Magic in the Moment: Mindfulness In Real Time

In this deeply personal and wide ranging conversation, Clayton sits down with Kira Higgs, author of Winnowing: A Memoir of Spiritual Longing in Secular Life. What began as a practical business book became something far more honest and alive: a memoir of the small, cumulative interior shifts that unfold quietly through a life of sustained mindfulness and intentional self awareness. Kira shares the...

In this immersive guided meditation, Clayton shares a grounding practice recorded during a Vermont Bike Tour (VBT) journey through New Zealand’s South Island. Set beside a misty lake between rainforest, mountains, and sea, this episode invites you to slow your breathing, soften your body, and reconnect with the living intelligence of the earth. In This Meditation: Mindful breath awareness Deep con...

Ed D'Angelis built a 450-person construction company that's been recognized six consecutive years as a Philadelphia Top Workplace. But his journey to "humanity as a strategy" started with a crisis: eight years into his business, he literally couldn't get off the floor. His body and mind shut down from relentless grinding. That breaking point led Ed to a radical realization—in an industry built on...

What if the billionaires have it wrong? In this powerful conversation, Spencer Sherman - meditation teacher, financial advisor, and founding CEO of Abacus Wealth Partners - challenges everything we've been taught about wealth, success, and the pursuit of "more." Spencer occupies a fascinating intersection where mindfulness meets money, and his central question is revolutionary: What if enough is a...

What if the key to lasting change isn't pushing harder... but paying closer attention? In this episode of Magic in the Moment , host Clayton Platt sits down with Dr. Vera Ludwig, psychologist and neuroscientist at the University of Pennsylvania's Positive Psychology Center, to explore a revolutionary approach to self-regulation. Forget exhausting willpower battles, Vera's research reveals how simp...

Ready to break through burnout, self-doubt, and overwhelm? Join host Clayton Platt as he sits down with the inspiring Candice Van Dertholen... holistic practitioner, embodiment coach, and the ultimate guide for anyone craving more presence and purpose. In This Episode: Candice’s raw journey from struggle to self-mastery—and how you can do it too Real talk on imposter syndrome, healing, and why “se...

In this year-end special, Clayton Platt reflects on the conversations that defined the heart of Magic in the Moment . These moments didn’t come from theory or perfection — they came from real people, in real roles, choosing presence in real time. This episode revisits powerful insights from several recent guests, each offering a distinct doorway into what mindfulness looks like when it’s lived. Da...

Join host Clayton Platt and guest Bill Warnick as they dive into a lively chat about leadership, patience, and humility. They also share their personal passions for music and breathing practices, offering a fresh perspective on how these interests shape their professional lives. Takeaways Leadership is all about patience and humility. Music is a personal passion that really hits home emotionally....

In this episode, Clayton Platt and W. David Hubbard explore the profound impact of mindfulness and meditation on personal and professional life. They discuss the journey of integrating mindfulness into daily routines, the challenges of maintaining presence in a fast-paced world, and the transformative power of choosing joy and gratitude. The conversation also delves into the importance of diversit...

In this heartfelt episode of Mindfulness in Real Time , Clayton Platt sits down with Timothy Mathews — instructional designer, care minister, and creator of The Kindness Challenge . Timothy shares the powerful story of his mother’s simple but life-changing question: “Have you eaten?” and how it shaped his understanding of presence, compassion, and mindful living. Together, Clayton and Timothy expl...

In this episode of Mindfulness in Real Time , host Clayton Platt sits down with researcher Elizabeth MacKenzie to explore the deeper dimensions of mindfulness—far beyond relaxation or stress management. Together they discuss how mindfulness, when integrated into higher education, can reshape not only how students cope with pressure but also how they cultivate awareness, ethical reflection, and pur...

In this episode of Mindfulness in Real Time, host Clayton Platt sits down with Kaihan Krippendorff — author, strategist, and founder of Outthinker — for an illuminating conversation about identity, mindfulness, and creativity in business and life. Kaihan shares personal reflections on watching his son discover his passions, and how that mirrors the journey organizations take in finding their true...

