After Peter Pan: Growing Up to Purpose
by Pat Tenneriello
After Peter Pan is a podcast hosted by Pat Tenneriello that dives into the journey of growing up and discovering purpose. Inspired by Pat's own experience of leaving behind a "Peter Pan" lifestyle—one focused on chasing fun and avoiding responsibility—the podcast speaks to anyone on their path of personal growth. Whether you're looking to live a healthier life, further develop your growth mindset, or seek closer alignment with your sense of purpose, this show is for you. Each episode features an in-depth conversation with a special guest who shares their own story of transformation. Through these interviews, you'll gain insights, practical tools, and wisdom to help navigate your own path to self-realization. From overcoming obstacles to embracing change, After Peter Pan explores what it really means to grow—on your own terms. New episodes drop every two weeks. Join the community and start growing with purpose.
Episodes
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Is Survival Mode Stunting Your Growth?
In this episode of After Peter Pan, host Pat Tenneriello sits down with psychotherapist Cassandra Tenneriello to explore trauma, survival mode, and why so many people feel stuck, anxious, or unable to change. They break down what trauma really is, how it shows up in everyday behaviors like...
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How to Be When Death Arrives
In this episode of After Peter Pan, host Pat Tenneriello sits down with death doula Paul Simard to explore grief, death, and how to face mortality without avoidance. Paul shares his experience supporting individuals and families through dying, and reflects on how modern Western culture has...
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Faith, Forgiveness & The Weight of a Calling
In this episode of After Peter Pan, host Pat Tenneriello sits down with Austin May—a 23-year-old preparing for pastoral ministry—to explore faith, forgiveness, and the weight of answering a calling. Austin shares his journey from hedonism, anger, and resentment toward a life shaped by conviction,...
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The Cost of Speaking Up | The Hon. Leela Aheer
In this episode of After Peter Pan, host Pat Tenneriello sits down with the Hon. Leela Aheer—Former Alberta Cabinet Minister, Former Deputy Leader of the United Conservative Party, musician, and a leader in healthcare and AI—to explore Minister, Former Deputy Leader of the United Conservative…
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Modern Dating & The Fertility Crisis: An Inconvenient Truth
Episode Description In this episode of After Peter Pan, host Pat Tenneriello sits down with Mads Larsen, a researcher and author who studies the evolution of love, and pair bonding. Together, they explore one of the most uncomfortable questions of our time: What happens when modern dating stops...
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Responsibility. Service. Purpose. - Lessons From Matt Luloff
In this episode of "After Peter Pan," host Pat Tennerello sits down with Matt Luloff, an Ottawa city councillor, Afghan war veteran, and musician. They explore Matt's journey of finding purpose through service, from his military experiences to his role in public office. Matt shares insights on...
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From Sales to Psychotherapy: My Next Step
In this short solo update, Pat shares some exciting news—he’s gone back to school to pursue a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology. He reflects on why this step feels like the natural next chapter in his journey of growth, how it connects to the purpose behind the After Peter Pan Podcast, and...
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Building a Sustainable Fitness Lifestyle
In this conversation, Pat Tenneriello and Pascal Vicario explore the intricate relationship between physical fitness, mental health, and family dynamics. Pascal shares his journey of maintaining fitness for over 15 years, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's motivations, the role of...
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How Alex Sheen’s ‘Because I Said I Would’ Sparked 15 Million Promises With Integrity
In this episode of After Peter Pan, host Pat Tenneriello sits down with Alex Sheen, founder of Because I Said I Would, a nonprofit that has inspired over 15 million people to keep their promises. Alex shares the pivotal moment of watching his father pass away from stage four small cell lung…
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Breaking the Victim Mindset: A Therapist’s Story of Resilience
In this episode, Pat sits down with Fabienne (Fab) Galhidi, therapist, professor and speaker, who shares her journey through childhood trauma, the victimization mindset, and her path to healing and self-discovery. She discusses the importance of self-care, gratitude, and emotional regulation, as...
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A Champion Boxer on the Inward Fight: Discipline, Purpose, and Going All In
In this episode of After Peter Pan, Pat sits down with champion boxer Steve Claggett for a powerful conversation about the fight beyond the ring — the inward one. Steve shares how discipline became his way out of a life of partying, drinking, and trouble with the law, and how boxing gave him...
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Behind the Curtain of Career Coaching: My Live Coaching Session
Pat welcomes back JP Michel — career coach and founder of SparkPath — for a vulnerable, real-time coaching session recorded during a pivotal moment in Pat’s life. Fresh off a layoff and questioning whether he was just going through the motions again, Pat sits down with JP to explore what he...
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Peter Pan Syndrome: Why You’re Afraid to Commit (and What to Do About It)
Pat welcomes Natacha Duke, a registered psychotherapist at Toronto Wellness Counselling, for a deep and compassionate exploration of Peter Pan Syndrome — a behavioral pattern marked by emotional immaturity, fear of responsibility, and resistance to growth. Together, they unpack the roots of...
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Does Porn Have a Place in a Meaningful Life? A Neuroscientist's Perspective
Pat welcomes Dr. Nicole Prause, a neuroscientist and sexual psychophysiologist whose groundbreaking research challenges some of the most deeply held beliefs about pornography, addiction, and shame. In a world full of noise, judgment, and moral panic, Dr. Prause offers a data-driven lens on…
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Leaving Prestige for Purpose: A Journey to the Inuit North
Pat welcomes Guillaume Saladin, a global circus performer and the founder of ArtCirq, an Arctic Circus, who left the spotlight to reconnect with the Inuit community that helped to raise him. After performing on stages around the world, Guillaume returned to Igloolik to empower the next generation...
