
Resilience Unravelled
These podcasts help you get the most from life and work by helping you reduce burnout and improve your resilience and performance.
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The Dynamics of Swag: Inside the Promotional Merchandise Industry with Jay Sapovits on Resilience Unravelled
In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, host Russell Thackeray interviews Jay Sapovits, founder of Ink’d Stores, a promotional marketing firm based in Boston. Jay discusses the intricacies of the merch and swag industry, providing insights into B2B promotional products, ROI tracking, and the cultural phenomenon of br
In this episode of 'Resilience Unravelled,' Dr. Joe Nieusma, a toxicologist with 37 years of experience, discusses the effects of toxins on the human body. Dr. Joe explains the basics of toxicology, emphasising the principle that 'the dose makes the poison.' He elaborates on how both external and internal toxins affect
In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, host Russell Thackeray interviews Dona Amelia, a dynamic leader originally from a small village in Indonesia, who shares her inspiring journey from poverty to becoming a global figure in the entertainment and business world. Dona delves into her early life challenges, her famil
In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, we meet Craig Polsfuss, a psychologist with a unique name and a compelling story. Craig shares his journey growing up in Minnesota, his education in psychology, sociology, and philosophy, and highlights a significant moment of awakening at age 28 that transformed his understand

Turning Adversity into Opportunity: Michael Erath's Journey from Manufacturing to Coaching
In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr Russell Thackeray interviews Michael Erath, a former executive in the hardwood veneer manufacturing industry turned business coach. Michael shares his background in the family business, the challenges of transitioning from domestic to export markets, and the devastating disc

Understanding Blind Spots with Kevin McCarthy: A Journey from Success to Incarceration and Beyond
In this episode of 'Resilience Unravelled,' host Dr. Russell Thackeray welcomes Kevin McCarthy, a former entrepreneur turned consultant, who shares his remarkable life story. From becoming a paper millionaire during the late 90's dot-com bubble to losing everything and eventually spending 33 months in a federal prison