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Rebecca Ahmed is an award-winning speaker, business consultant, and an Energy Leadership IndexTM Master Practitioner (ELI-MP). She is also a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coaching Federation (ICF). Rebecca advises companies of all sizes on how to create a motivational workplace culture by transforming the energy and enthusiasm of their teams. Her new book is, The Energy of Success: Power Up Your Productivity, Transform Your Habits, and Maximize Workplace Motivation (Wiley, April 23, 2024). Learn more at energeticimpact.com

This week, we're thrilled to have the incredibly talented Benjamin on the show! Known for his dynamic and unforgettable roles, Benjamin is set to bring his trademark chaos and charisma to the big screen this summer as 'Marcus Kincaid' in Lionsgate's highly anticipated "Borderlands," releasing on August 9. Join us as we dive deep into his journey and what it was like playing Pandora's iconic arms dealer opposite Cate Blanchett's infamous outlaw 'Lilith'.

 Episode Highlights:


"Borderlands": Explore the excitement and challenges of bringing this uber-popular game series to life.
From 'Dutch Van Der Linde' to 'Marcus Kincaid': Benjamin shares insights into his commanding voice and motion capture work in Red Dead Redemption, and how it connects with the gaming community.
Marvel Cinematic Universe: Behind-the-scenes stories from "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" and "Ant-Man and the Wasp," and working with longtime friend and collaborator James Gunn.
The Filming Experience: Get an insider's view on shooting "Borderlands" in Hungary, dealing with pandemic restrictions, and how the entertainment industry adapted during COVID lockdowns.
Words of Wisdom: Benjamin offers invaluable advice on overcoming challenges in the film industry, handling criticism, and navigating the paparazzi.
Star-Studded Cast: Anecdotes about working with Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Hart, and the hilarious Claptrap.

Don't miss this captivating conversation filled with personal stories, professional tips, and a sneak peek into one of the most awaited films of the year!

Hunter Hastings is an economist who took up a career in corporate marketing and occupied the posts of Chief Marketing Officer in a global consumer products business, Chief Executive Officer in a Silicon Valley start-up enterprise, and Senior Partner in a global consulting company. He’s been an advisor to several Fortune 500 clients in the area of customer motivation and service strategy.  Hastings has been an adjunct professor at Hult International Business School, the largest global graduate business school, and is the author / co-author of seven books spanning business and economics, and several peer-reviewed economics papers. He holds a master’s degree in economics from Cambridge University in the UK.

Afarin Bellisario is a bridge between East and West, technology, and human condition, past and present. Born and raised in Tehran in a family with its feet in the past and its head in the future, she earned her PhD (and an MBA) from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Subsequently, she led a successful career in high-tech and international business in the US. But writing had always been her passion. Having published professionally in Iran, in the US she has published op-eds in major papers including the Boston Globe and an essay as part of the anthology, Love & Pomegranates. Today, she mentors startups, teaches, and writes about the clash between tradition and modernity. A lover of music, she is a board member for Cambridge Chamber Ensemble and writes for their newsletter, while continue to travel globally.

John Fisher has worked for a wide variety of companies including BPP, GP Strategies (on the HSBC contract), Training 2000 Ltd, Balfour Beatty Utility Solutions and BAe Systems designing and delivering leadership and personal Development interventions, coaching and Project Management. He is experienced at operating at all organisational levels providing, not only development training but also coaching and Boost Growth business consultancy Background John designs, develops and facilitates learning in a highly interactive environment, based on participants own experience. His sessions involve group activities and facilitated discussion to elicit key points. This is to allow participants to gain a thorough working knowledge, with constructive feedback, in a safe environment. John is an experienced coach and trained counsellor who works from a Constructivist perspective that encourages individuals to explore their own solutions.

Dr Craig Detweiler is the president and CEO of Wedgwood Circle, a philanthropic investment collective funding creative projects of meaning. He is also dean of the College of Arts and Media at Grand Canyon University. In recent years, Detweiler has worked in various roles within academia, including professor of communications at Pepperdine University, associate professor and chair of the mass communication department at Biola University, and director of the Reel Spiritual Institute at Fuller Seminary.  Detweiler’s cultural commentary has appeared on Nightline, CNN, NPR, the New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. His award-winning documentaries include Remand (narrated by Angela Bassett), Purple State of Mind, and unCommon Sounds. In 2016, he was named Variety’s Mentor of the Year, and for years he has blogged at Patheos as “Doc Hollywood.”