Happy, Not Satisfied

And we're back! The Happy, Not Satisfied podcast was on a brief (not so brief) hiatus. A few months ago, we were convinced we needed to move. What started as a search for a different house eventually became a much deeper lesson about stress, perspective, and the hidden cost of constantly trying to optimize our lives. In this episode, Ellie and I unpack the experience of putting our home on the...

Dan and Ellie Morrison unpack the moments when we don’t feel ready, motivated, or confident—and why those are the moments that matter most. From creative ruts to personal roadblocks, they explore how doing it anyway isn’t just an act of discipline—it’s a rebellion against fear, perfectionism, and playing small.

HNS Founder Dan Morrison was denied admission to every business school he applied to, including the one he ultimately attended. Hear his story of how he became UNDENIED! www.happynotsatisfied.com HNS Instagram

Lorenzo Gomez III is a community builder, author, and public speaker who draws from his personal and professional experiences to inspire others. A former director at Rackspace Technology, Gomez is a key player in the development of San Antonio’s downtown entrepreneurial ecosystem. He is currently a Partner at Confluence Capital, a commercial real estate firm focused on developing micro-districts i...

Michael Phelps is considered by many to be the greatest athlete of all time. Yet, he has been open about his struggles with happiness and mental health. Join us as we discuss how achievements, winning, and accomplishing goals cannot provide sustainable and ever-lasting joy. Checking items off a list is great, but it's not enough.

An anniversary party that’s a little too far away, a workout that calls for max effort, a work opportunity that doesn’t pay well but could provide future opportunities…do we avoid these things because they’re actually wrong for us, or because on some level they just scare us? Dan and Ellie dive into the value of going outside your comfort zone to create opportunities and build meaningful relations...

Can you think of someone whose identity is defined by negativity? You know what you are going to get when you ask a question, make a comment, or even try to compliment them: glass half empty, languishing, vitriol…major Eeyore vibes. Has this ever been you? It has certainly been us. We explore the "addiction to misery" in this episode, expanding from a topic in a recent substack article, and sharin...

Andy Muir is the CFO of Kim Kardashian's super-startup SKIMS, and she is the former CFO of Nike's Jordan Brand. She is a brilliant thought leader and culture creator with an inspiring story and take on life. Her episode originally aired in 2023 and is one of the most popular episodes of HNS to date! Here it is again for those who missed it (or those who want to listen again!).

Peter J. Holt is the managing partner of the San Antonio Spurs, CEO of Holt Group, and managing partner of Iron Spring Venture Capital. In this episode, Peter delves into the profound connection between sports and the philosophy of being happy, not satisfied. He shares personal stories from his journey with the Spurs, including the early challenges his family faced to keep the team in San Antonio...

Melissa Unsell-Smith is a serial entrepreneur who has built two software companies, including a successful bootstrapped, multi-million dollar software company. Melissa's newest venture, Catalytic Icon, elevates female entrepreneurs by awakening their worth and talents. In this episode, we discuss the, "I'll be happy once I..." mindset and how it led Melissa to an awakening and ad...

Jorge Villarreal is a visionary multidisciplinary artist whose work is deeply rooted in the exploration of cultural identity. From his upbringing as a first-generation Mexican American in a Texas border town to his transformative journey creating and exhibiting his work globally, Jorge shares insights from his journey of growth as an artist and nonprofit founder.  We delve into his newly launched...

SISI is a self-made singer/songwriter based in Austin, TX. Since becoming a signed musician in 2023, she's played ACL, toured internationally, and her new single, "Sugar," drops today. This episode explores SISI's process of growth as a musical artist alongside her process of growth through grief, while simultaneously building her career in several areas outside of music: wine, y...

#026 - No Feeling Is Final with Gio DiZurita San Antonio artist Gio DiZurita's work has been shown and collected all over the world. This episode delves into Gio's creative process, and how she lives each day as her own masterpiece, overcoming the, "I'll be happy once I..." trap that can so often leave us longing for more when it comes to our relationship with achievements an...

