The Story Engine Podcast

In high-pressure corporate environments, great ideas often die—not because they're bad ideas, but because they're poorly communicated. In this episode, communication expert Namaan Mian joins Kyle to unpack the art and science of storytelling inside organizations where decisions move slowly, egos run high, and clarity is rare. Namaan has mastered how to help leaders across levels—from emerging mana...

Most entrepreneurs prepare for growth, partnership, and success—but few prepare for what happens when a business partnership ends. In this episode of The Story Engine Podcast, attorney Margeaux Thomas pulls back the curtain on one of the most emotionally charged and financially high-stakes challenges a founder can face: the business divorce . Margeaux specializes in helping founders, partners, and...

For over four decades, Ravi Sawhney has shaped the world through human-centered innovation—from the first touchscreen experiences at Xerox PARC to iconic products and services that have improved millions of lives. In this episode of The Story Engine Podcast, Ravi shares the timeless principles behind his psychoesthetic methodology: a design philosophy rooted in emotion, memory, and how an experien...

What if the stress, chaos, and hidden workload of managing your property while living abroad could be replaced with clarity, control, and peace of mind? In this episode, I sit down with Oscar Rubio, founder and CEO of Lodgering, a SaaS platform designed to solve one of the most emotionally taxing problems in real estate and mobility: managing a home from thousands of miles away. Oscar shares the d...

Most entrepreneurs dream of selling their business someday—but few understand what truly makes a company sellable… or why so many founders end up blindsided and disappointed when they finally sit down with buyers. In this episode, Russell "The Marketect" Lundstrom—serial entrepreneur, advisor to thousands of founders, and creator of the Marketect methodology—reveals why most businesses fail to get...

What if "celebrity" wasn't something you waited to be granted—but something you could engineer ? In this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Clint Arthur , an artist and engineer in the craft of celebrity. Clint has built an entire methodology around creating, manufacturing, and leveraging celebrity so entrepreneurs can amplify their message, rise above the noise, and become the...

Selling high-ticket transformational services isn't just a skill—it's a personal evolution . In this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Brook Bishop , an expert in high-ticket transformational sales. Together, we explore why selling deep, meaningful transformation requires you to embody that transformation yourself. Brook shares her philosophy on selling with confidence, integri...

Everyone wants a more profitable business—but most entrepreneurs don't actually know what creates profit, let alone how to consistently increase it. Growing revenue is one thing. Taking home more money is another. In this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Joe Abreu , an expert in helping business owners identify where profit is leaking, where opportunity is hiding, and how to b...

Writing a book isn't just about words on a page—it's about building authority and creating a strategic asset that moves your business forward. In this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Bill Blankschaen , a master at helping experts turn their ideas into influential books that drive real business results. Bill shares his unique framework for authoring with purpose, why most expe...

In a world dominated by clicks, funnels, and automation, is it possible we've lost the human touch? On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Sam Wakefield , a sales expert and personal development leader who's on a mission to bring door-to-door sales back into industries that have become overly reliant on digital marketing. Sam shares why face-to-face conversations are still o...

The coaching world is booming—but most platforms only make the business side more complicated. What if you had a tool that didn't just organize your coaching practice, but actually made you a better coach? On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Mitch Russo , serial entrepreneur and founder of multiple software and coaching companies. Mitch introduces Click Coach , a powerful...

Every story you tell—whether on stage, in a book, or in a conversation—has the power to change how people see you, themselves, and what's possible. But often, we miss the deeper truths in our own stories until someone reflects them back to us. On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Amanda Johnson , a master storyteller who helps people uncover new possibilities by expressing...

High achievers often look successful on the outside—yet underneath, anxiety, self-doubt, and pressure can take a heavy toll. What if the very drive that fuels achievement could also lead to peace and calm, instead of burnout? In this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Dr. Patricia Zurita-Ona , a clinical psychologist who specializes in helping ambitious leaders and high performe...

What if fitness wasn't just about building muscle or burning calories—but about reshaping the way you lead, work, and live? On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Mycal Anders , a fitness coach who helps high achievers and executives create total life transformation through the discipline of fitness. Mycal shares why training the body is the gateway to unlocking clarity, res...

Entrepreneurs often find themselves juggling too many platforms—emails, landing pages, websites, and social media—leaving them stuck in complexity instead of flow. What if you could bring all of that under  one roof and create more freedom, ease, and simplicity in your business? On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Lisza Crisalle , an expert at streamlining systems and bui...

How do you move from the depths of grief to a life of joy, purpose, and transformation? On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Alisa Cooper , founder of Cocoon to Butterfly —a movement, program, and experience designed to guide people through the painful seasons of loss and help them emerge with renewed hope and joy. Alisa shares her deeply personal journey, the lessons she'...

What if fear, stress, and even pain weren't enemies to overcome—but powerful allies? On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Akshay Nanavati , founder and author of  Fearvana . Akshay has built his life and mission around transforming our relationship with negative emotions—teaching us how to channel fear, struggle, and discomfort into fuel for growth, clarity, and resilience...

What if you could get clarity on life's biggest decisions—not by overthinking, but by listening? On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Ed Rush , former fighter pilot, serial entrepreneur, and bestselling author. Ed shares powerful stories from his time in the cockpit and the boardroom, and reveals the unique process he uses to talk to God and receive insights that guide his...

What if the key to winning over investors wasn't just in your numbers—but in the story you tell? On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Ben Wiener , author of Fever Pitch , a fictional story crafted to teach startup founders how to captivate investors. Ben shares why so many pitches fail, how storytelling bridges the gap between vision and funding, and why a well-told narrat...

How do you go from writing hit jingles for major brands to helping people design lives filled with purpose and creativity? On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Paul Hoffman , a master creator who transformed his career in music into a mission to guide others in sculpting their lives . Paul shares how his early days as a musician and jingle-writer taught him the power of st...

What if you could create, launch, and optimize full-scale marketing campaigns in minutes—without needing a big team or weeks of effort? In this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Mike Filsaime , legendary software creator and founder of some of the most powerful tools for online entrepreneurs. Mike introduces Click Campaigns , his newest platform that puts the power of AI under...

High-achieving women often face invisible roadblocks—patterns of thought, deep-seated beliefs, and subconscious habits that keep them from truly thriving. But what if you could move past those obstacles without years of rehashing the same painful memories in talk therapy? In this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Alexus Rae Lopez , a master NLP practitioner who specializes in h...

What if you could distill the who you serve and the why you do it into just six to ten powerful words—and use it to unlock a whole new level of success? On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with Mitchell Levy , an expert executive coach and master at creating what he calls executive abundance . We explore how one concise, well-crafted phrase can become the guiding compass for y...

If you're a speaker, coach, or expert looking to get on more aligned, high-impact stages—this episode is your roadmap. On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast , I sit down with James Feldman—master speaker, serial entrepreneur, and AI innovator—to discuss one of the most powerful new tools available to speakers today. James shares how his platform helps thought leaders discover curated, strate...

On this episode of  The Story Engine Podcast , we sit down with Dharma Funder , a coach who works with high-achieving leaders and entrepreneurs on the nervous system level to unlock lasting growth and clarity. Rather than chasing more productivity hacks or external solutions, Dharma helps clients regulate their internal state to create success from the inside out. This conversation explores how ca...