Back to Life

Host: Danny Bader Guest: Tom Tabler In this episode Danny sits down with Tom Tabler. Tom built a career that spanned over 36 years in the hotel business, eventually working his way up to important leadership positions at Marriott. Sit back & enjoy this conversation between Danny and one of his dearest friends (some would even say brothers) Tom Tabler. In this episode Danny and Tom discuss: Leaders...

Host: Danny Bader Guest: James Laughlin In this episode Danny sits down with James Laughlin. James has dedicated his life to helping others to achieve more without over-taxing themselves. He's a seven times world-champion, has coached high-performers from prime ministers to Formula One teams, and is the author of Habits of High Performers.  In this episode Danny and James discuss: Striving for suc...

Host: Danny Bader Guest: Jenn Mueller   We all know that life doesn't always go as planned. Sometimes we find ourselves progressing down one path, only for life to stop us in our tracks, interrupt our plans, and change our trajectory.   In this episode of The Back to Life Podcast Danny sits down for a chat with Jenn Mueller. Cancer interrupted Jenn's life, dramatically changing her outlook. Her re...

Host: Danny Bader Guest: Phil Vassar What does it mean to rise to the very top of what you could only dream was possible, only to suddenly find yourself face-to-face with your own mortality? In this episode Danny sits down with Phil Vassar, an acclaimed Nashville Country-artist with a successful career spanning three decades. His life ground to a sudden halt when he suffered an un-expected heart-a...

Host: Danny Bader Guest: Jonelle Marie Carter   What does it mean to take back your life, reclaim your lost identity, and overcome the barriers within your own mind as you start again after profound loss?     In this episode Danny sits down with Jonelle Marie Carter, a singer whose life was up-ended by a cancer diagnosis that eventually lead to the loss of her singing voice (literally). After waki...

What does it mean to truly belong — to a place, to a community, or even to yourself? On this episode of Back to Life , Danny sits down with Marina Baronas, a storyteller of belonging whose life has crossed borders of culture, language, and identity. Raised in Lithuania, Russia, and Azerbaijan, Marina inherited a deep understanding of hospitality — not as a job, but as a way of being. After immigra...

As the year winds down and a new one begins, Danny invites listeners into a deep, honest exploration of what it means to be fully alive. In this season-opening episode, he reflects on the 3 Levels of Life, why so many of us get stuck in the "functional fog," and how a Radical Reverence for Your Life can pull you back into clarity, purpose, and joy. With simple, timeless practices you can begin tod...

What if you could rewire your brain to release fear, reduce stress, and live more fully? In this episode of the Back to Life podcast, I sit down with Lisa Wimberger, founder of the Neurosculpting® Institute and expert in blending neuroscience with mindfulness. We explore how to reshape limiting beliefs, heal trauma, and create new neural pathways that support a life of clarity, calm, and intention...

In this episode of Back to Life , Danny sits down with Nicole Danielle, an author whose journey from darkness to self-discovery is nothing short of inspiring. From a young beauty pageant winner to an actress in LA, Nicole faced relentless criticism and hurtful words that shaped her self-perception: ❌ "You're not enough." ❌ "You will never be anything more than what you are." ❌ "You're a dime a...

Are you ready to transform how you work and reclaim your time? In this episode of  Back to Life , Danny sits down with Sean McMann, author and Director of Consulting, to discuss the practical strategies he shares in his book. From redefining the connection between work and self-worth to eliminating hours of unnecessary meetings and email, Sean reveals proven methods that helped him climb from new...

What does it take to truly support yourself and others on the journey to wellness? On this episode of  Back to Life , Danny Bader welcomes Eran Magen, Ph. D., a clinical professor at Yale School of Medicine, dedicated to trainee wellness and suicide prevention. Eran shares insights from his groundbreaking work in psychology and education, blending cutting-edge research with a deep commitment to em...

In the latest episode of Back to Life , Danny Bader sits down with Bill Hoyt, a man whose strength and spirit truly embody what it means to live fully. Danny met Billy years ago during a workshop at Bill's company, but today's conversation takes on new meaning. Three and a half years ago, Bill was diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer. Just a few months ago, he was given 18-24 months to live. But...

