What if happiness isn’t something you find after life gets better, but something you can begin building while life is still hard? After two traumatic brain injuries dramatically changed her life, happiness strategist Bonita Rae Pafford began rebuilding through tiny, intentional moments of joy. She joins Malcolm to explore how noticing the good, tracking small wins, laughter, play, and a few baby goats in pajamas can help us create emotional momentum when life feels overwhelming

What You'll Hear

• How Bonita's second traumatic brain injury took her to a genuinely dark place — and the small, unexpected thing that helped her hold on
• Her "Notice, Nudge, Nurture" system, and why simply noticing a good moment isn't enough unless you write it down
• The neuroscience of tiny wins: why cumulative small moments rebuild your brain's pathways to happiness better than one big fix
• A simple, science-backed trick for rewiring your brain — switch hands, take a new route, or change your routine to jolt your brain awake
• Why self-soothing habits (a drink, a snack, a scroll) aren't the same as real happiness, and how to tell the difference
• The three paths inside her book 100 Days, 100 Ways to Happier — Butterfly, Fire, and Woo and Do — and why different days call for different approaches
• Why laughter doesn't have to start out genuine to become genuine — and how "faking it" can be the doorway in
• Bonita's closing thought: happiness isn't a luxury, it can be a lifesaver

A note to listeners: this episode includes an honest discussion of brain injury recovery and a difficult period of depression. Bonita shares her journey with hope — if anything in this episode resonates with you personally, please know that support is available.

Resources Mentioned on this Episode

• The Smile File — Bonita's free weekly email with a brain-training task and the neuroscience behind it
• Book: 100 Days, 100 Ways to Happier by Bonita Rae Pafford
• The Wild Happiness Society — Bonita's weekly Zoom community, held Thursdays
• Wild Happiness Radio — Bonita's podcast
• Learn more about Malcolm's work at the World Laughter Organization™

Featured Guest: Bonita Rae Pafford

Bonita Rae Pafford is a speaker, educator, entrepreneur, and happiness strategist who helps people create more joy, resilience, and emotional momentum through simple, science-backed practices. A retired high school teacher with a background in literacy, special education, communications, and media, Bonita has spent her life helping others learn, grow, and thrive.

Her work became even more personal after navigating major life plot twists, including recovery from traumatic brain injuries, which reshaped her path and deepened her commitment to helping others rebuild with hope, humor, and practical tools. Out of that journey came The Wild Happiness Project — a heart-led movement designed to help overwhelmed people feel happier and stay happier through tiny wins, habit stacking, brain-based strategies, and everyday moments of joy.

Bonita is the founder of The Wild Happiness Society, host of Wild Happiness Radio, and creator of programs, talks, and tools that make personal growth feel encouraging, doable, and human. She blends lived experience, neuroscience-informed insights, and a warm, uplifting approach that helps audiences feel seen, supported, and inspired to take their next smart step.

Known for her compassionate energy, creative ideas, and real-life honesty, Bonita brings conversations that are both meaningful and practical — the kind that leave listeners feeling lighter, stronger, and more hopeful.

Connect with Bonita Rae Pafford:

• Website: https://wildhappiness.life/
• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/100days100ways_life?igsh=MWlsdDRneGoxbGh2dQ==
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonita-mcc/
• Telegram: https://t.me/+5kBrEsE1S9FiNGEx

• Free Gift: https://link.eventraptor.com/widget/form/zg95IM9e15KBt0u9yiZ5

Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom

Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant.

Follow Malcolm:

Website: malcolmgrissom.com

Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom

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What if the anger you've spent your whole life suppressing is actually the key to your healing? Integrative healing expert and founder of The Anger Spectrum, Sandra Lee has spent over 30 years helping people find freedom from chronic pain — and she believes it starts with finally letting yourself feel what you've been taught to hold in.

What You'll Hear

• Why Sandra believes anger isn't the opposite of laughter — it's a doorway, and laughter is the bridge to walking through it
• The origin of The Anger Spectrum: why suppressed anger (and other "difficult" emotions like sadness, guilt, and worry) so often shows up in the body as physical pain
• How Sandra's own relationship with anger changed the moment she stopped judging herself for feeling it
• A live grounding demonstration using sound and breath, and why being grounded makes it "virtually impossible to be upset"
• The role sound plays in healing at a cellular level, and why singing and music can be so therapeutically powerful
• A real client story: 13 months of daily headaches, and what changed after just one session
• Sandra's simple four-step process for moving through any uncomfortable emotional state: awareness, pause, choice, and laughter

A note to listeners: this episode includes Sandra's personal approach to energy work, sound healing, and pain management. These reflect her own methods and client experiences, not medical advice — please consult a qualified healthcare provider for any questions about your own health or pain.

