The Burnout Club

This week on The Burnout Club , I’m joined by the extraordinary Dr. April Joy Damian , Chief Scientific Officer and Director of the Weitzman Institute, the national research, education, and innovation arm of the Moses/Weitzman Health System. Her leadership reaches more than two million patients across the U.S., and her mission is deeply human: to transform how health systems serve historically und...

In this thought-provoking and deeply human conversation, I’m joined by Denley W. McIntosh , CEO, Principal Coach, and host of The Coach’s Corner . Denley is someone who meets people right where they are — in the thick of life’s battles — and helps them return to the “corner” with clarity, confidence, and compassion. With a rare blend of intellect, lived experience, and heart, he brings together en...

This week on The Burnout Club , I sit down with Lisa Levey — a longtime documentary producer and co-founder of The Otherhood Collective, a storytelling platform for people navigating nontraditional paths to fulfillment and family. Lisa opens up about her own journey through infertility, the grief that followed, and how she’s redefining what a “full life” looks like outside the narrow boxes of pare...

What if fulfillment didn’t have to follow the traditional script? In this episode, Patrice sits down with Sarah Berl Clifford , Founder and Marketing Director of The Otherhood Collective, to explore what it means to create belonging outside of societal expectations. Sarah opens up about her deeply personal journey through infertility, identity, and leadership — and how it inspired her to build a c...

This week, Patrice welcomes Dr. Noah Wilson-Rich , biologist, entrepreneur, and founder of The Biodiversity Lab, for a fascinating look at what we humans can learn from the natural world — especially the bees. From the queen’s burnout to the worker’s exhaustion, Noah bridges science and soul to show us that burnout isn’t just a human experience — it’s biological. Nature has already written the pla...

What if resilience isn’t something we’re born with but something we can build, one simple breath at a time? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Kate Lund , Clinical Psychologist and Founder of Kate Lund Psychology PLLC, joins Patrice to explore how we can create more calm, confidence, and connection in our daily lives. From navigating childhood medical challenges to supporting others through burnou...

When the world stopped talking during the pandemic, Katie Severt decided to start the conversation that mattered most. As the founder of Let’s Talk Women , Katie is on a mission to close the women’s health gap by elevating the researchers, clinicians, and innovators shaping the future of care. In this episode, Patrice and Katie explore what happens when women stop saying “I’m fine” and start telli...

This week on The Burnout Club , we sit down with Dr. Alexis Kennedy —CEO of Compassion Recharge, forensic psychologist, former attorney, and burnout researcher with decades of experience working in trauma recovery. From interviewing victims of human trafficking to educating first responders after mass tragedies, Dr. Kennedy brings a powerful blend of compassion, science, and practicality to the co...

In this episode of The Burnout Club , Patrice sits down with Ashwin Muthiah , founder of the Unpinned Wine Club—a wine subscription redefining how we connect with wine, our health, and each other. Ashwin shares his personal journey from burnout and chronic health issues to discovering passion, purpose, and community through wine. This isn’t just about sipping something new—it’s about unlearning wh...

What if better performance started with more humanity—and a calendar block with your own name on it? In this episode, I’m joined by Kacy Fleming , CEO & Founder of The Fuchsia Tent and Kacy Fleming Consulting, TEDx speaker, and organizational psychologist. After two decades in biopharma, Kacy is helping companies get smarter about menopause at work—reducing burnout, increasing retention, and m...

What happens when the life you've worked hard to build no longer feels like your own? In this episode of The Burnout Club , I sit down with Donny Ebenstein — international expert in negotiation and conflict resolution, Harvard Law grad turned coach, and author of I Hear You . Donny’s story is a powerful reminder that success without self-awareness is a fast track to burnout. We explore the quiet d...

In this episode of The Burnout Club , Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with Dr. Christine Staten , a veterinarian, practice owner, and founder of Veterinary MBA. From building a 10-doctor, 50-person mixed animal practice to creating space for mentorship and consulting, Christine’s journey is a testament to what’s possible when you blend entrepreneurial fire with emotional self-awareness. Together, they...

