What's in a Name?

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for a journey that crosses borders and dives deep into the power of identity! In this episode, I sit down with an American who’s made Nicaragua his home—and whose very name is a perfect reflection of his life’s work. Our conversation weaves through unexpected stories, cultural discoveries, and the uncanny ways our names can shape our destinies. With every twist and turn,...

Send us Fan Mail Join me for an inspiring conversation with MeAvani, a New Yorker whose name carries both Indian and African origins. When MeAvani first set out to discover the meaning behind her unique name, she had no idea it held two powerful interpretations—each deeply connected to her sense of identity. Listen in as we explore how these meanings have shaped her journey and what her name truly...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode, I sit down with Benedetto—an Italian name that means both "blessing" and "well spoken." True to his name, Benedetto brought warmth, insight, and eloquence to our conversation, making this discussion a genuine delight. What makes this episode even more remarkable is how it came together: scheduled on short notice and entirely unplanned,...

Send us Fan Mail In my 95th podcast episode, I finally get to interview one of the names I have been dying to explore... "Taylor". The name "Taylor" means "cut", which can mean "transformation". Do you know a "Taylor" in your life? Have they transformed their life at least once? I'll be curious to know your thoughts about this one! Support the...

Send us Fan Mail I’m thrilled to announce this special episode featuring a conversation with my boss, Kiyoshi. In this episode, I had the privilege of exploring the unique and meaningful origins of Kiyoshi’s name, which in Japanese means “pure” or “bright.” Kiyoshi was incredibly open and insightful, sharing his perspective on the significance of names and posing thought-provoking questions that d...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I interview my friend Nancy, for the second time with a new set of questions... I know you will love it as much as I did! Support the show Connect with me on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/whats_in_a_name_podcast?igsh=N3F0NjQ3bnduc292&utm_source=qr Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the Intentional Leadership Network: https://www.intent...

Send us Fan Mail I had the genuine pleasure of interviewing Elzette, a remarkable woman currently living in South Africa. From the very start, Elzette’s warmth and gentle spirit shone through, creating an atmosphere that was both inspiring and deeply memorable.  One fascinating detail we uncovered is that the American version of her name is “Elizabeth,” which carries the beautiful meaning, “My God...

Send us Fan Mail The Hebrew name "Hadassah" means "myrtle tree"... associated with righteousness, peace and prosperity. My conversation with a model in NYC named Hadassah was lively and so much fun! Hope you'll give this one a listen. Support the show Connect with me on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/whats_in_a_name_podcast?igsh=N3F0NjQ3bnduc292&utm_source=qr Ref...

Send us Fan Mail This episode holds a special place in my heart. I had the distinct privilege of connecting with Michelle, a names consultant from Australia whom I first encountered on Instagram. Our conversation was an absolute joy—Michelle’s insightful perspectives on the significance of names and the intuition that shapes her work were both captivating and deeply thought-provoking. Her warmth a...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode, I sit down with my dear friend Cassy—who also goes by her middle name, Henrika—for an insightful conversation about identity, heritage, and the power of names. Born and raised in South Africa, Cassy shares her unique journey navigating life with two names, revealing how each has shaped her sense of self and her connections with others. As the ninth country...

Send us Fan Mail I’m excited to share my recent podcast interview with Billy—a true “protector” and “warrior” in every sense of the word. I first met Billy at the DisruptHR event last May, where his kindness, approachability, and open-mindedness immediately stood out. With a wealth of experience in the HR industry, Billy brought invaluable insights to our conversation. We explored not only the evo...

Send us Fan Mail Excited to share my recent podcast interview with Amy Lahmers, MS, Prosci , who was a featured speaker at a recent HRACO meeting. Amy, whose name fittingly means “beloved,” brought valuable insights and warmth to our conversation. Tune in to hear her perspectives on the meaning of her name and how it fits her professional calling in life.  Support the show Connect with me on Insta...

