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Welcome to The Burnout Club, where success and burnout collide. Hosted by Patrice Bonfiglio, a hedge fund industry veteran and multi-role dynamo, this podcast is your new community for tackling burnout head-on. With nearly 20 years in high-pressure environments, Patrice knows firsthand that managing burnout is key to sustaining success—both in business and life.
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This week on The Burnout Club, I’m joined by the extraordinary Dr. April Joy Damian, Chief Scientific Officer and Director of the Weitzman Institute, the national research, education, and innovation arm of the Moses/Weitzman Health System. Her leadership reaches more than two million patients across the U.S., and her mission is deeply human: to transform how health systems serve historically underserved communities through evidence-based, compassionate, community-centered care. April brings a...
In this thought-provoking and deeply human conversation, I’m joined by Denley W. McIntosh, CEO, Principal Coach, and host of The Coach’s Corner. Denley is someone who meets people right where they are — in the thick of life’s battles — and helps them return to the “corner” with clarity, confidence, and compassion. With a rare blend of intellect, lived experience, and heart, he brings together engineering, theology, sociology, and leadership to help people understand themselves and each other ...
This week on The Burnout Club, I sit down with Lisa Levey — a longtime documentary producer and co-founder of The Otherhood Collective, a storytelling platform for people navigating nontraditional paths to fulfillment and family. Lisa opens up about her own journey through infertility, the grief that followed, and how she’s redefining what a “full life” looks like outside the narrow boxes of parent or non-parent. We talk about friendship, purpose, and what it means to build community around s...
What if fulfillment didn’t have to follow the traditional script? In this episode, Patrice sits down with Sarah Berl Clifford, Founder and Marketing Director of The Otherhood Collective, to explore what it means to create belonging outside of societal expectations. Sarah opens up about her deeply personal journey through infertility, identity, and leadership — and how it inspired her to build a community where people can share their stories without labels, shame, or judgment. Together, they u...
This week, Patrice welcomes Dr. Noah Wilson-Rich, biologist, entrepreneur, and founder of The Biodiversity Lab, for a fascinating look at what we humans can learn from the natural world — especially the bees. From the queen’s burnout to the worker’s exhaustion, Noah bridges science and soul to show us that burnout isn’t just a human experience — it’s biological. Nature has already written the playbook on resilience, connection, and renewal; we just need to remember how to read it. Patrice and...
What if resilience isn’t something we’re born with but something we can build, one simple breath at a time? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Kate Lund, Clinical Psychologist and Founder of Kate Lund Psychology PLLC, joins Patrice to explore how we can create more calm, confidence, and connection in our daily lives. From navigating childhood medical challenges to supporting others through burnout and parenthood, Dr. Kate has lived and studied resilience from every angle. Together, she and Pa...
When the world stopped talking during the pandemic, Katie Severt decided to start the conversation that mattered most. As the founder of Let’s Talk Women, Katie is on a mission to close the women’s health gap by elevating the researchers, clinicians, and innovators shaping the future of care. In this episode, Patrice and Katie explore what happens when women stop saying “I’m fine” and start telling the truth about their health, burnout, and belonging. From pivoting out of tech into healthcare...
This week on The Burnout Club, we sit down with Dr. Alexis Kennedy—CEO of Compassion Recharge, forensic psychologist, former attorney, and burnout researcher with decades of experience working in trauma recovery. From interviewing victims of human trafficking to educating first responders after mass tragedies, Dr. Kennedy brings a powerful blend of compassion, science, and practicality to the conversation on burnout. Her turning point came when she realized she could no longer carry the emoti...
In this episode of The Burnout Club, Patrice sits down with Ashwin Muthiah, founder of the Unpinned Wine Club—a wine subscription redefining how we connect with wine, our health, and each other. Ashwin shares his personal journey from burnout and chronic health issues to discovering passion, purpose, and community through wine. This isn’t just about sipping something new—it’s about unlearning what we thought we knew about wine, and reconnecting to the people and places behind the bottle. List...
What if better performance started with more humanity—and a calendar block with your own name on it? In this episode, I’m joined by Kacy Fleming, CEO & Founder of The Fuchsia Tent and Kacy Fleming Consulting, TEDx speaker, and organizational psychologist. After two decades in biopharma, Kacy is helping companies get smarter about menopause at work—reducing burnout, increasing retention, and making support simple instead of awkward. We unpack her practical 3-H Framework (Healthcare, Help, ...
