The Resilient Journey

Many people feel that we aren't creating enough rigor when it comes to resilience. The result? Executives question our value. But this week's guest says that our value will grow when we start understanding the value that we are bringing.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 258 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week we are joined by Learning & De...

What we're seeing in 2026 is an overlapping of risks that are causing a lot of pain and difficulty around the world. This week, we're talking about seven things that remind us - the world continues to fall apart.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 257 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week we are joined by long time friend of the podcast Regina Phe...

This week's guest was the musical director of Broadway's biggest hit show. After a heart attack and repetitive stress injuries,  he was forced to leave it all behind. What came next is something we as resilience professionals need to hear.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 256 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week we are thrilled to be joined by...

Two years ago (at the time of this release), this week's guest had his life change forever because of a tragic e-scooter accident. The result? A life he would never trade, an attitude that won't quit and a framework that defines resilience.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 255 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group! This week we are pleased to be joined by Vi...

There's an old adage that says, "sex sells". But what happens when it goes too far? You could find yourself in the middle of controversy...or even crisis. This week we talk about an ad featuring Sydney Sweeney that was far more than 'just sports'.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 254 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group! This week we are joined once again b...

These days, more and more resilience professionals are using AI to develop tabletop exercises. In this episode we'll explore a more important tool we can use to build an engaging and effective exercise. It's the art of storytelling.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 253 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week we are joined by documentary filmmaker...

You wouldn't call 9-1-1 for a twisted ankle. And you wouldn't casually drive to the hospital if you were having a heart attack. This week's guest says that proper evaluation and severity ratings are crucial to effective crisis response, and that includes communications.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 252 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week w...

When we first started talking with this week's guest, Mark asked her a simple question: what did she want to discuss? Her answer came without hesitation and consisted of just a single word. Innovation.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 251 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week we are joined by Paula Fontana, Chief Marketing Officer at Iluminr. Wh...

As a resilience professional, where do your responsibilities end? Beyond resilience, are you also accountable for situational awareness, third-party risk, and related functions? And how many tools does it take to manage it all?   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 250 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group! This week we are joined by our friend Vince Davis, a lon...

If you're like us, you love the stories behind hit songs. Our guest this week has taken the back-story behind an iconic hit of the 1970s and turned it into a lesson on leadership, pressure and resilience.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 249 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week we are joined by Eric Flick who talks about his recent article desc...

When we think of the term "influencer", we tend to think about YouTubers who promote makeup, skin care or fitness equipment and share their posts with millions of followers. But what does a resilience influencer look like?   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 248 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   Here's the truth. Like it or not, we all have a brand.   Th...

If you ate at a fast food restaurant in certain U.S. states in June and July, you ran the risk of having...let's say...less than desirable results. Our guest this week had her own stomach turn at one company's response.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 247 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week, Mark sits down with Gina Clementi, fractional CMO,...

This week, Mark says that in 2026 he is surprised that people in our industry still struggle to demonstrate value to their companies. And our guests say our industry has changed and we need to speak the language of our executives.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 246 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week, we are joined by long-time business cont...

What got you into the resilience industry? Our guest this week says that for her, it was an exploding car bomb as she and her five year old daughter were navigating a European street. She asked the question: Why aren't businesses preparing for this type of thing?   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 245 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week, we are...

Our guest this week says if you tell her your job title, she can tell you how you are responsible for your company's resilience. This is an episode that explores resilience from several different points of view.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 244 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week, we are joined by Faith Newton, CEO of The Resiliency Initia...

If you're a member of a regional or national BCM networking group, you're probably familiar with the model. Pay an annual fee, attend some meetings, get some content. But you might not understand why so many of these groups struggle to survive.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 243 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week, we are joined by Paul Stri...

For years, resilience professionals focused on cyber attacks, weather events, and technology outages. Today, some of the biggest threats to business operations originate thousands of miles away. The question is, are we paying attention?   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 242 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week, Mark explores why geopolitical ris...

In 2024, we interviewed Copilot to discuss the trending topic of AI. Now, two years later, our conversations have evolved. This week, we're interviewing Copilot and Anthropic to talk about the practical use of AI in resilience. Hello everyone and welcome to episode 241 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week, thanks to the help of friend of the podcast J...

According to this week's guest, there's an all-too-common theme in posts he's seeing online. They start "Most plans fail because..." And frankly, he's tired of it. On this episode we find out why.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 240 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week we're joined by a valued leader in the resilience industry, David Window.  ...

In Hawaiian culture, aloha is more than a word—it’s a way of life. We know that aloha can mean hello or goodbye. But this week's guest says aloha also allows us to create a breath, relax and deal with stress.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 239 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week we're joined by global autism specialist and author, Dr. Jennif...

It's been said that those who forget the past are destined to repeat it. AI is the latest shiny object that has the potential to revolutionize the workforce. But it's not the first major innovation to change the way we work.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 238 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week we’re joined by consummate resilience professio...

Recently, Mark was interviewed by Alex Fullick on his "Preparing for the Unexpected" podcast. The topic? Cyber Incidents as a business continuity problem. This week's guest on the Resilient Journey expands on that topic.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 237 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week we are joined by cybersecurity attorney Dr. Steven...

Forecasters are predicting a quieter / below average hurricane season for 2026. But this week's guest reminds us that fewer storms doesn't mean there's no risk. In fact, she says that when it comes to hurricanes, one major storm can still be catastrophic.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 236 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week we're joined by...

We in the resilience industry aren't always great at reporting the capabilities of our programs. In this episode we're going to explore what executives mean when they ask, "how resilient are we....really?"   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 235 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week we're joined by Stuart Murray, a resilience professional with over...

Often, when a system goes offline, it can take longer to figure out what went wrong than it does to actually fix the problem. What if I told you that this week's guest has developed an AI tool to identify the problem more quickly?   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 234 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week we're joined by Brian Kathman, founder of...