The Cafe on the Edge of the World Podcast

On this episode, I sit down for a conversation with repeat guest and kindred spirit, Sergio Bambaren, who is continuing to change the world through his kindness and perspectives on life.We have a heartfelt conversation focused on how to create a meaningful existence not just for yourself, but for your family and community around you. Our discussion includes; leaving the world a better place than it was when you arrived, learning to let go of materialistic things and combat consumerism, the inspiration behind his new book, “The Dolphin and the Voice of the Sea”, why it's vital to build a strong community of people around you, spreading kindness and love to others, creating balance with the universe and the gifts it has given you, educating the younger generation on how to live sustainably, learning to be in the present moment, and so much more! To learn more about Sergio please visit: https://www.sbambaren.com/To get Sergio's books please visit: https://www.sbambaren.com/german-books/To connect with Sergio on instagram please visit: https://www.instagram.com/sergio_bambarenTo listen the first episode we did with Sergio please click here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cafe-on-the-edge-of-the-world-podcast/id1669795038?i=1000634594772

On this episode, I sit down for a truly fascinating conversation with the CEO of WinCup Holdings, the parent company of Phade Straws, which is changing the way the world uses plastic, one straw at a time.We have a great discussion about eliminating one of humanity's biggest problems, plastic pollution. Our topics include; an overview of the incredible Phade straw and why it's a completely sustainable replacement for plastic, why WinCup chose to be a leader in plastic innovation rather than continue down the path of pollution, how their innovations started with a simple epiphany of “there has to be a better way”, the trials and tribulations of developing Phade straws, the importance of creating a brand that customers want to share and root for, the unintended consequences of innovation including how Phade is helping restore coral reefs, what the future of the plastic industry looks like, and so much more! You will walk away genuinely amazed and inspired, I promise. To learn more about Phade straws please visit: https://www.phadeproducts.com/Watch Phade straw biodegrade here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oA5e-CqDNegTo connect with Phade on instagram please visit: https://www.instagram.com/phade.products/To learn more about Phade's parent company WinCup, please visit: https://wincup.com/

On this episode, I sit down for a fascinating conversation with environmental conservationist, PhD marine biologist, MBA, and executive director and founder of Upwell, Dr. George Shillinger. George and his team are making monumental discoveries about the movements of sea turtles through the use of cutting edge tracking technology. Every day, he and his team are helping put changes in place to save these amazing creatures. Our conversation covers; what started his passion for turtles, how society can balance our livelihoods with the world's natural resources, why having role models in your career drives innovations, what is causing sea turtle populations to struggle and what we can do to help prevent them from going extinct, the unique ways organizations like Upwell are collecting sea turtle data and what it means for the future of conservation, an overview of some educational institutions with amazing ocean conservation and marine programs, and so much more! To learn more about Upwell please visit: https://www.upwell.org/Connect with Upwell on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/upwellturtlesUpwell Donation page: https://www.upwell.org/donateTo learn more about Lotek please visit: https://www.lotek.com/To learn more about IUCN please visit: https://iucn.org/Purchase Dr. George Shillinger book here: https://www.upwell.org/outreach-and-educationTo learn more about universities with marine programs visit here: https://www.collegeadvisor.com/resources/best-colleges-for-marine-biology/

On this episode, I sit down for a beautiful conversation with bestselling author, live artist, social media sensation, and “Chocolate for the Soul” podcast host Biyon Kattilathu.We have a heart to heart discussion including; tactical tips for bringing more love into life, growing up multicultural, navigating the challenges of being different from those around you, overcoming unsupportive beliefs that were instilled at young age, why authenticity is one of the most important character traits you can develop, growing your connection with animals and nature, learning how to become the best version of yourself, a life changing idea about not taking things personally, and so much more! To learn more about Biyon please visit: https://links.biyon.de/Connect with Biyon on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/biyonFind Biyon's books here: https://www.amazon.de/stores/Biyon-Kattilathu/author/B016YPKGFITickets to Biyon's shows here: https://biyon.live/Chocolate for the Soul podcast: https://lnk.to/biyon 

