What if the “long game” of leadership isn’t about knowing the perfect playbook or chasing the next quick fix, but about the discipline to choose, practice, and recommit, week after week, for years on end? What if the most profound growth you’ll ever experience as a founder or leader is not a moment of sudden insight, but the slow compounding of self-awareness, responsibility, and everyday choices over decades?   This episode of What’s the Big Idea features Rand Stagen, seasoned entrepreneur, founding member and former board chair of the Conscious Leadership community, and for more than twenty-five years, the driving force behind the Stagen Leadership Academy. Widely known for his insistence that culture and leadership can’t be separated, and for helping organizations play the “infinite game,” Rand brings decades of experience in guiding high-performing teams, family businesses, and visionary founders beyond short-term tactics to something deeper, stickier, and far more meaningful.   Andrew sets the stage for an organic, candid conversation that cuts to the core of what makes responsible leadership both liberating and daunting. The two dive into Rand’s own journey, from a clueless 23-year-old publisher thrown into the fire, to a leader deeply shaped by years of coaching and reflection, and unpack the difference between traditional training (short, episodic, skill-based) and the kind of long-term development that actually transforms capacity, character, and results.   Inside this episode, Rand lays out foundational frameworks and practices, delivered with humility, hard-won stories, and a deep respect for paradox. He challenges Fortune 50 CEOs (and every ambitious founder) to grapple with the tension between short-term fires and the decades-long arc of impact, revealing why the real work isn’t about saying “yes” to every shiny opportunity but about developing the discernment to say “yes” to your deepest priorities, over and over.   You’ll walk away with practical insights, including:   The Rubber Band Principle - Why conscious leaders must hold the polarity of urgent, short-term needs and long-term vision, not either/or, but both/and. Learn to discern what’s a “problem to solve” vs. a “tension to manage.” Responsibility as the Heart of Leadership - Discover why Rand defines leadership in a single word, responsibility, and how adopting unconditional responsibility radically changes your culture and your results (hint: “Leaders get the organization they deserve.”) The Power of Prioritization Frameworks - Hear Rand’s battle-tested tools for evaluating tradeoffs, aligning your team, and holding yourself publicly accountable to the big rocks that matter, especially when your entrepreneurial instincts want to chase every new idea. From Self-Awareness to Culture - Explore how genuine self-awareness is the “upstream” driver of culture, and why feedback, somatic practices, and even triggering relationships can become your greatest teachers, if you choose to see them that way. Discernment over Judgment - Rand offers memorable distinctions (judgment is fear-based, discernment is love-based) for navigating when to be authentic, transparent, and vulnerable, and when to hold back, with wisdom and intention.   Why does this conversation matter right now? Because in a noisy, high-velocity world, the leaders who thrive aren’t the ones with the fastest answers, but with the deepest roots, the ones who can steward themselves and their teams through both turbulence and triumph, with clarity, humility, and rigor. For founders, CEOs, or anyone aspiring to lead with more relational integrity and long-term impact, this episode is a compass for building not just better organizations, but better humans.   Settle in for a wise, grounded, and refreshingly candid conversation. Let Rand and Andrew remind you: transformation isn’t a sprint; it’s a compounding journey of daily responsibility. Listen in, and remember, what you practice today beco

After climbing the “success mountain” of Princeton, Forbes 30 Under 30, a successful exit to SalesForce, Scott found himself cracked open by a spiritual awakening that forced him to build a bridge between rapid inner growth and a life of high achievement. Today, that bridge looks like writing, a vibrant online community, and honest conversations about integrating self-realization with contribution, prosperity, and adventure. Scott is a pioneer at the intersection of modern entrepreneurship and spiritual transformation. He’s spent the past six years living out the question: How do you pursue the expansion of consciousness while deeply thriving in the modern world?The result is his new book Conscious Accomplishment, which is coincidentally launching today (10/8). Why does this matter to me? Because, like Scott, I know what it’s like to “win” and get the thing we told ourself we wanted, only to discover something’s still missing. We talk openly about that search. I’ve sat with Scott in men’s retreats where the work was messy, real and that’s what I appreciate most about him: Scott’s not trying to look enlightened. He’s practicing in public. He’s using everyday life as the ground for his awakening, and inviting others to do the same. You’ll hear us dig into the myth that spiritual depth and worldly impact are at odds. Scott’s entire project, his book, his podcast, his Substack, is a living refutation of that. As he says, “As you uplift yourself, you become better resourced to uplift others.” That’s not just a line. It’s his truth and he’s sharing it beautifully.

