Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond

Building powerful business relationships doesn’t require cold pitches or massive ad budgets—it’s about authentic, service-driven connections.

In this high-energy episode, Josh Elledge, founder of PodVerified and podcasting OG, joins Lou Diamond to share time-tested strategies for leveraging podcasting as the #1 ROI tool for building credibility, attracting clients, and growing your influence. Learn why podcast gue...

Time is your most precious asset—and this episode will make you reconsider how you spend it. What if you only had 40 summers left to do what matters most?

Shane Mahoney, visionary entrepreneur and founder of Lugos Travel, joins Lou Diamond to share powerful insights from his book, "The 1840 Rule." Drawing from his personal journey, including a life-changing health diagnosis, Shane Mahoney reveals how putting numbers to our re...

What if everything you thought about workplace connection was wrong—and remote workers are actually the most connected employees of all?

In this eye-opening episode, Lou Diamond welcomes back human connection expert Jason Lauritsen to reveal the surprising and actionable findings from a groundbreaking study on connection at work. Discover why connection isn't just a nice-to-have, but the upstream force driving motivation, inc...

What if the real magic of sports isn’t the game, but the way it weaves generations, cultures, and total strangers together?

In this special solo episode of "Thrive LouD," experience the electric atmosphere as the New York Knicks chase their first championship in 53 years while the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off across North America.

Dive into a powerful exploration of how sports go beyond wins and losses, teaching lessons in loy...

What if the secret to finding love—at any age—has nothing to do with apps, luck, or even your own timeline, but starts with how you see (and show) yourself to the world?

On this episode of Thrive LouD, Lou Diamond sits down with internationally renowned confidence therapist, dating strategist, and image expert Kimmy Seltzer for a refreshingly candid conversation that will challenge everything you think you know about da...

What if your best ideas are getting ignored—not because they aren't brilliant, but because you’re answering the wrong question?

In this eye-opening episode of Thrive LouD, Lou Diamond sits down with pricing strategist and author Claire Wang, who reveals why so many game-changing concepts fail to make an impact and how to finally win that elusive “yes.” Claire Wang shares her unique journey through 20 years in...

What if a single unplugged power cord nearly derailed a top biotech leader’s story—and ended up launching an episode packed with innovation, real connection, and a peek inside Philadelphia’s hidden biotech gems?
In this lively, uplifting conversation, Lou Diamond welcomes Robert Christmas, the connector behind the Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center and the Union League’s Life Science Affinity Club. They d...

What if the real reason for starting—and still running—a hit podcast after 1,160 episodes is something the host has never admitted out loud?

In this special solo milestone episode, Lou Diamond pulls back the curtain on Thrive LouD, revealing the surprising truth about why the show began, how it’s unexpectedly transformed him, and why connection is both oxygen and necessity in today’s world. With humor, honest...

AI on Trial: Exploring Legal, Ethical, and Human Impacts with Dr. Jill Schiefelbein

What if your next AI chat could be held responsible for murder?

In this eye-opening episode of Thrive Loud, Lou Diamond welcomes AI strategist and communication expert Dr. Jill Schiefelbein to unpack one of the most controversial lawsuits in recent memory: a claim that ChatGPT was a co-conspirator in a deadly real-world crime. But as shocking ...

What if your favorite sports broadcaster, late-night host, and even a former president all showed up for a speed round—on the same podcast?

In this episode of Thrive LouD, master impressionist and comedian Josh Rosen joins Lou Diamond for an energetic and hilarious conversation that blurs the line between sports, pop culture, and satire. Josh Rosen reveals how his observational skills sparked his passion for impressions, talk...

What if Wall Street’s real secret isn’t a trading algorithm, but a giant network of relationships powered by genuine human connection?

In this episode of Thrive LouD, Lou Diamond sits down with Glenn Schorr , Evercore’s Senior Managing Director and host of "Evercore’s Flow of Funds," to unpack the rapid-fire world of financial research analysis and how trust and humanity win in a high-stakes, data-driven indu...

What if the secret to thriving as a woman in business is realizing—surprisingly—it’s actually not that serious?

This episode of Thrive LouD shatters the myth that empowerment must be stiff and somber, and instead takes you inside the vibrant universe of "It's Not That Serious," the women’s empowerment platform founded by former tech executive, model, jazz singer, and community builder Carrie Hunter.

Join Lou ...

What if the secret to law firm success isn’t found in a glossy ad or prestigious client list, but in something much more powerful—authentic relationships and a strategic embrace of change?

In this episode of Thrive LouD, Lou Diamond sits down with Deborah Farone, the go-to expert in law firm marketing and author of "Breaking Ground: How Successful Women Lawyers Develop Thriving Practices."

Together, they break down the m...

What if the biggest obstacle to winning negotiations isn’t your opponent—but your own reluctance to have tough conversations?

In this episode of Thrive LouD, Lou Diamond sits down with business strategist and negotiation expert Jonathan B. Smith—author of "Fight Less, Win More"—to debunk the myths about negotiation, decision-making, and what it really takes for teams to thrive.

You'll discover why most busine...

What if your greatest heartbreak became your ultimate source of power—and purpose?

In this episode of Thrive Loud, bestselling author, speaker, and certified wellness coach Jessica Moyer joins Lou Diamond to share how devastating loss led her to a life centered around health, wellness, and purposeful living. From losing her infant son and her father, to rebuilding herself and guiding others through grief, identity shifts, and...

What if the leaders we all admire—those seemingly unstoppable CEOs and visionaries—are actually more isolated and vulnerable than anyone imagines?

Lou Diamond sits down with Carmen Leiser, organizational psychologist and leader at the Movi Collective, to reveal why the mask of confidence so many leaders wear can be both powerful and deeply exhausting—and why removing it just might transform leadership for the bett...

What if the secret to thriving in life and business could be learned from the baseball diamond?

In this powerful episode of Thrive LouD, Lou Diamond welcomes back acclaimed baseball writer and author Ken Davidoff for an eye-opening conversation about his newest book, "101 Lessons from the Dugout: What Baseball and Softball Can Teach Us About the Game of Life."

Fittingly recorded LIVE in studio on Opening Day!!

Discover why Ken Davidof...

What if the secret to transforming your team's engagement and productivity starts with something as simple as telling your new hires why they stood out?

In this inspiring episode of Thrive Loud, Lou Diamond sits down with Ashley Herd — founder of The Manager Method, HR leader, LinkedIn Learning instructor, and co-host of the HR Besties podcast. Together, they reveal practical, actionable ways to unlock true human connection a...

What if the secret to thriving in finance isn’t knowing all the Wall Street jargon—but actually trusting your own instincts and values?

Lou Diamond sits down with trailblazing Wall Street veteran Dani Hughes, founder of Divine Asset Management, who shares her unconventional journey from California beach bartender to running her own firm in the thick of New York’s trading floors—and the powerful lessons learn...