Inside Personal Growth with Greg Voisen
Greg Voisen
Inside Personal Growth provides listeners with over 1000 high quality interviews featuring leading authors in the field of personal development. This online podcast program is curated with content from international experts in the art of transformation. It is our mission here to tune listeners into an audio experience that will entertain and educate to help improve every facet of their lives.
Since 2007, Inside Personal Growth has connected people with the wisdom and resources they need to work through challenges and strengthen their internal compass on the pursuit toward wellness and mastery. Our archive features over 800+ podcasts. Each show offers insight into the minds of writers behind leading book titles.
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Since 2007, Inside Personal Growth has connected people with the wisdom and resources they need to work through challenges and strengthen their internal compass on the pursuit toward wellness and mastery. Our archive features over 800+ podcasts. Each show offers insight into the minds of writers behind leading book titles.
Visit the website to browse our archive. We hope you enjoy this important, public resource.
Are you an author, speaker or publisher in the field of personal growth? Contact us to learn more about how to get interviewed, advertise on our site and become an affiliate member. Find more information on our website: www.insidepersonalgrowth.com
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Jun 26, 2025 • 51min
Podcast 1234: Give Hospitality with Taylor Scott: Transforming Culture Through Compassion, Leadership, and Aloha
📝 Description:
In this inspiring episode of Inside Personal Growth, host Greg Voisen sits down with Taylor Scott, author of Give Hospitality and Lead with Hospitality, to explore how authentic generosity and emotional connection can transform both team culture and customer experience. Drawing on over 20 years of experience with brands like Disney, Gaylord Hotels, and the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Taylor shares powerful stories, practical leadership lessons, and the core message of his newest book—how giving is not just a personal virtue, but a proven business strategy.
Listeners will discover:
-How hospitality goes beyond service to create lasting emotional connections
-Why generosity and empathy are key to leadership success
-How to transform toxic workplace cultures through compassion and storytelling
-The role of vulnerability and inclusion in building strong, resilient teams
-Practical tips for leading with values, empathy, and love in the modern workforce
From Hawaii’s spirit of “Aloha” to life-changing mentors and emotional intelligence at work, this conversation is a must-listen for leaders, HR professionals, and anyone passionate about making business more human.
Our Guest, Taylor Scott:
Pre-order Taylor’s new book Give Hospitality
➥ Book: Give Hospitality: A Hopeful Story of What Happens When We Live, Work, and Love from a Place of Generosity
➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/ibtddtv
➥ https://linktr.ee/TaylorScott
➥ https://leadwithhospitality.com/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tscott1502/
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tscott1502/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TaylorScottOfficial
Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen:
➥ https://gregvoisen.com
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/
➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

Jun 25, 2025 • 39min
Podcast 1233: Outer Chaos, Inner Calm: Anthony Abbagnano on Healing Through Breathwork & Forgiveness
In this transformative episode of Inside Personal Growth, Greg Voisen welcomes Anthony Abbagnano, visionary breathwork facilitator and author of Outer Chaos, Inner Calm. From his remarkable personal healing journey—including a near-death experience due to an undiagnosed parasite—to the development of his global breathwork movement Alchemy of Breath, Anthony shares powerful insights on trauma, forgiveness, and the role of conscious breathing in unlocking self-awareness.
Listeners will explore:
-The deep connection between breath and inner peace
-How early childhood trauma shapes adult behavior and how to heal it using “The Bridge” technique
-The life-changing power of surrender and letting go
-His reflections on family wounds, forgiveness, and emotional liberation
-How breath can be a doorway to spiritual growth and a tool for transforming chaos into calm
Whether you're curious about breathwork or on a path of personal healing, Anthony's story offers both practical tools and profound wisdom.
Our Guest, Anthony Abbagnano:
➥ Book: Outer Chaos Inner Calm
➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/g8TXcgB
➥ https://linktr.ee/alchemyofbreath?
➥https://alchemyofbreath.com/anthony-abbagnano/
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alchemyofbreath/?hl=en
➡️YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0njdf4251SyrFoVHeXdq5w/videos
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-nigel-abbagnano-dunkley/
Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen:
➥ https://gregvoisen.com
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/
➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

