George Bayard is a respected historian, curator, and appraiser with a long-standing commitment to preserving African American history and culture. He currently serves as the Executive Director of the Grand Rapids African American Museum & Archives (GRAAMA), where he has been instrumental in bringing to light the rich, often underrepresented stories of African Americans in West Michigan and beyond.

With a background in both history and fine art, George combines academic knowledge with a keen eye for cultural artifacts, making him a trusted voice in historical preservation and education. His work spans museum curation, public history initiatives, and cultural appraisal, and he is widely recognized for creating accessible, engaging spaces for dialogue and learning.

As today's special guest, George brings his deep expertise to a powerful and necessary conversation on the history of blackface—a troubling practice rooted in racism that has had a lasting impact on American entertainment and societal attitudes. Through thoughtful exploration, he helps unpack its origins, evolution, and the ongoing work required to confront its legacy.

Diane Haworth

Grew up in rural Virginia during the 1960s and '70s, she learned how to be “good” and how to be “nice”—but not how to be love. That lifelong quest to connect with the divine love within has shaped her journey and purpose. Today, she is the founder of the Be Love Principles, a Heart-Centered Success Coach, intuitive, speaker, author, and TV host.

With over 30 years of experience in marketing across government, private, and nonprofit sectors, she developed a strong foundation in leadership and high performance. Yet, her curiosity about holistic healing, energy work, neuroscience, and belief systems continually pulled her toward deeper, more expansive truths.

Her turning point came with the discovery of ancient mystic texts, igniting a passionate exploration of love, fear, and spiritual wisdom. She believes that joy flows naturally when we align with our inner divine wisdom and allow love to guide our lives.

In 2018, during a meditation, she received what she describes as a "direct divine download"—the Be Love Principles. This transformative framework became a global message she now shares to help others reconnect with their authentic selves. (Her family already considered her the “weird” one, so a life-changing vision only solidified her unique path.)

Her mission is deeply human: to live as love as consistently as possible, using the Be Love Principles as a compass—and to offer herself grace when she falls short.

She brings depth, authenticity, and an open heart to every conversation, offering insight into spiritual growth, healing, and the power of living in alignment with love.

• (00:00:00) - Interview With Diane Hayworth
• (00:00:46) - How I Got to This Point in My Life
• (00:05:11) - The Four Pillars of Love
• (00:09:52) - Becoming a vegetarian in the World
• (00:11:51) - A Week in the Life with the Divine
• (00:16:36) - On Love and Trauma
• (00:18:01) - Forgiveness in Christianity
• (00:19:35) - In the Elevator With Rich People
• (00:24:51) - How to Help Your Child Understand Grief
• (00:26:29) - Certified Life Coach
• (00:31:48) - What You Wish You Knew About the Airport
• (00:33:55) - A message from the Gathering
• (00:35:07) - Follow Your Joy

Kyle Smith is a Clarity Consultant and the developer of Neuro Linguistic Somatic Experience (NLSE), a powerful blend of storywork and breathwork designed to guide wellness seekers toward a better, more fulfilling life.

Having personally experienced the heavy weight of feeling stuck—riding the waves of undiagnosed depression, anxiety, burnout, and disconnection—Kyle understands the struggle all too well. For years, he lived behind a mask, navigating through stress and dissatisfaction. But through his journey of healing and transformation, he emerged with clarity, purpose, and a renewed sense of self—thanks to NLSE.

Today, Kyle is passionate about sharing the gift of feeling well. His mission is to empower others with the tools to defeat The Victim Mentality and reclaim control over their lives. Through a practical mindset coaching system, he supports coaches, teachers, leaders, and influencers in breaking through the negative narratives that hold people back.

At the core of his work is a simple, universal need: mindset. Kyle helps individuals across the globe get unstuck, set meaningful goals, celebrate their wins, and achieve lasting results—all while optimizing their mental well-being through the transformative power of NLSE.

Ed Pisani Jr.’s mission is to support the launch and growth of new businesses and 501(c)(3) charitable organizations by providing expert business coaching and web design services. As a seasoned consultant, he works closely with new business owners and nonprofit boards, equipping them with the tools and guidance necessary for long-term success. From the initial steps of entity formation to strategic growth through high-quality coaching, Ed Pisani Jr. is committed to helping his clients thrive every step of the wa

Patti McCracken spent fourteen years immersed in an archaeological expedition about the Angel Makers, exploring the lives of the women involved, the conditions they lived under, and the state of Hungary during that era. She meticulously combed through transcripts in the Szolnok archives, working long hours in a musty, dimly lit room that was uncomfortably hot. Her remarkable Hungarian assistant, Attila, a local historian, was by her side, helping to translate documents—some nearly a century old—while Patti typed the English translation into her MacBook.

