Short Story Long shares life-changing stories of growth, resilience, and reinvention from leaders, coaches, and everyday people navigating pivotal turning points. Hosted by leadership coach Beki Fraser, each episode explores the moments that shaped someone's path and the lessons we can all learn. Every other week, Beki follows up with a Skill Builder episode that breaks down insights from the previous story into practical tools, reflection prompts, and leadership actions. Whether you're buil ...
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Welcome to Close Up Radio! Close Up Radio, hosted by veteran award-winning broadcast TV and radio personalities Jim Masters and Doug Llewelyn, is an exciting and dynamic series featuring multiple episodes daily. Our broadcasts are informative, entertaining, thought-provoking, and empowering. As part of the Telly Award-winning Close Up Television, a full-service media company, we provide entrepreneurs, business owners, and extraordinary individuals a global platform to share their stories. We ...
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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Leadership Coach Beki Fraser of Introverted Skeptic
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32:50Detroit, MI - Beki Fraser is a business and leadership coach with strong values and human resources expertise that combine to empower her clients. Her work transcends genres and can incorporate leadership development, skills training, and life coaching. Since she had already been acting in advisory and mentoring capacities, coaching was a natural f…
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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Relationship Coach and Author Nancy Landrum of The Millionaire Marriage Club
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27:44Murrieta, CA - Nancy Landrum is a coach and educator for a specific market. She has a Master’s degree in Spiritual Psychology and has a unique coaching practice. She named her online course, The Millionaire Marriage Club. It’s not about matchmaking but rather learning skills and habits that create the loving, lasting marriage you desire. The idea o…
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Professional Staffing Leader Tiffany Scott of myScout and Leveling Up
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31:28Philadelphia, PA - Tiffany Scott, a recognized leader with more than two decades of experience as a professional staffing leader, has announced the launch of two new ventures: myScout, a lead generation platform designed for staffing companies, and Leveling Up, a personal and professional development brand tailored specifically to working mothers a…
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Trauma Recovery Advocate Lisa Cassidy of Time4Us
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30:18San Jose, CA - Lisa Cassidy, a passionate advocate for trauma recovery survivors, is sharing her personal journey of healing and resilience to support others who have faced similar challenges. From childhood trauma to navigating the complexities of grief and divorce, Lisa Cassidy is a story of the strength of the human spirit and the importance of …
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Certified Divorce Mediator and Parent Coordinator Lisa Dorman of Dorman Mediation Services
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35:19New Rochelle, NY - Lisa Dorman, a highly regarded Certified Divorce Mediator and Parent Coordinator, is pleased to announce Dorman Mediation Services, a practice committed to providing families with effective, practical solutions during periods of marital and parental transition. With extensive experience in conflict resolution, Lisa Dorman offers …
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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights End-of-Life Doula Susan Bliffert of Dying - With Dignity
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37:28Shorewood, WI - The end of our lives is something most of us are reluctant to talk about and yet it's a universal truth that sooner or later death will come for us all. It may be incredibly depressing and terribly daunting to face our own immortality and that of the ones we hold dear. We tend to bury our head under the sand and try hard not to thin…
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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Chief Scientific Officer Grant DuBois of Almendra
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36:08Prescott, AZ - We all adore sweets, pastries, ice cream, candy, chocolate, and soft drinks. They tantalize our taste buds and dance in our mouths like bits of heaven. But too much sugar can lead to health issues including heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and obesity. With consumers becoming increasingly more health conscious, it's no surprise that …
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Soul Coach Galaxy Starborn of The Starborn Guide
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31:46Menlo Park, CA - To support spiritual seekers in navigating through life challenges with clarity and confidence, Galaxy Starborn announces a comprehensive suite of transformative personal-growth services. As a soul coach, Galaxy blends deep wisdom with practical, heart-centered tools that promote change from the inside out and that guide people to …
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Everything You Create, Promote, or Allow — Greg Stephens' Story
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39:24Have a story or inflection point to share? Tap here to message us — we’d love to hear it. Some choices don’t arrive with fanfare—they hit like a shove out of the nest. Greg Stephens shares the moment he was on his own at seventeen and the vow that followed: choose the path that honors your gut, then move one step at a time until the dream is real. …
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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Middle School Art Teacher and Author Robin Reed Riggle
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44:21Mount Baldy, CA – Most of us have wonderful memories of our favorite teachers, the ones who believed in our dreams, deeply challenged every fiber of our beings, and throughout our academic journey changed our lives for the better. These teachers made us happy, encouraged us to be critical thinkers, and pushed us to reach our full potential. Their l…
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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Project Management Professional Rebecca Bustamante
