Finding Brave – Details, episodes & analysis

The world around us has transformed dramatically—but has philanthropy kept up? For our Finding Brave guest today, John Studzinski, American-British investor and humanitarian and the author of the new book A Talent for Giving: Creating a More Generous Society that Benefits Everyone, this question isn't academic—it's deeply personal. His philanthropic journey began humbly, volunteering at a soup kitchen as a teenager. Today, he's recognized globally for transformative work addressing homelessness through London's Passage Day Centre and championing emerging artists through the Genesis Foundation. In the U.S., he serves on the boards of The J. Paul Getty Trust, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and the Foundation for Art and Preservation in Embassies (FAPE) and is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

In this inspiring conversation, John shares his views on how the true meaning of philanthropy has been lost and how it needs to transform to inspire the next generation to make a more meaningful impact. John tells us about his book and how it has helped inspire individuals to spend the gift of time serving the common good. From the power and importance of human connection to the essential need for empathy, John shares the critical lessons he hopes readers will take from his book.

We discuss why giving is not very beneficial unless we understand how, at the same time, to receive. John walks us through how he manages his time in order to be of service to his communities the way he does. John goes on to explain what he believes would happen to humanity if people stopped giving and caring about the community. And he teaches us that so much of our dignity is dependent on what we've given instead of what we've spent or kept.

If you have the desire to contribute in new ways and give of your talents and abilities to support the common good, this conversation will inspire you to action. Every person on this planet has authority that can be used for the common good, and leveraging those strengths and talents for the benefit of our communities is not only rewarding but deeply instrumental and meaningful.

Key Highlights From This Episode: 

• A bit about John's book, A Talent for Giving, and how it's a call to action to serve the common good with your talents. [04:48]
• How John's faith inspires him to give to the community, and why he always tries to put himself in another person's shoes. [12:47]
• John discusses how he stewards his time and manages to do everything that he does throughout the day. [16:27]
• Why empathy is a critical piece in giving, how John wants everyone to read his book, and the most important thing to learn from it. [18:23]
• The concept of shame, setting boundaries around giving, and how giving is only beneficial if you can receive. [24:30]
• What would happen in the world if everybody stopped caring about the common good and giving back. [28:55]
• John tells us about his process of dictating his book and which chapter surprised him the most. [33:30]
• The first place listeners can start if they want to give back to their community today. [38:23]

For More Information: 

John Studzinski on LinkedIn

Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: 

John's book, A Talent for Giving: Creating a More Generous Society that Benefits Everyone

John's book on Audible

Genesis Foundation

Genesis Foundation on Instagram

Genesis Foundation on Facebook

Genesis Foundation on X

PIMCO

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Order Kathy's book The Most Powerful You today!

In Australia and New Zealand, click here to order, elsewhere outside North America, click here, and in the UK, click here.

If you enjoy the book, we'd so appreciate your giving it a positive rating and review on Amazon! And check out Kathy's digital companion course The Most Powerful You, to help you close the 7 most damaging power gaps in the most effective way possible.

Kathy's Power Gaps Survey, Support To Build Your LinkedIn Profile To Great Success & Other Free Resources

Kathy's TEDx Talk, Time To Brave Up & Free Career Path Self-Assessment

Kathy's Amazing Career Project video training course & 6 Dominant Action Styles Quiz

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Sponsor Highlight

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Quotes: 

"The multiplier effect of giving is much more powerful than people realize." — John Studzinski [0:10:09]

"Your greatest gift from God that you have is actually not your talent, but it's actually your time. You don't know how many days you have left on the planet." — John Studzinski [0:14:59]

"If you're not empathetic, it's like having your eyes closed and your ears covered. – It's like putting a bag over your head and not trying to engage." — John Studzinski [0:19:25]

"If someone asks you for money, I always say, 'Tell them you'll donate your time, and if they don't want your time, you don't want them because they don't appreciate you as a human being.'" — John Studzinski [0:25:47]

"Giving is not very beneficial unless you understand how, at the same time, to receive." — John Studzinski [0:27:04]

"We are very, very dependent on each other. Perhaps more so than we realize." — John Studzinski [0:30:19]

Watch our Finding Brave episodes on YouTube!

