Podcast

Julia Whelan is a screenwriter, lifelong actor, author, and audiobook narrator of over 500 titles. Julia takes us inside her recording booth to reveal the connection that gets created between a narrator and her listeners. She also delivers a special performance that you don’t want to miss!

Hou Yifan is a chess grandmaster, four-time Women’s World Chess Champion, and the second highest-rated female player of all time. She was the youngest female player ever to qualify for the title of grandmaster, and the youngest ever to win the Women’s World Chess Championship. Yifan shares the story behind her impressive accomplishments and the most important lessons about life that we can glean from the game of chess.

As an experienced sports attorney, Craig Domann represents successful NFL athletes, as well as a number of pro and college football coaches. His experience working with high-performing individuals has given him valuable insight into what he calls the Pro Mindset®. Craig discusses the skills and mindset needed to succeed in the sports industry and beyond.

Annika Sörenstam is often regarded as the greatest female golfer of all time. During her 15-year career, Annika amassed over 90 worldwide victories, including 72 on the LPGA tour, and 11 Major Championships. Annika shares what it takes to achieve success at such a high level, and how to cut a few strokes off our golf score!

As a founding member of both the Ritz Carlton Hotel Company and The Capella Hotel Group, Horst Schulze’s teachings and vision have reshaped the concepts of service throughout the hospitality industry and beyond. Horst discusses why excellence matters, and how you can become the leader in your field and create a culture of excellence in any organization.

Chris Voss is a former Lead FBI Negotiator, author of the book, “Never Split the Difference,” and founder of The Black Swan Group. He has lectured on negotiation at business schools across the country, and has been featured in both television and print media. Chris takes us inside the world of high-stakes negotiation, and reveals how to negotiate successfully in any situation.

Kathrine Switzer made history in 1967 by becoming the first woman to officially register and run the Boston Marathon. She would later go on to win the New York City Marathon, and to become a crusader for women’s sports. Kathrine discusses how that snowy day in 1967 both radicalized and inspired her to create opportunities for other women in running.

Lia Valencia Key went from homeless to 100 million homes when her jewelry line, Valencia Key Jewelry, was launched on QVC, one of the largest television shopping networks in the world. Lia’s jewelry was also featured in Oprah Magazine’s 2020 Favorite Things issue. Lia shares how your predicament does not determine your destiny, and the power of choosing joy.

David Palmer is a retired professional squash player, and is currently the Head Squash Coach at Cornell University. He is a two-time World Champion, a four-time British Open Champion, and a World Doubles Champion. David discusses what it takes to be a top 10 squash player, and what he enjoys about transitioning from a player to a coach.

Annie Duke is an author, speaker, and decision-making consultant. As a former professional poker player, she won more than $4 million in tournament poker, and a World Series of Poker bracelet. Annie discusses decision-making under uncertainty, and her newest book, “Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away.”