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29:57Herndon, VA - Rebecca Bustamante, PMP, is gaining attention for her exceptional journey from the world of theater to becoming a highly respected project management professional, mentor, and advocate for diversity in leadership and the arts. With a dynamic career spanning the creative and corporate sectors, Bustamante exemplifies fearlessness, adapt…
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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back the Law Offices of Bart S. Fisher
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31:02Washington, DC - Bart S. Fisher, founder of the Law Offices of Bart S. Fisher and renowned expert in international trade law, is speaking out on the urgent constitutional and economic implications of current U.S. tariff policies, which have recently been declared unconstitutional by the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. On Tuesday, Septembe…
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Part 9: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Coach and Consultant Catherine Oleksiw of Measured Transitions
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33:45Plano, TX - Catherine Oleksiw, PhD is the founder of Measured Transitions, a coaching and consulting practice. Now when you really examine it, that name helps people understand just what she does, develops tools and systems that help organizations evaluate their goals and outcomes and then take steps to change the trajectory of success in this era …
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Author Leland Hall of Eldot Books
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29:04Portland, OR – When an injury forced Leland Hall to retire, his thirty-year career as a teacher remained unfinished. It wasn't the end of his ability and need to serve, but he didn't have another goal. Fortunately, his hard-earned skills would soon discover how to start a new chapter, one that allowed him to exploit his creative side. His steadfast…
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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Leadership Coach Beki Fraser of Introverted Skeptic
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33:34Detroit, MI - Beki Fraser is a business and leadership coach with strong values and human resources expertise that combine to empower her clients. Her work transcends genres and can incorporate leadership development, skills training, and life coaching. Since she had already been acting in advisory and mentoring capacities, coaching was a natural f…
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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Barbara Treadwell Certified Financial Planner
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41:19Savannah, GA – For over four decades, Barbara Treadwell, a seasoned highly credentialed Certified Financial Planner, has had a successful career helping hundreds of individuals create financial plan, tailored specifically to who we are, allowing us to save money, afford the things we want, while setting us up for long term success. Committed wholeh…
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From Drifting to Driven: Building Career Ownership and Growth
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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Coach and Speaker Tamara Wolfe
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Foreign Language Educator Olga Sokolova of Spanish Sunday School
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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Kim Gin Professional Solutions
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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Retired US Army Chief Warrant Officer 5 and Public Speaker Wendy Wayman of Whiskey Squared
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Spiritual Guide and Nature Advocate Rita Faruki of Sacred Earth Walks
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33:41Cornville, AZ - Sacred Earth Walks, founded by spiritual guide and nature advocate Rita Faruki, is proud to announce its personalized nature-based programs designed to help individuals reconnect with the natural world and rediscover their internal wisdom. Drawing on decades of experience in shamanic practice, animal communication, and global cultur…
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Hearing Professional Louis Columbus of HearingLife
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29:04Grand Blanc, MI - Louis Columbus, a Michigan-licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist and Hearing Instrument Dealer, is calling attention to the growing prevalence and preventable consequences of untreated hearing loss, urging Americans to seek professional evaluation and individualized solutions before communication and quality of life decline. “Rou…
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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Entrepreneur and Artist Peter Tracy of the YouTube Channel PHTLive
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31:46Boca Raton, FL - PHTLive.com, the YouTube channel created by veteran entrepreneur and musician Peter Tracy, is rapidly expanding with original music videos, live performance sessions, and independent film projects. Building on a storied career that began with trailblazing information services in the 1980s and 90s, Tracy brings the same inventive sp…
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Leadership Development Coach and Consultant Ulli Hildebrand of Pin-Point Solutions LLC
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34:37Waterford, MI - Pin-Point Solutions, a coaching and consulting firm led by Ulli Hildebrand, is targeting a critical gap in leadership development. With a track record of successful HR leadership, honed at industry giants like Mercedes-Benz and Benteler Automotive, Ulli Hildebrand is redefining what leadership is through her unique blend of strategi…
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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Flooring Expert Ellie Nuñez of TerraFlor Solutions
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28:32Reno, NV - TerraFlor Solutions is excited to announce the launch of their groundbreaking Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) solution—VacuuBond. This high quality LVT is set to revolutionize flooring installation processes across commercial sectors, with significant reductions in time and cost without compromising quality. From a deeply personal journey of res…