Don't forget – you can experience each Finding Brave episode in both audio and video formats! Check out new and recent episodes on my YouTube channel at YouTube.com/kathycaprino. And please leave us a comment and a thumbs up if you like the show!

Everybody wants to believe in something, but the truth is, if you're a leader who shies away from asking tough questions, you're making it harder for people to believe in you. In this Finding Brave episode, we are joined by Matthew Pollard, known as the Rapid Growth Guy and storytelling expert responsible for five multi-million dollar business success stories. He is the author of The Introvert's Edge and has been featured in Forbes and listed by Global Gurus as one of the Top 30 Sales Professionals.

In this conversation, we explore what it truly means to lead through authentic, compelling story, not spin. Matthew unpacks how great leaders don't just communicate vision; they shape a living narrative that helps their people see themselves in it. From uncovering the real problems beneath the surface, to crafting stories that evolve and help scale growth through the organization, Matthew shares a framework for growth rooted in empathy, iteration, and truth.

We discuss how data can illuminate emotion, why so few leaders understand the why behind disengagement within their teams and workforces, and how fear often blocks the path to authenticity. Ultimately, Matthew shows that leadership isn't about control; it's about giving your people something real to believe in.

In today's economy, leaders owe it to their teams to inspire growth and risk-taking, challenge the status quo, and use the power of a compelling story playbook to unite everyone behind a shared purpose they're proud to support.

Key Highlights From This Episode:

• The role of leaders in shaping a strong narrative within their organizations. [04:00]
• Matthew's method of supporting leaders to identify key problems and tell their story. [06:52]
• How stories grow in impact through iteration and an organization-wide playbook. [13:58]
• Using data points as a strategic tool to understand people's emotions. [19:20]
• Why there often a gap in knowledge about the emotional reasons employees leave an organization. [25:20]
• Understanding how crucial it is to lead with humanity and empathy. [29:18]
• How Matthew deals with a fearful response leaders have to creating authentic experiences. [34:43]
• What it looks like to give your people something they can truly believe in. [38:35]

For More Information:

Matthew Pollard
The Introvert's Edge
Matthew Pollard on LinkedIn
Matthew Pollard on Instagram
Matthew Pollard on X

Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:

Episode 69 with Matthew Pollard: 7 Ways to Leverage Your Introvert Edge in Business
Episode 159, where Kathy and Matthew discuss Networking: The Introvert's Edge to Networking

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ARE YOU FACING A BIG DECISION IN YOUR LIFE OR CAREER RIGHT NOW? 

Join Kathy Caprino and David Jurasek in their FREE online workshop "Making Your Big Life Decision: A Workshop and Map For Brave Action" - November 21, Noon to 1:30 pm EST 

Are you standing at a crossroads right now with a big decision to make — wondering which path would be best in your career, relationship, or life?

I'm truly thrilled to invite you to a brand-new FREE live online workshop on November 21 that I'm leading with my esteemed colleague and deeply powerful therapist and community leader, David Jurasek, on "Making Your Big Life Decision: A Workshop and Map For Brave Action."

We'll be sharing empowering tools and strategies (and a proven map) to navigate the terrain in making a critical decision in your life or career, and help you move from confusion and self-doubt to clarity and confident action — so you can finally pursue the direction that's right for you. And we're happy to take your questions and work with you directly, right on the call.

Join us to receive support in taking the next powerful step in your life. Learn more and register at IntegrityTherapy.org/biglifedecision. Spots are limited. Hope to see you there!

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Order Kathy's book The Most Powerful You today!

In Australia and New Zealand, click here to order, elsewhere outside North America, click here, and in the UK, click here.

If you enjoy the book, we'd so appreciate your giving the book a positive rating and review on Amazon! And check out Kathy's digital companion course The Most Powerful You, to help you close the 7 most damaging power gaps in the most effective way possible.

