Powerful And Unpolished

Carolina Gay owns Minuteman Press in Tucson. She sees the same problem every week: people bring in AI-generated logos that can’t be printed. The text can’t be edited, the resolution is too low for a banner, there’s no bleed, and the design is too complex for embroidery or a pen. Carolina explains what goes wrong, why consistent branding builds trust, and where AI does help: brainstorming, before a...

Veterans often see real progress during a 12-week course of care, then wait an average of 16 weeks for approval of the next one. Many slide backward in that gap. First responders face a different barrier: their insurance rarely covers alternative care, and mental health copays can run $100 to $150 per session. Mariah Tritz runs a wellness practice offering acupuncture, chiropractic, massage, and p...

Yoga therapist and Create Calm founder Lisa Danahy joins Tim for a conversation about energy, ego, and the nervous system. Lisa explains why self regulation has to come before you can help anyone else steady theirs, and breaks down her framework for understanding ego as three layers: essential, essence, and dominant. She also shares the story of a four year old on the verge of being expelled from...

Tim Salmans sits down with Teri Karjala, business success therapist, coach, author, and entrepreneur, for a wide-ranging conversation about fulfillment, personal growth, intuition, manifestation, and learning to trust the journey. Teri shares how difficult experiences, including what she calls her “dark night of the soul,” helped her stop trying to control every outcome and become more open to wha...

What does it take to build trust in a world filled with conflicting information, fear, and constant distractions? Tim Salmans sits down with educator, respiratory therapist, and wellness coach Renee Ochsner to explore how personal responsibility, curiosity, and healthy habits can help us navigate uncertainty with greater confidence. Drawing from experiences in education, healthcare during COVID, e...

Former fighter pilot and leadership expert Christian Boo Boucousis joins Tim Salmans to explore what truly separates effective leaders from managers. Drawing on his military background, humanitarian work in Afghanistan, and leadership consulting, Boo shares why curiosity, accountability, and continuous learning outperform authority and ego. The conversation dives into debriefing, decision making u...

What happens when a professional stuntman faces the very real possibility that his career, and even his future, could end in an instant? In this episode, Tim Salmans welcomes back longtime friend and stunt performer Daniel 'Duke' Jackson for a powerful conversation about risk, resilience, and the moments that force us to reevaluate our lives. Daniel shares stories from more than three decades in t...

In this episode of Powerful and Unpolished, Tim Salmans sits down with Carrie Rene Thomas, co-CEO of Becoming Irresistible, to explore the intersection of authenticity, visibility, entrepreneurship, and AI. Carrie shares how her experiences with dyslexia, personal growth, and overcoming challenges shaped her mission to help people amplify their impact without losing themselves in the process. Toge...

In this episode of Powerful and Unpolished , Tim Salmans sits down with photographer and video storyteller  Monique Eckes to explore the deeper meaning behind authentic visual storytelling. From photographing rescue animals to creating testimonial videos that build trust, Monique shares how photography can capture far more than appearances. It can reveal personality, connection, and the human expe...

In this powerful episode of Powerful and Unpolished, Tim Salmans sits down with Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards for a raw conversation about trauma, toxic relationships, emotional addiction, and personal transformation. Stephen shares the deeply personal experiences behind his memoir, The Venus Fly Trap: Sex, Lies and Repercussions , revealing how one intense relationship forced him to confront the darke...

In this episode, Tim Salmans sits down with developmental editor and author strategist Nanette Levin to explore what it really takes to write a book that resonates. They unpack the gap between having a powerful message and delivering it in a way that truly connects with readers. From early-stage clarity to structural decisions, this conversation reveals why writing is as much about transformation...

Why do so many businesses struggle to connect, even when they’re doing everything “right”? In this episode, Tim Salmans sits down with Lisa  Raebel to unpack the real reason marketing often falls flat and what it takes to create messaging that truly resonates. From storytelling to emotional connection, Lisa breaks down how shifting the focus from yourself to your audience can completely transform...

