My guest today is someone I consider a mentor from afar. Jerry Colonna is a renowned venture capitalist who played a prominent role in the early development of Silicon Valley. As the co-founder of Flatiron Investors in 1996, Jerry became influential for venture capital firms.

What makes Jerry EXTRA special for me is not only his economic success but also his work in professional life coaching and inner inquiry. Currently the CEO of Reboot.io, a coaching company founded on the idea that deep self inquiry and emotional integrity can lead to healthy leadership.

We talk about building healthy relationships at home and in the workspace. Jerry is the author of Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up and Reunion: Leadership and the Longing to Belong. Check out the deeply insightful conversation - I'm sure you'll find it helpful for the relationships we all build and sustain!

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How do we build friend groups? What are some of the ideal community rituals? What is the secret sauce for friendship and belonging?

In our first episode for the season, I talk to Gretchen Rubin, the New York Times-bestselling author of many books including 'The Happiness Project!' She truly is one fo the most influential voices in helping us navigate relationships and habits for joyful actions.

We dive into the nitty gritties of relationships and building true, meaningful bonds! Join us in this conversation!

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Welcome back to a new season of Plucking Up with Liz Bohannon!

In this season, I bring to you a treasure chest of amazing, insightful and fun conversations. We learn, grow and laugh together in these weekly conversations!

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Here we are! The Season Finale is here! Wow what a journey of amazing, thought-provoking and truly emotional conversations from a diverse bunch of influential guests.

For our finale, I have with me Tom Turcich, the tenth person to walk around the world. That's right! Tom walked to six continents, 38 countries for seven years. He chronicled the journey in his book, The World Walk.

We talked about the funny and pluck-ups on this life-changing journey and what inspired him. But more importantly, we spoke up about his challenges after he returned to a life of normalcy - when we get a reality check!

Check out this very inspiring story. And stay tuned for more from the Plucking Up podcast as we prepare a new season soon!

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Hey Pluckies! I couldn't have asked for a more insightful and introspective guest, as we near the end of this season.

Adrienne Maree Brown is a New York Times-bestselling author and activist. Adrienne talked to me about the mindsets we need to embrace to truly connect and navigate our relationships with our loved ones and society.

This is one of my favorite topics and we really get into the nitty-gritty of it all. Check out Adrienne's latest book, Loving Corrections.

And tune in to this episode!

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My amazing guest is Samantha Rudolph, the CEO od Babyation, a highly-rated and extremely efficient breast pump brand.

Samantha opens up about her upbringing and how it shaped her.

But we dive in to the mental health of entrepreneurs, the importance of leading in an authentic way and understanding that you won't be perfect in the process. This episode isn't just for entrepreneurs! These life lessons are for all of us as we lead any part of our life.

Take a listen!

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My special guest today is a trailblazing founder and entrepreneur. When I talk to fellow entrepreneurs, we get deep and insightful real quick. Especially because we can relate with each other!

My guest today is Ariel Kaye, the founder and CEO of the fast-growing home essentials brand, Parachute. She talks about making a passion into a business and how to stay motivated.

Ariel also expresses the importance of listening to experienced team members, while staying true and honest to one's gut feeling.

We get frank and transparent in this conversation. Listen in!

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Today's episode is quite unique. Usually I talk with celebrities, entrepreneurs and popular thought leaders. But not today. My special guest today is Michael George. Michael is one a key journey of redemption and beginning a new chapter of his life - rediscovering his true self after embracing his pluck-ups.

Michael came across my book, 'Beginner's Pluck,' at a book club. Having been a former inmate in prison, Michael talks to me about his regrets, how he learned to uplift himself and trust those who loved him.

This is an inspiring tale - and there is no better place to share the beauty of pluck-ups than here!

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We've all heard of fasting as religious observances or even for bodily cleansing through food? But my guest today teaches us how a digital detox is fasting for our mental wellbeing.

Darren Whitehead, Head of the Church of the City and pastor, talks to me about how there's actually a Joy in Missing Out versus FOMO - when we detach from the technology around us. We all chat about his multicultural life, how he raises his kids and how he stumbled upon becoming a pastor.

Check out his new book, 'The Digital Fast.' And listen to our fun and enriching conversation!

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My friendship with my guest today started when we first collaborated on each other's podcasts. And now she's back on the show - our first guest to make a return!

Molly Stillman is a leader in the blogging and content worlds for sustainable fashion. She's the host of the Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder podcast. Pre order her new book, 'If I Don't Laugh, I'll Cry,' now!

Molly and I talk about what we've missed in each other's lives, what it means to keep plucking up and how to redefine success in this era of our lives!

