Moments With Marianne

Gerda C. Robinson recounts her journey as a young girl living through the atrocities of Nazi Germany and grappling later in America with chronic pain, the lasting impacts of war.What hidden scars does surviving Nazi Germany leave, and how does resilience endure decades of pain? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Gerda C. Robinson on her new book From Trauma to Peace: How we reclaim our lives Healing Body and Soul.Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! https://www.kmet1490am.comGerda C. Robinson was born in Germany in 1938, she immigrated to the United States in 1961, where she studied psychology at the University of Minnesota. She has led women’s support groups, worked with adolescents, volunteered in hospice, and served in Stephen Ministry. Today she champions social and emotional learning in schools as a vital foundation for healthier, more resilient communities https://www.gerdarobinsonbooks.com/the-bookFor

Each year, Americans contribute over $100 billion to flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) for healthcare expenses. However, the “use it or lose it” rule for FSAs results in nearly half of Americans missing out.    Tune in for Optometrist Dr. Aaron Luekenga who is here to share with us helpful tips and suggestions on maximizing the benefits of an FSA or HSA.Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! https://www.kmet1490am.comAaron M. Luekenga, OD, is an optometrist at Heritage Valley Eye Care Optometric Center in Fillmore, CA. He received his BS from Brigham Young University and his OD from Southern California College of Optometry. Dr. Luekenga began his clinical work with the U.S. Navy, serving as an officer and treating F18 fighter pilots, their crew, and families. He received specialty training in treating ocular trauma, eye diseases, and laser eye surgery. His clinical interests include

A new survey reveals that Americans across the political spectrum are increasingly concerned about the rise of misinformation. In fact, a strong majority of California residents believe misinformation is more widespread now than during the last presidential election.How can we separate fact from fiction? Tune in to hear Jason Alderman, Managing Director of Smart News, share insights on cutting through the noise to find the truth.www.smartnews.comMoments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.com For more show information visit: https://www.mariannepestana.com/

We’re constantly hearing that AI is the future. Layoffs are at their highest level in years and with an employment landscape adapting to AI-driven shifts, a new workplace study shows there could be a “silent standoff” happening between employers and employees.  The question is…Do employees have the necessary skills to remain employable and be successful for the next five years? Tune in for DeVry University’s Chief Administrative Officer, Dave Barnett, and Scarlett Howery, DeVry’s Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, as we dive into the Silent Standoff in America’s Workplaces. https://www.devry.edu/content/dam/devry_edu/newsroom/bridging-the-gap-overcoming-a-silent-standoff-in-americas-talent-economy.pdfMoments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.com For more show information visit: https://www.mariannepestana.com/

Can something as simple as your daily shower become a powerful tool for peace and transformation in your life? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Jenny Garufi on her new book The 3 Minute Shower Reset: 21 Days to Inner Peace.Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comJenny Garufi is an international best-selling author, intuitive healer, and mind-body-spirit mentor. She healed herself from chronic illness in just three weeks and has spent the last 20 years helping others transform their lives. She is the author of Soul Alchemy, A Short Path to Change and her most recent book, The 3-Minute Shower Reset, offering practical tools for self-love, mindfulness, and empowerment. http://jennygarufi.com/ For more show information visit: https://www.mariannepestana.com/

Does science prove the existence of God? After four years of research in partnership with over twenty scientists and esteemed experts, this book explores one of the most significant questions we face: the existence or non-existence of a creator God. Tune in for an inspiring with Michel-Yves Bollore on his new book God, The Science, The Evidence.Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comMichel-Yves Bolloré is an engineer and entrepreneur whose career spans industrial innovation and philanthropic investment in education. A graduate of the École Nationale Supérieure d'Ingénieur de Toulouse and Paris-Dauphine University (Master of Science and Doctorate in Business Administration), he began his career in the family business, managing the Bolloré Group’s industrial division from 1981 to 1990. In 1990, he founded France Essor, an industrial group that led major ventures in mechanical engineering, and steel manu

Could good health be easier to achieve than you think? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with  Gloria Treister, HPP, on her book Wellness 101: Simple Steps to Good Health.Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comGloria Treister, HHP, is a Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner & Coach, EMCC Certified Executive & Business Coach, and a corporate and personal wellness consultant with more than 40 years in health and wellness. After 23 years in physical therapy, she founded Wellness Evolution in 2003 and went on to author the bestselling book Wellness 101: Simple Steps to Good Health, praised by experts and readers alike.  Through innovative programs like Your Wellness Your Way, she designs and leads customized, empowering wellness experiences for companies, individuals, and communities.  As a U.S. Ambassador for World Wellness Weekend, she inspires people to turn small actions into lasting

