Everyone wants to lead, but no one talks enough about how exhausting leadership can be. In this episode of Jew From The Lou, I sit down with Jazmin Wheeler, certified executive coach and holistic leadership advocate, to talk about what leadership is meant to feel like when it actually supports the whole person.

Jazmin shares her journey through some of the most sought-after companies in the world, including Disney World, the Emmys Foundation, CNN, and Amazon, and why even dream roles can feel empty when leadership drains rather than develops people. We talk about the pressure to follow the rules, climb the ladder, and chase milestone after milestone, only to realize that success can feel anti climactic when it lacks purpose.

We explore leadership beyond titles, pay, and prestige, including why the corporate ladder does not always need to end in people management. Some leaders are meant to thrive as individual contributors, creative leaders, or project drivers, and organizations are stronger when those paths are honored. Jazmin also explains how she coaches her clients like a gardener tending a garden, creating the conditions for sustainable growth rather than forcing outcomes.

Our conversation goes deeper into faith, marriage, and what it takes to build something lasting both professionally and personally. We discuss trusting God security over job security and the reality that while everyone wants to build a village, not everyone wants to be a villager.

Jazmin is a certified executive coach and advocate for holistic leadership of mind, body, and spirit. She offers one-on-one coaching programs and group workshops, with a niche focus on immigrants, first-generation Americans, and first-generation professionals.

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Website: https://www.jdwheelerstl.com/

Instagram: @hiii_imjazmin

Email: [email protected]

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This week, we sit down with Elisa Travis, PT, PPCES, founder of HomeCore Physical Therapy. Elisa’s story begins in 1993 when she became the only Orthodox Jewish woman in her physical therapy program, breaking barriers and honoring her faith in a field that had never seen someone like her.

After decades of working in traditional PT settings, Elisa found herself in an acute psychiatric hospital feeling unfulfilled and ready for something different. A stiff neck, a steak dinner fundraiser, and a chance meeting with Dr. Richard Cohen led her to shadow renowned PT Andy Lear. That experience changed everything. Elisa discovered pelvic floor therapy and instantly knew she had found her calling.

She fell in love with the intimacy, the bedside manner, and the deep emotional support this work requires. She wanted more time with her patients, more privacy, more warmth, and the freedom to treat women the way they deserve to be treated. That vision led her to create HomeCore, her in-home pelvic floor practice serving women through pregnancy, postpartum healing, and the transitions of perimenopause.

In this episode we talk about faith, intuition, motherhood, career reinvention, and the courage it takes to build the life you were meant for. Elisa’s journey proves that purpose often appears in the most unexpected moments.

If you want to learn more or explore private in-home pelvic floor therapy, Elisa offers a free 15 minute clarity call. Reach out to schedule your call and begin your healing journey.

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Call: 314-390-9228

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This week, we sit down with Ryan Green, Founder and Chief Media Officer of The Last Splash. Ryan’s journey is anything but ordinary. He went from dropping out of college to play online poker professionally to becoming one of the most respected media minds in St. Louis, with over 15 years of experience leading innovation in digital marketing and advertising technology.

Ryan shares what it was like to have his entire career disappear overnight on April 15, 2011 when online poker became illegal, and how he rebuilt his life by betting on himself again. Using the same analytical and strategic skills that made him successful in poker, he carved out a powerful career in media, helped scale Coegi into a fast-growing agency, and became a leader in emerging trends like CTV, streaming audio, and influencer strategy.

We also dive into his surprise pandemic baby and how becoming a father shifted everything he thought he knew about purpose, presence, and modern masculinity. Ryan opens up about the transformation of fatherhood, the joy he never saw coming, and what it means to lead with heart.

From reinvention and resilience to taking chances and doing business with everyone, regardless of race, gender, culture, or religion, Ryan’s story reminds us that the biggest wins come from betting on yourself.

Grab a cup of coffee and tune in for a conversation filled with honesty, growth, and the courage to take risks.

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This week we dive into the reality of grief and healing with Jennifer Campolo as we talk about what it means to live through loss, tune in to what you truly need, and find your way back to yourself one moment at a time.

We open up about how grief changes the way you see the world and how, in a grief illiterate society, people often don’t know how to show up. Sometimes talk therapy is not the answer. Sometimes the deepest healing comes from simple presence and allowing yourself to feel what’s real.

Jennifer shares her journey of losing both of her parents young and the questions that followed about consciousness, the soul, and what happens when our loved ones pass. We talk about The Orchid and the Dandelion and how everyone heals differently, some with resilience and some with sensitivity, but all capable of growth with the right care.

It’s an honest conversation about tuning into your own needs, letting healing take the time it takes, and remembering that relationships ebb and flow like an infinity symbol. Love can help you grow into your best self, even before you feel “complete.”

Rav Hutner taught that in this world there are no answers and in the next world there are no questions. This episode is a reminder to find peace in the mystery, follow your deepest truth, and live fully while you’re here.

Tune in and feel inspired to honor your process, show up for the people you love, and step into your life with courage.

