What do you hold onto when life no longer looks the way you expected?

In this deeply honest episode of The Story Seat, Jeffrey Bone—chronic illness coach, author, and mental health specialist—shares a perspective shaped by both professional insight and lived experience. After years of supporting others, Jeff found himself navigating his own diagnosis, facing the physical, emotional, and existential realities of chronic illness.

This conversation explores the quiet grief that often goes unspoken—the loss of certainty, identity, and the life once imagined. We talk about loneliness, resilience, and the challenge of building a meaningful life when your body feels unpredictable.

Through his work, Jeff offers something rare: space to acknowledge the pain without rushing past it—and the possibility of finding meaning within it.

This episode is a gentle companion for anyone walking through difficulty, reminding you that even here, your story still matters.

What if the most powerful skill in leadership isn’t having the right answers—but asking the right questions?

In this episode of The Story Seat, Tyler Chisholm—CEO, author of Curious as Hell, and host of over 600 podcast conversations—shares how curiosity can transform the way we lead, connect, and grow.

From building a company from the ground up to navigating uncertainty in a fast-changing world, Tyler explains why curiosity isn’t just a personality trait—it’s a strategic advantage. We explore how asking better questions builds trust, strengthens teams, and opens the door to new opportunities.

This conversation is a fresh perspective on leadership—one that challenges the idea of always needing to know, and instead invites you to stay open, adaptable, and curious.

Because sometimes, the question you ask is what changes everything.

What actually makes someone a great leader—and how much of it comes down to the small, everyday moments?

In this episode of The Story Seat, Ronald Reich—leadership and management development expert—shares insights from over 30 years of helping individuals and organizations grow. But instead of focusing on big, abstract ideas, this conversation brings leadership back to what truly matters: how we listen, communicate, give feedback, and show up for others.

We explore what emotional intelligence looks like in action, how to handle challenging conversations with clarity, and why recognition, respect, and intentional culture are the foundation of strong teams.

This episode is a practical and thoughtful reminder that great leadership isn’t built in grand gestures—but in the consistent, human skills we practice every day.

What does recovery really look like—and how do you hold onto hope when the journey feels uncertain?

In this deeply human episode of The Story Seat, Dale Walsh shares his lived experience with schizophrenia—moving through diagnosis, hospitalizations, and psychosis, and ultimately finding a path toward stability, independence, and purpose.

But this conversation goes beyond one person’s story.

Today, Dale works with families navigating the emotional weight of mental illness—offering guidance, understanding, and a framework for rebuilding connection through his LIVELOVE method. With a perspective shaped from the inside out, he brings insight into both sides of the experience—the individual and the family walking alongside them.

We explore the realities of mental health, the challenges families often face in silence, and the small but meaningful steps that make recovery possible.

This episode is a reminder that even in the most difficult moments, there

What if the moments that define your life aren’t the big, obvious ones—but the quiet, almost invisible shifts along the way?

In this reflective episode of The Story Seat, Chip Scholz—executive coach, author, and storyteller—shares a journey shaped not by dramatic turning points, but by subtle realizations, small decisions, and unexpected resets.

After a significant life transition, Chip began to rethink everything—from identity and success to purpose and what it truly means to live well. Moving away from titles and control, he found meaning in usefulness, presence, and even in the simple, grounding practice of working with his hands.

Drawing from his book Every Dog Has Its Day, this conversation explores the power of slowing down, letting go, and paying attention to the moments we often overlook.

This episode is a gentle invitation to reflect, reset, and recognize that the life you’re building is happening right now—in the smallest choices you make every day.

What if the book you’ve been putting off is the very thing that could change everything?

In this episode of The Story Seat, Jill Clair—co-founder of Erin Marie Books—shares how she’s helped over 100 entrepreneurs turn their ideas into published books that grow their influence, authority, and income.

But behind her work is a deeper story. After a life-changing cancer diagnosis, Jill made a decision to stop playing small—and start helping others share their message while they still can.

In this conversation, we dive into why so many people never write the book they know they should, the biggest misconceptions around publishing, and how a book can become one of the most powerful tools for building a business.

This episode is both a wake-up call and a roadmap—for anyone who knows they have something to say, but hasn’t said it yet.

What does it take to stop hiding—and finally face your truth?

In this powerful episode of The Story Seat, Calvin Bagley—entrepreneur, bestselling author, and founder of a multi-million dollar company—shares a story that goes far beyond business success. Raised in extreme hardship and without formal education until the age of 22, Calvin spent years hiding a past shaped by survival, isolation, and silence.

Everything changed when he chose to confront that truth.

Through his memoir Hiding from the School Bus, Calvin opens up about his journey from a childhood without structure or schooling to building a life of purpose, impact, and leadership. In this conversation, we explore what it means to break generational patterns, redefine your identity, and use your past as fuel instead of limitation.

This is a story about courage—the kind it takes to be honest with yourself, to rewrite your narrative, and to step fully into who you’re meant to become.

What happens when your body forces you to face what your mind has been avoiding?

In this deeply honest episode of The Story Seat, Melissa Crook—host of The FEEL Podcast—shares the story of a turning point that changed everything. What began as a series of alarming health scares led to a powerful realization: the root wasn’t just physical—it was emotional.

After years of holding it all together, people-pleasing, and pushing her feelings aside, Melissa found herself confronting anxiety, codependency, and the weight of unprocessed emotions. That moment became the beginning of a new journey—one rooted in self-awareness, healing, and learning how to truly feel.

In this conversation, we explore the connection between emotional and physical health, the challenge of setting boundaries, and the courage it takes to slow down and listen to yourself—especially in a world that rewards constant doing.

This episode is a gentle invitation to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the parts of yourself you may have been taught to ignore.

What does it take to build a life around storytelling—and keep evolving as the world changes?

In this episode of The Story Seat, Aaron Ryan—award-winning author, voice actor, and creative force behind more than 40 published books—shares the journey behind his work. From writing across genres like sci-fi, thrillers, and children’s literature to seeing his stories adapted for the screen, Aaron opens up about the discipline, creativity, and resilience it takes to stay consistent over time.

We explore how his background in voice acting shapes the way he brings characters to life, the realities of navigating a rapidly changing creative industry, and how he’s adapting to shifts like AI without losing his voice.

This is a conversation about reinvention, persistence, and the power of storytelling—not just as a craft, but as a lifelong pursuit.

What happens when everything you built… suddenly falls apart?

In this episode of The Story Seat, we sit down with Alex Rajan—an AI innovator helping businesses transform how they connect with their customers through voice technology.

After experiencing a dramatic fall from financial success to personal and professional uncertainty, Alex found himself at a crossroads. What followed wasn’t just a comeback—it was a reinvention.

We explore how his lowest moments reshaped his perspective, what led him to the world of AI, and why he believes voice technology is changing the way businesses communicate. From “silent websites” to real-time conversations, Alex shares how this shift is helping companies engage, respond, and grow in entirely new ways.

This is a conversation about resilience, reinvention, and what becomes possible when you choose to rebuild with purpose.