Best Ashish Kothari Podcasts (2025)

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How Founders Can Flourish Without Burning Out with Lisa Mikkelsen 45:44

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Founders are praised for their grit — but what about their grace? In this powerful episode of The Flourishing Edge, Ashish Kothari sits down with Lisa Mikkelsen, Partner at Flourish Ventures, to explore the hidden mental and emotional costs of entrepreneurship — and how founders can thrive without sacrificing their well-being. Lisa shares hard-won …

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How to Be Happy (Even When You’re Not) — with Ashish Kothari, CEO of the Happiness Squad 1:16:14

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In this Breaking Normal Podcast episode, Daniel Eisenman sits down with Ashish Kothari, the CEO of Happiness Squad (https://happinesssquad.com), to explore what it really means to be “hardwired for happiness.” From Vipassana retreats to neuroscience and mysticism, Ashish unpacks why even billionaires struggle with joy — and how to shift from fear t…

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Being the Biggest Fan of Your Friends — with Eagle McMahon 1:13:51

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This episode is a special one. Eagle McMahon is not only one of the most iconic disc golfers on Earth… he’s also one of my favorite humans to watch evolve. From veganism to humanism, from shoulder surgery to a full return of power, from sponsor shifts to Saturn return upgrades—Eagle came through the Breaking Normal Bison Heartquarters ready to fly …

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The 4-Day Workweek Revolution: Redefining Productivity and Human Flourishing with Karen Lowe 50:07

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What if working less could help us live more — with greater energy, purpose, and joy? In this eye-opening conversation, Ashish Kothari sits down with Karen Lowe, South Africa’s lead advocate for the 4-Day Workweek movement and founder of 4 Day Week South Africa, to explore how shorter work weeks are transforming productivity, culture, and well-bein…

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Travel for the Health of It — with Jason Hernstad 1:30:08

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From South Africa to Tibet to getting barreled in Bali, Jason Hernstad’s pilgrimage reveals why parts of him had to die to truly live. We explore how billionaires can be broke without community, why fighting for good is an everyday practice, and how contemplating death brings us closer to life. Plus, a touch of tallow, synchronicity in Encinitas, a…

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Building Inclusive, Compassionate, and Flourishing Workplaces with David Shapiro 1:01:30

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What if your next “competitive edge” as a company wasn’t innovation or efficiency—but compassion? In this eye-opening episode of The Flourishing Edge, Ashish Kothari sits down with David Shapiro to unpack how recovery-friendly workplaces are redefining what it means to truly support employees. From mental health to substance use recovery, David rev…

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Turning Grief into Growth with Ian Ziskin 47:19

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What if the most painful moments in life could become the greatest catalysts for growth? In this deeply moving episode of The Flourishing Edge, Ashish Kothari sits down with Ian Ziskin, President of EXec EXcel Group LLC, author, and leadership thought leader, to explore the powerful connection between loss, learning, and leadership. Ian shares the …

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Tribe Vitamins Training for Elk & Bison Badassadors | With Founder Daniel Eisenman 48:51

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In this solo training episode, Tribe Vitamins founder Daniel Eisenman answers 20 key questions to help @amaranthfoods and their team — and anyone passionate about ancestral nutrition — learn how to confidently represent and sell Tribe Vitamins. From why Daniel chose bison and elk over cows, to the deeper story behind “Before fences, there were biso…

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How to Truly Flourish Through Life’s Highs and Lows with Dr. Michelle McQuaid 51:28

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What if our obsession with being “happy all the time” is actually what’s keeping us from true wellbeing? We’ve been chasing happiness as a fixed state, a finish line we’re supposed to reach and stay at. But that’s not how life works. Real flourishing isn’t about constant positivity, but learning to move with life’s rhythm through the highs and the …

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The Price of Security Is Insecurity — with Craig Steinfeld | Father, Entrepreneur, and Poet 1:03:57

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In this Breaking Normal conversation, Daniel Eisenman sits down with Craig Steinfeld — a father, entrepreneur, and poet — to explore what it really means to live on the fringe of ordinary and embrace the mystery of life. Together they journey through: 🌌 Divine orchestration through synchronicity 🧭 Jungian philosophy and embracing the unknown 💫 The …