Send us Fan Mail I recently had the pleasure of interviewing a coworker from my company's Sales Department. Beyond his impressive professional insights, I truly enjoyed getting to know Rick on a personal level. Interestingly, the meaning of his name—“brave” and “strong”—perfectly captures his character and approach to challenges. This experience reminded me how understanding the meaning behin...

Send us Fan Mail The name "Ashley" is of English origins and means "ash tree meadow". The ash tree is rich in symbolism, often representing strength, protection, healing, and interconnectedness. This conversation with a complete stranger was certainly a fun one! I hope you'll give it a listen. Support the show Connect with me on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/whats_i...

Send us Fan Mail The name "Kumari", derived from Sanskrit, primarily means "young girl" or "princess". It can also signify "virgin" or "maiden" and is associated with purity and youthfulness. In some contexts, particularly within Hinduism, Kumari is used as a title for young girls revered as living embodiments of the goddess Devi.  Support the show...

Send us Fan Mail I'm excited to share my latest podcast episode featuring Sean Olson, who joined me for an engaging conversation after we both spoke at the recent DisruptHR event in Columbus, Ohio. Sean shared insights that truly resonated with me—perhaps even more than he realized at the time. I was particularly struck by the meaningful connection between his name and his profession, which a...

Send us Fan Mail My interview with Abijot was such a special one.  I am very grateful to incorporate information about onomatology that shines a light on other cultural perspectives. AJ provided such an interesting fact about how his name was chosen... and the last question he asked me was SO thought-provoking! You do not want to miss listening to this episode! Support the show Connect with me on...

Send us Fan Mail I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation with Marie. I found that it was very easy to interview her and I appreciated her perspective. I really hope you'll give this episode a listen. Support the show Connect with me on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/whats_in_a_name_podcast?igsh=N3F0NjQ3bnduc292&utm_source=qr Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the In...

Send us Fan Mail This episode was such an inspiring conversation for me. I learned a lot about names within the Indian culture, as well as how my friend and work colleague finds meaning from his name... which happens to mean " peaceful ". I really hope you will give this one a listen. You won't be disappointed.  Support the show Connect with me on Instagram… https://www.instagram.co...

Send us Fan Mail Loved interviewing Haleigh in this episode... and hearing her wonderful insights to these questions! (You will also hear her sweet little baby girl in the background a tiny bit...) Such a fun conversation!!  (Also, the words I struggled with during this episode were ephemerality and avarice… in case you were wondering lol) Support the show Connect with me on Instagram… https://www...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I share the data collected from Season Three in relation to questions #1 and #7, answer some of my listeners questions, and touch on a recent experience (and lesson learned) about speaking up for myself (and name). Support the show Connect with me on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/whats_in_a_name_podcast?igsh=N3F0NjQ3bnduc292&utm_source=qr Refine your pur...

Send us Fan Mail It was such a delight interviewing Cindy! The name "Cindy" comes from Greek origins and means "light" or "moon" and is associated with the moon goddess Artemis, and the Latin name Lucinda, meaning "light". I think you will feel so much love and light from this Cindy... so grateful to share this conversation with you all! Support the show Con...

Send us Fan Mail I truly enjoyed this conversation... especially because of how much it made me think, and the motivation it gave me to think outside the box. The name "Cameron" comes from Scottish and Gaelic roots, and means "crooked nose" ("cam" (bent, crooked) and "srón" (nose)). During this episode we explore both the fun and thoughtful parts about this...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is probably one of my very favorites that I've ever done... not just because it was with one of my dear friends who I genuinely love and respect... but because she truly provided a lot of profound insight into the power a name can hold. This is the second episode I've done on the name "Erin"... and I encourage you to also listen to the first "...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I get to interview Sarah. The name "Sarah" derives from Hebrew origins and means "princess". This is the second "Sarah" that I've interviewed... I encourage you to listen to the other one and see if you catch any similarities. Let me know your thoughts! I think you'll really enjoy this episode... especially her answer on my...