The Regenerative Inspiration Podcast with host Will Feldman

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Regenerative Inspiration with Will Feldman isn’t just another leadership podcast—it’s a deep dive into grit, purpose, and the stories that shape extraordinary lives. Emmy-nominated storyteller, chiropractor turned global brand strategist, regenerative rancher, avalanche survivor, and traveler to 50+ countries, Will brings a lifetime of wild experiences and authentic curiosity to every conversation. From boardrooms to barnyards, this is where raw truth meets real wisdom—fuel for leaders, creators, and anyone hungry to live with purpose.

  1. Mar 19

    From Prison to CEO: Marcus Wilson on Restoration & Building IntelligIS | Regenerative Inspiration

    In this episode of Regenerative Inspiration, host Will Feldman sits down with Marcus Wilson, CEO of IntelligIS and founder of Bounceback, for a powerful conversation about resilience, redemption, and rebuilding your life with purpose. Marcus shares his journey from growing up in the Mississippi Delta to serving in the U.S. Air Force (Secure Communications Cryptographic Specialist), and the hard lessons that followed when he made decisions that changed his life. After being incarcerated and facing the weight of stigma, Marcus talks candidly about what helped him bounce back—discipline, personal responsibility, mentorship, and showing up even when he expected to hear “no.” You’ll also hear how Marcus built IntelligIS, a managed IT services company designed to support (not replace) internal IT teams by taking ownership of defined operations—so IT leaders can focus on planning, prioritization, and strategy. In this episode: • Why “it’s not how you start—it’s how you finish” • The mindset shift that helped Marcus rebuild after prison • The mentor who held him to a higher standard (tough love that worked) • How Bounceback helps create real career pathways through technical training • What IntelligIS does differently for IT Directors and IT Managers Learn more about Marcus' companies:  https://www.intelligis.com https://www.bounceback.org 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations with leaders who turn adversity into impact. #RegenerativeInspiration #Leadership #SecondChances #Entrepreneurship #ITServices #Titan100 #BounceBack #IntelligIS

    47 min

  2. Mar 13

    Leaders Do What Addicts Do:Rigorous Authenticity, Surrender & Uncomfortable Work Michael Brody-Waite

    In this episode of Regenerative Inspiration, host Will Feldman sits down with Michael Brody-Waite—recovering addict, entrepreneur, author, and creator of the Addictive Leadership framework. Michael shares his journey from addiction, homelessness, and hitting rock bottom to building a leadership development company that’s helped 30,000+ leaders. Together, Will and Michael unpack the real work of leadership: owning your part, facing fear, and doing the uncomfortable work you’ve been avoiding—consistently. You’ll hear: Why pain is often the real turning point for change The leadership power of rigorous authenticity (owning your side of the street) What “surrender the outcome” actually looks like in work and life How “uncomfortable work” separates good leaders from great ones The moment Michael went from struggling at work to becoming #1 out of 500—in two months Michael’s TEDx Nashville talk, “Great Leaders Do What Drug Addicts Do,” helped spark the #MaskFreeMovement and shares the principles behind his Addictive Leadership Program. Learn more about Michael + Addictive Leadership: Michael Brody-Waite: michaelbrodywaite.com Addictive Leadership (Company): addictiveleadership.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelbrodywaite If this conversation helped you, please like, subscribe, and share—it’s the best way to get these stories in front of the people who need them. #Leadership #SelfLeadership #AddictiveLeadership #MichaelBrodyWaite #RegenerativeInspiration #WillFeldman #PersonalGrowth #Accountability #Mindset

    55 min

  3. Mar 13

    Stem Cells, Peptides & The Future of Healing | Dr. Joel Cherdack on Regenerative Medicine/ Longevity

