From Abel Communications, this is What's the Big Idea?

In this episode, Greg is joined by Funlayo Alabi, chief executive officer and co-founder of Shea Radiance. Funlayo takes Greg through her journey in founding her company and its mission to support the women-run cooperatives in Africa from whom they source their shea butter. For Funlayo, Shea Radiance is more than just a beauty brand––it’s an opportunity to empower women in meaningful ways from self-care to financial independence.

Funlayo Alabi (LinkedIn)

Shea Radiance

Instagram: @shearadiance

Facebook: @shearadiance

Twitter: @shearadiance

What’s the Big Idea is an Abel Communications production.

Produced by Martin Thompson and Katie Beecher.

Outro music produced by Alec Abel.

From Abel Communications, this is What's the Big Idea?

In this episode, Greg is joined by Emily Taylor, AuD., FAAA, a.k.a. “Dr. Earwax” on TikTok, where she’s amassed over one million followers with her wax and molds videos. Greg and Dr. Taylor discuss her journey from deciding to pursue audiology to becoming a TikTok sensation and how she’s using her work and platform to educate people all over the world on hearing health. Dr. Taylor shares the trials and errors that came along with creating her channel and offers advice for others looking to gain a following on social media.

Emily Taylor (LinkedIn)

TikTok: @dr_ear_wax

Instagram: @dr_ear_wax

Taylor Listening Center

What’s the Big Idea is an Abel Communications production

Produced by Martin Thompson and Katie Beecher

Outro music produced by Alec Abel

From Abel Communications, this is What's the Big Idea?

In this episode, Greg is joined by Dr. Shanaysha Sauls, CEO of the Baltimore Community Foundation (BCF). The two explore the idea of a community foundation and the main issues that BCF tackles including public education, neighborhood safety, and the digital divide. Dr. Sauls examines the power of collaboration and how BCF’s partnership with the Baltimore philanthropic community during the pandemic allowed them to streamline resources and efforts across the Baltimore region. In Dr. Sauls’ words, we can only be as successful as the place where we reside.

Baltimore Community Foundation

What’s the Big Idea is an Abel Communications production.

Produced by Martin Thompson and Katie Beecher.

Outro music produced by Alec Abel.

From Abel Communications, this is What’s the Big Idea?

In this episode, Greg is joined by Jonathan Reisman, M.D., author of “The Unseen Body: A Doctor’s Journey Through the Hidden Wonders of Human Anatomy.” The two explore how Dr. Reisman’s travels and perpetual curiosity uncovered unexpected connections between the natural world and the human body. Dr. Reisman shares how he was inspired to write his book and his experience diving into the world of public relations to help promote it.

Dr. Jonathan Reisman (Instagram, Facebook and Twitter): @jonreismanmd

 “The Unseen Body: A Doctor’s Journey Through the Hidden Wonders of Human Anatomy.”

Anatomy Eats

The Long Now

What’s the Big Idea is an Abel Communications production.

Produced by Martin Thompson and Katie Beecher

Outro music produced by Alec Abel

From Abel Communications, this is What's the Big Idea?

In this episode, Greg is joined by Adam Lindquist, VP of Programs and Environmental Initiatives at the Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore, and the creative mind behind the Mr. Trash Wheel persona. The two dive into the creation of Mr. Trash Wheel and his role in helping clean Baltimore's Inner Harbor. Adam discusses how he and his team have used the anthropomorphic water wheel to expand their audience and generate environmental change.

Then, Mr. Trash Wheel himself answers Greg's burning questions.

Adam Lindquist (LinkedIn): @adam-lindquist

Mr. Trash Wheel (Twitter): @MrTrashWheel

Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore: waterfrontpartnership.org

Mr. Trash Wheel: mrtrashwheel.com

Mr. Trash Wheel song: youtube.com/watch?v=hrz-7lmZfpQ

Floatilla: waterfrontpartnership.org/healthy-harbor/floatilla

Clearwater Mills: clearwatermills.com

Ziger/Snead Architects: zigersnead.com

What Works Studio: whatworksstudio.com

What's the Big Idea is an Abel Communications production

Produced by Martin Thompson and Katie Beecher

Outro music produced by Alec Abel

Shantell Roberts (LinkedIn): @shantell-roberts

Touching Young Lives, Inc.

Port Discovery

What's the Big Idea? is an Abel Communications production.

Produced by Martin Thompson and Katie Beecher

Outro music by Alec Abel

From Abel Communications, this is What's the Big Idea?

In this episode, Greg is joined by Dr. Seth Hickerson, founder and CEO of My Steady Mind, to explore the idea of "cognitive fitness." Seth discusses the importance of training your brain through exercises, habits, and routines to become more mentally tough - an essential skill in a society that perpetuates negativity. Seth sees cognitive fitness as the next evolution in health and wellness and stresses that businesses must change with the times and provide their employees with mental health resources.

Dr. Seth Hickerson (LinkedIn): @seth-hickerson

My Steady Mind

What's the Big Idea? is an Abel Communications production

Produced by Martin Thompson and Katie Beecher

Outro music produced by Alec Abel

Program note: this episode was recorded in January 2022.

From Abel Communications, this is What's the Big Idea?

In this episode, Greg is joined by MaryBeth Hyland, founder of SparkVision and author of "Permission to be Human: The Conscious Leader's Guide to Creating a Values-Driven Culture." The two explore the importance of values-driven leadership and how culture can be uncovered to drive performance in the workplace. Marybeth discusses how the last few years have culminated in unprecedented job burnout and how giving employees "permission to be human" can help them thrive.

MaryBeth Hyland (LinkedIn): @marybethhyland

SparkVision

MaryBeth's book: "Permission to be Human: The Conscious Leader's Guide to Creating a Values-Driven Culture"

Art with a Heart