Lead with Heart

Lead with Heart (Aired 07-29-26) From Trauma to Empowerment

NowMedia Television — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:36:29 +0000

Dr. Jesse Hanson speaks with Gaia Goddess Lifestyle founder Maria Marshall about overcoming childhood trauma, rebuilding self-worth, and transforming pain into purpose. Maria shares how breathwork, Reiki, nature, and spiritual healing shaped her personal awakening and inspired her mission to create supportive wellness spaces for women.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Visit Oxygen Jungle Villas in Costa Rica
(00:02:04) - Lead with Heart
(00:03:38) - Maria Marshall on 'The Talk of Healers'
(00:04:44) - You Talk About How Childhood Has Shaped You
(00:09:43) - What Really Happened to Little Maria?
(00:14:58) - Lead with Heart
(00:15:51) - Maria Marshall on Growing Up With An Abandonment
(00:20:30) - How To Get Out Of A Codependent Marriage
(00:23:32) - A Daughter's Journey Through the Death of Her Mother
(00:25:32) - The Secret to Being a Gaia Goddess
(00:28:51) - Lead with Heart
(00:30:02) - Maria on Her
(00:30:40) - How Gaia Goddess Came to Be
(00:36:05) - Gaia Goddess Community Launch
(00:38:37) - The Power of Sequencing
(00:42:02) - Lead With Heart
(00:42:56) - The Harvest of Gaia's Life
(00:50:20) - Maria on Her Healing Process

Lead with Heart (Aired 07-22-26) Leading with Humility and Purpose

NowMedia Television — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:23:46 +0000

Dr. Jesse Hanson speaks with Costa Rican business leader Mauricio Solano about his journey through hospitality, personal growth, and spiritual retreat work. Mauricio shares how life lessons shaped his collaborative leadership style, deepened his connection to community and nature, and inspired his bilingual podcast, Sin Manual (No Playbook).

Chapters

(00:00:09) - Lead with Heart
(00:00:40) - Meet Mauricio Solano
(00:02:04) - Leaders of Origin
(00:05:27) - As a kid, I was the experiment
(00:06:44) - What, if any, Shadows do you have in your life?
(00:11:04) - Lead with Heart
(00:13:22) - Lead with Heart
(00:14:16) - The Secret to Growing Up in Canada
(00:18:11) - In the Age of the Golden handcuff
(00:19:52) - A Lesson in Collaboration
(00:24:36) - Bring us Back to Our Roots: The Pandemic
(00:26:56) - Lead With Heart
(00:27:49) - Lead with Heart
(00:33:42) - The beauty of the jungle
(00:35:23) - The Hidden Power of Humility
(00:36:21) - Psilocybin and plant based healing
(00:37:35) - Mauricio on His Experiences
(00:40:23) - Lead with Heart
(00:41:17) - The Harvest
(00:47:11) - Cicadas Return to the Streets
(00:47:32) - How to Prepare Your Life for the Next 5 Years
(00:52:00) - How to Start a Business on Social Media
(00:52:26) - Lead with Heart

Lead with Heart (Aired 07-15-26) Leading with Heart Through Holistic Healing

NowMedia Television — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:50:23 +0000

Dr. Jesse Hanson welcomes Jackie Dualia, founder of Dualia Holistic Medical Clinic and Bathhouse in Costa Rica, for a conversation about leadership, healing, and purpose. Jackie shares her journey from nursing and personal adversity to creating a multidisciplinary wellness center that brings together Western medicine, holistic therapies, and community-centered care. Together, they discuss resilience, faith, personal transformation, and the importance of leading with heart.

Lead with Heart (Aired 07-08-26) Healing Through Embodiment and Authentic Leadership

NowMedia Television — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:52:34 +0000

Dr. Jesse Hanson welcomes integrative healing practitioner Megan Hanson for an honest conversation about personal transformation, family dynamics, trauma, and the journey toward authentic leadership. Together, they explore the power of embodiment, spiritual awakening, healing practices, and Megan’s work through Earth School Embodiment, highlighting how self-awareness and inner healing can inspire purposeful leadership and meaningful connection.

