In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with endurance athlete and Ride4Rights founder Teddy Bloom.

After witnessing growing division across America, Teddy made the bold decision to spend the money he had saved for his first home on a cross-country bicycle journey from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.

We discuss civil rights, free speech, equal justice, resilience, political polarization, and the importance of finding common ground in challenging times.

Teddy shares powerful stories from more than 3,000 miles on the road and offers valuable insights on courage, citizenship, and creating meaningful change.

If you’ve ever wondered whether one person can truly make a difference, this conversation is for you.

Connect with Teddy on : https://www.ride4rights.com/

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with life and spiritual guide Kristan Swan to discuss self-discovery, storytelling, spirituality, and personal reinvention.

Kristan shares her journey from business coaching to guiding people through deeper questions of identity, purpose, and personal growth. We explore how our past shapes us, why curiosity is essential for transformation, and how self-awareness can help us intentionally create the future we want.

If you’ve ever questioned your path, struggled with change, or wondered how to reconnect with yourself, this conversation will leave you inspired and equipped with practical insights for your own journey.

Connect with Kristan : https://kristanswan.com/

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with HR professional and author Nathaniel Sietz.

After years working on the frontlines of human resources, Nathaniel witnessed firsthand how poor leadership, toxic cultures, and broken workplace systems impact employees and organizations alike.

We discuss workplace culture, leadership mistakes, burnout, employee engagement, and what it really takes to create environments where people can thrive.

If you’ve ever dreaded Monday mornings, struggled with workplace culture, or wondered why work feels so broken, this conversation will give you a fresh and honest perspective.

Connect with Nathaniel : https://www.amazon.com/91st-Day-Firsthand-Account-Frontlines-ebook/dp/B0H3WY96ZN

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with Gaylen Wilson, co-creator of The Monument Method and co-founder of The Monument Method Institute.

Gaylen shares his extraordinary journey through financial collapse, addiction recovery, multiple career reinventions, heart failure, and receiving a life-saving heart transplant.

We discuss resilience, emotional safety, intimacy, men’s mental health, modern relationships, and the principles that help couples create stronger and more meaningful connections.

If you’ve ever faced adversity, struggled in relationships, or wondered how to rebuild after life’s hardest seasons, this conversation will inspire and equip you with practical wisdom for the journey ahead.

Connect with Gaylen on : https://www.monumentmethodinstitute.com/

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with Jai Roza, founder of Eden’s Conflict and creator of a unique faith-based card game designed to help people engage with scripture through creativity and storytelling.

Jai shares his powerful personal journey from spiritual searching and despair to faith, purpose, and entrepreneurship. We discuss redemption, creativity, biblical principles, entrepreneurship, and how God can transform even life’s darkest moments into a greater calling.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, person of faith, or someone searching for deeper meaning and purpose, this conversation offers hope, encouragement, and practical wisdom for the journey ahead.

Connect with Jai on : https://www.edensconflict.com/

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with entrepreneur, leadership advisor, and Noble Talent Group founder Susan Bortone.

Susan shares her journey from advertising creative to recruitment leader, including how being laid off during the pandemic inspired her to launch her own business.

We discuss entrepreneurship, hiring, scaling businesses, leadership development, workplace culture, career growth, and the importance of building strong networks and support systems.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business leader, or professional looking to grow your career, this conversation is packed with practical insights to help you succeed.

Connect with Susan on : https://www.nobletalent.group/

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with leadership strategist, author, and founder of Leap to Your Success, Jaclyn Strominger.

Jaclyn shares why so many talented professionals and entrepreneurs plateau despite their abilities and explains how alignment, clarity, and intentional leadership can unlock the next level of growth.

We discuss leadership, strategic networking, mindset, relationship capital, and practical frameworks that help high achievers move from stagnation to momentum.

If you’ve ever felt successful but still restless, this conversation will provide valuable insights to help you lead, grow, and succeed with greater purpose and clarity.

Connect with Jaclyn on : https://leaptoyoursuccess.com/contact

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with multi-award-winning author, intuition mentor, and spiritual guide Ellen Edmondson.

Following a profound spiritual awakening, Ellen dedicated her life to helping others reconnect with their inner wisdom, strengthen their intuition, and live with greater authenticity and purpose.

We discuss spiritual growth, intuition, authenticity, navigating life transitions, supporting highly intuitive children, and finding meaning during challenging seasons.

Whether you’re seeking clarity, personal growth, or a deeper connection to yourself, this conversation offers practical wisdom and heartfelt insights for living a more soul-led life.

Connect with Ellen : https://book.ellenedmondson.com/a-place-of-love-and-light

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with Arky Jones, creator of PersonalityPeek, to discuss personality, self-awareness, Stoicism, and personal growth.

Arky shares why understanding ourselves is essential for improving our mindset, relationships, and overall quality of life. We also explore emotional resilience, breaking unhealthy patterns, and practical ways to become more intentional about who we’re becoming.

If you’re interested in self-improvement, psychology, mindset, or becoming the best version of yourself, this conversation is for you.

Connect with Arky : https://personalitypeek.com/

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with entrepreneur, growth operator, and Sobo Co-Founder ST Tangirala.

We discuss entrepreneurship, business growth, artificial intelligence, innovation, and the practical strategies businesses can use to scale in an increasingly competitive world.

ST shares lessons from working across industries, building companies, interviewing visionary founders, and helping businesses leverage technology to drive growth.

If you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or someone interested in the future of AI and innovation, this conversation is packed with practical insights and forward-thinking ideas.

Connect with ST : https://sobo.ai/