The CEO Author UNCUT

This episode was tender, powerful, and full of perspective.I sat down with Sandie Fuenty, author, columnist, and longtime businesswoman, to talk about love, loss, faith, and what it looks like to keep choosing life while you’re still carrying grief.Sandie shared her journey about the season that changed everything: walking beside her husband through his health decline and the kind of resilience you only learn when life forces you into a new chapter.Her first solo book, ’Til Death Do Us Part, is a heartfelt reflection on widowhood, healing, and moving forward without pretending you are “over it.” This conversation is for anyone navigating grief, caregiving, major transitions, or the quiet work of rebuilding.Get Sandie’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Til-Death-Do-Part-Widowhood/dp/B0GNCYR22LFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sandie.fuentyConnect with Porsché:Website: https://www.porschesteele.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porschemysticque/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porschemysticquesteele/

If you’ve ever been told “just show up online” and wanted to scream… this episode is for you.I sat down with Raewyn Sangari — book marketing strategist, social media educator, and the Creative Director of the Women in Publishing Summit — to talk about what actually moves the needle for authors building their platforms from the ground up.We got into what it really looks like to show up online in a way that feels authentic and consistent without turning into a walking sales pitch. Raewyn shared how authors can build real reader connection, show up like the kind of author they’d want to follow, and market in a way that feels natural (because readers are fans first, and fans who feel seen do not need to be chased).If you’re an author trying to grow your audience, build community, and sell books without losing your voice, you’re going to love this conversation.Raewyn’s Social Media for Authors resources: https://www.raewynsangari.com/justmarketit/Website: https://www.raewynsangari.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raewynsangari/Connect with Porsché:Website: https://www.porschesteele.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porschemysticque/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porschemysticquesteele/

This episode was a mindset shake-up in the best way.I sat down with Jason Duncan — Founder & CEO of The Exiter Club, best-selling author of Exit Without Exiting, 2x TEDx speaker, and host of The Root of All Success podcast — and we went way beyond “how to exit a business.”We talked about the lies entrepreneurs tell themselves, the truths they struggle to believe, and why so many high-achievers look successful on paper but still don’t feel free in real life. Jason broke down the mindset shifts that have to happen if you want to stop building a job and start building a business that actually supports your life.One of the biggest parts of the conversation was his framework around the 5 freedoms entrepreneurs need in order to feel truly free, not just financially, but mentally, emotionally, and in how they operate day to day.If you’ve been grinding, carrying too much, and telling yourself “this is just what it takes,” this episode will challenge you (and give you a better way).Connect with Jason:Website: https://therealjasonduncan.comBook: https://a.co/d/0hyPLjkzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealjasonduncan/Connect with Porsché:Website: https://www.porschesteele.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porschemysticque/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porschemysticquesteele/

This episode is for the founders and operators who are ready to scale without the chaos.I sat down with James Orsini — Chairman of Factotum USA, VaynerX Advisor, and Operations Strategist — to talk about what it really takes to run a business with structure, clarity, and leadership that holds up under pressure.James leads Factotum USA, where he supports small and mid-sized businesses with back-office strategy across Accounting, Human Resources, and Marketing, and he’s also a co-founder and business coach at Vyve, an executive coaching and leadership training organization. With decades of experience in finance and operations (including senior leadership roles across major marketing and communications organizations), James brought a straight-shooting perspective on what separates companies that scale cleanly from companies that stay stuck in reaction mode.If you’re building something that’s meant to last, this conversation will sharpen how you think about operations, decision-making, and sustainable growth.Connect with James:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-orsini-4b1aaa7/Factotum USA: https://www.factotum.com/vYve: https://www.vyve.co/Connect with Porsché:Website: https://www.porschesteele.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porschemysticque/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porschemysticquesteele/

This episode was recorded in real time at the end of Day 2 of the Women in Publishing Live Conference (WIPCON) in Columbia, South Carolina, and it’s packed with perspective and takeaways.I sat down with Alexa Bigwarfe, publishing consultant, author, founder of Write|Publish|Sell, and the creator of the Women in Publishing Summit, and we recapped both the Women in Publishing Summit (virtual) and the live conference. We talked about why a publishing community is not optional, how being part of a society accelerates growth, and why so many authors and publishing pros feel siloed inside their “bookish businesses.”We also got into author entrepreneurship, why royalties alone rarely create immediate stability, and how authors can build sustainable, long-term income through multiple revenue streams like speaking, services, digital products, and collaborations.If you’re an author or publishing pro who’s ready to stop building alone and start building with real support, this episode is for you.WIP Society & WIP Pro: https://www.mywipsociety.com/Women in Publishing Summit: https://womeninpublishingsummit.com/Alexa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexabigwarfe/?hl=enConnect with Porsché:Website: https://www.porschesteele.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porschemysticque/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porschemysticquesteele/