We get a lot of questions from fans about how to write and sell books. So we decided to bring on someone who lives and breathes that world. On this episode, I sit down with fellow adventurer, and founder of ShelfLife, Alex Strathdee. His weekly newsletter is one of just a few I've ever recommended and his podcast is a must listen to for aspiring authors and authors who want to find more readers. During our discussion we talk about Alex's journey to finding his calling, how to rediscover yourself when you're lost and don't know what to do, turning failures and loss into learning experiences, understanding that sometimes it's the 3rd or 4th iteration of an idea that turns into the ”big idea”, why it's okay to spend time searching in life, taking the leap into an adventure, strategies for avoiding burnout, learning to grow a business, and lots more about the book world! To learn more about Alex Strathdee and ShelfLife please visit: https://getshelflife.com/To get Alex's new book please visit here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DW3RVZKMTo sign up for his newsletter please visit here: https://getshelflife.com/To connect with Alex on LinkedIn visit here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-strathdee/

I sit down for a second round of discussions with good friend and bestselling author Natascha Wegelin, known by her fans as Madame Moneypenny. In our first podcast together we dove deep into her personal story and about how she became the powerful and positive presence she is for women on the topic of financial freedom.In this episode, we go into the specifics of becoming financially free. This includes diagnosing and recoding the beliefs we have around money, choosing to live in a position of power rather than a position of survival in regards to your money, understanding that the real currency of life is minutes, how to combat the bombardment of advertisements we get in our daily lives, practical and easily implementable tips to help you achieve what you want financially, working your way through a financial crisis, and so much more! To learn more about Madame Moneypenny please visit her website here: https://madamemoneypenny.de/Please find her instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/madamemoneypenny/Listen to our first podcast together: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cafe-on-the-edge-of-the-world-podcast/id1669795038?i=1000624360159

On this episode, John, Skip and our team member Anna sit down for the yearly Christmas episode!Join us as we discuss our top museum day moments from 2024, what we are most looking forward to most in 2025, and an all time Christmas competition that will certainly bring you some laughter, and put you in the Christmas spirit. Thank you to all our amazing podcast listeners, we look forward to spending 2025 with you! To learn more about The FREE Best Year Ever masterclass please visit here: https://bit.ly/thebestyearever

Get ready for some laughs as we go behind the scenes and recap our time on tour in Germany where we launched my new book “Zeit für Fragen im Café am Rande der Welt”. We dive into; Our favorite Museum Day moments on tour, what it's like on the road, amazing stories from fans, what didn't go quite the way we planned, John's can't miss tip for having an incredibly inspiring conversation at dinner (based on an event we did during the tour), PLUS, questions from the new book that skip needed to know the answers to, including "If you could only leave the world with one thought or idea, what would it be?" Link to John's New Book: https://www.amazon.de/Zeit-Fragen-Caf%C3%A9-Rande-Welt/dp/3423264071Link to Vox Prominent interview (Start ar minute 19): https://plus.rtl.de/video-tv/shows/prominent-345648/2024-11-1013080/episode-44-sendung-vom-03112024-972367Link to Tour Bus from 2022: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ce3Df7qO1a2/Link to Selfie Museum: https://sweetpics.de/

On this episode, I sit down for an energetic conversation with good friend and bestselling author, Karin Kuschik. We celebrate the release of the English language version of her bestselling book, “50 Sentences That Make Life Easier”, and the release in Germany of my new book, “Zeit für Fragen”.Our wide ranging discussion includes a lot of humorous moments along with content covering; the difference between knowing something and living it, how to succeed at implementing life changing tactics, the power of word choice and why it's more effective to build the language of a creator, giving your mind the freedom and time to just think, adding new ideas to old situations, and why Karin chooses to count impact instead of money.If you haven't listened to our first interview together, I recommend going back to episode #40 and listening to that one as well. To learn more about Karin Kuschik, please visit here: https://www.karinkuschik.com/To schedule a coaching with her, please visit: https://www.karinkuschik.com/coaching/And to purchase her books, please visit: https://www.amazon.de/stores/Karin-Kuschik/author/B09NNXN3P3To get John's new book, please visit: https://www.amazon.de/Zeit-Fragen-Café-Rande-Welt/dp/3423264071

On this episode, I'm honored to sit down for an inspiring conversation with Olympic bronze medalist and nine-time world champion cyclist, Pauline Grabosch.Our wide ranging discussion includes; what it takes to become an Olympic athlete, the balance of being a peak performer focused on the goal of winning yet also enjoying the experience and being present at the Olympics, understanding we're all human and no one is perfect, even Olympians, creating a jar of memories you'll be proud of, learning the separation between you and your thoughts, why sometimes we learn the most about ourselves during the darkest times, discovering the inner masterpieces of yourself, and winning a bronze medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. To connect with her on instagram please visit: https://www.instagram.com/pauline_grabosch

