Best Alex Culley Podcasts (2024)

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21. Markus Kaulius on the Myth of Solo Success 1:00:46

30d ago1:00:46

1:00:46

Do you ever feel like you have to do it all on your own? Entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist Markus Kaulius joins Alex in an inspiring discussion to shatter the myth of solo success and share how he learned to lean on others in this episode of Learning the Hard Way the Easy Way. Even if we know the 'lone wolf' mentality doesn't work, we don't …

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20. James Kaikis on Letting Go of Control 58:00

1M ago58:00

58:00

When the reins of control slip from our grasp, it's a startling revelation that can make or break a leader. James Kaikis, a tech entrepreneur, founder, and Chief Solutions Officer sits down with Alex to share his personal evolution from a micromanager to an empowering leader in the latest episode of Learning the Hard Way the Easy Way. James opens u…

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19. Dr. David Schreiner on the Power of Gratitude in Leadership 59:33

2M ago59:33

59:33

Join Alex Culley in an impactful episode of "Learning the Hard Way the Easy Way," as he sits down with Dr. David L. Schreiner, President and CEO of Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital in Dixon, Illinois, and author of the bestselling book, “Be the Best Part of their Day – Supercharged Communication with Values-Driven Leadership.” Dr. Schreiner shares a …

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18. Dr. Ellen Leggett on Not Letting Fear Interfere with Growth. 1:00:07

4M ago1:00:07

1:00:07

In this episode of "Learning the Hard Way the Easy Way," host Alex engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Ellen Leggett, an applied psychologist and pioneering trial consultant with over 35 years of experience in the field. Dr. Leggett shares a profound lesson she learned the hard way: not allowing fear to hinder personal and professional gr…

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17. Jim Kouzes on Storytelling and Teachable Moments 1:04:49

4M ago1:04:49

1:04:49

Join host Alex in an enlightening conversation with Jim Kouzes, a world-renowned author, decorated educator, and influential thought leader in the field of leadership. With a career spanning over 50 years, Jim has amassed a wealth of knowledge and experience, which he shares in this episode of "Learning the Hard Way the Easy Way." Jim shares two ke…

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16. Dan Braker on the Power of Team and Culture When Building a Business 56:47

4M ago56:47

56:47

During this episode of "Learning the Hard Way the Easy Way," host Alex sits down with the dynamic Dan Braker, President and Founder of Breakthrough Research, a Los Angeles-based market research firm. Dan brings over 25 years of experience in market research and consumer insights to the conversation, sharing his invaluable take on the indispensable …

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15. Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley on Responding to Feedback 51:50

5M ago51:50

51:50

Welcome to another insightful episode of "Learning the Hard Way the Easy Way"! Join your host Alex Culley in a thought-provoking conversation with two exceptional guests—internationally acclaimed author and leadership pioneer, Ken Blanchard, and trust expert Randy Conley, who share insights from their lives and their new co-authored book, "Simple T…

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14. Dr. Jamie Pennebaker on Getting in Over Your Head 1:00:55

5M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

Join Alex in a compelling conversation with Dr. Jamie Pennebaker, an internationally acclaimed social psychologist and esteemed Professor Emeritus of Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. Dr. Pennebaker is a pioneering figure in education and behavioral psychology who is renowned for his extensive work on the intricate relationship betwe…

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13. Marshall Goldsmith on Projecting Our Problems Onto Others 1:08:52

6M ago1:08:52

1:08:52

Dr. Marshall Goldsmith is among the world’s foremost experts on leadership, a renowned executive coach, thought leader, and New York Times bestselling author. Marshall has been rated the world’s #1 executive coach many times over, with his clients including over 200 of the world’s most highly regarded CEOs. He is a member of the Thinkers50 Hall of …

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12. Alex Velto on the Power of No 1:01:14

7M ago1:01:14

1:01:14

Alex Velto is an attorney at Reno, NV-based law firm Hutchison & Steffen Attorneys where he represents unions in collective bargaining, businesses in litigation matters, and individuals in pro bono civil rights cases. He was appointed by the Mayor of Reno, NV as a Planning Commissioner for the city and serves as a Governor on the Nevada Bar Board, …