Kathy's Power Gaps Survey, Support To Build Your LinkedIn Profile To Great Success & Other Free Resources

Kathy's TEDx Talk, Time To Brave Up & Free Career Path Self-Assessment

Kathy's Amazing Career Project video training course & 6 Dominant Action Styles Quiz

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Sponsor Highlight

I'm thrilled that both Audible.com and Amazon Music are sponsors of Finding Brave! Take advantage of their great special offers and free trials today!

Audible Offer

Amazon Music Offer

Quotes: 

"As leaders, we need to inspire people to not just be extrinsically motivated, but intrinsically motivated." — @matthewpollard_ [0:04:59]

"A lot of times, people don't know the problems that they have until they see things slightly differently." — @matthewpollard_ [0:06:57]

"People remember up to 22 times more information when embedded into a story, so because of that, you can actually anchor to these stories so people actually walk away remembering more." — @matthewpollard_ [0:10:45]

"Because somebody comes up with a bad idea the first time, they then get hammered for it and then they're too scared to bring up another idea the next time." — @matthewpollard_ [0:22:41]

"If you want to stay a senior leader and you want to make sure that you're always on the edge, you need to introduce more humanity into what you do." — @matthewpollard_ [0:31:56]

"If you're not willing to take risks to get somebody to start to build momentum, then your organization is just going to fade." — @matthewpollard_ [0:36:33]

Watch our Finding Brave episodes on YouTube!

Don't forget – you can experience each Finding Brave episode in both audio and video formats! Check out new and recent episodes on my YouTube channel at YouTube.com/kathycaprino. And please leave us a comment and a thumbs up if you like the show!

Too often, the traits we're taught to tone down are the very ones that can drive our boldest breakthroughs. In this powerful episode, we explore what it truly means to lead and live with wild courage. Dismantling conventional career advice, Jenny Wood champions a more audacious path to success, one built on traits long considered too disruptive or inappropriate to embrace.

Jenny Wood is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and former Google executive who built one of the company's largest career development programs. Her new book, Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It, dives into nine controversial traits, from reckless to bossy, that ambitious professionals can reclaim and reframe to be better leaders and reach their full potential. With a background in research at Harvard Business School and features in Forbes, HBR, and Bloomberg, Jenny brings both insight and irreverence to the table, along with a serious talent for cutting through the noise.

Through stories both personal and professional, Jenny illustrates how fear of failure, uncertainty, and judgment often keeps us playing small. Whether it's chasing down a stranger on a subway (now her husband), asking a C-suite executive for mentorship, or launching a career-defining program at Google, she shows how reclaiming so-called negative traits like "shameless" or "reckless" can become a source of power and clarity.

This episode is a candid, empowering reminder that growth begins on the edge of discomfort. Jenny shares tools to rewrite the internal stories that hold us back, and reframes boldness as a skill that can be practiced, not just a trait you're born with.

If you're ready to stop waiting for permission and start leading with more courage in your career and life, this conversation is a must-listen!

Key Highlights From This Episode:

• What inspired Wild Courage and the bold subway moment that changed Jenny's life. [04:35]
• How fear showed up again and again in Jenny's coaching with professionals. [07:41]
• Enacting wild courage and why it might be more challenging for certain groups. [11:50]
• The nine controversial traits of wild courage and how to reframe and reclaim them. [12:41]
• How the seeds were planted for wild courage in Jenny's childhood. [15:21]
• Ways that shame holds us back and tips for de-shaming your language. [19:45]
• A candid look at how overthinking fuels self-judgment and fear. [24:29]
• Tools and internal resources to reframe fear, shame, and self-doubt. [27:15]
• The reckless trait, why Jenny struggles with it, and how she's learned to embrace it. [32:01]
• Why we need to give ourselves permission to be selfish, reckless, and bossy. [36:53]

For More Information:

Jenny Wood

Jenny Wood on LinkedIn

Jenny Wood on Instagram
Jenny Wood on Facebook
Jenny Wood on Threads

Jenny Wood on X
Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It

Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: 

Listen to Episode 271: How to Recognize and Release the Damaging Shame You Hold with David Jurasek
Check out Kathy's conversation with Jordan Friedman in Episode 308: Powerful Stress Management Approaches Designed for Times Like These

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FINDING BRAVE PODCAST AD FOR KATHY AND JORDAN'S CENTRAL PARK RETREAT DATE - JUNE 13, 2025

Join us June 13th, 2025 for a LIVE, calming in-person retreat in NYC's iconic Central Park - hosted by Kathy Caprino and Jordan Friedman

Connect with Your Inner Calm on June 13th with Kathy and Jordan, in NYC's iconic Central Park

I'm thrilled to announce an event that's truly special coming up on June 13th, designed for folks who would like a stress-reducing, calm and enlivening retreat experience in NYC's Central Park!

