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Leading For WellnessEP 19 - Transforming Wellness and the Future of Nutrition and Mental Health - Tom AartsIn this conversation, Liesl Bernard interviews Tom Aarts, a leading authority in the global wellness industry. Tom shares his journey in the nutrition sector, his passion for mental health, and his proud accomplishments, including the founding of the Nutrition Business Journal and the NBJ Summit. He discusses the importance of personalized nutrition, the impact of AI, and the growing trend of biohacking. Tom also reflects on the political landscape's influence on the wellness industry and shares insights on successful strategies for companies. He emphasizes the significance of mindset and spirituality in health and concludes with his aspirations for a...2025-07-2331 min
Daily Soap Opera Spoilers by Soap Dirt (GH, Y&R, B&B, and DOOL)General Hospital: Nina and Liesl Obrecht Plot Against Drew? | Soap DirtClick to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt
General Hospital fans are in for a treat as Liesl Obrecht, played by the talented Kathleen Gati, makes her return to Port Charles. Her comeback coincides with the ongoing tension between her niece, Nina Reeves (Cynthia Watros), and Drew Cain Quartermaine (Cameron Mathison). Obrecht's unexpected return seems to be spurred by an email from Rocco Falconeri (Finn Carr), who she shares a unique bond with. The young actor hinted that Rocco has dressed to impress for their meeting.
GH sees Obrecht's return isn't all about family reunions. The...2025-07-1609 minDaily Soap Opera Spoilers by Soap Dirt (GH, Y&R, B&B, and DOOL)General Hospital: Nina and Liesl Obrecht Plot Against Drew? | Soap DirtClick to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt
General Hospital fans are in for a treat as Liesl Obrecht, played by the talented Kathleen Gati, makes her return to Port Charles. Her comeback coincides with the ongoing tension between her niece, Nina Reeves (Cynthia Watros), and Drew Cain Quartermaine (Cameron Mathison). Obrecht's unexpected return seems to be spurred by an email from Rocco Falconeri (Finn Carr), who she shares a unique bond with. The young actor hinted that Rocco has dressed to impress for their meeting.
GH sees Obrecht's return isn't all about family reunions. The...2025-07-1609 min
Leading For WellnessEP 18 - From Adversity to Empowerment: Lessons in Entrepreneurship - Lisa OdenwellerLisa Odenweller is a pioneering wellness entrepreneur and the Founder & CEO of Kroma Wellness, a modern functional nutrition brand dedicated to simplifying healthy living for busy, high-performing lifestyles. With over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry, Lisa has committed her career to making premium, science-backed nutrition accessible, delicious, and effortless.
Before launching Kroma, Lisa founded Beaming, one of Southern California’s most influential wellness café brands, renowned for its clean nutrition and culinary creativity. After successfully scaling Beaming into a multi-location business and exiting in 2018, she turned her focus to addressing a deeper pro...2025-07-0849 min
The Other Side Of The Bell - A Trumpet PodcastEpisode #135 Liesl WhitakerThis episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring trailblazing lead trumpeter Liesl Whitaker, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Liesl Whitaker trumpet interview" About Liesl Whitaker: Liesl Whitaker is an American lead and commercial trumpeter based in the New York City metropolitan area. She currently plays lead trumpet in the pit orchestra of the hit Broadway musical Death Becomes Her (2024). Her other lead trumpet Broadway credits incl...2025-06-181h 19Leading For WellnessEP 17 - The Power of Branding and Intention in the Natural Foods Industry - Ari RazAri Raz is a distinguished entrepreneur and executive in the natural foods industry, renowned for his leadership and innovative contributions.
Before joining The Coconut Cult in August 2021, Ari co-founded Once Upon a Farm, a company specializing in cold-pressed baby food, where he held the positions of CEO and later President from 2015 to 2021. Once Upon a Farm is currently on a $250M revenue run rate and valued at over $1B.
His tenure was marked by significant growth and the establishment of the brand as a trusted name in children's nutrition.
Under Ari's leadership, The Co...2025-06-1750 minLeading For WellnessEP 16 - From Corporate to Co-Founder of a Unique Wellness Beverage Brand - Susan Buckwalter HartmanIn this inspiring episode, Liesl Bernard interviews Susan Buckwalter Hartman, co-founder of Recoup Beverage, discussing her journey from corporate marketing to entrepreneurship, the unique aspects of Recoup's products, and the personal stories that inspired their creation.
They explore the challenges of building a brand in a competitive beverage market, balancing family life with entrepreneurship, and the future plans for Recoup, including their recognition in the industry and commitment to regenerative organic practices.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Recoup Drinks and Susan's Background
02:12 The Leap to Entrepreneurship
04:07 What Sets Recoup Apart 2025-06-1129 minLeading For WellnessEP 15 - From Personal Shopper to Vegan CEO Transforming Plant-Based Eating – Madelyn HadleyMadelyn Hadley is the founder of Madly Hadley, a San Diego-based innovative plant-based food brand. With a background as a private chef focused on plant-based cooking, she worked closely with naturopathic doctors and their patients to create delicious, health-conscious meals. Motivated by a passion to make her chef-quality, vegan, soy-free, and gluten-free recipes accessible to a wider audience, she launched Madly Hadley in 2021. The brand is known for its popular products like coconut bacon bits and cashew Parmesan, which are available nationally in Sprouts and nationally in Whole Foods Market and other natural grocers. Madelyn's mission is to transform...2025-05-2231 minLeading For WellnessEP 14: Data Driven and Fungi Focused – The Future of Microbiome Science - Sam SchatzSam Schatz is the CEO of Biohm Technologies, a company pioneering microbiome-based ingredients using proprietary datasets that integrate genetic analysis, metadata, and AI. Joining Biohm in 2021 as President, he became CEO in 2023, driving business expansion, capital raising, and P&L management. Previously, Sam was Managing Director at AeroFarms, scaling it to 300+ employees. With more than 15 years of experience in management and entrepreneurship, Sam holds an MSc from London School of Economics and a BA from Columbia University and serves on leadership councils at 92NY and YPO Polaris.