Resources Mentioned on this Episode

• Free Gift: 9 Pain Management Secrets — Sandra's free email guide, available at shinewithsandra.com/pain
• Learn more about Malcolm's work at the World Laughter Organization™

Featured Guest:

Sandra Lee is an Inner Critic Specialist and Body Interpreter who helps high-functioning women leaders over 50 stop second-guessing themselves and lead with clarity and authority. Creator of the Spectrum of Anger™, she has spent almost 40 years helping women understand what their emotions and body are trying to tell them.

Connect with Sandra Lee:

• Website: https://miracleinspirations.com/
• Email: [email protected]
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-lee-701662250/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SandraLeeInspiration/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sandralee1miracleinspirations

Free Gift:

Body Symptoms Decoder What is your body trying to tell you? and what is it stopping you from doing? This guide helps you see the connection between suppressed emotions, symptoms in the body, ... and the thoughts that keep you from making progress.

Decode common symptoms:

* Jaw tension

* Headaches

* Digestive upset

* Tight shoulders

* Low back pain

This isn’t diagnosis. It’s awareness. https://shinewithsandra.com/body

Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom

Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant.

Follow Malcolm:

Website: malcolmgrissom.com

Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom

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What if the best time to help a struggling teen isn't during the crisis, but long before it hits? School counselor turned coach Donovan Dreyer has spent 25 years learning exactly that. He joins Malcolm to share his simple, powerful "traffic light" system for catching young people in the yellow zone — before they ever reach red.

What You'll Hear

• Donovan's green-yellow-red traffic light system for self-awareness, and why it works for parents, teachers, and teens alike
• The "yellow zone gap" — the missing support system between everyday coping and full-blown crisis, and why it matters so much
• Why today's teens are the first generation navigating three worlds at once: inner, real, and artificial
• The "nest life to best life" framework, and a real client story of finding a true calling through years of soul-searching, not a five-step formula
• Why being a good decision-maker (the pilot's "go/no-go" mindset) can prevent midlife and late-life regret
• Donovan's CHIRPS framework — Career, Health/Impact, Relationships, Personal interests, Soul, and finances — for helping young people map out their future
• The two "dares" every young person gives the adults in their life, and why meeting both is what builds real trust

A note to listeners: this episode touches on youth mental health and crisis support. If you or someone you know is struggling, please know that support is available and reaching out is always a sign of strength.

Resources Mentioned on this Episode

• Dare to Dream — Donovan's free one-sheet built around the CHIRPS framework, available at getreadycoaching.com
• Teen Takeoff — Donovan's coaching program for teens and young adults
• Learn more about Malcolm's work at the World Laughter Organization™

Featured Guest: Donovan Dreyer

Donovan Dreyer is a school counselor with 17 years of experience and a coach who works with high-achieving teens and young adults during pivotal life transitions. By supporting students navigating change, Donovan discovered that the greatest leverage happens before stress turns into crisis—when capable people are still “doing fine,” but need steadier inner guidance. His work helps students become calm, self-directed, and confident in their next steps without burnout or pressure. Parents appreciate his ethical, compassionate approach and his focus on proactive support that builds resilience early—when it matters most.

Connect with Donovan Dreyer:

• Email: [email protected]
• Free Gift: a free Chart Your Course session booked here: https://link.getreadycoaching.com/widget/bookings/cyccalendar

Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom

Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant.

Follow Malcolm:

Website: malcolmgrissom.com

Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom

Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/

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What happens when the life that looks successful on the outside no longer feels like you on the inside?

In this powerful and surprisingly playful conversation, Kenny Stoddart, founder of Iron Mind Advisors, shares his journey from high-performing cybersecurity professional to rock bottom—and ultimately to recovery, renewed purpose, and what he calls the Iron Mind Mentality.

From recovery and a career reinvention at 50 to becoming cancer-free and speaking at the Masters, Kenny's story delivers a simple message: where you are today doesn't have to be where your story ends.

