The Hidden Entrepreneur Show with Josh Cary

In this thought-provoking episode, John Frost, Vice President of Enrollment Management and Marketing at Doane University, joins Josh Cary for a dynamic conversation about the evolving landscape of higher education.Is college still necessary in the age of AI, influencers, and online learning? John brings clarity, passion, and a fresh perspective to the table, challenging outdated assumptions and spotlighting the real value of a college education today.From redefining what it means to "help people," to teaching kids to build a brand before high school, this episode goes far beyond academics; it's a roadmap for how to raise capable, purpose-driven individuals in a fast-changing world.What You’ll Learn:Why college isn’t dead but its purpose has evolvedThe real-world skills higher ed must deliver in today’s workforceHow AI and YouTube are pushing universities to teach deeper, not just widerWhy Doane’s motto is “We don’t take orders, we make dreams”How parents can prepare their kids (mentally and emotionally) for the futureWhy what your child posts online now could impact college admissions laterThe incredible story of a student mom whose life was transformed by being told, “You can do this.”

Is your body already capable of healing itself? In this episode, Dr. Peter Kevorkian, President of Life Chiropractic College West, joins host Josh Cary to explore the often-overlooked truth about healing: it starts from within.Dr. Peter breaks down the core philosophy behind chiropractic care, not as a treatment for pain, but as a gateway to optimal life expression. From removing physical and emotional interferences to discussing the future of compassionate healthcare, this episode is a deep, empowering dive into how we can all live healthier, more vibrant lives.Whether you're new to chiropractic or already a believer, this conversation will challenge the way you think about health, energy, and personal responsibility.Key Topics Covered:The core chiropractic philosophy: “Life needs no help, just no interference”How our nervous system controls everything from immunity to mental healthWhy symptoms are signals, not the problemWhat to do before you get sick and how to live proactivelyThe connection between emotional trauma, stress, and spinal healthWhy chiropractic care begins at birth (literally)The rise of self-care, energy medicine, and holistic wellnessHow Dr. Peter is training the next generation of compassionate healers

In this episode of The Hidden Entrepreneur Show, host Josh Cary sits down with Sam Yeruva, the founder and CEO of Pycube, to discuss how technology is revolutionizing healthcare operations from the inside out. Sam shares how PyCube is tackling inefficiencies in hospitals, saving lives through digitization, and helping healthcare systems prepare for the era of AI.From patient care delays to lost equipment and even expired implants, Sam reveals eye-opening challenges facing healthcare providers—and the innovative solutions his company is delivering to solve them.Whether you're a healthcare professional, technologist, or just passionate about better care systems, this conversation is a must-listen.What You’ll Learn:The real reason healthcare is so expensive (hint: it’s not just insurance).How Pycube helps hospitals reduce waste and improve operational efficiency.Why better tech can mean fewer lost samples, better organ transport, and timely patient care.The role of AI in healthcare and why Sam believes it’s essential, not optional.How non-profit hospitals can survive financial losses by embracing innovation.Why even rural hospitals deserve high-efficiency care.

Most people think their money problems are about income. Or markets. Or timing.They are wrong.In this episode of The Hidden Entrepreneur Show, Josh Cary and co-host Suzi Aseltine sit down with Farrel Liger, a Wall Street managing director who is still in the game, still advising clients, and still seeing the same mistakes ruin people financially every single day.Farrel pulls back the curtain on what actually holds people back financially. Fear. Bad habits learned early. Decisions made without education. And a system that never taught most of us how money really works.This is not theory. This is front-line experience from someone who has lived through financial crises, broken investments, hard phone calls, and real wins. You will walk away seeing money differently and more importantly, making better decisions with it.If you want to understand money instead of hoping it works out, this episode is for you.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy Smart People Still Make Terrible Money Decisions Farrel explains why doctors, lawyers, and high earners still struggle financially and how lack of education, not intelligence, is the real problem.The Hidden Fear That Drives Most Financial Mistakes From fear of missing out to fear of losing everything, you will hear how fear silently shapes financial behavior and how to use it instead of letting it control you.What Wall Street Advisors Never Say Out Loud Why honesty beats hype every time, how trust is actually built, and why transparency matters more than performance.The One Financial Lesson Every Teenager Needs to Know A simple banking mistake that can quietly ruin your financial future before it even starts and how to avoid it.Why Failure Is a Requirement for Financial Success Farrel shares a hard story about losing money for a client, making the call, and why failure is often the price of real growth.How to Build Wealth Without Chasing Trends Budgeting, saving, investing, and habit building explained in plain language that actually makes sense.What’s Really Happening With the Economy Right Now The dollar, AI, global markets, and economic fear explained from someone watching it unfold in real time.Why Financial Literacy Changes Everything The real reason Farrel started a nonprofit focused on financial education and why these conversations matter now more than ever.

