The Neil Haley Show

The Neil Haley Show
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The Neil Haley Show is heard in over 180 countries and has over 5 million listeners a week. The Neil Haley Show Live Streams 30 - 40 shows each week and is syndicated on 150+ stations. Here are some of the stations and markets the show is being played on: • BPTV Channel 7 Pittsburgh PA • 88.3 FM WRCT Pittsburgh • 1310 AM WDOC Eastern Kentucky • 92.1 FM / 1630 AM Tampa FL • 99.5 FM / 1520 AM Las Vegas NV • 87.9 FM / 870 AM Macon GA • 102.1 / 1640 AM Lancaster PA • 96.3 FM Boulder CO • 90.3 FM Milwaukee WI • 94.7 FM Pittsburgh PA • 101.5 FM Long Beach CA • 97.7 FM The Villages FL

  1. 2D AGO

    Improv, Country Legends, and New Year's Goals: Brad Sherwood, Clint Black, and Shawn Welsh Discuss Comedy, Music, Faith, and 2026 Resolutions

    In this entertaining episode of The Neil Haley Show, comedian and improv legend Brad Sherwood, best known for his iconic work on Whose Line Is It Anyway?, joins host Neil Haley for a wide-ranging conversation about the art of improvisation. Brad traces his journey from performing for free in Los Angeles improv groups to landing a spot on the show after a grueling five-hour audition. He credits his friendship with fellow cast member Ryan Stiles as the key connection that opened the door, and reflects on how Whose Line transformed improv from an underground art form into a mainstream phenomenon embraced by schools and colleges across the country. Brad Sherwood and Neil dive deep into what makes improv such a universal skill, drawing surprising parallels between comedy improvisation and professional wrestling. Neil, a former professional wrestler himself, shares how performers in the ring constantly had to think on their feet when things went wrong, and Brad agrees that any live performance — from theater to comedy to sports entertainment — demands the ability to adapt in real time. The two even engage in a spontaneous wrestling promo exchange, with Brad hilariously defending the people of Kentucky against Neil's villainous "bad guy" character, channeling the mic work of legends like Ric Flair in a moment that had both men cracking up. Next, host Neil Haley is joined by co-host Eric Calcha of Pro Vision Brokerage to welcome country music legend Clint Black to the program. Recorded during the COVID-19 quarantine, the conversation finds Clint adapting to the world of Facebook Live broadcasts and virtual fan engagement — something he approaches with the same earnest connection to his audience that has defined his entire career. Clint reflects on his massive social media following, noting that his deep roots in fan interaction actually date back to 1992, when he ran an early fan message board on his website long before social media platforms existed. He shares that touring 80 cities a year for two decades has been made possible by the loyalty of fans who have followed him since his landmark debut. Clint Black and Neil bond over their shared Houston roots, with Clint recounting vivid and wildly entertaining memories of growing up along the bayous — including a harrowing near-drowning incident at age 13 involving a rushing spillway current, a fallen tree, and a venomous water moccasin. The story ends with his friend Mark Hogue heroically flinging the snake away so Clint could climb to safety, a memory that perfectly captures the adventurous, free-spirited childhood he and Neil both recognized from their Houston upbringings. Neil even connects the snake theme to his own wrestling days, recalling a three-way match involving the infamous Jake "The Snake" Roberts and his legendary reptile. The episode closes with a conversation featuring Shawn Welsh, a returning guest and co-founder of VetsOS, who joins Neil to talk about New Year's resolutions and goal-setting heading into 2026. Shawn shares his personal goals — deepening his faith, continuing his weight loss journey after shedding 30 pounds in 2025, and growing VetsOS now that the organization has achieved nonprofit status. He and Neil discuss the importance of verbalizing goals, tracking KPIs, and building out a high-functioning board, with Shawn hinting at exciting upcoming fundraising initiatives including a recurring monthly giving campaign modeled after organizations like Tunnels to Towers.

