David Newman (@DNewman on Twitter) returns to talk with host Craig Price about his new book DO IT Marketing. It only took 87 episodes, but David returns with his new book Do It! Marketing: 77 Instant-Action Ideas to Boost Sales, Maximize Profits, and Crush Your Competition. The two talk about why following up can be a huge time drain, how to train our friend and colleagues to give us referrals (there’s even a format!) and why we need to stop using marketing techniques that don’t even work on ourselves!

Do It! Marketing is a quick read with the underlying premise is that “only action creates results.”

Packed with do-this-now ideas to attract, engage, and win more customers and clients, this book reveals how to:

• Avoid “blah, blah, blah” marketing
• Use magnetic marketing strategies that pull—not push—qualified decision-makers into your world
• Get noticed
• Position yourself as an expert
• Become the obvious choice in your market
• Do social media right
• Learn to speak prospect language about prospect problems
• Get a steady stream of referrals
• Identify and focus on high-payoff activities
• Cultivate and leverage enthusiastic advocates
• And more

You can find the book at www.doitmarketing.com/book and David also shares some cool bonuses at www.doitmarketing.com/book-bonus

Go listen to his podcast DO IT! Marketing with David Newman

Alan Cerny (@NordlingAICN on twitter) makes his annual pilgrimage to give his 2013 summer movie preview with host Craig Price. The two cover lots of ground as they talk about Warner Brothers inability or outright refusal to follow the Marvel Studios blueprint for comic book movies, the lack of the word “zombies” in the marketing of World War Z, Craig’s arch-nemesis Hugh Jackman and how excited Alan is to see Pacific Rim.

Movies covered include (reviews will be added as the films are released!):

This Is The End
Man of Steel
World War Z
Monster University
White House Down
The Heat
Despicable Me 2
The Lone Ranger
Pacific Rim
R.I.P.D
The Wolverine
Elysium
Kick-Ass 2
The Worlds End

Be sure to catch all of Alan’s reviews (not previews but actual thoughtful reviews!!) at http://aintitcoolnews.com

Crystal Washington (@Cryswashington on twitter) joins host Craig Price to talk about her new book “The Social Media Why”.

Listeners of the podcast are quite familiar with Crystal Washington and her expertise in social media (check out episode 48!) and now she’s written a book  for businesses owners, executives and other professionals, who may be intimidated by or uneducated about the reason the use of social media is imperative to business and career success. Craig asks about social media strategies, dealing with online comments (especially the negative ones) and why, when dealing with “followers”, it’s quality vs. quantity.

More importantly, Crystal will be having a book signing this Sunday, June 9th, 2013 from 3:00-5:00 PM at The Microsoft Store (Galleria), 5015 Westheimer Rd., Houston, TX 77056. You can pre-order via her website http://crystalwashington.com/socialmediawhy/ and when you pick it up at the Microsoft Store, she will sign it for you! Easy Peasy!

You can learn more about Crystal at her website http://CrystalWashington.com and order her book on Amazon!

Marnie Green (@MarnieGreen) talks to host Craig Price on how to have painless performance conversations with employees. We all know that having to address employee issues can be a bummer. It can be often awkward, sometimes heated, and usually painful in some way. Marnie sought answers to this problem with her latest book “Painless Performance Conversations: A Practical Approach to Critical Day-to-Day Workplace Discussions“. The two discuss finding opportunities to reinforce your expectations and message, dealing with the smelly guy 3 cubicles over and what to do when an employee get defensive over potential problems. Employee performance conversations don’t have to be painful nor confrontational. Don’t believe me, check out the book! Painless Performance Conversations will help you to lead conversations with confidence and create a culture of workplace accountability.

Marnie Green can be found at http://www.managementeducationgroup.com and you can learn more about her book at
http://www.painlessperformanceconversations.com

Mark Rodgers (@Mark_Speaks on Twitter) checks in with host Craig Price to talk about persuasion. Persuasion can be a mysterious thing, some people come by it naturally, others work hard at it yet never gain influence over anything. But like any skill, it can be learned, honed and maximized effectively…if you put in the time. Mark show Craig how credibility, language and process can combine to become persuasion. And all in an ethically oriented manner. (It’s true!!) 