What if staying safe did not require dialing 911, pulling out your phone, or even letting anyone know you were in danger?In this episode, Josh sits down with eBodyguard founder Melissa Faith Hart to unpack a groundbreaking safety app that works quietly, instantly, and intelligently in real-world situations. From dark parking lots to retail thefts, domestic violence, school bullying, and even elderly financial abuse, this conversation reveals how technology can finally move personal safety from reactive to preventative.This is not a fear-based conversation. It is an empowerment conversation. If you have ever felt that subtle gut feeling that something is off, this episode will show you how to listen to it and what to do next.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeHow Voice-Activated Safety Actually WorksWhy a simple spoken safety phrase can instantly trigger emergency response, record evidence, and protect you without alerting anyone nearby.The Power of Silent ProtectionHow eBodyguard records audio, video, time, date, and location automatically, creating verified evidence with a secure chain of custody.Why This Is Bigger Than a Panic ButtonHow eBodyguard is being used by individuals, law enforcement, victim advocates, and government partners across all 50 states.Preventative Safety vs Reactive ResponseWhy Melissa believes the future of public safety is about reducing the need for 911, not increasing it.How AI Is Being Used the Right WayWhat “tech for good” really means and how eBodyguard protects against manipulated or altered evidence in the age of generative AI.Protecting the Most VulnerableHow the app helps address school bullying, domestic violence, online harassment, and the billions lost each year to elderly financial abuse.Why Privacy Is Non-NegotiableHow data encryption and user control are built into the platform so safety tools never become surveillance tools.From Broadway to BodyguardsMelissa’s surprising journey from musical theater composer to safety tech founder and why creativity and technology are more connected than you think.Becoming Your Own Safety AmbassadorThe mindset shift that puts control back in your hands and helps create safer communities for everyone.

So many women step into entrepreneurship with heart, grit, and world class talent but no roadmap for how to turn that into revenue. Today’s conversation is a wakeup call for any female founder who feels unseen or underpaid. Branding and sales strategist Ashley Abarr joins me in studio to break down why women often struggle to build sellable, scalable businesses and what to do about it.Ashley brings a rare mix of corporate strategy and creative execution, plus a deeply personal origin story that explains why she’s so committed to helping women rise. If you’ve ever questioned your worth, your messaging, or your ability to confidently ask for the sale, this episode will hit home. This is a conversation about getting visible, getting paid, and reclaiming the identity you may have sidelined for far too long.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy Women Struggle to Convert Their Talent into RevenueAshley reveals the real reason so many female founders feel stuck. From lack of corporate experience to years of being told to play small, she breaks down the specific patterns she helps women break so they can finally get tangible ROI from their work.Mindset Before MechanicsAshley may be a strategy powerhouse, but she’s clear on one thing. None of the scripts, funnels, or offers matter if you don’t feel worthy of charging what you should. Hear how she dismantles old stories, perfectionism, and people pleasing so her clients can sell with conviction.Sales Is Service Not SleazeMost people picture sales as slimy or scammy. Ashley flips that belief in real time, reframing sales as the most human, purpose driven act you can master. If you’re avoiding sales because it feels uncomfortable, this is your new playbook.A Brand That Stands Out in the Sea of SamenessPeople don’t buy the product. They buy you. Ashley explains why personal branding is your greatest competitive edge and how to assess your differentiators by studying your market through a strategic lens.Why Every No Matters More Than Every YesAshley introduces her surprising “no’s list” game and explains why tracking rejection is the secret to accurate conversion rates and unstoppable momentum. This shift alone can change how you show up in your business.The Origin Story Behind Her SuccessFrom being adopted by her grandparents to becoming a single mom at twenty one earning thirteen dollars an hour, Ashley shares the raw truth of how she turned setbacks into stepping stones. Her story alone is worth the listen.Finding the Right Rooms and the Right PeopleSuccess doesn’t happen in isolation. Ashley breaks down how to choose the rooms that stretch you and why your circle determines the level you rise to.A Direct Message to Female Founders EverywhereAshley closes with a powerful reminder. Every version of you is worthy. Your business can only thrive when you stop abandoning yourself and start seeing your own value.

Most entrepreneurs work harder than anyone they know yet still feel stuck inside their own business. They are exhausted, overwhelmed, and living in constant reaction mode. The dream life they imagined feels out of reach because the business can’t seem to run without them.Today’s conversation flips that entire story.Katie Cesna, founder of Wild Legacy Collective, joins Josh in the studio to reveal why so many business owners unknowingly operate with an employee mindset. She breaks down the chaos, the lack of replicable systems, and the ego traps that keep entrepreneurs trapped in their own creation.This episode is a blueprint for stepping into true CEO identity. If you want a business that runs without constant babysitting, a team that thrives, and the freedom to enjoy life while your business continues to grow, Katie shows you exactly what needs to change.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy Chaos Happens Even in Successful BusinessesHow early stage systems break as a business grows and why that creates a cycle of overwhelm, bottlenecks, and “I don’t have time to fix this” thinking.The Employee Mindset TrapWhy many business owners stay stuck doing tasks they hate, avoiding the hard decisions, and thinking the place will fall apart if they step away.The Real Reason Entrepreneurs Resist DelegationHow ego attachment to being needed creates internal panic when things go well without you and how to break that cycle.The CEO Shift That Changes EverythingWhat it means to take radical responsibility for everything in your business, how communication drives culture, and why clear systems unlock confidence for both you and your team.The Dream Life FrameworkKatie’s first step in every business. How she maps hours, income, lifestyle goals, and offer structure so your business is built around the life you want, not the other way around.How to Create a Business That Runs Without YouReplicable systems. Team empowerment. Strategic automation. Real examples of clients who went from fearful to five week vacations with their business running smoothly.Why Personal Patterns Always Show Up in BusinessHow the internal work changes external results and why fixing communication and boundaries inside the business often transforms life outside of it.Resetting the Vision When You Outgrow ItWhat to do when the dream you once wanted is no longer the dream and how to continually evolve your business to match who you are becoming.