Lead with Heart (Aired 07-01-26) Leading with Purpose and Compassion

NowMedia Television — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:33:26 +0000

On Lead with Heart, host Dr. Jesse Hanson sits down with James Stevenson, COO of MuscleCare and president of DSL (Del Silencio a la Libertad), to explore a powerful journey of personal transformation and purpose-driven leadership. James reflects on overcoming limiting beliefs, embracing personal development and faith, and finding meaning through advocacy for child protection in Costa Rica. Together, they discuss resilience, healing, conscious leadership, and the importance of creating lasting social change through compassion and service.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Lead With Heart
(00:02:39) - Lead With Heart
(00:04:10) - The Secret Life of Being a Single Mum
(00:08:05) - James Harris on the Search for Purpose in Life
(00:12:00) - Looking for something in the world
(00:13:03) - How to Lead with Heart at 35
(00:14:49) - Lead with Heart
(00:16:05) - Personal Development with a schizophrenic partner
(00:18:57) - The Trauma of Being in a Dysfunctional Relationship
(00:23:10) - The Lotus: The Journey of Jordan Peterson
(00:27:56) - Lead with Heart
(00:28:40) - James Stevenson
(00:34:07) - James on Sexual Abuse in Mexico
(00:36:21) - James on The Evil of Sex
(00:40:53) - Lead with Heart
(00:42:11) - Dsl COO
(00:45:48) - The winged messenger of the gods
(00:50:42) - A Lesson on Choosing To Listen
(00:52:51) - DSL: Leading With Heart

Lead With Heart (aired 06-24-26) Living Life to the Fullest: Presence, Purpose, and the Power of Now

NowMedia Television — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:52:02 +0000

In this inspiring episode, host Jesse Hanson sits down with Ross McKenzie for a meaningful conversation about living with intention, embracing the present moment, and finding purpose in everyday life. Through personal stories, practical insights, and heartfelt reflections, Ross shares his perspective on overcoming challenges, staying focused on what truly matters, and creating a life aligned with one's values.

Together, they explore themes such as personal growth, resilience, gratitude, mindfulness, and the importance of taking action instead of waiting for the “perfect” moment. The discussion offers valuable lessons for anyone seeking greater fulfillment, balance, and clarity in both their personal and professional journey.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Lead With Heart
(00:02:39) - Lead With Heart
(00:03:58) - Ross Barkley on Growing Up in Toronto
(00:04:53) - On the Role of the Golden Boy
(00:06:22) - John Dewey at Firewalk
(00:12:14) - Ross Had An NDE In The Hospital
(00:15:25) - Lead with Heart
(00:16:42) - Bipolar patient on his near-
(00:19:23) - How to Get Off of Lithium
(00:21:31) - In the Elevator With Ross
(00:26:24) - Bipolar Made: Tell Your Story
(00:27:50) - Insight Stories for the Real You
(00:28:47) - Lead with Heart
(00:30:01) - Favorite part of Making The Film
(00:31:13) - Monica on the Somatic Work
(00:36:23) - The Work of Leading With Heart
(00:37:48) - Coming soon: A Single Man's Journey
(00:39:03) - A Lesson on Coaching
(00:40:58) - Lead with Heart
(00:42:09) - Bipolar: Where to Buy the Film
(00:43:52) - The Harvest
(00:49:15) - The Art of Leading With Heart
(00:53:00) - Ross's Heartwarming Story

Lead With Heart (aired 06-17-26)Healing, Leadership, and the Power of Presence with Christine Conti

NowMedia Television — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:09:19 +0000

In this inspiring episode of Lead with Heart, host Dr. Jesse Hanson sits down with Christine Conti, LPC, Air Force Veteran, and Founder of Phoenix Counseling and Wellness Center, for a heartfelt conversation about resilience, healing, and conscious leadership.

From her childhood in New York City and service in the U.S. Air Force to building a thriving integrative mental health practice, Christine shares the personal experiences that shaped her path as a therapist and wellness leader. Together, Jesse and Christine explore the transformative power of self-awareness, parts

Lead With Heart (aired 06-10-26) From Trauma to Transformation with Marco Ortega

NowMedia Television — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:36:22 +0000

In this powerful episode of Lead with Heart, host Dr. Jesse Hanson welcomes executive and life coach Marco Ortega for a deeply vulnerable conversation about healing, leadership, and personal transformation. Marco shares his journey from childhood trauma to becoming a neuroscience-based coach trained through Dr. Joe Dispenza’s NeuroChange Solutions. Together, they explore forgiveness, emotional safety, neuroplasticity, heart-centered leadership, and the practices that help people break old patterns and create a new future from within.

