Sep 25, 20261h 3m
At 8 years old, Rob Avis wrote a letter to his prime minister, begging him to stop the destruction of the Brazilian rainforest. Two decades later, Rob found himself on the other side of that same fight as the oil and...
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Productive Passions
Hosted by christytagye · business · EN
About this Podcast:
Change is happening everywhere eliciting excitement and anticipation in its wake. How do we harness that excitement for ourselves when we find work to be overwhelming, monotonous, or dissatisfying and we’re ready for change? That’s the question we’re looking to answer as we talk with guests who have turned their passion into meaningful work!Productive Passions - hosted by Christy Tagye - takes us on a journey with guests who have dared to reshape their lives and follow their dreams. In each episode, we have candid conversations with people who have embraced change jumping headfirst into uncertainty and following their passions. We’ll explore their stories, experiences, sources of support, and what fuels their motivation to persevere when things aren’t sunshine and rainbows. Hear from experts who provide valuable advice, and resources for actionable steps to begin your transformative journey.New episodes drop on the second Friday of each month. Subscribe to Productive Passions whereve
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What is Productive Passions about?
Change is happening everywhere eliciting excitement and anticipation in its wake. How do we harness that excitement for ourselves when we find work to be overwhelming, monotonous, or dissatisfying and we’re ready for change? That’s the question we’re looking to answer as we talk with guests who have turned their passion into meaningful work!
What has Productive Passions covered recently?
Recent episodes include "He Quit Big Oil for His Passion Project - Now He's Taught 10,000 People to Regenerate Land | Rob Avis | Episode 67" (25 September 2026, 63 minutes), "Meghan Wolfgram: Lori Greiner's Golden Ticket & the Founder's Playbook | Episode 66" (11 September 2026, 74 minutes), and "Pain Points vs. Joy Points: A New Way to Design Business | Episode 64" (14 August 2026, 44 minutes).
How often does Productive Passions publish?
Productive Passions publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 51 minutes across 69 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Productive Passions?
Booking probability for Productive Passions is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Productive Passions requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Productive Passions's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Productive Passions?
The strongest fits for Productive Passions are Business & Management Consulting and Business & Professional Training. Productive Passions has a business audience.
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Sep 11, 20261h 14mMeghan Wolfgram is the Founder and CEO of Swift Paws and the recipient of Lori Greiner's golden ticket on Shark Tank. In this episode of Productive Passions, she breaks down the real founder's playbook behind Swift...
Aug 14, 202644 minWhat's the difference between joy and pleasure, and why does it matter for business? Pleasure is external and temporary, and it can flip into pain once it fades. Joy is internal and momentary, something you can design...
Jul 31, 20261 hourTrust First, Deal Second: The Real Rule of Doing Business in the Gulf | Episode 63 Most Western professionals walk into the Gulf reading the room the way they'd read a room at home, and miss almost everything that...
Jul 17, 202643 minWe have more ways to reach people than ever, and somehow feel more disconnected than ever. In this episode of Productive Passions, host Christy Tagye sits down with Lara Varjabedian, co-founder of UBQT, the AI-powered...
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Jun 19, 20261h 7mYou cut your hair and throw it away without a second thought. But what if that hair could clean up an oil spill, restore degraded soil, filter stormwater runoff, or help revive a dying marine ecosystem? It can. And it's...
May 29, 202656 minYou’re tired by 3 PM. You’re running on caffeine, convenience food, and willpower. And chances are, it’s quietly impacting your focus, mood, leadership, and long-term performance more than you realize. In this episode...
May 15, 20261h 10mWhat do founders really get wrong about funding, failure, and building wealth? In this episode, Dr. Alicia Castillo-Holley shares hard-earned lessons from building companies, investing in founders, and navigating both...
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What the Middle East Conflict Means for Your Money, Food, and the Global Economy | Ep. 58
Apr 27, 202651 minWhat if the biggest impact of the Middle East conflict isn’t happening overseas, but in your grocery bill, travel plans, investments, and cost of living? Most coverage focuses on headlines. This conversation focuses on...
Apr 17, 202643 minWhat does it take to grow a company without losing the mission that inspired it in the first place? In this episode of Productive Passions, Christy Tagye talks with Sean Knierim, Founder and Partner at SidePorch, about...
Apr 8, 202643 minIn this special edition of Productive Passions, we break down one of the most urgent global issues impacting everyday life: the escalating Middle East crisis and the disruption of the Strait of Hormuz. Joined by...
Episode #57
Leadership, Risk, and Long-Term Thinking: Lessons from Global Security | Dr. Ian Ralby | Ep. 55
Apr 3, 202653 minWhat if the biggest risks shaping your business, and the world, are the ones no one is paying attention to? In this episode of Productive Passions, Dr. Ian Ralby, global maritime security expert and international...
Mar 20, 202659 minWhat does it really take to build a business that lasts? In this episode of Productive Passions, Christy Tagye talks with architect and founder Andrew Pedrick about the hard-earned lessons founders learn while building...
Mar 6, 202652 minPurpose-driven businesses don’t fail because the mission is wrong, they fail because the system can’t survive real life. In this episode of Productive Passions, Christy Tagye sits down with Sunil Lalvani, founder of...
Feb 20, 202620 minMindset is often the foundation of leadership, growth, and what we believe is possible. In this episode, Christy Tagye sits down with Robert Norris, also known as Man of Iron, to explore how discipline, consistency, and...
- Feb 6, 202646 min
When New Year motivation fades, staying grounded becomes the real work. In this episode, Amit and I explore mindfulness, emotional regulation, and intentional living as tools for sustainable personal growth beyond...
Episode #52
How Opportunity Becomes the Breakthrough: Non-Dilutive Funding and Climate Innovation | Ep. 50
Jan 23, 202650 minEntrepreneurship often rewards access before capital. In this episode, Christy Tagye sits down with Aaron Fitzgerald, Co-Founder and CEO of Mars Materials, to explore how non-dilutive funding, opportunity-driven...
Jan 9, 202622 minPassion often requires action before confidence fully catches up. In this episode, Christy Tagye reconnects with Abby Cheshire to explore what happens when you say yes before you feel ready and allow fear to stretch you...
Dec 12, 202548 minMost of us enter adulthood without the financial education we actually need. In this episode, Christy speaks with Joey Belsanti, Founder of Twelve Points Academy, about the financial literacy crisis and the movement he...
Nov 28, 202552 minCan solar farms grow food and renewable power at the same time? In this episode of Productive Passions, host Christy Tagye sits down with agri-energy advocate Rebekah Pierce to explore how sunlight, sheep, and solar can...
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Rob Avis
designer, educator, founder, Verge Permaculture
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Taqua Malik
Regional Vice-President for the UAE and GCC, Freedomvisory E-commerce Consultants
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Adam Kingl
author, educator, expert, EXECUTIVE EATS
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Abby Cheshire
private yacht chef, high school culinary arts teacher, best-selling author, social media influencer, Abby in the Galley
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