• Why Kenny believes grace and gratitude are the starting point for every hard conversation, not just the easy ones
• How losing — and rebuilding — his sense of humor became one of the clearest signs of his own recovery
• The surprising connection between stand-up comedy, public speaking, and authenticity: nervousness fades when you stop performing and start being real
• What the Iron Mind Mentality actually means, and how Kenny adapted his Ironman triathlon training mindset into a blueprint for personal transformation
• Why recognizing you need help is a sign of strength, not weakness — and how long it took Kenny to make that first call
• A reminder that showing up imperfectly, without over-preparing the mask, is often the most powerful thing a leader can do
• Kenny's honest take on why so many high performers hide their vulnerability, and what it costs them long-term

A note to listeners: this episode includes an open discussion of addiction recovery and a serious health diagnosis. Kenny shares his own journey with honesty and hope — if anything in this episode resonates with you personally, please know that support is available and you don't have to navigate it alone.

Resources Mentioned on this Episode

• Iron Mind Advisors — ironmindadvisors.com
• Follow Kenny Stoddart — Instagram and TikTok: @ironmindskenny
• Learn more about Malcolm's work at the World Laughter Organization™

Featured Guest: Kenny Stoddart

Ken is the founder of IronMind Advisors and the creator of the IronMind Mentality—a transformational framework for mastering mental resilience, strategic clarity, and performance under pressure. After decades working with high-performing professionals across business, sport, and leadership, Ken distilled the most powerful tools for psychological strength into one adaptive mindset: the IronMind Mentality.

Through consulting, executive coaching, and confidential advisory work, Ken equips leaders to turn chaos into clarity, and stress into strategy. Known for blending neuroscience with actionable insight, he helps decision-makers access calm under fire, focus under fatigue, and conviction during volatility.

At the heart of Ken’s work is the belief that mental fitness is the final frontier of sustainable leadership—and the IronMind Mentality is the blueprint. His recovery journey became the catalyst for a life-changing pivot.

Connect with Kenny Stoddart:

• Website: www.ironmindadvisors.com
• Email: [email protected]
• Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/kenstoddart
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kstoddart
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kendrickstoddart7/
• Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ironmindkenny

Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom

Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant.

Follow Malcolm:

Website: malcolmgrissom.com

Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom

Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/

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CPA and founder of Trusted Tax Ally, Marina V. Painter has spent decades helping people rethink their relationship with money — and she's lived every bit of the resilience she teaches. In this candid, thought-provoking conversation, she breaks down the real difference between joy and happiness, and why the story you tell yourself about money shapes everything else.

What You'll Hear

• Marina's powerful distinction between happiness (external) and joy (internal) — and why confusing the two keeps people stuck
• Why money itself isn't good or bad — it's simply energy, and what you do with it defines its power
• The "level" framework Marina uses to explain why the same situation can devastate one person and barely register for another
• Her own story of rebuilding from zero — working full-time, in school full-time, and raising young children after an unimaginable loss
• Why she believes the best investment anyone can make is in their own personal growth and self-knowledge
• Practical advice for anyone working hard but feeling like the money "just goes away" — and the mindset shift that opens the door to real change
• Marina's closing challenge: plant the seed for the life you want today, because tomorrow only grows what you plant now

Resources Mentioned on this Episode

- Trusted Tax Ally — Marina's advanced tax strategy practice, helping people protect their wealth and build their financial future

- Ally Tax Group — Marina's accounting firm

- Follow Marina V. Painter, CPA on social media for more on taxes, money mindset, and financial planning

- Learn more about Malcolm's work at the World Laughter Organization™

Featured Guest:

Marina V. Painter, CPA, is a strategic tax advisor and business coach known for combining deep technical expertise with clear, confident guidance. Her approach is grounded in precision, discretion, and a commitment to helping clients make informed decisions that protect profitability and support long-term success. Her clients rely on her not only for tax strategy, but for clarity, foresight, and leadership in moments that matter. Her expertise has been featured in Forbes, Yahoo Finance, USA Today, Business Insider, ABC, NBC News, and the Associated Press, and she is recognized by Marquis Who's Who of America. Marina is a 2026 Global Recognition Awards recipient as well as Financial Services Review and has been named Best of Annapolis consecutively from 2020–2025. Marina brings: Over 20 years of advanced tax planning expertise A business-first advisory mindset A calm, strategic approach to complex financial matters

Connect with Marina:

Website: www.allytaxgroup.com

Website: www.trustedtaxally.com

Trusted Tax Ally & Business Coach - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586940040890

Trusted Tax Ally & Business Coach Linkedin Marina V. Painter, CPA | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marina-v-painter-cpa-9865563a8/

Trusted Tax Ally Instagram - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trustedtaxally/

Ally Tax Group Inc -https://www.linkedin.com/in/marina-v-painter-cpa-95453728/

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Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom

Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant.

