SiriusXM’s Michelangelo Signorile joins Tim and John in a Focus Group tradition to kick off 2014 with a conversation about his move to Progress (channel 127), the new book he is working on, and a look at the year ahead in LGBT issues.

Shop Talk is Tim and John’s ongoing banter and commentary on current business topics. Join the conversation at 866-305-6887.

Jean Nidetch, the founder of Weight Watchers International, never dreamed that her weight-loss experience would lead to a successful international company that would help millions trim down. She once weighed more than 200 pounds, then slimmed down to 142 pounds in 1962 and has never been heavy again. Weight Watchers was founded in 1963, and while it still offers Nidetch’s original vision of support groups, over the years it has also became a major brand name in the packaged foods business.

Shop Talk looks at business-minded New Years resolutions designed to improve career and business. Join the conversation at 866-305-6887.

People often describe their relationships with brands in a deeply personal way—we love our smartphones, and think the cable company is out to get us. In his new book The Human Brand: How We Relate to People, Products, and Companies, customer loyalty expert Chris Malone discovered that our perceptions arise from spontaneous judgments on warmth and competence, the same two factors that also determine our impressions of people.

Tim and John take a look at the most popular toys of the last 50 years—and how many of them they had as kids—on Shop Talk. Join the conversation at 866-305-6887.

Paul Hagen of Metrosource magazine continues his mission of putting the “culture” back in “pop culture” for our listeners on Metroscope.

Shop Talk is Tim and John’s ongoing banter and commentary on current business topics. The government sold its remaining stock in GM this week, and the American auto industry is back on firm ground. Was the bailout a good use of taxpayer money? Join the conversation at 866-305-6887.

The Strip and Beyond visits with James Healey, a resident of Nevada for 20 years, and currently the Executive Director of Housekeeping at the New York-New York Hotel and Casino. A committed volunteer and advocate in the community, James was honored with the “President of the United States Volunteer Service Award” in 2009.

Kelly McDonald is the author of the best selling How to Market to People Not Like You, and Crafting the Customer Experience to People Not Like You. She will share some surprising and informative insights on social media. Join the conversation at 866-305-6887.

Howard Stern’s celebrated sidekick Robin Quivers presents her vegan cookbook and manifesto with more than 90 healthy recipes for the home cook. The Vegucation of Robin Quivers charts her inspiring road to wellness, and includes ninety of her favorite vegan recipes.

The Greatest Pirate Story Never Told! is a madcap, musical adventure that revolves around Captain Henry Martin and his stalwart crew. Since the show is mostly improvised, it is quite literally never the same twice. Christopher Leidenfrost (Playwright) and Rick Leidenfrost-Wilson (Director) share their story of taking the musical to Broadway.

Christian Edwards is the Chief Marketing and Development Officer for his 96 year old family business, Edward Marc Chocolatier. Edward Marc chocolates are available online, at Saks Fifth Avenue, and now their Pretzel Snappers are sold at 133 Costco locations in 16 states.

Shop Talk looks at the holiday office party. They can be fun, but they can also cripple your career. Here are some basic rules of survival. Join the conversation at 866-305-6887.

Whil is a meditative approach to life, a way to temporarily shut down the brain, set an immediate measurable commitment to do something, and power forward to instantaneously boost your productivity. Whil was created by Chip and Shannon Wilson, the founders of Lululemon Athletica.

Tim Hanlon is President of Wells Fargo Foundation and an Executive Vice President of Wells Fargo, and through his leadership and advocacy, Wells Fargo was an early funder of HIV/ AIDS prevention and education. Tim is being honored with the 2013 Lifetime of Commitment Award for his selfless dedication which has inspired many others to follow his example. He is only the 4th individual to receive this honor. Join the conversation at 866-305-6887.

Erica Ariel Fox is the New York Times Bestselling author of Winning From Within: A Breakthrough Method for Leading, Living, and Lasting Change. She teaches negotiation at Harvard Law School, where she began teaching in 1996. Erica brings a unique voice to the conversation about leading wisely and living well.

Shop Talk looks at Eight Disgusting Words To Avoid In Your Content Marketing Strategy. join the conversation at 866-305-6887.