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BizBlendWhat Do You Do When Nothing Works Out in Your Business ? with Natalia OchodnickaWhen the wheels come off in business, the glossy founder quotes don’t save you. This BizBlend conversation cuts through the noise and gets real about what happens when revenue stalls, teams burn out, optimism fades, and your confidence takes a hit.
Host Sana sits down with Natalia Ochodnicka, a leader who scaled a team from 2 to 70 in just 14 months and built her career from scratch as an immigrant without a roadmap. She breaks down the uncomfortable truth of resilience. the acceptance phase most leaders avoid. why founders hit denial mode. and how strategic clarity follows emotional honesty.
2025-11-1534 minBizBlendHow Can Introverts Rise, Lead, and Get Promoted Without Pretending To Be Extroverts?With Ulrike SeminatiThis BizBlend conversation cuts through the corporate noise. We explore what it truly takes for introverted professionals to be recognized, valued, and promoted without forcing themselves into loud rooms or loud behavior. Sana and leadership coach Ulrike Seminati unpack real strategies for visibility that feel honest, aligned, and sustainable. This episode challenges the outdated idea that only extroverts win. It shows how introverts thrive through depth, precision, strategic presence, and authentic influence. Perfect for ambitious professionals who want to advance their careers without selling out their personality.
About the Guest:
Ulrike Seminati is an executive coach, communication l...
2025-11-1425 minBizBlendHow Do You Control the Narrative Without Losing Your Authenticity? with Lynn Aronberg
On this BizBlend episode, Sana sits down with powerhouse publicist Lynn Aronberg to unpack PR that actually moves the needle. We get tactical on building real media relationships. we get honest about crisis communications and cancel culture. we get practical on using AI as an ally without crossing ethical lines. Lynn breaks down why CEOs should face the press, not hide. how to craft talking points before a storm hits. and where “authentic” meets “newsworthy.” If you care about reputation capital and brand trust, this one’s a masterclass you can act on today.
About the guest:
Lynn Aronb...
2025-11-1229 min
Ple^sure PrinciplesIs Loneliness a Public Health Crisis—and How Do We Design Tech that Forces Real Connection? | Gabor Kadas
On Pleasure Principles (a Healthy Mind By Avik™ show), Avik gets tactical about the loneliness epidemic with Gabor Kadas, CEO of Friending, Inc. We unpack why “always online” still feels empty, the health toll of isolation, and what it takes to engineer an app that pushes people off their phones and into real life—10-message caps, 30-day “meet IRL” windows, ID verification (Persona), proximity check-ins, and tap-3 safety alerts. We also cover activity-based matching (“Are You In” cards), a 50-mile radius to prioritize repeat meetups, planned pricing, and a clever coffee+QR product that carries voice/video notes. If you’re serious a...
2025-11-1122 minBizBlendCan stillness and intuition 10x your leadership ROI?with Camilla Calberg
High performers love the grind. The problem. hustle narrows thinking and tanks decision quality. In this BizBlend episode, Sana pressure-tests a simple operating system for founders and execs. Strategic stillness plus trained intuition. Camilla Calberg unpacks how to pause on purpose, ask higher-quality questions, and make cleaner bets without burning the engine. We get into fear loops, “manufactured vs surrendered” success, and how to sense check choices in the body before you commit. If you’re scaling a team, selling change, or deciding your next move, this convo turns woo into workflow.
About the guest:
Camilla Calberg is a t...
2025-11-1044 minBizBlendCan You Systemize Chaos to Build—and Sell—a Valuable Business? — Vince Perri
Founders don’t fail for lack of SOPs—they fail because those SOPs live in a drawer. In this BizBlend episode, Vince Perri breaks down how to convert chaos into operating leverage, hold teams accountable to the process, and think like private equity so your company becomes an asset—not a life sentence. We cover leadership during crisis (hurricanes included), “short-memory” mental toughness from elite sport, valuation mindset over revenue vanity, and designing a business that can be sold—with or without the founder. If you’re scaling, exiting, or just trying to stop firefighting, this is your playbook.
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2025-11-0820 minBizBlendLiving Comfortably in Chaos: Resilience, Faith, and Startup Lessons from a Cyclone in Samoa with Ian Reilly
On this BizBlend episode, host Sana and engineer-turned-founder and author Ian Reilly unpack how to operate when life and business refuse to follow the plan. From surviving a three-day cyclone in Samoa with no power or water to steering an agri-tech startup through shocks like 9/11, the dot-com crash, the GFC, and COVID-19, Ian shows why uncertainty can be a competitive advantage. We dig into antifragile planning, anxiety vs. control, creative execution across art, engineering, and entrepreneurship, and why opportunity lives at the edges of chaos.
About the guest:
Ian Reilly is an engineer, entrepreneur, and artist. He h...
2025-11-0735 minBizBlendBridging Strategy and Culture: How Leaders Turn Theory Into Execution with Mike ChaputOn The BizBlend Podcast, host Sana and guest Mike Chaput unpack why “great on paper” strategies collapse in the real world—and how to fix it fast. Chaput traces his arc from buying a company at 24 and going bankrupt to building a $35M operation by aligning strategy with culture. Expect blunt talk on values that drive execution, Maslow’s hierarchy at work, “disagree and commit,” and why leaders must submit to the culture they set. Practical frameworks for startup founders and enterprise leaders who want measurable outcomes, not deck theater.
About the Guest:
Mike Chaput is a founder-CEO...
2025-11-0546 minBizBlendQuiet Ambition: Strategic Leadership Without the Noise — how to grow, get seen, and stay sane with Patrick Kamba
On this BizBlend episode, host Sana sits down with executive mentor and author Patrick Kamba to unpack “quiet ambition”—a practical approach to career growth that favors strategy over self-promotion. From high-stakes pharma and vaccine development to everyday meetings, Patrick shares how to be visible without being the loudest, build a personal board of advisors, avoid burnout, and define success on your terms. If you’re navigating corporate politics, performance pressure, or the push to “brand yourself,” this conversation offers grounded tools to lead calmly, communicate with impact, and progress faster—without losing yourself.
About the guest:
Patrick Kamba...
2025-11-0331 minPle^sure PrinciplesHow Couples Can Stop Fighting About Money: Financial Intimacy, Nervous System Triggers & Real-World Tools with Jennifer Edwards, CFP®
On Pleasure Principles, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Certified Financial Planner Jennifer Edwards to cut through myths about “money fights.” Jennifer explains why arguments are rarely about dollars and almost always about childhood narratives, nervous system activation, and mismatched values. You’ll learn a step-by-step way to start money conversations, recognize stress responses (fight/flight/freeze/fawn), and practice financial intimacy without pulling up a spreadsheet first.
About the Guest:
Jennifer Edwards, CFP® is the founder of Breakthrough Financial Wellness. She helps individuals and couples move from shame and stress to calm, values-aligned money decisions using her 7-La...
2025-11-0125 minBizBlendFrom 9-to-5 to Solopreneur: Risk-Aware Growth, Process-First Automation & Practical AI for Founders ft. Damien Schreurs
On this BizBlend Podcast episode, host Sana talks with Luxembourg-based tech strategist and trainer Damien Schreurs about leaving corporate life the smart way. We unpack a step-by-step transition plan (including a 70% part-time bridge and an 18-month cash runway), how to think process-first before tools, and where automation and AI genuinely save time for solo businesses. We also dig into lifestyle business vs. startup economics, revenue vs. profit, and how to scale without burning out. If you’re a founder or solopreneur who wants clarity, systems, and freedom—without “burn the boats” drama—this conversation is for you.