For the first time, I'm teaming up with my dear friend and top stress management expert, Jordan Friedman (who I've had the honor of interviewing on my podcast twice now) to offer a live retreat and tour experience on June 13th in the heart of New York City's iconic Central Park.

We'll start with an 2 and ½ -hour walking tour guided by Jordan (who is also a fabulous licensed New York City tour guide) of some of the most beautiful and relaxing spots in the park, followed by an energizing and supportive Q&A session, where Jordan and I will help you directly address and navigate some of the biggest stressors you're facing today — in your life, career, and family.

We cannot wait to spend this special and meaningful time with you, surrounded by the nature, beauty, and deep calm of the urban oasis of Central Park.

Spots are limited, so check out the details and register today at thestresscoach.com/central-park-retreat.

Jordan and I would love to offer you this special experience on June 13th!

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Order Kathy's book The Most Powerful You today!

If you enjoy the book, we'd so appreciate your giving the book a positive rating and review on Amazon! And check out Kathy's digital companion course The Most Powerful You, to help you close the 7 most damaging power gaps in the most effective way possible.

Kathy's Power Gaps Survey, Support To Build Your LinkedIn Profile To Great Success & Other Free Resources

Kathy's TEDx Talk, Time To Brave Up & Free Career Path Self-Assessment

Kathy's Amazing Career Project video training course & 6 Dominant Action Styles Quiz

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Key Quotes from today's episode:

"The same theme kept coming up when people felt stuck [and] that theme was fear: fear of failure, fear of uncertainty, and fear of judgment [from] others." — @itsjennywood [0:08:28]

"You don't need permission from somebody else to do these things, to take these bold actions." — @itsjennywood [0:28:23]

"That same bravery, that same wild courage that pushed me to make that ask, is the same wild courage that pushes me to make other asks or requests or bold moves, and then sometimes they work out!" — @itsjennywood [0:31:33]

"It's better to learn from your mistakes than to waste time predicting the consequences of every possible decision or outcome. So, think fast and fearless, and if you're on the fence, do it." — @itsjennywood [0:32:29]

"I have found that when I have been the most successful, it's [been] because I was willing to be on the edge of discomfort." — @itsjennywood [0:32:53]

"There's this disconnect between what's real and what we feel, and that's why I say 'we have to give permission to ourselves to be selfish, to be reckless, to be bossy.'" — @itsjennywood [0:39:02]

Watch our Finding Brave episodes on YouTube!

Don't forget – you can experience each Finding Brave episode in both audio and video formats! Check out new and recent episodes on my YouTube channel at YouTube.com/kathycaprino. And please leave us a comment and a thumbs up if you like the show!

"The whole book is about me finding happiness in my own way, and what it looked like for someone like me to walk through what I did, be it losing 100 pounds, or facing drug and alcohol addiction and then eventually pivoting in my career. It was all of these things that allowed me to find what happiness was for me, and then redefine it." - Josh Peck 

Today's Finding Brave guest shares his view that happiness is beside the point, and life is really all about finding contentment through relationships, curiosity, and connection. He is ready to chip away at the glitz and glamor to expose the highs and lows of his journey as an actor and influencer, and I could not be more excited to share this candid and thought-provoking conversation with you today. 

