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The Journey to Cloud Nine Podcast

by Jordan Gross

Have you ever wondered how others live fulfilling lives? How is it that other people find purpose and joy? Join me, Jordan Gross, on a journey of conversations with people from all walks of life where I ask questions on how they live a cloud nine life!

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Episodes

  1. Ben Baker's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 55

    “You’ve made it….when whatever the thing you've aspired to do is what you're doing…it has to be what YOU think is important.” On today’s episode, Jordan interviews Ben Baker, a business and marketing consultant who is on a mission to turn businesses from commodities to brands worth loving. To…

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  2. Linda Lopeke's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 54

    “A heavenly experience.” On today’s episode, Jordan interviews Linda Lopeke, a business mentor and digital marketing expert who seeks to enlighten entrepreneurs to the truth of business being an art form with marketing as the medium. To find out more about Linda and her work, check out her…

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  3. Teddy Burriss' Cloud Nine Life | Episode 53

    “When you’re doing what you want to be doing.” On today’s episode, Jordan interviews Teddy Burriss, a marketing, brand, business, and management consultant who focuses on using LinkedIn as the primary platform for business value. To find out more, check out his profile at...

  4. Mario Lanzarotti's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 52

    “Strong sense of freedom…to consciously be free. To consciously design my mental and emotional freedom.” On today’s episode, Jordan interview Mario Lanzarotti, a mindset coach that works with entrepreneurs and leaders to help catalyze their purpose and develop the confidence they need to achieve...

  5. Sha-En Yeo's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 51

    “I think of a happy place….something very spiritual. It just makes me smile.” On today’s episode, Jordan interviews Sha-En Yeo, a trainer and speaker that works in the area of well-being and happiness. She posits that happiness is learnable, and thus teachable. You can find out more about her…

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  6. Mandy Barbee's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 50

    “Happy. Arduous. Bliss.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Mandy Barbee, a healing and transformation expert who has worked with hundreds of clients across the globe to thrive in business, overcome anxiousness, and flourish in their health and life. To find out more about Mandy, you can check...

  7. Ben Warsinske's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 49

    “Smiling faces and happy people and feeling at peace.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Ben Warsinske, a brand and management consultant whose career spans international planning and design, workshops and authorship. Ben posits that play is a component that is all too often omitted from...

  8. Matt East's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 48

    “Having clarity about what you want to do…” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Matt East, a high-performance and productivity coach, author, and host of the podcasts The Goal Achievement Podcast and the Better Humans Podcast. His best-selling book The Purposeful Planning Method differentiates...

  9. Divya Parekh's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 47

    “Being high on life…being grateful that you’re alive and that you have the fortune to be in life and not letting life pass you by.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Divya Parekh, a business and leadership coach who works with CEO, entrepreneurs, and coaches to build message and influence...

  10. Manuj Aggarwal's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 46

    “Extracting as much joy as possible out of life, and helping others to do the same.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Manuj Aggarwal, an advisor, mentor, and business consultant that works to nurture deeper relationships in both work and life for others. You can find out more about him on…

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  11. Frank Agin's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 45

    “…not having any additional wants, any big wants. You’re accomplishing what you’re wanting to accomplish.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Frank Agin, a speaker, author, podcast host, entrepreneur, and connector of people. He owns AmSpirit Business Connections where he works to inspire the...

  12. Jeremy Abramson's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 44

    “Unlimited possibilities.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Jeremy Abramson. Jeremy is passionate about curing the disease of chronic corporate life by creating environments that promote movement, community, and creativity. You can schedule an appointment by visiting...

  13. Nick Wignall's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 43

    “Euphoria…feeling good. ” On today's episode, Jordan interviews psychologist and blogger Nick Wignall. In his practice and his writing, Nick works to help people use psychology for practical and meaningful personal growth. You can find out more about Nick and his work on his website at...

  14. Josh Roth's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 42

    “Being happy in your day to day…ensuring that you take those small wins from your days and reflecting on them. ” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Josh Roth, a sales leader who works with teams to identify the best approaches to motivate and inspire team members towards operational success.…

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  15. Darius Foroux's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 41

    “What I think about is freedom…to do what you want, spend time with the people that you like, and have a job that you enjoy doing.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Darius Foroux, author of over 6 books spanning topics such as productivity, habits, and personal finance. His work has been...

  16. Linda Tilson's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 40

    “A place of peace, a place of happiness, and a place of acceptance.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews confidence and career coach Linda Tilson. Linda has earned herself a reputation for garnering incredible and actionable insights for her clients in her coaching practice. She uses her way of...

  17. Charlie Seraphin's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 39

    “The 9th category of clouds that is closest to heaven.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Charline Seraphin, a teacher, mentor, marketing executive, parent, journalist, and author who through his program One Stupid Mistake works to teach how to avoid mistakes through entertaining interactive...

