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Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guest: Psalmist Chad This week's show is titled "With a Little Help from My Friends - Significance Revealed," featuring guest Psalmist Chad. Tune in and hear Steve hand over the microphone to his beloved friend and spiritual companion, Psalmist Chad. In June of 2024, the Lord blessed Steve immensely when their mutual close friend, Lefford Fate, introduced them, knowing that it would be a divine connection. Psalmist Chad has honored Steve by requesting to guest on today’s show, which immediately follows the 500th milestone show, and to reveal the significance of Right Thinking with Steve Coplon for Steve and you, the listeners. This show will not only inspire you but also transform you. Steve Coplon and Psalmist Chad mark the podcast’s 501st episode by reflecting on the series' significance and the relationships that have shaped Steve’s life. Chad says life is guided not only by personal choices but also by God’s direction, and he emphasizes that people should recognize God’s love, even in seasons when they feel trapped, damaged, or overlooked. The conversation focuses on the importance of not being alone, with Chad describing how God places the right people into each person’s life and how the many guests on the show have contributed different kinds of wisdom. He also revisits Steve’s earlier story about driving under the influence as a warning about repentance and change, and he discusses abiding in Christ, remaining in love, and trusting God with the future. https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guests: Antonio Sadler This week's show is called "With a Little Help from My Friends – Antonio Sadler". Tune in and hear Steve continue the countdown to his 500th show with guest Antonio Sadler. When Steve got the call from Nina Staley asking if he would mentor Antonio now that he was out of prison, it marked the start of one of the most beautiful relationships of his life. Antonio has gone the full circle of incarceration to transformation. He has turned his life around and gives full credit to the Lord and to his family. Antonio’s life gives Steve’s life purpose. This show will touch your heart in a way that few things ever will. In this episode, we continue the countdown toward our 500th show with Antonio Sadler, looking back on the mentoring relationship that began after his release from prison and grew into friendship, faith, and Bible study. We discuss his transition to work and family life, including financial literacy, home responsibilities, and the use of prison workshop materials to help others. We also reflect on the strain incarceration placed on his wife and children and how the family worked to stay connected and parent together despite separation. Antonio shares how community support, second-chance opportunities, prayer, and encouragement helped him rebuild his life, and he discusses his current work and service, as well as a serious car accident that reinforced the value of family and time.   https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon. This week's show is called "Poco a Poco. Tune in and hear Steve celebrate the 250th episode of Right Thinking with Steve Coplon as he shares some reflections on how little by little one goes far. https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon. This week's show is called "Oh, What a Blessing!"  Tune in to hear Steve reflect on what a blessing his life is as he shares two letters from inmates he had the privilege of meeting along the way. It is really amazing how when you are working for the Lord, your life is so very beautiful!   https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Concentrating on Priorities | Episode #459 This week's show is called "Concentrating on Priorities." Tune in and hear Steve share his heart on what keeps him going every day. For Steve, it all comes down to knowing what is important and a deep commitment to serving others. It all starts with being thankful for each and every day that the Lord has blessed him with. In this episode, I explore the theme of prioritizing what truly matters, focusing on gratitude after Thanksgiving and the personal significance of this holiday in my battle with multiple myeloma. I share my tradition of sending heartfelt cards to loved ones, fostering meaningful connections, and reflecting on life's purpose through mentoring. Citing Marcus Aurelius, I emphasize the role of daily habits in character building and the impactful message of unity from "We Are the World." My goal is to inspire listeners to embrace their worth, act kindly, and cultivate a sense of community and gratitude. https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guests: Don Green This week's show is called "Stories About Napoleon Hill" with guest Don Green Executive Director/CEO of the Napoleon Hill Foundation. Tune in and hear Steve and Don, have a captivating conversation as Don shares stories, both personal and stories about Napoleon Hill,  author of Think and Grow Rich, one of the bestselling books of all time on the philosophy of personal achievement.   