained to march, performed battle movements, understand the rank decorum, send and receive signals in Morse Code, and was given a brief weapons orientation. At the junior college on his high school's campus, the military build-up and training program could not be avoided. Many training flights flew over his school during the day. As a result of this training and experience, joining the military was not a big adjustment for him physically or in terms of accepting order and discipline. Upon graduating high school in 1943, Schmidt went to Hammer Field to enlist in the Air Corps like his brother.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

As a young girl she was raised in a determinedly anti-Fascist family who suffered some deprivations because of this opposition. In her teen years she and her family, as with all Italians, suffered and were witness to the horrors of bombings, executions, and other brutalities perpetrated by home-grown and foreign aggressors. She became a member of the “Resistenza” as a partisan, belonging to a group called the Garibaldi Brigade around her home city of Turin and participated in dangerous missions to support the fighters in the underground for several years. More than once, she put herself in harm’s way for the good of others and for her country. Fortunately, she lived to tell about her experiences even though she is still emotionally distraught over memories of this horrific time. In 1946 she came to America as a War Bride, marrying a man she had briefly met only a year earlier. He promised to return to Italy to marry her, which he did. Her early years as a young woman and mother in a foreign land, married to a deeply flawed man she really didn’t know at all, were unhappy and presented her with many challenges that might have subdued a lesser person. Thanks in part to the strengths from her upbringing and experiences in Italy, she endured and is contented living in Scottsdale, Arizona — except for the fact that her story had remained untold.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Mykel Hawke (born November 29, 1965) is a retired U.S. Army Special Forces officer, author, and television and film personality. He is perhaps best known for the television programs he created on Discovery Channel called Man, Woman, Wild and One Man Army. He left Discovery to work on two new programs: Lost Survivors for Travel Channel and Elite Tactical Unit for Outdoor Channel.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Daniel has been featured on national TV dozens of times, being interviewed in Fox News, Fox Business, CNN, Newsmax, NTD News, and many other TV channels and radio stations discussing everything from what’s happening in Venezuela, to the impact of socialist policies in America, economics, foreign policy, and immigration. He has written op-eds and articles for outlets such as the USA Today, National Review, City Journal, and The Daily Wire. Daniel is also a sought-after public speaker who lays out the problems of socialism using his story and knowledge to connect with diverse audiences. He speaks at college campuses through Young America’s Foundation, and he is a board member at their Center for Entrepreneurship and Free Enterprise.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Experienced Director of Operations and Senior VP of several business ventures in NV. Freelance Live Pro & College Sports.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Joe Cortez is an American former boxing referee who has officiated in many important world title bouts. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2011.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Jean-François Manzoni (JFM) is Professor of Leadership and Organizational Development at the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), where he served as President and Nestlé Professor from 2017 to 2024. His research, teaching, and consulting activities are focused on leadership, the development of high-performance organizations and corporate governance.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Mayor Romero serves with her fellow council members as the legislative branch of the Henderson community, responsible for setting policies and making decisions for many aspects of local government for Nevada’s second largest city, recognized as one of the best places to live in America and one of the nation’s safest cities. Mayor Romero represents the City of Henderson on the Board of Directors of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance, Civilian Military Council, as one of the Chief Local Elected Officials overseeing the Board of Workforce Connections and as the Council representative to the Henderson Audit Committee.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Chad Wolf is the lead singer of Carolina Liar a Swedish-American pop rock band. Chad is originally from Moncks Corner, South Carolina; other members originate from Stockholm, Sweden.