Lead with Heart (audio)

Dr. Jesse Hanson speaks with Michael Strait about overcoming childhood trauma, grief, and personal hardship through mentorship and somatic healing. They explore vulnerability, authentic leadership, creating psychological safety at work, and finding gratitude and purpose amid divorce and cancer.

Dr. Jesse Hanson and Michael Strait explore trauma, vulnerability, healing, and the journey toward authentic leadership. Michael shares how his past shaped him—and how gratitude, fatherhood, mentorship, and somatic work helped him transform his life and learn to lead with heart.

Dr. Jesse Hanson speaks with Farah Ganjei Gron about leaving Iran as a teenager, building a career in technology, and ultimately pursuing her calling in homeopathy. They discuss whole-person care, spirituality, compassionate boundaries, and her work with autistic children and their families. Chapters (00:00:09) - Lead With Heart (00:02:21) - Farah Naz's Story of Leadership (00:04:43) - Tara's stor...

Dr. Jesse Hanson speaks with Dr. Christian Le about his journey from a war-torn childhood in Vietnam to a career in hospital medicine. They explore resilience, unresolved trauma, the limitations of conventional healthcare, and his transition toward mind-body-spirit healing, cannabinoid research, consciousness work, and support for veterans with PTSD.

Dr. Jesse Hanson speaks with sustainability consultant and author Zev Paiss about the personal experiences that shaped his environmental work, the importance of intentional communities, and his move to an ecovillage in Costa Rica. They also explore protopian storytelling, sustainable living, food cultivation, and how hopeful fiction can inspire practical visions for a better future.

Dr. Jesse Hanson speaks with transformational wisdom teacher Donna Bond about healing childhood wounds, leaving corporate success to pursue a deeper purpose, and reclaiming one’s authentic voice. They explore spiritual psychology, embodiment, Gene Keys, vulnerability, and the ongoing journey of personal transformation.

Dr. Jesse Hanson speaks with Gaia Goddess Lifestyle founder Maria Marshall about overcoming childhood trauma, rebuilding self-worth, and transforming pain into purpose. Maria shares how breathwork, Reiki, nature, and spiritual healing shaped her personal awakening and inspired her mission to create supportive wellness spaces for women. Chapters (00:00:00) - Oxygen Jungle Villas in Costa Rica (00:0...

Dr. Jesse Hanson speaks with Costa Rican business leader Mauricio Solano about his journey through hospitality, personal growth, and spiritual retreat work. Mauricio shares how life lessons shaped his collaborative leadership style, deepened his connection to community and nature, and inspired his bilingual podcast, Sin Manual (No Playbook) . Chapters (00:00:09) - Lead with Heart (00:00:40) - Meet...

Dr. Jesse Hanson welcomes Jackie Dualia, founder of Dualia Holistic Medical Clinic and Bathhouse in Costa Rica, for a conversation about leadership, healing, and purpose. Jackie shares her journey from nursing and personal adversity to creating a multidisciplinary wellness center that brings together Western medicine, holistic therapies, and community-centered care. Together, they discuss resilien...

Dr. Jesse Hanson welcomes integrative healing practitioner Megan Hanson for an honest conversation about personal transformation, family dynamics, trauma, and the journey toward authentic leadership. Together, they explore the power of embodiment, spiritual awakening, healing practices, and Megan’s work through Earth School Embodiment, highlighting how self-awareness and inner healing can inspire...

On Lead with Heart , host Dr. Jesse Hanson sits down with James Stevenson , COO of MuscleCare and president of DSL (Del Silencio a la Libertad), to explore a powerful journey of personal transformation and purpose-driven leadership. James reflects on overcoming limiting beliefs, embracing personal development and faith, and finding meaning through advocacy for child protection in Costa Rica. Toget...

In this inspiring episode, host Jesse Hanson sits down with Ross McKenzie for a meaningful conversation about living with intention, embracing the present moment, and finding purpose in everyday life. Through personal stories, practical insights, and heartfelt reflections, Ross shares his perspective on overcoming challenges, staying focused on what truly matters, and creating a life aligned with...

In this inspiring episode of Lead with Heart , host Dr. Jesse Hanson sits down with Christine Conti, LPC, Air Force Veteran, and Founder of Phoenix Counseling and Wellness Center , for a heartfelt conversation about resilience, healing, and conscious leadership. From her childhood in New York City and service in the U.S. Air Force to building a thriving integrative mental health practice, Christin...

