Someone Is Sitting In The Shade Today Because Someone Planted A Tree A Long Time Ago with Boyd Melson - #207

Donna talks with Arwa Shikari, Founder of Root and Ritual. Arwa Shikari is the founder of Root & Ritual™ (@therootandritual.co), a brand focused on wellness, nature-rooted products, and mindful living. Described as "designed for your reign," the brand promotes rituals, breathwork, and stillness.

Donna talks with Annette Carmichael the founder of PeerSip. Annette Carmichael is a Rockford, Illinois-based inventor, mother of four, and full-time clinical assistant professor at the University of Illinois Chicago who created PeerSip. PeerSip is a "germ-free" or "no-backwash" 40oz sharing cup designed for families, featuring customizable lids with 2–4 spouts and one-way valves to prevent backwash, allowing parents and children to share drinks hygienically.

Donna chats with Brooke Bills the Director and Creator of “Letting Go”. Brooke Bills is a CEO, producer, and the creator of "Letting Go," a project described as a new reality TV series. Based in Tulsa, OK, she is also involved with EightyEight Productions and My Podcast Lab. She also talks to Adien Sharpton, Brody Tedesco, Kari Tedesco, Stefanue Pitt, Brody Pitt, Latori Carter, Skyler Carter and Maddon Feamster.

Donna chats with John Mason ESQ. Entertainment Lawyer and author of “Crazy Lucky”. Most lawyers aren’t like John Mason. Then again, most lawyers don’t do what he does. For decades, John Mason has been a confidante, meditator, gladiator and last line of defense for some of the most visible (and talented) artists in the world; from Brian Wilson and Roy Orbison, to Reba McEntire and the Jackson Five, to Quincy Jones, Shakira, and his dear friend of over forty years, Olivia Newton-John. In Crazy Lucky, he tells their stories from his perspective, and shows us what it means to truly have someone’s back.

Donna sits down again and talks to Evan Hirsch, Fashion Designer Evan Hirsch is a 25 year old fashion designer, entrepreneur, TV personality, stylist, make up artist, and content creator from New York. He is most known for his transforming dresses, under the name EvanHirschFashion on TikTok, where he posts for over 484,000 fans. His designs have been viewed by over 65 million worldwide viewers and have captured celebrity attention by the likes of Kim Petras.

Finally, Donna sits down and talks with Boyd Melson, Boxer, Veteran, Spinal Health Advocate. Boyd’s impact extends beyond the boxing ring; he has served as a mentor at the Steve Harvey Youth Mentorship Camp and has been recognized in prestigious publications such as The Wall Street Journal and Sports Illustrated. Even after retiring from professional boxing, he remains a passionate advocate for spinal cord research and mental health, serving as an Ambassador for various organizations, including the WBC and GIVE AN HOUR.