Lead With Heart (Aired 06-03-26) From Addiction to Emotional Recovery

NowMedia Television — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:10:30 +0000

Dr. Jesse Hanson speaks with Dr. Ian Rabb about his journey from addiction and self-destructive perfectionism to long-term recovery and service. They explore authenticity, somatic healing, family-centered interventions, ancient wisdom, community, and the importance of moving beyond intellectual knowledge to lead from the heart.

Lead With Heart (Aired 05-13-26) Metamorfinka’s Transformational Jungle Retreat & Conscious Living Journey

NowMedia Television — Thu, 14 May 2026 01:44:22 +0000

In this powerful episode of Lead with Heart, Dr. Jesse Hanson journeys deep into the lush mountains of Costa Rica to explore Metamorfinka — a breathtaking sanctuary built on transformation, sustainability, family, and conscious leadership. From handcrafted earth homes and bamboo architecture to organic farming, healing spaces, and ancient wisdom traditions, Irashapi and Concetta share how they left modern life behind to create a life rooted in nature, purpose, and heart-centered living.

This inspiring conversation dives into leadership, parenting, healing, embodiment, indigenous teachings, reciprocity, and the courage it takes to choose faith over fear. Discover how reconnecting with the land, embracing discomfort, and living in harmony with nature can awaken deeper purpose and lasting transformation.

Lead With Heart (Aired 05-06-26) Michael Wade on Conscious Leadership, Healing Trauma & Finding Purpose Through Trading

NowMedia Television — Thu, 07 May 2026 02:22:43 +0000

In this powerful episode of Lead With Heart, aired 05-06-26 on NOW Media Television, Dr. Jesse Hansen sits down with trading coach Michael Wade for a deeply vulnerable conversation about leadership, emotional healing, spirituality, and success. From surviving corporate burnout at Oracle to building a heart-centered trading community in Costa Rica, Michael shares how childhood trauma, fear, and self-discovery shaped his journey toward conscious living and authentic leadership.

Together, they explore embodiment vs. spiritual bypassing, nervous system healing, mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and the true meaning of success beyond money. This inspiring interview offers wisdom for entrepreneurs, leaders, healers, and anyone seeking transformation, purpose, and inner peace.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Visit Metamorfinka, the farm of transformation
(00:02:07) - Lead with Heart
(00:02:49) - A Few Minutes With Mike Wade
(00:03:35) - Michael Waid on His Childhood
(00:07:56) - Wade Cook on Why He Stopped 'High-Pressure
(00:12:41) - Michael's Journey to Lead With Heart
(00:14:07) - Lead with Heart
(00:18:54) - Michael Akin: The Dance of Realizing
(00:22:22) - The Message From The Jamaican Woman
(00:24:17) - Lead with Heart
(00:27:20) - Lead with Heart
(00:28:13) - Coming into the Body: The Process of Awakening
(00:33:37) - Bypassing the Fear of Death
(00:37:52) - Michael Wade's Last Words
(00:40:03) - Lead with Heart
(00:40:56) - Lead With Heart
(00:42:14) - Michael Jackson on Becoming Realized
(00:46:00) - Microwave Trade Coach
(00:49:57) - The Power of Lead With Heart
(00:52:56) - Lead with Heart

Lead With Heart (Aired 04-29-26) Transformational Living in Costa Rica | Metamorfinca & Conscious Leadership

NowMedia Television — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:49:50 +0000

In this powerful episode of Lead With Heart, Dr. Jesse Hanson is joined by Irishapi Pernebsati and Kensheta Pernebsati to explore Metamorfinca—“The Farm of Transformation”—a breathtaking retreat in Costa Rica where nature, leadership, and conscious living come together. They discuss how sustainable design, organic farming, ancestral wisdom, and community-centered living can create meaningful opportunities for personal and collective transformation.

From eco-friendly homes built with earth and bamboo to regenerative agriculture and a deeper relationship with the natural world, the conversation reveals what it means to lead with presence, purpose, and heart. Irishapi and Kensheta share insights into embracing nature, discomfort, reciprocity, and intentional living as pathways to greater resilience, growth, and authentic leadership. This inspiring episode is ideal for viewers interested in conscious leadership, sustainable living, personal development, and transformational travel.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Meet Metamorfinka, the Farm of Transformation
(00:02:07) - Lead with Heart
(00:03:04) - Building a Modern Home in Costa Rica
(00:09:32) - A new home for a Dogon family in the middle of the
(00:14:37) - Lead with Heart
(00:15:50) - Lead with Heart
(00:21:06) - Growing organic vegetables in the desert
(00:24:07) - Meet the goats at Metamorphinka
(00:27:17) - Lead with Heart
(00:28:35) - Beautiful waterfall spa with infrared sauna
(00:30:50) - The Yoga Sha: Being Alive
(00:34:27) - Living in the Land of Contention
(00:39:49) - Lead with Heart
(00:41:27) - Irish Philadelphians: Lead With Heart
(00:42:35) - The End of an Era
(00:45:15) - The Need for Multi-Generational Healing
(00:47:23) - The Doctrine of Reciprocity
(00:50:04) - A message for the
(00:51:13) - Lead With Heart

