In this compelling episode of "Prevention Pioneers," host Laura Kunz welcomes back Joe Coughlin, who shares his transformative journey battling stage four lung cancer. Joe discusses how embracing a holistic approach to health, including traditional and naturopathic medicine, empowered him to take control of his well-being.

Explore Joe’s insights on the importance of self-advocacy, dietary changes, and the role of mental health in healing. Discover how he's turning his experience into a mission to help others with preventative care initiatives.

Key Takeaways | Chapters

• Introduction: Joe's Return (0:01:00)
• Discovering the Diagnosis (0:01:30)
• Embracing Holistic Health (0:02:58)
• Advocacy and Self-Care (0:08:37)
• Naturopathic Insights and Diet Changes (0:14:25)
• Mental Health and Spirituality (0:23:00)
• Launching a Foundation for Prevention (0:30:38)
• Final Thoughts and Reflections (0:34:13)

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🔹 One-on-one coaching & therapy for individuals

🔹 Manager wellness & leadership support

🔹 Seamless integration into your existing benefits ecosystem

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Prevention Pioneers is a podcast for leaders committed to using cutting-edge preventative wellness strategies to shift the narrative of mental health, maximize engagement, and minimize absenteeism. Hosted by Laura Kunz, a passionate advocate for mental and holistic health.

In this episode of "Prevention Pioneers," host Mike Holloway talks with Heather Mitts, a three-time Olympic gold medalist, about her transition from professional soccer to motherhood and mental health advocacy. Heather shares her journey of balancing family life with the pressures of her athletic career, emphasizing the significance of gratitude and self-care in maintaining mental well-being.

Explore Heather's experiences as she navigates life after sports, discusses the pressures faced by young athletes, and offers advice on resilience and mindfulness. Her insights provide valuable lessons on embracing change and finding joy in the present moment.

Key Takeaways | Chapters

• Introduction to Heather Mitts (0:01:03)
• Transitioning from Athletics to Family Life (0:02:17)
• Embracing Gratitude and Self-Care (0:03:59)
• Challenges of Post-Athletic Life (0:10:12)
• Advice for Young Athletes (0:15:01)
• Quickfire Questions with Heather (0:17:19)
• Final Thoughts on Mental Health and Balance (0:26:01)

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🔹 An extensive content library with courses, live events, and tools

🔹 One-on-one coaching & therapy for individuals

🔹 Manager wellness & leadership support

🔹 Seamless integration into your existing benefits ecosystem

Prevention Pioneers is a podcast for leaders committed to using cutting-edge preventative wellness strategies to shift the narrative of mental health, maximize engagement, and minimize absenteeism. Hosted by Mike Holloway, President & Co-Founder of Spirence and a passionate mental health advocate.

In this episode of "Prevention Pioneers," host Mike Holloway sits down with Jack Lynch, former President and CEO of Main Line Health, to discuss his experiences and insights on leading through chaotic times. Jack shares his journey of navigating the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the importance of transparency, resilience, and mental health support within the healthcare workforce. Explore the crucial role of prevention in healthcare and discover how fostering a supportive environment can contribute to a healthier community.

Jack also explores the importance of mental health as an integral part of overall well-being and the necessity of removing stigmas associated with seeking help. Listen in as he provides practical tips for leaders to empower their teams, balance organizational priorities, and maintain a clear focus on patient care and workforce well-being.

Key Takeaways | Chapters

• Introduction to Jack Lynch (0:00)
• The Role of Prevention in Healthcare (2:17)
• Leading Through COVID-19 Challenges (5:08)
• Supporting Mental Health in the Workforce (10:31)
• Practical Leadership Tips and Insights (20:29)
• Quickfire Leadership Questions (25:36)
• Final Thoughts on Prevention and Leadership (31:00)

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🔹 Extensive content library with courses, live events, and tools

🔹 One-on-one coaching & therapy for individuals

🔹 Manager wellness & leadership support 

🔹 Seamless integration into your existing benefits ecosystem

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Prevention Pioneers is a podcast for leaders who are committed to using cutting-edge preventative wellness strategies to shift the narrative of mental health, maximize engagement, and minimize absenteeism.

This podcast is hosted by Mike Holloway, the President & Co-Founder of Spirence and a passionate mental health advocate.

