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From a turbulent childhood to early success in the computer industry, from selling her company at 49 to building 130+ water systems in Ethiopia, Lori Pappas has lived multiple lifetimes of service and reinvention. Now an author and speaker, Lori shares a clear path for turning struggle into wisdom—and why your most expansive season might be ahead of you.

Resources:

• Lori’s website: loripappas.com
• Read: The Magic of Yes

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We sit down with sociologist and sexologist Dr. Pepper Schwartz for a candid, science-backed exploration of love, desire, and connection across the lifespan. From the biology of attraction to the emotional architecture of long-term partnership, Pepper brings five decades of research—and 19 seasons of *Married at First Sight*—to reveal what truly makes relationships last. We talk about the myths that still surround aging and sexuality, how fantasy shapes our understanding of intimacy, and why chemistry, communication, and curiosity matter more than perfection. It’s an illuminating conversation about staying vibrant—in body, mind, and heart—at every age. 

Resources:

• Read American Couples: Money, Work, and Sex

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We sit down with author and former legislator Dr. Ruth Nemzoff for a smart, compassionate guide to relating across generations—parents to adult kids, and families to in-laws. We explore why a well-meant *comment* can land like a *command*, how to set house rules when grown kids move home, and ways to balance joy and safety as parents age. Then we zoom out to purpose, community, and the everyday creativity that makes family life work.

Resources:

• Learn more at RuthNemzoff.com
• Connect with Dr. Ruth Nemzoff on LinkedIn
• Read Don’t Bite Your Tongue by Dr. Ruth Nemzoff
• Read Don’t Roll Your Eyes by Dr. Ruth Nemzoff

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What if the difference between choking and clutch is emotional, not technical? In this episode of Resonate, performance psychotherapist Dr. Rick Aberman joins Barry to unpack how identity, emotions, and attention shape our best (and worst) moments under pressure. We explore why vulnerability is the gateway to peak performance, how feelings precede thoughts, and the simple physiological resets that can flip momentum in your favor—on the field, in the boardroom, or during a rocky morning at home.

Resources:

• Learn more at RickAberman.com
• Read Why Good Coaches Quit by Rick Aberman & John Anderson
• Connect with Dr. Rick Aberman on LinkedIn

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What if you could see your life’s possibilities laid out before you?

In this thought-provoking episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with intuitive and medium Adela Lavine, author of Seer, to explore the unseen world of intuition, spirit communication, and the choices that shape our lives. Adela shares her personal journey—from resisting her gift to embracing it fully—and explains how she helps people connect with loved ones who have passed and tune into their own inner knowing. Along the way, she offers practical tools for trusting your instincts, addresses misconceptions about mediums, and emphasizes the ethics of her work. Barry receives a brief reading, leading to reflections on skepticism, metaphysics, and the freedom that comes with embracing uncertainty.

Resources:

• Adela Lavine’s website: adelalavine.com
• Read Seer by Adela Lavine
• Adela’s podcast: The House Medium

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Step into the art and science of listening with Elizabeth Rosner, acclaimed author of Third Ear: Reflections on the Art and Science of Listening. We explore the invisible threads that connect us through trauma, resilience, and the longing for true understanding. Elizabeth draws from her own family history as the daughter of Holocaust survivors and decades of research into healing, language, and connection. Together, we consider how listening extends beyond sound, embracing intuition, body, and even silence itself.

Discover stories about healing from trauma, the power of naming what we carry, and how horses and disconnected telephones can teach us new ways to connect. Whether through language, art, or quiet presence, we uncover how each of us can listen more deeply to ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

Resources:

• Learn more about Elizabeth’s work at elizabethrosner.com
• Read Third Ear: Reflections on the Art and Science of Listening

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How do you find hope after heartbreaking loss? In this moving episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with Julie Green—nurse, grief facilitator, and author of *A Thousand Little Memories*—to talk about love, loss, and healing. Julie opens up about losing her son Jack to suicide, her journey through shock and despair, and the steps she took to reclaim joy and purpose. She shares the small rituals and daily practices that anchored her, from mindful walks on the beach to honoring Jack’s memory with family traditions and dragonfly sightings. Along the way, Julie offers honest advice for supporting others through grief and breaks down the power of resources like the Grief Recovery Method and EMDR therapy. This is a conversation about the enduring presence of love, the importance of being present, and the hope that can emerge even in the most difficult chapters of life.

Resources:

• Read A Thousand Little Memories by Julie Green
• The Grief Recovery Method
• EMDR Therapy
• American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
• Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

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What does it take to let go of who you’ve always been and step into something new? In this powerful live episode, we sit down with Mexican actress Paola Núñez as she returns to her hometown of Tecate and shares the story of how she’s redefining success beyond the spotlight. Paola takes us behind the scenes of her rise to fame, the pressures of staying “young” in Hollywood, and the emptiness that set in when her passion for acting began to fade.

We explore how Paola is channeling her drive into animal welfare, founding a volunteer group to rescue, walk, and rehome stray dogs in a region where animal advocacy is still new. She speaks candidly about the challenge of breaking out of the “roles” we play for others, facing family expectations, and learning to find worth beyond what we do for a living.

Whether you’re chasing a dream, facing a turning point, or simply searching for new meaning, Paola’s journey will inspire you to ask: Who would I be if I let myself follow what lights me up?

Resources:

• Follow Paola on Instagram: @paolaNúñez
• Follow the LATA Foundation on Instagram: @latafoundation

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How does women’s leadership change the climate conversation? In this powerful episode, Barry sits down with trailblazers Pat Mitchell and Ronda Carnegie, co-founders of Project Dandelion, to explore why women-led movements are at the heart of global climate justice. From the symbolism of the dandelion to the urgent need for hope over fear, Pat and Ronda share the real stories, strategies, and practical actions that mobilize millions—and how everyone, not just women, can play a part. 

We learn how storytelling and collective action can break through paralysis, why funding women-led solutions is critical, and how regenerative agriculture, indigenous wisdom, and daily choices shape our planet’s future. Plus, hear how Rancho La Puerta’s long-standing commitment to sustainability serves as a model for communities everywhere.

Resources:

• Project Dandelion: https://projectdandelion.com
• Planetary Guardians & Planetary Health Check: https://planetaryguardians.org
• Mary Robinson’s book “Climate Justice”

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Jazz has always been more than a genre—it’s a conversation, a connection, and a way to heal. In this episode, we sit down with Sean Jones, acclaimed trumpeter, composer, and music educator, as he prepares to headline Rancho La Puerta’s first-ever Jazz Week alongside Billy Childs and Ben Williams. 

We follow Sean’s journey from his roots in Warren, Ohio, to the vibrant jazz scenes of Pittsburgh and Cleveland, through his formative years singing in church and picking up the trumpet as a shy fifth-grader. Sean shares stories of falling in love with jazz legends like Miles Davis and Dizzy Gillespie, the challenge and identity he found in his instrument, and his passion for both performance and education.

The conversation flows from the improvisational heart of jazz to its deep ties with healing and social history. Sean opens up about self-care, spirituality, and how his new band, focused on renewal and good vibrations, aims to bring music’s healing power to the world. Whether you’re a lifelong jazz lover or new to the genre, you’ll find inspiration in Sean’s perspective on creativity, collaboration, and the sound of silence.

Resources:

• Follow Sean’s work at sean-jones.com
• Follow Sean on Instagram: @seanyboymusic

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