Lead With Heart (Aired 04-22-26) Metamorfinca – A Powerful Story of Transformation, Purpose & Conscious Leadership

NowMedia Television — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:03:58 +0000

In Lead With Heart Season 6 Episode 2 (aired April 22, 2026), discover the inspiring journey behind Metamorfinca—a regenerative retreat center in Costa Rica rooted in transformation, purpose, and ancestral wisdom. Hosted by Dr. Jesse Hansen, this episode dives deep into conscious leadership, emotional intelligence, and what it truly means to lead with heart beyond traditional models.

Follow the powerful story of two visionaries who left conventional lives behind to build a life aligned with nature, community, and deeper meaning. Through themes of resilience, spirituality, and personal growth, this episode reveals how true leadership begins within—through connection, authenticity, and courage.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Meet Metamorfinka, the Farm of Transformation
(00:02:07) - Lead with Heart
(00:02:51) - The Farm of Transformation
(00:04:01) - The Story of How They Came Together
(00:10:37) - How to Lead From Your Whole Self
(00:14:37) - Lead with Heart
(00:15:52) - How I Met My Soulmate Through Pe
(00:20:06) - Pushing the Psychedelic Renaissance
(00:20:50) - How a Plant Medicine Partner Got Married
(00:23:01) - The Dogon Experiences
(00:23:32) - How She Met The Right Guy
(00:24:59) - The Dogon
(00:26:42) - Lead With Heart
(00:27:49) - How I Was Initiated Into the Dogon And Got Married
(00:32:35) - Immaterial Leadership in the Dogon
(00:40:12) - Lead with Heart
(00:41:35) - The Dogon and its impact
(00:49:49) - The story of Metamorphinka and Kinshata

Lead With Heart (Aired 04-15-26) Gerrard Schmid & Dr. Jesse Hanson on Humble Leadership, Emotional Intelligence & CEO Transformation

NowMedia Television — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 02:03:51 +0000

Discover a powerful conversation on modern leadership in Lead With Heart (aired 04-20-26) featuring Dr. Jesse Hanson and former CEO Gerrard Schmid. This episode explores the shift from performance-driven leadership to heart-centered, emotionally intelligent leadership. Gerrard shares his journey from perfectionism and corporate success to humility, vulnerability, and authentic leadership—highlighting how integrating heart and mind creates stronger, more impactful leaders.

Learn how top executives navigate high-stakes decisions, crisis leadership, and personal transformation while balancing logic with intuition. From leading through global challenges to embracing vulnerability in the boardroom, this episode reveals why today’s most effective leaders lead with both courage and compassion.

Lead With Heart (aired 04-08-26) Isabelle Gold on Healing, Emotional Alchemy & Authentic Leadership

NowMedia Television — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:33:38 +0000

In this inspiring episode of Lead With Heart, Dr. Jesse Hanson interviews transformational guide Isabelle Gold, exploring her journey of healing, emotional alchemy, and heart-centered leadership. Filmed in the stunning natural setting of Costa Rica, this conversation reveals how personal trauma can be transformed into power, purpose, and authentic expression.

Isabelle Gold shares how inner child work, embodiment practices, and intuitive healing helped her reclaim her voice and guide others—especially leaders and entrepreneurs—into deeper alignment and truth. This episode dives into topics like somatic healing, vulnerability, feminine energy, and conscious leadership.

Perfect for those seeking personal growth, emotional healing, and spiritual expansion, this episode offers powerful insights on leading with authenticity, presence, and compassion.

