The Midlife Fulfilled podcast is for men and women over 40 who say NO to a midlife crisis because they thrive across... more
Have you ever heard of Human Design? In this takeaway episode, I explore key insights from my conversation with Vickie... more
Episode 176 features Vickie Dickson, a lifelong entrepreneur and certified holistic nutritionist who specializes in using human design as a... more
Welcome to this takeaway episode from my conversation with Clara Capano in episode 174. Clara, is a successful entrepreneur, author... more
Episode 174 features Clara Capano an internationally recognized speaker and author, to discuss her CLARATY Success Method. Clara shares her... more
In this takeaway episode, I am inspired by my conversation with Alan Misner on episode 172 about his journey from... more
On episode 172 Allan Misner and I delve into maintaining physical capability and independence as we age. We share Allan's... more
In this takeaway episode, I am inspired by my conversation with Danielle Devening-Limon on episode 170 .The three key discussion... more
This episode features Danielle Devening-Limon, an expert freelance creative professional, brand strategist, and front-end web developer. She discusses the impact... more
In this takeaway episode, I am inspired by my conversation with Phil Gerbyshak on episode 168 about his transition from... more
This week's guest is Phil Gerbyshak. We caught up on Phil's journey starting from his recent milestone of turning 50... more
In this takeaway episode, I am inspired by my conversation with Kimmy Seltzer on episode 166 about the inevitable process... more
This week's guest is Kimmy Seltzer. Kimmy is a confidence therapist, dating strategist, and image expert for men and women... more
In this takeaway episode, I am inspired by my conversation with Kristie Jones on episode 164. Kristie shares that her... more
Kristie Jones shares her BF to AF journey. She found career fulfillment in midlife by recognizing and harnessing her superpower. Three... more
In this takeaway episode, I discuss why I struggle with an attitude of gratitude for achieving fulfillment in midlife. This... more
Meet Shep Hyken. Shep has always been a positive person. He attributes his attitude of gratitude to his happiness and... more
In this takeaway episode of the Midlife Fulfilled podcast, I share my key takeaway from my conversation with James Early... more
Episode 160 features my conversation with James Early. We discussed his journey to finding his purpose as a Bible teacher... more
My latest takeaway episode features my conversation with Walter Paulsen in episode 158.Walter Paulsen is a seasoned executive with a... more
Walter Paulsen is a seasoned Vistage Chair in Silicon Valley, California. In this episode, he sheds light on the power... more
I'm excited to share the latest takeaway from the Midlife Fulfilled podcast in episode 157. In this episode, I dive... more
Denise Gabel is an international best-selling author, professional speaker, and mentor. Her book, "The Can Do Mindset," introduces the principle... more
In this takeaway episode, I discuss the takeaways from the previous episode with Ashley Patrick on episode 154. Here are... more
In episode 154 personal finance expert Ashley Patrick joins me to share her inspiring journey from being a detective to... more
In this takeaway episode, I discuss the takeaways from the previous episode with Carl Honoré on episode 152. The three... more
Carl Honoré is an award-winning writer, broadcaster, and TED speaker. He is the voice of the global Slow Movement. The... more
In this takeaway episode, I discuss the takeaways from the previous episode with Joe Hoye on episode 150. Here are... more
Joe Hoye is a 29-year-old man whose expertise is coaching midlife women to sustainable fitness and weight loss. Our key... more
In this takeaway episode, I discuss the takeaways from the previous episode with Tim Delaney on episode 148. Here are... more
In this BF to AF episode, Tim Delaney shares his journey of career fulfillment. From his early days as an... more
On this takeaway episode, I discuss the takeaways from the previous episode with Genefa Murphy, Ph.D., CMO of Udemy. I... more
Episode 146 features Genefa Murphy Ph.D. Genefa discusses her journey to becoming a chief marketing officer, a role she held... more
Episode 145 is part 2 of my 2-part series, where I cover the 5 Steps of the Midlife Career Reboot... more
Episode 144 is part 1 of a special 2-part series, where I cover the 5 Steps of the Midlife Career... more
Welcome to my takeaway from episode 142, my conversation with Mark Schaefer. Here is a recap of the three key... more
