Relatable Wisdom

This week on Relatable Wisdom, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Robert B Cide Cardillo, also known as Bside—a rapper and author whose journey is the definition of resilience and reinvention. Robert shared not just one, but two powerful quotes that have shaped his outlook: “It’s a great life if you don’t weaken,” a family mantra tattooed on his arm, and “The only way to separate the goo...

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Raj Singh, VP of New Products at Mozilla, to dig into the quotes and life lessons that have guided him through his entrepreneurial journey. Raj’s mantra, “Try fail, try fail, try fail… try win,” is a powerful reminder that perseverance and resilience are at the core of growth—especially in the world of startups. We explore how this simple, cycli...

What a powerful conversation with Jeff Bailey on this episode of Relatable Wisdom! Jeff shared his favorite quote, “Pain is a messenger, it’s not the problem—listen to the pain and let it lead you to the problem where it can be resolved.” With 45+ years transforming lives through joint health and mobility, his journey from recovering from a ski accident to pioneering Evita Yoga is nothing short of...

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Linda Grizely, a personal finance educator who brings heart and honesty to money matters. Linda shares her powerful mantra: “You can’t live a life you love on a budget you hate.” Her journey reveals how true financial wellness means aligning your spending plan with your values—embracing both numbers and emotions. As Linda opens up about real-lif...

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I had an incredible conversation with Brian Seim, founder of Kingdom Family Leader, software engineer, and Christian life coach. Brian vulnerably shared how the classic scripture, "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path" (Psalm 119:105), became a guiding force in his transformation from outward achievement to inner fulfillment. We dove deep in...

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Therese Miclot, a leadership development consultant and executive coach, for an uplifting conversation about the everyday impact of strong, compassionate leadership. Therese shares her favorite quote, “Better leaders impact real lives,” and the deeply personal story behind it—her mother’s struggles with poor management after the unexpected loss...

What does it really take to build something meaningful from scratch? In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Andy Ide, the mind behind Horse Records, who shared the mantra that’s shaped his journey: “Success is a staircase, not an elevator.” Andy’s story resonated deeply with me. Instead of waiting for a lucky break, he proves the power of showing up, taking small steps daily—even if...

What an inspiring journey we get to share today! In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Reino Gevers, a captivating author and speaker whose wisdom springs from a life rich in experience—from his early days in South Africa to his hikes along the Camino in Spain. Together, we explore his favorite quotes, particularly the powerful poem "Invictus" with its memorable line: "I am the mast...

On this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Kenneth Edward Webb, a retired army lieutenant colonel whose journey from the battlegrounds to writing psychological thrillers in Peru is nothing short of inspiring. Ken’s guiding quote—“Don’t worry about how fast you’re moving forward, as long as you never stop moving”—reminds us that progress isn’t about keeping pace with others, but about emb...

Sometimes the simplest advice is the hardest to follow. In this episode, I sit down with Lizbeth Meredith, award-winning author, speaker, and adventurer, whose favorite guiding quote is “Never miss an opportunity to keep your mouth shut.” We dig deep into the meaning behind this mantra and how it helped Lizbeth navigate one of the most challenging chapters of her life—fighting to reunite with her...

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Jennifer Chase, a life coach whose journey through addiction, recovery, and family healing gives her wisdom that’s both raw and practical. Jennifer shares the quote that’s become her touchstone: “The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek,” by Joseph Campbell. This mantra guided Jennifer as she faced addiction personally, as the daug...

On this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I had the honor of sitting down with Rachel Edmondson-Clarke, a leadership expert whose perspective on growth is both deeply personal and profoundly practical. Rachel shared the quote that’s guided her journey: “If you’re not growing, you’re dying or you’re dead.” We explored what growth truly means beyond the usual metrics of money or status. Rachel’s own turn...