When I was a lost 21-year-old with no idea what I wanted to do with my life, service saved me. I didn’t know where to find fulfillment or a sustainable, financially viable career, but I remembered the joy of supporting young people with disabilities to play sports in college. My dad said simply, “Why don’t you just do more of that?” With nothing else to hang on to, I took his advice and started my first nonprofit, Dreams for Kids DC. Running that organization, I realized that marginalized communities—like folks with disabilities—are often only seen as recipients of service, not as people who can give. We evolved our programs so that the kids we served also had opportunities to serve others, showing them they were capable of contribution. For me, service has always been one of the most direct pathways to purpose. That’s why I’m so excited to have Dan Doty on the podcast today. Dan is a founder of Everyman, one of the men’s work facilitators I respect most in the world, and an excellent father, husband, and deeply good man who genuinely cares about people. He’s in it for the right reasons. After helping bring on the second wave of men’s work with Everyman, Dan has launched a new initiative called Manpower, which brings men together around community-driven service projects nationwide. I felt so aligned with his mission that I joined as an inaugural board member to help in a small way. This conversation dives into men’s work, the loneliness epidemic, and the power of finding purpose through giving back. Here’s what you’ll take away: The Inward/Outward Balance: Dan highlights a core insight: men’s group work that stays focused only on inner process often fizzles out. Actual transformation starts when vulnerability and bonding translate into local, hands-on action. Service as State Change, and Behavior Change: You’ll learn why volunteering together isn’t just good for the recipient, but radically shifts the mental health, self-respect, and sense of belonging for the men themselves. Dan and Andrew break down the psychological “stickiness” of meaningful group service, as well as how to design it for regular, long-term impact. Simple, Replicable Tools: Explore the blueprint behind Manpower, hyper-local groups, a pair of work gloves as a symbol, and a no-nonsense approach: find out what your community needs, then bring a crew and show up. No heroics, no ego, just practical usefulness. A Redefinition of Healthy Masculinity: Examine why integrating “traditional” strengths (action, responsibility, hands-on work) with modern emotional fluency can build a new model for men: less about labels, more about tangible contribution and real community. Why listen, and why now? Because the loneliness and confusion facing so many men isn’t just abstract, it’s showing up in rising suicide rates, isolation, and a hunger for leadership that actually serves. For founders, leaders, and anyone working on themselves, this episode is a reminder: fulfillment, and real growth, don't happen in isolation. The real medicine might just be found, together, in the service of others. Tune in for a wise, grounded, and deeply hopeful conversation. Let Dan and Andrew remind you: it’s not just about “doing the work,” it’s about getting to work, side by side, building the world (and the selves) we most want to see. Listen in. The next big idea may start right down the block, with a pair of gloves and a group of guys, ready to serve.

