Journey to Purpose

In this episode of Journey to Purpose, Pippa is joined by Dee Dee Fisher — communications expert, founder of Discover Response, and one of those rare people who has spent 30 years building a career around the one thing most of us get completely wrong. Dee Dee grew up in rural Idaho, pivoted from psychology when her advisor told her she'd never be a therapist (too direct, too fast — his words), and...

In this episode of Journey to Purpose, Pippa is joined by Kisha Wynter — leadership consultant, executive coach, power strategist, and author of Your Power Unleashed — for a frank and genuinely galvanising conversation about what it actually takes to advance in corporate life. Kisha spent over 20 years inside Fortune 50 companies including Citibank and General Electric, rising through HR into seni...

In this episode of Journey to Purpose, Pippa is joined by Mikael Avatar — Paralympic long jump world record holder, life coach with over 20,000 hours, cerebral palsy researcher, painter, poet, film-maker, and founder of the Avatar Resurrection app. Mikael was born clinically dead for up to 45 minutes. He grew up in Sweden in a household so full of people from across the world that nobody had time...

In this episode of Journey to Purpose, Pippa is joined by Rachel Pierre — Haitian-born engineer, former JP Morgan Chase and Apple programme leader, executive French conversationalist coach, and author. Rachel grew up speaking only French, learned English in a year through baptism by fire, spent two decades climbing the corporate ladder in New York, and then walked away from it all after a chance c...

In this episode of Journey to Purpose, Pippa is joined by Natalie Saar — writer, self-published author, embroidery pattern designer, and founder of the Embroider Everywhere Etsy shop and a snail mail art club. Natalie has spent a decade writing professionally across equities, finance, and consulting, all while building a quietly remarkable creative life on the side. Her first nonfiction book, Beco...

In this episode of Journey to Purpose, Pippa is joined by Chaplain Sy Ali — decorated veteran, mentor, author, and spiritual protector. Sy spent decades as a protection agent for diplomats and dignitaries, a professional wrestler, and a corporate security executive. By every external measure, he was succeeding. Privately, he was planning his own death. A DUI in March 2020 cracked everything open —...

In this episode of Journey to Purpose, Pippa sits down with Colleen Pimentel — a former big tech leader turned purpose coach, speaker, and creator of the Second Act Playbook. Colleen spent 30 years in the tech industry, navigating more than ten reinventions within corporate life. By any measure, she was successful. But five years ago, something shifted. Her daughter left for college — and with her...

In this episode of Journey to Purpose, Pippa is joined by the brilliant Dr. Andi Simon — corporate anthropologist, author, speaker, and host of the acclaimed On the Brink with Andi Simon podcast, now with over 468 episodes and ranked #18 in the Top 100 Change podcasts worldwide. Andi invented the role of corporate anthropologist — and it's exactly as fascinating as it sounds. Drawing on decades of...

In this episode of Journey to Purpose, Pippa sits down with Isabelle Daikeler — holistic wellness expert, intuitive healer, and founder of Authenticity Stress Less, her wellness centre in Los Angeles. Isabelle's journey to this work was never planned. For over a decade she was a track and field coach and trainer — until an unexpected inner awakening quite literally moved through her body, changing...

In this episode of Journey to Purpose, Pippa sits down with Dr. Jennifer Berry — CEO of SmartLab Learning and a transformational leader driving purposeful collaboration between education, industry, and community ecosystems. Jennifer's career path is anything but traditional. From a background in dance and performing arts to senior leadership roles across prominent K-12 organisations, she brings a...

In this episode of Journey to Purpose, Philippa is joined by Barbara With — international peace activist, award-winning author, intuitive psychic and spiritual teacher — for an extraordinary conversation about the nature of conflict, compassion, and how lasting world peace begins from within. Barbara shares her remarkable journey from musician to psychic channel, including her discovery that she w...

Could the key to managing stress and optimising your health already be written in your DNA? In this episode of Journey to Purpose, Philippa is joined by Lane Kennedy — functional DNA nutritionist and stress management expert based in San Francisco — for a genuinely eye-opening conversation about the science of personalised wellbeing. Lane explains how functional DNA nutrition goes far beyond gener...

