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Tide Talks is a career and personal growth podcast for young and ambitious professionals navigating the future of work, leadership, and life. Hosted by Josh Nelson, CEO of High Tide Consulting, each episode features honest, thought provoking conversations with founders, executives, and change-makers on topics like AI, resilience, community, mental health, and building a career that is both successful and fulfilling. Whether you are just starting out or leading at the highest level, Tide Talks is the conversation you need on your morning commute.

  1. 18h ago

    Steve Frohelich: The Power of Purpose-Driven Growth

    In this episode Steve Frohelich joins Josh for a wide-ranging conversation spanning his 30+ year fundraising career: from door-to-door canvassing to leading growth at one of the largest platforms in the space. They dig into surprising data on Gen Z giving, why donor experiences need more "community," how AI is reshaping fundraising decisions, and Steve's candid reflections on career setbacks, identity, and staying optimistic about the future of philanthropy. Content/Trigger Warnings: Mention of Grief & Loss In This Episode 00:07 Introduction to the Guests and Their Backgrounds00:42 The AM Radio Confession02:55 First Job: Door-to-Door Canvassing12:23 State of the Nonprofit Sector17:25 Gen Z Giving Data27:50 The Loneliness of Giving34:13 Evaluating New Technology40:30 AI in Fundraising52:26 ASPCA, St. Jude & Lightning in a Bottle1:01:22 Career Setbacks & Identity1:11:35 GoFundMe Today1:20:06 Closing Connect with Steve Frohelich LinkedIn: Steve FrohelichLearn more about Go Fund Me Follow Tide Talks Spotify: ⁠Tide Talks⁠ Apple Podcasts: ⁠Tide Talks⁠ Youtube: Tide Talks Connect with High Tide LinkedIn: ⁠High Tide Co⁠ Website: ⁠hightideco.com⁠

    Steve Frohelich: The Power of Purpose-Driven Growth

  2. Jul 7

    Ryan Boyle: Finding Purpose Through a Non-Traditional Career Path

    Summary of Tide Talk: In this episode, Ryan Boyle, Chief Revenue Officer at High Tide, joins Josh for a deep dive into a career that started with a broom at the Red Cross after the 1989 earthquake and wound through EMT school, higher ed, Goodwill, and a two-year campaign to land a job at Salesforce. They cover mentorship, reinventing your resume mid-career, the early days of nonprofit tech, and why staying humble (and getting comfortable with feedback) matters more than any title. In This Episode: 0:07 Introduction & the Grateful Dead question 3:04 Getting into the nonprofit sector (the 1989 earthquake story) 5:32 A non-traditional path through college 9:06 Navigating career pivots and staying open to change 13:33 Advocating for yourself & building your network 15:39 The power of mentorship (the John Draper story) 22:30 Getting into Salesforce (the Suzanne Debianca story) 32:11 The early days of Salesforce Foundation & nonprofit tech 40:44 AI's role in the future of nonprofit work 49:22 Why the youth should consider working at nonprofits 59:34 Career full circle: joining High Tide 1:04:20 Two things Ryan wishes he could tell his younger self 1:09:48 Closing  Connect with Ryan Boyle LinkedIn: Ryan BoyleLearn more about High Tide Consulting Follow Tide Talks Spotify: ⁠Tide Talks⁠ Apple Podcasts: ⁠Tide Talks⁠ Youtube: ⁠Tide Talks Connect with High Tide LinkedIn: ⁠High Tide Co⁠ Website: ⁠hightideco.com⁠ Instagram: ⁠@hightideconsulting_⁠

    Ryan Boyle: Finding Purpose Through a Non-Traditional Career Path

  3. Jun 29

    Frank Lombardo: How to Build a Meaningful Career in Tech and Nonprofits

    In this episode of Tide Talks, Josh Nelson sits down with Frank Lombardo, Vice President of Information Technology and Digital Innovation at March of Dimes Canada, to explore the lessons that shape meaningful careers and fulfilling lives. Together, they discuss the importance of staying broad in your skillset, embracing failure, building strong communities, prioritizing mental health, and preparing for a future shaped by AI and innovation. Frank also shares his perspective on accessibility, inclusion, and why the nonprofit sector may become one of the most valuable and impactful industries of the future. In This Episode: 00:00 Introduction & Icebreaker 02:00 Meet Frank Lombardo 04:00 Technology as an Equalizer 08:00 The Jobs of the Future Don't Exist Yet 12:00 Who You Surround Yourself With 15:00 The Power of Creating Community 21:00 Staying Broad in Your Career 25:00 Embracing Failure and Chaos 30:00 The Pillars of Life Framework 34:00 Attitude, Self Talk, and Mental Health 42:00 Why Young Professionals Should Consider the Nonprofit Sector 51:00 AI, Innovation, and Nonprofits 58:00 Accessibility and Disability in the Digital Age 01:00:03 Closing and Call to Action Connect with Frank Lombardo LinkedIn: Frank LombardoLearn more about March of Dimes Follow Tide Talks Spotify: ⁠Tide Talks⁠ Apple Podcasts: ⁠Tide Talks⁠ Youtube: @TideTalksPodcast Connect with High Tide LinkedIn: ⁠High Tide Co⁠ Website: ⁠hightideco.com⁠