What if business could be as human, and as messy, as life itself? What if being an ethical leader wasn’t about hitting some mythical state of perfection, but rather about showing up, getting a little lost, and finding your values again and again along the way? On this episode of What’s the Big Idea, Andrew sits down with David Gelles, New York Times reporter, bestselling author, and one of the most thoughtful chroniclers of modern leadership and capitalism. If you’ve grappled with questions about doing “good business” or wondered whether it’s really possible to put planet and people on equal footing with profit, David’s the guy you want in your corner. His latest book, Dirtbag Billionaire, tells the wild and often contradictory story of Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, who not only built a world-class company on his own weird, gritty values, but ultimately gave the whole thing away. This episode goes way deeper than another pat case study in “purpose-driven business.” Andrew and David push into the real questions: What does it actually look like to build a values-driven company while wrestling with your own imperfections? Can you succeed in capitalism without losing your integrity? And why is holding steady to your purpose so hard, and so necessary, right now? Here’s what you’ll take away: The Real Story Behind Patagonia: David strips away the glossy myth and shows us the messy, human, deeply paradoxical path that Chouinard and Patagonia actually walked. You’ll hear how sticking to your values doesn’t mean getting it right every time, and why the magic is in working through the contradictions. Consistency vs. Perfection: Learn why it’s not about speaking out on every issue, but about aligning your actions, and your silences, with your true commitments, even (especially) when it’s inconvenient or costly. The Power (and Cost) of Radical Purpose: Hear what happened when Patagonia’s founding family gave away the company and renounced billions, and what it really takes for leaders to use business as a platform for something much bigger than themselves. Success Models That Don’t Look Like the Cliché: Curious who else is out there, quietly (or not-so-quietly) redefining what ethical business can look like? David names names, from Eileen Fisher to unlikely manufacturing CEOs, and shares how even “normal” companies can live their values. Why does this matter? Because for founders, leaders, and anyone wanting to build something that endures and honors their deepest values, the path is rarely black-and-white. In a time when corporate activism, mission-washing, and burnout all mix together, it’s deeply heartening, and genuinely useful, to see that “doing it right” is mostly about staying present to your own messiness, learning as you go, and never mistaking profit for purpose. If you want frameworks, real stories, and the unvarnished truth about leading with integrity in modern business, you’ll find all that and more here. Listen in for a conversation that’s thoughtful, honest, and rooted in the idea that being an ethical leader is less about being a saint and more about coming back, again and again, to what matters most.

How do we turn love and intimacy into a living practice, one that transforms how we lead, connect, and show up in our romantic relationships?   On this episode of What’s the Big Idea, Andrew sits down with John Wineland, celebrated teacher, author, and guide to all things relationship, intimacy, and embodied masculine leadership. John is known for his transformative workshops and years of study with David Deida, as well as for helping thousands of people move past cliché ideas about intimacy toward something much deeper, kinder, and truly life-changing.   If you are curious about sacred intimacy, tantra, or what it means to lead from the heart, John brings these sometimes mystified topics down to earth. He clarifies that sacred intimacy isn’t a fixed state , but the practice of allowing the divine - love, consciousness, presence, to flow through your relationships. Drawing on stories from his own journey and decades working with men, women, and couples, John shares a toolkit for both cultivating connection and facing its challenges.   Here’s what you’ll take away from this conversation:   The Four Pillars of Sacred Intimacy: John introduces the central framework that has guided his work: intimacy (our shared humanity), devotion to the field of love, sexual polarity (understanding and honoring difference), and the commitment to deep personal work. Each is a cornerstone, and together they become the supports for a relationship not just to survive, but to thrive. Making Love Safe and Alive with Ritual and Repair: Learn how simple weekly rituals like “temple nights” or structured praise sessions can shift a partnership from transactional to transformational. The episode outlines approaches for regular check-ins and explains why honest repair work is foundational to trust and emotional safety. Nervous System Mastery for Modern Life: For men in particular, John goes deep on the value of cultivating embodied presence, emotional regulation, and clear intention. These are the building blocks not only of romantic connection, but also of authentic leadership and executive presence. You’ll hear concrete practices around structure, breath, and nervous system co-regulation. Practical Intimacy Habits Anyone Can Try: From co-breathing with your partner, to establishing rituals of praise and play, to crisp strategies for moving through the storms of conflict, John offers tools that you can start using today.   Why does this matter now? In an era of chronic busyness, digital distraction, and surface-level connection, our ability to create depth and safety in our most important relationships is a fundamental skill.   Listen in for a conversation that’s both wise and immediately useful, blending frameworks, real stories, and the kind of honest reminders we all need.

Today’s guest is Carl Buchheit, transformational coach and Co-Founder of the lauded NLP Marin (A staple training ground for silicon-valley's best CEO's and executive coaches.) Carl brings a fresh, heart-centered take on leadership, communication, and Neuro-Linguisting programming.  If you have been curious to learn more about NLP and why it is so popular amongst super coaches like Tony Robbins and high performing entrepreneurs, this episode will provide some helpful context.  So, what is Transformational NLP? At its core, NLP is about noticing and shifting the unconscious patterns in how we think, speak, and act. Transformational NLP takes it further, helping you rewrite old stories, dissolve limiting beliefs, and build more conscious, connected relationships. It’s about using language and awareness not just to perform better, but to live more authentically. Carl walks us through a handful of simple, powerful practices: State awareness: how to shift your emotional energy in real time Reframing: changing the meaning you give to challenging experiences Language patterns: recognizing the words that shape your beliefs Anchoring: using memory and movement to access powerful inner states Meta-model questions: interrupting negative thought loops with clarity and curiosity Throughout the episode, Carl brings real-life examples, mindset shifts, and emotionally intelligent tools that apply to everything from leadership and conflict to love and self-worth. Whether you're navigating a difficult relationship, trying to lead with more empathy, or simply curious about how to rewire old mental patterns—this one’s for you. It’s both a conversation and an invitation: to listen more deeply, speak more consciously, and create outcomes where everyone wins.

