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The Uncommon Minds Experience
The Uncommon Mind Experience is a podcast for people who refuse to accept broken systems. Each episode features founders, physicians, engineers, and innovators who sit at the intersection of technology, medicine, and entrepreneurial thinking unpacking how they identify problems others overlook and build solutions that actually work. This isn't motivation. It's methodology.
Episodes
- The Uncommon Minds Experience
You've Done the Work—Why Do You Still Feel Unsettled? – Cheryl Stelte
This conversation is for spiritually mature women who have done the therapy, read the books, and meditated for years—yet still sense something deeper hasn't…
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From Farm Town to CEO: Building Billion-Dollar Operations with Integrity – Christopher Swing
This conversation is for leaders who've realized that success without integrity is hollow—and that the most important thing you can build is trust. Christopher…
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What Happened When a Journalist Drove the Length of Africa With His Family – Barry Maughan
This conversation is for anyone who's ever dreamed of an adventure that seems impossible—and wondered if they had the courage to actually do it. Barry Maughan…
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The Engineering Mindset Meets Emotional Wellness – Yosi Kossowsky
This conversation is for leaders who've mastered the technical side of their work—and realized that leading people is a completely different skillset. Yosi…
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You're Not Broken, You're Running an Old Pattern – Tiffany Sharp
This conversation is for anyone who's ever felt like they're just surviving instead of living—and wondered if there was a way out. Tiffany Sharp knows this…
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Why Playing Small Feels Safe (And Is Costing You Everything) – Leslie Newman
This conversation is for anyone who's ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like they've been "doing the work" for years and somehow still end up in the same place…
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Talking to Animals, Solving Murders, and Becoming a Soul Detective – Nancy Orlen Weber
This conversation is for anyone who's ever wondered if there's more to reality than what we can see—and whether intuition can actually be used to solve real…
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Counterterrorism, Interrogations, and the Art of the Pivot – Eric Robinson
This conversation is for anyone who's ever felt like they were living someone else's life—and wondered if they had the courage to rewrite their story. Eric…
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Breast Cancer, Trauma, and the Courage to Dance Again – Jenny C. Cohen
conversation is for anyone who has ever felt disconnected from their own body—and wondered how to find their way back. Jenny C. Cohen knows this terrain…
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Porn Isn't the Problem—It's the Wound Beneath It – Chris Rogers
This conversation is for parents who are worried about their child's online habits—and don't know how to start the conversation without shame or panic. Chris…
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Why We Overcomplicate Our Lives – Dr. Angelo Valenti
This conversation is for anyone who's ever felt like they're working harder than they need to—and wondered if there was an easier way to live. Dr. Angelo…
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From Rock Bottom to Rebuilding: How Vision Boards, Gratitude, and Humor Saved My Life – Steve Gamlin
This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt like they've hit rock bottom—and wondered if they could rebuild something better. Steve Gamlin knows this…
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The Unfirm: How AI Is Transferring Scale from Institutions to Individuals – Danny Carpio
This conversation is for anyone who's ever felt like the old rules of career and business no longer apply—and wondered what comes next. Danny Carpio knows this…
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From Slush Piles to Published Author: One Writer's Decade-Long Journey – Russell Anders
This conversation is for anyone who's ever dreamed of writing a book—and wondered if they'd ever find the courage to start. Russell Anders knows this terrain…
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Making Peace with Food: A Nervous System Approach to Lasting Change – Sherry Shaban
This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt trapped in a cycle of dieting, guilt, and emotional eating—and wondered why nothing seems to stick. Sherry…
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Faith, Sex, and Love: Honest Conversations Christians Need to Have – Miracle Sims
This conversation is for anyone who's ever wondered if faith and honest conversations about sex, love, and purpose can coexist—and whether Christians can talk…
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AI, Evidence, Fight to Make Abuse Harder to Hide – Ashley Wilson
This conversation is for anyone who's ever wondered what it takes to leave the certainty of success for the uncertainty of a mission. Ashley Wilson knows this…
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Success Without Self: Why High Achievers Struggle with Confidence – Dr. Carla Caturia
This conversation is for parents who've watched their high-achieving child quietly struggle—and wondered what they're missing. Dr. Carla Caturia knows this…
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War, Romance, and the Power of Laughter: A Colonel's Story – Ken Dupar
This conversation is for anyone who believes that humor is the best way to carry heavy things—and that the most unexpected people have the most unexpected…
