Elsplend Realities

What if losing your job became the catalyst for discovering your life's greatest purpose? In this inspiring episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with entrepreneur, social impact leader, and author Merry Korn, whose journey proves that life's most painful detours can lead to extraordinary destinations. After being unexpectedly fired from a position she believed would carry her into retirement...

What if the most powerful chapter of your life begins after everything falls apart? In this deeply moving episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Hilary Powers—former child actress, recovery mentor, speaker, and author—to explore a remarkable journey of healing, self-discovery, and transformation. Best known as the voice of Sally Brown in the beloved Peanuts cartoons, Hilary's greatest rol...

What if discovering your purpose isn't about chasing success, but about cultivating the right fruit within? In this uplifting episode of Elsplend Realities, we welcome award-winning author, illustrator, speaker, and publisher Dawn Stephens, whose life’s work centers on helping people—both young and old—understand their identity, purpose, and calling through the lens of the fruit of the Spirit. Kno...

What happens when the pain of your past follows you into your present—and how do you find the courage to let it go? In this deeply personal episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Noah May, host of The Lethal Venom podcast and a journalism graduate from Auburn University, to explore a journey marked by mental health struggles, emotional wounds, self-discovery, and healing. Noah opens up ab...

What if the pain you've carried for years is no longer yours to hold? In this heartfelt episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Katharine Giovanni—three-time award-winning bestselling author, international speaker, and forgiveness expert—to explore the transformative journey of emotional healing, self-awareness, and letting go of the past. Together, we unpack why unresolved hurt can quietl...

What if the health of a nation begins with the healing of its people? In this deeply reflective episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Phyllis E. Leavitt, a psychotherapist with over 34 years of experience working with children, families, couples, and individuals. She is the author of America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis, where she explores the pow...

What if the biggest barrier to success isn’t lack of skill—but misunderstanding what people actually need? In this insightful episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Bill Shander, an author, educator, keynote speaker, and information designer with over 30 years of experience helping individuals and organizations turn complexity into clarity. His work has reached millions through LinkedIn L...

What if productivity wasn’t about doing more—but about doing what matters with more clarity, energy, and intention? In this empowering episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Kristen Edwards, a leading productivity strategist and host of the Ambitious Time Management Podcast. With a background in talent management and years of experience supporting high-achieving working mothers, Kristen h...

What if changing the world didn’t begin with a grand plan, but with a simple act of kindness? In this heartwarming episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Nicholas Adkins, founder of the global Pinksocks Life movement and author of PINKSOCKS: How a Pair of Socks Became a Symbol of Love and Connection. What began as a simple gesture has grown into a worldwide community of hundreds of thousa...

What if burnout isn’t a sign that you’ve failed—but a signal that something needs attention? In this thought-provoking episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Glen Lubbert, co-founder and CEO of Stamina Lab, performance and recovery coach, mindfulness teacher, and entrepreneur. Drawing from his own experience navigating burnout while leading a multimillion-dollar health company, Glen offer...

In a world that has never been more connected digitally, many people still feel disconnected personally. What if the key to greater fulfillment, opportunity, and positive change lies not in networking harder, but in connecting more intentionally? In this inspiring episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with David Homan—CEO and Founder of Orchestrated Connecting, entrepreneur, advisor, classica...

What happens when food becomes more than nourishment—when it becomes comfort, escape, control, or a source of shame? And what does it take to break free from those patterns and build a healthier relationship with yourself? In this deeply honest episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Ronni Robinson—author, Certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach, mother, and three-time Ironman—to discuss...

What if aging wasn’t something to fear, but something to prepare for with intention, confidence, and care? In this insightful episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Carlos Reyes, veteran wellness coach and certified personal trainer with more than 35 years of experience helping people stay active, healthy, and independent through every stage of life. From individuals recovering from injur...

What if better health isn’t about working harder—but working smarter with the unique way your brain and body are wired? In this fascinating episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with PJ Glassey, fitness innovator, biohacker, author, and founder of X Gym. With nearly four decades of experience in personal training, exercise science, nutrition, and brain-based performance, PJ has dedicated his...

What if the key to lasting success isn’t doing more—but doing less, more intentionally? In this empowering episode of Elsplend Realities, we welcome Dr. Christiane Schroeter—TEDx speaker, professor of entrepreneurship and innovation, bestselling author, top-ranked podcaster, and creator of the Petite Practice™️ framework. With a unique blend of academic insight and real-world experience, Christian...

What happens when creativity and mental health collide? How do we continue creating when the very mind that fuels our imagination is also carrying anxiety, depression, self-doubt, or emotional exhaustion? In this deeply honest episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Rich Wright—artist, designer, creative director, coach, and host of the Artist Recovery Podcast. With more than three decades...

Some stories are not just about surviving hardship—they are about discovering the strength to rebuild when everything familiar has been shaken. In this deeply moving episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Julie Barth, writer, advocate, nonprofit founder, and author of Notes from a Blackberry. Julie shares her extraordinary journey through grief, caregiving, motherhood, trauma, and recover...

What happens when the role that defined you no longer fits? How do we lead, grow, and stay emotionally alive through career shifts, workplace challenges, and the transitions that inevitably reshape our lives? In this insightful episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with Kevin Lewis—Organization Development Consultant, executive coach, speaker, and bestselling author of Teams, Tools & Trials....

On this episode of Elsplend Realities, we open a doorway into a wider way of seeing—one that moves beyond familiar narratives of identity, purpose, and human centrality. Joined by author, priest, and public theologian Kawuki Mukasa, we explore the deep questions that sit at the edge of science, spirituality, and imagination. Drawing from his book Cosmic Disposition: Reclaiming the Mystery of Being...

What does it truly mean to be a strong man in today’s world? Is it about carrying every burden alone, staying in control, and never showing weakness—or is there a healthier path? In this insightful episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit down with men’s coach Alexandru Vincze to explore the emotional realities many husbands and fathers silently navigate. From burnout and emotional shutdown to nervou...

In this deeply insightful episode of Elsplend Realties, we explore the power of self-awareness, personality understanding, and emotional intelligence in shaping healthier relationships and a more authentic life. Our guest, Marita Littauer Tedder—bestselling author of Wired That Way, speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of “Living Your Best Life 60 Plus”—has spent over 30 years helping people underst...

In this episode of Elsplend Realties, we dive into the deeper side of transformation—beyond diets, discipline, and short-term fixes—into the mindset shifts that create lasting change. Our guest, Richard Trillion Mantey, author of You Will Keep Struggling to Lose Weight Until You Try This Four-Step Method of Losing Weight, shares his personal journey of losing over 60 pounds and rebuilding his conf...

In this uplifting episode of Elsplend Realties, we explore what it truly means to live boldly, stay present, and embrace life with curiosity instead of hesitation. Our guest, Jim Hauck of JPHauck Adventures and host of Life in the Baggage Claim, shares his journey from IT into a life built around travel, storytelling, and intentional living. Jim opens up about the mindset shifts that helped him st...

In this powerful episode of Elsplend Realties, we step into the deeper layers of emotional healing — the kind that goes beyond surface-level coping and into the roots of anxiety, suppression, and self-understanding. Our guest, The Autistic Hypnotist (Lawrence Bartley), shares his personal journey through anxiety, his experience with traditional therapy, and how hypnosis became a transformative too...

In this episode of Elsplend Realities, we step into the world of peak performance and operational excellence to explore what it truly takes to build success that lasts. Beyond motivation and short-term productivity, this conversation focuses on the systems, clarity, and emotional intelligence required to sustain high performance in individuals, teams, and organizations. Our guest, George Pesansky—...