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Born in Barcelona, ​​he soon moved to Alicante where he began his musical studies at the young age of 10 years. Since then his relationship with music does not cease and specializing in saxophone, participates in various bands, orchestras and groups.In 2010 he joined the Pura Mandanga group as a saxophonist where he began touring the country and entering the world of festival music. That same year they recorded «Todo o Nada«, the group’s first model. In 2011 he launched his first solo model entitled «La Ballena Azul«, where we began to glimpse the style that will characterize him throughout his career. In 2012 his group presents its first cd «Especie Animal«. In 2013 he graduated in Advertising and Public Relations from the University of Alicante and began several personal projects as a graphic designer and composer of pieces for audiovisual productions. In 2014 he presented a second work entitled «Antimateria» where he maintains his style. In 2015 he launched “Camino”, his third job. This album is very well received by the public, being reproduced and downloaded more than half a million times. He is also invited and honored at the International Film Festival of Chefchaouen (Morocco) in collaboration with UNICEF.That same year Pura Mandanga launches his second work entitled “Entre la Tierra y el Mar” In 2016 he founded, together with a partner, his own design and music production studio called LaTacha Estudio. In this study and under his baton are made all kinds of musical productions and designs for different brands recognized both nationally and internationally. In 2017 Rapunzel: The Musical, written by Rubén Yuste and whose music is composed by the Alicante composer, opens. The musical keeps a good reception coming to play in the Gran Vía of Madrid and currently continues to fill theaters throughout the country. That same year he presented «Singularity» his next work, awarded the Playstation® Talents Music award. In January 2018, “Timothy vs. The Aliens”, a Playstation 4® video game, which is part of its BSO, goes on sale. After this will come «Tu Cara Me Suena: The Video Game®» and «eCrossminton» for the same platform. In the middle of the year he releases: «The Journey». In 2019, the Effie video game goes on sale and with it its original soundtrack composed in its new studio: ANBR Studio.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Despite being born with Osteogenesis imperfecta type 2/3 and having a mere 5% chance of surviving birth, Coach Dan McCarty has defied the odds, enduring over 300 bone fractures and undergoing three major surgeries. At 21 years old, he is a follower of Jesus, a distinguished baseball coach, mentor, public speaker, and innovative content creator. Beyond the baseball diamond, Coach Dan is a passionate advocate for individuals, channeling his energy into powerful public speaking engagements. His commitment extends to mentoring athletes through personalized programs designed to empower athletes (10 and up) who are facing challenges on and off the field. Emphasizing faith-based leadership and character development, Coach Dan helps people recognize and harness their innate strengths for personal, spiritual, and athletic growth.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Ed Hubbard was born in 1938 in Kansas City, Missouri. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force Reserve on June 24, 1955, and served as a flight engineer on C-119 Flying Boxcar transports with the 303rd Troop Carrier Squadron of the 442nd Troop Carrier Wing at Grandview AFB (renamed Richards-Gebaur AFB in 1957), Missouri, until August 20, 1961, when he was accepted into the Aviation Cadet Program. Hubbard was commissioned a 2Lt and was awarded his Navigator Wings on July 6, 1962. After completing Navigator-Bombardier training, photo reconnaissance school, and RB-66 Destroyer combat crew training, Lt Hubbard was assigned to the 30th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron at RAF Alconbury in England from October 1963 to July 1965. He was next assigned to the 42nd Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron at Chambley AB, France, from July to October 1965, and then with the 19th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, also at Chambley, from October 1965 to June 1966. Hubbard began flying combat missions as an EB-66C Navigator with the 41st Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron flying out of Takhli Royal Thai AFB, Thailand, in June 1966, and he was forced to eject over North Vietnam on his 26th combat mission on July 20, 1966, and was immediately captured and taken as a Prisoner of War. After spending 2,420 days in captivity, Capt Hubbard was released during Operation Homecoming on March 4, 1973. After hospitalization for his injuries, he completed Air Command and Staff College at Maxwell AFB, Alabama. Hubbard next completed F-4 Weapons Systems Officer upgrade training before being assigned to the 58th Tactical Fighter Squadron of the 33rd Tactical Fighter Wing based at Eglin AFB, Florida, where he served from June 1975 to July 1976. He then served with the 3246th Test Wing, also at Eglin, from July 1976 to August 1979. Hubbard attended the Air War College at Maxwell AFB, Alabama, from August 1979 to May 1980, and then returned to Eglin AFB to serve as Director of Safety with the Munition Systems Division until his retirement from the Air Force on July 31, 1990.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Sly Oliver plays a crucial role in pushing/piling and melting snow using heavy equipment and trucks from the MSP International Airport's tarmac.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Glenn Jacobs is currently serving his second term as Mayor of Knox County, TN. Prior to becoming Mayor in 2018, Jacobs enjoyed a successful career in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)—most notably under the stage name “Kane”—culminating in his induction into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2020. A staunch fiscal conservative and fierce advocate for limited government, during his first term, Jacobs delivered on his campaign promise of no tax hikes as well as pushed back against government overreach during the COVID-19 pandemic. In his second term, he is prioritizing workforce and economic development to make East Tennessee even more competitive in a rapidly evolving innovation-based global economy. Glenn and his wife, Crystal, have two daughters and two grandchildren.