In this episode, the incredibly inspirational Axel Schura and I sit down for a heartfelt conversation about his powerful life story, including the diagnosis which led to him being told, “You have, at most, a week left to live.” We have a wide ranging discussion including; Axel's home life growing up and how it shaped him, actively choosing to leave situations that don't make you happy, getting through the fear of leaving, how cancer was Axel's greatest teacher in life, understanding that things happen for us, not just to us, exposing your mind to different realities, celebrating acts of kindness to others, understanding that sometimes the people who need love the most will ask for it in unloving ways, how gifts can come wrapped in unpleasant packaging, being the light for others on their dark days, giving back to those who are in need, and so much more!To learn more about Axel Schura please visit: https://axelschura.com/To watch his youtube channel please visit: https://www.youtube.com/@axelschuraTo connect with him on instagram please visit: https://www.instagram.com/axelschura/To Listen to his podcast please visit: https://open.spotify.com/show/74iA9ULpZnjfm46y8zegLQ

On this episode, I sit down for a beautiful conversation about life and purpose with adventurer André Schürrle. He was known initially in his career for his highlight moments as a professional footballer, including helping lead his team to a World Cup Championship. Then, thanks to his courage, focus, and commitment to live his purpose, he embarked on a path into a new version of life. One in which he embraced the power of conscious choice. Listen in as we discuss how André learned to say no to opportunities that didn't fulfill his heart, the importance of finding your brotherhood, how meaning in life is meant to be shared with others, understanding where you feel at home, being comfortable in the uncomfortable moments, getting beyond mental barriers, embracing the challenges that life gives you, and a whole lot more! To learn more about André Schürrle please visit: https://www.instagram.com/andreschuerrle

On this episode, Tobias Beck and I sit down for a heart to heart conversation about where life has taken him since we last spoke, and how Tobias has learned to adapt with whatever comes his way. We have a deep discussion including; Tobias's recent media critiques and how to deal with being attacked, his new book REHBELLION, going on tour across Germany, how sometimes the universe needs to test you, creating an environment where victory can last longer than just one moment, a healthier perspective on winning v.s. losing, how at the end of the day the most important thing you can do is actively choose to be a good person in the world, and so much more! To learn more about Tobias Beck please visit: https://www.tobias-beck.com/To check out his workshops please visit: https://www.eventim.de/artist/tobias-beck/Or to check out his Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/tobias_beck_official

In this episode, Nathan Goldblat and I sit down for an insightful conversation about his amazing path to becoming a social media sensation.Our discussion includes; how he launched it all as just a young kid, the way he tackles problem solving using creativity and quiet space, what it takes to create successful social media content, learning from other in your field of study to collectively grow, rediscovering authenticity when you've gone a little off path, is success in life based on money, the beautiful evolutions of the human experience, his adventures traveling around the world including that it is actually more accessible that we think, and so much more!To learn more about Nathan Goldblat please visit: https://www.instagram.com/nathan.goldblat/To check out his TikTok please visit: https://www.tiktok.com/@nathan.goldblatOr to check out his youtube please visit: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAWFj599cNBnBu_kXc8rqBg

In this episode, personal finance guru Bodo Schäfer and I sit down for a fantastic conversation about his journey to becoming a personal finance guide to millions through his bestselling books. We cover among other topics; his incredibly bold decision to move from Germany to the United States on his own at just 16 years old, learning to stay open to new opportunities, how listening to your inner voice is only possible when you quiet the noise around you, Bodo's random run in with a complete stranger that ended up becoming a beautiful mentor/mentee relationship which changed his life forever, understanding your money beliefs and where they're rooted, how to stay grateful even when times feel dark and so much more! To learn more about Bodo Schäfer please visit: https://www.instagram.com/bodoschaefer/To check out his courses and books in German please visit: https://www.bodoschaefer.de/ For english speakers, please visit https://www.amazon.com/Road-Financial-Freedom-Million-People-ebook/dp/B01CR8U7RI/