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11. Tianna Winters on Knowing Your Worth 57:16

7M ago57:16

57:16

Tianna Winters is the Founder of TW Media, a full-service consulting firm specializing in brand strategy, social media management, content creation, and email marketing with clients across the country that include politicians, restaurants, and manufacturers. She brings over a decade of experience as a social media expert, marketing guru, and writer…

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10. Calvin Ng on Letting Go of Emotional Baggage 1:02:47

8M ago1:02:47

1:02:47

Calvin Ng is a Senior Director for Talent and Organizational Development with Farmer Brothers Company. He has spent over 20 years as a Talent, Learning, and Organizational Development professional at public and private organizations across the country like Mars Inc., Pernod Ricard North America, King’s Hawaiian, and USC Auxiliary Services. Calvin s…

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9. Steve Bernard on Embracing Change 57:58

9M ago57:58

57:58

Steve Bernard is the founder and Chief Executive of Bernard Global consulting firm. Previously he worked as the Executive Vice President for Global Protection Services at Sony Pictures Entertainment, where he oversaw staff in 150-offices across 50-countries around the globe. Steve is a highly sought after speaker, advisor, and confidant in the area…

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8. David Stillman on Overcoming Analysis Paralysis 1:07:19

10M ago1:07:19

1:07:19

David Stillman is a globally admired generational expert, strategist, author, and entrepreneur. His groundbreaking research brings a wealth of insights about the challenges and opportunities of a multi-generational workplace and marketplace. David is the author of three best-selling books, “When Generations Collide”, “The M Factor: How the Millenni…

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7. Frank Wagner on Being True to Yourself 1:08:37

10M ago1:08:37

1:08:37

Frank Wagner is an executive coach, leadership expert, and successful author. After starting his consulting career at the Center for Leadership Studies with the great Paul Hersey, he went on to found Stakeholder Centered Coaching Ltd., which has trained thousands of successful coaches around the globe over it's 40-year history. Frank is recognized …

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6. Carolina Aurora Márquez on Being Patient with the Process 1:05:01

11M ago1:05:01

1:05:01

Carolina Aurora Márquez is a wellness and body positivity influencer, founder of the Caring Accountability and Mentoring (CAR) Women’s Group, motivational speaker, and truly inspirational person. Carolina starred in E! Revenge Body with Khloe Kardashian season 3 where she went through a transformative experience, becoming healthier in mind, body, a…

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5. Erik Antons on the Gifts and Traps of Instinct and Intuition 1:00:23

12M ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Erik Antons is Chief Security Officer of Whirlpool Corporation, where he leads the physical security risk and crisis management programs for the $22.3 billion dollar enterprise of nearly 70,000 employees across more than 170 countries. Previously, he was the Vice President and Chief Security Officer of Hyatt Hotels, Manager of International Securit…

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4. Martin Figueroa on Motivating People Who Don’t Want to be Motivated 1:08:27

1y ago1:08:27

1:08:27

Martin Figueroa , or "Fig", is the host of The Hyperguy Motivational Podcast and a senior level leader at a large government organization. In addition to 20-years of experience in law enforcement, he holds a BA from Berkeley, Masters in Counseling Psychology, an Executive Masters in Leadership, and is currently getting his doctorate in Organization…

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3. Sally Helgesen on Learning to Take Opportunities While They Are There 50:02

1y ago50:02

50:02

Sally Helgesen is cited in Forbes as the world’s premier expert on women’s leadership. She is an internationally best-selling author, speaker and leadership coach, who has been inducted into the Thinkers 50 Hall of Fame and is ranked number 3 among the world’s thought leaders by Global Gurus. Sally joins Alex to discuss “learning the hard way” how …

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2. Dr. Michael Atwood Mason on the Importance of Listening Your Discomfort 28:19

1y ago28:19

28:19

Dr. Michael Atwood Mason is the CEO and Executive Director of President Lincoln’s Cottage, a historic site and museum located in Washington D.C. He is also the former Director of the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage. Michael has spent the last 30 years working as a museum professional and public folklorist identifying, document…