In this episode of Back to Life , host Danny Bader sits down with educator, author, and coach Patty McLain to explore strategies for overcoming personal and professional challenges. Patty shares her journey from high school teacher to trauma-informed practitioner, offering insights into building sustainable well-being through healthy relationships, social-emotional learning (SEL), and resilience....

Are you ready to challenge your limits and transform your personal and professional growth? In this episode of Back to Life, I sit down with Dr. Carrie Rose, CEO of Ofcourse, to dive into powerful strategies that can elevate your life and business. Dr. Rose reveals methods, grounded in over 500 research studies, that meet learners where they are, spark their passions, and stretch their thinking to...

Do you have a playbook? Do you have a resource that guides your thoughts, emotions, and, ultimately, your actions…and how do you show up in the world? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with my friend, actress Stephanie Szostak. She shares insights from her life and her book Self!sh and introduces the app she has built to help you create focus, fulfillment, and resilience for a more fulf...

🔥 Ready to unlock your leadership potential? 🔥 Season 4 of the Back to Life podcast kicks off with an inspiring episode featuring my dear friend and fabulous leader and human being, Louise Bang, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer for Marriott International in the Caribbean and Latin America. Join us as we dive deep into topics of leadership, resilience, growth, and practical tools for navigating th...

Brant Menswar is the CEO and founder of Black Sheep Foundry LLC, a boutique leadership development agency that teaches people and organizations how to cultivate values-based leadership through his acclaimed book Black Sheep: Unleash the Extraordinary, Awe-Inspiring, Undiscovered You. He has been called "America's Personal Development Coach" having appeared on ABC, NBC, CBS and FOX and has worked w...

For this episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny talks with Aaron Salko. Aaron is the founder and Creator of The 9th Stratum and is a Sales Management Professional with the innovative solutions-based company Stephen Gould. Salko has a demonstrated history of talent development, innovation, creativity, and organizational growth. For more than two decades, he has focused on human performance in b...

Ever wondered how top athletes and brands break through mental barriers to achieve extraordinary results? Join us in the latest episode of the Back to Life podcast as we dive into the world of mental toughness with the incredible Dr. Haley Perlus! In this episode, we explore Haley's journey working with world-renowned athletes, brands, and fitness experts. Discover the personalized approach she ta...

Ever wondered about the secrets behind manifesting your dreams and embracing personal development? On the newest episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny talks with New York Times Best-selling author, Hale Dwoskin. With over three decades of expertise, Hale is a pioneer in personal development, renowned for his work with the Sedona Method. Curious about the power of "letting go" and the Law of A...

For this episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny talks with Prelude Solutions' CEO and Founder Cate Heaman. Cate founded Prelude in July, 2005 as a telecommunication auditing company. In the early years, the auditing grew to project management and managing RFP's for telecom services and systems. In 2008, the entity expanded services to telecom system hardware and software and quickly become the...

For this episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny sat down to talk with Michael Baclawski, a dedicated wellness and fitness educator with an extensive career spanning two decades. He currently serves as an educator at Catasauqua High School, where he has passionately guided students toward healthier lifestyles and personal growth throughout his career. Beyond his role as an educator, Michael has...

In today's fast-paced world, it can be tough to remember to be still. Our guest on this episode of the Back to Life podcast helps people do just that. Michaiel Patrick Bovens is an inspirational wellness teacher, meditation expert, healer, mindfulness facilitator (MBSR), hypnotherapist and metaphysician. He helps busy professionals quickly transform their stress into strength and their struggle in...

For this episode, Danny sat down to talk with successful entrepreneur and business owner, Terrill Vidale. Terrill Vidale's life began in humble circumstances, born in Charlotte, NC, to parents from Trinidad and Tobago. For the first 12 years of his life, Terrill lived in Trinidad. After his parents' divorce, he and his siblings moved in with their mother, who was a full-time college student and un...

For this episode, Danny talks with keynote speaker Damon West.  Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker and  Wall Street Journal  best-selling author of  The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change , which  Forbes'  listed in the "Top Twenty Books You Need to Read to Crush 2020." His autobiography,  The Change Agent: How a For...