The Restless Renegade Podcast

In this episode, Matt is the podcast host and joins Marita to dive into her debut book, A Renegade's Journey to Stillness . She opens up about what inspired her to write it, the deeper meaning behind the story, and the powerful call to action at its core. It's an honest, thought-provoking conversation you won't want to miss. Matt Halloran is the Co-Founder of ProudMouth, TED X Speaker and host of...

Matt Halloran, a storyteller, speaker, and advocate for genuine connection in a world filled with noise. He has  made it his mission to bridge the gap between people through the transformative power of listening. In his compelling book, Shut the F@%* up and Listen: How to Solve the World's Problems, Matt shares raw, real-life stories and practical insights that cut through the chaos of modern life...

Dr. Paul Rivera, he is a catalyst for positive change through his multifaceted career in strategic coaching, diplomacy, international economics, and academia. As the co-founder of BeActChange, his mission is to spark profound growth and alignment in individuals, teams, and organizations worldwide. With a PhD in Economics from the University of Southern California, Dr. Rivera is a professional in s...

Jeff has designed for and dressed Giselle Bundchen, Taylor Swift, The Jonas Brothers, Rihanna, Cara Delevigne, Suzy Cameron, Def Leppard, Kings of Leon, and other artists out of his Nashville hometown. He recently won an Emmy for his sustainable documentary "Remastered" produced by Design Sensory which shines a light on the toxins in fashion and health implications along with the artist's journey....

Cris Ascunce a Miami native whose journey from advertising to novel writing was as curvy as her Cuban roots. After years of crafting clever slogans to lure visitors to the vibrant city of Miami, she realized that her true calling was not in catchy taglines but in penning stories about her beloved hometown. Armed with a degree in Advertising from Florida International University, Cris embarked on a...

John Pabon has spent two decades in the business of saving our Earth. After leaving his role at the United Nations, John traveled the world studying the impacts of sustainability first-hand in factories,on fields, and in Fortune 500s. Over his 20-year career, he's had the privilege of working with the United Nations, McKinsey, A.C. Nielsen, and as a consultant with BSR, the world's largest sustain...

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Jesse J. Anderson is writer, speaker, coach, ADHD advocate, and maker of things. Diagnosed at 36, Jesse writes about his insights and experiences living with ADHD in the weekly newsletter, Extra Focus , helping over sixty thousand readers navigate their own ADHD journeys or better understand their loved ones. He is known for his humorous, relatable, and insightful posts about ADHD under the handle...

Peter Mutabazi is an entrepreneur, an international advocate for children, and the founder of Now I Am Known, a corporation that supplies resources that encourage and affirm children. A single father of 6 and foster dad to many, Mutabazi is a former street kid who has worked for World Vision, Compassion International, and the Red Cross, and has appeared on media outlets such as the BBC and the TOD...

My guest today is Scott Shute, he is the former Head of Mindfulness and Compassion at LinkedIn. He blends his experience as a Silicon Valley executive with his lifelong practice and passion as a wisdom seeker and teacher. He has been a pioneer in creating workplace mindfulness programs and advancing the discussion around compassion in the work context. He is the author of the highly acclaimed book...

Chad Peevy is a best-selling author, award-winning speaker on the topic of human behavior, and founder of the Institute for Human Progress and Development. He has worked with thousands of high-performing professionals from around the world  - helping them achieve greater clarity, perspective, and overall well-being.  His insights have been recognized by Keller Williams Realty, MAPS Coaching, Brend...

Adam has 16 years of hands-on and management NetSuite experience, Adam is a creative and well-rounded technical leader with a unique blend of engineering, functional and architectural perspectives, and expertise. As a thoughtful and determined problem-solver, Adam delivers the extra drive and vision that ensures solutions maximize client benefits. He is also the host of The Change podcast. In this...

Jeremy is an executive life coach, a mindfulness trainer, and a former Buddhist monk. Jeremy overcame addiction, shame, self-judgment, and depression in his early twenties with the help of mindfulness meditation and Buddhist philosophy, which not only helped him let go of destructive behaviors, it also allowed him to connect with deeper meaning and purpose in his life. Learn about his journey, by...

