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Host Shannon Skinner speaks with the Queen of Surfing, Veronica Grey, about her environmental documentary The Worst Shark Attack Ever, which is introduced by Leonardo DiCaprio and includes The Cure, her innovative shark repellent gear, and her book 'Healthy, Wealthy and Wise on healthy living. In the second half, Shannon interviews registered dietician, Orange-county based Jessa Nowak about the proven secrets to weight loss.

Host Shannon Skinner speaks with Periscope strategist and expert, Florida-based Cathy Hackl, about the future of live streaming, and benefits and tips on using the new social media tool, Periscope, to get your message out; and Jenise Lee, a social entrepreneur who is helping consumers make better decisions on purchasing beauty and personal care products, with her new organization that certifies clean products, CertClean, based in Toronto.

Host Shannon Skinner speaks with women's health expert, Dr. Karin Ulstrup, about her international work and especially in Mali around female genital mutilation, and her unique program educating medical students to prepare them for creating fulfilling lives; and Cynthia Horvath Garbutt, executive director for the Global Health Initiative (GHI) at Chicago Lake Shore Medical Associates, and serves as the fund’s director for Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, about their cutting-edge initiative to advance global healthcare. Both are based in Chicago.

Host Shannon Skinner speaks with two authors of popular memoirs and advocates who are using their personal stories to transform lives. Shannon's guest are Marina Nemat, author of the best-selling memoir Prisoner of Tehran; and Rona Maynard, journalist and author of My Mother's Daughter, and former editor of Chatelaine magazine.

Host Shannon Skinner delves into the topic: going into business with family and making it a success, with special guests Elaine Froese, an award-winning author, speaker and farm family coach, and farmer; and Caroline Granger, president/CEO, the Grange of Prince Edward County Vineyard and Estate Winery, whose business partner is her daughter, Maggie.

On today’s show, we’ll be talking about princesses, fairytales, and creating a global movement. In the first half-hour, host Shannon Skinner speaks with Dr. Amelia Case about her new book series about the modern kind of princess, aimed at empowering girls. In the second half, Enette Pauze, a partnership broker gives us some insight on fostering partnerships for anyone interested in launching a global movement.

How do we build a future of esteemed youth - and why is it crucial? Host Shannon Skinner speaks with Dr. John Demartini, a world-renowned specialist in human behavior, a researcher, author and global educator; and Tylaine Duggan, award-winning founder of Youth Day Global, an international festivals initiative to empower and celebrate youth.

Host Shannon Skinner speaks with travel industry expert Ajay Tandon, CEO, Canadian Travel Services, and Vikas Abbott, Managing Director, Vasco Travel, the leaders in travel to India based in Delhi, about travel industry trends and why you should consider traveling to India.

We will be talking about the mind/body connection, ancient wisdom and healing, with special guests: world-renowned mind-body connection expert and new york times best-selling author, Dr. Joan Borysenko; and Monika Burwise, author and co-founder, Global Awakening Institute.

Host Shannon Skinner interviews beauty expert, Vian Sharef, who is the director and founder of Dermedix Laser Clinic, about the secrets to beauty and anti-aging.

Host Shannon Skinner speaks with guests Rev. Darcelle Runciman, ordained minister, founder of Infinity Centre wellness retreat, and magazine publisher, about Metaphysics and healing. And Reeti Mishra, born and raised in India, who now lives in Toronto with her husband, about life as a diplomat and living in many place around the world, Hinduism, and why forgiveness is something we all need to practice.

On this premiere episode of SHANNON SKINNER LIVE, host Shannon Skinner and guests delve into celebrity activism, what it means and how it impacts the social good. Shannon's guests are Dr. Samita Nandy, Director, Centre of Media and Celebrity Studies (CMCS), and cultural critic on fame. And Dr. Carolyn Harris, royal historian and author of Magna Carta and Its Gifts to Canada, who is a regular media commentator on history and royalty. Both are based in Toronto.