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In this episode of Leading for Wellness, L...2025-05-0852 min
Leading For WellnessEP13: GLP-1 - The Key to Weight Management and Optimal Health – Doug LynchIn this episode, Liesl Bernard interviews Doug Lynch, a global executive with a three-decade experience in commercialization of clinical nutrition products, supplements, cosmetics, animal health, and proprietary actives. He’s held global executive roles and intellectual property portfolio management for proprietary ingredient companies and brands alike. He’s developed and marketed scores of consumer products over his career, is a frequent industry speaker on current and future nutrition trends, and serves as a current board member for the Organic and Natural Health Association in Washington, D.C.
Doug Lynch discusses the significance of GLP-1 supplements in weight manageme...2025-04-0330 minLeading For WellnessEP12: Taking Creatine to the Next Level - Steve JenningsMore than 30 years ago, Steve Jennings played a pivotal role in introducing the world to the benefits of creatine supplementation at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics.
In this conversation, Steve will share the reason behind why he's now leading the charge with creatine 2.0, and how we can shift our perception beyond the world of gyms and performance sports, and introduce the broader health and wellbeing benefits of creatine to the mass population.
Episode Breakdown:
00:00 - The Genesis of Creatine Supplementation
08:59 - Creatine's Evolution and Its Broader Applications
18:10 - Understa...2025-03-2554 min
Unedited: From Idea to Manuscript and Shelf to ScreenLiesl Copland: From Cruises to CannesFilm executive and content innovator Liesl Copland joins us for episode fourteen of Unedited: From Idea to Manuscript and Shelf to Screen. Over a glass of grenache, we discuss her winding road from Mickey Drexler’s GAP, to a brief stint as a cruise director, to the heyday of magazines, and her rise through independent film. As Netflix’s first chief of original content, a fifteen-year veteran of the Endeavor Companies, and most recently head of strategy at Participant, Liesl shares her seasoned perspective on media innovation. In Part 1 of a conversation we will retu...2025-03-1557 minLeading For WellnessEP11: Gut Check - The Science of Peak PerformanceYour gut does more than digest food. It shapes your cravings, energy, and even your mood. So how can you work with it instead of against it?
Liesl Bernard sits down with Sierra Simpson, founder and CEO of BrilliantBiome, to talk about the microbiome’s surprising influence on health and performance. After struggling with the effects of long-term antibiotic use, Sierra turned to science to heal herself and discovered the powerful connection between gut health and the brain. She explains how the gut-brain axis works, why enzymes and metabolites act as messengers between systems, and how...2025-03-1039 min
The Firecracker DepartmentJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Liesl Lafferty: Multi-Hyphenate Creative Force in Canadian Film & TelevisionMeet the dynamic Liesl Lafferty, a Jessie award-winning director whose journey from scriptwriter to industry leader embodies creative perseverance. As Head of Firecracker Writing Department, Liesl has transformed countless storytelling dreams into reality. Her latest ventures showcase her innovative spirit – from co-creating The Writers Lab Canada to producing the Comedy Film Igniter and the Bell Fibe TV1 series "Bagged." With experience spanning directing, writing, producing, and dramaturgy, Liesl brings a wealth of knowledge about navigating the entertainment industry. In this episode, we'll explore: - Her breakthrough moment with "The Gravedigger's Daughter" - The ev...2025-02-261h 23Leading For WellnessEP10: AI & Nutraceuticals: Innovating Health One Algorithm at a TimeAI won’t take your job. Someone who knows how to use it will. So what does that mean for the nutraceuticals industry?
Liesl Bernard sits down with Andy Dahlen, a veteran in consumer packaged goods and dietary supplements, to talk about how AI is shaking up nutraceuticals and personalized nutrition. With experience leading brands like General Mills, Beech-Nut, and MegaFood, Andy shares how AI is speeding up ingredient research, making product development more efficient, and giving smaller brands a real shot at competing with industry giants.
Consumers want supplements backed by s...2025-02-1935 minLeading For WellnessEP09: Dr. Hemal Patel - Groundbreaking Research on Testing Mitochondrial HealthMitochondria fuel every cell in your body, but how often do you check in on their health?
In this episode, Dr. Hemal Patel, a tenured professor at UC San Diego and Chief Scientific Advisor for Versailles Discovery, joins Liesl Bernard to unpack why these tiny powerhouses hold the key to longevity and how an innovative at-home test can provide real insights into your energy levels, resilience, and overall well-being.
Dr. Patel shares research-backed strategies to improve mitochondrial function, from diet and supplementation to meditation and lifestyle shifts. Drawing on studies with NASA...2025-02-0347 minLeading For WellnessEP08: Johnny Blackburn - Navigating Trauma and Fear EffectivelyAdversity often opens unexpected doors to purpose, growth, and deeper spirituality. In this episode, Liesl Bernard sits down with Johnny Blackburn, the founder and director of Mystics, a school for personal and spiritual development.