Ever feel like you’re living a life that looks fine from the outside but feels quietly suffocating on the inside? That’s the space Shawna Poliziani knows all too well. She’s the creator of The Artist Emancipation, a movement built to help people step out of quiet desperation and into a life where they feel worthy, seen, and creatively alive.This conversation hits you right in the truth. Shawna opens up about the moment her father passed away and how it forced her to confront her own life. She was successful on paper but empty in reality. That loss became her turning point. It made her rebuild everything and commit to freeing herself and others from the roles, expectations, and definitions of success that don’t reflect who we really are.If you’ve ever felt like you’re meant for more, like you’re holding back your real voice, or like your worth is tied to someone else’s definition of success, this episode gives you the shift you’ve been waiting for.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy So Many of Us Play SmallShawna explains the hidden trap of living for approval, stability, or someone else’s version of success. You’ll understand why so many people quietly shrink themselves and what finally breaks the cycle.The Wake-Up Moment That Changes EverythingHear how her father’s passing forced a painful but powerful realization: if she died the next day, she wouldn’t have been happy with her life. This is the emotional mirror we all need to hold up.What “Emancipation” Really MeansIt’s freedom. Not in theory. In practice. Freedom from expectations, fear, money-driven definitions of success, and years of being told creativity isn’t “practical.” Shawna shows how to reclaim your identity as a creator of your own life.The Difference Between Making and CreatingA simple but game-changing distinction. Making follows instructions. Creating starts from scratch. This single insight will change the way you approach your work, your ideas, and the life you’re building.How to Feel Worthy AgainMost people don’t struggle with talent. They struggle with believing they deserve to use it. Shawna walks through why self-doubt is the easy default and how to step into worthiness as a daily practice.How Environment Shapes ConfidenceYou’ll hear why most artists and creative thinkers hide their biggest ideas and how the right space, the right conversation, and the right community can pull genius back out of hiding.The Universal Truth: Everyone Is an ArtistShawna makes a compelling case that “artist” isn’t a title. It’s a birthright. If you create anything in your life — choices, ideas, opportunities — you’re already an artist. You just haven’t claimed it yet.How Choosing Your Truth Breaks Generational PatternsShawna reflects on how her father’s life could have been different if either of them embraced their creativity earlier. It’s a powerful look at how choosing fulfillment can change your personal legacy.A Message Directly to YouShawna closes with a grounding reminder: if you’re not happy in the life you’re living, the only first step is admitting it. You don’t need the full roadmap. Just enough courage to choose something different tomorrow.

Lazy gets a bad rap. You know it. I know it. And Naz Spurrier definitely knows it. She’s a licensed trauma therapist and the creator of The Lazy Girl’s Guide to Shadow Work, and she’s here to flip that four letter word on its head.If you’ve ever pushed through exhaustion because “rest feels wrong,” or judged yourself for needing a break, this episode hands you a fresh perspective. Naz reveals why embracing ease is not a shortcut but actually the doorway into deeper emotional awareness, better relationships, more grounded leadership, and a healthier nervous system.This conversation is equal parts surprising and liberating. You’ll walk away rethinking how you work, how you respond, how you parent, how you partner, and how you treat the parts of yourself you’ve been avoiding for years. Real talk: the productivity you’re chasing might be hiding behind the rest you refuse to take.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeReclaiming the Word LazyWhy laziness is really about tuning into what your body and mind need, not checking out. Naz explains how reclaiming the word frees you from guilt and shame while making you more effective in life and business.What Shadow Work Actually IsShadow work is trending, but most people still don’t know what it means. Naz breaks it down with clarity: it’s the process of bringing unconscious patterns to light so you can lead from your wisest, most grounded self.The Sneaky Ways Your Shadow Shows UpPeople pleasing. Perfectionism. Your inner critic. That 13-year-old version of you that hijacks adult conversations. Naz walks through the common “parts” that run the show and why they show up when you least want them to.A Three Step Process to Start TodayNaz shares her simple framework for beginning shadow work without making it overwhelming. You’ll learn how to tune into your body, recognize the younger part of you that’s reacting, and choose a healthier response.How Rest Makes You Better at EverythingFrom parenting to leadership to building your business, Naz shows why ease creates better outcomes than grinding. Rest becomes a strategy instead of a reward you feel guilty for taking.Why Everyone Needs Shadow WorkNaz explains why no one outgrows their shadow and why the work is lifelong. The more success you have, the more these patterns show up until you learn to integrate them.How to Talk to Loved Ones About Their ShadowsYou can’t force someone into the work, but you can guide them. Naz shares the healthier way to nudge a spouse, child, or family member without creating resistance.How to Know When a Younger Version of You Is Running the ShowIf you respond like you’re back in middle school, spoiler alert… a part of you is. Naz shows you how to spot it and shift back into your adult self fast.