What if the biggest breakthroughs in your leadership had nothing to do with what you do and everything to do with the way you see?   In this episode of What’s the Big Idea?, I sit down with Diana Chapman, co-founder of the Conscious Leadership Group and co-author of The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership. If you’ve ever heard someone talk about “above and below the line” leadership, you’re already hearing her influence.   We break down the 15 Commitments framework, one of the most transformational tools I’ve encountered in my work as an executive coach. These commitments aren’t rules. They’re ways of seeing and being that fundamentally change how you lead, relate, and live.   We talk about: The #1 thing that keeps leaders stuck (and how to shift it) Why personal responsibility is the ultimate power move How to use curiosity to dissolve conflict The real cost of drama in teams and how to lead beyond it   If you’re searching for an introduction to the 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership or want to deepen your understanding of the model, this episode is a masterclass from the source.   Whether you’re a founder, executive, or someone committed to living more consciously, this one’s for you.   Listen in and learn why commitment to consciousness might be the most powerful leadership move you can make.

Ep 55. Today’s guest is John Mackey, co-founder of Whole Foods Market and a pioneer of conscious capitalism. In this powerful conversation, John shares the personal stories and hard-earned wisdom behind his newest framework, Win Win Win, and what it truly means to lead with love. From the start, John opens the door to a deeper kind of dialogue. He shares the psychedelic awakening at age 22 that cracked open his worldview and put him on a lifelong journey to integrate business, spirituality, and service. That experience sparked a series of realizations that shaped not only how he built Whole Foods, but how he now lives his life. At the heart of our conversation is the big idea he recently brought to the TED stage: Win Win Win. It’s a simple but transformative concept. In every interaction, how can we create something that’s good for ourselves, good for the other person, and good for the larger whole? John believes this is the path to lasting impact, and he offers the tools to make it real. Together, we walk through the three core shifts that make Win Win Win possible. First, a shift of mind: letting go of judgment and stepping into curiosity. Then a shift of heart: opening to empathy, listening more deeply, and showing up with compassion. And finally, a shift into creativity: expanding what we believe is possible and asking again and again, what’s the most beautiful outcome we can create here? John doesn’t just speak in ideas. He lives this work. Throughout the conversation, he brings real-life stories, surprising metaphors, and clear practices that anyone can apply. From how to navigate conflict with openness to how to lead from the heart in business negotiations, his insights are both practical and profound. We also talk about the deeper drivers behind human behavior. Why do so many leaders chase money, fame, and power when what they really want is love? What happens when we stop trying to win at all costs and start creating environments where everyone gets to flourish? John makes the case for a new kind of leadership that begins with listening and ends in connection. This episode is a masterclass in emotional intelligence and applied philosophy. Whether you’re a founder, a team leader, or someone just trying to build a more meaningful life, John’s message will meet you where you are. His presence is calm and clear. His vision is big and human. And his challenge to all of us is simple: practice love, every day, with everyone. No exceptions.

Today's guest is Joe Hudson, one of the most sought after Executive Coaches in Silicon Valley and Founder of The Art of Accomplishment. He shares his insights into the art of making better decisions by developing emotional fluidity and living by principles. Drawing on years of experience coaching high-level leaders (including work with Sam Altman and OpenAI), Joe explores how our relationship with emotions directly impacts our decision-making clarity. Joe reveals his approach to decision-making, emphasizing the importance of connection, wonder, and understanding the true nature of our emotional landscape. He outlines how great decisions don't come from avoiding difficult emotions or outcomes—they emerge when we welcome all possibilities and align with our deepest principles. Through captivating stories and practical frameworks like the VIEW methodology, Joe shares his core principles for effective decision-making. Whether discussing parenting insights that transformed his relationship with emotions or exploring his vision for societal transformation, Joe offers a refreshing perspective on achievement that prioritizes enjoyment and alignment over "dirty fuel" like stress and fear. The conversation culminates in a powerful decision-making exercise: visualizing both best and worst outcomes while fully feeling all associated emotions—a practice that often reveals the clearest path forward.

