Dr. Jesse Hanson welcomes integrative healing practitioner Megan Hanson for an honest conversation about personal transformation, family dynamics, trauma, and the journey toward authentic leadership. Together, they explore the power of embodiment, spiritual awakening, healing practices, and Megan’s work through Earth School Embodiment, highlighting how self-awareness and inner healing can inspire purposeful leadership and meaningful connection.

On Lead with Heart, host Dr. Jesse Hanson sits down with James Stevenson, COO of MuscleCare and president of DSL (Del Silencio a la Libertad), to explore a powerful journey of personal transformation and purpose-driven leadership. James reflects on overcoming limiting beliefs, embracing personal development and faith, and finding meaning through advocacy for child protection in Costa Rica. Together, they discuss resilience, healing, conscious leadership, and the importance of creating lasting social change through compassion and service.

• (00:00:00) - Lead With Heart
• (00:02:39) - Lead With Heart
• (00:04:10) - Open Letter: The Tall Poppy Syndrome
• (00:08:05) - James Oliver on Becoming a Full-Time Entrepreneur
• (00:11:37) - Looking for something in the world
• (00:13:03) - How to Get Out Of Your Own Headspace
• (00:14:30) - Lead with Heart
• (00:16:05) - Personal Development with a schizophrenic partner
• (00:18:57) - The Trauma of Leaving a Distant Relationship
• (00:23:10) - The Journey of a Lotus
• (00:24:03) - James on Finding His Purpose in Life
• (00:27:56) - James Stevenson
• (00:33:31) - James on Sexual Abuse in Tico
• (00:36:21) - James on the Sexual Abuse of Children
• (00:40:53) - Lead with Heart
• (00:42:11) - Dsl: What Are You Dreaming
• (00:45:48) - In the Elevator With Mercury
• (00:50:42) - A Lesson on How to Lead
• (00:52:51) - DSL: Leading With Heart

In this inspiring episode, host Jesse Hanson sits down with Ross McKenzie for a meaningful conversation about living with intention, embracing the present moment, and finding purpose in everyday life. Through personal stories, practical insights, and heartfelt reflections, Ross shares his perspective on overcoming challenges, staying focused on what truly matters, and creating a life aligned with one's values.

Together, they explore themes such as personal growth, resilience, gratitude, mindfulness, and the importance of taking action instead of waiting for the “perfect” moment. The discussion offers valuable lessons for anyone seeking greater fulfillment, balance, and clarity in both their personal and professional journey.

• (00:00:00) - Lead With Heart
• (00:02:40) - Lead With Heart
• (00:03:58) - Ross Barkley on Growing Up in Toronto
• (00:04:53) - The Goldilocks Story
• (00:06:22) - Anthony Robbins' Firewalk Seminar
• (00:11:40) - Ross On His Superstitious Experiences
• (00:15:25) - Lead with Heart
• (00:16:42) - Bipolar patient Ross McKenzie on his near death
• (00:19:23) - How to Get Off of Lithium
• (00:21:31) - Ross on His Drug Rehab
• (00:26:17) - Bipolar: Tell My Story in Documentary
• (00:27:50) - Inclination Stories for the Whole Self
• (00:28:47) - Lead with Heart
• (00:30:01) - The Making of 'Wonders'
• (00:31:13) - Ross on The Somatic Work
• (00:35:31) - The Work Is Never Done
• (00:37:48) - Coming soon: The Making of 'The film'
• (00:38:51) - The Coach as a Healer
• (00:40:59) - Lead with Heart
• (00:42:09) - How to Watch Bipolarized
• (00:44:04) - Ross on His Journey to Freedom
• (00:46:59) - Wonders of the World: Leading With Heart
• (00:53:00) - Ross's Heartwarming Story

In this inspiring episode of Lead with Heart, host Dr. Jesse Hanson sits down with Christine Conti, LPC, Air Force Veteran, and Founder of Phoenix Counseling and Wellness Center, for a heartfelt conversation about resilience, healing, and conscious leadership.