On this episode, pop superstar Mandy Capristo and I sit down for a beautiful conversation about her incredible journey from teenage pop star to founder of FELICE.We have a wide ranging discussion including what it was like to receive her first label offer at 12 years old, her journey to becoming a pop sensation with the girls group Monrose, where her powerful combination of passion and drive comes from, how she maintained her identity and authenticity as a young pop celebrity, the importance of your tribe to keep you balanced, learning to treat yourself like you treat the people you love, living in the present moment and so much more! To learn more about Mandy Capristo please visit: https://www.instagram.com/mandycapristoOr to check out her company FELICE, please visit: https://www.thefelicecompany.com/

On this episode, celebrity chef Stefano Zarrella and I sit down for a heart to heart conversation. We talk about his life journey from working in his parents restaurant as a kid, to becoming a social media sensation for his inviting cooking content. Plus we dive deep into learning how to build your confidence, choosing to be authentic in a world that can be fake, the balance of striving for success and also being happy and present with where you're at, creating a supportive community, and Stefano's next big adventure, being a contestant on the acclaimed television show “Let's Dance.” To learn more about Stefano Zarrella please visit: https://www.instagram.com/stefanozarrella/Or check out his cookbook here: https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Stefano-Zarrella/dp/396096224X

Join me for a fascinating New Year's Resolution conversation with a friend of the show, returning guest & world renowned psychiatrist and coach Dr. Anna Yusim.After Skip gives us the history of New Year's Resolutions, Anna and I go deep on the topic, including creating healthy, sustainable habits in 2024. We cover the importance of finding a formula that works for your mind and body, why most New Year's Resolutions fail, learning how and why your particular brain operates, and how a simple adjustment in language can lead to big change. To learn more about Dr. Anna Yusim please visit here: https://www.annayusim.com/To get help making 2024 an amazing year for you, join the 4 week online Cafe on the Edge of the World Course which starts February 5th: https://cafe-course.johnstrelecky.com/s/john-strelecky/grow-and-thrive-de

Join Skip and I as we share tips on making this year the best ever, including an awesome exercise to help you do that.  We also share some big news about the podcast, and the top three things we're looking forward to in 2024. Happy New Years from the whole John Strelecky Team! Grow and Thrive (English) Course: https://cafe-course.johnstrelecky.com/s/john-strelecky/grow-and-thrive-enGrow and Thrive (German) Course: https://cafe-course.johnstrelecky.com/s/john-strelecky/grown-and-thrive-deJohn Strelecky Website: https://www.johnstrelecky.com/courses/

Join us for lots of laughs and fond memories of Christmas traditions. In this, our special holiday episode, Skip and I are joined by Anna our team member from Germany. We talk about family traditions, favorite holiday cookies, holiday foods, best presents ever, and so much more. We laughed a ton recording this, and hope you will too. Enjoy! Happy Holidays from the whole John Strelecky Team! 

This appetizer sized episode is from an interview I gave. There were some topics which we get a lot of questions about, so we thought we'd share it here. They include; getting clues from the universe you're on the right path, why some people with the kindest hearts accidentally end up being selfish if they're not careful, and the amazing story of the first person to ever read The Cafe on the Edge of the World and the impact of what they said about it. For more appetizer size insights in written form, check out some of my recent articles at: www.johnstrelecky.comMake sure to listen to our upcoming special Christmas episode, which goes live on December 18th!

On this episode, #1 bestselling psychological thriller writer Sebastian Fitzek and I sit down for a fascinating conversation. In addition to his success with his bestselling, heart pounding books, he's also an incredibly funny and motivational guy. We talk about his writing process, his passion for being a lifelong learner, how he learned to write in different genres, some funny experiences while interacting with fans, why allowing yourself to be bored is vital for creativity, the benefits of naivety when pursuing your dream, and the experience of watching his book become a series on Amazon.Sebastian's books have sold more than 14 million copies and been translated into 36 languages.To learn more about Sebastian Fitzek please visit: https://sebastianfitzek.com/Or check out his books here: https://sebastianfitzek.com/books/

In this episode I talk with women's health expert and world renowned gynecologist Dr. Sheila de Liz, who is also the bestselling author of numerous books including “Woman on Fire”. We cover an array of fascinating topics including the chemical changes which occur at different times in a woman's life, how we hear and experience the same words differently depending on the hormones racing through our body, the importance of empathy and compassion towards others, getting rid of the shame around taboo health topics, achieving a base level of knowledge about women's health through education, creating a comfortable space to talk about deep topics, and finding a medical expert who is right for you. To learn more about Dr. Sheila de Liz and her practice, please visit: https://www.dr-de-liz.de/Or check out her books here: https://www.dr-de-liz.de/#books

