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The Purpose Chasers
by Mark Crandall
The Purpose Chasers Podcast is where adversity fuels ambition and setbacks become setups for something greater. Hosted by ex-therapist turned marketing & branding expert Mark Crandall, each episode features raw stories from creators, entrepreneurs, and artists who refused to quit, alongside real talk on business growth, marketing, artist management, and chasing your calling. If you’ve ever been knocked down, counted out, or told “no,” this is your space to rise, rebuild, and live on purpose.
Episodes
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Ep. 106: Keith Salberg of Sundanced Wood "What Keeps You Chasing Your Purpose?"
What keeps a maker coming back to the workbench every single day? For Keith Salberg, it starts with the moment a rough sketch becomes something real you can hold. Keith is the artist behind Sundance Wood. He creates signs that carry a business owner's name and pieces of art that hang in people's...
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Ep. 105: Clay Boone "What Keeps You Chasing Your Purpose?"
Clay Boone has spent 60 years turning wood into signs people drive out of their way to see. In this episode, Mark Crandall sits down with him in Sugar Loaf, New York to ask the golden question: what has kept you chasing your purpose for six decades? The road here started with a client. Mark has...
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Ep. 104: Abracadabra, I Create as I Speak, with Thuan
He Got Sick the Day He Stayed. He Started Healing the Day He Quit. Thuan did not leave his job. His body made the decision for him. Three months on medical leave. A doctor who refused to clear him to return. A resignation email he sat with for a long time before he finally hit send. The same day…
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Ep. 103: What a 100-Year-Old Insurance Company Can Teach You About Chasing Purpose with Bryan Falchuk
What does a 100 year old, state run, fully unionized insurance company have to teach you about growth? More than you'd think. Mark sits down with Bryan Falchuk, President and CEO of PLRB, best selling author of The Future of Insurance series, and 26 year veteran of an industry most people love to...
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Ep. 102: From Nurse to Mandala Healer: How Amy Found Her Purpose Through Art, Mindfulness, and Letting Go
A 32-year nurse walked away from a system that was breaking her, and walked into something that heals everyone it touches. In this episode of The Purpose Chasers, host Mark Crandall sits down with Amy, founder of Mandala Minds and Wellness, to explore the call she ignored for 10 years, the bad...
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Ep. 101: Going Blind as a Principal Led to Becoming an Intuitive Healer | The Power of Conscious Surrender with Kris Keidel
What happens when the life you meticulously built suddenly vanishes because you are going blind? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kris Keidel, a former school principal turned Reiki healer and intuitive guide. Kris shares the harrowing yet transformative journey of losing her vision to...
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Ep. 100: Anthony Trucks on Dark Work, Identity Shifts, and Becoming Who Your Calling Requires
What if the reason you feel stuck is not a lack of effort, but an identity that cannot sustain the life you want? In this episode of the Purpose Chasers Podcast, Mark Crandall sits down with longtime friend and mentor Anthony Trucks to unpack the concept of dark work. This is the unseen and...
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Ep. 99: Sal Liberti on Mastery, Breathwork, and Returning Home to Peru
Some callings do not push you forward. They pull you home. In this episode of the Purpose Chasers Podcast, Mark sits down with master breathwork facilitator Sal Liberti to explore the journey that led him back to Peru — not to escape, but to serve. Sal shares how years of global travel, personal...
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Ep. 98: Why Great Coaches Struggle to Close Clients and How to Fix It Without Selling
If you’re great at what you do but sales calls still feel awkward, draining, or inconsistent, this episode is for you. Not because you need better scripts.Not because you need a better funnel.And definitely not because you’re bad at sales. It’s because you were taught the wrong definition of...
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Ep. 97: Music & Mental Health w/ Michael Lashomb of Annie in the Water
What does it actually take to build a band that lasts—not just creatively, but sustainably? In this episode of The Purpose Chasers Podcast, Mark Crandall sits down with Michael Lashomb of Annie in the Water to talk about the realities of building a band, maintaining momentum, and turning music…
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Ep. 96: Damon Burton - The SEO Legend Who Pulled Me Back Into Agency Life - he shares on Branding, Social Proof & SEO Marketing
When I say this man changed the trajectory of my career, I mean it. Damon Burton, the founder of SEO National, author of Outrank, and the man quietly trusted by names like Tony Robbins and Russell Brunson, joins me for one of the most honest, tactical, and transformational conversations we’ve…
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Ep. 95: Mark Crandall on The Social Proof System Every Coach, Healer & Creator Needs to Build a Brand That Sells Itself
Most businesses think the sale ends when the job is done. In this solo episode, Mark Crandall breaks down why that belief is costing you money, and how customer emotion, captured at the right moment, becomes the most profitable marketing asset in your entire business. Drawing from years of…
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Ep. 94: Steph Stanton: Shedding Old Selves, Receiving Support, and Becoming Who You Really Are
What if the version of you running your life is three identities out of date? In this raw round-two conversation, High Vibe Chicks founder Steph Stanton sits down with Mark Crandall Branding Expert, Coach & the host of the Purpose Chasers Podcast to talk about shedding past versions of ourselves,...
