Run Your Life Show With Andy Vasily
Host Andy Vasily interviews inspiring leaders from professional sports, the field of education, and the health/wellness industry to unpack what striving for excellence means and to learn more about the guiding principles that shape their work.
Episodes
#299- Connections, Academics and Purpose with Dr. Cinde Lock
Send us Fan MailWhat if the purpose of school isn't grades, rankings, or test scores — but helping young people discover their own purpose? In this rich and wide-ranging conversation, Andy sits down with Dr. Cinde Lock, Head of Pickering College and author of Connections, Academics, and Purpose: Designing the Future of School, to explore what education can look like when it's built aroun
#298: 4 X Mindfulness-Returning Back to What Matters Most With Neila Steele and Andy Vasily
Send us Fan MailThis episode of Four Times Mindfulness is an honest conversation between Andy Vasily and Neila Steele about the coping mechanisms we cling to, the regrets that quietly reveal our values, and the relationships that remind us who we are.Four Seeds. Four Takeaways.1. Identify your coping mechanism. We all carry behaviors that once kept us afloat — people-pleasing, numbing, withdrawing
#297- Building a Business From the Inside Out with Jason Moss
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, I interview the brilliant Jason Moss, an entrepreneur, a very impactful business coach and someone who has done the deep work to truly know himself. Jason believes that our businesses are a mirror reflecting ourselves. Whatever is unresolved on the inside will show up in how we build, market, and lead. The inner work is not separate from the business work —
#296- One Family's Walk Through Loss with Frank Stepnowski and Sam Welch
Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode, we’re going to sit with something that every one of us will face in our lives, but most of us struggle to talk about openly: grief.My guests are author and educator Frank Stepnowski and his daughter, Sam Welch. Together, they’ve created a beautiful and deeply moving picture book called Where Did Cain Go? A Family’s Walk Through Loss—a book that grew out of the d
#295- The Story Behind the You Are Beautiful Campaign with Matthew Hoffman
Send us Fan MailMy guest today is Matthew Hoffman, the artist and creative force behind the global “You Are Beautiful” campaign. If you’ve ever seen those three simple words on a sticker, a mural, or an installation somewhere in the world and felt even a small lift in your day, there’s a good chance Matthew’s work has already touched your life.Matthew started this project in a very humble way: wit
#294-Permission to Be Yourself: Creating a Life That Matters With Dr. Brent Hogarth
Send us Fan MailToday's episode is with the brilliant Dr. Brent Hogarth who is a clinical psychologist, executive coach and team flow expert. He currently works with Dr. Michael Gervais and his team of coaches at Finding Mastery and is focused on enterprise size high-performance mindset training around the globe.Brent spent years researching what he calls "the dark side of flow"—and
#293- Building Resilience Through Mental Fitness With Hadleigh Fischer
Send us Fan MailIn this insightful episode, Andy connects with Hadleigh Fisher—founder of the Resilience Agenda and passionate advocate for mental fitness—to explore practical strategies and mindsets for thriving in today's fast-paced world.Key Takeaways:Redefining Mental Health: Hadleigh explains why mental health is a continuum for everyone, not just those in crisis. Learn the difference be
#292- The Journey Within: Self-Discovery, Health & Healing with Udo Erasmus
Send us Fan MailIn the episode you are about to hear, Andy Vasily sits down with the legendary Udo Erasmus—renowned health educator, nutritionist, author, and creator of Udo's Oil. Udo shares his remarkable life story, from his childhood as a refugee during World War II, through deep personal traumas and his relentless quest to understand the true nature of health, happiness, and human existe
#291- The Long Run: Stuart Jenkins on Purpose and Performance
Send us Fan MailToday, I feel very lucky as I'm speaking with Stuart Jenkins—CEO and founder of Blumaka, a company that's revolutionizing the footwear industry by transforming waste into world-class performance products. But Stuart's story isn't really about shoes. It's about what happens when you refuse to let limitations define you.As a kid growing up on a cattle ranch i
#290- 4 X Mindfulness: Conversations about Love, Connection & Coping with Grief with Neila Steele
