Design Review - podcast for Engineering Your Life

Podcast Season 2, Episode 7 - with Melanie Bates - 06/30/2026 Melanie Bates came onto the podcast to talk about writing.  That was our plan. Instead, we ended up talking about grief, belonging, shadow work, recovery, criticism, creativity, and what happens when life finally becomes too painful to keep living from the outside in. For more than a decade, Melanie helped authors write bestselling book...

I met Kelli Boyden in the weird corner of LinkedIn and knew within five minutes I needed to have her on the show. Kelli spent 25 years as an attorney fighting for people being pushed out of their homes and denied insurance coverage by systems that were never designed to let them in. Then she walked away, went to Cornell, got an MS in pharmaceutical science, and built something entirely new. In thi...

Podcast Season 2, Episode 5 - with Amber Hubert - 4/14/2026 I met Ambra Hubert because she put out an idea in the Weird LinkedIn community. A spontaneous, creative, truly wonderful idea to publish a Zine for and about and BY the community. I had no idea what a "Zine" was - I had never even seen one! But Ambra was so warm and generous and enthusiastic, and the contributions poured in. At...

Podcast Season 2, Episode 4 - with Jason Koster - 2/27/2026 Jason Koster is a friend I've known for many years. We used to hike and backpack all over Arizona. He joined me for more stretches of the Arizona Trail than anyone else. And when I decided to gear up for a 23-day traverse of the John Muir Trail in the Sierra Nevada mountains, Jason said yes to joining me, lugging a high resolution ca...

Podcast Season 2, Episode 3 - with Darren Lyons - 2/11/2026 I’m really glad to welcome Darren Lyons back to Design Review. And I knew when we started talking again that this conversation was going to go somewhere good. Darren and I met through our Jungian life coaching program at CreativeMind University - where we got to know each other deeply, coached each other, and discovered just how much our...

Podcast Season 2, Episode 2 - with Tim Perreira - 1/21/2026 This is the second half of one of the most powerful conversations I’ve had so far on Design Review. You may find that this part will land more clearly if you listen to part one first, but please listen/watch in the order that works for you! Tim Perreira’s story - from origin through depression, rock bottom, and reset to walking across Ame...

Podcast Season 2, Episode 2 - with Tim Perreira - 1/21/2026 I met Tim on LinkedIn almost two years ago. He shared openly - about his work with men, his own struggles, and about a vulnerability that few people show. And something in me knew I needed to meet him. Then I found out he was walking across America. Not just walking, but walking the entire distance without listening to music or podcasts....

In this episode, Robert Haines interviews Bernadette Fah, who discusses her innovative concept of the 'Maximum Viable Person' and how it relates to personal growth and mental health. Bernadette shares her journey with neurodivergence and how it inspired her to create an AI Chief of Staff that helps individuals manage their tasks and mental well-being. The conversation emphasizes the impo...

In this episode of Design Review, Robert Haines and Sara Shahmohammad explore the complexities of life experiences, personal transformations, and the impact of change on relationships. They discuss how life's challenges can lead to profound insights and growth, as well as the emotional reactions that accompany significant life changes such as immigration. The conversation delves into the natu...

In this episode of Design Review Podcast, Robert Haines and Michael Sutherland engage in a deep conversation about self-discovery, creativity, and the importance of community. Michael shares his journey after being laid off, emphasizing the need to embrace discomfort and growth. They discuss the power of storytelling in connecting with others and the significance of authenticity in personal and pr...

In this episode of the Design Review podcast, Robert Haines speaks with Zachary Byrd about his coaching practice, Kykeon Coaching, and the Tesseract model he developed for self-discovery and personal growth. Zach shares his journey of transformation, the importance of spirituality and relationships, and how the Tesseract model serves as a tool for assessing one's aliveness. The conversation d...

In this episode of the Design Review podcast, host Robert Haines speaks with Dani Maldonado, a social media expert and entrepreneur. Dani shares his journey into social media management, the launch of his new project, Your Social Media Academy, and the importance of authenticity in online interactions. He discusses the challenges faced by individuals in today's economy and the need for access...

Podcast Season 2, Episode 1 - with Sara Berry - 1/7/2026 I met Sara Berry in the most fitting way possible - right in the middle of her own becoming. She was deep into her 100-post challenge, showing up on her very first livestream with our mutual friend Steven Rockwood. Steven was the first person to ever bring me onto a podcast, and the two of them together had this energy I fell in love with im...

