Login Podcast

On this episode of the Login Podcast, we sit down with Susan McPherson, CEO and founder of McPherson Strategies and author of The Lost Art of Connecting. She shares the story of founding her company at 48 — and how two decades of genuine connection-building became the foundation of a thriving 13-year business. We also discuss why doing research before reaching out matters more than ever, how to re...

Nico Emmanuel, creator of Daddy Academy, joins Sarah for a candid conversation about modern dating, healthy masculinity, and what good relationships actually look like. They talk about setting standards without getting caught up in “internet standards,” recognizing healthy versus manipulative behavior, dating as a high-achieving woman, and why women should remember they’re doing the choosing too....

 In this episode, Dr. Michelle Rozen, known as the Change Doctor, shares her personal journey of transformation and how it shaped her approach to helping others embrace change. Dr. Rozen discusses her own experiences with feeling stuck and the pivotal moments that led her to pursue a career in helping others unlock their potential. Listen as she breaks down the psychological resistance to change,...

 On this episode of the Login Podcast , we sit down with Sherrilyn Kenyon , the #1 New York Times bestselling author whose books have sold more than 80 million copies worldwide . She shares the story behind Infernal Affairs , a novel that lived in her imagination for more than 20 years before finally making it to the page. We also discuss her remarkable writing career, how her characters come to l...

Bestselling thriller author Clare Mackintosh joins the show to share her unique journey from a 12-year career in the British police force to the top of the literary world. Clare unveils the intricacies of writing gripping twists, the significance of humanizing characters, and how her policing experience informs her writing. Discover the inspiration behind her latest release, "It's Not Wh...

 You're not broken — you're just too loud on the inside to hear what actually matters. Former ad executive turned psychic medium Mark Christopher Nelson shares the simple practice behind his new book Seven-Minute Vacation . From how his father's murder sparked a lifelong psychic gift, to why your spirit guide might look like someone from the Home Depot plumbing department, this is a...

What if the key to becoming a better leader isn't learning more strategies — it's finally learning how to have conflict? Leadership coach Matthew Abrams joins Login to break down why avoiding conflict is silently eroding your team, your relationships, and your own sense of self. Drawing on 10 years of work with leadership teams — and his new book Inviting Genius — Matthew shares why 90%...

 What if the missing piece of your health routine isn't another supplement or workout — it's your fascia? Sue Hitzmann, creator of the MELT Method® and a founding member of the Fascial Research Society, joins [Podcast Name] to explain why this overlooked connective tissue system is the key to pain-free aging, better sleep, and even hormone regulation. From crawling to the bathroom at 28...

Alan Siegel (Siegel+Gale / Siegelvision) has quietly shaped how the world communicates through iconic identity systems like the MLB and NBA logos and through a philosophy that goes deeper than design: brand voice. Actually, he is one of the first to ever speak on the subject. In this conversation, he shares how he built a global firm by pairing strategy with creativity, why purpose and positioning...

Jason Chatfield is an award-winning cartoonist, author, and stand-up comedian based in New York City. For 16 years, he wrote and drew the 102-year-old internationally syndicated comic strip Ginger Meggs . His work has appeared in The New Yorker , Esquire , MAD Magazine , Variety , Wired , and more. He’s a former President of both the National Cartoonists Society and the Australian Cartoonists Asso...

 Join Tad Crawford—author, publisher, and attorney—as he explores the emotional core of his latest novel, A Woman in the Wild . Through the journey of its protagonist, Thea, Tad reflects on family estrangement, the healing power of nature, and the tension between creative instinct and practical reality. Tad’s multifaceted career includes decades of work supporting writers and artists, notably as c...

Join us in this captivating episode as we sit down with Paulette Perhach – an acclaimed author, essayist, and writing coach. Paulette shares her journey of helping writers through her innovative tools and community initiatives, such as the Writer's Mission Control Center and The Finishing School for Writers. Dive into the emotional aspects of the writing process, the struggles with ADHD, and...

Emmy and Tony-winning producer Joe Plummer, President of Wavelength, joins Login to explore the intersection of storytelling and media innovation. Joe dives into how he crafts authentic narratives across film, theater, and branded content, emphasizing the need for genuine connection in an advertising-allergic world. He shares his journey from journalism to producing award-winning content and his a...