Lead With Heart (Aired 04-01-26) From Recovery to Awakening: The Path of Courage, Service, and Fulfillment

NowMedia Television — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 20:10:30 +0000

In this episode of Lead With Heart, host Dr. Jesse Hansen sits down with Danielle Pare—founder of Senses, a somatic therapy and movement studio in Cabo San Lucas—to explore the deep connection between healing, leadership, and authenticity.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Exploring Hotel 360 in Costa Rica
(00:02:00) - Lead with Heart
(00:03:23) - Danielle Confessions About Growing Up
(00:09:11) - Your journey into recovery from substance abuse
(00:13:48) - Follow Your Heart
(00:14:20) - Lead with Heart
(00:15:13) - How Mexico Changed My Life
(00:21:26) - How to Follow Your Calling
(00:25:54) - Lead with Heart
(00:27:04) - Lead with Heart
(00:27:58) - The Lotus and Healing From Trauma
(00:34:08) - Coming to the Self: The Somatic Process
(00:38:40) - Lead with Heart
(00:39:52) - Jesse on Somatic Psychology
(00:46:13) - Senses Yoga Studio: Welcome Men
(00:50:17) - Lead With Heart

Lead With Heart (aired 03-25-26) From Trauma to Transformation | Alyssa Stefanson Powerful Healing Journe

NowMedia Television — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:29:05 +0000

In this powerful episode of Lead With Heart, Dr. Jesse Hansen sits down with somatic healer Alyssa Stefanson to explore a deeply moving journey from trauma, addiction, and abuse to purpose-driven leadership and healing. Filmed in the breathtaking setting of Costa Rica, this episode reveals how embodiment, somatic practices, and inner work can transform pain into purpose.

Alyssa shares her story of overcoming addiction, generational trauma, and toxic relationships—ultimately rising into a global leader in feminine embodiment and trauma-informed healing. Learn how vulnerability, authenticity, and nervous system healing unlock true leadership and personal freedom.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Visit the Hotel 360 in Ojochao, Costa Rica
(00:01:14) - Lead with Heart
(00:04:41) - How I Learned To Love My Own Self at 20
(00:10:16) - Alyssa's story of losing her voice to substance abuse
(00:13:35) - Lead With Heart
(00:14:52) - Alyssa Reveals How She Helped Her Abusive Partner
(00:19:20) - How I Learned To Stop Drinking Alcohol For My Birthday
(00:21:48) - How to Heal Your Body
(00:27:13) - Lead With Heart
(00:28:06) - One Woman's Process of Transformation Through Somatic Breathwork
(00:32:45) - How To Heal Yourself
(00:36:54) - Lead with Heart
(00:40:46) - Lead with Heart
(00:41:39) - Lead With Heart
(00:42:03) - Alyssa On Her Past Substance Abuse
(00:43:31) - Alyssa on Transfiguration
(00:48:49) - Alyssa on Her Personal Growth
(00:51:24) - Alyssa on Leaving With Heart

Lead With Heart (Aired 03-18-26)Turo Founder Shelby Clark on Authentic Leadership, Belonging & Healing

NowMedia Television — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:18:31 +0000

Aired March 18, 2026, on Lead With Heart, Dr. Jesse Hansen sits down with entrepreneur and investor Shelby Clark, founding CEO of Turo, for a powerful conversation on authentic leadership, vulnerability, belonging, and personal transformation. From building a billion-dollar company to navigating identity, burnout, embodiment, and healing, Shelby shares how true leadership begins within. This inspiring episode explores the difference between fitting in and belonging, the power of living in alignment, and how leading with heart can transform business, relationships, and life. Watch this meaningful interview on Now Media Television for deep insights on conscious leadership, emotional intelligence, self-acceptance, and purpose-driven success.

Lead With Heart (aired 03-11-26) How Technology, Psychedelics & Human Connection Are Transforming Healing

NowMedia Television — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 19:18:14 +0000

In this episode of Lead With Heart (aired March 11, 2026), Dr. Jesse Hansen sits down with tech entrepreneur and wellness innovator Nick Murray, co-founder of Advanced Care and Wake Network, for a powerful conversation about the future of health, technology, and healing.

Nick shares his journey from growing up between South Africa and Canada to building healthcare technology and eventually entering the world of psychedelic research, alternative wellness, and trauma-informed healing. After a life-changing experience supporting a partner through cancer treatment, he began exploring how modern technology, neuroscience, and ancient healing practices can work together to support personal transformation.

Together, Jesse and Nick discuss leadership, mental health, nervous system safety, data-driven wellness, and the role of community in healing. They also explore how technology can be repurposed to create greater access to innovative treatments and holistic health solutions.