    What if your body already has everything it needs to heal itself? In this episode of Regenerative Inspiration, Will sits down with Dr. Joel Cherdack, Founder of Denver Regenerative Medicine, where the mission is simple: treat the root cause — not just the symptom. In this conversation, Dr. Joel breaks down the rapidly evolving world of stem cell therapy, peptide therapy, longevity medicine, and true preventative healthcare—and explains how regenerative tools are helping patients with everything from arthritis and injuries to recovery and performance. You’ll learn: • What stem cells actually are — and where they come from (autologous vs. umbilical cord) • How stem cell therapy can help with arthritis, torn ligaments/tendons, and “bone on bone” joints • What peptides are (including GLP-1s, BPC-157, growth hormone peptides, and anti-aging peptides) • Why injection delivery is typically more effective than oral peptide options • The link between inflammation, blood sugar, aging, and chronic disease • Why food, sleep, movement, and mindset are still the foundation of longevity • What’s coming next in regenerative medicine (including the role of frequency and future innovation) Dr. Joel also shares the personal story that shaped his path into natural healing and regenerative medicine—after witnessing his mother’s experience with late-stage cancer and conventional treatment options. Connect with Dr. Joel LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/docjoel Website: denverregenerativemedicine.com 📌 If you found this helpful, please like, subscribe, and share—it helps more people find these conversations and supports the mission of Regenerative Inspiration.

    1h 19m

  4. Feb 26

    Struck Down, We Rise: Legacy, Resilience & the Power of Long-Term Thinking

    In this episode of Regenerative Inspiration, Will sits down with Hendrik Jordaan, Global Co-Chair of the Family Office Transactions Group at Nelson Mullins, for a deep conversation about legacy, resilience, long-term thinking, and the responsibility that comes with stewarding capital across generations. Hendrik brings a rare blend of legal, investment, and leadership experience. From 2013 to 2024, he served as Founder, President, CEO, and Chairman of the Investment Committee for multiple private equity and private credit funds, overseeing more than $200 million in assets under management. Prior to that, he was Global Chair of the Private Equity Investments & Buyouts Group at Morrison Foerster LLP—placing him at the center of complex transactions, global capital flows, and high-stakes decision-making. Today, at Nelson Mullins—a 125+ year old Am Law 60 firm with more than 1,000 attorneys and advisors—Hendrik helps lead one of the most active M&A practices in the country. The firm’s 150+ attorney M&A team was ranked #20 most active U.S. M&A firm by PitchBook (2024), closing 316+ transactions totaling over $22.6 billion in 2023–2024 alone. But this conversation goes far beyond deal volume and credentials. Hendrik shares the deeply personal story behind his family motto—“Struck down, I shall rise again”—and how generational resilience, patience, and perspective shape not only wealth strategies, but leadership itself. Together, they explore the massive generational wealth transfer underway, the rise of family offices, the power of patient capital, and why slowing down to think long-term may be the most strategic move leaders can make today. This episode explores: • Family offices vs. traditional private equity • Long-term thinking in a short-term world • Generational wealth transfer and intentional capital • Governance, values alignment, and stewardship • Resilience, adversity, and lessons passed down through generations • Why patience is a competitive advantage in leadership and life Hendrik has been featured in Bloomberg, CNBC, Financial Times, FOX, Wall Street Journal, and more, and has been recognized by Chambers & Partners, Who’s Who Legal, Super Lawyers, The Legal 500, and Law Week Colorado. A powerful conversation for founders, investors, executives, and anyone thinking beyond the next deal—toward legacy, regeneration, and meaning. Connect with Hendrik: 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hendrik-jordaan 🌐 Nelson Mullins: https://www.nelsonmullins.com/professionals/hendrik-jordaan#main 🌐 Personal: https://hendrikjordaan.com Disclaimer / Attorney Advertising Notice: This material may be considered attorney advertising under certain rules of professional conduct. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

    51 min

  5. Feb 12

    Reimagining Youth Spaces: Eric Higgs on AI, Design, and Purpose-Driven Leadership

