Episodes

  • AI Tools Can't Replace Human Storytelling with Jason Sievert
    Oct 21 2025

    Technology can enhance storytelling, but it's the human touch that makes every story meaningful. In this episode, Jason Sievert, Video Agency Founder of Profusion Media LLC, shares how AI is changing the landscape of video production while reminding us that storytelling will always be human at its core.

    Jason explains how true storytelling comes from lived experiences, the stories that draw people in, make them feel something, and stay in their minds long after the video ends. He offers insights on how speakers, creators, and coaches can use technology without losing the warmth and truth that make their stories relatable.

    If you've ever wondered how to stand out in a world full of automated content, this episode is your reminder that authenticity is your edge.

    Tune in NOW: AI Tools Can't Replace Human Storytelling with Jason Sievert.

    Jason Sievert is the Video Agency Founder of Profusion Media LLC, a video production agency specializing in human-centered storytelling that elevates brands. With nearly 15 years of experience and work featured across 30+ countries, Jason blends creativity with cultural depth to craft authentic narratives. His media career spans major collaborations with companies like Intel and Isagenix, leading projects for both corporate and nonprofit sectors. Jason believes that while AI can assist, it will never replace the emotional resonance of a well-told human story.

    Connect with Jason Sievert:

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-sievert-a3b6176/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdsievert/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jdsievert/

    Company: Profusion Media LLC

    Website: https://www.profusionmedia.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/profusion-media-llc/

    Lea Woodford is the founder of Speaker Life Magazine and Luxury Media Brands helping speakers and entrepreneurs amplify their message and grow their influence. With a background as a TV host and celebrity interviewer, she brings powerful media insight to every conversation. Through her podcast, magazine, and events, Lea empowers thought leaders to speak with clarity and purpose. Her work bridges storytelling with strategy, creating space for authentic voices to be heard. At the heart of it all, Lea helps leaders turn their message into lasting impact.

    Website: https://luxurymediabrands.com/
    Magazine Website: https://speakerlifemagazine.com/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Speakerlifemagazine
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leawoodford/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leawoodford/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmartFem/
    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leawoodford



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    12 mins
  • From Corporate Climb to Calling With Purpose with Wendy Kleinfeldt
    Oct 15 2025

    True success begins when you stop chasing titles and start living with purpose. In this episode, Wendy Kleinfeldt, fitness and mindset coach, reveals her journey from climbing the corporate ladder to building a life rooted in fulfillment and purpose.

    After reaching a peak in her career yet feeling unfulfilled, Wendy made the courageous decision to pursue work that truly mattered. She also highlights how reconnecting with your health and mindset can reignite your confidence helping you lead with authenticity and intention.

    You'll walk away encouraged to redefine success, prioritize what matters most, and take action toward a life that aligns with their values.

    Tune in to hear how Wendy guides women to turn ambition into purpose and create lives that feel meaningful inside and out. From Corporate Climb to Calling With Purpose with Wendy Kleinfeldt.

    Wendy Kleinfeldt is an Elite Empower Coach who helps women reconnect with their strength, confidence, and purpose inside and out. After following the traditional path of academic success and corporate achievement, she realized that fulfillment came from rewriting the story she was told about who she should be. Wendy transformed her own life by building mental and physical fitness, proving that confidence is a skill anyone can cultivate. Now, she guides others to do the same, helping them feel strong, powerful, and sexy again. Her mission: to be the catalyst that helps you fall in love with the strongest version of yourself.

    Connect with Wendy Kleinfeldt:

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/w3ndy/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purpletigerfitness/

    Lea Woodford is the founder of Speaker Life Magazine and Luxury Media Brands helping speakers and entrepreneurs amplify their message and grow their influence. With a background as a TV host and celebrity interviewer, she brings powerful media insight to every conversation. Through her podcast, magazine, and events, Lea empowers thought leaders to speak with clarity and purpose. Her work bridges storytelling with strategy, creating space for authentic voices to be heard. At the heart of it all, Lea helps leaders turn their message into lasting impact.