What if the fears holding you back aren't real — and your subconscious mind is simply running an outdated file? In this episode of Journey to Purpose, Philippa sits down with Marvin Wilkerson, master astrologer and hypnotherapist based in Nashville, Tennessee, for a fascinating exploration of the mind, the body and the invisible forces that shape our lives. Marvin explains how the subconscious min...

What does it really take to bridge the gap between who you are at work and who you are at your core? In this episode of Journey to Purpose, Philippa is joined by Randall Ian Thames — founder, CEO and managing partner of the Inspirit Institute — for a rich conversation on purpose-driven leadership, personal growth and what it takes to stop just aspiring and start achieving. Randall draws on a succe...

On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, Kevin White shares his powerful journey from addiction to purpose — exploring spiritual healing, intuitive leadership, and how a nomadic lifestyle can unlock profound personal transformation. Key Topics - Kevin White's personal journey from addiction to healing - The role of intuition and spiritual gifts in personal development - The impact of a n...

On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, Linda Kneidinger explores the psychology of resilience — from sports mindset coaching to neuroplasticity, facing your fears, and building the mental strength to embrace personal transformation. Key Topics - The role of neuroplasticity in personal growth - Using fear as a tool for trust and resilience - The importance of mindset in health outcomes...

On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, Mike Milligan shares his remarkable journey from childhood poverty to financial freedom — exploring your money story, personalised financial planning, and how to design a truly one-of-a-kind retirement life. In this inspiring interview, Mike Milligan shares his remarkable journey from childhood poverty to becoming a successful financial planner. H...

On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, architect Talor Stewart reveals how intentional home design can transform your well-being, deepen human connection, and create spaces that actively support personal growth, happiness, and purposeful living. In this insightful interview, architect Talor Stewart explores how our homes shape our purpose, happiness, and overall well-being. Discover pr...

On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, Dr. Ron Stotts shares his profound journey from the edge of suicide to higher consciousness — exploring childhood healing, self-love, inner work, and the ancient philosophies that can unlock your deepest potential. In this inspiring interview, Dr Ron Stotts shares his transformative journey from near-suicide to becoming a guide for higher consciou...

On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, communications coach Claudia Welsh shares her path from radiography to empowering others — exploring authentic communication, emotional intelligence, leadership presence, and how diverse life experiences shape the way we connect and grow.   Takeaways Effective communication is crucial for leadership success. Authenticity is key; don't try to be so...

On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, Dr. Dice shares his extraordinary path from Navy SEAL to addiction recovery to therapist — exploring the unique challenges of military-to-civilian transition, the power of community, and finding purpose through serving others after struggle.   Takeaways Dr. Dice's journey from Navy SEAL to therapist showcases resilience. The transition from milita...

On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, emotional wealth coach Dave Thorne opens up about living with cystic fibrosis — sharing how chronic illness shaped his understanding of mental health, emotional resilience, and how he now helps others find meaning and worth through their own health challenges.   Takeaways Emotional worth is essential for self-acceptance. Cystic fibrosis significan...

On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, Joe Stumpf walks through his 10 commitments to true fulfilment — exploring the difference between pleasure and purpose, the power of forgiveness, nurturing relationships, and how a lifelong entrepreneurial spirit leads to positive, meaningful living.   Takeaways Joe Elphick started his entrepreneurial journey 45 years ago. He sold his successful b...

On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, Maria Gallucci shares her remarkable journey growing up as a child of deaf adults — exploring empathy, advocacy for the deaf and hard of hearing community, the power of kindness to bridge differences, and how her book 'Raised in Silence' came to life.   Takeaways - Sign Language was Maria's first language, shaping her empathy. - Only 10% of hearin...

On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, Gene Campbell shares how a passion for bass fishing became a mission to heal — exploring how his nonprofit True Patriot Outfitters uses therapeutic outdoor experiences like kayak fishing to support veterans on their journey to recovery and purpose. Gene shares his journey from being a competitive bass fisherman to establishing a nonprofit that pro...