If you’re interested in leadership, mental health innovation, psychedelic therapy, personal growth, and conscious technology, this episode offers deep insights into the future of human wellbeing.

Chapters

(00:00:10) - Lead with Heart
(00:03:10) - As a child, you explored technology in your childhood
(00:06:54) - How did your life start, becoming more independent?
(00:12:16) - Lead with Heart
(00:13:45) - Nick Murray on Healers and His Career
(00:16:48) - In the Elevator With Mosaida
(00:19:12) - The Making of WAKE
(00:25:44) - Lead with Heart
(00:26:58) - Nick on Growing Lotuses
(00:31:16) - How to Deal with Anxiety
(00:33:26) - How To Heal the Brain With Cannabis
(00:39:19) - Lead with Heart
(00:40:12) - Lead With Heart
(00:47:48) - Jesse Hansen on Community Healing

Lead With Heart (Aired 03-04-26): Trauma-Informed Leadership, Somatic Healing & Indigenous Wisdom with Davida Moore

NowMedia Television — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:58:06 +0000

In this powerful episode of Lead With Heart, Dr. Jesse Hansen sits down with licensed psychotherapist and trauma specialist Davida Moore to explore leadership beyond strategy—into presence, embodiment, and ancestral wisdom.

From indigenous healing practices and somatic therapy to trauma resolution and nervous system awareness, Davida shares her journey from studying biology and pharmacology to becoming a holistic healer integrating EMDR, ceremonial work, and neuroscience.

Discover how unprocessed trauma lives in the body, why true leadership requires self-awareness, and how ancient wisdom and modern psychology can work together to create lasting transformation. This episode dives into generational healing, the power of mentorship, motherhood as transformation, and why somatic work is essential for authentic leadership.

If you're interested in trauma-informed leadership, nervous system healing, ancestral work, or personal growth through embodiment, this conversation will inspire you to lead from your whole self.

Chapters

(00:00:10) - Lead with Heart
(00:01:14) - The Secret to Becoming a Real Healer
(00:06:35) - Exploring Indigenous cultures as a psychotherapist
(00:07:47) - When Did You Realize Your Roots?
(00:09:15) - In the Elevator With My
(00:10:14) - A Voice for Childhood and Adolescence
(00:12:16) - Lead with Heart
(00:13:42) - How to Heal Your Soul with the Ancient Path
(00:18:07) - Leading With Heart
(00:19:41) - How to Sync Up With Your Ancestral Superpowers
(00:25:22) - Lead with Heart
(00:26:16) - The Lotus
(00:26:52) - How To Heal From Trauma Through Meditation
(00:32:43) - Talking Therapy: The Art of Transformation
(00:35:11) - How to Heal From Trauma
(00:36:15) - Lead With Heart: The Process of Growth
(00:38:57) - Lead with Heart
(00:40:24) - Harvesting the Veils of Life
(00:42:00) - The need for eldership in North America
(00:42:57) - Davida on Following Your Heart
(00:48:05) - Davida on EMDR and Sequencing

Lead With Heart (aired 02-18-26) Dr. Jesse Hansen & Paul Finkbeiner on Authentic Leadership, Resilience, and Leading with Kindness

NowMedia Television — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:42:15 +0000

In this inspiring episode of Lead With Heart, host Dr. Jesse Hansen sits down with real estate executive Paul Finkbeiner to explore the true essence of leadership beyond titles and strategy. From humble beginnings in a small village to overseeing multi-billion-dollar portfolios, Paul shares powerful lessons on resilience, authenticity, emotional intelligence, and why kindness is a leader’s greatest strength.

Discover how early life experiences shape leadership style, why vulnerability builds trust, and how setbacks can become stepping stones to success. This conversation dives deep into personal growth, family values, and the mindset needed to lead with purpose in business and life.

Lead With Heart (Aired 02-11-26) Integrity in Action: From Dyslexia to Faith-Driven Leadership

NowMedia Television — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:15:03 +0000

In this powerful episode of Lead With Heart, host Jesse Hanson sits down with faith-driven attorney Chris Nudo for a deeply authentic conversation about transformation, resilience, and leading with integrity. With over 30 years of experience in wills, trusts, business succession, real estate, and nonprofit law, Chris shares the unseen journey behind his professional success.

From growing up as an undiagnosed dyslexic labeled “lazy” in school, to earning his law degree against the odds, Chris reflects on how breaking free from limiting identities shaped his confidence and calling.