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2025-10-2731 minBizBlendLanding Senior Roles by Shaping Perception (Not Just Performance) — BizBlend with Sana ft. Keith Anderson
On BizBlend, host Sana and Keith Anderson (Career Alchemy Labs; ex-Google, Meta, DoorDash, Calibrate) dig into why promotions in tech are driven by perception, not fairness—and how to build executive presence without posturing. You’ll learn the difference between proof (performance) and positioning (perception), how to craft a distinct leadership message across LinkedIn, interviews, and stakeholder meetings, and ways non-self-promoters can communicate wins authentically. Practical, candid, and geared for senior ICs and managers targeting director/VP roles.
About the Guest:
Keith Anderson is the founder of Career Alchemy Labs. After leading teams at Google, Meta, DoorDash, and C...
2025-10-2527 minBizBlendSuccess, Discipline & Legacy: Redefining Purpose with Albert ButlerOn this episode of BizBlend Podcast, Yusuf sits down with Albert Butler—a CPA, partner in a national accounting firm, and author—to explore success, purpose, and legacy beyond numbers. Albert shares his philosophy that money is more than math; it’s meaning, a tool that reflects our choices, values, and growth. From discipline and ambition to mentoring the next generation, this conversation delves into how we can create lasting impact while staying grounded. Discover insights on generational mindset shifts, family-driven purpose, and building a legacy block by block. Perfect for entrepreneurs, professionals, and anyone seeking clarity on aligning career...
2025-10-2121 minBizBlendFrom Corporate Grind to Purpose-Driven Leadership: Lift, Light, Lead with Deborah Coviello
On BizBlend with host Sana, leadership advisor Deborah A. Coviello (The Drop In CEO) breaks down the real transition from corporate executive to entrepreneur—without glamorizing it. We cover redefining success beyond salary, building self-discipline outside corporate structures, protecting health as a core KPI, and Deb’s Lift • Light • Lead framework for scaling results by developing people. If you’re weighing stability against meaning—or you’ve left and need a blueprint for peace of mind—this conversation is a clear, practical reset.
About the Guest:
Deborah A. Coviello is a leadership advisor, speaker, and host of The Drop In CEO p...
2025-10-2027 minBizBlendIntegrity Under Pressure: FBI knocks, PR crises, and building a scalable franchise with clear values with Uri Geva
On BizBlend with host Sana, entrepreneur Uri Geva (Cookie Dough Bliss; former owner/operator of multiple sports teams) breaks down what integrity looks like in action—when the FBI shows up, when a partner’s scandal hits the news, and when a team’s morale needs rebuilding. We cover crisis playbooks, extreme ownership, selecting the right legal/operational advisors, mentorship as the only real shortcut, and how to protect IP, culture, and customers while scaling a franchise brand. Practical, no-fluff lessons for founders, operators, and leaders who have to make hard calls in public and keep their families anchored in pri...
2025-10-1833 minBizBlendLeadership That Builds People First: AI Agents, Small Language Models, and Preserving Black History with Stephanie Sylvestre
On BizBlend, host Sana digs into steady leadership in a fast-moving AI world with entrepreneur and technologist Stephanie Sylvestre. From defining “human in the loop” to using small language models layered over LLMs and digital twins to preserve Black legacy, Stephanie breaks down practical guardrails leaders can use now: curate data, set clear value systems, design for consent and context, and prioritize outcomes over optics. We also get blunt career advice for underrepresented youth—projects over certificates, networking over mass applications—and a simple, budget-friendly first step for small museums and community orgs to start responsibly with AI.
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2025-10-1732 min
Inner Peace, Better HealthSurviving vs Healing After Narcissistic Abuse | Annette ChesneyEscaping narcissistic abuse is only the beginning. In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Christian coach and recovery specialist Annette Chesney to explore the crucial difference between merely surviving and truly healing after narcissistic abuse. Annette shares why so many women remain “walking wounded” even years after leaving, and what it takes to reclaim emotional freedom, rebuild self-worth, and live fully again. From practical first steps like mapping the abuse spectrum, to the deeper work of heart healing and spiritual grounding, Annette’s wisdom provides hope, direction, and tools for lasting recovery.
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2025-10-1624 minBizBlendFrom Stage Craft to Startup: Building Accentify, Distribution that Works, and Rejection Tolerance with Elijah KhanActors compete on thin margins—craft, confidence, and consistency. In this BizBlend conversation with founder–actor Elijah Khan, we unpack the origin of Accentify (born from the grind of professional auditions), the metrics behind early traction (6,500+ users, 4,000 on the waitlist, 116 countries), and the unglamorous truths of distribution and founder psychology. Elijah details why Facebook Groups outperformed “expected” Gen-Z channels, how real-world partnerships with drama schools de-risk platform dependence, and why over-delegation/automation can stall growth. Practical, direct, and BS-free—this episode maps the path from surviving to shipping for creators and early-stage founders.
About the guest:
Elijah K...
2025-10-1527 minBizBlendMental Health, Discipline, and the Real Work of Building—Yusef “Mista Yu” Marshall
Founders don’t just build companies—they hold families, teams, and futures together. In this BizBlend conversation, Yusef “Mista Yu” Marshall—high-performance coach, ordained minister, and host of the They Call Me Mr. Yu podcast network—gets practical about mental health for entrepreneurs: embracing silence in a noisy world, setting standards with softness, and leading a blended family while scaling brands. Expect clear, usable tactics for burnout prevention, boundary language, journaling, and the three-R framework: Recognize, Release, Replenish. If you’re a solopreneur or founder balancing growth with well-being, this is your playbook.
About the guest:
Yusef “Mista Yu” Marsha...
2025-10-1227 minBizBlendFrom Showman to Speaker: Presence, Props, and Practical Rehearsal for Founders with Tom ElliottOn BizBlend, host Sana digs into the real skill behind magnetic talks: presence over persona. Comedy magician, corporate event host, and presentation coach Tom Elliott breaks down how founders can captivate without acting like someone else. We cover reading the room, opening with a gripping hook, using a single intriguing prop to sustain attention, and replacing memorization with internalization so your message lands—and lasts. If you pitch, lead, or teach, this episode gives you a direct path to clearer delivery, stronger audience connection, and talks people remember.
About the Guest:
Tom Elliott is a UK-based corporate ev...
2025-10-1225 minInner Peace, Better HealthCuriosity, Faith & Letting Go of Certainty for Deeper Peace | Dr. Stefani RuperIn this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Dr. Stefani Ruper—Oxford-trained philosopher, former Harvard researcher, and upcoming author of Intellectual Vulnerability. Dr. Ruper shares how letting go of certainty can transform our emotional and spiritual well-being, why curiosity is not a distraction but a doorway to growth, and how doubt can actually deepen faith rather than weaken it. This conversation challenges long-held beliefs and invites listeners to embrace intellectual vulnerability as a pathway to resilience, peace, and openness.
About the Guest
Dr. Stefani Ruper is an Oxford-trained philosopher, Harvard researcher, and in...
2025-10-1126 minBizBlendTurning a Mission into a Scalable, Profitable Brand (Without Losing Heart) — BizBlend ft. Nichole Daher
On this BizBlend episode, host Sana speaks with Nichole Daher—autism mom, healthcare professional, and founder of Success On The Spectrum—about turning a personal mission into an operational, profitable brand. We dig into why ABA therapy access matters, how Nichole scaled from one clinic to a national franchise without diluting quality, and the systems that keep a purpose-led business sustainable: selective franchising, biannual quality audits, and community outreach that isn’t a marketing gimmick. If you’re a founder weighing impact against income, this straight-talk playbook shows how to build responsibly, protect standards, and avoid burnout while serving real dem...
