Episodes
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The Self reliant kitchen: improve your gut flora in three steps
How can simple food traditions help us build everyday independence? In this episode, author and nutritionist Zuza Zak (@zuzazakcooks) joins me to explore how fermentation, foraging, and small-scale preserving can transform both our health and our self-reliance. Zuza shares easy, practical ways to...
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Gardening for the terrified
Think you don't have enough space, time, or a green thumb to grow your own food? In this episode, kitchen-garden coach and herbalist Corinne Beirne (founder of The Nourished Garden) joins the show to debunk the myth that self-reliance requires an acre of land. Corinne shares simple, stress-free...
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Regain mental clarity after 50 and despite ADHD
Are you a woman in your 40s or 50s losing your words mid-sentence? Are you struggling to start simple tasks, feeling unexpectedly fragile, or noticing that the organization strategies you relied on for decades have suddenly crumbled? You aren't losing your mind, and you aren't just "getting...
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Financial Self-Reliance: How to Emotional-Proof Your Wallet in Times of Stress
Ever find yourself stress-shopping at midnight or avoiding your bank account? It's not a lack of discipline—maybe your emotions are hijacking your wallet! In this episode of our Self-Reliance series, licensed financial therapist Kiki Jacobson drops by to teach us how to emotional-proof our...
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Out of control? Reclaim your agency
If you feel constantly exhausted and like life is spinning out of control, you are not failing—your system could simply be overloaded. Our guest Oscar Trelles knows this battle firsthand. After spending over twenty years leading global teams in high-pressure tech and advertising industries, he…
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Stop outsourcing your health. True self-reliance starts with your body.
You can store years of food and repair your own roof. But if you hand your body over to a pharmacy, that is not self-reliance, says Axay Shah. That is a well-stocked dependency. At age 50, exhausted and pre-diabetic, Axay decided his diagnosis was not his verdict. Today, at 67, he is on zero...
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The Independence trap: why you can't do everything alone
When we talk about self-reliance, we often focus on physical survival skills or financial security—but what happens when the biggest obstacle to our independence is our own lack of self-trust? How important is it to know yourself before you even begin to tackle self reliance? In this episode, I...
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Your storm is not your Identity: faith, healing, and reclaiming your purpose
At 36 years old, Judy Armstrong was a Registered Nurse, a Director of Nursing, and a busy mom of two. Then, her body slowly shut down. Eventually diagnosed with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus—an incurable autoimmune disease—Judy went from a strong, physically capable caregiver to a patient who...
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Three steps to build real financial independence
Financial self-reliance isn't about earning more; it's about owning what you have. When we talk about self-sufficiency, we often focus on our mindset or physical skills—but true independence is impossible without getting a grip on our finances. In this episode, we sit down with professional...
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No one is coming to save you: radical self-reliance
What does a world-renowned opera star, actor, and international producer know about self-reliance? Absolutely everything. Having performed on the world's biggest stages in over 50 countries, Mark Janicello has lived a life of high-stakes pressure, massive creative reinventions, and raw survival.…
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How to build new skills from scratch
Mindset and money are crucial for self-reliance, but eventually, you have to build something with your own two hands. In this episode, we sit down with Dave Gulas, co-founder of EZDC 3PL and host of the Beyond Fulfillment Podcast. After 20 years in corporate sales, Dave decided to build a podcast...
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How sound shapes the human experience
What if sound is more than just a background track to our lives, but a fundamental tool for building brain function and human connection? Join us for an immersive conversation with Emmy-winning composer, jazz saxophonist, and educator Hayes Greenfield. With a career spanning over 70 film scores…
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Why You Are Burning Out At 50 - and how to reclaim your peace with somatic therapies
Are you a middle aged woman on the top of your career in a high-stakes environment? Maybe you are the one everyone depends on—meeting deadlines and managing teams with outward grace. But internally, the cost of "over-functioning" and now redesigning your role with AI in mind, has become...
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Sound: a bridge to the Divine
I had the great experience of sitting down with Jeralyn Glass, an internationally acclaimed opera star turned sound healing pioneer and author of Sacred Vibrations. Following the tragic loss of her son, Jeralyn transitioned from the stages of Broadway to the forefront of holistic medicine,...
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Is Artificial Intelligence making you comfortably numb?
As the world debates if AI will take our jobs, playwright and CTO Doug Clarke is worried about something much quieter: is AI taking our humanity and replacing our friends and therapists? In this frank chat, we dive into the meaning of our relationship with artificial intelligence through the…
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The ADHD marriage reset: from conflict to growth
Is ADHD creating a gap between you and your partner? Maybe you cannot organize household tasks and chores, bills, appointments and shopping. You then get blamed by your partner for 'not caring', forgetting everything that is not written, being 'lazy' and 'not being there.' The accusations…
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Why trends kill creativity when you are buying art
Have you ever looked at a piece of art in your home and felt… nothing? In a world of fleeting trends and mass-produced convenience, many of us end up with spaces that look "correct" but feel completely disconnected from who we actually are. We buy what is fashionable or what fits the sofa, yet we...
