The Interchange

We're thrilled to present a re-mastered classic from my "Napa Valley Inside Out," podcast, now part of "The Interchange Podcast with Latife Hayson". Join us for a front row seat into the culinary world with Susie Heller, the force behind some of the most influential food media.   Susie Heller shares her incredible journey, from producing all of Julia Child's iconic television shows to writing <span class= "NormalTextRun SCXW157364

Join me on "The Interchange Podcast with Latife Hayson" for an insightful journey with Silicon Valley titan Chuck McMinn! From his early days at Intel during Andy Grove's reign, shaping the future of microprocessors and semiconductors, to co-founding Covad Communications – a pioneering high-speed internet service that went public and challenged established players during the dot-com boom – Chuck's story is one of groundbreaking innovation.  Discover invaluable entrepreneurial advice gleaned from his days in venture capital looking at thousands of proposals, navigating the dot-com bubble, the crucial role of timing and luck in startups, and the power of a strong Board of Advisors. Chuck draws fascinating parallels between the internet's early days and the current AI revolution, offering unique perspectives on technological advancement.  <span class= "TextRun SCXW250956070 BCX0" lang="EN-AU" x

n today's episode, renowned cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Gan Dunnington, based in St. Helena, California, takes a deep dive into the world of cutting-edge heart surgery.  Dr. Dunnington, a leading expert in minimally invasive heart surgery, performs complex cardiac interventions, such as ablation, valve repair, and transcatheter aortic valve replacement, improving patient outcomes with smaller incisions and reduced recovery times. He explains advanced procedures like the Hybrid Maze for atrial fibrillation, a game-changer in cardiac care.  Drawing on his extensive experience from Stanford University and the University of Virginia, he explains when minimally invasive heart surgery is appropriate and when it is not.  We discuss GLP-1s, AI, emotional and spiritual fitness, and his experience in medical device development, clinical trials, and working with the FDA.  In M

Latife Hayson interviews Kevin R. Stone, MD on The Interchange Podcast, exploring the latest in orthopaedic innovation. Learn about robotic knee surgery, AI-powered diagnosis, PRP therapy for stem cell healing, joint replacement and biological ACL repair. Hear about the Stone Foundation's research on accelerated healing and decreased muscle atrophy after surgery. Get insights from Dr. Stone's book, 'Play Forever.' Topics include: Injury recovery and prevention, Fitness and Training, Mental Toughness and resilience, Nutrition and Hydration, and The Aging Athlete. Connect with Dr. Stone: https://www.stoneclinic.com Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fxlVsFAoh2w For the past 25 years, I was living in Napa Valley, California, consulting and representing buyers and sellers of wineries, vineyards, and luxury estates. My clients were the founders of publicly listed companies, tech giants, entrepreneurs and philanthropists, all living their best lives, and many changing up the world before our eyes. On 'The Interchange' Podcast, I take a deep dive into their personal stories, and many other fascinating people I have met from around the world. We talk cutting-edge technology, financial intelligence, leadership, AI, crypto, climate change, the power of philanthropy, passion, and much more. As a patron of the world-renowned Festival Napa Valley, I also interview internationally renowned artists and emerging talent who grace the Festival's stage during the 10 best days of summer each year. Previously, while working in real estate, I was the Producer and Host of "Napa Valley Inside Out" Podcast - shining a light on one of the most beautiful and coveted lifestyles in the world. I interviewed well-known personalities, movers and shakers in the valley, vintners, entrepreneurs, leaders, consultants, festival organizers and amazing talent.

