Conversations with Rich Bennett

Rich Bennett
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Join Rich Bennett and his dynamic cohosts as they engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds—authors, entrepreneurs, activists, and everyday heroes—uncovering their unique stories and insights. Each episode offers a deep dive into personal journeys, community initiatives, and transformative experiences, providing listeners with inspiration and practical takeaways. Tune in to discover stories that uplift, inform, and connect us all. Subscribe now to be part of these compelling conversations. Interested in being a guest on Conversations with Rich Bennett? Reach out to Rich Bennett through PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/richbennett.

  1. From Loss to Sea of Hope with Christina O’Mara

    7H AGO

    From Loss to Sea of Hope with Christina O’Mara

    What do you do when your world stops but everyone else keeps moving? Christina O’Mara joins Conversations with Rich Bennett to share the heartbreaking loss of her daughter Ariella  and how that grief led to the creation of the Sea of Hope Foundation. This is not just a story about loss. It is about lifting the veil, saying their names, and turning waves of grief into ripples of hope. In this episode, you will hear: • What it was like delivering Ariella at 20 weeks  • The hidden financial and emotional costs families face  • How siblings process grief differently  • Why partners must communicate through loss  • How Sea of Hope supports families with funeral costs and scholarships Sea of Hope Foundation: https://seaofhopefoundation.org Harford’s Heart Magazine: https://harfordsheart.com If this conversation moves you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who may need to hear it. And remember, say their names. Send a text March 6–13  Become a part of your local college radio station! WHFC exists because of you, our growing community of listeners. Your support allows us to keep training and entertaining, and we thank you. Donate at whfc911.org Harford's Heart MagazineKEEP IT LOCAL WITH HARFORD’S HEART maryland’s lifestyle magazine for harford county!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media: Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | Facebook Twitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennett TikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills: Hosted on Buzzsprout SquadCast Subscribe by Email

    1h 17m
  2. Irina Shehovsov on Breaking Free from Victimhood

    2D AGO

    Irina Shehovsov on Breaking Free from Victimhood

    What happens when survival mode stops working? Irina Shehovsov knows that breaking point well. After becoming a single mother to a newborn and five-year-old, she found herself emotionally exhausted, disconnected, and questioning everything. Instead of waiting for someone to rescue her, she made a life-altering decision: she would save herself. Irina is now a bestselling author, speaker, singer, artist, and host of two top-ranked podcasts. In this conversation, she shares how she moved from unworthiness and quiet suffering to building a life centered on purpose and joy. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to break free from victim mentalityWhy morning routines can change your emotional stateThe power of habits and hobbies in rediscovering identityHow to become the observer of your life instead of absorbing everythingWhy mental health starts with believing in yourselfGrab Irina’s book The Gift Inside on Amazon. Listen to her podcasts: Single Parent Success Stories and Reclaim Your Life with Irina. If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs it. Send a text March 6–13  Become a part of your local college radio station! WHFC exists because of you, our growing community of listeners. Your support allows us to keep training and entertaining, and we thank you. Donate at whfc911.org Support the show Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media: Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | Facebook Twitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennett TikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills: Hosted on Buzzsprout SquadCast Subscribe by Email

    52 min
  3. America Explained | Franklin D. Roosevelt Makes Banking Make Sense

    5D AGO

    America Explained | Franklin D. Roosevelt Makes Banking Make Sense

    March 1933. The Great Depression has Americans on edge, banks are shutting their doors, and fear is moving faster than facts. In this America Explained episode, Rich Bennett sets the scene and then shares a historic voice that helped steady the country: Franklin D. Roosevelt’s first Fireside Chat, delivered March 12, 1933. Roosevelt doesn’t talk like a politician here. He talks like a neighbor, breaking down complicated banking mechanics into plain language and giving people something they desperately needed: clarity and reassurance. Send a text March 6–13  Become a part of your local college radio station! WHFC exists because of you, our growing community of listeners. Your support allows us to keep training and entertaining, and we thank you. Donate at whfc911.org Freedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media: Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | Facebook Twitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennett TikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills: Hosted on Buzzsprout SquadCast Subscribe by Email

    22 min
  4. Inner County Outreach Expands with Fresh Start Furnishings

    FEB 25

    Inner County Outreach Expands with Fresh Start Furnishings

    What if the biggest missing piece in fighting poverty isn’t food or housing—but furniture? In this powerful episode, Alicia Hamilton of Fresh Start Furnishings joins Rich alongside Natalie Johnson, COO of Inner County Outreach, to announce a major partnership that will expand services across Harford and Cecil Counties. After furnishing 321 households and serving over 900 individuals in one year, Alicia realized the next level required bigger infrastructure and shared resources. Now, Fresh Start Furnishings is joining forces with ICO, a 40-year-old nonprofit serving families across multiple counties. You’ll hear: • What “furniture poverty” really means  • The emotional story behind one life-changing mattress delivery  • Why nonprofit sustainability requires strategy, not just passion  • How this partnership expands mental health and family services  • Advice for anyone thinking about starting a nonprofit Learn more:  Fresh Start Furnishings – https://freshstartmd.org Inner County Outreach – https://innercountyoutreach.org If this episode moved you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who believes in strengthening our community. Send a text March 6–13  Become a part of your local college radio station! WHFC exists because of you, our growing community of listeners. Your support allows us to keep training and entertaining, and we thank you. Donate at whfc911.org Support the show Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media: Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | Facebook Twitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennett TikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills: Hosted on Buzzsprout SquadCast Subscribe by Email

