All About The Joy

What if happiness isn’t a mood spike but a skill you can train? We sit with author and coach Trish Ahjel Roberts to explore how transformational leadership, nervous system tools, and a new relationship with anger can change how you work, lead, and live. Trish shares her path from two decades in corporate America to founding Mind Blowing Happiness, and we dig into why so many organizations still ru...

What if the real crisis isn’t left vs. right, but dignity vs. spectacle? We take a hard look at how performative nastiness - on camera and in hearings - rewards the loudest bad actors while starving institutions of trust. From Stephen Miller’s cultivated cruelty to a combative congressional appearance that dodged every question, we trace how contempt becomes a political brand, and why that brand r...

The stories we inherit about money can be louder than any spreadsheet, and today we put those stories under a kinder light with financial therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin. From the shock of a first paycheck that doesn’t match the essential work behind it to the quiet panic of opening a bank app, we trace how culture, family, and systems shape what we think we “should” feel about money - and how that...

A Super Bowl halftime rumor shouldn’t trigger a civics crisis - but the Bad Bunny backlash did exactly that. We start with culture and run headlong into identity, geography, and the gaps in how we understand America. Puerto Ricans are U.S. citizens. Spanish is part of the national soundtrack. When people panic about who “counts,” it’s really a story about education, belonging, and whether we can s...

Ever wondered what it means to find joy in every circumstance? Carmen Lezeth takes you behind the scenes in this special episode, unveiling the four distinct shows that make up the All About the Joy podcast network while sharing the deeply personal story behind its creation. Growing up in challenging circumstances, Carmen discovered a survival mechanism that would eventually shape her entire world...

Raw, unfiltered, and desperately needed - Carmen and Andrea tackle America's most uncomfortable truths in this powerful episode that dives headfirst into the forces shaping our divided nation. The conversation begins with a stark assessment of current leadership, examining the embarrassment many Americans feel watching their representatives on the world stage. When a president tells global le...

What happens when traditional weight loss approaches fail because of underlying medical conditions? In our most candid conversation yet, Cynthia courageously shares her 14-month journey with Wegovy - a path she initially kept private due to fear of judgment. This powerful discussion reveals the complex relationship between chronic illness and weight gain. Cynthia's lifelong battle with asthma...

The divide between political ideologies in America runs deeper than most realize, and in this raw, unfiltered conversation, Carmen and Andrea break down what actually defines liberalism and conservatism beyond the superficial party labels. Using a brilliant analogy, they explain how ideologies are like phone operating systems (iOS vs Android) while political parties are just the apps running on th...

What happens when life throws you a curveball and you find out who truly shows up? In this powerful episode, Maurio returns to All About the Joy after his 36th surgery, sharing raw insights on friendship, healing, and emotional boundaries.  From spinal stenosis to Paget’s disease, Maurio’s resilience shines through as he reflects on the people who stayed, the ones who faded, and the wisdom he’s ga...

The assassination of Charlie Kirk forces a confrontation with uncomfortable truths about political violence, empathy, and America’s uncertain future. Carmen and Andrea navigate this sensitive terrain with nuance, revealing how this tragedy fits into a broader epidemic - where 47 other people also died from gun violence that same day. They explore the troubling disconnect in how we respond to trage...

What does it say about you when someone's failure to use a turn signal sends you into a rage? Or when the sound of someone chewing makes your skin crawl? In this engaging conversation, we dive deep into the psychology behind our pet peeves and what they reveal about our values and expectations. The hosts share their most triggering annoyances – from drivers who don't signal to people typ...

Friendships across political divides are rare these days, but Carmen and Andrea prove it's still possible in their bold new show "Culture and Consequence." Their honest, sometimes heated conversation reveals how two people can see America through completely different lenses while maintaining deep respect for each other. Carmen shares her journey from uncritical patriotism to a more...