Discover the groundbreaking approach to business that's changing the world! Join us on The Interchange as we sit down with Jake Kloberdanz, serial entrepreneur, visionary, and architect of Cause-Centric Commerce. Jake shares his journey building impactful brands and communities, revealing the secrets to integrating social good into everyday business.  Learn how to: Drive profit while making a real difference. Build a purpose-driven brand that resonates with customers. Harness the power of Cause-Centric Commerce to create positive change. Jake's insights are invaluable for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone passionate about using business as a force for good. Featured in: TEDx, The UN Global Summit, Stanford University, U.C. Berkeley, UCLA, MIT. Connect with Jake: https://www.onehopewine.com/ Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9EEs46X2jc8  For the past 25 years, I was living in Napa Valley, California, consulting and representing buyers and sellers of wineries, vineyards, and luxury estates. My clients were the founders of publicly listed companies, tech giants, entrepreneurs and philanthropists, all living their best lives, and many changing up the world before our eyes. On 'The Interchange' Podcast, I take a deep dive into their personal stories, and many other fascinating people I have met from around the world. We talk cutting-edge technology, financial intelligence, leadership, AI, crypto, climate change, the power of philanthropy, passion, and much more. As a patron of the world-renowned Festival Napa Valley, I also interview internationally renowned artists and emerging talent who grace the Festival's stage during the 10 best days of summer each year. Previously, while working in real estate, I was the Producer and Host of "Napa Valley Inside Out" Podcast - shining a light on one of the most beautiful and coveted lifestyles in the world. I interviewed well-known personalities, movers and shakers in the valley, vintners, entrepreneurs, leaders, consultants, festival organizers and amazing talent.

In today's episode, I sit down with Ryan Stone, Group Director of Corporate Development, Strategy, and New Ventures at Cadence Design Systems, a leader in semiconductor and circuit electronic design automation. With four degrees under his belt, Ryan has also been a corporate attorney for Cadence Design, Cooley, Kirkland & Ellis, and Microsoft Corporation, advising on mergers and acquisitions, financing, cybersecurity, and corporate governance. Today, we are going to talk about his fascinating journey into the corporate world, which started as an Intelligence Officer in the United States Marine Corps.   Watch the full episode, available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNNpRHJoYwM&t

In this week's episode, I sit down with the incomparable, former Lawyer, National Geographic Explorer, and world-renowned Archaeologist, Dr. Kathleen Martinez - known for her ongoing search for Cleopatra's tomb at Taposiris Magna temple in Egypt.  From the age of 4 or 5, Kathleen dreamed of one day becoming an archaeologist and working in Egypt. Her parents did not support her dream; they thought it futile. So, like her father, she studied law. Kathleen tells us the extraordinary story of her first case at the age of 18 that caught the eye of the most high-profile criminal attorney in the Dominican Republic. She ultimately practiced law for the next 19 years and then went to Spain to get her Masters in Law.  In Spain, her childhood dream was rekindled, and she took classes in archaeology and researched Cleopatra and where her tomb might be with great intensity. After 5 years, she returned to the Dominican Republic and for the next 4 years, she enjoyed great success in her legal practice, but she wasn't happy.  So, in 2004, Kathleen decided to leave her practice and move to Egypt to pursue her dream and see if her ideas and belief in the possible location of the tomb of Queen Cleopatra at Taposiris Magna was correct. The Egyptian Government gave Kathleen 2 months to find some kind of evidence. One hour before the Government shut down her project, Kathleen and her team discovered a tunnel, and the Government allowed her to continue her excavation.  We talk about the many unimaginable setbacks Kathleen has experienced during her 20 years of excavating at the temple, her meetings with the Egyptian Government, and her relentless pursuit of finding Cleopatra's tomb, against all odds.  Kathleen goes into great detail on how she determined the possible location of Cleopatra's tomb, a location where no other archaeologist has ever looked. For 200 years, archaeologists searched for the important foundation plate at Taposiris Magna temple and never found it. Kathleen found the foundation plate in 3 months.  You will be totally captivated by Kathleen's detailed stories of her findings thus far and her work with world-renowned Richard Ballard, Oceanographer and Explorer, who is credited with discovering the wreck of the Titanic.  An extraordinary, highly accomplished woman, raised in a third world country – on mission impossible, with the wind at her back. You won't want to miss this interview. A truly remarkable ongoing story of passion and determination against all odds.  Watch the full episode, available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/88FxQLjLtVI