Imagine being the voice of Hollywood celebrities like Paul Rudd, Tom Cruise, Sacha Baron Cohen and Adrien Brody when their works are translated into another language. On this episode I invite the incredibly talented Markus Pfeiffer to the show. In addition to being a television and film actor and the voice of Hollywood celebrities, he is also the narrator of my books in the Germany language.Join us for a fascinating conversation about the process of matching the body rhythm and speech patterns of the actors he dubs, the power of curiosity, taking moments to shift your perspectives and be in flow, tuning your own body like you would tune an instrument, and Markus' experiences while narrating the characters in my books.To learn more about Markus Pfeiffer please visit: https://www.instagram.com/markuspfeiffer_official/

Heartwarming adventurer, chemical engineer by trade, and #1 bestselling author, Sergio Bambaren and I have a beautiful discussion about the rhythm of the universe around us.We talk about how kids can teach us the path to happiness, what listening to the ocean can offer, how to get in touch with the voice of your heart, why selling yourself for material possession is not fulfilling, the concept of people adding vs. people subtracting, why true happiness comes from the inside not the outside, and Sergio's message of how saving a life can save a universe. To learn more about Sergio Bambaren please visit: https://www.sbambaren.com/Or to purchase his books in English please visit: https://www.sbambaren.com/vanda-e-publishing/Or to purchase his books in German please visit: https://www.sbambaren.com/de-at-ch/

Rapid Transformational Therapist and #1 bestselling author, Marisa Peer and I have an insightful discussion about techniques to master your thoughts and life.We have a wonderful conversation about the proper ways to improve a child's self esteem, finding something that makes your heart sing, reframing perspectives on past experiences, understanding where our core beliefs come from, believing you're the author of your own story, and her life changing therapy techniques. To learn more about Marisa Peer please visit: https://marisapeer.com/ Or to purchase her books please visit: https://marisapeer.com/books/

Join me for a fascinating conversation with spiritual mastermind and #1 bestselling author, Laura Malina Seiler. We have a heartfelt discussion about achieving happiness on your journey through life. We dive into how being prepared for the dark times is vital to help you get through them, the difference between survivor mode and creator mode, achieving real power through controlling your mind and thoughts, why asking others for help is crucial to success, and of course, her amazing new book, “Love Codes.”To learn more about Laura Malina Seiler please visit: https://lauraseiler.com/Or to purchase her books please visit: https://www.amazon.de/Laura-Malina-Seiler/dp/3949822216

Join me for a fascinating conversation with game changing performance coach, and bestselling author Karin Kuschik.We have a beautiful discussion about Karin's widely impactful coaching technique called "Listen and Learn", how changing your mind leads to growth, why being curious and asking questions can get you to new heights, the life changing lesson she learned from a guru about emotions, and why you should embrace the surprises life gives you instead of running from them. To learn more about Karin Kuschik please visit here: https://www.karinkuschik.com/To schedule a coaching please visit: https://www.karinkuschik.com/coaching/And to purchase her books please visit: https://www.amazon.de/stores/Karin-Kuschik/author/B09NNXN3P3

Join me for a fascinating conversation with my good friend, returning guest, & world renowned psychiatrist Dr. Anna Yusim. We take a deep dive and answer some of the most challenging questions about relationships submitted by you, the fans of the show! We discuss if there is a healthy amount of obsession to have for your partner, how to allow freedom but also achieve commitment in a relationship, open relationships and breaking down societal norms around them, how to gain the courage to leave a marriage or relationship that is no longer serving you, understanding when the right time to leave a relationship is, and how we feel about “ghosting” people.To learn more about Dr. Anna Yusim please visit here: https://www.annayusim.com/

Join me for a Between the Lines conversation with long distance biker, bestselling author, and dedicated mom Jasmin Böhm. We talk about her profoundly inspiring story as she transitioned from being a single mom with three jobs barely getting by, to embarking on a beautiful journey with her son, biking over 12,000 km and visiting over 19 countries. We also discuss how easy it can be to get caught in the rat race of life, intuitive moments from the universe that confirm your on the right path, how adaptable kids can be in new environments, finding happiness within ourselves, and actively choosing to change your path, rather than waiting for it to change.To learn more about Jasmin Böhm please visit here: https://www.instagram.com/_jasmin_boehm_

