Are you still operating in survival mode? Do you feel like you’re constantly reacting instead of creating? This episode is your invitation to shift from chaos to clarity.

In this powerful conversation, bestselling author and biotech executive-turned-entrepreneur Diana Morales shares how she went from growing up in political upheaval and moving countries as a teenager to becoming a high-performing executive, mother of three, and now the founder of her own consulting firm.

But her real breakthrough didn’t come from climbing the corporate ladder, it came when she finally stopped running and chose to rise above the noise.

This is more than a story of resilience. It’s a roadmap for anyone who feels stuck in a life that doesn’t feel like theirs. If you’re craving more purpose, more peace, and a powerful personal reset, this episode is the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

The Real Meaning of “Rising Above the Noise:" How Diana defines the internal and external “noise” that keeps us stuck and how to silence it so your true self can lead the way.

A Global Story of Resilience: From surviving an earthquake in Albania to culture shock in Montana, hear how Diana’s immigrant journey shaped her strength and leadership mindset.

What Survival Mode Really Looks Like: Diana opens up about the high-functioning hustle that looked successful on the outside but kept her disconnected inside and how she finally broke that cycle.

The Power of Self-Love and Stillness: Why taking a gap year wasn’t lazy, it was radical and how space, intention, and mindfulness helped her reconnect with her purpose.

Daily Practices to Reclaim Your Power: The non-negotiable routines Diana uses to set her mindset, care for her body, and stay present for her family while building her brand.

Redefining Leadership and Success: Why true leadership starts with self-awareness and how Diana built teams who followed her not because of her title, but because of how she showed up.

Signs It’s Time for You to Make a Change: From toxic workplaces to stagnant social circles, Diana explains how to know when you’ve outgrown your environment and what to do next.

What happens when a woman who delivers babies for a living is unable to have one herself? That’s the premise of Nina Winther’s debut novel Should It Be This Hard?, and it’s rooted in her own deeply personal experience with infertility. In this raw and emotionally honest episode, Nina opens up for the first time in a public way, revealing the very real shame, guilt, and isolation that comes with struggling to conceive.

But this episode is not just about infertility. It’s about hidden pain, private battles, and the universal human need to express what we can’t say out loud. Whether or not you’ve faced infertility, this conversation will hit home if you’ve ever hidden a part of yourself, felt broken for not meeting society’s expectations, or wrestled with emotions you didn’t know how to share.

Through fiction, Nina created a powerful outlet for her grief—and a lifeline for others. This is a beautiful conversation about healing, hope, and the stories we’re finally ready to tell.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

How to Tell a Personal Story Without Telling Your Story: Nina shares how she used fiction to process the pain of infertility while protecting her privacy and why this can be a powerful tool for others navigating sensitive topics.

The Shame of Not Fulfilling Expectations: Why infertility can feel like a personal failure, and how cultural expectations make it even harder for women to open up.

Creating a Character to Heal Yourself: Nina explains why her protagonist, a successful OBGYN facing infertility, became the perfect “mirror” for her own struggles, and how she designed the character to be the version of herself she wishes she could be.

Why We All Need an Outlet: From journaling to private stories tucked away on your hard drive, Nina describes how writing helped her find peace and offers suggestions for anyone dealing with emotional burdens.

You Are Not Alone: Nina’s mission is clear: to remind women (and anyone struggling in silence) that they are not alone. She offers suggestions for finding safe places to speak up, connect, and heal, even if your voice shakes.

Hope Through Humor and Honesty: Discover how her novel strikes the delicate balance between tough emotional truth and uplifting storytelling, because not everything has to be dark to be real.

Shopping and getting dressed shouldn’t be stressful, yet so many of us waste time, money, and mental energy wondering what to wear and where to find it. Enter Caroline Lakshmanan, founder and CEO of Cloud Closet, a new social shopping platform that’s turning your closet into a smart, personalized, and collaborative style hub.

