Conversations with Sekani

What does it take to build a thriving, conscious relationship in today’s world? Pete and Kalindi — founders of Living in Love and tantra teachers — share their 18+ year journey and practical tools for deeper intimacy and connection. In this heartfelt conversation, Pete and Kalindi discuss: • Their contrasting paths into personal growth and meeting each other • The power of tantra, nervous system a...

From traditional education to conscious evolution, Queen D. Michelle — retired educator, author, and creator of a social-emotional learning curriculum — shares insights on navigating a rapidly changing world. In this insightful conversation, Queen discusses: • Her journey from traditional teaching to conscious curriculum design • The unique challenges and strengths of Gen Alpha • Tools for self-aw...

What if the system designed to resolve conflict is actually making it worse? Dave Albrechta — lawyer with years in employment litigation — began questioning whether traditional legal approaches truly deliver justice or just escalate division. In this thought-provoking conversation, Dave discusses: ​ Growing up around the legal field and early views on justice ​ The disconnect between what clients...

Success on paper doesn’t always mean fulfillment inside. Diane Lampe — best-selling author, leadership mentor, and founder of Lampe Company — rose from the bottom of corporate America to executive leadership, only to realize she wanted more. In this inspiring conversation, Diane discusses: • Growing up with hardworking parents and her early drive for “something bigger” • Navigating corporate Ameri...

What if the key to heart health starts in your gut? Dr. Bilal Hamed — interventional cardiologist and founder of Laya Health — left conventional medicine to tackle misinformation and help people understand the powerful gut-heart connection. In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Hamed discusses: • Immigrant family roots, resilience & unconventional path to medicine • Suspended in high school for st...

High achievers with ADHD often struggle with overwhelm and burnout. Warren Williams — creator of Energetic Alchemy and the Alpha Alignment System — helps leaders shift from hustle and pressure to clarity, focus, and sustainable success through nervous system regulation and embodied growth. In this insightful conversation, Warren discusses: • Martial arts, spirituality, and early path to personal d...

When life falls apart — cancer, job loss, failing marriage, and deep darkness — how do you hold onto faith? Matthew Jenkins — cancer survivor and author of *Beat Up by God* — shares his raw journey through suffering, doubt, and renewed purpose. In this honest conversation, Matthew discusses: • His early 20s plans collapsing after a cancer diagnosis • Anger toward God and the long road to healing •...

In a world flooded with content, JL Palmer reminds us that what matters most is the quality of our conversations. JL — podcast host, producer, and visibility strategist — shares why genuine curiosity and authentic connection are the most overlooked skills today. In this thoughtful conversation, JL discusses: • Growing up and early lessons about presence and relationships • The power of curiosity i...

High achievement and burnout often go hand-in-hand. Stephanie Reil — entrepreneur, somatic mentor, and intuitive guide — shares her journey from building a successful marketing agency to helping leaders reconnect with their bodies and nervous systems. In this powerful conversation, Stephanie discusses: • Early high-achieving patterns and the cost of hustle culture • Her own burnout experience and...

From small-town Kentucky to becoming one of America’s most published pediatricians, Dr. Stan Block shares decades of practical wisdom on raising healthy, happy children. In this informative conversation, Dr. Block discusses: • Growing up in a large, active family and early love of reading & sports • His journey into medicine and building a successful rural practice • The most common parenting chal...

From her grandmother’s inspiring WWII story to leading a multi-generational beauty brand, Margot Grantz shares how self-care, confidence, and legacy shape success. In this uplifting conversation, Margot discusses: • Growing up in a family business and lessons from her grandmother Elizabeth Grant • The power of resilience, never taking “no” for an answer, and proving yourself right • Building confi...

True success isn’t built on hustle alone — it starts with your internal foundation. Amy Lenius — personal development coach, speaker, and Director of Group Coaching at Next Level University — shares how to build self-worth, self-belief, and sustainable growth. In this empowering conversation, Amy discusses: • Her journey with health challenges and early personal development • Why external success...

After years in corporate leadership, Glenn Aparicio made a shift toward conscious living and purposeful work. In this conversation, he shares insights on personal healing, authentic leadership, and creating positive impact. Glenn discusses: • Early influences and corporate career path • The turning point toward conscious leadership • Healing, self-awareness & navigating life transitions • Building...

