The Meaningful Podcast

Dive into a powerful and perspective-shifting conversation with Carl Grant III, founder of the Rainmaker Group, a strategic growth advisor who helped scale a global law firm from $310M to over $2B in revenue by mastering one principle: relationships over transactions With a background spanning military leadership, global business development, and faith-driven entrepreneurship, Carl brings a rare l...

In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, Alan Lazaros and Kevin Palmieri, co-founders of Next Level University, join Sam to explore what it really means to pursue growth, success, and fulfillment without losing yourself in the process. Both Alan and Kevin built their lives from moments of deep struggle — from depression and financial collapse to rebuilding through relentless self-awareness and...

In this inspiring and deeply practical conversation, Sameer Narkar, Founder and CEO of Konnect Insights, joins Sam to unpack the journey of building a world-class SaaS company from the ground up — without external funding. A true bootstrap success story, Sameer built Konnect Insights into a powerful omni-channel customer experience platform trusted by 400+ global brands across 35+ countries, servi...

In this insightful and reflective conversation, Liam Cole, founder of Poppins Agency, joins Sam to explore the profound role of empathy and human connection in shaping modern business and leadership. Liam believes that real progress — in both life and business — begins with listening. His philosophy centers around the idea that prioritizing people and truly engaging with them forms the foundation...

In this deeply human and emotionally resonant conversation, Dr. Dan Sneider, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Growth and Gratitude Therapy, joins Sam to explore how vulnerability, trust, and gratitude form the foundation of every healthy relationship — romantic, familial, or professional. Drawing from his own life story — a journey of divorce, co-parenting, and rediscovering love — D...

In this heartfelt and visionary conversation, Jon Ferrara — legendary entrepreneur, founder of GoldMine and Nimble, and one of the original architects of modern CRM — joins Sam to explore the deep intersection of technology, humanity, and purpose. From selling his first computer in 1978 to pioneering contact management in the pre-internet era, Jon shares the origin story behind GoldMine, one of th...

In this illuminating conversation, Alex Shevelenko, founder and CEO of RELAYTO AI, shares his remarkable journey from Soviet Ukraine to Silicon Valley, and from working at Microsoft and Salesforce to pioneering the world’s first AI Experience Platform — one that transforms static documents into living, interactive experiences. Alex discusses how RELAYTO turns traditional PDFs and PowerPoints into...

In this profound and inspiring conversation, Lana McAra — award-winning, international bestselling author of 48 titles with over one million copies sold, and founder of Vendela Publishing — joins Sam to share the story behind her creative resurrection and her mission to help authors reclaim their power. Once known as Rosie Dow, Lana wrote 27 titles under her former name before walking away from bo...

Dive into an inspiring and practical conversation with Joe Dalton, global sales expert, author of Sales Craft, and founder of Breakthrough Brands, whose entrepreneurial journey began at just 13 years old — selling baked potatoes on the streets of Ireland. From those early lessons in communication and trust, Joe built a 30+ year career transforming how individuals and companies sell. His Sales Craf...

In this deeply reflective episode, Dr. Fred H. Cho, speaker, blogger, and travel optometrist, joins Sam to share his powerful story of transformation — from burnout to purpose. After nearly a decade in a stable clinic role, Fred realized his passion had faded. He left everything behind to rebuild a life and career centered on meaning and freedom. Today, Dr. Cho has redefined what success means. Th...

Dive into a powerful and perspective-shifting conversation with Amanda Van Der Heiden, founder and CEO of Global Talent Development Solutions (GTDScorp) — a consultancy leading large-scale learning and development rollouts for 40+ companies across 15 countries and 12 industries. With a Master’s in Industrial-Organizational Psychology and certifications from McKinsey Global Institute, SHRM, and ATD...

Dive into a transformative conversation with Patricia Stepler, founder of Creating Top Producers, who helps entrepreneurs and leaders unlock their potential by mastering their mindset. After witnessing her son manifest a full athletic scholarship—despite daunting odds—Patricia began studying directly under Bob Proctor, immersing herself in the Law of Attraction and the science of personal transfor...

Dive into an inspiring and unconventional conversation with Fabrizio Poli, airline captain, author, and founder of BizJet TV, who has spent decades navigating both the skies and the boardroom. From flying private jets around the world to advising high-net-worth entrepreneurs and executives, Fabrizio shares profound lessons on leadership, awareness, and human performance. In this episode, Fabrizio...