2025-10-1026 minBizBlendThe Unspoken Timeline of Business Growth: Legal Choices That Compound Into Leverage with Brandon V. Woodward, Esq.Founders don’t fail because of one big mistake — they stall from a thousand unmade decisions. In this BizBlend episode, host Sana digs into the hidden timeline of growth with business attorney and M&A expert Brandon V. Woodward, Esq. We break down the first 24 months (agreements, cash discipline, buyer-ready terms), the mid-game years 3–7 (hiring, debt control, contingencies), and the exit window (IP, contracts, clean books, profitability). If you’re building, use this as a practical checklist to protect downside, compound smart legal infrastructure, and set up an attractive exit.
About the guest:
Brandon V. Woodward, Esq. is a 26...
2025-10-1032 minBizBlendForging Mental Toughness: Iron Mind Principles for Founders with Kenny Stoddart
Entrepreneurship isn’t won in highlight reels—it’s forged in missed deals, rejection, burnout, and hard choices. On BizBlend, host Sana digs into “Iron Mind” principles with Kenny Stoddart—former globetrotting cybersecurity executive, Ironman athlete, and addiction & grief coach—on how to build real mental toughness without glamorizing hustle. We unpack why strength often looks like clear boundaries, smart work, and strategic surrender, and how founders can sustain performance through uncertainty, recovery, and reframing control. If you lead a team, pitch customers, or carry a quota, this is a direct playbook for resilience that actually lasts.
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2025-10-1026 minBizBlendStoic Leadership Under Pressure: Turning Ancient Philosophy into a Founder’s Operating System with William SpearsOn this BizBlend episode with host Sana, we cut through the noise and get practical about Stoicism for builders navigating volatility, burnout, and high-stakes decisions. William Spears—submarine executive officer turned Pentagon leader and author of Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy—shares how to separate posture from practice: perceive clearly, choose deliberately, act with integrity, and recover fast. We apply core Stoic tools to hiring, crisis communications, negotiations, and moral stress (layoffs, pricing, investor pressure). If you want a calmer mind and cleaner decisions without the “motivational wallpaper,” this conversation is a field manual for founders and operators.
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2025-10-1027 min
The Soul Mirror PodcastHealing Beyond the Hashtags: Debunking Spiritual Bypassing and Building Grounded Rituals for True Well-Being | Samantha KaneIn this episode of The Soul Mirror, host Avik dives into an often misunderstood topic—healing. Today, “healing” is frequently presented online as a vibe of candles, crystals, and inspirational quotes, but true transformation is far deeper. Guest Samantha Kane, a certified holistic life coach, unpacks the myth of spiritual bypassing—using love-and-light language to avoid real work—and reveals why authentic healing is messy, uncomfortable, but ultimately freeing. Together, they explore how to create grounded rituals, embrace imperfection, and move past the trap of “good vibes only” into lasting emotional freedom.
This episode will reset how you think abou...
2025-10-0932 minBizBlendPhilosophical Leadership at Work: Stoicism, Virtue Ethics, and Better Decisions in Business with Angelo D’AmicoOn BizBlend with host Sana, we cut past buzzwords to examine how philosophy becomes a practical operating system for leaders. Guest Angelo D’Amico, President & CEO of Canada Rubber Group, Inc., shares how ideas like Stoicism(control what you can), virtue ethics (reward integrity), and human-first culture drive consistent decisions under pressure—from pandemic pivots to everyday negotiations. We also unpack tech vs. values: where AI and automationhelp, and where they risk stripping out the human layer customers and teams actually trust. Direct, useful, and grounded—this episode shows how to think better so you can lead better across manufa...
2025-10-0828 minBizBlendAgile Beyond Tech: How Leaders Can Prevent Burnout and Build Resilient Teams with Sara Gallagher
In this episode of BizBlend, host Sana sits down with Sara Gallagher, President of The Persimmon Group and leadership coach, to uncover how Agile—often associated with software teams—can become a life-saving leadership mindset. Sara shares her real-world journey of leading through the 2020 pandemic, reframing chaos into clarity, and creating psychological safety for her team during unprecedented uncertainty.
This conversation goes beyond buzzwords—it’s about reimagining agility as a way to manage burnout, make smarter decisions, and sustain both performance and humanity at work. Whether you’re a founder, executive, or creative professional, you’ll walk away wi...
2025-10-0836 minBizBlendFrom Hustle to Conscious Leadership: How Entrepreneurship Becomes Self-Actualization with Rebecca WilsonOn BizBlend, we flip the script on “hustle.” Executive coach and mindfulness teacher Rebecca Wilson shares a practical framework for founders to move from survival mode to conscious leadership—quieting the noise, regulating the nervous system, and separating identity from the business so decisions come from presence, not panic. We cover micro-practices that create safety to slow down, why pausing gets mislabeled as “privilege,” and how reframing challenges as assignments turns entrepreneurship into a path of self-actualization.
About the Guest:
Rebecca Wilson is an award-winning executive coach, speaker, and mindfulness teacher. After high-pressure roles in consulting and healthcare...
2025-10-0426 minBizBlendThe Leadership Equation: Why EQ Alone Isn’t Enough for Modern Leaders with Tia WilliamsOn this episode of BizBlend, host Sana sits down with leadership strategist Tia Williams to explore a bold truth: emotional intelligence (EQ) alone no longer guarantees success in today’s high-pressure business world. While EQ has been hailed as the golden ticket for effective leadership, Tia argues that without systems, accountability, and relational intelligence (RI), leaders risk falling short. Drawing from her own experiences leading teams through acquisitions and transformations, Tia shares why leaders must balance empathy with accountability and why frameworks matter just as much as heart.
This conversation is a wake-up call for managers, executives, an...
2025-10-0424 min
The Mindful JourneyHealing Through Nature and Adventure with Ruth O’MearaIn this episode of The Mindful Journey Podcast, host Sana sits down with Ruth O’Meara, founder of Leafy Green Tours, to explore how nature, adventure, and mindful living can become powerful tools for healing. Ruth shares her journey from a decade in international sales to becoming a hiking guide and surf instructor, and how stepping outdoors can bring peace, perspective, and self-discovery. From Irish surf breaks to simple mindful walks in the city, this conversation reminds us that healing doesn’t always come from stillness—it often comes from movement, adventure, and connecting with the natural world.
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2025-10-0426 minThe Mindful JourneyFood as Medicine: Plant-Based Healing, Martial Arts & Resilience with DK KangOn this episode of The Mindful Journey with host Sana, we dive into the transformative power of food as medicine with author and martial artist DK Kang. From growing up on traditional Korean food to experimenting with nutrition during training, DK shares how food shifted from being just fuel to becoming a foundation for healing and resilience. When his wife was diagnosed with breast cancer, they turned to plant-based living—discovering how it boosted energy, improved recovery, and supported emotional strength during treatment.
We explore how diet, martial arts, breathwork, and gratitude weave together into a holistic wa...
2025-10-0322 minBizBlendFrom Funnel First Fallacy to Market Messiah: How Strategic Messaging Builds Premium Positioning with Ryan ClarkOn this episode of BizBlend, we cut through the noise of copy-paste funnels and shiny marketing tactics to uncover what really drives growth: messaging that makes you the obvious choice in your market. Host Sana sits down with Ryan Clark, a strategic messaging expert who has helped entrepreneurs and leaders shift from commodity pricing to premium positioning.
Ryan unpacks the “Funnel First Fallacy,” why most entrepreneurs waste up to 80% of their marketing budget, and how to build a Market Messiah Positioning that commands trust without hype. We also dive into Strategic Messaging Architecture—a proven framework to increa...
2025-10-0329 min
Healthy Mind, Healthy LifeFinding Discipline Through Dreams and Meditation: The Journey Behind The Bomb Quest | David MestemakerIn this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with David Mestemaker—a trial lawyer turned novelist—about the twenty-year journey behind his gripping spy thriller, The Bomb Quest. From a dream that sparked the story to the discipline of daily meditation that fueled its completion, David shares how resilience, imagination, and inner peace shaped his writing. Listeners will gain insight into the creative process, balancing passion with discipline, and the deeper human truths woven into a page-turning thriller.
