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Have your spirits lifted! Hosted by award-winning speaker, Hall of Fame radio/TV host and author, Sonny Melendrez, each show is filled to the brim with inspiration and entertainment through storytelling, fascinating guests, live performances, exclusive celebrity interviews and all delivered with unstoppable enthusiasm! Official site: SonnyRadio.com/show Come play with us!
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Want to know the secret to lasting and fulfilling happiness? You've come to the right place! Sonny visits with Stan Peake, executive coach, business consultant, speaker and author of 5 books, including "Lasting Happiness is an Inside Job," the title of his popular TEDx talk. In this episode, Stan shares: How to go from a traditional job to a life o…
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JD Gershbein is an expert on all things LinkedIn. His company, Owlish Communications provides LinkedIn branding and advisory services to executives, leaders and entrepreneurs around the world. Listen, as Sonny poses the most asked questions by LinkedIn users. In this episode, you'll learn: -The biggest mistake people make on LinkedIn How to navigat…
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Listen as Sonny reaches into his radio archives to share one of his most treasured interviews with an American music icon: Bobby Vee. Their visit took place on Sonny's show at KMPC Radio in Los Angeles in 1974. Bobby shares his journey of being catapulted into the world of popular music and then looking back, a decade later, as he set out to reinve…
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In the early 1980’s my radio home was KMPC Radio in Los Angeles and it was my honor to lend my talents to the efforts of the Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services. It was at one of the annual Christmas parties for foster children that I had the pleasure of interviewing some of the stars who had come out for the event. In this episo…
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For 18 Thanksgiving seasons, it has been my honor to serve as an MC for a compassionate and joyful event, sponsored by the generosity Lana Duke and Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse in San Antonio. Each year, up to 100 children from the Roy Maas Youth Alternatives, a facility that provides comprehensive residential care and counseling services for children w…
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Daniel Gomez is an award-winning motivational keynote speaker, business coach, corporate trainer, and executive coach. He has over 20 years of experience in leadership development. He speaks at events around the world. Gomez is also the author of the international best-selling book You Were Born to Fly. The book is designed to inspire people to be …
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To say that Stephanie and Susannah Scheller are extrodinary entrepreneurs is an understatement! Stephanie is CEO and founder of Grow Disrupt, a company that produces next-level personal growth events that support small business growth. One of those events is the annual Grow Retreat, featuring world-class presenters. Susannah is the technology direc…
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Filmmaker - director, Andrew Gonzales shares his inspiring story with Sonny, telling what it took to become an award-winning filmmaking professional. Andrew also talks about his exciting new project, "American Sons," slated to air on PBS in 2024. About Producer / Director – Andrew Gonzales Andrew Gonzales is a documentary filmmaker, director and co…
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'S not every day that you get to dig deep into a little or never talked about subject: boogers. Children's author, Paula Schechter, has come up with a fun way to teach your little ones good nose manners by creating The Snot Monster! Don't be surprised, if after listening to this episode, you might discover your own Snot Monster. And, in case you do…
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Mateo Lopez began his professional career at age 4, earning him a designation in the Guinness Book of World Records as the World's Youngest Mariachi. After a chance meeting in San Antonio, Sonny was so inspired by his talent and story that he invited him to be a special guest and tell his story on the show. At age 8, Mateo has a clear vision of his…
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When multi-talented CJ Emmons left Houston for the West Coast to follow his dream at age 18, he had no idea of the adventure that awaited him. CJ shares his amazing journey with Sonny, filled with serendipitous opportunities, including landing a dream job as a Principle Singer on ABC TV’s “Dancing with the Stars.” You’ll learn why CJ has been turne…
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Grow Disrupt is the brainchild of super-entrepreneur, Stephanie Scheller. Stephanie helps businesses approach business differently (from mindset to implementation) in order to not just survive, but also thrive, working with businesses around the globe to help them flourish. One of the ways Grow Disrupt keeps members focused on what is important is …
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Izabela Lundberg has a rare combination of experience, education, and talent. Her energy, passion and engaging storytelling ability is nothing short of transformative. In this fascinating episode, Izabela walks us through a childhood filled with curiosity and a gift given by her grandmother that has led to a life of philanthropy and leadership. If …
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In this episode, Sonny reconnects with Pat Vegas, who, along with his brother Lolly began a musical journey that took them around the globe as the internationally acclaimed band, Redbone. Pat describes the night the band was discovered while playing at Gazzarri's on the Sunset Strip. You'll hear how a Pat and Sonny met, as a result of a unique nati…
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Steve O’brien is a professional voiceover artist, whose work has been heard on countless national commercials, narrations, audio books, station imaging, and more. He is the host of the Voice Over Hustle Podcast and his introduction to working behind a microphone came from many years spent in radio. During that time, he began doing freelance voice w…
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Lou Diamond is an energetic, humorous and inspirational speaker, business development strategist and performance mentor. For over 25 years he has delivered winning tactics that have increased results of leading performers from companies all over the world. He is the CEO of THRIVE, a company focused on helping brands become even more amazing through…