Mark and Craig will be presenting at the PMI Madison Professional Development Day on May 16th, 2013. Craig will be giving a 2 hour interactive session on negativity, Mark will be presenting the lunch keynote “Persuasion Matters” as well as an additional session in the afternoon. Past guests Michael Redmond and Gina Abudi will be presenting as well. It’s a content packed day awaiting Madisonites (or are they Madisonians?) project managers! Online registration is closed but walk-ins welcome. Bring a colleague for walk in registration and you each get one Free Chapter Meeting Pass! Also, Craig explains how to get a free copy of his book “Half a Glass: The Realist’s Guide” when you attend his session (Starting at 9:15am). 

Learn more about Mark Rodgers at his website http://www.persuasionmatters.com

Mike Domitrz (@DateSafeProject on twitter) of the Date Safe Project joins host Craig Price to discuss Teen Dating. No dating advice here, not for the teens anyway. Mike and Craig try and help parents talk to their kids about sex, porn, dating and intimacy. You read that right, Craig is talking about all those things, which is why podcasts are great for covering up blushing hosts. Times have changes since Craig was a teen (back in the 80′s) and parents need more help than ever. With the Date Safe project, Mike is taking his message of respect, consent and boundaries to teens across the world. But we all know proper attitudes start at home and with the parents.  Mike offers helpful tips for getting kids to talk to them about sex, mistakes parents make when giving “the talk” and clearing up some common misconceptions. If you have tweens or teens, this is a must listen for you.

The Date Safe Project, Inc. - http://www.thedatesafeproject.com – provides parents, educators, educational institutions, students, military installations, community organizations, state agencies, faith-based institutions, and federal government resources, educational materials, and programming addressing consent, healthy intimacy, sexual education, sexual assault awareness, bystander intervention, and support for sexual assault survivors. 

Ben Neiburger (@GenerationLaw on twitter) talks with host Craig Price about estate planning. No one likes to talk about dying or the death of a loved one, but as America ages, it is becoming more important each day to make sure your affairs are in order. Ben and Craig talk elderly parents, what happens to assets when only one spouse has their name on it, how to prepare for the future and when. They also talk about not only making sure you know what to do with your finances but also what to do if you are incapacitated.

It can all be gone in an instant and leaving the burden of navigating the legal system while grieving can be overwhelming. It’s never too soon to think about the future, the what ifs and making sure your loved ones are taken care of if the worst happens.

Ben Neiburger not only is an expert on Estate Planning, his practice at http://www.GenerationLaw.com covers all aspects of elderly care, will and trust administration as well as estate and guardianship litigation.

Roger Courville (@RogerCourville on Twitter) connects with host Craig Price to discuss Virtual Presentations. With the rise of the internet (sounds like a cheesy action movie!) social media and mobile technology, more and more presentations are coming off the stage and being created online. Roger and Craig talk about some of the growing pains of webinars and it’s ilk, how to get audiences attention when they’re not in the room and how to create more interaction via these programs. Roger answers some loaded questions submitted by loyal listeners and tries to show that even though some virtual presentations may be painful to experience now, don’t blame the tools, blame the presenters. He also offers some tools for presenters who offer online presentations as well as insights on which are more effective than others.

Roger can be found at http://www.thevirtualpresenter.com 

Michael Krause (@SalesSense on Twitter) talks to host Craig Price about sales prospecting. It’s no secret that to make sales you need to find people who will buy from you. But who do you contact? How often? When does it cross the line from persistence to the awkward unwanted advances of a stalker? Michael has made it easy with his book “Smart Prospecting That Works Every Time!: Win More Clients with Fewer Cold Calls“. Michael set out a process with Craig on “touch” frequency since prospecting isn’t just calling on the phone, but could be direct mail, email, passenger pigeon (if you have the budget)…pretty much any way you can get your service or product in front of potential buyers. And while sales prospecting can be a numbers game, Michael really gets to the heart of the issue when he talks about following up, something most people don’t do or do poorly. They also talk about how too many sales prospectors ruin the experience for your potential buyers and what you need to build trust. If you’re a new or even an experienced sales person, this podcast has something for you.

