Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond

What if we told you that the world’s ultra-wealthy are powering an investment vehicle bigger than private equity and venture capital—managing a mind-blowing $14 trillion—and yet, most people have no idea what a family office actually is?

Get ready to have your perspective shifted in this episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond!

Host Lou Diamond sits down with Richard Wilson, founder of the Family Office Club, leader of the l...

What if the way you’ve learned to love is actually holding you back—and even harming the people you care about most?

In this eye-opening episode of Thrive Loud, host Lou Diamond sits down with trauma therapist and founder of the Love Clarity Method, Sanya Bari, to dive deep into what love really is…and unpacks the hidden traps of guilt, emotional over-responsibility, and survival-based love that plague even the most successful high ...

In this electrifying episode of Thrive LouD, host Lou Diamond welcomes back world-traveling film director, entrepreneur, and bestselling author Brant Pinvidic to reveal what life looks like AFTER the ultimate family globe-trot.

Fresh off a year of relentless travel, Brant Pinvidic shares raw insights about the emotional roller coaster of returning home, how the adventure changed his family dynamics, and what he truly learned about ...

Are Ivy League students smarter than a fifth grader?

Prepare to be surprised by this playful, campus-wide experiment that puts basic knowledge to the test—and reveals that even top scholars get stumped on the simplest questions.

In this special "Intern Takeover" episode of Thrive LouD, host Lou Diamond hands the mic to rockstar interns Audrey Chen and David Herzberger, who hit the snowy grounds of Cornell University with a...

What if "work-life balance" is really a myth—and the real struggle is between what you have to do and what you want to do?

In this episode of Thrive LouD, Lou Diamond sits down with Cherylanne Skolnicki, top-rated speaker, coach, and founder of Brilliant Balance, for an honest, eye-opening conversation that will challenge everything you think you know about balance. Cherylanne shares the story behind her transition from a ...

What if the pursuit of peak performance left you completely burned out—and the only way forward was to become the CEO of your own health?

In this jaw-dropping episode of Thrive LouD, host Lou Diamond sits down with Amanda Soukoulis, who shares her gripping journey from elite athlete, private equity star, and Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader finalist—all seemingly at the top of her game—to a sudden health crash that forced her to rebuild h...

What if the moment your life appeared most put-together was the exact instant everything fell apart?

In this revealing episode of Thrive LouD, host Lou Diamond sits down with Tara Benoit—a competitive athlete, CEO, and self-described “purpose-filled powerhouse”—whose journey took an unimaginable turn after surviving a rare and life-altering heart event (SCAD: Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection).

Discover how Tara Benoit,...

What if everything you thought was “common sense”… isn’t actually common at all?

On this eye-opening episode of Thrive Loud, host Lou Diamond welcomes Natsuyo Lipschutz—Tokyo native, global consultant, five-time speech contest champion, and cancer survivor—who reveals how our assumptions about culture, communication, and even “common sense” can lead to major misunderstandings, lost opportunities, and game-changing breakthroughs...

What if the secret to surviving—and thriving—in the chaos of change is learning to lead as if you’re skydiving into the unknown?

In this shockingly honest and insightful episode of Thrive LouD, host Lou Diamond welcomes innovation strategist and author of "Leading Through Free Fall," Brianna Sylver.

Prepare for an eye-opening conversation that rewrites the rules of leadership during turbulence, revealing why true ...

What if being a Jewish leader today meant navigating both unprecedented pride and relentless adversity—all at the exact same time?

In this episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond, you’ll hear firsthand how Rabbis Jonathan Jaffe and Rabbi Leora Londy are answering that challenge for their community, and what lessons their journey might hold for all of us during turbulent times.

Co-hosted by the ever-insightful Michelle Katz, Lou brin...

In this powerful episode of Thrive Loud, host Lou Diamond welcomes Tiffaney Childers—author, speaker, and suicide loss advocate—for a heartfelt and eye-opening conversation. Tiffaney shares her deeply personal story of losing both parents to suicide, her long journey through grief, and the moment that inspired her to reclaim her identity and help others find hope after tragedy. She introduces her "Rise Up Method," a step-...

What if the wounds holding you back aren’t the ones you can see—or even remember?

In this thought-provoking episode of “Thrive LouD,” host Lou Diamond sits down with certified trauma care practitioner and rapid transformational therapy expert Stacey Uhrig, unlocking the surprising truths about trauma, healing, and why so many high-achieving people struggle with feeling “not enough”—despite seemingly perfect childhoods.

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What if the harshest traumas you’ve faced could become the very fuel that drives you to thrive?

In this deeply moving episode of Thrive LouD, Lou Diamond sits down with Cristina Simmons—a dynamic speaker, trauma-informed wellness coach, pediatric occupational therapist, and author of Eat Your Feelings—for a conversation packed with raw honesty, resilience, and hope. Cristina opens up about her journey through childhood verbal ab...

What if taking a sledgehammer to your old apartment could reveal not only a spectacular new home—but also the secret ingredients to thriving in one of the toughest industries out there?

On this episode of Thrive Loud, host Lou Diamond sits down with Elizabeth Vergara, CEO and founder of Vergara Homes and the creative force behind the demo-to-decor podcast “Demo this, Build that.” Elizabeth shares her incredible journey from grow...

What if the true thief of your wealth isn’t out there—it’s lurking in your own mind?

On this episode of Thrive LouD, host Lou Diamond welcomes Hall of Fame speaker, best-selling author, and renowned relationship marketing expert Bill Cates. Bill introduces listeners to the concept behind his latest book, The Hidden Heist, and reveals how our unconscious beliefs and emotional hang-ups around money are, quite literally, robbing us...

What if everything you thought about “good” was wrong? What if being “good enough”—not perfect, not exceptional, just genuinely good—was actually… amazing?

In this thought-provoking episode of Thrive LouD, Lou Diamond welcomes Heather Campbell, author of Good is Amazing, for a conversation that will challenge everything you’ve ever learned about success, self-worth, and the drive for greatness. Together, they dig deep into why socie...

What if building a billionaire’s legacy, launching the next big blockchain, and closing Miami real estate deals could all happen in one place—over sun, champagne, and buried treasure hunts in the Hamptons?

In this jam-packed episode of Thrive Loud, Lou Diamond takes you inside the ultra-exclusive Global Passion Project event in Southampton, NY. You’ll get an unfiltered look at how family office leaders, tech visionaries, legacy buil...

What if the only thing holding you back from greatness is sitting quietly between your ears—your own mindset?

Get ready to have your mind blown on this episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond, as we dive into the fascinating world of mindset mastery, self-hypnosis, and performance breakthroughs with celebrity hypnotist, motivational speaker, and author, Ricky Kalmon.

In this genuinely eye-opening interview, Lou and Ricky brea...

What if you discovered that bravery isn’t something you’re born with—but a muscle anyone can build, one courageous act at a time?

In this inspiring episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, US Marine Corps veteran, keynote speaker, and bravery expert Jill Schulman unveils the science behind fear and how anyone can practice and grow their own courage. Jill shares her unlikely journey from a small-town Minnesota girl—arriving at Ma...