October is National Financial Planning Month and we have some surprising money saving tips to share with you! Tune in for an inspiring discussion with  Darlene Goins, Head of Philanthropy and Community Impact at Wells Fargo.Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comDarlene Goins is the president of the Wells Fargo Foundation and head of Philanthropy and Community Impact at Wells Fargo. With more than 30 years in the financial sector, she is responsible for the company’s philanthropic strategy in housing access and affordability, financial health, small business growth, and sustainability. http://stories.wf.com/financialfuture   For more show information visit: https://www.mariannepestana.com/

Have you ever had everything you thought you wanted—success, money, recognition—yet still felt something was missing? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Donald Harold Young on his new book Finding God in Vegas: A Gen X Spiritual Awakening.Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! https://www.kmet1490am.comDonald Harold Young was once living what many would call the American Dream. As a successful pharmaceutical marketing executive, he had achieved wealth, status, and professional achievement. But beneath the surface, he was deeply unfulfilled. After a lifetime spent chasing happiness through materialism and worldly accolades, Don experienced a profound spiritual awakening that led him to surrender his heart to God—and to Love. This gift of transformation inspired his memoir, Finding God in Vegas, a deeply personal story of redemption, healing, and purpose. Don currently resides in Las Vegas with his partner of sev

Did you know that one in five adults skip filling their prescriptions because of cost, and many may be missing out on valuable savings and benefits they didn’t even know they had? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Pharmacist Joshua Fredell, Senior Vice President, Head of PBM and Specialty Product Innovation at CVS Health. Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comJoshua Fredell, a pharmacist and Senior Vice President, serves as Head of PBM and Specialty Product Innovation at CVS Health. He oversees ideation, commercialization, and management of the company’s pharmacy benefit and specialty management products, including formulary design, network products, specialty cost management, clinical solutions, and medical benefit management. Joshua joined the legacy Caremark Rx corporation in 2003. Currently, Joshua and his team are focused on developing strategies that help create best-in-class

Is your book club ready for a powerful journey through grief, courage, and mystery?In this episode of Moments with Marianne, we dive into a lively book club discussion about Caretaker by R.J. Halbert — a supernatural thriller that’s captured readers’ hearts across the country. Winner of multiple book awards, this fan-favorite blends mystery, suspense, and unforgettable storytelling that keeps readers turning the page wondering what will happen next. Tune in as Marianne explores why this story resonates so deeply with book clubs and what makes it such a standout read.Order Caretaker now on Amazon at: https://a.co/d/8cLQFTOVisit R.J. Halbert at: https://www.rjhalbert.com

What does the ‘right to die with dignity’ truly mean in today’s world? Tune in for an inspiring discussion as Michelle Witte, Executive Director of Final Exit Network. Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comMichelle Witte stepped into the role of Executive Director with a deep personal connection to the cause. In 2022, she cared for her mother through the painful final stages of Parkinson’s disease—an experience that profoundly shaped her understanding of the need for compassionate end of life options. Her mom asked her day after day, “When will this end?” Her suffering ignited in Michelle a passion to help ensure that no one else must endure what they did. That passion led her to advocacy at the Minnesota State Legislature and ultimately to discovering Final Exit Network. Now, as Executive Director, Michelle brings both her personal experience and a distinguished career in nonprofit leader

Are you suffering from heart failure and looking for treatment options? Tune in for Dr. Finn Gustafsson, Chief Medical Officer of Abbott’s heart failure division, and Nancy Rajanen a patient her to share with us the signs and symptoms of heart failure.  Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comDr. Finn Gustafsson is the division vice president and chief medical officer of Abbott's heart failure business. Dr. Gustafsson leads the heart failure medical affairs organization, which is involved in new product development, preclinical research, emerging technologies and clinical trial strategy. Dr. Gustafsson joined Abbott in 2025. Prior to joining Abbott, he served as medical director of the advanced heart failure, transplantation and mechanical circulatory support program at Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen, Denmark, and as a professor of cardiology at the University of Copenhagen. An internationally recognized

