Michelle is joined again by Beth Ridley, expert in workplace culture and Founder and CEO of the Ridley Consulting Group. 

This time, they unpack why burnout has become an unfortunate norm. Beth explains that rest isn’t a reward, but a requirement for great leadership. Hustle culture, subtle workplace signals, and generational conditioning keep leaders stuck in “always on” mode. What does it actually look like to lead with presence, trust, and humanity? Beth shares practical habits to restore energy and show up better.

Check out Beth's card deck for boosting motivation and energy at work! Link below.

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Check out Beth's card deck “52 Daily Habits to Boost Motivation & Energy at Work”: https://ridleyconsultants.com/product/52-daily-habits-to-boost-motivation-energy-at-work-card-deck/   

Connect with Beth and her business, Ridley Consulting Group: ⁠ridleyconsultants.com⁠   

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Michelle is joined again by her friend Chris Kann, owner of CSK marketing and Chris Kann Coaching. Chris is an expert in market research, a business leader, and a coach.

In this episode, Michelle and Chris dive deep into the evolving landscape of ethical marketing. They take a look at manipulative clickbait, emotional exploitation, and the lasting consequences of corporate missteps. They also tackle what it means to market with integrity in a digital-first world. 

They explain why listening to consumers, embracing transparency, and prioritizing empathy—not just profit—can transform brands and build lasting trust. They also explore the role of AI, personal responsibility, and the fine line between persuasion and manipulation.

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Learn more about Chris’ business CSK Marketing: cskmarketing.com 

Check out Chris’ coaching company, Chris Kann Coaching: chriskanncoaching.com 

Connect with Chris on LinkedIn:⁠ ⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/chris-shields-kann-4849026/⁠

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Michelle is joined by Anthony Asher to talk about a community celebration honoring Tony Hsieh’s birthday. It’s from 1-5 PM on December 12 at Fergusons in Downtown Las Vegas. All are welcome!

They have a conversation about legacy, creativity, grief, and the power of coming back together after years of distance.They share the story behind organizing the event and the impact Tony had on their lives. Together, they explore how the community can reunite, heal, and keep Tony’s spirit of innovation and connection alive.

It's an open talk about returning to each other, rebuilding community, and honoring a visionary who changed countless lives.

Come celebrate Tony Hsieh at Fergusons, December 12, 1-5 PM: fergusonsdowntown.com

Learn more about Tony Hsieh: tonyhsiehexperience.com 

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Michelle reflects on the life, vision, and legacy of her dear friend Tony Hsieh. He was an entrepreneur, CEO of Zappos, and the mind behind the book Delivering Happiness.

She shares personal stories about Tony’s brilliance, his obsession with community and creativity, and his ability to make people feel expansive and capable. She also opens up about the weight he carried, the misconceptions about his final year, and the complicated grief that followed his sudden and very public passing.

Five years later, Michelle explores what has been lost, and what can still be rebuilt. This episode is both a tribute and a call to action: for Tony’s community to reconnect, heal, and carry forward the work he began.

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Michelle sits down with fine art photographer, former symphony musician, and lifelong creative Lawrence D’Attilio! He reinvented himself as a visual artist whose abstract work blends photography, deconstruction, and emotion. His one-of-a-kind art is available for purchase (link below!)

Larry and Michelle dive into the nature of creativity: where it comes from, how curiosity keeps the brain alive, and why artistic thinking gives entrepreneurs a competitive edge. They discuss the discomfort and magic of abstraction, the importance of self-awareness, and how curiosity can shape an entire life path. 

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Check out Lawrence D’Attilio’s fine art photography: lawrencedattilio.com 

Contact Lawrence’s representative Bill Nerenberg to learn more about Lawrence's art and make inquiries: [email protected] 

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In this episode, Michelle chats with Aleksandar Svetski, founder and CEO of Satlantis and author. They explore the idea of freedom in the digital age.

Michelle and Aleksandar discuss the rise of remote work and social media, and the growing hunger for real-world experiences. Alexander shares insights from his career building Bitcoin ventures and Satlantis, a platform designed to reconnect people offline. 

They also dive into personal responsibility, the virtues that sustain healthy societies, the challenges of raising children in a tech-driven world, and the evolving meaning of autonomy and connection. Trying to balance digital life, real experiences, and true freedom? Listen in!

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Check out Aleksandar’s company: Satlantis.io 

Read Aleksandar’s book: BushidoOfBitcoin.com 

Read an article by Aleksandar: remnantchronicles.substack.com/p/aenean-money 

Connect with Aleksandar on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/alekssvetski 

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Michelle welcomes back Michael Drescher, founder of Vibrant Body Company, to talk about blending conscience with commerce. Drescher shares what inspired his mission to revolutionize women’s apparel with safe, non-toxic, clothing designs.

The conversation dives into how purpose-driven brands can make profit while doing good, the importance of values-based entrepreneurship, and the spiritual journey of listening to life’s “nudges.” Michael also discusses his company’s partnership with Breast Cancer Prevention Partners, their 1% sales pledge, and creative awareness campaigns like “bra pong.”

The episode explores why conscious consumerism is the future of business.

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Watch Michael’s Ted Talk: youtube.com/watch?v=HISv4FgMzYc 

Check out Vibrant Body Company: VibrantBodyCompany.com

Check out Breast Cancer Prevention Partners: bcpp.org 

Explore resources on sustainable fashion: 

Ecocult.com

Remake.world

Connect with Michael on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelddrescher 

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When a brand gave a mom influencer a New York Marathon bib she didn’t train for, the internet lost it…and for good reason. In this episode, Michelle and the sōsh team unpack how unchecked authority reveals a bigger problem in both marketing and politics: influence without integrity.

From misguided brand partnerships to political propaganda disguised as truth, the team explores how easily influence can be weaponized. They also discuss what ethical standards should exist for those shaping public opinion.

When everyone has influence, how do we know who to trust? And where does accountability stand?

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In this episode, Michelle celebrates 26 years of sōsh: half a lifetime of creativity, reinvention, and resilience. She looks back on the company’s origins, the hardest years that nearly broke her, and the lessons that made her stronger.

From the early days of web design to becoming one of the first social media agencies, this episode is about what it really takes to evolve: in business and in yourself.

Growth isn’t always pretty. But it’s always worth it.

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Michelle sits down with Maggie, Ashley, and Sophie from the sōsh team to unpack the tangled web of misinformation and disinformation. They explore how social algorithms often amplify false information and why personal responsibility is key in the quest to uncover truth.

They discuss everything from viral TikTok “doctors” to regulations, the psychology of engagement, and how to build digital literacy.

When truth competes with attention, how do YOU tell what’s real? Let us know!

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