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Ep. 93: Joseph Hughes: Integrity-First Marketing for the Trades (Originally Recorded in 2020 Unreleased)
Recorded in 2020 on Purpose Chasers, Joseph Hughes—founder of Contractor Dynamics—proves that the most powerful marketing is built on ethics, not gimmicks. He breaks down how contractors can escape the lead-gen trap by building trust through content, reviews, and organic authority before running...
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Ep. 92: Brad Costanzo: Build the Business You’d Want to Buy — Not Just Sell (Recorded in 2020 Unreleased)
Recorded in 2020 on the Purpose Chasers Podcast, Brad Costanzo unpacks what it really means to build a business worth owning. Most entrepreneurs build jobs that collapse when they step away—Brad shows how to reverse that. He explains the difference between a business and a company, why revenue...
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Ep. 91: Breaking Free from Survival Mode | Heather Parady on Reclaiming Purpose and Creative Power (Recorded in 2020)
Former therapist turned creator and community builder Heather Parady joins The Purpose Chasers Podcast to unpack what it really means to break free from survival mode and live a life driven by purpose instead of pressure. We dig into: • How trauma shapes ambition and burnout• The cost of chasing...
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Ep. 90: Branding vs Marketing in Simple Terms
Ex-therapist turned branding & marketing expert Mark Crandall on walking away from a $5.1M construction sale, enduring loss, and rebuilding from the ground up. What's In This Episode? • The real difference between branding, marketing, and advertising • Why weak branding destroys your ad…
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Ep. 89: Bud Heaton - The Funnel Marketer Who Chose Family First
Multiple award-winning funnel strategist Bud Heaton opens up about building a thriving business while honoring his family’s vision. This is how purpose fuels profit. Key Takeaways: – Family alignment as a business strategy – Building over $10M in funnel sales – Quiet wins are real wins Follow and...
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EP. 88: Shaun Clark - Why Go HighLevel Said “No” to Everyone but Agencies
Branding & Marketing Expert Mark Crandall sits down with Go HighLevel co-founder Shaun Clark to uncover the bold decisions that shaped their all-in-one SaaS for marketers. This is agency-first leadership with integrity. Key Takeaways: – Community over capital– Scaling without outside money– The...
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Ep. 87: Steve Larsen - Why Funnels Don’t Work Without Real Marketing
Steve Larsen joins Mark Crandall on the Purpose Chasers Podcast to challenge the one-funnel myth. Learn why real marketing starts long before the funnel – and how Steve scaled freedom by solving people’s real problems. Key Takeaways: – Funnels are effects, not strategy – How to create pressure...
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Ep. 86: Barbara Turley on Building Teams, Trust, and Time Freedom Through VA's
When the world locked down, Barbara Turley led with calm, compassion, and clarity — moving 150 virtual assistants out of a sealed Philippine office in just 48 hours. What could’ve been collapse became a case study in conscious leadership. In this episode, Barbara reveals the mindset and systems...
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Ep. 85: Mike Kim on Copywriting That Builds Connection and Creates Wealth
Behind every great brand is a voice that feels human. Copywriting legend Mike Kim joins The Purpose Chasers Podcast to share how words can build bridges between mission and market — transforming transactions into relationships and influence into impact. In this conversation, Mike unpacks how...
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Ep. 84: Kelly Resendez founder of GoBundance Women on How to Power Up Your Life
Host of the Purpose Chasers Podcast Mark Crandall sits down with the host of the Power up Your Life Podcast and founder of Gobundance Women speaks on scaling companies to launching Minerva to revolutionize women’s health. Kelly Resendez has built a life centered on purpose, abundance, and impact....
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Ep. 83: From Broke to $95M Exit: Judd Armstrong on Jaybird, Purpose, and Building Wealth with Integrity
Judd Armstrong went from selling washing machines to founding Jaybird headphones, scaling to become the #3 premium headphone brand in the U.S., and selling to Logitech for $95M. In this Purpose Chasers Podcast episode, Judd shares his journey, the faith-driven mindset that kept him going, and why...
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Ep. 82: Get Paid to Speak Dr. Carolyn Colleen’s Roadmap from TEDx to Paid Keynotes
How do you go from practicing a talk in the mirror to getting paid to speak on national stages? In this Purpose Chasers Podcast episode, Dr. Carolyn Colleen shares her journey from local gigs to ABC/NBC features and TEDx, plus her exact system for leveraging testimonials, social proof, and...
