Growth & Failure

In this episode, we dive into: Robin Breckenridge Please enjoy this conversation with the incomparable, Shilpa Shah. For more on Shilpa, you can connect with her on Instagram: Shilpa Shah - Instagram

In this episode - we dive into: Please enjoy this interview with the incredible, Dr. Susan Swick. For more information and content from Susan, please visit: Talkaboutable with Dr. Susan SwickOhana Montage Health Books mentioned: Mindset The Blessing of a Skinned Knee: Raising Self-Reliant Children Man's Search for Meaning The Choice: Embrace the Possible

In this episode, we discuss: Please enjoy this interview with the bubbly and fabulous, Vanessa Dew. For more content from Vanessa, check out her newsletter: The Slow Brew

In this episode - we cover: As she autographed her book for my kids, I’ll leave you with the same words she wrote to them: Enjoy! The world of economics is amazing! Please enjoy this interview with the fantastic, Kyla Scanlon. To find more on Kyla, please visit: Kyla Scanlon OFFICIAL Kyla's Substack Kyla's Instagram

In this episode, we dive into: Wendy Morgan inspires me in so many ways — her graceful presence both on and off set, through her creative vision, and her extraordinary ability to evoke deep emotion through her work. Enjoy this conversation with the bold, visionary director: Wendy Morgan.

In this episode, we discuss: Please enjoy this episode with the legendary, Eve Meyer.

In this episode, we discuss: Please enjoy this interview with the delightful - Roseanne Longmore. For more information on Coroflow, please visit: https://www.coroflo.com/

In this episode - we cover: Please enjoy this interview with the changemaker, Dr. Andi Simon. To learn more about her research, you can visit: https://www.andisimon.com/

In this episode - we cover: Please enjoy this episode with the fantastic Amy Wong. To learn more, you can visit: https://batch22bakery.com/

In this episode - we cover: Please enjoy this episode with the incredible Helaine. To learn more, you can visit: https://www.helaineknapp.com/

In this episode - we cover: Pleaes enjoy this episode with Jeanna and a fun dose of Cowbell. To learn more about Jeanna and Cowbell Plant Co. you can visit: https://cowbellplant.com/

In this episode, we cover: Please enjoy this dose of pure Aloha! To learn more about Sonia and AlohaBrite, you can visit: https://alohabrite.com

In this episode, we cover: Please enjoy this conversation with the kind, the brave, the incomparable - Maya Enista Smith. To learn more about Maya, you can visit: twitter.com/MEnista https://bornthisway.foundation/author/maya/

In this episode, we cover: - Growing up in the south side of Chicago - Early lessons in economic mobility - Working at Teach for America for 13+ years - Founding Braven - Wage gaps in high vs low income graduates - How preparation leads to confidence Please enjoy this conversation with the incredible, Aimée Eubanks Davis To learn more about Braven, please visit: https://braven.org/

This is the story of Anne Nguyen Oliver, Founder of House of M Beauty. In this episode, we cover: - Anne's journey from Vietnam to California - Losing her parents at a young age and being left homeless - How she discovered the magical properties of medicinal saffron - Building House of M into a successful business in a highly competitive industry - Luck and miracles Please enjoy this interview with the inspiring, Anne Nguyen Oliver. For more information on Anne and her House of M Beauty products, please visit: https://houseofmbeauty.com/

In this episode, we cover: - Goonies Never Say Die!...how the movie changed her life - How being a bartender got her a job at Nick Jr - Producing the award-winning Peg+Cat on PBS Kids - What it was like winning her first Emmy - Her unwavering commitment to think creatively and collaboratively Please enjoy this conversation with the delightful Jaclynn Demas.

This is the story of Rachel Klein, CEO of Fire Starter Studios, a video production company producing a wide range of content from animation to award winning documentaries. In this episode - we cover Rachel's journey: - Producing content at HBO, UFC Prime Time, Showtime and Xbox Studios - The hiccups in starting her own company, Fire Starter Studios - A mission to create unique content in documentary films and animation - What it's like to be the only independent studio to be nominated for a Primetime Emmy in the documentary category (twice) - Why she doesn't make cheap shit! Please enjoy this interview with the vibrant, Rachel Klein. To learn more about Rachel and Fire Starter Studios, please visit: https://firestarter-studios.com/

This is the story of Laurie Wayburn, Co-Founder and President of Pacific Forest Trust. In this episode, we discuss: - Laurie's journey to Africa and back to California - The origins and her passion for forestry management - Beyond the Trees, a beautiful documentary showcasing why forests are critical to the planet's survival - The overstory and beyond Please enjoy this conversation with the inspiring, Laurie Wayburn. Want to read more about Laurie and her work? Please visit: Pacific Forest Trust: https://www.pacificforest.org/ Beyond the Trees: https://www.beyondthetrees.org/

This is the story of Allison Bishop, an incredible polymath. In this episode, we discuss: - How a failure in creative writing led her down the path to computer science - Real applications of cryptology - Combinatorics (LMGTFY: A branch of math) - Launching Proof Trading - Controlling how you set people's expectations (emotionally and physically) Please enjoy this interview with the delightful, multi-hyphenate: Allison Bishop. Want to read more about Allison? Check out her website: https://www.thecomputersciencecomedian.com/ To learn more about Proof Trading, please visit: https://prooftrading.com/

This is the story of Molly Bloom. If you haven't read her book, the fantastic memoir called Molly's Game, go read it immediately! And then watch the movie, Molly's Game, led by the brilliant Aaron Sorkin in his directorial debut. It is an injection of energy, intrigue and ultimately of inspiration. In this episode, we discuss: - Molly's childhood, chasing winters and becoming an incredible competitive skier - Having spinal fusion surgery at the age of 12 - How a frozen pine bough forced her into retirement - Hosting high stakes poker games with the Who's Who of nearly every major industry around the world - Writing Molly's Game and turning that into a movie - When you have...enough. Please enjoy this interview with the extraordinary, Molly Bloom.