The Soul of Connection

Jerry Kezhaya and Dr. Laura Shwaluk join Tressa Yonekawa on The Soul Of Connection for a powerful conversation about the hidden stories, childhood patterns, relationships, and inner wounds that can influence our success and happiness. Drawing from decades of business experience and their own inner-healing journey, Jerry and Dr. Laura explore why having money and success isn't always enough—and wha...

Abizer Rasheed, President at Abizer Rasheed Group and a relationship coach for executives and high-net-worth individuals, joins Tressa Yonekawa on The Soul Of Connection for a powerful conversation about success, self-worth, leadership, and relationships. Together, they explore why the mindset that makes us successful professionally can sometimes work against us personally—and how choosing love, c...

How is AI rewriting the rules of business, creativity, and daily life? In this episode of The Soul of Connection, serial entrepreneur Brian Hong breaks down why the AI revolution mirrors the early days of the internet—and why this is the worst the technology will ever be. From building custom AI agent workforces to the reality of the shifting job market, discover how to position yourself ahead of...

Can a massage table lined with subwoofers actually "jiggle" your nervous system back into balance? In this episode, Tressa sits down with Josh Hailey, a vibroacoustic massage therapist, to explore the science and magic of low-frequency sound healing. They discuss how continuous 40 to 60Hz frequencies interact with the water in our bodies to induce sacred geometries, reset deep-seated stress, and a...

We are living in a trust recession. With low-hanging AI tools flooding the market, anyone can push out content—but you can't automate real human connection. In this episode, Armando Leduc drops by to break down why hiding behind your business entity is a losing strategy. He shares how he blends the core rules of improv into business to build massive ROI through collaboration, edification, and show...

Can changing your own internal ecosystem transform your relationship with your child? In this episode, Tressa sits down with multi-talented actor, musician, and mom Shauna Rappold Leduc to explore the messy, beautiful reality of balancing a high-powered creative life with conscious parenting. Shauna opens up about her journey from explosive family dynamics to finding true calm, sharing how masteri...

What happens when you step onto the dance floor and completely let go?  In this episode, professional dancer and choreographer Shane LeCocq breaks down the profound magic of partner dancing. It’s an art form built on communication, rigid professional boundaries, and deep, unforgettable human connection: something no screen or AI can ever truly replicate.   Shane shares what it really means to expe...

Stop outworking your problems and start owning your story. In this episode, storytelling expert Kyle Gray breaks down why most high-achievers hit a wall where effort is no longer enough. If you’ve been "over-gripping" your business and undervaluing who you are, it’s time to pivot.   Inside the episode: -The High-Achiever Trap: Why we value what we "do" over who we "are".   -The $130k Story: How on...

Why do so many relationships shift from "lovers" to "roommates"?  In this episode, Dr. Anna Cabeca reveals the physiological and emotional tools needed to reignite your spark and reclaim your connection.    We explore the Three Ds that kill intimacy: Desire, Disconnect, and Discomfort, and the powerful Three Ps that fix it: Presence, Playfulness, and Pleasure. Dr. Anna explains how your "Mirror Ne...

You’ve built the life you were "supposed" to want. You’re hitting the numbers, checking the boxes, and showing up every day—so why does it feel like something is missing? We’ve all seen the curated feeds and the "rise and grind" culture that tells us we need to be doing more to be successful. But what if the secret to true achievement isn't just about doing more, but about upgrading the person doi...

In this episode, Tressa sits down with Mark Young—a true "weird animal" in the best way possible. With a unique background in functional medicine, clinical psychology, and high-level marketing, Mark breaks down why the most successful leaders don’t focus on where the "puck" is—they focus on where it’s going. Stop settling for downstream fixes that never address the root cause o...

Susan Bratton is known as the Intimacy Expert to Millions. She is a bestselling author, speaker, and leading voice in relationship and intimacy education, with 44 bestselling books and over 1,000 media appearances. Susan helps individuals and couples deepen connection, reignite desire, and create lasting intimacy through practical, shame-free conversations about relationships, pleasure, and wellbe...

Join us on The Soul of Connection Podcast for a powerful conversation with attorney and Zeringue & Associates founder Zara Zeringue. With decades of experience in family law, personal injury, and litigation, Zara brings both legal insight and a deeply human perspective to the work of helping people through some of life’s hardest moments. In this upcoming episode, she shares her experience, her...

Most high-achievers are running on "business" energy, which literally translates to anxiety. We’ve been conditioned to prioritize logic and material gain, but as visionary connector Justin Breen reveals, those external wins won't fix an internal war. In this powerful episode of The Soul of Connection, we dive deep into why the most important work you will ever do isn’t in your company—it’s in your...

What if the "secret sauce" to scaling a multi-million dollar business wasn't a complex algorithm, but a simple shift in human behavior?  In this episode, marketing powerhouse Glen Ledwell reveals how he transitioned from the 24/7 "nightclub grind" to building global empires by mastering one specific art: making people feel good.   Glen breaks down why he prioritizes "quality over quantity" in his...

In this episode of The Soul of Connection, Crystal Adair-Benning, a four-time New York Times bestselling ghostwriter, peels back the curtain on what it really takes to tell a story that matters. Crystal shares why she forces her clients into a "bit of an ego death"—because you can't write a legacy if you're too busy trying to look "cool." From planning luxury celebrity weddings to surviving termin...

In 2026, the line between reality and fabrication hasn’t just blurred—it’s vanished. We’ve officially entered an era where seeing is no longer believing. From AI-generated evidence to the total "death of truth," the digital landscape is changing faster than our brains can keep up. Are you prepared to navigate a world where everything you see, hear, and read must be called into question? In this ep...

Can a relationship come back from the brink after a year-long separation? In this powerful episode of The Soul of Connection, Jessalynn and Martin share the raw, unfiltered story of their 17-year relationship. From the "dark pit" of deep depression and self-loathing to finding a "conscious allowing" of happiness, they reveal the exact moment they realized their old ways of communicating were actua...

Most people think acting is about how you deliver a line, but professional producer and actor Will Brooks reveals it’s actually about something much deeper: listening.  In this episode, we dive into how the "muscle memory" of a stage actor can transform your real-world relationships. From the high stakes of a live theater performance to the "Yes, And" philosophy of improv, Will shares how to drop...