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If you’ve ever wanted greater health, energy, and longevity, then do we have the Run For Your Life show for you!  Today I’ll be talking with Dr. Mark Cucuzzella, professor at West Virginia University School of Medicine, the owner of the first minimalist running and walking shoe store, a distinguished mountaineer, Air Force Athlete of the Year, and the author of a brilliant new book on walking, running, and life, Run For Your Life! And that’s just what I want to talk with him about today, about how to run, walk, and move without pain or injury and achieve a sense of well-being and Joy.   Key Points Discussed: What happened to Dr. Marc Cucuzzella’s health growing up? What happened from anti-inflammatories – and why might they be dangerous? What does it mean as a society we need to run and move? What is happening to our feet these days? Who is Tyler Benner and what is a wide toe-box cycling shoe? What are Correct Toes and how can we help our feet? What is the human body intended to do? Are we born to run? What

If you’ve ever wanted to set yourself free, then do we have the Four Sacred Gifts show for you.   Today I’ll be talking with Dr. Anita L. Sanchez, a powerful visionary of Mexican American and Aztec heritage, an Amazon rainforest guide with Pachamama Alliance, and the author of an incredibly beautiful and powerful book I consider a must-read for all of us, “The Four Sacred Gifts”   And that’s just what I want to talk with her about today, about indigenous wisdom for modern times and how it can bring us peace and set us free.    Key Points Discussed:  A piece of indigenous wisdom to begin changing our lives at this moment (03:07) The prophecy of the sacred eagle hoop (03:22) What is indigenous and did we all start out as indigenous (04:18) The meaning of acting as if we have no relations (08:32) What does it mean to be in right relation to nature? (09:20) Honoring the sacredness of all things and remembering that everything we do is interconnected (13:11) What happened on a hot mid-summer afternoon in 1967? (2

If you’ve ever wondered if there has gotta be more to life than just chopping wood and carrying water, then do we have the we rise up show for you.   Today I’ll be talking with futurist, entrepreneur, storyteller, and film-maker, Michael Shaun Conaway, about his important new documentary, “We Rise Up”   That’s just what I want to talk with him about today, about how to rise up, redefine success, and do our part in the world. Plus we’ll talk about Storyworks Films, Marie Forleo, the Dalai Lama, Shawn Stevenson, Barbara Marx Hubbard, bold and abundance, and what in the world caterpillars, butterflies, and an amino-acid soup have to do with anything.    Key Points Discussed:  One way we can begin helping ourselves and the world at the same time (02:55) Were you always interested in helping the planet? (04:16) Developing an interest in filmmaking and being a bridge (07:13) Reflecting a shadow from the past rather than where we want to go (10:09) Carrying forward the value in other people’s opinions (14:13) The a

If you've ever struggled, had self-doubt, felt trapped, at a dead-end, or like your life wasn't igniting, then do we have the show for you. Today I’ll be talking with John O’Leary, one of my all-time heroes, both him and his mom, though I just heard about him a few weeks ago. He is the author of the future New York Times Best-Seller, "On Fire: The 7 Choices to Ignite a Radically Inspired Life", and one of the most inspirational people I have ever had the pleasure to have on the show. Today we’ll talk about John’s miraculous journey, one that should have killed him, and instead helped mold him into the person he is today. We’ll talk about going through our own fires in life, flipping the ignition, learning to burn, and out of the fire, creating something more beautiful than we ever could have imagined. That plus we’ll talk about the world’s greatest mom, accumulating baseballs, Phra Phuttha Maha Suwan Patimakon and what that means, and why in the world, you’d want someone to get in a hockey brawl for you.   Ke

Hi everyone, welcome back, I’m Michael Sandler your host on inspire nation, along with my wifie….Jessie Lee.   If you’ve ever felt stuck, plateaued, or unsure, where to turn then do we have the How to Get Out of a Rut, show for you!   Today we’ll talk about stepping back, shedding your paradigm, dancing with the chaos, and building your future, from an entirely new perspective.   That plus we’ll talk about bad Indian food, short and sweet runs, TV in bed, a 100 foot journey, laughter therapy, dancing with chipmunks, beaming ourselves in the kitchen hand what in the chocolate vegan cupcakes, has to do with anything… Topics Include: Show Notes Include:   What’s the grief Jessica’s experienced over the last year? How has the grief been here to serve us? How has she worked to move past the grief? What’s it mean to be cracked open from our traumas? How do we move past being shut down, and reconnect with our hearts? What it means to share your true authentic self? What it means to be sensitive in the world, and wh