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Close Up Radio Spotlights End of Life Advocate and Author Leslie Vick
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33:13Saint Louis Park, MN - Families across the country are turning to Leslie Vick’s “Finding Our Way: A Guide on Care, Finances and Helping Through the End-of-Life Journey” for grounded, step-by-step guidance through the complex realities of care giving. Drawing from her experiences supporting her father, mother, and aunt—and informed by countless conv…
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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Lauren Mangan of Practical Life Coaching
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34:13Branford, CT -- Lauren Mangan is a woman who came into her current career by accident—literally. She had long worked in accounting, auditing, with 17 years in healthcare administration, 2 of which were as a senior financial analyst with health insurance company and the last 15 years running private medical practices. It was during this time that sh…
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No More Autopilot: Claim Your Leadership Agency — Tammy Daniels’ Story
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57:09Have a story or inflection point to share? Tap here to message us — we’d love to hear it. What happens when you finally take control of your career? Tammy Daniels' story reveals how one pivotal decision transformed her professional trajectory and personal understanding. After years of following the work at established law firms, Tammy found herself…
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Cybersecurity Expert Scott Riedy of The Cascadian Divide
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33:01Mill Creek, WA - Scott Riedy, Client Relations Manager and co-founder of the Pacific Northwest band The Cascadian Divide, celebrates over 25 years of dedication to the technology industry while simultaneously leading one of Seattle’s most innovative independent music projects. With a career spanning from the early days of personal computing to mode…
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Ali Firoozi of The PAC Group
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34:17Troy, MI - As The PAC Group celebrates over 40 years of innovation and service to Fortune 500 clients in the automotive and technology sectors, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Ali Firoozi shares candid insights into his journey, philosophy of leadership, and commitment to strategic transformation, professional mentorship, and community engagement. Fr…
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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Labor and Employment Attorney Nicole Lancia
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29:16Forest Hills, NY - In an inspiring journey marked by cultural diversity, academic excellence, and a deep commitment to social justice, Nicole Lancia emerges as a force in labor and employment law. As a Labor and Employment Attorney, Nicole Lancia has advocated for both employee and employer rights, while honoring her commitment to equality and fair…
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Professional Photographer Sarah Patch of Unspoken Images Photography
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38:46Sharon, MA - Unspoken Images Photography, founded by Sarah Patch, stands at the intersection of artistic excellence and social inclusivity, offering compassionate, experienced, and personalized photography sessions for individuals, families, and pets—regardless of ability, background, or circumstance or age. Drawing on her distinctive journey as an…
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Part 1: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Kim Gin Professional Solutions
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28:39Fairhope, AL - Professional training and resources for agencies facing emergency situations is essential. Which is why Kim Gin, a retired coroner from Sacramento, California, established Kim Gin Professional Solutions. With extensive experience in mass fatality management, Gin is committed to educating agencies and assisting families during times o…
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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Entrepreneur and Artist Peter Tracy of the YouTube Channel PHTLive
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33:13Boca Raton, FL - PHTLive.com, the YouTube channel created by veteran entrepreneur and musician Peter Tracy, is rapidly expanding with original music videos, live performance sessions, and independent film projects. Building on a storied career that began with trailblazing information services in the 1980s and 90s, Tracy brings the same inventive sp…
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Part 8: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Coach and Consultant Catherine Oleksiw of Measured Transitions
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34:30Plano, TX - Catherine Oleksiw, PhD is the founder of Measured Transitions, a coaching and consulting practice. Now when you really examine it, that name helps people understand just what she does, develops tools and systems that help organizations evaluate their goals and outcomes and then take steps to change the trajectory of success in this era …
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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Julie Waas Coaching
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36:52Miami, FL - Julie Waas focuses on helping women navigate the significant transitions and challenges that often arise during midlife where many women feel overwhelmed, stuck, lost, and questioning their very life's purpose. Whether facing empty nest syndrome, going through hormonal changes, a challenging divorce, balancing careers, or caring for agi…
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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Lauren Mangan of Practical Life Coaching
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30:27Branford, CT -- Lauren Mangan is a woman who came into her current career by accident—literally. She had long worked in accounting, auditing, with 17 years in healthcare administration, 2 of which were as a senior financial analyst with health insurance company and the last 15 years running private medical practices. It was during this time that sh…
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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Ranch Girl and Immersion Coach Cindy Carrillo of Finding Your Nxt
