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The Midlife ChrysalisStop Beating Yourself Up and Listen to This | Kristin NeffMost of us are far kinder to other people than we are to ourselves and according to leading self-compassion researcher Kristin Neff, that may be one of the biggest reasons we struggle with stress, burnout, anxiety, and self-doubt.In this episode, Kristin shares how discovering self-compassion through Buddhism and mindfulness changed her life during a difficult period of divorce, uncertainty, and intense self-criticism. She explains why self-compassion is not weakness or self-indulgence, but a proven tool for resilience, growth, motivation, and emotional wellbeing.Chip and Kristin explore:Why...
2026-06-1247 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhy Time Speeds Up as You Get Older (And How to Slow It Down)Why does time seem to move faster every year?One moment you're raising young children. The next, they're leaving home. So where does the time go?In this Wisdom Wednesday, Chip Conley and Derek Gehl explore one of life's biggest mysteries: why time feels faster as we age and what we can do about it.You'll discover:Why being a beginner makes life feel longerHow flow states help us become fully presentThe surprising link between mortality and happinessWhy purpose, mindset, and relationships matter...
2026-06-1024 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhat Research Reveals About America’s Midlife Crisis | Frank InfurnaWhy do so many people feel overwhelmed, lonely, and unhappy in midlife?Conley sits down with leading midlife researcher Frank Infurna to explore why so many middle-aged adults are struggling with stress, mental health challenges, and declining well-being, especially in the United States.Drawing from years of research on aging and happiness, Frank explains why Americans report higher levels of loneliness and depression in midlife, why happiness often increases after 50, and how relationships, family, and purpose become more meaningful as we age.They also...
2026-06-0841 minThe Midlife ChrysalisThe Truth About Becoming Miserably Successful | Debjani BiswasWhat happens when you do everything “right” in life… and still end up unhappy?In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by Debjani Biswas, leadership coach, bestselling author, and TEDx speaker, to talk about burnout, reinvention, identity, and what it really means to live authentically. She shares her journey from turning down Harvard twice and breaking barriers as the only woman in her IIT engineering class to experiencing a complete midlife unraveling that changed everything.Together with Chip Conley, she explores:Why so many successful people feel empty insideHo...
2026-06-0550 minThe Midlife ChrysalisThe Millennial Midlife Crisis Won't Look Like You ThinkAre Millennials heading for a midlife crisis or redefining midlife altogether?In this Wisdom Wednesday episode, Chip Conley joins Derek Gehl to explore how millennials are entering midlife differently than previous generations. After growing up through economic uncertainty, social change, and shifting life expectations, many millennials may be approaching midlife with a completely different mindset than their parents.They discuss:Why millennials may never experience a traditional midlife crisisHow the U-curve of happiness is changing for younger generationsWhy millennials are shifting from freedom-seeking to stability-seekingHow longer lifespans are...
2026-06-0322 minThe Midlife ChrysalisThe Decade Game That Can Transform Your Future | Carolyn Buck LuceMany people reach midlife feeling successful on paper but disconnected from themselves.In this conversation, Chip Conley talks with Carolyn Buck Luce about what it actually looks like to rebuild your life in your 40s, 50s, 60s, and beyond. Carolyn opens up about leaving Wall Street, going through a very public personal crisis, redefining ambition, and creating the “Decade Game”, a simple but powerful way to think about who you want to become over the next 10 years.They talk about:Why purpose often starts showing up earlier than we r...
2026-06-0141 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhat 88 Years of Research Revealed About Happiness | Robert WaldingerFor nearly 90 years, researchers tracked one question: what actually makes people happy, healthy, and fulfilled as they grow older?In this episode, Chip sits down with psychiatrist, Zen teacher, and Harvard study director Robert Waldinger to explore what 88 years of research can teach us about relationships, aging, purpose, and emotional well-being.Together, they unpack:Why strong relationships predict happiness and longevity better than success or moneyThe hidden loneliness behind social media and “curated lives”What Zen practice teaches about anxiety, suffering, and being fully presentWhy nobody is happy all...
2026-05-2943 minThe Midlife ChrysalisHow to Turn Anxiety Into Wisdom, Clarity, and ResilienceAnxiety, burnout, and emotional overwhelm make a lot more sense once people understand what’s actually driving them.In this episode, Chip Conley, founder of MEA, former Airbnb executive, and bestselling author of Emotional Equations, talks with Derek Gehl about the hidden patterns behind anxiety, fear, purpose, and emotional resilience.Chip shares powerful insights on:Why anxiety comes from uncertainty and powerlessnessThe difference between fear and anxietyHow painful experiences become future wisdomWhy emotions begin in the bodyThe difference between purpose and emotional escapeChip al...
2026-05-2722 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhy Deep Listening is the Key to Transformation | Gail LarsenThe parts of ourselves we silence are often the very things that make us come alive.In this heartfelt episode of Midlife Chrysalis, I sit down with Gail Larsen, transformational speaking teacher, author, and longtime MEA faculty member, for a soulful conversation about authenticity, creativity, aging, and finding your voice.From growing up in a restrictive religious environment to helping thousands of people discover their “original medicine,” Gail shares the wisdom she’s gathered through decades of transformation and deep listening.Together, we explore:Why...
2026-05-2548 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhy So Many Successful People Struggle With RetirementWhy So Many Successful People Struggle With Retirement What Comes After Ambition but Before Retirement?The Hidden Midlife Crisis Between Success and Retirement What happens when you stop chasing success… but you’re not ready to retire? In this episode of Midlife Chrysalis, Chip Conley and Derek Gehl explore a stage of life many people experience but rarely talk about: feeling caught between ambition and retirement. Chip shares personal stories about aging parents, purpose, and how his own view of success changed over time. He explains why midlife...
2026-05-2021 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhy Modern Life Is Terrified Of Death | Ben YalomWhat do you do when the version of yourself you built for decades no longer fits your life?In this conversation, Chip sits down with therapist and former theater director Ben Yalom for a warm, honest discussion about reinvention, grief, aging, identity, and the courage it takes to change direction in midlife.After spending years in experimental theater, Ben found himself at a crossroads during COVID. What followed was an unexpected transition into psychotherapy, where he now combines storytelling, movement, curiosity, and emotional exploration in deeply human ways.
2026-05-1846 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhat Keeps You Together When Everything Falls Apart?What happens when life changes all at once?In this deeply emotional conversation, Chip opens up about one of the hardest seasons of his life: facing stage 3 cancer again while grieving the loss of his mother, navigating relationship changes, caring for his aging father, and trying to hold onto purpose through it all.But this episode isn’t about giving up. It’s about what keeps us going when life feels unbearably heavy.You’ll hear:What it feels like to face mortality head-o...
2026-05-1330 minThe Midlife ChrysalisFeeling Stuck at 50: How to Find Your Magic and Start Again | Matt RossThe moment everything starts falling apart might be the moment your life finally comes together.In this episode, Chip Conley sits down with entrepreneur and author of Grow or Fold, Matt Ross, to explore a powerful story of midlife reinvention. From a high-pressure career in radio to building purpose-driven businesses, Matt shares how personal crisis, burnout, and uncertainty became the catalyst for real change.Here’s what you’ll take away:Why feeling “stuck” at 50 is often the start of something betterThe simple mindset shift that turns breakdown into bre...
