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Joanna Maria Hinz is a certified holistic health coach, regenerative detoxification specialist, and clinical iridologist dedicated to helping individuals heal from the inside out. Trained under Dr. Robert Morse, she focuses on cellular regeneration, lymphatic detoxification, and restoring the body's natural ability to heal.Her journey into the health space was deeply personal. After years in high-performance corporate environments in the UAE, Joanna faced a severe chronic illness that left her bedridden. When conventional approaches failed to address the root cause, she turned inward, studying the body as an interconnected system. Today, she guides clients to reconnect with their body, mind, and spirit, helping them move from survival to true vitality through natural, holistic healing methods.About This EpisodeIn this episode, Hilmarie sits down with Joanna to explore what true healing really means beyond quick fixes and surface-level solutions.Joanna shares her deeply personal journey from a fast-paced corporate career to being bedridden with chronic illness, and how that experience forced her to rethink everything she knew about health. She explains how her turning point came when she stopped seeing her body as broken and began understanding it as a system communicating deeper imbalances.The conversation dives into the concept of cellular regeneration and true detoxification, emphasizing that healing is not about temporary cleanses but about creating the right internal environment for the body to restore itself. Joanna explains the role of the lymphatic system, nutrition, sleep, emotional health, and natural rhythms in supporting long-term wellness.She also highlights the importance of a holistic approach, where mind, body, and spirit are deeply interconnected. From the impact of thoughts and emotions to the role of nature and lifestyle, she shares how small, consistent shifts can lead to profound transformation.Quotes 5:13 - Healing became less about fixing and more about restoring safety in my body. Rhythm and trust in the body is what really then sparked the moment further to have a deeper understanding of what was really going on with me. 6:33 - There was a life before chronic illness, and then there was a life after. And it's just so interesting how everything just falls into place, and even suffering brings, you know, a new life that is uh waiting ahead of you. 8:17 - When the conditions are right, we just need to give the body the right condition.11:54 - The actual real turning point came when I started seeing real physical signs of regeneration.13:44 - Staying in sync with the natural rhythms and caring for cellular integrity. So, that shift from dependency to being in your own driver's seat completely changed everything for me.21:32 - A lot can shift when we start with the mind and the soul. 22:34 - True healing work feels stabilizing and not fast-paced and not urgent. It builds trust in your body and not fear and anxiety or uncertainty of what's going on. It reduces really complexity over time. 28:38 - Healing comes from listening to your body, removing interference and giving life the space to just flow. The flow of energy, the flow of life force.Useful LinksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannahinz/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/regeneratewithjo/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoannaMariaHinz/The Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
About This EpisodeIn this episode I sat down with Austin Milne aka Brother Oz - a deep thinking and passionate pastor from Vancouver who defends Christianity through apologetics and funny videos.We connected in our shared desire to uncover what is good, beautiful, and true.Listen in to learn about the purpose we have as men and women, why women want love and men want respect, why fatherhood comes from God, what are the consequences of feminine worship, why consensus culture is so dangerous, how to define masculinity and femininity based of God's nature, and much more.Connect with Austin:https://www.youtube.com/@Brother_OzTIMESTAMPS:00:00:00 — Intro00:03:46 — Growing up in a Brethren community00:06:46 — The turning point in faith00:10:06 — How Christians understand God's nature00:13:12 — Christ revealed through the Old Testament00:16:48 — Criticism, grace, and human weakness00:19:58 — The soul, identity, and embodiment00:23:22 — Why God can't be divided into parts00:27:04 — The image of God and the word00:30:23 — Marriage, glory, and biblical symbolism00:33:59 — A husband's role in marriage00:36:58 — Why so many young women distrust men00:40:50 — Masculinity, being chosen, and purpose00:44:33 — Why giving advice to women feels complicated00:47:45 — Wild at Heart and masculine longing00:50:44 — Women's deeper fear of being unloved00:54:05 — War, power, and masculine drives00:57:43 — Free love, pair bonding, and social order01:01:43 — Why some values are objectively good01:05:25 — Monotheism, purpose, and hierarchy01:08:50 — Why modern campuses feel disconnected01:12:30 — Consensus vs Truth01:15:37 — Community as protection from radical ideas01:18:50 — Tension between male and female narratives01:22:30 — Cultural trends and shifting beliefs01:26:33 — Outro_______________Beyond the podcast, I work 1:1 with men who are ready to experience their innate power and potency. I support you in creating real, lasting change through a safe space where you can practice presence, timing, and confidence without the hidden cost of a relationship.Read what other men have said - https://share.google/oScXWNergQbnLknbABook a free consultation today - https://calendly.com/anyashakh/discov...If you found some value today, help me spread the word! Share this episode with a friend, leave a comment, or leave a review on Spotify or Apple.Subscribe to my weekly newsletter: https://anyashakh.substack.com (Insights about men and women in your inbox every week)
Christopher M. Carter is a globally recognized SAP expert, serial entrepreneur, and four-time Amazon bestselling author. With a career spanning nearly four decades, he has helped organizations across more than 55 industries migrate, scale, and optimize using SAP and cloud technologies. He is the founder of multiple successful ventures, including Approyo, Mugatu AI, and Charging Bunny, and has authored over 17 books focused on SAP, cloud computing, and digital transformation.Starting his journey in the 1980s with early computer systems like the Commodore VIC-20, Chris built a career grounded in continuous learning and hands-on innovation. From enterprise SAP systems to artificial intelligence, his work centers on helping businesses simplify complexity, improve decision-making, and unlock scalable growth through technology and strong leadership.About This EpisodeIn this episode, Hilmarie speaks with Christopher M. Carter, SAP expert, entrepreneur, and author, about the evolution of enterprise technology and what it takes to build resilient, future-ready businesses.Chris breaks down the importance of SAP in simple terms, explaining how it acts as a single source of truth for organizations by integrating finance, HR, logistics, and operations into one unified system. He shares why this level of integration is critical in today's fast-moving, data-driven world, especially as artificial intelligence becomes embedded into enterprise systems.The conversation dives into the growing role of AI in business, with Chris emphasizing the importance of keeping data secure within internal systems rather than exposing it externally. He highlights a powerful but often overlooked practice: using AI to interview you, helping leaders gain clarity on their challenges through structured, reflective questioning.Quotes4:56 - In today's world, I think that's the most important thing is you've got one tool, one database of record, and you're able to make decisions as fast as possible as AI and your application will allow. 8:29 - One clean embedded AI-based tool is wonderful. 10:51 - Learn artificial intelligence or AI as quickly as possible. Learn about AI agents. 11:07 - The best thing I would do is hire the people that do the things that I don't do well as quickly as possible. 12:18 - I truly love helping people climb the ladder of success.13:03 - I don't necessarily need to have the big, the best and brightest in the room. I have to have the most motivated. I want people who are excited to come to work, to be excited for the projects, who are excited to be a part of the new initiatives that we're doing every single day. And of course, you have to have skills along with that. 13:47 - Learn from the smartest cookies in the room, listen to what they're saying, understand what they're saying, see what they're saying, and then take that information to grow in the next with what you're doing. And I find that to be those are the people that I truly look to bring on board to the organization.18:55 -I learned how to move forward. I realized that not everything in this world is positive, and we began moving forward.21:26 - Keep moving forward, no matter how bad it is, no how no matter how good it is, just keep moving forward and doing the activities. Useful LinksWebsite:https://christophermcarter.com/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-carter-885159/The Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
Vikas Katoch is the Founder and CEO of Sidra Healthcare, a UAE-based healthcare company redefining how primary and preventive care is delivered. With nearly two decades of experience in the healthcare sector across multiple countries, Vikas has held senior leadership roles including CFO and CEO before launching Sidra with a clear mission: make healthcare accessible, affordable, and personalized.Originally from a small town in India, Vikas built his career through academic excellence and disciplined execution, earning top national ranks in finance qualifications before moving into executive leadership. A coincidental move to the UAE in 2015, originally planned as a short-term stint, became a defining chapter. Dubai turned into home and the launchpad for his long-term healthcare vision.About This EpisodeIn this episode, Hilmarie sits down with Vikas to explore how healthcare can move beyond hospital walls and into homes, communities, and everyday life.The conversation also dives into the future of healthcare in the region. From telehealth and robotics to centralized medical records and data-driven decision-making, Vikas outlines why technology is no longer optional, but foundational. Yet, he makes a clear distinction: innovation must sit on top of operational excellence. Strong systems, strong people, and clear processes come first.This episode is a powerful reflection on disciplined growth, purpose-driven leadership, and building businesses that genuinely serve society.Quotes3:34 - Personally, professionally, business-wise, easy name, catchy name. So that's how we decided to stick to Sidra.5:43 - Our goal is to make sure that your health is intact.6:03 - Our approach centers around creating personalized care plans that cater to specific needs, specific preference of each patient. So, whatever we do, we try to focus on tailored solutions which not only improve the patient experience but also leads to a better health.7:39 - We truly believe the client is the king.9:54 - We keep doing a few things for the community, like health checkup camps on a regular basis, in the society, for the society, which at least clearly tells us that okay, guys, whatever we say, we do, and whatever we do as for whatever we say. So that's the core uh belief that we are focused, we will remain focused for uh patient-centric approach.10:55 - Technology is fundamentally transforming the future of healthcare in our region in many impactful ways.12:33 - The data-driven decision making can be done at a government level, at a country level to improve the overall health outcomes for the society.13:20 - First, as the operational excellence, you have to make sure your foundation is strong, your fundamentals are set right. Like a pyramid. If your base is not strong, you cannot stand tall.13:46 - I personally believe companies are not run by just robots, it's run by people. And the people are governed by the processes. So, hire right people, set up right processes and boundaries.14:00 - As long as the team is aligned with the vision, it is always easy to maintain a balance and to take it forward, the organizations.14:42 - You should have a conviction and you start with your vision and run for that every day, in and out.Useful LinksWebsite:https://sidrahc.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/sidrahealthcareuae/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/vikaskatoch85/The Matrix Green Pill Podcast: The Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
About JitinJitin Jaggi is the Managing Director of Circadia Skincare (SAMENA), leading the brand's expansion across Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. Indian by nationality and UAE-based for nearly 35 years, his story blends deep regional roots with a global operator's mindset shaped by scaling businesses across multiple territories.Before skincare, Jitin spent 15 years building a licensed merchandise company from the ground up with his family, developing real-world experience in growth, hiring, processes, and partnerships. His move into professional skincare wasn't a “perfect plan” so much as a deliberate leap, backed by research, self-awareness, and the willingness to start again in a new industry.About This EpisodeIn this episode, Hilmarie speaks with Jitin about what it really takes to pivot industries without losing your confidence. Jitin opens up about imposter syndrome, why self-doubt can be healthy, and how a trusted inner circle keeps him grounded when decisions feel uncertain.They also dig into the business of professional skincare: separating trends from truth, the importance of education, and why partnerships in the region are built on trust, stability, and long-term value. It's a practical conversation for anyone building a career, a business, or a new identity, especially if they're standing right at the edge of change.Quotes6:16 - Time is a finite resource. So, the longer you take to become good at something, you're basically just letting a lot of your goodwill go to waste to the point where people don't have confidence in you. So, you need to find the right path and you need to keep questioning yourself on is this the right path? Because you might not have too many chances to keep correcting yourself.6:46 - I try to take lessons from our journey together when we were building up the previous business as well. And I ask them, you know, what are their opinions? I mean, I take everybody's opinions. In the end, I do what I feel is right because I have to live with that decision.7:22 - I think the self-doubt is going to keep coming in several times in your career. But as long as you have a good group of friends who keep you grounded, I think that's very important.10:25 - It's very fulfilling when you're able to create a business in which all parties make money. It's any business in which just a few of the stakeholders are benefiting it. That's not really a great business at all. So as long as everyone is actually benefiting from it and the consumer gets a great product, that's really something that Circadia helps to build.11:51 - For an aesthetic professional, the most important thing is going to be educating your customers and your consumers of these products into what is the right product for you and how do you stick with classic skincare that works for you day in and day out.13:55 – The founder was always very focused around not just educating people about the brand, but also about skincare in general, ingredient technology.20:29 - Fear and uncertainty are not necessarily a bad thing. It's your natural fight or flight response. It helps you evaluate the situation more critically.21:36 - You do have the ability to make a change and do something else that can help you move to where you want to be.24:34 – Leadership means putting your team before yourself.26:48 - Everyone's gonna lose at some point. It's just better to have done it a little earlier and learn from it.Useful LinksWebsite:https://www.circadia-samena.comThe Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
