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The Stay On Course Podcast - Ingredients for Success with Julie Riga
The Stay On Course Podcast with Julie Riga features insightful conversations with global thought leaders, sharing the essential ingredients for success in leadership and life. Tune in for inspirational stories and transformative ideas that empower your journey.
Recent Episodes
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Oct. 12, 2026
Jessica Rhodes: Does Podcast Guesting Actually Work? The Ingredients That Make It Pay Off
Podcast guesting only works when the right ingredients are in place, and leaving out even one can ruin the whole recipe. Julie Riga and Jessica Rhodes, CEO of Interview Connections, explore why so many leaders say guesting did not work for them and what it truly takes to make it pay off. From trust and searchability, to relationships, to the confidence and storytelling that turn a good guest into a great one, this episode is a practical guide for any entrepreneur, coach, or leader who wants visi
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Oct. 8, 2026
From Fear to Flavor: Executive Chef Pablo Valencia Recipe for Leadership Excellence
From Fear to Flavor: Executive Chef Pablo Valencia Recipe for Leadership Excellence In this leadership-rich episode of Stay On Course, Executive Chef Pablo Valencia shares his powerful journey from the Ritz-Carlton to Bourbon Steak Delray Beach, blending corporate excellence with culinary soul. He explores how emotional intelligence, purpose, and faith transform fear into flavorful success, offering real-world tips for entrepreneurs, leaders, and seekers alike. With stories of overcoming conf
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Oct. 6, 2026
Simone D'Antonio: From Michelin-Starred Kitchens to Mamma Mia, How a Chef Turned Italian Tradition into a Bold New Business
What happens when a chef raised in a family of restaurateurs decides to leave the restaurant world without leaving food behind? In this episode of the Stay On Course Podcast, Julie Riga sits down with Simone D'Antonio, co-founder of Mamma Mia, a premium hemp edibles brand that turns classic Italian flavors into treats made for taste first. Simone shares his journey from his father's restaurant in Salerno, Italy, to Michelin-starred kitchens across Europe and then Los Angeles, and what it takes t
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Oct. 4, 2026
Jenny Garufi: The One Minute Reset, Three Moments to Return to Inner Peace
Long days, endless to-do lists, and constant triggers can pull even the most purpose-driven leaders off their path. In this episode of the Stay On Course Podcast, Julie Riga sits down with Jenny Garufi, a best-selling author, energy healer, and mindfulness teacher who believes that one minute is enough to change the direction of your day. Jenny shares three simple resets that help you shift your mindset, restore your energy, and lead yourself with more gratitude, clarity, and self-compassion.
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Sept. 28, 2026
Nelson Brooks: The Ingredients for Success for Throwing a Great Party
What does it take to build a business around bringing people together? Julie Riga sits down with Nelson Brooks, founder and chief cabana boy of Cabana Boy Events, to share his entrepreneur journey. Nelson started the company in Scottsdale in 2020 after one bachelorette weekend sparked an idea. Today his team has hosted about 8,000 parties in ten markets, and his Shark Tank pitch earned a deal with Kendra Scott, who remains an investor. Nelson and Julie also share the ingredients for success for
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Sept. 25, 2026
Julie Riga: AI Is Not Coming for Your Job. The People Who Know AI Are.
AI is not the threat. The people who know how to use it are. In this solo episode, Julie Riga cuts through the noise and speaks directly to the women who are carrying too much, leading too quietly, and wondering what is actually next.