Send us Fan MailWelcome to a very special episode of the Four Times Mindfulness podcast series. In this episode, you’ll hear the kind of honest, heartfelt conversations that inspired us to bring our 4 X Mindfulness podcast back—conversations rooted in our personal journeys and our shared passion for mindfulness, growth, and authentic connection.We begin by opening up about recent experiences of g
#289- Sharing Courage: Josh Berghuis on the Power of Resilience, Optimism and Gratitude
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Run Your Life Podcast host Andy Vasily sits down with good friend Josh Berghuis for a face-to-face conversation about courage, vulnerability, and finding strength in the face of life’s greatest challenges. Recorded live in Budapest, this heartfelt discussion marks the first time Josh shares his journey with chronic lymphocytic leukemia publicly. Together, Andy and
#288- The Power of Becoming: Lessons in Growth, Resilience, and Health with Ted Temertzoglou
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation Run Your Life podcast host Andy Vasily sits down with Ted Temerzoglou for a powerful and heartfelt conversation about what it truly means to strive for personal excellence and make a lasting impact. In this interview, you’ll hear Ted’s inspiring journey—from overcoming personal obstacles and embracing vulnerability, to his passionate advocacy for quality health
#287- True to Yourself: Authenticity and Growth in Leadership with Nancy Lhoest-Squicciarini
Send us Fan MailIn this inspiring episode, Andy Vasily sits down with renowned educator and global strategic leader Nancy Lhoest-Squicciarini for a heartfelt and insightful conversation about what it truly means to lead with authenticity, connection, and purpose. Drawing on decades of experience in international education and leadership development, Nancy shares powerful stories and practical fram
#286- Why Emotional Literacy Matters—A Conversation with Dan Newby
Send us Fan MailIn this powerful episode, Andy Vasily sits down with Dan Newby—author, educator, and founder of the School of Emotions and Dignity Inc.—to explore the transformative power of emotional literacy. Dan shares his global journey and personal story, revealing how learning to notice, name, and work with emotions can change lives, relationships, and leadership. Together, Andy and Dan disc
#285- From Habit to Healing: Dr. Judson Brewer on the Power of Mindful Awareness
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Judson Brewer—renowned neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and bestselling author—to explore the science behind mindfulness and its transformative power in overcoming anxiety and addiction. Dr. Brewer shares insights from his groundbreaking research, demonstrating how understanding the brain’s mechanisms can help us break free from unhelpful habits an
#284- The Legacy of a Coach: Harry Lumley on Life, Leadership, and Belonging
Send us Fan MailIn this meaningful episode, Andy Vasily sits down with his longtime friend and mentor, Coach Harry Lumley, for an inspiring and deeply personal conversation about life, leadership, and the true meaning of coaching. With over 60 years of experience, Harry shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a legendary coach who has impacted generations of athletes and students. To
#283- The Courage To Believe with Max Fox
Send us Fan MailIn this powerful and deeply moving episode, Andy Vasily sits down with Max Fox, a gifted singer and performer whose journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. From humble beginnings in Blackpool, UK, Max shares his story of overcoming adversity, finding purpose, and using his talents to inspire others.Key Themes & Highlights:Finding Purpose Through Adversity:
#282- The Moral Principles of Leadership with Dr. Conrad Hughes
Send us Fan MailIn this insightful conversation, Conrad Hughes, Director General at the International School of Geneva, shares his 30-year journey in education across three continents. Beginning with his roots in South Africa and schooling, Conrad discusses his educational philosophy centered on "seeing" people—recognizing their inherent gifts and helping transform those gifts into talen
#281- The Art of Collaborative Leadership with Mazda Canada CEO/President David Klan
Send us Fan MailIn this powerful conversation, David Klan, President and CEO of Mazda Canada, shares profound insights into leadership, organizational culture, and personal growth. With 33 years at Mazda, Klan exemplifies a people-centered approach that has transformed the company's success and workplace environment.Key Themes:People-Centered LeadershipKlan's leadership philosophy center