Lead With Heart (Aired 02 04 26) From Hustle to Heart: Redefining Leadership Through Purpose and Presence

NowMedia Television — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:40:11 +0000

In this episode of Lead With Heart, host Jesse Hanson sits down with Edward Zaydelman to explore the deeper journey behind authentic leadership — the one that begins long before titles, success, or recognition. Edward Zaydelman shares his path from Brooklyn nightlife promoter to advisor and guide in regenerative communities, retreat centers, and land-based projects focused on human and planetary wellbeing.

The conversation dives into how early family expectations, emotional intelligence, and the search for belonging shaped Edward Zaydelman drive — and how burnout, health crises, and failed ventures became catalysts for transformation. Together, they reflect on the tension between achievement and meaning, and why true leadership isn’t about proving worth, but about presence, integrity, and self-awareness.

Lead With Heart (aired 01-28-26)- Conscious Leadership, Shadow Work & the Future of Human-Centered Business

NowMedia Television — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 01:42:50 +0000

In this powerful episode of Lead With Heart, Dr. Jesse Hanson explores what it truly means to lead beyond strategy, titles, and performance. Joined by workplace psychologist and executive coach Carl Lemieux, the conversation dives deep into conscious leadership, impostor syndrome, shadow work, mindfulness, and the integration of mental, emotional, and somatic intelligence in modern organizations.

Drawing from decades of experience in leadership development and organizational psychology, Carl Lemieux shares his personal journey—from childhood adversity and corporate consulting to mindfulness, conscious capitalism, and bringing soul back into business. Together, they unpack how unexamined belief systems, stress, and image management quietly shape leadership behaviors—and how self-awareness, vulnerability, and embodiment can transform both individuals and cultures.

Chapters

(00:00:10) - Lead With Heart
(00:01:23) - The Importance of Impressions
(00:06:37) - In the Elevator With Leaders: Impersonation
(00:07:53) - Both Brains in the World
(00:10:58) - Lead With Heart
(00:12:06) - Lead with Heart
(00:13:37) - Lead with Heart: The Power of the Personal Growth
(00:18:23) - Carlitz on Mindfulness and Body Work at 60
(00:21:12) - What Happened to the Corporate Mind?
(00:23:17) - Lead With Heart
(00:24:27) - Lead with Heart
(00:25:30) - Shadow Work
(00:28:28) - The Small Trauma of Personal Growth
(00:34:26) - Coming soon: The Cognitive Work of Healing
(00:37:37) - Lead with Heart
(00:39:13) - Cognitive Behavioral Sciences
(00:43:32) - What is conscious capitalism in the workplace?
(00:47:52) - Carl Lemieux on The Individual and the Collective

Lead With Heart (Aired 01-21-26) Faith, Vulnerability & Transformative Leadership with Dr. Yassir Sonbol

NowMedia Television — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 01:04:22 +0000

What does it truly mean to lead with heart? In this powerful episode of Lead With Heart, interventional cardiologist and healer Yassir Sonbol joins an honest and deeply human conversation about leadership, faith, surrender, and resilience.

Yassir Sonbol shares his journey through medical training, burnout, personal loss, and spiritual reconnection—revealing how vulnerability, prayer, and humility became the foundation of his leadership style. From the pressures of residency to moments of rock bottom, this episode explores how mind, body, and spirit must align for sustainable leadership and meaningful impact.

Together, they unpack themes of control versus surrender, the power of faith during adversity, and how personal healing transforms professional excellence. This episode is essential viewing for leaders, physicians, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking purpose-driven leadership rooted in compassion, presence, and authenticity.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Lead with Heart
(00:01:16) - A Heart with a Purpose
(00:02:10) - How Did I Know I Wanted to Be a Doctor?
(00:04:27) - The Path Was Set Before Me
(00:09:03) - Post-medical training: The challenges
(00:13:10) - Lead With Heart
(00:14:30) - Lead With Heart
(00:15:05) - Dr. Yasso Sanbo on His Faith and His Process
(00:21:39) - Dr. Yasser On His Personal
(00:26:10) - Lead with Heart
(00:27:30) - Rock Bottom: What Really Happened There?
(00:33:10) - Bill Maher on His Rock Bottom Moment
(00:38:23) - Power of Resonation & The Power of Surrender
(00:39:53) - Lead with Heart
(00:41:57) - Lead with Heart
(00:43:37) - Reveal: Contribution and Surrender
(00:47:42) - How to Love During a Hard Time
(00:48:56) - Heart of Sugarland Cardiologist Dr. Yasser Sambal
(00:50:54) - Dr. Yasser Yasser on Leading With Heart

