The Meaningful Podcast

Dive into the world of criminal law, advocacy, and the human side of the justice system with Daniela Velandia, lawyer and co-founder of Velandia & Pouyes Avocats. As a passionate criminal defense lawyer, Daniela dedicates her career to giving voice to the accused and ensuring fairness in every stage of the legal process. Through her practice, she highlights the complexity of justice, the importanc...

Dive into the world of leadership mastery, organizational performance, and human capital innovation with Dr. Jeffrey Magee, CSP, CMC, CBE, PDM, founder of the Changeformational™ Mastery Institute. With a career spanning over 40 years, Dr. Magee has journeyed from youth entrepreneur to Fortune 100 executive, bestselling author, and global keynote speaker. He has written more than 36 books, includin...

Dive into the inspiring world of leadership, resilience, and public service with Timothy Mabry, Navy veteran, former fire officer, and founder of Lead Through Fire. A proud 6th-generation Texan, Timothy’s life has been defined by service and conviction. From serving aboard the USS Arleigh Burke and exposing wrongdoing, to leading teams as a fire officer through life-and-death emergencies, his stor...

Dive into the transformative world of financial literacy, money mindset, and entrepreneurship with Bill Haase, founder of Money Mindset Media LLC. As an author, educator, and podcast host, Bill is dedicated to teaching financial literacy and empowering people to take control of their money stories. Through Money Mindset Media, he helps entrepreneurs and everyday individuals understand the psycholo...

Dive into the joyful world of faith, imagination, and creative storytelling with S. S. Coulter, founder of Planet Fassa and author of God’s Dad Jokes. With a passion for inspiring fun, lighthearted worship, and childlike wonder, S. S. brings to life a vision of helping kids rediscover play and creativity beyond the screen. Through her children’s books and wellness company The Fassa Tails and Plane...

Dive into the world of sales mastery, neuroresilience, and entrepreneurial balance with Kirstin Carey, founder of Evolve Sales Consulting. With over 30 years of sales and entrepreneurship experience, Kirstin has built multiple six- and seven-figure businesses, both brick-and-mortar and online. After healing from two autoimmune conditions, she discovered that financial success means little if it co...

Dive into the transformative journey of Marques Ogden, former NFL player, five-time bestselling author, keynote speaker, and business consultant. From humble beginnings and a successful NFL career to losing nearly $2 million in 90 days after a failed business, Marques’ story is one of resilience, authenticity, and leadership. After hitting rock bottom working as a custodian for $8.25 an hour, Marq...

Dive into the world of content marketing, psychology, and SEO with Alison Ver Halen, founder of AV Writing Services LLC. With a background in English and Psychology, Alison discovered her path into marketing when she began writing blog posts for a law firm—and never looked back. Today, she helps businesses attract, engage, and convert their ideal clients by blending storytelling, copywriting, and...

Dive into the world of wildlife artistry, entrepreneurship, and creative innovation with James Corwin, founder of Corwin Galleries. From humble beginnings selling his paintings on the streets of Santa Fe to building a multi-million-dollar art brand, James has redefined what it means to be an artist in today’s world. His gallery in Montana’s Bitterroot Valley thrives as a hub of creativity, busines...

Dive into the transformative world of high performance, mindset, and prosperity with Jeni Jonte, founder of Eliminate Impossible. With a background in physical therapy and years of studying under Bob Proctor’s Thinking Into Results program, Jeni helps entrepreneurs, sales professionals, and business owners break free from limiting beliefs and unlock their true potential. In this episode, Jeni shar...

Dive into the transformative world of authentic selling with Aleasha Bahr, founder of Black Sheep Sales and creator of the Black Sheep Method. With over 15 years of experience crafting personalized sales strategies, Aleasha has helped entrepreneurs and businesses sell tens of millions in offers—without pressure, pitching, or pretending to be someone else. In this episode, Aleasha breaks down how t...

Plonger dans le monde innovant du développement des affaires avec Simon Deschenes, fondateur de AUX B2B. Cet épisode marque l’inauguration officielle de la série québécoise, une branche spéciale du Meaningful Podcast, consacrée aux conversations profondes en français avec des entrepreneurs et leaders visionnaires du Québec. Simon partage son parcours entrepreneurial, son expertise en social sellin...