Episode Title: No More Mr. Nice Guy - How to stop people pleasing and get the love, life and connection you want.    Guest: Dr. Robert Glover, renowned psychotherapist, author of No More Mr. Nice Guy, and founder of Integration Nation, a men’s community fostering authentic masculinity and growth. His Big Idea: Authentic growth begins by breaking free from the "Nice Guy Syndrome," a deeply ingrained pattern of people-pleasing and self-sabotage rooted in toxic shame and unmet childhood needs.  Transformation happens when men take responsibility for their needs, embrace boundaries, and cultivate relationships that foster mutual respect and genuine connection. Dr. Glover encourages men to pursue an integrated life by owning all aspects of themselves, both their light and shadow, and creating a community that empowers healthy masculinity. Dr. Robert Glover, a leading voice in men’s personal development, shares his transformative insights on overcoming the Nice Guy Syndrome. Drawing on decades of therapeutic experience and his personal journey, Dr. Glover unpacks the origins of this syndrome and its impact on men’s relationships, careers, and overall well-being. He provides practical guidance on embracing conflict, setting boundaries, and cultivating meaningful connections that are free of manipulation and resentment. Through engaging anecdotes, insightful theories, and actionable advice, Dr. Glover challenges men to reclaim their power by confronting their toxic shame, embracing their full selves, and stepping into the world as integrated, authentic individuals. Key Insights: The Roots of Nice Guy Syndrome The Origins of Toxic Shame: Many men internalize feelings of inadequacy and unworthiness during childhood, creating a belief that they must earn love by pleasing others and avoiding conflict. Covert Contracts: These unconscious "if-then" agreements—like “If I’m a good guy, I’ll be loved”—are manipulative, unsustainable, and often lead to frustration, resentment, and passive aggression. Breaking Free from Limiting Patterns Releasing Shame: Men must work to uncover and release the toxic shame that fuels their need to seek external validation. Dr. Glover highlights the importance of safe spaces, like therapy and men’s groups, to facilitate this process. Setting Boundaries: Boundaries aren’t about controlling others—they’re about defining how we want to be treated. Masterful boundaries create space for authentic connection by inviting everyone involved into higher consciousness. Building the Integrated Man Integrating All Aspects of Self: Growth happens when men accept and integrate all parts of themselves, including their vulnerabilities, fears, and even their “inner jerk.” This integration fosters authenticity and confidence. Cultivating Brotherhood: Men thrive when they have strong, supportive relationships with other men. Dr. Glover emphasizes the importance of mentorship, collaboration, and shared growth in fostering healthy masculinity.   Notable Quotes: “Toxic shame operates like a hidden operating system—it runs the show, but you don’t even know it’s there.” “Boundaries are not about pushing people away; they’re about creating space for real intimacy.” “I swim in a sea of love. Love rains down on me.” “If you want to master something, teach it.”   Resources Mentioned: Books: No More Mr. Nice Guy by Dr. Robert Glover The Road Less Traveled by M. Scott Peck Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers Passionate Marriage by David Schnarch The Way of the Superior Man by David Deida   Connect with Dr. Robert Glover: Website: drglover.com Community: integrationnation.net   Thank You for Listening!  

Today’s guest is Bryan Franklin, one of the world’s top executive coaches, he shares his insights into what truly makes a great coach. Drawing on years of experience coaching high-level leaders and training the next generation of trusted advisors, Bryan explores the unique qualities and skills that allow coaches to guide their clients toward clarity, resilience, and personal evolution. Bryan reveals his approach to impactful coaching, emphasizing the importance of love, presence, and understanding multiple perspectives. He outlines how great coaches don’t just give answers—they create conditions that allow clients to access deeper truths and discover new pathways forward. Through captivating stories and practical advice, Bryan shares his core principles for effective coaching, from crafting authentic connections to embracing the complexity of each individual’s journey.