  18. Lori Saitz's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 38

    “Living joyfully. Living in the present moment.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Lori Saitz, an author, speaker, and strategy coach who focuses on helping the quieter ones have a voice and be comfortable networking and building business relationships. To find out more, check out her profile...

  19. Chris Connors' Cloud Nine Life | Episode 37

    “You’re living life to the fullest.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Chris Connors, a national speaker, executive coach, and best-selling author that travels the country working to inspire leaders and their organizations to develop their emotional intelligence and cultivate thriving…

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  20. Mario Castelli's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 36

    “A formidable snowboarder on top of a mountain getting ready to just hit it.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Mario Castelli, an occupational therapist who works to bring people together through his profession and his writing. ------------------------------------------------ You can check…

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  21. Pat Mussieux's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 35

    “Happiness rising.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Pat Mussieux, a speaker, coach, and author who works to unleash the potential in business owners and leaders and helps set them on the path to achieving their visions. She discusses key experiences that have helped shape her into the…

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  22. Liana Pavane's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 34

    “Fulfillment.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Liana Pavane, a digital wellness expert and founder of TTYL -- a tech-free community dedicated to human connection -- that has been featured in NY1, Bedford + Bowery, The Joy List, the SHIPS podcast, Upworthy, and more for her work. To find out...

  23. Morgan Ingram's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 33

    “...everything is seamlessly working the way it needs to work.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Morgan Ingram, the Director of Execution and Evolution at JBarrows Sales Training. He's been named Top Sales Voice for 2018 and 2019 on LinkedIn. Through his teachings and speaking engagements,...

  24. Jeff Goins' Cloud Nine Life | Episode 32

    “You’re untethered, you’re unburdened.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Jeff Goins, a writer, speaker, and entrepreneur. He's the best-selling author behind Real Artists Don't Starve and The Art of Work, as well as the man behind Goinswriter.com, a blog with millions of visitors each year....

  25. Alonso and Mauricio Lozano's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 31

    “A state where I’m at my max potential, my max happiness…and my max fulfillment.” “It means breaktrhough.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Alonso and Mauricio Lozano, two brothers that have joined forces and offer full-featured copywriting services. You can find their profiles at...

  26. Kevin Strauss' Cloud Nine Life | Episode 30

    “Total joy, happiness, purpose…firing on all cylinders.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Kevin Strauss M.E., founder and CEO of the social app Uchi that is dedicated to helping people connect authentically by making conversations easy and fun. With over 75 patents and 10 publications in the...

  27. Matt Zinman's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 29

    “It’s more than a lifestyle choice…it’s something that is very effortful.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Matt Zinman, a personal success coach who's varied experience as an entrepreneur, single parent, nonprofit founder -- among several other things -- has helped him spread the wisdom of...

  28. Mark Metry's Cloud Nine | Episode 28

    “Hitting ‘underground nine’ first…hitting that depth of darkness first and then arising and seeing that light.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Mark Metry, a rising star in the personal development space who hosts a top-rated mental health podcast, Humans 2.0, and who has also written a…

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  29. Marlo Higgins' Cloud Nine Life | Episode 27

    “Euphoric. Joy…Seeing my 16 year old on his birthday.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Marlo Higgins, an author and coach for executives and business owners who works to deliver the education of success. She's the author of the book The Making of a Maverick and is also the host of the 22...

  30. Madeleine Black's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 26

    “Being you, being spontaneous, being alive….being a free being.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Madeleine Black, an author, speaker, story teller, participant in research for the Global Resilience Project and winner of an Amazing Woman award. Madeleine discusses the adversity she's faced…

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  31. Jedidiah Collins' Cloud Nine Life | Episode 25

    “…that life leads to fulfillment.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Jedidiah Collins, a former NFL pro bowler who has dedicated himself to the financial education of others. He's written a book, Your Money Vehicle, as part of the process in translating the foreign language of money into...

  32. Rachel Beck's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 24

    “It was a dream I had that became a reality.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Rachel Beck, a retired photographer of over 8 years. Rachel tells us about a near-death experience, and how that has fit into her cloud nine life as a whole. She's recently released her first book, Finding Your…

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  33. Chris Kolafa's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 23

    “Gratefulness to be able to see, grateful to be able to communicate…being grateful for life.” On today’s episode, Jordan interviews Chris Kolafa, a special education teaches who works to inspire students with severe disabilities through routines and positive leadership....

  34. Ayo Awosika's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 22

    “I think of those euphoric moments….the moments liek when you’ve been working on a book for 6 months to a year and then getting it in the mail and looking at it.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Ayo Awosika, a top writer on Medium.com with over 40,000 followers and a monthly view count of...

  35. Ed Oakley's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 21

    “It’s energy! It’s joy!” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Ed Oakley, co-author of Enlightened Leadership, and has worked in developing leadership in over 67 countries. Recently having gone through a bout of turmoil encompassing his entire life, he's now infused his experiences into his…

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  36. Nicole Akers' Cloud Nine Life | Episode 20

    “First thing that comes to mind is fulfillment and happiness.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Nicole Akers, a best-selling author, Medium writer, and founder of the publication Publishous. Nicole’s work is dedicated to helping writers get published. You can grab her book at...

