Episodes

Jacqueline Pirtle is a recognized authority on the study and practice of happiness. As the author of 365 Days of Happiness, she has guided hundreds of individuals in cultivating what she terms a “high-for-life” frequency—an elevated state of being that enables sustained happiness independent of circumstance. Her extensive work explores the empirical and experiential intersections between happiness, holistic health, and human flourishing. Through her research and practice, Pirtle has come to bel...

Jim Fortin is recognized as a leading authority in the field of subconscious transformation. With more than twenty years of experience in brain-based transformation and high performance, he has built a reputation for helping professionals and entrepreneurs dramatically elevate both their sales and personal success. Blending neuroscience, transformational psychology, and ancient wisdom, Jim has developed powerful programs that drive lasting, core-level change for his students. His work spans fro...

JB Glossinger is the founder and host of The Morning Coach, a top-rated podcast with millions of downloads. A speaker, coach, and author with advanced degrees in business and metaphysics, JB blends academic insight with hard-earned life experience to deliver practical strategies for personal and professional growth. He is also the author of The Sacred Six: The Simple Step-by-Step Process for Focusing Your Attention and Recovering Your Dreams. Contact Info Website: www.MorningCoach.com Podcast...

Ted Mui is an entrepreneur specializing in user-centered design and AI-driven experiences. As CEO of 925 Labs, he leads the launch of Nemu, an intelligent sleep companion app debuting at Web Summit Vancouver. Built for Gen Z and Millennials, Nemu blends sleep tracking, coaching, and cozy storytelling to transform rest into rewarding adventures. Unlike traditional trackers, Nemu generates personalized insights through AI, empowering users to build healthy sleep habits. Ted’s mission: turn sleep i...

Vishal Desh is the Co-Founder and CEO of Fennec AI, a platform designed to bridge the gap between personalized guest experiences and operational efficiency. With a strong passion for AI-driven solutions, Vishal is dedicated to helping hospitality and nightlife businesses deliver exceptional experiences while driving sustainable growth. His vision is to build a hyper-personalized, AI-powered operating system that empowers businesses to increase revenue and strengthen customer relationships. List...

Nadine Pember is the founder and Strategy Director at Simply Social Media. Storytelling is her passion. Simply Social Media is a small marketing agency in Vancouver, British Columbia working to help companies create compelling brands, then put that brand to work through a comprehensive content marketing strategy. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.SimplySocialMedia.ca Most Influential Person My Grandfather Effect on E...

Grounded In Now is the name of today's episode, a solo episode with Bruce. He explores five simple mindfulness practices that can help ease anxiety and bring more calm into daily life. Through body awareness, focused breathing, self-kindness, gratitude, and emotional balance, you’ll learn practical ways to quiet the mind and steady your emotions. Anxiety is part of being human, but it doesn’t have to control your life. Discover how mindfulness can shift your perspective, soften anxious thoughts,...

Jerry Kroll is the CEO of Jevitty Life Science, Founder and Director of ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp and owner of Bodycomp Imaging. He has spent decades transforming bold ideas into reality, from working in his parents’ greenhouses to managing world-class race car drivers. As founder of ElectraMeccanica, he pioneered the iconic one-seater electric car. Passionate about longevity, Jerry pushes the boundaries of human lifespan through science and technology. He is the author of Beyond Elon and L...

Bonnie Garvin is an award-winning writer, producer, painter, and USC screenwriting professor. She is the creator of Storytelling Lab, a six-person, six-week international Zoom workshop designed to unleash creative spirit. Accidentally discovering her passion for playwriting in her thirties, her first play became a finalist in a major U.S. festival. Since then, Bonnie has spent over three decades continually reinventing herself, building a multifaceted career in storytelling across stage, screen,...

Mathew Hoi-Broad is the Creative Director at Happiness Interactive, a video game studio based in Vancouver, Canada. With a background in game design from Vancouver Film School, Mathew blends storytelling, systems thinking, and play theory to craft living digital worlds. His work explores games as tools for self-discovery and emotional growth. He believes play is a vital force across all stages of life, and designs immersive experiences where players and AI coexist equally. unlocking joy, curiosi...

Charulatha Vijayakumar is the creator of CollSong, a mindful music collaboration app that unites poets, singers, and musicians to create and share from the heart. With a background in software engineering, automation, UI/UX design, and digital media, she blends creativity with technology to build meaningful user experiences. A lifelong learner and entrepreneur, Charulatha holds certifications in Mobile App Development and Project Management from Cambrian College. Passionate about music, design, ...

George Cork is an esports education specialist based in the U.K. With over a decade of experience in coaching, teaching, and operations, George designs innovative, standards-aligned curricula that use video games to re-engage students in education. He has delivered esports qualifications at both university and collegiate levels and is passionate about transforming traditional learning through industry-relevant content in areas like business, tech, and athlete care. A global leader in the field, ...

