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Conscious Curiosity
Conscious Curiosity SD provides insight and inspiration from San Diego’s CEOs and Founders who bring purpose to their work and are proving business can positively change the communities we work and live in. Hosted by Jeff Blanton and produced in community with BBB Serving the Pacific Southwest SD Campus, Conscious Capitalism SD, B Local SD, Business For Good SD, and Cause SD. Jeff is a master facilitator, recognized leadership consultant, author, speaker and creator of Jailbreak Leadership, a…
Episodes
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Aging on Your Terms with Lauren Reynolds
What happens when we can no longer be completely independent? And are we prepared? On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, I sat down with Lauren Reynolds…
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The Power of People Who Care - Steve morris
We’re surrounded by headlines telling us the world is imploding. Then you meet someone like Steve Morris. Steve is the Executive Director of I Love A Clean San…
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Next Generation Making a difference: Biros, Dobby and Tran-Quevedo
In a world where the values of purpose and profit are increasingly intertwined, young leaders are emerging to make a significant impact. This podcast explores…
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Marketing That Matters With Sarah Yasukochi
Most businesses don’t have a marketing problem. They have a strategy problem. Too often we jump to tactics—social media, advertising, AI, websites…
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THE B-CORP THAT BUILT A $1 BILLION BUSINESS - Jack Mardack
Can You Build a Billion-Dollar Business and Still Make the World Better? Most people believe there is a tradeoff between profit and purpose. My latest podcast…
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AI - The leadership Challenge
In this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, I sit down with Sanjiv Prabhakaran and Louis Cruz to discuss what leaders are getting wrong—and right—about AI…
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Re-Thinking Homelessness with Drew Moser
Homelessness is not just a government issue. It’s a leadership issue.And some of San Diego’s business leaders are refusing to sit on the sidelines. SENIORS are…
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Building Something Special with Traci Cole
Today on Conscious Curiosity SD, we sit down with Traci Cole—a mission-driven entrepreneur building a business that truly matters. Traci is the CEO and founder…
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Thriving Communities Lead to Thriving Businesses with Chris Thorne
Today on Conscious Curiosity SD, we sit down with Chris Thorne, CEO of the North San Diego Business Chamber—a true community builder dedicated to helping small…
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Not Just Partners—Friends Building Something That Lasts with Lauren Gallagher & Lori Bolander
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sat down with Lauren Gallagher and Lori Bolander of Gallagher, Bolander, Smedley, LLP, a firm that has been…
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Conscious Consulting with Michele Moninger & Brian Ford
Conscious Curiosity SD welcomes a special conversation featuring friends and colleagues of Jeff who are deeply involved in the Conscious Capitalism movement…
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From Job to Calling with Sara Wilczynska
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff and Sara explore the journey of finding meaning in work, transitioning from a corporate tech career to becoming…
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Building Trust From The Ground Up with Scott Lawn
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Scott Lawn, owner of Greenway Landscape Design & Build, joins Jeff for a conversation about ethics, innovation, and…
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When Education, Business, & Community Align with Sidd Vivek
In this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sits down with Sidd Vivek, President and CEO of Junior Achievement of San Diego, to explore how collaboration…
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Leading With Trust: BBB Torch Award for Ethics Winner Laurie Edwards-Tate
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sits down with Laurie Edwards-Tate, President and CEO of At Your Home Familycare, a 2025 BBB Torch Award for…
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100th Episode Special: Community, Collaboration, & Connection with Samantha Scholl
There was only one person who made sense for the 100th milestone episode of Conscious Curiosity SD: Samantha Scholl. Samantha is one of San Diego’s strongest…
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A Company of Joy: Redefining Nonprofit Leadership with Louie Nguyen
When you combine business acumen with a heart for community, powerful things happen. In this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff welcomes back Louie…
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Reimagining the Office: Venture X's Collaborative Community Coworking with John Lee
Have you ever walked into a place that instantly feels alive with creativity, connection, and possibility? That’s the energy John Lee has built at Venture X…
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Patagonia & the Cause Conference: Values in Action
