Best Agingwell Podcasts (2024)

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Coming Out While Coming of Age 31:49

4h ago31:49

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Imagine being successful in all of the ways society defines success: the house with the ocean view, two successful sons, a kind and loving husband and a satisfying career. Yet something wasn’t quite right. There was a longing that wouldn’t go away. Right in the midst of middle age, Suzette Mullen admitted to herself that she was in love with her be…

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Season 4, Episode 2: Stephanie Szostak 42:11

2d ago42:11

42:11

Do you have a playbook? Do you have a resource that guides your thoughts, emotions, and, ultimately, your actions…and how do you show up in the world? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with my friend, actress Stephanie Szostak. She shares insights from her life and her book Self!sh and introduces the app she has built to help you create …

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Eating In Your “Age of Wisdom”--No More Fad Diets! 43:29

14d ago43:29

43:29

If you’ve followed me, you know I am no fan of dieting and restriction, because we all know where that leads– in a shame cycle that erodes our relationship with ourselves. Caroline Drury is a transformational coach who focuses on, as she likes to call it, "the age of wisdom", meaning that her midlife clients have an abundance of life experience and…

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Season 4, Episode 1: Louise Bang 47:27

26d ago47:27

47:27

🔥 Ready to unlock your leadership potential? 🔥 Season 4 of the Back to Life podcast kicks off with an inspiring episode featuring my dear friend and fabulous leader and human being, Louise Bang, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer for Marriott International in the Caribbean and Latin America. Join us as we dive deep into topics of leadership, resilienc…

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Overcoming the Intergenerational Trauma Around Drowning 42:58

28d ago42:58

42:58

For anyone who has ever feared water or wished they’d learn to swim, this episode is for you. I met our Susana Mueller at a podcasting conference I recently attended. She introduced herself and said she thought she knew me. A chemist originally from Cuba, now a resident of Florida, I don’t think our paths ever crossed. But we talked about her podca…

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A Death Doula Becomes a Celebrity 41:52

2M ago41:52

41:52

Enjoy this rebroadcast of my interview with Alua Arthur, death doula and now New York Times Best Selling Author of Briefly Perfectly Human. This book on the importance of thinking about our death has resonated with many of us, including top influencers from media outlets including The New York Times, NPR and CNN. Alua Arthur is the Founder of Going…

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What is Ageless Aging? 40:02

2M ago40:02

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Maddy Dychtwald is recognized by Forbes as one of the Top 50 female futurists globally, for nearly 40 years. She has been deeply involved in exploring all aspects of the age wave and how it’s fundamentally transforming our lives and the world at large. She is an internationally acclaimed author, public speaker, Wall Street Journal blogger, and thou…

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Women Over 50 Walking the Camino de Santiago 43:54

3M ago43:54

43:54

Anyone out there believe in synchronicity? Many of you know that I am walking part of the Camino de Santiago in May. I’ve been thinking, planning and talking about it alot. One night I was scrolling and I fell upon a group called Women of a Certain Age–WOACA. I was intrigued. Then I was surprised– more than 10k members. Comments stating how special…

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Earth Day Special: Discovering Birding in Retirement 44:16

3M ago44:16

44:16

I was thinking about who would be a great guest for Earth Day. I wanted to talk with someone who is committed to nature, has a zestful attitude towards life and has shown resilience in her life despite dealing with painful losses. If she was an adventurous traveler that would be even better. Then I realized I knew just the woman! Irene Mazzocchi is…

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Sustainable Art; Rethinking Toxic Art Supplies 38:21

4M ago38:21

38:21

Holly Greenberg is a professor of Art at Syracuse University specializing in printmaking. She’s long been aware of how toxic some art materials are, but has recently realized how damaging the mining and production practices are that are used to create these art supplies. Since that realization, she’s committed herself to stop using manufactured art…

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How My Rescue Dog Taught Me to Fully Love at 65 41:10