#280-Timeless Insight and Life Lessons from 2X Stanley Cup Champ Daniel Carcillo
Send us Fan MailToday we're revisiting a powerful conversation that I had with Daniel Carcillo—two-time Stanley Cup champion, NHL veteran, and one of hockey's most compelling voices on mental health and resilience.This episode remains profoundly relevant as Daniel's journey from the heights of professional hockey to the depths of addiction and back to purposeful healing continues to
#279- From Refugee to Marine to CEO: A Life of Service and Mission with Quang X. Pham
Send us Fan MailIn this powerful conversation, Andy Vasily sits down with Quang X. Pham, CEO of Katrina Therapeutics, to explore an extraordinary life journey spanning from Vietnam War refugee to Marine Corps pilot to biotech entrepreneur. Quang shares deeply personal stories about service, sacrifice, and the transformative power of embracing one's mission in life.Quang X. Pham is the CEO of
#278- Timeless Insight and Life Lessons from NY Times Best-Selling Author Sharon Salzberg
Send us Fan MailIn a world where anxiety, isolation, and overwhelm have become the norm rather than the exception, Sharon Salzberg's wisdom offers a lifeline back to inner peace and authentic connection. As we navigate unprecedented global challenges—from social division and economic uncertainty to the lingering effects of a global pandemic—the timeless practices Sharon has championed for ove
#277: Finding Our Own Courage: When Action Calls by Andy Vasily
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we explore the multifaceted nature of courage and its transformative power in our lives. Through powerful stories and important insights, we examine how courage manifests not just in grand gestures, but in the everyday choices that ultimately shape who we become.The episode begins by challenging listeners to consider the fears that often hold us back—fear of uncert
#276: Timeless Insight and Life Lessons from NY Times Best-Selling Author Cal Fussman
Send us Fan MailToday’s episode is a special re-released conversation that I had with New York Times bestselling author and longtime Esquire writer, Cal Fussman a while back on my podcast. It was an excellent conversation as Cal shared many life lessons he has learned through more than 3 decades as a journalist having interviewed some of the most legendary people on the planet from Muhammad Ali to
#275: Snapshot Reflections on Well-Being Ep.1 with Andy Vasily
Send us Fan MailIn this brief episode, we explore the profound wisdom contained in the simple phrase: "Wherever you go, there you are." Made famous by Jon Kabat-Zinn's influential book on mindfulness, this statement reminds us that our choices and actions create the path we travel, for better or worse. No matter what, we find ourselves exactly where we are meant to be; in the presen
#274: Timeless Life Lessons and Insight From NY Times Best-Selling Author Daniel Pink
Send us Fan MailIn this special re-release, we revisit my conversation with New York Times bestselling author Daniel Pink from a couple of years ago. After recently listening to this episode during one of my runs, I was reminded by how relevant his insights remain for both my personal and professional life—wisdom worth sharing again with my listeners.Daniel Pink, former speechwriter for Vice Presi
#273: Cherished Belonging: The Healing Power of Love in Divided Times with Father Greg Boyle
Send us Fan MailToday's discussion is with a very special person- Father Greg Boyle, an American Jesuit priest and the founder of Homeboy Industries, which is the largest gang rehabilitation and reentry program in the world.In Father Greg's own words, he says it has been the privilege of his life, for more than 30 years, to have been taught everything of value by gang members and that he
#272: Climbing Beyond Limits- A Story of Courage and Transformation with Jill Wheatley
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, I sit down with the amazing Jill Wheatley, an elite ultra athlete and mountaineer. Having climbed 7 of the highest peaks in the world including K2, the second highest mountain in the world at 28000 feet, Jill has made it her life mission to keep pushing the goal posts in her life. Her aim is clear — to pursue excellence within herself, while also inspiring
#271: Leading with Impact: Building Open Conversations in Education and Beyond with Alex Gray and Andy Vasily
