The Lucra Podcast

What if the thing holding you back in your business, your energy, and your life isn't your mindset or your strategy, it's your thyroid? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Amie Hornaman, functional medicine practitioner, thyroid and hormone specialist, and author of the brand new book The Thyroid Fix , to unpack everything you probably weren't told at your last doctor's visit. Dr. Amie's journey...

What if the aches, fatigue, and brain fog you've been writing off as "just getting older" are actually signs of chronic inflammation — and completely reversible? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Shivani Gupta, founder of Fusionary Formulas, Hay House author of The Inflammation Code, and a woman who literally got her PhD in turmeric. She shares her remarkable journey from a sick kid growing up...

In this episode, Mindie sits down with Grammy Award-winning producer, composer, and author Barry Goldstein for a rich conversation about music as a tool for healing, heart coherence, creative flow, and energetic management. Barry shares his unlikely journey (from house music and hip hop in the Bronx, to winning a Grammy with Les Paul, to pioneering the use of music and sound as medicine) and offer...

In this episode of The Lucra Podcast , Mindie sits down with Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj , a board-certified cardiologist and Functional medicine physician who blends conventional medicine with spiritual insight. After years of practicing in a system that prioritizes metrics over meaning, Dr. Sanjay shares what led him to step away from traditional medicine and redefine what it means to truly heal—starting...

In this episode of The Lucra Podcast , Mindie sits down with Hannah Chapman , founder of X² Wealth Planning and host of The Expansive CEO podcast, to talk about her unique approach to values-aligned wealth creation —grounded in Human Design , nervous system awareness, and heart-centered leadership. Hannah shares her story of leaving the traditional finance world behind and building a business that...

In this episode of The Lucra Podcast , Mindie talks with Jenn Malecha, founder of Wholistic Health Boss, about the deeper roots of burnout and how to align your health with your business and lifestyle. Jenn shares her story of leaving a six-figure corporate job to follow her passion, the physical symptoms that were trying to get her attention, and how functional lab testing revealed the real cause...

How do you go from nearly taking your own life to skiing solo across Antarctica and writing a book endorsed by the Dalai Lama? In this extraordinary conversation, Mindie talks with Akshay Nanavati—Marine Corps veteran, polar explorer, and author of Fearvana—about what it really means to embrace suffering, conquer fear, and live on the sacred edge of life. Akshay shares: ✅ His journey from addicti...

How do you build extraordinary relationships while chasing high-impact goals? In this powerful conversation, Mindie sits down with Melissa Nanavati , a speaker, author, and relationship architect, to unpack what it takes to create thriving partnerships as a high performer. Melissa shares: ✅ How to apply your high-performance skills to your love life ✅ Why clarity on core values is the secret wea...

In this unforgettable episode, Mindie sits down with Hall of Fame speaker, entertainer, and president of CardioMiracle, Jason Hewlett , to talk about courage, comedy, and keeping your promise—to yourself and to the world. 🎧 Whether you’re a speaker, performer, entrepreneur, or simply someone with a dream in your heart, this episode will inspire you to own your uniqueness and double down on what m...

Why Success Can Be So Scary We don’t usually think of success as something to fear. It’s supposed to be the goal, the win, the finish line we’ve been crawling toward for years. For many high performers, pain has been the fuel. We’re used to proving something to someone, somewhere (even if that someone is a ghost from the past or never existed at all). When that external motivator is gone, we have...

50% of Americans make New Year's resolutions, but only about 25% of people actually stay committed to their resolutions after just 30 days.

In this episode of The Lucra Podcast , we'll get set for 2025 with some powerful questions and a look at what we want more or less of in the new year.

In this episode of The Lucra Podcast , I’m sharing insights inspired by last night’s full moon—and yes, a fair bit of freezing weather to witness its beauty. The natural cycles of the moon offer a powerful metaphor for the cycles we experience in life and business. From new beginnings to moments of growth, celebration, and reflection, there’s wisdom in embracing where we are in the process instead...

