
The Thrivalist Podcast
This is the Thrivalist Podcast, where we explore the human experience and discuss how to stop stumbling through life as a survivalist and start living as a thrivalist. Join us as we ask questions, enter powerful stories, and get to know amazing people who will inspire you to stop living as the victim of your story - and choose to be the master of it. If you are looking for a safe space to feel accepted and challenged, you’ve come to the right place.
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Apr 17, 2025 • 1h 10min
Living My Vest Life with Brent Yates
Today we have a true surviving-to-thriving story for you. Brent Yates is a serial entrepreneur, a Wall Street Journal best-selling author, and founder of Aion. His energy is palpable, and we get into his story of major health scares and personal struggles that led him to develop the Aion vest. Intriguing? Yeah.Explore Aion Vests: https://www.aiongear.com/CONNECT WITH THRIVALIST:Website: http://thrivalistcollective.com/Get The Thrivalist Handbook: http://thethrivalisthandbook.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 10, 2025 • 59min
Moving to Compassion with Michele Fox Williams
Michelle Fox Williams joins us today. Her story will move you. From being raised in suburban Denver to surviving a mass shooting at her high school (Columbine) to working with inmates and felons in the prison system, Michelle recounts how her life experiences have led her to a greater appreciation for life and how truly SEEING people has moved her to a greater compassion and understanding. Powerful stuff.CONNECT WITH THRIVALIST:Website: http://thrivalistcollective.com/Get The Thrivalist Handbook: http://thethrivalisthandbook.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 3, 2025 • 1h 11min
Savor! with Kate Moyer and Chef Ryan
This week, we welcome a dynamic duo to the podcast: Kate Moyer and Chef Ryan. Kate, a mindfulness and wellness coach, and Ryan, a longtime gourmet chef, have teamed up to bring people together at the table for a culinary and mindfulness experience they simply call, "Savor."This conversation is full of deep dives into presence and grief, as well as the simple pleasures of life like delicious food and pink tortillas. You'll walk away from this one hungry for more.Join a Savor Meal: https://mindfullivingwithkate.com/CONNECT WITH THRIVALIST:Website: http://thrivalistcollective.com/Get The Thrivalist Handbook: http://thethrivalisthandbook.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 27, 2025 • 1h 13min
Your Body is Electric with Dr. Chris Motley
We are joined today by Dr. Chris Motley. Dr. Motley is a globally recognized alternative health practitioner specializing in Traditional Chinese Medicine, frequency medicine, and kinesiology and a dear friend of the show.Wow, we get into so much and could’ve gone forever. The body’s energy, Chinese medicine, electromagnetic connections between areas on our bodies and our internal organs… this is a doozie. Enjoy!Connect with Dr. Motley: https://www.doctormotley.com/CONNECT WITH THRIVALIST:Website: http://thrivalistcollective.com/Get The Thrivalist Handbook: http://thethrivalisthandbook.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 20, 2025 • 1h 8min
The Power of the Voice with Erika Young
Today, we're joined by one of the most multi-faceted coaches we've had on the show yet: Erika Young. Specializing in voice training, pelvic floor therapy, and breath support, Erika changes the lives of vocalists, moms, athletes, and anyone who needs help healing through physical and emotional roadblocks. Buckle up for a wild interview through her days in roller derby, and how her injury gave her new purpose in life.Connect with Erika Young: https://www.erikayoungcoaching.com/ CONNECT WITH THRIVALIST:Website: http://thrivalistcollective.com/Get The Thrivalist Handbook: http://thethrivalisthandbook.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 13, 2025 • 1h 1min
Can We Heal Ourselves? with Stephen Hussy
Dr. Stephen Hussy is a chiropractor, health & wellness coach, author, and speaker. We get into his story of how being diagnosed with a chronic illness at an early age and surviving a “widow-maker” heart attack led him on a journey of health and healing. From infrared light therapy to circadian rhythm to the healing power of the sun, we dive into the inspiring world of how the choices we make can set our bodies up to be the self-healing specimens they’ve been designed to be.Connect with Stephen: https://resourceyourhealth.com/CONNECT WITH THRIVALIST:Website: http://thrivalistcollective.com/Get The Thrivalist Handbook: http://thethrivalisthandbook.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 6, 2025 • 1h 2min
The Art of Art with Erik Skoldberg
Erik Skoldberg is a renowned contemporary artist whose iconic work can be found in luxury homes, hotels, and corporate spaces around the world from Montauk to Monaco. He sat down with us today and gave us a bit of his story, a bit about his artistic journey that has led him to be one of America’s great fine artists, and a bit on how he melds the creativity of his art with the creativity of his business. We had a wonderful time with Erik. Enjoy.Connect with Erik: https://erikskoldberg.com/CONNECT WITH THRIVALIST:Website: http://thrivalistcollective.com/Get The Thrivalist Handbook: http://thethrivalisthandbook.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 27, 2025 • 40min
BOOK REPORTS: Essentialism by Greg McKeown
It’s safe to say we’ve all had seasons in our lives where maybe we’ve felt busy but not productive. Or maybe overwhelmed by all we’re doing or that is expected of us, while feeling that our true talent and potential goes unutilized. Greg McKeown tackles these conundrums by helping us master the “disciplined pursuit of less.”"Essentialism" by Greg McKeown: https://www.amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Greg-McKeown/dp/0804137404/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1CONNECT WITH THRIVALIST:Website: http://thrivalistcollective.com/Get The Thrivalist Handbook: http://thethrivalisthandbook.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 20, 2025 • 35min
BOOK REPORTS: The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday
Today we get into another banger (can we use that word for books?). Ryan Holiday’s "The Obstacle is the Way" shows us how to flip obstacles into opportunities. Holiday submits that how we respond to obstacles is what defines us - not the obstacles themselves. We get to choose!!! Are we sensing a theme here, folks?!?"The Obstacle is the Way" by Ryan Holiday: https://www.amazon.com/Obstacle-Way-Expanded-10th-Anniversary/dp/0593719913/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1CONNECT WITH THRIVALIST:Website: http://thrivalistcollective.com/Get The Thrivalist Handbook: http://thethrivalisthandbook.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 13, 2025 • 41min
BOOK REPORTS: The Inner Work by Ashley Cottrell & Matthew Micheletti
On today’s installment of Book Reports, we get into The Inner Work by Ashley Cottrell & Matthew Micheletti. Matt & Ash, as they are affectionately known, invite us to let go of our struggle with life along our journey of spiritual awakening. They help us understand our shadows and acknowledge our limiting beliefs on our way to unlocking the greatness of our full potential."The Inner Work" by Ashley Cottrell & Matthew Micheletti: https://www.amazon.com/Inner-Work-Invitation-Freedom-Happiness-ebook/dp/B08PP1J4K9/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1CONNECT WITH THRIVALIST:Website: http://thrivalistcollective.com/Get The Thrivalist Handbook: http://thethrivalisthandbook.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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