Michael can be found at his professional website http://www.MDKRause.com. 

Ed Opperman with Opperman Investigations, joins host Craig Price to discuss digital forensics. Digital forensics is the recovery and investigation of information found in digital devices and Ed’s company does just that. The world is full of sneaky people and not all of them are out doing the right things. Be it infidelity, cyber stalking or even email hacking, it often takes professionals like Ed to gather the digital evidence hidden away in smartphones, emails accounts and hard drives. Craig and Ed discuss how much information can be recovered from erased phones, how even people like the CIA Director David Petraeus can get caught, how Al-Qaeda communicates on free email accounts and even how crazy ex-girlfriends (or boyfriends) often hack into computers not to find evidence but to plant evidence! Yes, relationships can lead to some crazy, impulsive and possible illegal actions. Thankfully, Craig doesn’t have to worry about that with his wonderful and caring wife (she is listening, right?) 

Ed has also invented a method of Internet infidelity investigation that traces a persons email address to online dating personal ads, dating sites, social networks, porn site, cam site and escort site memberships. You can learn more about Ed at  http://www.EmailRevealer.com 

Quinn Barrett (@QuinnBarrett or twitter) opens host Craig Price’s eyes to the world of digital publishing.  Quinn is the host of the All Thing Digital Media podcast and co-founder of Wise Bear Books, a digital media project management company specializing in getting independent authors and content creators out into the marketplace. She and Craig cover a lot of ground including the technical aspects of eBooks, formatting, why Craig’s book “Half a Glass: The Realist’s Guide” and all its footnotes are stopping it from being digital and even some marketing goals like “What is your book for? Profit or exposure?”. Quinn also talks about the growing advancements in digital books becoming more interactive with video and links. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg!

Quinn is also promoting the Wise Bear Digital Book Awards. The awards are open to the independent writing and publishing community at large. Entry is only open until April 30th so head over to http://www.wisebearbooks.com/awards and enter your written masterpiece today! Finalists will be announced on June 1, 2013. All award winners and honorable mentions will be announced live during a nationwide webcast tentatively scheduled for Saturday, June 29, 2013. So don’t wait!

Patrick Allmond (@PatrickAllmond on twitter) checks in to set host Craig Price straight about Internet marketing. Internet marketing is more than just social media. Sure that’s a big part of it, but as Patrick explains it’s also email lists, web pages, pay-per-click ads and more. Patrick focuses on using analytics, utilizing squeeze pages (or landing pages is if you prefer) to get conversions versus just plain old web traffic and how to utilize keywords for both search engine optimization and YouTube videos.

As per usual, Craig is marketing adverse, especially when it comes to the internet and social media, thankfully Patrick brings a real grounded approach toward internet marketing, readily admitting there are some suspicious people (Craig calls them weasels) out there calling themselves experts. Patrick offers practical advice to all people regardless of how familiar you are with marketing, webdesign or the internet in general.While Patrick and Craig cover lots of ground in this podcast, it really is just the tip of the digital iceberg.

If you want to learn more about Patrick or his internet marketing consulting practice, go to http://www.allaboutfocus.com  and check out all the great resources he and his firm has to offer. 

Eliz Greene (@ElizGreene on Twitter) returns to talk about her new venture as a Speaker Tactician.

She offers insights, speaker strategy, and if necessary professional nagging! Eliz  and host Craig Price talk about the need for master mind groups, how to put a master mind group together (hint: Eliz can help!), what makes a good speaker website (pretty is okay but it better get you WORK!) and the most important need of all personal accountability.

Eliz Greene will keep you on course, on schedule, and consistent with the speaker you are on the platform.  She delves deep into your business to provide insight on what you may miss because you are so busy working your business.  More than a speaker coach with a cookie cutter plan for you to follow, Eliz provides individualized insight and attention as well as crafting facilitated mastermind groups to propel your success.