Dive into a mind-bending conversation with Amos Bar Joseph, co-founder of Swan AI, who is building the world’s first autonomous business — one designed to reach $30 million ARR with only three founders and a fleet of AI agents. After scaling and exiting two B2B startups under the old “growth-at-all-costs” playbook, Amos realized that era is over. In this episode, he and Sam explore what comes next...

Dive into a mesmerizing conversation with Michelle Boyde, a Registered Master Hypnotist and self-proclaimed Subconscious Wizard who has guided over 1,000 people through deep inner transformation. After leaving a high-profile corporate consulting career, Michelle dedicated her work to helping visionary women reconnect with who they truly are beyond success, beyond titles, and beyond the noise. In t...

Dive into a powerful conversation with Sean Atkinson, Strategic Implementation Specialist and founder of Majority Media LLC, who brings over 30 years of experience in advertising and marketing to the table. Sean helps business owners bridge the gap between strategy and execution, guiding them from $0 to $250K+ in sustainable growth through clarity, structure, and aligned action. In this episode, S...

Dive into a transformative conversation with Dr. Jonathan Glass, Naturopathic Doctor, Licensed Master Acupuncturist, Ayurvedic Practitioner, and author of The Total Life Cleanse. With over three decades of experience in integrative medicine, Jonathan brings together the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, the energetic balance of acupuncture, and the precision of modern naturopathy to illuminate what true...

Dive into the transformative world of B2B trust-building, content strategy, and human-centered branding with Stefan Badertscher, founder of PINAVOX and creator of the Rapid Trust Engine™. With over two decades of experience in marketing and industrial branding, Stefan has mastered the art of turning invisible B2B companies into the most visible and trusted names in their niche. As the founder of P...

Dive into the transformative world of intimacy, emotional healing, and authentic connection with Xanet Pailet, founder of Passionate Intimacy Retreats, bestselling author, and former healthcare lawyer. After 26 years in a sexless marriage, Xanet Pailet embarked on a deeply personal journey of sexual and emotional healing—one that would redefine her life and career. Today, as a sex and intimacy coa...

Dive into the transformative world of purpose-driven marketing and human-centered leadership with Timothy Morgan, founder and CEO of Giver Marketing Network. As the founder of the Giver Marketing Network, Timothy Morgan helps mission-minded entrepreneurs and organizations grow their influence through authentic, relationship-based marketing. Known for his heart-centered approach, he blends generosi...

Dive into the world of AI-driven finance, entrepreneurship, and innovation with Alexander Wulff, co-founder and CEO of Scaleup Finance, the company behind Nume, the world’s first AI CFO. From founding his first deep-tech company at 20 to raising over $20 million across multiple rounds, Alexander Wulff embodies the future of financial innovation. What began as Scaleup Finance, a CFO-as-a-Service mo...

Dive into the insightful world of branding, authenticity, and human connection in marketing with Emanuel Rose, founder of Strategic eMarketing, author, and outdoorsman. With over 30 years of experience in branding, advertising, and business strategy, Emanuel Rose has built a career helping companies grow from the ground up through genuine, results-driven marketing. As the founder and CEO of Strate...

Dive into the world of mental toughness, discipline, and performance mastery with Sandy Cohan, founder of Mental Edge Hockey, mindset coach, author, and speaker. With over 35 years of experience in hockey and athlete development, Sandy has coached thousands of players—from youth to pro—to sharpen their focus, strengthen their confidence, and perform under pressure. As the founder of Mental Edge Ho...

Dive into the transformative world of wellness, faith, and personal rebirth with Mike Beverly, creator of Worldwide Cellular Health and author of Art Corps and The Healing Divide. After surviving a near-fatal health crisis in 2020, Mike turned his pain into purpose—devoting his life to teaching others how to reclaim health naturally and spiritually. From his roots as a music teacher and profession...

From the nightlife scene of Miami to the forefront of venture capital and creative writing, Shaun Gold has lived multiple lives in one. Through his company OpenVC, he’s redefining how founders connect with investors and how individuals can thrive as modern polymaths in an AI-saturated world. In this episode, Shaun unpacks the Polymath Mindset, revealing why the future belongs to generalists who co...