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I Asked Ohio’s Boldest Pro-Family Advocate the Questions Nobody Wants to Touch. He Answered Every One.
Jun 15, 2026
1h 10m 28s
Be Scared. Do It Anyway.
Jun 1, 2026
1h 18m 22s
We’re Not in a Dating Slump. We’re in a Civilizational One.
May 27, 2026
1h 09m 15s
The Morning She Quit a Job She Hadn’t Started Yet
May 18, 2026
59m 57s
#58 Lean Out
May 11, 2026
1h 11m 36s
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| 6/15/26 |  I Asked Ohio’s Boldest Pro-Family Advocate the Questions Nobody Wants to Touch. He Answered Every One. | We are the most comfortable generation in human history, and by almost every measure that matters, the most restless. Peter Range and I get into why.Peter is a husband, a father of six, Senior Fellow for Strategic Initiatives at the Center for Christian Virtue, and host of the "Say Yes to Life" radio show. He came to the studio, and I threw him every hard question I had: Is America a Christian nation? Public school or homeschool? What does fulfillment actually mean?His answer to that last one — the Eucharist, and love that shows up when the feeling is gone — might cause you to change your mind about some things.If you care about meaningful work, faith, family, and what it actually takes to live well, this one's for you.WHAT WE GET INTO- Why comfort is quietly costing us- "We are not made for comfort. We are made for greatness."- Is America a Christian nation?- Homeschool, public school, or neither?- Life is good vs. life is a mistake- Less stuff, more kids- Love when the feeling is gone- What fulfillment actually meansCONNECT WITH PETER RANGECenter for Christian Virtue: https://www.ccv.org/peter-rangeSay Yes to Life (Annunciation Radio): https://www.annunciationradio.com/say-yes-to-lifeSay Yes to Life (Cleveland's The Rock): https://am1260therock.com/X / Twitter: https://x.com/PeterRange12—The Fulfillment Project explores meaningful work, intentional living, faith, and what it takes to build a life that actually fulfills. New conversations every week.Read the full written breakdown and reflection guide on Substack: https://fulfillmentproject.substack.com/One question I'd love your answer to: When was the last time you did the right thing while feeling absolutely nothing?If this conversation challenged you, share it with one person who needs it. Get full access to Fulfillment Project at fulfillmentproject.substack.com/subscribe | 1h 10m 28s | ||||||
| 6/1/26 |  Be Scared. Do It Anyway. | She was 21, asleep five blocks from the Twin Towers, when her university locked the students inside the building on 9/11 and refused to evacuate. Meg Keene was certain she was going to die, and that morning shaped the rest of her life.Meg founded A Practical Wedding, the largest independent wedding publication in the English language, grew it into an eight-figure business, sold more than 150,000 books, and now writes "Field Notes for the Brave" on Substack. In this conversation we cover what bravery actually is, the grandfather who survived a WWII POW camp, getting kicked out of Sunday school for asking the wrong question, raising kids who think for themselves, why the "word people" will be just fine in the age of AI, the conversion story she rarely tells, and the simplest gut-check for a numbed-out life I've ever heard.If you've been going through the motions, this episode is for you.Read the full essay on this episode and subscribe to The Fulfillment Project: https://fulfillmentproject.substack.comMeg Keene's "Field Notes for the Brave" on Substack.https://megkeene.com/Fulfillment Project is about performance, fulfillment, and self-actualization — the search for meaningful work and an intentional life. If this one resonated, follow the show and share it with someone who needs to hear it. Get full access to Fulfillment Project at fulfillmentproject.substack.com/subscribe | 1h 18m 22s | ||||||
| 5/27/26 |  We’re Not in a Dating Slump. We’re in a Civilizational One. | We're Not in a Dating Slump. We're in a Civilizational One. | Matchmaker Madigan on Commitmentism, the Bid, and Rebuilding MarriageCatholic marriages have collapsed 69% in the last fifty years. The U.S. fertility rate just hit the lowest point in American history. 