Run Your Life Show With Andy Vasily

Send us Fan Mail What if the purpose of school isn't grades, rankings, or test scores — but helping young people discover their own purpose? In this rich and wide-ranging conversation, Andy sits down with Dr. Cinde Lock, Head of Pickering College and author of Connections, Academics, and Purpose: Designing the Future of School , to explore what education can look like when it's built aro...

Send us Fan Mail This episode of Four Times Mindfulness is an honest conversation between Andy Vasily and Neila Steele about the coping mechanisms we cling to, the regrets that quietly reveal our values, and the relationships that remind us who we are. Four Seeds. Four Takeaways. 1. Identify your coping mechanism. We all carry behaviors that once kept us afloat — people-pleasing, numbing, withdraw...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, I interview the brilliant Jason Moss, an entrepreneur, a very impactful business coach and someone who has done the deep work to truly know himself.  Jason believes that our businesses are a mirror reflecting ourselves. Whatever is unresolved on the inside will show up in how we build, market, and lead. The inner work is not separate from the business work...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, we’re going to sit with something that every one of us will face in our lives, but most of us struggle to talk about openly: grief. My guests are author and educator Frank Stepnowski and his daughter, Sam Welch . Together, they’ve created a beautiful and deeply moving picture book called Where Did Cain Go? A Family’s Walk Through Loss —a book that grew out of t...

Send us Fan Mail My guest today is Matthew Hoffman, the artist and creative force behind the global “You Are Beautiful” campaign. If you’ve ever seen those three simple words on a sticker, a mural, or an installation somewhere in the world and felt even a small lift in your day, there’s a good chance Matthew’s work has already touched your life. Matthew started this project in a very humble way: w...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is with the brilliant Dr. Brent Hogarth who is a clinical psychologist, executive coach and team flow expert. He currently works with Dr. Michael Gervais and his team of coaches at Finding Mastery and is focused on enterprise size high-performance mindset training around the globe. Brent spent years researching what he calls "the dark side of flow"—a...

Send us Fan Mail In this insightful episode, Andy connects with Hadleigh Fisher—founder of the Resilience Agenda and passionate advocate for mental fitness—to explore practical strategies and mindsets for thriving in today's fast-paced world. Key Takeaways: Redefining Mental Health : Hadleigh explains why mental health is a continuum for everyone, not just those in crisis. Learn the differenc...

Send us Fan Mail In the episode you are about to hear, Andy Vasily sits down with the legendary Udo Erasmus—renowned health educator, nutritionist, author, and creator of Udo's Oil. Udo shares his remarkable life story, from his childhood as a refugee during World War II, through deep personal traumas and his relentless quest to understand the true nature of health, happiness, and human exist...

Send us Fan Mail Today, I feel very lucky as I'm speaking with Stuart Jenkins—CEO and founder of Blumaka, a company that's revolutionizing the footwear industry by transforming waste into world-class performance products. But Stuart's story isn't really about shoes. It's about what happens when you refuse to let limitations define you. As a kid growing up on a cattle ranch...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to a very special episode of the Four Times Mindfulness podcast series.  In this episode, you’ll hear the kind of honest, heartfelt conversations that inspired us to bring our 4 X Mindfulness podcast back—conversations rooted in our personal journeys and our shared passion for mindfulness, growth, and authentic connection. We begin by opening up about recent experiences of...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Run Your Life Podcast host Andy Vasily sits down with good friend Josh Berghuis for a face-to-face conversation about courage, vulnerability, and finding strength in the face of life’s greatest challenges. Recorded live in Budapest, this heartfelt discussion marks the first time Josh shares his journey with chronic lymphocytic leukemia publicly.  Together, Andy an...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation Run Your Life podcast host Andy Vasily sits down with Ted Temerzoglou for a powerful and heartfelt conversation about what it truly means to strive for personal excellence and make a lasting impact. In this interview, you’ll hear Ted’s inspiring journey—from overcoming personal obstacles and embracing vulnerability, to his passionate advocacy for quality healt...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode, Andy Vasily sits down with renowned educator and global strategic leader Nancy Lhoest-Squicciarini for a heartfelt and insightful conversation about what it truly means to lead with authenticity, connection, and purpose. Drawing on decades of experience in international education and leadership development, Nancy shares powerful stories and practical fra...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode, Andy Vasily sits down with Dan Newby—author, educator, and founder of the School of Emotions and Dignity Inc.—to explore the transformative power of emotional literacy. Dan shares his global journey and personal story, revealing how learning to notice, name, and work with emotions can change lives, relationships, and leadership. Together, Andy and Dan dis...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Judson Brewer—renowned neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and bestselling author—to explore the science behind mindfulness and its transformative power in overcoming anxiety and addiction. Dr. Brewer shares insights from his groundbreaking research, demonstrating how understanding the brain’s mechanisms can help us break free from unhelpful habits a...