Lead With Heart (Aired 01-14-26): Healing, Wholeness & Regenerative Leadership with Ian Michael

NowMedia Television — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 03:27:58 +0000

In this powerful episode of Lead With Heart, Dr. Jesse Hanson sits down with Ian Michael, founder of Holos Global, for a deeply human conversation on healing, wholeness, and the future of conscious leadership. From surviving childhood trauma to building regenerative wellness communities in Costa Rica, Ian Michael shares how nature, psychology, and ancient wisdom shape leadership rooted in presence and authenticity.

Together, they explore how the mind, body, relationships, and culture influence transformational leadership—and why true leadership requires inner work, vulnerability, and courage. This episode dives into plant medicine, trauma healing, ecological stewardship, and the balance between control and surrender in life and leadership.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Lead with Heart
(00:01:21) - Ian Michael
(00:10:05) - Coming soon: The battle for freedom
(00:10:18) - Ian Michael on the Power of Connection with Nature
(00:12:37) - Lead With Heart
(00:13:57) - Now Media TV: Lead With Heart
(00:14:32) - Ian Michael Hebert
(00:19:51) - The Land of the Three Waters: Holos and Esalen
(00:25:34) - Where to Find Holos Global
(00:26:22) - Lead with Heart
(00:28:09) - How to Grow a Lotus
(00:32:44) - How to Heal Your Heart With Plants
(00:38:20) - The Power of Lead with Heart
(00:40:08) - Lead with Heart
(00:42:08) - The Wisdom of Walking With Others
(00:45:24) - Why Do People Not Trust Their Leaders?
(00:47:21) - The Dance Between Control and Surrender
(00:50:17) - The Power of Stillness and Movement
(00:52:19) - Ian Michael Aber

Lead With Heart (aired 01-07-26) Human-Centered Leadership, Emotional Intelligence & Growth Without Burnout

NowMedia Television — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:53:39 +0000

In this powerful episode of Lead With Heart on Now Media Television, Dr. Jesse Hanson sits down with commercial leadership expert Tanya Vissano to explore what it truly means to lead with presence, purpose, and emotional intelligence in today’s high-pressure business world. Drawing on her experience guiding global brands like Nickelodeon, MTV, Netflix, and Moonbug, Tanya shares deep insights into navigating rapid growth without losing the human heart of leadership.

This episode dives into burnout, autopilot leadership, vulnerability as strength, trust, embodiment, and why company values must be lived—not just stated. Through real stories and practical wisdom, viewers learn how aligning mind and heart creates stronger teams, sustainable performance, and meaningful impact.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Lead with Heart
(00:01:30) - What Signs That Leaders Are Growing Too Fast?
(00:04:41) - The Need for Tempo
(00:06:15) - Have We Reached a Point of Adrenaline?
(00:13:03) - Lead with Heart
(00:14:44) - Lead with Heart: The Human Side of Leadership
(00:19:27) - The Real Tanya Bhat
(00:23:25) - Leading With a Loving Body
(00:26:02) - Lead With Heart
(00:27:16) - Lead with Heart
(00:29:15) - Responding to Leaders' Temptation
(00:30:28) - The Need for Human Trust
(00:31:28) - How to Break the Autopilot
(00:41:56) - Lead with Heart
(00:43:30) - Leadership 360: When Do Our Values Match Up With Our Actions
(00:49:38) - The Real Tanya Bhat
(00:51:06) - Lead With Heart
(00:56:02) - LEAD WITH HEART

Lead With Heart (Aired 12-17-25) Strategy With Soul: Reclaiming Human-Centered Leadership with Ryan Herpin

NowMedia Television — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 18:18:30 +0000

In this deeply reflective episode of Lead With Heart, host Dr. Jesse Hanson sits down with leadership strategist, author, and consultant Ryan Herin to explore what happens when efficiency overtakes humanity in modern organizations. As co-founder and managing partner of Impact Strategies Consulting, Ryan has spent over a decade helping leaders build systems that drive performance without sacrificing connection, purpose, or emotional wellbeing.

This episode unpacks the idea of “strategy with soul” a leadership approach where systems exist to serve people, not the other way around. Ryan shares how organizations often lose their heart while scaling, mistaking structure for success and productivity for fulfillment.