2026-05-1153 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhat Horses, Death, and Nature Taught Me About Being Human | Kelly WendorfWhat if the life you built… no longer feels like yours?In this powerful episode, Kelly Wendorf joins Chip Conley for a raw conversation about loss, identity, and the moment everything shifts. From caring for a dying parent to rediscovering yourself through nature, this episode goes straight to the heart of what it means to truly live.Here’s what you’ll take away:Why success can still leave you feeling emptyHow facing death reshapes how you see lifeWhat “rewilding” really means and why it mattersHow nature (and horses) re...
2026-05-0850 minThe Midlife ChrysalisAI vs Humans: The One Skill AI Still Can’t ReplaceAI is changing work faster than anyone expected… but most people are focusing on the wrong thing.In this episode, Chip Conley and Derek Gehl break down what AI actually means for your career, especially if you're in midlife and wondering where you fit in.Here’s what matters:AI is replacing routine work first, not higher-level thinkingWisdom now matters more than knowledge in an AI-driven worldOver-relying on AI can weaken your own skillsCuriosity and adaptability are your biggest advantagesThis isn’t about fear...
2026-05-0616 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhy Success Stops Making You Happy After 40You checked all the boxes… so why does something still feel off? In this episode, Chip Conley and Derek Gehl explore what happens when success stops feeling like success, and why so many people hit this wall in midlife. And what you can do when you get there.Here’s what you’ll learn:The 3 questions that reveal your true directionWhy achievement alone doesn’t lead to fulfillmentThe hidden trap of defining success through workWhy relationships matter more than you thinkHow to start redefining success in a way that act...
2026-04-2925 minThe Midlife ChrysalisThe Real Reason You’re Aging Faster Than You Should | Dr. Florence ComiteYou’re not aging the way you think you are, and that changes everything.In this episode, Chip sits down with Dr. Florence Comite, Yale-trained physician, longevity expert, and author of Invincible, to explore a smarter, more personal approach to health and aging.Blending science with a powerful personal story, she challenges everything we think we know about living longer.Here’s what you’ll learn:Why your genes don’t control your futureThe truth about biohacking and why most of it failsWhy sleep is...
2026-04-2456 minThe Midlife ChrysalisTake a Month Off and See Who You BecomeWhat if you gave yourself 30 days… with nothing planned?In this episode, Chip Conley shares a deeply personal idea he’s exploring: stepping away from a busy life for a full month: no schedule, no expectations, just space to listen, reflect, and reset.It’s not about escaping life. It’s about returning to it with more clarity and intention.Few ideas from the episode that might stay with you:What it actually means to “disappear” for 30 daysWhy hearing your own eulogy might hit harder t...
2026-04-2223 minThe Midlife ChrysalisHow to Heal Trauma in Your Body and Mind | Rebecca & JaimieIn this powerful episode of the Midlife Chrysalis, Chip Conley sits down with two women who’ve pushed their limits, physically, emotionally, and psychologically, and came out transformed. Meet Rebecca Rusch, a world-class endurance athlete who biked the Ho Chi Minh Trail to reconnect with her late father, and Jaimie Lusk, a former Marine turned psychologist helping veterans heal from deep psychological wounds. Together, they reveal what happens when life forces you to face what you’ve been avoiding.Here’s what you’ll discover:Why midlife isn’t a crisis...
2026-04-2044 minThe Midlife ChrysalisStop Living on Autopilot. Start Living for Real | Bonnie WanMost people don’t realize they’re living someone else’s life until it’s too late.In this episode, Chip Conley sits down with Bonnie Wan, a renowned brand strategist and author of The Life Brief, who has spent decades studying human behavior, and now helps people redesign their lives with clarity and intention.Through her “Life Brief” method, people learn how to cut through the noise and make decisions that truly align with them.Key insights:Why clarity alone doesn’t change your li...
2026-04-1752 minThe Midlife ChrysalisKnowledge Won’t Save You. Curiosity WillYou don’t stay relevant by knowing more. You stay relevant by staying curious.In this episode of Wisdom Wednesday, Chip Conley joins Derek Gehl to break down why curiosity, not experience or intelligence, is the real edge in midlife and beyond.Here’s what stands out:Curiosity is the antidote to irrelevanceAsking better questions beats having the right answersMidlife requires a shift from knowledge to wisdomLearning for no reason can unlock new purposeStaying curious keeps your mind sharp and engagedIt’s a simple...
2026-04-1527 minThe Midlife ChrysalisShe Quit a 30-Year Career to Help Others Rebrand Their Lives | Robin Fisher RofferMidlife might be the moment everything finally starts to make sense.In this episode of The Midlife Chrysalis, Chip sits down with branding expert Robin Fisher Roffer, who spent over 30 years shaping major brands, to explore how those same principles can help you reinvent your life.Robin shares her own powerful transition, stepping away from a successful career to start a whole new chapter, and what she’s learned along the way.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why real change starts by reco...
2026-04-1345 minThe Midlife ChrysalisStuck Between Aging Parents and Grown Kids in Midlife?You’re taking care of your parents. You’re supporting your kids. But who’s taking care of you?In this Wisdom Wednesday episode, Derek Gehl sits down with Chip Conley to unpack the reality of the sandwich generation and why midlife can feel more overwhelming than ever. Chip shares key insights on:• The real emotional cost of caregiving• Why this stage of life feels heavier today• How to build a support system that actually helps• Why protecting time for yourself is essential
2026-04-0819 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhy So Many Men Lose Friends in Midlife (And How to Fix It)What if the biggest factor for a longer, happier life isn’t health, but friendship?In this Wisdom Wednesday episode, Chip Conley joins Derek Gehl to explore why so many people, especially men, struggle with connection in midlife, and how to change that.Here’s what you’ll learn:Why friendship is the #1 predictor of longevityThe difference between real vs transactional relationshipsWhy men often lack deep connection and how to fix itThe one simple habit that can reignite old friendships If you’ve been feeling disconne...
2026-04-0119 minThe Midlife ChrysalisHow an Anarchist Built One of America’s Most Unique Businesses | Ari WeinzweigAnarchism isn’t chaos. It might be the key to better leadership.In this thought-provoking episode, Chip speaks with Ari Weinzweig, co-founder of Zingerman’s, a company that grew from a $22,000 deli into an $80M family of businesses built on an unconventional idea: trust people, give them dignity, and rethink hierarchy.Ari shares the surprising philosophy that shaped Zingerman’s culture and explains why many traditional leadership models miss what really motivates people.In this episode, you’ll learn:What anarchism can teach us about...
2026-03-2754 minThe Midlife ChrysalisMen vs Women in Midlife: The Struggles No One Warns You AboutMost people imagine a midlife crisis as sports cars, bad decisions, and dramatic life changes. But what if midlife is actually something much deeper and more meaningful?In this episode of Midlife Chrysalis, Chip Conley explores what really happens during midlife and why men and women often experience it differently. Chip shares insights from years of research and thousands of midlife transitions, revealing the real challenges people face in their 40s, 50s, and beyond.In this conversation, you’ll learn:Why midlife is often a feeling of being st...
