Resiliency The Podcast

What if the only thing standing between you and your dream life was TENACITY? In this episode of Resiliency The Podcast , Jenn Quader and Dr. Kelly Culver welcome Scott Scovill : entrepreneur, producer, director, musician, author, and relentless dream chaser. Scott’s career began with one bold move: talking his way into a roadie opportunity with U2 on the Joshua Tree tour. That moment eventually l...

In this episode of Resiliency The Podcast , Jenn Quader and Dr. Kelly Culver welcome Dr. Elliott Kronenfeld for a powerful conversation about resilience in our most intimate relationships. Dr. Kronenfeld is a therapist, author, educator, and relationship expert whose work explores the intersection of emotional healing, relationship science, trust, grief, and personal transformation. Through his Co...

In this episode of Resiliency The Podcast , we welcome Brandi Lewis — blood disorder educator, TEDx speaker, writer, podcast host, and founder of a nonprofit supporting blood disorder patients facing financial hardship. At just 19 years old, Brandi was diagnosed with aplastic anemia and PNH , rare blood disorders that changed the course of her life. What began as a devastating diagnosis became a c...

The Art of the Bounce Back Featuring Elle Davis What does it mean to have life break open in a single moment — and discover that the strength you need was already inside you? In this powerful episode of Resiliency The Podcast, Jenn Quader and Dr. Kelly Culver sit down with Elle Davis, MSW, founder of The Elevate Group, TEDx speaker, and author of The Art of the Bounce Back: 31 Days of Resilient Li...

What does resilience look like in a creative career? In this episode of Resiliency the Podcast , costume designer Amanda Seymour joins Jenn Quader and Dr. Kelly Culver for a powerful conversation about resilience, empathy in leadership, creativity, and the realities of working in film, television, theater, and opera.  Part of the Emmy -nominated costume design team for The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel an...

In this powerful episode of Resiliency The Podcast , Jenn Quader and Dr. Kelly Culver sit down with globally respected economist Dimitri Zengelis to explore the intersection of climate change, economics, innovation, and resilience . From the realities of the global energy transition to the psychology behind resistance to change, Dimitri breaks down why the shift to a clean economy is not just nece...

In this episode of Resiliency The Podcast, we sit down with Taryn Smith , a movement specialist, yoga teacher, and the first American woman to solo row across the Atlantic Ocean as part of the World’s Toughest Row. For 46 days, her world became nothing but sky, sea, solitude, and the rhythm of her own breath — yet she describes it as the time she felt least alone in her entire life. Taryn takes us...

In this inspiring episode of Resiliency The Podcast , hosts Jenn Quader and Dr. Kelly Culver sit down with Chris George — executive coach, former actor/dancer, luxury retail leader, and author of the upcoming book The EQ Dance — to explore what it truly means to lead with emotional intelligence and resilient presence. Chris helps leaders strengthen their emotional agility, build quiet resilience,...

In this powerful episode of Resiliency The Podcast , hosts Jenn Quader and Dr. Kelly Culver sit down with retired U.S. Navy Captain Jenn Donahue — an engineer, combat leader, keynote speaker, and author — to explore resilience under extreme pressure and what it truly means to lead when everything is at stake. Over a 27-year military career, Jenn Donahue led at the highest levels in some of the wor...

What are the risks shaping the global landscape in 2026 and beyond? How can organizations shift from reactive fear to proactive strength? In this powerful episode of Resiliency The Podcast , hosts Dr. Kelly Culver and Jenn Quader sit down with Christopher Thackray , a leading global risk and resilience advisor, to explore the geopolitical, technological, and societal threats facing businesses and...

In this deeply moving episode of Resiliency The Podcast, we sit down with Carrie Bobb — a powerhouse in commercial real estate, an advocate for workplace justice, and the woman behind Carrie’s Law — landmark legislation that ended forced arbitration in sexual assault and harassment cases. ⚠️ Trigger Warning - This episode contains discussion of sexual assault, workplace harassment, and trauma. Ple...

In this episode of Resiliency The Podcast, Dr. Kelly Culver and Jenn Quader sit down with Dr. Tahereh Pazouki, computer scientist turned psychologist and the visionary founder of Magrid Learning Solution — an award-winning, language-free educational platform revolutionizing how children learn worldwide. What began as hand-drawn lessons to help her younger brother keep up in school has evolved into...

