AudioLife Memoirs

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Biographical interviews revealing amazing life stories.

  1. From Founder Burnout to Purpose-Driven Living | Josh Dorfman

    May 26

    From Founder Burnout to Purpose-Driven Living | Josh Dorfman

    What if the biggest barrier to sustainability isn’t science or technology but human behavior? In this episode of the AudioLife Podcast, we sit down with Josh Dorfman — entrepreneur, author, media personality, and creator of The Lazy Environmentalist — for a fascinating conversation about innovation, consumer psychology, entrepreneurship, and building a more sustainable future. Josh shares the unexpected experiences that shaped his worldview, from studying global environmental issues to realizing that people are far more likely to embrace sustainable living when it’s convenient, enjoyable, and aligned with their everyday desires. We discuss:  Why most sustainability messaging fails  The psychology behind behavior change  Entrepreneurship and purpose-driven business  Building brands around convenience and human nature  Leadership lessons from sports and business  The origin story behind The Lazy Environmentalist Why curiosity and empathy matter in innovation  How small choices can create large-scale impact

    1h 14m
  2. What If We’re More Than We’ve Been Told? | Kris Land

    May 9

    What If We’re More Than We’ve Been Told? | Kris Land

    In this thought-provoking episode of the AudioLife Memoirs podcast, host Carrie Purcell sits down with entrepreneur, author, and teacher Chris Land for a deep conversation about spirituality, consciousness, entrepreneurship, purpose, and the experiences that shaped his worldview.  Chris shares his journey from introverted computer prodigy to serial entrepreneur, revealing how selling his first company at age 17 led to an existential crisis that sparked decades of exploration into the nature of the soul, human experience, and what he calls “the game of Earth.”  The conversation explores:  Chris’s early out-of-body experiences and near-death experience  The origins of his book The Infinity Within Why he believes curiosity is one of humanity’s greatest tools  The connection between spirituality and entrepreneurship  Lessons learned from building companies, raising children, and mentoring others  His philosophy around success, manifestation, and consciousness

    1h 17m
  3. Interview Your Parents Before It’s Too Late | Kyle Thiermann

    Apr 16

    Interview Your Parents Before It’s Too Late | Kyle Thiermann

    What would you ask your parents if you knew you couldn’t ask forever? In this episode of the AudioLife Podcast, Carrie sits down with author, journalist, and podcaster Kyle Thiermann to explore the power of interviewing your parents—and why it might be one of the most meaningful things you ever do. Kyle shares the deeply personal story that led him to interview his own parents after a life-altering moment, and how those conversations turned into his book One Last Question Before You Go. Together, they unpack the emotional, practical, and sometimes uncomfortable reality of documenting family stories. This conversation goes beyond nostalgia. It’s about understanding identity, navigating generational divides, and building empathy before it’s too late.

    58 min
  4. AudioLife Memoirs Series - Dave Towle

    Mar 31

    AudioLife Memoirs Series - Dave Towle

    Finding Your Break: David Towle on Cycling, Setbacks, and the Power of Mindset. In this episode of the AudioLife Podcast, host Carrie Purcell sits down with cycling announcer David Towle to explore a life shaped by movement, chance encounters, and the moments that quietly change everything. From a childhood that spanned continents to growing up in Boulder during a transformative era, David shares how environment, community, and proximity to opportunity helped shape his path. But this conversation goes deeper than cycling: it’s about resilience, identity, and the mindset shifts that carry us through uncertain seasons. At the heart of this episode is a simple but powerful idea: sometimes all it takes is one small moment—one person believing in you—to help you catch your break.

    1h 1m
  5. AudioLife Memoirs Series - Cindy Adams

    Mar 6

    AudioLife Memoirs Series - Cindy Adams

    What happens when grief opens the door to something unexpected? In this powerful episode of the AudioLife Podcast, host Carrie Purcell sits down with author Cindy Adams, whose life changed forever after the sudden death of her son, Adam. In the years that followed, Cindy began experiencing what she describes as a series of communications, signs, and synchronicities that reshaped her understanding of death, consciousness, and the nature of reality. Her memoir, Adam’s Gift, explores this journey — from devastating loss to a deeper sense of connection and purpose. Cindy shares how these experiences unfolded, the questions they raised, and how they ultimately inspired her to help others heal and explore their own beliefs about life, death, and consciousness. This is a conversation about grief, curiosity, and the possibility that love continues beyond what we can see.

    1h 7m
  6. AudioLife Memoirs Series - Edward Mack Francis

    Feb 12

    AudioLife Memoirs Series - Edward Mack Francis

    In this episode of the AudioLife Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Edward Mack Francis—an executive coach, consultant, community leader, and passionate advocate for experiential learning. From the peanut farms of Halifax County, North Carolina, to the boardrooms of Atlanta’s most impactful nonprofits, Edward’s life journey is shaped by a deep commitment to doing good and doing well. As a man whose story spans family legacy, corporate leadership, and academic inquiry, Edward shares how his upbringing by two educator parents and a pioneering grandfather laid the groundwork for his lifelong values: family, faith, service to Atlanta, and experiential learning. Whether reflecting on his career at IBM or discussing his doctoral research on fact-based intuition and informed judgment, Edward reveals the through-lines of his life—integrity, curiosity, and a drive to uplift others through mentorship and meaningful connection.

    59 min
  7. AudioLife Memoirs Series - Arnaud Blandin

    Jan 30

    AudioLife Memoirs Series - Arnaud Blandin

    What does sustainability really mean—and how can AI help us get there? In this episode of AudioLife Memoirs, host Carrie Purcell sits down with Arnaud Blandin, CEO & Founder of IRIS (Institute for Responsible Innovation and Sustainability) and co-author of The AI Revolution. Arnaud brings over 20 years of experience across engineering, entrepreneurship, and sustainability—including work on NASA’s Mars Rover—to unpack how leaders can embed sustainability into growth strategies without sacrificing performance. From redefining sustainability as a way of seeing the world, to introducing Compassion-omics as a framework for rewarding human flourishing, this conversation explores how AI can be both a catalyst for optimization and a tool for systemic change—if used responsibly.

    49 min
  8. "The Year Between Us" Series - C Maximo

    Jan 20

    "The Year Between Us" Series - C Maximo

    In the final episode our New Year's series The Year Between Us, we turn the microphone toward someone who is usually behind the scenes. C Maximo, AudioLife’s audio engineer and a core member of our creative family, joins us to reflect on 2025 and look ahead to 2026.  From building a thriving creative business with her husband, to navigating health challenges, to leading with generosity through community fundraisers, C shares an honest and powerful reflection on growth, resilience, and purpose. We talk about creativity as fuel, the importance of community, the realities of entrepreneurship, and what it means to claim confidence in spaces where your voice hasn’t always been centered. This episode is a reminder that the people shaping the work behind the scenes often carry the deepest stories of all.

    14 min
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Biographical interviews revealing amazing life stories.

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  • Creator
    AudioLife
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    68
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © AudioLife Memoirs, LLC
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    AudioLife Memoirs