Rise From The Ashes Podcast

Have you ever considered the possibility that within you lies dormant powers, just waiting to be awakened? Join us as Nate Zeleznick, a master of spiritual and martial arts, shares his transformation from a bullied youngster to a teacher of 'Jedi' abilities. Through his captivating story of personal growth and discovery, Nate demonstrates that the trials we face can be the catalysts for our greatest leaps in personal empowerment.

Embarking on a journey beyond the physical, we also explore the transformative world of breathwork and energy healing. As I recall my own experiences with these ancient practices, we'll uncover how a simple yet profound shift in breath can unlock a well of inner strength. From a deflating episode at the Indonesian embassy to an awe-inspiring display of energetic healing, these stories will leave you astounded by the untapped potential that resides within each of us.

As the episode unfolds, we'll traverse the realm of non-local consciousness and the science that supports it, examining how our minds can perceive and interact with the world in ways we never thought possible. With insights from experts like Nassim Haramein, we'll discuss the implications of mind sight and the superhuman capabilities that lie just beneath the surface of our subconscious. So, tune in and join the conversation that may just alter the trajectory of your life, revealing the latent 'superpowers' you hold within.

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Are you ready to revolutionize your professional trajectory and personal fulfilment? Victor, a master executive coach and former HR trailblazer, opens the playbook on his journey to empowering corporate leaders and reshaping the landscape of leadership and pay equity. With a proven track record of catalyzing profound progress in just 120 days, Victor’s approach to coaching is as rigorous as it is transformative, combating burnout and elevating productivity to new heights. In our candid chat, he gives us a sneak peek into his latest masterpiece, "Cracking the Rich Code," outlining strategies that promise to enrich lives beyond the boardroom.

In the realm of resilience, we navigate the art of legacy-building, learning how a positive mindset can ripple through generations and solidify one’s mark on the future. We dissect the necessity of coaching for leaders at every stratum, drawing inspiration from Eric Schmidt's tenure at Google under the mentorship of Bill Campbell. Victor enlightens us on the nuanced ‘shadow of the leader’ effect, advocating for heightened self-awareness and the value of external feedback, with a unique spin on delivering critiques through 'carefronting.' The episode reaches beyond the individual, celebrating the collective wisdom gained from mastermind groups and the collaborative spirit behind "Cracking the Rich Code," underscoring the indelible impact of shared knowledge and growth.

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Tom Martin could spend an hour name-dropping. 20 years making the news at CBS, next to Charlie Rose and Diane Sawyer. Clients on Oprah and in The Wall Street Journal. He does the opposite. He spends his time pointing at people you have never heard of, because he believes the wisdom the world needs is sitting quiet inside ordinary people.

This is Part 1. He tells Baz about the book he spent two years writing and then threw away, the friend who walked into prisons after losing her son at Sandy Hook, and why most people stay silent about a story that could help someone else.

This is Part 1 of the conversation. Part 2 continues in the next episode.

About the guest: Tom Martin is a media strategist and former network news producer. 

Find him at https://tommartinmedia.com/ or on 

LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-martin-3470981/

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He thinks AI will keep getting smarter until it asks one question: is humanity worth saving? His point is simple — what we feed it is what comes out, and right now we're feeding it our worst.

This is Part 2 of Kevin Smith's conversation, and it goes somewhere the first part didn't. He argues we're in an epidemic of empathy erosion, but he isn't hopeless. He believes hate is taught, not born — which means kindness can be taught too. He breaks "kindness" into eight real parts you can measure, explains why he runs a 25-year wealth practice and a global nonprofit on one value system, and ends on the question he thinks matters most: what do you want said at your funeral?

This is Part 2. Part 1 is a separate episode — it's the lost wallet that started everything. Listen to it first if you missed it.

About the guest: Kevin Smith is the founder of Smith Wealth Advisory Group, recognized by Forbes and the Financial Times as among the top advisors in the country, and the founder of the nonprofit Kindness Worldwide. 

Smith Wealth Advisory Group: https://advisor.janney.com/smithwealthadvisory/ 

Kindness Worldwide: https://www.kindnessworldwide.org/about

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He drove home with shrimp sauce and a gift card. He walked inside and his wallet was gone. The money meant nothing. The photos of people he'd lost meant everything.

Then a stranger appeared at his window holding it — she'd driven 2.6 miles out of her way to return it. Kevin Smith couldn't let that go. His attempt to thank her became Kindness Worldwide, a nonprofit now recognized in communities across the world and presented before 40 nations in Italy. In this episode he goes back to that morning, to a question his best friend once asked him, and to the one door he didn't answer that he refuses to miss again.

This is Part 1. Part 2 is a separate episode — listen to it next.

About our guest: Kevin Smith is the founder of Smith Wealth Advisory Group, recognized by Forbes and the Financial Times as among the top advisors in the country, and the founder of the nonprofit Kindness Worldwide. 

Smith Wealth Advisory Group: https://advisor.janney.com/smithwealthadvisory/ 

Kindness Worldwide: https://www.kindnessworldwide.org/about

Watch the full conversation on the Rise From The Ashes YouTube channel and subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@BazPorter

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She fell on her kitchen floor reaching for ice. Her sober brother picked her up.

That moment didn't end the drinking. It ended the pretending.

Jill Collins lost her husband Ed seven years ago. He went for a run, collapsed, and died of a heart attack on the spot. Fourteen years of marriage ended in a second. She got on a plane to Argentina ten days later and ran for eighteen months — through champagne lunches, through galas, through a new business she launched while quietly drinking through every night.

This episode is what she found when the running stopped.