Ayham Gorani is a Germany-born entrepreneur and computer scientist who has been building digital businesses for nearly two decades. After founding and exiting his first company in Germany, he moved to the UAE in 2011, drawn by the region's momentum and the opportunity to build where his technical skill set was needed most.As Co-Founder and CEO of Pemo, Ayham is focused on helping founders and finance teams reclaim time by modernizing how businesses manage spend. His approach blends long-term thinking with practical execution, shaped by real-world lessons in entrepreneurship, product building, and operating across fast-evolving markets.About This EpisodeIn this episode, Hilmarie sits down with Ayham Gorani to unpack the decisions behind building a fintech company in the GCC, from timing the market to navigating fragmented regulations and infrastructure gaps. Ayham shares why he waited years before launching Pemo, what it took to issue the first card, and how “building foundations before speed” helped the company scale.The conversation also gets tactical for founders: how to approach fundraising with discipline, why validation beats “is this a good idea?”, and how AI is reshaping fintech toward more automation and fewer interfaces. Ayham's green pill moment is a reminder that growth often comes when there's no one else to blame, and your success or failure comes down to knowing yourself.Quotes2:51 - Sometimes you just have to take the leap of faith and go for it, and the rest will come together.6:09 - I wanted to help founders and business leaders really focus on what matters.12:05 - We have built Pemo on a mindset that this is here to scale.12:21 - We have established a strong foundation when it comes to building Pemo. That is one of the decisions that we took early on.13:11 - I would probably add to that, I don't believe there is a right or wrong. And I believe as an entrepreneur, we have to be able to do both.13:44 - A few learnings that I had personally that in order to raise funds, it has to be a very structured approach with clear deadlines, with clear preparation and being ready to go to market to close around very quickly.14:59 - Build a team that can fundraise and that complements each other to get the traction that is needed to raise the funds.18:03 - The skill set of validating ideas before building anything is very important, not only for the entrepreneurship journey, but for anything in life. 19:50 - As entrepreneurs, we need to think of where the future is going and how the future will look, and then point in that direction and build the company accordingly.20:42 - You have to think about your data and how you manage your data.21:48 - Learn to validate.22:27 - Trust my instincts, to really look into my own faults and try to optimize them because there was no one else to blame if things failed.Useful LinksWebsite:https://www.pemo.io/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getpemo/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayhamg/ The Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
About MusataMusata Matei is Head of Partnerships and Growth at IGNITE in DIFC, and the author of The Mother Shift, a candid exploration of working motherhood and the leadership reset it demands. An expat for most of her life, Musata began her career in London's high-pressure financial world, including a role at Goldman Sachs, before relocating to Dubai in search of a more sustainable, family-friendly way to live and work.After experiencing maternity discrimination firsthand, Musata began journaling as a form of self-therapy, which eventually evolved into a book that blends her story with the lived experiences of other mothers and founders. Today, she speaks openly about the motherhood penalty, bias, mental load, and the myth of “having it all,” while advocating for a more human, inclusive leadership model rooted in emotional intelligence, empathy, and authenticity.About This EpisodeIn this episode of the Matrix Green Pill Podcast, Hilmarie Hutchison sits down with Musata Matei (Head of Partnerships & Growth, IGNITE DIFC) to unpack what motherhood really shifts: identity, ambition, leadership style, and the definition of success. Musata shares how being fired while pregnant became a turning point, how Dubai offered a different path forward, and why leadership frameworks built for a previous era no longer serve the world we're living in now.The conversation dives into the realities many working mothers quietly carry: bias at work, mom guilt, the invisible mental load, and the burnout that comes from chasing the “supermom” standard. Musata offers practical insights for mothers in high-pressure roles, and also challenges companies to rethink performance, flexibility, and what inclusive leadership truly looks like. It's a grounded, hopeful conversation that reminds us: motherhood doesn't reduce ambition, it sharpens it and the future of leadership will reward the very skills many women were once told to hide.Quotes5:20 - I think the way we think about leadership, work, and parenthood has to evolve, both for women and men. And that's really what the Maver Shift is about. It's about raising awareness and encouraging today and tomorrow's leaders to embrace change.6:10 - These are becoming the leadership skills that will matter most. They're no longer optional extras. And I truly believe that mothers, working mums, are the ones who embody all of these skills.8:35 - Another huge experience that we have in common is the strength and perseverance that mothers have. We just don't give up. We keep showing up. Success for many of us is not about a final destination. It's about resilience, consistency, and continuing despite the odds.12:42 - I believe more in, let's say, sustainability, to put ourselves first without guilt. I know that's easier said than done, but I truly believe now that if we cannot function, everything else eventually falls apart.13:22 - The biggest advice that I would give to mothers who are really struggling to find that balance is not necessarily to chase that balance, but to put their needs first.14:12 - I do believe that if you know you want to succeed as a mom and as a professional, you have to redefine ambition and success on your own terms rather than according to what society has told us or according to the expectations of others or even our families. We have to be the ones who define what is good for us and what works for us at every single stage of our life, and certainly every stage of our motherhood.15:02 - For me, self-care is not just about spa days or bubble baths. It's about maintenance. And it includes both mental and physical healtThe Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
Will the DHS shutdown and the Iran War break the US economy? Dr. David Schein breaks down the news for Week 11 of 2026 you need to know.
Annie StaceyAnnie Stacey is the founder and CEO of Reloved, a UAE-based eco-tech marketplace redefining how people buy and sell pre-loved furniture, fashion, and lifestyle items. Originally from the UK, Annie moved to the UAE over a decade ago with plans to stay briefly, but quickly found a long-term home in the region. With a background in HR and corporate leadership, she brings a people-first mindset to entrepreneurship, balancing commercial growth with community impact.Her journey as a founder is marked by resilience and reinvention. After losing her life savings to a fraudulent app developer while pregnant and working full-time, Annie chose not to walk away from her vision. Instead, she rebuilt Reloved from scratch, launching a lean MVP and steadily growing the platform into a trusted circular commerce brand. Today, Reloved has helped save over 1.5 tonnes of CO₂ emissions through conscious consumption, while empowering individuals and families to participate in a more sustainable economy.About This EpisodeIn this episode of the Matrix Green Pill Podcast, Hilmarie Hutchison sits down with Annie Stacey for an honest and grounded conversation about entrepreneurship, failure, and purpose-driven innovation. Annie shares the behind-the-scenes reality of building Reloved, from being scammed during early app development to navigating trust, logistics, payments, and buyer–seller dynamics in the UAE market.The conversation explores the emotional side of founding a startup, including self-doubt, burnout, loneliness, and the pressure to “push through” at all costs. Annie reflects on motherhood, mental resilience, and why stepping back can be just as powerful as working harder. The episode also dives into circular living, conscious consumption, and how small choices can create real environmental impact. It's a candid reminder that meaningful businesses are often built not from perfection, but from persistence, alignment, and the courage to start again.Quotes6:39 - I think in terms of advice, it would just be definitely do your due diligence, don't do what I did, and just assume everything's okay by a nice website.19:52 - My biggest learning is just being yourself, be authentic.20:37 - I love nature, I love being outside. I like actually grounding myself, putting my bare feet on the grass.21:01 - It's the small things that matter and it's the small things that count. And if you've got your health and you're happy, then everything else is good. 21:46 - My vision, my dream would be just for people to be more conscious of the what they're buying and what they're selling and to change the narrative to bring people onto a platform.22:15 - Be a household name and to be recognized throughout everyone on who would use the platform.22:44 – It's not going to be perfect. Just take the first leap, which is getting something out there.23:04 - It is going to be a bumpy ride and enjoy the bumps.24:19 - Trust the process. Surround yourself with positivity and don't sweat the small stuff. All your dreams will become a reality if you take the right steps in doing so. And take the time to be grateful rather than focusing on the next thing.Useful LinksWebsite:https://www.therelovedmarketplace.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/anniecstaceyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anniecstacey: The Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
About Navixha BaggaNavixha Bagga is a leadership and emotional wellness coach with over two decades of experience spanning corporate IT, mindfulness, and personal development. After a 23-year career leading teams in high-pressure environments, she transitioned into purpose-driven coaching focused on resilience, emotional regulation, and mindful leadership. Alongside her corporate career, Navixha spent years facilitating breathwork and wellness programs as a volunteer across schools, prisons, and military environments. Today, she works closely with teens, women, and leaders navigating burnout, anxiety, identity shifts, and emotional overload, and is also the host of the Soul Sparked podcast.About This EpisodeIn this episode of the Matrix Green Pill Podcast, Hilmarie Hutchison sits down with Navixha Bagga to explore emotional wellness, burnout, and what it truly means to lead from within. Navixha shares her journey from corporate leadership to coaching, the quiet warning signs of burnout, and why resilience comes from intentional pauses rather than constant pressure. The conversation also touches on supporting teens through emotional overload, leading by example, and the green pill moment that prompted Navixha to fully step into her purpose-driven work.Quotes1:15 - I'm a constant learner. That is my life purpose and my life journey.5:33 - Teens are much more willing to unlearn.7:01 - Burnout is this silent numbness which just continues to grow over years and decades.7:13 - Resilience is not just about pushing harder, it's actually about taking an intentional, mindful pause and looking deeper, looking within and recognizing and seeing your own emptiness, your internal hurt and cracks that you have within.9:17 - Emotions are not created and destroyed, but emotions transition from a more negative and toxic one to a neutral one and then to a positive one.11:53 – The clinching strategy is to model that same behavior that you want to inspire and inculcate in your team.12:20 - Start with cleaning your own room and your own diet and your own uh schedule first.13:19 - Each individual, each one of us, is an inherent leader. We are all born with leadership attributes and qualities.13:51 - We are all born leaders.18:22 – Resilience - not giving up on myself.Useful LinksWebsite:https://navixha.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OrganicizeyourlifeLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/navixhabagga/The Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
SCOTUS just cleared the way for the Trump Admin to end Biden-era parole programs. Here is what it means for 500,000+ people. ⚖️
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This week on I Am Redemption, Shawn Livingston sits down with Air Force Special Operations veteran Clayton McMurry for one of the most powerful conversations we've had to date.Clayton shares what it was like guarding President Donald Trump, deploying on high level missions, and operating inside the world of Special Forces.We talk about the global cave rescue mission that captured the attention of the world and what it feels like to go on mission when the stakes are life and death. But this episode goes deeper.Clayton opens up about watching his brother battle myocarditis and the hope he continues to see as his brother fights to regain strength.We dive into his water company, the personal battles he has faced, and how his faith in God continues to fuel his mission.This is about brotherhood. This is about leadership. This is about purpose under pressure.This is I Am Redemption. Built different by pain. Powered different by purpose. We are what comes after.THE I AM REDEMPTION MISSIONI Am Redemption is a nonprofit and media movement founded by Shawn Livingston. Our mission is simple: Turn pain into purpose. Build stronger men and women. Create community. Show what is possible after addiction, trauma, failure, and loss. We are what comes after. Through powerful conversations, endurance events, community runs, men's meetings, and film projects, we are building a movement rooted in faith, discipline, and service. If this episode moved you, share it. If it challenged you, comment. If it helped you, send it to someone who needs it.