Why Vulnerability Is a Leader’s Superpower (And How to Leverage It) With Katrina Moriarty

Hosted by Laura Kunz, this episode features Katrina Moriarty, COO of Aon Consumer Benefit Solutions and mental health advocate. Katrina discusses why it’s important for leaders everywhere to model vulnerability, openness, and calm in times of change to foster trust, psychological safety, and stronger team performance.

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

Fostering good mental health in a large team (01:04)

On transformational leadership (05:39)

What NOT to do as an operations leader (08:22)

Your employees are human first (16:37)

Fostering an open culture at work (18:44)

Avoid this during times of change! (21:30)

Balancing your communication efforts (25:40)

Quick Q&A (31:52)

Additional Resources:

🌱 Book a FREE demo of our preventative mental health platform: https://spirencewellness.com/solutions/ 

🌱 Go to https://spirencewellness.com/ and gain access to: 

🔹 Extensive content library with courses, live events, and tools

🔹 One-on-one coaching & therapy for individuals

🔹 Manager wellness & leadership support 

🔹 Seamless integration into your existing benefits ecosystem

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Prevention Pioneers is a podcast for leaders who are committed to using cutting-edge preventative wellness strategies to shift the narrative of mental health, maximize engagement, and minimize absenteeism.

This podcast is hosted by Laura Kunz, the Co-Founder & CGO of Spirence and a passionate mental health advocate. 

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Slow Down, It's Your Fastest Path to Growth With Matt Espe

Hosted by Laura Kunz, this episode features Matt Espe, chairman, director, advisor, and investor who has led transformations in several multi‑billion dollar firms (including Armstrong, GE, and Icon). Matt discusses what it takes to achieve sustainable transformation and why leaders everywhere need to prioritize team wellbeing, trust, and patience just as much as strategy and execution.

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

Supporting your team’s wellbeing through big changes (01:18)

Navigating the return-to-office times (06:22)

Leading organizations through change (09:41)

One mindset shift that changed everything (17:45)

Three tips for better mental health (25:53)

The importance of a good support system (30:36)

Raising children vs raising organizations (32:16)

Why organizations need to prioritize mental health (34:48)

Rapid-fire Q&A (37:27)

Additional Resources:

🌱 Book a FREE demo of our preventative mental health platform: https://spirencewellness.com/solutions/ 

🌱 Go to https://spirencewellness.com/ and gain access to: 

🔹 Extensive content library with courses, live events, and tools

🔹 One-on-one coaching & therapy for individuals

🔹 Manager wellness & leadership support 

🔹 Seamless integration into your existing benefits ecosystem

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Prevention Pioneers is a podcast for leaders who are committed to using cutting-edge preventative wellness strategies to shift the narrative of mental health, maximize engagement, and minimize absenteeism.

This podcast is hosted by Laura Kunz, the Co-Founder & CGO of Spirence and a passionate mental health advocate. 

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Are you confusing what you do with who you are?

It's one of the biggest traps high performers fall into, especially in leadership and sales. They chase success, hit goals, and take pride in results, but when things go wrong, they don’t just feel like they failed at a task, they feel like THEY are the failure.

In this episode, special host Mike Holloways sits down with David Mattson, Executive Chairman of Sandler, to discuss just that.

David has spent nearly four decades coaching leaders and sales professionals on how to stay resilient in high-pressure roles. And his message is one we all need to hear: Your identity is not your job.

Together, Mike and David unpack the powerful idea that who you are and what you do are two very different things, and how separating the two can help you avoid burnout, rebound from failure faster, and become an overall better leader.

Listen now and learn:

• Why “grit” isn’t enough to build real resilience
• The IR Theory and why it’s a game-changer for mental health
• How your attitude can make OR break your success long term
• How leaders can give tough feedback without damaging someone’s self-worth
• What to do when you're stuck in a funk and can’t shake it

If you're tired of letting your job define your value and are ready to be so much more than that, then this is the episode for you!

Tune in now.

