Well Done You
Life’s greatest gifts are the people we meet along the way. Storytelling is a powerful way for us to connect, and every person we encounter has a unique story to share. In each episode, we sit down with a special guest to explore their journey — highlighting the great moments, valuable lessons, and memorable experiences along the way. Join me, your host RA Cook, for a casual, fun, and sometimes unexpected conversation. Together, we’ll laugh, learn, and discover something new with every guest. We can’t wait to share these stories with you.
Episodes
Tony Clintock - Mr. Tony Guy
In this episode you will meet Tony Clintock, nicknamed Mr. Tony Guy by a favorite neighborhood kid and you will learn how he was an entrepreneur from an early age and how he took that work ethic and lessons learned and built a successful career.
A New Jersey native, Tony has over three decades of leadership experience and an impressive track record in the mortgage and financial services indu...
New episode of Well Done You is live and this conversation is one everyone needs to hear.
I sat down with Christian “Boo” Boucousis, CEO of Afterburner, former fighter pilot, keynote speaker, and leadership expert who has helped companies like Pfizer, McDonald’s, Specsavers, and even two Super Bowl teams improve decision making, communication, and execution under pressure.
We talked about why teams must truly be o...
If you love discovering authors who truly bring a place and its people to life you are going to enjoy this episode.
This week on Well Done You, I sit down with author Greg McLaughlin, a seasoned storyteller with over 20 years of writing and an impressive career that spans journalism, marketing, business operations, and leadership.
Greg has written 15 novels, including his best-selling Rhode Island series Matunuck, Erosion, Moo...
In this episode of the Well Done You podcast, I sit down with the incredibly talented artist and illustrator Mike Quiñones G.
Many of you already know his work from my Good To Be Me book series, and I feel so lucky and grateful that I had the chance to collaborate with him.
But what makes this conversation even more special is what he is creating now. Mike has brought countless stories to life as a talented illustrator, and n...
Ellen Comeaux- Portfolio Life
What if the next chapter of your life wasn’t about slowing down…
but about living more intentionally than ever before?
This week on the podcast I sit down with the incredible Ellen Comeaux, a respected business leader with over 30 years in financial services who made a bold and beautiful pivot into what she calls her portfolio life.
After decades leading at the highest levels with General...
With the curiosity of Galileo and the tenacity of a street fighter, Sara Frasca is an innovation and business growth expert. Honing her skills at senior leadership roles in both Corporate America and the world of startups, Sara now serves as CEO for Point NorthEast, a global business coaching firm and CEO of Trasca & Co Eatery, her restaurant franchise business. Sara helps leading organizations cultivate human imagination, buil...
Judith Cosby – Tapestry
I connected with our impressive guest over being the oldest of three sisters, HR backgrounds, close bonds with our grandmothers, and our writing journeys. There is something very special about Judith, I enjoyed our discussion and am sure you will too.
Judith Cosby is an author who blends storytelling, spirituality, and history into captivating narratives. After the success of her reflective memoirs&mda...
When a set of World War II dog tags are discovered nearly eight decades after being lost, an incredible story begins to unfold. In this episode, we follow the journey of a soldier’s legacy — how one small piece of metal connects generations, sparks emotions, and brings history back to life.
In honor of all our Veterans, we’re proud to share the remarkable story of Eddie Rosso, a lifelong resident of Springfield, M...
Meet the engaging, smart and talented Michelle Wirth - Owner, Mercedes-Benz of Springfield and Founder, FeelGoodShopLocal.com. After 15 years with Mercedes-Benz USA in engineering, public relations, and national marketing leadership, Michelle and her husband moved to Western Massachusetts to open Mercedes-Benz of Springfield, a full-service dealership for Mercedes-Benz cars and vans.
In 2022, she fou...
Today’s episode is about the importance of passion – whether it’s for family, business or food. Meet Elaine and Vincenzo Grande, owners of Vincenzo’s Cucina in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. You will love hearing the journey their family has been on and the dedication they have to each other, their restaurant and community.
Visit www.vincenzocucina.com and they have an ...
Rick "V” Kostanski – The Storyteller
Music lovers, tune in! Rick V from The Storytellers joins RA and guest cohost Karin Elizabeth for a conversation about growing up with his twin brother, his family's early sacrifice, and how their music-loving mother shaped their home. Hear about Rick's journey to mastering instruments and the story behind his nickname "Rick V".
Today we are talking with Patric Young, ESPN Analyst & former professional basketball player. We discuss maximizing your potential and the discipline of doing something hard every day. Patric and I quickly bonded over the best MLB team, people that have come into our lives and taught us so much (shout out to Brandon and Isaih) and his idea to have a half time wheelchair basketball game at a Florida Gators game. ...
This inspiring conversation with Eric Spottswood includes the impact and influence of wonderful Moms, memory bricks at Oceanfront Park, pancakes, his longtime bff, FSU, importance of family, how they named their rescue dog, working with the best people and the importance of showing up strong. If you need a mood booster, some positive energy or a reason to smile, this is the episode for you. You can follow Eric on Instagram, F...
Today’s spotlight is on Dr. Kim Tong, a board-certified veterinary surgeon based in San Francisco. Dr. Tong serves as the Chief of Surgery at a specialty veterinary hospital in Petaluma, owns a mobile surgery business called Golden Gate Mobile Surgery, and is active on social media under the handle @dr.kimpawsible.
We discuss the interesting path that brought him to the veterinary field, why his friends picture him driving ar...
Gina provides an engaging account of how she met her husband, outlines her journey to becoming a first-time author, and introduces her book, "No Fault of His Own." The discussion offers valuable insights into the impact of neurological factors on behavior and explains Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD). Additional topics include the significance of having great sisters in our lives, an appreciation for Kyle Kelce, our signature chic...
In this engaging conversation with Nadim Kashouh, we explore a passion filled journey, dogs named Charlie, me being his favorite cooking class student, the importance of family, the discipline of hard work, the significance of hospitality in his culture, and his heart-centered approach to leadership and life. He elaborates on his journey to becoming a successful business owner and how he stayed open to a changing path and the valua...
Meredith O’Brien-I Can Do Something
Meredith is amazing. We discussed the experience of growing up loving books, beginning a career in newspaper journalism, transitioning to investigative journalism in Washington DC, developing a passion for novel writing, teaching college journalism, advocating for multiple sclerosis, how family & life experiences inspire her writing and why she emphasizes sharing appreciation for ...
Today you will meet the engaging and impressive Kristine Allard. She discusses growing up as one of six children and living throughout the northeast, along with the skills she developed to adapt to change and new opportunities. Kristine will provide insights from her career in radio, journalism, and broadcasting, including details about working in a newsroom and a memorable news story that made an impact on her. She will share less...
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