Join me for a Between the Lines conversation with Love Life Passport team, Anika and Tayler Schweigert. We have a beautiful discussion about consciously living present in life, how being courageous can open up new possibilities in life, why giving up sets a dangerous precedent for future challenges,  how to reestablish common goals with important people in life, learning to enjoy the growth process and how that can reduce fears of failure, building a business to support the lifestyle you want to live, and breaking off the layers of limiting beliefs.To learn more about Anika and Tayler please visit their website here: https://lovelifepassport.com/ or visit their instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/lovelifepassport

Join me for a Between the Lines conversation with spiritual medium and energy science expert Bahar Yilmaz. We have a truly mind-blowing discussion about Bahar's experiences with seeing and hearing from the spirit world, the power of stepping into your vulnerability, how to strengthen your connection to the energetic world, the importance of having a strong mentor at a young age, why it's sometimes vital to embrace negative energy to better understand why it exists, and how the spirit world is here to help each thought the journey of life.To learn more about Bahar Yilmaz please visit her Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/baharyilmaz_official/

Join me for an appetizer size episode to talk about three ways to reduce stress & find greater satisfaction with life through the power of letting go. I discuss how to grow past unsupportive beliefs by analyzing where they come from, why it's important to reduce clutter at home and the space around you, and why sometimes it's okay to let go of people who don't positively energize you. Enjoy! 

Join me for a Between the Lines conversation with a truly fascinating guy. New York Times bestselling author Rutger Bregman had a theory that people are more kind than we are led to believe. So he did a ton of super cool research to see if that was true. Listen in on our discussion as we talk about the mind-blowing discoveries he made along the way, and the myths that we are led to believe are “truths” that impact our perception of humanity.  We talk about why it's important to work in alignment with your obsessions, how “survival of the friendliest” is actually how the world works, why it's vital for society to critically look at the data to learn and develop, what sells clicks and why we hear the news stories we do, and when in doubt its statistically wise to assume the best in others.To learn more about Rutger Bregman or to purchase his books, please visit his website here: https://www.rutgerbregman.com/

Join me for a Between the Lines conversation with Laura Lewandowski, a business influencer, journalist, and future of work expert. We had the pleasure of speaking when I was on tour last year in Germany. We discussed, how to overcome self doubt with strong role models, why it's important to embrace failure, crafting your personal elevator pitch, and where will you be from? Click here to learn more about Laura Lewandowski check out her instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/lauralewandowski/ or join her amazing newsletter here: smartchiefs.beehiiv.com

Join me for a Between the Lines conversation with Vanessa Göcking an expert on understanding the genuine you. We talk about how to build a strong foundation of self-love, why the most important relationship you can build is the one with yourself, adding your genius to the collective consciousness, how exhausting it is to try and be someone other than yourself, and reanalyzing past memories to heal trauma. To learn more about Vanessa Göcking please visit her website here: https://www.vanessagoecking.com/

Join me for an appetizer size episode to talk about the theme of EMBRACE. I discuss embracing that small things eventually lead to big things, why it's important to embrace that things you love will come to an end, embracing the power of your inner voice, and embracing that it's okay to grow. Enjoy! https://www.johnstrelecky.com/

Join me for a Between the Lines conversation with financial freedom expert for women, Madame Moneypenny, also know as Natascha Wegelin. We talk about how to achieve financial independence by learning smart financial lessons, why it's okay to be bold & strive for something new, how self worth & spending habits can be related, and how to avoid shiny object syndrome.To learn more about Natascha Wegelin please visit her website here: https://madamemoneypenny.de/

Join me for Between the Lines conversation with German TV star, winner of Dancing with the Stars, and bestselling author, Susan Sideropoulos. We discuss how to keep wearing rose colored glasses while others are trying to take them away, reconnecting with your childhood passions, and how living in the present protects you from the negative moments and propels you during the positive ones.To learn more about Susan Sideropoulos or to purchase her books please visit her website here: https://rosarotesglueck.de/

Hang out with me for a heartfelt Between the Lines discussion with #1 bestselling author, Lars Amend. We talk about the joy of being present with your child, fearlessly leaping into adventures while trusting your heart, Lars's journey from the music world to the Brazilian favelas, and the beautiful story of Daniel, the young man who changed Lars's life and became the basis for the widely successful movie "Dieses Bescheuerte Herz”To learn more about Lars Amend please visit his website here: https://www.lars-amend.de/