Josh Peck has established himself as one of Hollywood's rising talents, making the transition from child actor to leading man, and social media influencer. Best known for his role on the Nickelodeon phenomenon Drake & Josh (2004-2007) for which he received a Kids' Choice Nomination, Peck has starred in feature films such as Mean Creek alongside Rory Culkin, The Wackness beside Ben Kingsley, Red Dawn alongside Chris Hemsworth, Danny Collins with Al Pacino, Annette Benning, and Jennifer Garner, Take The 10 with Andy Samberg and Fred Armisen, and Netflix's The Musical, co-starring Debra Messing, out later this year. In 2023, Josh will co-star in Christopher Nolan's new movie, Oppenheimer.

Currently, Peck is featured in Disney Plus' Turner and Hooch series, a continuation of the 1989 Tom Hanks film of the same name, and stars in the highly anticipated Hulu series, How I Met Your Father, and in the iCarly Reboot on Paramount+.

With 32.8 million fans across numerous social media platforms, Peck successfully leveraged his talents from acting, to podcasting and more, and is the author of the new memoir Happy People Are Annoying, out in bookstores March 15th.  His book is a candid memoir sharing Josh's reflections on the many stumbles and silver linings of his life and traces a zigzagging path to redemption.

I have a great deal of gratitude for Josh for the very happy memories I have – of the hours of hilarity my children and I experienced together, watching Drake & Josh. Those are precious memories for me. His unique style of humor - with such exuberance, joy and insight - is a gift to the world. Check out the full 2-part series with Josh, as he gives us a deep look at what he's learned about the true meaning of happiness. 

To learn more about today's guest, visit: https://www.instagram.com/shuapeck/

Thank you for listening to our Finding Brave show, ranked in the Top 100 Apple Career Podcasts!

"We have to be really honest with ourselves, which I think is sometimes the hardest part. We have to really ask ourselves if we are happy in what we're doing. Are we actually enjoying this, or do we really not like what we're doing? Deep honesty [with ourselves] is where beautiful things come from." - Stu Massengill 

If you're feeling lost and wanting to find direction, our inspiring Finding Brave guest shares so much wisdom in this episode, and at such a relatively young age! We cover some of the same issues and topics in the work that we both do, but in a different way with unique perspectives and "lenses," and I can't wait for you to meet him and learn from him today.

Stu Massengill is on a mission to change the statistic from 80% of people not loving what they do to 80% of people falling in love with what they do!

He is a Peak Performance Strategist for Tony Robbins and the founder of Finding Direction. Through his company, he helps people go from lost in life to creating a life full of passion and fulfillment.

As a high-achiever under 30, Stu has accomplished many things from building an 8-figure business at 20 years old to beating cancer at 24. Stu brings his deep passion and beautiful heart to creating lasting impact across the globe.

I've seen from working with thousands of people around the world that when we approach life in enlivening, self-affirming ways and become more of who we really are, we are much better equipped to successfully thrive through the tough times, as Stu has. It was so refreshing to hear his overarching message that we should never settle for anything less than a life we love, and not wait a single second longer to pursue what it is that you really want to do in this life.

To learn more about today's guest, visit: https://www.stumassengill.com/

Thank you for listening to our Finding Brave show, ranked in the Top 100 Apple Career Podcasts!

"There are a lot of gaps to be bridged, and the only way that starts is by getting yourself into a dynamic, personally, where you understand that you're part of the fabric. Be responsible for how you show up because that's where it starts." - Jennifer Edwards  

"When we walk into places where people are fighting so hard, but they're not showing up correctly in the fight, what's at stake for them? What are they not sharing here that I don't know? When you know somebody's personal story and their lived backgrounds, you cannot deny them their humanity." - Katie McCleary 

How you show up, including your energy, presence, listening, and language, shapes key outcomes in the situations you find yourself in each day. I'm excited to welcome two special guests to Finding Brave today, who both offer simple but transformative ways to communicate clearly with people of any level or background and navigate any emotion or situation. What they reveal will help you set the stage for more rewarding relationships, and vastly improved business results. 

Jennifer Edwards and Katie McCleary are communication coaches and coauthors of the new book, Bridge the Gap: Breakthrough Communication Tools to Transform Work Relationships From Challenging to Collaborative.  Jennifer is a leadership advisor working with Fortune 500 companies and boards, optimizing performance and collaboration. Her clients are global companies from Microsoft to WeWork. She is a partner at Winning Streak Ventures, an early-stage VC fund investing in disruptive technology companies.