Today's guest is Jonny Miller, a nervous system specialist, transformational coach and host of the Curious Humans podcast. In this episode, Jonny dives into the science and practice of nervous system regulation, sharing how this foundational skill can help individuals manage stress, increase emotional balance, and perform at their best.  Drawing from his personal experiences and journey of growth, Jonny highlights how mastering the nervous system has been pivotal in overcoming emotional challenges and achieving mental clarity. Jonny explains how understanding the body’s stress response - along with tools to regulate it - can have a profound impact on how we navigate life’s demands, whether in the realm of entrepreneurship, sports, or creativity.  He breaks down the ways our nervous system impacts our ability to handle stress, recover from burnout, and build long-term resilience. He breaks down the science behind nervous system regulation and offers practical insights on how breathwork can help anyone handle stress, recover from emotional overwhelm, and build inner strength.

In this episode, we speak with Raz Ingrasci, the Chairman of the Hoffman Institute, about the life-changing impact of the Hoffman Process.  Andrew just completed the week long training on the day this podcast was recorded.  With over four decades of experience in human development, Raz explains how early childhood conditioning deeply affects our adult behaviors, often leading to patterns that no longer serve us. These patterns, rooted in the need to mirror our parents to secure love and survival, are referred to as "Negative Love Syndrome." Raz’s personal insights into the Hoffman Process and his decades-long experience working with thousands of individuals shine through as he shares practical tools for emotional healing and personal growth. He talks about how compassion, especially toward oneself, is the bridge to deeper self-understanding and long-term behavioral transformation. For anyone interested in emotional growth or those looking to break free from limiting beliefs, this episode provides an introduction to the power of compassion-based personal development. Raz breaks down the core of the Hoffman Process, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, self-compassion, and healing the relationship with our parents to unlock emotional freedom. Through practical techniques and exercises, individuals can break free from these negative patterns and begin to live more authentically.

Today's guest is Annie Lala. Annie is one of the top relationship experts and coaches on the planet. I am very fortunate to have called her my relationship coach through my 11 year marriage, my recent divorce, and now with my new partner Melissa. I would not be in the happy co-parenting relationship I currently an with Miki (my ex) without her love and support. She is truly world class at helping people to work through really difficult challenges and conflict in their relationships. She's a master at the technical and the practical.... the rituals, communication techniques that help people to stay in love and cultivate inspiring partnerships. She's also just plain brilliant. She's able to talk about the esoteric and the mental models of love and relationship, with a fluidity and mastery that is interesting and deeply inspiring. She is one of my favorite people on the planet. She's a genius when it comes to creating and sustaining a love filled relationship. So ,whether you are already in the relationship of your dreams, or you want to build one in the future, Annie can help.

These days, I only fire up the podcast for people who I believe to be truly world-class at what they do.   @jaysongaddis is one of those people.   His book “Getting to Zero” provides a practical framework to master conflict resolution in our important relationships.   Jayson offered up a ton of practical wisdom about how we can approach conflict consciously, tips for effective communication, and how to navigate the inner turmoil that challenges our personal fulfillment and growth.   Here are 📌4 key takeaways from our chat…   1. 🎯 Taking ownership: Jayson explained how approaching conflict with ‘ownership’ of actions is key to constructive outcomes. This involves stepping out of the victim mentality and acknowledging one's contribution to the situation, even when we think the other person is at fault.   2. 💡 Cognitive Empathy versus Feeling Felt: He shed light on the distinction between understanding someone’s feelings (cognitive empathy) and truly making them feel understood, emphasizing the latter's powerful impact in conflict resolution.   3. 📚 Inner Conflict Resolution: Jayson discussed the concept of inner conflict deriving from compromising our true selves for acceptance. He also provides practical outlets and practices to bring harmony to the inner and outer worlds.   LUFU - LUFU means that you make a commitment to Listen to the other person Until they Feel Understood. It is a simple way to sharpen your listening skills in high impact conversations.   If these snippets piqued your interest, tune into the episode for deeper insights and tips.   You’ll walk away from this chat with a new lens on difficult conversations. You will learn how to face conflict as an opportunity to grow personally and create deeper understanding in your important relationships.   Enjoy.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=snbuEYtvINQ