80% of Gen Z reports feeling lonely. And by Match Group's own 2026 admission, an entire generation is paralyzed by what they're calling a "readiness paradox", they want commitment, they can't move.This week on Fulfillment Project, I sit down with Matchmaker Madigan, founder of Commitmentism, a Catholic-only matchmaking service running at double the male engagement of the matchmaking industry average. We unpack why dating apps function like gambling for men, how conversational chemistry beats the algorithm, and the asymmetry between male and female "bids" for attention that makes or breaks every marriage on earth.If you think this is a dating episode, you're missing it. This is a leadership episode. A family episode. A who-rebuilds-the-church-and-the-culture episode.Quotable Moments"We've built an Amazon culture. Then we wonder why romance feels like a return policy.""Common interests aren't actually a good indicator of whether or not you're going to be married.""If a woman makes more money than you, you need to stop ruling her out.""The die-to-self is that you don't want to do them when you're tired or angry. But the bids constantly exist. If you honor them, you have a healthy marriage.""Women's bids have more to do with emotional connection than they do the topic itself."GuestMatchmaker Madigan — Founder, Commitmentism 🌐 commitmentism.com 🌐 catholicdatingevents.com 💼 LinkedIn: Matchmaker MadiganResources MentionedThe Gottman Institute — long-running research on marital "bids" for connectionArthur and Elaine Aron — 36 Questions study, Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, 1997Aristotle's three friendships — utility, pleasure/commonality, and virtue/valuesMatch Group 2026 Annual Report — the "readiness paradox"Love Is Blind and Married at First Sight — inspiration for conversation-first matchmakingMore of a Man — Madigan's husband's upcoming work on Catholic masculinityRead the Companion EssayFull long-form breakdown at fulfillmentproject.substack.comStay Connected with The Fulfillment Project🎙️ Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts 📧 Free Substack newsletter: fulfillmentproject.substack.com 🎥 YouTube: The Fulfillment ProjectIf this episode hit you, share it with one single friend and one married friend. That's how we build this thing.— Andy Leonard Get full access to Fulfillment Project at fulfillmentproject.substack.com/subscribe | 1h 09m 15s | ||||||
| 5/18/26 |  The Morning She Quit a Job She Hadn’t Started Yet | What happens when the version of you that knows the truth finally overrides the version of you that's been performing? Amelia Wilson found out on November 30, 2017. The morning she called her brand-new boss at 8 a.m. and quit a job she hadn't even started yet.Amelia is the writer behind Happy On Purpose, a Substack with over 14,000 subscribers about happiness habits and how to actually thrive in midlife. Her work has been featured in Cup of Joe, Culture Study, and Modern Mrs. Darcy. She blew up her own career at 44 and found her calling on the other side — and now she helps thousands of women do the same.In this episode we cover:- Why "midlife reckoning" is the better frame than "midlife crisis"- The biggest belief Amelia held at 35 that she now thinks is dead wrong- Her 12-item happiness checklist (and which items most people skip)- Why happiness is a daily practice, not a destination- Capping news consumption — and what 40 days off actually does to your life- Parenting teens: the groundwork you have to lay in the tween years- Reinventing yourself after 40, and why you have to do it badly first- Famous people who started their big thing after 40 (the list is comically reassuring)Quote of the episode:"Happy On Purpose is the daily practice of building a meaningful, joyful life, one small decision at a time." — Amelia WilsonFind Amelia:Substack: https://ameliawilson.substack.comFind Fulfillment Project:YouTube: https://youtu.be/812Hru7FAcs">youtu.be/812Hru7FAcsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6709cKjw4GWkTTzbu7xPJM">Listen on SpotifyApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fulfillment-project/id1804384788">Listen on Apple PodcastsIf this conversation moved you, the best thing you can do is rate the show 5 stars and share it with one person who needs it. Fulfillment Project grows one honest forward at a time. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss the next one. Get full access to Fulfillment Project at fulfillmentproject.substack.com/subscribe | 59m 57s | ||||||
| 5/11/26 |  #58 Lean Out | Lean Out: Laura LeBleu on Surviving the Corporate Machine, Reclaiming Analog, and Going Back to Who You Were at 10She's a two-time Emmy winner, former NYC theater director, lead singer of an Italian band, voice of a virtual TV character, and a stilt-walking circus ringmaster. Now she co-founded Geezer, the print-only magazine telling the truth about Gen X. Laura LeBleu came to the Fulfillment Project with no filter, pathological honesty, and one of the most useful career philosophies I've heard in years: lean out.About this episodeWhat if everything you've been told about climbing the ladder is backwards?Laura LeBleu has had one of the strangest, most creative resumes you'll ever encounter, and somewhere between San Francisco drag queen musicals, NYC advertising agencies, and Bay Area tech companies, she figured out a quiet truth that's been hiding in plain sight: you can do excellent work without tying your soul to it.In this conversation we cover Gen X as the "forgotten generation," why print is the new vinyl, the slow death of human-curated discovery (RIP, Blockbuster clerks), what to say to the 19-year-old who's given up because of AI, the lost art of being bored, and