Your Visionary Podcast

This episode is a recording from a fireside chat with Christian Brown and Christopher Lafayette for GatherVerse Men's Summit 2026. Enjoy!

In this episode of the Leading Well Podcast Series , Christian sits down with global HR leader Sarita Donaldson for a thoughtful conversation on what it really means to build workplaces that feel good and work better. Together, they explore the idea of leadership sustainability and why long-term performance should never come at the expense of well-being, alignment, trust, or organizational health....

In this episode of the Leading Well Podcast Series, Christian sits down with Genipha Almonor, Senior Data Analyst at Comcast and Lead of YPN (Young Professionals Network). Their conversation explores the power of community, the role of ERGs, and why wellness and leadership go hand in hand. Together, they discuss how intentional spaces of support can strengthen people, shape culture, and influence...

In this episode of The Leading Well Podcast by Blimish, host Christian Brown sits down with Josiah Owens, a Learning & Development leader and VP at the Association for Talent Development (ATD) Greater Atlanta Chapter..  Together, they explore what it really means to steward people's gifts with intention, curiosity, and care. From his beginnings in video production to leading talent development in...

In this episode, Christian sits down with Skip Maloney, Chief Human Resources Officer at InterDigital, for a powerful conversation on leadership, culture change, and the evolving role of HR. From his early dreams as a professional baseball player to leading high-growth tech teams, Skip shares wisdom on how to build organizations where people feel seen, supported, and inspired to perform at their b...

Burnout doesn't always look like exhaustion. Sometimes, it manifests as irritability, withdrawal, or even overperformance. In this episode of the  Leading Well Podcast Series , host Christian Brown speaks with Dr. Kimberly Grocher — psychotherapist, executive coach, and yoga/meditation teacher — about how leaders can better support mental health in the workplace. You'll learn: The difference betwe...

What does it really mean to be human first and a resource second?   In this powerful episode of the Leading Well Podcast, Christian Brown sits down with Jasen Hayes, "The Concierge of HR," for an honest conversation about leadership, culture, and how to create workplaces where people actually thrive.   Together, they explore: • The story behind Jasen's personal brand, The Concierge of HR • Why let...

What happens when HR stops being the "rules police" and becomes a true partner in growth? In this episode of the  Leading Well Podcast , we sit down with Mitch Douglass , Managing Partner at Waterloo Human Capital Management, to explore how trust, retention, and wellbeing intersect to shape healthier workplaces. Mitch shares how he turned fear of HR into trust, using small, human-centered actions...

How do you measure employee well-being and turn it into real business impact? 🌱 In this episode of the Leading Well Podcast Series, Christian Brown sits down with Kibibi Springs, VP of Workplace Experience at Hightower and IO Psychologist, to explore what it takes to create workplaces where people feel safe, included, and resilient. Kibibi shares his personal journey from marketing and entreprene...

In this episode of the Leading Well Podcast, we sit down with Joe Machicote — Chief Culture Officer at Premier Inc. and former Chief HR Officer of Erickson Senior Living. Joe shares how he led teams through the COVID-19 crisis by embedding values into every level of culture, using small, human-centered rituals to create connection, clarity, and trust during overwhelming times. From family parades...

In this powerful episode of the Leading Well Podcast, we sit down with Shawn Campbell — retired U.S. Air Force 1-Star General and former Deputy Chief Human Capital Officer of the United States Space Force. Shawn shares how he led a 24/7 Air Force HR call center through an intense period of downsizing and organizational strain. With call volume doubling overnight and no increase in staff, Shawn had...

In this episode, I open up about the real emotional journey of living and healing in a foreign country. From culture shock to personal growth, I share what no one tells you about the internal transformation that happens when you leave your comfort zone. Whether you're thinking about moving abroad or already on the path, this episode offers honest insight, hard lessons, and hope for the healing tha...

