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Curiosity alone won't change the world, but going Beyond Curious™ will. The people that shape society are the explorers — the brave adventurers willing to take a voyage into the unknown to satisfy their curiosity, fulfill their purpose, and bring their ideas to life. This show is for those people. The ones that are relentlessly curious about themselves, their impact, their potential, the people they love, and the world around them. The ones who CONSTANTLY ask themselves, “What if…”, “I wonde ...
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These are the raw, the gut-wrenching, often hilarious, sometimes shocking, and certainly entertaining stories of innovative business founders who are making their ‘beautiful dent’ in the world. No B.S., no posturing, and no narcissists allowed. Join your co-hosts, Bob Regnerus & Brandon Boyd, as we sit back, relax, and enjoy adventures and stories from innovative founders on this crazy journey we’re all on together.
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Are you hungry for ground-breaking techniques and strategies to evolve your personal and leadership effectiveness? Our mission is to raise the consciousness of leaders through highlighting leading-edge programs, mindsets, and tools, as well as provide examples of leaders who have “done their own work” along the journey to becoming more enlightened. Some might call these growth tools cutting edge and others may be skeptical — but either way there is an intense curiosity for outside-the-box pe ...
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Remember the last time you and few close friends stayed up too late at the Diner because no one wanted to leave? You didn’t need that grilled cheese with a side of pancakes but damn if it didn’t hit the spot! You laughed until you cried or cried until you laughed. Regardless of which lead to what, you left feeling a little more thoughtful, grateful, and actually full. Those are the best conversations we have in our lives, and the reason why Diner Talks with James exists. I’ll be your bearded ...
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Show Notes Generated With The Help of AI! 00:00 - Introduction to Beyond Curious and today's guest, Trevor Blake Brandon welcomes listeners and introduces Trevor Blake, a returning guest known for his unique lifestyle and impressive entrepreneurial journey—having built and exited multiple nine-figure businesses with no employees, all while working …
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The Power of Boundaries: Unlocking Innovation Through Constraints with Rachel Druckenmiller Episode Description: What do photographing polar bears in the Arctic and leading high-performing teams have in common? More than you might think. In this episode of The Enlightened Executive, Susan Drumm sits down with Rachel Druckenmiller—leadership strateg…
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Gil Petersil used to feel awkward speaking to people. With English as his third language, Gil built his confidence by serving hundreds of homeless people… and going to speed dating events. Today, he’s known as a global leader in the world of networking—building relationships with royalty in Indonesia and running thousands of events worldwide, inclu…
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Back in college, I took a $2,000 prize from a business plan competition in Sweden and made what seemed like a bold move at the time… I invested all of it into an online course called Zero to Launch by Ramit Sethi. One of the star students featured in the program? Selena Soo. Even then, I was blown away by her track record — so it was kind of a funn…
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What if the greatest leadership transformation doesn’t start with a new strategy—but with a shift in you? In this episode of The Enlightened Executive, Daniel McCollum joins Susan Drumm to explore how self-awareness, vulnerability, and intentional growth become the foundation for high-performing teams and thriving organizational culture. Together, …
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Here’s a small sample of where Johann Nogueira’s curiosity has taken him: Built a SaaS company from $0 to $20M in 4 years. Created a board game to teach his son how to build a business from $0 to $10M. Rallied 30+ companies and 600,000 people to launch a COVID app in 10 days — and why the Australian government and its 3 biggest tech companies came …
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The other day I tuned into a presentation from a $50M/year entrepreneur. The guy was clearly brilliant. He had experience. Wisdom. Insight. But here’s the thing: I walked away remembering none of it. Maybe I zoned out. But it got me thinking… How often does this happen? We sit through 60+ minutes of content, and walk away with nothing that sticks. …
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What if the secret to getting more done—and feeling better doing it—wasn’t about pushing harder, but pausing smarter? In this episode of The Enlightened Executive, I sit down with internationally recognized Qigong master and author Lee Holden to explore how strategic slowing down can unlock your highest leadership energy. Lee shares insights from h…
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5 Companies… $12M in sales…. Being married to her best friend… and having 5 boys. Is there really much more I need to say? Seriously, I’m so excited to introduce you to today’s guest, Amy Walker. In today’s episode, you’ll learn: How Amy shifted from running one company that did about $600,000 in sales to running five companies that are collectivel…