✨ Resilience isn’t just about bouncing back — it’s about bouncing forward .   Hosts Dr. Kelly Culver and Jenn Quader sit down with Danielle Sprouls — former attorney, commercial real estate leader, executive coach, and author of WTF: Women That Flourish . Known as the WTF Lady , Danielle reframes fear and failure into opportunities for growth, courage, and flourishing.   From navigating unscripte...

In this episode, Dr. Kelly Culver and Jenn Quader talk with Michael Quinn, former FBI cyber agent and current senior incident responder with cybereason. Michael explains how resilience shapes everything from personal setbacks to global cyber defense. He shares why overconfidence is today’s greatest risk, how practicing “fire drills” helps organizations prepare for crises, and what lessons from the...

In this episode of Resiliency The Podcast, hosts Jenn Quader and Dr. Kelly Culver sit down with award-winning keynote speaker, author, and executive coach Carrie Williams. Carrie shares insights from her book Eyes on the Prize: A Kick-Ass Guide to Setting and Achieving Great Goals and introduces her powerful Willingness Spectrum, a tool for understanding how open and committed we are to change.  ...

In this milestone episode, the tables turn: Executive Producer Asef Quader steps into the host chair to interview Dr. Kelly Culver and Jenn Quader as Resiliency The Podcast celebrates its first anniversary. Kelly and Jenn reflect on the journey of the past year — the guests who shaped the conversations, the lessons that stayed with them, and how the show itself has grown into a global movement red...

In this inspiring episode of Resiliency The Podcast , we sit down with the incomparable Cynthia McConagle McGarity —a master teaching artist, director, performer and recent Honorable Mention at the Tony Awards for Excellence in Theater Education. Cynthia has over 30 years of experience in the world of musical theater and has shared the stage with Brian Stokes Mitchell , Stephanie J. Block , Hugh P...

In this powerful episode of Resiliency The Podcast, we sit down with award-winning author, speaker, and nonprofit founder Jackie Haley, who shares how personal tragedy led her to write her first book, launch a successful business, and help others find healing through storytelling. 👉 In this episode, you’ll learn: How writing became Jackie’s tool for healing and transformation What it really takes...

#In this powerful episode of Resiliency The Podcast, hosts Dr. Kelly Culver and Jenn Quader sit down with international business leader and organizational strategist, Dr. Kerstin Potter, founder of Visual Metaphors at Work and creator of the groundbreaking Lephorus™ methodology. Broadcasting from an island off the coast of Sweden, Dr. Potter shares her journey from global corporate executive to pi...

What do AI, resilience, and the early internet have in common? Simon Greenman. From launching MapQuest in a Pennsylvania basement to shaping global AI policy, Simon has always been ahead of the curve—and deeply human about it. In this episode, Hosts Jenn Quader and Dr. Kelly Culver sit down with Simon to explore: -Surviving tech chaos in the dot-com boom -Why AI should be a co-pilot, not a threat...

From answering a newspaper ad as a “Gal Friday” to becoming President of a major property management company, Laura Khouri’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this powerful episode of Resiliency The Podcast, hosts Jenn Quader and Dr. Kelly Culver sit down with Laura to unpack the lessons behind her rise to leadership, her unwavering belief in showing up fully, and how grace and grit shaped her...

in this episode of Resiliency The Podcast, host Jenn Quader and Dr. Kelly Culver welcome recording artist and author Cliff Beach, who talks on how to make your hot mess your hot message. He shares his insights on resilience, the music industry, and the importance of mentorship. Cliff discusses his journey in music, the release of his latest album 'Beach Please', and how investing in oneself is cru...

In this powerful episode of Resiliency, host Jenn Quader and Dr. Kelly Culver speak with Denise Akayezu, a survivor from the 1994 Rwandan genocide. Denise shares her harrowing experiences, reflecting on her childhood, the fear and violence she witnessed, and the resilience she found in the aftermath. The conversation delves into themes of forgiveness, the impact of propaganda, and the importance o...

Hosts Jenn Quader and Dr. Kelly Culver engage with Sarah Carlan, a therapist and leadership coach, to explore the critical issue of resilience in the healthcare industry. They discuss the signs of burnout, the concept of moral injury, and practical strategies for professionals to manage stress and maintain their well-being. The conversation emphasizes the importance of curiosity, values, and mindf...

It’s the 20th episode of the Resiliency podcast! In this episode we reflect on our journey, sharing favorite moments, lessons learned about resilience, and personal growth. We discuss the importance of community and the future of resilience in the workplace, while also exploring personal reflections and choices that contribute to resilience. We envision the future of the podcast, talk about the im...