The Mentors Radio Show

Tom Loarie and Dan Hesse
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The Mentors Radio Show

Remarkable CEOs Tom Loarie and Dan Hesse and their guests deliver real-world advice, experience, stories, lessons learned, examples, failures, funny moments, successes, and more to help YOU find purpose, success and happiness in life and work!

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    401. Hollywood movie star Delores Hart on Her Journey of Joy, Becoming a Contemplative Nun

    In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Mother Delores Hart, who has now been a nun of the Benedictine Abbey of Regina Laudis in Bethlehem, Connecticut, for nearly 60 years. Learn about her remarkable journey from Award-winning actress and a fast-rising Hollywood star famous for having the first on-screen kiss with Elvis Presley, to contemplative nun. What made Delores Hart abandon the fame and fortune of Hollywood for the hidden life of simplicity in a monastery on the other side of the country? What was her path to discovering tranquility and joy? What advice does she have for listeners? Find out, on this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here! SHOW NOTES: MOTHER DELORES HART, OSB: * BIO: https://abbeyofreginalaudis.org/community-mdh.html * BOOK: * The Ear of the Heart: An Actress' Journey from Hollywood to Holy Vows, by Mother Delores Hart, O.S.B. with Richard DeNeut * WEBSITE: https://abbeyofreginalaudis.org/

    43 min

  2. NOV 23

    400. Dr. Michael Orkin joins Dan Hesse to explain how Luck and Chance impact our daily lives


    In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Dr. Michael Orkin, author of The Story of Chance: What’s Luck Got To Do With It? to explain the difference between skill and luck, what to play and avoid at the casino, what sports betting advice is worth paying for, and whether synchronicity exists or not.  A distinguished professor, consultant, researcher and author with a wealth of experience that offers unique insights into the concepts of chance and luck, Dr. Michael Orkin holds a BA in Mathematics and a PhD in Statistics from the University of California, Berkeley. Throughout his career, Dr. Orkin has made significant contributions to the field of statistics, particularly in the gaming industry, where he frequently serves as a consultant. His extensive research has been published in numerous academic papers, and he has delivered invited talks on these topics, including a notable presentation at Google Tech Talks. Dr. Orkin is a Professor Emeritus of Statistics at California State University, East Bay, and he currently serves on the mathematics faculty at Berkeley City College. His expertise and experience make him a leading authority on the statistical principles underlying games, chance and the role of luck in various aspects of life. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here! SHOW NOTES: MICHAEL ORKIN, PhD: * BIO: * https://cmtassociation.org/presenter/michael-orkin/ * BOOKS: * The Story of Chance: What's Luck Got To Do With It?, by Michael Orkin, PhD (available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble) * Probability and Statistics Made Interesting, by Michael Orkin, PhD * What Are The Odds ? Chance In Everyday Life, by Michael Orkin, PhD * MORE: * Google Tech Talks presentation by Dr. Michael Orkin : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uupDrR0IqMA

    42 min

  3. NOV 15

    399. Unlocking Happiness: How to overcome struggles and failures in building meaningful relationships, with David Robson and Host Tom Loarie

    In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with David Robson, an award-winning science writer specializing in the extremes of the human brain, body and behavior. Robson reveals surprising science-backed secrets to creating lasting, meaningful connections. In this episode, he will share practical tips for strengthening relationships in every part of your life—from family and friends to career success. Don’t miss this powerful conversation. Discover why connection matters more than ever and how to make it work for you! Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here! SHOW NOTES: DAVID ROBSON: BIO: https://davidrobson.me/about/ * BOOKS: * The Laws of Connection, by David Robson * The Expectation Effect: How your mindset can transform your life, by David Robson. Also titled: The Laws of Connection: 13 Social Strategies that will Transform Your Life, by David Robson The Intelligence Trap: Why smart people make dumb mistakes, by David Robson — Also titled: The Intelligence Trap: Revolutionise your thinking and make wiser decisions, by David Robson * WEBSITE: https://davidrobson.me