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Does this resonate? For years, I believed leadership was about pushing harder, working longer, and showing up no matter how depleted I felt. It seemed like success demanded constant resilience—never slowing down. But that old narrative, as my guest Jayne Warrilow shared, doesn’t create great leaders. It creates burnout. Isolation. Disconnection. Ja…
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If you asked me: “Brandon, what ideas have most impacted your life?” I’d give two answers: My Find Your Four™ concept that my entire world is built around +2 Energy These two concepts unlock the ability to: Build a life doing the things you love the most With the people that bring you the most energy I’ve gone deep on Find Your Four™ already… but t…
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During Apartheid in South Africa, townships were created to segregate non-white populations from white-designated areas. Today, they still exist, and are very impoverished areas where life is difficult. On top of that… South Africa has the highest unemployment rate in the world. Today’s guest, Willem Gous, is doing something AMAZING in these areas.…
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A catalyzing moment in Aidan Uttinger’s life could easily be a scene from a movie: Closing your eyes, spinning a globe, stopping it with your finger, and going there. Aidan’s finger ended up on the Philippines, and he ended up there as a teenager, eventually becoming adopted by a Filipino family. But that’s just the start… In today’s episode, you’l…
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This episode will forever stand out as a game changer for me personally. I had a major breakthrough in this episode AND I continued to implement after the recording and it’s been INCREDIBLE. So here’s what happened, and why I’m super excited about this episode: I’m CONSTANTLY learning new ways to… Increase my awareness of unconscious thought patter…
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What if the secret to becoming a more effective leader lies not in developing a subject matter expertise and amassing years of experience, but in embracing a simple question: “Why?” In a world where innovation and forward momentum often define success, stopping to question why can be the difference maker for effective and enlightened leaders. I rec…
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I feel… Full. Whole. Grateful. Awe. Inspired. Excited. Elevated. Loved. Seen. Why? March 12th - 16th I was with some of my favorite humans on the planet during the first LIVE Curiosity Island™ event. For those that may not be familiar, Curiosity Island™ is an invite-only community that is comprised of many of the podcast guests you hear on the show…
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During COVID, there was one “game night” that changed my life. We were sitting down to learn a new game, when my wife, Leah, made a comment: “It’s so funny and a bit frustrating playing board games with you, because you’re too good at figuring out how to win at them.” (Though the last two nights, Leah has kicked my ass in DC Deck Building) Anyways……
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High-performing teams don’t happen by accident. You can hire the best people, offer competitive salaries, and set ambitious goals—but if you don’t intentionally build a strong, aligned culture, your team will never reach its full potential. So, what separates good teams from world-class teams? That’s exactly what I explored in my conversation with …
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Here were the thoughts that ran through my mind the first time I met today’s guest, Jennifer Payeur at an event: “She’s like a tree.” I don’t know what it was. Maybe it was her green dress… her grounding and wise presence… Whatever it was, I was like “I must talk to this incredible human.” Sure enough, at dinner the first night I found myself right…
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Whenever I meet someone “in the wild” and they ask me what I do, I struggle with what to say. Because in reality, my business is to gather world class humans on imaginary “Curiosity Island” to play and solve big problems. I’m guessing today’s guest, has a similar struggle, because here are a few things that are a part of her “world” She’s as multi-…
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Why does changing old habits always feel like an uphill battle, even when we genuinely want to change? Understanding the science behind our behaviors isn't just a nice-to-have; it's essential for growth. Natalie McVeigh, an executive coach specializing in neuroscience and conversational intelligence, and I dove deep into this enlightening topic. Na…
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Muhammad Ali. Lebron James. Tom Brady. Britney Spears. The Kardashians… … he’s photographed them all. As today’s guest, Marc Serota says, “It’s easier to say who I haven’t shot than it is to say who I have.” I’m grateful to say that I actually first met today’s guest in person in beautiful Turks & Caicos at our buddy Al-B Hannemann’s event. After s…