Send a text Content Warning: description of panic attack About This EpisodeIn this powerful conversation, award-winning social entrepreneur and women's leadership expert Fiona Macaulay reframes failure as strategic data, not personal defeat. From leading a global network of 25,000 purpose-driven leaders to serving as the Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Georgetown University, Fiona shares practical tools to tame perfectionism, navigate the messy middle, and turn setbacks into momentum. We explore her five failure types, the neuroscience behind small steps and confidence rebuilding, and her 3G Framework (Ground, Gather, Go) to help leaders re-enter the arena with clarity and courage. Whether you are recalibrating, recovering, or simply ready for more, this episode will help you move forward with intention, strategy, and true boldness. About Fiona MacaulayFiona M. Macaulay is an award-winning social entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and author who helps Fortune 500 and social impact leaders transform failure into competitive advantage through resilience and strategic risk-taking.A women's leadership expert, she is founder and CEO of the Women for Impactful Leadership Development Network (WILD), connecting 25,000 leaders across 100 countries, and serves as Professor and Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business.She has advised JP Morgan, McKinsey, and Microsoft. Recognized among the top 1 percent of U.S. women entrepreneurs, her work has been featured in The New York Times and O, The Oprah Magazine. Fiona lives in Washington, DC, with her husband and daughters. Additional Resources LinkedIn: @FionaMacaulay X: @F_Macaulay Instagram: @wildinnovators Support the show-------- Stay Connected www.leighburgess.com Watch the episodes on YouTube Follow Leigh on Instagram: @theleighaburgess Follow Leigh on LinkedIn: @LeighBurgess Sign up for Leigh's bold newsletter
About This EpisodeIn this guest episode I sit down with Professor Marc J. Defant, Professor of Geology and Geochemistry whose work spans the physical sciences and evolutionary psychology.Recently he published a peer-reviewed paper in Sexuality & Culture titled “Evolutionary Psychology and the Crisis of Empirical Rigor in Feminist Studies” - https://rdcu.be/eOkjZThe paper argues that much of modern feminist scholarship is ideology and not grounded in any truth. Professor Defant and I discuss how social constructivism has created confusion about relationships, work, masculinity, and femininity. We explore human evolution, parental investment theory, cross-cultural studies of mate selection preferences, and much more.Listen in to learn how feminism might have broken an old template but has gone too far in denying human nature, why suppressing sex differences actually clarifies them more, the real roots of the pay gap, and what's really going on between men and women today.Get in touch with Professor Marc J. Defant here: https://www.marcdefant.com/about/-Watch his TED talk here: https://youtu.be/_nCOhrYV7eg?si=SmxngOyM1fTCaO1aTIMESTAMPS:TIMESTAMPS:00:00 — Intro & Attraction Differences01:00 — Introducing Professor Marc J. Defant 01:56 — Background in Evolutionary Psychology 03:11 — Feminist Critiques of Biology 04:00 — Social Constructivism vs. Instincts 06:48 — Motherhood & Changing Priorities 08:44 — How Fatherhood Changes Men 10:11 — Human Evolution & Brain Size 11:51 — Male Parental Investment 14:25 — Cross-Cultural Mate Preferences 14:56 — Why Men Value Youth & Beauty 16:26 — Modern Women Providing Resources 18:51 — The APA on Toxic Masculinity 20:06 — High-Earning Women & Divorce 21:33 — The Crisis in Feminist Studies 23:44 — Fat Studies & Health at Every Size 25:52 — Body Positivity & Reproductive Suppression 28:16 — Unrealistic Beauty Standards 29:32 — Societal Pressures on Young Men 31:24 — Objectification vs. Natural Attraction 32:20 — The Importance of Inner Beauty 33:53 — Women's Long-Term Mate Preferences 35:28 — Hetero-Pessimism & Dating Apathy 36:21 — Female Entitlement & Independence 37:04 — The Patriarchy & The Pay Gap 38:35 — Flexibility & Occupational Choices 40:01 — Women Dominating Modern Fields 42:00 — Rethinking Societal Expectations 44:36 — Male Competition & Workplace Dynamics 46:08 — Did Early Feminism Misunderstand Needs? 47:00 — The Alternative Path of Early Feminism 49:15 — The Biological Reality of the Sexes 51:45 — Consequences of Blank Slate Theory 54:10 — Equal Opportunity vs. Equal Outcomes 56:30 — How Men & Women Communicate Differently 59:00 — The Importance of Complementary Roles 01:01:20 — Fixing the Modern Dating Market 01:03:45 — Advice for Young Men Today 01:06:15 — Navigating Career vs. Motherhood 01:08:45 — Building a Meaningful Partnership 01:12:46 — Discussing Marriage Expectations Early___________________________Beyond the podcast I'm a men's mental health coach. I help you reprogram the patterns and belief systems that are sabotaging your power, peace, and love life. Ready to make some life changes? Book a free consultation today - https://calendly.com/anyashakh/discov...If you found some value today then help me spread the word! Share this episode with a friend or leave a review. This helps the podcast grow.You can also watch the episodes on youtube hereFollow me on Instagram @anyashakhSubscribe to my weekly newsletter: https://anyashakh.substack.com (Insights about men and women in your inbox every week)
About This EpisodeIn this episode of Overland Radio, hosts Michael Hyden and Lee reconnect after a hiatus, discussing their recent life changes, health challenges, and overlanding adventures. They share personal updates, including Lee's ongoing health issues and Michael's experiences in Alaska. The conversation also touches on political discussions related to the overlanding community and plans for future events. The hosts emphasize the importance of community and connection in their lives and the overlanding culture. In this engaging conversation, Lee and Michael explore various themes surrounding aging, relationships, and the evolution of overlanding. They reflect on turning 50, the importance of legacy, and the dynamics of family celebrations. The discussion also touches on future business ventures, community engagement, and the need for content creation in their lives. With humor and camaraderie, they navigate the complexities of life, relationships, and the adventures that lie ahead.TakeawaysMichael and Lee are excited to be back on the air.Lee has been dealing with health challenges, including multiple sclerosis.Chronic pain can affect mental well-being and lifestyle.Overlanding experiences are a significant part of their lives.The hosts discuss the importance of community in overlanding.Political discussions can be divisive but are necessary for understanding.Future camping events are being planned, including a diamond digging trip.Lee bought a significant ring for his partner, indicating a commitment.The hosts express their preferences for college football over the NFL.They share humorous anecdotes about their lives and experiences. Turning 50 brings reflections on life and legacy.Mortality becomes a more prominent thought as we age.Relationships evolve and require nurturing over time.Family dynamics play a crucial role in our lives.Overlanding is evolving into a tool for various adventures.Future plans include business ventures and community engagement.Content creation is essential for maintaining connection.The importance of having fun and enjoying life.Legacy is about the impression we leave on others.Engaging with the community enhances the overlanding experience.
How do top sales leaders stay on top in 2026? Seasoned National Sales Director Kristy McCracken shares her secrets.About This EpisodeIn this episode of Medical Sales U, I sit down with Kristy McCracken, a veteran leader in medical devices and biologics. From managing multi-million dollar revenues to leading national teams at companies like Essity and Merck, Kristy knows what it takes to win.We dive deep into:The "Always Learning" Mindset: Why high-level executives are returning to the basics to stay competitive.Modern Networking: How to use LinkedIn and AI to find common ground with hiring managers today.Leadership & Coaching: Kristy shares a powerful story of how she coached an underperforming rep back to success.The Future of Med-Tech: Balancing high-tech AI tools with the "human touch" that closes deals.Whether you are trying to break into medical sales or you're a seasoned pro looking to reinvent your role, Kristy's insights on persistence and "sharpening the saw" are essential listening. Key Moments (Timestamps)00:00 – Introduction: The greatest winners never stop learning.02:15 – Kristy's journey: 20 years in Pharma and Medical Devices.04:30 – Why even National Sales Directors need a "Professional Community."07:45 – Breaking in vs. Leveling up: What has changed in 2026?11:10 – Leadership Deep Dive: Coaching a rep through a PIP (Performance Improvement Plan).15:30 – Networking Secrets: How Kristy landed her latest role using Dave's strategies.19:20 – The Human Element: Asking the "follow-up" question.23:10 – Advice for the next generation of medical sales leaders.Resources & LinksConnect with Kristy McCracken: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mccracken/READY TO BREAK INTO MEDICAL SALES? We help professionals transition into top-tier medical sales roles: medicalsalesu.com/Kristy mentioned that "Persistence is Key." What is the biggest rejection you've faced in your career, and how did you bounce back? Let us know in the comments!If you found value in this talk, please: SUBSCRIBE for more interviews with industry leaders. LIKE this video to help other medical sales professionals find us. HIT THE BELL so you never miss a coaching session.#MedicalSales #Leadership #CareerGrowth #SalesCoaching #MedTech #MedicalSalesU #Networking2026
ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn our conversation Marisa offers valuable insights into:Supporting change and transition for successHelping people be their bestThe link between engagement, development and performanceEquity and fairness in leading change and transitionMarisa's Three Key Encouragements to Leaders:It sounds so simple but really get to know your peopleGreat people and talent come in different forms – there isn't a single formulaTake time to think about how life can / will change for you and what you want from it and what you might need to do differently or learn. Don't put things off! And never give up on what you wantTo connect, follow and find out more about Marisa:LinkedIn: Marisa KismulThank youTo listen to other Leaders in Conversation with me Anni Townend go to my website, www.annitownend.com; to listen to Finding Your Collaborative Edge™ with Lucy Kidd and I, to do go our website www.collaborationequation.com.To contact me Anni Townend do email me on anni@annitownend.com visit my website, subscribe to my newsletter, and podcast and do follow me on LinkedIn.A big thank you to SHMOGUS Media for the wonderful production and marketing of the podcast with Louisa Penny, from Penny Writing.If you are not already please do subscribe to the podcast, review and share it.I look forward to connecting with you, thank you for listening.