Moving to a new country is never easy—especially when those around you don't believe in your vision. Cathy Lin left Taiwan to pursue her studies in France, but her journey didn't stop there. Over the years, she transitioned from student to employee to entrepreneur, navigating the challenges of building a life in a foreign country. In this episode, Cathy shares what it was like to adjust to a new c...

Pursuing a dream in fashion isn't always glamorous—especially when doing it in a new country. Lauren Kacher moved to Paris with big ambitions, hoping to build a career in fashion. Over the past seven years, she's faced the highs and lows of living abroad, from struggling to find work to navigating entrepreneurship and dealing with the distance from family.  In this episode, Lauren shares the reali...

For years, Dr. Aditi U. Joshi built a career in emergency medicine, working in high-pressure environments that demanded long hours and constant focus. Over time, the stress of the job became overwhelming, leading her to reevaluate what she wanted for her future. In this episode, she shares why she chose to step away from her role as an ER physician and start a new chapter in Paris.   Aditi discuss...

What happens when the way people see you shifts the moment you step into a new country? In this episode, Donatella Jackson shares her journey from Washington, D.C., to Los Angeles, and then to Paris, where she experienced a new lens on race, identity, and belonging. As a Black woman abroad, Donatella reflects on the contrasts between how she was perceived in the U.S. versus in France, the challeng...

In this special introduction episode, I'm sharing why I created the Travel Well Series and what you can expect from these powerful conversations. Over the next few weeks, you'll hear from incredible guests—entrepreneurs, creators, and dreamers—who took the leap to build new lives in different countries. I'll also share how I met each guest, the lessons they've learned, and why their journeys matte...

Here's the interview I did for a new podcast called, Justice Tech Log. It is hosted by Sonja Pfisterer, a student at Tübingen University in Germany. I attended a symposium at the university earlier this year to discuss social justice and emerging technologies. Below is the bio from the podcast: The symposium "Social Justice and Technological Futures" took place on 2 and 3 May 2023 at the Universit...

Enjoy this vulnerable talk by Christian Brown given for GatherVerse's Music Meets Metaverse Summit. Music is an essential component of a mental wellness journey. It can be both gratifying and destructive, but it is a universal language at the end of the day. In this talk, Christian shares a little about why music is so important.  Connect on Instagram: www.instagram.com/visionaryceej Connect on Li...

This is an episode on the Investing at 25 Podcast. The title of the episode is, "Transform your Mental Wellbeing: Conversation with Christian, Founder of Blimish - Break the Taboo."   Watch the episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/CEXek14PCRQ

The finale of Season 3 is here. It will be the last episode from Your Visionary Podcast for the foreseeable future. We are ending the podcast to focus 100% of our energy and efforts on Blimish. Keep up with the progress here: www.blimish.com Follow Ceej on Instagram: www.instagram.com/visionaryceej Follow Mike on Instagram: www.instagram.com/revolutionarymike See you soon! A bientôt !

In this episode, I give you 3 questions to ask yourself to start your introspective process. After interviewing many psychologists, I've learned that the mental health journey should start with an introspection process. These 3 questions will give you a good start. Subscribe to Your Visionary Podcast on: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/y... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/sho...

Dina Kassab is an Integrative Clinical Psychologist based in Paris, France. She also runs a nonprofit that focuses on mental health for young adults.  In this episode, we talk about many topics related to mental health including the foundation of a healthy life. Follow Dina on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dina-kassab-0b6065118/    

Yasmina Frem is a clinical psychologist (licensed in France) for adults, and she is skilled in Psychological Assessment, addictions treatment, anxiety and OCD treatment, Trauma, couple therapy, group therapies, communication, and Public speaking.  In this episode, we take a deep dive into breaking negative patterns. Follow Yasmina on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yasmina-frem-819a6385...

Dr. Robin Rosenberg is an American author and a clinical psychologist, certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology. She is best known for her research, writings, and presentations about psychology. She is the co-author of several textbooks on psychology, and she has ran a private practice for over 30 years. In this episode, we discuss what it meant to live your best life, what is pe...