Johnny shares how a life-altering injury transformed his path and led him from consulting to a deep dive into spirituality and personal development. He reflects on the power of facing difficult emotions and explains how practices like breathwork and meditation can help release trauma and unlock greater awareness. Johnny challenges us to see loss as a gateway to presence and empathy, an...2025-01-2840 minLeading For WellnessEP 08: Dr. Hemal Patel - Unlocking the Science Behind How Meditation Transforms Mitochondrial HealthResearch shows the impact of meditation on health, and reveals its ability to transform biological markers and harness the mind’s influence over the body. Can your thoughts reshape your health? Dr. Hemal Patel, a leading researcher at the University of San Diego, joins Liesl Bernard to discuss the remarkable connection between meditation, consciousness, and biology. From gut microbiome shifts to mitochondrial function, Dr. Patel’s studies reveal how meditation isn’t just a tool for mental clarity, but also a powerful driver of physical change.
Through the groundbreaking Quantum Studies, Dr. Patel has uncovered how med...2025-01-2044 minLeading For WellnessEP07: Jim Tonkin - The Functional Beverage GuruMastering leadership, understanding consumer behavior, and balancing intuition with business savvy are important to success in the functional beverage world—insights Jim Tonkin has cultivated over four decades. Jim, the “Functional Beverage Guru,” joins Liesl Bernard in this episode to share his journey of creating iconic brands like Essentia Water, Zico Coconut Water, and Suja Juice. From leaving his family’s 7-Up franchise to pursuing healthier options, Jim’s story is a masterclass in leadership, consumer understanding, and the balance between gut instinct and business strategy.
This episode touches on the trends shaping the industry, from innova...2025-01-1447 min
The Sales EvangelistLiesl Nel | LIVE COACHING: Gaining My Customers TrustIf you don’t build trust with your customers, you’ll never close a deal—there’s no way around it! You’ve already heard how companies can build customer trust, but how can an individual seller do this? Join me and my guest, Liesl Nel, in this live coaching session as we share strategies to help your prospects feel safe and confident in doing business with you. Meet Liesl Nel Liesl Nel is a seasoned sales professional in the yachting industry, specializing in working with charter agencies, particularly in the Mediterranean region. Her expertise...2024-12-3012 minLeading For WellnessEP06: Tim Wood - CEO of Fired Up! Popcorn - From Fireman to CEO“Our vision is to pop it fresh and have really quality popcorn with purpose. Our popcorn is with purpose because we put intentional ingredients into it,” says Tim Wood, the CEO of Fired Up! Popcorn and a full-time fireman at Rancho Santa Fe in San Diego. In this episode, Tim joins Liesl Bernard to share his journey from creating a simple, healthy snack at the fire station to building a business rooted in wellness. His dedication to quality ingredients, like pure avocado oil and turmeric, reflects a broader mission to prioritize health in every bite.
Tim a...2024-12-2435 minLeading For WellnessEP05: Gary Seelhorst - Psychedelics and Functional Wellness for Elite Performance“There’s a lot of tradition and culture involved with the treatment and consumption of psychedelics that needs to be honored because of the nature of how all of it really started out years and years ago. We’re just kind of coming about it right now, and there’s a lot of wisdom there that we can understand,” says Gary Seelhorst, a pharma, biotech, and functional wellness executive. In this episode, he joins Liesl Bernard to talk about how psychedelics and functional wellness are redefining treatment for conditions like PTSD and depression, especially for veterans and elite athletes. Gary expla...2024-12-1143 minLeading For WellnessEP04: Michael ZonFrilli - Leading the Chef-Crafted Kombucha Industry“The beauty of kombucha, besides the big, bright flavor, are the health benefits. So, if you’re not offering those live probiotics, I just think you’re doing a disservice to the potential of kombucha for wellness and health,” says Michael ZonFrilli, creator of Bambucha Kombucha. Known for his chef-crafted, wellness-driven beverages, Michael brings both culinary artistry and a commitment to authentic kombucha into each batch he makes. By keeping his kombucha live and raw, he preserves the probiotics that contribute to gut health and overall well-being.
Michael joins Liesl Bernard to talk about his journey f...2024-11-1135 minLeading For WellnessEP03: Broccoli - The Miracle Superfood“Broccoli microgreens are the most potent antioxidant compound. They contain sulforaphane, which is beneficial for the immune system, has anti-cancer properties, and so forth. They’re also linked to longevity and anti-aging,” says Vladi Delsoglio, the CEO of Ederra, a farm-to-body functional food company. He joins Liesl Bernard in this episode to share how a personal health scare—being diagnosed with fatty liver disease—opened his eyes to the incredible power of broccoli microgreens. What started as a quest to heal himself turned into the creation of a supplement that pairs these nutrient-packed microgreens with lion’s mane mushrooms, a blend desi...2024-10-2831 minLeading For WellnessEP02: John Stockman, CEO of Nordic Naturals – Leading the Global Omega-3 Market“80% of consumers in the US are deficient in Omega-3s,” shares John Stockman, the CEO of Nordic Naturals, a company that is known for their commitment to wellness through high-quality supplements. He joins Liesl Bernard to share his journey from the corporate world to leading a brand that's focused on delivering the purest, most potent, and freshest Omega-3 supplements. How much do you really know about the role Omega-3s play in your health? John breaks down the benefits for joint, heart, and brain function and why more people need to be paying attention to their Omega-3 levels.
2024-10-2132 minLeading For WellnessEP01: NutraCode CEO Shaun Ahuja on Innovation in Supplement Delivery Systems“I think there will be an ever-growing interest in wellness, but also in how supplements will propel us forward into the next decade, century, and beyond,” says Shaun Ahuja in this first episode of “Leading for Wellness.” Host Liesl Bernard, CEO of Kalon Executive Search and Staffing, sits down with Shaun to talk about his journey as the founder and CEO of Nutracode, a New York-based company known for its innovative supplement delivery systems.