She’s so good at speaker strategy and branding that I had to tell people:

“Eliz Greene was of immeasurable value while creating my book “Half a Glass: The Realist’s Guide”. She didn’t just proofread it and offer grammatical changes. She pointed out highlights, suggested deletions but more importantly gave her reasons for each. I was expecting a few notes yet she had a thorough nine page document that shaped the final product so it was aligned with my business and brand. She’s kind but direct, thoughtful and whip-smart. I would recommend her without hesitation to any who want to improve their business, marketing materials or products.”  - Craig Price

Eliz’s speaker tactician services can be found at http://www.GoodSpeakerSite.com 

Bill Patti brings his polished show-bizy vocals to the podcast to talk to Host Craig Price about using your voice to fit your lifestyle needs.

Bill uses his award winning radio and TV experience to talk about breathing (Craig’s been doing it the wrong way!) controlling your voice so you can control a listener (like hypnosis only completely and utterly different), glottal fry (not to be confused with the Eagles Glenn Fry) and the vocal differences between accents and generations. If only there was a way to convey all this information to you (SPOILER – it’s your mouth!)

Improving your voice can improve your self-esteem, how people perceive you and how successful you will become. Bill Patti coaches people from all walks of life. You can learn about him, his services and purchase his 2 CD set called “Presenting Your New Voice-Voice/Speech Communication Skills For The 21st Century” that features 100 minutes of exercises at  his website http://www.Yourvoiceprofessor.com

Steve Rizzo (@AttitudeAdj on twitter) visits the podcast to talk about his new book “Get Your Shift Together”. Host Craig Price and Steve talk about their experiences doing stand-up, the fear of success and when people put their happiness on hold. A National Speakers Association Hall of Fame speaker, Steve also talks about his time with Rodney Dangerfield, how accomplishment doesn’t equal happiness and why we need to keep a positive attitude if we want to shift toward success.

You can learn more about Steve’s book “Get Your SHIFT Together: How to Think, Laugh, and Enjoy Your Way to Success in Business and in Life” at Steve’s website http://www.SteveRizzo.com 

Author Jan Carpman (@JanCarpman on twitter) finds her way to the podcast to help define ‘wayfinding” or in English: The ability to find ones way.

Navigation can be tough enough when you’re trying to find an office building in a large downtown area but it can get real dicey when the GPS is telling you to take a long drive off a short pier (literally!!).

With Jan’s new book (co-authored with Myron Grant) “Directional Sense: How to Find Your Way Around”  she helps people of all ages and all skill levels.  Host Craig Price and Jan talk “Nature vs. Nurture”, do men ever ask for directions and how does navigational tools like GPS affect older people.

So grab your sextants and compasses, find a nice quiet spot to sit and listen (Google maps can help!) and learn how navigation (or wayfinding) can be a developed skill.

More information about Jan’s book can be found at http://www.directionalsense.com

A new season of Reality Check with Craig Price returns with Ain’t it Cool News Alan Cerny (@NordlingAICN on twitter) to talk about their 2013 Oscar predictions.

They cover the 2013 Oscar nominees for Best Actor/Actress, Best Supporting Actor/Actress, Best Director and Best Picture, giving their picks for who will win and who should win (they’re not always the same thing!)

Check back on the 24th to see how Craig and Alan’s 2013 Oscar Predictions do.

Host Craig Price pops his head in for a brief announcement about the newly designed website at RealityCheckPodcast.com, how the show’s newsletter is changing, where you can find the podcast: Spoiler Alert – go to iTunes, Facebook, Twitter and now the show is on Stitcher.com!

Craig is looking forward to a great new season with great new (and familiar) guests and we hope you are too!

New episodes start February 19th!!

Alan Cerny (@NordlingAICN on Twitter) returns to highlight the 2012 Holiday Movie season with Craig. They talk Cloud Atlas, Lincoln, Skyfall, The Hobbit, Jack Reacher and more! It’s the last podcast of Season 2. Enjoy and see you in 2013!