This conversation is about more than writing a novel—it’s about staying true to a vision...
2025-10-0221 min
The Mindful LivingReleasing Disempowering Beliefs with Neuroscience-Based Coaching | Barbara PalmerIn this episode of The Mindful Living with host Sana, certified health and executive life coach Barbara Palmer joins us to explore how disempowering thoughts and limiting beliefs silently shape our identity, relationships, and success. Together, we dive into the roots of self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and the “I’m not enough” mindset—beliefs often formed before age seven. Barbara shares how the neuroscience-based MAP (Make Anything Possible) method helps clear these old patterns and opens space for growth, resilience, and authenticity. This conversation is a powerful reminder that mindful living isn’t about erasing the past, but learning to work with...
2025-10-0243 minBizBlendCutting Through Career Overload: How to Build Your Own Play Sheet for Success with Brian HurtakIn this episode of BizBlend, host Sana sits down with Brian Hurtak, Fortune 100 executive and bestselling author of The PlaySheet, to explore how professionals can rise above the noise of endless advice and information overload. Brian reveals how lessons from the sidelines of American football can help us distill complex knowledge into a simple, actionable framework—a personal “play sheet” for life and work.
This conversation goes beyond productivity hacks. It’s about reclaiming clarity, reducing overwhelm, and making confident decisions when the pressure is high. Whether you’re leading a team, growing a business, or juggling family res...
2025-10-0127 minHealthy Mind, Healthy LifeHealing Pain Without Pills: The Hidden Link Between Trauma and Chronic Pain with Dr. Evette RoseIn this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with Dr. Evette Rose, internationally renowned trauma expert and best-selling author of Solving Pain Without Pills. The discussion challenges common assumptions about chronic pain, showing how unresolved emotions, learned pain responses, and suppressed anger can keep pain cycles active even after the original injury has healed. You’ll hear practical ways to build safety in the nervous system, reframe anger, and reconnect with the body so real healing can begin.
About the Guest :
Dr. Evette Rose is a trauma expert, international speaker, and best...
2025-10-0131 minThe Mindful LivingThe Power of Sisterhood in Healing Burnout with Valerie PedigoIn this episode of The Mindful Living with host Sana, we explore why healing is not meant to be done alone. My guest, Valerie Pedigo, founder of Renewed Spirit Adventures, shares her personal journey through burnout, illness, and rediscovery—and why community became her lifeline. We discuss the hidden costs of high-achieving culture, the stigma around self-care, and how sisterhood circles create safety, belonging, and transformation. From science-backed insights on co-regulation to deeply personal stories of women reclaiming joy, this conversation challenges the narrative of silent sacrifice and shows why collective healing is the future of wellness.
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2025-10-0135 minBizBlendOutside the Matrix: Entrepreneurship by Design, Purpose & Mindfulness with Caleb Matthews
Entrepreneurship isn’t just numbers and hustle. In this BizBlend conversation, Sana and guest Caleb Matthews examine the “DNA of Design”—a spirit–mind–body lens for building a business that aligns with purpose without ignoring reality. We unpack skepticism vs. spirituality in leadership, how childhood imprints shape risk-taking, and why curiosity and debate sharpen strategy. If you’re scaling a company but feel off-center, this episode offers a grounded framework to reconnect mission with execution and make clearer decisions in the noise.
About the Guest:
Caleb Matthews is a motivational speaker and founder of The SeeLink brand, blendin...
2025-10-0132 minInner Peace, Better HealthHealing, Mindset, Growth & Reinvention with Becca Eve YoungIn this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya welcomes Becca Eve Young—author, soulful storyteller, and guide for those navigating life’s messy in-between stages. Becca opens up about ditching society’s “shoulds,” embracing vulnerability, and trusting the uncertainty that comes with growth and reinvention. With her upcoming book It’s Gonna Get Messy, she invites us to see healing not as a polished path, but as a raw, non-linear journey of becoming.
From losing a job and a marriage to navigating grief and solitude during the pandemic, Becca shares how she transformed chaos into compost for...
2025-09-3023 minBizBlendFighter Pilot Precision for Business Growth — Debrief, Mission, and Recovery with Anthony “A.B.” Bourke
What can CEOs learn from F-16 fighter pilots? In this BizBlend episode, host Sana and Major Anthony “A.B.” Bourke break down tactical aviation habits you can deploy at work today: briefing/debriefing to accelerate learning, aligning teams to a clear mission, building feedback loops that surface truth without blame, and protecting performance with deliberate recovery. A.B. shares how these practices helped him jump from the cockpit to top-producing mortgage banker and later scale a retail channel to $70M. If you lead a startup or a scaling team, this conversation offers direct, transferable systems—not hype—for execution, resilien...
2025-09-2930 minBizBlendClear Words, Faster Teams: Dyslexia-Inspired Messaging for Founders and Managers with Russell Van BrocklenOn this episode of BizBlend Podcast, host Sana explores how word-first thinking can eliminate revision churn, sharpen positioning, and speed up shipping. Russell Van Brocklen—“The Dyslexia Professor”—breaks down a practical workflow blending Overcoming Dyslexia-informed neuroscience with The Craft of Research (context → problem → solution), plus smart AI assistance. We cover defining the hero, villain, and universal theme; extracting action and “most important” words; and turning source quotes into crisp, testable messages for LinkedIn posts, ads, and stakeholder docs. If your team debates language more than outcomes, this episode offers a direct framework to get aligned and move.
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2025-09-2730 minBizBlendInnovation Without the Hype: Pattern-Spotting, Mindset, and What Actually Moves the Needle with Ryan W. McClellanInnovation isn’t a headline—it’s a discipline. In this BizBlend episode, host Sana and guest Ryan W. McClellan cut through the noise to define how leaders actually stay ahead of trends without chasing every fad. From pattern recognition and internal idea flow to building simple prototypes and stress-testing assumptions with customers, Ryan lays out a practical playbook. We also unpack mindset—how to reduce FOMO, think longer-term in 12–24 month horizons, and keep teams curious, collaborative, and grounded. If you want less hype and more signal on AI, marketing shifts, and culture that ships, this is your blueprint.
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2025-09-2642 minBizBlendUnfiltered Curiosity at Work: How Bold Questions Fuel Innovation, Teams, and Leadership with Joe LalleyOn BizBlend with host Sana, writer–speaker–facilitator Joe Lalley breaks down how unfiltered curiosity unlocks better products, stronger teams, and clearer decisions. Drawing on engagements that include redesigning airline experiences with peers at Google and Cisco—and work with brands like Meta, Pfizer, and JetBlue—Joe shows why organizations stall when questions are filtered, and how to build cultures where inquiry drives momentum. We cover the “why” drill that flips compliance into care, workshop time vs. meeting cadence, improv principles for leaders, the marathon–business metaphor, and Joe’s upcoming book, “Question to Learn.” Practical, direct, and built for founders, operat...
2025-09-2624 minBizBlendAligning People and Processes for Sustainable Business Growth with Harrison TashIn this episode of BizBlend Podcast, host Sana sits down with Harrison Tash, founder of Living Water Consulting and author of Exit Without Leaving. Together, they explore how leaders can align people and processes to achieve sustainable growth—without burning out or becoming the company’s bottleneck. Harrison unpacks his 8 to Great framework, showing why healthy leaders, clear vision, and measurable core promises are the foundation of scalable success. From spotting red flags in leadership to creating systems that eliminate chaos, this conversation offers practical insights every entrepreneur needs to hear.
About the Guest:
Harrison Tash is a bu...