Shaun talks about how Nutracode is pushing the boundaries of supplement innovation by developing formats like liquid and beadlet capsules designed to boost...2024-10-1426 min
FinTech's DEI Discussions – Powered by Harrington StarrBoosting FinTech Marketing with Inclusion | Liesl Smith, Senior Vice President of Global Marketing at FreedomPayIn this special episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Nadia welcomes Liesl Smith, Senior Vice President of Global Marketing at FreedomPay to the show at the Harrington Starr booth at the FinTech B2B Marketing Conference event.The pair deep dive into Liesl's extensive journey from journalism to fintech marketing, discussing her personal experiences, including the challenges and triumphs of a significant career switch. They also explore the role of partnerships and data in driving marketing innovation.Liesl highlights the necessity of creating a diverse environment where everyone feels...2024-07-3014 minLeading For WellnessLeading For Wellness - TrailerWelcome to Leading For Wellness, the podcast where we explore the intersection of business success and holistic health. Join Liesl Bernard, the CEO of Kalon Executive Search, as she talks with visionary entrepreneurs and executives who are transforming the wellness industry. Subscribe to Leading For Wellness and join our community of wellness leaders today.
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ADHD: Women Exploring the NeuroverseLiesl Codrington Building Inclusive Cities: Better Spaces for NeurodiversityWe have the incredible Liesl Codrington joining us to delve into the fascinating world of urban design and its impact on neurodiverse communities.
🔹 Liesl Codrington is a visionary urban planner dedicated to creating inclusive and safe urban environments for everyone. With a passion for neurodiversity, Liesl's work focuses on transforming cities into spaces that cater to the unique needs of neurodiverse individuals. Her innovative approach to urban design ensures that our cities are more welcoming, accessible, and supportive for all.
🔹 Highlights
Understanding Inclusive Urban Design: Liesl explains the principles behind inclusive urban design and why it...2024-07-2545 min
Women Leaders on the Move - HerCsuite® RadioBuilding Strategic Connections for C-Suite Success with Liesl SchmidtIn a world where your network is your net worth, understanding the art of building influential connections is crucial for anyone aiming for the C-Suite or a Board Director role. Liesl Schmidt, a seasoned leader with decades of experience in commercial banking, offers a masterclass on cultivating connections to pay it forward. Discover how intentional relationship-building and strategic alliances can open doors to remarkable opportunities and career advancements. Hear firsthand from Liesl as she shares: “Early in my career, I was mostly focused on routine tasks in banking, but the landscape rapidly changed with digit...2024-05-2920 min
Building In A Small TownEpisode 21: From Building Better Communities in Rural Florida to Building Better Communities in Rural Iowa - Liesl Seabert
My guest today is Liesl Seabert from the UNI Institute for Decision Making. Liesl is a serial public servant with a focus on planning & economic development. In this episode, you’ll learn how a Florida girl has fallen in love with all things Rural Iowa, what it’s like to help shape and implement multiple statewide programs simultaneously, and how important leadership is, especially when it comes to rural. I really enjoyed this conversation and really really appreciate Liesl’s passion & enthusiasm when it comes to the wealth of possibilities in Rural America.
Check out Li...2024-05-201h 15
The Pulpit and PorchSpiritual Direction with Liesl HuhnJoin us for ou latest episode of The Small Church Podcast as we welcome Liesl Huhn, our newest team member and Director of Women's Ministries and Spiritual Direction. In this episode, Liesl shares her background, passion for empowering women in their faith journey, and the transformative potential of spiritual direction. Discover how Liesl's role aligns with the church's mission, and explore the exciting opportunities for spiritual growth and community building. Whether you're seeking guidance or eager to engage with the vibrant women's ministries, this episode offers a glimpse into the heart behind Liesl's mission. Tune in and join us...2023-10-1037 min
Why I SewWalking the line between fashion and craft with Liesl Gibson, Oliver + S PatternsLiesl Gisbon is a pattern designer and the designer behind Oliver + S and Liesl + Co. She used to design clothing for large companies like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger. She started her own business, Oliver + S, in 2008. Liesl + Co. is a line of patterns for women’s clothing that features all the details you expect from the very best independent patterns. Liesl is also the author of Oliver + S: Little Things to Sew. She chats about her career between fashion and craft, starting her own business, being a minimalist, the satisfaction of being a teacher and more.
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Old School Food Freedom21. Hello, Freedom! Liesl Dunlap’s Journey to Freedom from Disordered Eating BondageSend us a textIn the first episode of our "Hello, Freedom! Summer Road Trip" series, you heard Rece and Liesl Dunlap share their family's story of how God helped Rece overcome Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). It was during this journey that Liesl recognized the grip that food and negative body image had on her life, moving her to seek help.In this episode, Liesl shares with FINDINGbalance Executive Director and Old School Food Freedom host Chrissy Kirkman how the Lord illuminated hope for freedom from disordered eating bondage, the challenges she faced...2023-07-0355 min
Math TherapyHow trauma affects the brain w/ Liesl McConchieText us about this episode!Last week's episode featured a deep dive with Vanessa into math trauma: what it is and how to avoid it. Today, brain expert Liesl McConchie joins her to explain the neurological science of trauma, debunk the myth of the "math gene", and discuss the hopeful promise of neuroplasticity. And not to be all clickbaity, but Vanessa ends up sharing some pretty intense math trauma of her own...About Liesl: (Twitter, Website)Liesl McConchie is an international expert on how the brain learns, and co-author of bes...2023-06-0144 min
Amplified with Vanessa PaesaniEpisode 9: Being intentional about diversity with Amplify’s curator, Liesl Harewood MulhollandJoin me for this beautiful conversation with Liesl Harewood Mulholland. Liesl has been a LINCHPIN behind Amplify: East since its inception. She joined me to curate all of our stories not long after the project’s inception. In 2019, she wrote “I see you” to talk about her work curating stories for Amplify: East. With a background in Law and Diplomatic Studies, Liesl is an International Trade and Development Consultant and Entrepreneur with over thirteen years practical expertise in business, gender and youth development, human rights, entrepreneurship, trade in services and trade facilitation. The ability to engage diverse individu...2023-02-2836 min
The Green RushLiesl Bernard, Founder and CEO of CannabizTeam
Welcome to the Green Rush, a KCSA Strategic Communications Production, and a weekly conversation at the intersection of cannabis, psychedelics, the capital markets and culture
This week Nick Opich and Lewis Goldberg are back for a new episode with special guest Liesl Bernard, Founder and CEO of the industry’s premier cannabis staffing firm – CannabizTeam.
