UnLost Cause positively highlights people 40+ who’ve turned their lost causes into unlost causes, reclaiming their dreams, pursuing new passions, and living without regrets.
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Pain Is Inevitable. Suffering? A Choice. | The UnLost Cause of Allison Briggs
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1:19:25“Pain is inevitable. Suffering? A choice.” That’s the hard-earned insight Allison Briggs brings to life in this raw and revelatory episode. A licensed therapist, writer, and mother, Allison turned a childhood of trauma, a marriage marked by survival, and the chaos of raising a neurodivergent child into her calling: helping women heal their nervous …
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How to Live a Life Without “I Wish I Had"
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53:08"I wish I had" is the saddest phrase according to John David Graham. John David Graham turned detours into destiny before turning multiple lost causes into UnLost Causes. He burned out of multiple jobs and persevered through 200 book rejections, and yet he found purpose in the unlikeliest places. This episode is about how grit outlasts doubt, and h…
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Joe Bassett’s UnLost Cause: Rediscovering Purpose Through Survival and Successful Failures
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1:04:44Joe Bassett grew up immersed in the outdoors, skipping school to read survival stories and test his limits with just one match and a dream. But by adulthood, he was chasing a different path: a career in music and ministry. For decades, the wild part of him lay dormant. In his 50s, a return to his father’s wilderness camp triggered a deep awakening.…
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Tony Robbins Meets Charlie Brown: Mark Papadas and the Power of “I Am”
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1:05:39At 59, Mark Papadas reignited a lifelong calling and launched I Am For Kids, a personal development program transforming how children and families see themselves. After years in sales, consulting, and coaching, a simple comment about his son sparked what he calls a “divine download” that became his life’s mission. This episode is about the courage …
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Price *others* pay when you don't follow your dreams?
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1:06:15At 52, Debbie Sluys boldly stepped away from a secure, 30-year career in childcare to pursue a deeper calling: helping others visualize and achieve their dreams. What started as a boutique vision-board studio soon became Dare to Declare—a thriving global movement empowering people through intentional visualization and purposeful living. In this epi…
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Millie’s Sipping Broth: Layoff to 2,000 Walmarts. Learn How Llance Kezner Created a New Category
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1:15:20What if losing your job was the best thing that ever happened to you? In this inspiring episode of UnLost Cause, former tech VP Llance Kezner shares how he and his wife Lori—a teacher—turned a home kitchen idea into Millie's Sipping Broth, a product now stocked in nearly 2,000 Walmart stores. From setbacks like layoffs and manufacturing challenges …
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Near-Stroke at Christmas. A Year Later? Launching a Travel Business for Women 50+
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1:13:56What happens when a lifelong change maker hits the wall? Stephanie M. Jones shares how a near health crisis forced her to stop giving to everyone else and finally start giving to herself. Her new venture, The Selfish Luxury Traveler, is more than travel, it's about joy, self-care, and rewriting your story after 50. 👉 If this moved you, please like,…
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From Harvard Business School to RevGTM: Kevin Nakao’s Story of Reinventing Joy at Work
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58:39Kevin Nakao’s story is one of serial reinvention. From launching a Grammy-nominated record label to leading marketing in startups and now running his own solo consultancy, Kevin’s career is a testament to lifelong learning, humility, and hustle. In this episode of UnLost Cause, Kevin shares the lessons of choosing joy over title, getting his hands …
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Launching BougieGougies.com in Her 60's: Kristin Middleton Inspiring Journey
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1:02:16Kristin Middleton didn’t let age, depression, or detours hold her back. After a rich career in wine and a life-changing health scare, she launched BougieGougies.com — a Seattle bakery reviving the French cheese puff. This conversation dives deep into courage, reinvention, and the kind of clarity that only comes with time. Kristin's story reminds us…
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You Are Not Broken: The Story of Redemption, Justice, and The Black Rose Collective
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1:13:17At age 16, David Heppard was sentenced to life in prison. He served 24 years. Today, he’s the co-founder of The Black Rose Collective, helping others heal and reenter society with dignity. In this powerful episode of UnLost Cause, David shares how a single act of empathy shattered a lifetime of shame, how he rebuilt himself from the inside out, and…
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Herb Bread, Burnout, and the Bold Leap: Brooke St. Sauver’s Restaurant Dream After 40
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1:11:36At 16, Brooke St. Sauver ignored her mom’s warning and baked herb bread anyway. The loaves rose perfectly—so did her confidence. Decades later, after climbing the corporate ladder in fashion retail, Brooke hit peak success and peak burnout. Instead of going on vacation, she and her husband sat down and wrote a business plan. That act sparked a seco…
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✈️ From Peace Corps to $7M Purpose: Andrew Motiwalla’s Encore Leap with TheGoodLifeAbroad.com
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1:07:41At 45, Andrew Motiwalla could’ve played it safe. Instead, he bet on his dream—and built a travel company generating $7M+ a year. In this episode of UnLost Cause, we explore Andrew’s unconventional path from Peace Corps volunteer to tech executive to founder of The Good Life Abroad, a community-driven experience helping people 55+ live abroad for a …
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🔥 From Trading Floor to Kitchen Door: Brian Staub Reinvents Life at 45
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44:07Ever feel like your real dream has been simmering on the back burner? Brian Staub did. At 45, he left a successful career in finance, enrolled in culinary school, and fought through setbacks — including the pandemic — to open Haven, a neighborhood restaurant inspired by his childhood kitchen and love of community. His story is a masterclass in grit…
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Quitting Finance for Dog Walking without Fear [Veronica Zolotoochin's Journey]
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1:08:28Veronica Zolotoochin spent over two decades in the high-stakes world of finance, working as a bond and stock broker. But despite the success, she felt suffocated—disconnected from what truly brought her joy. In a bold move, she walked away from corporate life to pursue something that had been a lifelong passion: dogs. She bought a small dog-walking…
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How Victor Huang is Unlocking Entrepreneurship Rights for all with Right to Start
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1:07:19What if starting a business wasn’t just an opportunity—but a right? Victor Huang, founder of Right to Start, is on a mission to remove barriers that hold aspiring entrepreneurs back. In this episode, we explore how policy, community, and advocacy can create a level playing field for all. If you've ever dreamed of building something of your own, thi…
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From Walking Away to a Second Chance: Craig Orlopp’s Incredible Golf Comeback
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1:06:43At 22, Craig Orlopp walked away from golf after finishing 2nd in a golf tournament. He pledged to himself that if he didn't finish 1st, he would leave behind a dream that burnt brightly since childhood. But more than two decades later, at 43, he took a leap of faith—reigniting his passion, proving to himself (and the world) that it’s never too late…
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From Lost to Unstoppable: Adam Guy's Midlife Pivot Proves It's Never Too Late to Reinvent Yourself
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1:00:37Think your best days are behind you? Think again. This episode explores what happens when you stop making excuses and start making moves. Adam Guy quit his job as a successful non-profit executive and eventually started IKnowaGuyNYCtours.com. He's never been happier and certainly is proud of his bold move. Listen to Adam's inspiring journey and kno…
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From College Roommates to Founders: How Gapwell is Helping Young Adults Thrive
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1:19:31What happens when two college friends reconnect decades later to tackle one of today’s biggest challenges? Meet Seth Kessler and Lee Sosin, co-founders of Gapwell, who are redefining the transition from high school to career. In this episode, they share their entrepreneurial journey, how COVID reshaped their career paths, and why young adults today…
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