    43 min

  4. NOV 9

    398. Turnaround Expert Hubert Joly joins Dan Hesse to discuss the importance of purpose to achieving business success

    In today's episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Hubert Joly, a member of the faculty of the Harvard Business School and the former Chairman and CEO of Best Buy. At Harvard, Professor Joly is the co-leader of the Chief Executive Leadership Programs, a portfolio of programs intended to support the growth of CEOs and senior executives of the world’s foremost corporations at a time of unprecedented challenges. He is also a member of the board of directors of Johnson & Johnson and Ralph Lauren Corporation, and he’s a Trustee of the New York Public Library. Hubert has been recognized as one of the top 100 CEOs in the world by the Harvard Business Review, one of the Top 30 CEOs in the world by Barron’s, one of the Top 10 CEOs in the U.S. by Glassdoor, and one of the Top 50 Management Thinkers in the world by Thinkers50.  He is the author of the best-selling book “The Heart of Business – Leadership Principles for the Next Era of Capitalism.” Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here! SHOW NOTES: HUBERT JOLY: * BIO: https://www.hubertjoly.org/about/ * BOOK: * The Heart of Business: Leadership Principles for the Next Era of Capitalism, by Hubert Joly * ARTICLES: * Harvard Business Review: A series of articles by Hubert Joly — EXCELLENT!! -The Mentors Radio Hubert Joly: Pursue a Noble Purpose — a HOW conversation on YouTube * Steering Through the Business Storm: Leadership Lessons from Best Buy's Former CEO, Hubert Joly — HEC Paris — EXCELLENT! - The Mentors Radio * WEBSITE: * https://www.hubertjoly.org/

    43 min

  5. NOV 2

    397. From ADHD to Distinguished Professor of Medicine at Harvard: How Jeff Karp, PhD, Developed LIT Tools to Transform His Life and Medicine

    In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Jeff Karp, PhD, one of the most innovative minds in medical science. Jeff is a professor of biomedical engineering at Harvard Medical School and MIT, and he leads the Karp Lab, which has pioneered bio-inspired technologies that have led to the formation of 12 companies. His groundbreaking work includes a tissue glue that can seal holes in a beating heart and a ‘smart needle’ that stops automatically upon reaching its target. 
Dr. Jeff Karp has been honored as an Outstanding Faculty Mentor at MIT and as the top graduate student mentor at Harvard-MIT. Jeff is also a Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors. In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Dr. Karp will share insights from his discovery of Life Ignition Tools (LIT)—a toolkit that came from overcoming ADHD and put him on a path for doing great things with his life. Jeff will explain how this toolkit can help people break free perceived constraints and/or autopilot…and it will ignite you for great things as well.  Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here! SHOW NOTES: JEFF KARP, PhD: * BIO: https://www.jeffkarp.com/author/ * BOOKS: * LIT: Life Ignition Tools: Use Nature's Playbook to Energize Your Brain, Spark Ideas, and Ignite Action, by Jeff Karp and Teresa Barker * Micro- and Nanoengineering of the Cell Surface (Micro and Nano Technologies), by Jeffrey Karp, Welan Zhao * Biology and Engineering of Stem Cell Niches, by Ajaykumar Vishwakarma (Editor), Jeffrey M Karp (Editor) * WEBSITES: * https://www.jeffkarp.com/ * https://www.karplab.net/ * SOCIAL MEDIA: * Instagram: @mrjeffkarp

