Resilience Unravelled

In this episode of Resilience Unraveled, Dr Russell Thackeray chats to Dr. Julian Gershon Jr., a specialist in family medicine, sports medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine, who shares insights from his 45-year career. He discusses his work with stem cell therapy, hormone balancing, and longevity science. The conversation highlights the significance of DNA methylation, telomere length...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, the Dr Russell Thackeray interviews Monika Guzak, an intercultural business trainer and coach based in Poland. Monika shares her insights on resilience, diversity, and the importance of joy in business. She discusses how different cultures perceive and express emotions, and the impact of historical and geographical contexts on natural resilience. Monika al...

In this episode, Peggy shares her personal experience as a self-proclaimed 'busyness addict,' discussing how the overwhelming demands of her career left her with too much to do and too little time. She opens up about her path to recovery and the steps she has taken to regain control over her life. You can contact us at info@qedod.com Resources can be found online or link to our website https://res...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr. Russell Thackeray is joined by Steve Larsen, a guest with an extraordinary life story. Steve shares his journey from an undiagnosed ADHD childhood, where he struggled academically, to becoming a successful entrepreneur who co-founded nine different startups, including one that contributed to the birth of modern e-commerce. He also discusses his passion...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr Russell Thackeray interviews Rene Sylvain Bedard, an IT veteran with over 30 years of experience primarily in IT architecture. Currently based in Montreal, Rene discusses the critical connection between cybersecurity and business resilience. He shares his journey from founding Indominus to focusing on cybersecurity solutions for small and medium-sized b...

The Journey of Resilience and Reinvention with Athena Brownson In this episode of Resilience Unraveled, Russell meets Athena Brownson, a former professional skier and current realtor, shares her journey of overcoming personal and physical challenges. Raised in a mountain community in Colorado, Athena grew up immersed in the world of skiing, ultimately becoming a professional freestyle skier. After...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Russell interviews Scott Marshall, president of a small nonprofit that runs the Semester at Sea study abroad program. Located in Fort Collins, Colorado. Scott shares insights into the program, which combines international travel with academic studies aboard a ship. Participants spend 105 days visiting 8-10 countries, engaging in experiential learning and c...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr Russell Thackeray chats with Dr. Shirley Davis, a 30-year HR professional and life coach. Dr. Davis discusses the significance of being intentional about one's environment, the importance of finding one's 'compelling why,' and the impact of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in workplaces. She shares her journey of building a global consulting busin...

As a clinical pastor, Army veteran, and the author of  Your Guide to... A Better Way of Thinking , Richard has spent years helping others develop practical tools for mental clarity and emotional strength. One of the most effective is a framework he created called the  Order to Life —a simple, visual tool that helps people break free from chaos, fear, and judgment, and reconnect with the...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr Russell Thackeray discusses with Mohamed Ahmed, an American Egyptian engineer turned entrepreneur, the nuances of transitioning from engineering to entrepreneurship. Based in Seattle, Ahmed shares his experiences working with tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon before co-founding his own company. He emphasises the importance of resilience and robustne...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, the Dr Russell Thackeray interviews Lionel Moses, a veteran, father, and grandfather from New Jersey who has significant experience in various fields, including finance and military service. Lionel shares his insights on the importance of relationships both in personal and professional contexts. He discusses how relationships require intentionality and res...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, host Russell Thackeray interviews Gabriela Rosa, a fertility specialist originally from Brazil, now based in Boston. Gabriela shares her journey from being a naturopathic practitioner to specialising in helping couples overcome infertility and miscarriage. She discusses the complexities and traumas associated with infertility, the impact of age and lifesty...

In this episode of 'Resilience Unravelled,' Dr Russell Thackeray welcomes Dr. Stewart Desson, CEO and founder of Lumina Learning to discuss all things psychometrics. Known for his innovative Lumina Spark Psychometric Model, Dr. Desson shares his journey from scepticism about personality measurements to creating a tool that integrates both quantitative and qualitative approaches to understanding pe...

In this episode of 'Resilience Unravelled,' Russell Thackeray interviews Sarah Dale, the founder of Project 1490. Sarah discusses her journey from the corporate C-suite to creating a unique community for career women. Project 1490 offers live events and activities aimed at building confidence and resilience through new experiences. Sarah shares how her love for Montana and its rugged lifestyle inf...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, host Dr Russell Thackeray engages with Rachel Pastor and Tiffany Hearn from a woman-owned business in the States called Golden Rule Mushrooms. Rachel and Tiffany delve into their personal journeys from overcoming significant adversities and substance abuse to thriving in the wellness and psychedelics space. The discussion focuses on the transformative bene...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr Russell Thackeray interviews Dr. Sharon Spano, a specialist in human and organisational development. Sharon shares insights into her professional journey, focused on trauma-informed approaches and the dynamics of leadership. She discusses the 'emptiness of success' experienced by many high achievers and the critical importance of self-awareness and deve...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Russell Thackeray chats with Keith Kurlander, co-founder of the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. Broadcasting from Boulder, Colorado, Keith shares his 25+ years of experience in psychotherapy and his shift towards integrative mental health education. The discussion delves into the frustrations with current mental health care systems, the rise of treatment...

In this episode, host Russell Thackeray interviews Dr. Joy Kong, a specialist in regenerative and holistic medicine. Dr. Kong shares her fascinating journey from China to the US, her medical specialization in psychiatry, addiction, and anti-aging medicine, and her eventual focus on stem cell therapy. She passionately discusses the limitations of conventional medicine, the potential of regenerative...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr. Alexandra Sowa, an obesity medicine physician from New Jersey, delves into her unique journey from theatre to medicine. She explains her dual expertise in internal and obesity medicine, emphasizing her passion for preventive and public health. Dr. Sowa discusses the challenges and misconceptions surrounding obesity and introduces her book 'The Ozempic...

In this heartwarming episode of 'Resilience Unravelled,' Russell talks to Jennifer Cramer-Miller from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Jennifer shares her inspiring story of resilience and joy despite facing kidney failure at 22 and undergoing multiple kidney transplants. She discusses the impact of this life-changing experience on her career and personal life, and how she shifted her perspective to focus...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr Russell Thackeray welcomes Betsy Wills and Alexander Ellison to discuss their book 'Your Hidden Genius,' which offers a science-backed approach to identifying and harnessing innate talents. Betsy and Alex explain how aptitudes—measurable traits influencing our ability to learn and excel—can guide career choices, personal growth, and even team dynamics....

In this episode of Resilience Unraveled, Dr. Russell interviews Paul Doughty, who shares his story of growing up in a seemingly perfect family that concealed a traumatic and abusive environment. Paul discusses his experiences with childhood domestic violence, the challenges of growing up unsupervised after his parents' divorce, and how he broke the cycle of abuse by speaking out, getting involved,...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr Russell Thackeray meets Dara McKinlay who is an expert on teaching the path to forgiveness. They discuss the concept of forgiveness, its relationship with spirituality and healing and its practical application in personal relationships. Dara was initially sceptical about the concept of forgiveness, viewing it as impractical, until experiencing a relatio...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled Dr Russell Thackeray is joined by Nancy Ho, an internationally recognised thought leader on “The Professional Paradox”. Nancy has over 26 years of experience guiding individuals toward holistic success and them to navigate the intricate balance between professional achievement and personal fulfillment.  Nancy emphasises the importance of balancing mate...

Please note that this episode refers to fires in California... In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr Russell Thackeray talks to Christy Warren, a retired fire captain from the Berkeley Fire Department in California who talks about her experiences as a firefighter and paramedic and the challenges and stressors associated with the profession. Christy had twenty-five years of service as a prof...