    1 hr

  2. 4D AGO

    Resilience, Laughter, and Innovation: Conversations with Marlon Wayans, Al Roker, Linda Tighe, and Jeanette Meijer on the Neil Haley Show

    This wide-ranging episode of the Neil Haley Show brings together four remarkable guests whose stories span comedy, journalism, technology, and extraordinary human resilience. From the bright lights of Hollywood to the quiet strength of a survivor living on the island of Crete, host Neil Haley guides listeners through conversations that are by turns hilarious, sobering, and deeply inspiring. Whether you're a fan of sketch comedy, a weather news junkie, an AI enthusiast, or someone searching for hope after hardship, this episode has something profound to offer. Comedy legend Marlon Wayans opens the show with infectious energy, reflecting on his early days on In Living Color alongside talents like Tommy Davidson and Jim Carrey, which he describes as his personal "comedy college." Now starring in and producing his own NBC sitcom Marlon, he shares how the show draws directly from his real life, including co-parenting with his ex and building a genuine friendship out of a broken romance. With 25 years in the entertainment industry and a hustle that keeps him on the road every weekend, Wayans makes clear he sees his best work still ahead of him, approaching his career as a marathon rather than a sprint. Beloved Today Show meteorologist and author Al Roker then joins Neil to discuss his book Ruthless Tide, a gripping account of the 1889 Johnstown Flood that killed over 2,200 people. Roker draws a sobering line from the negligence of 19th-century industrialists who built a faulty dam for their private club to today's rollback of environmental regulations, warning that history is in danger of repeating itself. He also celebrates the flood's unlikely silver lining — it put Clara Barton's Red Cross on the map as America's foremost disaster relief organization — and reminds listeners that understanding the past is essential to protecting the future. Tech commentator and conversational AI advocate Linda Tighe then dives deep into the future of personal productivity with a spotlight on Vivo's Life Copilot, an AI-powered executive assistant that she believes will be as transformative as GPS once was to navigation. Tighe enthusiastically walks through the platform's capabilities — from transcribing meetings and managing calendars to reading biometrics through wearable devices — while emphasizing that Vivo's blockchain-based, privacy-first approach sets it apart from mainstream AI platforms. Her central message is clear: AI should empower humans, not replace them, and tools like the Life Copilot are the bridge between where we are and a smarter, more productive future. The episode closes on its most emotionally powerful note with Dutch author and musician Jeanette Meijer, whose memoir Surviving: The Only Option chronicles a childhood defined by abandonment, neglect, and sexual abuse, and the decades-long journey toward healing, self-love, and joy. Now 68 and living on the island of Crete with her rescued animals — all orphans, like herself — Jeanette speaks with remarkable grace about forgiving her abuser mother, whose own wartime trauma shaped her cruelty, and about the importance of speaking openly so that other survivors know they are not alone and not to blame. Her story is a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit and a call to action for adults everywhere to give voice to children who cannot yet speak for themselves.

    1 hr

  3. 5D AGO

    Jane Seymour, Shane Phelps & Ed Lyon: Fitness, Fame, Tax Planning, and the Limits of AI

    This wide-ranging episode brings together three fascinating guests across two compelling conversations. First, legendary actress Jane Seymour joins host Neil Haley on the Total Celebrity segment to reflect on an extraordinary career spanning opera biopics, beloved TV classics, and a new chapter in comedy. Then, tax strategist Shane Phelps of Hemlock Financial Group sits down with podcast host Ed Lyon to pull back the curtain on what really happens inside a busy accounting firm during tax season — and why the stakes are far higher than most people realize. Jane Seymour opens the episode with a heartfelt look at her greatest acting moments, from portraying opera legend Maria Callas to the groundbreaking run of Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman, which continues airing in 98 countries worldwide. She also discusses her headline-making Playboy feature, framing it not as a vanity project but as a powerful statement that women remain vital, sensual, and fully alive well beyond their 40s and 50s. Her message is clear: it is never too late to reinvent yourself, pursue your dreams, and embrace life with humor and confidence. The conversation with Jane Seymour shifts to her latest comedic role in Pop TV's Let's Get Physical, where she plays Janet Force, a woman trying to revive her late husband's 1980s aerobics empire while competing in today's data-driven fitness world. She reflects on a comedy career that has grown steadily since Wedding Crashers, encompassing Netflix films with Adam Sandler, Jane the Virgin, Franklin and Bash, and an upcoming film alongside Robert De Niro and Cheech Marin. Her advice to host Neil Haley — a former professional wrestler returning to the gym after injury — is simple and wise: listen to your body, go slowly, and never let impatience push you backward. In the second half, Shane Phelps and Ed Lyon deliver a refreshingly candid look at the real value of professional tax and accounting work. Shane explains that a tax return is far more than a compliance document — it is the CliffsNotes of a client's financial life, and the foundation for meaningful planning around retirement, student loan repayment, Medicare costs, and business succession. Through vivid examples, including a chiropractor whose equipment purchase was transformed from a deduction into a $3,800 tax credit, Shane illustrates how asking the right questions and truly understanding a client's story can be genuinely life-changing — sometimes even funding a lifelong dream like earning a pilot's license. The episode closes with Shane Phelps and Ed Lyon tackling the burning question of whether artificial intelligence will eventually replace accountants and tax preparers. Shane is measured but firm: while AI may handle basic data entry or a simple W-2 return, it cannot ask the nuanced questions, understand a client's full life context, or navigate the layered complexity of multi-state tax codes, treasury regulations, and evolving legislation. Real tax planning, he argues, is fundamentally a human endeavor — one built on trust, curiosity, and the ability to help clients not just record their financial history, but imagine a better financial future.