Katie is an entrepreneur and storyteller who trains leaders, creatives, and humanitarians to launch big ideas by leveraging their social and cultural capital. She is the founder of 916 Ink, a nonprofit that transforms vulnerable youth into confident authors. She hosts "The Drive" podcast on NPR's CapRadio with the American Leadership Forum-MV in Sacramento.

Jennifer and Katie will be speaking at the Women Lead Change's 2022 Advocates & Allies Series on March 24th, 2022, about The Curiosity Cure to Build More Equitable and Collaborative Relationships, and you can learn more at https://www.wlcglobal.org/solutions/advocates-allies.

By implementing the strategies they share in this episode, we can master our biological reactions and connect with others even amid pressure, anxiety and stress, and we can learn to manage the stress, biases, reactions, and judgments to build better relationships. By always leading with curiosity, we can all collaborate more effectively with those around us, as we become better leaders and connectors in our relationships.

To learn more about today's guests, visit: https://howtobridgethegap.com/ 

"In the process of networking, you hone your story. You actually get a better idea of what you're trying to convey, how people are reacting to it, and how you need to modify it over time to become even better at telling your story." - Pat Hedley 

Experts in the career, business and entrepreneurial space have said that your network is everything, but many people have a somewhat negative view of networking, viewing it as transactional, perhaps even unnecessary, and certainly burdensome. Today's Finding Brave expert guest reframes networking as something that is essential, accessible, and life-affirming. She reveals why networking doesn't have to be stressful, and it can (and should) be joyful, as well as help you learn, share, succeed, and connect in fulfilling ways with others. 

Pat Hedley is an investor, advisor and the author of Meet 100 People: A How-to Guide to the Career and Life Edge Everyone's Missing. Pat spent nearly 30 years at global growth investment firm General Atlantic and now invests privately. She has a special interest in supporting and advising female entrepreneurs.

Now more than ever, building connections and relationships is important for personal and professional success, which is why Pat's conversation today  is so timely. Whether you are already in the corporate world, embarking on a new career, or pursuing your entrepreneurial visions, the strategies Pat shares will encourage you to take empowered action and network with uplifting people who can help you achieve your highest goals, and will help you support others to rise as well. 

To learn more about today's guest, visit: https://meet100people.com/ 

"People give up too quickly. They start a campaign and do SEO or paid ads, and if it doesn't work out in the first month or two, or even three months, they stop. Again, you need to do something consistently for at least 6 months to a year in marketing online, and it gets better over time when you can fine tune it." - Neil Patel

As an entrepreneur or owner of a business of any size, driving more traffic, sales, and leads is of the utmost importance. These are areas that I am always keen to learn more about, and today's Finding Brave expert guest is just the person to teach us effective ways to build a brand, maximize exposure, and gain recognition for the products and services that we sell. 

Digital marketing executive Neil Patel is the CMO of NP Digital, a marketing agency serving start-ups, small businesses and publicly traded companies. A New York Times bestselling author, Neil was named a top influencer on the web by The Wall Street Journal. Forbes has shared that he is one of the top 10 marketers, and Entrepreneur Magazine has shared that has created one of the 100 most brilliant companies.

Neil was recognized as a top 100 entrepreneur under the age of 30 by President Obama and a top 100 entrepreneur under the age of 35 by the United Nations.

It is refreshing to hear someone with Neil's know-how and experience reveal straight-talking, real-life strategies for how to grow our business success today. I hope you'll try the helpful strategies he shares, and as always, let us know how they work for you!

To learn more about today's guest, visit:

https://neilpatel.com/ or  https://npdigital.com/

"The reason why I wrote so many one-woman shows over the years, and then I would always get films, is because it's almost like dating. My mother used to say start dating a few guys and another guy will see you out at dinner, and that guy will then ask you out. Work begets work, but there were dry periods where I thought it was all over." - Siobhan Fallon Hogan

I've interviewed a lot of amazing individuals on this podcast and for my Forbes blog, including Pulitzer Prize winners and top leaders from around the world in all kinds of fascinating industries, and today's guest is no exception. Today's Finding Brave guest has been thriving in the entertainment industry for many years now, and in this episode, she reveals the lessons that you can take from her life's journey and apply to all areas of your life to great success.

