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In this episode, we sit down with the brilliant and surprisingly candid Dr. James Doty, author, Stanford professor, and founder of Stanford’s Center for Compassion and Altruism Research. We dive into his transformative journey from a traumatic childhood marked by poverty to his encounter with a mentor who inspired his NY Times Bestselling book “Into the Magic Shop” and also changed the trajectory of his life. With his new book, “Mind Magic: The Neuroscience of Manifestation and How It Changes Everything” James takes learnings from his own wildly fascinating life and distills them down into systems that can help us all find a little more magic in our everyday lives. We talk about: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lydia Fenet is one of, if not THE, most sought-after charity auctioneers in the world. She’s graced thousands of stages and raised over $1 billion for over 800 nonprofit organizations. Take a peek at Lydia’s Instagram or scroll through one of her books, and you’ll immediately be transfixed by her infectious energy and you-can-sit-with-me confidence. Now the founder of the Lydia Fenet Agency, Lydia’s rise to the top came with important lessons about owning your worth, taking calculated risk, and being willing to put in the work. Lydia has built a BIG life for herself — and she’s spilling all of her secrets. In this episode, we talk about: Lydia’s favorite independent bookstores where you can buy her book (in addition to the usual spots): Diane’s Books in Greenwich, CT G.J. Ford Bookshop in St. Simons, GA Garden District Book Shop in New Orleans, LA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rebekah “Bex” Borucki’s success story is as unique and inspiring as she is. Starting her career as an OG YouTube wellness guru and rare woman of color in the industry, she is now the Founder of Row House Publishing – an imprint revolutionizing the publishing industry by amplifying marginalized voices and paying (gasp!) fair wages to their authors. Bex is a quintessential multi-hyphenate, a “hot grandma” (our words not hers), and one of the most big-hearted people we know. In this episode we talk about: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a wildly successful career in modeling, Agatha Relota Luczo returned to her family’s ancestral roots in Sicily (literally) to found Furtuna Skin — a fully regenerative line of luxe skincare. Now the brand’s Founder and CEO, she shares the magic of La Furtuna Estate, the 800 acre farm behind Furtuna Skin, as well as the challenges involved in scaling a business while remaining steadfast in her dedication to quality, sustainability, and transparency. In this episode we talk about: Want to experience the magic of Fortuna Skin for yourself? Agatha is offering a special discount exclusively for Full Plate Full Cup listeners! Use code FPFC20 to take 20% off your next order. Limit one per customer, valid three months from 3/24/24. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James McCrae, the mystic behind the viral @wordsarevibrations IG account, began his creative journey long before anyone knew of his work — writing thousands of poems the world never saw. Today, the author, teacher, and community leader is impassioned about helping anyone unleash their inner creative — and find the courage to put their work into the world. In this episode, James shares how he used intuition and a sense of play to leave an unfulfilling corporate career and build a creative empire. This episode will give you a new appreciation for your innate creativity and a clear roadmap to not only help it blossom, but also to incorporate it into your work and life. We talk about: Where to start if you want to tap into your creativityWhy we should all spend more time doing nothingThe surprising relationship between ego and intuitionWhy launching an idea before you’re ready can drastically improve your chance of successHow to work with — not against — your inner critic when putting work into the worldThe yin and yang of creativity — and how to use them to get unstuck in your creative processWhy being an artist is not all about talent — and what’s more important instead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Corey Keyes is a sociologist, professor emeritus at Emory University, and author of “Languishing: How to Feel Alive Again in a World That Wears Us Down” who studies what makes life worth living. In this episode, Corey shares how he emerged from a horrific childhood to a possibility-filled life of challenging the status quo. We dive into how ‘the way things are’ often contributes to our feelings of languishing and why action is the antidote. Corey invites us to challenge the ideas of success, burnout, and mental illness — providing a roadmap for anyone to flourish. We talk about: What it was like to be the first to study mental HEALTH — not illness How to tell if you’re “languishing” — and exactly what to do about it The one thing you can do today to flourish in your life What it means to live an ethical life beyond the context of religion How to get off autopilot and feel re-engaged in your career The difference between burnout and demoralization The fascinating relationship between stress and flourishing Two questions to ask yourself if you want to find more purpose in your work Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Even if you haven’t heard of Barbara de Vries, you’ve experienced the profound impact she’s had on culture. From creating Calvin Klein’s original iconic underwear ads to driving the plastics-free movement, Barbara is a quintessential creative who defies traditional titles and credentials. In this inspiring episode, Barbara gives us all permission to create, and shares priceless advice on how to leverage self-reflection & the power of hindsight as your best teacher. Plus, she tells riveting career stories of the 1980’s global fashion world that will make your jaw drop. We talk about: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julianne Fraser is a pioneer in the world of influencer marketing. Founder and CEO of award-winning agency Dialogue NYC, the digital marketing expert attributes her success to something unexpected: offline time. In this episode, Julianne shares her unique philosophies around leadership, delegation, and work-life balance — all of which have helped her build a company with happy employees, and a rich personal life as a mom, cooking enthusiast, and part-time Parisian. We talk about: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our Season 2 opener, Amanda sits down with Madison Utendahl — a Forbes 30 Under 30, Adweek Creative 100, two-time Webby Award recipient, and the founder of her eponymous agency, Utendahl Creative. Madison speaks candidly about her experience with burnout and how she structured her company on the foundation of not burning out her people — a total anomaly in the cut-throat agency space. In this episode we talk about: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Katie Dreke has worked at the top creative companies