    Frank Lombardo: How to Build a Meaningful Career in Tech and Nonprofits

  4. Feb 10

    Adam Fishman: Doing the Work to Lead With Gratitude

    In this conversation, Adam Fishman shares his transformative journey from leading with fear to leading with love. He discusses the importance of mindset, self-talk, and vulnerability in creating space for personal growth. Adam urges us to consider concepts like microdosing vulnerability to practice building resilience and emotional intelligence. Adam explores the criticality of gratitude in shaping our perspective, and invites us all to look for the positive ripples in our lives.  As the Co-Founder of Onora, a leadership development company, Adam offers valuable advice for navigating life's challenges and encourages listeners to embrace their journey of transformation. Prior to starting Onora, Adam was a Partner at HawkPartners, and an active member of the lacrosse community, which he still continues to be involved in.  Content/Trigger Warnings: mental illness, suicide, explicit language In This Episode  00:00 The Journey of Transformation 03:11 Mindset and Self-Talk 05:45 Vulnerability as a Skill 08:15 Microdosing Vulnerability 11:05 Listening to Emotions 13:23 Practicing Gratitude 16:15 The Ripple Effect of Actions 18:19 Building Resilience Through Challenges 21:00 Finding Joy in the Present 23:03 When Two Things Can Be True at Once 29:10 The Transformation Journey 31:41 Navigating the Goop: Supporting Others in Transformation Connect with Adam Fishman LinkedIn: Adam Fishman Learn more about Onora: Onora Global   Follow Tide Talks Spotify: ⁠Tide Talks⁠ Apple Podcasts: ⁠Tide Talks⁠ Youtube: ⁠@TideTalksByHighTideConsulting⁠  Connect with High Tide LinkedIn: ⁠High Tide Co⁠ Website: ⁠hightideco.com⁠ Instagram: ⁠@hightideconsulting_⁠

    Adam Fishman: Doing the Work to Lead With Gratitude

  5. Jan 27

    Jesse Morris: What it Takes to Succeed in Today’s Job Market

    Have you been feeling lost about how to grow in the current job market? In this conversation, Jesse discusses the common feeling of overwhelm about the future of many of our jobs due to rapid changes in the workforce. As the founder of an AgenticAI company, Jesse brings a unique perspective to the integration of AI into our everyday lives and our work, offering perspectives on what it means for the future and how we can leverage these tools to avoid being left behind.  Jesse Morris is an author, speaker, podcast host, and Co-Founder of RedbarHQ, a fast-growing AgenticAI company. Throughout his career, Jesse has driven monumental impact in revenue operations for leading SaaS companies. Jesse’s passion for building and scaling high performing teams inspired his venture starting Redbar HQ last year, which leverages the latest technology solutions to deliver measurable, scalable outcomes for organizations. In This Episode  00:00 The Future of AI: Opportunities and Predictions 03:11 Work-Life Balance and Personal Well-being 12:32 AI and Mental Health 24:25 Future Predictions and Opportunities with AI 31:51 Advice for Younger Generations 48:25 Outro Connect with Jesse Morris LinkedIn: Jesse Morris  Follow Tide Talks Spotify: ⁠Tide Talks⁠ Apple Podcasts: ⁠Tide Talks⁠ Youtube: ⁠@TideTalksByHighTideConsulting⁠  Connect with High Tide LinkedIn: ⁠High Tide Co⁠ Website: ⁠hightideco.com⁠ Instagram: ⁠@hightideconsulting_⁠