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Finding your purpose after trauma: the 28,000-mile journey to belonging
If you've ever felt unwanted or stuck in the shadows of your past, there is a way back to your center. Today, Nathaniel Allenby shares how he used a 28,000-mile cycling journey across ten countries to transform survival into artistry and find the purpose he thought was lost. For those who have...
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Why a human voiceover actor is better than any AI clone
Have you heard the "autopilot" fear currently running through the creative world? It's the nagging thought that says: Why bother training for a career in voiceover when an AI can clone a voice in seconds? Many aspiring artists are stalling before they even begin, convinced that the machine has...
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The courage to create: beyond the starving artist myth
So, you want to be an artist. But there is a "but" here, isn't there? A chorus of internal voices holding you back: I'll never get paid for this. Nobody will like it. I don't have time. It isn't a "real" career. If you've listened to our previous conversations on the "autopilot" brain, you'll...
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Solving the ADHD Riddle with neurofeedback
Have you ever felt that a diagnosis—for yourself or your child—was a definitive label of limitation? In the US and beyond, an ADHD diagnosis often arrives with a heavy cloud of fear: fear of academic failure, social struggle, and a lifetime of being "difficult." We fall into the autopilot habit…
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Retraining the mind: Can VR stop youth crime?
If you have listened to a few episodes of Create with Franz, you probably noticed how many times we mentioned that we often act in automatic mode, without much thinking, and we repeat the same mistakes over and over. You also learned that while habits are hard to break, change is possible for...
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How to position your art in the age of AI
Have you noticed how easily we fall into "panic mode" when we see technology evolving faster than we can keep up? Many artists and creators are currently operating on a high-stress autopilot, fearing that AI is coming for their livelihoods. We've been conditioned to think that if we just work...
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How to turn any art form into a business
"Art isn't just for the elite or the political mural; it is a tool for collective liberation and a sustainable career." Many creators believe that "true art" and business cannot coexist, leading to the "starving artist" trap. Jaelyn Singleton breaks this myth by sharing a strategic blueprint for...
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Forget qualifications: build on your invisible asset
"A CV is not a list of jobs; it is a story of capability." A CV is not just a list of jobs; it is a story of your capability. Most people believe a degree alone will get them hired, but in an AI-saturated market, academic theory is failing. In this episode, our guest reveals the invisible asset…
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Heal the high-pressure mind with poetry
"We are drowning in prose, but we are starving for presence." We are drowning in prose, but we are starving for presence. Most of us left poetry behind in the classroom, but in a world dominated by data and AI, we are losing the language required to process our own internal lives. Today, my guest...
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The invisible architect that changes your leadership in half a second
Did you know that your biggest mistakes happen in the half-second before you even start thinking? Today, Andreas Reharso reveals how your 'predictive brain' secretly hijacks your judgment and the 10-second micro-rituals you need to stay in Creative Human Mode. In this episode, we discuss the...
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From AI panic mode to creative human mode
If the rise of AI has you in 'panic mode,' it's time to rewire that fear; today, filmmaker Weam Namou shares how she used her core values to turn technology into a tool that responds to your soul. Weam spent years breaking through the barriers of Hollywood to become an award-winning filmmaker and...
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From homeless to wealthy: the spiritual architecture that nobody is talking about
"If you feel like you're working hard but still leaking money, it's not an income problem—it's an architecture problem." If you are praying for a financial overflow but operating with a leaky system, you aren't ready for the blessing yet. Today, Terence Townsend shares how he went from…
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Your brain doesn't see reality, it predicts it
Why do we make decisions we later regret? Most of us live on "Autopilot." We react to emails, stress, and triggers before our conscious mind even has a chance to intervene. In this episode, former Singaporean MP and transformative coach Carrie Tan joins me to discuss her book, Micro Moments. She...
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How to escape career Invisibility: A Masterclass in Executive Presence
Are you an experienced professional who feels suddenly overlooked? You have the track record, the skills, and the work ethic—yet your résumé is hitting a wall, and the rise of AI has you wondering if your "judgment" is still a valuable currency. If you feel stuck or invisible in today's market,...
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Music: the master healer in the digital age
In an era of constant digital "slop" and chaotic noise, our nervous systems are stuck in a perpetual state of "fight or flight." We try to find peace through scrolling, only to feel more disconnected. But what if the secret to recalibrating your body and soul was as simple as a heartbeat? Today…
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Stop Being Ghosted and Start Getting Hired
Are you sending out hundreds of resumes only to be met with total silence? When the responses don't come, it's easy to start doubting your worth. You wonder if you're good enough, and that insecurity starts to bleed into your daily life. But what if the problem isn't you? What if the problem is a...