This episode goes straight into the heart of what it means to lose everything and still find a way to keep going. Stacey Dempsey-Patrick didn’t face one loss. She didn’t face two. She endured a staggering series of tragedies that would bring anyone to their knees. In twenty six months, she lost her sister, her twenty one year-old daughter, her husband, and two brothers. The grief didn’t stop. The world didn’t slow down. And yet somehow, she found a way not only to survive it but to build something that now helps countless others survive their darkest days too.Stacey is the founder of Lemonade Lounge, a community and support space created for people who are actively grieving and don’t know where to turn. This conversation pulls you in from the first moment because it’s real, raw, and painfully honest. If you’ve ever felt knocked off your feet by life, if you’ve ever wondered how a human being gets back up after the unimaginable, or if you love someone who’s grieving and you don’t know how to help, this episode is essential listening.This is grief support in a way most people have never experienced. It’s practical, it’s human, and it’s built for people who feel like they’re losing their minds but still want to find a way forward.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhat Grief Really Looks Like Behind Closed DoorsStacey walks us step by step through a period of life no one believes is possible until they hear it. You’ll understand how different kinds of grief hit differently, why losing a child changes every cell in your body, and why the world expects you to be “fine” long before you actually are.The Missing Piece in Traditional Grief SupportTherapists are booked for months. Specialists in child loss are even harder to find. Stacey exposes the staggering gap in mental health care for grieving families and the emotional free fall that happens while you wait for help that isn’t available.Why Community Matters More Than AnythingLemonade Lounge wasn’t created as a “program.” It was created out of necessity. Stacey breaks down why people in deep grief need a safe place to say what they’re really feeling without being judged, medicated immediately, or rushed through the process.How to Survive Holidays, Birthdays, Anniversaries, and TriggersThe sour moments are everywhere. Stacey gives practical, real-world guidance for navigating first holidays, angelversaries, birthdays, unexpected triggers, and the painful truth that year two is often harder than year one.How to Support Someone Who Is GrievingIf you’ve ever said, “Let me know if you need anything,” you’ll rethink it after this. Stacey explains what grieving people actually need, why they may not respond to you for months, and why sticking around after the crowd disappears is the real gift.The Words You Should Never Say to Someone in GriefEveryone means well. Not everyone helps. Stacey gives a simple, powerful guide to the phrases that hurt more than they heal and what to say instead.How Grief Forced a Total Life ResetStacey’s perspective on life now is completely different. She stopped tolerating the trivial. She changed careers. She travels more. She gives more. She lives with presence and purpose because she knows how quickly everything can change.Why Preparation Matters Even If You Haven’t Faced Loss YetFrom wills to life insurance to simple conversations, Stacey reveals the emotional and practical preparation that eases the burden when tragedy hits a family.

Healthcare affects every single one of us. Yet most of what’s happening behind the scenes remains invisible until something goes wrong. In this episode, Josh Cary sits down with Sam Yeruva, Founder and CEO of Pycube, to unpack why healthcare is so expensive, so complex, and often so inefficient and what can actually be done about it.This is not a tech-for-tech’s-sake conversation. It’s a grounded, human discussion about patient safety, lost samples, missing equipment, overstressed hospitals, and why operational efficiency isn't about profits first, but about better outcomes for doctors, nurses, and patients alike.If you’ve ever wondered why hospitals feel chaotic, why delays happen, or how AI could genuinely improve healthcare without replacing humans, this episode connects the dots in a way that finally makes sense.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy Healthcare Feels Broken From the Inside OutHow hospitals evolved from small community institutions into highly complex systems and why that complexity drives cost, waste, and inefficiency.What Operational Efficiency Really Means for PatientsFrom missing equipment to lost pathology samples to expired devices, Sam explains how system failures directly impact patient care and how better workflows save lives.The Hidden Cost of Chaos in HospitalsWhy hospitals lose billions not because of bad intentions, but because of outdated systems, poor visibility, and disconnected workflows.Where Insurance Fits Into the PictureA clear and balanced take on why insurers are often blamed, what role they actually play, and why removing them would likely create bigger problems, not fewer.Why Profit and Efficiency Matter Even in NonprofitsHow financial stability allows hospitals to hire nurses, retain doctors, invest in technology, and continue serving local communities.AI in Healthcare Without the Fear NarrativeA practical discussion on where AI belongs, where it doesn’t, and why every major technological leap has faced the same resistance before becoming essential.What a Job Well Done Looks Like for the Future of HealthcareSam’s vision for preparing hospitals to be AI-ready, cutting waste, improving care delivery, and creating a healthier system for everyone involved.Memorable Moments From the Conversation• Why hospitals are the most expensive hotels in America and why that matters• How a missing machine or sample can delay care at critical moments• Why efficiency is a patient safety issue, not just a business metric• The surprising parallels between AI, electricity, and early computers• How small operational improvements can turn losses into sustainable careAbout the GuestSam Yeruva is the Founder and CEO of Pycube, a healthcare technology company focused on improving operational efficiency across health systems. His work centers on reducing waste, increasing visibility, and ensuring resources are used where they matter most, patient care.