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

Resilience is more than grit (01:51)

Why you need to separate your identity from your role (09:26)

What actually causes burnout? (20:35)

Consistency is a must (26:03)

The RYIT framework for mental clarity (28:29)

The behavioral cookbook (35:11)

Additional Resources:

🌱 Book a FREE demo of our preventative mental health platform: https://spirencewellness.com/solutions/ 

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🔹 Extensive content library with courses, live events, and tools

🔹 One-on-one coaching & therapy for individuals

🔹 Manager wellness & leadership support 

🔹 Seamless integration into your existing benefits ecosystem

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Prevention Pioneers is a podcast for leaders who are committed to using cutting-edge preventative wellness strategies to shift the narrative of mental health, maximize engagement, and minimize absenteeism.

This podcast is hosted by Laura Kunz, the Co-Founder & CGO of Spirence and a passionate mental health advocate. 

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What does success look like to you?

For many, it’s about being the best and reaching the top, and sure, that’s part of it. But lasting success is what happens when the pressure is on and when failure strikes.

Someone who knows this very well is our guest - World Series MVP and MLB legend Cole Hamels.

Cole spent nearly two decades competing at the highest level of baseball. But he’s here to talk about the inner game.

Laura and Mike sit down with Cole to explore what it really takes to sustain excellence over time. He opens up about how failure shaped him, why perfectionism nearly cost him, and how he protects his mental health without losing his edge.

Cole also shares his journey of reinventing himself after retirement, and why staying open to new challenges has kept him growing.

This episode is for anyone who wants to perform at a high level without losing themselves in the process.

🎧 Don’t miss this episode!

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

Performance under pressure & success foundations (03:31)

Career-defining injury and mindset shift (06:59)

Holistic performance approach (09:59)

Influential books and learning resources (11:45)

Challenges and adaptation (14:56)

Perfectionism as a double-edged tool (17:52)

Pivotal leadership moment (24:05)

Career transition and current roles (28:23)

Personal development and authenticity (32:52)

Burnout prevention and recovery (38:46)

Additional Resources:

🌱 Book a FREE demo of our preventative mental health platform: https://spirencewellness.com/solutions/ 

🌱 Go to https://spirencewellness.com/ and gain access to: 

🔹 Extensive content library with courses, live events, and tools

🔹 One-on-one coaching & therapy for individuals

🔹 Manager wellness & leadership support 

🔹 Seamless integration into your existing benefits ecosystem

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Prevention Pioneers is a podcast for leaders who are committed to using cutting-edge preventative wellness strategies to shift the narrative of mental health, maximize engagement, and minimize absenteeism.

This podcast is hosted by Laura Kunz, the Co-Founder & CGO of Spirence and a passionate mental health advocate. 

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Friends, what does resilience mean to you?

Many would say it’s about staying strong in the face of adversity and life’s difficulties, and they would be right.

But that’s not all.

The truth is, resilience doesn’t always mean being tough and taking all the hits; in fact, sometimes, it’s all about the willingness to be open and vulnerable—yes, even as a leader.

Someone who understands the power of resilience is our guest on the podcast this week, our very own founder, the amazing Mike Holloway.

Mike is also the founder of Futures Recovery Healthcare. But more than that, he is someone who leads with heart. With over a decade in behavioral health, he’s seen the highs, the lows, and everything in between. And in this conversation, he opens up in a way most leaders don’t.

Laura and Mike talk about what resilience actually looks like. Mike also shares how therapy changed the way he leads, how he’s learning to prioritize family without letting go of professional drive, and what it really takes to build teams that stick around.

This discussion is a gold mine of great advice for anyone who wants to become a better leader and a better person.

Sounds like you?

Then tune in now!

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

What is true resilience? (01:07)

Staying positive during hard times (06:43)

Lessons of resilience (08:07)

How to stay grounded as a leader (11:47)

Let’s talk about work life balance (18:51)

Why you need to have difficult conversations (24:10)

Additional Resources:

🌱 Book a FREE demo of our preventative mental health platform: https://spirencewellness.com/solutions/ 

🌱 Go to https://spirencewellness.com/ and gain access to: 

🔹 Extensive content library with courses, live events, and tools

🔹 One-on-one coaching & therapy for individuals

🔹 Manager wellness & leadership support 

🔹 Seamless integration into your existing benefits ecosystem

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Prevention Pioneers is a podcast for leaders who are committed to using cutting-edge preventative wellness strategies to shift the narrative of mental health, maximize engagement, and minimize absenteeism.

