The NextBetter Podcast

Being service-minded is no secret when it comes to building meaningful relationships (in business or in life). But perhaps that cliche ask of "How can I help you?" may not be the best way to foster our connections with others. In this episode of the NextBetter Podcast, Lucas Woody sits down with Matt Maudlin, the mastermind behind an innovative app that quantifies your networking efforts...

Have you ever wondered if it's possible to turn profound personal upheaval into a coaching career that encompasses mind, body, and spirit? Meet Kent Wilson. Kent, originally a Lutheran pastor, navigated a transformative journey through teaching, overseas leadership, and a painful departure from church leadership, which reinvented his career toward holistic wellness coaching. With decades of di...

Could spirituality be the compass that guides us through stormy waters of fast and uncertain change? Join us as we delve into the transformative counsel of Traver Butcher, the cross-cultural sherpa who guides individuals through the spiritual and cultural complexities of uprooting their lives. With a background steeped in international coaching, Traver doesn’t just cross borders; he transcends the...

Is it possible to measure the health of your social life as accurately as your heartbeat? Enter Nicole Beeman-Cadwallader, an architect of emotional connection and a guide to the less-charted terrains of social wellness. Having once navigated the stormy seas of a mental health crisis at 15, Nicole transformed her challenges into a beacon of hope for others. Carving out a career in education and pe...

Is it possible to redefine the golden years as a time of strength, vitality, and adventure? Meet Dan Ritchie, a trailblazer reimagining the narrative of aging. With an extensive background in high-performance training and a commitment to enhancing the lives of older adults, Dan isn't your typical fitness expert. By shifting his focus to those over 65, he's on a mission to not only prevent...

We all have stressful jobs. Maybe not "Bomb Squad/Hostage Negotiator" stressful...but still. So if those individuals had a coach to get them through the stressful times, you might want to hear some of their tips, right? Meet Suzanna Hasnay, a retired FBI agent who pirouetted from the precision of classical dance to the intensity of federal investigation, only to find her balance through...

Welcome to NextBetter's latest podcast episode where Host Lucas Woody welcomes expert guest Bryce Patz to dissect the vital roles of green spaces and community engagement in cultivating environmental wellness. This episode empowers listeners to harmonize with their surroundings and contribute to ongoing city management and environmental policies. Listen in on this discussion that not only plants t...

Have you ever considered that your office might be showing symptoms of anemia? Not your typical iron-deficiency scenario, but a figurative draining of energy and spirit that begs for a cultural transfusion. Enter Rita Ernst, an organizational maestro who doesn’t just read the room; she rewires it. Rita, a confessed Positivity Influencer and expert in the enigmatic field of organizational psycholog...

Welcome to the NextBetter Podcast ! In this special recap episode, we'll take a look back at the insightful conversations and valuable lessons learned from the first ten expert interviews . Host Lucas Woody shares the key takeaways and highlights from each episode, covering occupational, physical, social, financial, and spiritual wellness. From aligning with your organization to finding meanin...

On this episode of the NextBetter Podcast , Lucas Woody hosts Angie Redmon to discuss occupational wellness . Angie is a master of behavioral psychology and uses her knowledge to help create positive work environments. Focusing on autonomous, inclusive cultures, she encourages constant small improvements for overall better ment. Angie also reinforces the need to place equal priority on emotional w...

Looking to explore your identity and purpose in spiritual wellness? Join host Lucas Woody as he dives deep into these topics with spiritual wellness expert, Bobby Barbour . Discover the transformative practice of daily examination that can help you reflect on your behaviors and awareness each day. Bobby shares insights on recognizing a higher power, expressing gratitude, and focusing on personal g...

Are you looking to improve your financial situation and achieve your financial goals? Join host Lucas Woody on the NextBetter Podcast as he delves into the world of personal finance with Bob Falk Financial . In this episode, Lucas explores the key insights from Bob Falk, a full-time credit counselor dedicated to helping individuals struggling with their finances. From tracking expenses to understa...

Host Lucas Woody sits down with financial expert Jim Vitou to explore the intersection of financial success and wellness. Together, they dive into the importance of reflection and goal-setting, and encourage them to take a much needed pause in their lives to make progress faster, and better. From debunking common misconceptions about personal finance to discussing the power of purpose in driving f...

Welcome back to the NextBetter Podcast! In this episode, titled "Strengthening Your Financial Foundation for a Stress-Free Future," we have a special guest, Rick Davis. A former CPA and now a financial advisor and coach, Rick shares his expertise on achieving financial wellness and improving your financial situation, no matter your age or current circumstances. Throughout the episode, Rick emphasi...

Ikigai, Flow, comfortable and confident. Occupational Wellness may be hard to define, but Bob says "you'll know it when you feel it." We've all felt what it's like when you're NOT feeling your job. But how can we tell when we're "occupationally sick" before we get "sick of it" and do something we regret? Bob Paden has 25+ years of being a "corporate weenie," and several more being a "corporate ref...

Don't want to work out 4 days a week? No problem. Want to go for the gold? Let's do it. Don't like discomfort.....about that....Damien Michel has been in the physical fitness world for nearing a decade, and in that time he's built an impressive resume. Personal training, research, starting a culture, he embodies his motto of DTx2, or "Do The Damn Thing!"As we continue to search for the blueprint o...

What have you seen in society after 27 years of police work? Just about everything. Pat Flannelly's service in the armed forces, as Chief of Police, and now as a Coptimizer has given him some pretty impressive stories...and it also gives him a platform to talk about what true social sickness (and fitness) can look like. If we want to get better, we have to know what we're struggling with, and what...

It's not every week you go from seeing someone take their last breath from a preventable disease to providing a cutting edge medical procedure to a high-level athlete...unless you're Marc Estes. Starting is career in emergency medicine, Marc has seen just about every level of sickness imaginable (and has some pretty hilarious stories, if you get a chance to meet him). But after years of de...

What happens when an individual and a company mix, but don't align? Workplace dread, apathy, hatred towards your co-workers, and worst of all....a lack of purpose. But if you knew what it meant to be "sick" in the workplace, and what "Occupational Fitness" looked like, perhaps you could make yourself a little more aligned in your current (or next) job. In this first episode of 80+ expert interview...

What's your biggest fear....snakes? Clowns? Heights? How about being stuck, unable to move, unable to grow, unable to THRIVE? I've yet to meet another human being that didn't want to become better in SOME way. Knowing HOW to get better? Now there's a problem we've all faced. Especially figuring out: Where to begin What direction to go How to focus our efforts for the most effective outcome I'm no...