2025-09-2537 minBizBlendCash Flow Forecasting for Resilient Businesses with Blaine BertschIn this episode of BizBlend Podcast, host Sana sits down with Blaine Bertsch, seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of Dryrun, a financial forecasting platform. Blaine shares how surviving the 2008 recession reshaped his perspective on cash flow forecasting and why clarity around numbers is the lifeline of every business. From avoiding the “pipeline built on dreams” trap to preparing for both downturns and rapid growth, this conversation explores the tools and mindset entrepreneurs need to navigate uncertain times. Whether you’re a startup founder, SME leader, or seasoned executive, this episode delivers actionable insights on building financial resilience, leveraging feedback, and using...
2025-09-2435 minBizBlendOrchestrating Connection: Building Trust, Purpose, and Impact in Business with David HomanOn this episode of BizBlend Podcast with host Sana, we explore how connection is more than networking—it’s about trust, generosity, and building systems that create impact. Guest David Homan—a super connector, philanthropist, composer, and author of the USA Today bestselling book Orchestrating Connection—shares his journey from a humble upbringing to leading global communities of changemakers across 35 countries. He opens up about turning moments of doubt into strength, honoring the chain of connection, and why authenticity and strategy are not opposites but powerful partners. This conversation is about more than business—it’s about designing a life where b...
2025-09-2323 minThe Mindful JourneyWhy Calorie Counting Isn’t the Answer: Rethinking Food, Health & Freedom with Julie RuelleOn this episode of The Mindful Journey Podcast, host Sana sits down with nutrition strategist Julie Ruelle to explore why calorie counting may be doing more harm than good. For decades, we’ve been told to track every bite — but has it really made us healthier? Julie draws on 20+ years of experience in nutrition, corporate wellness, and health tech to unpack the flaws in calorie obsession and guide us toward what really matters: food quality, nourishment, and mindful choices. Together, they explore practical steps to build a healthier relationship with food, the role of technology in nutrition, and how fami...
2025-09-2325 minBizBlendNeurologically Informed Chiropractic for Entrepreneurs: Brain-Body Performance, Burnout & Better Decisions with Dr. Brian Donovan
On BizBlend, host Sana digs into neurologically informed chiropractic care with Dr. Brian Donovan, founder of NeuroChiropractic in Brooklyn. We go beyond “back cracks” to explore brain–body communication, why tight muscles can be a neurological signal (not a stretching problem), and how entrepreneurs can protect focus, decision-making, and long-term performance. Dr. Donovan explains diagnostics (pupil response, posture, nerve function), his high-frequency/short-duration care model, and practical habits that prevent burnout and keep founders operating at 100%. This is a direct, evidence-minded look at resilience for people who lead, ship, and grow.
About the guest:
Dr. Brian Donovan is a B...
2025-09-2323 minBizBlendMindset Meets the Bottom Line: Mental Health, Leadership, and Brand Clarity for Founders with Kenneth WycheOn this BizBlend episode, we cut through the fluff and get practical about the link between mindset and business results. Award-winning author Kenneth Wyche (Get Your Mind Right) and founder of Life With Ken lays out how leaders can frame decisions, align teams, avoid burnout, and separate the self from the brand without slipping into toxic positivity. We cover actionable mental models for meetings, communication, and daily execution—so your psychology translates into profit, not pressure.
About the Guest:
Kenneth Wyche is a psychology-trained author and founder of Life With Ken, a confidence-focused lifestyle brand. With a mas...
2025-09-2231 minBizBlendFrom 495 No’s to Zappos: Cold Calling, Grit, and Smarter Merch Ops with Ethan DowieOn this BizBlend episode, host Sana digs into the real story behind “call 496.” After 495 rejections, entrepreneur Ethan Dowie landed Zappos as Indigo Promotions’ first major client—then parlayed that momentum into work with brands like MGM Resorts, Bloomberg, and MAC Cosmetics. We unpack what it actually takes to keep dialing, how to turn frustration with late shipments and bland swag into a tighter operations stack, and where persistence can tip into stubbornness. Clean, direct talk on B2B sales, cold calling, branded merchandise logistics, multi-item dropship complexity, and founder readiness when big names say yes. If you’re building pipeline...
2025-09-2123 minThe Mindful LivingBreaking the Good Time Paradox: Why Joy Doesn’t Need Struggle with Christian W SchnepfIn this episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana sits down with Christian W Schnepf to challenge one of life’s most ingrained beliefs—that we must suffer before we can truly deserve joy. Christian, founder of the GoodTime App and creator of the Good Time Ratio, reveals why our culture’s obsession with sacrifice and delayed gratification is outdated, and how fulfillment can come from living in flow rather than waiting for weekends, holidays, or retirement.
From redefining productivity to quantifying joy, this conversation explores how to unlearn the “good requires bad” mindset and build systems that susta...
2025-09-2141 minBizBlendBurnout Is a System Failure: Reset Your Nervous System, Set Boundaries, Lead Sustainably with Dr. Lizette WarnerOn BizBlend with host Sana, Dr. Lizette Warner reframes burnout as a system failure, not a personal flaw. She contrasts “burning out” (being brilliant for too long) with “rusting out” (not challenged enough), then shows leaders how to diagnose stress, regulate their nervous system, and build boundaries that make success sustainable. From breathwork, humming, and micro-movement to using wearables intentionally (not as gadgets but as ongoing inputs), Lizette explains how she healed chronic stress and lost 57 pounds over three years—slowly and sustainably—by leading her health instead of chasing it. If you’ve ever wondered whether you can achieve withou...
2025-09-1936 minInner Peace, Better HealthNervous System Mastery for Men Under Pressure with Travis MurrayIn this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Travis Murray, host of Man in Progress: Forging Manhood. Together, they explore why men often bottle up stress and how nervous system mastery can change not only personal well-being but also family and workplace dynamics. Travis shares his turning point as a father, practical breathing tools, and how presence—not perfection—shapes leadership and trust. This episode offers grounded insights for men navigating pressure, family responsibilities, and leadership challenges in today’s fast-paced world.
About the Guest:
Travis Murray is the host of Man in Pro...
2025-09-1918 minBizBlendMindset Intelligence, Digital Well-Being, and the Real Cost of “Multitasking” with Ana Smith
On this BizBlend episode, host Sana cuts through the noise to unpack Mindset Intelligence—the missing link between potential and performance. Former Fortune 100 leader-turned-coach Ana Smith breaks down how beliefs drive thoughts, emotions, actions, and results; why “multitasking” is just task-switching; and how leaders can design systems that protect attention, energy, and outcomes. We get practical about deep work blocks (90/15), burnout prevention, and building humane workflows for founders who are also caregivers. If you want sharper execution without feeding the hustle machine, this conversation is a blueprint. Guest: Ana Smith.
About the guest:
Ana Smith is an execut...
2025-09-1933 minBizBlendBoldness vs. “Prettier Cages”: How Visionary Women Lead, Pivot, and Build Aligned Businesses with Dr. Onaysia Martinez
On this BizBlend episode, host Sana sits down with boldness coach Dr. Onaysia Martinez to unpack what it really takes to believe in a vision before the staircase appears. From being the first Latina doctor in her class to shutting down a profitable clinic, Dr. Martinez breaks down “aligned boldness” versus recklessness, her BOLD Method (Break, Own, Lean, Dominate), and why success without alignment becomes a prettier cage. This direct, no-fluff conversation gives founders and professionals practical steps to act on their inner voice, navigate pivots, and build businesses that fit—without waiting for permission. Perfect for YouTube, Facebook, Instag...
2025-09-1731 minBizBlendHunter vs. Farmer: Building Long-Term Wins in a Short-Term World with Saji MadapatOn this BizBlend episode with host Sana, strategist and storyteller Saji Madapat breaks down the hunter vs. farmer mindset and why founders, leaders, and professionals stuck in hustle culture keep chasing the “next kill” instead of tending the “soil” that compounds value over years. Drawing from Fortune 10 boardrooms, global geopolitics, and culture, Saji offers a direct, practical lens for sustainable growth, resilient companies, and steady careers—especially in volatile markets and AI-driven change. If you’re tired of sprinting for quarterly wins and want to build durable advantage, this conversation shows how to slow down strategically, invest in foundations, and play the...