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Dion Flynn is a writer, speaker, improvisor, comedian, actor, and army veteran. You may have seen one of his over 100 appearances on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” Listen as Dion and Sonny talk improv, comedy, voice artistry and how to apply "The Improvisor's Mindset" to your daily life. Dion also reveals how he developed his most famous…
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Katie Chonacas is a globally outstanding Greek-American actress with over two decades of experience in the Hollywood entertainment industry. She began her career as a classically trained actor, model, poet, producer, painter, and philanthropist at an early age. After dominating in modeling, appearing on television, and working with famous stars in …
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Laura Wellington shares her life changing experiences and how she weathered the most difficult time of her life. Laura's joy comes shining through and I know you will be inspired by her strength, determination and love of life! Laura is a TEDx speaker, a successful media and technology entrepreneur, award-winning television creator, best-selling au…
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In her second appearance on the show, Stephanie Scheller shares her 5 year adventure, from leaving a high-paying job to growing one of the most successful small business retreat in the country. Not matter the size of your dream, Stephanie's courageous story is bound to inspire you to visualize, grow and disrupt! Stephanie also delivers a powerful b…
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I am beyond excited to have Joe Serio as my first guest of Season 3! Joe is a most entertaining motivational leadership conference speaker. We met at a National Speakers Association event in Austin and the more I learned about his impressive background, more intrigued I became. I invite you to eavesdrop on a conversation between two relentless opti…
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Great Performances: Johnny Mathis | Silvia Santinelli | Juan Ortiz & The Campanas De America | Laura Marie | Rick Lozano
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It's been said that on the stage of life, there is a great performance within us all. Listen as five of my friends and brilliant performers deliver just that. You'll hear award-winning, singer/songwriter, Laura Marie share a poignant song she wrote to comfort her husband while he was going through a rough time. Next, multi-talented speaker/singer, …
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What is it about the mere thought of standing in front of an audience of strangers that leaves most of us with high anxiety? Dr. Harry Croft is considered by many to be one of the world’s leading authorities on PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), having evaluated over 7,000 veterans during his career. Dr. Croft tackles what continues to be among…
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Kevin and Stephanie Mason are the hosts of the wildly popular podcast, Tell Us A Good Story and authors of You Met Her Where? - Our Journey of Healing Hope and Hot Wings. You’re about to hear their remarkable story of overcoming the challenges of an electrocution, a brain tumor, infertility and yes, even the big C! From the night they met to the ob…
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Did you know that your emotions create vibrations? It's true! Cheryl C. Jones is a speaker, author and mindset transformation coach. She works with successful individuals who secretly suffer from imposter-syndrome, self-sabotage and over-worry. If this sounds like you or someone you know, you'll want to hear Sonny's fascinating deep-dive into the w…
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Scott shares with Sonny, his ritual of writing positive affirmations every day for over 500 days. He calls it, "The Declaration of Success." The results are truly inspiring! There’s a reason they call him “The Change Energizer”--Scott Carley has the energy and the knowledge to get any organization moving! He takes a proactive approach to problem so…
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In this enhanced episode, we dive deep into the art of song recording, empowering aspiring musicians to create professional-quality tracks right from the comfort of their homes. Join us as we unravel the secrets of online recording, share expert tips from renowned artists, and demystify the technicalities that will make your music stand out in a cr…
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Rick Lozano is a motivational speaker, consultant, author and musician who combines his natural talents to help organizations get the results they need using the people that are already there. Rick brings energy, creativity, and passion to everything he does. It is my pleasure to introduce you to one of positive people I’ve ever met, my friend, Ric…
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Candace Woodson is an American singer-songwriter with a voice as beautiful as her soul. And, Candace is on a mission to encourage others to achieve a life of balance that fulfills dreams through the power of music. In this very special episode, Sonny discovers how her joyful heart has helped her face each day with genuine gratitude. Her story will …
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Carla Sutterfield and her band, Carbonlily creates and performs music that feels brand new. Moreover, you'll likely feel better for having heard their magical words and mind-soothing music. Carla's voice is pure and riveting. Listen as she visits with Sonny and shares how to turn a vision into a musical group. You'll also hear her story of how musi…
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Mitch Stephen has written or co-written over 100 songs. A musician and songwriter, Mitch Stephen won the Tejano Music Award’s “Crossover Song of the Year” in 2005 for “Who’s that Gringo,” co-written by Billy O’Rourke and performed by the multiple Grammy Award-winning group, David Lee Garza y Los Musicales. He is also a guru in the world of real est…
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Jenifer Lewis is an American original. Listen and be inspired by her love of life, overcoming personal challenges to become a major star in the world of comedy, television, movies, animation and Broadway. In this episode, Jenifer Lewis (star of ABC-TV's hit series, Blackish) shares with Sonny.. The moment, as a 5-year-old she knew what she wanted t…
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Sean Azzaro is a living testament to divine intervention! Listen to his remarkable story of coincidence (although, he believes there is no such thing) and amazing occurrences that will make your heart spin. Sean is the founding pastor of River City Community Church. He and his wife, Lauri, began the fellowship in their home with four other families…