Send us Fan MailToday’s episode is a unique one for me as I am doing a joint recording with Alex Gray, the host of the International Classroom podcast. Alex and I decided to join forces for this conversation as we are both very passionate about education, learning and creating the conditions for all stakeholders to thrive in schools. Regardless of who you are are or what you do, we hope you find p
#270: Paying It Forward: Amadou Ba on Gratitude, Growth, and Giving Back
Send us Fan MailBefore getting into today's podcast with the inspiring Amadou Ba, I want to ask all of you, wherever you are listening, to think about your own life and some of the important things you feel you have been able to accomplish.Maybe that was graduating from high school or university or maybe it was being accepted into a post-graduate masters or PhD program or perhaps it might hav
#269: Beyond True: Multiple Perspectives and Living Well with Derek Sivers
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, I'm thrilled to welcome Derek Sivers, a remarkable individual whose openness to new experiences has profoundly shaped both his personal and professional journey. What I appreciate the most about Derek is how he's taken important life's lessons and transformed them into wisdom about the things that truly matter.Derek's passion for learnin
#268: Redefining Resilience: From Olympic Dreams to Emmy-Winning Success with Nina Sossamon-Pogue
Send us Fan MailOn the show today is the brilliant Nina Sossamon-Pogue, a multifaceted leader who has excelled across diverse fields - from gymnastics to broadcasting, corporate leadership, and authorship. .In our conversation, we delve deeply into the true essence of resilience through Nina's extraordinary life experiences. Nina has a special gift to blend personal story, scientific research
#267: The Psychology of Mattering with Dr. Gordon Flett
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Andy Vasily interviews Dr. Gordon Flett, a distinguished psychologist from York University and author of "The Psychology of Mattering." The conversation explores the concept of mattering—feeling valued and significant in others' lives—and how it differs from self-esteem. Dr. Flett draws from his 30 years of research to explain how mattering plays a c
#266: Leading with Heart: Stef Okamoto on Courage, Vulnerability, and Impact
Send us Fan MailI feel very fortunate to release today’s episode as I had a chance to sit down on Zoom with the brilliant Stef Okamoto, who is currently the Director of Manager Excellence for Service Now, a fast growing American software company based in Santa Clara, California.Before moving to ServiceNow, Stef had a distinguished career at Microsoft for 23 years, serving the organisation in her l
#265: Transforming Schools: How Culture Shapes Learning and Leadership with Anne van Dam
Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode, I’m thrilled to sit down with the brilliant Anne van Dam, an educator, leader, and consultant with a wealth of experience working in schools across the globe. And in our conversation, Anne shares her unique journey—from her early days as a learner to her current work helping schools and organizations build cultures that bring out the best in everyone.Although sh
#264: Radical Candor in Practice with Amy Sandler (Part 1)
Send us Fan MailBefore diving into today’s conversation with my guest, Amy Sandler, I want you to pause for a moment and think about your own career journey, whatever that may be and reflect on all the places you’ve worked, the teams you’ve been a part of, and the experiences—both challenging and rewarding—that have shaped your professional life. Whether you’ve been in a leadership position or not
#263: Healing Through Compassion: Dimitra Kalogeropoulou’s Journey of Recovery
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Andy introduces Dimitra Kalogeropoulou, a bilingual Greek/English Registered Clinical Psychologist and certified Compassionate Inquiry practitioner. Dimitra’s journey is deeply inspiring—having overcome a serious drug addiction, she has been clean for over 14 years and now dedicates her life to helping others heal. Through her work, she provides a safe and compassi
#262: The Science of Motivating Young People with Dr. David Yeager
Send us Fan MailToday’s episode is a special one as I had the chance to interview Dr. David Yeager, professor of psychology at University of Texas at Austin and a co-founder of the Texas Behavioural Science and Policy Institute. Dr. Yeager is widely recognized for his groundbreaking research alongside the inspiring Dr. Carol Dweck, the author of the brilliant book Mindset: The New Psychology of Su