Noah is the Executive Director of the Foundation for Mindful Living and host of the Secular Buddhism podcast. He teaches mindfulness and Buddhist philosophy online and in workshops all around the world. He continually strives to work with others to make the world a better place as he studies, embodies and teaches the fundamentals of Buddhist philosophy - integrating Buddhist teachings,  modern sci...

My guest today is Kyle Elliot, an award winning career coach, he works with fortune 500 companies such as Google, Amazon and Microsoft and people who are looking to find roles in those companies. He has also taught leadership classes in General Assembly and many more.  Make sure to listen to the entire episode as Kyle shares some words of wisdom and free tools to get you started.  Skillshare - 2 P...

Steven Kotler an American author, journalist, and entrepreneur. His articles have appeared in over 70 publications, including The New York Times, LA Times, Wired and more. He is best known for his non-fiction books, including the New York Times bestseller The Rise of Superman and The Art of Impossible. Skillshare - 2 Premium Weeks Free: https://skillshare.eqcm.net/maritaespada Free Resources -   h...

Christian Straka has developed a unique approach to mindset training through applying evidence-based mindfulness techniques in sports. Christian has been practicing mindfulness for many years, is a Unified Mindfulness L² Coach, a member of the Mindfulness Facilitation program at UCLA's Mindfulness Awareness Research Center at the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior and a member of...

Edward Gobris is a former corporate professional turned performance coach, content creator, and keynote speaker, helping immigrants and first-generation professionals thrive in their career and life. His turning point was when his mindset shifted to believing he was put on his planet to make a massive difference and remind others of their infinite potential. He is the founder of Career Meets World...

A former award-winning Writer/Producer for Comedy Central and currently Dean of Students in NYC, where he has pioneered the use of Mindfulness in diverse educational environments from high school to college. Brian has vigorously maintained an intensive daily Mindfulness practice since the 1990's and studies extensively on retreat with world masters. He completed teacher training at the Center for...

Nick Loper used to have a corporate job, the typical M-F from 9am - 5pm. Now he is the founder of The Side Hustle Nation and the host of The Side Hustle Show. Nick has been featured in The New York Times, Entrepreneur and has done a TED talk on The Entrepreneurial Generation. He shares real life experiences and tips on how to kick-off your Side Hustle, and eventually create a full time gig. Join m...

Shawn Harper is a former 7 Year American football offensive tackle in the NFL, who has played for the Rams and Colts and he also appeared on MTV 's Made. Shawn knows what it feels like to encounter failures, roadblocks and disappointments. Growing up on the south side of Columbus, Ohio, Shawn had to overcome failure, adversity and learning disabilities. But he discovered the secrets to unlocking "...

Johnny Crowder is a musician, a TED Talk Speaker, a mental health and sobriety advocate and the founder of Cope Notes. Through both music and motivational speaking, Crowder's testimony has impacted millions of lives across the globe by de-mystifying taboo psychological principles and sensitive topics with levity and wit. His business Cope Notes, is a positive psychology-based subscription service...

Madison Mellish took her passion for dogs and wine and turned it into the side passion-hustle project of her dreams. Like many others that are heads down in the daily grind from M-F from 9 to 5, she decided to create your weekly whine. A weekly newsletter of wine knowledge + all the dog content you need to get you through to Friday happy hour, along with some classes and a shop where you can get y...

Jen Ruiz is a lawyer turned full-time travel blogger and author. She is a #1 Amazon bestselling author and two-time Readers' Favorite Award winner. She is a 3-time TEDx speaker and has been featured by The Washington Post, Huffington Post and ABC News. Learn more about the Podcast and other projects: https://maritaespada.com/   Support The Podcast & Marita's Work By Visiting: https://www.patreon.c...

Dr. Steve Yacovelli, also known as the gay leadership dude. Has spent 25 years studying and learning and teaching what it takes to be a great leader. From the high seas to the boardroom, from corporate educator to entrepreneur, his life's work is helping others harness and leverage their leadership abilities. Now he's using that extensive knowledge to help members of the LGBTQ+ community become le...