Episodes

  • Magic and Courage with R. G. Edwards | Eafin Lokdore and the Magician’s Lost Medallion
    12 Oct 2026

    Magic, medieval danger, and enduring friendship collide in this inspiring episode.

    Robert Hicks sits down with R. G. Edwards, author of Eafin Lokdore and the Magician’s Lost Medallion, to explore the first adventure in the Eafin Lokdore trilogy. Together, they follow a fifteen-year-old orphan’s journey to defend his homeland, guided by a wise magician and supported by loyal friends. Edwards shares how a thunderstorm during a homeschool lesson sparked the story, and how his own challenges have deepened his commitment to writing about courage, faith, and perseverance.

    If you enjoy the epic adventures of The Lord of the Rings, the wonder of The Chronicles of Narnia, and stories about discovering the hero within, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.

    📚 Explore the author’s books:
    👉 https://a.co/d/02U1rwUl

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    20 min
  • Love Beyond Time and Dimensions | Alison L. James on Love Letters from Merlin
    9 Oct 2026

    Timeless love, mystical wisdom, and spiritual discovery come together in this enchanting episode.

    John Tran sits down with Alison L. James, author of Love Letters from Merlin, to explore a loving exchange that transcends time, place, and the physical world. Through twenty-one letters and responses, three poems, and an invitation from Ascended Master Merlin, the book invites readers to reflect on faith, trust, transformation, and the possibilities of an enduring spiritual connection.

    If you’re drawn to the exploration of consciousness in What Dreams May Come, the timeless love of Highlander, or the romance beyond human limitations in Somewhere in Time, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.

    📖 Find the book on Amazon:
    👉 https://a.co/d/0iuwYa0V

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    47 min
  • Finding Hope Through Expectant Faith | Noemi Castro Feinstein on Are We There Yet?
    8 Oct 2026

    A mother’s love, unwavering faith, and the strength to face the unimaginable come together in this heartfelt episode.

    Robert Hicks sits down with Noemi Castro Feinstein, co-author of Are We There Yet? A Journey Back from Nowhere, to explore her deeply personal memoir of a mother-daughter vacation forever changed by a devastating accident. Together, they discuss her daughter’s recovery, the moments Noemi experienced as miracles, and her concept of “expectant faith” remaining open to possibility even when the future feels uncertain.

    If you’re drawn to stories of resilience, spiritual discovery, and finding hope during life’s darkest moments, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.

    📖 Get your copy on Amazon:
    👉 https://a.co/d/0ePa0lHI

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    29 min
  • Power, Conspiracy, and Survival in Vitalerium with Nicholas Keating Casbarro
    2 Oct 2026

    Dark secrets, forbidden power, and interstellar intrigue collide in this gripping episode.

    John Tran sits down with Nicholas Keating Casbarro, author of Vitalerium – Descent into the Void, to explore a gritty science-fiction world where a powerful crystal fuels civilization and the struggle to control it. Together, they dive into Roman Matthews’s dangerous journey, a freelancer whose life changes when a disastrous job fuses vitalerium into his body, making him a target of the very empire it powers.

    If you enjoy the political intrigue of Dune, the grit of The Expanse, and the neon atmosphere of Blade Runner, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.

    📖 Get your copy on Amazon:
    👉 https://a.co/d/07e0NiSK

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    35 min
  • Queer Intrigue, Comedy, and International Chaos with Gareth Carter
    8 Sep 2026

    International espionage, outrageous humor, and queer adventure collide in this wildly entertaining episode.

    John Tran sits down with Gareth Carter, author of The Misadventures of Don Kee Dong & Phillip Mihol: International Men of Mystery, to discuss his bold LGBTQ+ send-up of the classic spy genre. Together, they explore the inspiration behind Don Kee Dong, the story’s globe-trotting intrigue, romance, satire, and Carter’s journey of turning a personal experience with censorship into creative inspiration.

    If you enjoy James Bond-style adventure with campy humor, unexpected romance, and a rebellious twist, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.

    📖 Get your copy on Amazon:
    👉https://a.co/d/0cmU5nzb

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    26 min
  • Rising Above Adversity Through Faith and Resilience with Kelvin Henry
    1 Sep 2026

    Hope, resilience, and the power of faith take center stage in this episode.

    John Tran sits down with Kelvin Henry, author of RISE, to discuss his extraordinary journey through adversity, including a cancer diagnosis, open-heart surgery, and a life-changing accident that tested his faith and transformed his purpose. Together, they explore the R.I.S.E. Framework and how anyone can overcome setbacks, embrace personal growth, and discover renewed hope through faith.

    Whether you're rebuilding after hardship, searching for purpose, or seeking encouragement to move forward, this conversation offers practical wisdom and lasting inspiration.

    📖 Get your copy of RISE here:
    👉 https://a.co/d/024DomKl

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    30 min
  • Climate Solutions That Improve Health and Wealth with Norm Leo
    25 Aug 2026

    Climate change doesn't have to be a story of fear it can be a story of opportunity.

    In this episode, John Tran sits down with climate scientist and author Norm Leo, author of LOOK AT IT THIS WAY: Climate Change Solutions Will Benefit Your Health and Wealth, to discuss a fresh, practical perspective on climate change. Together, they explore how science backed solutions can improve our health, lower costs, strengthen communities, and create a better future without sacrificing quality of life.

    Whether you're a homeowner, parent, business owner, or simply curious about practical climate solutions, this conversation offers hopeful, evidence-based insights you can apply today.

    📖 Get your copy of LOOK AT IT THIS WAY: Climate Change Solutions

    Will Benefit Your Health and Wealth here:
    👉 https://a.co/d/07ePNTEr

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    33 min
  • Mastering the $250,000 Interview for Executive Career Success with Craig Fleming
    10 Aug 2026

    Landing a six-figure executive role takes more than experience—it takes strategy.

    In this episode, John Tran sits down with Craig Fleming, author of Mastering The $250,000 Interview: A Step-By-Step System, to discuss how executives can transform the interview from a simple Q&A into a powerful presentation of leadership and value. Together, they explore proven strategies for interview preparation, executive communication, positioning, and the mindset needed to stand out in today's competitive job market.

    Whether you're pursuing your next leadership role or looking to sharpen your executive presence, this conversation offers practical insights to help you interview with confidence and secure your next opportunity.

    📖 Get your copy of Mastering The $250,000 Interview: A Step-By-Step System here:
    👉https://a.co/d/0cB4EPAE

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    33 min