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Here’s a small taste of some of the crazy adventures discussed in today’s episode: Building a social network with members including space shuttle captains, members swimming oceans, skiing down from the summit of Everest, winning world cups, & olympic gold medalists Growing a division of Dell Computer from 0 → 1.5B in 11 months Being connected with …
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How does one measure the true value of a leader? Is it in strategy and profits or does it go deeper and look at empathy, followership and visionary thinking? I had the opportunity to dive into the world of conscious leadership with Justin Breen, an extraordinary visionary and CEO/Co-Founder of Epic F.I.T. Network, which was recently named one of th…
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Michael Roderick is the most interesting thinker that I personally know. His superpower to… “Think about his thinking” Help OTHERS think about their thinking Position his thinking to make people want to collaborate with him … is honestly pure magic. I’ve known him for ~5 years and I’m incredibly grateful to call him a close friend, mentor, and thou…
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Johnny Crowder’s story is so crazy it doesn’t even seem real. As a suicide and abuse survivor with severe OCD and experiencing hallucinations, Johnny was no stranger to negative and dark thoughts. Yet today, here are some of the ways that he’s currently saving lives by sharing his story of overcoming these experiences: Lead vocalist of the heavy me…
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What if the key to unlocking exponential growth lies not in (only) maximizing profits, but in genuinely caring for all stakeholders? In a world where businesses prioritize the bottom line, many overlook the transformative power of a mission that serves customers, employees, and the community. Recently I spoke with Philip Wilson, the founder and CEO…
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“So what you're saying is the Karate Kid was actually about you?” Those were the exact words out of my mouth during today’s episode 😆 While Lee Holden wasn’t training for a fight like Daniel-San, in his 20s he did get to train directly with Taoist master and one of the most spiritually influential people in the world, Master Mantak Chia. As his fir…
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Jessika Von Innerebner grew up in a religious cult. She wasn’t allowed to go to school. Her family was poor. She had to go door to door every Saturday to preach… She felt trapped. So she made a bold move: At 17, she left. With no idea what she was going to do or live, she boldly started to start living her life the way she wanted to. Slowly, she di…
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How important is having your employees form friendships at work? Is there a decrease in productivity if employees are also friends? The answers may surprise you. In fact, fostering meaningful connections among team members can be the secret ingredient to thriving workplace success. Shasta Nelson brings her deep expertise, grounded in over 15 years …
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If I were to have read the title of this episode, I know what I’d be thinking: “No way. How could it be possible to have a 9-figure exit with no employees? And on top of that, working less than 5 hours per day?” I for sure had never heard of this done before… That is, until I met today’s guest, Trevor Blake. Trevor is the NYT bestselling author of …
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In the absolute most loving way possible, I would describe today’s guest as a wise, female, & British Indiana Jones. Dr. Jude Currivan… Has a master’s degree in Quantum Physics and Cosmology from Oxford University along with a Ph.D. in Archaeology from the University of Reading Has travelled to over 80 countries and worked with numerous wisdom keep…
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Have you ever found yourself staring blankly at your computer screen, completely overwhelmed by a mountain of responsibilities, wondering if it’s time to reconsider your role as an executive? During my recent talk with Jay Abbasi, a former leader of people development at Tesla and current speaker and coach, we dug deep into the methods and mindsets…
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Here’s a small sample of the “Curiosity Resume” of today’s guest: Helped raise over $100M for non profits Was a pop artist in the 90s with a song that knocked Whitney Houston’s "I Will Always Love You" out of the #1 spot on the Billboard Top 40 Charts Has been married to her husband for 30 years, with 3 children, in New York City… and has had a gra…
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When I first discovered the 80/20 Rule (aka the Pareto Principle), I was immediately hooked. In case you’re unfamiliar… At its core, the 80/20 rule shows us how a small number of things often account for a large portion of the results. As a general rule of thumb, 80% of results come from 20% of the efforts: 80% of traffic occurs on 20% of the roads…
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The best way I could describe today’s guest would be to say “she’s magic in human form.” Monica Laurence has lived a truly remarkable life of magic and curiosity. Here’s a small sample of some of her adventures: 7x venture exits & former Silicon Valley CEO Owns a private resort in Fiji for thinkers and doers Worked for Lucas Film, Disney, and Accen…
