In this deeply moving episode of The Hidden Why, I sit down with Ken Miller, author of Becoming Ken: One Black Man’s Journey from Ivy League to Prison and Back Again. Ken’s life story is unlike any I’ve heard—a raw and honest account of trauma, addiction, incarceration, and ultimately, transformation.
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In this empowering episode of The Hidden Why, host Leigh Martinuzzi sits down with Dr. Mark Sherwood, a former professional athlete, retired police officer, and now a leading naturopathic doctor on a mission to transform global health. Together with his wife, Dr. Michele Sherwood, he runs the Functional Medical Institute, helping thousands reclaim their vitality and longevity through a blend of science, faith, and holistic wellness.
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In this insightful episode of The Hidden Why, Leigh Martinuzzi sits down with Dr. Bradley Nelson, renowned holistic physician, lecturer, and author of the bestselling books The Heart Code . Dr. Nelson shares his latest work, The Heart Code, and dives deep into the concept of the Heart Wall—emotional baggage that can block us from experiencing love, abundance, and true healing.
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This isn’t just about getting through hard times. It’s about learning the art of Alchemy—transforming your pain, fear, and past struggles into unshakable resilience and clear purpose. You’ll discover the science-backed tools and heart-led wisdom to stop being defined by your history and start being refined by it.
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In this deeply moving episode of The Hidden Why, I sit down with Adriene Caldwell, author of Unbroken Life Outside the Lines, for a powerful conversation about trauma, healing, and resilience.
Adriene’s early life was filled with unimaginable hardship: raised by a schizophrenic and abusive mother, she experienced neglect, homelessness, foster care, addiction, and profound loss, all before the age of 21. Her memoir is a raw account of surviving physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, but more importantly, it’s a story of hope and transformation.
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Episode 1137: From Survival to Thriving – A Conversation with Jon Rosemberg In this deeply insightful episode of The Hidden Why Podcast, Leigh Martinuzzi sits down with Jon Rosemberg—author, positive…
In this deeply insightful episode of The Hidden Why Podcast, Leigh Martinuzzi sits down with Jon Rosemberg—author, positive psychology expert, and founder of Anther—to explore the transformational journey from surviving to truly thriving.
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In this fascinating and future-forward conversation, author and former tech executive Gary F. Bengier joins Leigh to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, robotics, philosophy, and human purpose. Drawing on his experience at eBay and his later studies in astrophysics and philosophy, Gary shares the thinking behind his visionary novels Unfettered Journey and Journey to 2125.
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In this episode, I’m joined by Derek Rogers — a passionate advocate for men’s mental health and emotional well-being. Derek shares his deeply personal journey through depression and burnout, and what helped him find his way back to connection, balance, and joy.
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In this profound episode of The Hidden Why, host Leigh Martinuzzi is joined by Hussein Hallak, a writer, entrepreneur, and relentless seeker of life’s deepest truths.
Born in Damascus, Syria, Hussein’s journey has taken him from an electrical engineering student to founding over 20 ventures across tech, education, and culture. As the General Manager at Launch Academy, he has supported thousands of entrepreneurs from over 100 countries. But his true work lies in helping people reclaim agency, navigate complexity, and live with intention.
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