4M ago41:10

41:10

Rona Maynard found happiness at 65—a story she tells in her new memoir Starter Dog: My Path to Joy, Belonging and Loving This World. Rona capped a stellar career in magazines with a decade at the helm of Chatelaine, Canada’s leading magazine for women. When she disclosed a struggle with depression, she helped kickstart a national conversation about…

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I Tried to Deny My Dad’s Dementia 34:17

4M ago34:17

34:17

This episode looks at the difficulty of realizing that a loved one is experiencing cognitive decline. I met Darlene Mahoney at a recent podcasting conference and was struck by her honesty and willingness to talk about her discovery that her father had Dementia. She tells the story of witnessing her father’s strange behavior and how she couldn’t–or …

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Now is the Best Age to Travel and Make Friends 35:08

5M ago35:08

35:08

Anyone else need an adventure? Here in Upstate NY it’s been grey as usual, and I need something to look forward to. Today we’re going to talk about the benefits of traveling with Jeannie Ralston, the co-founder and CEO of NextTribe, which started life as a digital magazine for women over 45 and has now morphed into a travel company. Jeannie believe…

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The Guru of Healthy Aging 37:35

5M ago37:35

37:35

Over the past 40 years, Dr. Ken Dychtwald has emerged as a foremost visionary and original thinker regarding the lifestyle, marketing, health care, economic and workforce implications of the age wave. Ken is a psychologist, gerontologist, and best-selling author of 19 books on aging-related issues. He also released a memoir in April 2021. During hi…

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From Wheelchair to Weightlifting Champion 43:50

6M ago43:50

43:50

Kim Rahir is a 60 year old mother of three who was diagnosed with MS 10 years ago and was in a wheelchair. She ignored her doctor's advice and slowly began lifting weights. This year she became European Champion in Masters Weightlifting in her age and weight category. Kim’s journey inspired her to leave her career in journalism in her 50s and becom…

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Season 3, Episode 17: Brant Menswar 45:42

6M ago45:42

45:42

Brant Menswar is the CEO and founder of Black Sheep Foundry LLC, a boutique leadership development agency that teaches people and organizations how to cultivate values-based leadership through his acclaimed book Black Sheep: Unleash the Extraordinary, Awe-Inspiring, Undiscovered You. He has been called "America's Personal Development Coach" having …

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Camp Reinvention is Rocket Fuel For Women Over 50 42:43

6M ago42:43

42:43

I think we all are searching for a more meaningful and joy filled life, but don’t quite know where to start. Many of my clients experiencing empty nest and all of the accompanying over 50 challenges tell me they feel totally lost and paralyzed. They are asking the proverbial “What now?” Wouldn’t you love a blueprint to figure out how to be your mos…

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“The Golden Girls Have Nothing on the Trailblazing Bringle Sisters” 43:07

7M ago43:07

43:07

Twins Cynthia and Edwina Bringle are 84 year old artists and legends at the renowned Penland School of Craft in North Carolina. The new documentary, "Bringle: A Tale of Two Makers", was written and directed by artist E. Vincent Martinez a Cuban-born, Atlanta-based mixed-media artist, filmmaker and educator. He was originally a student at Penland an…

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The Midlife Mentors Share Their Wisdom on Midlife Health and Well Being 39:29

7M ago39:29

39:29

Claire and James Davis are the British dynamic duo of midlife health and well being. They are experts in, among other subjects, menopause and hormones. They are also multi award winning coaches, co-authors of a bestselling book, regular speakers and press commentators and podcasters, in the 1.5% of listenership. Their travel company was included in…

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The Middle Aged Hip Hop Viral Sensation 34:45

7M ago34:45

34:45

She was uninspired, out of shape, and longing for the younger version of herself. She thought a hip hop dance class might solve some of her problems. Valentine’s Day greeted her with the flu, thousands of notifications on her Facebook account, and hundreds of messages from strangers. Her immediate assumption? She’d been hacked. But she was wrong. A…

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Season 3, Episode 16: Aaron Salko 37:09