  37. Justin Lafazan's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 19

    “You feel this incredible engagement…you’re challenged, all of your capacities are being fully matched to the challenge at hand.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Justin Lafazan, acclaimed entrepreneur, speaker, best-selling author, and Wharton business school graduate. He is the cofounder…

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  38. Brian Miller's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 18

    “In the moment, it’s just what’s going on.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Brian Miller, once an accomplished magician and now an author, speaker, podcast host, and consultant. Brian discusses the power of a smile, not worrying about the negative implications of positive acts, and...

  39. Martika Whylly's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 17

    “Heavenly. Euphoric. Joyful. Nirvana.” On today's episode, Jordan interview Martika Whylly, a speaker and author who's work focuses on the process of grieving and emotional healing. Her mission is to help her clients achieve a greater understanding and deeper awareness of how we as people grieve...

  40. Sarah Elkins' Cloud Nine Life | Episode 16

    “I’m on cloud nine when I’m in that zone with somebody that I care about.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Sarah Elkins, author, keynote speaker, host of the podcast Your Stories Don't Define You, How You Tell Them Will, Gallup Certified Strengths Coach and communication consultant. In the...

  41. Elliott Neff's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 15

    “I think immediately of my purpose for living.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Elliott Neff, a national chess master that founded Chess4Life where he teaches young children valuable lessons for life and character through the game of chess itself. He is also author of A Pawn's Journey, a...

  42. Pix Jonasson's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 14

    “…not worrying about carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders…just knowing that everything is going to be ok." On today's episode, Jordan interviews Pix Jonasson, an author, speaker, and mental health spokesperson. Pix shares with us her activities for bringing about cloud nine moments...

  43. Rachel Smets' Cloud Nine Life | Episode 13

    “Freedom…its the one word that I think of when I think about the cloud and the dream.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Rachel Smets. Rachel is a life coach, author, and speaker that works to help ambitious people that want more out of life. Her courses and workshops are designed to help you...

  44. Brian Helfman's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 12

    “…feeling just in sync and aligned with who I really am. What I’m doing is a reflection of who I am and what I want to be doing.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Brian Helfman. Brian is the co-founder of Startup Island, where he builds workshops, events, and retreats to create meaningful...

  45. Margaret Greenberg's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 11

    “What I remember is being speechless.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Margaret Greenberg, a sought-after keynote speaker, executive coach, and mental health advocate. She's also the coauthor of Amazon best seller Profit from Positive, and also has a positive psychology that has been rated...

  46. Brian Pennie's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 10

    “It’s like a lightness that just comes over me, where the world feels like everything is going in the right direction.” On today's episode, Jordan interview Brian Pennie, a writer, speaker, and lecturer that has overcome chronic heroin addiction and seeks to show people the power of a second…

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  47. Sara Troy's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 9

    “Cloud Nine represents being above all of the turbulence… and being able to ride above those clouds.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Sara Troy, owner and host of Self Discovery MEDIA and Discovering Communities Network. Sara shares with us the euphoria that characterizes a cloud nine…

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  48. Austin Belcak's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 8

    “I think passion is something that is cultivated through trying new things and testing and piloting and doing…” On today's episode, Jordan interview Austin Belcak, the founder of Cultivated Culture, a website that offers resources to help guide people on their job searches towards the ultimate...

  49. Chip Baker's Cloud Nine Life | Episode 7

    “If I achieved what I’d set out to achieve for that day…and finishing the day knowing that [I] had growth…that I got better that day, then it is a Cloud Nine day for me…” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Chip Baker, an educator, author, and podcaster. He's also a son, husband, and father…

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  50. Jesse Harless' Cloud Nine Life | Episode 6

    “Be free to [create] what I want to create and then live out my creations…that’s really what it means to me.” On today's episode, Jordan interviews Jesse Harless. Jesse is an established entrepreneur in long-term recovery who seeks to inspire people to overcome obstacles and make choices that...

About this show

Have you ever wondered how others live fulfilling lives? How is it that other people find purpose and joy? Join me, Jordan Gross, on a journey of conversations with people from all walks of life where I ask questions on how they live a cloud nine life!

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does The Journey to Cloud Nine Podcast have?

The Journey to Cloud Nine Podcast has 56 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on August 19, 2020.

What is The Journey to Cloud Nine Podcast about?

Have you ever wondered how others live fulfilling lives? How is it that other people find purpose and joy? Join me, Jordan Gross, on a journey of conversations with people from all walks of life where I ask questions on how they live a cloud nine life!

How often does The Journey to Cloud Nine Podcast release new episodes?

The Journey to Cloud Nine Podcast publishes a few times a week, based on its 56 episodes since January 2020.

Who hosts The Journey to Cloud Nine Podcast?

The Journey to Cloud Nine Podcast is created and hosted by Jordan Gross.
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