Licensed psychologist and PeakMind co-founder Dr. Ashley Smith shares how her personal experience with vision loss and social anxiety shaped a career dedicated to helping others overcome fear and self-doubt. In this conversation, she explains how the mind often creates misleading narratives that hold people back, why confidence grows through discomfort, and how mindfulness, self-compassion, and real-world action can quiet anxiety. Dr. Smith also discusses burnout, attention control, and practical ways anyone can retrain their thinking to live a more confident and meaningful life.

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In this episode, Acto co-founder and CEO Parth Khanna joins Michael VanZetta to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming the life sciences industry and reshaping the future of work. From accelerating drug discovery to supporting pharmaceutical professionals in bringing therapies to patients faster, Khanna explains why the real opportunity isn’t replacing people with AI — but empowering them. He shares lessons from scaling a company, overcoming leadership bottlenecks, and how entrepreneurs and innovators can use agentic AI to compete, grow, and unlock human potential in a rapidly changing world.

Entrepreneur and coach Paul Simard shares a powerful conversation about a mental health journey shaped not by dramatic breaking points, but by a slow realization that something felt missing beneath professional success and outward stability. From navigating long-term depression masked by high energy and self-criticism to confronting shame after job loss and family tension, Paul explains how therapy and men’s development work helped him rethink masculinity, strength, and emotional presence. He introduces the idea of becoming “stoppable” — slowing down, embracing limits, and choosing openness — and makes the case that when men connect without competition or ego, it can transform relationships, families, and communities.

Rick Patrick is the Director of the National Fire and EMS Division at the U.S. Fire Administration.

Marine Veteran and IMPACT Wrestling Wrestler Steve Maclin talks about being in the military to becoming one of Impact's top wrestlers.

Meet Sheletta Brundidge, boss lady of Sheletta Makes Me Laugh.

Blackfacts.com is the oldest and longest-running data-driven online Black History resource. Ken Granderson is the Founder & Chief Technology Officer at Blackfacts.com

Paws for Purple Hearts Improves the lives of America's warriors by providing top tier service dogs and canine-assisted therapeutic services.

Ron Fitzsimmons is the Founder and Executive Director of Alice's Kids. Alice’s Kids relies on a national network of hundreds of teachers, social workers and other professionals to identify children in need.

Erinn Dearth and Dan Beckmann perform as Letters From Home, which infuses the classic style of the USO with a witty, modern edge. Letters From Home is currently on the road for its 50-state tour. Learn more here: https://www.lettersfromhomesingers.com/

Joseph McGill is the Founder of The Slave Dwelling Project

Meet Mike Perry, President and CEO of the Army Heritage Center Foundation.

Get to know the Military Order of the Purple Heart, USA with James McCormick

Meet Sara Cunningham, founder of the non-profit organization Free Mom Hugs. Free Mom Hugs is a 501(c)3 organization that advocates for the equality of the LGBTQ+ community by providing resources, education, and support.

Trevor Romain, best-selling author, Co-Founder of The Comfort Crew for Military Kids, and President of The Trevor Romain Company, talks about helping kids worldwide.

Mike McCormick is the Media Relations & Education Coordinator at Florida/USVI Poison Information Center - Jacksonville. Poison Control Number: 1-800-222-1222

Clint Callahan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Life Coach.

Ron Zaleski is the Founder, President, and Executive Director of The Long Walk Home.

Dominic Shadbolt, Founder of theMSguide.com

Benjamin Kintisch is the creator of “Life Review: The Hospice Musical”

Janie Leon is the Program Coordinator at Oliver Patch Project

Patrick J. Kennedy spoke about the 90/90/90 goal at the Alignment for Progress Conference.

Dr. Lanny L. Snodgrass is an accomplished leader, educator, and retired Air Force Brigadier General known for his extensive military service, strategic vision, and commitment to mentoring future leaders.

Ben Clark is Lead Clinician at Thriveworks in Woodbridge, VA.

Tony Coder is the Executive Director of the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation.

Kadin McElwain is a college student and autism advocate.

Gretchen Garber is a Clinical Supervisor at Virginia Telemental Health Initiative.

Ahron Young is the founder of Ticker TV.

Casey Kang Head is a 3-time cancer survivor and the Founder of the The Happier Hustle

Karl Elliott is a life coach at Alcohol Free Coach. Elliott talks about his own battle with alcohol.

Margie Balfour, MD, PhD is the Chief of Quality & Clinical Innovation at Connections Health Solutions.

Kaden Mattinson is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Mending Minds Village

Michelle Valiukenas is the Founder of The Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation

Christine Langley-Obaugh is the Founder of STREST LLC.

Learn about the Make a Splash Tour presented by Phillips 66 from three-time Olympic gold medalist Rowdy Gaines and four-time Olympic medalist Cullen Jones.

Colleen Oakes, Manager of the Montgomery County Prevention Coalition, and Brittini Long, the Senior Program Coordinator at Montgomery County ADAMHS, speak about mental health in the county and the mural program, spreading positive messages in the community.

Steven Pruett, Executive Chairman of the Board at Cox Media Group, speaks about his media journey and his new book "Gain Principles - Helping You Master the Art of Life's Growth Cycles for Career and Personal Development," coming in later 2024.

Leon van der Goetz is the Executive Director of NoVA Prism Center

Michele Khol is the Founder and Director of Canine Operations for MK9s Service Dogs

Christiana Floyd is the Running Backs Coach for George Mason University Men's football team, former DC Divas women's football player, and Business Executive Partner at Concierge on Call.

Frank Shamrock is a keynote speaker, producer, former UFC Fighter, and the Executive Director of the nonprofit "Shamrock Way." The nonprofit empowers at-risk communities through awareness, leadership, and mentoring programs.

Pete Bombaci is the Founder & Executive Director at The GenWell Project.

Dr. Shairi Turner is the Chief Health Officer at Crisis Text Line.

Samantha Wettje is the President & Executive Director at 16 Strong Project.

Julie Riggs is the Executive Director of the National Capital Region Chapter of Blue Star Families.

Steve Jimenez is the Founder of Hives for Heroes. The nonprofit focuses on honeybee conservation and a healthy transition from service for the military, veterans, and first responders.

Teighan Laino is the author of "Tom Shark"