The Emily Rassam Show

Emily Rassam
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The Emily Rassam Show explores real stories in parenting, business, and personal growth, focusing on learning and bringing the audience along for the ride. Real talk. Brave moves. Big vision. Zero fluff.

  1. 1d ago

    From DJ to Professor to USA Today Bestseller | Amani Roberts on the Business of Creativity

    What does it take to turn a creative passion into a sustainable career — without burning out, selling out, or giving up? Amani Roberts has the answer. Amani is a professional DJ with nearly 20 years of experience serving clients like Disney, Oracle, and Marriott International, a USA Today bestselling author, an award-winning music business professor at Cal State Fullerton, and a keynote speaker who helps 9-to-5 creatives — musicians, authors, and artists — monetize their work without burning out their day job. In this episode of The Emily Rassam Show, Amani takes us through his extraordinary journey — from being inspired by a single DJ performance that changed everything, to navigating the evolution of the music industry, to writing a USA Today bestselling book about the cultural history of R&B groups, to becoming one of the most practical and honest voices in the creative business space today. His message is simple and powerful: your creativity is a business. And until you treat it like one, it will always feel like a struggle. KEY TAKEAWAYS:"Your creativity is a business. Until you treat it like one it will always feel like a struggle." — Amani Roberts → Embrace imposter syndrome — it is not a sign you do not belong, it is a sign you care about doing it right → Invest in self-improvement — the creatives who succeed are the ones who never stop learning → Invest in yourself — your skills, your network, your knowledge are your most valuable assets → Networking is crucial — who you know and how you show up for people determines more than talent ever will → The business of creativity — marketing, systems, and strategy are not the enemy of art, they are what keep it alive ABOUT THE QUIET STORM BOOK:The Quiet Storm: A Historical and Cultural Analysis of the Power, Passion, and Pain of R&B Groups by Amani Roberts — USA Today Bestseller and 2025 Readers' Favorite Silver Medal Winner in Non-Fiction Music/Entertainment. Available at thequietstormbook.com and on Amazon. CONNECT WITH AMANI ROBERTS:🌐 Website: amaniexperience.com 📚 The Quiet Storm: thequietstormbook.com 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amaniroberts/ 📸 Instagram: @amaniexperience ▶️ YouTube: Amani Roberts 🎙️ Podcast: Adventures in Business ABOUT THE EMILY RASSAM SHOW:The Emily Rassam Show is a weekly podcast covering parenting, business, and self-improvement — real conversations with real people doing the hard, meaningful work of building a life worth living. New episodes drop every week wherever you listen to podcasts. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a creative who needs to hear it.

    From DJ to Professor to USA Today Bestseller | Amani Roberts on the Business of Creativity

  2. 3d ago

    How to Have Endless Energy After 50 | Mona Gutierrez on Running, Nutrition, and Small Habits

    What if endless energy was not about working harder — but about building smarter habits, one small step at a time? That is exactly what Mona Gutierrez proves every single day — at 63 years young. In this episode of The Emily Rassam Show, Mona — an ultramarathon runner, health coach, fitness instructor, and founder of the Fit After 50 community on Skool — shares her incredible journey into ultrarunning, the small daily habits that fuel her extraordinary energy levels, and the nutrition insights that transformed her performance and recovery as a female endurance athlete over 50. Mona is living proof that the best chapters of your athletic and health story do not have an age limit. And tonight she is sharing everything she knows. KEY TAKEAWAYS:"Endless energy starts with small healthy habits." — Mona Gutierrez → Personalized coaching is essential — generic advice fails most athletes; what works is built around your specific body, age, and goals → Small habits lead to big energy — the compound effect of tiny daily choices is more powerful than any single dramatic change → Nutrition is key for recovery — especially for women over 50 whose nutritional needs are significantly different from what most mainstream fitness content addresses → Coaching enhances performance — not just training plans but the accountability, expertise, and personalization that takes an athlete from stuck to thriving → Mindset and aging — choosing to be 63 years young instead of 63 years old is a daily decision that changes everything CONNECT WITH MONA GUTIERREZ:Facebook: facebook.com/mona.gutierrezportales ABOUT THE EMILY RASSAM SHOW:The Emily Rassam Show is a weekly podcast covering parenting, business, and self-improvement — real conversations with real people doing the hard, meaningful work of building a life worth living. New episodes drop every week wherever you listen to podcasts. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