In this episode, Josh sits down with Matt Granados, founder of LifePulse and author of Motivate the Unmotivated, to unpack why most people are stuck running on fumes and how intentional living is the missing link between success and fulfillment. This conversation goes far beyond productivity hacks. It cuts straight to the root of why people feel overwhelmed, unmotivated, and burned out at work and at home.Matt has worked with companies like Google, the U.S. military, and Fortune 500 organizations, but his approach is deeply human. He explains why motivation still matters, why knowledge alone does not change behavior, and how leaders can stop managing symptoms and start fixing root causes. If you are an entrepreneur, leader, parent, or operator trying to get your life and team back in alignment, this episode will hit home.Check out these special bonuses and offers exclusively for show listeners: https://www.lifepulseinc.com/hiddenWhat You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy Intentionality Is the Catalyst for FulfillmentMatt explains why no one accidentally becomes fulfilled and how modern convenience has quietly stripped intentionality from our lives, creating burnout and disengagement.The Difference Between High Performance and Optimal PerformanceWhy chasing high performance leads to exhaustion and burnout, and how shifting to optimal performance creates sustainable success at work and in life.Why Motivation Still MattersThe truth about motivation, desire, and environment. Why leaders cannot force motivation but can absolutely create conditions where it thrives.The Real Reason People Have “People Problems”Why people are not the problem. People have problems. Fix the root cause and leadership becomes easier overnight.Expose, Bridge, Sustain: A Simple Framework That Actually WorksHow Matt helps individuals and organizations identify hidden gaps, build bridges forward, and sustain progress without sliding backward.Why Knowledge Is No Longer EnoughIn a world where everyone has access to information and AI, Matt explains how wisdom is the real differentiator and how to apply knowledge at the right time in the right way.Leadership, Fatherhood, and Personal ResponsibilityHow Matt’s experience as a father shaped his leadership philosophy and why the energy you bring into a room matters more than you think.Nice vs Kind LeadershipWhy avoiding conflict is not compassion and how honest leadership creates stronger teams and healthier cultures.From Craigslist to Fortune 500The accidental origin story of LifePulse and how a simple system built for survival evolved into a framework trusted by some of the biggest organizations in the world.Check out these special bonuses and offers exclusively for show listeners: https://www.lifepulseinc.com/hidden

If you have ever felt like success is a moving target, this episode hits different. Brian J. Esposito is not just a CEO with a big portfolio. He is a builder who has lived the full roller coaster: growth, collapse, debt, recovery, and a comeback that forced him to redefine what success even means.You will hear how he thinks about building companies, avoiding distractions, choosing partners, leading with values, and why he believes money is a tool, not the point. This is a real conversation about business strategy, mindset, and staying grounded while you scale.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeHow Brian built a holdings company with 115-plus businessesWhy he needs “more dots to connect” and how internal synergy becomes a competitive advantage.The real difference between growth and shiny object chaosHis spiritual and practical filter for deciding what is a true opportunity versus a trap that knocks you off your path.The business model rule he lives and dies byIf you want to be in business, you need revenues. If you want to stay in business, you need to be profitable.How to evaluate your company when you want the next levelWhere he looks first when he walks into a business, and why most advisory boards are dead weight.The equity lesson every founder needs to hearHe compares equity to oxygen in a scuba tank and explains who deserves a piece of it.Culture as a growth engineWhy his companies run on honesty, vulnerability, and zero hidden agendas, and how that drives speed and trust.Gut instinct over paperworkHe trusts instinct first, then compliance, legal, and accounting. He explains why every time he ignored his gut, it burned him.His comeback story after the 2016 crashA head on collision in Nashville, a year of collapse, millions in debt, and the mindset shift that rebuilt everything.How he learned to price himselfThe surprising moment that gave him his confidence back: getting paid $100 to prove he could still deliver value.The deeper definition of successThe question “When is enough enough?” and why chasing money can quietly turn life into constant fight or flight.Key Moments and TakeawaysBuilding a portfolio works when you create internal leverage instead of relying on outside timelines.Shiny objects often show up when you are finally doing the right things. That is the test.Profitability is not about being cheap. It is about being smart, sustainable, and human.Advisors should be producing value. If they are not, they should not be on the cap table.The wrong partners cost more than they ever contribute, especially when values do not match.A real rebuild often starts when your identity stops being tied to a number.Quotes Worth Stealing“If you want to be in business, you need revenues. If you want to stay in business, you need to be profitable.”“Every percentage of equity is a...