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Flash Floods to Burning Man: Detoxing Microplastics, Bee Venom, and Building Resilience w/ Dr. Miles Nichols 🐝🔥 1:15:28

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Dr. Miles Nichols, co-founder of MedicineWithHeart.com, joins Daniel Eisenman for a Breaking Normal conversation that dives into the wild edge where health, discomfort, and consciousness meet. From being helicoptered out of a Colorado flash flood to guiding breathwork and ice-cold showers at Burning Man, Miles shares how hormetic stress — the right…

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“Study the Kids — They Hold the Secret” with Matt Bernstein of Ape Co 1:01:12

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What if the secret to mastery is hidden in the way children move — not in how adults train? In this long-awaited Breaking Normal conversation, Daniel Eisenman sits down with Matt Bernstein, founder of Ape Co Movement in Boulder, Colorado — a student of movement, father of three, and one of the original disciples of Ido Portal’s philosophy. Matt sha…

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How AI can Amplify Human Flourishing with Tamara Lechner 48:20

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Technology promised us progress, and it delivered. But it also left us disconnected, distracted, and disheartened at the same time. With AI advancing faster than human adaptation or regulation, will it erode our humanity, or can it become the very tool that helps us flourish? In this episode of the Happiness Squad Podcast, Ashish Kothari sits down …

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Eudaimonia as the Blueprint for Creating Flourishing Workplaces with Andrew Soren 42:04

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What would it look like if organizations were intentionally designed for human flourishing instead of mere survival? Most workplaces today are leaking energy—burnout is rising, workers are underpaid, and leaders are still chasing profits at the expense of people. We’ve never had more knowledge about wellbeing, yet we remain starved for practice, wi…

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Nature Is the Original Biohack, and Support Is the Ultimate Stack — with Joshua J. Holland 1:10:50

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In this deeply experiential conversation, Joshua J. Holland — a world-traveling biohacker, holistic coach, and leader of the Vivobarefoot Coaching Program — joins Daniel Eisenman (Breaking Normal, Tribe Vitamins) to explore the alchemy between nature, movement, and modern biohacking. The synchronicity started before the mics were even on — both Jos…

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How Can I Learn From You? — The Methylene Blueprint for Biohacking, Business & Beyond with Boomer Anderson (CEO of Troscriptions) 1:24:44

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In this Breaking Normal conversation, Daniel Eisenman sits down with Boomer Anderson, CEO of Troscriptions (https://troscriptions.com/breakingnormal) and The Health Optimization Blueprint, to explore the power of the transformative question: “How can I learn from you?” This episode is a deep dive into biohacking, business, and becoming your own exp…

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Human Flourishing at Work – Building a Life of Service and Self-Care with Dr. Tenzin Dadul 40:10

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Great leaders pour themselves into serving others, sometimes until they burn out. But if you want lasting impact, understand that it requires balance. When service comes without self-care, burnout follows. And when self-care comes without service, your leadership’s meaning fades. That’s why the key is learning to hold both, so you can thrive while …

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Flourishing Wellbeing – How Small and Medium Businesses Can Turn Their Size Into Strength and Flourish with Sri Kaza 46:43

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RICHuals, Rivers & Rising Suns: Cheyenne Carter on Psychedelics, Vitality & River-Washed Hair 55:05

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In this Breaking Normal conversation, I sit down with Cheyenne Carter (@msdarcycarter) — psychedelic guide, musician, yoga teacher, and founder of Dose of Vitality (https://doseofvitality.squarespace.com/costa-rica-retreat). We explore: ✨ The importance of daily RICHuals and how they connect us to our ancestors. 🌞 Walking by faith and trusting that…

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Does Daniel Have Asperger’s? Truth, Comedy, Genetics, & Health with Dr. Sam Shay, DC, IFMCP 1:14:28

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💡 Special gift for listeners: https://app.inkind.com/refer/XQV7JTEW Join inKind with Daniel’s link and get $25 free to enjoy at amazing restaurants while supporting local dining. 🦌🦬 Learn more at www.TribeVitamins.com — the home of bison liver, elk velvet antler, and other primal, truth-fueled superfoods. 🔗 Explore more from Dr. Sam Shay at www.DrS…