    1 hr

  4. 6D AGO

    Breaking Barriers, Building Stories, and Benefits: Featuring Jennifer Jones, Jennifer Clarke Eskew, Mary Shearer Eckert, Jason Seal, and Tom Quigley

    This wide-ranging episode of The Neil Haley Show brings together an extraordinary lineup of guests spanning dance history, law enforcement storytelling, faith-based fiction, sports commentary, and healthcare reform. From groundbreaking achievements on the Radio City stage to the corridors of Virginia's state police, from the small towns of Texas to the insurance boardrooms of America, each guest brings a unique and compelling perspective that makes this episode a rich tapestry of inspiration, insight, and real-world expertise. Jennifer Jones, author, activist, artist, and the first African American Rockette, shares her remarkable journey from a young girl dreaming of the stage to breaking one of entertainment's most enduring color barriers in 1987. Jennifer reflects on the decades it took to fully understand the magnitude of her trailblazing role, the systemic racism she encountered even within Radio City Music Hall, and how she ultimately went on to win a Tony Award on Broadway with the revival of 42nd Street. Today she channels that legacy into speaking engagements, a children's book, and even her very own Dancing Jen doll, all aimed at inspiring the next generation to dream boldly. Jennifer Clarke Eskew, bestselling author of Becoming Fire, recounts a deeply personal weekend of book signings, memorial services, and community connections across Virginia that remind her exactly why she wrote her book in the first place. A former Virginia State Trooper, Jennifer's work honors fallen officers and speaks to young people considering careers in law enforcement, including a moving encounter with a college student whose father brought her to a library event specifically because of the book. With Crime Con in Las Vegas on the horizon and libraries across Virginia stocking her title, Jennifer's story continues to find the readers who need it most. Mary Eckert, 73-year-old Christian author and skydiver, discusses her debut novel Wounded Sisters, a layered fictional story rooted in her own experiences with abuse, grief, forgiveness, and faith. Mary opens up about the two-year writing pause she endured after the tragic loss of her grandson, and how that grief ultimately deepened both her faith and the authenticity of her storytelling. With a release date of March 17th and book signings already lined up in her hometown of Mason, Texas — a town known for its connection to Old Yeller — Mary's message that God can turn any mess into a message is both timely and timeless. Sports commentator Jason Seal and healthcare disruptor Tom Quigley round out the episode with sharp takes in their respective fields. Jason breaks down the evolving March Madness landscape, arguing that NIL money is fundamentally reshaping college basketball's competitive balance, while making a bold prediction that the Houston Cougars are finally due for a national championship. Tom Quigley of Claim Links cuts through the insurance industry's smoke and mirrors, explaining how employer health plan renewals are driven by algorithmic trend calculations rather than genuine negotiation — and why most brokers are doing little more than convincing HR departments to accept rate increases that quietly drain company resources year after year.

    1 hr

  5. MAR 6

    Legends, Healing, and Smarter Benefits: Robert Wagner, Dr. James Fricton, and Anthony McMahon on the Neil Haley Show