Join Sarah as she sits down with Justin Marlowe, the author of "Perfect Strangers: Echoes of a Black Suburban Youth." In this captivating conversation, they explore Justin's experiences growing up as an African American in suburban America, his literary journey from student athlete to author, and the profound themes of race and identity that underpin his debut memoir. Drawing from h...

Hal Rosenbluth and Marnie Hall join Login to talk about the hidden world of health anxiety — and why so many of us slip into self‑diagnosis without realizing it. Hal, a hypochondriac CEO who once sold his travel company for hundreds of millions and built a retail‑clinic business sold to Walgreens, shares how living with illness anxiety shaped his career in healthcare. Marnie brings a creator’s per...

Two Texas girls on a couch talking grit, elegance, and the real work of building a brand. Mair, founder of Mair Fragrance, shares how a handwritten signature sparked a decade-long journey, why she designs soft scents to complement you not overpower you, and what almost ended her company this year. We cover distribution, contracts, influencer fatigue, and the mantra that guides her now, think slow,...

What if exhaustion isn’t a badge of honor, but a signal that something deeper needs attention? In this episode, Sarah talks with Lindsay Scola - former White House staffer turned sleep and productivity expert, about her journey from decades of undiagnosed narcolepsy to becoming an advocate for better sleep and self-understanding. Lindsay shares how rethinking sleep changed her entire life and care...

CEO and founder of Wind Sun Sky Entertainment, Catherine Winder joins Login to talk about the sweet spot between storytelling and technology. Catherine shares how she finds her creative voice, builds fearless rooms where the best idea wins, and uses AI as a tool for speed and experimentation, not as a replacement for people. Catherine walk through early career lessons on Ice Age , adapting brands...

Bestselling authors Alix Strauss (The Joy of Funerals) and Nicola Kraus (The Best We Could Hope For, co-author of The Nanny Diaries) join Login to talk about being and writing, telling the truth on the page, and creating realistic women in full color. They dig into character first storytelling, structure that reveals who people really are, and the balance between honesty and “likable.” We cover pr...

Alan Alda needs no introduction… but here’s mine anyway. Emmy-winning actor, writer, director, and host of Clear and Vivid , Alan has spent decades showing the world the power of curiosity, empathy, and listening - and has devoted much of his life to helping people communicate better. In this episode, we talk about what 350+ podcast conversations have taught him about human nature, why a hostage n...

In this episode, the team behind The Innovators Den shares their journey from humble New York beginnings to creating a successful advertising agency. Together they've built out their own podcast channel -- and expanded it into a podcast network, marketed their own brands, and run ads for an array of interesting clients. From navigating hard lessons to experimenting with online creation, they...

Lynn Harris - writer, comedian, activist, and founder of Gold Comedy - joins us for a lively conversation about building a platform for emerging comedy voices and how humor can be a cultural force for connection and change. From her early days in standup to launching a digital-first comedy community, Lynn shares her founder journey, the formula behind a great joke, and why taking every shot matter...

Three-time Emmy-nominated writer, director, and producer Ryan Cunningham joins Sarah to talk about building a creative life that embraces mess, momentum, and meaning. From her work on Broad City to her award-winning indie film Lone Wolves , Ryan shares how neurodivergence shapes her process—and why juggling multiple projects might actually be her secret weapon. We get into the myth of “clever” wri...

From giving TED Talks as a teen to debuting an off-Broadway one-woman show, writer, performer, and cultural icon Ruby Karp has spent a lifetime in the spotlight, and she’s got the stage presence (and battle scars) to prove it. In this hilarious and unfiltered episode, Ruby joins me to talk about her show I Don’t Trust Adults , growing up on the internet, finding her comedic voice, and navigating p...

What starts as a mezcal-fueled bar crawl in the West Village turns into a full-fledged business. In this episode, we sit down with Noah Sinkoff and Raf Ayala , co-founders of Conozco , a premium canned mezcal cocktail brand launching its first flavor. We crack open a can from their inaugural production run, talk through the realities of self-funding while working full-time, and explore what it rea...