    1h 11m
  5. Xanet Pailet on Emotional Safety & Sex

    FEB 23

    Xanet Pailet on Emotional Safety & Sex

    What happens when a marriage looks successful on the outside but feels disconnected behind closed doors? In this powerful episode, Rich Bennett sits down with intimacy coach and bestselling author Xanet Pailet to talk about sexless marriages, emotional safety, and why intimacy does not die overnight—it slowly goes underground. After leaving a 26-year marriage at age 50, Xanet rebuilt her life and now helps couples who feel more like roommates than partners. She shares why resentment builds quietly, how communication breakdowns kill desire, and what couples can do to repair emotional and sexual connection before it’s too late. This is not a shock-value conversation. It is thoughtful, honest, and practical. If you or someone you know feels disconnected in a long-term relationship, this episode could change everything. Send a text March 6–13  Become a part of your local college radio station! WHFC exists because of you, our growing community of listeners. Your support allows us to keep training and entertaining, and we thank you. Donate at whfc911.org Support the show Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media: Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | Facebook Twitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennett TikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills: Hosted on Buzzsprout SquadCast Subscribe by Email

    1h 5m

  6. FEB 20

    Rich Bennett on The Art of Showing Up

    When was the last time you showed up for someone when it cost you something? In this solo episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich explores the art of showing up for people even when it’s inconvenient. Not the social media version. Not the easy version. The real version that requires sacrifice, humility, and effort. From sitting in hospital waiting rooms to attending small events when no one else does, Rich shares personal reflections as a Marine Corps veteran, husband, father, and business owner about why relationships are built in uncomfortable moments. If you’ve ever struggled with choosing comfort over connection, this episode will challenge and inspire you to lead differently. Because loyalty, love, and leadership are often found in the inconvenient moments. Who do you need to show up for this week? Send a text March 6–13  Become a part of your local college radio station! WHFC exists because of you, our growing community of listeners. Your support allows us to keep training and entertaining, and we thank you. Donate at whfc911.org Support the show Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media: Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | Facebook Twitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennett TikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills: Hosted on Buzzsprout SquadCast Subscribe by Email

    7 min
  7. The Truth Lies at the Edge with Melissa Roos

    FEB 18

    The Truth Lies at the Edge with Melissa Roos

    Have you ever lost track of time inside a book? That’s no accident. In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, mystery romance author Melissa Roos shares how she went from growing up seven miles outside a small Iowa town to publishing six emotionally layered suspense novels in just five years. Melissa opens up about overcoming shyness, choosing indie publishing for creative control, building strong female characters, and revealing secrets one page at a time. She also explains why critique groups are essential, how reader feedback fuels her passion, and what inspired her latest novel, The Truth Lies at the Edge, after a life-changing visit to the Grand Canyon. If you love fiction filled with heart, tension, and unforgettable settings, this conversation is for you. Learn more and grab signed copies at MelissaRoosAuthor.com. Send a text March 6–13  Become a part of your local college radio station! WHFC exists because of you, our growing community of listeners. Your support allows us to keep training and entertaining, and we thank you. Donate at whfc911.org Book Fair at Bel AirCelebrate the Magic of Words in Bel Air, Maryland!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media: Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | Facebook Twitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennett TikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills: Hosted on Buzzsprout SquadCast Subscribe by Email

    39 min
  8. Visibility, Trauma, and Triumph with Jenny C. Cohen

    FEB 16

    Visibility, Trauma, and Triumph with Jenny C. Cohen

    Jenny C. Cohen’s story will move you. An award-winning dancer, embodiment coach, and cancer survivor, Jenny shares how dance became her lifeline through breast cancer, trauma, and unimaginable family challenges. From competing internationally while in treatment to supporting her daughter through mental health struggles, Jenny reveals how reconnecting with the body can restore strength, clarity, and confidence. We dive into somatic healing, muscle testing, trauma recovery, hormone health, and why visibility is more than just being seen—it’s about telling the truth with your whole body. If you’ve ever felt like you were meant for more but haven’t stepped into the spotlight yet, this episode is for you. Learn more about Jenny at danceandheal.com. Send a text March 6–13  Become a part of your local college radio station! WHFC exists because of you, our growing community of listeners. Your support allows us to keep training and entertaining, and we thank you. Donate at whfc911.org WHFC 91.1 FMIt's all about community. WHFC 91.1 FM, Harford Community College Radio, is the college radio staDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media: Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | Facebook Twitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennett TikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills: Hosted on Buzzsprout SquadCast Subscribe by Email

    1h 28m
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Join Rich Bennett and his dynamic cohosts as they engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds—authors, entrepreneurs, activists, and everyday heroes—uncovering their unique stories and insights. Each episode offers a deep dive into personal journeys, community initiatives, and transformative experiences, providing listeners with inspiration and practical takeaways. Tune in to discover stories that uplift, inform, and connect us all. Subscribe now to be part of these compelling conversations. Interested in being a guest on Conversations with Rich Bennett? Reach out to Rich Bennett through PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/richbennett.

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  • Creator
    Rich Bennett
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    807
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Conversations with Rich Bennett
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