2025-09-1733 minThe Mindful JourneyHealing the Inner Child: Calming, Reparenting & Finding Wholeness with Vandana Atara Noorah
In this episode of The Mindful Journey, host Sana sits down with Vandana Atara Noorah—spiritual mentor, healer, and host of the Adult Child in Recovery Podcast. Together they explore what it truly means to reparent the inner child, how unresolved childhood stress resurfaces in adulthood, and why forgiveness, compassion, and community are essential for healing. Vandana shares her own story of growing up in a toxic environment and how she transformed pain into purpose by creating safe spaces for others. This conversation reminds us that healing isn’t about erasing the past—it’s about becoming the nurturing parent w...
2025-09-1639 minBizBlendThe Hospitality Mindset at Work: Presence, Care, and Real Connections Across Industries with Carlee Wolfe
On this BizBlend Podcast episode, host Sana and guest Carlee Wolfe unpack the hospitality mindset—a practical approach to customer experience and team culture rooted in presence, curiosity, and generosity. Drawing from roles across hospitality, retail, sport, and education, Carlee shows how “being seen, cared for, and supported” translates into better CX, loyalty, and performance without slowing execution. They explore avoiding performative networking, designing touchpoints that feel personal (online and in-person), and protecting employees from burnout with simple, human behaviors that compound. This is a direct playbook for leaders, founders, and client-facing pros who want results and relationships.
About t...
2025-09-1525 minBizBlendBeyond the Science: How Training & Teamwork Drive Real Environmental Change with Andy EllsmoreOn this BizBlend Podcast episode, we strip sustainability down to what actually moves the needle: people, habits, and culture. Environmental consultant Andy Ellsmore explains how practical training, on-site decision-making, and leadership alignment turn regulations into results—especially in stormwater compliance across construction and industrial sites. We dig into California’s regulatory landscape, why sediment control matters, and how championing small behaviors (like end-of-shift cleanup) protects clean water and accelerates corporate culture change. If you lead teams or manage operations, this is a tactical playbook for building an environmentally responsible organization that performs under pressure.
About the Guest:
Andy...
2025-09-1427 minThe Soul Mirror PodcastThe Power of Digital Detox: Reclaiming Time, Energy & Focus with Colin CorbyIn this episode of The Soul Mirror, host Shreya speaks with Colin Corby—CEO of Technology Wellbeing Ltd, endurance athlete, and creator of The Digital Detox Coach. With decades in the tech industry and the grit of a triathlete, Colin explores how our constant digital connection is silently draining resilience, productivity, and presence. He explains why digital detox is no longer a luxury but an essential reset for modern life. From personal stories of overcoming stress through fitness to actionable strategies for leaders, Colin shares how to reframe detox as empowerment—not sacrifice—and build the mindset of a “business...
2025-09-1320 minBizBlendThe Science of Ethical Persuasion: How Decisions Really Get Made with Patrick van der BurghtIn this episode of the BizBlend Podcast, host Sana sits down with persuasion expert Patrick van der Burght, a Cialdini Institute–licensed trainer and one of the first certified coaches in ethical persuasion. Together, they explore the seven universal principles of persuasion—reciprocity, liking, unity, social proof, authority, consistency, and scarcity—and why they work across cultures and industries. Patrick also introduces the principle of contrast, a powerful amplifier that can transform how people perceive choices.
Through real-world stories, from scuba shops to McDonald’s, Patrick reveals why persuasion is not manipulation when done ethically. Listeners will discover...
2025-09-131h 00BizBlendValue-Centric Leadership: Moving Beyond Psychology in the Workplace with Barry WolfeOn this episode of BizBlend with host Sana, we explore a bold and disruptive idea: what if traditional psychology, personality tests, and engagement surveys aren’t helping employees deliver real value at work? Guest Barry Wolfe, with 35 years in senior HR roles and as a business owner, shares why much of what organizations spend billions on may be built on shaky ground. Instead, he introduces value-centric leadership—a practical framework that shifts focus from abstract traits to tangible contributions.
This conversation challenges leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals to question long-held assumptions, strip away surface-level fixes, and rethink what true...
2025-09-1243 minHealthy Mind, Healthy LifeBalancing Mental Health and Political Awareness in an Age of Outrage | Alison SherIn this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with journalist and author Alison Sher to explore how we can stay politically informed without sacrificing our mental health. Drawing from her book The Social Contagion: Viral Ideologies and the Culture War for America’s Future, Alison unpacks the tension between outrage culture, biased news cycles, and our civic duty to stay engaged.
The conversation dives into practical strategies for consuming news without burnout, how to navigate polarized narratives, and why curiosity and compassion are essential for respectful dialogue in today’s divided world. If y...
2025-09-1126 minBizBlendPassion Is Your Superpower—Until It Isn’t: How Founders Balance Fire with Focus with Richard LevyOn this BizBlend episode, host Sana digs into the paradox every founder faces: passion fuels vision, teams, and momentum—yet it can also cloud judgment, block feedback, and slow growth. With guest Richard Levy—an MBA-qualified marketing leader who has built and scaled brands globally at companies including GE, MoneyGram, and OFX—we unpack how to keep your heart in the work while installing the discipline, processes, and customer truth that actually scale. Expect practical tactics: building a “critical board,” asking one question that changes the quality of feedback, and protecting your health so your business doesn’t cost you your lif...
2025-09-1127 minBizBlendFinding & Validating the Right Business Idea: From 9-Figure Legacy to Founder Clarity with Jason VanDevere
Leaving a secure family enterprise isn’t a romantic leap—it’s a deliberate choice. In this BizBlend episode, Jason VanDevere breaks down how he walked away from a 9-figure family dealership to build Goal Crazy, sell $1M+ in physical planners in a digital world, grow a real-estate portfolio, and write Dream Driven. We go straight into practical ideation, market validation, pre-selling, running brutal but useful focus groups, and why mentors shorten the path. If you’re stuck between “safe” and “start,” this conversation frames your business as the means—not the end—to the life you actually want. Guest: Jason VanDeve...
2025-09-1021 minBizBlendPractical Business Improvement Without the Jargon (Toyota Lessons, Bottlenecks, and Culture-in-Action) with Damien LaceyBusiness improvement isn’t a slide deck—it’s what happens on the floor, in the inbox, and between teams. In this BizBlend episode, host Sana speaks with Damien Lacey, founder of OE Partners (Melbourne) and co-owner of a steel-shed manufacturing company, to unpack how small, focused changes beat “boil-the-ocean” transformations. Drawing on his three years at Toyota Japan, Damien explains how to spot real bottlenecks, separate signal from noise, and build culture by solving problems—not by posters on the wall. Clear, direct, and usable for founders, operators, and HR leaders who want measurable results. SEO: business improvement, lean managem...
2025-09-1023 minBizBlendPsychedelic Leadership: How Inner Work Transforms Profit, Teams, and Strategy with The Journeymen Collective (Rob & Gary)On this BizBlend episode, host Sana cuts through hype to examine a serious business question: can guided psychedelic journeys drive measurable leadership change? Rob & Gary from The Journeymen Collective explain their four-month, high-touch model—screening, luxury in-person facilitation, and three months of integration—to help founders and executives shift patterns, increase clarity, reduce anxiety, and lead with “fierce love.” We discuss outcomes leaders report after returning to work, how to separate pop-culture trends from professional, ethical practice, and why post-pandemic leaders are seeking community, connection, and inner alignment to improve culture and performance. This is a direct conversation about responsi...