Carol Mote founded The Maple Kind, where she helps businesses take care of their people and shape strong workplace cultures. She advises on everything from improving employee wellbeing and leadership support to handling major changes like mergers and business restructures. Drawing on nearly a decade with Global People and Culture, Carol specialises in guiding organisations through change, solving complex people-related challenges, and making sure employment policies are fair and effective. She’s...

Sev Geraskin is a visionary leader in AI alignment and emotional design, serving as Founding VP at PolarGrid, President of Economy of Wisdom, and Executive Director at Lantern Lab. He champions peer-led AI education and collective wisdom through ventures like Past5. Grounded in mindfulness, Sev integrates meditation, emotional presence, and reflective walks into his daily rhythm, allowing clarity and creativity to thrive. His work centers on inclusion, emotional depth, and meaning in the human-A...

William Huang is the Co-Founder and CEO of Auria Robotics, a Vancouver-based startup. Founded by parents, educators, and technologists, Auria Robotics develops AI-powered audio robots for personalized autism intervention and support. These interactive companions use emotional recognition and adaptive learning to provide real-time support in homes, schools, and clinics, responding to each child's unique needs, even when a therapist is unavailable. Contact Info Website: www.AuriaRobot.com The R...

Karen Murdock is the founder of Voiced Memories, dedicated to preserving family legacies through photographs and storytelling. Inspired by her Uncle Jimmy’s memory and a deep-rooted family history, Karen blends personal passion with professional expertise. Her background in the funeral industry underscored the importance of proactive memory preservation. A committed genealogist, she helps others honor their heritage through organized photos, curated stories, and family history projects, ensuring...

Nadeen Borg is the founder of WY Consulting Group. She and her team work with brands across North America, Australia and Europe. I met her at Web Summit in Vancouver, known as the world’s premier tech conference. WY Consulting is a collective of marketing, communications, and leadership experts who help businesses grow through strategic support. Nadeen brings bold ideas, global insight, and a collaborative spirit to help organizations realize their full potential. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes /...

Karen Salmansohn is a Behavioral Change Expert and best-selling author who has a compelling writing style that will make you laugh, and at the same time motivate you to take action. She has a morning mindfulness practice where she greets the day not just with open eyes but an open heart and mind as well. Karen’s newest book, Your To-Die-For Life explains How to Maximize Joy and Minimize Regret before Your Time Runs Out. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Con...

Susan Snow is a Trauma Resilience Coach, Speaker, and Author. At 17, her father, LAPD Detective Thomas C. Williams, was killed in the line of duty, thrusting her family into a painful public spotlight. After years of navigating the impact of that trauma, Susan now helps others build resilience. Her book, The Other Side of the Gun, shares her journey from grief to healing, offering insight into the trauma survivor’s experience and encouraging empathy, compassion, and hope. Listen & Subscribe on: ...

Dr. Frank L. Douglas is an award-winning industry veteran with more than three decades of experience in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and entrepreneurship. He has held senior roles in both large and small biopharmaceutical companies, including Executive Vice President and Board Member at Aventis (now Sanofi), where he oversaw global R&D and regulatory affairs. He played a key role in the development of drugs like Allegra, Lantus, Taxotere, and Actonel. He also served as Chief Scientific Advisor a...

Joel Oliver is the owner and founder of a podcast production company called East Coast Studio, which helps health-focused entrepreneurs enjoy the benefits of podcasting. In 2018, Joel faced the life-altering experience of major heart surgery, a time when he had to release control and place his full trust in the team he had built. From its humble beginnings over a decade ago as Joel’s solo freelance venture, the company grew organically without external funding. After recovering, Joel embraced li...

Dr. Denise Brown is a transformative leader who helps women in business learn how to prioritize and avoid maternal overwhelm. With over three decades of experience in healthcare as a physician, CEO and Chief Strategy Officer, Denise S. Brown, MD is a thought leader in self-care activities for women. A graduate of The University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Medicine, with training at Stanford and Vanderbilt, she lives with Alex, her childhood sweetheart of 28 years, and their sons Will and Han...

Rand Selig is an entrepreneur, coach, scoutmaster, conservationist, and board member with a passion for helping others thrive. He holds an MBA from Stanford and degrees in mathematics and psychology, bringing clarity to complex global projects. Based in Mill Valley, California, he enjoys life’s adventures with his wife of 44 years. In Thriving! How to Create a Healthier, Happier, and More Prosperous Life , Rand shares practical wisdom to help readers navigate life’s challenges and discover what ...

Loretta Breuning helps people around the world live with a happy brain. She is Professor Emerita of Management at California State University and the author of Habits of a Happy Brain and Why You’re Unhappy: Biology vs Politics. Unsatisfied with conventional theories of motivation, she turned to animal brain chemistry, where she found powerful insights. Her work has since helped thousands worldwide, with her resources translated into twelve languages and embraced by readers seeking natural paths...