QUESTION EVERYTHING

Movement can change more than your body, sometimes it changes the entire direction of your life. In this episode of Question Everything, Robin Arzón, Vice President of Fitness Programming at Peloton, bestselling author, ultramarathon runner, entrepreneur, and host of the podcast Project Swagger, opens up about leaving behind a successful career in corporate law to build a life centered around movement, reinvention, discipline, and purpose. Robin shares her philosophies on burnout, ambition, motherhood, mental toughness, GLP-1 culture, and learning to live in the uncomfortable space between who you are today… and who you’re becoming next. In this episode, Robin shares:
How she went from corporate lawyer to one of the most recognizable faces in fitness at Peloton
Why women “should” themselves into burnout
The mindset shift that helped her reinvent her life
Her philosophy on discipline, motivation, and mental toughness
The productivity habits she uses to protect her energy and time
Her honest thoughts on GLP-1 medications and modern body image culture
Why motherhood made her more ambitious
The self-talk techniques that helped build her confidence
What endurance training taught her about resilience and mental toughness
Why your feelings “aren’t always telling you the truth”
Why she intentionally schedules “boredom” into her week
The question that helps her overcome imposter syndrome
How to create a life that feels expansive instead of performative
The wellness trends she thinks are actually worth the hype
Make sure to follow Robin on Instagram here and listen to her weekly podcast, Project Swagger.
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On October 7, 2023, Rachel Goldberg-Polin's son Hersh was taken from the Nova Music Festival into Gaza. For 330 days, she and her husband John fought to bring him home; meeting with world leaders, speaking at the UN, and wearing a piece of tape on their chests with the changing number of days he'd been held captive. Hersh was murdered in captivity on day 330.
In this raw and unforgettable conversation, Rachel sits down with Danielle to talk about her new book When We See You Again (NYT bestseller). She opens up about the reality of living inside grief, the pressure society places on people to “heal,” why she rejects toxic positivity, the philosophy of “tragic optimism” that now guides her life, and why she refuses to let her humanity break.In this episode, she shares:
The final two texts Hersh sent his parents and what they meant
Why Rachel calls herself "disordered"
The story behind the tape that millions of people around the world started wearing
"Toxic positivity" vs. "tragic optimism" — and the Viktor Frankl quote that Hersh lived by
How Rachel held space for the suffering of mothers in Gaza while her own son was held there
The one question she still can’t answer: “How are you?”
Why Rachel says motherhood changed “the DNA” of who she is in the world
The Jewish mystical idea that reframes why we're here at all
What it means to mother a child who is no longer in this world
Why Rachel says “hope is mandatory” even after unimaginable loss
"Every soul comes to this world to do one act of kindness." The teaching that helps Rachel make sense of Hersh's life and her own
Grab a copy of Rachel’s NYT bestselling book When We See You Again here
Follow Rachel + her family on Instagram here
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What if the way you get dressed every day is shaping more than your appearance? In this episode of Question Everything, Danielle speaks with celebrity stylist Erin Walsh, known for shaping the iconic looks of Anne Hathaway, to explore the deeper psychology of style, identity, and intentional living. From styling Selena Gomez, Sarah Jessica Parker and more, to her full-circle connection to The Devil Wears Prada and her new book The Art of Intention, Erin reveals why getting dressed is more than fashion. It's a daily practice of self-definition. If you’ve ever wondered how to become the person you’re meant to be, this conversation reframes transformation as something you choose—one decision at a time. In this episode you’ll also learn:
Erin’s full-circle journey: from working at Vogue to becoming a The Devil Wears Prada fan, to styling Anne Hathaway on the The Devil Wears Prada 2 press tour
What Erin has learned about fashion and pop culture from styling celebrities like Selena Gomez, Kerry Washington, and Sarah Jessica Parker
The rise of “method dressing” and storytelling through red carpet fashion
Why Erin believes “what should I wear?” is the wrong question, and what to ask instead
The concept of intentional dressing and how it impacts confidence, identity, and performance
The biggest lesson Erin learned from working at Vogue
How to use fashion as a form of self-therapy and emotional regulation
The “3-word method” to define how you want to feel each day
Why most people disconnect from their personal style, and how to rebuild that connection
The difference between dressing for the event vs. dressing for yourself
Why criticism (and even harsh feedback) can be a creative advantage
How small daily choices compound into major life direction shifts
The role of intention in manifestation, success, and personal growth
How many times a year you should be cleaning out your closet
Why your closet might be holding you back, and how to turn it into a “portal of possibility”
A new definition of transformation: becoming the you you were meant to be
Make sure to check out Erin’s book The Art of Intentional Dressing here
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What if uncertainty wasn’t something to dread, but something we’re meant to live inside? In this episode, Danielle sits down with Paralympian Amy Purdy, whose life changed overnight at age 19 after losing both of her legs to bacterial meningitis. What followed wasn’t just a story of resilience, it was a complete redefinition of identity, possibility, and what it means to move forward. Amy went on to become a three-time Paralympic medalist, a finalist on Dancing with the Stars, and the author of Bounce Forward. But more than what she’s accomplished, this conversation focuses on how she navigates uncertainty, reinvention, and the moments that don’t make sense while you’re living them. In this episode, you’ll learn:
The wild story of Madonna discovering Amy Purdy in a casting call
Amy’s story of losing both legs to bacterial meningitis at 19
How Amy became a Paralympic medalist after losing both her legs
The premonition-like encounter Amy had weeks before she nearly died
What facing death actually feels like (and why it wasn’t fear)
How to redefine purpose after losing everything familiar
Ideas for staying grounded when life feels uncertain and out of control
The difference between “bouncing back” vs. bouncing forward
What it’s like learning to snowboard again on prosthetic legs
The mental tools Amy uses to navigate fear, anxiety, and uncertainty
How Amy manifested working with Oprah Winfrey, Deepak Chopra, and Liz Gilbert
The role of presence and mindfulness during life’s hardest moments
Amy’s devastating second injury, and the moment she realized she “might never walk again”
The power of choosing challenges and reframing our reality
Make sure to check out Amy on Instagram, and read her new book Bounce Forward
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We’re all bombarded with a lot of career advice these days. And while some of it sounds good in theory, most of it doesn’t actually work in real life. In this episode, Danielle speaks with leadership coach Ginny Clarke, who brings 35+ years of experience across executive recruiting, talent management and leadership, including time as a Director of Executive Recruiting at Google. Ginny’s advice is simple: work is a game. To win, you have to learn to play. From what recruiters are really looking for, to why “main character energy” can quietly sabotage your career, to uncomfortable truths about titles, leadership, and workplace culture. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or unsure how to navigate work without losing yourself in the process, this conversation will reframe how you think about all of it. You’ll learn:
Career advice that actually works (and what’s quietly outdated)
Job interview tips that go beyond rehearsed answers
The most common interview mistakes, and how to avoid them
How to answer “tell me about yourself” without sounding scripted
What recruiters are really looking for (beyond your resume)
Interview tips for introverts who don’t want to “perform”
Career growth strategies that don’t rely on a linear path
Workplace advice for navigating office dynamics and expectations
How to succeed at work without burning out or losing yourself
The truth about “main character energy” at work
Leadership advice you can apply at any level, not just management
How to deal with a bad boss (without hurting your own career)
What company culture really is, and how to spot red flags fast
Why your job title matters less than you think
The mindset shift that unlocks real career success
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