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Repurpose Your Pain: How God Uses Our Struggles for Purpose – Cecily Lachapelle
This conversation is for anyone who loves God but still feels stuck—and wonders why their faith hasn't transformed the deepest parts of who they are. Cecily…
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Into Theism: A Philosopher-Psychoanalyst's Roadmap to Faith – Dr. Jamey Hecht
This conversation is for anyone who's ever wanted to believe in God—but couldn't get past the intellectual obstacles. Dr. Jamey Hecht knows this terrain…
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The Prodigal Parent: How to Love Your Child Without Losing Your Faith – Debra McNinch
This conversation is for parents who are carrying the weight of a prodigal child—and wondering if they'll ever come home. Debra McNinch knows this terrain…
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Product Management, FOMO, and the Art of Asking Better Questions – Shubhangi Das
This conversation is for anyone who's ever felt pressured to adopt the latest technology—just because everyone else is. Shubhangi Das is a Product Manager at…
The Uncommon Minds ExperienceFraming Life in Its Best Light: A Director's Philosophy – Stewart Cohen
This conversation is for anyone who's ever wondered how to build a creative career that actually lasts—and how to turn passion into a sustainable business…
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Why Punishment and Discipline Are Not the Same – Dr. David Marcus
This conversation is for parents who've ever found themselves repeating words their parents spoke—and wondered how to break the cycle. Dr. David Marcus knows…
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From Surviving to Seeing: One Man's Journey to Awakening – Tobi Ojekunle
This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt like they're running through life without actually living it—and wondered how to wake up. Tobi Ojekunle knows…
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Can We Cool Cities Without Rebuilding? The Leaf Island Approach – Joshua Harrison
This conversation is for anyone who's ever walked through a heat-baked city and wondered: why isn't anyone doing something about this? Joshua Harrison knows…
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73 Surgeries, 3 Near-Death Experiences, and Still Never Quitting – Jay Setchell
This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt like giving up—and needs to be reminded that it's always too soon to quit. Jay Setchell knows this truth…
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From Stand-Up Comedy to Sourcery: A Journey of Healing and Awakening – Justin Shaw
This conversation is for anyone who has ever named their symptoms one by one—the phone, the late-night scrolling, the drink that was supposed to be the…
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The Neuroscience of Rest: Sleep as a Performance Strategy – Dr. Melissa Milanak
This conversation is for high performers who treat sleep deprivation as a badge of honor—and wonder why their cognitive resilience, emotional regulation, and…
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Lost $150K at 62, Then Built Generational Wealth – Mitch Abel
This conversation is for anyone who's ever wondered if it's too late to start, or if a major setback means the end of the road. Mitch Abel knows this terrain…
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From Hustle to Healing: How Yoga Helped Me Breathe Again – Veronique Ory
This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt like they're just surviving—and wondered if there was a way to truly live. Veronique Ory knows this terrain…
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The Distance from Head to Heart: One Man's Journey of Self-Discovery – Daniel Sterling
This conversation is for anyone who has ever chased achievement and wondered why it didn't satisfy the deeper hunger. Daniel Sterling knows this terrain…
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2x Founder, VC, and Author: Andrew Ackerman on The Entrepreneur's Odyssey
Andrew Ackerman is a two-time startup founder, venture capitalist, author, and professor who has invested in over 70 early-stage companies and mentored…
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Joshua Griffin: Building a Business, Nearly Losing It, and Doing It All Over Again
Joshua Griffin is a serial entrepreneur who has built businesses from nothing, won national awards, and led marketing across multi-million pound portfolios …
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Thomas Wurm: The Hidden Beliefs Running Your Life—and How to Release Them
Thomas Wurm spent 14 years as a wildland firefighter with the U.S. Forest Service—sixteen-hour shifts, temperatures reaching 130 degrees, physical and mental…
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Bryan Thompson: Trusts, Probate, and the Conversations Families Avoid
Bryan Thompson is a California trusts and estates attorney with Rod of Iron Trusts and Estates Counsel, where he guides families through some of the most…
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Dr. Jeffrey Bone: When the Psychologist Becomes the Patient—Living with Chronic Illness
Dr. Jeffrey Bone is a chronic illness mentor, author, and host of the podcast To The Bone: Conversations on Pain, Illness, and Meaning . He has spent more than…
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Terry Bean: Abracadabra—The Magic of Believing in Yourself
Terry Bean is a Certified Life & Executive Coach, author, speaker, and founder of The Inner Magic Club . She studied Communications and Marketing at the…
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Robert Bowers: Campfire Tales, Cryptids, and the Art of Storytelling