Jun 25, 2025 • 45min
Podcast 1232: Peernovation Second Edition: Forged by CEO Forums - How Teams Thrive Through Collective Intelligence
In this Inside Personal Growth episode, Greg Voisen welcomes back Leo Bottary to discuss his latest book, Peernovation Second Edition: Forged by CEO Forums. Leo unpacks the evolution from “me” to “we” in modern leadership, offering practical strategies for building high-performing, psychologically safe teams. Drawing on years of experience with peer advisory groups, Leo reveals how collaboration, intentional learning, and celebration fuel innovation—and why companies that embrace these principles outperform those that don’t. He also explores how AI is shaping the future of teamwork and how leaders can meet the needs of a Gen Z-driven workforce.
What Listeners Will Learn:
-Why psychological safety is essential for innovation and accountability
-How the learning-achieving-celebrating cycle boosts team momentum
-The difference between peer groups vs. functional teams, and when to use each
-How cross-functional collaboration eliminates workplace silos
-The impact of AI and hybrid work on team dynamics and collective intelligence
Our Guest, Leo Bottary:
➥ Book: Peernovation Second Edition: Forged by CEO Forums. Perfected for Teams.
➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/9hPdx5O
➥https://leobottary.com/
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leobottary/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leobottary/
➡️YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/leobottary
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leobottary
Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen:
➥ https://gregvoisen.com
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/
➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

Jun 24, 2025 • 55min
Podcast 1231: Wise Decisions: A Science-Based Approach to Making Better Choices | Dr. Jim Loehr
In this powerful episode, Dr. Jim Loehr, renowned performance psychologist and co-author of Wise Decisions, joins the show to explore how we can radically improve the way we make decisions. He introduces the concept of Y.O.D.A. (Your Own Decision Advisor), explaining how our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health influence decision-making. Together with host Greg Voisen, Dr. Loehr dives into topics like intuition, emotional triggers, the importance of storytelling, and how early conditioning shapes our internal voice. Listeners will walk away with actionable strategies to sharpen their decision-making lens and lead with greater purpose and character.
Main Topics Discussed:
-The origin and purpose of Wise Decisions
-How health and performance are interlinked with wise choices
-The Y.O.D.A. framework for conscious decision making
-The power of storytelling and training your inner voice
-Seven lenses to evaluate important life decisions
-Emotional vs. rational decision dynamics
-Why decision-making should be taught from a young age
Our Guest, Dr. Jim Loehr:
➥ Book: Wise Decisions: A Science-Based Approach to Making Better Choices
➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/iLkwIbL
➥https://www.jim-loehr.com/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-loehr
Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen:
➥ https://gregvoisen.com
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/
➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

Jun 22, 2025 • 51min
Podcast 1230: Dr. Rick Stevenson Reveals How to Be a Personal Story Mentor - and Why It Will Change Your Life
In this powerful and moving episode of Inside Personal Growth, Greg Voisen welcomes back Dr. Rick Stevenson—filmmaker, philanthropist, and creator of the 5000 Days Project—to explore the deep healing potential of storytelling. Drawing from his groundbreaking book, How to Be a Personal Story Mentor, Rick shares how personal narratives hold the key to emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and human connection.
Listeners will discover how Rick’s StoryQ Method and verbal journaling unlock what he calls the "emotional immune system"—a vital part of our mental health. Through real-life stories, Rick explains how naming our experiences gives us power over them and why every person’s story—no matter how ordinary it may seem—is a legacy worth preserving. From childhood trauma to the grief of losing loved ones, Rick reminds us: “You own nothing more valuable than your story.”
Whether you're a parent, educator, leader, or simply someone seeking clarity, this episode will help you understand your story as your roadmap to purpose and wholeness.
🎧 What Listeners Will Learn:
-Why your story is the most valuable asset you own
-How storytelling builds emotional intelligence and resilience
-Techniques from the StoryQ Method to reframe and heal personal experiences
-The power of naming painful emotions to gain mastery over them
-How to pass down meaningful wisdom and legacy through storytelling
Our Guest, Dr Rick Stevenson:
➥ Book: How to Be a Personal Story Mentor: Helping People Connect the Dots of Their Lives Using the StoryQ Method
➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/12Cr3OO
➥https://www.rickstevenson.com/
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrickstevenson
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drrickstevenson/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rick-stevenson-263a2718b/
Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen:
➥ https://gregvoisen.com
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/
➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