2025-09-1019 minBizBlendThriving Beyond Titles: Trauma-Informed Leadership, Inner Alignment, and the SYNC Method with John Taylor McEntireOn BizBlend, host Sana talks with leadership strategist and international speaker John Taylor McEntire about trading performative success for embodied purpose. John unpacks how unhealed childhood patterns (perfectionism, people-pleasing) show up in executive roles, why vulnerability strengthens authority, and how his SYNC Method—Synchronize Yourself Naturally within your Community—helps leaders move from VP to SVP/EVP with clarity across borders, cultures, and time zones. We cover language and culture alignment, building real buy-in, and leading people—not robots—in an AI-driven market. If you’re scaling teams and want grounded performance without burnout, this is your blueprint.
About the...
2025-09-0928 minBizBlendEmpathy That Drives Profit: How EQ Cuts Attrition, Boosts Innovation, and Strengthens Communication with Melissa Robinson-WinemillerOn this BizBlend episode, we dismantle the “empathy is soft” myth and get practical. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller—author, TEDx speaker, and host of The Empathic Leader—breaks down how empathy (especially cognitive empathy) improves productivity, reduces costly turnover, and accelerates innovation. We unpack real numbers leaders care about, why culture always cascades from the top, and where AI falls short on true human connection. If you lead teams—or want to—this is a clear, data-savvy playbook for building an empathic culture that delivers results.
About the guest
Melissa Robinson-Winemiller is a former pro musician and university professor turned empat...
2025-09-0825 minBizBlendSync Before You Speak: Applied Neuroscience for Influence, Interviews & Leadership with Joshua BernsteinOn BizBlend, host Sana explores how applied neuroscience turns invisible moments of connection into measurable business impact. Guest Joshua Bernstein breaks down synchrony—the brain-and-body alignment behind trust, influence, and faster agreements—and shows how to use it in interviews, leadership, sales, and coaching. You’ll learn simple, ethical techniques to relax into alpha/theta states, match language preferences (his SHIFT Code: see/hear/feel/think), and use subtle body cues to build credibility without scripts. Practical, direct, and immediately usable for YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn audiences focused on career growth, communication, and high-performance leadership.
About the Guest
Josh...
2025-09-0835 minBizBlendBuilding a Trusted Cosmetic Clinic Brand at Scale: Evidence, Franchising, and Customer Trust with Dr. Vivek Eranki
On this BizBlend episode, host Sana digs into how Cosmetique scaled from a single clinic to a national network while staying medically rigorous and customer-focused. We unpack the operating system behind rapid growth clinical governance, evidence-based treatments, franchise design for clinicians, and a go-slow-to-grow-right strategy. Expect direct talk on unit economics, talent selection, standardization vs. local trust, and why avoiding fads in Botox and fillers can be a competitive advantage. If you’re an entrepreneur, clinician, or operator eyeing franchising, this is a clear playbook for sustainable expansion and brand safety—built for YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn discovery.
A...
2025-09-0626 min
Cosmic ConfluencePast Life Regression, Spirit World Journeys, and Ancestral Healing with Craig MeriwetherIn this episode of Cosmic Confluence, host Sana sits down with Craig Meriwether, certified clinical hypnotherapist, medical hypnosis specialist, and author of Past Lives Guidebook. Together, they explore past life regression, spirit world journeys, and ancestral healing—how these practices can help uncover hidden wounds, release generational trauma, and reconnect with soul purpose. Craig shares stories from his work at Sacred Mystery Hypnotherapy and his own experiences of addressing ancestral patterns. This conversation asks the harder questions about what’s real, what’s symbolic, and how to use these insights for present-day healing and empowerment.
About the Guest:
Crai...
2025-09-0639 minBizBlendNeuroscience of Leadership Under Uncertainty: Clarity, Trust, and the Top 10 Workplace Threats with Dr. Sherry Yellin
In this BizBlend episode, host Sana speaks with Dr. Sherry Yellin about the neuroscience behind leading in uncertainty—and why clarity is a leader’s first responsibility. From the prefrontal cortex getting “hijacked” by threat to FOBU (fear of being uncertain/uncomfortable), Dr. Yellin explains how ambiguity, low agency, and perceived negative outcomes derail collaboration, creativity, and innovation. She outlines practical ways leaders can normalize discomfort, surface unknowns, and rebuild high-trust cultures that people won’t want to leave. You’ll learn the most common brain-based workplace threats—social rejection, favoritism, and loss of purpose—and how to turn confusion into m...
2025-09-0432 minThe Mindful LivingChildren’s Mental Health: Teaching Resilience Through Feelings with Richard TierneyIn this episode of The Mindful Living Podcast with host Sana, Richard Tierney sheds light on the vital but often overlooked connection between childhood experiences and lifelong mental health. The discussion explores why children’s natural feelings—fear, anger, anxiety, sadness—are not disorders, but instincts to be trusted and understood. Richard shares simple, practical exercises that parents, teachers, and caregivers can use to guide children in handling emotions through fight, flight, freeze, and acceptance responses. The conversation emphasizes nurturing environments, spiritual grounding, and teaching children to see emotions as part of healthy growth rather than labeling them as lifelo...
2025-09-0448 minBizBlendArchitects of Change: Thriving in a Business as Unusual World with Rick YvanovichIn this episode of BizBlend Podcast, host Sana sits down with Rick Yvanovich—serial entrepreneur, author of Business as Unusual, and seasoned coach—to explore what it truly means to become an architect of change in today’s unpredictable world.
From global disruptions like the pandemic to the rise of AI, Rick explains why waiting for “normal” to return is a losing strategy. Instead, leaders and entrepreneurs must design pathways through uncertainty with resilience, agility, and intention. Using his “castle” framework, Rick shares how to lay one purposeful brick at a time, balancing the eight aspects of life and busin...
2025-09-0341 minBizBlendLeadership After Service—Discipline, Empathy, and Building Community with Rich BrownOn this BizBlend episode, host Sana sits down with U.S. Marine Corps veteran and entrepreneur Rich Brown to unpack what leadership actually looks like after service—on the gym floor, inside a protection firm, and in the community. We cover firing clients on values, preventing burnout and injury while training, and why purpose-driven events like Guidon 22 (a 22-mile ruck with 22 lbs on November 22 in Fredericksburg, VA) matter for veteran suicide prevention. If you lead teams, run a business, or are rebuilding after hardship, this is a direct, practical conversation on standards, accountability, and service that scales.
Abo...
2025-09-0225 minBizBlendThe Psychology of Financial Success: Money Mindset, Purpose & Guilt-Free Spending with Jake Falcon, CRPC
Money decisions are never just math. In this BizBlend episode, host Sana digs into the psychology behind financial success with Jake Falcon, CRPC—Founder & CEO of Falcon Wealth Advisors and author of Retiring Right: Smart Steps for Exiting Corporate America. We unpack how childhood “money stories” shape adult behavior, why purpose is the real driver of a satisfying retirement (early or otherwise), and how to build momentum when you feel financially stuck. Jake breaks down a practical, values-first system for “guilt-free spending,” explains why speculation is optional (and often unnecessary), and outlines small steps to improve literacy, reduce inertia, and align...
2025-09-0127 minBizBlendFrom Zero to One (and Back): Startup Lessons, VC Reality, and Why Story Beats Playbooks with Andrew Ackerman
On this BizBlend episode, host Sana digs into the real founder journey with Andrew Ackerman—two-time startup operator, investor in 70+ companies, accelerator leader, and author of The Entrepreneur’s Odyssey, a business novel that teaches through story rather than checklists. We unpack the pressure cooker of VC-backable startups, why solo founding is a red flag, how to “sell” your first co-founder, and the mindset shifts that separate resilient founders from the rest. If you’re weighing the leap from cubicle to company—or scaling under investor timelines—this conversation gets past the headlines and into the human reality.
