Dr. Michael Baglino | SpeakerHub

Personal Details

Current position (1)

author/writer

EuroAmericanServices

Achievements (2)

Dr. of Education in Community College Instruction, Ed. D.

Florida International University, Miami - 1992 [emphasis in behavioral science and international education]

'CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy'

UDEMY Practitioner Certificate – Academy of Modern Applied Psychology

Degrees (2)

Ed. D. Community College Education in Behavioral Science

Florida International University, Miami - Ed. D.

1981 to 1992

Educational Administration

Winona State University, MN - B. A., M. S. 6th Yr. Prof. Certif.

1961 to 1974

Bio

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Author, Professor, Educator

Dr. Michael J. Baglino, Ed. D. is a retired college professor of behavioral science and a graduate of both Winona State University, MN and Florida International University, Miami. Michael is also a retired entertainer [singer/actor], performing primarily as a Frank Sinatra tribute artist under the name ‘Michael Matone’. He is a professional member of the Society of Catholic Social Scientists and a regular contributor to www.Catholic365.com and www.catholicjournal.us. Hit by spiritual lightning no less than 3 times, he has transitioned himself to begin a career in public speaking. The Baglino family, wife and children, all live in South Florida.

Entertainer, Vocalist

Dr. Baglino is a retired college teacher, most recently an adjunct professor in behavioral science at Palm Beach State College, Florida. He is a graduate of both Winona State University, MN and Florida International University, Miami. Michael is also a retired entertainer [singer/actor], performing primarily as a Frank Sinatra tribute artist under the name ‘Michael Matone’. An author of 5 books, he is a professional member of the Society of Catholic Social Scientists and a regular contributor to www.Catholic365.com and www.catholicjournal.us. The Baglino family, wife and children, all live in SouthFlorida.

Local Awards

2008 'Most Intriguing FL Personality' by Florida Monthly Magazine;

2012 Selected: 'Best Tribute Artist' - By Talent Gold, UK;

2012 #1 jazz vocalist of the Palm Beaches - ReverbNation;

2017 Extraordinary Service Award -

Knights of Columbus, St. Therese Catholic Parish;

2023 Family of the Year, Knights of Columbus, St. Therese Parish

Presentations

Presentations (8)

"Spiritual Lightning: 'You Only Live Thrice'"

Based on my book 'You Only Live Thrice'. From three life-saving surgeries and more, God's messages became a testimony on rededicating a life to Catholicism and reaching heaven. How to work your plan, mission and purpose. Practical and inspiring.

6 Characteristics of a Good Husband

Supporting marital success by Identifying positive behaviors for marriage and family. How does an interracial couple with such disparate experiences, psychological, cultural, and socio- economic characteristics, maintain their relationship in an era of marital failure? For Christian audiences.

From Gramsci to Freud: 6 Anti Christian Philosophers Who Ruined America

Recognizing anti-Christian tactics and the roots of international conflict from the following philosophers: Antonio Gramsci, Herbert Marcuse, Georg Hegel, Ludwig Feuerbach, Karl Marx, Sigmund Freud. Demonstrating its application in the modern era, and what the one thing a Christian can do about it.

6 Facts on Music: Psychology, Science and the Bible

Overcome fear, reduce depression and anxiety, invite joy through audience engagement. Demonstrate the positive functions of music, singing, dance. Don't be scared, our audience participation is fun. Singing is more fun than therapy and cheaper than drinking.

5 Origins of Prejudice and What to do About It

Improving our abilities to cope in an ever-changing diverse population. Expounding on Gordon Allport's Masterpiece, 'The Nature of Prejudice', here is an updated presentation along with practical solutions to our modern dilemma.

The Christian Nature of Baseball and College Wrestling

Explores how baseball and wrestling meet Christian culture and the principles of success. Great for sports banquets and award dinners. If you play or watch baseball, you are doing God's will. Dittos for college wrestling.