2026-03-2525 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhy Love Requires Skills Most People Never Learn | Terry RealWhy do so many relationships lose intimacy over time, even when love is still there?In this episode of Midlife Chrysalis, Chip Conley talks with renowned couples therapist Terry Real, creator of Relational Life Therapy and bestselling author of Fierce Intimacy and The New Rules of Marriage. For decades, Terry has helped couples understand why connection fades—and how to rebuild it.In this conversation, he explains:Why love requires skills most people were never taughtHow childhood patterns quietly shape adult relationshipsWhy traditional masculinity often blocks emotional intimacyHow co...
2026-03-2347 minThe Midlife ChrysalisPete Holmes on Psychedelics, God & Finding Meaning in MidlifeThe moment that breaks your life can also be the moment that transforms it. In this episode of Midlife Chrysalis, Chip Conley sits down with comedian and writer Pete Holmes for a deep and surprisingly funny conversation about heartbreak, spirituality, and the search for meaning. Pete shares how a painful divorce in his twenties pushed him to fully commit to comedy and set him on a journey into consciousness, psychedelics, fatherhood, and what it really means to live a good life.In this episode, Pete reveals:How his divorce...
2026-03-201h 01The Midlife ChrysalisMidlife Pit Stop: Refuel Before the Next ChapterWhat if the most powerful move you could make at midlife… is to pause?In this episode of Wisdom Wednesday, Derek sits down with Chip Conley to explore the rise of the midlife sabbatical and why more people over 50 are choosing a reset instead of racing toward retirement. Chip challenges the old “learn, earn, retire” model and introduces a new idea: the midlife pit stop — a courageous break to refuel before the next chapter.In this conversation, you’ll learn:Why a sabbatical isn’t a vacation...
2026-03-1826 minThe Midlife ChrysalisDesigning the Second Half of Life: Meaning, Curiosity, and Becoming | Bill Burnett & Dave EvansMost of us try to solve midlife. What if that’s exactly the wrong approach?In this episode, Chip Conley sits down with Bill Burnett and Dave Evans, the minds behind Designing Your Life, to rethink one of the most misunderstood seasons of adulthood. Drawing from design thinking, human curiosity, and decades of real-world experimentation, they offer a refreshing alternative to the pressure of “figuring it all out.”Instead of chasing the right answer, Bill and Dave invite us to prototype our way forward gently, curiously, and without fear of get...
2026-03-1657 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhy You Keep Repeating the Same Conflict Patterns | Diana ChapmanReal growth rarely happens when life feels comfortable. It begins when we slow down, question our patterns, and face the deeper truths about how we live and lead.In this episode of Midlife Chrysalis, Chip Conley talks with Diana Chapman, leadership coach and co-author of The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership. Drawing from decades of coaching founders and CEOs, Diana shares practical wisdom on how awareness can transform relationships, leadership, and personal growth.In this conversation, she explores:How the Drama Triangle fuels conflict and how to step out...
2026-03-1356 minThe Midlife ChrysalisFrom Ego to Soul: Rewriting the Second Half of LifeThe drive that made you successful may not be meant to lead you forever.In this Wisdom Wednesday episode of The Midlife Chrysalis, Chip Conley and Derek Gehl explore the shift from ego to soul, the defining transition of the second half of life. Drawing from his personal journey, his role as a “modern elder” at Airbnb, and insights from Richard Rohr and Connie Zweig, Chip reflects on what happens when achievement stops being enough.In this conversation, you’ll learn:Why ego builds the first half of life b...
2026-03-1124 minThe Midlife ChrysalisMortality Was My Wake-Up Call | Dr. Brad JacobsWhat if the real key to longevity isn’t a biohack but a wake-up call?In this episode, Dr. Brad Jacobs, longevity expert, integrative medicine pioneer, and former UCSF professor, shares what truly helps us thrive in midlife.After losing his father to cancer at 27, Brad made it his life’s work to understand how we can live longer and better.In this episode, we explore:What actually extends your life (and what’s a distraction)Why sleep and stress matter more than most s...
2026-03-0955 minThe Midlife ChrysalisLetting Go in Midlife: What Has Run Its Course?Midlife isn’t about adding more. It’s about letting go.In this Wisdom Wednesday episode of The Midlife Chrysalis, Chip Conley joins Derek Gehl to explore The Great Midlife Edit, the courage to release what has quietly run its course.Drawing from his near-death experience and the sale of his company, Chip shares what it really means to “empty your cup” and create space for what’s next.In this conversation, you’ll learn:Why midlife shifts us from accumulation to editingHow to recognize...
2026-03-0422 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhat a Cancer Diagnosis Teaches You About How to LiveWhat happens when time stops feeling endless and starts feeling real?In this episode of Wisdom Wednesday, Chip Conley shares how living with cancer reshaped his relationship with time, purpose, and urgency in midlife. Joined by Derek Gehl, Chip reflects on cancer scans, mortality, and why remembering that life is finite can actually deepen meaning, not fear. Together they explore:Why memento mori can bring clarity, not darknessHow midlife urgency is about intention, not panicWhat legacy really means beyond achievement...
2026-02-2528 minThe Midlife ChrysalisFrom Ambition to “I’m Enough” | Brian CheskyIn this candid and heartfelt conversation, Airbnb co-founder and CEO Brian Chesky joins Chip Conley to explore the hidden side of success. From imposter syndrome to the emotional aftermath of the IPO, Brian shares what midlife has taught him about ambition, belonging, and finally realizing he is enough. In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why success didn’t fix his loneliness• How leadership evolved from control to connection• The wake-up call that followed Airbnb’s $100B milestone• Why midlife is a chance to redefine what truly matters This is a conversation about growth, vulnerability, and choosing relationships over relentless achievement.If...
2026-02-231h 08The Midlife ChrysalisYour Brain on Art: Why Midlife Needs Creativity More Than Ever | Susan Magsamen & Ivy RossMidlife isn’t a crisis. It’s an invitation to come alive again.In this episode of Midlife Chrysalis, Chip Conley is joined by Susan Magsamen, a neuroscientist at Johns Hopkins, and Ivy Ross, Chief Design Officer at Google, for a warm, eye-opening conversation about why creativity is essential to being human, especially in midlife.Drawing from their book Your Brain on Art, they share how art, play, and sensory experiences quietly support brain health, emotional balance, and a deeper sense of meaning in a world obsessed with productivity and...
2026-02-2051 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhy Midlife Friendships Stop Working & How to Fix ThemEver notice how some friendships don’t end, they just stop deepening?You still care about each other, but the conversations feel thinner than they used to. In midlife, that quiet shift is more common than we admit.In this Wisdom Wednesday episode, Chip Conley, founder of MEA, joins Derek Gehl for a warm, honest conversation about friendship in the second half of life: why it changes, why it matters more than ever, and how it can grow again.What you’ll take away:Friendship is a practice, not...
2026-02-1819 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhat Great Mentors Do Differently in MidlifeMost of us grow up thinking mentorship means having the answers. In midlife, we learn it’s really about asking better questions.In this Wisdom Wednesday episode, Derek and Chip explore how mentorship evolves when experience meets curiosity. Drawing on stories from Airbnb, intergenerational leadership, and lessons from unlikely teachers, Chip shows why the best mentors are still learning.In this conversation, you’ll discover:• Why great mentorship is a two-way exchange, not top-down advice• How modern elders learn alongside younger generations• The difference between a librarian...