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Jedidiah Collins, a former NFL player turned Certified Financial Planner, faced financial challenges in his sports career, leading him to pursue financial education. He founded Money Vehicle, an education technology company, with a mission to provide engaging financial literacy curriculum, empowering individuals, including professional athletes and young professionals.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Alessandro Moreschi is an Italian young man from Mantua, a small city in the north of Italy. A few months ago, he graduated from the Enrico Fermi Institute, a scientific high school in Mantua, and also completed a three-year Dual Diploma program, earning both an Italian and an American diploma. On both occasions, he achieved excellent results: the maximum grade cum laude (100 cum laude) in the Italian school, and a "Certificate of Honour" each year of the Dual Diploma program. Currently, Alessandro has begun studying at the Faculty of Medicine at La Sapienza University in Rome. His decision to pursue medicine stems from both his passion for the field and personal reasons. As a child, Alessandro lost his grandfather to a tumor, an experience that profoundly impacted him. Because of this, he aspires to become an oncologist, with the goal of helping people heal from these devastating illnesses. He is determined to achieve this dream.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Jugal Hansraj is a feature film actor, writer and National Award winning film director from Mumbai, India. He began working in films as a child, starting with the much acclaimed ‘Masoom’ (1983) and went on to do leading roles in several films in the ‘90s and early 2000s, the notable ones being ‘Papa Kahte Hain’ (1996) and ‘Mohabbatein’ (2000) and more recently the hit Netflix show ‘Mismatched Season 2’(2022) , and the critically praised feature film ‘Shiv Shastri Balboa’(2023).Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Mr. Ian Sheard is a co-owner of SEAmagine Hydrospace Corporation and has been Chief Engineer and Designer since 1995, the inception of the company. Over the last 25 years Mr. Sheard has championed the development of SEAmagine’s submersible technology and his expertise has changed the face of the submersible industry. SEAmagine pioneered the positive buoyancy concept that all small submersible use today and designed for near 360-degree visibility for pilot and passengers. Mr. Sheard’s engineering prowess enabled these visions to become reality. Mr. Sheard is the author and co-author of a number of SEAmagine’s patents and he has been key in all areas regarding the company’s prototype development, engineering design, manufacturing, and regulatory approval of the company’s submersibles.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Kelly has worked in animation and live action production for the past 27 years, working on both the artistic and managerial sides of the industries. He began his career as a clay animator for television commercials at the age of 15. His professional work includes working for both DreamWorks Feature Animation and Buena Vista Motion Pictures at Disney. Loosli is the co-creator of the Animation program at Brigham Young University, where he currently serves as the director of the program. He teaches traditional animation, storyboarding, and visual development classes while overseeing the creation of both traditional and computer animated projects.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Charlene Simonian Vaca is the CEO with BizWorld.org and has been part of the team since November 2012. Her professional background is in operations, office administration, accounting, customer service, and sales. Charlene is responsible for the general operations of the organization including domestic and international programming, marketing, financials, and human resources.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Brennan Settles is a veteran esports and gaming professional, bridging his career with technology to streamline the way we consume content, engage audiences, and propel the industries forward. Through his time with Super League Gaming and BoomTV, Brennan built and managed products around esports events and consumer experiences. He previously managed thousands of events, while mentoring many digital broadcasting and event operations teams to execute at a world-class level. He now supports aspiring esports and gaming professionals through career development and ultimately job placement within the industry. Brennan currently works with some of the world's most popular IPs as the Live Ops Producer for WB Games New York, ensuring online stability for millions of players worldwide.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Jane Cleland-Huang is a software engineer whose research involves requirements engineering, requirements traceability, the safety engineering of cyber-physical systems, and agile software development, including work on air traffic control for unmanned aerial vehicles. Originally from England, she works in the US as Frank M. Freimann Professor of Computer Science, Chair of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Notre Dame, and director of the Software and Requirements Engineering Research Lab.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Armando Smeke is the head of strategic planning at Grupo Posadas, Mexico's largest hotel operator. Prior to this position at Posados, Armando worked as a strategic planning director, and a human resources analytics manager. Mr. Smeke will be discussing his career and the key role innovation plays in valuing creation as well as what distinguishes leaders from the rest. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Reno Grant is a seasoned professional broadcaster known for his distinctive voice and versatile presence across various media platforms. Over the course of his career, Reno has built a reputation for delivering engaging and insightful content, whether as a radio host, sports commentator, or news anchor. His passion for communication and storytelling has led him to work with major broadcasting networks, where he has covered a wide range of topics, from breaking news to entertainment and sports.In addition to his work on air, Reno is also involved in mentoring the next generation of broadcasters, sharing his wealth of knowledge and experience with aspiring talents. His passion for the industry and his ability to adapt to the ever-changing media environment continue to define his career.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Karl Bushby is a British ex-paratrooper, walking adventurer and author, currently attempting to be the first person to completely walk an unbroken path around the world. Bushby's trek is known as the Goliath Expedition.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Tom Mauriello is a renowned criminal forensics expert with over 30 years of experience in the field. He has served as a senior criminal investigator and special agent with the U.S. Department of Defense, specializing in investigative methods and forensic science. Mauriello is also a respected professor at the University of Maryland, where he teaches forensic sciences and criminal justice. In addition to his investigative work, he is a sought-after consultant and media expert on crime scene investigations, often sharing his expertise on major news outlets. He is the author of The Dollhouse Murders, a book that offers insight into crime scene investigations using detailed, small-scale dioramas to recreate real cases. Currently, Mauriello runs his consulting firm, ForensIQ, which provides forensic science services and education to legal professionals, law enforcement, and the public.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Stanley Praimnath describes his harrowing experience escaping the impact zone of the South Tower of the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, and how he gained a lifelong friend despite the tragedy of that day. Praimnath served as the Assistant Vice President of Fuji Bank, Limited in 2001, and his office was located on the 81st floor of the South Tower in New York City.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Author and motivational speaker, Dan Holdridge survived the September 11, 2001 attack on the Pentagon. Join us, as we connect with Dan to hear about his story of survival and the valuable lessons he learned on this infamous day in World History.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

September 11, 2001, was a day that will forever be etched in American and World history. Senior Vice President of Fuji Bank, William Raff, was on the 82nd floor of the South Tower. Join us, as William discusses his eyewitness account of the attacks along with his survival and the aftermath of the attacks.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

September 11, 2001, was a day that will forever be etched in American and World history. That morning, Brian Branco was working on the 78th floor of the South Tower. Join us, as Brian discusses his eyewitness account of the attacks along with his survival and the aftermath.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!

Loral O'Hara is a NASA astronaut and aerospace engineer with a passion for exploration and science. Selected as an astronaut in 2017, she brings extensive experience in engineering and oceanographic research, having previously worked at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. O'Hara has contributed to a range of deep-sea projects and continues to apply her technical expertise to space exploration.Zena Cardman is a NASA astronaut and microbiologist, with a research background in microbial life in extreme environments. Selected in 2017, her work spans Antarctic expeditions and cave systems, focusing on life in places similar to conditions on Mars. Cardman’s expertise in astrobiology and passion for discovery fuels her work toward advancing human space exploration.

Roy Black is a founding partner of Black Srebnick and is widely recognized as one of the nation’s premier trial and appellate lawyers. Roy is a veteran advocate, formidable litigator, and proven trial counselor. Roy’s analytical abilities, intellectual acumen, artistry in telling each client’s unique story, undeniable thirst for continuous learning, and absolute commitment to sharpening his skills have cemented his reputation as one of the most diligent, hard-working, and effective criminal defense and civil litigation lawyers practicing today. With over five decades of experience representing some of the most well-known individuals and companies throughout the United States, Roy has resolved hundreds of high-profile matters in Florida and across the country.

Alan Eustace is an American computer scientist who served as Senior Vice President of Engineering and first Senior Vice President for Knowledge at Google until retiring in 2015. On October 24, 2014, he made a free-fall jump from the stratosphere, breaking Felix Baumgartner's world record. The jump was from 135,890 feet (41.42 km) and lasted 15 minutes, an altitude record that stands as of 2024. He won the Laureus World Action Sportsperson of the Year in 2015.Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!