Conversations with Rich Bennett

Rich Bennett
  • 4.6 (68)
  • SOCIETY & CULTURE
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

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. America Explained | Franklin D. Roosevelt Makes Banking Make Sense

    2D 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 Vote for us here 10% off All Memberships Runtime: 2/10/2026 until 2/28/2026 Code: CRBPodcast   This discount is valid only for memberships purchased February 10, 2026 until February 28, 2026. It cannot be applied retroactively to previous purchases and may not be combined with any other discount or promotion. All memberships purchased are nonrefundable. 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

    23 min
  2. Inner County Outreach Expands with Fresh Start Furnishings

    4D AGO

    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 Vote for us here 10% off All Memberships Runtime: 2/10/2026 until 2/28/2026 Code: CRBPodcast   This discount is valid only for memberships purchased February 10, 2026 until February 28, 2026. It cannot be applied retroactively to previous purchases and may not be combined with any other discount or promotion. All memberships purchased are nonrefundable. 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 12m
  3. Xanet Pailet on Emotional Safety & Sex

    6D AGO

    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 Vote for us here 10% off All Memberships Runtime: 2/10/2026 until 2/28/2026 Code: CRBPodcast   This discount is valid only for memberships purchased February 10, 2026 until February 28, 2026. It cannot be applied retroactively to previous purchases and may not be combined with any other discount or promotion. All memberships purchased are nonrefundable. 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 6m

  4. 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 Vote for us here 10% off All Memberships Runtime: 2/10/2026 until 2/28/2026 Code: CRBPodcast   This discount is valid only for memberships purchased February 10, 2026 until February 28, 2026. It cannot be applied retroactively to previous purchases and may not be combined with any other discount or promotion. All memberships purchased are nonrefundable. 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

    8 min
  5. 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 Vote for us here 10% off All Memberships Runtime: 2/10/2026 until 2/28/2026 Code: CRBPodcast   This discount is valid only for memberships purchased February 10, 2026 until February 28, 2026. It cannot be applied retroactively to previous purchases and may not be combined with any other discount or promotion. All memberships purchased are nonrefundable. 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

    40 min
  6. 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 Vote for us here 10% off All Memberships Runtime: 2/10/2026 until 2/28/2026 Code: CRBPodcast   This discount is valid only for memberships purchased February 10, 2026 until February 28, 2026. It cannot be applied retroactively to previous purchases and may not be combined with any other discount or promotion. All memberships purchased are nonrefundable. 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 29m
  7. Noah May: From Breakdown to Breakthrough

    FEB 13

    Noah May: From Breakdown to Breakthrough

    Noah May joins Rich Bennett for one of the most honest conversations yet about mental health, resilience, and survival. Diagnosed with clinical depression at 14 and anxiety at 18, Noah shares how his symptoms escalated into severe nausea, dramatic weight loss, and daily fear that left him physically shaken. As a member of the Class of 2020, he also faced the emotional toll of graduating during the COVID pandemic, followed by six months of long COVID symptoms. But this story is not about defeat. It’s about breakthrough. Noah opens up about finally finding the right medication, rebuilding his confidence, earning a journalism degree from Auburn University, and launching the Lethal Venom Podcast to help others speak their truth. If you or someone you know struggles with anxiety or depression, this episode offers hope, perspective, and encouragement to never fight alone. Send a text Vote for us here 10% off All Memberships Runtime: 2/10/2026 until 2/28/2026 Code: CRBPodcast   This discount is valid only for memberships purchased February 10, 2026 until February 28, 2026. It cannot be applied retroactively to previous purchases and may not be combined with any other discount or promotion. All memberships purchased are nonrefundable. Maryland PickersFamily Owned & Operated - Maryland Pickers Junk Removal & Hauling - Serving Harford & Baltimore CouDisclaimer: 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 13m
  8. Carter Polakoff on Why Play Matters for Every Family

    FEB 11

    Carter Polakoff on Why Play Matters for Every Family

    What if play wasn’t just for kids, but for parents too? In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich welcomes Carter Polakoff, President and CEO of Port Discovery Children’s Museum, for a powerful conversation about why children’s museums are really family museums. Carter shares her journey from intern to CEO, how Port Discovery supports neurodiverse families and military households, and why joy, curiosity, and creativity are essential building blocks for lifelong learning. You’ll hear how exhibits are designed with real input from kids, why parents deserve just as much support as children, and how play can be a tool for healing, connection, and growth. Plus, listen to the very end for a limited-time membership discount you won’t want to miss. Send a text Vote for us here 10% off All Memberships Runtime: 2/10/2026 until 2/28/2026 Code: CRBPodcast   This discount is valid only for memberships purchased February 10, 2026 until February 28, 2026. It cannot be applied retroactively to previous purchases and may not be combined with any other discount or promotion. All memberships purchased are nonrefundable. 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

    57 min
See All (805)

4.6
out of 5
68 Ratings

About

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.

Information

  • Creator
    Rich Bennett
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    805
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Conversations with Rich Bennett
  • Show Website
    Conversations with Rich Bennett