In this episode of The Burnout Club , host Patrice Bonfiglio talks with Neal K. Shah , Chairman and Co-Founder of Counterforce Health and #1 bestselling author of Insured to Death . Neal and his team are building AI agents to help patients and physicians fight back against health insurance claims denials—a growing crisis that leaves millions without access to necessary care and adds fuel to the bu...

In this episode of The Burnout Club , host Patrice Bonfiglio talks with Neal K. Shah , America’s Chief Elder Officer and CEO of CareYaya Health Technologies. After a successful career as a $250M hedge fund manager, Neal’s life took a dramatic turn when deeply personal caregiving experiences reshaped his purpose. Now, he’s on a mission to transform elder care delivery through technology—while also...

What happens when your livelihood — your farm, your business, even your home — is at the mercy of climate change? For many, climate risk isn’t just about unpredictable weather; it’s about sleepless nights, financial stress, and even burnout. In this episode, I sit down with Sid Jha , Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Arbol, a global climate risk solutions company that’s rewriting the way we think abou...

In this vibrant episode of The Burnout Club, host Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with multi-hyphenate creative and founder Sue Zarco Kramer . From her early days as a screenwriter and director in Hollywood to building her empowering platform, Divorcee Doula, Sue has never been afraid to rewrite her narrative. She opens up about her burnout moment, the bold leap into self-production with her hit pilot...

What happens when your dream job meets your mission to serve at scale? In this powerful episode of The Burnout Club, host Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with Suzanne Stone , President & CEO of Livestrong, for an in-depth conversation on advocacy, purpose-driven leadership, and the emotional toll of navigating healthcare systems. Suzanne shares her journey from Emmy-winning television producer to...

In this episode of The Burnout Club , Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with workplace culture and leadership expert Danny Goldberg. Danny shares the deeply personal story behind his entrepreneurial journey, starting from launching a boxing gear company at just 14 to founding multiple successful businesses, including Diamond MMA and his latest venture, BOG Consulting. Together, they unpack the "Build wi...

In this powerful episode of The Burnout Club , host Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with keynote speaker and CEO Barb Betts . Barb shares her transformation from traditional sales tactics to a career grounded in genuine relationships—and how you can do the same. From chasing dogs during cold calls to commanding stages at global conferences, Barb’s journey is a masterclass in the power of connection. Y...

In this compelling episode of The Burnout Club , host Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with Erin Stafford , bestselling author of The Type A Trap , peak performance expert, and global speaker. Erin shares her deeply personal journey through extreme burnout during her time as head of marketing for a massive healthcare staffing firm — including navigating the pandemic, managing 75 employees, and working...

In this episode, Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with Caroline Dowd-Higgins , Chief Energy Officer, bestselling author, and former opera singer turned burnout recovery coach. They explore the powerful transformation from relentless overachiever to high-impact high achiever — and why your well-being is the key to sustainable success. Caroline shares how her career took her from global opera stages to t...

In this episode, Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with Jeanne Hardy , Founder & CEO of Creative Business Inc. and the groundbreaking platform Levvy, for a powerful conversation on burnout in the digital workplace. With over 20 years of experience guiding fast-growing creative businesses, Jeanne is a trusted financial strategist, a Forbes Business Council member, and an alumna of both the Goldman Sa...

In this episode of The Burnout Club , host Patrice Bonfiglio sits down with Courtney O’Connell , executive coach, former Fortune 500 Head of HR, and founder of The Promoted , for a conversation about career growth without burnout, personal clarity as a leadership superpower, and the invisible rules behind who gets promoted and why . From her 25-year rise from administrative assistant to SVP, Court...

In this powerful episode of Burnout Club , host Patrice Bonfiglio welcomes Melissa Petro , journalist and author of Shame on You: How to Be a Woman in the Age of Mortification , for a raw and riveting conversation about burnout, shame culture, and the cost of living authentically in a judgmental world. From her early days as a NYC public school teacher to becoming the target of a national media sc...

In this episode of The Burnout Club , host Patrice Bonfiglio is joined by Chris Dyer , CEO, keynote speaker, and bestselling author, for an energizing masterclass on how culture isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the hidden force behind burnout or breakthrough . Chris shares the personal story behind his own burnout as a CEO and the eye-opening moment that led him to transform his leadership—and his entir...