Podcasts

Joyful Journey’s Podcast

In this episode, Ken Brandeis interviews Scott Frank, co-author of Less Stress, More Joy: The Peace, Harmony, Joy Approach with Rabbi Yossi Lerman, about his remarkable journey from engineering and patent law to leading a Fortune 10 intellectual property startup. Scott reflects on the value of following your strengths, embracing unexpected opportunities, and leading with purpose. He also shares the spiritual principles behind the Less Stress, More Joy philosophy and discusses how intentional daily practices, authentic listening, accountability, and collaboration can help individuals experience greater well-being while contributing to more peaceful communities and a better world.

Scott Frank interviews Ken Brandeis about his entrepreneurial journey, from building and selling multiple businesses to the lessons he learned through a career in sales and leadership. Ken shares practical insights on perseverance, disciplined growth, and the importance of taking consistent, incremental steps toward success. The conversation also explores why empathy, curiosity, and active listening are essential not only for building successful businesses but also for strengthening relationships, solving problems, and creating greater peace, harmony, and joy in our communities.

Ken Brandeis and Scott Frank interview Jamie Renee, executive director of the National Academy of Inventors and founder of Good Day Solutions. Jamie shares how her career in leadership, consulting, and strategic planning has been guided by servant leadership, intentional living, and a desire to help others thrive. Drawing on lessons from her grandfather and her experiences as a leader and parent, she discusses the importance of recognizing the strengths of others, leading with empathy, and choosing joy over constant striving. The conversation highlights how purpose-driven leadership and authentic relationships create greater peace, harmony, and joy in both our personal and professional lives.

Ken Brandeis and Scott Frank interview Rabbi Yossi Lerman, co-author of Less Stress, More Joy: The Peace, Harmony, Joy Approach with Scott Frank. Rabbi Lerman shares the life experiences and spiritual principles that inspired the book, emphasizing that every person has the power to make a positive difference. Drawing on decades of service as a Chabad rabbi, he explores how peace, harmony, and joy can help reduce stress, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change through humility, personal responsibility, and intentional acts of kindness.

Ken Brandeis and Scott Frank interview Robin Joseph, a longtime advocate for peace, harmony, and joy, about her lifelong journey of personal growth, spiritual exploration, and meaningful connection. Robin shares how stepping into the unknown led her to discover a life centered on purpose, service, and helping others recognize their own potential. The conversation explores the importance of intentional daily choices, lifelong learning, and building authentic relationships, reminding listeners that peace, harmony, and joy begin within each individual and grow through the way we connect with others.

Ken Brandeis and Scott Frank interview Chris Eaton, a military veteran, mechanical engineer, and end-of-life doula, about his powerful journey from trauma and despair to healing and hope. Chris shares how practices such as meditation, breathwork, gratitude, and self-reflection helped him overcome emotional struggles and discover lasting inner peace. The conversation explores the importance of self-acceptance, living according to your values, and recognizing our shared humanity, illustrating how cultivating peace, harmony, and joy within ourselves naturally extends to our relationships and the world around us.

Ken Brandeis and Scott Frank interview Dianne Collins, bestselling author of Do You Quantum Think? and creator of the Quantum Think® system. Collins explores how combining modern scientific insights with timeless spiritual wisdom can transform the way we think, live, and relate to others. She discusses the shift from a fixed, mechanical view of reality to one of interconnectedness, conscious awareness, and possibility, emphasizing the power of purpose, curiosity, and "listening from not knowing." Throughout the conversation, Collins shares practical principles for creating greater peace, harmony, and joy while contributing to positive change in our lives and the world.

Ken Brandeis and Scott Frank interview Susanna Calvert, founder of the Foundation for Family and Community Healing, about her journey from academia to creating organizations dedicated to personal growth and well-being. Susanna shares how life’s challenges inspired a deeper spiritual path and a mission to provide practical, experiential education that helps people strengthen their mental, emotional, and social well-being. The conversation explores the transformative power of authenticity, self-awareness, and compassion, emphasizing that lasting peace, harmony, and joy begin with inner healing and intentional daily choices.

Ken Brandeis and Scott Frank interview Lisa Swallow, founder of Crossing Party Lines, about her mission to bridge political and social divides through respectful dialogue and genuine curiosity. Drawing from her personal experiences and the creation of a national nonprofit, Lisa shares how asking open-ended questions, listening with empathy, and embracing different perspectives can strengthen relationships and build stronger communities. The conversation highlights the power of curiosity, courage, and compassion as practical tools for reducing conflict, fostering understanding, and creating greater peace, harmony, and joy in our everyday lives.