Follow Malcolm:

Website: malcolmgrissom.com

Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom

Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/

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Financial advisor Andrew Quebbemann believes there's no shame in a dollar — money isn't a personality test or something to apologize for, it's simply a tool. In this refreshingly honest conversation, he and Malcolm explore why laughter and money rarely get talked about in the same breath, and why they should.

What You'll Hear

• Why Andrew believes money is just a tool — and how reframing it that way removes years of unnecessary shame
• The 401(k) myth Andrew had to personally unlearn, and why "enough" only shows up when you actually do the math
• One simple rule about money we should all quietly stop following: waiting, because "no one thinks they'll be the one who runs out of time"
• Andrew's favorite question to ask any financial professional before hiring them: "What are you most proud of?"
• His four-step reset after a hard day — walk, talk, an old comfort movie, and 15 minutes of meditation
• The DoorDash budgeting moment that changes how people see their own spending power
• Two Truths and a Lie: a candy store job at 10, a run-in with a boat, and a career in professional hockey — find out which one is false

Resources Mentioned on this Episode

- noshameinadollar.com — connect with Andrew for a financial planning conversation

- Learn more about Malcolm's work at the World Laughter Organization™

Featured Guest:

Andrew's current project is helping people understand that there is No Shame in a Dollar as a financial advisor with GoldBook Financial in California. He lives there with his wife and their corgi, Colt. Andrew's passion for his project is driven by his desire to see everyone realize the optionality and freedom everyone deserves in this life. On the weekends, you can find him between local car shows and teaching kids how to play ice hockey.

Connect with Andrew:

Website: https://goldbookfinancial.com/our-team/andrew-quebbemann/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-quebbemann/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555879178553

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewquebbemann/

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Follow Malcolm:

Website: malcolmgrissom.com

Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom

Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/

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US Marine officer, award-winning author, and founder of Parent-Child Connect, Olaolu Ogunyemi knows leadership isn't tested in keynotes — it's tested when you're tired, triggered, and pulled in five directions at once. He joins Malcolm to unpack what it really means to lead from the core, at work and at home.

What You'll Hear

• Why Olaolu had to relearn how to embrace his own laughter after the Marine Corps taught him to be stoic
• The emotional bank account concept — how leaders build trust through deposits, not just standards
• A real story of finding the balance between holding a standard and leading with empathy
• How to tell if you're leading too strict or too soft, and the honest reset it takes to correct course
• Why Parent-Child Connect exists: creating teachable, memorable moments between parents and kids
• His one-word finish to "leadership isn't about control, it's about ___": listening

Resources Mentioned on this Episode

- Book: Lead Last by Olaolu Ogunyemi

- Free resources & journals — available at parent-child-connect.com/free-resources

- Parent-Child Connect — parent-child-connect.com

- Learn more about Malcolm's work at the World Laughter Organization™

Featured Guest:

Olaolu Ogunyemi is a U.S. Marine Officer, award-winning author, and leadership strategist dedicated to developing resilient, purpose-driven leaders at work and home. As the Founder of Parent-Child-Connect, Olaolu bridges the gap between high-stakes military discipline and the intentionality required for modern mentorship. Olaolu is the author of the Amazon best-selling Crow From the Shadow and a recipient of the Marine Corps University Foundation’s Command and Control Writing Award. His work—ranging from tactical IT strategy in the Marine Corps Gazette to faith-based resilience on the YouVersion Bible App—is unified by a single mission: equipping influencers to lead with contagious energy and practical frameworks. Whether he is speaking to corporate executives or classrooms, Olaolu delivers a message of "Marine Corps discipline meets fatherly heart" that transforms how we lead the next generation.

Connect with Olaolu:

Website: www.parent-child-connect.com

Amazon Author: https://www.amazon.com/author/olaolu_ogunyemi

Pinterest: https://pin.it/3heBVMv

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/olaolu.ogunyemi

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/561759971924937/

X: https://x.com/Olaolu_Ogunyemi

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olaolu.ogunyemi/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olaolu-ogunyemi-465ba453

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@olaoluogunyemi?si=zL0_VWAq81g2B5hK

Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom

Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant.