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Flourishing at Work - Leading with Courage and Kindness with Grace Zuncic 1:00:00

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What truly drives people to thrive at work isn’t perks or programs, but the culture leaders create every single day. But when the day-to-day culture at work is marked by fear, unclear roles, and pressure from the top, people disengage no matter how many benefits you offer. Leaders often miss this because they’re chasing quarterly targets or process…

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The Only Way Out Is Through The Soil: Azuraye’s Audacious Vision for Yellow Barn Farm 57:06

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In this episode of the Breaking Normal Podcast, Daniel sits down with Azuraye Wycoff, visionary steward of Yellow Barn Farm (https://www.yellowbarn.farm) in Boulder, Colorado.Together they trace the land’s extraordinary journey — from its roots as Indigenous territory, to it’s initial homesteading in 1865 by the Allen Brothers, to its time as an in…

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Leadership Training Programs - How Leaders Can Empower Teams to Flourish and Create Big Change at Work with Gretchen Spreitzer 51:46

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Work doesn’t have to be a grind. In fact, the smallest acts of care, recognition, and empowerment can spark extraordinary transformation in how people show up and thrive. Yet too many leaders still chase big programs and sweeping changes, overlooking the everyday moments that actually matter most. What if the secret to flourishing at work has been …

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The Transformation Code: Ending Avoidance, Unlocking Presence & Breaking Hustle Myths w/ Sam Church 1:16:12

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On this episode of The Breaking Normal Podcast, I sit down with Sam Church—host of The Transformation Code—to explore what it really means to stop avoiding, to unlock true presence, and to break free from the hustle myth. We dive into: • The hidden costs of chasing success • How to transform avoidance into authentic connection • Why presence create…

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Leadership Training for Managers - How to Move From Victimhood to Agency in Leadership and Life with Shawn Quinn 55:35

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Leaders often assume transformation comes from learning new skills or following the latest management trend. But real change begins when we confront our own beliefs, reflect deeply, and choose to step out of victimhood into agency. That inner work is what lays the foundation for lasting growth in how we lead and live. Only then can leaders create c…

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From Gaza to Burning Man: Yovel Peretz on War, Manhood, and True Beauty 1:09:48

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In this Breaking Normal Podcast episode, I sit down with my producer and friend Yovel Peretz (founder of Let’s Do Podcast), to dive deep into his remarkable journey: • At 15 years old, Yovel visited Miami with his father and dreamed of building a business in America one day. • That same year, he began applying for the Israeli Defense Force Special …

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Flourishing at Work - Unlocking Human Potential By Rethinking Talent Development for a Flourishing Future of Work with Stacey Dietsch 51:30

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For years, companies have relied on credentials and rigid job structures that filter out talent instead of developing it. But in a world where roles are shifting fast, especially with AI, those old models are holding organizations back and leaving employees frustrated. It’s time for organizations to unlock human potential by rethinking talent devel…

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From Fire Captain to City Council — Rob Kaplan on Danger, Leadership, and Breaking Normal in Boulder 56:09

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Rob Kaplan’s story begins in Gary, Indiana, a place once known as the murder capital of America, and winds all the way to Boulder, Colorado, where he became a fire captain, small business owner, and now a candidate for City Council. In this episode, Rob shares how growing up in a tough environment gave him the skills of “verbal judo,” how he got hi…

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Man Plans, God Laughs with JP Sears & Cameo from CameraMan Cal 1:03:13

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Over 200 episodes later, JP Sears returns to the Breaking Normal Podcast—the very first guest to ever grace the show, now back in this intimate living room edition with host Daniel Eisenman. What follows is a wide-ranging, unfiltered, and deeply human conversation about transformation, health, and the courage to let go of “good” in pursuit of “grea…

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Workplace Wellbeing Programs a Business Strategy That Drives Real Results with Julie Rust-Bodenmann 54:50

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Most organizations aren't blind to the rising stress, burnout, and quiet quitting at work. They're just implementing workplace well-being programs that don't work. Leaders are left wondering why their people are disengaged despite offering meditation apps and mental health webinars. The real issue is that wellbeing isn't built into the business str…