In addition to her archival work, McCracken hired translators to assist in translating local news articles from the time of the “Arsenic Trials,” working closely with the library to obtain the relevant materials. She toured the local prison, attended trials, and interviewed a wide range of experts, including Central Europe’s leading criminal psychiatrist, medical historians, military historians, descendants of both victims and perpetrators, police officers, professors, and even meteorologists. She read extensively—village monographs, history books, Hungarian literature of the period, military memoirs, and more.

The depth and breadth of her research explained the long gestation period of The Angel Makers. McCracken’s approach was thorough, driven by the dogged persistence of a seasoned reporter. Once the research was complete, the storytelling phase began.

Before embarking on The Angel Makers, McCracken was a print reporter in Europe, based in an Austrian village near the Slovakia-Hungary border for around 15 years. During that time, she wrote about a wide array of subjects, from Austrian finger wrestlers (which is not thumb wrestling) to the last remaining leper colony in Europe, located in Romania. Her articles were published in prestigious outlets like Smithsonian Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Chicago Tribune, San Francisco Chronicle, Tampa Bay Times, The Guardian, Columbia Journalism Review, and many others.

In addition to her reporting work, McCracken spent two decades as a journalism trainer across the former Soviet bloc, the Balkans, the Caucasus, North Africa, and Southeast Asia. With her diverse career and experiences, she certainly has many stories to tell.

• (00:00:00) - Patty McCracken on Her Biography
• (00:00:57) - The Day the Wall Came Down
• (00:03:47) - VICE News Interview
• (00:06:54) - Tom French on Becoming a Journalist
• (00:08:22) - Talking About Technology and the Way People Report
• (00:10:25) - The Angel Makers
• (00:14:50) - Why are women killing their husbands?
• (00:15:17) - In the Elevator With Arsenic
• (00:16:37) - The Purge of Auntie Susie
• (00:19:46) - How To Write a Book About the Vietnam War
• (00:21:26) - Were there descendants of the midwife in the village?
• (00:24:50) - Post-9/11: The Battle of Ypsi
• (00:28:53) - Talking to Historians
• (00:30:58) - The Curiosity of Teachers

Jason Hassler is a seasoned paranormal investigator who has been an integral part of Oregon's TAPS Family team, Big River Paranormal, since 2017. Over the years, he has worked his way up to the role of Director. In addition to his investigative work, he hosts a show called Hassling the Paranormal, where he engages in discussions about all things paranormal with experts and specialists in the field. Hassler’s fascination with the paranormal began in his childhood, sparked by personal experiences that left him with numerous questions about the unknown.

Jason Hassler is also host of Hassling the Paranormal and member of Big River Paranormal.

Dr. Evelyn Higgins is the founder of Wired For Addiction and Wired BioHealth, bringing over 36 years of clinical experience to her work in healthcare and addiction recovery. She is a Diplomate of the American College of Addictionology & Compulsive Disorders, a Diplomate of the American Board of Disability Analysts specializing in Pain Management, and a Certified Addictionologist. Throughout her career, Dr. Higgins has served in distinguished roles, including advisor to the U.S. Surgeon General, host of a Gracie Award-winning radio program, and 1996 Olympic Team Doctor.

A passionate advocate for holistic wellness, Dr. Higgins champions the Four Pillars of Health—physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual. Her innovative approach blends the science of addiction recovery with cutting-edge research in mental health biomarkers and epigenetics, offering a more complete path to healing and wellness. With 17 years dedicated specifically to the field of addiction and mental health, she is also the author of The Dr. Higgins Guide to Health & Wellness and The Mystery of Happiness.

• (00:00:00) - Tron: Bringing Evelyn Higgins to the Podcast
• (00:00:38) - Dr. Rashad On Addiction
• (00:03:53) - Rashad on the resistance to addressing addiction
• (00:08:17) - Adam Levine on availability of medical treatment
• (00:12:40) - Want to Know Your Own Addiction History? Here!
• (00:17:31) - What's Your Advice For People Who Are Addicted to Porn?
• (00:22:31) - Having a mini stroke at 46
• (00:26:14) - epigenetics and the neuroscience of addiction
• (00:26:52) - Rashad on His Addiction
• (00:30:47) - In the Elevator With Rashad Jones

Dillo Mysliwie is a successful entrepreneur. He is currently the owner and operator of a digital media marketing agency called Artistic Development and Design (A.D.D.), which serves startups and small businesses. Through A.D.D., Dillon and his team assist in building brands, creating websites, and designing business logos. Additionally, they manage and maintain various social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. The company also runs campaigns through Facebook Ads and Google AdWords, while offering design services for physical marketing materials.

In addition to his work with A.D.D., Dillon is the co-founder of SeerNova Comics LLC, a comic book creation and publishing company. Although SeerNova is still in its startup phase, the company collaborates with indie comic book creators, writers, and artists, helping them promote their work, create new content, and market merchandise.