What happens when leadership decisions need guidance from core values?In this episode, we reflect on spirituality, family, and fairness — and how values are tested when leading in uncertain, high-pressure environments.A candid conversation about culture, responsibility, and revisiting what truly matters.
A grounded conversation on leadership, trust, and values that endure.Mark Parmerlee from Golden Chick shares lessons from decades in franchising, hospitality, and business—focusing on honesty, collaboration, and reputation. This episode explores how values-driven leadership creates resilience, longevity, and real impact.
A conversation with the Secretary of Agriculture for New Jersey about the values, opportunity, and momentum behind the state’s wine scene. We explore grape varieties, regional differences, local food pairings, and why wine is really about connection more than complexity. A grounded look at what’s happening in our backyard—and why now is the time to go explore.
A grounded conversation with Jim Quarella of Bellevue Winery on 25 years of wine, family legacy, sustainability, and the joy of sharing a bottle with others. We explore new grape varieties, vintage variation, and why wine is ultimately about connection. A reflective look at land, lineage, and the culture of winemaking.
Thomas sits down with Mike from Beneduce Vineyards to explore passion, land, legacy — and five things most people may not know about wine. They discuss why vintage variation is a feature, not a flaw, why expertise isn’t required to love wine, how quality begins in the vineyard, and why real wine is more story than status. A grounded conversation about soil, seasons, and the craft behind the bottle supported by core values.
Marshall Goldsmith joins me for a powerful, honest conversation on values, generosity, and the daily disciplines that shape a meaningful life. We explore his six questions, lessons from Drucker, and the practice of helping people live “a little better life.” A grounded, heartfelt dialogue on purpose, behavior, and what truly matters.
Dustin from Cedar Rose Vineyards joins me for a grounded, honest conversation about terroir, hard work, and the evolution of New Jersey wine.We explore how a vineyard built from literal scratch—cedar posts, hand labor, and sheer grit—became a values-driven winery focused on authenticity and place.A story about purpose, perseverance, and the truth that shows up in the bottle.
Jenn Todling returns to share what it really takes to leave stability and step into purpose. We talk about rewiring from urgency to authenticity, trusting your gut, and building a life that reflects your true values. A grounded, honest look at courage in motion.
Dr. Matthew Horkey shares his journey from chiropractor to globe-trotting wine expert and YouTube creator. We talk about travel, purpose, and how core values—especially curiosity—shape the life you build. A conversation about wine, work, and what truly matters.
Former lawyer turned winemaker Scott Donnini from Auburn Road Vineyards joins to explore how values shape every drop of wine and every act of creation. From Valroir to “Everything Matters,” this is a conversation about art, intention, and living deliberately — both in business and in life.
Olympic dreams, endurance sports, and the inner game of performance. Holly, from Metta Performance, joins me to talk about balancing ambition and compassion, redefining success, and finding fulfillment through values-driven living. A conversation about movement, mindset, and meaning.
A deeply personal reflection on duality, vulnerability, and identity.I share how my Type 1.5 diabetes diagnosis became a mirror—revealing the tension between control and surrender, polish and authenticity.An honest reminder that growth begins when we stop performing and start being.
Thomas sits down with Marcia for a powerful, soul-stirring conversation about values, identity, and what it means to be seen. Together they unpack how self-awareness, courage, and curiosity shape our choices, relationships, and sense of purpose—even in an age of AI and constant change.
Executive coach Gina Martin joins me for a heartfelt conversation about values, resilience, and the power of love as a guiding force. From surviving breast cancer to navigating leadership and AI, Gina shares wisdom on living consciously, leading authentically, and staying human in a changing world.
When Ryan build Peaky Hat, he wasn’t just designing hats — he was designing confidence.This episode unpacks the values behind his brand: quality, experience, and humanity.A story of craftsmanship, family, and finding meaning in what we create!
We explore the intersection of values, coaching, and technology — from redefining freedom to finding presence in a hyper-connected world.A grounded conversation on love, growth, and the flight to humanity in the age of AI.Insightful, real, and refreshingly human.
AI forces us to confront what it really means to be human.In this episode, Dr. Joanne Ciulla and I explore how philosophy helps us understand morality, agency, and accountability in the age of intelligent machines—and why courage and kindness still matter most.
Mike Whitney left a high-powered corporate career to plant vineyards in Poland, Adoria Vineyards—long before the country was known for wine. In this conversation, he shares what it means to live by values, why quality is non-negotiable, and how humility and mistakes shape real success. From boardrooms to bottling lines, this is a story about grit, family, and building something that lasts.
Luka Pelicarić, historian and tour guide for Free Spirit Tours, shares how humor, honesty, and passion shape his work guiding thousands of people through Croatia. From family influences to deep insights from his work, this episode explores living true to yourself and finding connection across cultures.
Joel’s story takes us from newspaper reporting to improv stages, comedy clubs, and corporate keynotes. In this episode, we explore how following passion, embracing change, and keeping fun at the center can shape a life and career. A heartfelt conversation on values, leadership, and laughter.