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Ep. 81: Allie Bloyd Marketing Isn’t an Expense How to Get Real ROI, Offers, and Scaling Local Businesses
Too many business owners treat marketing like a slot machine, hoping for instant wins without tracking the numbers. In this Purpose Chasers Podcast episode, Allie Bloyd & Mark Crandall of Scale to Sale Consulting (Podcast also) break down why good marketing is always an investment, how to design...
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Ep. 80: Dr. Carolyn Colleen of Fierce Foundation sharing on Acton Academy Midwest, Youth Entrepreneurship, and Breaking Cycles of Trauma
In this episode of the Purpose Chasers Podcast, I sit down once again with Dr. Carolyn Colleen: TEDx speaker, former UN delegate, and founder of Acton Academy Midwest. Dr. Carolyn’s story is one of resilience and fierce leadership, and today we dive deep into the work she’s doing to inspire the...
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Ep. 79: Sean Douglas on Category Design & Building a Speaking Career From Air Force to Keynote Stages
In this episode of the Purpose Chasers Podcast, Mark Crandall reconnects with Sean Douglas — U.S. Air Force veteran turned powerhouse speaker and founder of The Success Corps. Sean shares how he walked away from military security to dominate the speaking world, using category design, tactical...
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Ep. 78: Hal Elrod of The Miracle Morning on Resilience, Purpose & The Best Still Ahead
In this Purpose Chasers Podcast episode , Hal Elrod, best-selling author of The Miracle Morning, shares how to navigate the dip after success, reframe adversity into service, and create purpose-driven momentum through daily habits. This audio-only conversation is a reminder that your best is…
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Ep. 77: Termanology on Good Dad Gang, Fatherhood & Breaking Generational Curses
In this inspiring episode, Mark Crandall sits down with acclaimed hip-hop artist and Good Dad Gang founder, Termanology (Daniel Carillo), to talk fatherhood, breaking generational curses, and advocating for fathers’ rights. From his global movement Good Dad Gang—founded in 2014 and now a…
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Ep. 76: Brady Watt on how he went from Punk Bands to Bass & Bars & Hip-Hop Legends
Brady Watt joins the Purpose Chasers Podcast to share his remarkable journey from playing bass in New England punk bands at 14 to performing with icons of the music industry. Far from an overnight success, Brady spent years honing his craft and hustling in the New York City music scene. Over the...
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Ep. 75: Green Lion Crew's Zeke Stern: Reggae Producer Secrets & Collie Buddz Collabs
From Maine basements to producing tracks with Collie Buddz, Kabaka Pyramid, Chronixx, Jesse Royal, The Movement, & So many more. Zeke of Green Lion Crew shares his rise in reggae music. In this Purpose Chasers Podcast episode, you’ll learn: How Green Lion Crew started and broke into reggae...
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Ep. 74: Retired at 27: How Rachel Built $15K+/mo Passive Income
At just 27, Rachel “Money Honey” Richards quit her job and built over $15,000/month in passive income—but it wasn’t overnight. In this 2020 Purpose Chasers throwback, we dive into her strategy, mindset, and systems that created financial freedom. ⏱ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro: Why quit without a plan...
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Ep. 73: Scott Hannay: From Video Game Keys to Mihali’s Stage
Mark Crandall interviews Scott Hannay, the multi-talented keyboardist known for 8-bit remixes, unforgettable sit-ins, and helping bring the Mihali Band to life. Scott opens up about his early inspiration from video game music, his rise in the jam scene through humility and service, and how his...
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Ep. 72: Bobby J from Rockaway on Radio Days & Beyond
Episode 116 : Radio Days & Beyond: Bobby J from Rockaway The Purpose Chasers Podcast with Mark Crandall @organicwordnerd Nostalgia-drenched boom-bap meets Brooklyn precision. Bobby J from Rockaway and super-producer Nef have created a collection of work together. This episode we breakdown the…
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Ep. 71: One Time Weekend - The Future Looks Bright For Headlining Festivals
Why is a shreddy, fan-favorite like One Time Weekend still stuck in the mid-day slots? In this punchy sit-down we unpack the “headliner conspiracy,” their DIY booking grind, and the studio marathon fueling their next drop. The Purpose Chasers | Align. Scale. Thrive. Don’t just listen, take…
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Ep. 70: Nas, DJ Premier & The Art of Engineering: How Nef Became a Legend’s Right Hand
What does it take to go from late-night bedroom sessions in New Hampshire to becoming the go-to audio engineer for DJ Premier and collaborating with legends like Nas? In this episode, host Mark Crandall sits down with Nef to deconstruct his incredible journey to the top of the hip-hop world. Nef...