What if the smartest way to build a high-growth company is not to invent the technology yourself, but to find breakthrough R&D already proven inside the biggest corporations on earth and then build a company around it?In this episode, Josh Cary sits down with Roland Austrup, Chief Growth Officer at publicly traded Innventure, to unpack a rare business model that combines the private-equity and venture-capital models with public-market liquidity. You’ll hear how Innventure evaluates hundreds of technologies, says yes to only a tiny fraction, and focuses on one thing: execution without guessing on the tech or the market.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeHow to explain Innventure at the dinner tableRoland gives a simple way to describe what they do: they find transformative technologies and build companies around them from the ground up.The “commercialization gap” most people missBig multinationals can fund world-class R&D, but they are not always built to commercialize as entrepreneurs are. That’s the lane Innventure plays in.How they choose what to buildRoland walks through the filters: unmet market need, technical validation, immediate value proposition that drives adoption, and a strategic partner that becomes a channel or early customer.Why they only want one type of riskInnventure aims to eliminate technology and market risk, so they primarily manage execution and scaling risk.The data center cooling story that matters right nowTheir company, Accelsius, targets next gen cooling where chips run hotter and traditional cooling methods stop working. Roland breaks down why “air and water” are not enough and uses a simple frying pan analogy you’ll never forget.The hardest part of building something newEven with deep diligence, Roland says adoption timing is the wildcard. Predicting how fast an industry will change is what keeps him up at night.Leadership chemistry and why it beats talent aloneRoland shares why synergy matters at the top, why you do not want clones, and how complementary strengths are a form of risk mitigation.A career built on flow, not a straight lineFrom almost becoming a doctor to philosophy to trading to building a hedge fund, Roland’s path is a masterclass in curiosity, contrarian timing, and following what life keeps putting in front of you.The quiet truth about personal brand and businessRoland puts it simply: no matter what you do, you are always marketing yourself. Conviction, trust, and integrity are the whole game.Stoicism for builders“Why worry, it doesn’t change anything.” Roland ties business leadership back to controlling what you can control and using adversity as fuel.Learn More About Roland and Innventure: https://www.innventure.com/team/roland-austrup

If you have ever wondered what truly high level leaders are craving behind the polished LinkedIn profiles and impressive titles, this conversation pulls back the curtain. This is the inside story behind a remarkable day when seven vYve members, leaders, and entrepreneurs across a range of industries came to the New York iHeart Studios for a full immersive experience. Together, they workshopped their messaging, clarified their stories, and stepped up to the mic for one on one interviews that captured their insight, energy, and personality.In this kickoff episode, Andrea Sullivan and James Orsini share how vYve by Vayner was created to support executives and entrepreneurs who feel lonely, stretched, and stuck at the very moment they are expected to have it all figured out. You will hear how the iHeart day came together, why it became a breakthrough moment for the group, and what it revealed about the power of community, confidence, and storytelling. This episode sets the stage for the individual conversations that follow, each one showcasing a different vYve member and the work they are doing in their world.What You’ll Learn in This Episode• How vYve by Vayner emerged during the uncertainty and emotional weight of COVID• Why even the most impressive leaders quietly struggle with loneliness and burnout• How Andrea and James built vYve around community, accountability, and personal breakthroughs• What makes vYve’s mix of entrepreneurs and Fortune 500 leaders so unique• How the iHeart studio day became a podcast playground for seven vYve members• Why shaping your message is as important as knowing your story• The concierge style support vYve offers, including curated connections and expert guidance• How vYve measures progress, momentum, and personal transformation• Who vYve is for and how to know if the program is the right next step for youAbout Today’s GuestsAndrea Sullivan is the CEO of vYve by Vayner and a long time marketing leader who served as chief marketing officer for Gary Vaynerchuk for more than six years. She co founded vYve to help leaders grow their businesses while also becoming healthier, happier humans.James Orsini is the President of Startup Operations at VaynerX and a trusted operator who has helped launch multiple companies and offerings within the Vayner ecosystem. As co founder of vYve and its lead business and personal coach, James focuses on strategy, accountability, and connecting members with the right resources to move forward with clarity and confidence....The vYve Thrive SeriesStories about the unlocking of dreams that lead to business and personal growth… ignite YOUR thrive.The vYve Thrive podcast series was born from a simple vYve NYC meetup—an intimate gathering centered around charting our dreams and finding our true voice. What began as a small circle of leaders quickly evolved into something much bigger: founders, creators, and executives opening up, shedding old limits, and discovering what becomes possible when you allow yourself to be seen and heard.At vYve, we are more than a business-growth mastermind. We are a community grounded in honesty, courage, and the belief that our dreams—big or small—are meant to be pursued together and made real.Through our work at the New York Summit in October with The Podcast Playground, these stories now have an even broader platform to resonate, inspire, and remind others that their next chapter is entirely within reach.If you’re feeling the pull to explore your next chapter, we would love to hear from you.Reach out to us on social @thrivewithvyve on IG or just @vYve on Linkedin!This is vYve Thrive—where leaders chase their dreams, claim their voice, and ignite the spark for others to do the same.

