Jorge Valdivia is a Latinx LGBT activist, co-founder of the Latino Writers Initiative, and currently the Director of Performing Arts, Film, Literature for the National Museum of Mexican Art located in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago.

Danielle Peterson is the founder and creator of Hollaback Cards. I started following Danielle years ago on Instagram and have been lucky enough to watch her business grow over the years. In this episode we talk about balancing our corporate jobs and passion projects, the benefits of social media and the impact it has on women as well as our mutual love for all things pop culture and Bravo.  

Ian Weinberger is the Music Director and Conductor of Hamilton. After graduating with his undergraduate degree in Music Education at Northwestern, Ian moved to New York City. He worked on several Broadway shows, including Kinky Boots and The Book of Mormon, which eventually led to his current role at Hamilton. 

Wendy Berger is the CEO and founder of WBS Equities and brings decades of experience in strategic planning, execution, and exits for rapid growth start-ups. She loves being a part of the explosive growth phase of companies and working alongside founders to provide strategic leadership and guidance to help create dynamic and forward-thinking organizations. Wendy has also paved the way for women in the cannabis industry by co-founding Illinois Women in Cannabis (IWC) in 2014. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of Green Thumb Industries and on the Board of directors of the Jewish Federation/Jewish United Fund of Chicago. 

This conversation covers everything from what tools in Wendy's toolbelt she used to rebuild her life after losing her brother and husband to how she chooses to live a joyful and purposeful life.  

Claire Willis is a clinical social worker who has worked in oncology and bereavement for over 20 years, co-founded the Boston nonprofit Facing Cancer Together, and recently released the book, Opening to Grief- Finding Your Way From Loss to Peace. All of us experience loss at some point in our lives. Over the last two years, we as a society have experienced a tremendous amount of loss, and this conversation is exceptionally timely. 

I am dedicating this episode to my dear friend Jordan Filler; he was gone far too soon, but the memory of him will always be in our hearts.

 Stephen G. Post is a best-selling author, public speaker, researcher, and the founding director of the Center of Medical Humanities, Compassionate Care and Bioethics at Stony Brook University. Stephen is recognized internationally for his work focusing on unselfish and compassionate love at the interface of science, ethics, religious thought, and behavioral medicine. In addition, he is a recognized expert on the spiritual and ethical aspects of caring for individuals with dementia. 

Milt Coronado, also known as Milt-One is a well know Chicago street artist. Milt’s story of overcoming self-destructive behavior, dealing with the unexpected murder of his father at a young age, and ultimately finding his purpose in life to become an artist, is a story you do not want to miss! 

Meet Nick Roach! You might recognize this former Bears and Raiders player for those of you from Chicago, but there is so much more to Nick than what he accomplished on the field during his time in the NFL. We will tackle Nick’s story head-on and are excited for our listeners to learn more about him, his faith, and why you must fully launch yourself into a life of fulfillment.

Meet Elena Besser! Elena is a Chicago-bred Chef and TV Host who currently resides in Brooklyn. Besides being a rock-star on the Food Network Kitchen, Elena is the founder and culinary director of The Lineup a series highlighting the top cooks working at the best restaurants in America. 

With over a million copies sold, Mark Nepo has inspired readers, seekers, and believers all over the world with his #1 New York Times Bestseller The Book of Awakening. He is a beloved poet, teacher, storyteller, and philosopher. Mark’s profound spiritual awakening occurred in 1987 after he was diagnosed with a rare form of lymphoma and while undergoing treatment, he embarked on a journey that would influence his later works.