How to Change the World

Catherine and David are joined by Sara Mayer, Director of Operations for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for five chapters in the Southwest region and master philanthropist, to discuss the three-book missive of Ray Dalio known by the simple name: Principles. They dig into his numbered lists of principles for life and work, and unearth a fountain of knowledge for creating impactful change and leading fulfilling lives.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has ever felt less. If you've ever struggled with setting your own boundaries, have worried you're not good enough, or been plagued by imposter syndrome, then take the time to listen to Murphy's story. Murphy shares her own personal experiences of how she has come to recognize her own agency, and develop the skillset to know her own worth in every job and every relationship. Catherine and Murphy reflect on the power of getting to know (and love) yourself in anyone's ability to create change in the world. They also discuss the power of mentorship, how to be a mentor and how to find a mentor. And if you're someone who loves cat memes, there's something in here for you too.

When Drex Davis started working part time at Scrapbook.com in his late twenties to pay the bills while he pursued his dream of getting into the music management business, he could never have imagined it would become the vocation it is for him today. Started as a hobby at his mother's kitchen table, Scrapbook.com has become a business with 100 employees and worldwide customers. Drex talks to Catherine about what he has learned along the way about how to make change in the world, discovering your passion, finding great mentors, and the power of human kindness.

Pita Juarez is many things. A communications professional; a queer immigrant woman from Guatemala; an award winning filmmaker, and more. She shares her own story with Catherine, explaining how a racist law in Arizona changed her path forever, and what she is doing today to impact communities through storytelling. We dig into her experience making the award-winning documentary You Racist, Sexist, Bigot and how what she learned has impacted how she walks in the world today.

Everything you thought you knew about how incredible things like international air travel and Toy Story occur will change when you read Loonshots by physicist and entrepreneur Safi Bahcall. Mind Your Business regulars Catherine Alonzo and David Waid are joined by nonprofit consultant and dedicated community advocate Barbara Lewkowitz, and they dive deep into what this book teaches us about how to nurture a world-changing idea.

Andrès Cano was elected to the Arizona House of Representatives in 2018; one of the new wave of non-traditional elected officials who represent a new way of approaching elected government. Andrès talks to Catherine about how family tragedy has shaped his drive to make change in the world, and what he has learned from his first legislative session about what it takes to create change.

Have you ever wished a friend or family member would change their actions or make different choices? Have you ever withheld the truth from a friend because you are scared of rocking the boat? This week, Catherine talks to Forest Melton about the emotional intelligence it takes to create change - and how to develop it. Forest is a cancer researcher, a passionate crusader for nonprofits, and the 2019 Leukemia Lymphoma Society's Man of the Year.

Representative Jennifer Longdon is a freshman member of the Democratic Caucus in the House of Representatives, the latest chapter in her loooong track record of advocacy. When a gun crime left her paralyzed from the collar bones down, Jennifer's entire life changed. Whether it's against gun violence, for equal rights for people with disabilities, or for the improvement of the everyday lives of Arizonans, Jennifer is fighting for change in our world every second of every day. Hear how and why she does it in this impactful conversation.

Sentari Minor and George Grombacher fight all the time. The hosts of podcast Figure it Out, they come together to battle it out over important issues as friends and co-hosts. They talk to Catherine about the importance of talking to people who disagree with you, how your personal values should shape your career path, and how childhood events can shape the rest of your life.

Ever wondered why some teams flounder while others change the world? Legal mastermind and political changemaker Bob Lord joins Javelina partners Catherine Alonzo and David Waid on this week's episode of How to Change the World to discuss Simon Sinek's Leaders Eat Last, which lays out a 21st-century approach to transformational leadership in action. We discuss the top takeaways from Sinek's best-seller and dig into how it can help you make a difference at work.