Real World Leaders

Real World Leaders

Welcome to Real World Leaders (RWL), where we empower underprivileged teens to become tomorrow's leaders. Join us on a journey of growth, mentorship, and positive change. Subscribe for inspiring stories, career insights, and opportunities to make a difference. Together, we shape a brighter future. #RWLLeaders #EmpowerTeens For more information, visit radioamerica.com/real-world-leaders/

Episodes

Flying Planes, Switching Lanes, & Being Memorable

February 15, 2026 • 44 mins
What do you absolutely need to build a business? Franklin Towne Charter High School and North10 PHL students interview Jake Leone, President & CEO of Corporate Interiors and Ron Scheese, President and CEO of F.M. Brown's, and discuss empathy vs. sympathy, looking beyond challenges to see potential, and creating unique spaces. 

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Competitive Edge, Calculated Risks, and College

December 28, 2025 • 44 mins
Why does nobody ever wash a rental car? Norristown Area and Wilmington Freire Charter High School students interview Denise Napier, CEO of VitalGain Healthcare Consulting, and Mark Wilkin, President of Andesa Services, and discuss women in healthcare leadership roles, AI, and knowing when to get out of the way.
 
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Add Value, Adapt or Die, and Art (of Networking)

December 19, 2025 • 43 mins
What is life's compass? TECH-Freire Charter and Upper Perkiomen High School students interview Kimura Anderson, President of NAWIC (National Association of Women in Construction) Ch. 145, and Rich Trotter, Owner & President of Rosati Ice, and discuss dumb questions, being a well-rounded person, and doing the right thing.
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Being the Glue, Finding Your Niche, and Psych Majors

December 19, 2025 • 44 mins
What do you do when you don't know what to do? Belmont Charter and Franklin Towne Charter High School students interview Todd Schumacher, CEO of Vici Media, and Joe Arcangelo, Founding Partner of Inception Group, and discuss what really helps when starting a business, being a die-hard procrastinator, and a student of the world.
 
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People vs. Money, Thoughts vs. Facts, and Failing Everyda

December 15, 2025 • 44 mins
What's the most important form of leadership? Freire Charter High School and DC International School students interview Larry Blue, Retired CEO of Bell & Howell, and John Starling, CEO of Pietential, and discuss volunteering for the hard jobs, accountability, and being athletic, creative, or both.
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Culture, Curiosity, and Families

December 15, 2025 • 44 mins
 Which important conversation are you possibly avoiding? Tacony Academy Charter School and Moore High School students interview Ken Won, Principal Owner of Navpac Advisors, LLC, and Cathy Lockyer Moulton, President of Thomas Wynn Apartments, and discuss how to make a safe environment, making life more interesting, and translating skills from home to work life.
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Moving A lot, Putting Up Your House, and Lasagna

December 7, 2025 • 44 mins
How can life be great if you have no plan? Legends Charter School and Community Academy of Philadelphia students interview Casey Benefield, First Officer at Southwest Airlines and USMC Vet, and Rich Trotter, Owner and President of Rosati Ice, and discuss starting early and sticking with it, the key to a great team, and how to turn ambition into success.
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Free Cable, Exchange Students, and Gameday

November 23, 2025 • 43 mins
Why not call your company a family? Academies at Roxborough High School and Imhotep Charter Institute students interview Robert Ferrilli, Owner & President of Ferrilli, and Paul Tramo, President & CEO of Sentinel Process Systems, Inc., and discuss failing fast, causing trouble, and putting your nose to the grindstone.
 
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Compound Interest, Writing it Out, and Keeping it Fun

November 9, 2025 • 44 mins
What if everything they tell you is a lie? New Hope-Solebury High School and Moore High School students interview Brad Calder, Executive Director of TIFF, and Bree McQuillan, CEO of PDC Machines, and discuss not selling too early, balancing a heavy workload, and being a natural born leader. 
 