Get ready for a beautiful heart to heart discussion with International supermodel, actress, and inspiring entrepreneur, Victoria Jancke. We go between the lines and talk about finding the light in the darkest times, how strength and perseverance lead to growth, how beauty and despair lie incredibly close in the limelight, and how Victoria charted her own path and is now helping others chart theirs.To learn more about Victoria Jancke please visit her website here: https://www.victoriajancke.com/

#1 Bestselling author of The Child In You (Das Kind in dir muss Heimat finden) Stefanie Stahl and I talk Between the Lines. We discuss Stefanie's introduction to  Psychology and where that passion came from, how she has been able to link the dots of science and spirituality, and why it's important to analyze and connect with your inner child. To learn more about Stefanie Stahl please visit her website here: https://stefaniestahl.com/

#1 Bestselling author of Soul Master, Maxim Mankevich and I talk Between the Lines. We discuss what Maxim has learned from talking to over 200 mediums, the connections between free will and pre-destiny, investing in yourself with knowledge, and how to show more love and kindness to yourself and others.To learn more about Maxim Mankevich please visit his website here: https://akademie.maximmankevich.com/

#1 Bestselling author of Soul Master, Maxim Mankevich and I sit down for a deep Between the Lines discussion. We talk about Maxim's career path to becoming a bestselling author, how to connect with your true inner soul, why it's important to ask the deeper questions in life, and what Maxim has learned from 700+ seminars, 1000+ books and being a seeker of knowledge. To learn more about Maxim Mankevich please visit his website here: https://akademie.maximmankevich.com/

Dive into a great conversation between Marcel Clementi Host of the Good Vibes Podcast and I. We discuss how boredom leads to change, being present with yourself and those around you, building patience, and surrounding yourself with supportive individuals.To find out more about Marcel or listen to his podcast Good Vibes, Please visit https://marcelclementiyoga.com/

Welcome to the show! In this episode Andy Hill and I discuss if money can actually buy happiness, how of combining a strong work ethic with a driven purpose can be a superpower, and how nature can sometimes be our greatest teacher. Enjoy!To find out more about Andy or listen to his podcast Marriage, Kids, and Money. Please visit https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/

Part two of my discussion with bestselling author Tobias Beck takes us through his struggles to launch what became a massive bestseller, finding stories which bridge people's hearts, the hilarious India story he experienced, and figuring out whether you are a dolphin, shark, owl, or whale. As with Part 1, you'll find yourself laughing and feeling inspired pretty much non-stop as you listen to the anecdotes of this master storyteller. To learn more about Tobias Beck please visit his website here: https://www.tobias-beck.com/

Bestselling author Tobias Beck and I sit down for a wide ranging discussion. In addition to covering his mind blowing personal story (including his experiences growing up in a cult), we talk about the power of relocation, finding your personal third gear, the path to happiness, and what Tobi learned while washing a monk's feet for 18 hours. Tobi is a master storyteller and you'll find yourself laughing and feeling inspired pretty much non-stop throughout this episode. To learn more about Tobias Beck please visit his website here: https://www.tobias-beck.com/

Ever wonder how the characters in my books were named? Or if I know how an elevator works? Or the story behind my hat? In this episode producer Skip Bridges and I cover lots of interesting territory based on messages you've sent us. Including all the above plus some funny fan interactions, where I do my writing, the cafe moment in our discussion which gave Skip goosebumps, and my business advice for fellow creatives. Oh and we also have fun with our new sound board. Enjoy!

Excited to be back with you all, on today's episode we have Christine Blosdale, from Out of the Box with Christine. We talked about why Khao San Road in Thailand may be the coolest backpacker spot ever, how a millisecond difference could have ended it all, and how a simple mantra can silence the negative thoughts in your mind. To find out more about Christine Blosdale or to listen to Out of the Box please visit: https://www.christineblosdale.com/

In this episode I'm joined by world renowned psychiatrist Dr. Anna Yusim to answer questions from readers about life, relationships, depression and travel. Content includes; Five tips for moving forward when depression strikes, using experiential gratitude to reframe EVERYTHING, attracting the people you want in life vs. who you are, building your database of spectacular, and why it's worth attaching songs to dream destinations.If you'd like to find out more about Dr. Anna Yusim please visit: https://annayusim.com/