the single best piece of career advice I've heard in a long time: lean out, but do the work.Laura also sings Italian cabaret on the mic. A Fulfillment Project first.Featured quotes"You are not the sum of your job description, and you are not the sum of your latest annual review. You're so much more than that.""I made a conscious decision to lean out, which did not mean I leaned out as far as doing good work. Where I leaned out is where my ego was concerned.""We're all realizing the empty calories of digital content. We want to touch grass, as the kids say. And the way Gen X is doing it is by picking up a magazine.""Discovery used to be built in. Now discovery is fed to us, which means it's not really discovery at all.""By leaning into our humanity, that's the best way to navigate the age of AI.""I'm in my 50s, I'm starting to feel more like myself than I have in many years."Chapters(00:00) Cold open — "You are not the sum of your job description"(00:37) Meet Laura: Emmys, circus, cabaret, and Geezer Magazine(02:46) Is Gen X really the forgotten generation?(04:01) The truth about perimenopause nobody told her(04:48) Print is the new vinyl(06:11) Why analog matters more than ever(07:38) Rebranding AARP in three words(07:56) Things from the 80s and 90s that deserve a comeback(14:01) The death of human-curated discovery(16:32) The hotel in Charlotte with a vinyl librarian(17:51) Why Gen Z struggles to talk to strangers(20:01) The centenarian secret: it's not diet, it's social connection(21:06) From theater kid to circus ringmaster: Laura's wild path(24:00) Becoming the voice of a virtual TV character at Tech TV(25:43) Laura sings Italian cabaret (yes, really)(28:43) How Geezer came to life with Paul Vons(29:32) Why Gen X may be the first generation skipped over for power(32:13) Do creatives lose pieces of themselves inside big companies?(36:39) McKinsey: most people don't find purpose in their work — why?(40:06) What do you say to the 19-year-old who's given up because of AI?(44:25) Reading and writing in the age of AI(47:02) The seven books Laura just bought to reclaim her attention(49:45) Boredom is a creative superpower(54:56) The Lean Out manifesto(1:00:38) Separating your ego from your work(1:03:48) "Deep in my heart, I'm kind of a 12-year-old boy"(1:08:29) Going back to who you were at 10(1:09:00) Where to find Geezer MagazineAbout the guestLaura LeBleu is the co-founder and creative director of Geezer Magazine, a print-only magazine telling the truth about Gen X and aging. Before Geezer, she earned two Emmy Awards, directed theater in New York City, fronted an Italian band performing the music of Mina, performed cabaret, voiced the virtual character hosting Tech TV, and toured as a stilt-walking circus ringmaster. She holds a theater degree from New Mexico State University and currently writes thought leadership for a major tech company. She has a 15-year-old son who, upon seeing the first issue of Geezer, declared: "Analog media is fire."Resources & references mentionedGeezer Magazine — geezermagazine.comGeezer on Substack — geezermagazine.substack.comLean In by Sheryl Sandberg — the book Laura is gently dismantlingNorthern Exposure — the Gen X show Laura wants resurrectedTech TV — where Laura voiced the first network virtual characterMina — the Italian singer of "Nessuno" (the song Laura sings on the episode)Connect with LauraGeezer Magazine: geezermagazine.comGeezer on Substack: geezermagazine.substack.comConnect with the Fulfillment ProjectIf this episode resonated, the best way to support the show is to share it with one person who needs to hear it — the friend stuck in a job that's eating their soul, the cousin worried about their kid's future, the colleague who keeps asking what they're doing with their life.Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen — and please leave a rating. It's the single biggest thing you can do to help the show grow.Subscribe to the newsletter for episode breakdowns, reflections, and what's on my mind between conversations.Watch on YouTube — full episodes, clips, and Shorts.Follow along on LinkedIn for new episode drops and behind-the-scenes.Thanks for listening.— Andy Get full access to Fulfillment Project at fulfillmentproject.substack.com/subscribe | 1h 11m 36s | ||||||