Catch all of Alan’s reviews under his pen name Nordling at AintitCoolnews.com

Orangutan Outreach (@redapes on Twitter) Executive Director Richard Zimmerman joins Craig to celebrate Orangutan Caring Week! The two don’t monkey around when the talk about the plight of the orangutans. From the destruction of their habitat to illegal pet trade, orangutans have the chips stacked against them. Thankfully, Orangutan Outreach is there to help.

Please donate to this worthy cause by going to http://redapes.org and giving generously.

Laura Wilson (@lovecoachlaura on twitter) talks to a confused and scared Craig about dating. Being married, Craig is lost when it comes to dating in today’s world but thankfully Laura is here to talk smelly feet, Rock/Horror Musicals and online dating.

Laura is offering a free dating profile evaluation at her website http://www.transitionswithlaura.com

Robert Siciliano (@RobertSiciliano) – cyber security expert and now half-marathoner – joins Craig Price to talk about computer security. The internet is a strange and dangerous place, so Robert and Craig discuss ways to protect your identity online, personal responsibility (something Craig HATES!) and securing your cell phone from wannabe thieves. You may just quit the internet altogether after listening to this and join the Sentinelese (Google them).

Robert can be found at his self-named website http://www.RobertSiciliano.com

Steve LaNore (@SteveLanore on twitter) dispels some meteorological myths with Craig. Despite Craig’s disdain for some of the tactics used by TV weathermen, Steve (a working North Texas TV Meteorologist!) talks the truth about Heat Index and Wind Chill, do green skies mean tornadoes and why the forecast can change so rapidly. Steve also talks about his new e-book “Weather Wits and Science Snickers” available on Amazon.com.

You can also find Steve’s book on Facebook http://www.facebook/weatherwits

Mike Dilbeck ( @ResponseAbility on twitter ) joins Craig to discuss Mike’s Response Ability Project. Bystander behavior is very common but Mike and Craig discuss how to breakout of standing by and doing something. Together, they cover issues like racism, cutting, are police and fireman heroes and that’s just the start.

You can find out about Mike and the Response Ability Project at http://www.RAProject.org

Greg Kozera joins Craig to discuss his new book “Just the Fracks, Ma’am: The TRUTH about Hydrofracking and the Next Great American Boom”. While this topic has recently become controversial, it’s actually been a process in use for quite a while. Greg answers Craig’s questions on water safety, earthquakes and reminds everyone to not take everything you hear at face value…including modern day documentaries.

You can learn more about Greg’s new book at http://justthefracksbook.com/

Arin Reeves (@ArinNReeves on Twitter) educates Craig on Inclusion. The two cover politics, arranged marriages, generational issues as well as Arin’s new book “The Next IQ: The Next Level of Intelligence for the 21^st Century Leaders”. Both Arin and Craig will be at the Association of Legal Administrators Region 2 conference in Atlanta this September 28^th and 29^th.

You can find Arin and her book at http://www.thenextIQ.com

Barry Elms calls in to talk negotiations with Craig. Barry explains that negotiation is more than just talk money and explains his 5 elements and 6 strategies to negotiating while Craig tries to understand that not everyone just “pays list or leaves”! See Craig and Barry at the Association of Legal Administrators Region 2 conference in Atlanta on Sept. 27th.

Barry can be found on LinkedIn and his own website http://www.BarryElms.com

Aidan Crawford (@AidanCrawford on twitter) joins Craig to discuss marketing books in today’s world. Be it on kindle or on a bookshelf at Barnes and Nobles (are they still open??) Aidan offers Craig some tips and ideas on how you can market a book, especially if it’s NOT about vampires or spanking. Be it giving it away piece by piece, making videos for YouTube or using LinkedIn groups, there’s something in here for every author.

You can find Aidan via his company website http://www.shortcircuitmedia.com.

Brian Walter (@thebrianwalter on twitter…not the other one but @THEBrianWalter) comes to Houston and sits down with Craig to talk about audience engagement. They cover sarcasm, barriers and the odds of surviving! Despite all that it’s actually an engaging positive discussion that any presenter will learn from.