CannabizTeam recently published a Tri-State Salary Guide providing both companies and prospective employees with background and predictions on three emerging cannabis markets as the industry shifts focus from the West Coast to the East with New York, New Jersey and Conne...2023-01-0547 min
The Green Rush is real.Liesl Bernard, Founder and CEO of CannabizTeam
Welcome to the Green Rush, a KCSA Strategic Communications Production, and a weekly conversation at the intersection of cannabis, psychedelics, the capital markets and culture
This week Nick Opich and Lewis Goldberg are back for a new episode with special guest Liesl Bernard, Founder and CEO of the industry’s premier cannabis staffing firm – CannabizTeam.
CannabizTeam recently published a Tri-State Salary Guide providing both companies and prospective employees with background and predictions on three emerging cannabis markets as the industry shifts focus from the West Coast to the East with New York, New Jersey and Conne...2023-01-0547 min
Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips for Finding Work, Advancing your Career, and Loving Your JobHow to Market Yourself into the Job You Want, with Liesl ForveToday’s job market requires more than filling out applications. It requires knowing how to market yourself. If you don’t know where to start, Find Your Dream Job guest Liesl Forve says to start by thinking about each job you’ve had and which parts you were most successful at. Then, make a list of your skills and another list of the things you don’t want to do. That should help you narrow down what you love. Liesl then suggests creating a concise “I want” statement that you can use on LinkedIn, your resume, and in conversation with others...2022-09-2127 min
Conspiracy of Goodness Podcast100. Lessons Learned from 8 Years of Publishing Good News with Liesl Ulrich-VerderberIf you want to hear a rare, fresh take on the present and future - a conversation full of progress and wonder - then join Liesl Ulrich-Verderber and I as we share what we’ve learned through 8 years of curating the internet for “good news.” The remarkable stories of newsworthy insight and innovation are out there, but going uncelebrated. Liesl will be changing that soon as she bursts onto the scene with a young, exciting, and brilliant voice, amplifying a “Conspiracy of Goodness” happening right now, across the world. In this conversation, Liesl helps us all look at t...2022-09-141h 07
The Common MagazineLiesl Schwabe, "The Marching Bands of Mahatma Gandhi Road," The Common magazine (Spring, 2022)Liesl Schwabe speaks to managing editor Emily Everett about her essay “The Marching Bands of Mahatma Gandhi Road,” which appears in The Common’s spring issue. Liesl talks about the time she spent in Kolkata, India listening to the mostly-Muslim marching bands perform at Hindu weddings and religious ceremonies, and what drew her to this subject. She also discusses the research, writing, and revision that went into this essay, her approach to teaching creative writing, and her next writing projects.Liesl Schwabe’s essays have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, the Los Angeles Review of B...2022-08-1937 min
New Books in LiteratureLiesl Schwabe, "The Marching Bands of Mahatma Gandhi Road," The Common magazine (Spring, 2022)Liesl Schwabe speaks to managing editor Emily Everett about her essay “The Marching Bands of Mahatma Gandhi Road,” which appears in The Common’s spring issue. Liesl talks about the time she spent in Kolkata, India listening to the mostly-Muslim marching bands perform at Hindu weddings and religious ceremonies, and what drew her to this subject. She also discusses the research, writing, and revision that went into this essay, her approach to teaching creative writing, and her next writing projects.Liesl Schwabe’s essays have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, the Los Angeles Review of B...2022-08-1937 min
Radical Math Talk15) "Brain-Based Learning in Math" (Liesl McConchie)In this episode, I link up with Liesl McConchie for an in-depth conversation about her personal math journey, the power of brain-based science in Math, and rethinking some popular concepts that have been deemed controversial in certain Math circles. To learn more about Liesl's work, you can visit her website at lieslmcconchie.com or follow her on Twitter (@LieslMcconchie).
BIO: Liesl [LEE-soul] McConchie is a former math teacher with over 20 years of experience training school leaders and teachers across the globe. She has partnered with over 300 schools to implement the science behind what really imp...2022-08-181h 06
Don't Change the ChannelLiesl Takeuchi on Music Supervision & Adventures in EuropeThis week we’re back with Liesl Takeuchi. The episode starts with both Sherif & Mariel, but listen to find out how it ends up being just the gals. Liesl chats with us about all things music supervision for film & tv, as well as reminiscing with Mariel about their adventures in Europe. And be sure to check out the playlists Liesl mentions during this episode: small little pebbles in my shoeLOATs (Desert Island)2022-05-1253 min
Spoon Carving ConversationsCarving and kolrossing with Liesl ChatmanOn episode 16 my guest is Liesl Chatman (@rivichicawarroir). Liesl lives in Minneapolis and teaches spoon carving and kolrossing at North House Folk School.It I was really fun to get to know Liesl and find out why she is so enthusiastic about this craft and sharing it with others. With 10 years of experience and learning from talented craftspeople such as Fred Livesay, Jarrod Dahl, Adam Hawker, Jane Mickelborough among others Liesl is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to spoons and kolrossing specifically. I learned a lot and really enjoyed th...2022-02-151h 35
Grad School LifeEp 1: Liesl - STEM Education PhD CandidateThis week, we will be joined by Liesl Krause.