In today's episode, we are joined by Dr. Frank Naeymi-Rad, Philanthropist, Co-Founder of IMO – 'Intelligent Medical Objects' - a publicly listed company, and Founder & Executive Chairman of 'Leap of Faith' Technologies. He turned his doctoral research into a business that has become the premier terminology vendor for Electronic Health Records and is now used by about 85% of all physicians and nurses in English-speaking countries. He tells the extraordinary lengths he went to get on his feet when he first came to the US from Iran as a student. His excitement in knowing that if you work hard, you can make it in the United States even when you start with nothing. He explains the importance of electronic health records and how AI can play an important role in the patient journey, with the use of AI agents as care companions who are provided with journey instructions from the provider. It's a peek into the future, where AI agents could gather information from the patient after their doctor's visit, then provide the data they gather to the problem-solving AI agent, who can then become an asset for the provider who is caring for the patient. Dr. Naeymi-Rad talks about the various stages of building a value proposition after developing an idea and what it takes to turn your idea into a successful business. He tells us about the internship he is running, "See One, Do One, Build One" with 25 Masters in Computer Science interns. He goes on tell us that he invested in Leap of Faith Technologies to use it as a vehicle to support startups in the space of patient engagement. We finish our discussion with his Publications and Patents, AI and what excites him today in his field and his philanthropic endeavors. Truly one of the most humble, interesting and fascinating people I have ever met. Watch the full episode, available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/97QCTvbdXb0

In today's episode, I sit down with Gregg Field, a music industry powerhouse, and one of the most versatile and highly sought-after producers, drummers, and educators in the music industry. Gregg tells us about his extraordinary life-changing moment at the age of 17 that propelled him to become one of the most coveted drummers in the music industry. He went on to tour with Count Basi, Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and Ella Fitzgerald. It was during this time he met Henry Mancini, one of the greatest music composers of all time. Gregg tells us that what he learned way back then, was that where he puts his time and his passion, doors start opening, and that is the technique he uses today to create opportunities. We talk about his Vanity Fair article on Frank Sinatra's last concert, and the book he is writing about well known people he has worked with in his illustrious career that will be released in 2025. We hear his recollection of the Ella Fitzgerald Tribute concert at the Apollo Theatre in New York, for what would have been Ella's 100th birthday. For sure, Gregg's recount of this night will give you goosebumps. Our entire conversation is earmarked with "coincidentally, I get this call" or "coincidentally this person comes up to me….." and then a new and fabulous chapter in Gregg Field's life ensues. Like 8 Grammys for music producing, engineering and directing. His time and passion has always been triumphant in opening doors. It's like he has had Guardian Angels encircling him with love and light his entire life, and kept him incredibly humble along the way. Gregg tells us about how he got involved in Festival Napa Valley and became a Producer who brings in artists outside of the classical world. We talk about the Frost School of Music and its extraordinary Dean - Shelly Berg, and the Frost School of Music's Henry Mancini Orchestra. We get the inside scoop on how his Grammy-nominated "Henry Mancini 100th Sessions – Henry has Company" album came together. You won't want to miss Gregg's story about this extraordinary gathering of famous musicians and yet another 'coincidental' story….. The album was released on June 21, 2024 and was No. 1 on Apple Music and outsold Taylor Swift. Now that is saying something! And finally, be sure to watch his 'PBS Great Performances – Henry Mancini Live from the Hollywood Bowl' Special. It is a truly, heart-warming concert you won't want to miss. Watch the full episode, available on YouTube: https://y

Monica tells us how her mother, Ginny Mancini, a singer, met the late, great Henry Mancini and stories of how Monica's career as a singer from the age of 14 years evolved. Monica goes on to talk about her albums, including "I've Loved These Days" where she was joined by Jackson Browne, Brian Wilson and Stevie Wonder to name a few. We go on to talk about her siblings, Felice Mancini and Chris Mancini who have worked so hard, particularly this year, on what would have been their father's 100th birthday to honor their mother's wishes to keep their father's legacy alive throughout the world. We get the rundown of some of this year's ongoing Tribute concerts which started at The Arts Centre at University of Miami, home of the Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra, and then at the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Library of Congress in Washington DC, Festival Napa Valley, followed by the Opening concert at PBS's Great Performances Special at the Hollywood Bowl. Monica goes into all the details about how they went about producing their Tribute album, "Henry Mancini 100th Sessions – Henry Has Company", which has been nominated for a Grammy. We go over some of the biggest movies her father wrote music for - Breakfast at Tiffany's, Charade, Pink Panther, The Thornbirds, Victor Victoria, Love Story, and his 132 Award Nominations.  We move on to talk about the 900 boxes of 'The Henry Mancini Papers' on display at The Library of Congress. We of course talk about Festival Napa Valley and this year's Henry Mancini at 100 Tribute concert which was truly spectacular. Watch the full podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EEAdb5d-2Fk