https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guest: Henry Smith This week's show is called 95 Years of Entrepreneurial Experience" with guest Henry Smith. Tune in and hear Steve and Henry, founder/owner of Smashers Burgers & Fries, have an engaging conversation on what it takes to operate a small business. With over 95 years of combined wisdom to draw from, Steve and Henry will benefit you greatly. Whether you are already in business for yourself, going to someday operate your own business, or just want to learn more about how to give yourself a better chance of success in your life, this show is for you. In this episode of Right Thinking with Steve Coplon, I speak with Henry Smith, the founder of Smashers Burgers and Fries. We explore the realities of running a small business in the food industry, drawing from our combined 95 years of entrepreneurial experience. Henry shares his journey into restaurant ownership, highlighting the importance of understanding costs and making strategic decisions. We discuss his innovative use of social media for marketing, focusing on video engagement to build brand awareness. Key themes include the significance of hard work, persistence, and customer feedback in enhancing the business. The conversation reflects on personal growth and resilience, emphasizing that the entrepreneurial journey is as crucial as the financial outcome. https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guests: Steve Forbes This week's show is called "You Gotta Stay Between the Lines Everyday" with guest Steve Forbes, owner of Master's Touch Barber School of Excellence. Tune in and hear Steve talk with Steve Forbes, the inspiration behind Right Thinking Foundation. Experience the incredibly powerful story of how he went from running the streets, went into prison and then turned his life around and became the owner/operator of a hugely successful barber shop for over twenty years and started a barber school. He turned his life around, so can you!   https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guests: Robin Casarjian This week's show is called "With a Little Help from My Friends – Robin Casarjian | Forgiveness." Tune in and hear Steve continue the countdown to his 500th show with guest Robin Casarjian. Robin is the  Founder & Executive Director of the Lionheart Foundation and author of the critically acclaimed book "Forgiveness: A Bold Choice For A Peaceful Heart".  Robin is one of the foremost experts in the world on Forgiveness. Bernie S. Siegel, M.D., author of "Love, Medicine & Miracles" and "Peace, Love & Healing," says this of Robin, "Robin Casarjian's book "Forgiveness" can help us find our path out of guilt, fault, blame, resentment and rage ...". You don't want to miss this chance to meet one of the most exceptional, caring, compassionate human beings in the world.  In this episode we speak with Robin Kassarjian, founder and executive director of the Lionheart Foundation and author of *Forgiveness, A Bold Choice for a Peaceful Heart*, about forgiveness, emotional literacy, and healing. We discuss how her work developed through stress training and private practice, and how anger, resentment, guilt, and shame can add to stress and make healing harder. We also talk about the Lionheart Foundation’s prison programs, including the National Emotional Literacy Project for Prisoners and *Houses of Healing*, and how they are designed to help people understand themselves, manage emotions, and take responsibility for change. Robin explains what forgiveness is and is not, and we also cover self-forgiveness, meditation, and practices that support emotional and spiritual growth.   https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guests: Don Green Tune in and hear Steve and Don continue their conversation on Napoleon Hill's Philosophy of Success. This week, they will talk about the Mastermind Group, one of Napoleon Hill's most powerful and foundational principles.  Don is the world's foremost expert on this valuable principle. It is one of both Steve and Don's personal favorites of Napoleon Hill's principles. After listening to this show, you will understand why and be ready to use it yourself to move yourself toward a lifetime of success.   https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guests: Don Green This week's show is called "Positive Influences." Tune in to hear Steve as he dedicates this show and the next two weeks to his good friend, Don Green, in honor of Don's 85th birthday, which was celebrated this past week. Steve shares some of the most important influences in his life leading up to Napoleon Hill, author of the masterpiece, Think and Grow Rich. This show will give you many valuable pointers, including the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people. https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guests: Richard Kay This week's show is called "With a Little Help from My Friends - Richard Kay. Tune in and hear Steve continue the countdown to his 500th show with guest Richard Kay. After interviewing Steve on his own international talk radio show, Richard said these words to Steve, “You’ve got to have your own show. I am going to find a network that will give you airtime.” That’s how Right Thinking with Steve Coplon got its start nearly 500 shows ago. Through his own