Productive Passions
Change is happening everywhere eliciting excitement and anticipation in its wake. How do we harness that excitement for ourselves when we find work to be overwhelming, monotonous, or dissatisfying and we’re ready for change? That’s the question we’re looking to answer as we talk with guests who have turned their passion into meaningful work! Productive Passions - hosted by Christy Tagye - takes us on a journey with guests who have dared to reshape their lives and follow their dreams. In each episode, we have candid conversations with people who have embraced change jumping headfirst into uncertainty and following their passions. We’ll explore their stories, experiences, sources of support, and what fuels their motivation to persevere when things aren’t sunshine and rainbows. Hear from experts who provide valuable advice, and resources for actionable steps to begin your transformative journey. Subscribe to Productive Passions wherever you listen to podcasts and never miss an episode!
Episodes
Today’s Takeaways:
- Giving Fuels Growth Bettina’s “flywheel” is built on giving, supporting, and championing others. The more she gives, the more her wealth and impact grow.
- Invest in Founders First Bettina backs people: character, courage, coachability, and emotional intelligence matter more than the pitch.
- Founders Must Be Resilient Operators Early-stage leaders are the salesperson, HR, CFO, and cleaner! Emotional stamin...
Today’s Takeaways:
- Design for All, Benefit Everyone • Remember that technologies created to empower people with disabilities often unlock efficiencies and greater equality for everyone. When you innovate with accessibility in mind, you’re not just helping one group—you’re lifting the entire community.
- Continuously Update Legacy Solutions • Periodically audit older a...
Today’s Takeaways:
- Answering a Higher Calling Nico walked away from a successful career to follow his true mission: bringing dignity to those facing the worst of humanity’s crises.
- From Immigrant Dreamer to Global Changemaker Arriving with no connections, no English, and no funding, he turned a personal dream of emergency shelters into CMAX, a UN-recognized organiz...
Christy Tagye talks with Neal Collins, a real estate strategist and sustainability leader, about building communities around connection and purpose. Learn how inclusive housing, agrihoods, and design innovation can shape a resilient future.
In This Episode: • Why purpose-driven development increases ROI • How agrihoods connect people to land and food • Rethinking zoning to foster stronger communities • Creating affordable housing...
In this episode, Christy T sits down with Nevine Coutry, founder of PlayDate, a platform dedicated to helping single parents find connection. Nevine shares how life challenges, passion, and perseverance fueled her journey from idea to impactful startup.
In Today's Episode: • Key entrepreneurial traits that fuel real success • Why the “confidence gap” holds women back—and how to fix it • How PlayDate supports isolated single paren...
Christy Tagye moderates a powerful panel of climate and sustainability experts discussing how to scale regenerative practices. Featuring leaders in green tech, architecture, and finance, this episode focuses on building future-ready, eco-smart communities.
In This Episode: • Why action on sustainability can’t wait for policy • Real-world solutions in construction and green investing • Affordable green materials reshaping the indu...
In this episode, Christy T is joined by members of Nexora Group—a global collective empowering women in the creative economy. They explore how building inclusive communities, fostering agency, and prioritizing authenticity spark innovation and sustainable success.
In This Episode: • How diverse creative communities create exponential impact • Why boundaries spark innovation and protect energy • Real-world tools women use to thriv...
Christy T speaks with Owen Lynch and Doric Earle from Restorative Farms. They share how regenerative farming drives community resilience, combats chronic illness with food as medicine, and fosters local economic and environmental sustainability.
In This Episode: • Innovation and collaboration in sustainable farming • Building strategic partnerships with suppliers and communities • Hiring formerly incarcerated individuals to boost...
Host Christy T explores transformative insights with Jake from Axis Yoga NC. Jake discusses embracing curiosity, community support, and self-care as essential tools for growth, connection, and navigating life’s twists.
In This Episode: • Nurturing effortless, energizing connections • Honoring the non-linear, unique nature of life journeys • The importance of slowing down to foster transformation • Leaning into community for mutua...
