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Bethanie Mattek-Sands is an American tennis player, nine-time Grand Slam doubles champion, Olympic gold medalist and former world No. 1 in women’s doubles. She has won 30 WTA doubles titles, including five women’s doubles Grand Slams and four mixed doubles Grand Slams. She won mixed doubles gold at the 2016 Rio Olympics with Jack Sock, won the 2011 Hopman Cup with John Isner and helped the United States win the 2017 Fed Cup. A two-time Olympian, she also reached a career-high singles ranking of No. 30, competed in four WTA singles finals and reached the singles fourth round at Wimbledon and the French Open. Follow the journey:  Susie's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/susieabromeit/ Great Ones Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greatonespodcast/

David Ferrugio is the host and creator of Dead Talks, a podcast exploring death, grief, mortality, and the experiences that shape how we understand the end of life. Through deeply personal and candid conversations with guests from all walks of life, Ferrugio has built a platform that challenges the stigma and discomfort surrounding death while encouraging people to have more meaningful conversations about loss and mortality. His work on Dead Talks has made him a compelling voice in the growing movement toward open, honest discussions about death and dying, using storytelling, humor, and vulnerability to explore subjects that are often left unspoken. Ferrugio is also an advocate for living more intentionally, helping audiences confront mortality not with fear, but as a reminder to appreciate life, connection, and the people around us. Ferrugio’s father was killed in the September 11 attacks, and as September 11 marks the anniversary of his death, his personal experience with loss brings an especially powerful perspective to these conversations. Follow the journey: Susie's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/susieabromeit/ Great Ones Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greatonespodcast/

Catherine Hardwicke is an award-winning film director, screenwriter, and production designer, best known as the visionary director behind the cultural phenomenon Twilight, which launched a multi-billion dollar global blockbuster franchise and broke records for the biggest opening weekend for a female director. She made an impressive leap to the director's chair with the critically-acclaimed indie drama Thirteen, which won the Directing Award at the Sundance Film Festival, and has since directed prominent films like Lords of Dogtown, The Nativity Story, and Red Riding Hood. A former architect who previously worked for decades as a prolific production designer for legendary directors like Richard Linklater, Cameron Crowe, and David O. Russell, Hardwicke is widely regarded as one of the most resilient and visually distinctive filmmakers of her generation. She also directed the music video for Lady Gaga's Emmy-winning song "Til It Happens to You." Follow the journey: Susie's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/susieabromeit/ Great Ones Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greatonespodcast/

Warren Haynes is a Grammy-winning guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer, best known as the longtime guitarist for the Allman Brothers Band and the cofounder and frontman of Gov’t Mule. He has also toured extensively with The Dead and Phil Lesh & Friends and performed with Eric Clapton, Dave Matthews Band, Dolly Parton and many other legendary artists. The writer of the Allman Brothers classic “Soulshine,” Haynes is widely regarded as one of the greatest guitarists of his generation. He also founded the annual Christmas Jam, which has raised millions for charity in his hometown of Asheville, North Carolina. Follow the journey: Susie's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/susieabromeit/ Great Ones Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greatonespodcast/

Shep Gordon is a legendary Hollywood talent manager, producer, and entrepreneur whose career has helped shape the worlds of music, film, and food. Best known for managing Alice Cooper for more than five decades, Gordon has also worked with major artists including Blondie, Pink Floyd, Luther Vandross, Teddy Pendergrass, Graucho Marx ,and Raquel Welch. He went on to become a successful film producer and is credited with helping pioneer the celebrity chef industry, representing culinary icons including Emeril Lagasse and Wolfgang Puck. His remarkable career and friendships with some of entertainment’s biggest names were explored in Mike Myers’ 2013 documentary Supermensch: The Legend of Shep Gordon.Follow the journey: Susie's Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/susieabromeit/Great Ones Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/greatonespodcast/