| 5/4/26 |  #57 | No One's Richer Than Us | Easter morning. A half-inch crack in the sidewalk. A stone wall. Six months flat on his back — and the most important lesson Jeff Matlow says he ever learned.This week on The Fulfillment Project, I sat down with Jeff Matlow: three-time founder (all acquired by publicly traded firms), Ironman triathlete, leadership coach, former music industry insider who worked closely with James Brown, and a guy who has cheated death enough times to be running out of cat lives.We covered a LOT of ground — and Jeff didn't pull any punches.▶️ SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss the next one📬 Get the weekly deep-dive on Substack🎙 Inside This EpisodeThe "Surplus Life" framework that will reframe how you think about generosity, time, and wealthWhy "open door policies" are complete BS — and what real leaders do insteadThe 6 workplace addictions quietly destroying your team (you'll spot at least one in the mirror)Why procrastination doesn't actually exist — and what you've really been wrestling withThe "Pattern-Environment Loop" trapping smart leaders — and the small move that breaks itWhat James Brown, Reverend Al Sharpton, and a wild contract negotiation taught Jeff about authenticityWhy money can't make you happy — but if you're already happy, "it sure can make you happier"The "Unconscious Operating System" running your life (and why you can't see it from inside the pickle jar)If you've ever felt stuck, behind, or like you're waiting for permission to live the life you actually want — this one's for you.⏱ Chapters00:00 — Cold open: three companies, Ironman, and a broken back01:04 — Lightning round02:21 — What lying flat on his back taught Jeff about gratitude05:03 — Why "work-life balance" is a lie06:25 — The #1 leadership behavior destroying fulfillment at work07:10 — Working with James Brown15:43 — The Reverend Al Sharpton story17:16 — Money, fame, and the "golden prison"19:54 — The personality chameleon trap24:10 — How to figure out what you actually want (the 5 Whys)27:26 — The real reason your team isn't aligned (it's not what you think)29:34 — Why "Atomic Habits" misses the point + the 3 elements of lasting change32:47 — Morning routines that actually work41:31 — Why you have to make time NOW (not "someday")43:55 — The Surplus Life framework47:07 — The origami angels story48:44 — Procrastination isn't real50:38 — "Open door policies are BS"52:41 — How to actually get honest feedback (Stop / Start / Continue)55:52 — The 6 workplace addictions destroying productivity1:01:10 — The Unconscious Operating System1:03:04 — Where to find Jeff🔗 Connect with Jeff MatlowWebsite: thebestleadershipcompany.comNewsletter: thebestleadershipnewsletter.com🔗 Connect with Andy + The Fulfillment ProjectSubstack: fulfillmentproject.substack.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/andrewtleonardApple Podcasts: Listen hereSpotify: Listen here❤️ If This Resonated, Do Me a FavorHit SUBSCRIBE — every sub helps me bring on bigger guestsLIKE this video so YouTube shows it to someone who needs itDrop a COMMENT with your biggest takeaway — I read every single oneSHARE this with one person you care about — that's a surplus move 😉What's the one work addiction from Jeff's list that hit closest to home? Tell me in the comments 👇#TheFulfillmentProject #JeffMatlow #Leadership #Fulfillment #LeadershipCoaching #PersonalDevelopment #WorkLifeBalance #Productivity #SelfImprovement #ExecutiveCoaching Get full access to Fulfillment Project at fulfillmentproject.substack.com/subscribe | 1h 07m 02s | ||||||
| 4/27/26 |  #56 | The AI Age Survival Guide: Agency, Alignment, and Reinvention with Nikki Barua | Nikki Barua on how to thrive in the AI age: why curiosity beats credentials, how to use agency as your antidote to uncertainty, and the daily practice behind everything she's built.In this episode of Fulfillment Project, I sit down with Nikki Barua, serial entrepreneur, bestselling author of Beyond Barriers, keynote speaker, and CEO of Flipwork. Named one of Entrepreneur Magazine's 100 Most Influential Women and featured in Forbes, Fortune, Bloomberg, and CNBC, Nikki has spent 25 years helping leaders break through barriers, reinvent their careers, and unlock exponential human potential in the age of AI.We get into what most AI conversations miss: this isn't about technology replacing humans — it's about humans becoming more human. Nikki unpacks why burnout is misalignment (not overwork), why most people are chasing safety instead of success, and why "dreaming small" is the #1 thing keeping you stuck.If you've ever felt the rat race closing in, wondered whether your career is future-proof, or struggled to turn failure into fuel — this conversation is for you.WHAT WE COVER➡️ Why AI is an amplifier of human potential, not a replacement ➡️ The 72-hour rule for bouncing back from setbacks ➡️ The daily "Thinking Time" practice that fueled a 25-year career ➡️ Why burnout = misalignment (not long hours) ➡️ How to find your purpose when you're stuck in a corporate job ➡️ Why curiosity trumps credentials in the AI era ➡️ How to reinvent yourself at any age or stage⏱️ CHAPTERS▶️ 00:00 — Intro ▶️ 02:25 — Lightning round: Is AI good or bad? ▶️ 05:23 — Agency + accountability: the antidote to uncertainty ▶️ 07:57 — What to do when taking ownership isn't producing results ▶️ 12:42 — Why women get stuck in the story (and how to break out) ▶️ 14:04 — Nikki's immigration story and finding her authentic voice ▶️ 20:54 — The "Thinking Time" daily practice ▶️ 23:40 — Turning tragedy and loss into fuel ▶️ 25:37 — Purpose vs. chasing growth for growth's sake ▶️ 28:11 — Why most people work for safety, not success ▶️ 32:00 — The biggest leadership paradox in the AI age ▶️ 38:16 — Curiosity trumps credentials ▶️ 40:28 — What fulfillment actually means in 2026 ▶️ 43:49 — Burnout vs. stress (and the real cause of burnout) ▶️ 47:08 — Why we don't dream big enough🔗 CONNECT WITH NIKKI BARUA➡️ Website: https://nikkibarua.com ➡️ Flipwork: https://flipwork.ai ➡️ Free AI Readiness Diagnostic: https://flipwork.ai🎧 LISTEN TO FULFILLMENT PROJECT➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6709cKjw4GWkTTzbu7xPJM ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fulfillment-project/id1804384788 ➡️ Substack: https://fulfillmentproject.substack.com/📬 GET THE FULL RECAPEvery week I break down the best ideas from each episode in my Substack newsletter. Subscribe here: https://fulfillmentproject.substack.com/If this conversation hit for you, the best thing you can do is share it with one person who needs to hear it. Drop your biggest takeaway in the comments — I read every single one.#AI #Reinvention #Entrepreneurship #NikkiBarua #FulfillmentProject #Leadership #Burnout #PersonalGrowth #Mindset #CareerReinvention #AIera #PurposeDriven #Curiosity #Agency #WomenInBusiness Get full access to Fulfillment Project at fulfillmentproject.substack.com/subscribe | 50m 57s | ||||||
| 4/20/26 |  #55 | FAMILY: America's Last Hope - with Terry Schilling✨ | familyfatherhood+5 | Terry Schilling | BrickNFC+8 | AmericaWashington+4 | Big Family InitiativeDad-urday+4 | — | 1h 00m 58s | |
| 4/13/26 |  #54 | How to Eat for Your Values (Without Going Full Vegan) with Scott Putnam✨ | food systemplant-based diet+3 | Scott Putnam | Revenge of the HerdsFulfillment Project | China | processed meatscarcinogens+2 | — | 43m 21s | |
| 4/6/26 |  #53 | Health Span, Strength, and Cutting Through the Longevity BS with Paul von Zielbauer✨ | healthspanstrength training+6 | Paul von Zielbauer | Aging With StrengthGeezer Magazine+2 | — | longevity industrial complexmuscle building+2 | — | 1h 02m 47s | |
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| 3/30/26 |  #52 | Purpose with Dr. Vic Strecher✨ | purposebehavioral science+5 | Dr Vic Strecher | Vic's AppVic's book+8 | — | science of purposeUniversity of Michigan+3 | Perfect Snacks | 1h 06m 51s | |
| 3/23/26 |  #51 | Building a Financial System for the New Economy - With Tamara Laine✨ | credit systemgig economy+6 | Tamara Laine | MPWRPerfect Bar+2 | U.S. | credit accessnon-traditional earners+3 | — | 54m 40s | |
| 3/16/26 |  #50 | The Girl Who Followed the Dirt Road with Emily Eiguren✨ | decision makingcalling+4 | Emily McCartney Eiguren | YETIFulfillment Project+1 | — | self improvementbusiness+2 | — | 1h 05m 27s | |
| 3/11/26 |  #49 | Your Children Are Not the Future with Leah Ellis✨ | children's agencyentrepreneurship+3 | Leah K. Ellis | Society of Child EntrepreneursThe Fulfillment Project+4 | — | resilienceproblem-solving+4 | — | 57m 04s | |
| 3/3/26 |  #48 | Calm Without Numbing with Morgan Smith✨ | burnoutanxiety+7 | Morgan Smith | Kalm with KavaFulfillment Project+3 | South Pacificthe Pacific Islands+1 | Kavanervous system+3 | — | 1h 09m 05s | |
| 2/23/26 |  #47 | The Leadership Bill Always Comes Due. With: Phil Hayes-St. Clair✨ | leadershipburnout+3 | Phil Hayes-St. Clair | The Wednesday PartnershipThe Partnership Playbook+3 | — | leadership coachentrepreneur+3 | — | 1h 01m 17s | |
| 2/16/26 |  #46 | Excellence Is Built. You Can Do it. With: Raul Hernandez-Ochoa✨ | excellencepersonal growth+6 | Raul Hernandez-Ochoa | Do Good Workthe Do Good Work Podcast+2 | — | first principlesfeedback loops+3 | — | 55m 35s | |
| 2/9/26 |  #45 | Fulfillment, Vocation, and the Lost Art of Silence & Intentionality w/ Fr. Eric Schild | Most people aren’t unhappy because they’re lazy.They’re unhappy because their lives are disordered.In this episode of The Fulfillment Project, Andy Leonard sits down with Father Eric Schild—pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Maumee, Ohio—for a wide‑ranging conversation on fulfillment, vocation, silence, and why modern life leaves so many people busy but empty.Father Eric shares hard‑won wisdom from nearly two decades as a priest, mentor, and leader walking with people through joy, suffering, work, family, and faith.This episode explores:• Why success without order leads to burnout• The difference between vocation and career• Why silence and reflection are non‑negotiable for fulfillment• How detours reveal God’s presence more than destinations• Why hustle culture often produces anxiety, not purpose• How prayer, planning, and reflection restore meaningWhether you’re deeply religious, spiritually curious, or simply searching for clarity and peace, this conversation will challenge how you think about work, family, and what it really means to live a fulfilled life.⚠️ Note: Due to a technical issue, part of the conversation was lost. What remains is exactly what you were meant to hear.