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1. Chris Cappy on the Consequences of Picking Bad Role Models 46:27

1+ y ago46:27

46:27

Chris Cappy has over thirty years of consulting, teaching, coaching, and speaking to leaders about change management, strategy execution, and cultural change in organizations. His firm, Pilot Consulting, which he founded in 1994, specializes in leadership development, action learning, executive coaching, and organizational strategy. Additionally, C…

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Why Cape Town stole our hearts (Part 1): Friendships for a lifetime (E53) 38:56

2+ y ago38:56

38:56

Episode 53 of From Sumplace New is an homage to the friendships we made during our time in Cape Town, South Africa. While some might say eight months is a long time, we left feeling like it wasn't enough. We also left with a heavy heart and shed a few tears because we made great friends -- friends for life, and friends we can't wait to see again. A…

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Barber Alex Culley cuts to the chase: Don't wait to live a life you'll love (E52) 56:04

3y ago56:04

56:04

"I'd rather be at the bottom of a ladder I want to climb, than half way up one I don't" says the Barber of Carlisle (aka Alex Culley), who drops some sage wisdom in Episode 52 of From Sumplace New about not just chasing dreams, but realizing them. After choosing an engineering program at a hometown factory, Alex realized he was on a path that didn'…

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Monitoring mental health while traveling makes the journey more enjoyable (E51) 21:58

3y ago21:58

21:58

Episode 51 of From Sumplace New may be the most important episode yet because it focuses on mental health, understanding needs, navigating obstacles and creating solutions while living a travel lifestyle. Jon shares the story behind Karen's decision to step back from the podcast and why he felt it was in the best interest for everyone involved -- e…

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Language learning tips from traveling hyperpolyglot Sarah Tarvin (E50) 55:54

3y ago55:54

55:54

Hola! And welcome to episode cincuenta of From Sumplace New! For this milestone 50th episode, Sarah Tarvin, a hyperpolyglot, joins us to discuss the importance of learning a language while traveling, and the language acquisition process — which will help you learn in a way that's most efficient and productive for you. Sarah currently speaks eight l…

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Leave your job for a travel lifestyle? Jenn Jennings shows us how (E49) 45:20

3y ago45:20

45:20

Jennifer Jennings (aka Jenn) and husband Kendall are living proof that you can build your ideal life by following your dreams and goals. In two short years, they went from living in Alberta, Canada, and working in the oil and gas industry to living in an RV in Baja Mexico and making a living doing what they enjoy. Jenn shares how much "The 4-Hour W…

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Erin Thomas shares the secret to being a 'professional leaper' (E48) 54:19

3y ago54:19

54:19

Erin Thomas is a professional leaper. Period. Envious of her husband's travel for work, she hit a wall after an a-ha moment encouraged her to return to the office from lunch and resign on the spot. What transpired was a series of intentional planifesting for a life of travel, which also lead to an unexpected business for people who want to travel, …

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Florian Hornig left a successful career for a life of simplicity and travel (E47) 57:12

3y ago57:12

57:12

To the point: Florian Hornig blew up his life and is happier for it – and that's not an understatement. Florian guides listeners on his journey from doing what was expected ... to trying and failing ... to climbing the ladder of success ... only to discover he was unfulfilled. While sitting at a cafe in 2012, Floh had his a-ha moment when he realiz…

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Purpose-driven, impact-maker Bob DePasquale pursues a life of travel (E46) 1:04:51

3y ago1:04:51

1:04:51

Bob DePasquale is on a mission to spread the message of positivity to a billion people -- yes, a billion! You can add two more to his list of positively inspired people: Jon and Karen! After this episode, we were truly inspired by Bob overcoming his personal struggles, his journey forward after having his sports career derailed, serendipitously fin…

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Essentials of mindful & meaningful travel with Erica Boucher (E45) 54:57

3y ago54:57

54:57

Erica Boucher is an author, counselor, yoga instructor, retreat leader and world traveler, and we're happy to call her a friend of the show! Episode 45 is chock full of travel wisdom, common sense, ah-ha insights and guiding mantras. We delve into: the explorer/traveler vs. the vacationer mindset what it means to be in the moment when traveling ado…