You can find more about Brian at his self-titled website http://www.brianwalter.com!

Anastasia Turchetta (@anastasiaRDH on twitter) returns for the podcast’s annual dental health check-up. She explains dental health connections to sleep apnea, migraines, TMJ while also talking to Craig about the size of his airways and different methods of pain management.

Look for Anastasia on her Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/AnastasiaRDH and her YouTube channel http://www.youtube.com/AnastasiaRDH for her Wednesday’s Hump Day Happenings!

Stephanie Vance (@advocacyguru on Twitter) visits Craig while at the National Speakers Association convention in Indianapolis and chats about Lobbyists. They talk about Stephanie’s new book “The Influence Game “, what lobbyists actually do and how you can use their tactics (the ethical ones!) to be more influential in your own life.

Stephanie can be found at http://www.AdvocacyGuru.com and you can get her new book at http://www.TheInfluenceGame.com

Jessica Pettitt (@jesspettitt on Twitter) returns to enlighten Craig on sexuality and genders with her new project “ I Am Safe Zone ”. She goes over her fantastic training program, understanding ignorance, defining the “gay agenda”, identifying stereotypes and prejudices while Craig tries his best to keep up with big college words like “hetero-normative”. She also offers a great discount for the listeners!!

Learn more at http://www.IAmSafeZone.com

Michele Payn-Knoper (@mpaynknoper on twitter) sits down and talks advocacy and agriculture. Craig asks her about those online secret videos that pop-up on the news, animal hormones and how much time and care is put into the animals that live on farms nationwide.

Michele can be found at http://www.CauseMatters.com

Get a free resume assessment at Melanie’s website www.resume-evolution.com

Thom Singer (@thomsinger on twitter) returns to prep Craig on his networking skills for this year’s National Speaker Association’s Annual Convention (#NSA12). Thom is in for a tough time as Craig prefers not meeting new people, being alone and driving strangers away with his snarky wit. Thom explains some of the bad habits both new and veteran attendees fall into and how to make the most of any conference or meeting.

Thom is known at the “Conference Catalyst” and can be found at www.ThomSinger.com.

Rick Limpert (@rickroswell on Twitter) host of “The Tech of Sports” and Yahoo! Sports writer talks cool new gadgets with Craig. They get into sock that don’t sweat, golfing advancements and some of the latest apps for health and fitness. Craig gets winded just thinking about it!

Find more about Rick at RickLimpert.info and listen to “The Tech of Sports” at http://netcaststudio.com/tech-of-sports/

Cindy Maher joins the podcast to talk about something Craig finally has a clue about: Multi-Generational Workforces! From fresh-faced Millennials to never-retiring Baby Boomers, the two discuss how to get 4 generations in the same environment to work together. Cindy (along with her business partner Carol Grannis) will be presenting this topic on June 25th at the IPMA-HR Eastern Region Conference in Hyannis.

Cindy and Carol can be found at http://leadingedgecoaches.com/.

Alice Waagen, PhD (@AliceWaagen on Twitter) talks to Craig about delegation. Not only do we learn about why we need to delegate and share work to build better teams but we learn Craig’s bronchial medication makes him forget big college type words. Serves him right for trying to sound smart! Alice will be at the IPMA-HR Eastern Region conference presenting on June 25^th.

You can learn more about Alice at her company http://www.workforcelearning.com/

Wally Hauck (@wallyhauck on twitter) offers up some insight into feedback. Feedback can be a landmine for many, especially if you’re not comfortable giving it to others, so Wally and Craig talk about various types of feedback, the difference between feedback and criticism and some tools to give the right kind of feedback. Wally and Craig will both be presenting at this year’s IPMA-HR Eastern Region conference June 25th-27^th.

