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On this episode of “Between the Lines,” the man who revolutionized an entire industry, J.D. Power. J.D. Power and Associates are known worldwide for their customer satisfaction rankings. The business started over 45 years ago become the most trusted name on behalf of the consumer. Now, hear from the man himself, how he represents the most important voice, that of the customer.The Directed DetectiveTwo hosts. One of them has plotted a murder mystery. The other must direct the...Liste...

On this episode of “Between the Lines” mistakes are the best thing you can do, with my guest, the talented artist Melanie Rothschild. Melanie’s art has appeared in the finest galleries across the country. Our conversation, about her book “The Art of Mistakes,” explores how the unexpected can turn into powerful opportunities. It is why we must embrace mistakes, rather than fear them.The Directed DetectiveTwo hosts. One of them has plotted a murder mystery. The other must direct the...List...

Everyone loves the movies and for my guest, Illeana Douglas, it truly affected her life. Author of the new best seller, “Connecticut in the Movies,” she appeared with me when she wrote her first book: “I Blame Dennis Hopper: And Other Stories from a Life Lived In and Out of the Movies.”Discovered by Martin Scorces she played roles in five of his classic films including “Goodfellas” and “Cape Fear.” Our conversation, although very personal to her life, sheds insights that will resonate with us...

With SpaceX and NASA combining to explore the cosmos like never before, my guest Homer Hickam is the person who inspired it all. The award-winning author of “Rocket Boys,” a memoir of his life, was turned into the hit film “October Sky.” Due to his rocket accomplishments he was invited to meet President Kennedy. During the meeting, he personally introduced the importance of exploring the moon to him. Now, what many are calling a prequel to his life, Homer delivers an epic tale, called: “...

As this being President’s Day, get ready for a brush with history when we meet Austin Washington, the great, great, and many greats in-between, nephew of our first President George Washington.Austin Washington, has been immersed in our colonial history since birth. With his book, “The Education of George Washington,” we get a true insider’s look on what made the father of our country the man he was and how it shaped our nation. The Directed DetectiveTwo hosts. One of them has plotted a ...

With the controversy surrounding the upcoming Oscars about the hit film “Barbie,” and the creative work of Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie, it is time to take a deep dive into what possibly causes such rifts. My conversation with Angella Nazarian, co-founder and President of Visionary Women, attempts to uncover the qualities at the root of our identity. Her book, “Visionary Women” compels both men and women to reconnect with their dreams and visions so that all can lead meaningful and gr...