Heather Rovet is a Toronto-based real estate professional, author-in-progress, and public advocate known for her resilience and her commitment to empowering women impacted by manipulation and abuse.
Her life changed when she became involved with a charming, calculated con artist — a man later exposed in the Amazon Prime documentary ROMCON: Who the F**k Is Jason Porter?. Through uncovering the truth, Heather gained an unfiltered look into how emotional predators weaponize trust, distort reality, and even manipulate the criminal justice system to evade accountability. Instead of retreating, she stepped into advocacy, offering clarity and courage to others facing similar harm.
Today, Heather blends her professional background with lived expertise to speak about love-bombing, coercive control, digital-age deception, and the often overwhelming experience of navigating justice as a victim. She is currently writing her first book, which blends memoir and psychology to illuminate how manipulation happens — and how to reclaim your power on the other side.
Her mission is to ensure that no woman feels alone, ashamed, or powerless in the wake of manipulation — and to empower others to trust their instincts, reclaim their voice, and rebuild from a place of strength. She lives in Toronto with her rescue dog, Tommy, whose spirited Cairo origins remind her daily of resilience and second chances.
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Peter Gunn is a U.S. Air Force veteran, avid bodybuilder, coffee connoisseur, lead guitarist for the international band The Angellics, and a poet dedicated to reviving the epic literary traditions of the past. His life has been shaped by defining experiences—from a childhood near-death encounter at age seven to navigating morbid obesity and serving as an altar boy, where he began to notice the shortcomings within the Roman Catholic Church.
After honorably serving 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, Peter became a father in 2010, which ignited his passion for introducing his daughter to classic poetry. Recognizing the absence of feminine representation within the traditional hero’s journey, he began writing The Amazons and developed LLP (Linked-Lyrical-Poetry), a modern poetic form that brings new energy to epic storytelling.
When the Covid-19 pandemic hit in 2020, Peter felt called to create the Sigma Squad graphic novel series—an accessible, visually driven narrative inspired by ancient Gnostic Gospels and aimed at awakening readers to deeper truths.
In early 2025, Peter joined forces with musicians from Germany to form The Angellics. Their debut album, Hazing Hades, was released on August 17, 2025, marking a bold new chapter in Peter’s artistic journey.
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Nicholas Adkins is just a guy in a kilt who rides a pink furry bike and whose dog is a real live teddy bear.
Grateful to have shared the pinksocks story at TEDxSanFrancisco!
Author of PINKSOCKS: How a Pair of Socks Became a Symbol of Love and Connection. Get your copy today! https://pinksocks.life/book/
Follow him on Bluesky @nickisnpdx #pinksocks and on Instagram @nickisnpdx & @pinksocks.life #pinksockslife
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Jasrah Bay is a lifelong community voice shaped by her experiences growing up in Los Angeles during the Civil Rights Movement. From witnessing the Watts uprising as a child to participating in student-led marches after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., her early life was deeply connected to the fight for justice and dignity. Guided by her family’s teachings of love, respect, and faith, Jasrah continues to speak on the importance of honoring history, building cross-racial solidarity, and nurturing compassion across generations.
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Hollis Peirce, a dedicated advocate and insightful commentator on disability issues, lives with congenital muscular dystrophy. Through personal experiences, Hollis has turned a powerful platform for change. Equipped with a master’s degree in history from Carleton University, Hollis brings a deep understanding of societal dynamics to both public speaking engagements and as the host of the podcast “Twenty-First Century Disability.” This podcast explores how the modern world is reshaping societal perceptions of disability. Hollis’ outstanding work in disability advocacy has been recognized with a Meritorious Service Medal (Civil Division), inspiring and influencing conversations around accessibility and inclusion.
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Bobbi Barrington is a speaker, storyteller, and transformational coach who rebuilt her entire life in her 60s.
After 26 years in the wrong marriage, 40 years in the wrong career, and 59 years in the wrong body, she made a radical decision that changed everything. She chose truth, authenticity, and herself. And she has been rewriting her destiny ever since.