Andy and Barbara Muschietti are Argentine sibling filmmakers and the creative team behind some of modern horror’s biggest hits. Andy is a director and screenwriter, while Barbara is a producer. They broke through with Mama, executive produced by Guillermo del Toro, before making Stephen King’s It, the highest grossing horror film of all time worldwide, and It Chapter Two. They later collaborated on DC’s The Flash and co-created and executive produced HBO’s It: Welcome to Derry, with Andy also directing several episodes. Together, they run the production companies Double Dream and the genre focused Nocturna, which produced the 2026 horror action film They Will Kill You. Follow the journey: Susie's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/susieabromeit/ Great Ones Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greatonespodcast/

Mary Steenburgen is an Academy Award-winning actress, singer-songwriter, and producer whose career has spanned more than four decades. She won the Oscar for Melvin and Howard and is best known for Back to the Future Part III, Elf, Step Brothers, The Proposal, Book Club, Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist, and Curb Your Enthusiasm. She now stars in the upcoming sports comedy The Dink. Beyond acting, Steenburgen is known for her marriage to fellow actor Ted Danson, her close friendships throughout Hollywood, and her work as an accomplished songwriter. She continues to balance film, television, music, and family while remaining one of Hollywood's most respected and beloved performers. Follow the journey: Susie's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/susieabromeit/ Great Ones Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greatonespodcast/

Will Yun Lee is an American actor and martial artist whose career has spanned more than two decades across film, television, and video games. Born in Arlington, Virginia, to Korean immigrant parents, he trained in Taekwondo from the age of three under his father, a grandmaster, before earning an athletic scholarship to the University of California, Berkeley. Lee is known for standout roles in The Good Doctor as Dr. Alex Park, Altered Carbon as the original Takeshi Kovacs, The Wolverine as Harada (Silver Samurai), Hawaii Five-0, True Blood, Witchblade, Die Another Day, Elektra, and Total Recall. Gamers also know him as the voice and performance behind Wei Shen in the acclaimed video game Sleeping Dogs. Beyond acting, Lee has become an advocate for families affected by rare diseases after his son, Cash, was diagnosed with Moyamoya disease. He frequently speaks about resilience, fatherhood, representation in Hollywood, and balancing career success with family. Follow the journey: Susie's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/susieabromeit/ Great Ones Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greatonespodcast/

Jennifer Morrison is an actress, director, and producer best known for her starring roles as Dr. Allison Cameron on the hit medical drama House and Emma Swan on ABC’s fantasy series Once Upon a Time. She first gained recognition in films including Stir of Echoes and Urban Legends: Final Cut before building a successful career across television and film, with credits including How I Met Your Mother, This Is Us, Star Trek, Bombshell, and Warrior. Beyond acting, Morrison has established herself as a filmmaker, making her feature directorial debut with Sun Dogs, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. She has since directed episodes of acclaimed television series including HBO’s Euphoria, Dr. Death, This Is Us, Will Trent, and Tracker, while continuing to expand her work as a producer and storyteller behind the camera. Jennifer Morrison continues to evolve as a creative force in Hollywood, balancing acting, directing, and producing while building a career defined by versatility, longevity, and artistic growth. Follow the journey: Susie's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/susieabromeit/ Great Ones Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greatonespodcast/

Jewel is a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, author, poet, and mental health advocate who has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide. Raised in rural Alaska, she experienced homelessness as a teenager before writing her breakthrough debut album, Pieces of You, which became one of the best-selling debut albums of all time. Her hits include “Who Will Save Your Soul,” “You Were Meant for Me,” “Foolish Games,” and “Hands.” Beyond music, Jewel is a New York Times bestselling author, an accomplished poet, and the founder of Inspiring Children Foundation, a nonprofit focused on mental health and youth development. She has also appeared as an actress, television personality, and public speaker, sharing her personal journey through trauma, resilience, and healing. Her work continues to inspire audiences through music, storytelling, and advocacy. Jewel’s newest exhibition, Matriclysm: An Archeology of Connections Lost, is currently on view in Venice, Italy, exploring themes of connection, memory, and healing. Follow the journey: Susie's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/susieabromeit/ Great Ones Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greatonespodcast/