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The Power of “No”: From Nothing to Serial Entrepreneur
Pat sits down with serial entrepreneur Sean Frost to trace his journey from public housing and the rap game, through healthcare and general contracting, to building thriving ventures in real estate, custom home building, and music production. Along the way, Sean reveals how authenticity—wearing...
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Behind the Curtain of Life Coaching
Pat sits down with life coach Sima Jones to discuss her personal journey, overcoming childhood trauma, depression and anxiety through the discovery of yoga, Zen and therapy. We discuss what truly happens in the transformative space of life coaching and along the way, Pat unexpectedly becomes the...
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How Meditation Transforms Your Life – A Zen Priest’s Story
In this episode, I speak with Ven. Trueman Taylor, a Zen priest, who shares his journey from personal crisis to lifelong commitment to Zen practice. We also break down what Zen really is, how meditation works, the benefits, and how it can help navigate change, suffering, and finding meaning...…
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How I Overcame Peter Pan Syndrome & Built a Real Life
To celebrate our 10th episode milestone, I invited my sister Tina Tenneriello, journalist and communications specialist, to guest host and take the guest role. We explore my journey from a commitment-phobic, pleasure-seeking lifestyle to one of purpose, integrity, and personal growth. We talk…
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Breaking the Silence: Healing Male Trauma
Why do so many male survivors of childhood trauma and sexual abuse stay silent? In this deeply personal and eye-opening conversation, Pat Tenneriello sits down with Mason Shell, Executive Director and Education Coordinator at the British Columbia Society for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse...
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The Creative Journey of a Loving Soul | Francois Coulombe-Giguère
Episode Overview: In this episode of After Peter Pan, Pat Tenneriello sits down with award-winning filmmaker, videographer, and former hip-hop artist François Coulombe-Giguère. We dive into what makes him not just a creative powerhouse, but also an incredibly lovable soul—exploring his journey...
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From Olympian to AI Entrepreneur: Craig Buntin's Bold Reinvention
Episode Overview: Pat speaks with Craig Buntin - who shares a powerful story of reinvention, going from Olympic figure skater to AI-driven sports tech entrepreneur, building Sportlogiq, an NHL-backed analytics company, and now Founder of RiseCO2, tackling climate change with carbon-negative…
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Powerful Lessons for Leadership, Family, and Connecting | My Dad 'The Coach'
Episode Overview: In this heartfelt episode, Pat Tenneriello sits down with his father, Stefano Tenneriello, affectionately known as "The Coach.", youth probation officer for over 30 years, dedicated soccer coach, and devoted father of five. What You’ll Learn: How to strengthen family bonds and...
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Motivations from a Guy who Ran 100 Marathons in 100 Days | Croix Sather
Episode Overview: In this episode of the After Peter Pan podcast, host Pat Tenneriello interviews Croix Sather, a motivational speaker and ultra endurance athlete. Croix shares his incredible journey of transformation after surviving a near-fatal accident, emphasizing the importance of mindset…
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Proven Habits For Growth Through Grief, Anxiety, and Life Changes | Alex Brzostowski
Episode Overview: In this episode of the After Peter Pan Podcast, I sit down with Alex Brzostowski—an IT consultant turned real estate investor, a devoted husband and father of two, and a passionate advocate for self-improvement. Alex has redefined his life by embracing intentional habits and...
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How to Live Fearlessly and Build a Life of Commitment | An Anti-Peter Pan Story with Simon Barrette
In this episode of After Peter Pan, host Pat Tenneriello sits down with longtime friend Simon Barrette, considered an "Anti-Peter Pan", to explore a journey of fearless decision-making, personal growth, and balancing life’s commitments. Simon shares how pivotal moments—like moving to Finland to...
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Live with Lightness and Unleash Your Passion | Ashwin Muthiah (Remastered)
In this episode of After Peter Pan, I sit down with Ashwin Muthiah—a writer, wine educator, and flavor globetrotter—to explore his transformative journey from traditional success metrics to living a life aligned with passion and play. Ashwin shares his growth story, the health crisis that sparked...
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How to Link Meaning to Your Career | JP Michel
In this first episode of the After Peter Pan Podcast, Pat has an inspiring interview with JP Michel, the creator of the Challenge Mindset used by nearly 100,000 young professionals to help them link meaning and purpose to their careers. In the conversation they talk about JP's personal growth…
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About this show
After Peter Pan is a podcast hosted by Pat Tenneriello that dives into the journey of growing up and discovering purpose.
Inspired by Pat's own experience of leaving behind a "Peter Pan" lifestyle—one focused on chasing fun and avoiding responsibility—the podcast speaks to anyone on their path of personal growth. Whether you're looking to live a healthier life, further develop your growth mindset, or seek closer alignment with your sense of purpose, this show is for you.
Each episode features an in-depth conversation with a special guest who shares their own story of transformation. Through these interviews, you'll gain insights, practical tools, and wisdom to help navigate your own path to self-realization. From overcoming obstacles to embracing change, After Peter Pan explores what it really means to grow—on your own terms.
New episodes drop every two weeks. Join the community and start growing with purpose.
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