    How to Have Endless Energy After 50 | Mona Gutierrez on Running, Nutrition, and Small Habits

  3. 6d ago

    Wharton MBA Explains the S&P 500 in Plain English | Tom Bernard on The Emily Rassam Show

    Most Americans have money in the stock market and have no idea what it is actually doing. Tonight that changes. In this episode of The Emily Rassam Show I sit down with Tom Bernard — a Wharton MBA, former PwC and Arthur Andersen finance professional, current EY senior, City College of San Francisco personal finance instructor, and author of The Index of America: How the S&P 500 Works & Why You Should Invest in It — for one of the most practical and accessible money conversations I have ever had on this show. Tom's financial philosophy started with a deeply personal story — his grandparents, who survived the Great Depression and understood the math of compounding but were terrified of losing everything. That tension between knowledge and fear is exactly what most investors face today. And Tom has spent his entire career helping people move from one side of it to the other. This is not a Wall Street conversation. This is a kitchen table conversation. And it is one every parent, entrepreneur, and everyday investor needs to hear. ABOUT THE BOOK:The Index of America: How the S&P 500 Works & Why You Should Invest in It by Tom Bernard — released March 9, 2026. Praised by Bill Bengen — creator of the legendary 4% Rule — as "an intriguing and fact-filled study of an investing cornerstone written in plain English." Available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Audible. CONNECT WITH TOM BERNARD:Website: indexofamerica.com Book: The Index of America — available on Amazon LinkedIn: Tom Bernard ABOUT THE EMILY RASSAM SHOW:The Emily Rassam Show is a weekly podcast covering parenting, business, and self-improvement — real conversations with real people doing the hard, meaningful work of building a life worth living. New episodes drop every week wherever you listen to podcasts. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

    Wharton MBA Explains the S&P 500 in Plain English | Tom Bernard on The Emily Rassam Show

  4. Sep 23

    Stop Living in Misalignment — Kim Costa on How Your Home Either Supports or Sabotages Your Life

    What if the home you are living in right now is quietly working against everything you are trying to build? That is the question Kim Costa starts with every single client — and tonight she is asking it on The Emily Rassam Show. Kim is a Top 5% Atlanta Realtor with Sotheby's International Realty, a Global Real Estate Advisor, host of the Live in Your Wheel House podcast, and author of Live in Your Wheel House: An Empowering Guide to Stay, Go, or Reno. But before all of that she was an accountant — and her journey from the numbers world to the world of reinvention and real estate is one of the most honest and relatable stories in this episode. Kim created the Wheelhouse Method — a framework that evaluates eight essential dimensions of life to help people make the most important home decision they will ever face: stay, go, or renovate. It is not about square footage or school districts. It is about who you are becoming — and whether the place you come home to every day is helping you get there or quietly holding you back. KEY TAKEAWAYS:"Your home is either your greatest asset or your biggest blind spot." — Kim Costa → The Wheelhouse Method — eight life dimensions that should drive every home decision you make → Stay, Go, or Reno — the framework that replaces guessing with clarity → Living in misalignment — what it costs you physically, emotionally, and professionally to stay in the wrong home → Reinvention and the home — why real personal transformation often requires a change in environment → Multi-generational living — how shared living spaces affect family dynamics in ways most families never anticipate → The pause button place — creating a space in your home that restores rather than drains you ABOUT KIM COSTA:Kim Costa is a Top 5% Realtor with Atlanta Fine Homes and Sotheby's International Realty, a 5-star Top Performer, Global Real Estate Advisor, host of the Live in Your Wheel House podcast, and author of Live in Your Wheel House: An Empowering Guide to Stay, Go, or Reno (published March 2026). She has been featured in Oprah Magazine, Atlanta Magazine, ABC, and HGTV. Her Wheelhouse Method helps clients align their home with who they are becoming — transforming spaces into catalysts for confidence, clarity, and reinvention. CONNECT WITH KIM COSTA:Website: lifestylefoundations.com Instagram: @kim.e.costa LinkedIn: Kim E. Costa Facebook: @kimecostarealtor Book: Live in Your Wheel House — available on Amazon (Kindle, Paperback, Audible) Podcast: Live in Your Wheel House ABOUT THE EMILY RASSAM SHOW:The Emily Rassam Show is a bi-weekly podcast covering parenting, business, and self-improvement — real conversations with real people doing the hard, meaningful work of building a life worth living. New episodes drop every week wherever you listen to podcasts. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