About This EpisodeIn this episode, I talk about why anxiety isn't always a lack of faith — and how Scripture describes it more like a fractured inner allegiance.I share a personal story about carrying responsibility I never clarified, how my body stayed on high alert even when I believed the right things, and what changed when I stopped trying to calm myself and started releasing control.We explore:Why Philippians 4:6 isn't a command to “stop worrying”How prayer realigns trust instead of suppressing emotionWhat the nervous system is actually asking when anxiety shows upWhy peace isn't passive — it guards the inner lifeHow small daily rhythms train the body to trust againThere's also a short, gentle moment in the episode where I invite you to pause, breathe, and release one thing you've been carrying alone.No hype.No fixing.Just alignment.If This ResonatedYou don't need more information.You likely need a repeatable rhythm that your body can trust.Join us on my skool platform https://www.skool.com/the-word-wellne...
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About This EpisodeIn this conversation, Bethaney Wilkinson and Tracey Gee explore the themes of desire, restlessness, and personal growth. They discuss the importance of recognizing and embracing one's desires, the role of community in navigating these feelings, and the significance of self-awareness and experimentation in personal development. They also touch on the challenges of dealing with disappointment and grief, and how these experiences can ultimately lead to deeper understanding and fulfillment. The conversation emphasizes the need for permission and agency in pursuing one's desires while balancing personal aspirations with the realities of the world.Chapters* 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates* 01:52 Exploring Restlessness and Change* 06:01 The Power of Desire* 09:55 Navigating Permission and Agency* 14:03 Building Safety in Pursuing Desires* 17:50 Self-Awareness and Strengths* 22:03 Balancing External Demands with Personal Desires* 24:55 Finding Control Amidst Overwhelm* 28:33 Embracing Experimentation in Life* 32:03 Navigating Disappointment and Grief* 37:12 Desire-Based Goal Setting* 43:17 Practices for a Grounded LifeKeywordsrestlessness, desire, agency, community, uncertainty, self-awareness, experimentation, disappointment, grief, goal settingTakeaways to Contemplate* Restlessness can be a powerful signal for change.* Desire is often seen as selfish, but it can be generative.* Naming our desires can help us reclaim our authenticity.* Community can provide safety in exploring our desires.* Disappointment can teach us about our true desires.* Experimentation allows for growth and learning.* Self-awareness is crucial in understanding our desires.* Navigating uncertainty requires practice and patience.* Grief and disappointment are part of the journey towards fulfillment.Links Galore Learn More about Tracey Gee here and access her guide to desire-based goal setting here.Preorder my book, A More Beautiful Way to Live, here. www.bethaneywilkinson.com / hello@bethaneywilkinson.com / @bethaney.bree This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.amorebeautifulway.co
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ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this special annual episode, OHSU medical oncologist Dr. Guillaume (“Will”) Pegna joins us once again to break down the highlights from the 2025 North American Neuroendocrine Tumor Society (NANETS) Multidisciplinary NET Medical Symposium. He walks us through the latest clinical trial results and emerging research—covering PRRT, non-PRRT therapies, liver-directed treatments, and new biomarkers—and explains what these updates mean for the NET patient and caregiver community.ABOUT DR. PEGNADr. Pegna is a medical oncologist who specializes in the care of adults with neuroendocrine tumors (NETs). He is additionally interested and experienced in the management of rare tumors, including pheochromocytomas, paragangliomas and adrenocortical carcinomas as well as other gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. Pegna is actively involved with clinical trials and cancer research to improve survival and quality of life for cancer patients and to better understand the biology of these diseases. He specializes in the use of chemotherapy, immunotherapy and multidisciplinary approaches to cancer care. Dr. Pegna finds it rewarding to help patients understand their disease, providing treatment options based on each individual patient, and supporting them through their treatment journeys.Visit NCF.net/podcast/51 for more information For more information, visit NCF.net.
Running a real estate brokerage looks glamorous… until you're the one carrying the overhead, training, liability, and nonstop fires. After 25 years in the industry — including closing 587 homes in a single year and growing a 35-agent brokerage — Bryan Knisley hit a ceiling almost no one talks about.This episode breaks down the real story behind dissolving a brokerage, moving 95% of agents to eXp, and building a scalable business with time freedom, technology leverage, and an actual exit plan.If you're an agent or broker-owner feeling stretched thin or stuck in place, this will hit home.
About Georgina PereiraGeorgina Pereira is the Manager of Species Survival at Expo City Dubai, where she plays a leading role in establishing the world's first IUCN Center for Species Survival dedicated to fungi. Georgina blends a deep love for biodiversity with a mission to elevate one of the planet's most overlooked kingdoms.Her path to conservation was anything but ordinary. Georgina trained as a lawyer before realizing the career she had pursued for years no longer aligned with her purpose. Living with ADHD added another layer to her journey, shaping how she works, learns, and hyper-focuses on what truly excites her. A slow, intentional reconnection with nature during the COVID years brought her back to her childhood fascination with mushrooms—and ultimately set her on a new scientific path.Today, Georgina is a voice for the “missing kingdom,” championing fungi's role in ecosystems, bioinnovation, climate resilience, and community engagement. Her passion has taken her from the courtroom to the desert, the laboratory, and even the TED stage, where she shared her story of reinvention, curiosity, and purpose.About This EpisodeIn this episode, Georgina takes us inside her remarkable career shift—from the fast-paced world of litigation to the hidden world of fungi. She shares how growing up in Dubai taught her resilience and adaptability, and how navigating ADHD helped her understand what truly lights her up.Georgina talks about the deeply personal moment that pushed her to walk away from law, slow down, and rediscover her connection to nature. That shift led her to biodiversity, mycology, and eventually a leadership role in global conservation—proving that sometimes the most unexpected paths lead to the most authentic purpose.She explains why fungi are so much more than mushrooms, revealing how these organisms can break down plastics, clean contaminated soil, and even revolutionize the fashion industry through mycelium-based textiles. Georgina also shares the mission behind the UAE's first national macrofungal checklist and why community involvement is key to mapping the country's fungal diversity.From imposter syndrome in STEM to finding joy in being “a little bit weird,” Georgina offers grounded advice for young women in science and honest reflections on what resilience truly means. Her story is a powerful reminder that slowing down can help you find your way back to the life you were meant to live.Quotes2:27 - I realized very quickly that for the things that I did find passionate and like sort of curiosity around, I just wanted to do more. And so, I think ADHD sort of really helped me figure out what it was that I prioritized as being important for me. 4:33- I started to look at what mattered the most to me and I started to really find biodiversity as my calling as a child. 9:29 - I think the most mind-blowing thing that I figured out is that everything I look at, everything around me, is somehow connected back to fungi. 11:41- I very quickly realized that if you're truly, truly passionate about something, the way you find those answers are not necessarily in what people might seem as mainstream ways to be able to find answers. 11:58 - It's just understanding that you can channel that passion in whatever way you'd like, figure out creative solutions for problems that might currently exist. 12:18 - Never think that it might not be something that's not your cup of tea just because one of the subjects aren't necessarily the best for you. 12:39 - Keep trotting along, keep trotting along. And if it doesn't quite work for you, figure out The Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
Send us a textContent Warning: brain tumor, brain surgery About This EpisodeIn this inspiring episode, Dr. Andreea Vanacker, an entrepreneur, international speaker, and multi-time author, shares a science-backed path to cultivating steady joy, even in high-pressure seasons. Through her Trilogy of Joy framework built on love, confidence, and gratitude, Andreea offers three simple dials you can turn when you feel anxious, low, or stuck. She opens up about her own life-changing diagnosis, the purpose that followed, and what her global research across 48 countries reveals about fulfillment and resilience. With practical tools for protecting your energy, caring for your mind and body, and connecting your strengths to meaningful purpose, this conversation offers a clear, encouraging map for transforming small daily choices into powerful life change. About Andreea VanackerDr. Andreea Vanacker is an entrepreneur, international speaker, and 4x author. She is a resilient visionary who turned a life-altering nine-hour brain surgery into a global movement for joy. Her TEDx talk introduced the world to her groundbreaking Trilogy of Joy model. As an accomplished global speaker with business experience in over 50 countries, Andreea intertwines her powerful personal narrative with over a decade of research in neuroscience and positive psychology. Andreea has a Ph.D. in Economics, and her insights have been featured in various publications from Forbes, Fast Company to Business Insider. She is the founder and CEO of One Million Years Of Joy, a media company that comprises a podcast, a global study on joy, an annual Leadership Luminary award and a future documentary of joy. Additional ResourcesWebsite: andreeavanacker.comLinkedIn: @AndreeaVanacker Support the show-------- Stay Connected www.leighburgess.com Watch the episodes on YouTube Follow Leigh on Instagram: @theleighaburgess Follow Leigh on LinkedIn: @LeighBurgess Sign up for Leigh's bold newsletter
ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this heart-to-heart, we get honest about the moment your needs meet your nerves. You want to ask—but you don't want to be “too much,” so you hint, hope, and end up holding everything. Sis, that pattern ends today. I'm walking you through my four-step Aligned Ask framework so you can make clear, confident requests without feeling pushy or abandoning your peace.If you're a high-achieving, heart-led woman who's done with overgiving, this one's your permission slip. We'll regulate your nervous system, get specific about what you want, and use plug-and-play confident communication scripts you can take into your relationships, career, and personal time. Because asking isn't pressure—it's partnership.By the end, you'll know exactly how to ask and get a yes (or receive a “no” without spiraling), deepen boundaries and self-advocacy, and build the mutual support you deserve—while staying fully aligned with your values and your voice.KEY TAKEAWAYSThe Aligned Ask Works Anywhere: A simple four-step flow to make clear, kind requests that land.Truth Bomb: Clarity is not pushy—clarity is kindness (to you and them).Empowering Shift: From hinting and resentment → to self-respect and collaboration.Aligned Action Step: Use the “Open & Align → Clear Ask → Value Frame → Autonomy” script this week.THE SELF-LOVE 2-STEPYour voice deserves space. This mini ritual helps you ask from a regulated, self-honoring place—not urgency or fear. Use it before any conversation that matters, and watch your communication soften, strengthen, and actually create the connection you crave.✨ STEP 1: NAME IT CLEARLY. Place a hand on your heart and say: “What I'm asking for is… [specific request] by [date/time] because it supports [shared outcome].” Breathe. Feel how clean that is.