    Website: https://luxurymediabrands.com/
    Magazine Website: https://speakerlifemagazine.com/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Speakerlifemagazine
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leawoodford/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leawoodford/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmartFem/
    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leawoodford

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    12 mins
  • Turning Podcast Into an Empire with Tamara Thompson
    Oct 7 2025

    Podcasting is thriving with more opportunities and listeners than ever before. In this episode, Tamara Thompson, co-founder of Broadcast Your Authority, clears up the biggest misconceptions about starting a podcast and growing a YouTube channel.

    With years of experience in video production, podcast strategy, and YouTube optimization, Tamara explains why so many shows fail after only a few episodes and how a consistent, strategic approach makes all the difference.

    From batch recording and repurposing content to leveraging search and keywords, Tamara gives practical tips to help your show rank, reach more people, and connect deeper with your audience.

    Tune in to hear how thought leaders and business owners turn podcasts into authority-building platforms that grow with them. Turning Podcast Into an Empire with Tamara Thompson.

    Tamara Thompson is the co-founder of Broadcast Your Authority, where she helps founders and organizations turn their podcast platforms into lead-generating powerhouses. Her tailored, data-driven method goes beyond production, it's a strategic blueprint for audience growth and brand elevation. With hundreds of shows under her guidance, Tamara transforms content into connections and voices into visible authority. She brings soulful strategy to every partnership, empowering clients to lead with authenticity while building empires with intention.

    Connect with Tamara Thompson:

    Website: https://broadcastyourauthority.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamarathompson-serioustakepro/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DirectorTamaraThompson/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamarathompsonofficial/

    X: https://x.com/_tamarathompson/

    Lea Woodford is the founder of Speaker Life Magazine and Luxury Media Brands helping speakers and entrepreneurs amplify their message and grow their influence. With a background as a TV host and celebrity interviewer, she brings powerful media insight to every conversation. Through her podcast, magazine, and events, Lea empowers thought leaders to speak with clarity and purpose. Her work bridges storytelling with strategy, creating space for authentic voices to be heard. At the heart of it all, Lea helps leaders turn their message into lasting impact.

    Website: https://luxurymediabrands.com/
    Magazine Website: https://speakerlifemagazine.com/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Speakerlifemagazine
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leawoodford/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leawoodford/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmartFem/
    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leawoodford

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    12 mins
  • Mastering the Art of Offer Conversion with Matt Leitz
    Sep 30 2025

    Strong ads start with strong offers. When your offer connects, everything else falls into place. In this episode, Matt Leitz, founder and CEO of BotBuilders, reveals how to design offers that actually convert. He talks about why clarity matters more than clever tactics, how to test smart before spending big, and why engagement is the key to building momentum.

    With real-world examples, Matt shows speakers and coaches how to shape offers that feel right for their audience, whether that's a simple entry product, a webinar, or a high-ticket program.

    This episode is about creating alignment between your message, offer, and the people you want to reach. When those pieces connect, growth stops feeling complicated and starts feeling natural.

    Tune in NOW: Mastering the Art of Offer Conversion with Matt Leitz.

    Matt Leitz is the founder and CEO of BotBuilders, a company known for creating top-performing AI-powered chatbots that drive real business results. A lifelong entrepreneur who has built three successful ventures and earned seven spots on the Inc. 5000 list, Matt believes income follows impact. At BotBuilders, he helps businesses convert more leads with smart automation tools—even for those with zero tech skills. His approach blends sales, marketing, copywriting, and automation to turn offers into high-converting systems.

    Connect with Matt Leitz:
    Website: https://www.botbuilders.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattleitz/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mattleitzofficial/

    https://www.facebook.com/BotBuilders/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattleitzofficial/?hl=en

    https://www.instagram.com/botbuilders/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/mattleitz

    Lea Woodford is the founder of Speaker Life Magazine and Luxury Media Brands helping speakers and entrepreneurs amplify their message and grow their influence. With a background as a TV host and celebrity interviewer, she brings powerful media insight to every conversation. Through her podcast, magazine, and events, Lea empowers thought leaders to speak with clarity and purpose. Her work bridges storytelling with strategy, creating space for authentic voices to be heard. At the heart of it all, Lea helps leaders turn their message into lasting impact.

