Episodes

As the executive director of The Kentucky Wildlands, Tammie Nazario has been a driving force behind the region's economic pivot from coal to tourism. With over 800 waterfalls as her office backdrop, Tammie embodies the resil...

There’s something deeply inspiring about choosing a life that feels true to you—even when it looks completely different from what’s expected. I had the chance to connect with Lisa Jansen, a New Zealand-based writer and digita...

There’s something incredibly powerful about redefining what’s possible—and Kristen Secor is doing exactly that. Born with a rare form of muscular dystrophy, she has faced challenges that could easily limit her world, but inst...

Some stories are born out of loss—but transform into something far greater. In this conversation with Kamal X, a self-taught documentary photographer, we explore how a deeply personal experience turned into a journey of purpo...

There’s something really special about rediscovering a place that shaped you—and that’s exactly what Mandy Volpe shares as she walks us through her journey with the Interactive Neighborhood for Kids (INK) in Gainesville, Geor...

Travel has a way of shifting something deep within us—and in this Inspirational Interlude, I explore how stepping outside of our comfort zones can completely transform the way we see the world… and ourselves. From navigating ...

Travel becomes so much more meaningful when we approach it with intention—and in this Inspirational Interlude, I share how shifting your mindset can completely transform your experiences. It’s not just about where you go, but...

There’s something incredibly powerful about turning your passion into a purpose—and that’s exactly what Royce Johnson’s story reflects. From growing up immersed in the outdoors to building a career in park management, Royce s...

Turning passion into purpose isn’t always a straight path—and Robert Young’s journey into the world of craft brewing is proof of that. What started as a curiosity sparked during his travels quickly evolved into something much...

Creativity doesn’t have to fit into a single box—and Kevin Stark is a perfect example of what happens when you fully embrace every creative passion you have. From building the only Toy and Action Figure Museum of its kind to ...

There’s something incredibly powerful about community, purpose, and creating opportunities where they didn’t exist before. In this episode, I share the story of how GHA Autism Supports and Second Street Sundries are changing ...

Building something meaningful doesn’t always start with a perfect plan—sometimes it begins with a simple idea that takes on a life of its own. In this episode, I share the story of Mary Wysocki and how a small creative outlet...

Some stories remind us just how powerful resilience, community, and purpose can be—and Connie Blalock’s journey is one of those stories. In this episode, I share her path from a childhood marked by hardship to becoming the he...

Taking a leap into the unknown can be both exciting and overwhelming—and in this episode, I share a conversation that captures exactly that. Patty Davis opens up about what it really looks like to leave behind a familiar life...

Some experiences stay with you forever—and my conversation with Martha Rebour is one of those that brings me right back to the moments that changed how I see the world. From traveling to Zambia and witnessing firsthand the re...

Some journeys unfold in ways we never could have planned, and Shawn Oke’s story is a perfect example of that. What began as a lifelong calling to the fire service eventually grew into something unexpected: preserving and expa...

Michele Herrmann has been writing now for a quarter of her life and stays grateful for every byline then and now. Her byline has appeared on outlets ranging from AAA, Thrillist, Shondaland, Forbes and USA Today. While Michele...

Amy Bizzarri lives in a circa 1900 home in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago. When she isn't at home indulging in her passion for baking, you'll find her wandering the world. Amy has come face to face with gorillas in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, helped to build a school in Mali, drove th…

Chris Cowan has been an internationally-recognized leader in Law Enforcement for over 30 years. With experience leading various special ops, security and crime suppression teams, developing professional development programs, ...

Welcome to this episode featuring PJ Barnes, a New York native who discovered his passion for the arts at a young age and has dedicated his life to it ever since. From joining a theatre troupe in 8th grade to producing films,...

In this episode, Christina Karis, the talented American film and television actress, opens up about her experiences growing up amidst a racial divide, her journey to becoming an actress, and her recent role on the hit NBC ser...

In this episode, we're joined by Marc Howard, the Founding Director of the Prisons and Justice Initiative at Georgetown University and President of the Frederick Douglass Project for Justice. With over three decades of experience in government and law, Marc's research focuses on criminal justice in…

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with John Austin, a sound and film expert who possesses the rare ability to speak backwards fluently. John has made appearances on TV shows like America's Got Talent, Germany's Got Tale...

Join us in this captivating episode of our podcast as we sit down with Aspen Heidekrueger, a remarkable 22-year-old cancer survivor and the first-ever recipient of the 'Old Family Scholarship' established by my family with C...