Send us a textTeaching, Training and Transformation: Malgorzata's Journey ForwardWhat happens when language that works at home starts changing classrooms and systems. What if a one minute demo with an umbrella could stop symptom punishment faster than another meeting. What if a parent advocate was invited to help shape an international conference.About This EpisodeIn this Part 2 of The FASD Success Show, I bring Malgorzata back from Poland to share what happened next. Invitations to schools and trainings took off. A new film for students was produced for nationwide use. She ran small room foster trainings that created big shifts. She was asked to moderate in Krakow and evaluate research abstracts. And at home her family kept doing the brave work of healing as her son began building real connections with his birth siblings.Meet the Guest: MalgorzataMalgorzata is the founder of FASmisja. What started as one mom searching for answers has grown into a national movement focused on prevention, practical education, and hope for families and professionals.In This Episode You Will Hear• How advocacy scaled from kitchen table to schools, conferences, and national prevention efforts • The student film project, which will Premiere 10.20.2025, and why short, clear education can move a whole system • Simple teaching tools to borrow now including the umbrella activity and the chin and cheek demo • Why modeling matters for adults and how kids copy what we do more than what we say • Choosing school fit over labels and the reality of integration settings in Poland • What changed most in a two day foster caregiver training with a small group • A powerful home story of grief and connection as her son visited his birth mother's grave and chose to meet siblings • How she moved past imposter feelings by speaking from the heart and letting results do the talkingWhy It MattersPart 1 showed pain turning into purpose. Part 2 shows purpose turning into progress you can feel in classrooms and communities. You will get tools you can show, not just tell. You will see proof that systems can listen. You will leave steadier for hard conversations at home and clearer about small wins you can create this week.
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Podcast: Conversational CurrencyHost: Shadeed EleazerEpisode: Podcast Summit Recap - The New Era of Voice, Visibility, and Reputational CurrencyTagline: The fastest-growing playbook for building reputation, authority, and legacy in a digital economy powered by AI.About This EpisodeIn this powerful recap episode, Shadeed Eleazer breaks down his first experience attending the 3rd Annual Podcast Summit, the premier event for creators, coaches, and entrepreneurs using audio platforms to transform their voice into a vehicle for wealth and legacy.You'll get behind-the-scenes insight into what made this event exceptional, from its high-level production and industry-leading speakers to the mindset shift it inspired around Reputational Currency and content-driven influence.If you're building a personal brand, digital platform, or media presence, this episode gives you a front-row seat to the future of visibility, authority, and IP monetization.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why the Podcast Summit is more than just an event, it's a movement for creators of colorKey takeaways from industry leaders like Brii Renee, Alicia Lyttle, Donni Wiggins, Wall Street Trapper, and Omar El-TakoriHow the summit reflects the growing value of Reputational Currency in the digital economyShadeed's personal shift in perspective after attending and why this summit reawakened a more profound sense of leadership, purpose, and platform-buildingAbout the Podcast: Convo CurrencyConvo Currency is the fastest-growing playbook for building reputation, authority, and legacy in a digital economy powered by AI. Hosted by Shadeed Eleazer, Licensing Strategist and IP Architect to high-performance entrepreneurs, this podcast is built for the creators, consultants, and thought leaders who are ready to turn their content into capital and their name into an asset.Each episode delivers practical frameworks, thought-provoking insights, and real-world examples of how communication, visibility, and intellectual property converge to build long-term leverage.About David Shands – Founder of Podcast SummitDavid Shands is a visionary entrepreneur, speaker, and the creator of Sleep Is 4 Suckers. As the founder and host of the widely respected Social Proof Podcast, David has become one of the most influential voices in the business podcasting space.He is a fierce advocate for turning content into cash flow and helping individuals transition from job to dream. His mission is to empower creators, especially those from underserved communities, to realize that entrepreneurship is a viable and powerful career path.David has impacted thousands through his platforms, courses, and live events—and with Podcast Summit, he's created the ultimate space for podcasters and storytellers to learn how to build sustainable, monetizable shows that create real impact.About the Podcast SummitThe Podcast Summit is the largest in-person podcast conference for entrepreneurs, content creators, and aspiring hosts of color. Now in its third year, the summit brings together top-tier podcasters, media executives, and marketers to share insights on monetization, branding, audio strategy, and equity through media.With dynamic main stage sessions, hands-on breakout workshops, live recordings, and brand activations, the summit provides creators with both inspiration and implementation strategies.Learn more at: www.PodcastSummit.comLinks & Resources✅ Access the Digital Asset Action Plan: https://digitalassetplan.com
What is happiness, really? And how do you find it when life feels messy, unfair, or nothing like you planned?Welcome to The Collide Podcast Summer Highlight Series!All summer long, we're bringing back some of our most impactful episodes — powerful conversations centered around life-changing collisions with Jesus. Whether this is your first time hearing the episode or you're revisiting an old favorite, each story is filled with hope, healing, and purpose.This episode originally aired in September 2020 and quickly became one of our most listened-to episodes. In it, Bible teacher and best-selling author Lisa Harper explores what true happiness and joy look like—not in a perfect life, but in the real, raw, and redemptive places where God shows up. From her journey of single motherhood to speaking out on injustice, Lisa shares what it means to live boldly, authentically, and joyfully—right in the middle of the mess.About This EpisodeIn this heartfelt and hope-filled conversation, Lisa Harper shares how happiness and joy aren't found in perfection or predictability—but in God's presence right in the middle of life's mess. She opens up about her journey through single motherhood, her passion for justice, and how she's learned to hold space for both grief and gratitude. Whether you're wrestling with disappointment, waiting on unanswered prayers, or trying to make sense of a broken world, Lisa reminds us that true joy is not circumstantial—it's sacred, sustaining, and deeply rooted in the heart of God.Meet Lisa HarperLisa is a renowned preacher, speaker, and author known for her theological richness, sharp wit, and refreshing honesty. With a Master of Theological Studies from Covenant Seminary and over 30 years in ministry, she is passionate about making Scripture accessible and relatable. Lisa is also a single mother through adoption and an advocate for justice, joy, and the beauty found in the messy middle of life.In This Episode, You'll LearnHow Lisa's adoption journey revealed God's unconditional love in a new lightWhat real joy looks like when life is anything but picture-perfectCandid thoughts on racism, injustice, and how the Church can respondWhy authenticity matters more than appearance in your faith walkHow to step boldly into your calling even when you feel unqualifiedHow This Episode Will Encourage YouThis conversation will make you laugh, reflect, and see Jesus in a new way. Lisa's insight and authenticity will encourage you to stop striving for perfection and start showing up in your story with faith, humility, and joy. You'll be reminded that God meets us right where we are—and that's exactly where transformation begins.Collide Women's Conference - Join us for a powerful one-day event filled with inspiration, connection, and encouragement to help you pursue healing, purpose, and deeper faith.Yes, You – A Bible study on self-worth to help you move beyond inadequacy and step into your God-given purpose.A 20-Day Walk Toward Gratitude – Daily reflections, truth-filled prompts, and practical exercises to cultivate a grateful heart.✨ Learn more and grab your ticket at
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About Maxim HaartsenMaxim Haartsen is the co-founder and CEO of eJaby, a groundbreaking e-commerce marketplace that provides premium overstock products at unbeatable value while reducing environmental impact. With a background in life sciences and a career spanning pharmaceutical sales, marketing, and business development, Maxim has combined his expertise with his entrepreneurial spirit to tackle one of the world's biggest challenges—food waste.About This EpisodeIn this episode of The Matrix Green Pill Podcast, host Hilmarie Hutchison sits down with visionary entrepreneur Maxim Haartsen to discuss his fascinating journey from a career in life sciences and big pharma to launching eJaby.Maxim shares how his upbringing, influenced by his entrepreneurial grandfather, led him to think beyond the constraints of the corporate world. He takes us through his global career journey, from the Netherlands to Japan and the UAE, and explains how his experiences shaped his approach to business.With food waste being a $64 billion problem in the MENA region, Maxim saw an opportunity to create a business that not only solves a critical issue but also provides real value to consumers and suppliers alike. He details how eJaby works, its impact on reducing waste, and how technology is playing a key role in transforming the supply chain.Quotes4:00 - My parents were obviously great examples for me, but it was always something from day one that kept pushing me in another space. 4:30 - I always saw the opportunities within the career path, but also in business. I always looked at different ways to get products promoted faster ways to boost turnover. 5:39 - I made a very bold decision to follow my heart and to follow the feelings that drive me and that make me happy.7:31 - I learn from everyone. I'm learning. I'm sure I will learn from this conversation today. It is very inspirational to me to be able to do that. It is very enriching as well. There's positives, obviously, and there's also a few, I would almost say, negatives.8:55 - E-commerce was kind of on the rise, but nothing like what I'll look like in the near future and we thought how can we use technology in order to circumvent this type of problem?12:11 - eJaby stands for positivity in Arabic, so it really aligns very well with what we believe, our brand values.12:50 - Our tagline is shop green and strike gold.16:05 - It's all about measuring the individual CO2 footprint, because we really can drill it down to an individual who is ordering from a job. So, when you order from a job, you will be able to see how much money you've saved and, at the same time, you're able to see how much CO2 you've avoided entering the atmosphere.25:58 - It really comes down to the needs and the expectations of the end consumers and our technology is the conduit. Our technology caters for that convenience.27:52 – It's through mistakes that you learn and you change and come to the solution.28:53 - I always say I've learned the most about myself the extreme cultures I've lived, I've worked, worked and I've actually let people through.28:53 - It has shaped my leadership style a lot, in the sense that I'm really trying to understand people from a culture aspect better before I would start making my decisions.30:36 - I'm blessed basically to have that in my veins to kind of understand the situation very quickly. But it really brought patience, and with patience also comes gravitas in leadership.31:10 - Follow your heart, because otherwise you woThe Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