In episode 142 I'm joined by Mark Schaefer. Mark is a globally recognized author, speaker, futurist, business consultant, and faculty... more
Welcome to my takeaway from episode 140, my conversation with Jan Ditchfield. Here is a recap of the three key... more
On episode 140 I welcome Jan Ditchfield. Jan spent 20 years working in the nonprofit sector where she was responsible... more
Welcome to my takeaway from episode 138, my conversation with Jenn Herman. Here is a recap of the three key... more
On episode 138 I'm joined by Jenn Herman, a renowned Instagram consultant, speaker, author, and entrepreneur balancing a full-time job,... more
Welcome to my takeaway from episode 136, my conversation with Sheree Clark. Here is a recap of the three key... more
On episode 136 I'm joined by Sheree Clark, a Midlife Courage Coach who calls her practice Fork in the Road. ... more
Welcome to my takeaway from episode 134, my conversation with Maureen Wiley Clough.Happy Thanksgiving if you're seeing this on November... more
On episode 134 Maureen Wiley Clough joins me for an eye-opening conversation about the reality of age discrimination in the... more
This is my takeaway episode from my conversation with renowned Kenyan Pediatrician, Dr. Juliana Otieno on episode 132.Here are 3... more
On this episode, I had the privilege of interviewing retired pediatrician, Dr. Juliana Otieno in part 5 of 5 of... more
In this takeaway episode, I explain why my recent experience at the Inspire Leadership Initiative (ILI) annual speaker series event... more
On episode 130, I recap my recent experience where I had the incredible opportunity to attend the Inspire Leadership Initiative... more
In this takeaway episode, I discuss the power of using your God-given talents from my conversation with Tim Washer on... more
Episode 128 features Tim Washer. Tim's career includes roles at Cisco, IBM, and SNL. He studied improv comedy under Amy... more
Welcome to episode 127, a takeaway episode from my conversation with Dr. Richard Mitchell on episode 126 about the power... more
Dr. Richard Mitchell shares his story of burnout and how he overcame it to find purpose and fulfillment. Here are... more
Welcome to episode 125, a takeaway episode for my conversation with Heather Nawrocki on episode 124. Three key points we... more
This week I feature Heather Nawrocki, Vice President of Fun and Fulfillment at AARP on the importance of social connection... more
Welcome to episode 123, a takeaway episode sparked by my conversation with David Goad on episode 122. 🌟 Key Discussion... more
On episode 122 you'll meet David Goad in a BF to AF episode.David Goad, is a seasoned professional with a... more
Welcome to episode 121 a takeaway episode from my conversation with Eric Wiechart on episode 120. Eric and I had... more
Welcome to episode 120, an immersive storytelling episode about transitioning from business owner to leadership coach brought to you by... more
Welcome to my takeaway from my conversation with Chris Brogan on episode 118. Chris Brogan catapulted to internet fame around... more
On episode 118 Chris Brogan shares insights from his career journey. Chris enjoyed huge internet fame just a few short... more
Welcome to my takeaway from my conversation with Erika Heald on episode 116. We discussed these three key points:1️⃣ Define... more
On episode 116 I speak with Erika Heald a well-known content marketing strategist about the power of leveraging a content... more
Welcome to this takeaway from my conversation with Rob Connelly on episode 114. Rob introduced the "powerful pause," a mindset... more
On episode 114 I speak with Rob Connelly. Rob introduces us to a mindset tool he developed that he calls ... more
Welcome to my takeaway episode for my conversation with David Tank in Episode 112, which is the third immersive storytelling... more
Welcome to an immersive storytelling episode sponsored by the Inspired Leadership Initiative (ILI) at the University of Notre Dame.On this... more
Welcome to my takeaway episode for my conversation with Heike Yates in Episode 110.Listen to this episode for a challenge... more
On episode 110 you'll meet Heike Yates, a renowned Pilates, fitness, and nutrition expert, as well as a coach and... more
Welcome to my takeaway episode for my conversation with Michele Kellrooney in Episode 108, which is the second immersive storytelling... more
Welcome to an immersive storytelling episode sponsored by the Inspired Leadership Initiative (ILI) at the University of Notre Dame.On this... more
Welcome to my takeaway episode for episode 106 featuring Michelle B. Griffin. I want to land on one thing that... more
On episode 106 you'll meet Michelle B. Griffin, The Brand Therapist℠. She is an expert brand therapist who helps individuals... more