This podcast is hosted by Laura Kunz, the Co-Founder & CGO of Spirence and a passionate mental health advocate. 

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Leading in the midst of chaos, when lives hang in the balance, is a challenge few can master. And no one knows this better than our guest on the Prevention Pioneers podcast this week, the amazing Houston Park.

Houston is a true leader in the field of crisis management, he has spent decades leading teams through life-and-death situations, from his work as a firefighter and paramedic to his time consulting on disaster preparedness internationally. 

He’s no stranger to high-pressure moments where every decision matters. 

In this episode, he opens up about what it really takes to lead when the situation is chaotic and the risks are high. He also talks about his work in tackling the opioid epidemic, where he pioneered a program that combines Narcan with buprenorphine (Suboxone) to treat overdose victims.

Leading through chaos isn’t easy, but Houston’s approach highlights how preparation, mental resilience, and strong leadership can help guide teams through even the toughest challenges. His story is about more than just saving lives, it’s about supporting your team through high-stakes situations and preventing burnout.

Want to learn more about Houston’s journey?

Then don’t miss this episode!

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

Meet Houston (00:28)

How to build resilience (14:13)

Houston’s career shift (20:44)

Working on the opioid crisis (27:42)

Prevention tips from Houston (48:29)

Additional Resources:

🌱 Book a FREE demo of our preventative mental health platform: https://spirencewellness.com/solutions/ 

🌱 Go to https://spirencewellness.com/ and gain access to: 

🔹 Extensive content library with courses, live events, and tools

🔹 One-on-one coaching & therapy for individuals

🔹 Manager wellness & leadership support 

🔹 Seamless integration into your existing benefits ecosystem

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Prevention Pioneers is a podcast for leaders who are committed to using cutting-edge preventative wellness strategies to shift the narrative of mental health, maximize engagement, and minimize absenteeism.

This podcast is hosted by Laura Kunz, the Co-Founder & CGO of Spirence and a passionate mental health advocate. 

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In this episode of Prevention Pioneers, Laura sits down with Sims Tillirson, a mental health messaging strategist, keynote speaker, and president of the board of directors for Pathways to Healing, a rape crisis center. 

Sims takes us on a deeply personal journey, sharing how his experiences with trauma, addiction, and recovery have shaped his life and his career alike.

He also talks about how, in a world that often demands perfection, especially from men, his decision to share his story of childhood sexual abuse and CPTSD publicly became a game-changer. What began as a vulnerable post on social media about his struggles with substance abuse spiraled into a wave of professional opportunities, including keynote speaking engagements and consulting work with companies focused on mental health.

Finally, Sims discusses the crucial role that middle management plays in building mentally healthy workplaces. He breaks down how organizations can do more than just offer crisis intervention programs; they can empower their managers to create real, supportive cultures that prioritize mental well-being for all employees.

This discussion is all about embracing your authentic self, confronting your past, and using your pain as a source of strength. 

Sims’ story is a testament to the power of vulnerability, and his insights on leadership, substance abuse recovery, and corporate wellness are nothing short of inspiring.

Tune in to learn more about his journey.

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

Meet Sims (01:14)

Authenticity in corporate America (09:05)

The most important layer in an organization (13:31)

From sharing on social media to becoming a keynote speaker (18:42)

All you need to do is show up as yourself (22:23)

Breaking the generational curse of trauma (29:30)

How to get people help efficiently in the corporate world (37:51)

Additional Resources:

🌱 Book a FREE demo of our preventative mental health platform: https://spirencewellness.com/solutions/ 

🌱 Go to https://spirencewellness.com/ and gain access to: 

🔹 Extensive content library with courses, live events, and tools

🔹 One-on-one coaching & therapy for individuals

🔹 Manager wellness & leadership support 

🔹 Seamless integration into your existing benefits ecosystem

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Prevention Pioneers is a podcast for leaders who are committed to using cutting-edge preventative wellness strategies to shift the narrative of mental health, maximize engagement, and minimize absenteeism.

This podcast is hosted by Laura Kunz, the Co-Founder & CGO of Spirence and a passionate mental health advocate. 

Don’t forget to follow/subscribe so you never miss a new episode!