Bobbi brings a rare perspective to the microphone. She has lived as a man and she has lived as a woman. She has moved through fear, reinvention, loss, and rebirth. Her story is not intended to be about about gender, rather, it is about humanity, courage, emotional intelligence, and the power we all have to change our lives, create a new destiny, at any age.
She opens minds. She unlocks potential. And helps people tell a better story about who they are and be excited about who they can become.
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Steven Scott Eichenblatt is a graduate of Florida State University and the University of Florida College of Law. A practicing attorney with Page and Eichenblatt, and father of five, he has spent over thirty years advocating for children as a pro bono guardian ad litem and representing families of first responders killed on 9/11. He lives with his wife, Melissa Ross, in Orlando, Florida. Check out his website to learn more about him and his work: www.stevenscotteichenblatt.com
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Martin Henson is the founder and executive director of BMEN, a nonprofit focused on building real support systems for Black men—mentally, emotionally, and culturally. He’s not just talking theory; he’s in the trenches helping Black men navigate the weight of racism, mental health struggles, masculinity, and everything that gets pushed aside in mainstream conversations.
With a background in mental health counseling, project management, and years of community organizing under his belt, Martin brings a rare mix of honesty and intellectual clarity. He’s the kind of person who can break down systems, speak on healing, and challenge the way we think about manhood, race, and power—all without sounding like a professor talking at you.
Whether it’s therapy, conversation, or community support, or just what Black men need to survive and grow, Martin brings a sharp, grounded, relatable voice to the mic.
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Ashley Magana is a full-time mama, dedicated entrepreneur, and creative powerhouse who believes in building a beautiful life from the inside out—and on paper! As a Financial Services representative, she helps individuals create a sturdy financial roadmap for the future. On the creative side, she uses her photography skills to capture moments and her passion for crafting to create. She also loves helping clients unlock their best selves through wellness and beauty products with MONAT. With a background blending Business, Human Resources, and Fine Arts (Victor Valley College), she approaches every client relationship with a holistic and detailed perspective.
Sara Alessandrini is an Italian filmmaker and social commentator based in Los Angeles, and the creator of the docuseries "This Is What New Yorkers Say". The series examines the resignation of former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, exploring media coverage and conversations with everyday New Yorkers, while raising broader questions about politics, society, and public discourse.
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Evan Jaqua is a successful International Business Development specialist, with an immense range of personal and work experiences in multiple countries. Fluent in several foreign languages, the ideas that form the basis for the Solutions Party come from having seen the world from multiple perspectives. He has concluded that this is a critical time in history, and urgent reform is needed so that our country can not only reverse its alarming decline but most importantly achieve its potential based on freedom and prosperity.
Check out what Evan has to say by clicking on the following link.
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Al Kushner is an award-winning author, LinkedIn Growth Strategist, and sought-after keynote speaker. With 30+ years of professional experience, Al specializes in helping financial advisors, CPAs, realtors, and business leaders build thought leadership and generate qualified leads through AI-driven LinkedIn strategies. His bestselling book, The AI LinkedIn Advantage, has transformed how thousands of professionals leverage AI to optimize their presence and drive measurable results. As host of the AI Authority Edge podcast and a trusted business coach, Al combines cutting-edge AI insights with actionable frameworks that audiences implement immediately.
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Christina Kezar is passionate about serving her community and creating meaningful connections across the Bay Area. She works as a Clerk for the City of Richmond Superior Court, where she helps ensure accessible and efficient public service. Outside of her court work, Christina brings her energy and creativity to Off the Grid as an Event Coordinator and supports fan engagement for Oakland Roots SC—bridging people through shared experiences in food, culture, and sports.
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Jim Marshall is a polymathic intellectual who has devoted over 50,000 hours to the study and practice of multiple dimensions of human development. He received a classical education at a Jesuit Military School, was accepted into engineering school while still a junior in prep school, and attended college on academic scholarship. He graduated college with a Bachelor of Science cum laude. While still an undergraduate, he began the study of “alternative” Arts and Sciences which today would be described as Transformational and Holistic. Eventually, he became a professional practitioner and, after 28 years of formal education, had a long career as a Human Development Engineer. He has successfully worked with hundreds of clients, and is the inventor of Septemics and several consciousness-expanding systems. His areas of expertise include psychology, philosophy, theology, parapsychology, science, engineering, mathematics, law, literature, history, music, organization, metaphysics, military science, political science, physical culture, human potential and education.