About the gues...
2025-08-3128 minCosmic ConfluenceAge of Aquarius: Navigating Change, Healing, and Collective Awakening with Kate HeartsongIn this episode of Cosmic Confluence with host Sana, we explore the Age of Aquarius and what this evolutionary leap means for humanity. Guest Kate Heartsong, confidence coach, author, and speaker, shares insights on moving from fear into empowerment, navigating rapid global changes, and the importance of self-healing in creating a new Earth. Together, we unpack the collapse of old systems, the rise of intuition, and how collective consciousness shapes our future. This conversation blends spirituality, mindfulness, and practical wisdom to help listeners embrace transformation in uncertain times.
About the Guest
Kate Heartsong is a confidence and...
2025-08-3030 minBizBlendHow to End Boring Communication: The Power of Storytelling with Ivan Wanis RuizIn this episode of BizBlend with host Sana, we explore how storytelling can transform communication from forgettable to unforgettable. Guest Ivan Wanis Ruiz, founder of Public Speaking Lab, shares his journey from repeated career failures in finance, sales, and accounting to discovering his true superpower: making stories stick. From working as a background extra in movies to speaking in boardrooms, FIFA stadiums, and Olympic stages, Ivan has seen firsthand that what makes communication memorable isn’t facts or slides—it’s the problems, struggles, and human stories behind them.
If you’ve ever wondered why your presentations fall fla...
2025-08-2926 minBizBlendStaying Authentic in Business While Keeping Clients First | BizBlend with Diana DamanIn this BizBlend episode, host Sana sits down with Diana Daman, certified laser hair removal specialist and founder of Laser by Diana, to discuss what authenticity really looks like for women entrepreneurs. In a business world driven by fast-scaling strategies, Diana shares why staying client-focused and results-driven has been her strongest business strategy. From navigating client expectations to balancing personal and professional boundaries, this conversation explores how authenticity builds trust, sustains growth, and empowers women to lead businesses on their own terms.
Whether you’re a founder, freelancer, or business leader, this episode offers valuable insights on cr...
2025-08-2911 minBizBlendCorporate Credit: The Hidden Key to Business Growth with Sue SchusterMost small business owners unknowingly risk their personal future by blurring the lines between personal and business credit. In this episode of BizBlend, host Sana sits down with Sue Schuster, corporate credit and profit acceleration coach, to unpack why building corporate credit is not just smart—it’s essential.
Sue explains how corporate credit differs from personal credit, why relying on personal cards can put your house and savings at risk, and how strong business credit builds credibility, growth potential, and even resale value. She also shares her own entrepreneurial journey—from building and selling a swim school...
2025-08-2722 minThe Mindful LivingMindful by Design: How Genetics Shapes Inner Peace | Julie AlsakerOn this episode of The Mindful Living with host Sana, we explore a groundbreaking idea—what if mindfulness could be designed as uniquely as our DNA? Guest Julie Alsaker, a pioneer in holistic genetics, shares how our genes influence stress, emotional regulation, and healing. She explains why genetics is not our destiny but our strategy, and how personalized mindfulness practices can help us break free from cultural conditioning, reverse symptoms we once thought were “just aging,” and reclaim our health.
Julie introduces her Geneius Method, a holistic approach that blends DNA insights, nervous system awareness, and emotional alchem...
2025-08-2729 minBizBlendSlow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast: Leadership Lessons for Burnout and Breakthrough with Dusty HolcombIn this episode of BizBlend Podcast, host Sana sits down with Dusty Holcomb, CEO, Ironman athlete, and founder of The Arcqus Group, to unpack the leadership principle “slow is smooth, smooth is fast.” From the Ironman racecourse to the boardroom, Dusty shares why intentionality—not speed—drives sustainable performance.
He reveals how slowing down allows leaders to focus on what truly matters, reduce burnout, and unlock clarity in decision-making. Drawing from endurance sports, CEO experience, and his work with leaders worldwide, Dusty shows how discipline, rhythm, and servant leadership can transform both business and personal life.
If you...
2025-08-2624 minThe Mindful LivingHolistic Beauty: Healing From the Inside Out with Raven AlvarezIn this episode of The Mindful Living, host Avik is joined by Raven Alvarez, CEO and founder of Seraphine Wellness and Beauty. Together, they dive deep into what it truly means to heal from the inside out. Beyond creams, fillers, and beauty filters, Raven shares why sustainable beauty is built on daily choices—hydration, rest, nutrition, and self-care rituals that nurture mind, body, and spirit.
The conversation unpacks the tension between self-acceptance and the modern beauty industry, the impact of social media on self-esteem, and how simple wellness practices can restore confidence and vitality. Whether you’re a pr...
2025-08-2523 minHealthy Mind, Healthy LifeThe Journey of Healing and Growth - Avik's Life StoryIntroduction: Avik, the host, shares his personal story, diverging from his usual role of hosting guests. He reflects on life's unexpected turns and the journey that led him to create a movement focused on healing and unity.
Key Discussions:
Life's Unexpected Challenges:
Avik recounts the roller coaster of experiences including toxic friendships, job losses, and the impact of the global pandemic. These challenges led to emotional breakdowns but also accidental healing.
The Birth of a Movement:
Amidst chaos, Avik founded "Healthy Mind by Avik," a movement aimed a...
2025-04-2913 minHealthy Mind, Healthy LifeThe Journey of Healing and Growth - Avik's Life StoryIntroduction: Avik, the host, shares his personal story, diverging from his usual role of hosting guests. He reflects on life's unexpected turns and the journey that led him to create a movement focused on healing and unity.
Key Discussions:
Life's Unexpected Challenges:
Avik recounts the roller coaster of experiences including toxic friendships, job losses, and the impact of the global pandemic. These challenges led to emotional breakdowns but also accidental healing.
The Birth of a Movement:
Amidst chaos, Avik founded "Healthy Mind by Avik," a movement aimed a...
2025-04-2913 min
Mind Over MasculinityBreaking Free from Comfort: A Journey Into Growth - Shane PerryHave you ever felt comfortably numb, stuck in a routine that doesn’t serve your higher aspirations? Join us for an insightful episode of Mind Over Masculinity where host Avik invites Shane Perry, an accomplished entrepreneur and achievement coach, to dive deep into the topic of comfort zones and their insidious role in stalling personal growth. Striking the right balance between safety and challenge can be a tightrope walk; while comfort can feel like home, it often leads to complacency.
Shane unpacks the pivotal concepts of comfort zones—how they form over time and ultimately become barriers to a...
2025-02-2525 min
Mind Over MasculinityHydrate for Health - Kyle FlynnAre you aware of the quality of water you consume daily? Many believe hydration is just about volume, but in reality, the type of water matters immensely. In this compelling episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik invites Kyle Flynn, a dedicated advocate for understanding hydration, to delve into the often-overlooked topic of electrolyzed reduced water (ERW). Kyle shares his transformative journey, uncovering how the water he consumed impacted his health, performance, and even his family's future.
Join us as we explore the statistics surrounding water contamination and why investing in higher quality water is essential. Hear...
2025-02-2522 min
Ple^sure PrinciplesTransforming Health and Wellness Through Light Exposure and Circadian Alignment - Jason YunDiscover the transformative power of light in shaping our health as I, Avik, sit down with the inspiring Jason, who has journeyed from fitness expert to light guru, reshaping his approach to wellness after confronting personal health challenges. Promising insights await as we explore how the pioneering work of Dr. Jack Cruz on circadian biology and mitochondrial health unveils a new paradigm for understanding our body's essential functions. This episode dismantles traditional health narratives, urging us to recognize the extraordinary influence of light on sleep, hunger, hormones, and even blood pressure, and argues for a comprehensive approach to well-being...
2025-02-0421 min