#261- Wisdom of Alignment Series: Being the Lead Learner in Your Life
Send us Fan MailIn this short Wisdom of Alignment podcast episode, Andy emphasize the transformative power of adopting a learner's mindset, especially when it comes to challenging our own assumptions and stepping outside our comfort zones. We often cling to familiar beliefs, choosing comfort over growth. However, true development—both personally and professionally—occurs when we break this cy
#260- Mastering Performance: How Actions Shape Our Success with Mark Bennett
Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Mark Bennett, a Performance Architect whose work in performance psychology has shaped the way individuals and teams think about success. Our conversation dove into some powerful concepts that have the potential to transform the way you approach both performance and well-being in your life and work.Mark Bennett has worked with
#259- Building and Maintaining Trust in the Workplace with Charles Feltman
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, you'll hear from Charles Feltman, a trust expert and leadership coach known for his work on building and sustaining trust in relationships, particularly in the workplace. His book, The Thin Book of Trust, is widely recognized for breaking down trust into four key distinctions: sincerity, reliability, competence, and care. What I most appreciate about C
#258- Always Asking the 'Why' Behind Learning & Leadership with Kevin Bartlett
Send us Fan MailIt gives me great pleasure to introduce Kevin Bartlett, the Founding Director of the Common Ground Collaborative. This episode is part of my 'Perspectives on Pedagogy' podcast series which are education-based in nature, but rooted deeply in what it means to lead and learn with purpose and intentionality. A quote comes to mind when I think about Kevin: "A great educat
#257- Wisdom of Alignment Series: Human-Centered Leadership
Send us Fan MailIn the latest Wisdom of Alignment series, we explore the intrinsic and extrinsic motivations driving people to pursue leadership roles. While some leaders may be motivated by career advancement or recognition, many seek to drive positive change, mentor others, and bring out the best in their teams. However, leaders often face barriers that lead to complacency and stagnation, hinder
#256- The Wisdom of Alignment Series: Finding the Right Path
Send us Fan MailIn today's Wisdom of Alignment episode, we explore Joseph Campbell's idea that "invisible hands" help us when we're on the right path in life. Delving into Aristotle's ancient teachings on eudaimonic well-being, we discuss how aligning our actions with our true purpose brings much deeper fulfillment and purpose in our pursuit of things that matter most
#255- Disciplined for Greatness: The Inspiring Story of Munashe Masawi
Send us Fan MailToday, we have an inspiring guest, Munashe Masawi, whose journey from Zimbabwe to Canada is a powerful testament to discipline, commitment, adaptability, and resilience. Known as Mu by his close friends and family, his story is nothing short of inspiring.Growing up in Zimbabwe, Mu faced numerous challenges and barriers. His mother’s courageous decision to seek a better life led her
#254- The Wisdom of Alignment Series: The Shadow Side of Leadership
Send us Fan MailIn today's short Wisdom of Alignment podcast series, I dive into the work of Dr. Carl Jung and his focus on the 'shadow side' of self. His work has great application to leadership. In this episode, I share what it means to have a shadow side and how this side of us can greatly hinder our ability to lead in impactful ways. In terms of making this practical for any lea
#253- Beyond the Ice: Daniel Carcillo's Path to Purpose, Meaning and Impact in Life
Send us Fan MailToday’s conversation is with Daniel Carcillo, two-time Stanley Cup winner with the Chicago Blackhawks, and ten-year veteran of the NHL. Daniel also played with the Philadelphia Flyers, Los Angeles Kings, Phoenix Coyotes, and one season with the New York Rangers throughout his career. Having had 4 Stanley Cup appearances over the last few years of his professional playing career, D
#252- Real Life-The Journey From Isolation to Openness and Freedom with Sharon Salzberg
Send us Fan MailThe podcast you are going to hear today is with Sharon Salzberg. She has been a true pioneer in the realms of meditation and mindfulness for more than four decades now. Sharon's influence has been pivotal in bringing these practices to the forefront of Western consciousness as far back as the early 1970s. As a co-founder of the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, Massachusett