podcast, Reflections on the Word with Richard Kay, Richard teaches the Word of the Lord with the deepest understanding, sharing his wisdom in a way that can only come from a man who possesses profound knowledge bestowed upon him directly from the Lord. You will love listening to Richard and know why Steve treasures his friendship so very much. In this episode we continue the countdown to our 500th show and speak with Richard K., a longtime friend whose support helped start the program. We reflect on how we met, our shared backgrounds in faith, ministry, teaching, and public speaking, and Richard’s contribution to our book on character and integrity. We also discuss obedience to the Lord, including seeking God’s direction, trusting Him, and accepting sacrifice when we do not know the outcome. Richard explains his podcast series "Reflections on the Word", including his teaching on spiritual warfare, deception, the fall of man, and Jesus’ victory over sin. We close by talking about faith, service, and discipleship, with emphasis on prayer, teaching, encouragement, and the value of friendship and family in our walk with the Lord. https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

This week's show is called "With a Little Help from My Friends" with Jeff Heiser. Tune in and hear Steve begin the countdown to his 500th show with an encore edition of Steve’s very first show with special guest, Jeff Heiser, the international radio personality, who gave Steve his start in radio on Success An Intentional Lifestyle! Nothing Happens Without You Taking The First Step. Jeff shares valuable tips on this show with Steve, such as “People don’t care what you know until they know that you care.” His wisdom has been invaluable to the success of Right Thinking with Steve Coplon. You don’t want to miss this show!    https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guests: Dr. Thomas Alberico This week's show is called "With a Little Help from My Friends – Dr. Thomas Alberico." Tune in and hear Steve continue the countdown to his 500th show with guest Dr. Thomas Alberico. Steve is incredibly honored to have Dr. Alberico, the doctor who has guided him through his 25-year journey with Multiple Myeloma blood cancer, offer a message of Love, Hope, and Encouragement on the topic “the Cure is Coming”. With over 40 years with Virginia Oncology Associates advancing cancer care, Dr. Alberico is far more than just a dedicated, devoted doctor. To Steve and thousands of other patients who have been blessed by this compassionate, caring, exceptional doctor, he is a Saint. Steve Copeland speaks with his longtime oncologist, Dr. Thomas Alberico, about 25 years of treatment for multiple myeloma and the progress made in cancer care. Alberico explains how he came to specialize in hematology and oncology, and he describes how newer targeted therapies and immunotherapies have changed the outlook for multiple myeloma compared with older treatments. They also discuss practical steps to support health during treatment, including getting enough sleep, exercising, avoiding smoking, and limiting alcohol and excessive food. Alberico explains the difference between chemotherapy and immunotherapy and says that cancer vaccines are being studied as part of broader treatment strategies rather than as stand-alone cures.   https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guest: Jim Stovall This week's show is called "With a Little Help from My Friends - Jim Stovall". Tune in and hear Steve continue the countdown to his 500th show, graced by Jim Stovall, the most extraordinary person Steve has ever had the honor and privilege of calling his friend. Jim is a man who possesses the wisdom of the ages. He is an incredible champion of the human spirit who has changed the world. Steve cannot be more thankful to have Jim with him to celebrate this momentous milestone in his life. Join Jim and Steve for a powerful conversation on Transitions. You will be inspired!   The episode marks Steve Copeland’s 500th show and features a conversation with Jim Stovall about gratitude, long-running friendship, and the role of mentors and listeners in his work. Stovall discusses how losing his sight led him to become a daily audio reader and eventually a writer, including the origins of books such as "Keeper of the Flame" and "Travels with Steinbeck". They also talk about the value of books, the importance of acting on knowledge, and how reading and meeting the right people shape a life. Stovall describes his weekly column process, reads and discusses his poem “Cornerstones,” and reflects on his article “Transitions,” which focuses on change, discomfort, and personal growth. https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guest: Donna Coplon This week's show is called "With a Little Help from My Friends - Donna Coplon". Tune in and hear Steve continue the countdown to his 500th show by honoring his wife, Donna Coplon, who, more than any other person in his life, is the reason that he is here today. They have been through so much together. Proverbs 12:4 says that “A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband." Donna is the greatest blessing in Steve’s life. You will be inspired by Donna’s strength and love for the Lord.   