Retirement is supposed to feel freeing, but for many people it becomes disorienting, lonely, and far from the dream they imagined. Recorded live inside the iHeart Studios in New York, Sylvia Toense shares how a frightening health scare at 58 pushed her to rethink everything, leave her corporate career, and develop a framework that helps others thrive in their next life chapter.If you want clarity, purpose, better health, stronger relationships, and a plan you can actually put into practice, this conversation gives you the roadmap. Retirement is not an ending. It is a shift. And Sylvia shows you exactly how to navigate it.What You’ll Learn in This Episode• The most common patterns among people who retire and feel unhappy• Why losing work based friendships leads to loneliness and depression• How Sylvia’s cardiac wake up call changed her life priorities overnight• The practical steps she took to design her next chapter with intention• Why people need more self reflection before they retire• How to experiment with retirement through small trials, hobbies, and test runs• Why purpose matters more than the idea of “free time”• The biggest trap people fall into and how to avoid it• Why planning for friendships, health, and meaning is more important than finances aloneAbout Today’s GuestSylvia Toense is the author of The Shift Playbook and a mentor for individuals preparing for retirement or major life transitions. After a successful 25 year career in financial services, a health crisis forced her to reassess her priorities and rethink her future. Today, she helps people design a purposeful, energizing, and connected life after leaving full time work, guiding them through mindset shifts, planning exercises, and practical steps for thriving in their next chapter....The vYve Thrive SeriesStories about the unlocking of dreams that lead to business and personal growth… ignite YOUR thrive.The vYve Thrive podcast series was born from a simple vYve NYC meetup—an intimate gathering centered around charting our dreams and finding our true voice. What began as a small circle of leaders quickly evolved into something much bigger: founders, creators, and executives opening up, shedding old limits, and discovering what becomes possible when you allow yourself to be seen and heard.At vYve, we are more than a business-growth mastermind. We are a community grounded in honesty, courage, and the belief that our dreams—big or small—are meant to be pursued together and made real.Through our work at the New York Summit in October with The Podcast Playground, these stories now have an even broader platform to resonate, inspire, and remind others that their next chapter is entirely within reach.If you’re feeling the pull to explore your next chapter, we would love to hear from you.Reach out to us on social @thrivewithvyve on IG or just @vYve on Linkedin!This is vYve Thrive—where leaders chase their dreams, claim their voice, and ignite the spark for others to do the same.

If you have ever wondered whether calm, connected parenting actually works, Avery Rubenstein is living proof. As the adult child of parenting expert Randi Rubenstein, Avery grew up in a home built on perspective seeking rather than punishment.In this conversation, recorded live at iHeart Studios in New York, Avery shares how that upbringing shaped her confidence, empathy, and calling as a social worker working with foster youth. This episode gives you a deeply human look at what happens when a child is heard, understood, and treated like a whole person.What You’ll Learn in This Episode• What it feels like to be raised in a home without yelling and why that matters• How perspective seeking creates emotional safety for both parent and child• Why Avery realized as an adult that her childhood was very different from the norm• The moment Avery recognized the impact of their upbringing while babysitting• How children sense when adults are truly listening• The surprising behavior shifts that happen when a child is given choice• What Avery has learned working with foster children who have experienced trauma• A simple but powerful message for parents who want to do betterAbout Today’s GuestAvery Rubenstein is the co-author of a children’s book series developed with their mother, parenting expert Randi Rubinstein. Avery is pursuing a master’s degree in social work and works in foster care settings, helping children process difficult emotions through play and perspective-based communication. Her work is centered on helping kids feel heard, respected, and understood....The vYve Thrive Series Stories about the unlocking of dreams that lead to business and personal growth… ignite YOUR thrive.The vYve Thrive podcast series was born from a simple vYve NYC meetup—an intimate gathering centered around charting our dreams and finding our true voice. What began as a small circle of leaders quickly evolved into something much bigger: founders, creators, and executives opening up, shedding old limits, and discovering what becomes possible when you allow yourself to be seen and heard.At vYve, we are more than a business-growth mastermind. We are a community grounded in honesty, courage, and the belief that our dreams—big or small—are meant to be pursued together and made real.Through our work at the New York Summit in October with The Podcast Playground, these stories now have an even broader platform to resonate, inspire, and remind others that their next chapter is entirely within reach.If you’re feeling the pull to explore your next chapter, we would love to hear from you.Reach out to us on social @thrivewithvyve on IG or just @vYve on Linkedin!This is vYve Thrive—where leaders chase their dreams, claim their voice, and ignite the spark for others to do the same.

If you have ever found yourself stuck in a cycle of tough conversations, shutdowns, and frustration with your kids, this episode is your blueprint out. Recorded live inside the iHeart Studios in New York, Randi Rubenstein shares her simple, powerful SAP framework for having productive conversations with strong-willed children.Instead of lecturing, reacting, or pushing too hard at the wrong moment, Randi shows parents how to see their child’s perspective, actively listen, and problem solve together. If you want more connection, cooperation, and confidence in your parenting, this conversation delivers the tools you need.What You’ll Learn in This Episode• Why the timing of tough conversations matters more than parents realize• What dysregulation looks like in kids and how to help them re enter a calmer state• How the SAP method works and why it transforms communication• Why empathy is the hidden key to productive conversations• How active listening reduces defensiveness and opens your child up• How prompting kids with the right questions helps them solve their own problems• Why ego, fear, and old school parenting habits get in the way• How Randi’s new children’s books help parents practice connection through story• The core belief Randi hopes every child learns: you are worthy of exquisite careAbout Today’s GuestRandi Rubenstein is the founder of Mastermind Parenting, a coaching and education company focused on helping parents communicate more effectively with strong-willed children. A respected voice in conscious parenting, Randi teaches practical frameworks for connection, accountability, and emotional safety. She is currently developing a series of children’s books designed to spark productive conversations at home....The vYve Thrive Series Stories about the unlocking of dreams that lead to business and personal growth… ignite YOUR thrive.The vYve Thrive podcast series was born from a simple vYve NYC meetup—an intimate gathering centered around charting our dreams and finding our true voice. What began as a small circle of leaders quickly evolved into something much bigger: founders, creators, and executives opening up, shedding old limits, and discovering what becomes possible when you allow yourself to be seen and heard.At vYve, we are more than a business-growth mastermind. We are a community grounded in honesty, courage, and the belief that our dreams—big or small—are meant to be pursued together and made real.Through our work at the New York Summit in October with The Podcast Playground, these stories now have an even broader platform to resonate, inspire, and remind others that their next chapter is entirely within reach.If you’re feeling the pull to explore your next chapter, we would love to hear from you.Reach out to us on social @thrivewithvyve on IG or just @vYve on Linkedin!This is vYve Thrive—where leaders chase their dreams, claim their voice, and ignite the spark for others to do the same.

