Derive Insights

What does it mean to keep living fully when life doesn't go according to plan?In this episode of Derive Insights, I sit down with Jonathan Brandt, host of the Go At Living podcast and founder of Brandt Performance Health Coaching, for a powerful conversation about health, resilience, recovery, and taking ownership of our well-being.After his own experience with cancer treatment and the difficult side effects that followed, Jonathan pursued certifications in health and wellness, holistic nutrition, and personal training—not only to better understand his own recovery, but to help others navigate theirs.Together, we explore the mindset behind Go At Living, the importance of taking an active role in your health, and how small, realistic choices can help us build healthier and more meaningful lives. Jonathan also shares how he and his late wife, Christy, built a community around health, fitness, wellness, recovery, and the belief that we can keep moving forward even when life doesn't unfold the way we expected.Whether you're navigating a health challenge, recovering from a difficult season, or simply looking for ways to take better care of yourself, this conversation is a reminder that your circumstances don't have to stop you from living fully.If Jonathan's message resonated with you and you'd like to learn more about his work, connect with him below:🌐 Personal Website: https://gooutliving.com/💼 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586318439270#Thank you for listening to Derive Insights. We hope this conversation has inspired you to take greater ownership of your well-being, make realistic choices that support your health, and keep moving forward one day at a time.

Sometimes the most unexpected moments in life call us to step outside the life we've built and serve others.In this episode of Derive Insights, I sit down with Solange Schwalbe, an Emmy Award-winning motion picture sound editor whose remarkable Hollywood career spans more than three decades and over 175 film credits.Following the September 11 attacks, Solange traveled to New York, volunteered with the Salvation Army, and eventually spent four months working as a safety monitor inside the Ground Zero recovery site. In her memoir, I'm Not Supposed to Know This, she shares a firsthand account of the recovery effort and the people who showed extraordinary courage during an unimaginable time.Together, we explore what led Solange from Hollywood to Ground Zero, what she witnessed during the recovery effort, and what those experiences taught her about service, humanity, courage, and resilience.This is more than a story about Ground Zero. It's a story about showing up when people need you most—and discovering what you're capable of when you choose to serve.If Solange's story resonated with you and you'd like to learn more about her work, connect with her below:🌐 Personal Website: https://imnotsupposedtoknowthis.com/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/imnotsupposedtoknowthis/Thank you for listening to Derive Insights. We hope this conversation has reminded you of the power of service, the strength of the human spirit, and the difference one person can make simply by choosing to show up.

What does it take to find your way back to yourself after life changes you in ways you never expected?In this episode of Derive Insights, I sit down with Angel Willard, author of Fighting to Come Home, for a deeply personal conversation about trauma, survival, motherhood, accountability, healing, and the courage to begin again.Angel opens up about the experiences that shaped her journey, including loss, chronic pain, incarceration, motherhood, and the difficult work of rebuilding her life. We explore what it means to take responsibility for your past without allowing it to define your future, break generational cycles, find your voice, and rebuild a sense of self after devastating experiences.This is more than a story about surviving. It's a conversation about coming home to yourself—and finding the courage to become who you're meant to be.If Angel's message resonated with you and you'd like to learn more about her work, connect with her below:🌐 Personal Website: https://community.podmatch.com/members/40914091💼 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FoBwsbnzN/Thank you for listening to Derive Insights. We hope this conversation has inspired you to believe that no matter what you've been through, you can still take responsibility, break old cycles, and begin again.

What happens when you stop following the conventional path and start designing a life around exploration?In this episode of Derive Insights, I sit down with Bill Mullen, an author, explorer, sailor, podcast host, and founder of Thailand Adventure Network, also known to many travelers as Bangkok Bill.After leaving a successful corporate career behind, Bill built a new life in Thailand, exploring the country by land and sea while discovering places, people, and stories beyond the typical tourist trail. Through his journey, we explore adventure, reinvention, travel, overcoming limiting beliefs, and the courage to make bold decisions in pursuit of a life that actually feels like living.Bill also shares insights from his podcast Thailand Adventure Secrets and his book Getting Lost in the Magic of Thailand, offering a deeper look at the experiences that shaped his unconventional journey.If Bill's story resonated with you and you'd like to learn more about his work, connect with him below:🌐 Personal Website: https://www.thailandadventuresecrets.com/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wmullen/Thank you for listening to Derive Insights. We hope this conversation has inspired you to question the path you're on, embrace exploration, and remember that it's never too late to design a life that feels truly yours.

What does it mean to recognize God's presence and experience His glory in your everyday life?In this episode of Derive Insights, I sit down with Marcia McFarland, an award-winning author of Perfect Glory: Spiritual Insight for the 21st Century, for a meaningful conversation about faith, spiritual encounters, and developing a deeper relationship with God.Marcia shares her testimony of encounters with the divine, biblical insights for daily life, and practical guidance for those seeking to experience God's presence more deeply. Together, we explore faith, purpose, spiritual growth, and what it means to carry God's wisdom into our everyday lives.Whether you're deepening your faith, seeking spiritual clarity, or simply curious about experiencing God in a more personal way, this conversation offers an invitation to pause, reflect, and look for the divine in your own journey.If Marcia's message resonated with you and you'd like to learn more about her work, connect with her below:🌐 Personal Website: https://authormarciamcfarland.com/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcia-west-695728a7/Thank you for listening to Derive Insights. We hope this conversation has encouraged you to reflect on your faith, deepen your walk with God, and remain open to the ways He may be working in your life.