2026-02-1120 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhy Wisdom Matters More Than Knowledge in Midlife | Eric WeinerWe’re surrounded by information but many of us still feel unsure about how to live well. This episode gently explores why midlife pulls us toward wisdom, not more answers. Chip Conley is joined by bestselling author Eric Weiner (The Geography of Bliss, Man Seeks God, The Socrates Express), a curious guide who’s spent years learning from philosophers, cultures, and lived experience. Together, they talk about what ancient wisdom can teach us about modern life—especially when certainty starts to fall away. In this conversation, you’ll hear:Why midlife naturally...
2026-02-0953 minThe Midlife ChrysalisStuck at 50? How to Make a Midlife Career Change Without Starting OverWhat if midlife isn’t the end of your career story but the smartest place to rewrite it? In this episode of Wisdom Wednesday, Chip Conley joins Derek Ghel to unpack what really happens when people feel stuck at midlife, and why career change after 50 doesn’t require starting over or burning everything down. Drawing on his journey from boutique hotels to Airbnb to founding the Modern Elder Academy, Chip offers a grounded, hopeful roadmap for reinvention that actually works in the real world. In this episode, you’ll learn:Why midlife...
2026-02-0432 minThe Midlife ChrysalisHow a Panic Attack Sparked a Midlife Awakening | Dan HarrisHe had everything going for him, until his body shut him down on live TV.In this episode, Dan Harris sits down with Chip Conley for a warm, honest conversation about ambition, anxiety, and what really changes in midlife. Dan opens up about the panic attack that forced him to slow down, his years inside high-pressure newsrooms at ABC, and the quiet realization that productivity, without presence, was costing him more than it gave. What follows is not a polished mindfulness pitch, but a deeply human reflection on letting go, growing wiser, and redefining success in the s...
2026-02-0250 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhen Cancer Forces a Life Reset in Midlife | Caryn LermanCancer doesn’t just affect your health. It changes how you see yourself and your life. In this warm and honest conversation, Chip Conley sits down with Caryn Lerman to explore the emotional side of cancer that often goes unspoken. Together, they talk about identity shifts, caregiving, and what it really means to move through the messy middle of midlife after a diagnosis. In this episode, you’ll hear:How cancer reshapes identity, not just the bodyWhy caregivers carry an invisible emotional loadWhat it means to live intentionally after cancerHow vulnerability can b...
2026-01-3058 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhy Rituals Matter More Than Routines in MidlifeWhat if the way you start your morning is quietly shaping how your whole day feels?Chip Conley sits down with Derek Gehl to explore why so many midlife routines start to feel empty and how turning them into simple, meaningful rituals can bring more calm, clarity, and purpose to everyday life. Together, Chip and Derek share:Why routines can feel mechanical, while rituals help us feel present and changedHow to gently layer meaning onto things you already do, like showering or stretchingWhy small morning rituals can boost mood, energy, and emotional well-beingHow a...
2026-01-2818 minThe Midlife ChrysalisHow Ritual, Awe, and Community Bring Midlife Back to Life | Christine SperberIn this episode, Chip Conley sits down with Christine Sperber, co-founder of MEA and master experience designer, to explore how awe, ritual, and community can bring us back to life in midlife. Drawing from ski town culture, life in Baja, and years of building transformational experiences, Christine offers a hopeful reframe of aging as something to design, not fix.In this conversation, Chip and Christine explore:Why purpose matters more than productivity in midlifeHow simple rituals create meaning, resilience, and belongingWhat nature, movement, and community teach us about vitalityWhy transitions like...
2026-01-261h 04The Midlife ChrysalisThe Bonus Years: Midlife Is About Reinvention Not Retirement | Pam McLeanMidlife isn’t the end of the story, it’s the chapter where something new wants to begin.In this episode of Midlife Chrysalis, Chip Conley sits down with Pam McLean, pioneering coach, co-founder of the Hudson Institute of Coaching, and a guiding voice on adult development and the “bonus years.” Together, they explore why midlife isn’t about stepping back, but about letting go and moving forward with intention.Pam shares:Why releasing old identities is essential for growthWhat the “bonus years” make possible at any ageHow Life Forward h...
2026-01-2347 minThe Midlife ChrysalisMidlife Isn’t Falling Apart – It’s a TransformationMidlife isn’t falling apart. It’s asking for your attention.In this episode of Midlife Chrysalis, Chip Conley dismantles the idea of the “midlife crisis” and replaces it with a far more hopeful and powerful framework: midlife as a chrysalis, a necessary transition into a second adulthood. Drawing from social science, psychology, and his own deeply personal story, Chip explains why midlife often feels like a breakdown, why it’s actually normal, and how it can become the most meaningful chapter of your life. In th...
2026-01-2134 minThe Midlife ChrysalisGavin Newsom on Leadership, Identity, and Becoming YourselfWhat happens when ambition slows down, and wisdom begins to lead? Chip Conley, founder of Modern Elder Academy and host of Midlife Chrysalis, sits down with California Governor Gavin Newsom for a rare, deeply personal conversation shaped by nearly 30 years of mentorship and friendship. This is not a political interview, it’s an honest exploration of midlife, identity, and becoming.Together, they reflect on:How Gavin’s upbringing and dyslexia shaped his leadershipWhy legalizing same-sex marriage became a defining moral momentWhat the “winter years” between mayor and governor revealedHow fatherhood and midlife reshaped his relationship with powerWhy grace, humility...
2026-01-1957 minThe Midlife ChrysalisCould Golden Girls–Style Living Be the Future of Midlife Housing?What if aging alone isn’t the only option?As midlife reshapes relationships, identity, and housing, a bold question emerges: what if women chose community instead of solitude?In this Wisdom Wednesday episode, Chip Conley, founder of Modern Elder Academy, joins Derek Gehl to explore the early-stage idea behind Golden Girls–style living, an intentional housing experiment he’s beginning in Santa Fe to address loneliness, gray divorce, and the realities of solo aging.In this episode, you’ll learn:- Why...
2026-01-1427 minThe Midlife ChrysalisAging While Black: Paying the Price of a Broken System | Ray JetsonAging in America has never been the same for everyone. Chip Conley sits down with Ray Jetson, pastor, former Louisiana legislator, and author of Aging While Black, to explore why aging isn’t a race-neutral experience and what it really means to age well in a system that was never built for everyone.Ray shares a simple, powerful way to rethink aging through community, innovation, and shared wisdom across generations.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why aging while Black carries unique structural and economic realitiesHow the village concept and Sankofa help bridge past...
2026-01-1259 minThe Midlife ChrysalisHow Conscious Capitalism Changes the Way Leaders Think | Rand StagenMost leaders are chasing short-term wins and missing the long game.In this episode, Chip Conley talks with Rand Stagen, founder of the Stagen Leadership Academy, about what’s quietly breaking leadership today and how to lead with purpose, perspective, and staying power.Rand shares hard-earned insights from decades of working with CEOs and entrepreneurs who want more than success, they want meaning.You’ll learn:- Why short-term thinking undermines great leadership- What it means to play the infi...