When the world shut down in 2020, most event and influencer marketing firms folded. Mark Zablow’s agency not only survived, it thrived while serving one of the brands hit hardest by the pandemic: Corona.Recorded live inside the iHeart Studios in New York, Mark shares how he navigated the collapse of live events, protected his employees, stayed culturally relevant, and positioned his company for explosive growth through Modelo. This is a masterclass in resilience, creativity, and entrepreneurial instinct. If you want a real look at how leaders turn crisis into opportunity, this is the conversation.What You’ll Learn in This Episode• What it was like to run Corona’s experiential marketing during the coronavirus outbreak• How Mark kept his team employed when events disappeared overnight• Why long term thinking matters when short term chaos hits• How Modelo became the brand opportunity hiding inside the crisis• The strategy behind one of the first large scale digital events of 2020• Why influencer marketing works and how brands misuse it• How communities, not campaigns, create lifelong customers• Why Bleecker Trading was launched during the worst retail moment in NYC• The entrepreneurial mindset that spots opportunity where others see barriersAbout Today’s GuestMark Zablow is the founder of Cogent World, an influencer and event marketing agency with a decade-long track record serving some of the biggest brands in the world. He is also the founder of Bleecker Trading, a lifestyle collectibles and trading card brand based in New York City. Mark is known for turning challenges into momentum, building communities around brands, and leading with strategic clarity in uncertain times....The vYve Thrive Series Stories about the unlocking of dreams that lead to business and personal growth… ignite YOUR thrive.The vYve Thrive podcast series was born from a simple vYve NYC meetup—an intimate gathering centered around charting our dreams and finding our true voice. What began as a small circle of leaders quickly evolved into something much bigger: founders, creators, and executives opening up, shedding old limits, and discovering what becomes possible when you allow yourself to be seen and heard.At vYve, we are more than a business-growth mastermind. We are a community grounded in honesty, courage, and the belief that our dreams—big or small—are meant to be pursued together and made real.Through our work at the New York Summit in October with The Podcast Playground, these stories now have an even broader platform to resonate, inspire, and remind others that their next chapter is entirely within reach.If you’re feeling the pull to explore your next chapter, we would love to hear from you.Reach out to us on social @thrivewithvyve on IG or just @vYve on Linkedin!This is vYve Thrive—where leaders chase their dreams, claim their voice, and ignite the spark for others to do the same.

If you have ever wondered whether self-love has a place in leadership, Katie Boedecker is your proof that it does more than matter. It transforms companies. Recorded live inside the iHeart Studios in New York, Katie shares how she and her daughter run Showdown Montana, one of the oldest ski mountains in the country and one of the very few owned and operated by women.But the real story is the Montana Mindset, a people-first leadership model that teaches employees as young as fourteen how to love themselves, support each other, and show up authentically in the workplace. This conversation shows how self-love creates stronger teams, happier employees, and a thriving business culture from the inside out.What You’ll Learn in This Episode• Why Showdown Montana prioritizes employees above guests and how it changed the business• How self-love training for teenagers and adults improves performance, retention, and morale• Why the traditional customer-first model no longer works in modern workplaces• How the Montana Mindset was born from a desire to keep good people employed year-round• The four pillars that guide Katie’s leadership approach• Why the post-COVID workforce came back changed and what leaders must address• How unlimited counseling and genuine support build loyalty and resilience• What it looks like to help employees uncover self-sabotaging patterns• The personal journey Katie took to develop self-love and why it fuels her leadershipAbout Today’s GuestKatie Boedecker is the owner and operator of Showdown Montana, one of the oldest ski mountains in the United States and one of the only ski areas in the world run by women. She is also the creator of the Montana Mindset, a leadership method that prioritizes self-love, personal growth, and community. Through her work, Katie is helping reshape how companies support their employees and how individuals show up in their own lives....The vYve Thrive Series Stories about the unlocking of dreams that lead to business and personal growth… ignite YOUR thrive.The vYve Thrive podcast series was born from a simple vYve NYC meetup—an intimate gathering centered around charting our dreams and finding our true voice. What began as a small circle of leaders quickly evolved into something much bigger: founders, creators, and executives opening up, shedding old limits, and discovering what becomes possible when you allow yourself to be seen and heard.At vYve, we are more than a business-growth mastermind. We are a community grounded in honesty, courage, and the belief that our dreams—big or small—are meant to be pursued together and made real.Through our work at the New York Summit in October with The Podcast Playground, these stories now have an even broader platform to resonate, inspire, and remind others that their next chapter is entirely within reach.If you’re feeling the pull to explore your next chapter, we would love to hear from you.Reach out to us on social @thrivewithvyve on IG or just @vYve on Linkedin!This is vYve Thrive—where leaders chase their dreams, claim their voice, and ignite the spark for others to do the same.