In today's episode I sit down with Maria Manetti Shrem, renowned for her pivotal role in internationalizing the fashion houses of Gucci and Fendi in the 70's & 80's, her extraordinary philanthropy and her friendships with likes of King Charles, Pavarotti, Renae Fleming, Andrea Bocelli, Michael Fabiano, and Sophia Loren to name a few. Maria reflects on her earliest years in Italy, when Mussolini declared war on France and Great Britain, the day she was born, and how it impacted her life and set the stage for how she was determined to live a very different life. She tells the story of how she got into the fashion industry with her first husband in Florence, building a very successful company with 300 people working for her, and ultimately giving it all up to follow a man she fell in love with who lived in San Francisco. Her fascinating story goes on to tell how she developed 12 Gucci Franchises in the United States for Joseph Magnin in San Francisco and then started her own company, Manetti Farrow, with her second husband. Together, they were instrumental in internationalizing Gucci, Fendi and Mark Cross throughout America. Maria tells us that after being caught in the middle of the Gucci war, feeling exhausted from work, and ultimately selling her company in the late 80's, she was devastated when her second husband left her, and turned to Buddhism, which she believes 'saved her life'. Maria shares her chance meetings with Jose Carreras, Renata Scotto Luciano Pavarotti & Renae Fleming, Placido Domingo, and the close friendships she developed with all of them. In 2010 Maria made the decision for the 3rd stage of her life, to become a philanthropist at high level and to give with 'warm hands instead of cold hands after death'. Hear her stories of the 50 Foundations she supports in a significant way throughout the world, traveling the globe year-round to enjoy and support them. You will be mesmerized by her fantastic stories, energy, and the absolute joy she gets from changing the lives of so many young people, through her gift of education to them. And finally her fabulous stories of Festival Napa Valley and how it all began. Watch the full podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CQ3kchnSOW8

In today's episode I catch up with Greg Flynn, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Flynn Group and Flynn Properties, for the first time since my interview with him in November 2018 on my Napa Valley Inside Out podcast. Flynn Group is the largest franchisee operator in the world and Flynn Properties invests in commercial real estate, hotels and luxury resorts.  We talk about how their restaurants navigated around the Pandemic and then the onset of inflation in 2022; the buying spree he has been on since we last spoke; the buying opportunities he sees in commercial real estate in San Francisco<span class= "NormalTextRun SCXW56972670

Charles Letourneau has over 25 years of experience producing major international events and has worked with artists across classical music, opera, and jazz. He was formerly a Senior Vice President at IMG Artists, where he led high-profile initiatives such as Tokyo's Mostly Mozart Festival and Italy's Tuscan Sun Festival.  Letourneau's skill set includes strategic planning, technical operations, and artist relations, which he uses to enhance the festival's reach and impact. His efforts have helped make Festival Napa Valley a prominent cultural event that attracts international audiences and prestigious performers annually.

Jean-Charles Boisset is a French Vintner, hugely successful entrepreneur, environmentalist, philanthropist, and visionary leader. He's the force behind the Boisset Collection, which operates 28 wineries in France and California. Through his leadership, his JCB brand has expanded into producing internationally award-winning spirits, like gin, cognac, caviar, and truffle-infused vodkas, to name a few. His passion for life, family, people, and exquisite and unique experiences has attracted attention from all walks of life around the globe. Join me as I sit down with Jean-Charles Boisset. We discuss his upbringing, environmental disciplines, belief in cosmic energy, love of the American dream and lifestyle, his regrets, and the importance of having a dream and always following your passion.  Forbes has described him as "The James Bond of Wine". When you hear his story, learn about the experiences he has curated for his guests in France and California, and see his creations, from jewelry and perfumes to his collection of Baccarat glasses, you will understand why I believe he is the 'The James Bond of Living Your Best Life". A fashionista who is genuine, kind, generous, creative, happy, and always humble. Listen to Jean-Chares Boisset in his own words...