    In this rich and wide-ranging episode of the Neil Haley Show, Hollywood icon Robert Wagner sits down to reflect on a lifetime of working alongside some of cinema's most extraordinary women. The author of I Loved Her in the Movies: Memories of Hollywood's Legendary Actresses, Wagner shares the inspiration behind his heartfelt tribute book, co-written with Scott Eiman, and explains how leading ladies from Audrey Hepburn to Bette Davis shaped not just his career, but his life. With warmth and humility, Wagner reminds us that behind every great leading man is an even greater leading lady. Next, the conversation takes a fascinating turn as professor, physician, and author Dr. James Fricton joins Neil to discuss his ambitious trilogy, centered on the book The Butterfly and the Beasts. Drawing on over 35 years of academic research and clinical work at the University of Minnesota, Dr. Fricton introduces listeners to his concept of the "seven realms" — mind, body, spirit, lifestyle, emotions, social life, and environment — and how cultivating positive energy across all seven can combat chronic pain, mental health struggles, and even global crises. His butterfly effect philosophy argues powerfully that individual energy ripples outward, shaping communities and the world at large. Dr. Fricton's characters come vividly to life as he walks Neil through the novel's intertwining storylines — a grieving physician, a homeless teenager fleeing a dangerous billionaire, and a researcher organizing a world congress to address humanity's greatest challenges. What makes the fiction so compelling is that it is grounded entirely in real science, with Dr. Fricton's online prevention program at preventionprogram.com and a Coursera course on chronic pain offering readers a direct path to applying the seven realms philosophy in their own lives. The episode closes with a deeply practical conversation featuring Anthony McMahon of Claim Links, who joins tax expert and host Ed Lyon to pull back the curtain on America's broken health insurance system. McMahon explains how the entire U.S. healthcare model is rooted in World War II-era tax law, and how most businesses are overpaying for employee health coverage by as much as 40% — largely because traditional brokers are financially incentivized to let costs rise. McMahon and his team at Claim Links flip that model entirely, aligning their compensation with the savings they generate for clients rather than the premiums they sell. Across all three conversations, a single unifying thread emerges: the power of creative, outside-the-box thinking to improve lives. Whether it's Robert Wagner honoring the women who elevated his craft, Dr. James Fricton translating decades of medical research into accessible novels and wellness tools, or Anthony McMahon reimagining how businesses can save money on healthcare, each guest brings a refreshing perspective that challenges conventional wisdom. This is the Neil Haley Show at its best — celebrating people who don't just ask how things are done, but dare to ask how they could be done better.

    1 hr

  6. MAR 4

    Champions, Comedians, and Creators: Featuring Jenae Noonan, Mikael Avatar, Rabbi Bob Alper, and M.B. McClain

    In this wide-ranging episode of the Neil Haley Show and Storehouse Media Group Podcast, host Neil Haley sits down with four remarkable guests whose stories span combat sports, Paralympic athletics, interfaith comedy, and Hollywood production. From the boxing ring to the broadcast studio, each guest brings a unique perspective on resilience, reinvention, and purpose. Actress, boxer, and entrepreneur Jenae Noonan opens the episode with a candid reflection on a life lived at full speed. A former semi-pro soccer player who stumbled into professional boxing through a MySpace-era social media deal, Noonan went on to earn four gold medals in Pancration at the World Games and was recognized in 2024 as one of the world's most dangerous women. After retiring at the end of that year, she faced an even bigger fight — dual diagnoses of skin cancer and breast cancer within two weeks of each other. As of February 12th of this year, she rang the bell marking no sign of disease. Her story doesn't end there: she is now channeling her experience into Rise, a rebranded coffee community designed to help cancer patients raise funds and find support. Paralympic World Record holder Mikael Avatar shares one of the episode's most powerful origin stories. Born with a physical disability and clinically dead for 45 minutes, Avatar began training for the Olympics at age 10 — only to discover the Paralympics a decade later. He competed at the 1996 Atlanta Paralympics as the first athlete ever qualified for the long jump in his class, setting a world record along the way. Now a coach and artist, Avatar teaches his proprietary "Michaela-Tarn Method," guiding clients to clarify their goals and — critically — take action. His message is simple and universal: passion and focus can carry anyone beyond the limits others set for them. Stand-up comedian and Rabbi Bob Alper brings both laughter and depth to the conversation, joined by co-host Sherry Price-Clark. A performer who has shared stages with some of comedy's biggest names and been featured on Good Morning America, CNN, and the Today Show, Alper has built a ministry around the healing power of humor. His books, including Life Doesn't Get Any Better Than This and Thanks, I Needed That, have moved readers to both laughter and tears — including a Superior Court judge who reads a chapter when overwhelmed by tough cases. Alper also holds the distinction of winning Jimmy Fallon's "Joke with the Pope" contest in 2015, earning him the honorary title of Comedic Advisor to Pope Francis. Emmy-winning producer M.B. McClain rounds out the episode with a frank conversation about the state of Hollywood in the age of AI. A survivor of the 2011 Tohoku tsunami who went on to produce The Vow for HBO and win his Emmy for Netflix's Queer Eye Japan special, McClain pulls no punches about the industry's current upheaval. While AI tools have legitimate uses in speed and research, he argues they fundamentally cannot create anything original — only remix what already exists, often at the expense of uncredited human creators. His warning about the coming AI bubble, companies replacing skilled employees with hallucinating chatbots, and the gold-rush mentality currently gripping Silicon Valley is as timely as it is sobering.