Liesl Krause (she/her) is a current PhD candidate in Technology, Leadership, and Innovation at Purdue University Polytechnic Institute. Her dissertation is related to the mental health of graduate students, especially as it is related to their advisor. In her spare time, Liesl loves to train dogs, hang out with her puppy, go for runs and plan her wedding. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram (@sourkrause94).
A full-text transcript of this episode is available via google doc.
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The Firecracker DepartmentLiesl LaffertyOur guest this week is Vancouver-based scriptwriter, story editor, award-winning director AND our co-head of our Writing Department LIESL LAFFERTY! Liesl focuses mainly on creating and developing new works. In 2020, she facilitated scriptwriting workshops in Vancouver with WET INK COLLECTIVE, a writer-driven initiative for women, WESTERN GOLD THEATRE, a premier company that fcouses on sharing and celebrating the talents of senior professional theatre artists and REALWHEELS THEATRE, a threatre that creates and produces performances that deepens understanding of the disability experience. At REALWHEELS in 2020, Liesl was the dramaturg for their inaugural Playwright in Residence. Liesl performed THE REP...2022-02-091h 26
Noticing WithNoticing With Liesl HaysOn this episode of Noticing With I get to talk with Liesl Hays.
Liesl is a mom, a wife, HR consultant, and the owner of The Historic Browning Inn in Downtown Lee’s Summit, MO. She has been a guest contributor to The Noticed Network’s blog AND she is the author of “Broken, Changed, & Rearranged”.
I first met Liesl a few years ago when she MC’d a Chamber Event that I spoke for. ( She was like our very own local Ellen Degeneres!). I am grateful that we get to be a part of the same com...2022-02-0627 min
Girls On FilmEp 103: Respect in the industry with Director Liesl Tommy & The Film & TV Charity's Alex PumfreyThis industry special goes out to anyone who has ever felt mistreated in a workplace. Liesl Tommy, director of the Aretha Franklin biopic ‘Respect’ starring Jennifer Husdon, returns to Girls On Film to dive deeper into the musical and give her thoughts on respect in the film industry. Liesl reveals details about the new DVD release of 'Respect', defines what respect means to her in her working life, and gives her thoughts on diversity in film criticism. Anna and Liesl also discuss how respecting other people’s rights and opinions is at the heart of a lot of other movements such a...2021-12-2031 min
How I Got Here + Power SkillsFinance & Accounting Consultant Liesl NebelWelcome FEI Engage subscribers!
My name is Olivia Berkman and this episode is a conversation with Finance and Accounting consultant Liesl Nebel. Liesl has worked at a wide range of companies, including Nike, Intel, and Schoolhouse electric. Most recently, she’s been consulting, which really works for her and her family. We talk about navigating career transitions, the perks of consulting, and feeling comfortable being uncomfortable. Please enjoy the conversation.Special Guest: Liesl Nebel.2021-12-081h 04
Be The Good with KateEp. 34: Liesl Ulrich-Verderber, Founder of The Goodness ExchangeWelcome back to Be The Good with Kate. Today’s guest, Liesl Ulrich-Verderber, is on a mission for good in a major way AND is such an intriguing individual.
She is CEO of global media company The Goodness Exchange, focusing on good news and connecting those doing good, creator of Conspiracy of Goodness Network: “the first ever networking platform for making the world a better place,” education site EWCed, and Amazing World Media.
You can see why when I came across Liesl, I knew we had to chat! And I am so grateful she was willin...2021-12-0324 min
GIVING STARTS WITH YOU106: Setting Boundaries for People Pleasers with Liesl HaysMeet Liesl HaysIn 2016, Liesl was BROKEN.Her marriage was barely surviving, she was working sixty hours a week at her corporate job, and she was usually the last mom to pick her kids up from daycare. She was in crisis.In a brave effort to CHANGE her life, she left a decade-long career in human resources and opened an Inn located in downtown Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Entrepreneurship taught Liesl the value of trusting her inner voice, setting boundaries, and balancing her work and family.She has REARRANGED her life to...2021-11-2955 min
The Small Victories PodcastThe Conspiracy of Goodness with Liesl Ulrich-VerderberIn a world where the polarity of opposites, good-bad, light-dark, positive-negative are even more apparent, we need some good news. In fact, our lives depend on our ability to recognize the good, light and positive.
In the news and social media, we hear the word “conspiracy” tossed around in a negative connotation. Many feel there’s a conspiracy of evil, but what if there also was a conspiracy of goodness? This is what Liesl Ulrich-Verderber is doing..she's helping reveal the Conspiracy of Goodness.