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Divorce, Emotional Intelligence, and Running Track

October 26, 2025 • 44 mins
Who is eligible for greatness? Tacony Academy High School students interview Jason Scholl, President of LK Miller Commerial Construction, and Mary Marcus, CEO of NewAge Industries, and discuss how to succeed anywhere, emotional intelligence, and running your own race.
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Car Phones, Gaming, and Luncheonettes

October 20, 2025 • 43 mins
What's the #1 trait that a CEO needs? Community Academy of Philadelphia and DC International High School students interview Chris Heffernan
CEO of Dilvrd, and Dave DeLizza, President & CEO of Pennoni, and discuss bonding over badminton, delegating and disappearing, and being lifelong learners.
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Childhood Entrepreneurship, Melting Pots, and Building Courage

October 19, 2025 • 44 mins
What simple thing can eliminate conflict? Norristown Area High School and New Hope-Solebury High School students interview Dilo Wijesuriya
President & COO of ARC Document Solutions, and Jeff Kenton VP & General Manager of Solenis, and discuss the DNA of company culture, breaking barriers, and centering yourself.
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Being the Oldest, Washing Airplanes, and Little Wins

October 13, 2025 • 43 mins
How far does inspiration take you? Moore High School and Belmont Charter High School students interview Jon Etter, President of B&G Manufacturing, and Jake Leone, CEO of Corporate Interiors, and discuss opening doors, slamming doors, remembering to celebrate, and having empathy.
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Being Curious, Building a Person, and Filling Your Heart

October 5, 2025 • 44 mins
 When is a B+ better than an A? Real World Leaders Institute externs interview Jim Ashton, General Partner of Newspring Capital, and Scott Rankin, CEO of Vulcan Spring, and discuss how to succeed with A.I., taking the limits off, and the most important things in life.
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Meaningful Connections, Quiet Warriors, and Building Wheels

September 7, 2025 • 43 mins
 When should you take dirty, hairy things off a plate? Real World Leaders Institute externs interview Eric Logan, CEO of Jacob Stern & Sons, and also go into deeper detail about their own dreams and aspirations. Listen as we discuss faith and fitness, everybody's isms, and the love of art.
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Strong Faith, SMART Goals, and Jet Skis

August 23, 2025 • 44 mins
When is looking like a fool okay? Real World Leaders Institute externs interview Sam Thevanayagam, President & CEO of Parts Life, Inc.DeVal Lifecycle Support, and LC Engineers, Inc., and Marc Albero, General Manager of PAC Strapping, and discuss prep school guys gone wild, being a good steward, and reserved parking spaces.
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Lead with Vision, Grow Through Connection

June 30, 2025 • 44 mins
In this episode our first guest CEO dives deep into two critical pillars of lasting success: relationships and responsibility. First, we explore the undeniable power of networking—how talking to your peers, building connections, and surrounding yourself with the right people can open doors you never imagined. In business, it truly is about who you know. Then, we shift to leadership—the kind that takes full ownership. When a team fa...
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Staying Ready, Expecting Mistakes, and Leveling Up

June 23, 2025 • 44 mins
What does it take to just keep showing up? Real World Leaders Institute externs interview Joe Hand Jr.,President of Joe Hand Promotions, and Chris DiPaolo, President and CEO of Protecs, and discuss keeping an open mind, the two most valuable skills you can develop, and using your heart.
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Building Teams, Peer Pressure, Emotional Maturity

June 16, 2025 • 44 mins
What's that about a solo act? Real World Leaders Institute externs and DC International School students interview Bill Edmonds, CEO of B&G Manufacturing, and Brett Levin, President of MHS Lift, and discuss not empowering the next generation, being a cook, and not having a set path.
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Never Finished~The Drive to Grow, Learn, and Level Up

June 8, 2025 • 44 mins
n this motivating episode, our CEO's Bill Cumby III of Cumby Construction & Kareem Afzal of PD Machines talk about embracing the mindset that life—and your career—is never truly perfected. There’s always another step to take, another goal to reach, and something new to improve. That constant pursuit of growth is what keeps us sharp, humble, and motivated. Student reflections bring it home, especially from Elvis, who shares how ...
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