In this refreshingly honest conversation, Caroline reveals how Cloud Closet blends AI, your actual wardrobe, and real input from friends to help you look your best, without the guesswork. If you’ve ever stood in a store (or your bedroom) feeling stuck about an outfit, this episode will change how you think about fashion, shopping, and self-expression.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

How Cloud Closet Works: Why it’s more than just another digital wardrobe app and how it combines AI with authentic social input.

The Problem with Shopping Alone: Caroline’s take on why the traditional in-store experience leaves us wanting more and how she’s bridging that gap.

Innovation and Creativity in Fashion Tech: How Caroline’s background fuels her mission to make personal style more accessible and fun.

The Realities of Female Entrepreneurship: Candid lessons from building a fashion tech company as a woman founder in a male-dominated funding landscape.

Why It’s the Perfect Time to Build Your Big Idea: Caroline’s advice for anyone holding back on launching their vision, no matter their resources.

Memorable Quotes

“Fashion is the simplest creative act we all do, so why not make it smarter and social?” — Caroline Lakshmanan

“If you feel it deep in your gut, you owe it to yourself to build it. Now is the time.” — Caroline Lakshmanan

“You don’t have to trust the store clerk. With Cloud Closet, your best friends are in your pocket helping you choose what works.” — Caroline Lakshmanan

This episode is a rare, no-holds-barred deep dive into one of life’s most confusing questions: What do women truly want? Join Josh Cary and sex and intimacy coach Amber Kelly for an honest exploration of what makes relationships thrive, what intimacy really means, and how men can step into authentic connection without losing themselves in the process.

Amber’s work helps men navigate the messy, beautiful terrain of intimacy, shadow work, and the divine masculine. Whether you’re in a long-term relationship, newly dating, or curious about becoming a better partner, this conversation is your invitation to understand the complexities of desire and emotional safety, straight from someone who works with men every day to unlock their most powerful, connected selves.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

What Women Want, Really

Forget the conflicting advice. Amber breaks down what women desire most in a partner and how men can hold space for the full expression of the feminine.

How to Play Without Performing

Why typical “dating games” backfire and how genuine playfulness deepens attraction and trust.

The Real Meaning of Intimacy

Amber’s take on how true intimacy starts with radical self-awareness and why most intimacy issues trace back to how you relate to yourself first.

Healing the Heart of Man

How men can safely reopen their hearts after past hurt and why your willingness to do so changes everything in love and life.

Shadow Work Unpacked

What shadow work really is, how it unblocks hidden parts of your desire, and why facing your inner darkness can unleash unexpected freedom and erotic potential.

Spiritual Masculinity and the Divine Dance

How embracing your own divinity transforms your relationship with women and why the spiritual piece is non-negotiable for lasting intimacy.

Who Amber Works With and How

A behind-the-scenes look at Amber’s powerful three-day immersions and how they catalyze massive pivots for men ready to own their lives and relationships.

Memorable Quotes

“One of the greatest gifts a woman can have is to be encouraged to bloom in all of her expression while knowing she’s anchored by a grounded, curious man.” – Amber Kelly

“If you win at the dating game but lose your authenticity, you lose everything.” – Amber Kelly

“Intimacy begins when you see every part of yourself, light and shadow, and hold it lightly.” – Amber Kelly

What does it take to launch a divine symbol into deep space? In this truly one-of-a-kind conversation, space industry insider and entrepreneur Justin Park reveals his ambitious and deeply personal mission: to place a permanent cross on the moon by 2029. However, this isn’t science fiction; it’s a real, strategic initiative that blends faith, space policy, entrepreneurship, and the power of storytelling to capture global attention.

Justin’s journey began with a dream, and not just a metaphorical one. His late mother appeared to him as an angel, igniting a purpose that now drives every decision he makes. Backed by a space career that includes stints at NASA and the International Space University, Justin is no amateur dreamer. His Cross on the Moon Coalition is a bold, technically sound, spiritually driven campaign that challenges what we think is possible in both faith and science.

Whether you're religious or not, this conversation pushes you to consider the bigger picture of why we’re here and how human legacy and culture will extend beyond Earth.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

A Dream That Sparked a Movement – How a visitation from Justin’s late mother led to a mission to land a Christian cross on the lunar surface and what it’s taught him about faith, purpose, and life after loss.

