Coast to Coast with Heather Dawson: Ryan Reed, Apollo 13, Jersey Boys, and More!

This week on Coast to Coast, Heather Dawson delivered a whirlwind of stories that spanned from NASCAR racetracks to Hollywood classics, inspiring health initiatives, and the future of finance. Here’s what went down:

Racing Against the Odds

Roush Fenway Racing’s Ryan Reed is making waves on the NASCAR circuit. Diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes just two years ago, Ryan defied the odds and returned to racing, driving his Nationwide debut with determination and a continuous glucose monitor mounted right on his dash. Beyond racing, Ryan is using his platform to raise awareness for the 26 million Americans living with diabetes, partnering with the American Diabetes Association through Drive to Stop Diabetes. “The biggest success comes when someone walks up to me and says, ‘You helped make a difference,’” Ryan shared.

Back to the Big Screen

Ron Howard’s Apollo 13 is rocketing back into IMAX theaters on September 19th! Relive the tension, the heroics, and the iconic moments as NASA faces its most infamous crisis.

Clint Eastwood & Jersey Boys

At 95, Clint Eastwood shows no signs of slowing down. His musical biopic Jersey Boys, chronicling Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, hits the spotlight again at the Lisbon Film Festival. Featuring original Broadway performers and live musical numbers, the film captures the energy and authenticity of the stage while bringing the legendary story to new audiences.

Fentanyl Awareness

On National Fentanyl Prevention & Awareness Day, Richard Taite and Greg Swan spoke about the devastating epidemic that’s taken the lives of thousands. Their message is clear: awareness saves lives. Heather highlighted the heartbreaking personal stories and the ongoing mission to educate communities across the nation.

Health & Lifestyle Spotlight

Self-help guru Paul McKenna shared his innovative Hypnotic Gastric Band method for weight loss. Using hypnosis to “trick” the mind, participants have reported losing significant weight without surgery, side effects, or extreme diets—proving sometimes the mind is the most powerful tool of all.

Cybersecurity & Crypto Insights

Coinbase CISO Jeff Lunghoffer broke down the essentials of cryptocurrency, custody, and protecting your digital assets. His advice? Educate yourself, use trusted partners, and never engage with unsolicited messages claiming to offer crypto opportunities.

From racing tracks to Broadway stages, and from life-saving awareness campaigns to digital finance tips, this week’s Coast to Coast had something for everyone.