2026-01-091h 01The Midlife ChrysalisWhy Leadership Fails When Wisdom Walks OutMost companies are racing toward AI, efficiency, and scale while quietly losing the one advantage that actually sustains great leadership: wisdom. In this Wisdom Wednesday episode, we reveal why culture, lived experience, and human judgment matter more than ever. Chip draws on decades of leadership experience to explain why many organizations are losing their edge and what they can do to reclaim it. In this episode, you’ll learn:- Why leadership is a practice, not a personality trait...
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How We Future: Stories of Hope, Hype, and GratitudeWhy Life Gets Better with Age with Modern Elder Chip ConleyCan changing your mindset increase your lifespan?To kick off season two of How We Future, Lisa sits down with Chip Conley, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and founder of Modern Elder Academy. Chip has spent decades helping people rethink aging, midlife, and what it really means to live life to the fullest.In their conversation, Chip and Lisa explore the idea of the “midlife chrysalis” and why the years around 45 to 55 can be a powerful period of transformation rather than decline. Drawing from his own near-death experience, his work in hospitality, and his time at Airbnb, Chip...
2026-01-0645 minThe Midlife ChrysalisFrom Breakdown to Wholeness: The Hero’s Path Through Midlife with Ben KattHave you ever reached a point in life where what once worked… suddenly doesn’t?In this warm conversation with Chip, Ben Katt, MEA’s faculty in residence and author of The Way Home, offers a hopeful reframe of midlife. Rather than seeing it as a breakdown, Ben invites us to see this season as a meaningful transition, one that asks us to let go of old roles and reconnect with who we truly are. In this episode, you’ll discover:- Why midlife often feels disorienting, even when lif...
2026-01-0558 minThe Midlife ChrysalisThe Success Treadmill Is Real: Here’s How to EscapeIn this Wisdom Wednesday episode, Chip Conley, entrepreneur, author, and founder of MEA, opens up about the quiet disappointment many high achievers feel after they’ve “made it.”Through stories from building iconic companies, guiding Airbnb’s founders, and navigating midlife reckoning, Chip explores the success treadmill, and why chasing the next win so often leaves us unsatisfied. In this conversation, you’ll learn:- Why success can feel addictive but never fulfilling- The crucial difference between happiness and joy- How a si...
2025-12-2421 minThe Midlife ChrysalisThe Hidden Cost of Playing It Safe in Midlife | Dr. Margie WarrellWhat if the real risk in midlife isn’t change but staying comfortable?In this episode of Midlife Chrysalis, Chip Conley sits down with Dr. Margie Warrell, global expert on courage and bestselling author of The Courage Gap, to explore why so many smart, capable people feel stuck and how to move forward with clarity and bravery. Drawing from her journey from a rural Australian farm to the world stage, Margie shares powerful insights on courage, reinvention, and choosing growth over safety. ...
2025-12-2252 minThe Midlife ChrysalisInside the Messy Middle: What Actually Drives Transformation in MidlifeFeeling stuck in midlife? You might be in your chrysalis, not a crisis.In this Wisdom Wednesday episode, Chip Conley breaks down why midlife often feels confusing and heavy, and why that “messy middle” is actually the beginning of real transformation. Chip shares:• The three stages of every transition and where most people get stuck• What really happens inside the messy middle• Why men and women experience midlife so differently• How transitional intelligence (TQ) helps you move forward with clarity
2025-12-1723 minThe Midlife ChrysalisHow Curiosity Fuels a Longer, Healthier LifeWhat if the secret to living longer isn’t in your genes… but in your mindset?In this Wisdom Wednesday episode, Chip Conley reveals the surprising research showing how a simple shift in how we think about aging can add years—yes, actual years—to our lives. From Becca Levy’s longevity findings to Carol Dweck’s growth-mindset principles, Chip breaks down why curiosity, openness, and lifelong learning may be the real fountain of youth. You’ll learn why “I’m too old to…” is one of the most dangerous beliefs we carry, how...
2025-12-1016 minThe Midlife ChrysalisGrowing Whole: Why Midlife May Be the Best Time of Your LifeWhat if midlife is actually the start of your happiest years?In this episode, Chip Conley and Derek Gehl break down why life often gets better after 50, from rising emotional intelligence and deeper wisdom to feeling more like your true self. Chip explains why “growing whole” matters more than “staying young,” how Carl Jung’s insights can reshape your mindset, and why a pro-aging outlook can change your health, relationships, and purpose.If you want a fresh, hopeful take on midlife, don’t miss this conversation. Watch now....
2025-12-0316 minThe Midlife ChrysalisDon Lemon: Breaking Free, Speaking Truth, and Owning MidlifeWhat happens when Don Lemon gets truly unfiltered?In this heartfelt, funny, and deeply honest conversation, Don opens up about aging with confidence, coming out in midlife, letting go of old shame, and the freedom that comes from no longer needing anyone’s approval. We talk about identity, love, sex, wisdom, and why his mantra “old people be knowing” captures the real gift of growing older.Don also reflects on the state of media, the “prime” controversy, and how stepping away from traditional news helped him reclaim his voice and his joy. If you’re...
2025-12-0146 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhy Retirement Is Failing Us And What to Do InsteadWhat if everything you’ve believed about aging and retirement is wrong?In this week’s Wisdom Wednesday, Chip and Derek dive into the surprising truth about aging. Why retirement often makes us less healthy, how community and purpose keep us alive longer, and why our “crystallized intelligence” actually gets stronger well into our 60s and 70s. They explore the real ingredients of a meaningful midlife, the magic of third-vault conversations, and the stories of people who’ve traded old scripts for more inspired lives.If you’re ready to feel hope...
2025-11-2622 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhy Introverts Hold Hidden Strength | Susan Cain on Quiet PowerEver wonder if slowing down might actually wake you up? In this episode, I sit down with Susan Cain, the bestselling author of Quiet and Bittersweet, to talk about the hidden strengths of introverts, the surprising beauty in melancholy, and why midlife can be the most creative and peaceful chapter of your life. We dig into what it really means to live with depth, authenticity, and joy, without the noise.✨ Hit play and join us for a quiet conversation that might just change how you see yourself. Ti...
2025-11-2458 minThe Midlife ChrysalisFrom Goat Farm to Global Brand: Midlife Lessons with Brent & JoshWhat happens when two New York City professionals lose their jobs, move to a tiny rural town, and accidentally build one of America’s most beloved skincare brands?Brent and Josh of Beekman 1802 reveal how kindness, community, and old-fashioned wisdom became the backbone of their business and their midlife reinvention. They share how loving your neighbor can be a real strategy, why contentment matters more than achievement, the 51% rule that keeps their partnership strong, and how better aging starts with simple kindness to yourself and others, all delivered with warmth, wisdom, and humor....
2025-11-2156 min
The Midlife ChrysalisFrom Experience to Wisdom: A Midlife Conversation That MattersIn the very first episode of Wisdom Wednesdays, Chip Conley and Derek Gehl sit down for a thoughtful, honest conversation about what wisdom really means in midlife. Chip shares the down-to-earth definition that guides his life and talks about the small, consistent practices that help him turn everyday experiences into something meaningful.If you’re ready for conversations that spark growth, clarity, and courage…▶️ Start with Episode 1 and begin your wisdom journey with us. Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:22 Welcome to Wisdom Wednesdays01:37...