    1 hr

  7. MAR 3

    Grit & Glory: Brad Ledwith, Kristen Sweeney & Heather Freschette on Building Something That Lasts

    What does it take to turn a dream into something real — something that outlasts doubt, defies the odds, and leaves a mark on the world? In this extended episode, hosts Mitchell S. Karnes, Sherrie Price Clark, and Neil Haley sit down with three remarkable guests whose stories converge on a single truth: the most meaningful things are built slowly, on faith, grit, and the refusal to quit. Brad Ledwith reveals the decade-long journey behind The Mighty Oaks, a critically acclaimed documentary following a perpetually losing lacrosse team at Live Oak High School that refused to walk away — and ultimately transformed defeat into legacy. Now streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV, the film is proof that if you quit when you're losing, you'll never know what winning feels like. Kristen Sweeney gives an intimate look at what it means to step into the role of Abbey Rhodes in the upcoming film adaptation of the beloved mystery series. From consulting real female detectives in Nashville to training for American Ninja Warrior obstacles she once couldn't imagine conquering, Kristen brings the same fierce preparation to her craft as she does to her faith — and reminds us that new dreams are possible at any age. Heather Freschette, co-owner of Smiley's on the Roxx in Greenville, SC, shares how two bartenders saving tips in a box under the bed launched one of downtown's most beloved live music venues — 365 days a year, no investors, no loans, and no asking permission. Sixteen years later, the line still wraps around the block. Three guests. Three industries. One undeniable thread: the legacy you build is worth every year it takes to get there.

    1 hr

  8. MAR 2

    Between the Trenches and the Fine Print: Keith Zlomsowitch & Randy Sadler on Survival, Risk, and What It Means to Be Truly Protected

    Some stories begin on a ski deck in Aspen. Others begin in a boardroom weighing risk against exposure. In this extended edition, two guests with vastly different backgrounds share one unexpected common thread — the profound cost of being unprepared for what life throws at you. Author Keith Zlomsowitch joins Neil Haley to recount one of the most quietly harrowing personal narratives connected to the O.J. Simpson murder case. As a man who dated Nicole Brown Simpson during her separation from O.J., Keith witnessed the escalating harassment, intimidation, and danger firsthand — and carried that weight in silence for decades. His book, Stalked: It Could Have Been Me, is finally his chance to speak. Keith walks listeners through the early days of his relationship with Nicole, the moment O.J.'s shadow entered the picture, and the chilling incidents that followed. He served as a pallbearer at Nicole's funeral, stood beside O.J. before his arrest, and turned down multimillion-dollar media offers to protect the integrity of the case. The trauma reshaped his life in ways that lasted long after the verdict. He wrote this book not for revenge, but for awareness — hoping that others might recognize the warning signs he once chose to look past. Then Ed Lyon welcomes Randy Sadler, Partner at CIC Services, for a conversation that trades courtroom drama for corporate discipline. Randy — a West Point graduate, former Army tank commander, and seasoned risk strategist — breaks down the world of captive insurance with the kind of clarity that's rare in financial circles. A captive isn't a tax loophole or a clever workaround. It's a licensed insurance company that a business owner controls — covering real risks, paying real claims, and built on real actuarial foundations. During COVID alone, CIC-managed captives paid out approximately $15 million in claims that traditional carriers refused to touch. Together, these two conversations form something larger than their individual parts. Whether the threat is a stalker at your door or an uninsured supply chain collapse, the message is the same: protection is only meaningful when it's real, when it's built with intention, and when it's in place before you need it. This is an episode about survival — personal, financial, and everything in between.

    1 hr
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The Neil Haley Show is heard in over 180 countries and has over 5 million listeners a week. The Neil Haley Show Live Streams 30 - 40 shows each week and is syndicated on 150+ stations. Here are some of the stations and markets the show is being played on: • BPTV Channel 7 Pittsburgh PA • 88.3 FM WRCT Pittsburgh • 1310 AM WDOC Eastern Kentucky • 92.1 FM / 1630 AM Tampa FL • 99.5 FM / 1520 AM Las Vegas NV • 87.9 FM / 870 AM Macon GA • 102.1 / 1640 AM Lancaster PA • 96.3 FM Boulder CO • 90.3 FM Milwaukee WI • 94.7 FM Pittsburgh PA • 101.5 FM Long Beach CA • 97.7 FM The Villages FL

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  • Creator
    The Neil Haley Show
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1.2K
  • Rating
    Clean
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