The Practicing Peoples Podcast

CJ Hammond and Jordan White host their producer, Andrew Pike, a Denver-based music producer, audio engineer, and video editor with 15 years at Sounds True, to explore the deeper story behind his work and life. Andrew shares how producing audiobooks and recording leading mindfulness and meditation teachers immersed him in spiritual wisdom that reshaped his approach to creativity, story, and service...

CJ Hammond and Jordan White host Peter Demarest, co-founder and president of Axiogenics® and author of Answering the Central Question, to discuss his journey from Navy submarine cook and restaurant work to a 24-year IT career and ultimately applied axiology. Peter explains axiology as the study and science of value, grounded in Dr. Robert S. Hartman’s formal axiology and the Hartman Value Profile,...

CJ Hammond and Jordan White interview Eddie Korbal, a PhD candidate and certified neuroologist, about formal axiology and how the hierarchy of value (intrinsic, extrinsic, systemic) shapes self-leadership, decision-making, and organizational development. Eddie shares how his Roman Catholic upbringing, introversion, and ongoing self-work influenced his precise communication and evolving worldview,...

CJ Hammond and Jordan White welcome Whitney Johnson, CEO of Disruption Advisors and author of Smart Growth and Disrupt Yourself, to discuss balancing ambition with presence, using kindness and grace instead of hustling. Whitney shares how early career constraints and later stagnation on Wall Street led her to seek new “playbooks,” and how reading Clayton Christensen’s The Innovator’s Dilemma gave...

CJ Hammond and Jordan White reconnect for another episode, reflecting on the “myth of arriving” – the belief that hitting a milestone (a job, money, marriage, becoming a parent, etc.) will create permanent peace or finality. They discuss how “once I” thinking fuels external validation and disappointment, and how real growth comes from presence, self-awareness, accountability, and making ongoing ad...

Welcome to the second season of the Practicing Peoples Podcast with your hosts, CJ Hammond and Jordan White! In this episode, we dive into the power of authenticity, self-leadership, and creating a life of value. We reflect on our enduring friendship, new life milestones, and the transformative journey we've embarked on over the years. We explore the importance of emotional intelligence, the disti...

In this special episode, we talk with technologist and self-development enthusiast Chris Ruiter for a deep, raw, and open dialogue on what it means to be a Man of Value. We explore the challenges men face in navigating identity, purpose, and connection in today’s complex world. Through the lens of Valuegenic Self-Leadership, we dive into themes of authenticity, curiosity, and the importance of fos...

In this episode, we sit down with Abby Payne, a seasoned registered nurse, creative writer, and board-certified coach. Abby shares her profound journey from experiencing intense burnout and compassion fatigue as an ICU nurse during the pandemic to discovering self-love and healing through holistic practices. The discussion delves into the nuances of self-care, people-pleasing, and nervous system r...

We sit down with Drick Bernstine, CEO of Be A Good Person, and capture a conversation centered around personal growth, dealing with change, and the importance of compassion. We discuss various aspects of self-improvement, from the power of introspection to the significance of helping others without expecting rewards. We reflect on life experiences, such as traveling to a third-world country, and e...

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Reynolds, the owner and creator of The Parent Trap, LLC. With over a decade of experience working with families affected by autism, Mike shares his personal and professional growth journey. He discusses his love for travel, athletics, and the importance of knowing oneself. Mike also dives into his challenging childhood, his therapeutic journey, and how these...

In this episode, we welcome Nick Graham, a basketball trainer, author, speaker, and former college athlete known for his impactful work in competitive empowerment. Nick shares his transformative journey from personal athletic disappointments to becoming a beacon of hope for athletes grappling with mental and emotional challenges. Through inspiring quotes, personal anecdotes, and practical insights...

In this episode, we sit down with Keri Mesropov, Founder and Executive Director of Spring. Day to day, Keri helps individuals and corporations bridge the generational gap that exists in the workplace. So much of her career involves communicating through curiosity where barriers in the workplace may exist, removing the stigmas and prejudgments to better understand different viewpoints.   Find her o...

In this episode, we sit down with Alexi Kyle, a somatic practitioner, breathwork healer, yoga teacher, and intuitive guide, to explore her life's journey and the profound power she discovered by trusting herself through transformative breath and somatic work. This journey not only empowered and healed her but also allowed her to connect with her most authentic and loving self.   Alexi's Instagram:...

In this episode, we speak with media psychologist Dr. Corey Emmanuel about the nuances of a world increasingly impacted by social media's influences. We ask him how we can sharpen our awareness to enhance our lives, build better relationships with ourselves, and take a more mindful approach to our media consumption. Find Corey across social media at @coreyemanuel or on his website .

In this inspiring episode, we explore the transformational journey of Mallory Jansen, a mother whose role and approach to co-parenting underwent a complete metamorphosis. Once entangled in an unstable co-parenting relationship, Mallory was at a crossroads. In this pivotal moment, she realized she had the power to influence different outcomes by starting within. Through deliberate shifts in her min...

In this episode, we speak with Mary Kutheis and Kris Clark, both coaches and practitioners of Axiogenics®. We discuss their abilities to bring out the best in themselves and their clients through self-leadership and the Central Question: "What choice can I make and action can I take, in this moment, to create the greatest net value?" Learn more about Kris: http://www.yourinsightcoach.com/ https://...

"For 28 years, Ndume (Olatushani) was incarcerated in the state of Tennessee for a crime he did not commit. In that time, he spent two decades on death row, locked in a 4- by 9-foot cell and awaiting execution by electric chair. Failed by the criminal justice system at each opportunity, he never lost hope that he would one day be freed." It was during that time that Ndume found a new meaning of li...

In this episode Judy Sabah discusses her unique approach to finding a meditative way of approaching any and every aspect of her life to make sure she's bringing her most loving self to every situation.

In this episode, we speak with Alex Ayodele , a certified integrative health coach who works closely with busy professionals who want to live healthy, sustainable lives. She promotes self-awareness and healing through holistic dietary and lifestyle changes.  She shares the 3 F's for better self-awareness and some of the practices she integrates into her daily life for better living. Read her lates...

From a small seedling of an idea between two life long friends to an honest and open conversation to record Episode 1, Jordan and CJ sit down to discuss the purpose of The Practicing Peoples Podcast.