Follow Malcolm:

Website: malcolmgrissom.com

Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom

Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/

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Professor emeritus of finance, six-time author, and son of Holocaust survivors, Dr. Murray Sabrin has spent over 35 years teaching Americans how to think about money, freedom, and independence. In this rich, wide-ranging conversation, he connects his family's story of resilience to a lifelong mission: helping people build financial independence and pursue genuine happiness, one good decision at a time.

What You'll Hear

• How growing up as the child of Holocaust survivors shaped Dr. Sabrin's lifelong commitment to freedom, resilience, and gratitude
• His father's remarkable story of survival as a partisan fighter in Poland — and the single decision that meant the difference between life and death
• Why Dr. Sabrin believes financial independence is about more than money — it's psychological and physical wellbeing too
• His personal philosophy on saving, living below your means, and the "two Ps" he believes go hand in hand: peace and prosperity
• What Making Americans Financially Independent (MAFI) means in practice, and how nonprofits fit into that vision
• The three foundational books Dr. Sabrin recommends for anyone wanting to understand free-market economics without a dictionary in hand
• His advice for anyone feeling overwhelmed by today's economic headlines: tune out the noise, find your why, and build your network
• Why laughter, Tai Chi, and a good comedy on TV still matter — even amid the serious work of economic education

A note to listeners: this episode includes Dr. Sabrin's personal economic and political viewpoints, including his perspectives on free markets, government spending, and healthcare policy. These reflect his own views and expertise, not an endorsement by the podcast.

Resources Mentioned on this Episode

- MAFI (Making Americans Financially Independent) — learn more and contact Dr. Sabrin at mafiusa.com

- Podcast: Health, Wealth, and the Pursuit of Happiness — Dr. Sabrin's own podcast

- Dr. Sabrin's Substack — articles on economics, inflation, and public policy

- Recommended Reading:Economics in One Lesson by Henry Hazlitt

- What Has Government Done to Our Money? by Murray Rothbard

- The Law by Frédéric Bastiat

- Learn more about Malcolm's work at the World Laughter Organization™

Featured Guest:

Murray Sabrin, PhD, is emeritus professor of finance at Ramapo College of New Jersey, where he was on the faculty of the Anisfield School of Business for 35 years and founder of the Sabrin Center for Free Enterprise. Currently, he is a Substack author and speaker and frequent radio, cable and podcast guest. Sabrin is one of the country’s leading advocates for replacing the welfare state with nonprofit solutions. He also is a passionate proponent of Making Americans Financially Independent (MAFI). Dr. Sabrin arrived in America on August 6, 1949, with his older brother and parents who were the only survivors of the Holocaust. Before he became a college professor Dr. Sabrin was a New York City school teacher, staff economist, and investment analyst. As a longtime advocate of free markets and limited government, Dr. Sabrin’s mission in his “golden years” is to educate the public and affect public policy to restore the values of the founders--limited government, civil liberties, and a peaceful foreign-policy. The author six books on taxes, health care, the Federal Reserve, and a memoir, Dr. Sabrin has been called the “Thomas Paines of the coming tax revolution,” and Judge Napolitano wrote, “Read this fascinating autobiography…[and] in Webster’s Unabridged, next to the word ‘courage’ should be a photo of Murray Sabrin.” Recently, Dr. Sabrin was appointed Associated Scholar of the Mises Institute, the country’s premiere free market research organization.

Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom

Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant.

Follow Malcolm:

Website: malcolmgrissom.com

Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom

Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/

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Personal brand strategist and bestselling author Amy Janece believes your image is never really about clothes — it's about coming home to yourself. In this playful, wide-ranging conversation, she shares how color psychology, self-love, and a little bit of play can help you show up in the world as exactly who you already are.