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The first ever conversation I had with today’s guest was about Octopi for a solid 15 minutes. Within SECONDS, I knew we would be friends, and I’ve continued to have INCREDIBLE and mind-expanding conversations with her. Her name is Susanne Goldstein, and she’s the definition of Beyond Curious. As she says, her resume makes absolutely no sense, but i…
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I seriously debated whether or not I’d share this, because I feel embarrassed… But as soon as I felt the embarrassment, I decided it was all the more reason to share it 😆 Here we go… In October 2016, I recorded one of my first podcast interviews as a guest on Elzie Flenard’s Journey To Mastery. Just listening to the first few minutes makes me cring…
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Imagine being 10 years old, living in a single-wide trailer home, and watching your mom pull a knife from a butcher block to take her own life. Not exactly an ideal circumstance… Yet, that’s exactly where today’s guest, Scott Griswold got his start. What I admire MOST about Scott is his belief that EVERYTHING happens FOR him, not TO him. So despite…
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Enlightened leaders are wholly candid, with themselves and their teams, and deliver that truth with compassion. Have you realized that power within yourself? I recently had the pleasure of hosting Matt Hudson on "The Enlightened Executive," a visionary entrepreneur dedicated to making a positive impact through truth, love, and leadership. Over time…
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Imagine standing on a first-grade playground, observing as kids tease one another. You’re just six years old, and your mind can’t seem to grasp why people treat each other this way. Fast forward a few decades, and that childlike curiosity transforms into a lifelong quest to decode human behavior… That’s the start of Michael Liebowitz’s story, and I…
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Have you ever been so overwhelmed that you thought electrocuting yourself might bring some relief? I know it sounds wild, but that’s exactly where Andy Hickman found himself—strapped to a TENS machine, hoping a jolt of electricity could quiet his mind. That’s when he realized: There had to be a better way. In this episode, I sit down with Andy, a D…
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How authentic are our connections, really? Genuine connection—both with ourselves and others—holds the power to transform not just our work lives but our well-being too. I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Jennifer Hill, an entrepreneur who stepped away from her legal recruiting company in 2018 and now channels her energy into fostering co…
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What if your life took you from performing in a circus at age ten… …to delivering medical supplies in war-torn Ukraine… … to leading nonprofit projects with indigenous communities in the Amazon jungle? Today’s guest this week is Noah Chon Lee, whose life is pretty much the definition of Beyond Curious. I’m talking… 🎪 Growing Up in the Circus: How b…
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We’re back at it again with another Beyond Curious “time machine” episode! In this format, we pull clips from past episodes around one topic an entire episode out of it. For this episode, we dug through the archives for my FAVORITE personal development strategies that I’ve consistently implemented since I learned them. With this being episode #213,…
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Imagine standing on the icy shores of Lake Michigan, contemplating ending it all because life seems utterly hopeless. That’s where Paul Peters found himself—jobless, homeless, and feeling completely alone. But in that darkest moment, he heard a voice: “Don’t do it. I’ve got a plan for your life.” From there, the magic that unfolded is beyond inspir…
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What's holding you back from speaking up and letting your authentic self show up at work? Where are you keeping yourself on "mute" and what is that costing you? I had the pleasure of speaking with the inspiring Rachel Druckenmiller, a dynamic keynote speaker, leadership trainer, and the creative mind behind the concept of Unmuted. Rachel’s story of…
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David Ghiyam became a self-made millionaire at 15 years old. He took money he won from playing poker, invested it into the stock market, and was making — and losing — hundreds of thousands of dollars in a single day. But the thrill was empty. So when his uncle introduced him to the spiritual teachings of Kabbalah, everything changed. He gave up eve…
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Raj Jana was sitting in his cubicle when the news hit. His colleague, Jerry, had died of a heart attack… just a few days away from retirement. Watching Jerry’s wife clear out the desk — discovering parts of her husband’s life she never knew — shook Raj to the core. He realized life couldn’t wait. So he launched a coffee company as a side hustle. Se…
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Are you able to see unexpected challenges as opportunities for new successes? By reframing “issues” as “possibilities” and finding the courage to seize them, Enlightened Leaders can reach new levels of prosperity. In my recent conversation with Moshe Gersht, a spiritual teacher and best-selling author, we tapped into invaluable lessons on the impor…
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