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sat down with David Hopkins, General Manager of Patagonia Cardiff, to explore how a global brand lives its…
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Leading with Values: Why Giving Back Drives Growth with Bill Brennan
What happens when a business measures success not just by revenue, but by impact? On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sat down with Bill Brennan…
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100% Jerk Free & Leading with Purpose with Reid Carr
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sat down with Reid Carr, CEO and founder of Red Door Interactive. For over 20 years, Reid has led one of San…
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Conscious Capitalism in Action: Inspiring Leaders, Building the Future with Raj Sisodia and Michael Harth
This landmark episode of Conscious Curiosity SD features two pioneers of the Conscious Capitalism movement: Raj Sisodia, Co-Founder and global thought leader…
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Building a Better Marketplace: Truth, Trust, and the New BBB with Michael Sedio
What if business wasn’t just about profit, but about building trust, driving ethics, and making community impact? In this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD…
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The Art of Exiting Your Business Well with Andrea Steinbrenner
Exiting your business is one of the biggest milestones in any founder’s journey, and one that most will only experience once. It’s not just a financial…
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The B Corp Blueprint: Past, Present, and Future with Sarah Payne
What if a business failure was actually the beginning of something extraordinary? In this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Sarah Payne shares the inspiring…
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The Next Generation of Leadership Starts Now with Ramya Mabry, Andrew Biros, & Jesse Langley
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sat down with three incredible guests to discuss the future of purpose-driven business through the lens of the…
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Where Money Meets Meaning with Seb Harris
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sits down with Seb Harris, founder of The Sandbox Fund, to explore how capital can be a catalyst for conscious…
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The Power of Forgiveness & Peace with Azim Khamisa
In this powerful episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sits down with Azim Khamisa, author, international speaker, business leader, and founder of the Tariq…
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Master Matchmaker: Connecting with Purpose with Audrey Jacobs
Some people network. Audrey Jacobs connects. On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sits down with Audrey, a Master Matchmaker, TEDxSanDiego Curator…
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Resourceful Entrepreneurship with Helena Gibson
What does it really take to build a business from scratch and scale it nationally, while staying true to your mission of helping people feel confident in their…
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Start, Build, and Sell a Business with Jenna Ryan
If you’re curious about values-driven entrepreneurship, scaling a purpose-led business, or what it really looks like to build something with heart, and then…
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Nourishing Community with Javier Guerrero
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sits down with Javier Guerrero, President and CEO of Coastal Roots Farm, to explore how the nonprofit farm is…
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Breathing Life Into Business with Greg Salomon
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sits down with Greg Salomon from Oxygen Business Capital to explore how his company helps businesses thrive…
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Beyond Profit: How B Corps are Changing Capitalism with Abraham Chen
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sits down with Abraham Chen, the new board chair of B Local San Diego, the community of businesses representing…
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Partnering For Impact with Paula Cordeiro
In this insightful episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sits down with Paula Cordeiro to explore the critical shifts leaders must embrace to build…
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Cooler Heads with Kate Dilligan
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sits down with Kate Dilligan, the visionary Founder and CEO of Cooler Heads, to discuss her groundbreaking work…
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Reweaving Community Fabric with Tad Seth Parzen
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff talks with Tad Seth Parzen, CEO and Co-Founder of the Burnham Center for Community Advancement, a visionary…
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People First: Technology & the Ethics of AI with Sylvester Raymond
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sat down with Sylvester Raymond, a visionary leader from Joint Venture Marketing Technologies and winner of the…
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Man on a Mission with Howard Pearl
