Breakthroughs with Jordan Murphy

No one defies stereotypes or clichés about aid organizations more than Eric Klein, CEO and founder of CAN-DO. Klein’s track record cutting through red-tape has produced lasting results in disaster stricken areas in the United States and around the world. He started CAN-DO in 2004, after being personally frustrated watching big-name organizations collect millions of dollars in donations, but not showing results. Klein decided to take action. He cleared his personal savings account and hopped on a plane to Sri Lanka to see how far his money could stretch to help survivors of the devastating tsunami. In just three months on the ground in Sri Lanka, Klein was able to remove debris and complete full sanitation clean-up in several villages along the coast. Klein also created sustainable solutions for survivors by rebuilding local shops and restaurants, as well as a community drinking well and playground in the area of Mahamodara.

Could you sit and have a civilized conversation with someone who hated you simply because the color of your skin? Not many could, but my guest on this episode, Daryl Davis (Accidental Courtesy, Klan-destine Relationships) has made it his life's mission to understand that question and in doing so has been instrumental in converting hundreds of KKK and Neo Nazi's members.

Nick is a Peak Performance Coach who helps CEOs maximize their focus, energy and productivity. Nick Elvery has overcome a decade of hard drug and alcohol addiction.  His experience gave him the insight into just what it takes to create lasting change and build a fulling life that allows for hard work and health. Watching his father's health decline over his life and eventually pass way really gave Nick a different perspective on the importance of health. His mission is to help CEO's take back control of their life and health so they can be there for their family without sacrifice the mission of the business. nickelvery.com

Coined by clients as an outstanding entrepreneur with the uncanny ability to ignite passion and to motivate others, Mark “The Speaker Man” Wiggins is an accomplished, author, trainer, podcast host (OFF THE BENCH with Mark Wiggins ) and international motivational speaker. With more than 20 years of varying experience in business and communications, Mark has delivered his message at local and state conventions, to youth and corporate groups and to the high school and collegiate populous. Mark “The Speaker Man” specializes in transforming youth in preparation for success. Through his “Get off the Bench Speaking Series”, Mark has proven results in successfully connecting with his audience. As a result, he has been featured as a speaker for the Future Business Leaders of America, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, the National Collegiate Athletic Association and his fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Former Army Ranger Sniper, Life Coach, Author-David Parke joins me on "Breakthroughs with Jordan Murphy" today. David gave me a unique and generous perspective from the mind of a trained soldier who saw combat, took lives, confronted fear, the act of killing, PTSD and the treatment of it and lots more.

“Rebel hospitality entrepreneur and New York Times bestselling author, Chip Conley disrupted his favorite industry... twice. At age 26 he founded Joie de Vivre Hospitality (JdV), transforming an inner-city motel into the second largest boutique hotel brand in America. He sold JdV after running it as CEO for 24 years, and soon the young founders of Airbnb asked him to help transform their promising start-up into the world’s leading hospitality brand.” On this episode we dive into his latest conversation around the subject of being relevant after 50. Have you fallen into the " relevancy gap”? Why don’t we value wisdom as much as we do youth? And much more.

Jeff Tidwell founded Next For Me. as a new resource that connects and inspires our generation to evolve +50 life through new work, a new purpose, or a new social contribution. We publish a weekly newsletter that’s a resource to post-50 life for new work, a new purpose, or a new social contribution. You can subscribe right here. It began to add up for me. There are 76 million baby boomers in total. The number of Americans ages 65 and older is projected to more than double from 46 million today to over 98 million by 2060. Over 40% aren’t financially prepared for a life without traditional income past 65. People are living significantly longer than when big programs like Social Security were put in place. Pensions have been cut from most careers outside of government. The Government Accountability Office said in an October report, “If no action is taken, a retirement crisis could be looming.”

Dr. Claudy-Ann Keasberry D.C., N.R.T.P., is one of only 450 US practitioners who practices Nutrition Response Testing at the advanced level. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a “Doctor of Chiropractic” degree in 2000 from the University of Bridgeport. Dr. Keasberry is a certified Reiki practitioner. She uses both her knowledge of Nutrition and Chiropractic to successfully treat her patients. Originally from Amsterdam, Holland, Dr. Keasberry  began her practice in 2001 at AdjustMe Chiropractic in Somerset, NJ where she became one of the East Coast’s leading practitioners. Dr. K’s passion for travel and world culture soon brought her to sunny Southern California where she established a new Nutritional Healing Center in Santa Monica. Later she joined Dr. Cindy Clayton in her Los Angeles Nutrition Response Testing/Chiropractic Center and has now taken over the highly successful practice as the Keasberry Health Center. As a former professional Jockey, Dr. K is an avid Equestrian enthusiast with an equally enthusiastic joie de vivre.