Okay y’all… this is your CEO Author publishing news recap, and yes, we’re going there.This is a solo episode where I’m breaking down three major headlines that matter if you’re an author, a thought leader, or anybody building a real brand in publishing right now:Simon & Schuster hiring former Amazon exec Greg Greeley as the new CEO (and what that signals for the industry) Mia Ballard’s book being pulled after AI allegations and what this means for authors, publishers, and trust moving forward Women in Publishing Summit momentum + Women in Publishing LIVE Conference and what’s exciting about where women authors are headed right now I’m giving context, calling out what people are missing, and translating it into what YOU should be paying attention to as a CEO Author.Come live, bring your questions, and let’s talk about what’s changing in publishing (and how to move smart in the middle of it).Connect with Porsché:Women in Publishing Live: https://www.womeninpublishingsummit.com/columbia Website: https://www.porschesteele.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porschemysticque/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porschemysticquesteele/

This episode is for anyone who’s been feeling stuck, heavy, or like you know you’re called to more, but you need a real path forward.I sat down with Dr. Z (Soye Zaid-Muhammad, PsyD, NCSP) — a New York State Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Nationally Certified School Psychologist, and trained school leader — to talk about getting unstuck, stepping into divine greatness, and building the kind of inner strength that actually holds up in real life.We talked about his book The Power of a Thousand Heroes and the transformational framework he created through it, The PATH System, plus his Amazon best-selling book School Knight: 12 PATH-Driven Keys to Unleash Your Power as a School Psychologist, which brings empowerment and evidence-based psychology together for clinicians and leaders.This conversation blends psychology, leadership, and spiritual empowerment in a way that is grounded, strategic, and deeply activating. If you’re ready to move with clarity and purpose, you’ll get a lot from this one.Dr. Z’s website: https://consultationtower.com/dr-z/School Knight: https://a.co/d/00J8aCh0The Power of a Thousand Heroes (The PATH): https://a.co/d/0bdBKnmBConnect with Porsché:Website: https://www.porschesteele.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porschemysticque/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porschemysticquesteele/GET YOUR TIX TO THE MY SMALL BUSINESS CONFERENCE!(Saturday, May 2nd, 2026)https://mysmallbusinessconference.com

If you’ve ever felt like your work is solid, your expertise is real, but your visibility is not matching your value… this episode is for you.I sat down with Julie Lokun, JD — brand expert, communications strategist, and media authority advisor — to talk about what actually builds authority in today’s world (and what quietly erodes trust and brand power).Julie is the founder of The Mediacasters and co-founder of Cre8tive Con, and she’s also a globally ranked top .5% podcast host. She’s interviewed hundreds of founders, authors, and industry leaders across business, media, and television, so her perspective is sharp, direct, and rooted in credibility (not hype).In this conversation, we got into her journey, her business, and her podcast ecosystem, plus how entrepreneurs and authors can position themselves with clarity, command, and strategic visibility so they stop being overlooked and start being undeniable.Cre8tive Con Conference: https://www.cre8tivecon.com/Cre8tive Con Amped: https://www.cre8tivecon.com/ampedCreative Entrepreneur Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-entrepreneur-a-podcast-for-business-growth/id1594499253Connect with Porsché:Website: https://www.porschesteele.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porschemysticque/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porschemysticquesteele/

This episode is for anyone who’s tired of reacting on autopilot and ready to respond with clarity and intention.I sat down with Dr. JC Doornick (“The Dragon”) — #1 best-selling author, self-leadership coach, and human behavior expert — to talk about how people actually change, not in theory, but in real life.We got into his Interface Response System (IRS), a four-step framework designed to help you slow down your reactions, understand what’s really driving you, and choose responses that align with who you’re becoming. We also talked about the launch of his book Makes Sense: How to Rewire Your Mind and Transform Your Life, which hit #1, and what he wants readers to take from it right now.If you’re in a season of rebuilding, recalibrating, or leveling up, this conversation will give you language, tools, and perspective you can use immediately.Get Dr. JC’s book: https://a.co/d/0cB3QUSZInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjcdoornick/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcdoornick/Connect with Porsché:Website: https://www.porschesteele.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porschemysticque/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porschemysticquesteele/