Space Policy Meets Spirituality – Why the Outer Space Treaty, launch regulations, and deep space communications are critical to this mission, and how Justin is navigating the bureaucratic and technical hurdles.

Feasibility and Funding – What it will cost to land a 10-foot cross on the moon, how Justin plans to raise $40–50 million, and why he believes the number is a “rounding error” in the grand scheme of visionary philanthropy.

The Vision Behind the Cross – How Justin sees the moon landing as a cultural and spiritual milestone, and why he believes God should be leading humanity’s expansion into space.

Handling Criticism and Cultural Tension – The honest feedback he’s received from both the faith-based and scientific communities, and how he reframes skepticism into productive dialogue.

Entrepreneurship in Service of Faith – How Justin’s background in startups, blockchain, and space education led to the creation of “intergalactic” apps and how this mission is the ultimate entrepreneurial act of purpose.

A Global Moment in the Making – How the moon landing will be live-streamed, what cameras they’re using, and why Justin wants the entire world watching as the cross unfolds in space with Earth in the background.

Memorable Quotes

“This was a calling, not just an idea. My mom came to me in a dream, and I knew I’m supposed to do this.” – Justin Park

“If you don’t have God in your life, your rocket veers off course. That’s not just a metaphor in our Bible app, it’s the mission.” – Justin Park

“Forty or fifty million dollars to make history? To shift humanity’s view of itself? That’s not expensive. That’s efficient.” – Justin Park

Want to Support the Mission?

Visit mooncross.org to learn more, donate, watch their mission animation, or get your own mini lunar lander.

This is more than a moonshot. It’s a faith-powered movement to inspire generations—and it starts here.

You’ve heard of the talk about the birds and the bees, but are you prepared for the other talk? The one you need to have with your aging parents about their future care, finances, and final wishes?

In this emotional and eye-opening episode, author and former EMT Will Holditch joins Josh Cary to reveal the conversation that every Gen Xer and younger Baby Boomer must have with their loved ones. With stories pulled from real-life emergencies, personal loss, and the chaos that comes from being unprepared, Will lays out exactly how to get your family on the same page before it’s too late.

Whether you’re in your 40s or 60s, this episode is a wake-up call. You’ll walk away with practical steps, life-saving context, and the motivation to finally take action.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

The Conversation You Can’t Afford to Avoid

Discover why it's time to sit your parents down and start documenting their wishes, medical details, and key information before a crisis makes that impossible.

Why Most Families Are Totally Unprepared

Learn from real stories of emergency room chaos, missed benefits, and heartbreaking confusion, all because no one had the right information when it mattered most.

Inside the 168-Page Workbook

Will shares why he created Strategic Planning for the Golden Years, a practical, fill-in-the-blank workbook that breaks the process into manageable steps to help you and your family plan proactively.

The 3 Pillars of End-of-Life Preparedness

Get a clear breakdown of what you need to know: personal information, medical history, and financial details, plus the overlooked category that could create massive complications: digital access.

Handling Resistant Parents with Grace

Worried your parents won’t cooperate? Will explains how he got his own reluctant father to fill out the workbook without pressure or conflict.

What Doctors, Nurses, and Case Managers Need From You

You’ll be shocked to learn how much lifestyle info (like what snacks your parent enjoys) matters when placing someone in the right care facility.

The Role of Siblings and Family Dynamics

This isn’t a solo mission; learn how to divide the responsibility among siblings and extended family so you’re not carrying the burden alone.

What Happens When You Wait Too Long

From misplaced DNRs to lost VA records, Will shares examples of what happens when planning is postponed and how to avoid the emotional and financial fallout.

Memorable Quotes

“You’re 54 now. It’s time to sit your parents down and have the talk. Because one day, you’ll be the one advocating for them.” – Will Holditch

“There’s legal power of attorney and medical power of attorney, but there’s no such thing as digital power of attorney. You need the passwords.” – Will Holditch

“This isn’t about taking over their life. It’s about making sure they get the care they earned and deserve.” – Will Holditch

“If you’re waiting for the crisis to get prepared, you’re already too late.”

