The Pursue Whole Podcast

What happens when you suddenly realize that you’re in a relationship that has become disconnected? Andy and Kim explore this dynamic in part 3 of our series on dysfunctional patterns in relationships: The Pinch.  At Pursue Whole®, we define “The Pinch” as the wedge that comes between people in a relationship. Usually, these partnerships start strong, but the stressors or complexities of life have...

In part 2 of our series on Dysfunctional Patterns in Relationships, Andy and Kim explore the more avoidant type they call, The Void.  This type often focuses more on things outside the relationship and can forget to look inward, becoming disconnected in relationships and from themselves. In this episode, you’ll hear: What type of experiences can lead to becoming more avoidant How this dynamic can...

Today, Andy and Kim continue their discussion on dysfunctional patterns in relationships. In the intro to this series, they presented three models of relational dysfunction: The Stagnation, The Void, and the Pinch. Today's episode dives into “The Stagnation."  If you struggle with asking for help or find yourself constantly adjusting yourself to make other people happy, this episode is f...

"We shape our buildings; thereafter they shape us." - Winston Churchill In today’s episode, Andy interviews Jack Debartolo, co-founder and principal architect of Debartolo Architects . For over twenty-five years, Jack’s studio in Downtown Phoenix has served a diverse range of clients and earned numerous AIA design awards , as well as the 2012 AIA AZ Firm of the Year. As leaders, we often...

Leadership cannot be untied from relationships. While Pursue Whole focuses heavily on a leader’s relationship with themself (self-leadership), today, Andy and Kim specifically discuss relationships with others.  In part 1 of this 5 part series on relationships, Andy and Kim discuss: Deeply rooted patterns that lead to relational dysfunction Three models of relational dysfunction: The Stagnation, T...

Today's podcast is with Deborah Calla. Deborah has served as the Chair of the Diversity Committee of the Producers Guild of America (PGA), the West Coast Chair of Women's Impact Network (PGA), and currently runs the Media Access Awards . Since Deborah started running the Media Access Awards in 2010, the organization has grown into the premier showcase for disability inclusion in film, TV...

Today, Andy breaks down 10 questions intended to help you build better relationships. These can be applied to a wide variety of relationships, such as those with co-founders, executive team members, spouses, friends, and even your children.  These 10 questions will help you stay present with someone and help you foster depth, awareness, & growth as a person. The best gift you can give someone...

Today’s podcast is with our newest coach, Kim Dioszegi. With a background as a licensed therapist and business owner, Kim understands the unique struggles, pressures, and stressors of the high-level leaders she serves. She has successfully grown and built two businesses, one of which is an Olympic Weightlifting Studio in which she is the co-owner with her husband—a 2004 Olympic team member. In thi...

Today, Andy dissects the CEO Genome Project - a 10-year study that assessed 17,000 C-suite executives and came up with four essential behaviors all of these leaders shared. Andy shifts the focus to share the emotional and relational barriers that can keep leaders from succeeding in these behaviors.  In this episode, you’ll learn: 2 important questions to ask yourself in order to become a more deci...

David Park is the founder of Supra Solem , a family investment vehicle that collaborates with leaders, organizations, and businesses that are seeking to make all things new.  In today’s podcast, David opens up about the season of his life that led to him leaving his career in real estate investing to pursue wholehearted health, entrepreneurship, and economic development. In this episode, you’ll he...

If you work with, live with, or are in a relationship with other humans, relational fractures are inevitable. Therefore, the ability to repair them is a key component of having healthy relationships. If apologizing and owning your personal relational failings is hard for you, then this episode is for you!  In today’s episode, Andy covers: Why all healthy, whole, and authentic relationships have fr...

Today’s podcast is with Brian Mohr, Co-Founder of Anthym , a company that creates powerful team connection experiences specifically designed for remote teams. Brian has an extensive career ranging from his earlier involvement with Jobing.com , Y-Scouts , and Conscious Capitalism .  Through his experiences, he’s now channeling his energy toward unlocking the power of authentic human connection thro...