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Ep. 69: The Hierarchy of Needs of an Entrepreneur
It's no secret that Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs drives and motivates human behavior. Each stage is the motivating factor behind what you are doing and why you are doing it. When it comes to business, these needs only intensify when it comes to you and your employees. Suppose you want to create a...
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Ep. 68: The Hierarchy of Needs of Your Employees
According to Abraham Maslow, all humans operate inside a Hierarchy of Needs. The Hierarchy of Needs includes Physiological Needs, Safety, Love and Belonging, Esteem, and Self-Actualization. These needs are what drive and motivate human behavior. When it comes to business, creating a vision for…
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Ep. 67 : YOU are a Reflection of Your Team
This week, I'm sharing the lessons learned from terminating two individuals who are near and dear to me. Terminating employees who are like friends and family is one of the most challenging decisions I've ever had to make in business. But one of the most valuable takeaways is the importance of...
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Ep. 66: Pay Yourself First
If you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or industry leader, then you’ve more than likely heard the phrase, “cashflow is king” or “cash is king.” Just because you make millions of dollars a year doesn’t mean you pocket millions of dollars. On paper, it may look like you’ve made tons of money…
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Ep. 65: Frank Crinite - Selling 100 cars per month
In this episode Frank Crinite shares the journey of branding himself to sell over 100 cars per month on average. With 0 marketing dollars Frank has built his livilihood on the word of mouth of all of his previous customers. The Purpose Chasers | Align. Scale. Thrive. Don’t just listen, take…
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Ep. 64: What Came From Shutting Out the Noise
In 2020, I went inward. In a pursuit to tap into my deer calling, I paused Purpose Chasers®, put my head down, and went all in on doing the inner work. With the growing rise of Covid-19, I removed the pressure and noise from my life, both online and offline, to limit the negative space around me...
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Ep. 62: Tom Schwab on How to Get on Podcasts Without Being an A-Hole — The Right Way to Build Credibility and Connections
Are you looking at the world as transactions or relationships? Tired of robo-pitching out to the wind in hopes of finding average places to land? If you’ve been wanting to develop long-lasting relationships, then now is the time to change your method! Our guest this week shares the importance of...
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Ep. 61: Nat Bruno - Focus, Fear, and Freedom
What do you want to create in life? If you could pick one thing to do for the rest of your life, what would it be? Who would you like to become? This week, I’m talking with Nat Bruno about two of the biggest lessons I’ve learned from him since the start of my entrepreneurial journey nearly six...
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Ep. 60: Trying to be Further Than You are Will Cost You a Lot w/ Natalie Jill
Are you living with unwanted F.A.T.? Do you often feel depressed, stressed, or less than in any area of your life? If you struggle to own your worth or struggle with feeling confident in yourself, then you might just be lettering F.A.T. get in the way of stepping into your greatest potential.…
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Ep. 59: Stop Showing Up for the Takers
What do your calls currently look like? What does your schedule currently look like? If you were to look over the last month of networking calls, Zoom meetups, and “get to know you” follow-ups, what would they look like to you? Truth is, many individuals are bound to their calendars and taking...
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Ep. 58: Taylor Welch on Thinking Big Picture - How to Lead, Leverage, and Scale Beyond Yourself
There are plenty of hardworking people thriving in trades and manual labor — but physical work isn’t the full picture of success. True, lasting impact comes when you learn to use both your hands and your mind with purpose. This week, I’m joined by Taylor Welch — best-selling author, international...
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Ep. 57: Greg McKeown on Essentialism & The Art of Achieving More by Doing Less
If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “What really matters?”, “What is my purpose?”, or “What is truly essential?”, this conversation will meet you right there. In this episode of The Purpose Chasers Podcast, Mark Crandall sits down with Greg McKeown, public speaker and bestselling author of...
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Ep. 56: Just Filing an LLC Isn’t Safe w/ Nick Dupre, ESQ
Stop trying to fill roles that you’re not equipped to fill! Last week, I shared my super painful and expensive lesson of trying to be my own attorney. After years of trying to fill the wrong role in my business, I realized that to level up, I needed to call the experts. This week, I am talking…
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The Purpose Chasers Podcast is where adversity fuels ambition and setbacks become setups for something greater. Hosted by ex-therapist turned marketing & branding expert Mark Crandall, each episode features raw stories from creators, entrepreneurs, and artists who refused to quit, alongside real talk on business growth, marketing, artist management, and chasing your calling. If you’ve ever been knocked down, counted out, or told “no,” this is your space to rise, rebuild, and live on purpose.
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