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Will & Jess Sueiro share their long journey from suburban living to WorldTowning (E44) 1:08:22

3y ago1:08:22

1:08:22

Anybody else in disbelief that it’s already April? 2020 was a year that felt like a decade and, now, 2021 is just flying by. But it's all good because we’ve dusted off our podcast gear and are excited to share a very special conversation with two amazing work-from-anywhere travelers. We stumbled upon Will and Jess Sueiro while researching info on t…

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Kirsten McCormick is 'Cheerfully Imperfect' about family travel (E43) 47:38

3+ y ago47:38

47:38

We're back! It's our first episode of 2021, and it's the first episode of our new and improved format where we interview a guest. This week, we spend time with Kirsten McCormick who shares why and how she and husband Justin manage a full-time travel lifestyle with their five children. After spending a year and a half traveling the US in a converted…

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The Bonus Episode: Erica Boucher interviews Karen and Jon (E42) 47:31

3+ y ago47:31

47:31

We're transitioning! No more podcast episodes with just Jon and Karen droning on and on. Moving forward, episodes of From Sumplace New will feature guest interviews. To help prepare you for this new format, we're sharing an interview we did with podcast host Erica Boucher for her All Ways Evolving podcast last October. Erica, too, wants to move int…

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Last episode of the year & big announcement for FSN! (E41) 12:09

3+ y ago12:09

12:09

It's hard to believe we started this podcast just weeks before the pandemic struck, and here we are 41 episodes later and we're still in pandemic-ville. *sigh* We're going to take a break from podcasting for the rest of 2020 so we can come back refreshed for 2021 with a new vision for the podcast! Listen in to learn more. We're excited about what's…

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Pros and cons of travel during COVID-19 (E40) 42:49

3+ y ago42:49

42:49

Episode 40! Where has the time gone? Seems like the pandemic started just yesterday, no? Speaking of the pandemic, it has wreaked havoc on travel plans around the world. Trips have been cancelled, travel influencers have been grounded, and everyone is yearning for a time when travel restrictions are no more. Despite the frustrations resulting from …

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How to maintain a minimalist and stylish capsule wardrobe for full-time travel (E39) 45:55

3+ y ago45:55

45:55

Trying to be stylish while living out of a suitcase 365/24/7 is challenging. If you're considering a work-from-anywhere, open-ended, long-term travel lifestyle, you need to determine your fashionista quotient — practical (like Jon) or stylish (like Karen). While preparing for our journey, Jon focused on packing lightweight, performance-based clothi…

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Benefits of a travel mindset vs. vacation mindset (E38) 41:19

3+ y ago41:19

41:19

Despite the pandemic limiting our full-speed ahead travel mindset, we're grateful we can move around (a little) and experience new things. One thing we've learned over the past two-plus years is how rewarding long-term travel is. In so many ways. We discuss a few of these in E38 of From Sumplace New: No end date or feeling of finality. No pressure …

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Travel Stories: Surviving (barely) a violent hail storm hiking to Peru's Waqrapukara (E37) 29:53

3+ y ago29:53

29:53

This is the story of how Karen and Jon turned a 4-5 hour hike into an 8-hour ordeal in a violent hail, lightning and thunder storm while hiking back from the Inca ruins of Waqrapukara near Cusco, Peru. Besides the storm, why did it take so long? Short answer: It's all Jon's fault for wanting to take hundreds of photos and chatting with the guide. R…

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How to choose the ideal work from anywhere location (E36) 38:27

3+ y ago38:27

38:27

We're big believers that there has never been a better time than right now to begin planning a work from anywhere lifestyle. And even if you don't think the time is right for you, where would you go if you could? Just going through the exercise will help you better understand what your options could be. Armed with that information, you may realize …

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Work from anywhere Q&A: Jon answers Karen's secret questions (E35) 45:34

3+ y ago45:34

45:34

Jon offers some insightful answers to Karen's questions about travel and our work from anywhere lifestyle. But first, the best thing that happened to Jon last week: freezer boots! The covid clampdown is coming to Scotland, but first, Karen wants answers from Jon to these questions: What was your first international trip? Highlights? When did you re…