Robert Bowers is a storyteller, outdoorsman, and self-published author whose work is inspired by a lifetime of real-world experiences—many of them gathered…
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Butch Phelps: The Stretch n' Release Technique for Lasting Pain Relief
Butch Phelps is a functional massage therapist, award-winning author, and creator of the Stretch n' Release Technique . He helps people 45+ reduce chronic…
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The Mind Quotient: Nami Prakash on the Human Skills We Were Never Taught
Nami Prakash is the founder of The Mind Quotient™, a mission-driven Human Skill Development organization teaching the practical skills we were never taught …
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From Physics to Mysticism: Alan Gillanders on the Truth Hidden in Plain Sight
Alan Gillanders has always had an inquiring mind, asking "What is truth?"—a timeless question at the core of existence. With decades of study in metaphysics…
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Dr. Bilal Ahmed: Science, Gut Health, and the Future of Heart Disease Prevention
Dr. Bilal Ahmed is an interventional and structural cardiologist based in Atlanta, Georgia. He performs high-risk cardiac procedures including opening blocked…
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Rob Broadhead: Why AI Projects Fail Long Before the Technology Does
Rob Broadhead is a Fractional CIO, software architect, entrepreneur, and founder of RB Consulting. Over the past three decades, he has designed enterprise…
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Lynette Sorrentino: From Grind to Aligned—Creating Success That Feels as Good as It Looks
Lynette Sorrentino is a keynote speaker, creator, and founder of The Table Method™—built on one belief: the women who hold everything together deserve to come…
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22 Years in the Army to Award-Winning Author: Rich LaMonica on Transition and Purpose
Rich LaMonica is a 22-year veteran of the United States Army who was deployed on multiple occasions in support of the Global War on Terrorism . It was during…
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Magic Barclay: What if Illness Isn't Your Fault—But It Is Your Responsibility?
Magic Barclay is a single mother of two, a cancer survivor, and a practitioner of functional health solutions who specializes in trauma recovery and root cause…
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Grant Jenkins: Gut Health, Creatine, and the Science of Living Better
Grant Jenkins is the Managing Director of Propel Health Australia and a high-performance coach with more than 25 years of experience working with elite…
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Teri Pruitt: How Broadway Builds Teams That Perform Under Pressure
Teri Pruitt started in theatre at 15 and has worked professionally since 1992, with a career spanning community theatres, summer stocks, regional theatres, and…
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Dr. Deborah Heiser: How to Turn Midlife into Your Most Meaningful Chapter
Dr. Deborah Heiser is an Applied Developmental Psychologist with a specialty in midlife and aging, a TEDx speaker, founder of The Mentor Project, and author of…
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Peter Boolkah: If Your Business Can't Run Without You, You Don't Own a Business—You Have a Job
Peter Boolkah is the creator of The Hamster Wheel Trap® and the bestselling author of YOUR BUSINESS SUCKS – Build a Business That Works Without Destroying Your…
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Dale Turnbull: Stop Asking "Why Didn't You?"—Ask "What Made You Choose Differently?"
Dale Turnbull is the creator of The 7 Positions of Leadership and founder of Lead Adapt Impact. With over 12 years of leadership coaching experience, he has…
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Piece by Piece: Sheryl Hauk on Surviving Childhood Trauma and Finding Her Voice
Sheryl Hauk is a retired music educator, survivor advocate, and author of Piece by Piece: A Memoir of Survival, Resilience, and the Power of Creativity . Since…
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Shawngela Pierce: How Divine Guidance Heals What Medicine Can't
Shawngela Pierce is a spiritual healer, podcaster, and author based in Sedona, Arizona. She holds a degree in Biology from Purdue University and began her…
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Jody Zarn: Empathy, Dignity, and the Power of Human Connection
Jody Zarn is an author, corporate trainer, and TEDx speaker whose work explores empathy, mental health, and the power of human connection . Her perspective was…
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Why Is the American Dream Becoming a Rigged Game?
Christopher Rivers grew up in a working‑class family that did everything right but still struggled to get ahead . At seventeen, he enlisted in the Army and…
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Clive Moore: Building AI That Works WITH Humans, Not Instead of Them
Clive Moore is a Canadian entrepreneur, Chief Creative Officer, and the founder of Workilo and GPT Studio, two AI platforms built on a simple but increasingly…
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Your Workplace Culture Is Making You Sick—And You Don't Even Know It
Kim Peirano is an Organizational Psychologist, consultant, and creator of the Organizational Ecosystem Model™—a proprietary culture assessment framework that…
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The POWER Framework: Jody Layne on Scaling Wellness Clinics
Jody Layne has been an entrepreneur most of her adult life . She built a digital marketing agency called Barnett & Murphy that grew to over $3 million in…