In this episode of Design Review, Robert Haines sits down with Holly Pyle - jazz looping vocalist, vocal coach, and mindset coach - for a deeply honest conversation about voice, vulnerability, and authenticity. Holly shares her journey from perfectionism and self-pressure to a way of singing and living rooted in presence, permission, and emotional integrity. Together, they explore the difference b...

Podcast episode – with April K. Mills, founder of Engine-for-Change I met April after a suggestion and introduction from my friend and colleague, Hilbert Robinson, when we were discussing organizational transformation. When Hilbert recommends that I meet someone, I know I need to connect—and that was absolutely true about April! In this episode, I sit down with April, a nuclear engineer turned cha...

Podcast episode #16 – with Rev. Lezli Goodwin In this conversation, I sit down with my spiritual mentor, Rev. Lezli Goodwin, to explore what it truly means to grow conscious, courageous spiritual leaders. We covered a lot of ground, but three themes rose to the surface: •⁠  ⁠What is “good enough?” — letting go of perfectionism and embracing the spiritual freedom of allowing what is. •⁠  ⁠Coaching...

Podcast episode #15 – with Cat O’Shaughnessy I’ve long been a fan of Cat’s posts—her vulnerable shares, her commitment to psychologically safe and equitable workplaces, and the blend of extraordinary wit and compassion she brings to every conversation. She is one of the most articulate and authentic creators on LinkedIn, and I’m honored to have her on Design Review. From very different backgrounds...

I first met Astor in the LinkedIn coaching community and was quite impressed with her take on supporting innovation, a particular passion of mine. Her posts and comments resonated with me equally from their technical depth as well as their uplifting message.  To be honest, I also wanted to connect because we both identified as nerds while growing up, in all that that entails. Astor brings decades...

In this episode, Robert Haines sits down with Ian Mai, the founder of “ADHD Wired for More," an ADHD-informed coaching business. Ian shares his transformative journey, discussing how he overcame challenges with ADHD and numbing behaviors to develop a coaching philosophy that empowers others. Tune in to explore insights on managing ADHD, the importance of serving others, and the power of focus...

Podcast episode #12 – with Christopher Parsons, founder of The Silent CEO I first noticed Christopher here on LinkedIn—he wasn’t the loudest voice in the feed, but whenever he commented or reacted, his words carried real weight. Curious, I reached out, and our first exchange about silence resonated deeply with both my meditation practice and my appreciation for sacred stillness. In this episode, C...

In this episode of "Design Review," host Robert Haines welcomes Darren Lyons, a life coach with a transformative journey from addiction recovery to founding Lyons Life Coaching LLC.  Robert shares how he met Darren during their Jungian Life Coach training at CreativeMind University, where Darren's approach and lessons deeply resonated with him. Darren shares his personal story of ov...

Join us in Episode 10 of Design Review as Robert Haines welcomes Tanya Roberts, a passionate advocate for neurodivergence.  Dive into Tanya's journey from struggling with traditional meditation to creating a unique mindfulness practice tailored for autistic and ADHD individuals. Discover how Tanya's innovative approach blends movement, fidgeting, and sensory play to help others find thei...

In this episode, we sit down with Chelsea Linge, co-founder of Becoming the Bridge, to discuss the transformative power of community and personal growth. Chelsea shares her journey from a career in sales to finding her true calling in the personal development space. Discover how embracing vulnerability and surrendering to life's flow can lead to profound breakthroughs and a more aligned, fulf...

In this engaging episode, we sit down with Stephanie Scheller, champion of the viral hit Spud the Frozen Potato and founder of ADHD i-OS. Stephanie shares her journey of creating content that resonates with the ADHD community and beyond. We delve into her innovative approach to event production, designed to harness the unique strengths of neurodivergent individuals. We also talk about identity, cr...

In this captivating episode of the Design Review podcast, host Robert Haines sits down with Alix Erie to explore the profound personal journeys in consciousness. From Alix's experiences in particle physics and yoga ashrams to Robert's transformation through engineering and spirituality, they delve into the intersection of science, spirituality, and personal growth. Discover how their uni...