The gloves come off in this no-holds-barred conversation about dating preferences, celebrity crushes, and the often unspoken expectations we have for potential partners. Three women, (Andrea, Carmen and Ash) reveal their unfiltered thoughts on what attracts them to men and what sends them running in the opposite direction.  (Original air date 11.24.2021) The chemistry between the hosts creates an...

In this deeply moving and inspiring conversation, we welcome Dr. Dashia, whose extraordinary life journey embodies resilience in its purest form. From growing up in the Miami projects to surviving 72 different foster homes, Dr. Dashia's path to becoming a multiple PhD holder and purpose coach defies all expectations. Dr. Dashia opens up about her childhood, raised by her grandmother until cir...

Curious about artificial intelligence but feeling overwhelmed by the tech talk? You're not alone. In this approachable episode, I break down AI basics using simple analogies anyone can understand. Imagine AI as a massive library condensed into a shoebox - one that can instantly retrieve information and explain it in ways that make sense to you. That's the beauty of this technology: it pu...

Ever wondered why some people stay calm when money's tight while others spiral into anxiety? This raw, honest conversation explores our complex relationship with money and how deeply it affects our identity, self-worth, and happiness. Carmen opens up about her journey from having substantial wealth to losing everything in the 2008 financial crisis, revealing the emotional whiplash that comes...

Courage is the backbone of conviction - and both are in short supply in today's political landscape. This raw, unfiltered episode tackles the defining struggle of our time: the battle between cowardice masquerading as strength versus genuine courage that stands up for humanity. What makes someone a coward? It's not just fear—it's the weaponization of fear against the vulnerable. Fro...

Ever felt that burning desire to start your own podcast or livestream but found yourself paralyzed by questions about where to begin? You're not alone. In this candid, no-frills guide, we break down exactly what you need to start broadcasting your voice to the world—and spoiler alert: you probably already have the most important tool in your pocket. Starting with a heartfelt email from Keisha...

Have we reached a breaking point with cancel culture? When did our default response to mistakes become permanent exile rather than creating space for growth? These are the questions at the heart of today's deeply personal exploration. The Joey Swoll controversy serves as our starting point – a fitness influencer whose casual use of an offensive racial term sparked immediate backlash. While hi...

The paradox of modern life hits hard in this raw, honest conversation about loneliness in a hyper-connected world. What begins with a surprising encounter - a Gen Z colleague who prefers coming to the office rather than working remotely - unfolds into a deeply relatable exploration of why we're all feeling so disconnected despite endless digital connections. We dive into that visceral, emotio...

Have you ever felt inadequate because your approach to organization doesn't match someone else's perfectly color-coded calendar? You're not alone—and you're not doing anything wrong. Carmen opens up about her own highly organized tendencies while emphasizing a revolutionary idea: your authentic self is the perfect foundation for any positive change. Whether you make your bed da...

Josh Simons' journey from musician to tech entrepreneur reveals the fascinating intersection of creativity and technology. As a child surrounded by music after losing his father at age two, Simons found comfort and direction in musical expression. This early passion took him from managing bands in high school to performing internationally, though his path was never conventional. The pivotal m...

What happens when your reputation is on the line? Our hosts dive deep into this question, sharing personal revelations about how others perceive them and whether it matters. Carmen admits she's often seen as "hard" (though Rick suggests "firm" might be more accurate), while Cynthia believes she's known for having "a big heart." Rick identifies as loyal and f...

When a pregnant woman with nowhere to go arrives at the hospital, what happens after she gives birth? For hundreds of women in Boston, Dr. Rosanna Means and her groundbreaking Bridges to Moms program create a lifeline that extends far beyond traditional medical care. Our conversation with Dr. Means unveils the remarkable journey of a trained physician who abandoned a prestigious cardiology path af...

What would drive someone to fall in love with artificial intelligence? In our latest deep dive, we explore the fascinating and troubling case of a man who proposed marriage to his AI companion—despite having a wife and child. This story opens a Pandora's box of questions about human connection, emotional fidelity, and the increasingly blurred lines between technology and relationships. The co...