#251- Cultivating Authenticity in Coaching: Wisdom from Dr. Jim Knight
Send us Fan MailMy conversation today is with Dr. Jim Knight, Founder and Senior Partner of Instructional Coaching Group (ICG). Jim is also a research associate at the University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning and has spent more than two decades studying professional learning and instructional coaching. He earned his PhD in Education from the University of Kansas and has won several uni
#250- The Heart of Life and Leadership: Insights From Ila Edgar
Send us Fan MailMy guest today is the brilliant and inspiring Ila Edgar, a leadership development coach and trust-builder for organizations and businesses. Ila's story is a testament to the resilience we all require when challenged by life’s mental and emotional obstacles. She deeply believes that who we are is how we lead and that being great leaders starts with us. It also requires honesty
#249- Compassion in Action: Inspiring Stories from Global Changemakers with Kathy Kelly and LeeAnne Lavender
Send us Fan MailToday’s episode was recorded in the studio of American Community School of Amman in Jordan which is located on the boarders of Syria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Palestine. A big shoutout and very special thanks to my inspirational friend Mo Hourani and his team at the American Community School of Amman for hosting the Compassion Summit, an event devoted to promoting peace.What ACS in J
#248- The Winning Edge: Building Trust and Psychological Safety for High Performance with Jean-Paul Circelli
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, I sit down with Jean-Paul Circelli, head football coach at the University of Windsor in Ontario, Canada. This episode is a special one for me as I once played 5 seasons on this football team back in the 1990’s as a quarterback and punter. It was through this experience that I not only developed myself as a student athlete, but was also able to build a suppo
#247- Building Trust on Purpose with Charles Feltman & Ila Edgar
Send us Fan MailHow many times have you asked yourself, “what’s my purpose”? If you’re like most of us, probably too many times to count. As we get older, the question seems to get a little louder. Today’s guests on the Run Your Life Podcast are just the dynamic duo you need to provide you with proactive, intentional tools to help you along that journey. Charles Feltman and Ila Edgar are both
#246- Turning Feedback into Gold: Rod Black's Story of Broadcast Mastery
Send us Fan MailToday's episode features one of the greatest, most respected, and beloved commentators in Canadian sport broadcast history, Mr. Rod Black. As soon as you hear Rod’s voice, you will know immediately that he was destined for a career in broadcasting.Sportsnet president Scott Moore met with and told all the on-air talent, “You don’t have to be a jerk to be a star. Just look at Ro
#245- The Heart of the Game: Joe Siddall's Path to Broadcasting Excellence
Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode, Andy connects with former professional baseball player and current Toronto Blue Jays’ TV analyst and commentator Joe Siddall. A quote that comes to mind with this episode is this: “I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free” This quote attributed to Michaelangelo in reference to one of his sculptures. However, it also applies to Joe Siddall. H
#244- Herb Thompson: "Courage Under Fire: Life Lessons from a Special Forces Green Beret"
Send us Fan Mail“Does that own me, or do I own it?” In today’s episode, Andy is talking with Herb Thompson, retired Army Green Beret. And they cover a lot of ground. Herb has had the deck stacked against him many times throughout his life. Any one of them could have easily overtaken him and changed the trajectory of his life. However, that very quote at the beginning has allowed him to keep things
#243- The Perfection Trap with Professor Thomas Curran
Send us Fan MailThis week, Andy interviews Professor Thomas Curran, Department of Psychological and Behavioral Science at the London School of Economics. His writings have appeared in TIME magazine, the Harvard Business Review, the New Scientist, the Wall Street Journal, and the New York Times just to name a few. He is fresh off launching his debut book, The Perfection Trap: Embracing the Power of
#242- The Noble Beauty of a Purposeful Life with Patrick Dougher