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Congratulations to my special guest on this week's show, San Antonio jazz crooner extraordinaire, Ken Slavin, celebrating 30 years as a professional singer! Ken's music has been heard around the world and he has performed at hundreds of venues across the country, including New York's iconic Triad Theater. It's great to catch up with my longtime fri…
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Guest: Rick Varner is the director of the Scobee Education Center, located on the campus of San Antonio College in San Antonio, Texas, (named in honor former SAC student and NASA astronaut, Francis R. (Dick) Scobee – Commander of the Space Shuttle Challenger's final flight.) It is also the home of the Challenger Learning Center, designed to take yo…
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As his radio alarm clock went off one morning in March of 1985, Los Angeles radio personality, Sonny Melendrez, was awakened by the pure voice of a child singing the words, “We are the world. We are the children.” In his groggy state, he remembers thinking to himself, what an obvious idea: A children’s version of the worldwide anthem – We Are The W…
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My special guest on this week's show is Adam Tutor. Adam is a "mindfulness musician," children's educator and executive director of The San Antonio Sound Garden, an amazing organization dedicated to creating an educational music pipeline in our city and beyond. His album, Servant of Love, epitomizes his joyful spirit! Adam's career as a jazz saxoph…
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For over six decades, Johnny Mathis has captivated, entertained and inspired audiences around the world with his gift of song. Listen as he reconnects with Sonny to talk about his remarkable musical journey, humble beginnings, his secret to staying young and much more!توسط Sonny Melendrez
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Kathleen Bittner Roth is a best-selling historical romance novelist known to readers around the world. Listen to her inspiring story of how a personal tragedy opened the door to sharing her gift of writing eloquent, intriguing and uplifting tales. Sonny and Kathleen first met when appeared as a guest one morning on his KTFM Radio show in San Antoni…
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Anita Pointer is the genuine article. Her life and show biz career as a member of the famous Pointer Sisters has been a roller coaster of successes and tragedies. If you are looking for a reason to be inspired, look no further. Anita's enthusiasm for life, family and music comes shining through in her fascinating and amazing story! Show notes: Sonn…
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Quarantined! Jimmy Fallon, Adam Sandler, Neil Diamond, Paul Anka, Jim Gaffigan, Five Times August, Diana Sorbo, Bri Kelvin
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While we all do our part to stay safe at home in the era of Covid 19, many in the world of entertainment and beyond are using their gift of talent to bring comfort, encouragement and even laughter to the world. Listen, as eight well-known, and some little-known, very talented performers do their best to deliver their Gift of Talent! Our quarantined…
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Silvia Santinelli is a world class concert pianist, whose love of music began at age of seven, when she was taken under the tutelage of the late pianist and composer Robert Avalon to study and begin her musical career in the United States. At the age of twelve, she made her debut as a soloist with the San Antonio Symphony playing the Beethoven C Ma…
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In this inspirational episode, several of Sonny's past guests share their words of encourage at a time when the world needs it most. Louie Barrios lessons from the 2 most vulnerable days of his life Laura Marie's beautiful encouraging song for her husband The most important thing growing up in Red McCombs' life Olympic champion Josh Davis reveals t…
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Having high anxiety? You've come to the right place! My dear friend, Dr. Harry Croft, is an internationally respected psychiatrist who specializes in PTSD, (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), having treated over 7,000 patients during his career. My visit with him on this week's radio comes at a most needed time. Listen as Dr. Croft offers his positiv…
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Madalyn Mendoza, AKA Maddy Skye, is a proud San Antonio native and digital reporter for the San Antonio Express-News and MySA.com. She is prolific on social media sites, especially Twitter and Instagram. She is connected, vibrant and very approachable! Listen as Maddy reveals to Sonny her secrets of navigating the joys of life through social media.…
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Darrin Wylie is the wearer of many creative hats. His background as a military broadcaster, communications professional at USAA, TEDx San Antonio director and producer has given him the ability to become an expert in the art of storytelling. Listen as he shares his fascinating story with Sonny. You'll hear: The lunch that changed his life Why learn…
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Two time Grammy award winner, Rebecca Valadez visits with Sonny, sharing her inspiring journey to musical stardom beyond her wildest dreams. You'll hear.. How she landed an international TV commercial Her chance meeting with a hair stylist who suggested an audition that would change her life How she has dealt with an anxiety disorder all her life H…
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Sonny discovers the talent and brilliance of two superstars in the world of magic and music. Harris the III is a world class illusionist who presents live experiences that awaken wonder and change lives. His story goes beyond the world of magic and will inspire you to crush cynicism, choose wonder over worry, and discover a magical life beyond your…
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Patsy Torres is one of the most important and influential Tejano entertainers of our time. She has performed for live audiences of more than 100,000 people, appeared on national television for millions of viewers, and traveled all over the world winning countless awards for her musical talents and community works. What is, perhaps, most inspiring a…
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Regarded as one of the leading marketing experts in Hollywood, Dean McFlicker is a top-level television executive and international keynote speaker. At NBC, Dean is Senior Vice President and Creative Director of Live Events and Promotional Programming for the Original Production, Entertainment Marketing group. He is an award‐winning producer and d…
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