7M ago37:09

37:09

For this episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny talks with Aaron Salko. Aaron is the founder and Creator of The 9th Stratum and is a Sales Management Professional with the innovative solutions-based company Stephen Gould. Salko has a demonstrated history of talent development, innovation, creativity, and organizational growth. For more than two…

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Dog Mountain–Heaven for Your Dog 34:51

7M ago34:51

34:51

Dog Mountain is set on 150 acres on a private mountaintop spot in St. Johnsbury, Vermont. The grounds are always open to people and their dogs. Artist Stephen Huneck and his wife, Gwen, bought the property in 1995 and turned the barn into studio space. After Stephen’s unique visionary experience, the Dog Chapel soon followed. The Dog Chapel opened …

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Diane Jones–From the Corporate World to Carnegie Hall 36:57

8M ago36:57

36:57

We’ve all heard midlife reinvention stories, and I’ve got a special one for you. I’ve wanted to interview this guest for years, and I finally got to meet her recently at a public radio shindig. Her life story illustrates the bittersweetness of life–also known as “life is Brutiful”, a phrase coined by Glennon Doyle. Diane Jones is a composer, musici…

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Season 3, Episode 15: Dr. Haley Perlus 46:22

8M ago46:22

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Ever wondered how top athletes and brands break through mental barriers to achieve extraordinary results? Join us in the latest episode of the Back to Life podcast as we dive into the world of mental toughness with the incredible Dr. Haley Perlus! In this episode, we explore Haley's journey working with world-renowned athletes, brands, and fitness …

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Mary’s Nest: Making Food Delicious, Nutritious and Affordable Resonates with Viewers 50:44

8M ago50:44

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Mary Bryant Shrader is the host of “Mary’s Nest”, a Youtube channel with over a million subscribers. She teaches the simple pleasures of cooking highly nutritious and affordable foods from her Texas kitchen. A native New Yorker, Mary learned cooking from her mom and began cooking “in a sliver of a kitchen.” She thinks preparing a beautiful roast ch…

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Considering Using the New Weight Loss Drugs? 33:53

8M ago33:53

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There’s been a lot of buzz about the new weight loss drug like Ozempic. Celebrities are singing their praises. But are they appropriate for midlife women who are frustrated by their menopause midsection weight gain? Do they work? Are they safe? I had a very eye opening conversation with Peg Doyle, an expert in the field of nutrition and lifestyle. …

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Season 3, Episode 14: Hale Dwoskin 38:41

8M ago38:41

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Ever wondered about the secrets behind manifesting your dreams and embracing personal development? On the newest episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny talks with New York Times Best-selling author, Hale Dwoskin. With over three decades of expertise, Hale is a pioneer in personal development, renowned for his work with the Sedona Method. Curiou…

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Using Nature and Art to Process Grief 36:06

9M ago36:06

36:06

After a particularly painful break up and the death of his father, artist Day Schildkret began using materials in nature to make designs–what he calls "morning altars" by gathering stray twigs, flowers, pinecones and leaves, and turning them into beautiful works of art. He calls his technique “Impermanent Earth Art”. He’s developed a curriculum to …

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Award Winning Author Champions Writers Over 50 34:43

9M ago34:43

34:43

Julia Daily calls herself a late bloomer, but that’s really not the case. Instead, she bloomed throughout her life with various careers, from teaching to public relations and marketing to non-profit work. She even shadowed Martha Stewart. But, as her age topped six decades, she ran a marathon, wrote two novels, and began a podcast to celebrate thos…

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Season 3, Episode 13: Cate Heaman 41:41

9M ago41:41

41:41

For this episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny talks with Prelude Solutions’ CEO and Founder Cate Heaman. Cate founded Prelude in July, 2005 as a telecommunication auditing company. In the early years, the auditing grew to project management and managing RFP’s for telecom services and systems. In 2008, the entity expanded services to telecom s…

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Addressing Quality Health Care in Indigenous Communities 29:14

