Don't Tell Me What To Do

In this episode, I sit down with Adair Curtis to discuss work, the rules of design, partnership, family, as well as the dynamics of working with a spouse. We talked about what it's like to work alongside your spouse, how to build a home (and a life) where everything has a purpose, and what it really means to let cameras into your most intimate moments. Adair opens up about the emotional weight of...

The conversation with Dr. Kirsten Lyke covers her remarkable journey from childhood dreams to becoming a leading vaccinologist. It explores the themes of resilience, following one's passion, and the science behind mRNA vaccines. The conversation covers the understanding of vaccines and the misconceptions surrounding them, the impact of lockdown and vaccine efficacy, the mix and match study and its...

This is a special live recording of Nancy and the Everdare Advisor crew at Social Media Breakfast in Minneapolis, MN, on the morning of May 22, 2026. The conversation delves into the questioning of established rules, the impact of AI on work, the need for intervention in organizations, the challenge of established rules, the amplification of broken systems, and the importance of addressing burnout...

The conversation explores how hustle culture and capitalism have completely distorted our relationship with sleep. It also talks about why being exhausted shouldn’t be treated like a personality trait or status symbol. The conversation covers everything from historical sleep patterns and relationship sleep myths to sleep procrastination, sleep disorders, fertility, and why so many people still kno...

The conversation explores the journey of Alexis Kantor, her strategic leadership, and the internal struggles she faced at Target. The conversation covers the decision to leave, corporate values and leadership, fostering LGBTQ+ homelessness, building Virtu AI, and challenging the rules. Takeaways Authenticity and self-trust are powerful drivers of strategic leadership. Strategic influence and decis...

The conversation delves into Anila's journey with trichotillomania, a body-focused repetitive behavior, and the intersection of cultural expectations and self-image. Anila's courage and resilience are highlighted, along with the importance of awareness in addressing BFRBs and breaking the shame cycle. The conversation delves into the importance of awareness in behavior change, the methodology of l...

The inaugural episode of 'Don't Tell Me What To Do' features Larissa Loden, the founder of Larissa Loden Jewelry. The conversation explores themes of autonomy, rebellion, and resilience in the context of entrepreneurship and personal growth. Larissa's journey as an entrepreneur and a mother sheds light on the challenges of balancing work and family, as well as the pressure to conform to traditiona...

Don’t Tell Me What to Do is a bold, thought-provoking podcast about power, systems, and the invisible rules shaping how we work and live. This isn’t another business podcast or self-help playbook. It’s a cultural interrogation of authority, conformity, and the structures we rarely question. In this trailer, you’ll get a preview of what’s ahead: sharp conversations, candid insights, and honest refl...