Dive into the world of idea sharing, support systems, and thought leadership with Sam Pepin and guest Mark J. Carter, founder of ONE80, LLC and author of Idea Climbing: How to Create a Support System for Your Next Big Idea. With over 25 years of interviewing and researching successful people, Mark has transformed his curiosity into a methodology that helps entrepreneurs bridge the gap between insp...

Dive into the dynamic world of financial technology with Sam Pepin and guest Andres Klaric, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Fuse. With a career that began on Wall Street, Andres identified systemic inefficiencies in lending that inspired him to create a platform designed to level the playing field for small and mid-sized banks and credit unions. Fuse simplifies loan origination with low-code APIs, self-s...

Dive into the deeply human and financial realities of longer lifespans with Sam Pepin and guest Michael Banner, host of the 62WhoKnew Podcast . With decades of experience in retirement planning, insurance, and financial strategies for aging populations, Michael brings a unique perspective shaped by his years as a caretaker for his father. His story intertwines personal legacy, professional insight...

Dive into the innovative world of business strategy and storytelling with Sam Pepin and guest Jeffrey Borschowa, founder of Pharos Business Services Inc. and creator of the Business Catalyst Crew . A multi-potentialite who aspires to become a polymath, Jeffrey blends his background in accounting, strategy, and neurodiverse thinking with a passion for curiosity, storytelling, and the transformative...

Dive into the transformative world of emotional intelligence and performance leadership with Sam Pepin and guest Jd Walter, co-founder and president of Walteric LLC . With over 30 years of experience spanning the U.S. Navy, the Department of Health and Human Services, and multiple federal consulting roles, Jd brings a rare perspective on leadership that combines structure, strategy, and above all,...

Dive into the transformative world of leadership psychology with Sam Pepin and guest Marina Morgan, founder of The Morgan Impact. As an organizational psychologist and entrepreneur, Marina has spent over 15 years guiding founders, executives, and teams through the psychological and strategic challenges of leadership. From her early career shaping HR strategy for organizations with hundreds of thou...

Dive into the resilient world of entrepreneurship with Sam Pepin and guest Steven Beaver, founder of The TMV Club and creator of The Micro Victory Challenge™. With over 40 years as an entrepreneur and 30 years as a business consultant, Steven has mastered the art of helping entrepreneurs smash roadblocks, double their income, and—most importantly—take more vacations. In this episode, Steven shares...

Dive into the pioneering world of online estate planning with Sam Pepin and guest Tim Hewson, co-founder and CEO of LegalWills. For more than 25 years, Tim has been on a mission to make will writing and estate planning accessible, affordable, and future-ready. What began as a bootstrapped idea in the early 2000s has now helped create over 500,000 wills, more than one million estate planning docume...

Dive into the disciplined yet deeply human world of values-based leadership with Sam Pepin and guest David Nordel, retired U.S. Air Force Command Chief Master Sergeant, author, and founder of Max Fab Consulting. With decades of service, including leading teams in high-pressure environments worldwide, David brings a unique blend of strategic clarity, resilience, and people-first leadership to every...

Exceptional Leadership Dive into the transformative world of empathy-driven leadership with Sam Pepin and guest Michelle J. Howe, founder and president of Empath Evolution. In this compelling episode, Michelle shares how empathy is not just a soft skill—but a catalyst for unlocking authentic power, building stronger connections, and leading with purpose in today’s evolving world. As a powerful edu...

Dive into the extraordinary world of accelerated learning with Sam Pepin and Howard Stephen Berg, the world’s fastest reader. Recognized globally for his groundbreaking techniques, Howard has transformed the way people absorb and retain information. Listed in the 1990 Guinness Book of World Records for reading over 25,000 words per minute and writing more than 100 words per minute, he has dedicate...

Dive into the dynamic world of film, television, and media production with Sam Pepin and guest Dan Griffin, a seasoned creative force with over 25 years in the entertainment industry. From acting and writing to producing and directing, Dan’s career spans collaborations with some of Hollywood’s biggest names and leadership roles driving innovative media initiatives. In this episode, we explore Dan’...

Diane Taylor is the Founder and Principal Consultant of Glow Leadership, where she helps high-performing leaders ignite their highest potential in business, career, and life. With over 30 years of experience across multiple industries, Diane blends sharp strategic thinking with deep intuitive insight to remove internal and external barriers to growth. In this episode, Sam Pepin explores Diane’s jo...