PurposeCast with Dr. Vic Strecher

Every person on this planet encounters loss, stress, challenges, and fear. People who are more resilient bounce back from life’s adversities quicker and find ways to achieve fulfillment and joy more often. Science tells us that resilience isn’t a special trait you have or don’t have. It’s a skill anyone can learn that can be practiced and strengthened over time. Join Dr. Vic Strecher and world-renowned resilience expert Dr. Michael Ungar as they discuss new approaches to defining and strength...

Mindset is what we feel and believe about our talents and capabilities and has a profound effect on how we lead our lives. Coined and researched by Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck, there are two distinct mindsets we employ when faced with challenges: growth vs. fixed. The fixed mindset views challenges as obstacles to avoid, while the growth mindset embraces them as opportunities to learn. It turns out that the growth mindset is more valuable in challenging times, like a pandemic, and can l...

While it's true that we need food to survive, cultivating a joyful and healthy relationship with food helps us to thrive. Historically, humans have deepened social connection, and celebrated joyous occasions, in the sharing of meals. In this PurposeCast, Dr. Vic Strecher and Monj CEO Adam DeVito explore our relationship with food to boost joy and connection this holiday season.

Today’s guest is Ari Weinzweig — writer, thinker, and co-founder of Zingerman’s Community of Businesses in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Ari’s story isn’t just about building a beloved local deli into a nationally admired family of businesses — it’s about creating a community rooted in purpose, humility, and genuine care for people. From his early days behind the counter to his decades of writing on leadership, vision, and meaningful work, Ari has become a voice for leading with authenticity and heart.