"Is it possible to have a single word be both your favorite and least favorite at the same time? Feminist is THAT word for me. What started initially as a catchy word to draw traffic for my new company, Little Feminist, has changed my life. And has tested me to my core." This is a quote from the beginning of an article my guest Brittany Murlas published on MEDIUM .com recently. Our interview drills down on the what and why of LittleFeminst.com and the passion that drives. We discuss the BREAKTHROUGH she had in creating the company as well as her personal life.

Radio Co-Host, Actress, Impersonator, Writer, Wife and Mom - Marianne has her hands full these days.  On this episode we discuss it all - the up and downs and how she and I met and experienced a shared breakthrough in our careers.

Will Day is a contemporary, abstract, fine artist who was recently commissioned by the Denver Broncos to paint an timeless, abstract representation of the career of Peyton Manning as the quarterback of the Broncos. The task was an emotional and artistic roller coaster and in my interview Will shares about that experience and how he has navigated his unconventional career path from finance in New York to architecture in Los Angeles and his ultimate passion as fine artist in Boulder, CO. A documentary about his experience with the Broncos is available here.https://vimeo.com/286915456

Personal survival and victory in the wake of abduction and child molestation, the power and healing qualities of laughter and parenting the epidemic of FORTNIGHT addiction are just a few of the topics I discuss in this episode of “Breakthroughs with Jordan Murphy” with Comedian/Producer Craig Shoemaker. Many know him as a successful stand up comic and actor. Craig wears many hats like many artists, as a producer, writer as well as father and husband. What was interesting in this interview, as confirmed by Craig, was that what we discussed in the interview reveals a completely different side to Craig then many people may be used to seeing from his stand up routine. Craig is passionate about several topics and fortunately felt free to share openly during this interview.

WHY MEN CHEAT This is one of my most unique episodes to date!. It's different from all my other episodes and I call it a ‘Ping-Pong’ episode in which my guest and I interviewed each other. This episode will therefore be available on two podcasts. Roman Wyden, host of YOU.LOVE.LIFE. is a relationship coach, podcast host, producer & father and husband. We talked about our single days, dating, marriage, parenting, transformation, loving, cheating, intimacy and more. I guarantee you that this episode is entertaining, insightful and most of all inspiring. For more information on Roman and his podcast, visit www.youlovelifepodcast.com

Brooke Butler recently appeared in Netflix's "Ozark" and Fox's "The Resident" and let me be clear she is more than just a pretty face...she's got smarts, talent as an actress, mad skills on the slopes and generous heart to boot...Brooke and I shared the screen together earlier this year in a film "A Winter Wedding". On this episode we discuss getting into the acting business, overcoming a slump, sacrificing it all for something you love and lots more...  

People who build a successful life for themselves understand a very important concept: they control what they think! In doing so they’re able to grow while others feel defeated, see opportunity when others lose hope, and experience life on their terms. On this episode of Breakthroughs with Jordan Murphy, we’re introduced to Michela O’Connor Abrahms. A remarkable woman who’s understanding of mind over matter has allowed her to overcome one of the toughest obstacle’s humans face, experiencing grief. Michela’s story proves immensely valuable as she leaves us with three powerful lessons that’ll help anyone overcome grief, overcome fear, and begin to live a life on their terms.

The hit series "Desperate Housewives" was a lightening rod for the typical tabloid BS of cat fights and disharmony on set...media outlets aching to find the story and where there wasn't one make it up. My guest spent her formative teenage years playing Julie Mayer, daughter to Teri Hatcher, on the show for 7 seasons.  We discussed many things including how her experience with the cast of women on the show positively shaped her and about how life on the set was refreshingly different from what was usually reported. Andrea Bowen began acting at age 6 as "Young Cosette" in the Broadway production of "Les Miserables". She had continued success on Broadway and soon found herself as a regular on "Desperate Housewives". Andrea shared about the experience of being a child actor and the sometimes awkward transitions from child to teen and ultimately young adult actor in the often unforgiving entertainment industry and how she has successfully managed to stay healthy and sane.

Does hypnosis work...is it a myth? Can it help you stop smoking marijuana?  That's the question my guest and brother asked himself recently on a journey of discovery.  He has spent the last couple years taking a long hard look at who he is, what his legacy will be and ultimately what matters most to him. “Breakthrough to me is not necessarily one big bang ah-ha moment. It’s more of a discovery and then these iterative breakthroughs that just continue over and over again as long as you continue to desire and seek them out.” Sean explained during my interview with him.