If you’ve been feeling that quiet (or not-so-quiet) tug that you’re meant for more, this episode is for you.I sat down with Ana Jorge (Coach AnnaJo), a Career Reinvention Coach after 40 and the founder of The Science of Perfection, a philosophy grounded in one powerful truth: even the most impossible goals become possible through experimentation and imperfect action.Ana’s journey is proof that reinvention is not reserved for your twenties. She went from being a global scientist and corporate R&D leader to stepping into coaching, speaking, and becoming an author-to-be, and we talked about what it really takes to move into a new season with clarity, courage, and renewed purpose.We got into identity, fear, perfectionism, and the practical mindset shifts that help you stop waiting for the perfect time and start building a life and career that actually feels fulfilling and impactful.Connect with Ana (Coach AnnaJo):Website: https://annajocoaching.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coach-annajo/ Connect with Porsché:Website: https://www.porschesteele.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porschemysticque/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porschemysticquesteele/

Some episodes feel like a conversation, and some feel like a reset. This one was a reset.I sat down with Scott Thornton, President and local owner of Temecula Winnelson, to talk about leadership, healing, and what it looks like to be a real human while still carrying responsibility.Scott is also a poet and the author of You’re Okay, a heartfelt collection that reflects on resilience, tenderness, and the human journey. We talked about the heart behind the book, how writing became a tool for healing, and why thought leadership is not always loud. Sometimes it’s quiet, honest, and deeply impactful.If you’re in a season where you’re leading, building, and healing at the same time, you’re going to feel seen in this episode.Scott’s website: https://scott-thornton.com/Get the book (You’re Okay): https://a.co/d/0aHP2k4pInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thorspoetry/Connect with Porsché:Website: https://www.porschesteele.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porschemysticque/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porschemysticquesteele/

This episode was a whole leadership masterclass, and not the fluffy kind.I sat down with Alexis Frank, author, leadership architect, and the self-declared Governor of Leadership, and we got into what leadership actually requires in this era, especially if you’re building what’s never been built before.Alexis is the author of NOted and the creator of Governance by Design and The Art of Going Inward, and she brought the kind of clarity that makes you stop and check your own leadership habits in real time. We talked identity, psychology, systems design, and what it looks like to build organizations that are human-centered, structurally powerful, and designed to shape the future.If you’re a founder, executive, or visionary leading something unprecedented, you’re going to feel seen (and challenged) in the best way.Get Alexis’s book: https://a.co/d/0d7ILxo2Website: https://thefccoach.com/Connect with Porsché:Website: https://www.porschesteele.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porschemysticque/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porschemysticquesteele/

Okay… this episode is REAL.I’m sitting down with Méchelle McCain, a woman who’s navigated Hollywood, a very public life shift, and the kind of reinvention that forces you to choose truth over optics.We talk about what it’s really like when the “fairy tale” cracks, how she rebuilt her identity on the other side, and why logic, boundaries, and financial clarity can save you in seasons where emotions are loud.We also get into her book When Sh!t Isn’t Funny Anymore, a roadmap for anyone navigating divorce, separation, and starting over, plus the purpose-driven work she’s reigniting through her children’s health and nutrition mission.If you’ve ever had to rebuild your life, reclaim your voice, or choose YOU when everything felt upside down, this one will hit.Get Méchelle’s book: https://www.amazon.com/DP/B0G1YNSHC7Website: https://www.mechellemccain.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mechellemccainConnect with Porsché:Website: https://www.porschesteele.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porschemysticque/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porschemysticquesteele/

You know I love a conversation that makes you sit back like… “Wait. That’s actually true.”In this episode, I’m joined by Gianluca Gibbons, best-selling author, TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and creative visionary, and we’re talking about his concept of Hijacking Reality, how imagination can literally manipulate your perceived reality, and why that matters if you’re a leader, an author, or anybody building something big.We get into his life in Bermuda, how he used this mindset to accomplish major things there (including working with elected officials and the leader of the country), and how this same framework shows up in his book How to Hijack Reality and his TEDx talk on the topic.If you’ve been feeling like your next level requires a new way of thinking (and a bolder way of moving), this episode is for you.Get Gianluca’s book: https://a.co/d/49LN4KQWebsite: https://sydneypalmer.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gianlucagibbons/Business email: [email protected] with Porsché:Website: https://www.porschesteele.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porschemysticque/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porschemysticquesteele/

WE’RE BACK, BABY. Welcome to The CEO Author UNCUT, raw, real, and unfiltered conversations for authors who know their book is bigger than the pages.In this premiere, I’m sharing why I brought the show back, what being a CEO Author really means (beyond “write a book and post about it”), and what you can expect from this season.In this episode:Why this podcast exists, and why nowWhat the world gets wrong about authorship and authorityThe kind of guests and conversations you’re about to get this seasonHow to watch live and keep up each weekConnect with Porsché:Website: https://www.porschesteele.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porschemysticque/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porschemysticquesteele/