For over thirty years, Siobhan Fallon Hogan has been one of the most iconic and recognizable working character actresses, appearing in blockbuster comedies (Men in Black) as frequently as independents (Dancer in the Dark, Dogville). Now, for the first time, Fallon Hogan is appearing in a lead role, starring as the tortured yet deeply relatable (and often funny) matriarch in the thriller, Rushed, which she wrote and produced. Fallon Hogan's first role was in Golden Girls, and she has appeared in (or had featured roles in) Saturday Night Live, Seinfeld, Forrest Gump, and many more TV shows and films.

Her film Rushed features Fallon Hogan's friends and family in her hometown of Rumson, New Jersey—and serves as a capstone to one of the most unsung careers in Hollywood. For decades, the talents of character actresses like Fallon Hogan have gone overlooked, which is in part why she decided to write and produce this female-directed (and casted and edited) film.

It is the story of Barbara O'Brien (Fallon Hogan), an Irish Catholic mother living in upstate New York who says her rosary daily, then swears profusely as she drives her kids to school. After her life is ruined when her son Jimmy, a college freshman, is involved in a fraternity hazing incident, Barbara resorts to extreme measures. Personally speaking, I found it riveting, relatable and a deeply moving film.

Siobhan is someone who has created her own luck through a lot of hard work and a continued, unwavering belief in herself and her talents and abilities, and it was such a pleasure to have her join me for a conversation on this podcast. 

I've so enjoyed Siobhan's work over the years, and loved her new movie Rushed. We would be thrilled if you'd check out Rushed and let us know how this powerful story resonates with you. It's a story I believe that all mothers will relate to strongly, as well as those who've been through any kind of situation that forced you to do something you've never wanted to, and never dreamed you'd have to. 

To learn more about today's guest, visit: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0266441/ 

"Confidence is an internal process. It's all those decisions and all those conclusions you make. It has relatively little to do with what actually goes on in the world, and it has relatively everything to do with what goes on internally in this space between your ears." - Dr. Nate Zinsser 

I'm excited to be back for Part 2 in our Finding Brave mini-series on confidence, where my special guest reveals the action steps and mindset shifts needed to overcome obstacles that often get in the way of us building our self-confidence.
​​Dr. Nate Zinsser is an expert in the psychology of human performance who consults for individuals and organizations seeking a competitive edge. Nate's latest book, The Confident Mind: A Battle-Tested Guide for Unshakable Performance, hit shelves January 2022, and has been endorsed by two-time Super Bowl Champion and MVP Eli Manning, bestselling authors Jon Krakauer and Steven Pressfield, and US Olympic Bobsled Head Coach Mike Kohn.

Nate was a regular consultant to the Philadelphia Flyers and New York Giants for twelve seasons and has been a keynote speaker for General Electric, Facebook, McDonald's, Staples, UBS, Major League Baseball, the NBA, and many more, as well as a consultant for the FBI Academy, the U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program, (mentoring four Olympic medalists), the U.S. Army Recruiting Command, and the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit.

Since 1992, he has directed a cutting-edge applied sport psychology program at the United States Military Academy's Center for Enhanced Performance, personally conducting over seventeen thousand individual training sessions and seven hundred team training sessions for cadets seeking the mental edge for athletic, academic, and military performance.

He also helped launch the highly successful magazine Sports Illustrated for Kids and was presented with an American Library Association award for his 1991 children's book Dear Dr. Psych: A Kid's Guide to Handling Sports Problems.

I truly believe that the work that Nate is doing is necessary for our success and greater wellbeing, and now is the time to make the choice to embrace these methods, follow the principles, and see where they take us. I've already incorporated what Nate shared in this conversation into my own life and work, and I would love to hear how you use the tips and strategies he shares to build your own confidence and self-trust in yourself.

To learn more about today's guest, visit: https://natezinsser.com/