About Jeri WilliamsJeri Williams is a visionary entrepreneur and a trailblazer in the world of finance and business strategy. As the founder of Smooth Dubai, a firm specializing in company formation, tax, and accounting, she has redefined traditional accounting by bringing humor and innovation into the industry. Jeri's journey from starting a business in her UK garage with just a secondhand laptop and two babies in tow to leading thriving companies in both the UK and Dubai is nothing short of extraordinary. Known for her engaging personality and strategic approach, she has successfully expanded her business operations across two countries. In addition to her accounting ventures, she also founded the Digital Accountants Club, which helps accounting professionals streamline their processes and implement AI-driven solutions. With her vast experience in business setup and taxation, Jeri has become a trusted advisor for entrepreneurs navigating Dubai's business landscape.About This EpisodeIn this episode of The Matrix Green Pill Podcast, host Hilmarie Hutchison welcomes Jeri Williams, an inspiring entrepreneur who has built a successful accounting empire while balancing family life and embracing technology. Jeri shares her fascinating journey from her early career in accounting to taking the bold leap into entrepreneurship. She discusses the challenges of starting a business from scratch, her decision to move to Dubai, and how she identified a gap in the market that led to the creation of Smooth Dubai. Jeri sheds light on the common misconceptions people have about setting up businesses in Dubai, especially around taxation, and provides valuable insights for entrepreneurs looking to expand in the UAE. She also talks about the role of AI in transforming the accounting industry and how automation is reshaping the way firms operate. The conversation touches on her approach to leadership, her strategies for balancing work and personal life, and her experiences in growing a personal brand on LinkedIn. Tune in to hear Jeri's expert advice on running a purpose-driven business, embracing technology, and making the most of opportunities in Dubai's thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.Quotes1:16 - Despite one of my university lecturers trying to put me off of it, saying, "No, jeri, please, you go into marketing or something. Please don't go into accountancy. It's so boring, and you're so not boring," I was like, "No, it's what I want to do.3:32 - I was kind of doing everything my own way. I was doing everything as digital as I could, using technology as much as I could and kind of doing things a bit differently to the rest of the practice that I was working at.4:22 - I was nervous. But I'm quite a risk taker, and I think at the time I just planned to do a few sets of accounts from home. 5:30 I never planned to have staff or to have premises or like hundreds of clients.6:52 - People think they can set up a UAE business, not live in the UAE, and still benefit from zero tax, and that's not actually necessarily the case. Companies are taxed where they're controlled and managed from.8:30 - I have an amazing team, and I couldn't do any of it without them. You know, at the point that I moved to Dubai, my UK company was running without me.10:06 - We realized that actually all the stuff that we're doing—researching and implementing in Smooth—we could share this with other accountancy practice owners.11:04 - I think people might be a bit nervous of trying out AI, but, as you say, it reads the email for you. It helps you craft a suitable response in The Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
About Mukta PurainMukta Purain is the visionary founder and CEO of Miss Palatable, a pioneering beauty platform dedicated to ethical, sustainable, and transparent beauty. With a background in finance and a passion for conscious beauty, Mukta has been instrumental in reshaping the beauty industry in the UAE by curating high-performance clean beauty brands and advocating for mindful consumption. Her journey from asset management to launching an industry-leading ethical beauty platform is a testament to her entrepreneurial drive and commitment to sustainable living.About This EpisodeIn this episode of The Matrix Green Pill Podcast, host Hilmarie Hutchison sits down with Mukta Purain to discuss her inspiring journey from the finance world to becoming a changemaker in the beauty industry. Mukta shares how personal experience led her to identify a gap in the UAE beauty market and how she turned that into an opportunity by launching Miss Palatable, a platform dedicated to clean, ethical, and sustainable beauty products.Mukta delves into the challenges of bringing clean beauty to the GCC market, from navigating regulations to educating consumers on the importance of mindful consumption. She highlights the shift in beauty standards and how Miss Palatable ensures transparency in its product curation by working closely with brand founders. The discussion also touches on the significance of slow beauty, the impact of fear-based marketing, and how authenticity and inclusivity are reshaping the industry.As an advocate for sustainability, Mukta emphasizes the importance of buying less but buying better, challenging conventional beauty norms. She provides valuable insights into what consumers should look for when choosing clean and sustainable beauty products and how purpose-driven businesses can thrive despite challengesQuotes3:23 - I find ourselves now becoming more of this hybrid platform where not only are we bringing in beauty brands, but we're also starting to work with homegrown brands and listing them on our website as well.4:33 - The industry here has always been dominated by extremely large players, so that was a huge challenge in bringing in brand awareness.6:10 - Transparency is even more important today than it was before.7:01 - It's our responsibility to be transparent and that's why, when I'm curating brands, I'm really looking at that.7:54 - I believe over the years we've built a level of trust with our customers and there's a certain expectation that comes out of products that we launch on Miss Palatable that it is our responsibility to make sure that we are very transparent in that sense.9:25 - When it comes under sustainability, we're always focused on, especially within the beauty industry.14:41 - Building a brand that is sustainable and ethical is probably the hardest type of brand to build. It's an extremely long journey.15:14 - When things are not going your way, it's even more important to remind yourself of why you are doing it and have that motivate you to keep pushing forward.15:45 - Keeping a balance is always a challenge. It is a work in progress.16:25 – Other thing I've learned is learning to say no.16:38 - Prioritizing where I have to be and where I cannot say no and where I don't really need to be and I should say no.18:10 - I at least try and get my steps in.18:32 - Enjoy the journey up ahead.18:46 – Trust in the universe, to trust that everything is going to come together in time and to keep going.Useful LinksWebsite:The Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
About Lamia TabinaLamia Tabina is the founder of Logo Co, a multi-seven-figure digital marketing agency that has helped over 2,000 entrepreneurs and 1,000 brands establish a strong online presence. From selling clothes in her basement to running a thriving business in the UAE, her journey is a testament to resilience, innovation, and determination. Lamia is also a passionate advocate for women's empowerment, helping female entrepreneurs launch businesses and achieve financial independence through her Chic CEO initiative.About This EpisodeIn this episode of The Matrix Green Pill Podcast, host Hilmarie Hutchison sits down with Lamia Tabina, a dynamic entrepreneur who built a multi-million dollar digital marketing agency from the ground up. Lamia shares her incredible journey—from starting a small consignment business in her basement to leading a successful marketing firm in the UAE.She opens up about the key challenges she faced along the way, including navigating the competitive world of e-commerce, overcoming operational setbacks, and the importance of staying hands-on in her business. Lamia also delves into her passion for empowering women entrepreneurs, offering them practical strategies to build successful businesses while balancing family life.Listeners will gain valuable insights on digital marketing, the power of branding, and how to leverage social media for business growth. She also shares her thoughts on the evolving digital landscape, the rise of UGC (User-Generated Content), and why authenticity and relatability are now more important than ever in marketing.Quotes3:50 - One of the biggest mistakes I've seen businesses or entrepreneurs make is not having a business plan. 4:36 - I learned a lot beforehand in making contracts and how to make collaborations with suppliers. 5:31 - That was a big learning point for me. Always keep everything documented, have passwords for everything that has to do with my business and do not trust someone to run it for me. 7:35 - I provide consulting for aspiring female entrepreneurs to start businesses at home or online. I love being part of their success story and helping them establish their businesses from A to Z. 9:11 - I make sure they're going in the right direction. 13:53 - When I give motivational quotes and tips, maybe I'll aspire them and they can relate to the type of content that I'm putting out. 15:13 - Invest in consultation or get a mentor to guide you to where you want to be. 17:28 - I wish more people knew that starting a business does require a big investment. 18:56 - Start hiring more people and stop trying to do everything by myself.Useful LinksWebsite: https://logoandco.ae/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/logoandco.uae/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LogoandCoLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lamia-tabina/The Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
About Liam James CollinsLiam James Collins is a certified NLP trainer, speaker, and entrepreneur who has transformed his life from delivering mail as a postman in Southeast London to building a $25 million global coaching app. As the co-founder of CoachApp, he has empowered over 10,000 individuals across 85 countries, helping them turn their passion into profit. With a deep-rooted background in life coaching and personal development, Liam is committed to making coaching accessible, impactful, and engaging for aspiring coaches worldwide.About This EpisodeIn this episode of The Matrix Green Pill Podcast, host Hilmarie Hutchison sits down with Liam James Collins to discuss his inspiring journey from various odd jobs to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the coaching industry. Liam shares how his mother's passion for NLP and personal development shaped his career path, leading him to create a thriving coaching platform. He delves into the challenges of scaling a business, the importance of hiring the right people, and why understanding core values is the key to happiness. Liam also provides invaluable advice for those looking to transition from unfulfilling jobs to meaningful careers and explains why adding value to others' lives is the ultimate key to success.Quotes1:02 - I always had a desire to do something great.4:40 - Think about life coaching like the term martial arts, and under martial arts there are all of these different styles like karate and kung fu and kickboxing.5:44 - I realized that I had all of these years worth of training in the coaching space that I wasn't using and I thought that would be the perfect self-employment small business to have.7:12 - I'd like to consider a new, vibrant way to train and it's wild the momentum that we've created over the last six years and I'm really excited to see what we're going to do over the next six years.10:59 - We wanted to create this space where everybody that was on the same journey could interact with each other, ask each other questions, get support from us and turn it into a real social platform.12:06 - There are lessons from the wins but there are considerably more lessons in the pitfalls and the problems.13:56 - People, in general, are the best and the most difficult part of growing a business.14:59 - The first step that they need to take is they need to follow an exercise which will help them uncover their top six core values.15:24 - I have this firm belief that uncovering your top six core values is the closest thing that we have to a formula for happiness.17:00 - If you've got a dream that you're pursuing, it's considerably easier to pursue that dream if, on a daily basis, you are engaged with something that you enjoy, that you like.18:00 - If you are going to pursue anything that makes you happy, you have to be aware of what they are.18:31 - Values being those things that we deem to be vitally important.19:39 - Don't ever make the assumption that the things that are important to you are important to everyone, because it's not the case. But you have to be aware of what is vitally important to you.20:38 - Those top six core values, that becomes the destination. That's the thing you have to follow.22:05 - What I think is really important is connecting with your reason as to why you would want to do that in the first place.26:29 - My personal definition of success is summed up so perfectly with this quote that I hold dear to my heart and that is the most successful person in the room is the one that needs the least, and I could not express to anyone hoThe Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
About Oleg EgorovOleg Egorov is the Chief Marketing Officer at Flowwow, a global gifting marketplace revolutionizing how customers connect with local shops. With nearly 20 years of experience in digital marketing, Oleg has played a crucial role in Flowwow's transformation from a flower aggregator to a thriving gifting platform. Having previously worked at Yandex, a leading tech company in the CIS region, he brings a wealth of expertise in scaling businesses, leveraging data-driven strategies, and driving growth. At Flowwow, he leads a team of almost 100 marketing specialists, ensuring the platform continues to support local entrepreneurs and deliver an exceptional customer experience.