What happens when the life you've worked hard to build no longer feels like your own? In this episode of The Burnout Club, I sit down with Donny Ebenstein — international expert in negotiation and conflict resolution, Harvard Law grad turned coach, and author of I Hear You. Donny’s story is a powerful reminder that success without self-awareness is a fast track to burnout. We explore the quiet discomfort that often shows up before burnout fully takes hold — and why that “six-and-a-half out of...
In this episode of The Burnout Club, Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with Dr. Christine Staten, a veterinarian, practice owner, and founder of Veterinary MBA. From building a 10-doctor, 50-person mixed animal practice to creating space for mentorship and consulting, Christine’s journey is a testament to what’s possible when you blend entrepreneurial fire with emotional self-awareness. Together, they explore how burnout shows up in caregiving professions—and why your nervous system might just need...
In this episode of The Burnout Club, host Patrice Bonfiglio talks with Neal K. Shah, Chairman and Co-Founder of Counterforce Health and #1 bestselling author of Insured to Death. Neal and his team are building AI agents to help patients and physicians fight back against health insurance claims denials—a growing crisis that leaves millions without access to necessary care and adds fuel to the burnout epidemic. Neal shares how his personal caregiving journey and a successful career managing a $...
In this episode of The Burnout Club, host Patrice Bonfiglio talks with Neal K. Shah, America’s Chief Elder Officer and CEO of CareYaya Health Technologies. After a successful career as a $250M hedge fund manager, Neal’s life took a dramatic turn when deeply personal caregiving experiences reshaped his purpose. Now, he’s on a mission to transform elder care delivery through technology—while also empowering the next generation of healthcare professionals. Neal shares why the U.S. care system is...
What happens when your livelihood — your farm, your business, even your home — is at the mercy of climate change? For many, climate risk isn’t just about unpredictable weather; it’s about sleepless nights, financial stress, and even burnout. In this episode, I sit down with Sid Jha, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Arbol, a global climate risk solutions company that’s rewriting the way we think about insurance. Sid shares the incredible journey from leaving his high-powered role at Citadel to la...
In this vibrant episode of The Burnout Club, host Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with multi-hyphenate creative and founder Sue Zarco Kramer. From her early days as a screenwriter and director in Hollywood to building her empowering platform, Divorcee Doula, Sue has never been afraid to rewrite her narrative. She opens up about her burnout moment, the bold leap into self-production with her hit pilot Swipe NYC, and how she now helps women reclaim their spark—post-divorce or otherwise. Listeners w...
What happens when your dream job meets your mission to serve at scale? In this powerful episode of The Burnout Club, host Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with Suzanne Stone, President & CEO of Livestrong, for an in-depth conversation on advocacy, purpose-driven leadership, and the emotional toll of navigating healthcare systems. Suzanne shares her journey from Emmy-winning television producer to nonprofit powerhouse, reflecting on the moment she realized she wanted her impact to reach far bey...
In this episode of The Burnout Club, Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with workplace culture and leadership expert Danny Goldberg. Danny shares the deeply personal story behind his entrepreneurial journey, starting from launching a boxing gear company at just 14 to founding multiple successful businesses, including Diamond MMA and his latest venture, BOG Consulting. Together, they unpack the "Build with Care" framework—focused on Safety, Understanding, and Connection—and explore how leaders can tu...
In this powerful episode of The Burnout Club, host Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with keynote speaker and CEO Barb Betts. Barb shares her transformation from traditional sales tactics to a career grounded in genuine relationships—and how you can do the same. From chasing dogs during cold calls to commanding stages at global conferences, Barb’s journey is a masterclass in the power of connection. You’ll walk away with practical tools like her 5-part “BUILD” framework, a fresh take on authenticit...
In this compelling episode of The Burnout Club, host Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with Erin Stafford, bestselling author of The Type A Trap, peak performance expert, and global speaker. Erin shares her deeply personal journey through extreme burnout during her time as head of marketing for a massive healthcare staffing firm — including navigating the pandemic, managing 75 employees, and working 20-hour days. We dive into: Erin’s “spectacular burnout” moment and the wake-up call that changed he...
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