If you’ve ever wondered why you’re so sensitive, and how in the world to navigate this world, then do we have the Evolutionary Empath show for you.   Today I’ll be talking with Rev. Stephanie Red Feather Ph.D., founder and director of the Blue Star Temple, an expert on empaths, and the author of a brilliant must read for anyone who’s attracted to show, or with a highly sensitive child, or married (my wife calls it The Handbook to the Pookie), “The Evolutionary Empath”   And that’s just what I want to talk with her about today, about how to know if you’re an empath and live a heart-centered life.    Key Points Discussed:  A simple way to tell if you are an empath (03:23) Having a challenging time blending and merging with others from a young age (03:52) Flipping the switch and choosing the dark side (06:04) How did you become Red Feather and what is an empath? (10:10) The meaning of living from the shadow aspect (17:32) The morphic field of the empath and the role of empaths in helping move humanity through i

If you’ve ever wanted more time in your day, then do we have the Make Time show for you! Today I’ll be talking with John Zeratsky, the best-selling co-author of Sprint, along with Jake Knapp, and the co-author of a new favorite book on time, Make Time. And that’s just what I want to talk with him about today, about how to bulldoze your calendar, and focus on what matters, every day.   Key Points Discussed: How did John start working with Google and YouTube? How did he begin his own time experiments? What are infinity pools and how do they suck away your time? What’s the busy bandwagon and how does it affect our time? What does it mean most of our time is spent in “default”? What’s the difference between being productive and doing the most important work? How do we handle our email on our smart phones? What’s a distraction free iPhone? What is a design sprint and how does it help us get things done? What’s a high priority goal? What’s it mean to start one’s day with a high priority goal? What are the four ste

If you’ve ever wanted to Awaken Your Spirit and live your best life, then do we have the ENERGY CODES show for you! Today I’ll be talking with Dr. Sue Morter, international speaker, master of bioenergetic medicine, quantum field visionary, and the author of a brilliant new book, The Energy Codes.  And that’s just what I want to talk with her about, about a seven-step system to awaken your spirit, heal your body, and live your best life! That plus we’ll talk about the danger of goop, glowing hands and tadpoles, Puttaparthi and Sai Baba, root locks and squeezing the heart, trap doors and B.E.S.T., who in the world is the clover lady, And what in the world jellyfish and emotions, have to do with anything!   Key Points Discussed:  What we can do to begin to reconnect with who we truly are (02:58) Going through an existential dilemma and ending up in a darkened ballroom full of meditators (04:57) Showing people how to access a deeper true sense of self so that they’re not on a continual process of searching (07:3

If you’ve ever wanted more luck in your life, then do we have the mastery of good luck show for you.    Today I’ll be talking with Mitch Horowitz, a leader in the new thought movement, PEN Award-Winning historian, author of “The Miracle Club”, and the Napoleon Hill Success Course series which includes “The Miracle of a Definite Chief Aim” and “One Simple Idea”, and a fantastic new masterclass, “The Mastery of Good of Luck”.   And that’s just what I want to talk with him about today. About how to benefit from the power of thought and some simple rules to help you get lucky. Plus we’ll talk about David lynching green lights, emails and court, Louis Pasteur and chance, flying weed and ash trays (from 5 storeys that is), and what in the world Mick Jagger and satisfaction has to do with anything.   Key Points Discussed:  What we can do right now to change our luck (02:56) Influencing good luck through our minds and conduct (06:23) Dancing with the fear on the 13 Rules of Good Luck (09:56) Poker and sports seem to

If you’ve ever felt off, dazed, confused, or just one step behind the eight ball, then do we have the how to go through change and come out shining show for you.   Today, we’ll talk about why things feel off, what’s really going on, and how to ride the ship or simply hold on, before you’re plunged in the drink. Plus we’ll talk about servers gone poof, files madness, late nights late nights and late nights, twenty one mile days, yoga classes, Macetas mountains, new assistants, and what in the world missing gong baths have to do with anything     Key Points Discussed: Walking 21 miles a day, the 10 mile rest day and people dying on the Camino (02:48) Flamed out calves and a fulfilling reflexology experience (06:32) The mind-blowing drinking and smoking culture in Europe (09:03) Giving so much that we forget who we are and what brings us life and joy (13:41) Questioning all the assumptions in our lives and wondering if they’re real (18:34) What the terrain looks like for phase three of CJ’s Camino de Santiago (

