Counterfeit Emotions Podcast with Curtis Morley

This episode of the Counterfeit Emotions Podcast features entrepreneur and author Richie Norton, who shares unconventional insights on time management, procrastination, identity, and purpose. Richie challenges traditional productivity norms by introducing concepts like “anti-time management” and “starting something stupid”—encouraging people to act on intuitive ideas rather than overthink or delay...

In this profound conversation, Curtis Morley welcomes self-love researcher and positive psychology expert Katy Sine to explore one of humanity's most misunderstood concepts: self-love. The discussion begins with an overview of positive psychology—the science of human flourishing—and quickly expands into deeper questions about connection, attachment, vulnerability, love, and meaning. Katy expla...

This episode of Counterfeit Emotions features Curtis Morley interviewing Jodi Orgill Brown, a speaker and author who shares her deeply personal journey through life-altering health challenges. Jodi went from living a “white picket fence” life—thriving in family, career, and service—to facing a devastating brain tumor diagnosis that led to multiple surgeries, long-term complications, and a complete...

In this deeply emotional episode of the Counterfeit Emotions Podcast , host Curtis Morley sits down with Dalton to discuss addiction, grief, shame, and ultimately, hope and healing. Dalton shares his devastating journey through alcoholism, rooted in unresolved pain, trauma, and loss. After losing his father to cancer at 17, Dalton struggled with deep emotional wounds that eventually led to severe...

This episode explores the concept of emotional frequency, sensitivity, and transformation , featuring Kristin Mackey. The conversation blends science, spirituality, and emotional intelligence to explain how emotions operate as energy and how individuals can better process and elevate them. A major focus is on reframing sensitivity as a strength , not a weakness, and learning how to manage emotiona...

This episode features Olympic gold medalist Peter Vidmar , who shares powerful insights on the difference between excellence and perfectionism, the role of failure in growth, and the mindset required to perform at the highest level. Peter reflects on his journey from a young gymnast inspired by his coach to becoming an Olympic champion. He emphasizes the importance of vision, disciplined preparati...

This episode features Curtis Morley interviewing Mike Draper, a social media creator and self-described “girl dad,” about parenting, identity, and emotional authenticity. The conversation blends fatherhood insights with deeper psychological themes—especially around counterfeit vs. authentic emotions. Mike shares his journey from military service and law enforcement to building a large social media...

This episode of  Counterfeit Emotions  features Curtis Morley and guest Kyle Reyes discussing how to foster unity in an increasingly divided world. The conversation centers on  seeing people beyond surface-level differences  and understanding their humanity through deeper context and connection. Kyle shares his personal journey growing up in a multicultural household and how mentorship, education,...

This episode features Curtis Morley interviewing Dallin Harmon about the deep inner journey from  driven success to aligned living . Dallin shares how growing up in financial hardship shaped his intense work ethic and entrepreneurial drive. While this led to business success—including startups and leadership roles—it also created an imbalance where his identity became tied to achievement. A pivota...

This episode of the Counterfeit Emotions podcast focuses on suicide prevention, mental health awareness, and the power of human connection. Curtis is joined by Brandy Vega and Adam Fisher, founders of Promise to Live, who share deeply personal stories—including nearly losing their daughter to suicide—and how that experience led them to create a movement centered on making a simple but powerful pro...

This episode features Curtis interviewing Andrea Beckstrom, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and medical director at Label Mind. The conversation explores anxiety from both a clinical and personal perspective, with Andrea sharing her own journey through anxiety, perfectionism, and an eating disorder that developed in her youth. They unpack how anxiety functions as a protective mechan...

In this episode of the Counterfeit Emotions Podcast, host Curtis Morley welcomes therapist Michael Anderson to explore the nature of love, emotional awareness, and personal healing. The conversation dives into how many emotions people experience are actually counterfeit emotions—protective reactions that mask deeper, authentic feelings. Michael shares insights from his work in therapy, particularl...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, host  Curtis Morley  sits down with motivational speaker and author  Jeff Griffin  for a raw conversation about resilience, identity, and choosing purpose over self-pity. Jeff shares his journey from growing up in Cache Valley with dreams of playing college football, to facing devastating setbacks—including quitting football under pressure and later be...