From her childhood in New York City and service in the U.S. Air Force to building a thriving integrative mental health practice, Christine shares the personal experiences that shaped her path as a therapist and wellness leader. Together, Jesse and Christine explore the transformative power of self-awareness, parts

In this powerful episode of Lead with Heart, host Dr. Jesse Hanson welcomes executive and life coach Marco Ortega for a deeply vulnerable conversation about healing, leadership, and personal transformation. Marco shares his journey from childhood trauma to becoming a neuroscience-based coach trained through Dr. Joe Dispenza’s NeuroChange Solutions. Together, they explore forgiveness, emotional safety, neuroplasticity, heart-centered leadership, and the practices that help people break old patterns and create a new future from within.

In this inspiring episode of Lead with Heart, host Dr. Jesse Hanson welcomes Christine Conti, LPC, Air Force Veteran, and Founder of Phoenix Counseling & Wellness Center, for a powerful conversation about healing, resilience, and the transformative journey of self-discovery.

Broadcast from the lush jungles of Costa Rica, Christine shares her personal story—from growing up in New York City and navigating the challenges of family dynamics, to serving in the U.S. Air Force and ultimately finding her calling as a mental health professional. Together, Jesse and Christine explore the impact of childhood roles, personal growth, and how adversity can become a catalyst for purpose and empowerment.

The discussion dives into evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as EMDR, DBT, ACT, and Sandtray Therapy, while also highlighting holistic modalities including Reiki, sound healing, yoga, and mindfulness. Christine explains how Phoenix Counseling & Wellness Center integrates traditional psychotherapy with wellness practices to create personalized healing experiences for clients and families

In this powerful episode of Lead with Heart, Dr. Jesse Hanson journeys deep into the lush mountains of Costa Rica to explore Metamorfinka — a breathtaking sanctuary built on transformation, sustainability, family, and conscious leadership. From handcrafted earth homes and bamboo architecture to organic farming, healing spaces, and ancient wisdom traditions, Irashapi and Concetta share how they left modern life behind to create a life rooted in nature, purpose, and heart-centered living.

This inspiring conversation dives into leadership, parenting, healing, embodiment, indigenous teachings, reciprocity, and the courage it takes to choose faith over fear. Discover how reconnecting with the land, embracing discomfort, and living in harmony with nature can awaken deeper purpose and lasting transformation.

In this powerful episode of Lead With Heart, aired 05-06-26 on NOW Media Television, Dr. Jesse Hansen sits down with trading coach Michael Wade for a deeply vulnerable conversation about leadership, emotional healing, spirituality, and success. From surviving corporate burnout at Oracle to building a heart-centered trading community in Costa Rica, Michael shares how childhood trauma, fear, and self-discovery shaped his journey toward conscious living and authentic leadership.

Together, they explore embodiment vs. spiritual bypassing, nervous system healing, mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and the true meaning of success beyond money. This inspiring interview offers wisdom for entrepreneurs, leaders, healers, and anyone seeking transformation, purpose, and inner peace.

• (00:00:00) - Meet Metamorfinka, the Farm of Transformation
• (00:02:07) - Lead with Heart
• (00:02:49) - A Few Minutes With Mike Wade
• (00:03:35) - Michael Waid on His Childhood
• (00:07:40) - Tim Ferriss on Why He Quit Oracle
• (00:12:39) - Michael's Journey to Lead With Heart
• (00:14:07) - Dr. Jesse Hanson
• (00:19:03) - Options Education: The Dance of Realization
• (00:22:22) - The Message From The Jamaican Investor
• (00:24:19) - Lead with Heart: Michael's Personal Transformation
• (00:27:20) - Lead with Heart
• (00:28:13) - Coming into the Heart
• (00:33:51) - Bypassing the Fear of Dying
• (00:38:03) - Michael Wade
• (00:40:03) - Lead with Heart
• (00:40:56) - Know Yourself
• (00:44:47) - Michael Brookes on balancing the
• (00:46:01) - Michael Brody
• (00:50:02) - The Power of Love in Business
• (00:52:56) - Lead with Heart