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Episode 17: Cancer, a Ponzi Scheme, and a Six-Year-Old's Drawing: Mel Abraham on Grief, Grit, and Building a Life That's Actually Rich

May 19, 2026

In this deeply honest conversation, Melissa sits down with entrepreneur, CPA, and author Mel Abraham to talk about the connection between grief, wealth, purpose, resilience, and the moments that actually define a meaningful life. What starts as a conversation about money quickly becomes something much deeper. Mel shares the life-changing moments that completely reshaped his perspective—from becoming a single father while $300,000 in debt… to surviving cancer… to rebuilding after losing millio...

Episode 16: How to Have Hard Conversations Without Making Everything a Fight with Kyle Depiesse

April 28, 2026

In this episode, we explore: • Why most conflict is really unspoken expectations colliding • How isolation is impacting men’s mental health and relationships • The difference between confrontation and healthy communication • Why avoiding hard conversations creates long-term resentment • How to create safe environments for honest dialogue • The role of overcommunication vs undercommunication in relationships • Why community and connection are essential, not optional • How to navigate difficult...

Episode 15: You Are 100% Responsible for Your 50%: Meg Tuohey on Relationships, Heartprint, and Inner Wisdom

April 14, 2026

In this episode, we explore: • What it really means to be 100% responsible for your 50% in relationships • Why your relationship with yourself sets the tone for every other relationship • The concept of a heartprint and how it shapes your purpose and direction • How to access your inner wisdom (wise woman / good man) in everyday life • The difference between reacting from your human self and responding with awareness • Why triggers, conflict, and discomfort are part of growth, not signs you’r...