2025-11-1917 minThe Midlife ChrysalisMark Nepo: How to Stay Creative, Awake, and Fully Alive in MidlifeWhat if aging isn’t about decline, but about becoming more alive than ever?The bestselling author and spiritual teacher Mark Nepo opens up about how surviving cancer reshaped his entire understanding of life, creativity, and purpose. He reveals the wisdom behind The Fifth Season, a time in life when the inner world begins to shine brighter than the outer one, and shares how to live and create with authenticity in midlife and beyond.Mark’s reflections will move you, ground you, and remind you what it truly means to b...
2025-11-1459 minThe Midlife ChrysalisThe Science of Awe: Rediscover Wonder with Dacher KeltnerWhat if awe was the secret ingredient to happiness? 🌿 In this episode, I sit down with UC Berkeley psychologist Dacher Keltner to explore how awe, compassion, and moral beauty can transform the way we live and age. We dive into the science of wonder — from the power of collective joy to how simple “awe walks” can boost your health, purpose, and connection.✨ Join us as we uncover why we’re truly born to be good and how awe might just be the key to midlife renewal.🎧 Tune in for the full convers...
2025-11-0753 minThe Midlife ChrysalisRainn Wilson: Finding the Soul Beyond the SpotlightWhat if the path to a meaningful life had nothing to do with fame or success and everything to do with service and soul?In this captivating conversation, Rainn Wilson opens up about his transformation from Hollywood ego to spiritual seeker, sharing how faith, meditation, and humility helped him rediscover purpose beyond the spotlight. Together with Chip Conley, he explores why midlife can be a sacred turning point when the soul finally takes the lead.👉 Watch now to learn how Rainn’s journey can help you reconnect with your own s...
2025-10-3153 minThe Midlife ChrysalisArthur Brooks on How to Break Free from the Striver’s Curse in MidlifeWhat if everything you’ve been taught about happiness and success is upside down?In this episode of Midlife Chrysalis, Chip Conley talks with Arthur Brooks, Harvard professor, bestselling author, and former French horn prodigy, about his remarkable journey from the concert stage to the world of behavioral science. Together, they unpack why strivers burn out, how our brains shift from fluid to crystallized intelligence, and the simple formula that can turn midlife from a crisis into a transformation.Don’t miss this inspiring conversation. Listen now and start reth...
2025-10-081h 10The Midlife ChrysalisElizabeth Gilbert’s Untold Story of Love and AddictionHow do you survive when the person you can’t live without begins to destroy you?In this powerful episode of Midlife Chrysalis, Elizabeth Gilbert joins Chip Conley to share the raw story behind her new memoir, All the Way to the River. She opens up about walking alongside her partner through addiction and relapse, confronting her own patterns of codependency, and finding healing through recovery and surrender. It’s an honest, unfiltered look at love, loss, and what it really takes to stand on your own two feet.Tune...
2025-09-101h 02The Midlife ChrysalisFrom Punk Rock Pastor to Spiritual Outlaw: Rob Bell’s Midlife ReinventionWhat happens when one of America’s most celebrated pastors dares to question everything?In this unfiltered conversation, Rob Bell, once dubbed the “punk rock pastor” and author of the explosive bestseller Love Wins, opens up about the controversy that made him Christianity’s most talked-about heretic, why he walked away from his megachurch at the height of fame, and how midlife pushed him to reinvent himself.From faith and psychedelics to wisdom traditions, AI, and the art of living an unpigeonholable life, Rob’s journey is as provocative as it is i...
2025-09-031h 02The Midlife ChrysalisHow Intergenerational Living Creates Purpose & Joy | Marc FreedmanWhat if aging wasn’t about slowing down—but about leveling up?In this powerful conversation, Marc Freedman, founder of Encore.org (now CoGenerate), unpacks the surprising history of retirement, why communities like Sun City reshaped how we see aging, and how we can flip the script on what it means to grow older. From encore careers to intergenerational mentorship, Marc shows why midlife is no dead end—it’s a launchpad for purpose, impact, and connection.If you’ve ever wondered how to thrive after 50, find meaning in your “seco...
2025-08-2758 minThe Midlife ChrysalisAging Boldly and Living on Your Own Terms with Karen WalrondAuthor, speaker, and “Radiant Rebel” Karen Walrond joins Chip Conley for a warm, inspiring conversation on how to age with joy, live on your own terms, and keep your spark alive.From growing up between Trinidad and the U.S., to leaving engineering and law for a creative life, Karen’s story is full of bold choices and unexpected turns. She shares cultural insights on aging, how to break free from the “success script,” and the seven playful experiments from her new book In Defense of Dabbling that prove it’s never too late to try somet...
2025-08-201h 00The Midlife ChrysalisHow Sara Blakely Built Spanx and Found Her Next Big PurposeWhat happens when a self-made billionaire steps away from the company she built and faces the big question: What’s next?In this inspiring episode, the founder of Spanx opens up about her journey from door-to-door sales to creating a global brand, the emotional challenges of selling her company, and how she’s redefining success, purpose, and identity in midlife. It’s a raw and uplifting conversation about reinvention, intuition, and finding meaning beyond business.Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:56 Family background and kids03:47 Childhood struggles and ea...
2025-08-061h 06The Midlife ChrysalisFrom Famous Father to Finding Purpose: Scott Eastwood at MidlifeWhat happens when a successful actor—and the son of a Hollywood legend—hits midlife and starts asking deeper questions?In this powerful episode, Scott Eastwood opens up about building his own identity beyond Clint Eastwood’s shadow, what 40+ films have taught him, and why he’s now prioritizing purpose over fame. He reflects on masculinity, mentorship, mistakes, and what it really means to grow wiser with age.What happens when a successful actor—and the son of a Hollywood legend—hits midlife and starts asking deeper questions?In this powerfu...
2025-07-2359 minThe Midlife ChrysalisWhat Burning Man Teaches Us About Aging, Identity & Legacy | Marian GoodellWhat if your so-called “midlife crisis” was actually a doorway to reinvention? In this powerful conversation, Burning Man CEO Marian Goodell joins Chip Conley to explore how the radical spirit of Burning Man offers surprising lessons on aging, identity, leadership, and legacy. From embracing impermanence to finding purpose without a script, this episode is a deep dive into how midlife can be your most creative and meaningful chapter yet.Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:40 Chips Connection to Burning Man04:43 What Burning Man Really Is07:01 How...
2025-07-1056 minThe Midlife ChrysalisReinvention After 50 with Seth Godin: Make Life Your Best Work of ArtWhat if midlife isn’t a crisis, but your most creative chapter yet?In this inspiring and deeply personal episode, bestselling author and entrepreneur Seth Godin shares how he’s reinvented his life through purpose-driven work, disciplined freedom, and the belief that life itself is a series of art projects.We explore why the “dip” is a crucial part of growth, how to walk away from success when it no longer serves you, and what it really means to build a legacy. Seth also opens up about aging, identity, and choo...
2025-06-1852 minThe Midlife ChrysalisIntroWelcome to the very first episode of The Midlife Chrysalis!Chip Conley kicks off this amazing podcast by redefining midlife. It’s not as a crisis, but a powerful chrysalis for transformation.He shares his own wild journey and reveals why your 40s, 50s, and beyond can be the most meaningful years of your life. Plus, get a sneak peek at upcoming guests like Maria Shriver, Brian Chesky, Gavin Newsom, and more. If you're ready to reinvent yourself and thrive in midlife, this is yo...
