More people than ever feel they are invisible and ignored, especially in their workplaces. To stop people from staying silent and isolating themselves, leaders must create a culture of significance where everyone is genuinely valued and cared for. Darrin Tulley sits down with Zach Mercurio, a researcher, leadership development facilitator, and speaker specializing in purposeful leadership, mattering, and meaningful work. Together, they discuss what it takes to address the worsening loneliness epidemic through the powerful practices of noticing, affirming, and needing. Zach talks about going beyond money to get rid of transactional approaches in favor of transformational leadership. Learn how to “improve the moment” in your next interaction to make everyone around you feel seen, valued, and needed.

Achieve epic clarity in your purpose and message not through endless analysis, but through the power of one single word. Author, speaker, and clarity coach Erin Weed details her surprisingly simple method for discovering your unique “one-word frequency” and “operating system” (10 words or less). Drawing on her experiences, including founding “Girls Fight Back” and speaker coaching for TEDx, Erin explains how authenticity is a skill and introduces her Head-Heart-Core® tool for expressing your full truth with kindness and confidence. She also shares why the most powerful leaders “go first” and discusses her upcoming book, Just One Word.

Living a meaningful and fulfilling life starts by doing the important work within yourself. Certified high-performance coach Erich Davis guides people down a profound journey of self-transformation and how to ignite your light with Happy Human Project. In this conversation with Darrin Tulley, he breaks down his workshops focused on unlocking your authenticity and stepping outside your comfort zone. He explains how you can tap into your best self by opening yourself to others and building genuine, long-lasting connections. Erich also warns against the dangers of chasing perfection and stresses why failure is a requirement to achieving success.

Unpack the power of restorative justice and practices and their profound impact on healing and accountability. This episode features Joe Brummer, a distinguished consultant in peacebuilding, restorative justice, and trauma-informed education. Joe courageously shares his personal journey, from surviving early trauma and violent hate crimes to dedicating his career to fostering safer and more compassionate environments. Discover how his mission is transforming schools by moving beyond traditional punitive systems to redefine accountability and cultivate stronger, healthier communities for everyone involved.

Even if you are dealing with traumatic experiences and life-threatening challenges, you can continue living inspired and love yourself with all your heart. Darrin Tulley welcomes John O'Leary, his 50th podcast guest, who shares how he refused to give up even though he was expected to succumb to his third-degree burns. He shares his incredible story of survival and how he uses his second chance to live as an inspirational speaker, best-selling author, and podcaster. John talks about the importance of living with childlike wonder, the power of embracing vulnerability, and how a community lifted him up to move forward no matter what, including sportscaster legend Jack Buck. He also discusses the upcoming film “Soul on Fire,” a dramatic retelling of his real-life childhood experience of surviving severe fire burns.

Chasing goals without grounding in who we are is a recipe for burnout—that’s why being matters more than ever in today’s hustle-fueled world. In this milestone solo episode, Rebecca Lee Desjardins unpacks the quiet, often-overlooked foundation of intentional leadership: presence, pause, and the deep wisdom of inner alignment. Through honest reflection and lived experience, she explores how redefining success from the inside out allows us to lead with clarity, connect with authenticity, and live with meaning beyond performance. This is a recalibration for the achiever ready to come home to themselves.

What if platonic love in the workplace wasn’t taboo—but transformational? In this episode, we sit down with Noah Ullman, a former marketing leader at Microsoft turned purpose-driven consultant, who's on a mission to help organizations doing good... do even better. Noah is diving deep into the ancient wisdom of love—yes, love—and exploring how dimensional, platonic love can radically shift the cultures of the places we work. He unpacks how self-love, agape, and authentic connection can lead to more compassionate, resilient, and human-centered leadership. Get ready for a heart-opening, soul-expanding conversation that might just change how you lead—and love—at work.

Humans are created to interact with each other, work in collaboration, and search for a place to belong. In this world of constant interconnectedness, made even more connected with the internet, inclusivity must never be set aside. Darrin Tulley explores what it takes to create improved humanity with author, podcaster, and TEDx speaker Michael Welp. Together, they discuss how to handle polarization and divisiveness in society that mess up communities and workplaces. Michael also explains the importance of showing up in your authentic self, building human-centric organizations, and creating long-lasting and genuine relationships in a fast-paced world.

Workplace culture is going down a messy path, with diversity and inclusion being downplayed or canceled. Visionary leader Tammy Tecklenburg is leading the movement to keep the conversation alive in ways people can relate to and value. She joins Darrin Tulley in this insightful conversation about helping organizations build high-performing and diverse teams through her company dott.®. Tammy shares the moments in her life that shaped her and how she lives with a purpose she first recognized at five years old when she learned about caring for others with her first doll, Dina. Tammy also underlines the power of connecting people, tapping into your emotional intelligence, being an ally, and making positive impacts wherever possible.

In this transformative episode, former police officer Jeremy Brewer reveals how a simple yet profound shift—the power of the pause—can reshape the way we engage with the world. From high-stakes crisis intervention to everyday conversations, Jeremy shares how creating space through mindful communication builds trust, defuses tension, and fosters genuine human connection. He takes us inside the emotional rollercoaster of law enforcement, offering real-life examples of how slowing down, listening deeply, and responding with intention can not only de-escalate conflict but also change—and even save—lives. Whether you’re a leader, a parent, or simply someone seeking more meaningful interactions, Jeremy’s insights will inspire you to embrace the space between reaction and response. Tune in for a powerful conversation that will challenge you to rethink how you show up—for yourself and for others.