Is your book club ready for a powerful journey through grief, courage, and mystery?

In this episode of Moments with Marianne, we dive into a lively book club discussion about Caretaker by R.J. Halbert — a supernatural thriller that’s captured readers’ hearts across the country. 

Winner of multiple book awards, this fan-favorite blends mystery, suspense, and unforgettable storytelling that keeps readers turning the page wondering what will happen next. 

Tune in as Marianne explores why this story resonates so deeply with book clubs and what makes it such a standout read.

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A Book Club Favorite: Discussion of the Award-Winning Novel Caretaker by R.J. Halbert

Did you know that one in five adults skip filling their prescriptions because of cost, and many may be missing out on valuable savings and benefits they didn’t even know they had? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Pharmacist Joshua Fredell, Senior Vice President, Head of PBM and Specialty Product Innovation at CVS Health. 

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Joshua Fredell, a pharmacist and Senior Vice President, serves as Head of PBM and Specialty Product Innovation at CVS Health. He oversees ideation, commercialization, and management of the company’s pharmacy benefit and specialty management products, including formulary design, network products, specialty cost management, clinical solutions, and medical benefit management. Joshua joined the legacy Caremark Rx corporation in 2003. Currently, Joshua and his team are focused on developing strategies that help create best-in-class savings while supporting clinically robust decision making including targeted formulary approaches for high-cost therapy classes, better control of specialty spend within the medical benefit, and improving the patient/provider experience while lowering overall cost. His team is also focused on continuing to innovate and enhance plan design solutions to help clients stay ahead of emerging market trends in a changing pharmaceutical landscape. Prior to CVS Health, Joshua was part of the pharmacy department of UPMC Health Plan, Joshua holds a Pharm.D. from the University of Pittsburgh.  www.cvshealth.com

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Maximizing Prescription Drug Benefits with Joshua Fredell, PharmD

Have you ever had everything you thought you wanted—success, money, recognition—yet still felt something was missing? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Donald Harold Young on his new book Finding God in Vegas: A Gen X Spiritual Awakening.

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Donald Harold Young was once living what many would call the American Dream. As a successful pharmaceutical marketing executive, he had achieved wealth, status, and professional achievement. But beneath the surface, he was deeply unfulfilled. After a lifetime spent chasing happiness through materialism and worldly accolades, Don experienced a profound spiritual awakening that led him to surrender his heart to God—and to Love. This gift of transformation inspired his memoir, Finding God in Vegas, a deeply personal story of redemption, healing, and purpose. Don currently resides in Las Vegas with his partner of seventeen years and their cat, Harry California. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in history, religion, and philosophy and a Master of Arts in theology. He has volunteered with the Boy Scouts of America, Las Vegas Area Council, and serves as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for the Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada. https://donaldharoldyoung.com

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Finding God in Vegas with Donald Harold Young

October is National Financial Planning Month and we have some surprising money saving tips to share with you! Tune in for an inspiring discussion with  Darlene Goins, Head of Philanthropy and Community Impact at Wells Fargo.

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Darlene Goins is the president of the Wells Fargo Foundation and head of Philanthropy and Community Impact at Wells Fargo. With more than 30 years in the financial sector, she is responsible for the company’s philanthropic strategy in housing access and affordability, financial health, small business growth, and sustainability. http://stories.wf.com/financialfuture   

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Creating Financial Freedom with Darlene Goins

Could good health be easier to achieve than you think? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with  Gloria Treister, HPP, on her book Wellness 101: Simple Steps to Good Health.

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Gloria Treister, HHP, is a Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner & Coach, EMCC Certified Executive & Business Coach, and a corporate and personal wellness consultant with more than 40 years in health and wellness. After 23 years in physical therapy, she founded Wellness Evolution in 2003 and went on to author the bestselling book Wellness 101: Simple Steps to Good Health, praised by experts and readers alike.  Through innovative programs like Your Wellness Your Way, she designs and leads customized, empowering wellness experiences for companies, individuals, and communities.  As a U.S. Ambassador for World Wellness Weekend, she inspires people to turn small actions into lasting vitality. Motivated by her belief since the late 1980s that we should not wait until health is broken to fix it, Gloria has dedicated her career to equipping people with clear, practical knowledge and innovative tools to feel their best every day and stay well longer. https://wellnessevolution.com

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Wellness 101 with Gloria Treister, HHP

Does science prove the existence of God? After four years of research in partnership with over twenty scientists and esteemed experts, this book explores one of the most significant questions we face: the existence or non-existence of a creator God. Tune in for an inspiring with Michel-Yves Bollore on his new book God, The Science, The Evidence.