Jun 22, 2025 • 40min
Podcast 1229: How to Communicate, Meditate & Heal Like a Buddhist - Cynthia Kane on Mindful Speech, Self-Talk & Everyday Transformation
In this transformative episode of Inside Personal Growth, host Greg Voisen welcomes back renowned author and communication coach Cynthia Kane to explore the power of Buddhist-inspired practices in everyday life. Known for her impactful trilogy — How to Meditate Like a Buddhist, Talk to Yourself Like a Buddhist, and How to Communicate Like a Buddhist — Cynthia shares the deeply personal journey that led her to create the Kane Intentional Communication™ Practice.
Together, they discuss how simple tools like the 3 C’s of communication (Conscious, Clear, and Concise speech), intentional pauses, and breath awareness can help you speak with more compassion, silence negative self-talk, and bring presence into every interaction.
Whether you’re looking to repair a relationship, find peace within, or take your first step toward meditation, this episode will guide you with gentle clarity and practical wisdom.
🎧 What Listeners Will Learn:
-How to communicate consciously using the Buddhist “right speech” framework
-Simple ways to begin meditating without pressure or overwhelm
-How to transform negative self-talk using the 5 Practices: Listen, Explore, Question, Release, and Balance
-Why silence and playfulness are crucial to being present in conversations
-How breathwork and mindfulness can reduce anxiety and improve emotional clarity
Our Guest, Cynthia Kane:
➥ Book: How to Communicate Like a Buddhist
➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/d8NXSZT
➥ Book: Talk to Yourself Like a Buddhist: Five Mindful Practices to Silence Negative Self-Talk
➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/86ZVwVk
➥ Book: How to Meditate Like a Buddhist
➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/bdGKJBf
➥https://cynthiakane.com/
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cykane1/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Cynthia-Blair-Kane-100064197697098/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cykane/
Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen:
➥ https://gregvoisen.com
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/
➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

Jun 20, 2025 • 53min
Podcast 1228: Finding Your Inner Compass: Aligning Purpose, Identity & Action with Pankaj Singh
In this transformative episode of Inside Personal Growth, host Greg Voisen welcomes back Pankaj Singh for a deeper look into his acclaimed Inner Compass Journey program—an immersive 12-week experience designed to help high-performing professionals break free from burnout, rediscover their purpose, and align their identity with meaningful action.
Building on the foundations of Singh’s book Circle Up, the conversation dives into tools like the Purpose Factor Assessment, the HEART framework, and the Compass Circle, all designed to help listeners reconnect with what truly drives them. Whether you're a leader seeking clarity or someone feeling stuck and misaligned, this episode provides a roadmap for inner alignment and real-life transformation.
What You’ll Learn:
-What the Inner Compass Journey is and how it supports personal and professional growth
-Why burnout is often a result of misalignment—and how to fix it
-How the HEART framework helps reframe adversity into empowerment
-How the Purpose Factor Assessment uncovers your values and internal drivers
-Why clarity in purpose improves decision-making, relationships, and leadership presence
Our Guest, Pankaj Singh:
➥ Book: CIRCLE UP: Build a Life-Changing Inner Circle That Accelerates Your Purpose, Power, and Peace
➥ Programs: https://singhleadership.com/offerings
➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/hXytRpi
➥https://singhleadership.com/
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singpowerupcoach/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Singhpowerupcoach/100084704702189/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pankaj-singh-390bb86/
Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen:
➥ https://gregvoisen.com
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/
➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