Host Christy Tagye welcomes Diane Mani, Psy.D., a grief and trauma expert. Diane offers compassionate guidance on navigating grief with presence, permission to feel, and self-kindness. This episode sheds light on healing practices and supporting others during loss.
In This Episode: • The naturalness of regret and self-compassion in grief • Asking “What do you need?” to honor unique grieving processes • Mindful practices to soften s...
Host Christy T chats with Erin Martin, founder of Fresh Rx Oklahoma and expert on aging. Erin shares her inspiring journey pioneering health innovation through integrity, adaptability, and trust. This episode explores overcoming obstacles, building lasting community impact, and embracing hope for a healthier future.
In This Episode: • Keys to success through integrity and relentless drive in health innovation • Overcoming skeptici...
Christy T sits down with Bill Jollie of Interrupt Hunger to explore how food education, movement, and collaboration can tackle chronic disease and food insecurity.
In This Episode: • How 8 of the top 10 causes of death link to poor nutrition • Why food education is a tool for empowerment • Building sustainable, community-based health solutions • From ultra-processed to home-grown: a nutrition shift • Addressing social isolation t...
Christy T and Jennifer Koster explore what it means to reinvent yourself, recover from hardship, and lead authentically after personal and collective disaster.
In This Episode: • How to face resistance with clarity and intention • Business recovery through strong project foundations • The role of personal baggage in work and relationships • Reinvention after rock bottom • Courage, vulnerability, and mindset during crises • A snea...
Future of Fashion: Personalization, Sustainability & Style Confidence | Productive Passions | Ep. 27
Christy T chats with Dressarte founder Nathalie Neuilly about sustainability, personalization, and how fashion is evolving with culture, innovation, and confidence.
In This Episode: • Why personalization is the future of sustainable fashion • How cultural heritage inspires your style journey • Using fashion as a tool for self-confidence • Blazing new paths in fashion entrepreneurship • The tech reshaping the future of ethical fash...
Host Christy T speaks with Dr. Jeanne Retief about transforming trauma into purpose and building a wellness-focused beauty brand rooted in authenticity and identity.
In Today's Episode: • How heritage influences innovation • Turning panic into power through intentional business • The value of inner peace in entrepreneurship • Creating brands aligned with your emotional timing • Defining success through your personal operating manu...
Christy T welcomes Dr. Callie Lance to discuss how resilience, mindset shifts, and physical health intersect to shape lasting success in both life and business.
In This Episode: • Learn the mindset shift from “Why me?” to “Why not me?” • Why entrepreneurs should think like endurance athletes • How physical strength can elevate mental health • Inspiration for those with learning disabilities • Tools to build grit, persistence, and...
Host Christy T is joined by licensed psychotherapist Eamonn McKay to explore narcissistic abuse recovery, practical boundaries, and reclaiming personal power
In This Episode: • Learn the 5 stages of narcissistic relationships • Discover how the grey rock method can defuse toxic behavior • Understand what narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) really means • Tips for handling narcissists in professional environments • Why therapy i...
Christy T chats with entrepreneur DeVonne Hart, founder of PlanitPonics, about the importance of internal alignment in building an impactful business. From intuition to discipline, DeVonne shares how stillness, mentorship, and consistency helped shape her success.
In This Episode: • Why journaling and stillness fuel strategic growth • Using your gut + data for smart growth • Spotting opportunity through accessibility gaps • The hum...
Explore how integrating nature and sustainability into your spaces improves mood, productivity, and the planet’s future. Learn to think long-term, focus on solutions, embrace systemic change, and share knowledge to drive collective environmental impact.
In This Episode: • Bring natural elements indoors to boost well-being • Consider long-term sustainability in investments • Shift from problem-spotting to solution-creating • Suppo...
As we kick off Productive Passions, I can’t think of a better way than talking about Gratitude. In this special edition episode of Productive Passions, we’re talking with Brendan Kamm, CEO of Thnks. Brendan shares his passion for infusing gratitude into business practice. He was was passionate about making gratitude a permanent part of business that he co-created a business to say Thanks!
In today’s episodes, we discuss:
1) Expec...
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