Is high-stakes stress undermining your leadership decisions and how you lead? Leadership today can feel like steering a ship in constant storm. Tune in for The Executive Wisdom Series with Tisha Marie Cain, JD, CHt, as she reveals how her innovative Bliss Protocol teaches high-achievers to rewire their stress response, think with clarity, and lead with confidence, even when the pressure is on! Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comTisha Marie Cain, JD, CHt, is an executive counsel, c-suite breakthrough mindset coach, clinical hypnotherapist, and multiple #1 bestselling international author and artist who helps people rewire their subconscious, release emotional weight, and transform their relationship with money, power, and self-worth. She works with a wide range of clients, including Fortune 500 executives and visionary leaders, guiding them through deep mindset work, subconscious healing, and unapo

What happens when Outlander’s Sam Heughan blends storytelling, adventure, and cocktails into one unforgettable journey? Tune in for an inspiring discussion as Sam Heughan on his new book The Cocktail Diaries: A Spirited Adventure, as he shares his love of travel and drinks in an experience you won’t want to miss! Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comSam Heughan has enjoyed a successful career in theatre, television and film spanning two decades. He is best known for his starring role in the hit TV show Outlander and as co-author of three books in the Clanlands series which were New York Times and The Sunday Times bestsellers. Sam’s memoir, Waypoints, documents his career in acting whilst hiking 100 miles along the West Highland Way in Scotland; it was also a New York Times and The Sunday Times bestseller. Sam is the founder and co-creator of Sassenach Spirits, whose whisky, wild Scottish gin and teq

Could your customer service skills be your golden ticket in the AI economy? Tune in for Nathan Strum’s surprising take on why AI could be your biggest career opportunity yet.Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comNathan Strum is the CEO and co-founder of Abby Connect, where for the past 20 years, they’ve helped small businesses with professional and friendly receptionists. Abby Connect is one of the country’s largest AI virtual customer service platforms. It uses AI agents and data to drive customer interaction in nearly every type of industry. www.abby.com For more show information visit: https://www.mariannepestana.com/

With flu cases topping 80 million in the U.S. last year, what simple steps can families take right now to protect their loved ones this season? Tune in for Dr. Victoria Hickman Eperjesi, as we dive into practical steps you can take to stay healthy this flu season.Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comDr. Victoria Nickman Eperjesi, PharmD, is a Pharmacy District Leader for CVS Pharmacy in the DC Metro area. Victoria graduated with her doctorate in pharmacy from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA.  She joined CVS Pharmacy upon graduation in 2015 in the Chicago market and has held various roles of increased responsibility throughout her tenure with the company.  Victoria is the Vice President of the Elias Nickman, Jr. Foundation, which was founded in her dad’s honor. It’s a non-profit that provides scholarships to HS Graduates that give back to their communities. https://www.cvs.com For mo

What if inclusion wasn’t just a workplace policy but the key to unlocking your team’s best performance? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Sile Walsh on her new Nautilus award-winning book Inclusive Leadership : Navigating Organisational Complexity. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comSile Walsh is a lecturer, facilitator, coach, researcher and accredited professional supervisor who has worked internationally with over 20k leaders and organisations for over a decade. Sile is a PhD candidate researching inclusive leadership in the school of psychology and has a professional background in coaching psychology and organisational development. As a leadership development specialist, an early school leaver, dyslexic, working class, queer and living with a disability, Sile is passionate about co-creating inclusive workplaces where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Sile was voted one of the top

How does telepathic communication with animals, non-verbal individuals, and the spirit world change our understanding of life? Join us for an inspiring discussion with Ditte Young as she shares her personal journey with telepathic animal and spirit communication. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comDitte Young is an internationally renowned telepath, animal communicator, clairvoyant, intuitive coach, and bestselling author who has dedicated her life to expanding human understanding of consciousness, connection, and communication, both seen and unseen. Born with a rare sensitivity to the spiritual world, Ditte possesses a unique ability to practice telepathy with remarkable speed and clarity.  She has taught her methods to thousands of people around the world, helping individuals connect more deeply with themselves, their children, and their animals. Through her books and global work, Ditte continue

What if the key to feeling better isn’t doing more, but finding the right balance across every part of your life? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Troy Norris on his new book The WellBalance Way: Discover Your Unique Path to a Centered Life, Grounded in Science and Guided by Meaning and Awaken Your Lotus, Transform Your Life: Your Guidebook for a Purposeful, Flourishing Life in Balance.   Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comTroy Norris is a Harvard-trained scientist, published researcher, and founder of the WellBalance Institute. A certified life, health and wellness coach, he created the WellBalance Model to bring science-backed wellbeing practices into people’s lives, relationships and workplaces. His research has been published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at leading conferences. Norris developed the WellBalance Method while finding his own path from burnout and breakdown to f