In this powerful episode of Lead with Heart , host Dr. Jesse Hanson welcomes executive and life coach Marco Ortega for a deeply vulnerable conversation about healing, leadership, and personal transformation. Marco shares his journey from childhood trauma to becoming a neuroscience-based coach trained through Dr. Joe Dispenza’s NeuroChange Solutions. Together, they explore forgiveness, emotional sa...

In this inspiring episode of Lead with Heart , host Dr. Jesse Hanson welcomes Christine Conti, LPC, Air Force Veteran, and Founder of Phoenix Counseling & Wellness Center , for a powerful conversation about healing, resilience, and the transformative journey of self-discovery. Broadcast from the lush jungles of Costa Rica, Christine shares her personal story—from growing up in New York City an...

In this powerful episode of Lead with Heart , Dr. Jesse Hanson journeys deep into the lush mountains of Costa Rica to explore Metamorfinka — a breathtaking sanctuary built on transformation, sustainability, family, and conscious leadership. From handcrafted earth homes and bamboo architecture to organic farming, healing spaces, and ancient wisdom traditions, Irashapi and Concetta share how they le...

In this powerful episode of Lead With Heart , aired 05-06-26 on NOW Media Television, Dr. Jesse Hansen sits down with trading coach Michael Wade for a deeply vulnerable conversation about leadership, emotional healing, spirituality, and success. From surviving corporate burnout at Oracle to building a heart-centered trading community in Costa Rica, Michael shares how childhood trauma, fear, and se...

In this powerful episode of Lead With Heart , Dr. Jesse Hanson explores Metamorfinca—“The Farm of Transformation”—a breathtaking retreat in Costa Rica where nature, leadership, and conscious living unite. Discover how sustainable design, organic farming, and ancestral wisdom create a space for deep personal and collective transformation. From eco-friendly homes built with earth and bamboo to regen...

In Lead With Heart Season 6 Episode 2 (aired April 22, 2026), discover the inspiring journey behind Metamorfinca—a regenerative retreat center in Costa Rica rooted in transformation, purpose, and ancestral wisdom. Hosted by Dr. Jesse Hansen, this episode dives deep into conscious leadership, emotional intelligence, and what it truly means to lead with heart beyond traditional models. Follow the po...

Discover a powerful conversation on modern leadership in Lead With Heart (aired 04-20-26) featuring Dr. Jesse Hanson and former CEO Gerrard Schmid. This episode explores the shift from performance-driven leadership to heart-centered, emotionally intelligent leadership. Gerrard shares his journey from perfectionism and corporate success to humility, vulnerability, and authentic leadership—highlight...

In this inspiring episode of Lead With Heart , Dr. Jesse Hanson interviews transformational guide Isabelle Gold, exploring her journey of healing, emotional alchemy, and heart-centered leadership. Filmed in the stunning natural setting of Costa Rica, this conversation reveals how personal trauma can be transformed into power, purpose, and authentic expression. Isabelle Gold shares how inner child...

In this episode of Lead With Heart , host Dr. Jesse Hansen sits down with Danielle Pare—founder of Senses, a somatic therapy and movement studio in Cabo San Lucas—to explore the deep connection between healing, leadership, and authenticity. Chapters (00:00:00) - Exploring Hotel 360 in Costa Rica (00:02:00) - Lead with Heart (00:03:23) - How My Childhood Shaped My Life (00:09:11) - Danielle on Her...

In this powerful episode of Lead With Heart , Dr. Jesse Hansen sits down with somatic healer Alyssa Stefanson to explore a deeply moving journey from trauma, addiction, and abuse to purpose-driven leadership and healing. Filmed in the breathtaking setting of Costa Rica, this episode reveals how embodiment, somatic practices, and inner work can transform pain into purpose. Alyssa shares her story o...

Aired March 18, 2026, on Lead With Heart , Dr. Jesse Hansen sits down with entrepreneur and investor Shelby Clark , founding CEO of Turo , for a powerful conversation on authentic leadership, vulnerability, belonging, and personal transformation. From building a billion-dollar company to navigating identity, burnout, embodiment, and healing, Shelby shares how true leadership begins within. This in...

In this episode of Lead With Heart (aired March 11, 2026) , Dr. Jesse Hansen sits down with tech entrepreneur and wellness innovator Nick Murray , co-founder of Advanced Care and Wake Network, for a powerful conversation about the future of health, technology, and healing . Nick shares his journey from growing up between South Africa and Canada to building healthcare technology and eventually ente...