Zenith Exposure

Is experience becoming more valuable in the age of AI? In this episode of Zenith Exposure , AI talent strategist and leadership thinker Jon Wolheim explores the human side of the artificial intelligence revolution. From helping build the talent function that supported SoundHound AI's IPO to serving as a founding HR executive at a rapidly growing AI company, Jon has seen firsthand what separates or...

What can the wilderness teach us about resilience, identity, and finding our way again? In this episode of Zenith Exposure, Michigan author, storyteller, meditation teacher, EMT, and host of The Honest Outdoors, Mike Martin, takes us on a journey behind his new book, The Honest Wilderness: Finding Daniel Boone and the Frontier Within. Mike retraced Daniel Boone's historic journey and filled more t...

What can children teach us about creativity, curiosity, and seeing possibilities where adults see the ordinary? In this episode of Zenith Exposure , children's book author and illustrator Annie M. Wyatt shares her journey from a successful career in technology and data marketing to building a creative life through children's literature. Inspired by her son’s incredible imagination, Annie began cre...

What makes a talented executive succeed in a new leadership role, and why do some struggle despite years of experience? In this episode of Zenith Exposure , Stephen Moss, founder and president of Executive Springboard , shares insights from his experience as a four time Chief Marketing Officer and executive mentor. Stephen explains why the transition into a C suite role can be one of the most chal...

How do you keep trusting God when life doesn't go as planned? In this episode of Zenith Exposure, pastor, author, and ministry encourager Curry Pikkaart shares lessons from more than 50 years of ministry, pastoral leadership, and walking with God through life's greatest challenges. From his calling into ministry to surviving a life threatening medical emergency, Curry reflects on how faith, prayer...

Are you living the life you truly want, or simply reacting to life's circumstances? In this episode of Zenith Exposure, entrepreneur, speaker, and author Ted Kopecko shares the powerful ideas behind his book, Finding JOY... Journey Of You. Drawing from decades of business and life experience, Ted explains why success alone doesn't guarantee fulfillment and how living with intention can transform t...

How can we help children express emotions when they don't yet have the words? In this episode of Zenith Exposure, we sit down with Andre and Constance Lewis, the creators of Miles and the Colorful Capes of Feelings. Inspired by their family's journey through their son Miles' brain surgery and their daughter Mariah's experience with big emotions and shyness, they created a children's book series th...

Is gold still one of the smartest investments in today's economy? In this episode of Zenith Exposure, gold investment educator Simon Popple explains why gold has remained a trusted store of value for generations and how everyday investors can approach it with confidence. We discuss the impact of inflation, the different ways to invest in gold, portfolio diversification, liquidity, and the common m...

Can the brain heal after traumatic injury? In this episode of Zenith Exposure , traumatic brain injury survivor and advocate Tim Randall shares his extraordinary journey after a diffuse axonal injury changed his life overnight. Facing severe memory loss, frequent seizures, and an uncertain future, Tim began exploring natural approaches to recovery through healthy living, meditation, neuroplasticit...

Why do certain patterns keep repeating in our lives, even when we're trying to change? In this episode of Zenith Exposure, coach, therapist, and energy healer Jihane Laraichi shares her holistic approach to emotional healing and personal transformation. We explore how early life experiences, subconscious patterns, emotional wounds, and energetic imbalances may influence our relationships, careers,...

Retired U.S. Army Sergeant Major and leadership professor Dustin Shepherd joins Zenith Exposure to share lessons from nearly 30 years of military service, academia, and executive leadership. We explore why trust, communication, and perception matter more than authority, how resilience is built through adversity, the power of mentorship, and the role of artificial intelligence in shaping the future...

Ephraim Herschmann is a salesman, high school English teacher, podcast host, guitarist, poet, Jiu-Jitsu student, and devoted father and husband. In a world constantly pumping out content that pulls people apart, Ephraim built Come Together around a simple but countercultural idea — that healthy conversations and genuine human connection are worth fighting for. In this episode, Ephraim and Sammy ge...

Wes Towers didn’t learn business in a lecture theatre. He learned it the hard way — building Uplift 360 from scratch over 20 years, breaking things, fixing them, and keeping what works. Today his agency helps builders, tradespeople, and real-world businesses turn websites and SEO into steady, qualified work. In this episode, Wes and Sammy get into the war stories, the field-tested tactics, and the...

Daniel Curtis has performed at the Royal Albert Hall, lit up Times Square and Piccadilly Circus with large-scale charity campaigns, and shared a stage with Tony Bennett on the BBC One Show. He’s worked alongside Sir Paul McCartney, Dame Judi Dench, Will Ferrell, and Bryan Cranston. And then he took a piano deep underground into a Welsh coal mine to honor miners who never made it back to the surfac...

Susan Gooch spent decades in the classroom sharing her love of reading and writing with students. Now retired, she’s pouring that same passion into her own stories — The Carrington Series, a collection of contemporary women’s fiction set in her beloved hometown of Searcy, Arkansas, celebrating strong women, enduring friendships, and the lessons that come from a life well lived. In this episode, Su...

Can music truly change lives? In this episode of the Zenith Exposure Podcast, I sit down with Luka, a passionate music teacher dedicated to helping students discover their potential through music, creativity, and education. Luka shares his journey into music education, the lessons he’s learned from teaching, and why music is far more than entertainment—it’s a powerful tool for self-expression, con...

What does it take to reinvent yourself while staying true to your purpose? In this episode of the Zenith Exposure Podcast, I sit down with Nancy Dunham for a conversation about career evolution, storytelling, resilience, and embracing new opportunities. Nancy shares insights from her journey as a journalist, author, and communications professional, discussing how adaptability, curiosity, and authe...

Zenith Exposure Podcast Where stories, careers, and experiences inspire the next level of greatness. Welcome to Zenith Exposure , the podcast where authentic conversations meet extraordinary people. Every episode features entrepreneurs, authors, business leaders, innovators, creatives, health professionals, and changemakers who share the experiences, lessons, and insights that shaped their journey...

Your peak is just the beginning

Welcome to Zenith Exposure, a podcast dedicated to inspiring, educating, and empowering people through authentic conversations. We explore the journeys, experiences, challenges, and successes of creatives, entrepreneurs, leaders, professionals, and changemakers from different walks of life. From business and culture to faith, relationships, personal growth, and entertainment, every episode offers...