Jamie-Lynn Sigler is an American actress best known for her role as Meadow Soprano on the critically acclaimed HBO series The Sopranos. She portrayed Meadow throughout the show’s six-season run from 1999 to 2007, helping make the series one of the most influential dramas in television history.In addition to her work on The Sopranos, Sigler has appeared in numerous television and film projects, including Entourage, Ugly Betty, Big Sky, I Do, and the Netflix hit Tires. She began her career in musical theater and appeared on Broadway in Beauty and the Beast. Sigler is also an author and advocate. In 2016, she publicly revealed that she had been living with Multiple Sclerosis since the age of 20 and has since become a leading voice for awareness and support within the MS community. Today, she co-hosts the popular podcasts MeSsy and Not Today, Pal, where she discusses health, relationships, parenting, and life in the public eye. Her memoir, And So It Is, chronicles her experiences with fame, illness, and personal growth. Follow the journey: Susie's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/susieabromeit/ Great Ones Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greatonespodcast/

Darrell Britt-Gibson is an acclaimed actor, writer, and producer best known for his work in HBO’s Emmy winning shows Euphoria & Barry, and the critically acclaimed and Emmy nominated The Wire, and We Own This City. His film credits include Academy Award winning films like Judas and the Black Messiah, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, Just Mercy, and 20th Century Women. Over the course of his career, Britt-Gibson has become one of the industry’s most respected character actors, known for bringing depth, complexity, and humanity to every role. Follow the journey: Susie's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/susieabromeit/ Great Ones Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greatonespodcast/

Bob Odenkirk is an Emmy Award winning actor, writer, producer, comedian, and creator best known for his iconic role as Saul Goodman in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, one of the most critically acclaimed television characters of all time. Widely regarded as one of the most versatile talents in entertainment, Odenkirk began his career as a writer on Saturday Night Live and went on to co-create the groundbreaking sketch comedy series Mr. Show with Bob and David alongside David Cross. Beyond comedy, Odenkirk stunned audiences with his dramatic transformation in Better Call Saul, earning multiple Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG nominations, while also reinventing himself as an unexpected action star in the hit film Nobody. Known for his sharp wit, emotional depth, and unconventional career journey, Bob has become one of the most respected and influential storytellers in Hollywood. Follow the journey: Susie's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/susieabromeit/ Great Ones Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greatonespodcast/

Jennie Garth is an actress, producer, author, and host of the podcast “I choose me.” She is best known for her iconic role as Kelly Taylor on "Beverly Hills, 90210," and Val Tyler on the sitcom "What I Like About You" with Amanda Bynes. In 2012, she starred in her own reality show, Jennie Garth: A Little Bit Country on CMT. Her memoir titled Deep Thoughts From a Hollywood Blonde was published by New American Library on April 1, 2014. Jennie shares personal insights on growing up in the spotlight, her new book and podcast called "I Choose Me," navigating the highs and challenges of Hollywood, and redefining herself beyond early fame. She talks about motherhood, resilience, relationships, and the lessons she’s learned through different stages of life and career. Follow the journey: Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susieabromeit/ Great Ones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatonespodcast/

Baz Luhrmann is an Australian filmmaker, writer, and producer known for his visually bold, music-driven style and for reimagining classic stories for modern audiences. He first gained international recognition with Strictly Ballroom (1992) and went on to direct the acclaimed Romeo + Juliet (1996) starring Leonardo DiCaprio, which introduced Shakespeare to a new generation. His musical Moulin Rouge! (2001) was nominated for eight Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and is widely credited with revitalizing the modern movie musical. He later directed the epic drama Australia (2008), the visually lavish adaptation of The Great Gatsby (2013) starring Leonardo DiCaprio, and the biographical film Elvis (2022) starring Austin Butler, which earned eight Academy Award nominations and was a major global success. Across his career, Luhrmann has become known for blending theater, pop music, and cinematic spectacle, making him one of the most distinctive directors working today. He frequently collaborates with his wife, Academy Award, winning designer Catherine Martin, who has helped shape the visual style of his films. Follow the journey: Susie's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/susieabromeit/ Great Ones Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greatonespodcast/