Is the modern parenting playbook failing us? In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of UNLOCKED, Krista Franks sits down with psychoanalyst and author Erica Komisar, a bold voice challenging how society is raising its children—and what it’s doing to our mental health. Erica unpacks the myths we've been sold about motherhood, resilience, and career ambition—and reveals the neurological consequences of early childhood stress, emotional neglect, and fractured family dynamics. Whether you...
Apr 30, 2025
44 min
In this special live conversation, Krista and Phil reflect on a recent moment that tested their philosophy in real time: What if this isn’t happening to you… but for you? They walk through the major transitions happening inside Owl & Key and their family life—from big client changes to launching new brands—and share how they’ve used intention, presence, and partnership to navigate uncertainty and step into what’s next. If you’re in a season of change, this is the reframe you didn’t know y...
Apr 3, 2025
46 min
Are you really tapping into intuition, or are your emotions fooling you? In this episode, Professor Joel Pearson, leading neuroscientist and researcher, breaks down the real science behind intuition—debunking common myths and revealing how to train your brain for better decision-making. We dive into: ✅ What intuition actually is (hint: it’s not just a feeling) ✅ When to trust vs. ignore your gut instinct ✅ How emotions like stress, anxiety, and excitement distort intuition ✅ The 5-step "SMILE...
Mar 24, 2025
55 min
In this enlightening episode of UNLOCKED, we're joined by Deb Dana, LCSW, a globally recognized clinician, consultant, and speaker specializing in Polyvagal Theory and its practical applications. Deb unpacks the transformative concept of “glimmers,” small moments of connection and safety, and explains how they can help us move through life’s challenges with greater ease and resilience. Deb shares profound insights into the science behind glimmers, how they serve as a counterbalance to trigger...
Jan 22, 2025
50 min
In this episode of UNLOCKED, we’re joined by Jonathan Poma, Founder and Executive Director at Loop, a company recognized as one of Forbes’ Next Billion-Dollar Startups. Formerly the CEO, Jonathan has led Loop through extraordinary growth and transformation. Now, he’s sharing the lessons he learned and how those insights translate into living a more intentional and fulfilling life. Jonathan dives deep into the principles of intentional leadership, the value of self-awareness, and how to achiev...
Jan 7, 2025
1 hr 4 min
In this inspiring conversation, Joe DeLoss opens up about navigating life’s twists and turns, sharing his raw, personal journey through big changes and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Whether you’re facing a career shift, grappling with relationships, or just trying to figure out what’s next, this episode offers a relatable and refreshing take on the process of change. Here’s what we dive into: The Reality of Change: Joe unpacks the messy, paradoxical, and often beautiful journey of l...
Nov 21, 2024
57 min
In this episode of UNLOCKED, we sit down with Parneet Pal, a Harvard- and Columbia-trained physician and founder of Systematically Well Advisory, Inc., to uncover the roots of holistic well-being and the transformative potential of lifestyle medicine. Parneet shares pivotal “crucible moments” that redefined her view on health, shaped by her journey from traditional medicine to a focus on lifestyle, our biology, and planetary health. Through fascinating discussions on resilience, well-being, a...
Oct 31, 2024
55 min
What if the way you think about money is holding you back from living the life you truly want? In this episode, we challenge the conventional approach to earning and spending by asking, how can you make money work for you, rather than letting it control your choices? Join us as we explore how to build a bridge toward making money in new ways—a critical step for many who feel stuck in their current lifestyle. We dive into the real meaning of success, not measured by the amount you earn, but by...
Oct 14, 2024
50 min
In this episode, Lee Povey, a former elite athlete and coach turned high-performance leadership expert, dives deep into the intersection of sports, leadership, and emotional intelligence. Povey shares his personal journey from a turbulent childhood, his rise through competitive cycling, and his transition into coaching Olympic athletes and startup founders. Throughout the conversation, he unpacks critical lessons on self-awareness, emotional mastery, and the importance of trust and failure in...
Oct 3, 2024
1 hr 6 min
Overview: In this episode of the Unlocked podcast, Krista and Phil explore the concept of the "echoes of your expression"—how personal expression, whether intentional or unintentional, reverberates through our lives and the lives of those around us. They're sharing real-life stories that illustrate how small acts of expression, like sharing a professional aspiration or speaking an intention, lead to unexpected and profound outcomes. Expression is not just a solo endeavor but a collaborative...
Sep 18, 2024
53 min
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