About Lang MartinezLang Martinez is a homelessness advocate, public speaker, and a dedicated voice for those struggling with addiction and trauma. Having battled addiction, imprisonment, and life on the streets, Lang emerged as a symbol of hope and redemption. Now seven years sober, he is committed to using his experiences to support others in overcoming their struggles and finding a path toward recovery and self-sufficiency. Lang is currently working on a documentary and a book that shed light on his journey and the broader issue of homelessness and abuse.About This EpisodeIn this powerful episode, Lang Martinez shares his incredible story of resilience, transformation, and advocacy. From a troubled childhood to struggling with addiction and homelessness, Lang takes us through the darkest moments of his life and the turning point that led him to recovery. He talks about his commitment to helping others, his work in homelessness advocacy, and the upcoming documentary that will expose the realities of youth exploitation and abuse. Lang's journey is a testament to the power of faith, surrender, and unwavering determination. His story will inspire anyone facing adversity to believe that change is possible.Quotes2:24 - There was brokenness from the very beginning in my life.3:21 - There's always the underlying feeling of the brokenness and not belonging.5:08 - I can't regret the past. I can't make it as if it's the law. I need to take my past experiences and they're the key for the life that I have today.6:38 - A true surrender to your higher power, and I choose that higher power to be my Lord and Savior.9:50 - The first thing that happened that day is I had to surrender. I had to surrender and I had to be willing to go to any lengths to make this program work for me. I had to surrender, I had to surrender and I had to be willing to go to any lengths to make this program work for me.10:24 - I had to learn how to live life on life's terms and I had to listen to others before me that have done this before that could help take me down that road of recovery.11:15 - My Lord and Savior has never left me for those 55 years and he hasn't left me today. Every day I surrender and I ask him and I thank him, my higher power, for the light that I have today.13:01 - Everything is temporary, today could be a new day. We can't change the past, we don't have control of the future.13:14 - We need to let them know they're loved, that they are valuable, and one of the biggest sayings is to take this one day at a time. It's the first step. 14:54 - The story of my life is, Nobody Knows but Me, God Did.16:46 - I realized how far that I've come spiritually and I had to have and I had to be grateful for the life that I had.18:01 - It's difficult to take the narrow path because a lot of people choose the easy way and you know there are very few that seek the true path to get to eternal life, which requires sacrifice, it requires dedication. 18:26 - I made a promise that I'd continue to give back to God for the life that he's given to me.19:53 - Don't rely on your own thinking. Find a mentor, take direction, stay on the path of right and don't let somebody persuade you to do things that are wrong.20:57 – I'm free!Useful LinksInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/langmartinez7/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lang.martinez.940/Twitter:https://twitter.comThe Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
About This EpisodeIn this episode, we dive into what it takes to attract high-quality customers who are the right fit for your business. Abu shares how he 10X'd his leads and sales in 12 months using one powerful strategy.He also unpacks the biggest traps entrepreneurs fall into when trying to acquire new customers, how to qualify leads effectively, and why filtering prospects saves time, increases revenue, and enhances customer experience. If you're struggling with finding the right customers, this episode is a game-changer._Key TakeawaysNot All Customers Are Good CustomersCustomer Acquisition is a SkillHow a Quiz 10X'd Leads & SalesWhy Quizzes Are Underrated Marketing ToolsHow to Implement a Quiz in Your Business_Action StepsTake the Marketing Growth Assessment (MGA) Quiz at PowerYourLaunch.com to see how it works.**NEW** Watch this episode on YOUTUBE Write a review on Apple Podcasts if you're enjoying the episodes._Sponsored By:Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator | Get over 50% OFF your order with this special link {GET 50% OFF NOW}Interested in sponsoring? Go here: Support Permission to CEO _Follow us on social media:InstagramTwitterYoutubeThreadsTikTok_Here's how I can help you:Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator - The go-to program for entrepreneurs ready to master digital marketing and paid advertising. Learn how to build a scalable marketing system, generate leads, and turn ads into predictable revenue. Perfect for business owners looking to grow their audience and sales without burning out.The Growth Community - A community-driven space where entrepreneurs and marketers get real-world strategies to optimize their marketing, increase profits, and scale their business. Get access to expert insights, live discussions, templates, and resources to fine-tune your marketing and maximize ROI.Mentorship/Advisor/Consulting - When top entrepreneurs, CEOs, and creators need expert marketing strategies that drive real results, they turn to me. I work with a select number of high-level founders to refine their sales funnels, optimize paid advertising, and implement proven growth strategies that scale businesses efficiently.__Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts [CLICK HERE]"I love this podcast so much!" If that...
About BrendonBrendon Hansford is a globally recognized choreographer, creative director, and breathwork coach. With a career spanning choreography for top artists like Sam Smith, David Guetta, and Rod Stewart, Brendon has seamlessly blended the worlds of entertainment and wellness. His venture into breathwork led him to create IMD Breathwork, an immersive, multidimensional breathwork technique that has gained international traction, helping individuals achieve deep healing and transformation.About This EpisodeIn this episode of The Matrix Green Pill Podcast, host Namita Thakkar sits down with the incredibly versatile Brendon Hansford. From choreographing for global music icons to pioneering a holistic wellness movement through breathwork, Brendon shares his remarkable journey of creativity, self-discovery, and transformation.Brendon discusses his career beginnings as a dancer, his transition into choreography, and his experiences working with some of the biggest names in the music industry. He also delves into his unexpected but profound journey into breathwork, explaining its scientific and emotional impact, how it has changed his life, and how IMD Breathwork is revolutionizing holistic healing worldwide.This episode is filled with insights into creative expression, the science behind breathwork, and how mindful breathing techniques can improve mental and physical well-being. Tune in to discover how Brendon merges his artistic talents with wellness to create an international healing movement.Quotes2:25 - I wanted to do my own thing.3:45 - I've realized the potential in what I've created here in breathwork, and my focus has definitely shifted onto this and helping as many people as possible around the world.10:52 - For me, breath work is incredible.11:29 - The great thing about slowing down your breath, is you'll get more oxygen.12:01 - Trauma is a reaction to a memory.16:52 - I absolutely love what I'm doing right now 16:58- I'm using my knowledge from one industry to bring into another.17:53 - It doesn't have to be hard to heal.18:50 - Projection is perception.19:41 - I really like who I am today and I really love spending time with myself.Useful LinksWebsite:https://brendonhansford.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/brendon_hansford/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendonhansford/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brendonkhansford/The Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
About Anand KumarAnand Kumar is the visionary Managing Director of Abra, a UAE-based leader in luxury retail fit-outs. His journey from intern to executive showcases his deep understanding of the luxury retail industry and his commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence. Under his leadership, Abra has expanded its footprint across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, redefining luxury retail spaces with a focus on quality, precision, and sustainability.About This EpisodeIn this episode of The Matrix Green Pill Podcast, host Hilmarie Hutchison chats with Anand Kumar, exploring his inspiring journey from intern to Managing Director at Abra. Anand shares the story of Abra's evolution from a small print shop to a leader in luxury retail fit-outs, highlighting key milestones such as expanding into Saudi Arabia and establishing a purpose-built facility in Dubai.The discussion delves into Anand's leadership philosophy, shaped by hands-on experience across various business functions. He emphasizes the importance of quality, sustainability, and innovation in driving Abra's success. Anand provides valuable insights into integrating sustainable practices, including solar energy utilization, biofuel-powered vehicles, and collaborating with clients on green material alternatives.Listeners will also gain practical advice on building networks and fostering meaningful connections, as Anand underscores the importance of relationships in business growth. He shares his experience with Corporate Connections UAE and how networking facilitated Abra's expansion into new markets like Saudi Arabia.The episode concludes with Anand's reflections on leadership, offering tips for aspiring leaders, including embracing challenges, seeking growth opportunities, and maintaining a balance between work and personal life.Quotes5:46 - Sustainability for us is a core driver of our strategy and it aligns closely with the values of many of our clients as well.8:13 - Quality has really been the cornerstone of our growth.10:01 - Your network is your net worth.12:15 – To build a network, start within your own circle, with colleagues in your office, with people within the industry.12:57 - Be proactive in seeking out opportunities to learn and grow. 13:14 - Focus on building a deep understanding of the business and industry while developing strong relationships with key stakeholders.13:27 - Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth and don't to shy away from failure. 18:22 - Embrace the importance of balance between work and personal life, ambition and well-being.18:37 - Long-term growth and fulfilment come from prioritizing a sustainable way of growing, learning from failures and building meaningful connections along the way.Useful LinksWebsite:https://www.abravmsd.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/instanandgram/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anandkgovindanLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anandkgovindan/The Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
About Caroline BakkerCaroline Bakker is a certified fitness professional, mindfulness meditation teacher, and holistic health advocate. With a passion for fitness and mental well-being, Caroline has dedicated her career to helping others live healthier and more balanced lives. She combines her knowledge of fitness, mindfulness, and holistic strategies to empower individuals, particularly women managing ADHD and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), to overcome challenges and thrive.Caroline's journey is a testament to resilience and self-discovery. Her approach integrates mindfulness as a way of life, emphasizing awareness, self-compassion, and the power of personalized strategies to support mental and physical well-being.About This EpisodeIn this episode of The Matrix Green Pill Podcast, host Hilmarie Hutchison engages in a heartfelt conversation with Caroline Bakker, delving into her inspiring journey of self-discovery and transformation. Caroline shares how her love for fitness inspired her to pursue a career in the field and how her interest in mindfulness meditation opened new avenues for helping others achieve balance and clarity.The discussion highlights Caroline's personal experiences with ADHD and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), including the realization of her diagnosis and the holistic strategies she adopted to manage her symptoms. From genetic-based supplementation to the integration of mindfulness into daily life, Caroline offers valuable insights into achieving mental and physical harmony.Caroline provides practical advice for embracing mindfulness as a way of life, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, listening to intuition, and overcoming life's challenges with resilience. She encourages listeners to embrace their unique journeys and use their experiences to fulfill their purpose and help others.Quotes3:54 - I realized that I loved fitness that much, that I really wanted to get into this, and so I decided to become certified and take that up as my career.5:20 - I decided to do a course on mindfulness meditation teachings and I really loved it that much and I actually completed the course.7:11 - Meditation is not about emptying your mind. Meditation is about becoming at peace with what's going on in the mind.9:32 - It literally was like the puzzle pieces were coming together and falling into place, because many women with ADHD they don't even realize they've got ADHD until they become.10:38 - It is about my journey, how I've uncovered, what I've uncovered to the holistic strategies that I've implemented, researched, found out about in order for me to live a healthier and happier life whilst managing the symptoms.20:51 - Talking about the way you feel and the way you experience things is very hard, especially if you don't know yourself exactly what's going on.23:20 - As soon as I started to supplement correctly according to my genetic makeup, my symptoms started to feel better.25:55 -Mindfulness is not, per se, something that you practice. For us, mindfulness is a way of life, it's the way we approach things.26:13 - Mindfulness is becoming aware of what's going on.30:47 - This too, shall pass.30:59 - Listen to your intuition, never take no for an answer31:35 - Everything is part of my life and part of my purpose, because I believe that the universe has given me what I need in order to find and then fulfill my purpose in that help others.31:45 - Everything that's happened with me, to me, as part of my life, has led me to where I am now stronger and better and able to The Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review
The LACNETS Podcast - Top 10 FAQs with neuroendocrine tumor (NET) experts
ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this 2-part series, Dr. Osman Ahmed from the University of Chicago covers liver-directed therapies for neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs or neuroendocrine cancer). In this second episode, he details the embolization techniques, including bland embolization (TAE), chemoembolization (TACE), and radioembolization (TARE, SIRT, y90). He discusses decision-making, sequencing, and follow-up after these procedures.TOP TEN QUESTIONS ABOUT LIVER-DIRECTED THERAPY PART 2:1. What do patients need to know about bland embolization (TAE)? a. What are the possible side effects? b. How do the size of beads play a role? c. When is this recommended? d. Do you always do both sides of the liver? If so, what is the timing and why? e. What is the recovery like? What is post-embolization syndrome?2. What do patients need to know about chemoembolization (TACE)?a. What drug is used & does this go through the whole body? b. What is the recovery like? What are the possible side effects?3. What do patients need to know about radioembolization (TARE, SIRT, y90)? a. In the era of PRRT, is there a concern with using y90 or radioembolization? How is the approach and technique used with radioembolization different than how it was done in the past? Is there a total lifetime limit of radiation?b. What is the recovery like? What are the possible side effects?4. Is there a limit to how much LDT one can do? Can they be repeated?5. How does one decide between the various types of liver-directed therapies?6. Is there a sequencing to treatments?7. Are there certain treatments that make you ineligible for other treatments? [PRRT, chemo, y90 etc] 8. If someone has had surgery such as a Whipple or surgery or procedures involving the bile duct, such as a stent in the bile duct or surgical removal of part of the bile duct, how does this weigh into the decision-making process for LDT?9. How do you determine if the treatment “worked?” What is the follow-up like? What scan might you do and in what timing?10. What do you see as the future of liver-directed therapy in neuroendocrine cancer treatment? MEET DR. OSMAN AHMEDOsman Ahmed, MD, is an expert vascular and interventional radiologist who diagnoses and treats a wide range of conditions. Using image-guided technology and small, sophisticated instruments, Dr. Ahmed performs minimally invasive procedures for acute and chronic deep vein thrombosis, benign prostatic hyperplasia, peripheral vascular disease, liver/bone/lung/kidney cancer, spinal fractures, uterine fibroids and more. He also implants inferior vena cava (IVC) filters, which prevent a blood clot from traveling around the body or creating a blockage.In addition to his clinical expertise, Dr. Ahmed researches novel treatment options that improve outcomes for patients. His research on liver cancer, IVC filters and venous diseases has been published in several high-impact, peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Radiology, Chest, Journal of American College of Radiology, and Journal of Surgical Oncology.Dr. Ahmed also believes in the importance of educating medical students, residents, fellowships and peers in order to enhance health care across the world. He has been invited to speak at a number of symposiums, practicums and national/international meetings about the newest advancements in interventional radiology.For more information, visit https://www.lacnets.org/lacnets-podcastFor more information, visit LACNETS.org.