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Digital nomad visas: Six countries currently offering one-year programs (E34) 31:17

3+ y ago31:17

31:17

Six countries officially offer visa programs directly targeting digital nomads, and two more have programs in the works. Check back in a few months, and there likely will be more countries added to the list. Why? In an effort to boost local economies — especially on the heels of the Covid pandemic — countries are looking to lure workers who have th…

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Top 5 advantages of a work-from-anywhere travel lifestyle (E33) 32:36

3+ y ago32:36

32:36

There are dozens of advantages, but we're sharing five that really speak to us and will, hopefully, encourage others to see the benefits of working while traveling abroad. Our podcastation this week is in our new Edinburgh apartment situated on the Royal Mile (Canongate, for those familiar with Old Town Edinburgh). Our pandemic update is a step in …

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How to cultivate an explorer mindset—whether you're traveling or not (E32) 41:42

3+ y ago41:42

41:42

The longer we travel, the more we're inspired to keep traveling. Jon asks Karen a surprise question: What would it take to stop you from traveling? Her answer spurs a conversation around the explorer mindset, and that cultivating one encourages a desire for more exploration. Just like the first sentence above says. Travel begets travel. Exploring b…

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Top 5 excuses for not pursuing a work from anywhere lifestyle (E31) 50:15

3+ y ago50:15

50:15

Self-limiting language leads to self-limiting behavior. As long as you're saying things that support why you can't or shouldn't be doing something, the easier it is to not do it. Episode 31 features the top five excuses we hear from people who say they'd love to be living a work from anywhere lifestyle, but can't: Kids Job doesn’t allow for it Too …

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Scotland driving experience: Easy, challenging or frightening? (E30) 45:20

4y ago45:20

45:20

Our first time driving in the UK! Was it a white-knuckler? Or super easy, barely an inconvenience? Jon shares his biggest challenges driving from the passenger seat (in the US) and on the left side of the road, and it has nothing to do with actual driving! We rented a car and took a spontaneous trip north with the intention of spending the night, u…

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Scottish words, phrases and slang that make us smile (E29) 31:40

4y ago31:40

31:40

After six weeks in Edinburgh, yet only four outside of our apartment due to quarantine upon arrival, we've spent weekends exploring, dining and shopping, which means we're frequently hearing the English language with a Scottish flair, and we love it. This week we share some words and pronunciations we have grown to love (and now say) as well as a f…

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Planifestation: Time waits for no one, plan your journey NOW! (E28) 35:12

4y ago35:12

35:12

Whether your journey to "someplace new" is in your hometown or on the other side of the world, don't wait for the perfect time to go for it. There's never been a better time to start something new than right now. When talking about our onward travel journey so far, the one thing we realized was how quickly the past two years have flown by. And it's…

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Listener Q&A, covid restrictions that make sense & shopping habits (E27) 40:13

4y ago40:13

40:13

What started as a short Q&A session, wound up including an update on covid restrictions that make sense and work brilliantly in Edinburgh, a follow up on last week's episode with Alex's response and appreciation, and Karen's Edinburgh shopping binge and renewed love affair with Amazon (after a two-year break). The big three questions we've been ask…

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Live the life you want: The four "-tions" to get you there (E26) 37:55

4y ago37:55

37:55

Want to travel long-term like we do? Before you say "Sure, but I can't ..." you need to listen to this episode — especially to hear Alex's story. Alex is a barber at Edinburgh's Rag and Bone who cut Jon's hair last week, and he shared how he changed his life following a moment of inspiration about what he didn't want to do. His story resonated so m…

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Scotland First Impressions: Edinburgh, You Had Us at Hello (E25) 41:46

4y ago41:46

41:46

After months of lockdowns and quarantines (March 20-August 6), we finally had a chance to get out and explore again, and boy did we! Saturday and Sunday were jammed packed, as we walked over 40,000 steps exploring Edinburgh. Needless to say, we weren't disappointed. So, for episode 25 of From Sumplace New, we want to share our initial impressions f…

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