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- Emmy Award winning journalist Kate Sullivan travels to meet some of the world's most brilliant and creative minds at their absolute favorite restaurant.
- Starbucks' trademark green and white logo is in 28,000 stores around the world, but the story of how it all started and the lessons learned along the way are remarkable. Iconic CEO, Howard Schultz takes us to his favorite Seattle restaurant Mamnoon, for his take on the heart and soul of his company and his future mission in the world.
- At Giordano's Deep Dish pizza, Jason Mayden tells us why this Chicago comfort food staple is also symbolic of why he loves this city and how it fueled his imagination and dreams. He believes the perceived negative aspects became strategic advantages for him in business and life, helping him design the Nike Air Monarch for Michael Jordan and eventually starting his own company.
- As one of Fortune Magazine's "Most Promising Entrepreneurs" Leila Janah started a non-profit with $14,000. Her goal to reduce global poverty by putting people into jobs where they could earn a living wage led to Samasource. In San Francisco at the Samovar Tea House, she shares why healthy food is the fuel she needs to continue her mission of ending world poverty.
- When Jim started his mattress business in Houston, Texas he had $5,000 and a pickup truck. Now, he has a furniture empire through his "wacky ads" and gregarious personality. But it was an act of kindness that shined the international spotlight on Jim, as he opened all of his stores to displaced residents, during Hurricane Harvey. We lunch at the Lopez Family restaurant to hear his story.
- Spanish born chef José Andrés achieved his American dream by creating a restaurant empire that stretches around the globe. Recently Jose's efforts re-focused on philanthropy when Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico. Jose and his team landed and started cooking to eventually feed a million people. At Bodega 1900 in Barcelona, Spain, we explore life and the simple flavors of Spanish tapas.
- Jessica Alba, already a successful Hollywood actress, never dreamed she would face rejections and disbelief in her abilities to bring The Honest Company to the public. Currently valued at more than a billion dollars, Jessica speaks of her commitment to eco-friendly, sustainable, and recognizable ingredients, over chicken wings at Night + Market restaurant and why this company is just the beginning.
- Emily Giffin did a career U-turn and pursued her dream of being a writer. Her ability to write complex, fascinating and flawed characters has landed her on the New York Times best-seller list and garnered her a cult-like following of devotees. At her favorite Seafood restaurant in Atlanta she talks about the anatomy of a best-selling page-turner.
- Norman Lear is the creator of such legendary sitcoms as All in the Family, Good Times, Sanford and Son, The Jeffersons and many more. Norman has been instrumental in the success of many Hollywood professionals, yet his biggest contribution is the discussion his work has sparked. Norman takes us to his favorite restaurant in LA, Crossroads, to talk about what makes a great meal and a great TV show.
- Kavita Shukla holds four patents for a product that extends the life of produce. After a trip to native India, she developed a recipe that would stop the spoilage of food. Her work is revolutionizing the world's food supply especially in the poorest pockets of the globe. Kavita takes us to Great Sage restaurant to talk about how her invention the beginning of a world changing empire.
- Kathryn Minshew started her website, TheMuse.com, to help people find the perfect job. She started with one person in her living room and she has grown the company to 50 million visitors every month. At Izakaya Nomad, in Manhattan, Kathryn explains how she took "a great idea," raised millions of dollar in capital and created the premier destination for Millennials to find jobs.
- As the Inventor and CEO of Spanx, Sara became the youngest self-made billionaire in the world. With no fashion experience and no business degree, her story of grit, persistence, and problem-solving is one of the most interesting business stories of our time at Umi in Atlanta, GA.
- From a wealthy Singaporean family, Kevin Kwan attended college in Houston, before he wrote "Crazy Rich Asians" a best-selling novel and hit film with the first all Asian cast in 25 years. Kevin, named one of the most influential people in the world, talks about creativity and his long road to success. At Crustacean, Beverly Hills, CA.
- Writer/Director of hit movies, "The Sixth Sense" and "Unbreakable", M. Night Shyamalan's excels at "scaring the living daylights" out of moviegoers, but has had careers highs and dramatic career lows. Night dishes on walking on the creative cutting-edge and what he hopes his legacy is in life and film. At Vetri Cucina, Philadelphia, PA.
