Elsplend Realities

What if the secret to building lasting wealth isn't chasing the biggest opportunities—but making the most disciplined decisions? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Christian Osgood—multifamily investor, educator, and founder of Brazos Asset Management—to explore why sustainable success is built on strong fundamentals rather than short-term excitement. Having built a real estate...

What if burnout isn't a sign that you've failed—but an invitation to build a life that finally feels like your own? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Ibeth Ayala—innovation coach, life design expert, and international bestselling author of No Risk, No Fun and From the Ground Up—to explore how burnout can become the catalyst for reinvention, creativity, and purposeful change. A...

Why do so many great strategies fail? It's rarely because the vision is wrong. More often, the challenge lies in execution—in navigating uncertainty, aligning people, and making difficult decisions when the path forward isn't perfectly clear. In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Jeff Niebuhr, a transformation leader who has spent his career guiding large, complex organizations th...

Trauma can change the way we think, feel, and experience the world—but it doesn't have to define the rest of our lives. In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Dr. Christal Badour, licensed clinical psychologist, trauma researcher, and founder of Science for Survivors, to explore the science behind trauma, the path to recovery, and the hope that healing is possible. Drawing on decad...

Can artificial intelligence help us heal—or does healing require something only human connection can provide? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Jeremy G. Schneider—Licensed Master Social Worker, Marriage & Family Therapist, former Chief Technology Officer, and founder of Build On Your Strengths—to explore the evolving relationship between technology, trauma recovery, and menta...

How many great ideas never become books because someone keeps waiting for the "right time"? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Jill Clair, co-founder of Erin Marie Books, to explore what it really takes to transform an idea into a published book that creates impact, builds credibility, and opens new opportunities. Having helped more than 100 entrepreneurs, coaches, and consulta...

What if the hardest part of changing your relationship with food isn't what you eat—but what you're carrying inside? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Jane McGuinness—Registered Clinical Counsellor, author, and speaker—to explore the emotional journey behind lasting healing, body acceptance, and self-compassion. Drawing from both her professional experience and her deeply pers...

What if the stories you're meant to tell have been calling you long before you realized they were yours? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Leisa Coffman—writer, director, filmmaker, singer-songwriter, and founder of the Luna Lumen Film Festival—to explore the profound connection between creativity, heritage, and purpose. For Leisa, storytelling is more than a profession. It's...

What do you do when the life you've always known no longer feels like the life you're meant to live? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Patty Bear—retired airline captain, author, and creator of the Wayfinding approach—to explore how we navigate life's biggest transitions when there are no clear answers and no familiar roadmap. Drawing from years of making critical decisions in...

What if the greatest challenge in leadership isn't managing people—but understanding your own mind? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Martin Palethorpe, transformational leadership coach, retreat facilitator, and executive mentor, to explore why authentic leadership begins with inner clarity rather than external control. After decades in corporate technology, entrepreneurship,...

What can waiting tables teach us about people, purpose, and ourselves? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Yasemin Kamci—host of the Bitter Waitress podcast—to uncover the surprising life lessons hidden behind restaurant tables, customer interactions, and the often unseen emotional labor of service work. After beginning her career in engineering and software, Yasemin discovered...

What if employee benefits were more than a business expense? What if they became one of the most powerful ways to care for the people carrying your mission forward? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Jacob Guidi—Account Director at Thrive Benefits Group, educator, musician, and nonprofit benefits strategist—to explore how thoughtful employee benefits can improve retention, stre...

The greatest battles you'll ever fight aren't always visible. In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Shayne Hammond—Certified Hypnotherapist, Advanced RTT Practitioner, former professional boxer, and author of Taking Control—to explore how lasting transformation begins in the mind. Drawing from his own journey through victories, setbacks, business challenges, and personal growth, S...

What if the biggest obstacle to growth isn't a lack of effort—but the systems you've built? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Dylan Bost, founder of Sunny HQ, to explore what happens when success starts to feel exhausting and why sustainable growth begins with alignment rather than urgency. After spending more than a decade running a successful creative agency, Dylan realized...

Can music become a path to awakening? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Clementine Moss—drummer, singer-songwriter, spiritual counselor, author, and founding drummer of Zepparella—to explore the profound connection between creativity and consciousness. Drawing from her memoir, From Bonham to Buddha and Back: The Slow Enlightenment of the Hard Rock Drummer, Clementine shares ho...

What if your most meaningful chapter begins after everyone expects your story to be settled? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, I sit down with Sima Azadegan, founder of Sima Collezione, whose remarkable journey proves that purpose isn't limited by age, timing, or circumstance. After decades of living through responsibility, expectations, and personal challenges, Sima launched her fashion bran...

Reinvention is rarely about becoming someone new—it's about having the courage to become more fully yourself. In this episode of Elsplend Realities, we welcome Ana Denis, communications trainer and author, for a thoughtful conversation about navigating life's transitions with clarity, confidence, and authenticity. Whether you're changing careers, redefining your purpose, or simply feeling that you...

Why do some relationships leave us questioning our own thoughts, feelings, and reality? In this deeply reflective episode of Elsplend Realities, we welcome Carine Van Hee—artist, author, and speaker—to explore the subtle yet profound impact of emotional manipulation and toxic relationship dynamics. Drawing from her lived experience and the insights behind her book, Is It Me? The Hidden System Behi...

Why do so many high achievers reach their goals yet still feel like everything could fall apart? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Natalie Bouchard—TEDx speaker, former world-class competitive athlete, and founder of Harmonize With Life—to explore the difference between chasing success and creating a life that can truly sustain it. Natalie challenges the belief that more effo...

Sustainability is often reduced to a marketing slogan—but what does it actually look like in the day-to-day decisions of running a business? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Stephanie Gross, founder of Bumby, to explore the realities of ethical manufacturing, sustainable entrepreneurship, and building a business that reflects your values without compromising on quality or lo...

As businesses grow, so does complexity. What begins as separate decisions about taxes, investments, legal matters, and risk management can quickly become an interconnected web where one choice impacts another. In this episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Dale Montgomery, Director of Advanced Planning at TRS Family Office and author of The Virtual Family Office Advantage, to explore why...

What if challenging behavior isn't a sign of defiance—but a sign that a child is missing a skill they haven't yet learned? In this episode of Elsplend Realities, we welcome Dr. Beth Long—Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), founder of Works of Wonder Therapy, and author of Beyond Words: The Art of Effectively Communicating with Your Children. With more th...

The journey to parenthood is rarely just a physical one. It is a deeply personal experience shaped by hope, uncertainty, resilience, and the relationship we have with our own bodies. In this episode of Elsplend Realities, we welcome Aimee Raupp—East–West fertility expert, licensed acupuncturist, fertility coach, and bestselling author—for a compassionate conversation about the many dimensions of f...

Great leaders aren't defined by having all the answers—they're defined by the clarity with which they navigate uncertainty. In this episode of Elsplend Realities, we welcome Alicia Rius, former co-founder and COO, ICF-certified leadership coach, and author of Lead With Clarity: How New Managers Turn Confusion into Confident Leadership. Drawing on more than two decades of leading international and...

Every business encounters moments when growth stalls, cash flow tightens, or systems begin to break under pressure. The real challenge isn't simply identifying what's wrong—it's having the clarity and discipline to fix it. In this episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Jay David, turnaround executive, founder of Do Business Better, and author of Turnaround Revelations. With more than thre...