The Prism of Perspective
by John Geraghty
Join host John Geraghty and his guests as they engage in candid conversations exploring how their personal beliefs, energy, and presence shaped their life experiences and influenced their journey towards lives of purpose, joy, and impact. Gain insights into how these elements have both propelled and impeded their paths, fostering curiosity and vulnerability along the way. Discover why our life experiences aren't just objective observations, but rather subjective creations molded by the prism of who we are.
Episodes
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Earn Your Seat in the Boat: Trust, Showing Up, and Building a Life of Growth with Jeremy Wilmes
In this episode, I talk with Jeremy Wilmes, Financial Advisor and Founder of Endeavour Wealth Management and Protection. Jeremy specializes in business owner planning, succession, estate, and complex financial planning, and holds multiple prestigious designations including CFP, ChFC, and CLU. His...
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Rebuilding Identity After Trauma and Learning How to Live Again with Shannon Michelle
In this episode, I sit down with Shannon Michelle, a traumatic brain injury survivor whose life was irrevocably changed by a motorcycle accident and reshaped by what followed. Shannon shares how waking up from a coma with memory loss, physical limitations, and a new reality forced her to redefine...
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Reclaiming Identity and Purpose During Uncertainty with Josh Dillingham
In this episode, I talk with Josh Dillingham, founder of Playing Injured, men’s wellness advocate, and former college athlete, to discuss identity, self-belief, and navigating major life transitions. Josh opens up about how losing his athlete identity affected his confidence, sense of purpose…
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Turning passion into a sustainable and fulfilling career with Cayla Birk
In this episode, I talk with Cayla Birk, a contemporary fine artist whose work has been exhibited and collected internationally, to explore the intersection of creativity, discipline, and personal growth. From launching her innovative gastro-art channel, The Palette, to producing immersive...
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Turning Passion Into Impact: Insights from Venchele Saint Dic
In this episode, I talk with Venchele Saint Dic, a multifaceted writer, editor, and doctoral candidate in public health, about the intersections of storytelling, personal growth, and social impact. Venchele’s journey spans raising herself through trauma, pursuing higher education, and building a...
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Identity, Sobriety, and the Search for Meaning with Matthew Check
In this episode, I talk with Matthew Check, a Cincinnati-based author and musician whose life unfolded through music, faith, addiction, and creative risk. What began as a move to New York City in pursuit of purpose slowly became a long, complex process of self-examination, sobriety, and identity...
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Remembering Who We Are in a Fragmented World with Aaron Scott
In this episode, I sit down with Aaron Scott, author of Before We Forget, host of The Evolved Podcast, former hedge fund founder, and co-founder of an alternative therapeutics company focused on breakthrough pain treatments. Drawing from his background in global finance, healthcare innovation…
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Building a Meaningful Life and Business Through Identity and Values with David Ask
In this episode, I talk with David Ask, an entrepreneur whose products sit on shelves in more than 3,700 retail stores, about the deeper inner work that made that level of success possible. David shares how self awareness, identity, and community shaped not only his business growth but the way he...
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The Personal Experiences Behind a Lifetime of Art and Creativity, with Patrick Williams
In this episode, I sit down with Patrick Williams, award-winning artist, TEDx speaker, and founder of Satori Innovation, for a deeply human conversation about creativity, resilience, and embodied wisdom. Patrick shares how art and martial arts became lifelines that shaped not only his work, but…
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Living On Purpose and Preserving Family Legacy Across Generations with Miles Spencer
In this episode, I talk with Miles Spencer, multi-exit entrepreneur, author, and CEO and co-founder of Reflekta.ai, a Soul Tech company redefining how families preserve legacy across generations. Miles shares the experiences and belief systems that shaped his journey through media, technology,...
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How Mindset, Belief, and Action Create Your Dream Life with Papi DiNuzzo
In this episode, I sit down with Papi DiNuzzo, bestselling author, wealth advisor, and founder of Papi MindsetCoach™, for a deeply expansive conversation on mindset, manifestation, and conscious creation. Papi’s journey from generational hardship to building a billion-dollar firm is rooted not…
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How Authentic Leadership Begins from Within with David Alan Brown
In this episode, I sit down with David Alan Brown, a teacher, author, and leadership consultant who has spent more than three decades guiding people in personal empowerment, self discovery, and spirituality. David shares how a series of formative experiences shaped the work he now brings to...