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The Hiring Truth: Why talent alone isn't enough in 2026
Are you failing to get hired because you lack talent, or because the system is broken? In 2026, hiring has become reactive and performative. Companies are chasing titles without defining roles, leaving talented professionals stuck in a cycle of burnout and "hiring failures." Today, we are joined…
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How to reinvent your leadership from the inside out
Are you building a career on autopilot, or are you actually in the driver's seat? Today, we meet Billy Moyer, a man who started his first company at 21 using his childhood savings bonds and has since founded over a dozen businesses. As the CEO of SOS Leadership, Billy has spent his life answering...
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The Character Edge: Why Being Human is Your Greatest Career Asset
Is your career stuck because of a skills gap—or a character gap? In 2026, when everyone is using the same AI tools, the only way to stand out is through your humanity. Today, we're joined by Jim Carlough, the Leadership Identity Architect. Mentored under the legendary Ross Perot, Jim has spent 30...
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Navigating the Setback: Reinventing Your Career in 2026
What do you do when the plan falls apart? In 2026, we are told that AI will solve everything, but many of us feel more disconnected and overwhelmed than ever. Today, we are joined by Dr. Diane Dye, a nationally recognized strategist and CEO advisor who turned her own layoff into a doctorate and a...
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From operator to architect of your life
Is your daily to-do list stopping you from actually enjoying your life? We've all been there—buried under "grunt work," feeling like a tiny cog in a giant machine. My guest today, Terence Townsend, says it's time to step out of the "engine room." Terence is back to show us that you don't need to…
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Get the job you want & avoid the burnout trap
In 2026, the job market feels more like a broken machine than a ladder to success. On one side, we have high-performing professionals drowning in burnout, doing the work of three people just to stay afloat. On the other side, we have brilliant, experienced women—many in their 40s with degrees and...
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How to Build Unstoppable Confidence: the exact roadmap from Doubt to Power
What if the only thing standing between you and your success is a "bug" in your mental software? Blessing Platinum-Williams spent years living under a self-fulfilling prophecy. Told from a young age that she was "stupid" and would never amount to anything, those words became a background program...
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Adversity: misfortune or gift?
Imagine staring death in the face, being declared brain-dead, and surviving only to be told you may never walk, speak, or think clearly again. That was the reality for former professional free-rider Matt Potratz after a massive avalanche crushed his body and left him in a coma for 41 days. In…
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From pagan to pastor: how I found God and my purpose
You can be searching for meaning everywhere—in religion, in politics, in service—and still feel utterly broken inside. What if that deep emptiness is the one thing blocking your healing from PTSD and anxiety? Justin McLane shares a powerful story of radical transformation. Raised in an...
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How to create a happy marriage
Are you tired of hearing the same old marriage advice? ("Happy wife, happy life," "Learn to compromise")? Maybe what the experts tell you leaves you feeling frustrated, disconnected, and battling resentment. In this game-changing episode, we host Monica Tanner, Relationship Coach, host of the...
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Faith and forgiveness: your healing blueprint
If you have been deeply hurt in some way, you know how difficult it is to forgive and move on. You might feel uncertain on what the future holds for you. Today, Helen Glanville shares with us a powerful, deeply personal story of love, loss, and public judgment that led her to a profound truth:...
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Finding inner peace at Christmas
The Christmas season is meant to be a time of peace and joy, but for many, it's a season of stress, conflict, and heartache. Are you worried about an impending divorce, family disputes, blended family friction, or the strain of unemployment, depression, or abuse? You are not alone. In this…
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Pause, Pray, Plan: Finding True Peace
Do you believe peace is possible when chaos is everywhere? Are you caught in the exhaustion of trying to control everything, leading to spiritual drift and burnout? In this episode, we reveal that peace is not a reward; it is a spiritual choice that results in stability. I had a chat with Rev.…
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The Hustle Trap: 3 Skills to Reverse Overworking and Underliving
Are you overworking and underliving? This episode is for the high achiever, the executive, and the entrepreneur who is ready to reach their next level without the hustle and grind. I speak with Dawn Ledet, The Self-Trust Coach, about her personal journey from executive burnout to becoming a...
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God inspired me to rewrite my cancer story
What happens when your deepest crisis becomes your greatest spiritual awakening? In this powerful conversation, Siobhan Shaw shares a profound, life-altering testimony about her journey through a stage 4 cancer diagnosis. She reveals how this crisis led her into a life of unmistakable divine...
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The Invisible Grief: When Pain Has No Name
Grief isn't always about loss of life—it can be about the loss of the life you imagined. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Katy Parker, a trauma-informed grief and loss coach and the compassionate force behind the Journeyofsmiley blog. Katy opens up about her personal journey as a trauma...
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I found my true North - my call to serve
What does it take to turn a life of struggle into one of purpose? In this episode, we have a heart-to-heart with Caroline Gutierrez, a rising nursing student whose journey is a powerful testament to the healing power of faith. From overcoming ADHD and substance abuse to discovering her true...