The Wisdom movers

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Jody Zarn, award-winning author, speaker, corporate trainer, and TEDx speaker, to explore the unexpected friendship that completely changed her understanding of empathy, dignity, trauma, and human connection. Jody’s journey began with something as simple as buying a cup of coffee for Leroy, a man experiencing homelessness in Winnipeg. What...

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Gloria Vanderhorst, psychologist, writer, advisor, and mentor with 50 years of experience helping individuals, couples, men, and families develop healthier emotional lives and relationships. Dr. Gloria shares her unique journey from working with young boys to understanding how early emotional conditioning can shape men’s ability to exp...

In this episode of the Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Nishanth Sirikonda, Workday Solutions Architect and AI-driven technology strategist, to explore how artificial intelligence, automation, data, and cybersecurity are transforming the modern workplace. With more than a decade of experience designing enterprise HR and workforce solutions, Nishanth has worked on global Workday implementati...

In this episode of the Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Robert Bowers, storyteller, outdoorsman, and author, to explore the fascinating experiences, unexpected encounters, and unforgettable stories that can emerge when you spend a lifetime in the great outdoors. After a 43-year career with ODOT, Robert turned his lifelong love of storytelling into a writing career, beginning with his four-v...

In this episode of the Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Teddy Bloom, an engineer, cyclist, traveler, and the person behind Ride4Rights—a more than 3,000-mile bicycle journey across America designed to encourage dialogue, protect free speech, promote equal justice, and bring people together across political and social divides. Teddy began his journey at the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisc...

In this episode of the Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Brian Parana, a men’s health and lifestyle coach with more than 20 years of experience helping busy, high-performing men over 40 lose fat, improve their health markers, build strength, and regain their energy. Brian has coached thousands of people, owned and operated two CrossFit gyms, worked with elite athletes including Olympians and...

In this episode of the Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Andrew Ackerman, a two-time startup founder, venture capitalist, author, professor, and corporate innovation expert, to explore what it really takes to build, fund, and grow a successful business. Andrew has experienced entrepreneurship from virtually every angle. He has founded two startups, invested in more than 70 early-stage compan...

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Jason Lange, a men’s embodiment coach, group facilitator, and evolutionary guide, to explore the challenges men face today and why meaningful connection with other men can be so important for personal growth. Jason shares his own journey from loneliness and difficulty creating relationships to discovering the transformative power of men’s...

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Robert J. Wolf, MD, a neuroradiologist and award-winning author of Not a Real Enemy: The True Story of a Hungarian Jewish Man’s Fight for Freedom , to explore his father’s extraordinary story of survival, courage, and determination. Robert shares the remarkable journey of his father, Ervin Wolf, a Hungarian Jewish man who survived Nazi per...

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with David Jeter, a physical therapist with 23 years of experience and the owner of Acceleration Physical Therapy in Spokane, Washington, to explore a different way of understanding and managing pain. David explains why treating pain is not always about focusing on the area that hurts, but about identifying the underlying movement and biomechan...

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Grant “G. Rex” Kruhly, founder of Depth Healing, to explore the deeper beliefs, emotions, and subconscious patterns that can influence the way we live, think, and respond to challenges. With more than five decades of experience studying martial arts, meditation, psychology, personal development, and spiritual practices, Dr. Kruhly shar...

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, Kathy Miller shares her decades of leadership experience and explains why strong organizational culture is essential for sustainable business performance. From starting on the factory floor at 17 to leading multi-billion-dollar global operations, including at Rolls-Royce Defense, Kathy has seen firsthand how leadership, culture, relationships, and executio...

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, Peter John Mather shares his powerful journey from winning the lottery with his mother to battling addiction, experiencing two suicide attempts, and ultimately rebuilding his life through recovery, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. Peter discusses the mindset shifts that helped him overcome some of his darkest moments, the lessons he learned through s...

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Grant Jenkins, Managing Director of Propel Health Australia and a high-performance coach with more than 25 years of experience working with elite athletes and everyday people. Grant shares what elite sport has taught him about nutrition, recovery, resilience, and long-term health. We explore gut health and the microbiome, metabolic health,...

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Carol Waldman, a parent, advocate, and consultant dedicated to helping neurodivergent young adults successfully transition into adulthood. Carol shares her personal journey raising a neurodivergent son who went on to graduate from the University of Wisconsin, travel independently through Europe, and complete an internship in Washington, D....

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Jim Marshall, author, human development expert, and creator of Septemics, to explore a different approach to understanding human behavior and personal development. Jim explains what Septemics is, how he discovered it, and how his work can help people better understand themselves, improve their relationships, and navigate different areas of...

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Darcy Sullivan, founder of Propel Marketing & Design, to discuss how businesses can improve their online visibility and attract more customers through smart SEO and digital marketing. Darcy shares practical strategies for ranking higher on Google, optimizing Google Business Profiles, creating content that drives results, and adapting t...

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Timothy Stobbe, pastor, poet, author, and host of Meet Me in the Word , to explore faith, life's transitions, and the pursuit of spiritual growth. After serving more than two decades in pastoral ministry, Timothy shares what it was like to step into a new season of life, the lessons he's learned through ministry, and how creativity, journa...

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Chris McManus, entrepreneur and multi-business owner, to explore what it takes to build lasting success from the ground up. Chris shares how he grew a landscaping business into a multi-seven-figure company, became a millionaire at 26, and expanded into real estate and the pool industry. We discuss the entrepreneurial mindset, overcoming se...

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Zac Baldwin—author, storyteller, performer, and creative entrepreneur—to explore how a lifetime of unconventional experiences shaped his passion for storytelling. From musical theatre and stunt work to writing novels with resilient female protagonists, Zac shares lessons on creativity, perseverance, authenticity, and staying true to your v...

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Peter George, public speaking coach, professional speaker, and award-winning author, to discuss how anyone can become a calm, confident, and engaging communicator. Drawing from his own journey of overcoming a lisp and stutter, Peter shares practical strategies for conquering the fear of public speaking, connecting with audiences, and deliv...

In this episode of Wisdom Movers Podcast, we sit down with Forrest McSweeney, director of the Uplift Project, to explore how grassroots entrepreneurship is creating lasting change in some of the most remote communities of the Amazon. Growing up traveling through Central and South America with his father, Forrest developed a deep appreciation for the resilience, determination, and creativity of peo...

Artificial intelligence is everywhere—but how much of it is actually helping businesses grow? In this episode, Ioannis Antypas joins me to separate fact from fiction when it comes to AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. Rather than chasing trends, he explains how business leaders can make smarter technology decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and use innovation to create real, measurable g...

What if some of your biggest health challenges aren't caused by your lifestyle—but by the environment around you? In this episode, Eric Klos shares why air quality, allergens, pollution, and even the weather play a far greater role in our health than most people realize. We explore the emerging field of environmental health, why traditional healthcare has often overlooked it, and how new technolog...

In this episode of The Wisdom Movers Podcast, I sit down with author, artist, entrepreneur, and storyteller Dave Letterfly Knoderer to explore a life defined by creativity, resilience, and reinvention. Dave shares his extraordinary journey from performing with circus horses and building successful businesses to overcoming alcoholism and discovering a deeper sense of purpose. We discuss how failure...