Katie dot Show

On May 24th, the USX team summited Mt. Everest amidst 100mph winds and treacherous conditions. The team included the first active duty soldier and second combat wounded veteran to summit. I will be speaking with the USX team co-founder, Command Sergeant Major Todd Burnett, regarding the team's amazing climb and their efforts to raise awareness for mental health challenges that soldiers face.

Donations for USX: www.usx.vet

Harrison and Alex Chen are brothers who played ping pong with each other growing up in Taiwan. They ultimately moved in separate directions and their solution to continue to play together was to build an app connected smart robot, they called "Trainerbot." Now they can play ping pong against each other anywhere and anytime via Trainerbot. The app, together with the robot, is now showcased and sold on Kickstarter. I played it and have to say it's kinda intense and it kicked my ass. Sam Roberts also weighs in.

Olympic marathon hopeful Natasha LaBeaud Anzures shares how she balances life as an elite runner and works as a technology sports publicist full time. 

Marcus du Sautoy has been called one of UK’s leading scientists and most charismatic mathematicians. Amongst numerous accolades, Marcus has hosted several programs on BBC and is a professor at the University of Oxford. He even touts a discovery in the 9th dimensional space. Could his hypothesis that the secrets to the universe are in numbers and patterns hold true?

Eric has been on the forefront of filming for top network shows and programs for 36 years. A veteran in the field of camera ops, he balances technical skill with creative flair to capture the best shots. Eric has also been a freelance director for various top level networks and shows from the Olympics to Eminem concerts. An inside look at his work behind the scenes from the TODAY Show to SNL.

Bill McInnis, Reebok Head of Future, speaks to the new direction of Reebok and successful partnerships with both CrossFit and UFC. McInnis also reveals future innovations from on demand custom printed shoes to using more robots in production to going green.

A 40lb robotic suit created by Genworth allows you to feel the effects of aging 40+ years in a matter of seconds. The idea of the "Aging Experience" exhibit at the Liberty Science Center in New Jersey, promotes firsthand experience leading to empathy and awareness. 

Note to listener: Pulled audio track from the robotic suit so apologies for the inconsistencies in tracks on this ep! #robotproblems Thanks as always for listening! :) -KL

What does it take to climb the highest mountain on Earth? Further, imagine achieving this feat as an amputee. Nonprofit organization U.S. Expeditions and Explorations (USX), hopes to be the first to summit the first active duty male and female Army soldier, and first combat wounded military. The mission is to bring more attention to the jarring numbers of veterans and soldiers struggling with PTSD and suicide.

www.usx.vet

Spring is a time of new beginnings. Matt Kahn, a modern spiritual teacher, intuitive and author has used YouTube to grow his massive fan base to spread a positive message and spiritual way to approach life. Whether it’s a trouble with a job, relationship or just getting into a rut--Matt always has practical spiritual guidance infused with his own unique wisdom and humor that can help you turn a positive corner.

Dave Navarro chats with Katie Linendoll and Sam Roberts about his new, powerful documentary "Mourning Son" which tells the tragic story of the murder of his mother when he was just 15 years old, and how he traveled to prison and faced the killer. Dave also talks Jane’s Addiction, his fascination with unique art and his seventh season hosting "Ink Master".

Dave's documentary "Mourning Son" is available on iTunes

Sleep issues? Katie and Sam Roberts chat sleep disorders, dreams and narcolepsy with Dr. Michael Larson inventor of Sleep Shepherd: Blue -- a hi-tech sleeping gadget that has already raised $500k on Kickstarter.

Can you live to 150? Why are there so many food allergies? What vitamins do we absolutely need? Do plants really scream when you eat them? Part two of Katie and Sam's food conversation with Dr. Gundry. 

Katie revisits the annual UFO Congress in Arizona and chats with Ben Hansen on his beliefs and the international event. Ben is a former FBI agent and host of Fact or Faked: Paranormal Files.

After continuous weeks of Sam fearing he has Zika, Katie brings in Dr. Ken Redcross to break down everything we and you need to know about the virus.

Mike Janela shares his experiences serving as a Guinness World Record Judge. Katie recalls winning her own record. Sam Roberts wants a Dr. Pepper milkshake.

GM’s Mary Barra on electric and the next few years of auto, E-hang co-founder on their new flying car and Rinspeed CEO with Ethos concept car & drone. Katie provides live interviews from CES; Sam Roberts provides funniez.

Katie is live from the CES show floor, unveiling innovations from the President of Oculus Worldwide Studios, Jason Rubin, and Intel's Managing Director, Internet of Things, Bridget Karlin.

Katie chats with Thync CEO Isy Goldwasser about the wearable gadget that can help boost your mood in just a few minutes all with the help of science. Katie and Sam Roberts chat with psychic Chris Medina of Platinum Predictions. 

Katie Linendoll and Sam Roberts talk about misfit holiday gadgets this season and chat with Ron Johnson: CEO of Enjoy. Ron was best know for opening the first Apple retail stores and reinventing Target.