Send us Fan Mail In this meaningful episode, Andy Vasily sits down with his longtime friend and mentor, Coach Harry Lumley, for an inspiring and deeply personal conversation about life, leadership, and the true meaning of coaching. With over 60 years of experience, Harry shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a legendary coach who has impacted generations of athletes and students. ...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and deeply moving episode, Andy Vasily sits down with Max Fox, a gifted singer and performer whose journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. From humble beginnings in Blackpool, UK, Max shares his story of overcoming adversity, finding purpose, and using his talents to inspire others. Key Themes & Highlights: Finding Purpose Through Adversi...

Send us Fan Mail In this insightful conversation, Conrad Hughes, Director General at the International School of Geneva, shares his 30-year journey in education across three continents. Beginning with his roots in South Africa and schooling, Conrad discusses his educational philosophy centered on "seeing" people—recognizing their inherent gifts and helping transform those gifts into tale...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful conversation, David Klan, President and CEO of Mazda Canada, shares profound insights into leadership, organizational culture, and personal growth. With 33 years at Mazda, Klan exemplifies a people-centered approach that has transformed the company's success and workplace environment. Key Themes: People-Centered Leadership Klan's leadership philosophy ce...

Send us Fan Mail Today we're revisiting a powerful conversation that I had with Daniel Carcillo—two-time Stanley Cup champion, NHL veteran, and one of hockey's most compelling voices on mental health and resilience. This episode remains profoundly relevant as Daniel's journey from the heights of professional hockey to the depths of addiction and back to purposeful healing continues...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful conversation, Andy Vasily sits down with Quang X. Pham, CEO of Katrina Therapeutics, to explore an extraordinary life journey spanning from Vietnam War refugee to Marine Corps pilot to biotech entrepreneur. Quang shares deeply personal stories about service, sacrifice, and the transformative power of embracing one's mission in life. Quang X. Pham is the CEO o...

Send us Fan Mail In a world where anxiety, isolation, and overwhelm have become the norm rather than the exception, Sharon Salzberg's wisdom offers a lifeline back to inner peace and authentic connection. As we navigate unprecedented global challenges—from social division and economic uncertainty to the lingering effects of a global pandemic—the timeless practices Sharon has championed for ov...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the multifaceted nature of courage and its transformative power in our lives. Through powerful stories and important insights, we examine how courage manifests not just in grand gestures, but in the everyday choices that ultimately shape who we become. The episode begins by challenging listeners to consider the fears that often hold us back—fear of unce...

Send us Fan Mail Today’s episode is a special re-released conversation that I had with New York Times bestselling author and longtime Esquire writer, Cal Fussman a while back on my podcast. It was an excellent conversation as Cal shared many life lessons he has learned through more than 3 decades as a journalist having interviewed some of the most legendary people on the planet from Muhammad Ali t...

Send us Fan Mail In this brief episode, we explore the profound wisdom contained in the simple phrase:  "Wherever you go, there you are."  Made famous by Jon Kabat-Zinn's influential book on mindfulness, this statement reminds us that our choices and actions create the path we travel, for better or worse. No matter what, we find ourselves exactly where we are meant to be; in the pre...