    In this episode of Regenerative Inspiration, Will sits down in Nashville with Eric Higgs, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee and former global brand and operations leader with experience at companies like Procter & Gamble, Kimberly-Clark, and Bridgestone. Eric has spent his career driving innovation, organizational change, and multicultural marketing at a global level—then made a bold pivot into purpose-driven nonprofit leadership. Eric shares how he’s reimagining what a Boys & Girls Club can be: from STEM labs and AI-driven design, to a Sprouts-sponsored teaching kitchen that helps teens connect nutrition, life skills, and potential careers. He talks about building a teen center that kids aspire to reach, using environment and design to create dignity, belonging, and forward momentum. You’ll hear Eric’s take on AI as “augmented intelligence,” how he uses it like a trusted creative partner, and why prompt quality and ethical use are now critical life skills for young people. He also opens up about his own journey—from running large manufacturing operations and leading major brands, to answering a deeper why about serving community and youth at scale. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re meant for something more—whether you’re a teenager feeling stuck, or a corporate veteran bored and ready for a change—Eric offers frameworks, stories, and questions to help you clarify your purpose and move toward it with courage. Listen in to explore: • How Eric pivoted from global P&L and brand leadership into nonprofit CEO • Why environment design matters for youth spaces, teen centers, and STEM labs • Using AI as a practical, ethical tool for innovation (not a replacement for humans) • Industry clubs and exposing teens to real career paths they never knew existed • Finding your why and letting “the universe cooperate with a made-up mind” Connect with Eric on LinkedIn: 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-higgs-324a0a6

    31 min

  6. Feb 5

    Push Through the Suck: Jennifer Bardot on GRIT, Growth, and Leading Boldly

    In this episode of Regenerative Inspiration, we’re joined by Jennifer Bardot, MA, MS—dynamic entrepreneur, bestselling author & publisher, radio personality, and purpose-driven community leader—whose mission is clear: create hope through hardship and help women lead boldly with GRIT. After a few technical curveballs (and a whole lot of patience), Jennifer shows up exactly as she is—authentic, resilient, and fired up about lifting others as she climbs. She shares the origin story behind Owning Your GRIT, the first book that launched what is now the GRIT Collection—a series of seven internationally bestselling anthologies featuring stories of resilience and breakthrough. What started as a “side hustle” during COVID became a movement—picked up organically by major retailers like Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Amazon, and Kindle—and has now supported hundreds of contributors in sharing their own stories of overcoming adversity. Jennifer opens up about something many people quietly carry: growing up with a learning disability that she later recognized as dyslexia and ADHD, and the shame that often comes with being labeled early. Her journey is a powerful reminder that a diagnosis doesn’t define your future—and that there’s always another way forward when you stay aligned with your purpose. At the heart of Jennifer’s work is her trademarked definition of GRIT: Growth. Resilience. Intention. Tenacity. She breaks down how grit becomes not just a mindset, but a daily practice—and how it can help you push through the “suck” when life gets hard. We also talk about the practical ways tools like AI are leveling the playing field—especially for people who learn differently—making it easier to organize thoughts, improve comprehension, and move faster from idea to action. Jennifer shares how she uses it as a support tool in both business and life, and why curiosity and creativity matter more than ever. This episode is for anyone who feels stuck in transition, questioning their next step, or struggling to see their own value. Jennifer’s message is simple, grounded, and deeply encouraging: don’t give up—reflect, reconnect with what brings you joy, and keep moving one step at a time. By the end, you’ll walk away with tangible takeaways on resilience, purpose, personal narrative, and the power of community—and a renewed belief that your story, even the hard parts, can become the thing that helps someone else keep going. About Jennifer Bardot: Jennifer is the founder of the GRIT Community, a thriving leadership network of over 1,200 women.  She’s a regular contributor to St. Louis Small Business Monthly, has been recognized as a Titan 100 (St. Louis, 2024 & 2025), and has received honors including the President’s Circle Award from Enterprise Bank & Trust and recognition from NAWIC. Her work has been featured on national outlets including CNN, ABC, NBC, and FOX, and she hosts the radio show “Elevate & Lead” on Louinfo.com.  She also leads Jennifer Bardot Signatures (a fashion-forward jewelry line) and the GRIT Clothing Line, celebrating bold, resilient leadership. Connect with Jennifer Linktree: linktr.ee/jenbardot LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jennifer-mcdonnell-bardot 🎙️ Follow, listen, and be inspired. Regenerative Inspiration Spotify & YouTube 🎧 Links in bio 🌐 www.regenerativeinspiration.com