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Instagram: @jennruss9

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This week we dive into the journey of self-discovery with Allison Chrisman as we talk about what it means to decenter men, stop shrinking yourself, and trust your vision especially when no one else can see it yet.

We open up about the loneliness that comes when you know you’re meant for more but haven’t quite found your purpose, and how to lean into that uncertainty with curiosity instead of fear.

Allison shares how practices like yoga, breathwork, reiki, cold plunges, meditation, and affirmations have helped her quiet the outside noise and tune in to what her heart already knows.

It’s a raw, honest conversation about finding your light again, learning to listen to yourself, and building the courage to follow your path on your terms.

Tune in and get inspired to trust your process, shine without apology, and align with your true self.

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Website: Elevate, Expand, and Evolve with Allison | Transform Your Journey

Instagram: @iamallisonchrisman

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This week, we dive into the sweet side of struggle with Kramer Eggemeyer, founder of Ready Fitness Training in St. Louis.

Kramer shares his journey from falling in love with fitness in a small-town gym to building his own powerhouse training facility—literally from the ground up. We talk about the thrill of entrepreneurship, the grind of starting from scratch, and what it takes to stay the course when things get tough.

From his grassroots marketing strategy built on word of mouth and referrals, to his mission of empowering coaches and clients alike, Kramer proves that when passion meets purpose, even the hardest challenges can turn into opportunities—aka turning sh*t into sugar.

☕️ Tune in and get inspired to take your own leap of faith, build your dream, and keep going no matter what.

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What happens when you turn your family’s land into a legacy? For Samantha Williford, it wasn’t just about building a business, it was about building a sanctuary.

In this episode, Samantha and I dive into the story behind Lost Hill Lake, a 200-acre oasis her family has cultivated for over five decades. What started as a single wedding on their farm blossomed into a full-scale destination for glamping, wellness retreats, cold plunges, saunas, and breathtaking events rooted in nature.

Sam shares how she balances her data-driven, Type A mindset with her love for slowing down, reconnecting, and helping others do the same. Together, we explore entrepreneurship, boundaries, and what it really means to create a life and business that aligns with your soul.

Because life is long if you’re lucky, so why not create the reality of your dreams?

Take a breath, feel inspired, and plan your next escape to Lost Hill Lake

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What drives someone to climb a mountain? For some, it’s adventure. For others, it’s purpose. For Sam and I...it was both.

In this episode, Sam and I dive into the wild, humbling, and life-changing journey of conquering our own mountains. I climbed Mount Kilimanjaro as a self-proclaimed girly girl and princess, while Sam, a true force of nature, climbed Mount Cotopaxi with the ROMP team for their 10th anniversary to prove how far determination (and prosthetic legs) can go.

Here’s what makes this full circle: Sam was actually the one who inspired me to take the leap after interviewing him last year. His story lit the fire that pushed me to climb Kilimanjaro myself. Now, a year later, I’m honored to call him Le Café’s very first Brand Ambassador.

In honor of Sam and all he stands for, Le Café is donating 10% of October’s profits to Less Leg, More Heart, and Sam will personally hand-deliver the donation at their gala this November. Use code CWCW10 at www.lecafe.us to contribute today!

We unpack what it truly means to take that leap of faith—beyond the documentaries, books, and movies—and what happens when courage meets calling. Because the real climb isn’t just up the mountain. It’s within.

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In this episode, I sit down with Heather Borman, the powerhouse behind The Selfie Room STL, to talk about reinvention, reflection, and the courage it takes to choose yourself.

Heather’s journey is nothing short of transformational. From working in casinos to leading global training programs for Boeing, to selling two Bitcoin to buy The Selfie Room*,* her story is one of grit, self-discovery, and fearless creativity.

She opens up about living abroad in China, getting sober, walking away from her marriage, coming out, and starting over with nothing but two suitcases, a backpack, and a dream. We dive deep into how her experiences shaped her belief that everyone deserves to be seen, celebrated, and loved for exactly who they are.

Together, we explore the power of documenting your life, healing from our fathers’ influence, navigating depression, and breaking free from the pressure of routine. Heather taught me that taking selfies isn’t selfish, it’s sacred. It’s about capturing the beauty of who you are, right now, in this moment.

This episode is a love letter to self-acceptance, empowerment, and the magic that happens when you step into your own light.

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Sometimes life hands us an invitation, subtle at first, disguised as a trip, a conversation, or even a name. In this episode, I sit down with Lunna, who opens up for the very first time about the story behind her chosen name and what it represents.

Our conversation isn’t just about names, though. It’s about identity, about listening to that inner voice that tells you there’s more to life than the daily routine, and about recognizing when the universe is nudging you to step forward. Lunna shares how one invitation led to another, how the courage to say yes reshaped her path, and how transformation often begins with a single step out of the familiar.

Together, we reflect on the power of choice, the magic of traveling beyond your comfort zone, and the reminder that survival alone isn’t enough. As Robin Williams’ character once said, “Poetry, beauty, romance, love…these are what we stay alive for.”

This is an episode about answering the invitations life gives you and discovering the version of yourself that’s been waiting all along.

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