Howard Pearl, CEO of CARS, a 2024 Winner of the BBB Torch Awards for Ethics, brings a powerful blend of for-profit expertise and non-profit passion to the…
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Working Alone Together with Felena Hanson
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Felena Hanson, CEO and Founder of Hera Hub, shares her inspiring journey of building a thriving, women-focused…
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Obituary Moment with Ken Davenport
From successful founder and CEO to nonprofit guru, Ken Davenport, CEO of Mission Edge, exemplifies what it means to live a purposeful life. With a background…
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One Million Women in STEM by 2030 with Holly Smithson
Holly Smithson, CEO of Athena, a global movement dedicated to empowering women in STEM to build thriving careers, unshakable confidence, and vibrant…
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2024 Cause Conference with Louie Nguyen, Mission Driven Finance
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff and Louie Nguyen, the Chief Investment Officer for Mission Driven Finance and a featured speaker for the…
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Answering Critical Questions with Sean Ferrel
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff and Sean Ferrel, CEO and Founder of Managed Solution, dive deep into the dynamic world of technology, exploring…
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Creating Multidimensional Wealth with Maria Gonzalez-Blanch
Venture Capitalist Maria Gonzalez-Blanch, Partner with Crescent Ridge, shares their unique approach for creating “Multidimensional Wealth” by investing in…
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Reputation Management for Business with Brynn Gibbs
What happens when your company gets a fraudulent or inaccurate review? Do you have the tools to protect your business online? On this episode of Conscious…
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Chambers Creating Community with Bret Schanzenbach
Tune in to explore how one man's commitment to his community is shaping the future of our region.
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Living Legacy with Sean Lake
Imagine receiving the devastating call that your best friend, a person who touched the lives of hundreds, if not thousands, has tragically died in a historic…
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Creating Independence with Wendy Forkas
Imagine a world where everyone has the chance to thrive and contribute to society, regardless of their challenges. This week’s guest is making this vision a…
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Native Poppy: From Creative to Operator with Natalie Gill
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Natalie Gill shares the intriguing and moving story of turning a dream into a successful business. Natalie is the…
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The Silver Lining in Difficult Transitions with Jami Shapiro
What if moving could be a MAGICAL experience? On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jami Shapiro shares inspiring stories of building a business rooted in…
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Localism: The Future of Leadership with Bob Dalton
This inspiring episode of Conscious Curiosity SD features Bob Dalton, Founder and CEO of Sackcloth & Ashes, a company dedicated to supporting local homeless…
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“The Profiteers” with Christopher Marquis
How are businesses privatizing profits and socializing costs? What does it mean to you, your community, and the world? On this episode of Conscious Curiosity…
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Impacting 3 Million Lives with Heather Moyer
Heather Moyer is the Founder, Owner, and CEO of HNM Systems, Inc., and relentlessly puts people first. On this week’s episode of Conscious Curiosity SD…
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People Over Profit with Sam Mazzeo
Sam Mazzeo is living proof that work can have meaning and impact beyond the bottom line, regardless of the role. As an attorney, Sam lives his mantra of…
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Stepping Into the Gap with Dr. Cindy J. Lin
What happens when ONE person decides they will make a difference? When that person is Dr. Cindy J. Lin, a WHOLE LOT! On this week’s episode of Conscious…
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Cornerstone Conversation with Del Lewis
In this episode, we revisit the foundational and inspiring conversation with Del Lewis. Del is the past president of Conscious Capitalism SD and shares the…
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Business For Good San Diego with Sarah Beauchemin & Mikey Knab
What happens when local businesses unite to influence policy decisions that increase the quality of life for all San Diegans? The answer is Business For Good…
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Sustainable Solutions with Global Impact || Meg Ferrigno
In a world where capitalism and sustainability often seem at odds, Meg Ferrigno has made it her life’s work to lead from the “Middle Way” to create a lasting…
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Women Leaders in a Man’s World with Nicole Donnelly
As women continue to take on a larger role as leaders in business, still well below their male counterparts, the journey has not been easy. Nicole Donnelly…