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Michel-Yves Bolloré is an engineer and entrepreneur whose career spans industrial innovation and philanthropic investment in education. A graduate of the École Nationale Supérieure d'Ingénieur de Toulouse and Paris-Dauphine University (Master of Science and Doctorate in Business Administration), he began his career in the family business, managing the Bolloré Group’s industrial division from 1981 to 1990. In 1990, he founded France Essor, an industrial group that led major ventures in mechanical engineering, and steel manufacturing. Since relocating to London in 2011, he has focused on educational and cultural projects. He founded several schools, including The Laurels in London and Les Vignes in France. He is also a Knight of the Legion of Honor.  https://michel-yves-bollore.com/en/god-the-science-the-evidence/

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God, The Science, The Evidence with Michel-Yves Bollore

We’re constantly hearing that AI is the future.  Layoffs are at their highest level in years and with an employment landscape adapting to AI-driven shifts, a new workplace study shows there could be a “silent standoff” happening between employers and employees.
 
The question is…Do employees have the necessary skills to remain employable and be successful for the next five years? Tune in for DeVry University’s Chief Administrative Officer, Dave Barnett, and Scarlett Howery, DeVry’s Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, as we dive into the Silent Standoff in America’s Workplaces.  https://www.devry.edu/content/dam/devry_edu/newsroom/bridging-the-gap-overcoming-a-silent-standoff-in-americas-talent-economy.pdf

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The Silent Standoff in America's Workplaces with Dave Barnett & Scarlett Howery

A new survey reveals that Americans across the political spectrum are increasingly concerned about the rise of misinformation. In fact, a strong majority of California residents believe misinformation is more widespread now than during the last presidential election.

How can we separate fact from fiction? Tune in to hear Jason Alderman, Managing Director of Smart News, share insights on cutting through the noise to find the truth.
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Navigating Today's Information Storm with Jason Alderman

Each year, Americans contribute over $100 billion to flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) for healthcare expenses. However, the “use it or lose it” rule for FSAs results in nearly half of Americans missing out.  
 
Tune in for Optometrist Dr. Aaron Luekenga who is here to share with us  helpful tips and suggestions on maximizing the benefits of an FSA or HSA.

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Aaron M. Luekenga, OD, is an optometrist at Heritage Valley Eye Care Optometric Center in Fillmore, CA. He received his BS from Brigham Young University and his OD from Southern California College of Optometry. Dr. Luekenga began his clinical work with the U.S. Navy, serving as an officer and treating F18 fighter pilots, their crew, and families. He received specialty training in treating ocular trauma, eye diseases, and laser eye surgery. His clinical interests include ocular diseases, family practice eye care, contact lenses, and dry eye treatment. Dr. Luekenga joined Heritage Valley Eye Care in 2005. He is a Key Advisor to PERC. Dr. Luekenga has been consulting for Alcon since 2019. www.wrappedincomfort.net

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Maximizing Your FSA Spending with Dr. Aaron Luekenga

Gerda C. Robinson recounts her journey as a young girl living through the atrocities of Nazi Germany and grappling later in America with chronic pain, the lasting impacts of war.

What hidden scars does surviving Nazi Germany leave, and how does resilience endure decades of pain? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Gerda C. Robinson on her new book From Trauma to Peace: How we reclaim our lives Healing Body and Soul.

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Gerda C. Robinson was born in Germany in 1938, she immigrated to the United States in 1961, where she studied psychology at the University of Minnesota. She has led women’s support groups, worked with adolescents, volunteered in hospice, and served in Stephen Ministry. Today she champions social and emotional learning in schools as a vital foundation for healthier, more resilient communities
 https://www.gerdarobinsonbooks.com/the-book

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From Trauma to Peace with Gerda C. Robinson

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