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The Buddhism of Becoming Better Looking with Playgirl’s Benjamin “Duff Daddy” 59:59

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From the depths of depression to the cover of Playgirl, Ben’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode of Breaking Normal, we explore how his time in overseas “paradise” left him isolated and struggling—until surrendering to the possibility of staying stuck cracked open his heart. What followed was a deep dive into Buddhist principles, sel…

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Quantum Healing through Truth & Touch with Dr. Christine Smith 1:06:53

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In this Breaking Normal conversation, Dr. Christine Smith opens up in ways that go far beyond health data or protocols. Through a series of rapid-fire, curiosity-driven questions, we explore everything from the hidden injuries that silently drain vitality, to the overlooked body signals that whisper “something’s off,” to the myths about healing tha…

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How to Activate Boundless Leadership to Shift from Survival to Flourishing with Joseph Loizzo and Elazar Aslan 52:47

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We’ve got more tools, more tech, and more opportunities than any generation before us. On paper, we should be thriving. So why is it that, despite all this progress, work still feels exhausting? Why have our workplaces become places of stress and burnout even though we've never been more prosperous? In this episode of the Happiness Squad Podcast, J…

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Escaping the Mold Matrix of Big Pharma – w/ Dr. Jack Wolfson, The Natural Heart Doctor 1:06:25

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In this Breaking Normal episode, I sit down with the legendary Dr. Jack Wolfson, board-certified cardiologist turned truth-telling natural healer, also known as The Natural Heart Doctor. We dive headfirst into the moldy matrix of modern medicine and why Dr. Wolfson believes every building is sick—and what to do about it. From medical tyranny to tox…

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Leadership Training for Managers: Trust-First Approach That Led to Major Company Breakthrough with Michelle Poole 57:07

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On paper, everything looks right: your team is talented, your strategy is solid, and your goals are clear. So why does it still feel like progress is harder than it should be? Often, the real barrier isn’t a lack of strategy. It's because your people don't feel safe to bring their best selves to work. The issue is in your culture, which may have be…

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He Choked on Organ Meats—Then Came on the Podcast to Talk About Them with Ryan Monahan 1:24:36

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Just hours before this conversation, Ryan Monahan (@themindfulnutrivore) choked on an organ meat capsule so badly his wife had to call the paramedics. And yet—he still showed up for a podcast about the benefits of organ meats. You can’t make this stuff up. In true Breaking Normal fashion, we dive into: • The wild choking incident this morning—and h…

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The Leopard That Looked Through My Eyes: A Lion Tracker’s Guide with Ret Taylor 54:37

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In this follow-up episode, Ret Taylor recounts his recent lion tracking adventure with Boyd Varty, author of The Lion Tracker’s Guide to Life. What started as a quest into the wild became something far deeper—marked by primal encounters, real danger, and hard-earned introspection. In this episode, we cover: • The surreal moment a leopard locked eye…

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Flourishing Programs: The Smartest $12 Trillion Business Move You're Not Making with Ashish Kothari 42:44

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Organizations love to talk about well-being. But scratch beneath the surface, and it’s the same old perks: gym discounts, meditation apps, an extra day off. All while work itself remains exhausting. Leaders, you need to wake up! Only 20% of employees are thriving. More than 60% report daily stress. And the economic cost of poor workplace well-being…

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“You’re Going to Relax Me and Get Me Pregnant” with John O’Connor 1:22:33

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In this deeply moving and mythic 200th episode, I sit down with Executive Coach, NLP Trainer, and Family Constellations Facilitator John O’Connor (@itsjohnoconnor) for a soul-charged conversation that weaves the mystical, ancestral, and modern masculine into one unforgettable dialogue. We explore: – His transformative pilgrimage to Ireland to honor…

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MD Mom Heals from Stage 4 Cancer — And Now Teaches the Power of the Mindset 1:03:39

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🎙️ In this powerful episode of the Breaking Normal Podcast, Dr. Isabelle Amigues — a board-certified rheumatologist, cancer survivor, and founder of UnabridgedMD — shares how receiving a diagnosis of **Stage 4 breast cancer on her 40th birthday** became the most pivotal gift of her life. We dive deep into how her **open-mindedness, surrender, and w…