San Antonio entrepreneur Daniel Trevino grew his restaurant business Box Street with his partners from a food truck concept to two brick and mortar locations within the past few years. Box Street, evolved from The Box Street Social, has become one of San Antonio’s most popular all-day brunch and dinner destinations, with vibes that continue to draw crowds. This episode dives into the intentionalit...

Christina Olivarez is founder and owner of two companies, The Social Butterfly Gal and Hustle + Socialize. She's a TEDx speaker and a multiple-time award winner in her field. As a former social media manager turned business coach, Christina helps Latina entrepreneurs be unapologetically visible online & offline. She shares the story of founding her businesses and the lessons she's lear...

He served the Queen of England and Princess Diana at Claridges Hotel in London at 18 years-old. He lived in Paris and was awarded the Bronze Medal of National Defense for his service to French General Roquejoffre, commander of the Gulf War. He coordinated high profile events at the Wheatleigh Hotel in the Berkshires, Massachusetts. He then landed in San Antonio, where he has worked for 26 years to...

In this episode, we recap 4 of our favorite takeaways inspired by conversations with guests in 2023: 1. Accept what is 2. Patience brings peace 3. Practice perspective 4. Say yes to you

In this episode, we talk with Roma Villavicencio, TV host of KENS 5's Great Day SA and owner/designer of La Coronita Hats about her journey with loss and overcoming adversity. Roma lost her mother to cancer when she was only 18 years-old, and at 20 years-old she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Despite these challenges, she persevered, finished school, embarked on her dream journalism career...

Sometimes growth is messy, and it doesn't always look like you thought it would. Dan brings his wife Ellie on the podcast again as Co-Host, and they talk about how they process each others needs and expectations for personal and career growth, both as individuals and in their relationship as they adjust to parenthood. happynotsatisfied.com @happy.notsatisfied @danieldmorrison @eleanoramorrison

Daniel Morrison and Daniel Asgari have a lot in common. They share a name (obviously), but The Dans were also both high school band directors in Texas and are dads to young boys. On this episode, they discuss fatherhood as it relates to teaching, how to view Happy, Not Satisfied through the lens of parenting, and how effective self-care leads to more effective leadership in the classroom and as a...

Executive Vice President of Unscripted Films, Television, and Podcasts at Anonymous Content, Jessica Grimshaw, talks about what's misunderstood in the unscripted entertainment space and shares her views on success, ambition, leadership, and how she lives her life happy, but not satisfied. Happy, Not Satisfied Instagram Anonymous Content

Brett Eisen is a classically trained Chef who has worked with NFL, NBA, collegiate and Olympic athletes, including the Oregon Ducks, Sacramento Kings, Denver Broncos, USA Women’s Soccer Team and the USA Olympic Ski Team. He currently works as a Private Chef and High Performance Nutritionist out of the greater Los Angeles area. Happy, Not Satisfied Chef Brett

He's a FinTech founder, thought leader, and was the commencement speaker and valedictorian at Loyola Marymount University. He is also only 23 years old. Christian Jackson is among the most impressive young people you will ever encounter. On this episode, he talks about founding his company, Mula, the times he created his own luck, his big-picture goals (spoiler alert, they probably aren't...

Recognized as one of the top 10 business attorneys in the nation, self-made powerhouse Kelli Cubeta talks about the joys and challenges of owning her law firm, how she overcame a debilitating fear of public speaking, her thoughts on effective leadership, and how hard work and being comfortable with discomfort has propelled her in life and in her career.

Andy Muir is the former CFO of the Jordan Brand, and current CFO of Kim Kardashian's company Skims. She is a thought leader, a culture builder, a master communicator, and an inspirational leader. https://www.happynotsatisfied.com/ https://www.instagram.com/happy.notsatisfied/