2025-06-0203 min
Revolutionize Your Retirement RadioLearning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets Better with Age with Dorian Mintzer and Chip ConleyIt is time to reframe how we think about midlife, the transition period of life between young adulthood and old age, as not a "crisis" but a chrysalis - where a profound transformation happens. In his book, Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets Better with Age, Chip Conley offers an alternative narrative to the way we commonly think of our 40s and beyond, and reminds us that life begins at 50 with the best of our days still ahead of us.He began exploring the physical, emotional, mental, vocational, and spiritual transitions that happen in our 40...
2025-02-1151 min
Grey Matter with Michael KrasnyViable Hospitality and Valuable Wisdom from Hotelier Chip ConleyMichael Krasny began this episode with author, hotelier and long-time wisdom seeker Chip Conley, who was in Baja, talking about the terrible fires in Los Angeles and what if any lessons can be learned from them. They spoke of wisdom seeking and Conley of the metaphor for our lives of a rental car as well as his ongoing struggle with cancer, which he calls his teacher. Krasny brought up wrong headed views of cancer that place too much blame on the individual self and they spoke of environmental and so-called lifestyle effects tied to it and then proceeded to...
2025-01-161h 06
Life in Transition PodcastHow to Reimagine Midlife with Chip ConleyWhat if midlife is not a crisis, but a chrysalis for transformation?This compelling question drives the conversation in this episode of Life in Transition with guest Chip Conley, best-selling author, hospitality entrepreneur, and founder of the Modern Elder Academy (MEA). Chip, who has navigated his own midlife challenges—including a near-death experience and redefining his identity—shares profound insights on how midlife can be a time of renewal and reinvention, rather than a period of crisis.At age 50, after building a highly successful boutique hotel company, Chip faced a turbulent period where his personal and...
2024-11-0738 min
ScaleX™ Insider PodcastChip Conley - Midlife crisis is bullsh*t: Reinvent yourself or die tryingIn today's episode of ScaleX Insider, we're honoured to welcome Chip Conley, a trailblazing hospitality entrepreneur, bestselling author, and business rebel. In this episode, Chip explains why a midlife crisis is bullsh*t and explores how defining limits define success in business. He shares strategies on thriving after retirement, emphasises the importance of letting go and moving forward, and offers insights into overcoming scaling challenges. Chip also reveals the art of simplifying life after 50, the transformative power of intense curiosity, and reflects on turning pain into purpose, showcasing why life gets better after 50. Through captivating stories and practical wisdom...
2024-07-101h 09ScaleX™ Insider PodcastChip Conley - Midlife crisis is bullsh*t: Reinvent yourself or die tryingIn today's episode of ScaleX Insider, we're honoured to welcome Chip Conley, a trailblazing hospitality entrepreneur, bestselling author, and business rebel. In this episode, Chip explains why a midlife crisis is bullsh*t and explores how defining limits define success in business. He shares strategies on thriving after retirement, emphasises the importance of letting go and moving forward, and offers insights into overcoming scaling challenges. Chip also reveals the art of simplifying life after 50, the transformative power of intense curiosity, and reflects on turning pain into purpose, showcasing why life gets better after 50. Through captivating stories and practical wisdom...
2024-07-101h 09
Changing WorkMr. Midlife's Masterclass: Reinventing Yourself in Your 40s, 50s, and 60s with Chip ConleyChip Conley, celebrated author and founder of the Modern Elder Academy, shares transformative insights on embracing midlife. With a focus on overturning the negative stereotypes associated with this life stage, Conley discusses how midlife can be a period of significant personal growth and reinvention. From overcoming crises through wisdom and curiosity to leveraging one's experiences as stepping stones to greater fulfillment, Conley provides compelling arguments and practical advice for making the midlife years vibrant and meaningful. This episode is not just a discussion; it's a call to reimagine what your middle years can be.Chapters:00:00:00 Embracing...
2024-06-0425 min
The Psychedelic PodcastChip Conley - Becoming Modern Elders: From Midlife 'Crisis' to 'Chrysalis'In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, host Paul F. Austin welcomes Chip Conley, founder of the Modern Elder Academy, to discuss reframing aging and building regenerative communities. Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-245-chip-conley/?ref=250 Chip delves into the importance of aging with gratitude in this conversation and shares his journey of creating a midlife wisdom school. Chip also highlights the value of intergenerational collaboration and its impact during his time at Airbnb. He explores how indigenous wisdom influences the academy's approach and discusses how psychedelics can aid...
2024-04-3057 min
London Writers' Salon#98: Chip Conley — Why Life Gets Better With Age, Creativity in Midlife, Role of Newsletters and Blogs, Creating Ideal Conditions for WritingNew York Times bestselling author Learning to Love Midlife on why life gets better with age, midlife as a chrysalis & awakening and how we can create the ideal condition for a Creative Life.*ABOUT CHIP CONLEYChip Conley is on a mission. After disrupting the hospitality industry twice, first as the founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality, the second-largest operator of boutique hotels in the world, and then as Airbnb’s Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy, leading a worldwide revolution in travel, Conley co-founded Modern Elder Academy, the first-ever ‘midlife wisdom school,’ in Jan...
2024-03-1056 min
Tango Alpha Lima PodcastModern Elder Academy founder Chip ConleyBRAVO ZULUHost Stacy Persall welcomes her two new co-hosts, Joe Worley and Adam Marr to their first episode, which the trio kicks off with celebration of three American Legion Posts who are making big differences in their local communities.GUESTSuccessful hospitality entrepreneur and bestselling author Chip Conley is on a quest to reframe our relationship with aging. He founded the Modern Elder Academy with a mission to foster intergenerational mentoring as a ‘modern elder.’ Conley talks about his experience as a 'modern elder' at AirBnB, how he embraces mid-life and how thes...
2024-03-051h 08
Keeping the Well in Well-thyBetter Midlife Transitions With Chip ConleyHave you, or any of your acquaintances, ever experienced what many would perceive as a midlife crisis? Whether it manifests as a bold change in hairstyle, a shift in career trajectory, or an unexpected yearning for relocation, we all encounter moments of breakthrough that have the potential to reshape the course of our lives.In this episode, join Barbara Archer and renowned author and speaker, Chip Conley, as they explore the transformative power of what many perceive as a midlife crisis. These are the moments that compel us to change our hairstyle, career path, or even seek...
2023-07-1353 min
The Dream Beyond with Nik TarascioTrusting Your Gut Instinct with Chip ConleyThe more you can get clear on your own personal form of fulfillment, the less likely you will compare yourself to others. And one of the ways to get really clear about what you want is by being vulnerable. These are some of the golden nuggets I got from Chip Conley during our conversation. Chip Conley is a New York Times bestselling author and two times disruptor of the hospitality industry. When he was only 26 years old, he founded Joie de Vivre, which turned out to be the second-largest boutique hotel brand in America. In 2013, he became H...
