The Hidden Why Podcast

The GRIT Factor Leigh Martinuzzi · 936 Shannon Huffman Polson – The GRIT Factor In this interview, I speak with Shannon Huffman Polson about her new book The Grit Factor. Psychologist Angela Duckworth has defined GRIT as  “perseverance and passion for long-term goal”. Shannons shares her 3 phase approach in developing GRIT that anyone can adopt to help them … Continue reading 936 Shannon Huffman Polson – The GRIT Factor

SCHMOOZE Leigh Martinuzzi · 935 Cody Lowry – Schmooze Today’s feature guest is Cody Lowry. The Topic is SCHMOOZE. Let the show begin. Guest bio.  Cody Lowry joined the Intermark Group January 2015 were he oversees all aspects of Intermark’s retail division.  Prior to joining Intermark, Cody was the owner and president of Dynamedia of … Continue reading 935 Cody Lowry – Schmooze

Writing Stoicism & Happiness My interview with Philosophy Professor William O. Stephens. Discuss sabbaticals, writing process, purpose, stoicism and happiness. Enjoy! Guest Bio. William O. Stephens is Professor of Philosophy at Creighton University. His four books are Marcus Aurelius: A Guide for the Perplexed (Continuum 2012), Stoic Ethics: Epictetus and Happiness as Freedom (Continuum 2007), The Person: Readings in Human Nature (Prentice Hall 2006), and The Ethics of the Stoic Epictetus, an English translation of Adolf Bonhöffer’s 1894 classic (Peter Lang 1996). His dozens of articles and book chapters on Stoicism include the topics of food, farming, refugees, love, death, animals, sportsmanship, travel, habit, ecology, the Star Wars films, and the film Gladiator (2000). He has also published on friendship, ethics and animals, and philosophical vegetarianism. His current book projects are Epictetus’ Enchiridion: A New Translation and Guide to Stoic Ethics (Bloomsbury) and Stoic Lessons in Liberation: Epictetus as Educator.

Empowerment Leigh Martinuzzi · 933 Elizabeth Tripp – Empowerment Today’s feature guest is Elizabeth Tripp. The Topic is EMPOWERMENT. Let the show begin. Guest bio.  Elizabeth Tripp is a New York City based Lifestyle Design Coach and Spiritual Teacher. As a featured radio talk show host on TalkRadio.NYC, a Thrive Global Contributor, and a national … Continue reading 933 Elizabeth Tripp – Empowerment

Heart, Breath, Mind Leigh Martinuzzi · 934 – Dr Leah Lagos – Heart, Breath, Mind In this interview, I speak with Dr Lead Lagos about her new book Heart Breath Mind. We delve into how a twice a day 20-minute breathing exercise can help us conquer stress and achieve success. “Stress is not in your head, it’s in … Continue reading 934 – Dr Leah Lagos – Heart, Breath, Mind

The GRIT Factor In this interview, I speak with Shannon Huffman Polson about her new book The Grit Factor. Psychologist Angela Duckworth has defined GRIT as "perseverance and passion for long-term goal". Shannons shares her 3 phase approach in developing GRIT that anyone can adopt to help them achieve more success in life. Enjoy! Guest Bio. Shannon Huffman Polson served as one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the US Army. Her career as an Army officer and attack aviation leader around the globe spans almost a decade. In addition to her military service, she spent five years leading and managing in the corporate sector, at Guidant and Microsoft. She is the author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World. As a dynamic, in-demand speaker, Polson reaches thousands of people a year at major organizations and large public venues on topics related to leadership, courage, resilience, and grit. She and her husband, Peter, have two energetic sons.

Heart, Breath, Mind In this interview, I speak with Dr Lead Lagos about her new book Heart Breath Mind. We delve into how a twice a day 20-minute breathing exercise can help us conquer stress and achieve success. "Stress is not in your head, it’s in your body!" Guest Bio. Leah Lagos, Psy.D. is an internationally renowned health and performance psychologist specializing in heart rate variability (HRV) biofeedback. With nearly 15 years’ experience integrating the mind and body to reduce anxiety and boost resilience, Dr. Lagos is a recognized leader in peak performance training. In addition to consulting at the annual NFL scouting combine and providing onsite support on multiple PGA tours, she works with elite performers in sports, entertainment, medicine, and business—from CEOs and hedge fund managers to Olympians, surgeons, and ballerinas. Above all, Dr. Lagos is a concerned, compassionate, and caring psychologist who combines biofeedback and psychological strategies to help clients achieve optimal performance in health and life. She lives and practices in New York City.

The Stoic Life of Marcus Aurelius Leigh Martinuzzi · 932 Donald Robertson – The Stoic Life of Marcus Aurelius For the second time on the show, I speak with Donald Robertson this time more details insight into the Stoic life of Marcus Aurelius. An insightful conversation that may bring balance to a life of adversity. … Continue reading 932 Donald Robertson – The Stoic Life of Marcus Aurelius

PURPOSE Today's feature guest is Misty Sansom. The Topic is PURPOSE. Let the show begin. Guest bio. Misty Sansom is a writer and life purpose coach who helps people to figure out exactly what they’re meant to do in life and how to make it happen. Her work has been featured on the Huffington Post, the Daily Guru and MindBodyGreen, and she teaches people how to find their purpose and bring it to life through her ebook, monthly membership and 1:1 coaching. Get started with her free resources and tools at: www.mistysansom.com

SCHMOOZE Today's feature guest is Cody Lowry. The Topic is SCHMOOZE. Let the show begin. Guest bio. Cody Lowry joined the Intermark Group January 2015 were he oversees all aspects of Intermark’s retail division. Prior to joining Intermark, Cody was the owner and president of Dynamedia of America, a full-service advertising agency located in Tampa, Florida. A proven leader, Cody brings to the table a 25-year successful track record of helping companies large and small grow their business.