What if the true meaning of life isn’t something you discover, but something you practice every single day? In this episode, Josh Cary sits down with David Midgley, author of The Adventures of a Yorkshire Philosopher, to explore how ordinary people can live more meaningful lives not by chasing success, but by waking up to the moment they’re already in.

This episode is an inspiring, funny, and refreshingly practical conversation about philosophy, discipline, failure, football, and the pub stories that make life worth telling. Whether you’ve hit rock bottom or are simply searching for more joy and self-understanding, David's sharp wisdom and unapologetic Yorkshire charm will make you feel seen and push you to rethink how you show up in the world.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why the Meaning of Life Is Found in the Moment

David explains why the pursuit of meaning isn’t about discovering some grand secret, but about becoming fully awake to what’s already happening right now.

How to Stop Believing Every Thought You Have

Learn the difference between your body, your senses, and your mind, and why all three can lie to you. David shares how to begin questioning your inner filters to find a clearer truth.

Failure vs. Success: Why They’re Both Overrated

Drawing from personal stories (including getting fired twice), David shares how treating both failure and success as “the same stranger” can lead to emotional freedom and resilience.

The Power of Stoic, Practical Philosophy

Forget the abstract theory. David offers real, actionable ideas to help you navigate your daily life, whether you're stuck in traffic, struggling at work, or dealing with heartbreak.

How to Take Full Responsibility Without Self-Hate

We explore how taking ownership of your life doesn’t mean blaming yourself; it means dropping blame altogether and embracing each moment as a chance to reset.

The Most Important Person to Be Kind To

The episode closes with one of the most important lessons: start with yourself. You can’t extend real compassion outward until you’ve practiced it inward.

What happens when you reach a breaking point and decide there’s no going back? In this gripping episode, author Dean Latusek joins Josh Cary to share the raw truth behind his 365-day commitment to total mental and physical transformation. What started as a personal challenge quickly became a way of life: over 800 days later, Dean hasn’t missed a single workout.

This is not just a fitness story. It’s a wake-up call. If you’ve ever felt stuck, disappointed in yourself, or tempted to believe you’re too old or too far gone to change, this conversation will light a fire. Dean’s “No Options” mantra is a mindset masterclass in discipline, accountability, and self-respect.

Whether you're a high-performing entrepreneur, a parent trying to stay in the game, or someone quietly questioning your next move, this episode gives you a clear, actionable message: Radical ownership is the key to real change.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

The "No Options" Philosophy – How eliminating Plan B helped Dean rebuild his health, body, and mindset, starting at age 55.

Why Choice Is the Enemy of Progress – Inspired by a David Goggins quote, Dean explains how too many options create weakness and what happens when you simply refuse to give yourself a way out.

The Power of the Mirror Session – Dean breaks down the emotional turning point that forced him to confront the truth, make a decision, and never look back.

What Doctors Don’t Tell You About Aging – After a devastating check-up, Dean used his knowledge from pharmaceutical sales to reverse his diagnosis and avoid a lifetime of meds.

How to Build Mental Fortitude Through Discomfort – From early-morning cardio to strict non-negotiables, Dean reveals the daily disciplines that rebuilt his identity.

Responsibility vs. Excuses – Why personal responsibility isn’t harsh, it’s liberating. And why playing the victim only delays your potential.

What It Really Takes After Age 40 – Dean debunks the myth of “maintenance” and explains why men in their 40s, 50s, and beyond have to work harder to stay strong and why it’s worth it.

Memorable Quotes

“No options means I eliminated Plan B. I took away my ability to fail.”

“Limitations are a figment of our imagination.”

“The most important day of my life? The day I looked in the mirror and finally told the truth.”

“There is no quick fix for mental toughness.”

“If you’re not getting uncomfortable every day, you’re not growing.”

“At our age, there is no ‘maintenance.’ You’re either moving forward or falling behind.”