📌 Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Father Eric Schild01:02 The Growth of St. Joseph's Parish01:42 The Role of the Priest in Modern Society04:21 Finding Joy in the Priesthood07:03 Vocation and Life Choices10:39 Detours in Life and Faith13:18 Understanding Vocation in the Church14:29 Understanding Vocation: The Big V vs. Small v16:11 Mentorship and the Importance of Order17:51 The Role of Reflection in Life20:25 Finding Time for Prayer and Reflection23:22 The Power of Joy and Proper Order24:07 Rules of Life: The Importance of Reflection26:36 The Art of Silence and Listening to God28:19 Defining Prayer and Its Importance29:46 The Catholic Perspective on Faith and Practice📖 Subscribe to Andy’s Substack for reflections and tools on fulfillment: https://substack.com/@fufillmentproject🎙 Subscribe to The Fulfillment Project for weekly conversations on faith, work, purpose, and the good life.#Fulfillment #Purpose #Vocation #FaithAndWork #Burnout #Silence #Order #Meaning #TheFulfillmentProject Get full access to Fulfillment Project at fulfillmentproject.substack.com/subscribe | 36m 36s | ||||||
| 2/2/26 |  #44 | 72% of Religious People Do This Wrong w/ Ravi Kathuria | More from Ravi🌐 Website: https://spiritualitywithin.com📖 Book: Happy Soul, Hungry Mind📺 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/ @SpiritualityWithin What if spirituality isn’t something you believe, but rather, something you experience?In this powerful and wide‑ranging conversation, Ravi Kathuria (author of Happy Soul, Hungry Mind) joins Andy Leonard to challenge some of our deepest assumptions about religion, spirituality, fulfillment, and peace.Ravi makes a striking distinction:👉 Religion is the menu. Spirituality is eating the cheesecake.This episode is an invitation to stop arguing about the menu and finally taste the real thing. You’ll hear why spirituality is the direct experience of your own life force (soul), why it becomes available automatically when the mind grows quiet, and why this path is open to everyone, not just monks and mystics.🔑 Key Topics & Takeaways✅ The difference between religion and spirituality✅ Why beliefs, doctrines, and scriptures can’t replace experience✅ “You are not the mind” — understanding mind vs. soul✅ Why only monks calming their minds is a myth✅ The role of silence, peace, and presence in a fulfilled life✅ Why money, success, and achievement don’t quiet the mind✅ The surprising reason billionaires still feel restless✅ How fulfillment of the mind differs from fulfillment of lifeRavi also shares three simple but profound practices that help quiet the mind and create space for real spiritual experience, without quitting your job, moving to a monastery, or adopting a new belief system.🧘 The 3 Practical Practices Ravi Teaches1️⃣ The Mind Purge – letting the mind process the day so you can be present with your family2️⃣ Doing Nothing – truly nothing (no phone, no walk, no prompt)3️⃣ Meditation That Happens – why meditation isn’t something you do, but something that occurs when you’re stillIf you’ve ever felt spiritually hungry despite success, religion, or knowledge, this episode will speak directly to you.00:00 Introduction and Welcome03:16 Understanding Spirituality vs. Religion05:42 The Distinction Between Spirituality and Religion08:23 The Experience of Spirituality11:26 The Path to Spirituality14:15 Defining Spirituality16:35 Quieting the Mind for Spiritual Experience19:35 Practical Techniques for Spirituality21:42 The Mind Purge Technique33:41 The Role of Sleep in Processing Thoughts35:52 Mind Purge: The Importance of Mental Clarity37:08 Being Present with Family38:43 Mind Awareness and Its Development39:48 The Illusion of Happiness in Wealth41:04 The Chase of Materialism vs. Inner Peace44:54 The Concept of Doing Nothing47:21 The Essence of Meditation53:42 Experiencing the Soul Beyond Religion55:17 The Ultimate Technique: Meditation🙏 About the Fulfillment ProjectFulfillment Project explores what it truly means to live a fulfilled life: integrating faith, family, leadership, work, and interior peace.Hosted by Andy Leonard, each episode invites thoughtful conversations that move beyond surface‑level success toward lasting meaning.✅ Call to ActionIf this conversation resonated with you:👍 Like the video📩 Subscribe for weekly episodes💬 Comment: What stood out most to you?🔔 Turn on notifications so you don’t miss future conversations🔎 SEO Tags / Hashtags#Spirituality #Fulfillment #Peace #Meditation #ReligionVsSpirituality#QuietTheMind #Soul #InnerPeace #Leadership #FaithAndWork#AndyLeonard #RaviKathuria #HappySoulHungryMind #FulfillmentProject Get full access to Fulfillment Project at fulfillmentproject.substack.com/subscribe | 1h 15m 27s | ||||||
