The One Away Show

Jordi Ricart's story begins with a bold idea, a $3M fundraising goal, and an unwavering belief in possibility. In this episode of The One Away Show, he walks Bryan through the pivotal morning meeting that set Curated Investments in motion—and the years of resilience, reinvention, and surrender that followed.

From navigating razor-thin margins to scaling a thriving company built on passion, purpose, and partnership, Jordi opens up about what it means to lead with trust, grow with intention, and inspire others by simply being aligned with your why.

🎧 Tune in now to hear how a mindset shift—and a little faith—can build momentum that fuels a movement.

From law firm partner to private equity pioneer. In this episode, Dan Lubeck shares how a single client request shifted his career—and opened the door to building his own investment firm. Dan talks about the power of aligned partnerships, the risks that keep him up at night, and the long game of creating real value. For anyone navigating high-stakes decisions or considering a leap into entrepreneurship, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and bold conviction.

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How far would you go to earn your first real client?

In this episode of The One Away Show, Brad Mindich recounts the bold, unconventional move that landed him a career-defining opportunity—creating a fake TV ad to prove a point. From leaving the safety (and complications) of a family business to building his own media company from the ground up, Brad reflects on how his intuition, creativity, and respect for creators shaped his path.

He and host Bryan Wish dive into the importance of storytelling, how to treat creators with integrity, and why doing things differently can lead to unexpected wins. Whether you're a founder, a creative, or someone contemplating a major leap, Brad's story reminds us: sometimes, it only takes one risk to change everything.

When the pandemic forced Ida Albo to shut the doors of her family-owned hotel, she didn't just pivot—she reimagined everything.

In this episode of The One Away Show, Ida joins Bryan Wish to reflect on a journey shaped by resilience, reinvention, and deep community roots. From transforming a historic hotel into a local anchor for wellness and connection, to opening Canada's largest yoga studio, Ida shares how crisis can become a catalyst for creativity.

Her story is a powerful reminder that with the right mindset—and the right people—you're never more than one moment away from a new beginning.

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Anuj Gupta's journey has taken him across continents and up literal and figurative mountains. But the insight he shares in this episode isn't about reaching the summit—it's about learning how to see the world differently on the way up.

In this episode of The One Away Show, Anuj and host Bryan Wish explore how a relentless pursuit of improvement—what Anuj calls "the lens of imperfection"—shaped his career, his outlook, and his entrepreneurial spirit. From challenging industry norms to reimagining how services could be delivered through conversational AI, Anuj invites us into a future where empathy, efficiency, and imagination drive innovation.

If you've ever looked at the world and thought, "This could be better," this episode is your permission—and blueprint—to do something about it.

Some moments change you forever—and you don't see them coming.

In this heartfelt conversation, Carolina Santarelli shares the unexpected moment on a terrace in Positano that revealed her life's calling. What began as a career in hospitality became a mission to create transformational experiences through travel.

Carolina reflects on the emotional depth of her work, the power of human connection, and how the smallest encounters—like a tear of gratitude—can inspire lifelong purpose. She and Bryan dive into what it means to lead with passion, recruit with honesty, and deliver moments that stay with people long after the journey ends.

If you've ever questioned the meaning behind your work or longed to turn emotion into impact, this episode will resonate deeply.

How do you respond when the world tells you "no"?

In this episode, Bryan Wish sits down with investor and principal partner Nick Bakish to unpack the pivotal rejections and moments of self-reflection that led Nick to redefine what success means to him. From losing a dream job offer to finding his footing in real estate and principal investing, Nick shares how setbacks gave him the clarity and confidence to take the right risks.

Together, they explore:

• Why long-term thinking wins over short-term panic

• The mindset that separates great investors from the rest

• The power of aligning career choices with personal values

• How trust, humility, and karma shape enduring partnerships

This is a story of finding conviction, not in the absence of failure—but because of it. If you've ever felt like rejection set you back, Nick's journey will make you rethink what that "no" really meant.

Most people associate success with checking the right boxes—top schools, prestigious jobs, impressive titles. But what happens when you realize those boxes don't reflect who you truly are?

In this episode, Mike Lloyd opens up to Bryan Wish about his journey from MIT to the startup world, and how chasing external validation nearly led him away from his real strengths. He reflects on the pressure to "prove" himself, how that drive shaped his early decisions, and the critical turning points that helped him let go of expectations that weren't truly his.

Mike shares what it means to operate from alignment instead of ambition, how he found purpose through building Corvus Insurance, and why the hardest moments often reveal the most about what we're meant to do. It's a candid conversation about redefining success—and trusting your own path.

What if walking away from a 30-year legacy wasn't an end—but the beginning?

In this episode of The One Away Show, Jill Belconis joins Bryan Wish to share the courageous decision that changed her life: stepping away from her role as a long-time CEO to pursue something even more fulfilling. From boardrooms to global leadership in YPO, Jill opens up about the pivotal moments that taught her the power of self-reinvention, purpose-driven service, and building community across continents.

She reflects on how mentoring veterans, guiding entrepreneurs, and breaking ceilings as the first woman to chair YPO International helped her unlock a deeper sense of impact—and realize that sometimes the greatest legacy is the one you build after letting go.

If you've ever felt the tension between what you've built and what you're meant to become, Jill's story will resonate deeply. This episode is a masterclass in reinvention, service, and leading from your values.

How do you go from medieval literature to pioneering tech innovation in one career? In this episode of The One Away Show, Eric Vest shares his unconventional journey—from studying Chaucer in college to becoming a leader at the forefront of healthcare technology and data transformation.

Eric and Bryan explore what happens when you follow what you love, how curiosity drives career pivots, and why slow-to-adopt industries like pharma are ripe for disruption. Eric reflects on years spent trying to modernize outdated systems and sheds light on the type of mindset it takes to spark change—especially when the world around you resists it.

Whether you’re a technologist, founder, or someone still figuring out how to align what you love with what you do, this conversation will inspire you to think differently about purpose, leadership, and the paths that lead us there.

Tune in to hear how Eric’s eclectic experiences shaped a purpose-driven career—and why he believes the best journeys never follow a straight line.