10M ago29:14

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Dr. Peter Rohloff is the co-founder and Chief Medical Officer for Maya Health Alliance, a primary care organization working with indigenous Maya communities in rural Guatemala. He never intended to move to Guatemala, but when he went to visit on vacation and learn Spanish he found his calling. Rohloff soon learned that Guatemala has one of the larg…

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Season 3, Episode 12: Michael Baclawski 41:34

10M ago41:34

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For this episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny sat down to talk with Michael Baclawski, a dedicated wellness and fitness educator with an extensive career spanning two decades. He currently serves as an educator at Catasauqua High School, where he has passionately guided students toward healthier lifestyles and personal growth throughout his c…

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Walking Vacations; A Better Way to Travel 38:24

10M ago38:24

38:24

Have you ever considered hiking in Europe but think of hiking as too strenuous? Well, it doesn't have to be. Cassandra Overby is the author of "Explore Europe on Foot" and several other walking-based travel guides that promote hiking as a better way to travel. She describes it as a more intimate experience because you get to know your surroundings,…

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A Life in Progress -- Finding Joy, Even in Unbearable Loss 40:18

11M ago40:18

40:18

Krista O’Reilly-Davi-Digui is a writer and holistic mind-body coach and the voice behind “A Life in Progress” community. She helps people navigate profound loss (her son who died by suicide in 2019) and at the same time cultivate joy. Her particular focus is women in mid-life. Find out more at ALifeinProgress.ca. Find out more about the Zestful Agi…

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Emme -- Supermodel Dismantles Unrealistic Beauty Ideals 38:33

11M ago38:33

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Known for over two decades as an iconic American supermodel and a two time “beautiful person” by “People” magazine, Emme is a trusted voice in the beauty, wellness, fashion, and news industries. Although Emme is known as the first “plus size” model, that term has fallen into disfavor. The reality is that Emme’s size is more in line with the average…

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Back to Life Season 3, Episode 12: Michaiel Patrick Bovenes 46:04

11M ago46:04

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In today's fast-paced world, it can be tough to remember to be still. Our guest on this episode of the Back to Life podcast helps people do just that. Michaiel Patrick Bovens is an inspirational wellness teacher, meditation expert, healer, mindfulness facilitator (MBSR), hypnotherapist and metaphysician. He helps busy professionals quickly transfor…

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Kim Scott -- Author of Radical Candor: How to Get What You Want By Saying What You Mean 57:29

11M ago57:29

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Kim Scott is the author of "Just Work" and "Radical Candor" and co-founder of a company that helps people put the ideas in her books into practice. Kim was a CEO coach at Dropbox, Qualtrics, Twitter, and other tech companies. She was a member of the faculty at Apple University and before that led AdSense, YouTube, and DoubleClick teams at Google. F…

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Back to Life Season 3, Episode 10: Terrill Vidale 43:32

12M ago43:32

43:32

For this episode, Danny sat down to talk with successful entrepreneur and business owner, Terrill Vidale. Terrill Vidale's life began in humble circumstances, born in Charlotte, NC, to parents from Trinidad and Tobago. For the first 12 years of his life, Terrill lived in Trinidad. After his parents' divorce, he and his siblings moved in with their …

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Jane Delury -- Author of HEDGE, a Gorgeous Book About Midlife Longing 38:10

12M ago38:10

38:10

"A midlife landscape historian in an unhappy marriage, a handsome fellow scientist, a lost garden in the Hudson Valley....." Award winning author’s book HEDGE is about a middle aged woman with conflicting yearnings. Where does her energy belong? Her daughter is having mental health problems, her marriage is unfulfilling, and she loves her work as a…

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Janice Costa -- A Total Career Pivot, She Created Canine Camp Getaway 32:32

12M ago32:32

32:32

Janice Costa is a lifelong dog lover who spent more than 30 years in the publishing field before trading corporate life for camp life with Canine Camp Getaway, a one-of-a-kind vacation for dogs and the people who love them. A Therapy Dog and Canine Good Citizen evaluator and certified Pet First Aid instructor, she is active in dog rescue and co-own…

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Carrie Jarosinski -- How Can We Make Our Lives Invigorating As We Age? 50:26