    Jesse Morris: What it Takes to Succeed in Today’s Job Market

  6. Jan 13

    Jim Spain: Empowering Students to Lead a Meaningful Life

    In this conversation, Jim Spain and Josh Nelson discuss the transformative phase of your early career, which begins in university. As the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Studies at the University of Missouri, Jim advocates for setting students up with the tools they need to learn how to learn, to truly inspire their growth. This episode also dives into the intersections of AI and education, exploring the responsibility of educators to support students’ effective adoption.  Jim Spain holds a Bachelor’s of Science from North Carolina State, as well as a Masters of Science and a Doctorate in Philosophy, Animal Science, both from Virginia Tech. His extensive educational background inspired Jim’s meaningful career in the education sector, and most prominently, his current role as Vice Provost for Undergraduate Studies at the University of Missouri. In This Episode  00:00 Introduction and Background 02:45 Student Success and Advice 04:24 Community and Relationships 16:34 Education and Technology 19:08 Influential Figures in Education 22:09 Personal Reflections and Gratitude 42:07 Outro Learn more about Jim Spain Biography: Jim Spain Follow Tide Talks Spotify: ⁠Tide Talks⁠  Apple Podcasts: ⁠Tide Talks⁠  Youtube: ⁠@TideTalksByHighTideConsulting⁠  Connect with High Tide LinkedIn: ⁠High Tide Co⁠  Website: ⁠hightideco.com⁠  Instagram: ⁠@hightideconsulting_⁠

    Jim Spain: Empowering Students to Lead a Meaningful Life

  7. 12/16/2025

    Chris Federspiel: A CEO’s Guide to Fatherhood

    In this conversation, Josh and Chris explore the intersection of being a CEO and an active father. They share their personal journeys, the challenges of balancing work and family life, and the importance of partnership in parenting. This discussion delves into personal growth through fatherhood, and touches on heartfelt content including the significance of communication and therapy.  Chris Federspiel is the CEO of Blackthorn, the #1 Salesforce Event Management app. His career started at a very young age, when he took up coding in middle school and high school. He went on to work in sales and marketing for a number of years before eventually founding Blackthorn in 2015.  In This Episode  00:00 Journey of a CEO and Fatherhood 04:14 Work-Life Harmony: Balancing Business and Family 09:08 The Importance of Partnership in Parenting 13:49 Personal Growth Through Fatherhood 17:57 Navigating Parenthood and Professional Life 22:30 Lessons Learned from Therapy and Patience 26:18 Traveling with Kids: Tips and Experiences 31:26 Looking Forward: Hopes and Aspirations for Parenting 46:18 Outro Connect with Chris Federspiel LinkedIn: Chris Federspiel  Follow Tide Talks Spotify: ⁠Tide Talks⁠ Apple Podcasts: ⁠Tide Talks⁠ Youtube: ⁠@TideTalksByHighTideConsulting⁠  Connect with High Tide LinkedIn: ⁠High Tide Co⁠ Website: ⁠hightideco.com⁠ Instagram: ⁠@hightideconsulting_⁠

    Chris Federspiel: A CEO’s Guide to Fatherhood

  8. 11/18/2025

    Sara Milstein: Community as a Catalyst for Career Growth

    In this conversation, Sara Milstein shares her insights on career journeys, the importance of slowing down, and the value of mentorship. She emphasizes honesty in communication and the power of kindness and community. Sara reflects on her experiences and offers advice for youth navigating their careers, highlighting the inevitability of challenges and the importance of learning from them. Sara Milstein is the Chief Marketing and Brand Experience Officer at the YMCA of Central Maryland. Sara is an expert in brand positioning and management, creative development, and marketing/communications oversight. Milstein began her career in public service, working with programs serving at-risk youth in Baltimore City. She later transitioned to work on the agency side of advertising, where she managed campaigns for clients in the health care, non-profit and retail sectors, before returning to the non-profit world to her current position at the Y.  In This Episode  00:00 Introduction and Career Reflections 03:03 The Importance of Slowing Down 05:46 Building a Support Network 08:21 Mentorship and Learning from Others 11:23 The Value of Honesty in Communication 14:17 The Power of Kindness and Community 16:44 Navigating Career Challenges 19:38 Final Thoughts and Advice for Youth 27:54 Closing Thoughts 28:17 Outro Connect with Sara Milstein LinkedIn: Sara Milstein Follow Tide Talks Spotify: ⁠Tide Talks⁠ Apple Podcasts: ⁠Tide Talks⁠ Youtube: ⁠@TideTalksByHighTideConsulting⁠  Connect with High Tide LinkedIn: ⁠High Tide Co⁠ Website: ⁠hightideco.com⁠Instagram: ⁠@hightideconsulting_⁠

    Sara Milstein: Community as a Catalyst for Career Growth
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Tide Talks is a career and personal growth podcast for young and ambitious professionals navigating the future of work, leadership, and life. Hosted by Josh Nelson, CEO of High Tide Consulting, each episode features honest, thought provoking conversations with founders, executives, and change-makers on topics like AI, resilience, community, mental health, and building a career that is both successful and fulfilling. Whether you are just starting out or leading at the highest level, Tide Talks is the conversation you need on your morning commute.

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  • Creator
    Josh Nelson
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Josh Nelson
  • Show Website
    Tide Talks