- At 11 years old, Gitanjali Rao was inspired to invent a device Flint, MI residents could use in their homes to check water safety. This invention won national and international awards. Gitanjali shares her thoughts on innovation and creativity, and inspires us all to look more closely at big world problems. At Hacienda Colorado, Denver, CO.
- Columbia, Harvard and Juilliard educated, Katori Hall switched careers from actress to playwright. Her play, The Mountaintop, about the night before Martin Luther King's assassination, won her the Olivier Award for Best New Play. Katori shares her creative mission: to be a voice for the marginalized voices in America. At Miss Lillies, NYC.
- Erik Weihenmayer became the first blind man to summit Mount Everest. He shares his journey from outdoor-enthusiast to sought-after motivational speaker and what it means to live a life with "No Barriers" the non-profit he created which works directly with people who are disabled mentally or physically. At The Sherpa House, Golden, CO.
- Blake Mycoskie founded TOMS shoes because he saw impoverished neighborhoods around the world needed shoes and defined "social entrepreneur." His "one for one" business model has been copied and recreated by many. Blake shares the soul of an entrepreneur and the project that has re-ignited his spirit. At the Snake River Grille, Jackson Hole, WY.
- New York Times best-selling author Deepak Chopra is a medical doctor by trade but is best known for his teachings on greater consciousness, mental wellness and physical well-being. Deepak shares how he brings an idea to execution through the power of the mind. This enlightening conversation is nourishing for the mind and spirit. At ABC Kitchen.
- Jake Wood, a former Marine, used his military experience to create Team Rubicon as he relates in his book "Take Command: Lessons in Leadership." Over burgers, beer and cheese curds, Jake talks about his passion to put Veterans back to work and harness their military training to help those in disaster areas. At Wando's, Madison, WI.
- Ashley Longshore, a Louisiana based painter and gallery owner creates art reflecting American Glamour and consumerism. With millions of fans and celebrity followers, Ashley marches to a different beat. Over Indian flavors, Ashley talks creating Art and how she believes Art can truly change the world. At Saffron NOLA, New Orleans, LA.
- Author and podcast host Jay Shetty talks about how to live a truly happy and meaningful life.
- PeaceWorks creator Daniel Lubetzky's KIND Foundation gives profits from his company to fund philanthropic ventures.
- Misty Copeland talks about her journey from homeless youth to becoming the first Black woman principal dancer in the American Ballet Theatre's (ABT) 75-year history.
- Entrepreneur Mark Cuban talks about growing up in a middle-class family in Pittsburgh and becoming a self-made billionaire.
- Author, speaker and television host Mel Robbins reveals her everyday advice to live a life with purpose and courage.
- PayPal co-founder Kimbal Musk's love of cooking inspires him to become a restaurateur, food advocate, and philanthropist.
- Speaker, author, and founder of Hollis Co. Rachel Hollis cites her recipe for success and achieving balance at work and home.
- At age 22, Michael Tubbs becomes the youngest member of the Stockton, California City Council, then becomes the youngest mayor of an American city at age 26.
- Television writer and producer Phil Rosenthal, creator of "Somebody Feed Phil," talks about the hardest part of creating a television series.
- Dancer Payal Kadakia, creator of ClassPass, talks about the setbacks she experienced on her way to success and her vision for her company's future.
- Fawn Weaver, CEO of Grant Sidney and Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey -- the only American spirits brand with an all-female executive team.
- Author Simon Sinek talks about his vision to help a new generation "find their why" and the source of meaning and purpose in their professional career.
- Skier Lindsey Vonn discusses her long and winding path in the world of skiing and the Lindsey Vonn Foundation.
- Reshma Saujani, creator of Girls Who Code, talks about her passion for helping girls learn STEM and obstacles she faced on her way to success.
- Author Robert Reffkin, founder of Compass, talks about his online real estate technology company and why his focus will always be helping people find their definition of home.
- Former FBI hostage negotiator Chris Voss, founder of The Black Swan Group, teaches everyday tactics to win at negotiations in business and life at Georgetown University and USC.
- Professional surfer and author Bethany Hamilton.
- Master gardener Ron Finley, founder of the Ron Finley Project in South Central Los Angeles.
- Elizabeth Smart, founder of the Elizabeth Smart Foundation, is a child safety advocate and activist for the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act, Amber Alert system and sexual predator legislation.