High-pressure tech careers often lead to hidden burnout. Tobi Akinola — co-founder of Review and cloud architecture veteran — shares his personal journey and the privacy-first emotional intelligence platform built to help people catch stress before it spirals. In this insightful conversation, Tobi discusses: • Entrepreneurial family roots and early startup attempts • The cost of over-identifying w...

What happens when a lifelong performer steps into her true spiritual voice? Sandra Bargman — actor, speaker, ordained interfaith minister, and host of *The Edge of Everyday* podcast — shares her journey of creativity, healing, and helping others find their authentic voice. In this inspiring conversation, Sandra discusses: ​ Her childhood love of performing and early spiritual sensitivity ​ Navigat...

From submarine veteran to founder and executive coach, Corey Jefferson shares how loss, grief, and burnout led him to create The COPE Method — a powerful framework for stress, difficult conversations, relationships, and leadership. In this raw and practical conversation, Corey discusses: • Introverted childhood, military service & leadership lessons • Navigating grief after losing his sister • Bur...

What really happens behind the scenes in HR? Nathaniel (Nate) — HR professional, author of *The 91st Day*, and new dad — pulls back the curtain on workplace chaos, toxic cultures, and how to make work suck less. In this honest conversation, Nate discusses: • Entering corporate life and the harsh realities of the 90-day probation period • Why many people quit after the honeymoon phase ends • Toxic...

Chasing external success left Michael Tiero unfulfilled. Now a transformational guide and relationship mentor, he helps people reconnect with themselves through conscious relationships, emotional healing, and authentic living. In this deep conversation, Michael discusses: • Growing up and the societal definition of success he once chased • Lessons from a 28-year marriage and divorce • Letting go o...

Aging isn’t inevitable decline — it’s something we can actively shape. Karl Stellin — NSM Master Trainer, Neurological Wellness Specialist, and founder of Neuromotto Training — shares how to move better, think sharper, and age stronger. In this empowering conversation, Karl discusses: • Transition from professional musician to fitness & neurological training • His personal health wake-up call and...

High achievers often ignore burnout until it’s too late. Tomide Akinola — engineer, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Review — shares his personal burnout journey and the proactive emotional intelligence tool he built to help others. In this insightful conversation, Tomide discusses: ​ Growing up in an entrepreneurial family and early startup experiences ​ The hidden warning signs of burnout he miss...

Labels like ADHD, ODD, and anxiety don’t have to define your child. Bonnie Lliotta — transformational speaker, best-selling author, and co-founder of Creating Champions for Life — shares a relationship-centered approach that achieves 90% behavioral transformation success. In this eye-opening conversation, Bonnie discusses: ​ Her own challenging childhood and path to personal development ​ Why puni...

Tired of being the hardest-working, lowest-paid person in your own business? Louis Swart — entrepreneur, business coach, and founder of Ion Bridge (human + AI virtual assistants) — reveals how to scale sustainably. In this high-value conversation, Louis shares: • Starting businesses by solving real problems in Africa • 35+ years of building, scaling, and selling companies • Leading teams of 450+ a...

From freezing on stage with Sonny & Cher to helping professionals overcome performance anxiety, David Fish shares powerful tools from Zen practice and mindfulness. In this practical conversation, David discusses: ​ Early battles with stage fright as a musician and professor ​ How "Only Go Straight, Don't Know Mind" transforms anxiety ​ Why performance anxiety is normal and how to work with it ​ Mi...

From a chaotic childhood and interviewing rock legends to navigating profound loss and bullying in her career, Nancy Dunham shares the “bonus tracks” of life — the hidden wisdom between the lines. In this heartfelt conversation, Nancy discusses: • Growing up with a critically ill parent and feeling like the “happy accident” • Lessons from interviewing hundreds of musicians and artists • Kindness f...

What if you could remember almost every day of your life since age 6 — including emotions and details? Frank Healy, licensed professional counselor, life coach, and one of only about 100 people worldwide with Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory (HSAM), shares his extraordinary gift and how it shaped his work helping people heal emotional wounds. In this fascinating episode of Conversations wit...