In this episode of  Counterfeit Emotions , host Curtis Morley sits down with lifelong friend and financial advisor Jesse Sitterud to explore the difference between living as a  victim , a  victor , and ultimately a  vessel . What begins as nostalgic storytelling about their small-town upbringing in Ferron, Utah, quickly turns into a deeply emotional and transformative conversation about pain, purp...

In this episode of  The Counterfeit Emotions Podcast , host Curtis Morley sits down with therapist, advocate, and podcaster  Kylee Shields  for a deep, emotionally rich conversation about  vulnerability, authenticity, shame, and belonging . Kylee shares her nonlinear journey into therapy — from creative writing and AmeriCorps to wilderness therapy and ultimately becoming a clinical director workin...

In this deeply moving episode of the Counterfeit Emotions Podcast , host Curtis Morley sits down with DaSheek Akwenye , whose life journey spans apartheid-era Namibia, collegiate athletics in the U.S., and leadership in higher education. DaSheek shares his experience growing up under apartheid, witnessing systemic racism and dehumanization firsthand, and how his mother’s unwavering faith, hope, an...

In this deeply compassionate and hopeful conversation, Curtis Morley interviews Clay Olsen , co-founder of Fight the New Drug , about the realities of pornography consumption, its neurological and societal impacts, and—most importantly—the path to genuine recovery. Clay shares the origin story of his work, including early research, cultural shifts fueled by technology, and the growth of shame-free...

In this heartfelt and deeply vulnerable episode, Curtis Morley sits down with mental health advocate, author, and co-host of Dad Bods & Beards , Tyson Allred. Together they explore Tyson’s transformational journey—from struggling with depression, self-worth, financial pressure, and identity as a husband and father to discovering hope, healing, and purpose through vulnerability and community. T...

Colby Bauer, co-founder of Thread and creator of the nonprofit Carry On, joins Curtis Morley to share a deeply personal and powerful journey of entrepreneurship, identity, trauma, faith, and healing. The episode begins with Colby’s early spark for entrepreneurship at age 14, which later evolves into the creation of Thread—an innovative wallet company built from a mix of creativity, action-sports i...

This episode of Counterfeited Emotions features a powerful conversation between Curtis Morley and guest Jill Schulman , former Marine, leadership expert, and author of The Bravery Effect . Together, they explore how fear silently shapes our decisions, how bravery is built like a muscle, and why discomfort is essential for growth. Jill shares her personal journey—from struggling through Marine Corp...

In this deeply inspiring episode, Emotionologist Curtis Morley sits down with Jenn Drummond , an entrepreneur, mother of seven, and the first woman to climb the Seven Second Summits —the second-highest peaks on every continent, a task most mountaineers consider more difficult than summitting the Seven Summits, which are well-tracked and commonly navigated. Jenn shares how a near-fatal car accident...

Who better to discuss stewardship and ownership with Emotionologist, Curtis Morley, than one of the industry’s leading estate planners? Listen in as David shares a life-changing experience he had with Gail Miller, former owner(steward) of the Utah Jazz. Curtis and David go deep on how the things we think we own end up owning us. The principles of stewardship tap into the truth that everything can...

The ChatGPT Announcement Just Opened Up More Counterfeits of Love.  In a world obsessed with instant pleasure, emotional numbness, and digital fantasy, this episode cuts through the noise to reveal the truth about love, intimacy, and connection. Emotionologist, Curtis J. Morley, bestselling author, and creator of Counterfeit Emotions , sits down with Dr. Chelom Leavitt , a renowned BYU researcher...

Emotionologist, Curtis Morley, discusses one of the most powerful forces in the universe - Hope. Expectation Find out how hope can move mountains and how expectation is the sneaky counterfeit emotion that leads to disappointment. Hope creates a beautiful future full of what “could” be. Expectation creates an attachment to what “should” be. Learn the three elements of Hope Belief in a bright future...

This episode features a deep conversation between Curtis Morley and Chip Hopper, a ghostwriter and thinker who has read over 1,500 books and worked with some of the world’s leading authors. Together, they explore the power of emotions, perception, truth, and authenticity. The discussion moves from the role of pain and growth to how love, kindness, jealousy, and truth shape human relationships. The...