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From Professional Burnout to Authentic Purpose with Dr. Jessie and Omar Ferreira
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jessie and Omar Ferreira, founders of A Soul’s Quest and hosts of the ASQ Podcast, to talk about burnout, career transitions, identity loss, and finding purpose beyond professional success. Jessie and Omar share their personal journey of leaving established...
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The Mindset of Surrender and Strength with Thom Barrett
In this episode, I sit down with Thom Barrett - author, adventurer, and stage IV cancer survivor whose life embodies courage, creativity, and transformation. After 35 years as a PwC partner, Thom left corporate life to explore what it truly means to live with intention, resilience, and purpose.…
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How a Near-Death Experience Transformed Life, Business, and Purpose with Holly Porter
In this episode, I talk with Holly Porter, a serial entrepreneur, founder & CEO of Retreat RnR, author, speaker, and philanthropist who turned near tragedy into transformation. After surviving 70 days in the hospital with Covid-19 and a near-death experience, she discovered a deeper purpose that...
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The Mindset to Stay Resilient and Resourceful with Bart Merrell
In this episode, I sit down with Bart Merrell—international entrepreneur, author, and creator of Monetize Your Mindset. From launching Japan’s first commercial bungee jump to transforming personal setbacks into new ventures, Bart embodies the art of turning life’s curveballs into opportunities.…
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Overcoming Adversity Through Grit and Gratitude with Laura Bratton
In this episode, I talk with Laura Bratton—author, speaker, coach, and founder of Ubi Global. At just nine years old, Laura was diagnosed with a degenerative eye disease and faced the reality that she would lose her sight. Over the next decade, she navigated denial, grief, and fear—ultimately...
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Rising Strong After Betrayal with Dr. Debi Silber
In this episode, I chat with Dr. Debi Silber, a leading expert on betrayal recovery and the founder of The PBT (Post Betrayal Transformation) Institute. After experiencing multiple betrayals herself, Dr. Debi turned her pain into purpose—transforming years of personal experience and scientific...
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Why Self-Love Is the Most Important Relationship with Jonathon Aslay
In this episode, I sit down with Jonathon Aslay, one of America’s leading mid-life dating and relationship coaches. Jonathan’s journey has taken him from personal struggles and loss to a place of deep self-awareness, purpose, and love. His story is both inspiring and practical, offering wisdom…
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Rewriting Your Life Script and Designing a Bold Second Act with Troy Horne
In this episode, I talk with Troy Horne, a three-time bestselling author, Broadway performer, and musician whose journey has taken him from NBC’s The Sing-Off to the stages of RENT on Broadway. Beyond his impressive resume, Troy’s passion today is guiding people over 40 to dream bigger and design…
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How to Rise Stronger When Life Knocks You Down with Dr. Danny Brassell
In this episode, I talk with Dr. Danny Brassell, a dynamic speaker, author of 19 books, and coach who’s been called “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.” Danny’s journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless optimism. From life-altering challenges to building a global speaking career, he shares…
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A Journey of Purpose: From Law to Leadership Coaching with Arlene Cohen Miller
In this episode, I talk with Arlene Cohen Miller, CEO of Jewel Consultancy, Professional Certified Coach and speaker who helps women lead with courage, clarity, and compassion. Arlene’s journey weaves together law, leadership, and holistic counseling into a life devoted to empowering women. She...
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How to Thrive in Your Later Life with Erika Andersen
In this episode, I sit down with Erika Andersen, bestselling author and founder of Proteus, a coaching and consulting firm focused on leader readiness. Now in her seventies, Erika has turned her lifelong wisdom toward one of life’s biggest opportunities: how to age with strength, purpose, and…
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Turning Dyslexia into a Superpower with Willie Blake
In this episode, I sit down with Coach Willie Blake, a high-performance and career coach dedicated to helping dyslexic entrepreneurs and professionals unlock their full potential. As the founder of WB Coaching, host of the Light Beyond Limits podcast, and keynote speaker, Willie is known for...
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Choosing Wellness Every Day with Alejandra Diaz Baldocchi
In this episode, I sit down with Alejandra Diaz Baldocchi, a transformational life coach who guides others through yoga, meditation, breathwork, nutrition, Reiki, and Ayurveda. Her journey began with yoga but quickly opened the door to a deeper path of self-discovery and transformation. Alejandra...