In this episode of The Lucra Podcast , we explore the transformative power of the expectation effect —how the thoughts you nurture today shape the reality you’ll experience tomorrow. Drawing on both science and personal insight, we dive into how your brain primes you to notice opportunities (or obstacles) based on the expectations you set.

Join me on The Lucra Podcast as we dive into Warren Buffett's timeless advice: "The best investment you can make is in yourself." In this episode, we'll explore practical tips for investing in your skills and well-being. Discover how to turn self-investment into lifelong wealth, boost your confidence, and create positive ripple effects in your career and relationships. This is a public episode. If...

In this episode, we explore the surprising allies that help fuel the journey of entrepreneurs: ignorance and confidence. Drawing on personal stories and lessons from Steven Pressfield’s  Do The Work , we discuss why being unaware of challenges can be a gift and how bold belief propels us forward when doubt creeps in. Tune in to learn why starting before you're ready and believing in your success a...

In this episode of  The Lucra Podcast , we dive into the difference between knowing how to reach your goals and actually putting in the work to achieve them. Inspired by a powerful Mary Oliver quote, I share from nearly two decades of coaching, exploring why commitment and true effort make all the difference. Whether you're striving for financial freedom, personal growth, or a more meaningful life...

In this episode of The Lucra Podcast , I sit down with entrepreneur and visionary Yanik Silver to explore how aligning purpose with business can create meaningful impact and lasting success. Yanik shares his journey from digital marketing success to building Maverick 1000 , a global network of entrepreneurs dedicated to doing well by doing good. We dive into how business can be a lever for positiv...

Join me for a captivating conversation with relationship expert Alex Allman, where we explore the multifaceted world of adult friendships, networking challenges, and the complexities of relationships. Tune in as Alex and I reconnect, sharing insights on the value of maintaining strong friendships through life's transitions and the unique difficulties men face when they rely too heavily on their pa...

Vinnie Fisher is a dynamic and successful businessman, lawyer, and chairman of the highly esteemed Fully Accountable . With more than 20 years of experience leading companies to success and authoring two highly acclaimed best-sellers, Vinnie is an expert in growth strategy and leadership development. He has been instrumental in launching the careers of countless ambitious individuals. His wealth o...

Learn more at TradesTrending.com . Silas Peters is the founder and publisher of Trades Trending and Trades Trending Research, and co-founder/COO of Blue Marlin Advisors, LLC. He has been an active trader for 15+ years in equities, commodity futures, currencies, and options, focusing on analysis and price action, institutional levels, and historical data to put the odds in his favor. Silas began wo...

A number of years ago, Riley Dayne invited Mindie Kniss and Sean Stephenson to be in his film, The Abundance Factor . In this episode, Mindie catches up with Riley on what he's been up to since.    They chat about: Pursuing the "responsible" path and how that turned out How a destabilizing life event can turn into a dream realized IF you have the courage to pursue it Naivety as a super-power Riley...

Let me introduce you to my friend, DeAnna Rogers. At one point, she was a single mom diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. Not only did she meet and marry the man of her dreams and win out over cancer, but she helped create this "little thing" called Traffic & Conversion Summit with the guys over at Digital Marketer.  Here's a bit more about her story in her own words: In the past twenty years, I have ow...

Nic Kusmich is the Founder of the H2H Media group and NicholasKusmich.com . He's responsible for over 10B ad impressions, over 55M leads generated, and $600M in collective revenue. Nicholas is best known as a Leading Digital Advertising Strategist and for having the highest ROI's in the industry (up to 30,973.32%). Working with A-List clients, including top thought-leaders, NYT Best Selling Author...

From her early days as a teenager coding and pioneering business growth, Sheevaun Moran's journey as a Transformational Coach and Business Growth Strategist is a rich tapestry of experiences that have defined her unique path.  At just eleven years old, she ventured into entrepreneurship, setting the stage for a career marked by innovation and leadership. Sheevaun's Midas touch played a pivotal rol...