The Jazz for Peace™ Podcast featuring Rick DellaRatta

Our latest Season 2 Episode of "The Final Solution is LOVE!" Presented by Jazz for Peace™ brings us CHRISTIANE ARBESU, the FOUNDER & PRESIDENT of TERREBONNE PRODUCTIONS. Her mission is to create visual content that informs, educates and inspires the public across all platforms. Their goal is to raise human consciousness and awareness by creating informative videos that shed light on important issues, causes, communities and organizations. They specialize in working with the educational sector, the healthcare industry and charitable foundations. Their extensive background in television production, news, documentary films and corporate industries make her adept in sharing your story with th...

Corrections:The communist government came into power in Kerala in 1957, not 1954.I made a mistake with the number of gods (Muppathimukkodi (33 Crore) daivangal is a common phrase in Malayalam;  “the Vedas, the term “33 koti devata.”)Origin of the "33 Crore Gods" Idea:•            The common belief that there are "33 crore" (330 million) gods in India stems from an ancient Hindu text; the original Vedic tradition refers to 33 'koti'.•            The Sanskrit word ‘koti,’ which can mean both ‘type’ and ‘crore’ (ten million).Episode 46 brings us to Memphis to meet Saji Madapat, whose geopolitical insight...

Tom & Rita Monte are part of the heart & soul of an artist community located in the middle of New York City. Tom's passion is music and Rita's is writing. This interview covers their authentic journey together as a couple from the time they met in 1977 leading up to their latest project as the subject of a documentary by Cuban Filmmaker Christiane Arbescu titled "Our Journey to Resilience: Obstacles We've Overcome". The episode features two original songs performed live by Tom and a poem also read live by Rita which naturally led to an additional musical tribute to their illustrious...

"Leadership today isn't about having all the answers; it's about mastering the voyage." This is the conviction that drives today’s guest from Melbourne, Australia Dave Chauhan. With 17+ years navigating the often-turbulent waters of leadership – from factory floors to executive boardrooms across diverse industries – Dave has learned firsthand that old playbooks often fall short in our complex world. This journey inspired him to develop Nautical Leadership, a practical framework for leading with courage, clarity, and humanity, which he explores in his new book, "Captain, Set Sail.” His ability to not just weather storms, but also harness their power became the inspira...

On Season 2, Episode 28 the Jazz for Peace Podcast addresses the Epstein issue and predatory concerns regarding our youth with seasoned clinical psychologist Alexandra J. Rogers and her NEW Book Journey to Successful Parenting! Throughout her thirty-year career in California, Dr. Rogers has worked with children and families. She began her career as a psychological assistant, doing psychological, educational, and neuropsychological testing. Soon, she branched into individual and group therapy, parenting groups, and implementing school-based interventions. Her basic advice to parents is to stay in touch with your kids even if it's only five minutes a day to make sure...

Desirel Calvin-Lawrence has figured out "How to Predict Exactly How Your Relationship Will Unfold — And Find the Perfect Partner in 5 Minutes" with the KNCSR Meta Method. This amazing episode discusses why your month and date of birth, along with your alignment with the universe and ecosystem can play a role in the success of the KNCSR Meta Method at a time where more conventional methods have been coming up short while inspiring Rick's performance of the New Orleans Classic "A New Kind Of Love". Find out all about it and sign up to fing YOUR true love at: https://he...

Joel Harrop's journey led him to becoming an Australian Army logistics officer in the Middle East, Queensland political figure, Homeless. Psych ward regular. Suicide survival and Spiritually bankrupt before finding Plant medicine, The Ancestors, Ceremony, Shipibo Tapestry and enlightenment in the Amazon. A must see episode which also inspired a unique South American Rhythmic infused version of Over the Rainbow by Rick! Find out more about Joel and see and purchase the amazing indigenous art work at: https://manyblessings.com.auAND ~ HELP us Take the World from ZERO to ONE HUNDRED! ...

Rev. Dr. Xenia Barnes, founder of Gold Mind Thoughts Leadership Firm and RDB Speaks , has dedicated her career to transforming personal trauma into systemic triumph. Through groundbreaking methodologies and innovative solutions, Dr. Barnes is leading the charge in trauma-informed organizational transformation, community healing, and cultural competency training, achieving measurable impact in urban communities and corporate environments alike. With the feel of transformation surrounding this riveting conversation, it’s no wonder that Rick became inspired to perform a unique medley of Linking Park’s "Not Alone" along with his own “Jazz for Peace Poem”.To learn more about Rev. Dr. Barnes an...

After 45 years in journalism (25 at CNN), interviewing presidents (Reagan and Carter) and famous people, John DeDakis has channeled his personal Journey with grief and loss into six political thrillers which has him also in demand as a speaker. Combine this with his love of the arts and the art form of jazz in particular and you've got yourself a powerhouse episode which inspired this musical performance of Ricks own composition Altered Impressions which he wrote as an extension to John's personal request of the classic by Miles Davis "So What".Find out more about John and his...

John Taylor McEntire is a leadership strategist, international speaker, and creator of the SYNC Method®, a registered framework that helps leaders align who they are with how they lead. His voice on the stage through theater & music along with his world travels and work with non profits ushered in great synergies with Rick that became the inspiration for a musical medley of the Japanese Classic Kojo No Tsuki and the American Classic SUNNY and his thorough explanation of how to get funding from Jazz for Peace that can save the world! Find out more about John's company Mutual Prosperity a...