In this episode, Tim Salmans sits down with Michelle Medrano to explore the deeper layers of spirituality, belief systems, and personal responsibility. Together, they unpack the difference between structured religion and open spiritual practice, highlighting the courage it takes to question long-held beliefs and discover what truly resonates on an individual level. The conversation moves beyond th...

Why does success so often fall short of fulfillment, especially in leadership? In this episode, Tim Salmans sits down with returning guest Donna Riccardo to unpack why so many leaders struggle despite endless training and resources. Together, they explore the deeper traits that separate true leadership from simply holding a title. The conversation moves beyond surface-level skills into the inner w...

In this episode, host Tim Salmans sits down with Jordan White, founder of GATE (Games and Trivia Entertainment), a company built on one powerful mission: bringing people back together in real life. Born out of the isolation of the pandemic, Jordan’s work focuses on creating live, interactive experiences that spark authentic connection, laughter, and community. Jordan shares his remarkable journey...

In this episode of Powerful and Unpolished, host Tim Salmans sits down with spiritual leader and author Josh Reeves to explore the difference between the time we manufacture through busyness and the deeper “sacred time” that reconnects us with who we truly are. Josh shares the story that inspired his book Sacred Time: Finding True Peace in a Busy World and how modern life often pulls us away from...

In this solo episode, host Tim Salmans shares a major announcement and the deeper intention behind launching the Elevate for Impact private membership community. He reflects on why so many people feel weighed down by expectation, ego, and cultural noise, and what it means to create a true safe space for honest exploration. This conversation explores the idea of a personal factory reset, not to fix...

In this episode of Powerful and Unpolished, host Tim Salmans sits down with data integration specialist Jeff Cox, founder of No Bravo Sierra. Jeff shares how a college instructor’s enthusiasm sparked a lifelong career in technology and why complex systems do not have to feel overwhelming. From computer viruses to multi factor authentication, Jeff breaks down practical cybersecurity strategies ever...

In this episode of Powerful and Unpolished, host Tim Salmans sits down with Jacki Cox, founder of the ACE Community, to explore why success without joy leads to burnout rather than fulfillment. Jacki shares her journey as a lifelong connector and how conscious choice, humility, and play shape real leadership. The conversation moves through goal setting without ego, learning through mistakes, and w...

In this episode, host Tim Salmans sits down with Missy Hackman, owner of Board and Brush Creative Studios in Parker, Colorado. Missy shares how creativity, openness, and shared experiences can transform self doubt into confidence and connection. What begins as a DIY project often becomes something much deeper for those who walk through her studio doors. Missy also opens up about a life altering he...

In this conversation, Tim Salmans sits down with transformational wealth coach Amy Westbrook to explore why so many people struggle with money even when the solutions seem simple on paper. Amy explains how financial stress is rarely about numbers alone. It is tied to identity, past conditioning, personal worthiness, and conflicting values. Together they break down how mainstream financial advice a...

Tim returns from a grounding break with fresh reflections on why fulfillment requires more than outward success or polished presentation. He explores how easily people become caught in expectations, cultural pressures and external image while neglecting the inner work that actually builds strength and clarity. Through personal observations, he highlights the gap that often exists between how someo...

Host Tim Salmans and returning guest Nanette Levin from Book Conductors explore a refreshing perspective on daily mindset in this thought-provoking episode. Rather than dwelling on what's wrong with the world, the duo examines what's right and how consciously shifting focus can transform both individual experiences and community interactions. The conversation begins with Tim sharing striking resea...

On this episode of Powerful and Unpolished , host Tim Salmans welcomes Australian entrepreneur and digital marketing strategist Callum Gracie for a conversation that goes far beyond business. From humble beginnings as a musician and high school music teacher to building Australia's top-performing music agency branch, Callum shares how he turned zero traction into massive momentum—all rooted in cul...

In this episode of Powerful and Unpolished , host Tim Salmans talks with Clora Romero, a property and casualty insurance professional, about her experience in the insurance industry and how recent changes—like inflation, natural disasters, and claim trends—are affecting customers and premiums. Clora explains the importance of working with an informed, accessible agent and shares insights into the...