    45 min

  6. OCT 26

    396. Mark O. Hubbard joins Dan Hesse to discuss the impact Coach Ara Parseghian had on those around him

    In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Mark O. Hubbard, seasoned broadcasting executive and author, to discuss the impact Coach Ara Parseghian had on those around him. The author of four books, including Ara-The Life and Legacy of a Notre Dame Legend, Mark spent more than 25 years in the broadcasting industry, including serving as President of Flagship Broadcasting, President of Fairmont Communications, and Senior Vice President for Corporate Development at Clear Channel.  Mark was most recently an independent consultant providing services exclusively to senior management at established companies and to entrepreneurs at start-up ventures.  Mark also has served as an Adjunct Professor at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and is currently serving as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business. He holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Notre Dame, where he was awarded a prestigious Marshall Scholarship, and he received an MBA from Wharton. Mark is also a registered Architect.   Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here! SHOW NOTES: MARK O. HUBBARD: * BIO: * FEATURED BOOK: * Ara-The Life and Legacy of a Notre Dame Legend: The Authorized Biography of Coach Ara Parseghian, by Mark O. Hubbard * ADDITIONAL BOOKS: * Business Wise Guide, 80 Powerful Insights You Can’t Get in Business School, by Mark O. Hubbard * Undisputed, Notre Dame National Champions 1966, by Mark O. Hubbard, Roger Valdiserri, et. al. * Forgotten Four, Notre Dame’s Greatest Backfield and the Undefeated 1953 Team, by Donald J. and Mark O. Hubbard (brothers) * ARTICLES: * Hubbard’s biography ‘ARA’ reveals true greatness of legendary Irish football coach, South Bend Times * ‘Ara’ Review: The Savior of Notre Dame Football, Wall Street Journal * The MacArthur Bowl

    43 min

  7. OCT 19

    395. Be Open: How Life-Changing Mentors can show up in Unexpected Places, with Top Hair Stylist Sheila Eneix and Host Tom Loarie

    In today's episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Sheila Eneix, one of the top hair stylists in the San Francisco Bay Area. They talk about resilience, strength, and the power of learning from the people around you. Sheila shares lessons she learned from her clients over the past 40 years and the life-changing advice that helped her to grow personally and professionally. This episode showcases by real-world example that wisdom can come from unexpected places, but only if a person is open to receiving that wisdom. Sheila has been cutting and styling hair since she was 19, and over the decades, her clients have not only shaped her career but also mentored her in the most profound ways. Raised essentially by her grandmother after being adopted, Sheila navigated the complexities of a challenging family, a long and joyful marriage, and a deeply emotional journey to reconnect with her biological mother and siblings. In this episode, Sheila shares the lessons she’s learned from her clients, the life-changing advice that helped her grow personally and professionally, and her reflections on family, marriage and the meaning of mentorship. Her story reminds us that wisdom can come from unexpected places, and that through resilience and the support of others, we can create a life full of purpose and joy.  Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here! SHOW NOTES: SHEILA ENEIX * https://www.solasalonstudios.com/salon-professional/shelia-eneix

    43 min

  8. OCT 12

    394. Tim Grunhard joins Dan Hesse to discuss how mentorship from teammates and coaches changed his life

    This week on THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Tim Grunhard, author of View from the Center: My Football Life and the Rebirth of Chiefs Kingdom. Tim was an All-American offensive lineman at Notre Dame and a member of its 1988 National Championship team. He was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs where he played his entire 11-year NFL career at center, earning All-Pro status, and in 2021 Tim was inducted into the Chiefs Hall of Fame. Perhaps most impressive, Tim was a member of the All-Madden team, which says something about his toughness and tenacity. He has coached football at the professional, collegiate and high school levels. Tim is a special guest analyst for Sports Radio 810, is past President of the Chiefs Ambassadors organization and well-known for his exemplary community service.  Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here! SHOW NOTES: TIM GRUNHARD: * BIO: Bio: Tim Grunhard * BOOK: * View from the Center: My Football Life and the Rebirth of Chief's Kingdom, by Tim Grunhard with David Smale * WEBSITE: * https://timgrunhard.com/ * OTHER HIGHLIGHTS: * Tim Grunhard to be Inducted into Chiefs Hall of Fame - Chiefs' announcement

    44 min
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Remarkable CEOs Tom Loarie and Dan Hesse and their guests deliver real-world advice, experience, stories, lessons learned, examples, failures, funny moments, successes, and more to help YOU find purpose, success and happiness in life and work!

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  • Creator
    Tom Loarie and Dan Hesse
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    50
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