Robert 'B-Cide' Cardillo II has been featured on 170+ news outlets including Yahoo Finance, Digital Journal, and Benzinga via his work as a Rapper, producer, and author of Myelin My Shoes—a raw, unfiltered memoir about life with MS, mental health battles, and the 25-year underground music grind. This no holds barred discussion about the Music Industry and overcoming health adversities lead to hopeful talk about his 2026 comeback and inspired Rick's performance of "We Can't Make It Here" combining Rick's original Jazz Stylings with James McMurtry's Lyrics. Find out more about B-Cide's comeback and book at: https://b-cide.com...

Season 2 Episode 23 Brings us our greatest moment of serendipity EVER as "The Final Solution is LOVE!" welcomes Kim Anderson. Her latest offering, The Pathway To Your Divine Perfect Mate, is an 8-step system guiding women of faith to heal, grow, and position themselves for the love and marriage they truly desire. Kim’s mission: To see women step confidently into their purpose, unlock their worth, and create the love story they deserve. "I Help Equip & Empower Ladies to Become a Better/Best Version of Themselves to Attract Their Ideal Love & Live Out Their Very Own Magical Love Story!" Find ou...

Shirley B. Novack is a first generation daughter of Polish/Russian parents and only recently realized her dream come true when she published her first book during the pandemic. She now has two extremely relevant books that deserve all of the attention they are receiving! This episode's focus on her latest release "Stolen Lives" brought to light a great discussion about it's subject of Human Trafficking along with numerous other relevant topics which culminated in an authentic and inspired performance by Rick of a Classic Jazz Standard that he first learned as student in Boston titled "Star Eyes". Find...

Kim Depole, an acclaimed New York City-based interior designer with interiors spanning over two decades is ALSO a lifelong meditator. This combination found great synergy with our theme and message at JAZZforPEACE leading to a widely expanded conversation that inspired a performance by Rick that included Jazz from Brazil along with his own original lyrics that he wrote for the John Coltrane classic Lazy Bird! Find out more about Kim’s work at: https://depoledesign.com/  and on Substack at: https://kimdepole.substack.com/s/letters-from-the-heart AND ~ HELP us Take the World from Z...

Pamela Michaux was taken from Congo at 7, silenced by abuse and racism, and stood alone in court at 12. Mundele Diaries is her rise from survival to global voice. A raw, global memoir that turns silence into strength and pain into purpose, the book is scheduled for re-release in late September, 2025 and her amazing story was the inspiration for Rick's once-in-a-lifetime performance of the Italian Classic "Estate". All of which makes for an episode you don't want to miss! For more information please visit: https://www.amazon.com/Mundele-Diaries-Pamela-Michaux/dp/1917613040/AND........drumroll.................CYMBAL CRASH ~ Here's y...

Roxanne Davenport is a writer and advocate for Epilepsy awareness. Her work with "Seize"ure The Day! and Defeating Epilepsy Foundation helps people around the world spreading epilepsy awareness. Defeating Epilepsy Foundation sends newsletters out to people around the world translated in their language. Her message is "people around the world need to know that people with epilepsy are normal." And, as a piano player herself, she also believes that music can play a role through songs with lyrics that spread epilepsy awareness. All of these good vibrations plus her southern residency of Lewiston, North Carolina brought out a...

Erica M. Elliott is a medical doctor with a busy practice in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She has been nicknamed "The Health Detective" for her ability to solve medical mysteries. Erica is also an author of two books, "Medicine and Miracles in the High Desert: My Life Among the Navajo People" and her more recent memoir, "From Mountains to Medicine: Scaling the Heights in Search of My Calling." She has given talks and workshops in various venues throughout the country, including Omega Institute and Esalen Institute. She is an inveterate storyteller. And her amazing stories had Rick dreaming into...

Episode 29 of Season 2 brings us Dr. Hank Seitz – The Mind Scientist Who Turns the Impossible into Reality. Dr. Hank is a mental scientist, ordained minister, businessman, author, and life coach with an extraordinary story of resilience and transformation. After a devastating car accident left him shattered, doctors told him he would never walk again. But instead of accepting their prognosis, he tapped into Divine Intelligence (DI)—the limitless power within—and became a walking miracle. Now, Dr. Hank is on a mission to help others unlock their greatest possibility by harnessing the power of their mind. A mission that inspir...

Season 2 Episode 19 brings us Mark Mustian, the internationally bestselling author of "The Gendarme" and "Boy With Wings,” who is also the president of the Word of South Festival of Literature and Music in Tallahassee, Florida, now in its eleventh year of pairing authors and musicians in interesting ways. The special conversation between the two of them involving both literature and music inspired some equally special songs performed by Rick including Cole Porter’s Just One of Those Things, Louis Armstrong's Sleepy Time Down South, and Carole King's Classic "Jazzman"! A must see for all lovers of Authors, Music and Litera...

Season 2 Episode 26 brings us Michael Isaac Shokrian, Editor in Chief of the literary magazine the Thieving Magpie and author of debut novel American Playground based on author's experiences immigrating to Los Angeles from Tehran in the 1970s. Michael's mission to deliver thought-provoking writing to readers everywhere inspired the inclusion of his recorded rendition of the Jazz Classic ISFAHAN featuring his own original lyrics plus a LIVE rendition of Seals & Crofts SUMMER BREEZE like you have never heard before nor will ever hear again. Learn more about Michael and buy his book at: https://www.mishokrian.com/ and join his...