Valter Longo is an Italian-American biologist and gerontologist who is a professor of gerontology and biological science at the University of Southern California. He is the director of the USC Longevity Institute and the Program on Longevity and Cancer at IFOM (FIRC Institute of Molecular Oncology) in Milan, Italy. Longo is known for his research on the biological mechanisms of aging, and for his work on fasting-mimicking diets, which he claims can promote health and longevity. He has written several books on the subject, including "The Longevity Diet" and "The Fasting Diet". Longo advocates for periodic fasting as a way to promote overall health and prevent disease. He believes that intermittent fasting, which involves limiting food intake to certain times of day or certain days of the week, can help reduce inflammation, improve metabolic health, and promote cellular repair and regeneration.   In today's episode, we focus on intermittent fasting. 

Jim McCann is the business leader, author, and philanthropist who founded 1-800-Flowers.com and grew the business from its roots as a single flower shop in Manhattan into the world's largest florist. With a passion for helping people deliver smiles, Jim transformed the flower and gift marketplace to help customers express themselves and connect with the important people in their lives.    Devoted to helping others, Jim founded the nonprofit organization Smile Farms to provide meaningful jobs to young adults and people with developmental disabilities. Jim also started the Connectivity Council, which brings together therapists, researchers, and thought leaders to share ideas and trends around human connection and community.

How have your friendships changed since COVID began?    How did your community shrink or expand?    Do you have more depth with less people?    If you want some help exploring these types of questions and the power of friendship in the age of loneliness, this is a great one.    - We explore the stats that break down the loneliness epidemic we are currently facing in America. - Tangible strategies for building friendships and community - Intro to facilitation and meaningful gathering - Two friends talking about the power of human connection  

Michael Hebb is an innovative and influential cultural figure, entrepreneur and activist, described by the New York Times as an “underground restaurateur, impresario and provocateur.” He believes that the dinner table is one of the most effective (and overlooked) vehicles for changing the world. After teaching a University of Washington graduate course titled Let’s Have Dinner and Talk About Death, Michael started Death Over Dinner. This project was created as a gift, an invitation and a simple set of tools to help families and friends address the basic human fact that we are all, at some point, going to die. We suffer more when we don’t communicate our wishes, we suffer less when we know how to honor the wishes of our loved ones.  -- Michael is a partner at RoundGlass and the Founder of Deathoverdinner.org, Drugsoverdinner.org, EarthtoDinner.org, WomenTeachMen.org and The Living Wake. He currently serves as a Board Advisor at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts; and in the recent past as Senior Advisor to Summit Series, Theo Chocolate, Learnist, Caffe Vita, CreativeLive, Architecture For Humanity, and Mosaic Voices Foundation .  In 1997 Hebb co-founded City Repair and Communitecture with architect Mark Lakeman, winning the AIA People's Choice Award for the Intersection Repair Project. In 1999 Michael and Naomi Pomeroy co-founded Family Supper in Portland, a supper club that is credited with starting the pop-up restaurant movement. In the years following they opened the restaurants clarklewis and Gotham Bldg Tavern, garnering international acclaim.  After leaving Portland, Hebb built Convivium/One Pot, a creative agency that specialized in the ability to shift culture through the use of thoughtful food and discourse based gatherings. Convivium's client list includes: The Obama Foundation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, TEDMED, The World Economic Forum, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Clinton Global Initiative, X Prize Foundation, The Nature Conservancy. Michael is the founding Creative Director of The City Arts Festival, the founder of Night School @ The Sorrento Hotel, the founder of www.seder.today and the founding Creative Director at the Cloud Room. He served as a Teaching Fellow at the Graduate School of Communication at University of Washington. His writings have appeared in USA TODAY, GQ, Food and Wine and numerous other publications. Michael can often be found speaking at universities and conferences, here is his TEDMED talk. 

The Art of Charm Podcast is one of the most popular lifestyle podcasts on the planet with nearly 2.5M monthly downloads. You'll learn our top strategies to improve your career, confidence, lifestyle, and love-life from top experts like life and business-hackers. Andrew has always loved the AOC podcast because of their focus on communication, confidence and relational dynamics. On this episode he focused on emotional mastery techniques from his men's work facilitation, as well as his proprietary social flow framework for clear communication and unshakable confidence.