Welcome to episode 105, a takeaway from my conversation with Wendy Valentine on episode 104. The theme of Wendy's main message... more
On episode 104 you'll meet Wendy Valentine, a coach, speaker, author, and host of the Midlife Makeover Show, currently the... more
In this takeaway episode, I summarize the key insights I enjoyed when discussing career and life transformation with Bill Schenher, ... more
This is an immersive storytelling episode brought to you by the Inspired Leadership Initiative at the University of Notre Dame.... more
On this takeaway episode, I summarize my methodology in the free Midlife Career Reboot Workbook which I announced on episode... more
Welcome to episode 100! This episode is a hybrid BF to AF / Maximum episode. On this centennial episode, I solo... more
This is a takeaway episode from my conversation with Chuck Palm on episode 98 where we discussed:Embracing Change: Out of... more
Episode 98 features the transformative journey of Chuck Palm, who found midlife fulfillment in art, fitness, technology, and "blue suede... more
Welcome to this week's takeaway episode where I reflect on my conversation with Jessica Majeski on episode 96. Jessica is... more
On this Maximum episode, Jessica Majeski, a wealth management advisor at Northwestern Mutual, shares her expertise to discuss important legacy... more
Episode 95 is a takeaway episode from my conversation with Ray Rodriguez in episode 94. Ray's childhood aspiration was to... more
On episode 94 you'll meet my lifelong friend Ray Rodriguez. In the introduction, I share the backstory of my relationship... more
This is my takeaway episode pertaining to episode 92 with Jay Croft. Here are three key takeaways that really resonated... more
On episode 92, you'll meet Jay Croft, a journalist by trade. Jay shares his personal journey to discovering how to... more
In this takeaway episode, I reflect on my conversation with aging and caregiving expert Amy Goyer, from episode 90.My takeaway... more
On this episode of the Midlife Fulfilled Podcast, you'll meet Care Giving Expert Amy Goyer. Amy shares her personal story... more
In this takeaway episode, I reflect on my conversation with Paul Roetzer, founder and CEO of the Marketing Artificial Intelligence... more
In this episode, you'll meet Paul Roetzer, founder of the Marketing Artificial Intelligence Institute (MAII). Paul shares his journey from... more
Welcome to episode 87, a takeaway from my conversation with Alexa Bradley Hulsey on episode 86, where we delved into... more
On episode 86 we delve into the fascinating world of acupuncture with Alexa Bradley Hulsey. Alexa found her calling when... more
Welcome to Episode 85, a takeaway episode from my conversation with renowned ageism activist, Ashton Applewhite and author of the... more
Welcome to episode 84 a Midlife Maximum episode, featuring Ashton Applewhite, a renowned ageism activist and author of the book... more
On episode 83, I share my takeaway from my conversation with Diane Gilman on episode 82. Diane Gilman is a fashion... more
On episode 82 you'll meet Diane Gilman, the charismatic, pearl-haired “Queen of Jeans.” At 77 years young, Diane is an... more
Welcome to episode 81 my takeaway episode from my conversation with Dr. Michelle Robin on ep 80. Dr. Michelle Robin... more
On episode 80 you'll meet Dr. Michelle Robin, a wellness expert and author of The E Factor: Engage, Energize, Enrich. ... more
Welcome to my takeaway episode from my conversation with Ines O'Donovan Ph.D. on episode 78 about how technology will affect... more
On episode 78 you'll meet futurist Ines O'Donavan, Ph.D., who takes us on a journey into a typical day in... more
Welcome to my takeaway episode from my conversation with Jamie Turner on episode 76 about leadership effectiveness.Jamie is a leadership... more
In episode 76, you'll meet leadership development expert, Jamie Turner. Jamie provides valuable insights on how to become an effective... more
Welcome to my takeaway episode from my conversation with Dr. Carol Parker Walsh on episode 74 about finding fulfillment in... more
On episode 74 you'll meet Dr. Carol Parker Walsh, an award-winning master-certified executive coach, personal brand strategist, and 3x Amazon... more
Welcome to my takeaway episode from my conversation with Anne Witherspoon on episode 72 about her three BF to AF... more
Episode 72 features Anne Witherspoon in a BF (before fulfillment) to AF (after fulfillment) episode.Anne shares three BF to AF... more
Welcome to my takeaway episode from my conversation with Brandon Rodriguez on episode 70 about overcoming inauthenticity to find fulfillment. ... more