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33:35Telluride, CO -- Cindy Carrillo once led an enviable life in business, in leadership roles for Fortune Companies. So, she knows well all that is involved in launching and running a business and what it can do to our spirit. After selling her company, she took a step back and wondered What’s Next for Me? The new future she carved out for herself has…
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Ronald Beaulieu of the National Freshwater Foundation
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36:24Las Vegas, NV - The National Freshwater Foundation has outlined a national-scale water strategy designed to accomplish two urgent objectives through one integrated system: reduce deadly, costly flooding along America’s great rivers and deliver dependable freshwater to drought-prone regions of the West. The plan—developed by Foundation founder and e…
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Layoffs and Job Hugging: Leading Through Uncertainty
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24:55Have a story or inflection point to share? Tap here to message us — we’d love to hear it. Layoffs shatter our sense of security and challenge our professional identity in profound ways. Whether you've just received the news, survived while colleagues departed, or sense the anxiety of possible workforce reductions, this episode offers crucial guidan…
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Automotive Designer Don Herner of Rock n Roll Motor
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39:01Tustin, CA - Don Herner, acclaimed automotive designer and founder of Rock n Roll Motor, is redefining the boundaries of innovation in automotive design. Known for his maverick spirit, Herner left an indelible mark at industry giants such as Honda, Fisker, and General Motors. He is now turning his creative energy into Rock n Roll Motor—a boutique a…
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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Labor and Employment Attorney Nicole Lancia
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30:58Forest Hills, NY - In an inspiring journey marked by cultural diversity, academic excellence, and a deep commitment to social justice, Nicole Lancia emerges as a force in labor and employment law. As a Labor and Employment Attorney, Nicole Lancia has advocated for both employee and employer rights, while honoring her commitment to equality and fair…
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Part 4: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Noted Chess Advocate and Author James Eade
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34:20Menlo Park, CA - Earlier this Summer James Eade met with Close up hosts to talk about his life passions—one of which is chess, and the other is facing life calmly as a person in recovery. James has a truly inspirational story; that of a man who once struggled with alcoholism and chooses not to any longer. He talks often about how he discovered his …
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Payments Innovation Expert Alan S. Koenigsberg of Koenigsberg Insights
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31:17Los Angeles, CA - When searching for a guest who could navigate the complex terrain of financial transformation while offering unique insights from both boardrooms and creative studios, Close Up Radio host Jim Masters knew Alan S. Koenigsberg was the perfect choice. “Alan’s career journey fascinated me,” said Masters, host and executive producer of…
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Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Author and Educational Diagnostician Dr. Christopher Khoury of NextGen United Champions Sports Foundation
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33:39Frisco, TX - NextGen United Champions Sports Foundation (NextGen UCSF), a trailblazing nonprofit dedicated to empowering economically disadvantaged and underrepresented youth athletes announced a slate of new initiatives designed to uplift, inspire, and equip the next generation of champions. Led by founder and CEO Christopher Khoury, PhD, the orga…
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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Retired US Army Chief Warrant Officer 5 and Public Speaker Wendy Wayman of Whiskey Squared
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34:44Fayetteville, NC - At the time of her retirement ceremony in June of 2024, Wendy Wayman, retired as the longest continually-serving active duty warrant officer in the United States Army. Following that, she is proud to announce the launch of Whiskey Squared LLC. This new venture focuses on bringing her unique story, insights, and unparalleled exper…
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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Project Management Professional Rebecca Bustamante
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33:33Herndon, VA - Rebecca Bustamante, PMP, is gaining attention for her exceptional journey from the world of theater to becoming a highly respected project management professional, mentor, and advocate for diversity in leadership and the arts. With a dynamic career spanning the creative and corporate sectors, Bustamante exemplifies fearlessness, adapt…
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Energy Healer Adrienne Cummings of Addie’s Heart Centered Healing
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32:49Julian, CA - Addie’s Heart Centered Healing, founded by holistic practitioner Addie Cummings, is announcing the official launch of its comprehensive energy-healing practice. Specializing in the Emotion Code, Body Code and Belief Code modalities developed by Dr. Bradley Nelson, Addie’s Heart Centered Healing is helping clients release trapped emotio…
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Close Up Radio Spotlights Top Laywer and Women’s Advocate Anne Marie Tavella of Women Advancing a Prosperous Alaska (WAPAK) and Davis Wright Tremaine LLP (DWT)
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31:34Anchorage, AK -- Anne Marie Tavella is more than just a top attorney, she is a co-founder of Women Advancing a Prosperous Alaska (WAPAK), which focuses on maintaining and supporting the professional lives of women in Alaska. WAPAK also seeks to foster an environment that encourages young people to stay in Alaska. Alaska, she says, is quite differen…
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