    Website: https://luxurymediabrands.com/
    Magazine Website: https://speakerlifemagazine.com/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Speakerlifemagazine
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leawoodford/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leawoodford/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmartFem/
    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leawoodford

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    20 mins
  • Master the Mind, Own the Stage with Mark Yuzuik
    Sep 23 2025

    Real confidence starts with the mind, not the microphone. In this episode, Mark Yuzuik, licensed hypnotist and motivational speaker, reveals how reprogramming your subconscious can shift fear into action and help you step into your full potential as a speaker.

    Mark breaks down how mindset is conditioned through movement, music, preparation, and the words you speak to yourself. You'll hear how to turn stage nerves into excitement and create a powerful state that focuses fully on serving your audience.

    Whether you're a new speaker or a seasoned pro who's lost momentum, tune-in to this episode of Speaker Life: Master the Mind, Own the Stage with Mark Yuzuik.

    Mark Yuzuik is a licensed hypnotist and motivational speaker who has performed over 10,000 shows for more than 8 million people worldwide. Known for his high-energy stage presence, Mark blends entertainment with transformation, helping audiences break through mental barriers. He leads multi-day seminars that empower individuals to take control of their mindset and future. From corporate events to theme parks, Mark brings a message of possibility, accountability, and lasting change.

    Connect with Mark Yuzuik:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markyuzuik/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hypnotistmark/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markyuzuik/?hl=en

    Twitter: https://x.com/markyuzuik?lang=bn

    Lea Woodford is the founder of Speaker Life Magazine and Luxury Media Brands helping speakers and entrepreneurs amplify their message and grow their influence. With a background as a TV host and celebrity interviewer, she brings powerful media insight to every conversation. Through her podcast, magazine, and events, Lea empowers thought leaders to speak with clarity and purpose. Her work bridges storytelling with strategy, creating space for authentic voices to be heard. At the heart of it all, Lea helps leaders turn their message into lasting impact.

    Website: https://luxurymediabrands.com/
    Magazine Website: https://speakerlifemagazine.com/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Speakerlifemagazine
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leawoodford/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leawoodford/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmartFem/
    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leawoodford

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    12 mins
  • Turning ChatGPT Into Your Most Trusted Growth Partner with Devin Karpes
    Sep 16 2025

    Used the right way, ChatGPT can bring clarity, speed, and serious growth to your business. In this episode, AI consultant Devin Karpes shares how he turned confusion into clarity by treating ChatGPT as a true thinking partner not just another tool.

    Devin explains how prompting ChatGPT to interview you can shift your mindset, surface better ideas, and help you make confident decisions. He also shares why business owners need to stop chasing the latest AI trend and instead focus on mastering one tool that works.

    If you want one tool that actually helps you think better, work less, and scale faster, this episode breaks it down.

    Tune in NOW: Speaker Life: Turning ChatGPT Into Your Most Trusted Growth Partner with Devin Karpes.

    Devin Karpes helps non-technical founders and CEOs cut through the noise and confidently adopt AI without the overwhelm. As an AI implementation expert, he teaches leaders how to install one high-impact system that can save 20+ hours a week. Devin's approach transforms ChatGPT into a growth partner that thinks like the founder—boosting clarity, efficiency, and results. Instead of chasing dozens of tools, his clients focus on mastering one. Devin's mission is simple: make AI work for humans, not the other way around.

    Connect with Devin Karpes:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devinkarpes/

    Lea Woodford is the founder of Speaker Life Magazine and Luxury Media Brands helping speakers and entrepreneurs amplify their message and grow their influence. With a background as a TV host and celebrity interviewer, she brings powerful media insight to every conversation. Through her podcast, magazine, and events, Lea empowers thought leaders to speak with clarity and purpose. Her work bridges storytelling with strategy, creating space for authentic voices to be heard. At the heart of it all, Lea helps leaders turn their message into lasting impact.

    Website: https://luxurymediabrands.com/
    Magazine Website: https://speakerlifemagazine.com/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Speakerlifemagazine
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leawoodford/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leawoodford/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmartFem/
    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leawoodford

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    11 mins
  • Your Story Is Your Greatest Asset with Colin Egglesfield
    Sep 9 2025

    The stories that shape us often hold the greatest power. In this episode, Colin Egglesfield, American actor, certified life coach, author, and motivational speaker, opens up about the life-altering moments that taught him how to turn vulnerability into connection.