At 47 his nine year unhealthy marriage was over, he had 2 kids in the mix, no job prospects, virtually no money and was sleeping on a buddies couch...I challenge any of you to pick yourself up from that, but that's exactly what my guest Steve Truitt did. Steve found himself in an emotional and psychological pit...paralyzed and unsure how to move,  how to be the man...the dad he knew he had to be and to literally start over.  Steve is a licensed LIFE/NLP coach but even with those skills at his disposal he had to take a long hard look at who he was and how he had led himself to this juncture in his life...he says the first step to his breakthrough was taking full responsibility.

A "road dog" on the comedy circuit for years...Jon Reep has paid his dues...literally putting himself into deep debt before catching his first break as the "HEMI GUY" in 6 Dodge commercials then more success w/ a sitcom as well as winning Season 5 of Last Comic Standing. On this episode we discuss the need for drive and commitment to your goal.

In 2008 my guest was hit from all sides with not only the financial impact that 2008 brought but the break up of her personal relationship, the dissolving of her business and the daunting realization that her only child was battling depression. Without the support of a partner and little or no knowledge of how to help her daughter my guest Dominique Pacheco took it upon herself to discover how to heal her daughter and in the process learned how to heal herself.

The premier launch of her products on New York’s 5th Avenue wasn’t what skin care magnate Kate Somerville expected. She assumed this milestone moment would be one of excitement and a sense of arrival and fulfillment instead she was was confronted with the challenge and fear of staying on top...Kate shares with me the origin story of her internationally successful skincare line, the inspiration behind the philosophy that supports her company to this day, the challenges and victories of being a successful woman, wife and mother, along with the experience she, her family and others experienced during the Thomas fires and subsequent mudslides that devastated Santa Barbara in late 2017 and early 2018.

Held up at gun point, t-boned in his car driving home, out of work and out of money...all in one night...and that's just the beginning. Atlanta born, actor and Emmy Award winning host John Burke is my guest today. Known for his roles in "LBJ", Sicario" and "The Amazing Spider-man"; John shares how he's gracefully and sometimes not so gracefully navigated his very full life.

A healthy relationship requires attention...left unattended they will inevitably deteriorate. About 10 years into my marriage I pushed the envelope with regard to neglecting my part in the arrangement. I forgot that it’s crucial for everything to grow and I was not playing my part. Thank god I had/have a loving and patient wife and that I woke up and re-engaged before it was too late. “Explore ways of being that empower your relationship. . . explore and discover them together. . . every day and every minute.” This episode was an amazing opportunity to have a dialogue with my wife about the breakdown and ultimate breakthrough in our marriage. Seems like these days everything on the web from self improvement, personal development, finding the right partner or having a healthy marriage etc. comes with a TO DO list. It’s eye catching, easy to read and great for search engine optimization, at least that’s what they tell me and by “they” I mean my content strategist. I think that’s what his title is. Those lists are someone’s opinion and we all know what opinions are like...but seriously some of those self help, personal development posts can be helpful as reminders in a noisy and distracting world. So forgive my sarcasm cause I actually like the lists...in my recent podcast I had the pleasure of interviewing my wife. When I was thinking about this blog post I tripped on a TO DO list in the Huffington Post that I liked 11 Ways To Make Your Marriage Happier, Starting Today And that’s what’s kicked off his post. Check out the list and see if it inspires you. If you are in a relationship that you are committed to nurturing it, then I think you will. I mean just a few of the suggestions are, though obvious, solid: “Recognize the ebb-and-flow.” “Remind your partner (and yourself) that you appreciate them”. “Say thank you for the little things.” To name a few.

He may look familiar because his IMDB page is a mile long. Michael Trucco is the definition of "working actor"  Best known for his series regular roles on Battlestar Galactica and Netflix's Disjointed -- Michael Trucco is rarely sitting still it seems, however, he was kind enough to do his college roommate a solid and joined me for a conversation that proved to be generous, genuine and fun...revealing that it's not as easy as it looks and overcoming his own fears and obstacles was necessary in achieving his current success -- and he isn't done yet.

Are you  P.A.N.K? aka Professional Aunt NoKids? This often unsung and uncelebrated large demographic of our population is the subject of my guests BREAKTHROUGH on this episode.  Melanie Notkin is the national best-selling author of Savvy Auntie: The Ultimate Guide for Cool Aunts, Great-Aunts, Godmothers, and All Women Who Love Kids and the founder and personality behind Savvy Auntie, the beloved lifestyle brand celebrating modern aunthood. Notkin is the foremost expert on the emerging demographic of childless, often single, women in North America. She has shared her research, writing, and popular voice as a contributor to The New York Times, The New York Post, The Huffington Post, and PsychologyToday.com, among others, and she appears regularly on national television, radio, and the web. Otherhood, her second book, was inspired by her life in New York City. On this episode of BREAKTHROUGHS with Jordan Murphy she shares generously about how SAVVY AUNTIE came about and the process that has lead her to success as an entrepreneur.