    Stop Living in Misalignment — Kim Costa on How Your Home Either Supports or Sabotages Your Life

  5. Sep 16

    Start Before You're Ready — Justin Bramall on Fell Running, Fatherhood, and the Bob Graham Round

    What if the thing that changes your life is not a plan — but a rediscovery? Justin Bramall did not set out to become an ultrarunner. He was a serious PC gamer well into his twenties — until fell running found him, the mountains changed him, and life eventually pulled him away from it all. Then he hit 40. And everything started again. In this episode of The Emily Rassam Show, Justin takes us through one of the most honest and inspiring journeys I have heard — from gaming to the trails, through one of the most demanding mountain challenges in the United Kingdom, and back again after years away from the sport he loved. His story is not just about running. It is about rediscovering who you are when life has quietly moved you away from yourself — and what happens when you decide to go find that person again. For listeners who have never heard of it — the Bob Graham Round is a fell running challenge in the English Lake District covering 42 mountain peaks, 66 miles, and 26,900 feet of ascent — all within 24 hours, starting and finishing at Keswick Moot Hall in northern England. Only around 3,000 people in history have ever completed it. It is one of the most respected and demanding mountain challenges in the world. Justin completed it — and then came back to run ultramarathons on top of it. The Emily Rassam Show is a weekly podcast covering parenting, business, and self-improvement — real conversations with real people doing the hard, meaningful work of building a life worth living. From entrepreneurs and athletes to nonprofit founders and thought leaders — every episode brings a story and a framework that will challenge, inspire, and move you to action. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who is still waiting to start. Find us wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Start Before You're Ready — Justin Bramall on Fell Running, Fatherhood, and the Bob Graham Round

  6. Sep 9

    Does the Constitution Still Matter Today? with Joseph Cofield

    Does the United States Constitution still matter today? And do Americans truly understand the rights and responsibilities it gives us? In this episode, I sit down with Joseph Cofield, founder and president of Constitution for the People, for a wide-ranging conversation about the Constitution, the Declaration of Independence, freedom, civic responsibility, and what it means to preserve the principles our country was founded upon. Joseph brings a unique perspective shaped by his experience as a 21-year U.S. Army career Non-Commissioned Officer and educator. After his military service, he spent years teaching social studies and eventually founded Constitution for the People, a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to creating a more informed citizenry by putting the Constitution directly into the hands of students. We discuss why the Constitution remains relevant, why freedom of speech and freedom of assembly are so important, and why understanding the Bill of Rights and the amendments is essential for every American. Joseph also explains his organization's Constitution booklet program, which includes the Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and educational material designed to help students understand the document and its meaning. One of the central themes of this conversation is that freedom doesn't sustain itself simply because it exists on paper. It requires citizens who understand their rights, respect the rights of others, and are willing to participate in the civic life of their communities. LEARN MORE / SUPPORT THE MISSIONConstitution for the People constitutionforthepeople.org The organization's mission is to create a more informed citizenry by providing young Americans with their own personal copy of the United States Constitution to use in school and take home to share. If this conversation made you think differently about the Constitution, share this episode with someone who should hear it. What part of the Constitution do you think Americans understand the least? Drop your thoughts in the comments. #Constitution #BillOfRights #FreedomOfSpeech #AmericanHistory #CivicEducation #ConstitutionWeek #FirstAmendment #AmericanGovernment #FoundingFathers #Freedom #JosephCofield #theemilyrassam #podcast #learnsomethingnew