The LACNETS Podcast - Top 10 FAQs with neuroendocrine tumor (NET) experts
ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this 2-part series, Dr. Osman Ahmed from University of Chicago covers liver-directed therapies for neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs or neuroendocrine cancer). In this first episode, he outlines the types of liver-directed therapies and elaborates on ablative techniques including the newest technique, histotripsy. Listen to a frank discussion of how histotripsy works, when it might be used, and what its current limitations are.TOP TEN QUESTIONS ABOUT LIVER-DIRECTED THERAPY INCLUDING HISTOTRIPSY:What is liver-directed therapy? How does it work? Is this considered “surgery”? What is a surgery and what is a “procedure?”What are the types of liver-directed therapies used for neuroendocrine cancer? Which neuroendocrine cancers are they used for and when are they used? How do you decide who is a good candidate and if it will be effective?When are liver-directed therapies NOT used? Can someone who has had a Whipple undergo liver-directed therapy?What is the ablation zone? What is a heat sink effect?What is histotripsy? How does it work?When is histotripsy used (tumor grade, type of tumor - PNET/lung NET, size, number of tumor, location)? Can they be used for liver tumors even if there are tumors outside the liver?What are the limitations to histotripsy? What happens to the liver tissue after ablation? What are the results or success rates of patients being treated? Can histotripsy “cure” NET? How do you decide between the various types of liver-directed therapies? MEET DR. OSMAN AHMED:Osman Ahmed, MD, is an expert vascular and interventional radiologist who diagnoses and treats a wide range of conditions. Using image-guided technology and small, sophisticated instruments, Dr. Ahmed performs minimally invasive procedures for acute and chronic deep vein thrombosis, benign prostatic hyperplasia, peripheral vascular disease, liver/bone/lung/kidney cancer, spinal fractures, uterine fibroids and more. He also implants inferior vena cava (IVC) filters, which prevent a blood clot from traveling around the body or creating a blockage.In addition to his clinical expertise, Dr. Ahmed researches novel treatment options that improve outcomes for patients. His research on liver cancer, IVC filters and venous diseases has been published in several high-impact, peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Radiology, Chest, Journal of American College of Radiology, and Journal of Surgical Oncology.Dr. Ahmed also believes in the importance of educating medical students, residents, fellowships and peers in order to enhance health care across the world. He has been invited to speak at a number of symposiums, practicums and national/international meetings about the newest advancements in interventional radiology.Visit lacnets.org/podcast/38 for the podcast, transcript, and resources. For more information, visit LACNETS.org.
Hiii! Thank you for listening to our podcast! We are almost at 5K DOWNLOADS!!!! When we do hit 5k, we will be doing a collab with another podcaster! AND WE ARE SO EXCITED! Also if you listen on Spotify, please answer the poll for this episode.ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this episode we discuss the possible friendships with characters from the series Wings of Fire (Tui T Sutherland) and Keeper of the Lost Cities (Shannon Messenger) If you haven't read the books or are very early in the series (before book 3) maybe don't listen to this episode or you can just SPOILER ALERT for some things. ENJOY!Also shoutout to Nanny the mannequin head! (cover for this episode!) SLAAAY! If you've made it this far reading good job! cause now it is time for the backstory of NANNY. Also Copilot AI wrote this story. Here it is: Once upon a time in the quirky town of Quirkville, two imaginative girls decided to embark on a peculiar project. Armed with a block of styrofoam, a box of makeup, and a wild sense of humor, they set out to create the most fabulous mannequin head the world had ever seen. They named her Nanny.Nanny started as a simple styrofoam block, but under the artistic hands of the girls, she quickly transformed into a masterpiece. They gave her bright blue eyeshadow that could be seen from space, rosy cheeks that looked like she had just run a marathon, and lips so red they could stop traffic. To top it all off, they glued on a wig that looked like it had been borrowed from a 1980s rock star.Nanny wasn't just any mannequin head; she had a personality. The girls decided she was a retired opera singer who now spent her days giving unsolicited fashion advice. They placed her on the living room table, and every time someone walked by, they would hear Nanny's imaginary voice saying things like, “Darling, those shoes with that dress? Bold choice!” or “Sweetheart, have you considered a different shade of lipstick?”One day, the family dog decided to join in the fun. He took a liking to Nanny and would often sit by her, wagging his tail as if he were listening to her stories. The girls imagined Nanny telling the dog about her glamorous days on stage, complete with dramatic paw gestures and high-pitched howls.Things took a hilarious turn when the little brother decided to introduce Nanny to his toy dinosaur, Rex. He was convinced that Nanny and Rex were destined to be best friends. He would set up tea parties for them, where Nanny would “sip” her tea with elegance, and Rex would clumsily knock over the teacups with his tiny arms.One evening, the family had guests over for dinner. As they sat around the table, Nanny's presence became the center of attention. The guests couldn't stop laughing at the absurdity of a styrofoam mannequin head giving fashion critiques and sipping imaginary tea with a dinosaur. It was the most entertaining dinner party they had ever attended.As the night came to an end, the girls tucked Nanny into her “bed” (a cozy spot on the bookshelf) and whispered goodnight. Nanny, with her fabulous makeup and rock star wig, had brought so much joy and laughter to their home. She was more than just a mannequin head; she was a beloved member of the family.And so, in the quirky town of Quirkville, Nanny the mannequin head continued to spread hilarity and happiness, proving that sometimes, the weirdest ideas can bring the most joy. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spiritwingspodcast.substack.com
About This EpisodeIn this episode, we sit down with Captain Sandy Yawn, known for her exemplary leadership on Bravo's Below Deck Mediterranean. Captain Sandy shares her incredible journey from surviving life-threatening incidents to commanding a super yacht with grace and resilience. Sandy's stories illuminate the power of standing up for oneself, asserting with kindness, and how even the smallest acts of boldness can lead to significant personal and professional growth. Drawing lessons from her book Be the Calm or Be the Storm: Leadership Lessons from a Woman at the Helm, she emphasizes the importance of treating people with respect and embodying leadership through actions. Personal growth and change are never easy, but Captain Sandy's journey through self-leadership and humility provides insight for us all. Tune in for a compelling episode filled with actionable insights and inspiring stories of bold leadership and personal development. About Captain Sandy YawnCaptain Sandy Yawn is a world-renowned captain in the yachting industry with over 30 years of experience. Yawn's love for the ocean propelled her to achieve the highest status as a mega yacht captain in a male dominated industry. Yawn, always the professional, earned a United States Coastguard Masters of Oceans 1600T/3000T and the United States Coast Guard and Maritime Coast Guard Agency Class IV CEC. The undeniable resilience Yawn possesses has not only pushed her to the top of the yachting industry but also allowed her to focus on philanthropic collaboration, ocean advocacy, and children's education. She continually uses her experience and life's trials and tribulations to educate and help others. Yawn survived a life-threatening motorcycle accident, threat of pirates, and even cancer. She appeared on the Emmy Award winning talk show The Doctors in hopes of sharing her personal experiences to educate others about cancer and health. Yawn is currently the captain on Bravo TV's reality show Below Deck Mediterranean. Her unique leadership style of embracing teachable moments to train and educate her staff have earned her fan favorite accolades. Yawn is a hands-on type of Captain who leads by example and is not afraid to do whatever it takes to get the job done. Additional ResourcesWebsite: www.captainsandyyawn.comLinkedIn: @CaptainSandyYawnInstagram: @captainsandrayawnSupport the Show.-------- Stay Connected www.leighburgess.com Watch the episodes on YouTube Follow Leigh on Instagram: @theleighaburgess Follow Leigh on LinkedIn: @LeighBurgess Sign up for Leigh's bold newsletter
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