The School of Heritage
Welcome to The School of Heritage, your ultimate weekly dose of inspiration, knowledge, and transformation! Every episode, I bring you dynamic conversations with a diverse lineup of experts, innovators, and everyday game-changers who are here to help you unlock your full potential. From mastering new skills to conquering life’s biggest challenges, The School of Heritage is all about personal evolution. My guests share their unique insights, tools, and secrets to success, offering you powerful strategies to level up in every area of your life — mind, body, career, and beyond. Ready to grow? Each episode is packed with practical wisdom, thought-provoking ideas, and fresh perspectives to fuel your journey toward becoming the best version of yourself. Whether you’re looking for actionable advice or simply a spark of motivation, The School of Heritage is your go-to source for growth. Tune in every week and join a community that’s committed to learning, thriving, and evolving together. Let’s grow!
Episodes
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Authentic Authority: Leading from Your Strengths, Not Your Stress | Rhonda Parmer
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
What if your greatest leadership power came from who you are—not how much you push?
In this transformative episode, we dive into the concept of Authentic Authority—the kind of leadership that doesn’t burn you out, but builds you up. Discover how to lead from your natural strengths instead of running on adrenaline, overworking, or people-pleasing. You’ll learn how top executives are redefining success by tapping into their core values, setting healthy boundaries, and building teams that thrive on clarity, not chaos.
Whether you’re managing a team or leading a company, this episode will show you how to step into your power without sacrificing your peace.
💡 Topics include:
Why self-awareness is your greatest leadership asset
How to identify and apply your natural strengths
The science behind stress, burnout, and executive fatigue
Daily strategies for sustainable, values-driven leadership
This episode is your permission slip to lead with confidence, calm, and conviction.
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Ever dreamed of becoming a runner or cyclist but didn’t know where to start? This episode is your motivational kickstart! Whether you’re starting from zero or getting back into fitness after a break, we’re breaking down everything you need to build endurance, stay injury-free, and actually enjoy the journey.
You’ll learn how to set realistic goals, choose the right gear, create a training plan that works for your schedule, and avoid common beginner mistakes. We also explore how movement boosts your mental health and helps you build a lifestyle of consistency—not perfection. If you're ready to go from couch to confident, this one’s for you. 🏃♀️🚴♂️
Let’s get moving—your finish line is closer than you think.
Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
The Loneliness Epidemic in Men: How Community Heals Isolation | Matt Walker
Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
In this powerful episode, we dive into The Loneliness Epidemic in Men: How Community Heals Isolation. Despite living in a hyper-connected world, more men than ever are struggling in silence—facing disconnection, emotional suppression, and a lack of meaningful friendships. Matt unpacks the cultural, emotional, and psychological factors behind this quiet crisis, and shares how intentional community, brotherhood, and safe spaces can offer a path toward healing and wholeness. Whether you’re a man seeking deeper connection or someone who supports one, this conversation will inspire a new way of thinking about strength, vulnerability, and the true power of being seen.
Link to learn more: https://mattwalkeradventure.myflodesk.com/ridgeline
Friday Apr 11, 2025
Friday Apr 11, 2025
In this powerful episode, we dive into what truly makes a team unstoppable. Beyond talent and strategy, it’s the shared energy, purpose, and belief that fuels collective momentum. You’ll discover how teams can shift from individual ambition to unified drive—where every win is shared and every setback becomes a setup for growth.
Mike shares real-world examples, science-backed insights, and practical tools for cultivating motivation across diverse personalities, skill sets, and roles. Whether you're leading a team, coaching a group, or trying to strengthen your own collaboration skills, this episode reveals how to build trust, sustain energy, and keep everyone moving forward—together.
Because winning is sweeter, stronger, and more sustainable when no one’s left behind. 🏆🔥
Ready to unlock your team’s next level? Let’s go.
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
Is it possible to reduce pain without pills? In this powerful episode, we explore how clinical hypnotherapy is reshaping the way we understand and manage chronic pain. You’ll hear from Christoffel who use mind-body techniques to help patients retrain their brain’s response to pain signals—often with life-changing results.
From fibromyalgia to migraines, learn how hypnotherapy works on the subconscious level to ease suffering, accelerate healing, and empower people to reclaim their lives. Whether you’re seeking alternative healing tools or simply curious about the science behind the mind’s influence on the body, this episode offers fascinating insights and real hope.
Tune in and discover the untapped healing potential that already lives within you.
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
In this heartwarming episode, we explore how the simple act of caring for a pet can profoundly shape a child’s emotional and social development. From building empathy and responsibility to reducing anxiety and increasing confidence, animals offer more than companionship—they provide healing, learning, and connection.
Nancy, a veterinarian and animal-assisted therapy expert, shares real-life stories and research on how pets help kids express emotions, develop stronger social bonds, and cope with stress. Whether you're a parent, educator, or animal lover, this episode offers inspiring insights into the power of paws to positively transform young lives. 🐾💛
Tune in to discover how our furry friends are silent teachers of compassion and growth.
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
From School to Prison: How Education Gaps Feed the Jail Pipeline | Jacob Moon
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
In this powerful episode, we uncover the troubling connection between underfunded schools, systemic inequality, and the rising incarceration rates among marginalized youth. Known as the "school-to-prison pipeline," this phenomenon reveals how disciplinary policies, lack of resources, and early academic struggles can funnel vulnerable children—especially students of color—out of classrooms and into the criminal justice system.
Jacob dives into the root causes, including zero-tolerance policies, implicit bias, and generational poverty, while also highlighting innovative programs working to break the cycle. Whether you're an educator, parent, policymaker, or advocate, this conversation offers eye-opening insights and actionable solutions to protect the future of our youth.
💡 Tune in to learn how education can either be a gateway to opportunity—or a fast track to incarceration.
Saturday Apr 05, 2025
Saturday Apr 05, 2025
In a world where likes, titles, and opinions often define our worth, how do we reconnect with who we truly are? In this powerful episode, we explore what it really means to become yourself—without chasing approval, fitting into boxes, or living someone else’s dream.
You’ll learn how subtle conditioning shapes your identity, why purpose isn’t something you “find” but something you remember, and how to silence the outside noise long enough to hear your own voice.
Whether you’ve been people-pleasing, doubting your path, or simply feel disconnected from what truly lights you up—this conversation offers mindset shifts and reflective tools to guide you back home to your authentic self.
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Thriving Through Community: The Hidden Power of Human Connection | Rachel Schneider
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
In a world that often glorifies independence, we forget that true strength comes from connection. In this episode, we dive into the science and soul of community, exploring how the people we surround ourselves with shape our mental health, success, and overall well-being.
From the biological need for belonging to the emotional healing that happens in safe, supportive circles, we’ll uncover why human connection isn’t just nice to have—it’s essential for thriving. Tune in to learn how to find, nurture, and grow your tribe in a way that elevates every area of your life.
Wednesday Apr 02, 2025
Wednesday Apr 02, 2025
In this episode, we explore the science behind Red Light Therapy and its incredible ability to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and accelerate the body’s natural healing process—without relying on medication. John breaks down how this non-invasive therapy works, the conditions it can help treat, and practical ways to incorporate it into your wellness routine.
Whether you're dealing with chronic pain, muscle recovery, or skin health concerns, this episode will illuminate how light can be a powerful tool for healing. Tune in and discover how to take control of your health, naturally!