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Have you tried the extremely popular, P90X Workout? If you haven't, I'm sure you've heard of it and how pathbreaking it was in the wellness world.

My guest today is the founder of P90X, Tony Horton. Tony talks to me about his hurdles growing up, trying out acting and the entertainment business and ultimately finding wild success in the P90X plan.

But as ya'll know, this show is about the pluck ups! Tony talks about the dark realities of success in the entertainment and wellness industries. And how he keeps himself going - finding more joy in this era of his life.

Listen in on this fun conversation!

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My guest today, Amy Orr Ewing, is an author, speaker and theologian. Through her books and talks, she strives to help Christians understand their spiritual purposes and meaning in life.

Amy speaks to me about leading with courage and wisdom for women especially in their midlives. We get open about our faith and how it has helped us despite the struggles of life!

Her new book, Lead Like Real You will be available next week. Check out this link to buy it and pre-order it! Check out the conversation.

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Many times our passion and purpose is found through our pluck-ups. No one represents that better than my guest today, Joey Odom.

Joey is the co-founder of Aro, a company striving to reduce screen-time for family members to spend more time together.

We talk about faith and the need to not let technology control us in today's times. It's a very important conversation! Check it out.

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Today is a special episode! For those who may not know, my husband, Ben, and I had started a company together called, Sseko Designs.

In today's episode, we both chat with the founders of Bivo, a water bottle company, Carina Hamel and Robby Ringer, a married couple as well.

We chat about the struggles of working together as a couple to start and maintain a business. We laugh about our entrepreneurial journeys and how to manage the love with the work.

In fact, this was also our first LIVE episode. We had our audience members join us in the live recording. Ya'll joined us and also got the chance to ask us questions and interact with us at the end. Wait till the end to hear those moments!

Enjoy this couples special episode!

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Hey Pluckies! This might be the first time we've had someone from my first season return to the show!

Sarah Bessey is back! If you haven't heard our first episode with her, please do check it out. She's a prolific, a New York Times bestselling author of several books including, 'Jesus Feminist' and 'Field Notes for the Wilderness: Practices for an Evolving Faith.'

She's also the co-creator of Evolving Faith organization. Sarah talks about the quarter-turn pivots we have to make in our faith, parenting and our careers - and how important they are for our progress!

Listen now!

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Most of us don't have extremely unique or off-the-beat vocational paths. We are usually taking the traditional route. But how do we find our own unique voices and creativity while taking a traditional path in our careers?

My guest today, John Inazu, is a lawyer whose taken his career to new heights using his voice and experience. John teaches us how to harness our inner beginner even while taking a more traditional career path.

He is the founder of the Carver Project and Professor of Law and Religion at Washington University. His most recent book, 'Learning to Disagree,' is also a topic of interesting conversation!

This episode will challenge and inspire you!

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Can our side hustles become our means to success? Why do we let society define what success is?

My guest today, Allison Fallon is a bestselling author and founder of Find Your Voice, a community helping anyone who wants to write a book through workshops and coaching. Ally was passionate about writing and helping others write.

Ally talks about managing life with your passion and how to make it all work through your voice. She's vulnerable and candid about her own struggles and pluck-ups. I'm so glad we connected and had this amazing conversation to share with all of you!

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My guest today has the largest and most popular cooking substack, 'What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking,' Caroline Chambers!

Even if you're not into cooking and baking, this episode is still for you. Especially because Caroline talks about being careful and cautious when diving into your dream careers.

This episode felt like I was talking to a buddy - it was chill, funny but also very insightful!

Preorder her new cookbook releasing this August 13th, 'What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking.' Here's the link!

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This is an extremely deep, a rollercoaster-of-an episode! And I truly encourage you to buckle up for it.

Lara Love Hardin is a 4-time New York Times-bestselling author and Founder of her True Literacy, a literary agency. She's partnered with Oprah Winfrey and the Dalai Lama for her work.

Lara speaks about her addiction, secrecy and heartbreak - and how all of that was necessary. I cried multiple times in this episode. But I came out with so many lessons. I am sure you will too!

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Have you ever made or thought about making a big change in your life? It felt like a leap of faith - a big risk? Or maybe you are trying to follow your heart, but aren't sure about the decision made? Well then - this episode is definitely for you!

My guest and dear friend, James Pearson, is a poet and author. But the fact of the matter is - he didn't always want to be one. We talk about trying to be our true selves and learning to get out of the noise of what other people and circumstances expect of us.

Check out James' latest poetry book, 'The Wilderness That Bears Your Name.' I love it so much!

Can't wait for y'all to hear the episode!

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