Navigating Vulnerability: The Soberness Podcast's host shares her inspiring story

Keywords

Apex Lifestyle Podcast, Kat Greenleaf, Soberness Podcast, Talk Stoop, media personality, personal journey, sobriety, broadcasting, interviews, life lessons, comfort, vulnerability, storytelling, personal growth, discipline, self-reflection, recovery, transformation, age, connection, personal growth, relationships, fulfillment, vulnerability, motivation, guest experiences, podcasting, self-reflection, ambition, life lessons

Summary

In this episode of the Apex Lifestyle Podcast, hosts Bob G. DMD and Dennis V welcome media personality Kat Greenleaf. They discuss her journey from a music career to becoming a prominent figure in broadcasting, including her unique show, Talk Stoop. Kat shares her experiences with sobriety and the creation of her podcast, Soberness, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and storytelling. The conversation also touches on her nonprofit work focused on restorative housing and the lessons learned throughout her media career. In this conversation, the speakers explore the importance of creating a comfortable environment for open dialogue, the role of vulnerability in storytelling, and the transformative journeys individuals undergo through personal struggles. They discuss the therapeutic nature of conversations, the significance of discipline in achieving personal goals, and the impact of age on self-acceptance and growth. The dialogue emphasizes the value of mutual respect and connection in building relationships, as well as the lessons learned from adversity. In this engaging conversation, the speakers reflect on personal growth, the importance of relationships, and the pursuit of fulfillment in both work and life. They discuss the power of vulnerability, motivation, and self-reflection, sharing insights from their experiences with various guests. The conversation culminates in a light-hearted discussion about dream guests and aspirations in the podcasting world.


Takeaways

Kat Greenleaf discusses her journey from music to media.
Talk Stoop was born from a simple idea of talking to passersby.
Kat emphasizes the importance of making guests comfortable during interviews.
The transition from Talk Stoop to the Soberness podcast was significant for Kat.
Kat's nonprofit work focuses on restorative housing for formerly incarcerated individuals.
The Algonquin Hotel became a partner for the Soberness podcast.
Kat reflects on the vulnerability of sharing her sobriety story.
Bob relates his own struggles with food and addiction to Kat's experiences.
Kat learned the importance of owning her content in media. Creating a comfortable environment fosters better conversations.
Vulnerability leads to more authentic storytelling.
Mutual respect is essential in building connections.
Self-reflection is crucial for personal growth.
Discipline is key to maintaining positive changes.
Age can bring a sense of calm and acceptance.
Adversity often leads to the most significant learning experiences.
Therapeutic conversations can aid in healing.
Confidence in questioning can enhance interviews.
Gratitude for struggles can shift perspectives on growth. I was very self-centered.
I have a lot of regret over that.
You have to appreciate who's around you.
Family, family, family.
I love being at home with my family.
I don't feel like I've ever really worked a day.
This was a doctoral level class.
Did I run my hardest?
I often end up a lot of days not doing the things.
I would love to come back.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates
02:10 Guest Introduction: Kat Greenleaf
03:20 Kat's Journey to Media and Broadcasting
10:12 Talk Stoop: The Birth of a Unique Show
13:46 Life Changes and New Beginnings
17:29 The Soberness Podcast: A New Chapter
20:58 Vulnerability and Sharing Stories
24:54 Lessons from Talk Stoop and Content Ownership
28:35 Creating a Comfortable Environment for Conversations
30:02 Building Connections Through Comfort and Respect
31:54 The Importance of Vulnerability in Storytelling
34:00 Learning from Interviews: Confidence and Directness
36:10 The Therapeutic Nature of Conversations
38:02 Transformative Journeys: From Struggles to Strengths
39:55 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth
43:10 Applying Lessons Learned to Daily Life
44:58 Discipline as a Key to Transformation
47:59 Finding Freedom in Self-Acceptance
50:00 The Role of Age in Personal Development
52:01 Gratitude for Adversity and Growth
56:53 Reflections on Personal Growth
59:51 The Importance of Relationships
01:01:12 Finding Fulfillment in Work
01:02:12 The Power of Vulnerability
01:03:52 Motivation and Self-Reflection
01:05:01 Guest Experiences and Insights
01:07:18 Dream Guests and Aspirations

Connect with Cat Greenleaf
IG and Youtube: @SobernessPodcast & @CatGreenleaf

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