What You'll Hear

• Why Amy believes beauty is an "inside-out process" — and how her book Who's in the Mirror? helps readers reconnect with who they are beneath the roles they play
• The moment a stranger's color-typing session changed how people treated Amy within an hour — and how she went from skeptic to believer
• Why laughter and business absolutely belong together, and how playful, connected selling actually serves people instead of manipulating them
• The four color elements — earth, air, water, and fire — and how each one carries its own energy, style, and relationship to play
• A moving story about a $6 pack of socks that taught Amy the real meaning of self-care
• Why kids learn more from watching how we treat ourselves than from anything we tell them
• Amy's advice for public speakers who freeze up: treat it like a conversation with one friendly face in the room
• Her closing reminder for every listener: you are a masterpiece, and you deserve to be framed as such

Resources Mentioned on this Episode

- Book: Who's in the Mirror?: Beyond the Roles You Play by Amy Janece

- Amy's business helping entrepreneurs and corporate clients align image, sales, and self-connection through color psychology and personal styling

- Connect with Amy Janece — via email or social media (links in show notes)

- Learn more about Malcolm's work at the World Laughter Organization™

One Big Takeaway

Confidence isn't something you put on—it's something you uncover. When your inner identity and outer image finally align, you stop hiding and start showing up with authenticity, joy, and impact.

Featured Guest:

Amy Janece is an Personal Brand Image Strategist dedicated to empowering professionals to align their appearance with their message and true self. With a unique approach that blends image consulting and personal development, Amy empowers coaches, speakers, authors, and entrepreneurs to project confidence and authenticity. As a best-selling author and sought-after speaker, she knows firsthand the power of a compelling personal brand. Amy’s expertise lies in color psychology and personal styling, guiding clients to discover their elemental color palette and transform their wardrobe. Her passion is to ensure that what you wear reflects who you are, enabling you to make a powerful and lasting impact. Amy’s clients consistently experience increased confidence, enhanced visibility, and a boost in their professional success. Transform your style and step into your power with Amy Janece, your go-to expert for image and empowerment.

Connect with Amy:

Website: embodyyourelement.com

Main FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/amyjanece.searancravin/

Facebook Biz Page: https://www.facebook.com/AmyJanece.Consultant

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amy.janece/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-janece/

Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom

Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant.

Follow Malcolm:

Website: malcolmgrissom.com

Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom

Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/

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Global energy master, international speaker, and founder of the Mastering Energy Academy, Dr. Neja Župan helps high-achieving professionals who are "successful on paper but feel slightly fried in real life" reconnect with their vitality. In this deeply personal episode, she shares the health journey that transformed her relationship with laughter, and why she believes energy — not effort — is the real foundation of every area of our lives.

What You'll Hear

• Dr. Neja's personal story of facing a serious health diagnosis in her forties, and the daily practice of laughing, singing, and dancing that became central to her healing journey
• Why she believes "no problems means you're dead" — and how she's learned to welcome life's challenges rather than resent them
• The difference between forced and genuine belly laughter, and why your brain doesn't actually know the difference
• Her explanation of how laughter and vital energy can influence the body, digestion, and mood, drawn from years of teaching in her Energy Masters Academy
• What it looks like inside the Mastering Energy Academy's five levels of energy work — physical, emotional, mental, and beyond
• Her response to skeptics who dismiss energy work as "woo-woo," and the simple everyday example she uses to make her case
• Dr. Neja's closing thought on why healing doesn't have to be heavy: because laughter is the best medicine

A note to listeners: Dr. Neja shares her personal health journey and beliefs about energy and wellness in this episode. Her experience is her own, and this conversation is not medical advice — please consult a qualified healthcare provider for any questions about your own health.

Resources Mentioned on this Episode

- Mastering Energy Academy — Dr. Neja's year-long online program for professionals and entrepreneurs looking to build sustainable vitality and energetic clarity

- Free E-Book: 7 Steps: Energetic Alignment in Action — available at highfrequencyenergyformula.com

- Learn more about Malcolm's work at the World Laughter Organization

One Big Takeaway

Energy isn't something you wait to have—it's something you learn to cultivate. The more you nurture your vitality, the more fully you can lead, connect, heal, and enjoy your life.

Featured Guest:

Dr. Neja Zupan is a Global Energy Master and founder of Energy Masters Academy, with over three decades of experience guiding change-makers to understand that inner energy, not strategy, determines whether they lead from pressure or presence.

Connect with Dr. Neja:

www.nejazupan.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnejazupan/

https://www.instagram.com/dr.neja.zupan.institute

https://www.facebook.com/drNejaZupanInstitute

https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_neja_zupan_institute

https://www.youtube.com/@drnejazupaninstitute

Gift: HighFrequencyEnergyFormula.com

Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom

Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant.

Follow Malcolm:

Website: malcolmgrissom.com

Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom

Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/

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