In this episode, we honor Donna and reflect on her role in Steve’s life, his health journey, and the work of the Right Thinking Foundation. We discuss marriage, caregiving, the foundation’s beginnings in business consulting and prison ministry, and family support in that work. We also talk about Donna’s faith, her daily habits of Bible reading and prayer, and the verses that guide her through hardship. The episode includes a conversation about downsizing our home and adjusting to a new season, as well as care for family, church, and community. In the second half, we focus on listening and healthy communication. We share ideas about understanding, respect, and being present in marriage, parenting, grandparenting, and mentoring, and we close with the reminder that listening is part of love and strong relationships. https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guest: Dave Richards This week's show is called "With a Little Help from My Friends - Dave Richards". Tune in and hear Steve continue the countdown to his 500th show by honoring Dave Richards, the man whom Steve thanks for taking him under his wing and doing all of the heavy lifting to get Right Thinking Foundation off the ground. Dave has stayed with Steve since the beginning, over 14 years ago, to help Steve reach thousands of people who need a helping hand to move their lives forward. It is one of the greatest blessings and good fortunes in Steve’s life to be Dave’s friend. It is a pleasure for Steve to share Dave, a great humanitarian, with you today. In this episode, we continue our countdown to our 500th show by looking back at our long collaboration with Dave Richards and his early support in helping us start the Right Thinking Foundation. We talk about our shared prison visits and the work of preparing people for reentry through job training, interview skills, mentoring, and practical support. We also hear Dave reflect on his upbringing, the values shaped by his parents, and the influence of quotes like “The Man in the Arena” and “Desiderata.” He explains his view of success as a step-by-step process built on planning, consistency, humility, and willingness to take honest work. Finally, we discuss his work with Concursive and the Connect platform, which helps people build communities, action plans, and accountability around issues such as reentry, food insecurity, autism support, and working with Gold Star families. He closes with advice to prepare, stay humble, avoid workplace drama, and keep going with help from others. https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guests: Steve Forbes This week's show is called "With a Little Help from My Friends - Steve Forbes". Tune in and hear Steve continue the countdown to his 500th show by bringing on Steve Forbes to deliver a powerful message of hope to all those who need a second chance in life. Steve is an incredibly remarkable man who turned his life around nearly thirty years ago and is the inspiration behind Right Thinking Foundation. Steve (Forbes) changed the life of Steve (Coplon), and hearing his powerful testimony will change your life too! In this episode, we reflect on how our friendship began and how it led to prison visits, mentoring, and the work of the Right Thinking Foundation. We discuss the meaning of “You Gotta Stay Between the Lines Every Day” in terms of discipline, responsibility, and staying on a steady path. We also share Steve Forbes’ story, including his early involvement with drugs and crime, his prison sentence at 19, and the structure he found through Bible study and prison ministry. After returning home, he built his life around church, family, and daily discipline, and we talk about how his barbershop and barber school are meant to support and mentor returning citizens. We close with testimony from people connected to the shop and with Steve’s encouragement to people who are still incarcerated to stay hopeful and ask for help. https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guests:  Don Green This week's show is called "With a Little Help from My Friends - Don Green". Tune in and hear Steve continue the countdown to his 500th show by honoring Don Green, who served as Executive Director and CEO of the Napoleon Hill Foundation for over 26 years. Don is a man who has helped millions make the world a better place and has also helped each of them be thankful for having the opportunity to help make a difference in someone else’s life. Hear Steve share how Don made a difference in his life as Don helped him launch a new career in the nonprofit sector when Steve founded Right Thinking Foundation. Don's stories and wisdom will make a difference in your life as well. In this episode, we honor Don Green, former executive director and CEO of the Napoleon Hill Foundation, and reflect on his long support for our foundation and radio work. We discuss how he introduced us to people, books, interviews, and projects that helped shape our work, and we read tributes from his 80th birthday that highlight his generosity and his habit of looking for ways to help others. We also share our own tribute, including our first call to the Napoleon Hill Foundation, his encouragement, our visits to Wise, Virginia, and his