Here are the takeaways:
The Conspiracy of Goodness is a movement...2021-09-2840 min
Conspiracy of Goodness Podcast52. 3 Ways to Find Your Purpose with Liesl Ulrich-VerderberPurpose is aspirational, it’s always looking forward, and meaning is something you use to make sense of the past. Liesl Ulrich-Verderber, the CEO of Ever Widening Circles and Founder of the Conspiracy of Goodness Network, is back with us again to help break this down practically. While last episode we looked at the mileposts of a purpose driven life, today we are going to dive a bit deeper and really hone in on HOW to find purpose in the first place. Liesl is always looking to inspire curiosity, connect people to a wider world, and give us all a...2021-08-3157 min
The Passion EffectEp. 35: The Power of Positivity. How we can reframe negative situations and find our passions: Liesl Ulrich-Verderber - Media/BusinessOn Episode 35, I chat with Liesl Ulrich-Verderber who is the CEO of Ever Widening Circles. Ever Widening Circles is a positive news platform that has set out on a mission to change the negative dialogue about our times to prove "It's still an amazing world!" Liesl proves everyone can live safer and healthier lives online.On today's episode Liesl shares:- The role of traditional media in our lives.- Skills we can use to reframe negative situations.- Advice on finding our passionsEver Widening...2021-08-2739 min
Age Slayers with Traci LynnLiesl shares her journey through crisis and how she created a life she desires.Liesl Hays is the author of the book: Broken, Changed and Rearranged. She is also an entrepreneur, and Human Resources Consultant. On the outside she had it all together but on the inside she felt differently. In 2016, Liesl was broken. Her marriage was barely surviving, she was working sixty hours a week at her corporate job, and she was usually the last mom to pick her kids up from daycare. She was in crisis. In a brave effort to change her life, she left a decade-long career in human resources and opened an Inn located in downtown L...2021-08-2545 min
Conspiracy of Goodness Podcast51. The 4 Mileposts on a Purpose-Driven Journey with Liesl Ulrich-VerderberThere is something so powerful and so incredible about people who live with purpose because they are driven to do good in the world. On that note, we have a special guest today - my own daughter! Liesl Ulrich-Verderber is the CEO of Ever Widening Circles and Founder of the Conspiracy of Goodness Network. She has built this media company intent on changing the negative dialogue about our times and curating the insights & innovations that prove it's still an amazing world! As a lifelong learner, Liesl is always looking to inspire curiosity, connect people to a wider world, and...2021-08-2438 min
WTF with Marc Maron PodcastEpisode 1254 - Liesl TommyWhen Liesl Tommy got hired as a first-time feature film director to make the new Aretha Franklin movie Respect, she knew there were 100 reasons why she couldn't screw it up. Marc and Liesl talk about their experience making the film together and Liesl explains how she's no stranger to uphill battles. From growing up under apartheid in South Africa to being an outsider as an immigrant in America to making her way around the world as a theater director, Liesl's path to Respect is anything but a traditional Hollywood story. Sign up here for WTF+ to get the full show...2021-08-191h 18
Özel masallah podcastEpisode 1254 - Liesl TommyWhen Liesl Tommy got hired as a first-time feature film director to make the new Aretha Franklin movie Respect, she knew there were 100 reasons why she couldn't screw it up. Marc and Liesl talk about their experience making the film together and Liesl explains how she's no stranger to uphill battles. From growing up under apartheid in South Africa to being an outsider as an immigrant in America to making her way around the world as a theater director, Liesl's path to Respect is anything but a traditional Hollywood story. Sign up here for WTF+ to get the full show...2021-08-191h 18
WTF with Marc Maron PodcastEpisode 1254 - Liesl TommyWhen Liesl Tommy got hired as a first-time feature film director to make the new Aretha Franklin movie Respect, she knew there were 100 reasons why she couldn't screw it up. Marc and Liesl talk about their experience making the film together and Liesl explains how she's no stranger to uphill battles. From growing up under apartheid in South Africa to being an outsider as an immigrant in America to making her way around the world as a theater director, Liesl's path to Respect is anything but a traditional Hollywood story. Sign up here for WTF+ to get the full...2021-08-191h 15
Programa do webEpisode 1254 - Liesl TommyWhen Liesl Tommy got hired as a first-time feature film director to make the new Aretha Franklin movie Respect, she knew there were 100 reasons why she couldn't screw it up. Marc and Liesl talk about their experience making the film together and Liesl explains how she's no stranger to uphill battles. From growing up under apartheid in South Africa to being an outsider as an immigrant in America to making her way around the world as a theater director, Liesl's path to Respect is anything but a traditional Hollywood story. Sign up here for WTF+ to get the full show...2021-08-191h 15
Bitch Talk PodcastRespect Director Liesl TommySend us a textHello! You've reached episode 601!! In this episode, host Erin Lim talks with Respect director Liesl Tommy about this major motion picture that tells the traumatic younger years of the Queen of Soul - Aretha Franklin. Aretha's young life was fraught with death, rape, as well as controlling, toxic men. Director Liesel Tommy wanted to tell that part of Aretha's herstory which is exactly what she does with a thoughtful eye on balancing all of the beauty and horrors of Aretha's life. This was Liesl Tommy's first feature film and she had t...2021-08-1615 min
SuperselfFuneral Goals with Liesl HaysIt’s not everyday you are asked to consider your funeral, never mind your funeral goals. But to live life to the fullest, we must! Today on the show we welcome author Liesl Hays to talk with us about her new book: Broken, Changed, and Rearranged. Liesl shares with listeners from chapter 12, titled ‘Funeral Goals’ what we can do to ensure that when our funeral does come, that we are remembered for living our life as we want to be. As always, there are practical action steps to implement, as well as a plot twist, so to speak...2021-07-1323 min
The Women's Health Collective PodcastFinding Your Inner Voice With Liesl HaysLiesl Hays is a word artist, truth-teller, choice-maker, and inspirer.
In this podcast episode with Liesl Hays, we talk about:
-how to find a balance between family and work
-how to find your inner voice
-how to set boundaries
We also talk about:
-trusting yourself
-being your authentic self
AND writing your own story
You can find Liesl:
on her website: www.lieslhays.com
on Facebook
on Instagram
2021-07-0748 min
The Psychedelic Society South Africa PodcastAyahuasca, Vision Quests and Giving Back with Liesl KrugerFrom tax lawyer to prestigious medicine woman, Liesl Kruger is one of the most respected people in the plant medicine world of South Africa.