Send us Fan MailEver wonder about the meaning of life? In this episode, Andy and Patrick explore this very question from a truly unique and emotional perspective that is certain to encourage you to reexamine your own thoughts on the matter. Patrick shares his power list of 5 things he believes every human is searching for.Patrick’s list is not a cliched list based on formal scientific research. In
#241- Obert Jongwe: A Brushstroke of Excellence
Send us Fan MailMy guest in today’s podcast exemplifies what it means to take the risks needed to find his passion and true calling in life. His name is Obert Jongwe and he is a Zimbabwean artist who has devoted his life to the craft of painting. When I think of Obert and his life, there is a great quote that comes to mind that truly represents what it means to take the risks needed to thrive in l
#240- Green Renaissance- Reflections on Life with Michael Raimondo
Send us Fan MailToday’s episode is devoted to two very inspiring humans, Justine and Michael, who have made it their life mission to spread hope and joy in the world and they do this through their Green Renaissance project which will soon be changing names to Reflections on Life. For the last 7 years, Michael and Justine, who are filmmakers, have embarked on a journey that has allowed them to have
#239- George Mumford- Unlocking Your Masterpiece Within
Send us Fan MailJoining me on my Run Your Life podcast this week is George Mumford. He is arguably one of the greatest sports psychologists in the world based on the results he has achieved with his work. He has taught mindfulness and meditation to everyone from prison inmates to corporate executives to some of the most extraordinary athletes on the planet such as Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Shaq
#238- Joel Monk: Trusting The Intelligence Within
Send us Fan MailMy conversation today is with Joel Monk, the co-founder of Coaches Rising which is a global community of over 6000 coaches dedicated to having the biggest impact they can have. He co-founded Coaches Rising nearly 15 years ago and has done extensive training in multiple different modalities in order to better understand how to help his clients truly thrive, both personally and profe
#237- Dr. Chris Johnson: The Leadership Pause
Send us Fan MailDr. Chris Johnson joins me for episode #237 of my Run Your Life podcast. She’s the author of the book The Leadership Pause and is a highly sought after speaker and executive coach to many successful leaders. The experience she has, as a leadership consultant, has provided her deep insight into the real needs and challenges that leaders face on an ongoing basis. In today's epis
#236- Luke Czepeila: Flying on the Edge of Possibility
Send us Fan MailOn March 13th, 2023, world-renowned Red Bull aerobatics pilot, Luke Czepeila, became the first human to ever land an airplane atop the helipad of the Burj Al Arab Jumeirah hotel in Dubai. In today's episode, Luke and I have a chat about his career in flying, the death defying feat he accomplished two months ago in Dubai and how flying became a passion of his. Luke and his team
#235- Charles Feltman: On Leadership, Trust and Supporting Teams That Truly Thrive
Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode, we will hear from well-known trust expert, author, coach and consultant Charles Feltman. Charles’ work has been instrumental in they field of leadership and is embraced by many around the world as it genuinely helps leaders to focus on how best to create the conditions for ongoing trust in the workplace. More importantly, it also gives them to language and tools
#234- The Path to Virtuoso Leadership with Andy Vasily & Jorge Rodriguez
Send us Fan MailWhy is it that some leaders excel at creating lasting success in their organizations in regards to motivation, well-being, productivity, and engagement while other leaders don't? What separates the very best leaders from the rest of them? Despite the vast amount of research about effective and impactful leadership, why is it that some leaders leave a trail of fragmented work r
#233- Improving Motivation & Increasing Productivity with Andy Vasily
Send us Fan MailIn today’s show, I'll explore the themes of well-being, motivation and fulfillment. As well, I'll share three strategies you can immediately put into action in your own life to seek deeper meaning and purpose. These research-backed strategies have been proven to increase well-being and motivation and are sure to help you continue to move in your desired direction in life.