6 Life Lessons from 6 Students

Applying the lessons of life's changes: grace, mercy, hope, and direction, from 6 of my adult students. The lessons learned from students from diverse places, such as Zaire, Colombia, Vietnam, Brazil, Cambodia, and Miami, are explored for their unique backgrounds and experiences. For Christian and young adult audiences.

The Christian Perspective in the Ologies

Strengthening ourselves as we confront the battles of spiritual warfare. What the new priests of psychology, sociology, and anthropology have left out is the dimension of the spiritual component, specifically Jesus Christ. How Christianity fits into these behavioral perspectives. Based on my book 'The Dr. B. Reader on the Ologies.'

Workshops (2)

America and It's Problem with Teenagers

1 hour

Suggestions for improving inter-generational education and communication. By evaluating the teenage dilemma, we can recognize adolescent stage of development as unique from other stages and how modern American culture shortchanges our youth. 5 issues confronting our culture. 4 Case studies included for group participation in that evaluation. Christian audiences.

3 Christian Leaders: Maturity and Communication

1 hour

Improving and strengthening leadership through the cultural basis of communication. Assessing our abilities to communicate thru action, procedural, people, and theoretical orientations. Focus is on Mother Teresa, Alexandre Solzhenysten, Dr. Martin Luther King, and 4 cultural communication styles for us all.

Past talks (3)

Roots of Prejudice, periodic college lectures

Dr. Michael Baglino

Palm Beach State College

January 16, 2020

Culturally Based Communication Styles, periodic college lecture

Dr. Michael J. Baglino

Palm Beach State College

January 22, 2020

Michael Matone Presents: MC and Sinatra Tribute

Mar-a-Lago

Palm Beach, FL

July 9, 2020

All (11)
Videos (4)
Photos (3)
Slides (1)
One sheet (2)
Press information (1)

- YouTube

A Tribute To Sinatra and The Legends of Vegas MM

Michael Matone Baglino

Michael Matone / Dr. B.

Dr. Baglino

Matone at Bronx Club

Spiritual Lightning

Dr. B. and 5 Public Speaker Topics

Dr. Michael J. Baglino, Ed. D.

Books & Articles (9)

From Gramsci to Freud: 7 Anti Christian Philosophers Who Ruined America

LT Publishing,

2023

The Dr. B. Reader on the Ologies: Psychology, Sociology Anthropology

Penguin Writer,

2023

From Europe to Florida: Encounters with Psychology, Culture and Religion

LT Publishing,

2023

The Penguin Writers,

2022

You Only Live Thrice: Semi Biographical Articles and Vignettes on Religion and Culture

The Penguin Writers,

2022

Fyodor Dostoyevsky and Victor Hugo: Two Authors Every Christian Should Read

What is So Special About Indiantown, FL?

Essential Tips for Lectors

Who is Missing in Your Family?

Expertise (11)

Education

Social & Political

Leadership

Clients

Palm Beach State College - Loxahatchee, FL

Miami Dade College - Miami, FL

St. Therese de Lisieux Catholic Parish - Wellington, FL

St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church - Miami, FL

Awards & certifications (5)

'Most Intriguing FL Personality'

Florida Monthly Magazine

2008

'Best Tribute Artist'

Talent Gold, London

2012

Extraordinary Service Award

Knights of Columbus, St. Therese Catholic Parish

2017

Family of the Year

Knights of Columbus, St. Therese Catholic Parish

2023

#1 Jazz Vocalist of the Palm Beaches

ReverbNation

2018

Reviews

Testimonials (1)

Dr. Michael Baglino joined my podcast Voices of Hope and shared his deeply personal experiences with spiritual lightning. He had a strong message of resilience and faith that had a positive impact on me and I believe will be very beneficial for my audience. I would highly recommend Dr. Baglino especially if you are looking for a powerful faith-based message.
Omar Kenyatta Clark