Episode 70 features Brandon Rodriguez in a BF (before fulfillment) to AF (after fulfillment) episode. Brandon moved to Hollywood (CA)... more
In this Takeaway episode, I discuss the findings of the AARP report titled "The Value of Experience: An Examination of... more
Welcome to this Midlife Fulfilled Maximum episode featuring Carly Roszkowski, Vice President of Financial Resilience at AARP. Carly and I... more
Welcome to my takeaway episode from my conversation with Agi Keramidas.Agi Keramidas is a dentist turned personal development coach and... more
Episode 66 features Agi Keramidas, the host of the Personal Development Mastery podcast. Agi's BF (before fulfillment) to AF (after... more
Welcome to my takeaway episode for my conversation with Tom Schreier on episode 64.Tom Schreier is the Founding Director of... more
Episode 64 features Tom Schreier, founding director of the Inspired Leadership Initiative (ILI) at the University of Notre Dame.ILI is... more
On this solo midweek episode, I share my takeaway from my conversation with Elizabeth Ledoux on episode 62. In my conversation... more
In a Midlife Maximum episode, Elizabeth Ledoux joins us to talk about her mission to help successful people transition from... more
On this midweek solo episode, I share with you my main takeaway from my conversation with Mike McKeown on episode... more
In this BF (before fulfillment) to AF (after fulfillment) episode, Mike McKeown shares his transition from a focus on traditional... more
On this solo takeaway episode, you'll hear my thoughts and suggestion for you to consider from my conversation with Marcia... more
In this episode, you’ll meet Marcia Donziger in a BF (before fulfillment) to AF (after fulfillment) episode. Marcia was diagnosed with... more
Welcome to another Bernie’s takeaway episode. Listen to episode 56 featuring Karen Mangia before you listen to this takeaway recap. Your... more
In this episode, you’ll meet Karen Mangia in a Midlife Maximum episode. Karen is an internationally-recognized thought leader. Her TEDx appearance,... more
Have You Ever Had the Realization That You're Not Pursuing Your Passion?In this 8-minute episode, I share my takeaway from... more
In this episode, you’ll meet Laura Putnam in a hybrid BF (before fulfillment) to AF (after fulfillment) and Midlife Maximum... more
This week's guest is Miri Rodriguez and this is a BF (before fulfillment) to AF (after fulfillment) episode.Miri is a... more
Andy Paul is an accomplished author, speaker, blogger, and podcaster. His current career took off after he remarried. In this... more
On this Midlife Maximum episode, you'll meet Benjamin Surmi. Midlife Maximum episodes are informational, and educational in nature. Benjamin Surmi... more
Dennis Wakabayashi owns and operates a business model that prioritizes culture and fulfillment. Dennis is one of the leading voices around... more
Andrea Vahl's midlife journey was transformed when she began performing stand-up comedy. Andrea is a Social Media Consultant and Speaker.... more
On this episode, I fly solo to share my thoughts, feelings, plans, and aspirations for the Midlife Fulfilled podcast in... more
Lorraine is a top-rated virtual speaker and leader with 300,000+ followers.On this episode, Lorraine shares in her BF (before fulfillment)... more
Andrew Davis is a best-selling author and keynote speaker.On this episode, Andrew (Drew) shares how he finds fulfillment and joy... more
This episode is sponsored by InsideTracker.Matt Gilhooly is a creator - podcaster, communicator, and educator. He is the creator, producer,... more
This episode is sponsored by InsideTracker.On this episode, Tamara Schenk shares her BF (before fulfillment) to AF (after fulfillment) story.... more
This episode is sponsored by InsideTracker.This week’s guest is Lou Blaser. On this episode, Lou shares her BF (before fulfillment) to... more
This episode is sponsored by InsideTracker.This week’s guest is Camille Burns. Camille is the CEO of Women Presidents Organization. On... more
This episode is sponsored by InsideTracker. This week’s guest is Nausheen Saumtally. Nausheen is the youngest guest (so far) to... more
This week’s guest is Deborah Albers. Deb's BF (before fulfillment) to AF (after fulfillment) is a story that you're going... more
This week’s guest is A. Lee Judge. Lee's BF (before fulfillment) to AF (after fulfillment) is the story of his... more
This week’s guest is Bernadette McClelland. Bernadette's BF (before fulfillment) to AF (after fulfillment) revolves around a long journey she... more
This episode is sponsored by InsideTracker.This week’s guest is Lou Blaser. On this episode, Lou shares her BF (before fulfillment) to AF (after... more