    From surviving cancer to witnessing 9/11 from his apartment window, Colin explains how finding his voice and owning his story became the foundation for his speaking and coaching career. He shares why speakers don't need to be perfect. They just need to be present.

    You'll hear how fear dissolves when you care more about the message than the spotlight and why tapping into your story can be the bridge between where you are and the people you're meant to serve.

    Learn how your story might be your greatest strength too. Tune into the episode of Speaker Life: Your Story Is Your Greatest Asset with Colin Egglesfield.

    Colin Egglesfield is an actor, certified life coach, author, and motivational speaker who helps individuals become powerful, purpose-driven communicators. With over 5,000 hours of coaching experience, he guides clients through mindset shifts and communication strategies that inspire confidence and authenticity. His programs go beyond presentation skills, focusing on uncovering each person's unique story to resonate on a soul-deep level. Colin also speaks at schools and corporate events, sharing tools to overcome fear, rejection, and self-doubt. A dedicated athlete and philanthropist, he combines discipline with heart to empower others to live with impact.

    Connect with Colin Egglesfield:
    Website: https://colinegglesfield.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colinegglesfieldfanpage/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colinegglesfield/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colinegglesfield/

    X: https://x.com/cegglesfield

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColinEgglesfieldYouTube

    Lea Woodford is the founder of Speaker Life Magazine and Luxury Media Brands helping speakers and entrepreneurs amplify their message and grow their influence. With a background as a TV host and celebrity interviewer, she brings powerful media insight to every conversation. Through her podcast, magazine, and events, Lea empowers thought leaders to speak with clarity and purpose. Her work bridges storytelling with strategy, creating space for authentic voices to be heard. At the heart of it all, Lea helps leaders turn their message into lasting impact.

    Website: https://luxurymediabrands.com/
    Magazine Website: https://speakerlifemagazine.com/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Speakerlifemagazine
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leawoodford/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leawoodford/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmartFem/
    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leawoodford



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    25 mins
  • Adopting the Sales Mindset That Elevates Your Voice with Mark Hunter
    Aug 26 2025

    When you speak with clarity and sell with intention, your message moves people. In this episode, Mark Hunter, Sales Trainer/Consultant at The Sales Hunter, shares how speakers can confidently connect sales with service.

    Mark reveals how belief fuels every offer, how to build trust through storytelling, and why speaking without selling is leaving impact on the table. He also dives into strategies for prospecting, building authority, and staying consistent.

    You'll learn how to craft authentic pitches, spark urgency without pressure, and grow your brand through consistency, connection, and value.

    If you're tired of speaking for free, tune in to the episode of Speaker Life: Adopting the Sales Mindset That Elevates Your Voice with Mark Hunter.

    Mark Hunter, CSP, is a globally recognized sales keynote speaker and author known as "The Sales Hunter." With over 30 years of experience, Mark helps sales professionals elevate their voice by focusing on prospecting with integrity and selling with confidence. He's the author of A Mind for Sales, High-Profit Prospecting, and High-Profit Selling, which form the foundation of his high-energy keynotes and training sessions. Mark empowers teams to break through mental roadblocks, attract better prospects, and close deals at full price. His mission: to help salespeople achieve more than they thought possible by shifting their mindset first.

    Connect with Mark Hunter:
    Website: https://thesaleshunter.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkJamesHunter/

    https://www.facebook.com/TheSalesHunter/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markhunter/

    X: https://x.com/thesaleshunter

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesaleshunter/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheSalesHunter

    Lea Woodford is the founder of Speaker Life Magazine and Luxury Media Brands helping speakers and entrepreneurs amplify their message and grow their influence. With a background as a TV host and celebrity interviewer, she brings powerful media insight to every conversation. Through her podcast, magazine, and events, Lea empowers thought leaders to speak with clarity and purpose. Her work bridges storytelling with strategy, creating space for authentic voices to be heard. At the heart of it all, Lea helps leaders turn their message into lasting impact.

    Website: https://luxurymediabrands.com/
    Magazine Website: https://speakerlifemagazine.com/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Speakerlifemagazine
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leawoodford/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leawoodford/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmartFem/
    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leawoodford

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    23 mins