The Courage to Fall

Tony Feghali is joined by Sarah Simon and Theresa “Reese” Horstman, two college students who swapped small-town life for a bold summer internship in Paris. They share what it was like to navigate a new city, face language barriers, get lost in Normandy, and discover a deeper sense of independence, confidence, and curiosity. From missed trains to unexpected croissants, Sarah and Reese discuss how s...

We explore the realities of building educational impact in Lebanon during years of uncertainty and crisis. From teaching and educational technology to humanitarian work and leadership, this conversation dives into what it takes to grow an initiative while navigating financial pressure, instability, and constant change. We discuss sustainability in the nonprofit world, the emotional weight of respo...

What happens when the world around you changes faster than your plans can keep up? Tony Feghali and Rudy Shoushany explore what it means to build, adapt, and stay relevant amid constant disruption. Rudy shares his perspective as a technology consultant, trainer, writer, and entrepreneur who has spent years working across digital transformation, governance, AI, and regional business ecosystems. The...

What happens when the world around you changes faster than your plans can keep up?   Tony Feghali and Rudy Shoushany explore what it means to build, adapt, and stay relevant amid constant disruption. Rudy shares his perspective as a technology consultant, trainer, writer, and entrepreneur who has spent years working across digital transformation, governance, AI, and regional business ecosyste...

Tony Feghali is joined by Valerie Zakka, industrial expert, consultant, and EQ assessor, for a conversation that moves between business, human behavior, and the realities of growth. Valerie shares how she built her career in a highly technical, male-dominated industry while staying grounded in something many overlook: emotional intelligence. From managing complex projects and global partnerships t...

Tony Feghali is joined by Ralph Azar, sales trainer and founder of Startup Early, for an honest conversation about what happens when a long corporate career suddenly comes to an end, and you’re forced to start over. After more than two decades in the corporate world, Ralph found himself facing a decision he didn’t plan for. Step back into another job or take full ownership of his path. What follow...

Tony Feghali sits down with Dr. Mona Itani for an honest conversation about courage, reinvention, and what it really means to start over. Mona shares her journey from telecom engineering into academia, entrepreneurship, and social innovation. Along the way, she reflects on the calculated risks that shaped her career, the challenge of stepping into junior roles again despite years of experience, an...

Tony Feghali speaks with entrepreneur and business advisor André Abi Awad about leadership, resilience, and supporting business owners during uncertain times in Lebanon. As the country faces another difficult period, André recently reached out to entrepreneurs across Lebanon to offer support and guidance. That message sparked this conversation. André shares lessons from his own journey, including...

Thirty years after sharing a stage together, Tina Jarrous joins me for a very different kind of conversation. After a 25-year career in television, Tina made a life-changing decision. She left the spotlight, moved countries at 45, navigated separation from her children geographically, and rebuilt her life from the ground up. In this episode, we explore what it means to recycle yourself when a chap...

Tony sits down with transformational coach Christiane Hajjar for an honest conversation about reinvention, self-worth, and building a career rooted in purpose. Christiane shares how she transitioned from years of family life and humanitarian work into pioneering image consulting in a region where the field did not yet exist. Facing skepticism, cultural resistance, and her own complicated relations...

In this episode of The Courage to Fall , Tony Feghali sits with innovation consultant Noor Abu Jbara to explore how falling is not failure, and why the way we meet our fears matters more than avoiding them. Through her early journey with horseback riding, Noor reflects on fear, hesitation, and what it takes to rebuild inner stability. She shares how learning to ride helped her let go of perfection...

In this episode of The Courage to Fall, Tony and co-host Sally Shamieh sit down with Salim Zwein, an agricultural engineer, founder of Izra’a, and passionate advocate for sustainable farming in Lebanon. From his childhood obsession with trees to building rooftop ecosystems and founding a 200,000-member farming community, Salim shares how grief, curiosity, and grit shaped his journey. They explore...

Tony Feghali sits down with longtime friend and yogi Eugénie “Gino” Kadid Sayegh for an honest and spirited conversation about love in business. From Mandela’s humble strength to Elon Musk’s controversial drive, they unpack what it truly means to lead with heart or without it. Drawing on Gino’s deep connection to energy, prayer, and people, they explore the role of ego, faith, forgiveness, and con...

Tony Feghali sits down with creative technologist Ziad Nassar for a mind-expanding conversation on the future of brand building in the age of AI. From his early design experiments in Beirut to launching ProjectBloom, Ziad shares how he is pioneering a model where multi-agent AI systems co-create content, disrupt traditional workflows, and open new doors for underrepresented voices. They explore ho...

Tony Feghali sits down with global leadership guide Samantha Sacchi for a courageous exploration of integrating feminine and masculine energies, and what it means to lead with wholeness in today’s shifting world. From a chance encounter on the Camino de Santiago to bold work in Saudi Arabia, Samantha shares her journey of building safe spaces for women and reshaping how organizations approach powe...

Tony Feghali reflects on what happens when a role you’ve mastered starts to feel too small. This episode explores the quiet moment between chapters, where you’re not abandoning who you’ve been, but giving space to who you’re becoming. For anyone sensing a shift, but unsure where it’s taking them, this one’s a gentle companion on the way forward.

Stepping inside nine makerspaces across Europe, Tony Feghali uncovers lessons that go beyond craft, lessons about focus, stillness, rhythm, and how meaningful work often starts with presence. From quiet benches to curious conversations, this journey is a reminder that what we build is shaped by how we build it.

Tony Feghali reflects on how fatherhood and coaching shape each other, how presence at home sharpens presence at work, and how listening, trust, and rhythm can deepen both roles. This conversation offers a warm and honest exploration of the intersection between leadership and parenting, and how being present with heart, whether with clients or children, can create a profound, lasting impact. A qui...

Tony Feghali reflects on a different kind of success, one that’s built with clarity, led with intention, and felt in the quiet moments. This conversation explores how alignment can impact our growth, decision-making, and leadership, without getting lost in the noise. For anyone seeking a rhythm that feels honest and steady, this one’s for you.

Clarity often gets lost in the rush. We unpack Tony Feghali’s perspective on slowing down your thinking to speed up your decisions—without the noise, the second-guessing, or the scramble. When you give yourself space to reflect, alignment comes easier, and momentum feels lighter.

What happens when you delay a decision? In this episode, we explore how indecision quietly shapes your outcomes — draining time, energy, and trust. Tune in for a quick, honest take on why clarity matters and how to move forward with intention.

Every professional deserves a filter that protects what matters most. This conversation unpacks Tony Feghali’s 5-question clarity check — a framework to help you pause, reflect, and commit with intention. It’s about saying yes to what moves your mission forward with focus, purpose, and peace of mind.

Every leader deserves a decision-making rhythm that reflects how they think best. In this conversation, we explore Tony Feghali’s approach to designing thoughtful, spacious choices—ones that don’t chase urgency but move with clarity, alignment, and calm momentum.

What makes someone a truly impactful coach? We explore Tony Feghali’s candid take on the lived experience behind great coaching, where falling, learning, and rising again are part of the job description. This conversation dives into how real-world setbacks, clarity through chaos, and earned perspective shape the kind of coach who doesn’t just offer theory but shows up with deep presence, sharp que...

Support doesn’t always come after success—sometimes, it’s what gets you there. Hala and Rami dive into Tony Feghali’s reflections on when business coaching matters most—not when everything’s polished, but when clarity is scarce, decisions are heavy, and leadership feels lonely. This conversation is for anyone building in real time, navigating growth, and realizing they don’t need all the answers—t...