The HX Collective

In this episode, Deb sits down with Andrea Mac to explore what it really takes to elevate the human experience through our relationships—both at home and beyond. Andrea offers an honest, vulnerable look at how real human flourishing happens: not through grand gestures, but through small, intentional acts of connection. She shares hard-earned lessons from parenting Gen Z and Gen Alpha kids, buildin...

 In this episode, Deb reconnects with Alycia Sutor to explore how our most important relationships—family, friends, coworkers, and community—shape our well-being, sense of purpose, and capacity to grow. Rooted in both professional insight and personal evolution, Alycia reflects on the power of curiosity, the courage to step outside comfort zones, and the quiet impact of noticing the humans in fron...

In this episode, Deb sits down with Ali Schroer to explore how we can elevate the human experience through our relationships—with partners, children, friends, and communities. Ali shares a powerful lens on why authentic connection is more vital (and more vulnerable) than ever in an anxious, tech-driven world. They offer real-world strategies for strengthening trust, deepening communication, and bu...

In this episode, Deb welcomes back Libby Baney for a conversation about how flourishing doesn't just happen at work—it’s built (or broken) through the relationships that shape our daily lives. From parenting with a systems mindset to intentionally carving out space for deep, authentic connection, Libby shares personal stories of resilience, love, and leadership. Together, they unpack what it reall...

What if the real secret to flourishing isn’t balance—but blending? In this episode, Deb sits down with Gretchen Miller Bush to explore what it means to live a fully integrated life—one where career, relationships, and identity coexist without perfection, but with deep purpose. Gretchen shares how her decades in a high-powered legal career, combined with motherhood and a long, evolving marriage, ha...

In this episode, Deb sits down with Dr. Deb Gorton to explore how human flourishing truly begins in our relationships—with family, friends, and the people we choose to do life with. From radical acceptance of our limitations to the subtle power of shifting from “I” to “we,” this conversation offers a roadmap for cultivating deeper connection in an increasingly disconnected world. Dr. Gorton brings...

In this episode, Dr. Deb Gorton joins Deb to explore the loneliness epidemic, the power of cognitive dissonance, and why human flourishing at work starts with real relationships—not just ping pong tables and perks. Drawing on her clinical expertise and experience as a business owner, Deb breaks down how discomfort can be the catalyst for growth, why in-person work still matters, and how leaders ca...

In this episode, workplace wellbeing expert Ali Schroer joins Deb to explore how we can build thriving, human-first workplaces without sacrificing performance—or pretending everything’s fine when it’s not. Ali brings her dual lens as a clinician and corporate consultant to the conversation, highlighting how white-knuckling through burnout has become a badge of honor in too many organizations. Toge...

In this episode, Deb sits down with Alycia Sutor, Managing Director at GrowthPlay and fellow HX Collective ally, to explore why work has become the dominant space where human flourishing must be prioritized—and what happens when it isn’t. Drawing from personal transitions and professional insights, Alycia shares a compelling case for viewing the workplace as a platform for meaning, belonging, and...

In this episode, Deb is joined by Rick Wellock and Amy Wellock Staggs of the Wellock Group—an intergenerational coaching duo united by their mission to humanize leadership and elevate the human experience. With decades of wisdom and a deep commitment to contextual, whole-person development, they explore the intersections of professional growth, personal transformation, and the seasons of life. Tog...

In this episode, revenue strategist Andrea Mac joins Deb to challenge everything you think you know about sales—and why it might just be the key to human flourishing. Andrea shares how economic empowerment, especially for women, is directly tied to mastering the art of sales. She reframes sales not as manipulation, but as meaningful connection and value exchange. This episode offers a powerful rem...

In this episode, Deb is joined by attorney and HX ally Gretchen Miller Busch for a powerful conversation on redefining what it means to flourish—especially in demanding careers. Gretchen, a partner and leader at a top U.S. law firm, shares her journey navigating motherhood, marriage, and management while actively reshaping the culture of law to center human connection. Together, they explore the m...

In this episode, Deb sits down with Libby Baney—partner at Faegre Drinker, DC insider, and passionate champion of workplace wellbeing—to explore how cultivating deep connection at work isn’t just nice, it’s necessary. This conversation dives into what it truly means to flourish at work, in relationships, and with ourselves—especially in moments of societal upheaval. From founding firm-wide mental...

In this episode, Deb sits down with Dean Carter, longtime HR executive and HX Collective ally, to explore how elevating the human experience at work isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s the most effective way to drive sustainable business outcomes. From Patagonia to the boardroom, Dean shares stories that challenge conventional corporate thinking and offers a masterclass in tying human flourishin...