Jean-Charles Boisset is a French Vintner, hugely successful entrepreneur, environmentalist, philanthropist and visionary leader. He's the force behind the Boisset Collection, which operates 28 wineries in France and California. Through his leadlership, his JCB brand has expanded into producing internationally award-winning spirits, like gin, cognac, caviar, and truffle-infused vodkas, to name a few. His passion for life, family, people, and exquisite and unique experiences has attracted attention from all walks of life around the globe. Join me as I sit down with Jean-Charles Boisset. We discuss his upbringing, environmental disciplines, belief in cosmic energy, love of the American dream and lifestyle, his regrets, and the importance of having a dream and always following your passion.  Forbes has described him as "The James Bond of Wine". When you hear his story, learn about the experiences he has curated for his guests in France and California, and see his creations, from jewelry and perfumes to his collection of Baccarat glasses, you will understand why I believe he is the 'The James Bond of Living Your Best Life". A fashionista, genuine, kind, generous, creative, happy and always humble. Listen to Jean-Chares Boisset in his own words...

In today's episode, I sit down with Charles Letourneau, the Co-founder, Vice President and Director of Artistic Planning, of the internationally acclaimed annual Festival Napa Valley. If you love opera, symphony, ballet, dance, and music of all genres, then this is the Festival for you, and you won't want to miss this interview. We talk about his illustrious career in the performing arts world, his love of the violin, and the fascinating journey that he and his Co-founder, Rick Walker, have been on since their first Festival in 2006. Their story is living proof that when you follow your passion, doors will open for you.  Between them, they have a wealth of connections with philanthropists, hotels, wineries, and the music industry, affording them the opportunity to feature new and rising talent, along with the biggest names in the music industry - combining world class talent with world-class wine and food, in spectacular Napa Valley settings. Their partnership with The Frost School of Music has blossomed into a three-week Summer School with 100 Graduate students from around the world studying and playing with master teachers each year at the Frost School at Festival Napa Valley. Hear about their dreams of the future and how blessed their guests are that artists join in the fun at patron dinners after their performances.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7T1MsVIOTY&t=870s Jean-Charles Boisset is a French Vintner, hugely successful entrepreneur, environmentalist, philanthropist and visionary leader. He's the force behind the Boisset Collection, which operates 28 wineries in France and California. Through his leadlership, his JCB brand has expanded into producing internationally award-winning spirits, like gin, cognac, and caviar and truffle infused vodkas, to name a few. His passion for life, family, people, exquisite and unique experiences has attracted attention from all walks of life around the globe. Join me as I sit down with Jean-Charles Boisset. We discuss his upbringing, environmental discipines, belief in cosmic energy, love of the American dream and lifestyle, his regrets in life, the importance of having a dream and always following your passion.  Forbes has described him as "The James Bond of Wine". When you hear his story, learn about the experiences he has curated for his guests in France and California, and see his creations, from jewellery and perfumes to his collection of Baccarat glasses, you will undersand why I believe he is the 'The James Bond of Living Your Best Life". A fashionista, genuine, kind, generous, creative, happy and always humble. Listen to Jean-Chares Boisset in his own words...

Sneak peek of my upcoming full interview to be released next week with Charles Letourneau.

https://youtu.be/o7T1MsVIOTY?si=xIE2kS1RAfF7pbtV Jean-Charles Boisset is a French Vintner, hugely successful entrepreneur, environmentalist, philanthropist and visionary leader. He's the force behind the Boisset Collection, which operates 28 wineries in France and California. Through his leadlership, his JCB brand has expanded into producing internationally award-winning spirits, like gin, cognac, and caviar and truffle infused vodkas, to name a few. His passion for life, family, people, exquisite and unique experiences has attracted attention from all walks of life around the globe. Join me as I sit down with Jean-Charles Boisset. We discuss his upbringing, environmental discipines, belief in cosmic energy, love of the American dream and lifestyle, his regrets in life, the importance of having a dream and always following your passion.  Forbes has described him as "The James Bond of Wine". When you hear his story, learn about the experiences he has curated for his guests in France and California, and see his creations, from jewellery and perfumes to his collection of Baccarat glasses, you will undersand why I believe he is the 'The James Bond of Living Your Best Life". A fashionista, genuine, kind, generous, creative, happy and always humble. Listen to Jean-Chares Boisset in his own words...