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Finding Purpose and Peak Performance at Any Age with World-Class Cyclist Jeff Seckendorf
In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Seckendorf, a lifelong educator, elite cyclist, and founder of Unified Team Diving. At 70, Jeff is proving that age is no barrier to peak performance, recently setting four world records on the bike in the 70+ age group. From filmmaking to developing...
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How to Get Past Your Self-Imposed Limits with Daphne Michaels
In this episode, I talk with Daphne Michaels, a bestselling author, human potential expert and former psychotherapist whose work bridges behavioral science with spiritual insight. Daphne shares the turning points that shaped her path and how she helps others access greater awareness and…
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When Beliefs Become Breakthroughs with Jen Beck
In this episode, I sit down with Jen Beck, a mind-body transformation expert who helps high-achieving professionals break free from burnout and build lives they love. From childhood trauma and rebellion to international solo travel and building a wellness empire, Jen’s story is as raw as it is...
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When Self-Betrayal Becomes Your Wake-Up Call with Clay Moffat
In this episode, I sit down with Clay Moffat, a former Navy weapons tech turned high-performance behavioral strategist and author of The Trust Trap. Clay’s life took a sharp turn when he went legally blind in one eye, torched a 7‑figure business chasing a failed app, and was forced to confront…
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Becoming the Alchemist of Your Life with David Gilbert
In this episode, I sit down with David Gilbert, an executive coach, author, and men’s work facilitator whose journey is as raw as it is transformational. From losing his father at a young age to battling the depths of depression, David emerged with a profound understanding of how to turn pain…
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Turning Pain into a Path of Healing with Kanika Vasudeva
In this episode, I talk with Kanika Vasudeva, an Energy and Consciousness Coach and Akashic Records Reader who helps parents navigate co-parenting challenges, heal emotional wounds, and connect with their children’s soul blueprint. With wisdom shaped by profound personal loss and soul-level...
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The Power of Purposeful Reinvention with Bob Martin
In this episode, I sit down with Bob Martin, a former high-profile criminal trial attorney who worked during the notorious cocaine cowboy era in Miami. Although his legal career was packed with prestige and power, his personal life was unraveling behind the scenes. A fateful encounter with a…
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A Cross-Cultural Life’s Journey of Bold Reinvention with Nancy Napier
In this episode, I talk with Nancy Napier—a Distinguished Professor Emerita at Boise State University, longtime executive coach, and a woman who has spent decades working across the globe. Nancy’s life is a masterclass in curiosity, growth, and purposeful reinvention. From academic…
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From Pain to Power through Forgiveness with Katharine Giovanni
In this episode, I chat with Katharine Giovanni, a best-selling author, international speaker, and transformation mentor. Katharine’s journey is a testament to resilience, intuition, and personal transformation. She candidly shares the pivotal moments that reshaped her perspective and fueled the...
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Mastering Communication Through Intention and Perception with Dr. Patricia Timerman
How do we bridge the gap between intention and interpretation in our most important conversations? In this compelling episode, I sit down with Dr. Patricia Timerman Barbosa da Silva—psychotherapist, author, and founder of Advocate2Create. Drawing on her IAP Model (Intention, Action, Perception),...
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Finding Purpose After Suicide Loss with Lisa Sugarman
In this powerful conversation, I speak with Lisa Sugarman—a crisis counselor, mental health advocate, and Founder of The HelpHUB™, a free online destination for mental health support and resources. Lisa is also an author, syndicated columnist, and three-time survivor of suicide loss. She opens up...
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Turning Trauma into Unshakable Resilience with Susan Snow
When tragedy strikes, how do we find our way back to ourselves? In this deeply moving episode, I talk with Susan Snow—Trauma Resilience Coach, Speaker, and Author of The Other Side of the Gun. At just 17 years old, Susan’s life was shattered when her father, LAPD Detective Thomas C. Williams was...
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From CEO to Global Explorer with Ray Martin
Ray Martin, known as The Daily Explorer, joins me for a powerful conversation about awakening, reinvention, and living life without the ties that keep us trapped. Ray is an award-winning entrepreneur, business leader, coach, speaker, mindfulness teacher, and marathoner who embodies the hero’s...