For more information on Wally you can offer up feedback (and criticism!) at http://www.wallyhauck.com

Alan Cerny (NordlingAICN on twitter) returns for his annual summer movie preview. Craig and Alan talk Prometheus, The Dark Knight Returns, The Amazing Spider-Man, Rock of Ages as well as Pixar’s Brave and other greats flicks due out this summer. Alan even gets Craig to reluctantly talk about the Expendables 2 and GI Joe. If you’re going to the movies, listen to this podcast first.

As always, Alan can be read at Aint it Cool News under the name Nordling.

Special Agent Orlando “Orly” Munoz sits down with Craig at the FBI (yes, THAT FBI) Houston Division’s headquarters to talk about being a G-Man or G-Woman. Since Craig’s only frame of reference is TV and movies, he talks to Orly about how someone can become an agent, what the FBI does and what exactly is their jurisdiction. They also touch upon drugs, kidnapping, serial killers, Craig’s lack of a weapon and why Houston is a hotbed for almost all the crimes the FBI concentrate on.

Michael Redmond takes a chance and talks to risk management with Craig. The last in a series highlighting speakers for the PMI-Rochester Professional Development Day on May 24th, Michael explains the importance of identifying potential problems every company face yet often don’t want to think about.

You can find more about Michael Redmond at http://www.redmondworldwide.com

Anthony Mersino talks to Craig about “ soft skills ”. They talk about feelings (no…no crying), empathy, interacting with strangers and new people. You know, things Craig has no ability to talk about. They also discuss how to become more self-aware, understanding self-confidence and being more authentic.

Be sure to attend the PMI-Rochester Professional Development Day on May 24th and if you can’t attend but want to learn more about Anthony, visit his company’s website at http://www.projectadvisorsgroup.com

Maria Matarelli (@mariamatarelli on twitter) calls in to discuss her Agile Management program she will be presenting on May 24th at the Project Management Institute-Rochester Chapter’s Professional Development Day. While Craig’s limited knowledge of Agile is more than obvious, he does manage to get some understanding on Scrum, Velocity and thanks to Maria, invent Smokey and the Bandit Management.

You can register for the May 24th PMI-Rochester PDD at http://www.pmirochester.org and you can learn more about Maria at http://www.bevilledge.com/maria or connect with her via LinkedIn.

Lois Creamer can help speakers build their business at http://www.bookmorebusiness.com

Crystal Washington (@Cryswashington on twitter) joins Craig to discuss afroPuffs…yes afropuffs, being harassed by the TSA, tornado helmets and most importantly social media. With so many platforms popping up it can get confusing very quickly. Crystal talks platforms, strategies and maybe social media isn’t something you don’t need to be on every second of everyday.

Crystal can be found at her own website – http://www.crystalwashington.com

Dr. Michael Nuccitelli talks cyberbullying with Craig on this week’s Reality Check. Be it texting, tweeting or trolling facebook statuses, “The Nuche!” as Craig gleefully calls Michael, discusses why kids bully, how to identify if you child is bullying or being bullied and introduces his new iPredator Protected membership based advisory services that works to protect, advise and educate online users, their families and businesses.

You can find out all about it at www.ipredator.co (no “m”!)

Arnold Richie, long time Houston realtor, joins Craig in a more locally based show than normal. Craig asks the hard hitting questions like what is a short-sell, why are agents even necessary and most importantly: do you have to disclose ghosts? Arnold patiently answers Craig’s dumb question with poise and insight.

You can also go to Arnold’s second love Upstage Theater to get tickets to fantastic live shows as well!

KK Robbins (@kk_robbins on twitter) discusses with Craig how we lie to ourselves. Responsibility and accountability rear their ugly heads as KK explains to Craig how we lie more to ourselves than to others. This leads Craig to doubt himself ever more. Who knows, he could be lying to himself RIGHT NOW!

Learn more about KK Robbins and her book “Life Lessons of a Liar” at http://www.kkrobbins.com/

Gina Abudi (@GinaAbudi on twitter) talks to Craig about Project Management. Since Gina is the current president of the Mass Bay Project Management Institute, who better to explain about what project management is, how it can be applied to small business and how important risk management is to any project.

You can learn more about Gina at her aptly named website http://www.ginaabudi.com.