support for our prison and financial literacy work. We close by noting that we will next replay an early 2017 interview with Don about stories related to Napoleon Hill. https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guests:  Marty Einhorn (Posthumously). This week's show is called "With a Little Help from My Friends - Marty Einhorn". Tune in and hear Steve continue the countdown to his 500th show by paying a heartfelt tribute to his dear friend, Marty Einhorn. Marty was a person who lived every day to make the world a better place. He was to all who knew him a living Saint. In February 2021, the world lost an exceptionally beautiful person to COVID after a courageous fight with cancer. Hear Steve, expressed through the words of family and friends, share the life of Marty, whose life is the blueprint of how a truly good life should be lived. In this episode, we continue our countdown to our 500th show with a tribute to our longtime friend Marty Einhorn. We reflect on his life, his family, his career, and the many ways he tried to make the world better. We also talk about his role in building his accounting firm and his commitment to clients, associates, and the community. We discuss his support for nonprofit work, education, the arts, medical research, and social justice, along with the recognitions he received. Much of the episode focuses on his personal life, including his marriage to Susan, his sons Will and Jay, his granddaughter Charlotte, and his extended family. We also remember his love of music, jazz, and UVA basketball; his optimism during illness; and the kindness and mentoring he showed to others. https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guests: Chuck Christie This week's show is called "With a Little Help from My Friends –  Chuck Christie." Tune in and hear Steve continue the countdown to his 500th show with guest Chuck Christie. Chuck is the founder/president of New Dominion Media Group, helping to spread the Word of the Lord across the globe. Chuck is the producer of Right Thinking with Steve Coplon and the publisher of "From the Lip to the Hip", Steve’s powerful book on Character and Integrity. Chuck has been a source of strength and encouragement, helping Steve live his life’s purpose. This show will inspire you to stop wasting precious time and start to live a life with purpose. We continue the countdown toward Steve’s 500th show by speaking with Chuck Christie about how our work together began, his role in producing the program, and his background in media, publishing, and podcasting. We also discuss how his recording setup led to the launch of the radio show and how it later expanded to other platforms. We talk about producing Reflection on the Word with Richard Kay, War and Victory, and the importance of sharing scripture and messages that encourage faith and spiritual readiness. We also discuss Chuck’s newer work, the Heritage Briefs from Morningstar Ministries, which covers the history from the Great Awakening through the Revolutionary War, the Declaration of Independence, and the Constitution, and up to the challenges our country faces in modern times. We also reflect on purpose, service, encouragement, and the support of family and friends. Chuck shares his view that the kingdom’s currency is love, and we close with a discussion of friendship, faith, and helping carry one another’s burdens.   https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guests: Robin Casarjian This week's show is called "With a Little Help from My Friends – Robin Casarjian." Tune in and hear Steve continue the countdown to his 500th show with guest Robin Casarjian. Robin is a Humanitarian of the highest order, a Selfless Altruist, a Champion of Human Welfare and Dignity. She is deeply devoted to helping those in distress. Robin believes in the enormous potential within all people. Robin “adopted” Steve and was there for him, as a friend and a mentor, when his burning desire was to dedicate himself, as she has her entire life, to helping underserved people who had fallen through the cracks of society. Robin agreed to be a guest on this show - "If we get to the important points that are important for your listeners." After listening to this show, you will agree with Steve when he says that "Robin is the most beautiful person that he knows." In this episode, we speak with Robin Kassarjian, founder and executive director of the Lionheart Foundation and author of *Forgiveness, A Bold Choice for a Peaceful Heart*, about forgiveness, emotional literacy, and healing. We discuss how her work developed through stress training and private practice, and how anger, resentment, guilt, and shame can add to stress and make healing harder. We also talk about the Lionheart Foundation’s prison programs, including the National Emotional Literacy Project for Prisoners and *Houses of Healing*, and how they are designed to help people understand themselves, manage emotions, and take responsibility for change. Robin explains what forgiveness is and is not, and we also cover self-forgiveness, meditation, and practices that support emotional and spiritual growth.   https://www.talknetworkradio.com/hosts/right-thinking

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