| 1/26/26 |  #43 | Trite But True | Trite sayings get mocked—but they’re repeated for a reason.In today’s episode of The Fulfillment Project, Andy breaks down 10 classic “trite but true” sayings and reveals the deeper wisdom behind each one. If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at a cliché only to later realize how profoundly true it is, this episode is for you.From “actions speak louder than words” to “if you want to go far, go together,” Andy unpacks why these timeless principles shape character, leadership, family life, and long-term fulfillment. This is a simple, grounded reflection to help you reset your mindset, refocus your priorities, and live more intentionally—starting today.🔥 What You’ll LearnWhy clichés often feel uncomfortable… and why they endureHow your daily actions reveal more than your wordsWhy your inner circle shapes your ambitions and habitsThe power of starting today—even if you’re lateHow discipline, compounding effort, and perseverance really workWhy you can’t pour from an empty cupHow to appreciate life’s highs and lows in the momentWhy meaningful success always requires community⏱️ Timestamps00:00 Trite Sayings That Hold Truth02:42 The Importance of Action and Measurement05:56 The Journey of Life and Personal Growth07:28 Navigating Life's Highs and Lows09:40 The Power of Community and Collaboration👉 If this episode helped you…✔️ Like the video✔️ Subscribe for weekly episodes✔️ Comment your favorite trite but true saying✔️ Share this episode with someone who needs the reminder Get full access to Fulfillment Project at fulfillmentproject.substack.com/subscribe | 10m 47s | ||||||
| 1/22/26 |  #42 | Things Won't Make You Happy | Ever bought something you thought would finally make you feel complete... only to feel exactly the same the next day? 😔 In this solo episode of Fulfillment Project, I share my embarrassing obsession with a "dream watch" and the hard truth I've learned repeatedly: things will NOT make you happy.We unpack why materialism leads to disappointment, backed by research, Stoic wisdom, and real stats on debt's impact on mental health. Discover the key distinction between "stuff" that drains you and possessions/experiences that build depth...and why living below your means is non-negotiable for true fulfillment.Key takeaways:- The illusion of the "next purchase" high- Why hedonic adaptation hits possessions harder than experiences- Debt as chains (not freedom)- Prioritizing soul-deep value over shiny objectsChapters:00:00 Introduction to the Fulfillment Project00:00 The Illusion of Material Happiness00:44 Personal Anecdote: The Watch Obsession04:06 The True Value of Relationships04:58 Living Below Your Means06:02 The Impact of Debt on Well-Being07:24 Experiences vs. Material Goods08:43 The Stoic Perspective on Happiness09:28 Final Thoughts and TakeawaysKey Quotes:"Wealth consists not in having great possessions, but in having few wants." — Epictetus"The borrower is slave to the lender." — Proverbs 22:7"Happiness resides not in possessions and not in gold. Happiness dwells in the soul." — DemocritusResources I Recommend:- Dave Ramsey for debt freedom: https://www.ramseysolutions.com- JL Collins Simple Path to WealthIf this resonated, drop a comment: What's one "thing" you've chased that didn't deliver the happiness you expected? 👇Like, subscribe, and hit the bell 🔔 for more episodes on living a fulfilled life beyond stuff. Share with someone stuck in the comparison trap!#Fulfillment #Minimalism #FinancialFreedom #MentalHealth #Stoicism #AntiConsumerism #PersonalGrowthThanks for watching — you've got this. Until next time. 🙌 Get full access to Fulfillment Project at fulfillmentproject.substack.com/subscribe | 10m 35s | ||||||
| 1/13/26 |  #41 | Ancient Wisdom Lights the Path Through Modern Chaos – with Alex Norris | https://bedrockmagazine.commy non-promo, promo: https://freshpressedoliveoil.comTired of feeling empty in a world full of distractions?In this raw, eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Alex Norris—Oxford Classics grad, Latin teacher, and Managing Editor of Bedrock Magazine (the stunning quarterly print mag launched in 2025 that's rediscovering ancient wisdom to fight modern emptiness, anxiety, and consumerism).We dive deep into:-Why print beats scrolling for real reflection-Courage in everyday life: Saying "no" to friends (or yourself)-Reviving virtues like bravery, temperance, and prudence right now-How Plato's cave allegory can shatter your illusions-Building a life of true adventure and purpose (it's not boring—it's thrilling!)Alex shares how forgotten philosophy, literature, and history can transform your routines, relationships, and mindset. If you're done sleepwalking through life, this is your wake-up call.Grab your copy of Bedrock Magazine: bedrockmagazine.comSubscribe + hit the bell for more quests toward #fulfillmentproject #BedrockMagazine #AncientWisdom #PersonalGrowth #PhilosophyForLife #ModernFulfillment #Virtue #PurposeDrivenLife Get full access to Fulfillment Project at fulfillmentproject.substack.com/subscribe | 51m 31s | ||||||