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In this episode we are joined by Amy Acosta and her daughter, Fiona. Amy is a dedicated troop leader with the Girl Scouts, where she empowers young girls to discover their voices, build confidence, and develop entrepreneurial and leadership skills. Through her guidance, Amy helps her troop learn the value of teamwork, service, and community engagement—instilling in them a lifelong commitment to making a positive impact. Passionate about nurturing the next generation of changemakers, she believes in creating inclusive spaces where every girl can thrive, dream big, and see herself as a leader.
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Recruiter. Program Manager. Financial Coach. Facilitator. Site Director. While Brian Luis has worn many job titles in his 15+ years in the Bay Area nonprofit sector, his passion for service to others has remained the same. A self-proclaimed forever optimist, he tries to find joy in a work that often can feel hopeless. Luckily, he's always been able to find it whether developing future leaders in community, working for justice-impacted individuals, or building talent pipelines for non-traditional talent.
Father. Husband. Filipino-American. Dreamer. Videogamer. Logophile. Brian's personal life is just as varied as his professional journey. His world view is shaped by growing up in very different (and yet similar) places from rural Philippines to the city life in the Bay Area. Through it all, he lives his life centered on three values - to leave this world a better place, to find joy in whatever he does, and to experience what life has to offer.
Reymundo Juan Armendariz is a longtime activist and organizer in the Chicano/Mexicano/Latinx community and co-founder of Community Agency for Resources Advocacy and Services (CARAS), a culturally based organization serving the South Santa Clara County. Reymundo has worked in the nonprofit world for 27 years providing youth justice advocacy, mentorship and services as well as housing and immigration rights and cultural awareness programs. Reymundo was a “movement baby” born to a 1960’s Chicana feminist activist and a formerly imprisoned “state raised” father incarcerated during the prison gang wars of the 1960’s. He is currently the Executive Director of the community organization he founded, CARAS, now in its 14th year of operation.
Kristina Robertson is a confessional spoken word performer, writer, and producer in Santa Clara, California. She has competed in 2 national poetry slam competitions. Her work has appeared in Overachiever Magazine, a digital platform giving a voice to all AANHPI Women and was published in Chopsticks Alley Art’s “Asian American Healing: A Nature Walk Guide.” Her first full length book of confessional poems titled “Getting Out of My Head … with Poems from My Heart” will be available this October. Through her work with Chopsticks Alley Art, she helps to promote Southeast Asian art and provide platforms for artists to showcase their talent all while sharing her love for art and poetry with her community.
Alexander Sing is a Chinese cisgender little man in Oakland, California, with chronic health conditions and multiple disabilities. He enjoys communicating with friends and family. He works at the Center for Independent Living in Berkeley, a nonprofit organization that supports individuals with disabilities and older adults in achieving independence. He also has a Bachelor's and Master of Arts degree in Multimedia Communications and an Associate's degree in American Sign Language. Follow him to learn more at https://linktr.ee/asing87
Sam Castle is a certified Trauma-Informed Coach and the founder of Be You Do You Coaching, where his mantra is: “You don’t need permission to be who you are.” He lives in sunny California with his wife, Vanessa, and their fur babies, Hershey and Snicker.
A transgender man, Sam is passionate about authenticity, kindness, and personal growth. After years of self-reflection, he began his gender transition at 36 and has since dedicated his life to helping others heal from trauma and embrace their true selves. With 13+ years of experience in mental health, Sam’s trauma-informed coaching centers on Freedom, Faith, and Empowerment.
Sam was recently accepted to the University of the Pacific and will be pursuing a Master's degree in Social Work to deepen his impact. He is committed to uplifting his community and inspiring others to live fearlessly and authentically.