    Does the Constitution Still Matter Today? with Joseph Cofield

  7. Sep 4

    Sobriety Changed Everything with Scott Hayes

    What happens when sobriety gives you a second chance at life—and you decide to see just how far you can take it? In this episode, I sit down with Scott Hayes, a former Marine, ultra marathoner, student, and advocate for sobriety, to talk about the journey that changed his life. Scott opens up about his experience getting sober, the challenges of transitioning from military life to civilian life, and how running became far more than just a physical pursuit—it became a source of discipline, purpose, growth, and connection. We talk about the mental challenges of ultra marathon running and how many of those same lessons apply to everyday life. Scott shares how preparation, consistency, discipline, and learning to push through difficult moments have shaped the way he approaches sobriety, school, relationships, and his future. We also dive into his journey through school, pursuing his master's degree, mentorship, self-reflection, personal growth, and the importance of continuing to challenge yourself long after you think you've reached your limits. Scott's story is a powerful reminder that sobriety isn't simply about giving something up. It can be about discovering what your life can become when you finally have the clarity and freedom to pursue it. In this episode, we discuss:• Scott's journey to sobriety • Life after the Marines and transitioning to civilian life • How running became a source of purpose • The mental battle behind ultra marathon running • Discipline, preparation, and consistency • How sobriety changed Scott's everyday life • Returning to school and pursuing a master's degree • Mentorship and the importance of helping others • Self-reflection and personal growth • Overcoming mental obstacles • Finding purpose in recovery • Scott's plans for the future • His goal of writing and publishing a book Chapters00:00 Transfer of Discipline & Preparation to Everyday Life 26:08 Sobriety & Discipline 28:33 Journey Through School 29:00 Plans for the Future 30:32 Mentorship & Self-Reflection 33:46 The Best Piece of Advice 36:03 The Importance of Self-Reflection & Growth 39:39 Favorite Books & Lessons Learned 46:16 Writing & Publishing a Book Connect with Scott🌐 Website: Sober Readings / Scott Hayes 📱 Social Media: @the845hayeser Scott also hosts Sober Readings, a podcast centered on recovery literature, reflection, and finding strength one day at a time. If this episode resonates with you…Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE this episode with someone who might need to hear Scott's story. And leave a comment: What has given your life purpose in sobriety? #Sobriety #Recovery #Sober #AddictionRecovery #UltraMarathon #Running #MentalToughness #FormerMarine #Veteran #Discipline #PersonalGrowth #SobrietyJourney #RecoveryJourney #Purpose #SoberLife #SoberReadings

    Sobriety Changed Everything with Scott Hayes

  8. Aug 28

    Impossible is Possible With The Outlaw Ultra Runner - Rick Horton

    He built a craft brewery from nothing on a 200-year-old New Hampshire farm. He ran it until it was done. And then he kept running — literally. Rick Horton is the founder of the former Outlaw Brewing Company — a taproom that sold out every single week during its run in Winchester, New Hampshire. Today he still lives on that same historic farm, carries the outlaw identity into every mile he runs, and goes by @outlawultrarunner for good reason. In this episode of The Emily Rassam Show, Rick opens up about what it took to build something from nothing in a small New Hampshire town, why he came days from losing the farm before it ever became anything, what closing one chapter and running full-speed into the next looks like, and what the trails give him that nothing else in his life ever has. The brewery may be on pause. The outlaw spirit is very much alive. The Emily Rassam Show is a weekly podcast covering parenting, business, and self-improvement — real conversations with real people doing the hard, meaningful work of building a life worth living. New episodes drop every week wherever you listen to podcasts. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneur #HobbyToBusiness #LifeReinvention #WhatComesNext #StartingOver #BuildSomethingReal #ClosingAChapter #NextChapter #IdentityShift #PurposeAfterBusiness #OutlawMindset #NeverGiveUp #BuildFromNothing #OutlawLifestyle

    Impossible is Possible With The Outlaw Ultra Runner - Rick Horton
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The Emily Rassam Show explores real stories in parenting, business, and personal growth, focusing on learning and bringing the audience along for the ride. Real talk. Brave moves. Big vision. Zero fluff.

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  • Creator
    Emily Rassam
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
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    © 2026 Emily Rassam
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