The Hit of Happiness Podcast

Brian
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Bringing you positivity and motivation to help you reframe your reality and transcend your limits!

  1. MAR 23

    Running 7 Marathons on 7 Continents in 7 Days with Natalia Lazarus

    On this episode of the Hit of Happiness Pod, Brian sits down with Natalia Lazarus—an author, endurance athlete, coach, speaker, and one of the more inspiring people you’ll hear from. Natalia shares her career and running journey from corporate life and casual runner to chasing a more aligned, purpose-driven path, and the pivotal moments that shaped her along the way. At the center of the conversation is her experience completing the Great World Race—7 marathons, 7 continents, in 7 days—and what it truly takes, physically and mentally, to push beyond your limits. This episode goes beyond endurance. It’s about happiness, growth, and having the courage to go after big dreams, even when they feel out of reach. If you’ve been feeling stuck or questioning what’s possible for your life, this conversation is for you. Website Instagram LinkedIn Book: The Inner Race Audio Book: Coming April 2026

    1h 13m

  2. JAN 26

    The Power of Hope with Koty Marine

    On this episode of the Hit of Happiness Pod, Brian sits down with Koty Marine—a coaching client turned friend whose story is rooted in resilience, honesty, and growth. Introduced by her brother about a year ago, Brian and Koty felt an instant connection. In this conversation, Koty shares her journey through happiness, trauma, caregiving, and the life-altering decisions that followed. She opens up about the invisible weight of supporting a partner through recovery, the hardest moments no one sees, and what it took to keep choosing hope. While coaching is part of their shared history, this episode focuses on Koty’s lived experience, personal growth, and the lessons she’s carried forward—including how coaching supported her alongside (not instead of) her healing. If you’ve ever had to rebuild your life, redefine happiness, or choose yourself in the middle of uncertainty, this episode is for you. Instagram LinkedIn

    59 min

  3. 11/24/2025

    Vision Quests & Rites of Passage with Ret Taylor

    On this episode of the pod, Brian sits down with Ret Taylor, a former founder turned transformational coach, guide and facilitator who helps high-achievers rediscover their wildest, most authentic selves. Over the course of 20 + years in business, Ret has developed the “Misogi System,” a framework combining nature, mindset, and challenge. He now leads deep, purpose-driven experiences, including the wilderness-based Vision Quest, a solo fasted experience in nature. In this conversation we explore: His origin story: what drove him from entrepreneurship into coaching and facilitation; the people and pivotal moments that shaped his path.A deep dive into the Vision Quest: why he created a group version for entrepreneurs, his role as facilitator, what he witnessed, and what he gained.A turn of the table moment: Ret interviews Brian about Brian’s own Vision Quest experience: the preparation, the solitude, the reflections, the integration, and what it’s been like coming back into everyday life.If you’re drawn to conversations that stretch beyond performance and into presence, that tip-toe the line between wilderness, leadership, awakening and living purposefully, this episode is for you. Ret Taylor Website LinkedIn Instagram

    1h 4m

  4. 10/20/2025

    Living a Sovereign Life with Camila Greenberg

    On this episode of the pod, Brian sits down with Camila Greenberg — the world first sovereignty coach.  Camila is also a healer, and teacher on a mission to guide you out of victimhood into the life you've always dreamed of through mindset mastery, somatic practices, and spiritual embodiment. Through her multidisciplinary background, Camila crafts experiences that are emotionally charged and transformative. In this conversation, we dive into her path from young actress to coach, how she helps her clients get embodied, and what it means to lead with intuition . If you’re drawn to conversations that tip toe the line of human and spiritual, this one's for you.  Camila Greenberg Instagram

    51 min

  5. 08/24/2025

    Summiting Everest with Jason Weiss

    On this episode of the pod, Brian sits down with Jason Weiss, a mountain and adventure photographer based in Golden, Colorado, whose lens captures the world from its highest peaks. Unlike most, Jason doesn’t shoot mountains from the valley floor—he climbs them. On this episode, we go over his journey from the world of finance and economics to full time photographer, the physical and creative demands of the job, especially when chasing peaks like Everest, and why authenticity and perspective matter in art. If you want to be transported to awe-inspiring mountaintops through story—this one’s for you. Jason Weiss Photography Instagram

    1h 3m

  6. 08/04/2025

    Making Life Work for You with Janine McClintock

    On this episode of the pod, Brian sits down with Janine McClintock, a coach, author, and CEO who helps individuals and organizations stay relevant in a rapidly evolving world. In this episode, Janine shares her journey of navigating transitions, rewriting her story, and helping others do the same. We talk about embracing change at any age, finding meaning in your next chapter, artificial intelligence, and how to lead with relevance and authenticity. If you're feeling called to evolve or reinvent yourself, this one’s for you, and make sure to check out her new book "Stir It Up." New Book: Stir It Up LinkedIn Instagram J9 Solutions

    55 min

  7. 06/29/2025

    Finding Joy After Trauma with Dr. Samantha Harte

    On this episode of the pod, Brian sits down with Dr. Samantha Harte, a therapist, author, and self-worth advocate to explore the journey from pain to power. Dr. Harte combines neuroscience, trauma-informed healing, and raw personal experience to help people reclaim their self-worth and live unapologetically. In this episode, we talk about breaking free from people-pleasing, sobriety, healing emotional wounds, and learning to trust your inner voice. If you’ve ever struggled to feel “enough,” this conversation will resonate with you!  Dr. Samantha Harte's Website Instagram Book: Breaking the Circuit

    1h 2m

  8. 06/02/2025

    Calling in Your Person with Heart Coach Courtney Dorne

    On this episode of the pod, Brian sits down with Heart Coach Courtney Dorne to discuss all things love. In a world where love can feel elusive, or we often settle rather than putting in the work to find our person, Courtney helps people call in their soul mate. In this episode, we talk about self-love, love languages, and so much more. If you're into love (and who isn't) this one is for you!  Check out Courtney on Instagram

    50 min
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Bringing you positivity and motivation to help you reframe your reality and transcend your limits!

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  • Creator
    Brian
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Hit of Happiness Podcast
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