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Finding the Gift in Your Trauma with Jessie Torres
What if the deepest wounds you carry hold the keys to your greatest transformation? In this episode, I talk with Jessie Torres—a renowned thought leader in mindset, emotional mastery, and heart-driven leadership—whose journey from trauma to triumph is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Jessie shares...
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Leadership That Changes Lives – Dan Bowling’s Radical Approach to Success
What happens when you stop chasing traditional success and start building something that truly serves? In this powerful episode, I talk with Dan Bowling, president and founder of The Genesis Company—a globally recognized firm reshaping what leadership looks like from the inside out. His company…
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The Power of Radical Self-Belief and Resilience with Robert B. Foster
What does it take to rise from rejection, loss, and pain—and turn it into purpose, passion, and power? In this episode, I sit down with Robert B. Foster, a speaker, coach, and founder of Shut Up and GRIND, who’s redefining what it means to overcome. From being told he’d never succeed to becoming…
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Aging Powerfully and Purposefully with Lynn Banis
At 77, Lynn Banis launched a new business—not out of necessity, but from purpose. With over 30 years of experience in organizational development and coaching, she’s now leading a powerful movement to help widows and others experiencing major life losses reclaim their identity and step into a new...
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The Inner Game of Finance and the Path to an Abundant Life with Chad Hufford
What if the key to abundance isn’t found in hustle or luck, but in consistency, commitment, and clarity? In this episode, I talk with Chad Hufford—owner of the boutique financial planning firm Veritas Wealth Management, a top-ranked financial planner, Dave Ramsey SmartVestor Pro, performance...
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From Sudden Cardiac Death to Radical Transformation with Jeff Luther
What happens when everything you’ve built—your health, your identity, your sense of control—is stripped away in a matter of seconds? In this powerful episode, I talk with Jeff Luther, a business coach, father, and survivor of sudden cardiac arrest, who turned a brush with death into a catalyst…
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Always the Right Time for the Right Thing with Jeff Nischwitz
In this episode, I’m joined by Jeff Nischwitz—a transformational speaker, truth-teller, and champion of conscious leadership. Jeff doesn’t just talk about reinvention; he lives it. From the sudden loss of his brother at age 21 to walking away from a successful law practice, Jeff has made…
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Rethinking Life and Success Through the Brain with Liam Naden
What if the key to success isn’t about setting goals and working harder but about how you use your brain? In this episode, I talk with Liam Naden, a speaker, teacher, writer, and researcher who went from millionaire to homeless before discovering the true reason we succeed or fail in life.…
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Why It’s Never Too Late to Chase Your Dreams with John David Graham
In this episode, I sit down with the inspiring John David Graham. At 20, he believed success was a sprint—one that belonged to those who ran the fastest. But life had other plans, taking him on a journey filled with detours, struggles, and unexpected opportunities. From experiencing homelessness…
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From Adversity to Authentic Leadership with Mike Robbins
What happens when childhood challenges shape our beliefs and actions as adults? In this episode, I talk with Mike Robbins—author, keynote speaker, and executive coach—to explore his deeply personal journey of resilience, self-discovery, and leadership. From growing up without a father to battling...
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Paralyzed but Unstoppable: The Incredible Journey of Ken Kunken
What if the greatest obstacles in your life became the foundation for your success? In this episode of The Prism of Perspective, I talk with Ken Kunken, a former Cornell football player whose life took an unexpected turn after a catastrophic spinal cord injury left him nearly completely…
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The Power of Perception in Aging with Dr. Corinne Auman
In this episode, I speak with Dr. Corinne Auman, a trailblazer in aging studies and the founder of Choice Care Navigators. Dr. Auman is reshaping how we view older adulthood, focusing on fostering personal growth, resilience, and authentic living at every stage of life. Her groundbreaking book...
About this show
Join host John Geraghty and his guests as they engage in candid conversations exploring how their personal beliefs, energy, and presence shaped their life experiences and influenced their journey towards lives of purpose, joy, and impact. Gain insights into how these elements have both propelled and impeded their paths, fostering curiosity and vulnerability along the way. Discover why our life experiences aren't just objective observations, but rather subjective creations molded by the prism of who we are.
Hosted by
John Geraghty