In this episode of The Neil Haley Show – Total Celebrity Segment, Neil welcomes the legendary Ernie Hudson, acclaimed actor known for Ghostbusters, The Crow, Oz, and The Hand That Rocks the Cradle. Hudson discusses his guest appearance on Blue Bloods, where he plays a frustrated inner-city principal who takes matters into his own hands. Drawing on his own background in education, Neil relates to Hudson’s comments about the challenges teachers and administrators face in today’s schools. Hudson praises co-stars Donnie Wahlberg and Tom Selleck, applauding the show’s authenticity and its willingness to portray the realities of the American school system.
The conversation shifts to Hudson’s continuing success on Grace and Frankie, where he plays the warm, grounded love interest opposite Jane Fonda’s character. He shares his admiration for both Fonda and Lily Tomlin and explains why the series resonates across generations. Hudson also reveals his excitement for his upcoming role as Gabrielle Union’s father in NBC’s Bad Boys spinoff series, noting that the show combines high-energy action with fresh storylines and a strong message of female empowerment.
Next, Neil introduces Levanah Shell Bdolak, author of A Fairy Story: Saving the Green. Levanah shares how her move to a secluded canyon home awakened her connection to nature and opened communication with fairies who urged her to write a book. Her novel merges fantasy, spirituality, and environmental awareness, following a clairvoyant heroine who discovers her fae ancestry and joins the fairy realm to heal an imbalanced planet. Through rich imagery and mythical adventure, Levanah invites readers to rediscover harmony with the Earth and their own intuitive gifts.
Neil and Levanah explore how reconnecting with nature can bring emotional healing and inner peace. Levanah explains that fairies are not mythical fantasies but conscious caretakers of the planet who live in balance with creation. By understanding their message—unity, joy, and respect for the environment—humans can begin to heal themselves and the world around them. The discussion blends mysticism and mindfulness, reminding listeners that spiritual growth often begins with slowing down and listening to the natural world.
The episode concludes with Art Napolitano, a global entrepreneur and direct-sales leader who shares his journey from broke musician to multimillion-dollar mentor. Art discusses his passion for personal development and introduces Zinzino, a Scandinavian wellness company pioneering test-based nutrition. He explains the science behind Omega-3 and Omega-6 balance, the dangers of chronic inflammation, and how Zinzino’s evidence-based products empower people to take charge of their health. Together, Neil and Art deliver an uplifting conversation about building financial freedom, embracing wellness, and living with purpose.