In this short 5 minute episode, Andy shares the importance of taking time off during the holidays. We believe that rest is creating space for an opportunity as opposed to constant action and accomplishment. Our next episode will air on January 4th, 2022 so we encourage you to use this time to pause and reflect on what matters most in your work, life, and relationships. 

Today's podcast is with Olenka Cullinan, founder of iStartFirst , a company that empowers women nationally and globally to up-level their business and mindset. As a speaker, consultant, and coach, Olenka brings the conversation of gender EQ to corporate culture.  In this conversation you'll hear: The known neurological differences between male and female brains How embracing the unique g...

In this final episode of our 3-part series, we’re going to be looking at how you can develop a healthy sense of candor in your life and your leadership. If you struggle with hard conversations or feel anxiety and dread around conflict, this episode is for you. If you missed parts 1 and 2 of this series, you can find them here . In today’s episode, you’ll learn: Why you may fear candor if you have...

In today's episode, Andy interviews Lance Villio, Founder and CEO for Think Native . Prior to Think Native, served as President of the international nonprofit, I Am Second , he contributed to scaling the nationally recognized conference, Q Ideas , and was a founding staff member of Restore NYC . In this episode Lance shares: His personal journey that lead to leading national organizations Dea...

Today we are continuing our discussion around compassion and candor. If you missed the first episode in this series, we'd encourage you to listen to it here .  In part 1 of this series, we expressed that the whole leader is one who possesses both a high level of compassion and candor.  In this second episode, Andy digs deeper into: How compassion can shape your leadership for the better. 3 pr...

Today’s podcast is with Erik Averill: Co-Founder and Partner at AWM Capital . He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) Professional and a Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA®). Prior to AWM, Erik was a professional baseball player. He is the co-author of “PAID: How To Maximize Your Signing Bonus, Simplify The Money Game and Secure Your Future.” and is the host of the Athlete CEO podcast . Er...

How do I balance compassion or empathy with candor? How do I say the things that need to be said without feeling like a jerk or feeling disconnected? This week, Andy opens a new 3-part series: Compassion & Candor.  In this episode, you’ll hear: The interplay of compassion & candor and why it’s important to possess both in high quantities Andy’s definition of both compassion & candor  H...

In today's episode, Andy interviews Trevor Hightower of Craftwork Group who opens up about his own journey to emotional wholeness. ⁠ ⁠ In this episode you'll hear: Trevor's story of a missed opportunity The power of a second chance, Trevor's raw thoughts on why pursuing emotional health is hard but worth it for those you love most & much more!

What is grief? What causes it? We all have shared experiences, but no one has the same experience. This is why grief can be so lonely and difficult to deal with.  In this episode, you’ll hear: How undealt grief affects leaders  How to assess where you are in your journey with grief   What is means to make meaning out of your grief Two options for dealing with your grief How grief shapes you as a l...

This week's episode is with Alex Stavros. Alex is the CEO at Embark Behavioral Health - the premier Mental Health Treatment for Teens and Young Adults.   Alex is on the show to share how and why leaders who are parents need to connect with their kids in more authentic ways. In this show you'll hear: The importance of treating the relationship with your children differently than you treat...

Does our behavior and lifestyle impact those closest to us in either positive or negative ways? [02:47] Framingham Heart Study   People in the study were 57% more likely to become obese if they had a friend who was obese.   [03:12] In researching emotional health, the study found that those who had a happy friend had a 15% increase in their own happiness. Amazingly, they found that having a friend...

How many leaders are experiencing burnout these days? Burnout doesn’t just happen to us - it occurs because of patterns & systems that aren’t working to our benefit.  This week, Andy walks us through 4 patterns that most often lead to burnout and practical ways to mitigate its effects in your work, life, and relationship.  In this episode you’ll hear: When stress becomes toxic. Andy describes...

This week's episode is with Eddy Badrina, CEO at Eden Green Technology. In this episode, Eddy shares some of the success he has had in business but dives deep into the hardships that have shaped him into a whole leader.  Learn more about Eddy and Eden Green Technology at edengreen.com