| 1/5/26 |  #40 | I Quit My Job, Threw My iPhone in a River, and Found More Life Than Ever: with Nick Graf | Nick's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/ @HolyToledo12 Legendary Protein: https://www.eatlegendary.com/What happens when God answers a desperate prayer the very next day, and it flips your entire life upside down?Nick Graf shares his raw Catholic reversion story. Fresh off a dramatic return to the faith, Nick quit his high-paying corporate job after a miraculous severance offer, ditched his smartphone (literally threw his iPhone in the river), removed Wi-Fi from his home, and spent a year unemployed seeking silence, humility, and God's will.We dive deep into:- How God provided in unimaginable ways during financial uncertainty- The radical freedom of cutting out distractions and embracing silence- Finding deeper purpose in everyday work through faith- Why joy is the ultimate litmus test of a vibrant spiritual life- Lessons on vulnerability, risk, and trusting providenceNick's journey from spiritual dryness to contagious Catholic joy will inspire anyone questioning their path or craving more authenticity in faith.If you're searching for Catholic conversion stories, reversion to Catholicism, faith testimonies, or real talk on living intentionally as a Christian today, this conversation is for you.00:00 Introduction03:18 The Journey of Faith and Career Change06:34 Embracing Discomfort and Simplicity09:27 The Impact of Technology on Life12:01 Lessons from a Year of Unemployment15:39 Finding Purpose and Clarity18:37 The Role of Silence and Reflection21:03 The Importance of Vulnerability and Growth24:10 Podcasting Journey and Community33:32 The Artist Within: Embracing Creativity35:52 AI as a Tool: Enhancing Creativity and Efficiency39:49 Finding Purpose in Work: The Importance of Meaning45:39 Sanctifying Work: Integrating Faith and Daily Tasks49:18 The Joy of Sharing Faith: Engaging with Others54:32 Generational Perspectives: Bridging the Gap01:04:50 Gratitude and Joy: Keys to a Fulfilling Life01:05:18 Substack AdvertisementSubscribe for more conversations, trying to uncover how we can live a fulfilled life. #Catholic #CatholicFaith #ConversionStory #ReversionToCatholicism #FaithTestimony #ChristianPodcast #CatholicPodcast #QuitJobForGod #DigitalDetox #FindingPurpose #ChristianLiving #HolyToledo Get full access to Fulfillment Project at fulfillmentproject.substack.com/subscribe | 1h 05m 48s | ||||||
| 12/29/25 |  #39 | Unlocking Vulnerability: Therapist Mary Azar's Journey from Trading Floors to True Fulfillment | What happens when a high-energy career in Chicago commodity trading leaves you feeling deeply unfulfilled? Mary Azar walked away from an exciting finance job to pursue her original calling in social work and now helps others find healing and purpose through therapy that integrates faith and vulnerability.Mary shares her journey from the trading pits to becoming a mom of four and a therapist who blends client-centered care with spiritual depth. We talk about parenting with power, love, and self-control; sanctifying the mundane; why vulnerability is so freeing; and how small daily choices lead to lasting fulfillment.Whether you're questioning your career path, navigating parenthood, or just trying to make meaning out of everyday chaos — this episode is for you.Find more from Mary:Instagram: @prayersandplaytimeSign up for her newsletter: https://us1.campaign-archive.com/?u=17a53be8086616a31fd79b683&id=4100904cba00:00 Introduction to Mary Azar and Her Journey08:03 Transition from Finance to Social Work17:16 The Role of Parenting in Therapy25:15 Fearless Parenting and Its Impact30:24 The Power of Mental Reframing37:26 The Importance of Small Steps43:39 Modeling Behavior for Our Children50:00 The Beauty of Vulnerability Get full access to Fulfillment Project at fulfillmentproject.substack.com/subscribe | 57m 10s | ||||||
| 12/22/25 |  #38 | Credit Card Points with Colin Stroud | He quit his corporate job in November 2024 to chase fulfillment through credit card points — and now he’s booking Emirates first-class flights with onboard showers, overwater bungalows in the Maldives, and $37,000 Caribbean resort stays for his clients… all with points.In my very first in-person podcast interview, Colin Stroud (GoSomewhere.World) pulls back the curtain on:Marrying young, having kids in college, and making it workThe 15 months of nights/weekends that let him safely quitWhy entrepreneurship is WAY harder (and more fulfilling) than it looksThe real way to get 4–6 cents per point (and why most people get 0.6)Booking insane luxury trips for high-spending business ownersWhy "retirement" is a hoax and agency is everythingIf you’re dreaming of escaping the 9-5, obsessed with travel rewards, or just want a raw conversation about building a life you love — this one’s for you.Follow Colin:LinkedIn → Search "Colin Stroud"Website → https://gosomewhere.worldSubscribe for more real stories on fulfillment, family, faith, and going all-in on what matters.#CreditCardPoints #TravelHacking #Entrepreneurship #QuitYourJob Get full access to Fulfillment Project at fulfillmentproject.substack.com/subscribe | 56m 50s | ||||||
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