With 18 years of training under various teachers from different traditions in Mexico and Brazil, working deeply with an extensive range of plant medicines such as Ayahuasca, Mushrooms, Peyote, San Pedro, Bufo and more, she has much wisdom to share on a range of topics.
Liesl is now focused on facilitating plant medicine ceremonies, mainly Ayahuasca, as well as the Vision Quest, an initiatory rite of passage in which participants isolate themselves...2021-06-2847 min
NeuroFlex PodcastNFX #126: Broken, Changed & Rearranged w/ Liesl HaysLiesl Hays is a word artist, truth-teller, choice-maker, and inspirer. For over a decade, Liesl has been facilitating training, mentoring others, and creating development experiences that require people to dig deep. She is an entrepreneur, inn owner, and human resources consultant. Liesl runs on coffee, “to do lists,” and the belief that life begins after you agree to write your own story.https://lieslhays.com"Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended to provide diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only. Please, consult with a healthcare professional regarding any...2021-06-2446 min
Ordinary Women, Extraordinary WealthEp. 20: Liesl HaysIn this episode: Liesl HaysIn 2016, Liesl was BROKEN. Her marriage was barely surviving, she was working sixty hours a week at her corporate job, and she was usually the last mom to pick her kids up from daycare. She was in crisis. In a brave effort to CHANGE her life, she left a decade-long career in human resources and opened an Inn located in downtown Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Entrepreneurship taught Liesl the value of trusting her inner voice, setting boundaries, and balancing her work and family. She has R...2021-06-2339 min
HopfologieAcrobräu - Mooser LieslIn dieser Folge dürfen Peter und ich, Thomas, einen Gast begrüßen. Philipp, denn ihr eventuell vom Intro unseres Schwesterpodcasts „Gach und Guad“ her kennen könntet. Philipp ist in der Filmbranche tätig und hat dadurch das Bier Mooser Liesl kennen gelernt. Genau dieses werden wir gemeinsam mit ihm verkosten. Mit viel Plauderei aber der gewohnten Verkosterei haben wir eine nette Folge für euch produziert. Ob sich das Bier als elektrolytischer Durslöscher nach dem Rasenmähen eignet oder nicht? Auch diesem Punkt gehen wir nach!
Mooser Liesl – Foto von Thomas Witzer
Arcobr...2021-06-1134 min
One Interview One WorldInterview with Liesl Ulrich-Verderber, CEO of Ever Widening Circles - a positive global media companyInterview with CEO of Ever Widening Circles, Liesl Ulrich-VerderberEver Widening Circles is a global positive media company with 6 platforms created with the goal of proving that it is still an amazing world. EWC's intention is simple: to celebrate the quiet wave of goodness and progress going on all around us that almost no one knows about and to open a new era for us all by changing the negative dialogue of our times.In this interview, Liesl shares about herself and how Ever Widening Circles works to bring positive media and education to the wo...2021-06-021h 08
The Running VoyagerLiesl Koch - The Importance of a Running CommunitySend us a textLiesl Koch is an experienced Ultra trail and roadrunner. Liesl is part of the Randburg Harriers Committee and is involved in organising the Randburg Harriers Valentine’s Day Race and the Vitality Race Series. We talk about the importance of having a running community as well as how Covid-19 has affected our running culture. To follow Liesl's story visit her blog at www.road-to-ultra.comSupport the show2021-05-0832 min
Rejuvenaging with Dr. Ron KaiserCreating Boundaries to Protect Us from Ourselves with Liesl HaysThe corporate world can be rewarding for some people; we've heard of countless cases where people succeeded and built a fantastic career thanks to their skills, effort, consistency, and commitment. But for many others, the corporate world can turn into a torturing experience. Very often, people experience burnout, exhaustion, and profound unhappiness. Companies are obsessed with delivering the perfect service or product, and they push their employees to give 110% 24/7, live for the company, be constantly available, and smile on their faces. Joining me today is the inspiring Liesl Hays, HR Strategist, Author, and Entrepreneur. She holds a...2021-04-2735 min
Joyous Profits Live Coaching Podcast13. Real Talk Segment w/ Liesl HaysAbout Liesl:
In 2016, Liesl was BROKEN.
Her marriage was barely surviving, she was working sixty hours a week at her corporate job, and she was usually the last mom to pick her kids up from daycare. She was in crisis.
In a brave effort to CHANGE her life, she left a decade-long career in human resources and opened an Inn located in downtown Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Entrepreneurship taught Liesl the value of trusting her inner voice, setting boundaries, and balancing her work and family.
She has REARRANGED her life to li...2021-04-1357 min
Conspiracy of Goodness Podcast27. The Truth Behind the Conspiracy of Goodness with Liesl Ulrich-VerderberWelcome to the Conspiracy of Goodness Podcast! Our thought leader for today is Liesl Ulrich-Verderber, Chief Executive Officer of the Ever Widening Circles. She also founded the Amazing World Media and EWCed to collate innovative and inspiring videos that also trigger curiosity and creativity among their target audience. In this episode, Liesl will talk about the variety of ways to see goodness in a world that brings us negative thoughts, ideas, and news. We categorize those ways under the umbrella term, Conspiracy of Goodness. It involves building a community based on vulnerability to allow people to...2021-03-101h 06
Eternal Paradigm - The Human ExperienceMovement heals - Pilates teacher Liesl WPilates teacher Liesl Watt joins me in this episode to share her story. Liesl is a weekly staple in our household and I really wanted to share the immense value that she has brought to my life and to my connection with my body through her excellent classes all because of her commitment, experience and knowledge of Pilates.Her passion for the human body and its abilities shows through and she even believes that each time she learns about the body her respect for it increases as it is the most incredible resource t...2021-02-2438 min