#232- A Noble Pursuit of Excellence with Andy Vasily
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, we explore the life of Alfred Nobel and his special journey of creating the Nobel Foundation and the impact that this had on humanity. This story will challenge you to think about your own legacy and the trace of yourself you want to leave behind in the world. We all strive to make a difference in our lives through our parenting, as a spouse or partner to t
#231- The Invisible Parts of Leadership with Andy Vasily
Send us Fan MailToday on the show, a dive into authentic leadership, what this means. As well, we will explore what gets in the way of it. In particular, we’ll explore identity awareness and the impact that this can have on any leader’s ability to lead with authenticity and purpose in order to have the impact they desire.To build trust in the workplace, leaders need to make the first move. However
#230- Donna Ashworth: On Love, Life, Loss and Learning
Send us Fan MailOn the show today, the inspiring Scottish poet Donna Ashworth joins us to share life lessons learned from her journey as a poet and best-selling author. Donna has written 8 books and, with a following of more than a million, Donna’s poetry speaks to the hearts and souls of countless people around the world through the themes of love, life, and loss. She has committed herself to hel
#229- Boosting Mental Health and Morale in the Workplace with Andy Vasily
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, I share the latest, most relevant research around the themes of mental health, well-being and morale in the workplace and what the best leaders do, with consistency, to be impactful in their actions and words. Creating the conditions for high levels of mental health, well-being and morale in the workplace is no easy task for leaders, but those who do it wel
#228- Dr. Jason Patent: Humanly Possible-A New Model of Leadership for a More Inclusive World
Send us Fan MailDr. Jason Patent, author of Humanly Possible: A New Model of Leadership for a More Inclusive World joins me today on the podcast to share his deep insight in regards to how power can be used to create spaces where people feel they truly belong—leading to less stress and more happiness, to better and more productive workplaces, and ultimately to more fulfilling lives for everyone. I
#227- Under Pressure- Strategies to Better Cope with Pressure When It Counts with Andy Vasily
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we will look at the impact that pressure and stress have on the body and mind in high stakes environments when you want to show up as your best selves in order to fulfill your potential and be impactful. We all experience moments in our lives when we face certain challenges. Perhaps it's having to give an important talk in front of colleagues or an audience of
#226- The Conditions Necessary For High Performance with Andy Vasily & Jorge Rodriguez
Send us Fan MailToday’s show is a unique one as my good friend, colleague and fellow podcaster, Jorge Rodriguez, takes control of the host seat in today’s episode. In our discussion, we take a dive into the wonderful Winter Enrichment Program held at our university KAUST here in Saudi Arabia in January and what we learned from interviewing some of the amazing keynote speakers and featured presente
#225- Lessons Learned From Conquering Mount Everest with Raha Moharrak
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, Raha Moharrak and I have a discussion about her life as a mountaineer and what she learned from scaling Mount Everest, the highest peak in the world at 29032 feet. When I think of Raha’s story, a quote from Nelson Mandela comes to mind. What Mandela said was this: “I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is
#224- Dr. Paul Sutter: Lessons Learned From Space Exploration and Discovery
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, I interview Dr. Paul Sutter. Paul is a theoretical cosmologist, award-winning science communicator, U.S. Cultural Ambassador, author, essayist, podcaster, speaker, TV host, and a globally recognized leader in the intersection of art and science. Paul is a research professor at the Institute for Advanced Computational Science at Stony Brook University and a
#223- Hilde Fålun Strøm and Sunniva Sorby: Lessons Learned From Living Unassisted in North Pole
Send us Fan MailIt was an honor to interview Sunniva Sorby and Hilde Fålun Strøm in my latest podcast episode. Sunniva and Hilde are both courageously bold expeditioners, and citizen scientists who just over two years ago became the first women to live unassisted at the North Pole for what was supposed to be 9 months, but due to covid ended up being 21 months. Sunniva and Hilde's work to rais
#222- Daniel Pink: Life Lessons and Learning From Daniel Pink's Latest NY Times Best-Seller
Send us Fan MailThis week's conversation is with the inspiring New York Times best-selling author and internationally renowned speaker Daniel Pink. Daniel brings a wealth of knowledge and insight into this episode based on his decades of writing and research. Although the main purpose of our conversation was to unpack the themes related to his latest New York Times best-seller The Power of Re
#221- Stretching Your Learning Edges with Jennifer Abrams
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, Jennifer Abrams and I unpack her latest book Stretching Your Learning Edges: Growing Up at Work. We take an in-depth dive into the 5 facets of personal and professional growth as outlined in her book. We discuss how these 5 facets apply to our improvement as an individual and as a workplace colleague in order to be able to show up as our best self with cons
#220- Leading & Learning Through the Heart of Mindfulness with Rasmus Hougaard
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, I interview Rasmus Hougaard, the CEO/Founder of the Potential Project and best-selling author (Compassionate Leadership, The Mind of the Leader, and One Second Ahead). In the conversation, we cover such themes as living a mindful life, leadership, dealing with trauma and helping organizations to thrive. Rasmus brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to