in the world — from agencies like Weiden + Kennedy and IDEO to in-house at Nike and adidas. But Katie’s career wasn’t always at the epicenter of innovation. In this episode, the DRKE founder walks us through how following a mix of her curiosity and the cultural zeitgeist led her to be thought leader at the intersection of creativity and tech over the past three decades. We talk about: Connect with Katie: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this “keeping it 100” episode, we talk to therapist, host of the hit podcast “Cheaper Than Therapy,” and author of “It’s Not Me, It’s You” Vanessa Bennett – a long-time friend of Amanda’s. Vanessa shares how she went back to square one, leaving a lucrative career in marketing behind to follow “breadcrumbs” to a more aligned career path. In this episode we talk about: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Self-taught vegan chef, Food Network champion, and cookbook author Priyanka Naik knows a thing or two about transforming a side hustle into a full-time creative job. In this inspiring episode, Priyanka walks us through her journey from tech employee to entrepreneur. She gets real about what she sacrificed for her dream, where she finds confidence, and how she overcame rejection time and time again. Plus, Priyanka shares the story about what unexpectedly led her to put everything into Chef Priyanka — and what she’s still learning from that experience. In this episode we talk about: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’ve *officially* made it to the one-year milestone of Full Plate Full Cup — and we learned a lot along the way! In this Q&A episode with our founders, we share the good, the bad, and the too-pretty-to-be-authentic of our first year in business. We talk about avoiding the trap of “work, eat, sleep,” how we built a business without funding, and how our biggest mistake led to a strategic pivot one month in. We also talk about what qualities potential founders should nurture and the advice they should NOT ignore. If you’re an existing or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode is a must-listen! We talk about: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Katie Horwitch is a self-talk expert who believes that shifting the way we talk to ourselves is about far more than the words we say. In this episode, the “Want Your Self” author gets vulnerable about how she got into this work (2000’s kids can relate!) and what she’s learned over 15 years of research, writing, coaching, and speaking on the topic. She gets specific about how anyone — regardless of your relationship to your self — can shift their self-talk patterns. We also discuss how to overcome negativity bonding, toxic positivity, and self-deprecation. This episode will convince you that shifting how you speak to yourself will not only change your life — but also change the world. In this episode we talk about: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Sara Kuburic, the existential therapist behind the popular IG account @millennial.therapist, shares how anyone can recover their sense of Self — no matter how long they’ve been feeling lost. We dive deep into some of the darkest places of our shared human experience…and learn tactical tools and strategies to help us heal. The “It’s On Me” author gets real about toxic positivity, self loss, and why self-love shouldn’t necessarily be the end goal. This episode will leave you full of hope, no matter what your relationship to your Self looks like. In this episode we talk about: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quentin Vennie didn’t have the typical upbringing of a successful wellness CPG entrepreneur. He grew up in West Baltimore, was the victim of gun violence before age 12, and overcame addiction and numerous suicide attempts before a life-changing moment when the wellness world ‘found him.’ These days, The Equitea Co. co-founder is on a mission to destigmatize mental health — one sip at a time. In this heart-filled episode, Quentin shares how he overcame being ‘othered’ to carve out spaces for himself where people like him were nowhere to be found. Quentin teaches us how anyone can use gratitude, tap into their ‘why,’ and trust a higher power to get where they want to go — even in the toughest of circumstances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ten years ago – with very little business knowledge under her belt – professional dancer Katia Pryce set out to build a company focused on community, quality, and empathy. In this week’s episode, the Dancebody founder shares everything she’s learned along the way — including leaning into tough conversations, training employees for EQ, and balancing intuition against metrics. Katia spills how she takes intimidating subject matter — dance — and hooks even the most skeptical new learners through empathy and inclusivity. Plus, the mom-to-be gets real about what sharing her pregnancy in a very public way was like (hello, 30M viral views!) and how she handled internet trolls. This episode is packed with hard-earned knowledge that any entrepreneur or people manager can majorly benefit from! In this episode we talk about: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our first-ever solo episode, we are talking all things burnout and answering questions submitted by YOU — our Full Plate Full Cup community. We share learnings from all the modalities we’ve been trained in (executive coaching, yoga therapy, somatic experiencing and more!) as well as anecdotes from our 1-1 client case studies. This episode will inspire you to believe that healing burnout IS possible — no matter how long your cup has been empty. In this episode we talk about: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liz Tran seemed to have it all in the right order — a ‘round the world sabbatical, a covetable venture capital job, and a new business complete with Vanity Fair coverage — until she found herself burnt out and broke. In this vibrant episode, “The Karma of Success” author shares how she rebuilt herself and her career from the ground-up. Liz gives tools and strategies for anyone to learn to love themselves, feel more confident from within, and tap into what she calls their “Inner Genius.” Now a coach to successful entrepreneurs (who have raised over $400M in funding), Liz will have you tossing your 5-year plan in the trash and re-defining what success means — on your terms. In this episode, we talk about: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this energy-boosting episode, celebrity trainer Kira Stokes gets real about remaining relevant in the notoriously competitive fitness world. She digs into the tools — both internal and external — that helped her successfully evolve, make astute business decisions, and meet ever-changing consumer demands. From her early years as an unpaid mentee to launching the top-rated Kira Stokes Fit App, Kira’s wisdom will inspire you to trust yourself as you go after your dreams — regardless of your industry. In this episode we talk about: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.