If you’ve ever wondered if the law of attraction is real, and what in the world is the hard science behind it, then do have the source show for you.   Today I’ll be talking with Dr. Tara Swart, neuroscientist, former psychiatric doctor, co-author of the award winning “Neuroscience for Leadership”, and the author of a brilliant book on the science behind the law of attraction, “The Source”   And that’s just what I want to talk with her about today. About the secrets of the universe and the science of the brain. Plus we’ll talk about turmeric, turmeric, and more turmeric, old red minis, the master key system, action boards, and kicking horses, the power of boxing, joy comes out of the blue, and what in the world gorilla suits and doors have to do with anything.   Key Points Discussed: The one thing we can do to crank up our brains and put the law of attraction into action (03:16) Straddling two worlds when growing up (04:25) The life changing crash and developing an interest in the law of attraction (07:36) Ar

If you’ve ever struggled with ups, downs, and even sideways emotions, then do we have the Whatever Arises Love That show for you.  Today I’ll be talking with Matt Kahn, one of my all-time favorite spiritual teachers and the author of one of the most beautiful, important, and transformative books out there, Whatever Arises, Love that. And that’s just what we’ll be talking about today, about a love revolution that begins with you, in each and every moment, and how to cultivate self love, and feel good now. That plus we’ll talk about visionary dreams, gardens and flowers, ascendant masters, who’s really behind the mask, and why you might want to ask angels and guides for help when you’re working on your bench press!   Key Points Discussed:  How to cultivate self-love What started Matt down his spiritual path? Where are we all on our spiritual path or evolution? What does it mean to be in discord with our true nature? Where does fear fit in to our spiritual evolution? The coolest description of fear ever What is

If you’ve ever struggled with a fear of money, or a lack of it, then do we have the conscious capital show for you.   Today I’ll be talking with Lawrence Ford, Founder and CEO of Conscious Capital Wealth Management. He was dubbed the "Shaman of Wall Street" by the Washington Post, and has dedicated much of his life to being a bridge between the modern world of business and the ancient world of wisdom.   And that just what I want to talk with him today. About the nexus of consciousness and capital, how to heal a relationship with money, and the use of money and capital to make the world a better place. Plus we’ll talk about bricks and symbols, money and guilt, St. Johns and the Rockefeller Resorts, a one month initiation, blistered hands, who on earth are the 13 indigenous grandmothers, a four foot five inch shouting shaman, chopping wood and carrying water, peacock feathers and crystals, and what in the world burning sage, wearing yak beads, and one DEA agent and two beers has to do with anything.   Key Point

Today I’ll be talking with Drew Canole, fitness rock-star, transformational guru, the founder of FitLife.tv and the author of a brilliant new book, that’s guaranteed to inspire, “You Be You”.    And that’s just what I want to talk with him about, about detoxing your life, crushing your limitations, and owning your awesome!   Key Points Discussed: How did Drew Canole survive an abusive childhood? What does it mean that “I am the one creating each experience in my life” What was the business he started in Tampa, and why was it out of alignment? Who became his mentor and what did he learn from him? What’s the importance of doing something to change somebody’s life? How does one take the leap to get back into alignment? What does it mean that many of us are not living our truth? What’s it mean to show up as a Jedi? What can we learn from Yoda and Luke Skywalker? What’s the true importance of commitment? What does commitment really mean? What’s it mean to be truly honest with yourself? What’s an awesomeness audit

If you’ve ever wanted happier, more resilient CHILDREN, then do we have the BRAINIOUS show for you.   Today I’ll be talking with Stephanie Brillant, French film-maker, mother of two, Senior Report and TV Host, and the creator of a fascinating new documentary, Brainious.   And that’s just what I want to talk with her about today, about how we help our kids grow their minds, and become healthier, happier, and more resilient.   Key Points Discussed:  What was the biggest impact on Stephanie Brillant’s brain as a child? What’s wrong with trying to reason with a child? What do we do if a child is afraid of monsters – and what’s the one thing NOT to say! What is a social brain? What does it mean for mother and baby to be “entuned”? What’s the best predictor of how well children turn out? What’s secure attachment, and why is it so important? What are the 4 S’s of secure attachment? What’s the marshmallow test, and what can we learn about our kids brains (and ours) from it? What do we need to know about children and