In this episode of Mindfulness in Real Time , Clayton sits down with Fred C. Wasiak—longtime nonprofit leader, Food Bank of South Jersey President/CEO, Humanics Consulting founder, and creator of “Outdoors with Papa.” Fred shares how nature became his mindfulness dojo (hello, forest bathing), why he starts meetings with “three breaths to arrive,” and how modeling presence—rather than mandating it—...

In this episode of Mindfulness in Real Time , Clayton Platt sits down with Todd Harrity, three-time U.S. National Squash Champion and Pan Am Games gold medalist. Todd opens up about the role mindfulness has played throughout his professional career—from learning to quiet performance anxiety on the Pro Tour, to embracing authenticity and coming out publicly, to finding balance as he transitions bey...

In this episode, Clayton Platt sits down with entrepreneur and lifelong meditator Nick Hamburger. Nick shares how his journey began on the tennis court, where frustration and broken rackets led to his first encounter with mindfulness. From there, we follow his path through college, launching a startup with a close friend, pitching on Shark Tank , and ultimately stepping away from business to pursu...

In this episode of Mindfulness in Real Time , host Clayton Platt sits down with Greg Morley—global HR leader and author of Bond —to explore how mindfulness and curiosity can transform our connections at work and in life. Greg shares powerful stories from his career across Europe and Asia, including how a mindful pause during a tense taxi ride opened the door to real understanding. Together, they d...

In this heartfelt episode of Mindfulness in Real Time , Clayton Platt welcomes Sarah Platt-Finger—renowned yoga teacher, co-founder of ISHTA Yoga, director of Chopra Yoga, and co-author of Living in the Light . But most meaningfully, Sarah is Clayton’s niece. Together, they explore the deep intersections of mindfulness, parenting, leadership, and the spiritual path—all through the lens of real-lif...

In this thought-provoking episode of Mindfulness in Real Time , host Clayton Platt is joined by renowned neuroscientist Dr. Michael Platt from the University of Pennsylvania. Together, they explore how the brain creates real-time connection through physiological synchrony—where heartbeats, breath, and attention align across individuals to create trust, cooperation, and empathy. From Lego-building...

In this heartfelt episode of Mindfulness in Real Time , host Clayton Platt sits down with Kathy Love—TEDx speaker, coach, and community leader—to explore what it means to practice mindfulness when life unravels. From losing everything and moving to a new place to rediscovering identity, self-worth, and purpose, Kathy shares her powerful journey through crisis, codependency, and healing. Together,...

In this deeply personal and reflective episode of Mindfulness in Real Time , Clayton Platt sits down with storyteller and human-centered leader Ara Tucker. Together, they revisit Ara’s experience as a first-year NYU law student during the events of September 11th. Amidst fear and confusion, one vivid memory—a single yellow flower on a lunch table with her father—served as an anchor of presence and...

In this episode of Mindfulness in Real Time , Clayton Platt sits down with sports psychologist Dr. Mitchell Greene to explore how athletes—and all of us—can navigate the noisy inner world of "mind chatter." Drawing from Dr. Greene's book Courage Over Confidence , they unpack how our internal dialogue can hijack performance, and how mindfulness tools like presence, breath, and routine can bring us...

In this episode, Sonja Pemberton delves into the essential link between mindfulness, neuroconscious awareness, and decision-making—highlighting how understanding subconscious drivers shapes the way we navigate high-stakes decisions. This exploration reflects the foundation of her work today at AxionOS™, where ClarityOS™ empowers founders to surface hidden biases, challenge assumptions, and make co...

In this heartwarming and insightful episode of Magic in the Moment: Mindfulness in Real Time , host Clayton Platt welcomes author, speaker, and leadership consultant Leah Clark for a deeply personal conversation on presence, parenting, and professional mindfulness. Leah shares a memorable story of practicing a high-stakes webinar with her kindergarten-age son as the only available audience—reveali...