    51 min

  7. Jan 29

    From Wall Street to Guardrails: Rethinking Risk in Modern Investing with Dominick Paoloni

    In this episode of Regenerative Inspiration, host Will Feldman sits down with Dominick Paoloni, Founder and CIO of IPS Strategic Capital, for a candid conversation about money, volatility, and how to protect what you’ve worked so hard to build. Dominick shares his journey from the Bronx to Wall Street—and ultimately to Colorado—where he’s spent decades combining science, mathematics, and real-world market experience to challenge the traditional “just diversify” playbook. He explains why diversification often fails when you need it most (during major market drawdowns), and introduces IPS’s core philosophy: instead of managing risk, define it. Throughout the discussion, Dominick breaks down the concept of “hard hedging”—using derivatives the way insurance is used in real life: not for speculation, but to establish clear guardrails around downside risk. He offers simple, relatable examples (including why losses compound faster than gains recover) and explains why many investors unknowingly accept far more risk than they think—especially once inflation is factored in. The episode also touches on commodities, gold and silver, macroeconomic uncertainty, and how innovative institutions approach risk differently than the retail investment world. Dominick opens up about the adversity of going against the grain—how his business slowed when he shifted toward hedged, risk-defined strategies—and why he continues anyway: because he believes most people deserve better than “hope it works” investing. Key takeaways include: • Why diversification can break down during true market crises • How risk-defined hedging can help reduce the damage of big down years • The “negative compounding” problem—and why avoiding major losses matters • Why high-commission products can distort advice in the financial industry • The mindset shift: building an investment “ecosystem” rather than chasing trends To learn more, connect with Dominick on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominickpaoloni/ or visit investps.com.

    43 min

  8. Jan 22

    Leading Under Pressure: What Live Production Teaches Us About Leadership with Guest Eric Gilbert

    In this episode of Regenerative Inspiration, we’re in Phoenix, Arizona with Eric Gilbert (CTS) — President/CEO/Partner of FOH Productions and founder of Roadcase.com — for a behind-the-scenes walk-through of what it takes to turn a creative vision into a flawless live experience. Eric shares how FOH and Roadcase were built on a simple standard: do the work other companies won’t — the “last 10–20%” that’s often the hardest, but makes all the difference. From starting in a garage in 2008 during a brutal economy, to building systems that technicians instantly recognize as “thought through,” Eric breaks down the mindset, culture, and fundamentals that power real excellence. We also dig into adversity: the early moments where everything felt uncertain, the customer-service mistake that accidentally created a competitor, and the gut-punch of COVID — losing 90% of business, dropping from 70 employees to 9, then rebuilding to 140+. Along the way, Eric shares the leadership principles that kept his team aligned, including “blameless problem solving” and creating clear, actionable “fundamentals” your team can actually use. Plus: if you’re a student, career-changer, or a young person looking for a path — Eric explains why AV, LED, and video are booming, why there’s a technician shortage, and how technical curiosity can turn into a real career. As one colleague put it on LinkedIn: Eric is “by far the most credible and experienced Technical Director” they’ve worked with — and somehow still stays humble. If you work in experiential, corporate events, production, or manufacturing — or you’re building a culture that refuses to settle for average — this one’s for you. Connect with Eric / Learn more: LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/eric-gilbert-cts-60b66540 FOH Productions: https://fohproductions.net Roadcase: https://roadcase.com

    22 min
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Regenerative Inspiration with Will Feldman isn’t just another leadership podcast—it’s a deep dive into grit, purpose, and the stories that shape extraordinary lives. Emmy-nominated storyteller, chiropractor turned global brand strategist, regenerative rancher, avalanche survivor, and traveler to 50+ countries, Will brings a lifetime of wild experiences and authentic curiosity to every conversation. From boardrooms to barnyards, this is where raw truth meets real wisdom—fuel for leaders, creators, and anyone hungry to live with purpose.

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