2023-01-2533 min
Revolutionize Your Retirement RadioThe Making of a Modern Elder with Dorian Mintzer and Chip ConleyEpisode Guest: Chip Conley, author, speaker, and entrepreneur, and founder of the Modern Elder AcademyEpisode Description: At age 52, after selling the company he founded and ran as CEO for 24 years, rebel boutique hotelier Chip Conley was looking at an open horizon in midlife. Then he received a call from the young founders of Airbnb, asking him to help grow their disruptive start-up into a global hospitality giant. He had the industry experience, but Conley was lacking in the digital fluency of his 20-something colleagues. He didn't write code, or have...
2022-03-221h 07
Hospitality Mavericks Podcast Show#100 Chip Conley, Founder of Modern Elder Academy, on People Wisdom and AlgorithmsIn celebration of the Hospitality Mavericks Podcast’s 100th episode, I’m excited to share with you today an interview I had with a true hero of mine – Chip Conley! He was Airbnb’s Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy for four years, and is currently their Strategic Advisor for Hospitality and Leadership. He also founded Joie de Vivre Hospitality, which created and managed over 50 boutique hotels. He is currently the Founder of Modern Elder Academy, a wisdom school dedicated to helping people navigate midlife. He’s also the author of five books and an international speaker.In this ca...
2021-04-011h 05
Colin Milner Rethinks Aging With …Regeneration Instead of Retirement with guest Chip Conley. Season 1, Episode 2.As Carl Jung said, the operating system for the first half of our adult life is our ego, but for the second half, it is our soul. In light of this, there is a need for more resources to use as we age that can help us regenerate instead of simply retire. Chip Conley has created one such resource called the Modern Elder Academy and he joins us on the show today to share about the work they do there and the philosophy behind it. At age 26, Chip began building Joie de Vivre, the second largest boutique hotel brand i...
2021-02-2337 min
Disrupt Everything — Decoding Human PotentialChip Conley: the Modern Sage - Disrupt Everything #149"The meaning of your life is to find your gift, and the purpose is to give it away" - Chip Conley. Podcast featuring a legendary interview with someone I've admired since I saw his TED.com talk about the meaning of life and the happiness index, Chip Conley. Interviewing Chip Conley, Silicon Valley legend, New York Times bestselling author and one of the greatest disruptors of the 21st Century. This a conversation about wisdom, intuition, emotional intelligence, disruption, leadership, creativity and more... Chip disrupted the hospitality industry twice, first with Joie de Vivre Hospitality and then as a...
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[B]OLD AGE With Debbie WeilChip Conley on the Future of Travel, the Journey Within, and Hitting Play After the PauseDebbie brings Chip back on the show to discuss the future of travel, what travel means for many of us, and what the substitutions might be.Chip is a New York Times bestselling author, a thought leader at the intersection of psychology and business, and an influential hospitality entrepreneur. Recently he has become a rockstar of the mid-life transition movement, as the founder of Modern Elder Academy in Baja, Mexico. Chip was a guest on Season 1 of this podcast over a year ago, right after Debbie attended one of MEA’s week-long programs, a transformative experience....
2020-07-3123 min
School for Good Living Podcasts89. Chip Conley – Modern Elder Academy Part 2Deemed “Most Innovative CEO” by the San Francisco Business Times, Chip Conley is an award-winning hospitality entrepreneur, business and psychology thought leader and New York Times best-selling author. Chip is the Strategic Advisor for Hospitality and Leadership for Airbnb, and formerly served as the company’s Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy. He is the founder of the Modern Elder Academy, as well as Joie de Vivre Hospitality, where he served as CEO for 24 years. Chip is on the Stanford Center for Longevity’s advisory board and has written five books, including Wisdom@Work, Emotional Equations, and PEAK.
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2020-04-2146 minSchool for Good Living Podcasts88. Chip Conley – Modern Elder Academy Part 1Chip Conley is an award-winning hospitality entrepreneur, business and psychology thought leader and New York Times best-selling author, deemed “Most Innovative CEO” by the San Francisco Business Times. Chip is the Strategic Advisor for Hospitality and Leadership for Airbnb, and formerly served as the company’s Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy. He is the founder of the Modern Elder Academy, as well as Joie de Vivre Hospitality, where he served as CEO for 24 years. Chip is on the Stanford Center for Longevity’s advisory board and has written five books, including Wisdom@Work, Emotional Equations, and PEAK.
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2020-04-2148 min
On WisdomThe Wisdom of a Modern Elder (with Chip Conley)Though there is a lot of talk about diversity in the workplace, “age diversity” is often overlooked. Might there even be an emerging mission-critical role for wise elders in the world’s most cutting-edge tech companies? Hospitality maverick and Airbnb Strategic Advisor Chip Conley joins Igor and Charles to discuss the U-Curve of happiness, the surprises and challenges of mentoring billionaire CEOs and State Governors, the potential of intergenerational housing, the emergence of a new generation of wisdom workers, and his new project to build the world’s first midlife wisdom school - The Modern Elder Academy. Igor seeks new solu...
2020-04-0753 min
5 Minute Success - The PodcastChip Conley's Hero's Journey: From Attaining to Attuning: A Call to Adventure - 5 Minute Success - The PodcastNew York Times bestselling author Chip Conley is the hospitality maverick who helped Airbnb's founders turn their fast-growing tech start-up into a global hospitality brand. In Wisdom@Work: The Making of a Modern Elder he shares his unexpected journey at midlife — from CEO to intern — learning about technology as Airbnb's Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy, while also mentoring CEO Brian Chesky. Chip is the founder of the Modern Elder Academy, where a new roadmap for midlife is offered at a beautiful oceanfront campus in Baja California Sur, Mexico. He serves on the board of Encore.org and the advi...
2020-03-0627 min
Belly of the Beast Life Stories & Beyond with David AllConfronting Suicide with Chip ConleyLet me introduce you to Chip Conley. In business, the term disruptor is reserved for those individuals that completely change the rules in an industry so that every other person in that industry has to follow suit. Chip has done that twice. The first was at Joie de Vivre Hospitality (JdV), which he grew to become the second largest independent boutique hospitality group in the country. And then at AirBNB as the chief hospitality officer where he helped guide the rocket ship and provide all of the expertise around hospitality so that the company could become what it is...
2020-02-1700 min
Built On PurposeChip Conley - Modern Elder Academy FounderToday's guest is Chip Conley, the founder of Modern Elder Academy.
Rebel hospitality entrepreneur and New York Times bestselling author, Chip Conley disrupted his favorite industry... twice. At age 26 he founded Joie de Vivre Hospitality (JdV), transforming an inner-city motel into the second largest boutique hotel brand in America. He sold JdV after running it as CEO for 24 years, and soon the young founders of Airbnb asked him to help transform their promising start-up into the world’s leading hospitality brand.
Chip served as Airbnb’s Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy for four y...
2019-03-1546 min
Beyond 8 Figures$10M+ Exit – Chip Conley, Joie de Vivre HospitalityIn this episode, Chip Conley shares his inspiring journey of starting a company from scratch and eventually exiting for $10 million. Discover how Chip transformed inner-city motels into the second-largest chain of boutique hotels and helped guide the Founders of AirBnB to create the world’s most valuable lodging brand.About Chip Conley:Rebel hospitality entrepreneur and New York Times bestselling author, Chip Conley disrupted his favorite industry… twice, first with Joie de Vivre Hospitality (JdV) where he transformed a small motel into one of America’s largest boutique hotel brands, and later as Airbnb’s Head of...
2018-12-1754 min