Collecting Insight

All stories have turning points. In this final episode together, Lori and Sara open up about the season of life that brought Collecting Insight into being—and the one that’s now coming to an end. They share what they’ve learned from each other, the unexpected ways the podcast has shaped them, and the deep gratitude they feel for the listeners who joined them from 861 cities and 47 countries. It’s a conversation about endings, beginnings, and the beauty of change. If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to close a meaningful chapter with both sadness and hope—this one’s for you.

All episodes edited and mixed by Jake Musiker.

Life doesn’t always follow a script—and that’s where the real magic happens. In this episode of Collecting Insight, we dive into the surprising power of being impromptu: how unplanned moments shift our perspective, challenge our reactions, and often expose the emotions we try hardest to hide. We also unravel the curious truth that what we see in others is usually just a reflection of ourselves. Layer in a conversation about technology, data, and the way they both amplify and distort our human instincts, and you’ve got a raw look at what it means to live unfiltered in a world that loves control.

All episodes edited and mixed by Jake Musiker.

Money is a powerful force in our lives—yet it’s also one of the most avoided conversations. In this episode of Collecting Insight, Lori and Sara dive headfirst into the taboo topic of money: How we feel about it, the emotions it evokes, what we hide, and what we wish we could say out loud but rarely do. Together, they explore the stories we inherit about money, the way it impacts our sense of security and self-worth, and how it weaves into our closest relationships.

From unspoken resentments to quiet fears, from joy to shame, money carries weight far beyond dollars and cents. Lori and Sara ask the questions we’re often too uncomfortable to voice—and invite listeners to reflect on their own money stories with honesty and compassion.

All episodes edited and mixed by Jake Musiker.

What happens when a simple game becomes a teacher? In this episode, Bobby Riley—author of Pickleball and the Practice of Being Human and an award-winning principal—sits down with Lori and Sara to share how pickleball became a space of joy, release, and community. For Bobby, every dink, rally, and moment of rhythm carries wisdom about life itself.

Beyond pickleball, Bobby opens up about the beauty and strain of leading students, how burnout reshaped his path, and the courage it takes to admit when you’re not okay. This is a conversation about play as poetry, and about finding renewal through honesty, vulnerability, and human connection.

All episodes edited and mixed by Jake Musiker.

Has your life ever been touched—really touched—by a dog? In this unforgettable episode of Collecting Insight, we dive deep into the extraordinary bond between humans and their canine companions. From heroic loyalty to quiet moments of healing, Sara and Lori share deeply personal stories that explore how dogs shape our families, connect us with strangers, and carry us through our most vulnerable seasons.

You’ll hear the tale of Chester, who seemed to know a secret before anyone else did, and how Huxley turned a simple vacation into a celebration of connection. But not every story ends the way we hope. Bruno—loved deeply—had to be given away due to aggression. It’s a reminder that even the hardest choices can come from a place of love.

This is a love letter to the dogs that hold us up, sit with us in silence, and somehow always seem to know what we need, sometimes better than we do. Even when they don’t stay, they stay with us.

All episodes edited and mixed by Jake Musiker.

What happens after the crowd roars, the lights fade, and the jersey is hung up? In this riveting episode of Collecting Insight, hosts Sara and Lori sit down with longtime friend and special guest Jeff Schulman—a former NHL draftee and current Athletic Director at the University of Vermont—for a raw, real, and timely conversation about the emotional journey of today’s college athletes.

Jeff brings decades of insight from both sides of the game: as a Division I hockey player and as the leader reshaping the student-athlete experience in an era defined by pressure, social media, NIL, and skyrocketing mental health concerns. He opens up about what’s changed since his own college days, the toll expectations are taking on athletes now, and how UVM’s trailblazing Catamount Sport Psychology and Counseling Program is helping students reclaim their well-being—and their identities—off the field.

Expect unfiltered stories, surprising reflections, and even a few laughs (yes, including a legendary ECAC goal scored against Harvard… while one teammate watched from the penalty box). You’ll hear about two athletes' brave decisions to speak publicly about depression—and why that courage is quietly rewriting the future of college sports.

Whether you’re a parent navigating your child’s athletic journey, a coach searching for better ways to lead, or simply someone who cares about mental health, this conversation will stick with you.

🎧 Tune in for the episode every athlete—and every adult who supports one—needs to hear.
Because sometimes, the most important game is the one happening inside.

All episodes edited and mixed by Jake Musiker.

Here’s the truth: You’re not failing. You’re just trained to think you are.

In this fire-starter of an episode, Lori and Sara take on one of the most common self-sabotaging habits we all share—over-focusing on failure. They break down the brain science (hello, negativity bias), call out cultural myths that equate results with worth, and show how all-or-nothing thinking shuts down real growth.

You’ll walk away with a more grounded, empowering definition of success—one that starts with showing up, not checking boxes.  You'll see how focusing too much on what went wrong might be stopping you from seeing the amazing things that could happen next.

💥Listen in - this Insight Exchange could change the way you speak to yourself forever.

All episodes edited and mixed by Jake Musiker.

You’re burnt out. You’re always “on.”
You say yes when you mean no — and you’re so used to it, you barely notice anymore.

This week, we’re joined by the deeply insightful Beatriz Victoria Albina — a Family Nurse Practitioner and Somatic Life Coach — who gently unpacks how we learn to leave ourselves behind in order to be loved, chosen, or safe.

Together, we talk about:

• Emotional outsourcing — what it is and how to recognize it
• The nervous system roots of burnout, overgiving, and collapse
• Why people-pleasing is not your personality — it’s a survival strategy
• And the body-based tools that will bring you home to yourself

You don’t need to keep proving your worth to feel at peace.
This episode is your permission slip to return to your body, your voice, your life.

 Beatriz is also offering a beautiful gift for our listeners: free meditations, inner child guides, and nervous system exercises → BeatrizAlbina.com/CollectingInsight

All episodes edited and mixed by Jake Musiker.

In a powerful new episode, Lori and Sara dive deep into one of humanity’s oldest questions: Are people inherently good? With their signature mix of sharp insight and unfiltered honesty, they also tackle two hot-button listener questions—navigating the rising pressure around early Botox use and unpacking the cultural obsession with weight. Don’t miss this compelling conversation that’s sparking dialogue across the country, as the hosts break down why we do what we do—and how our judgments shape the world around us.

All episodes edited and mixed by Jake Musiker.

What does true strength look like? In this unforgettable episode, we sit down with David Cohen, an 81-year-old Vietnam War veteran, lifelong public servant, and one of the most remarkable people you’ll ever meet.

From leading a POW hospital deep in the Mekong Delta to cycling 20 miles a day through Vermont, rain or shine—returning to the gym just weeks after open-heart surgery—Dave’s story defies expectation at every turn. His life is a masterclass in grit, heart, and unshakable purpose.

We dive into the raw realities of war in a POW hospital, the brotherhood forged through tough times, and the often silent struggle of coming home. Dave opens up about the highs, the heartbreak, and the lessons he hopes will echo through generations to come.

This episode is more than a war story. It’s a story of endurance, healing, and the quiet power of living with intention.

Tune in—you won’t forget this one.

All episodes edited and mixed by Jake Musiker.