1y ago50:26

50:26

Good health is a lot more than diet and exercise. Although we all would like a quick and easy program to attain good mental and physical health, achieving wellness is a lifelong journey. Dr. Carrie Jarosinski is a nurse, educator and wellness practitioner who focuses on sustainable wellness practices, which include finding more joy, developing resi…

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MT Connelly -- Authored the Elder Justice Act, Champion of Restorative Justice 46:26

1y ago46:26

46:26

What is elder justice and why is it so important? And how does harm reduction play into keeping our elders safe from abuse? M. T. Connolly, is a MacArthur “Genius” grant recipient and founder of the Department of Justice’s Elder Justice Initiative. MT conceived of and was the original architect of the Elder Justice Act, the first comprehensive fede…

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Season 3, Episode 9: Damon West 46:52

1y ago46:52

46:52

For this episode, Danny talks with keynote speaker Damon West. Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker and Wall Street Journal best-selling author of The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change, which Forbes’ listed in the “Top Twenty Books You Need to Read to Crush 2020.” His …

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Debbie Weiss -- Surviving and Thriving After the Loss of a Loved One 45:34

1y ago45:34

45:34

Loss of a loved one can turn our world upside down. How can we recover and how can we recreate ourselves without them in our lives? Debbie Weiss turned to writing in 2013, when she lost her partner and high school sweetheart of 32 years and she found herself living on her own for the first time in her life. She is the author of “Available As Is: A …

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Dr. Greg Hammer -- Making Happiness and Resilience Accessible to All of Us 35:51

1y ago35:51

35:51

Our medical professionals are really suffering. Burnout is at new highs, causing serious problems including medical mistakes, addiction, depression and even suicide. Dr. Greg Hammer, a Stanford University Professor and physician, addresses this epidemic of burnout in his book “GAIN without Pain”. His mission is to make stress reduction accessible a…

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Back to Life Season 3, Episode 8: Luke Bader 34:07

1y ago34:07

34:07

It’s wonderful to have guests on my Back to Life Podcast and hear of their struggles and how they overcame and moved beyond them. Their stories inspire us all to be sure we’re focused on creating fulfillment and resilience in their lives. Today’s guest, our oldest son, Luke, does just this. As Pride Month comes to a close, you’ll hear Luke talk abo…

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Ellie and Sandy -- Zestful Travelers and Media Stars 34:33

1y ago34:33

34:33

Many of us love to travel or dream of traveling now that we have more time. But imagine going around the world in 80 days at 81 years old with your best friend? Dr. Sandy Hazelip and Ellie Hamby have become media stars, appearing in major news outlets around the world, as they’ve shared their adventures traveling to every continent. They planned th…

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Michela Di Carlo -- Irreverent, Stylish and Decidedly Anti-Ageist 35:34

1y ago35:34

35:34

Michela Di Carlo is an award winning lifestyle journalist and a late bloomers' advocate. Founder and chief editor of the popular digital illustrated magazine ‘CrunchyTales.com’, and dedicated to bright women over 40, she believes that playful women don't get old. When in Rome, she presents a live radio show called "The Beauty Of Ageing". Her motto?…

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Pinch Me! My Interview With Tennis Hall of Famer Gigi Fernandez 39:30

1y ago39:30

39:30

When I received Gigi's newsletter talking about turning 60, I jumped at the chance to invite her to be a guest on the Zestful Aging Podcast. In addition to being a tennis star, Gigi is the mother of teenage twins. She runs tennis camps for all types of people looking to improve their games. She also takes groups to major tournaments. We had a fun c…

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Back to Life Season 3, Episode 7: Chris Felton 45:49

1y ago45:49

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During this episode, Danny talks with Chris Felton, an Amazon bestselling author, 7-figure entrepreneur, and owner of a financial services firm which he started in 1999. Chris leads and trains 200 agents across the US as they have helped over 17,000 clients, and he's achieved Top 1% status in a company of 60,000+ agents. During their conversation, …

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