There is no one-size-fits-all roadmap for a successful life or career. No silver bullets. No guaranteed formulas. What The Mentors Radio show offers instead is something far more valuable—real conversations with people who have lived, stumbled, endured and risen to find meaning, purpose and success in their own way.
Now well into its ninth year on air and ranked in the Top 5% of all podcasts globally by Listen Notes, The Mentors Radio is broadcastlive, then archived as a podcast available 24/7 worldwide. The program is hosted by Tom Loarie, a pioneering healthcare CEO and mentor to many, and Dan Hesse, former Sprint CEO and a member of the Wireless Hall of Fame. Each week, Loarie and Hesse talk with extraordinary individuals from all walks of life who share their personal stories and professional insights to help listeners navigate life’s challenges, transitions and opportunities.
Real-world, First-hand stories, challenges, successes, failures and learnings
Over the past 12 months, The Mentors Radio has featured a remarkable lineup of guest mentors – some well-known, others quietly extraordinary. Guests have included CEOs, entrepreneurs, scientists, athletes, educators, artists, diplomats and everyday heroes, all offering lessons that transcend their industries and speak to the human journey.
Just a few of the voices you may have missed:
- Jerome Bettis, NFL Hall of Famer, opened up about breaking the cycle of isolation in locker rooms and how mentorship shaped his life.
- Mother Dolores Hart, the Hollywood starlet who kissed Elvis and later chose a life of contemplative faith, revealed her quest
for peace and purpose. - Dr. Gladys McGarey, the 103-year-old “Mother of Holistic Medicine,” shared her six secrets for a life of health, joy, and meaning.
- Greg LeMond, a legendary cyclist, talked about recovering from trauma and battling for integrity in his beloved sport.
- Marc Andreessen, co-founder of Netscape and VC giant Andreessen Horowitz, looked ahead to how AI is transforming everything.
- Dr. Tammy Ma, a lead scientist at Lawrence Livermore, inspired with her work in nuclear fusion—a beacon of hope for clean energy.
- Daniel “Rudy” Ruettiger, whose against-the-odds story became the hit movie RUDY, spoke about grit, perseverance, and the power of belief.
- Annie Duke, former poker champ turned decision-making expert, offered tools for knowing when to quit – and why that’s often the smartest move.
- Lt. Col. Peter Smith, USAF (Ret.), recounted surviving a harrowing F-16 crash and the mindset training that saved his life.
- Jeff Karp, Harvard-MIT biomedical innovator, shared his toolkit for overcoming ADHD and living a high-impact, purpose-driven life.
Diversity of Paths. Shared Commitment to Purpose Greater than Self
Each of these on-air conversations reveals something essential: there is no single path to success – but there are guiding principles, personal stories, and life-tested tools from which anyone, from any background, can adapt and draw strength.
Guests have included people of faith and of science, entrepreneurs and engineers, heads of state and sole proprietors, from former U.S. Vice President Dan Quayle to Google’s Neil Hoyne, and from emotional intelligence expert Dr. Travis Bradberry to renowned composer and talent-spotter David Foster.
These guests have talked about everything from self-deception, humility in leadership, and AI’s role in business… to building connection, facing addiction, transforming cultures, and recovering from personal loss.
Why Listeners Keep Coming Back
The Mentors Radio isn’t about celebrity – it’s about authenticity. It’s about hearing from people who’ve weathered storms, taken risks, made mistakes, and found a better way forward.
These voices inspire, challenge, and offer hope when it’s needed most. Whether you are a young professional, a business leader, someone in transition, or simply a lifelong learner—there’s wisdom here for you.
Tune in Saturdays or on any podcast platform. Be inspired. Be informed. And maybe, be changed.
RADIO BROADCAST & STREAMING AUDIO
Listen live or live streaming 2 pm (Pacific) and a repeat at 10pm Saturdays on the SALEM Radio Network in the San Francisco Bay Area on KTRB AM860 or throughout the rest of the world on iHeart Radio and TuneIn Radio. You can also listen anytime, anywhere on your favorite podcast platform or at www.THEMENTORSRADIO.com
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