She is four years sober next month. Founder of the Hyper Effect Framework for Connection. Author of The Power of Connection: Revitalizing Yourself After Loss. Founder of Jillionaire AI and the 3 Numbers Framework. She is still grieving. She says it out loud.

Chapters 

[00:00] Introduction & Guest Welcome 
[01:55] Jill's Story: Sudden Loss
[04:20] Coping Through Avoidance 
[07:45] The Road to Sobriety 
[11:00] Celebrating Small Wins 
[12:55] Daily Routines & Self-Leadership 
[16:10] Influential People & Mentors 
[18:30] Books & Resources 
[20:00] Perceived Failures in Business 
[22:00] Inner Voice & Ego 
[23:50] The 33% Rule 
[25:30] Coaching Boundaries & Receiving 
[27:10] Vision for the Future

About the guest Jill Collins is a speaker, author, and wealth strategist. She is the founder of the Hyper Effect Framework for Connection and the founder of Jillionaire AI — the financial clarity tool built on her proprietary 3 Numbers Framework. Her book The Power of Connection: Revitalizing Yourself After Loss is out now. Find her at https://www.jillcollins.com/.

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She was watching TV when she smelled it. By the time the fire department arrived, the flames were above the roof of her house — and instead of panic, she felt a peace she still can't fully explain.

Carol Hodges lost her daughter and couldn't speak of it for twenty years. She lost a fortune to a single high-risk bet. Then she lost her home to a fire in October 2023. In Part 2 of this conversation, she walks through the night itself, the strange calm that came with it, and how being forced to list every possession she'd ever owned turned into a full life review — and the question she now builds her work around: who am I now.

This is Part 2. Part 1 is a separate episode — listen to that one first if you missed it.

Chapters  

[00:00] Introduction [03:30] Carole's Journey After Loss 
[07:00] Discovering Personal Growth & Coaching 
[10:30] Financial Lessons [13:30] The House Fire 
[17:00] Life After the Fire 
[20:00] Dream Building & Coaching Women 
[22:30] Resources & Closing

About Carol Hodges Carol Hodges is the author of The Menopause Millionaire and works with people in the second half of life on rebuilding identity and designing a life they love. 

Find her at https://lifechangenavigator.com and on LinkedIn (Carol Hodges, with an e).

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What if burnout wasn’t your breaking point, but the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for?

In this powerful follow-up episode, Hinesh Chauhan shares how he transformed overwhelming exhaustion and life’s biggest challenges into resilience, clarity, and purpose.

Discover the step-by-step strategies that fueled his comeback: optimizing sleep, embracing movement, and transforming nutrition into medicine for the body and mind. Hinesh reveals how mindfulness practices like meditation and reconnecting with nature provided the foundation for his emotional and mental recovery. Plus, find out why rekindling childlike creativity through music, building, and playful activities can reignite joy and unlock untapped potential.

But this episode isn’t just about wellness it’s about building a legacy. Hinesh shares visionary insights on leadership, showing how connection, collaboration, and community can solve even the toughest challenges. From addressing societal issues like affordable housing to fostering resilience in others, he explains how aligning with purpose and intent transforms personal growth into collective impact.

This isn’t just another podcast episode it’s your blueprint for turning burnout into brilliance, one intentional step at a time. Whether you’re a leader, parent, or simply someone seeking more, this conversation will leave you inspired to rise again and build a life of meaning, joy, and contribution.

Key Takeaways:

• The science and strategy behind overcoming burnout
• How mindfulness, creativity, and play restore energy and focus
• Visionary leadership lessons for personal and societal transformation
• Practical tools for building resilience and leaving a meaningful legacy

🎧 Your transformation begins here—tune in now, and take the first step toward reclaiming your brilliance.

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Have you ever felt the crushing weight of burnout, leaving you questioning your very purpose?

In this transformative episode, Hinesh Chauhan takes us on a deeply personal journey from debilitating burnout as a high-powered Canadian federal executive to finding clarity, resilience, and purpose. Through self-discovery and unexpected breakthroughs including a late ADHD diagnosis Hinesh realigned his life by embracing sleep, nutrition, mindfulness, and his core values.

Together, we explore the transformative power of community and connection, inspired by a teenager’s profound insight about “enjoying the passage of time.” This episode challenges outdated notions of masculinity, showcasing how vulnerability and emotional openness fuel personal growth and leadership transformation.

Reflecting on societal norms, we delve into the critical role of collaboration and support in navigating upheaval, whether personal or professional. Hinesh’s story proves that reframing burnout from failure to a growth opportunity can ignite confidence, courage, and sustained high performance.

This isn’t just a story it’s an invitation. Learn how to rise from burnout, embrace resilience, and lead with authenticity. Listen now and take the first step toward your own revival.

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Burnout isn’t the end of the road it’s the beginning of your breakthrough. Join us as world-renowned speaker and emotional intelligence expert Christopher Salem reveals the blueprint to turn burnout into brilliance. 

Learn how to conquer exhaustion, rebuild with purpose, and create a legacy that inspires others.

This episode is packed with actionable insights to help leaders embrace their flaws, unlock their strengths, and thrive in personal and professional life. From the art of clear communication to the profound connection between spirituality and resilience, Christopher provides a roadmap to success through self-discovery and intentional living.

💡 Here’s What You’ll Take Away:

• Transform your inner critic into your greatest ally
• Master assertive communication to strengthen leadership and relationships
• Build emotional intelligence as the foundation for success
• Shift from expectations to intentionality for a stress-free mindset
• Harness spirituality to enrich emotional health and daily fulfillment
• Embrace the power of interdependence to empower your teams
• Learn to turn challenges into opportunities for lasting impact

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