Jun 17, 2025 • 43min
Podcast 1227: From Ramen Noodles to Riches: How Radhika Paliwal Demystifies Money for the Next Generation
In this empowering episode of Inside Personal Growth, Greg Voisen speaks with Radhika Paliwal, author of From Ramen Noodles to Riches. A former engineer turned real estate investor and personal finance advocate, Radhika unpacks the real-life money lessons no one teaches in school. Listeners will learn practical strategies for budgeting, investing, and reshaping their financial mindset—especially around saving, credit, house hacking, and alternative investments like REITs. Whether you’re just starting out or finally ready to take control, Radhika’s relatable advice will inspire you to make smart money moves with confidence.
🎯 What Listeners Can Learn:
-Why a high salary doesn't equal financial literacy
-How to overcome fear and start investing (even with just $20)
-The truth about assets vs. liabilities and your primary home
-How house hacking and REITs can build wealth passively
-Ways to develop healthy financial habits and resist instant gratification
Our Guest, Radhika Paliwal:
➥ Book: From Ramen Noodles to Riches: A Sarcastic Guide to Financial Independence
➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/aec1QzI
➥https://radhikapaliwal.com/
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radhikaapaliwal/
➡️Twitter/ X: https://x.com/radhikaapaliwal
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhika-paliwal/
Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen:
➥ https://gregvoisen.com
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/
➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

Jun 14, 2025 • 42min
Podcast 1226: Finding Happiness: Todd Patkin’s Journey to Beat Depression and Build a Life of Purpose
In this powerful episode of Inside Personal Growth, host Greg Voisen sits down with Todd Patkin, author of Finding Happiness: One Man’s Quest to Beat Depression and Anxiety and Finally Let the Sunshine In. Todd shares his deeply personal story of growing up as a perfectionist, facing relentless bullying, enduring a breakdown at the peak of his career, and ultimately transforming his life through self-compassion, exercise, affirmations, and connection.
Listeners will learn how Todd’s darkest moments became the catalyst for lasting happiness, why chasing perfection can be a trap, and how movement, mindset, and relationships are keys to emotional recovery. Todd also introduces his 12-Week Finding Happiness Boot Camp, a free resource designed to help anyone build habits for a healthier, more joyful life.
What Listeners Will Learn:
-Why perfectionism and success don’t always equal happiness
-How to break free from depression and burnout
-Simple practices like exercise, journaling, and self-talk that foster joy
-Why surrounding yourself with positive people is crucial
-How giving back and living in the present create lasting fulfillment
🎁 Todd’s Offer:
Download Todd’s book Finding Happiness and the 12-Week Workbook for NO - COST at www.toddpatkin.com.
🎤 Todd is also available to speak at your organization or event with no speaking fee, just cover travel and lodging.
Our Guest, Todd Patkin:
➥ Book: FINDING HAPPINESS: One Man’s Quest to Beat Depression and Anxiety and—Finally—Let the Sunshine In
➥https://toddpatkin.com/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ToddPatkin/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddpatkinthehappinesscoach
➡️Twitter/ X: https://x.com/toddpatkin
Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen:
➥ https://gregvoisen.com
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/
➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/

Jun 13, 2025 • 53min
Podcast 1225: Circle Up: Building Intentional Relationships That Heal, Empower, and Transform
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Pankaj Singh—visionary founder, executive coach, and author of Circle Up—to explore how leaders and everyday individuals alike can overcome loneliness, emotional burnout, and disconnection by building intentional support circles. Drawing from decades of mindful practice and his own leadership journey, Singh unpacks the seven transformative relationship roles within his Compass Circle framework.
Listeners will gain actionable tools for reflection, micro-journaling, and emotional repair—plus scripts to rekindle broken relationships, cultivate trust, and find clarity in times of uncertainty. This isn’t just about leadership—it’s about human connection in a digitally distracted world.
What Listeners Will Learn
-Why loneliness persists in a hyper-connected world
-How to identify and build your intentional Compass Circle
-The emotional cost of vague support vs. defined roles
-The science behind micro-practices and mindfulness in leadership
-Tools for repairing frayed relationships with empathy and intention
-How to balance high performance with well-being
Our Guest, Pankaj Singh:
➥ Book: CIRCLE UP: Build a Life-Changing Inner Circle That Accelerates Your Purpose, Power, and Peace
➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/hXytRpi
➥https://singhleadership.com/
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singpowerupcoach/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Singhpowerupcoach/100084704702189/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pankaj-singh-390bb86/
Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen:
➥ https://gregvoisen.com
➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/
➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/
➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/
➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/