On this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Mike Swenson—a seasoned PR expert with deep roots in crisis management and decades of experience helping organizations weather life’s storms. Mike shares the timeless reminder: “You can’t just talk the talk, you have to walk the walk,” alongside his own mantra, “Communication without a strategy is lost opportunity.” Through stories from his broa...

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I’m joined by Elizabeth Makepeace, an intuitive activator and natural success coach whose lived experiences have shaped her powerful perspective on personal growth and intuition. The quote guiding our conversation is “You’ve already won,” a mantra gifted to Elizabeth by her higher self during a moment of deep reflection in a float tank. Elizabeth shares how thi...

On this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I had the privilege of speaking with Roger Conrad, affectionately known as the "Tortoise King" of investing. Roger’s favorite mantra — “No one will care as much as you do about your own financial health” — echoes through his journey of four decades guiding families toward financial stability. Roger’s story is a powerful reminder that financial wellnes...

On this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I had the pleasure of diving deep with Clementine Moss, the powerhouse drummer for Ze Parela and a writer whose journey beautifully bridges the worlds of hard rock and spiritual practice. Clementine brought us a moving quote from Henry Miller: “When you're convinced that all the exits are blocked, either you take to believing in miracles, or you stand still...

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Zoa Conner, a physicist turned functional wellness practitioner and retreat leader, whose life and work revolve around a transformative mantra: “When you focus on self care for yourself, then everything else falls into place.” Zoa opens up about the heartbreak she witnessed in brilliant women burdened by exhaustion, and the life-changing lesson...

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I’m joined by Jeff Revilla, a creative entrepreneur who transformed his personal hang-ups into powerful fuel for building community and innovation. Jeff’s favorite mantra — “No one cares” — may sound harsh at first, but as you’ll hear, it’s the liberating insight that helped him move past self-doubt and step onto the stage of life (and podcasting). He shares ho...

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sat down with Tiffany Carson—an author, mental health advocate, and host of Hard Beautiful Journey—to explore the mantra that’s carried her through life’s toughest storms: “A heart once reduced to ashes can rise again. Full, beautiful, and healed, stronger for the fire it endured.” Tiffany’s journey has been anything but easy: from a decade-long battle with i...

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with wealth coach Therese Nicklas to unpack what it truly means to live a rich, fulfilling life—not just in terms of dollars and cents, but by cultivating purpose, joy, and balance. Therese shares her favorite guiding quote from Stephen Covey: “To live, to learn, to leave a legacy,” and reveals how this mantra helped her and her clients redefine success, espec...

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Noah May, a recent Auburn journalism graduate and host of the Lethal Venom podcast. Noah shares the mantra that’s shaped his journey: “Once a fighter, always a fighter.” We dive deep into what that means for someone who’s faced battles with depression and anxiety since his early teens—from bullying in middle school to navigating overwhelming men...

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Jamey Maniscalco, a neuroscientist and founder of Manifest Wellness, who brings both scientific expertise and deeply personal experience to the table. We dive into Jamey’s favorite quote from Nietzsche: “He who has a why to live can bear almost any how.” Jamey shares candid stories about walking away from a lucrative but unfulfilling consulting...

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Roy Reid, often called a “living miracle” after surviving a heart condition that completely changed his outlook on life. Roy shares the Thomas Jefferson quote that has shaped how he navigates everything from high-pressure boardrooms to personal relationships: “Nothing gives one person so much advantage over another as to remain always cool and u...

On this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I’m joined by Leah Chrest, a Christian meditation teacher and author whose life mantra, “Look for the lesson,” offers an inspiring and practical approach to facing life’s toughest moments. Leah opens up about how this simple mindset shift—moving from resistance to acceptance—has guided her through everything from everyday family challenges to the profound grief...

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Pradeepa Narayanaswamy, a true diamond miner for leaders and a voice of empowerment. Pradeepa’s mantra, “Be a stand for your work,” is more than encouragement—it’s a call to share your meaningful efforts with the world, instead of waiting in silence for your value to be discovered. Through her own journey—from being one of only 12 women selected...