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Why Happiness at Work Starts with the System, Not the Individual with Jennifer Moss 57:29

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If a factory machine breaks, leadership responds within hours. If a system glitch halts production, it’s triaged immediately. But when a team’s morale is tanking, the response takes 6–12 months—if it comes at all. How did we get to a point where our physical assets get more respect than our human ones? We've spent years treating burnout like a solo…

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Methylene Blue, Hyperbaric Healing & Breaking Medical Norms with Dr. Scott Sherr 1:02:15

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In this electrifying episode of the Breaking Normal Podcast, Daniel sits down with Dr. Scott Sherr—a trailblazing physician, father of four, and one of the leading voices in health and performance optimization. They dive deep into the top 10 most Breaking Normal questions, exploring: • 🔵 The powerful history and modern use of methylene blue—from ma…

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Strength Side Hits Two Million while Trevor becomes a Dad 1:06:03

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What happens when your shoulder keeps dislocating… and instead of surgery, you build The Strength Side—a YouTube movement with over 2 million subscribers? In this raw, real, and revelatory episode, I sit down with Trevor Hash, co-founder of The Strength Side, movement master, new dad-to-be, and living proof of how adversity can sculpt purpose. We d…

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75-Year-Young Boulderite on Divorce, Estrangement, Sex, and Reinvention – Howard Snooks 1:08:53

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When Howard Snooks’ wife unexpectedly asked for a divorce in his 60s, he could have unraveled. Instead, he reinvented himself.In this episode, we explore how Howard transformed that pivotal moment into the beginning of a whole new chapter—one filled with modeling contracts, acting roles, social media stardom, and the most vital, connected sex life …

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How to Flourish and Be More Productive By Leading From a Place of Wholeness with Mieke Jacobs 1:01:06

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When an organization is trapped in survival mode, it doesn’t just face external pressure. It suffers an internal collapse of energy, creativity, and coherence. Chronic stress becomes the culture, innovation dries up, and people burn out trying to keep the lights on. But just as individuals can heal from trauma, so can organizations, if leaders are …

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Family Business of Testosterone, Peptides & Longevity – with David from Elixium 1:07:32

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💥 In this powerhouse episode, Daniel sits down with David Raday—bodybuilder turned longevity guide—of @dradayii (https://www.instagram.com/dradayii) and @elixiumhealth (https://www.instagram.com/elixiumhealth), co-founder of JoinElixium.com (https://joinalexium.com), a cutting-edge father-son hormone optimization and functional wellness clinic.We g…

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Black Belt Dan Steele on Jiu-Jitsu, Japan, Death, Dreams, & the Athletic Edge 54:07

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Dan Steele, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt (https://www.instagram.com/dansteelebjj) and coach at Easton Training Center (https://www.instagram.com/eastontc), joins me for a dynamic conversation that bridges discipline, grief, adrenaline, and ancestral health. We dive into: • The mysterious dream he had the night before learning about his father’s t…

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Workplace Wellbeing: Making Happiness a Conscious Choice and Lifelong Practice with Karen Guggenheim 45:45

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The happiness we used to know was like a reward, something that shows up once life finally goes our way. But what if that moment never comes? What if life hands you unimaginable loss instead, and you're left trying to piece together who you are and what comes next? The truth is, happiness isn’t a finish line. It’s a conscious choice, and a lifelong…

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Flourishing Programs: Money as Energy - The Mindset Shift for Financial Planning Success with Tom Shepard 49:26

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We often treat money as the finish line. We chase it, measure ourselves by it, and let it shape our choices. But in doing so, we lose sight of the real question: What are we trading our money for—and is it making us truly flourish? As we live in a world that often celebrates achievement, it's easy to build wealth while unintentionally bankrupting o…

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Wellbeing Programs at Work: Build Exceptional Relationships That Transform Teams with Dr. Carole Robin 55:41

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We often talk about strategy, technology, and profit as the engines of success. And in times of rapid change and uncertainty, it’s easy to double down on those levers. But what if we’re missing the most important one? In this episode of the Happiness Squad Podcast, Niren Chaudhary, former CEO of Panera Brands, joins Ashish Kothari to share a leader…