If you’ve ever struggled with anger or wanting to club someone, let alone yourself, then do we have the walking through anger show for you.    Today I’ll be talking with Dr. Christian Conte, anger management expert, radio and TV personality, co-host of Coaching Bad on Spike TV and the Secret Life of Kids on USA Network, resident therapist for family therapy on VH1, TED talker extraordinaire, and the author of a brilliantly zenny book on anger management, “Walking Through Anger”   That’s what I want to talk with him about today, about a new design for confronting conflict in an emotionally charged world. Plus we’ll talk about worms and toads, spiritual imagery and gargoyles, walking in the hole, what on earth are conteisms, and what in the world is the great watermelon slayer.   Key Points Discussed: What is diffusion of responsibility and when does it happen? (03:03) Taking light and love to level 5 maximum security prisoners (06:19) Being truly responsible for our actions and what we bring to the content of

If you’ve wondered why the law of attraction just doesn’t seem to be working for you, then do we have the trust frequency show for you.   Today I’ll be talking with Andrew Cameron Bailey and Connie Baxter Marlow, co-authors of “The Trust Frequency”, and that’s just what I want to talk with them about today. About key assumptions to get in the flow, trust the universe, and manifest for your highest good.   Plus we’ll talk about bees and indians, Yoda and the force, the Beach Boys and good vibrations, the power of Florence Nightingale, sailing the Atlantic, hitchhiking and Santa Cruz, Santa Fe and the Malays, twelve cylinders and 128 valve engines, and what in the world Einstein and a mouse have to do with anything.   Key Points Discussed: What is the Trust Frequency and what does Einstein’s mouse have to do with it? (03:11) Taking a trip across the Atlantic in which a lot of particles collapsed for some amazing synchronicities (04:51) The Aborigines and how they helped Andrew understand quantum physics (08:17

If you’ve ever wanted to sell or explain anything to anyone, then do we have the three minute pitch show for you.   Today I’ll be talking with Brant Pinvidic, award-winning film director, veteran TV producer, Founder and CEO of INvelop Entertainment, and host of the Why I’m Not Podcast, and a brand new business-based podcast, IPO.    Brant has sold more than 300 TV and movie projects, sold TV shows like Extreme Makeover:Weightloss Edition and Bar Rescue, which have grossed nearly a billion dollars in revenue. He is also the author of a really fun and transformative read we can all benefit from, “The 3-Minute Rule”   And that’s just what I want to talk with him about today. About how to say less and get more from any pitch, conversation, or presentation. Plus we’ll talk about Bon Jovi and landscaping, 49ers and Wrestlemania, a cherry-red GTO judge, what on earth is a butt funnel, and what in the world Cameron Diaz and 57 fuzzy bunnies in a hammock has to do with anything.    Key Points Discussed: Are goldfish

If you’ve ever felt a pull, a calling or a longing, but thought it too “crazy” or didn’t know why, then do we have the How to Follow Your Heart, show for you.   Today we’ll be talking about diving deep, hearing your inner wisdom, feeling the tug, and learning how tot take action, even, or especially, when you think it’s nuts.   Topics Include: How Michael ended up at a Ricky Martin Concert – sort of! What Michael learned from the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates. Why you never want to kick yourself, no matter what comes up. What’s the importance of a buffer??? (And what does that look like?) What it means to run with your herd? How Michael ended up at exploring Pyramids in the Yucatan? How to stay in the heart, even when things are off? What is a cenote and why was Michael called to them? What did the jungle feel like to Michael? How Michael nearly round out of gas on a deserted Mexican highway? How to lean into the fear, even when your car is running out of gas! How to breathe into your fear – and why

If you’ve ever wanted to develop a beginner’s mind, and reinvent your life, then do we have the Wisdom @ Work show for you! Today I’ll be talking with Chip Conley, a New York Times best-selling author, hospitality entrepreneur, the founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality, the strategic advisor for AirBNB, and the author of a sage and inspiring new book, Wisdom @ Work. And that’s just what I want to talk with him about today, about the making of a modern elder, and how we can reinvent ourselves at any age!!! WISDOM @ WORK Self Improvement & Self-Help Topics Include: How did Chip Conley start the boutique hotel company Joie de Vivre? What happened when he turned 50? What was his wake-up call from the Universe? Who is Brian Chesky of Air BnB and what happened when he reached out? What is wisdom in the workplace? What does it mean to redefine yourself? What does an elder refer to? Can anyone be an elder? What is a modern elder? What does it mean to speak your truth? What’s the importance of a role model? Who is