Best Brett Trainor Podcasts (2025)

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Escape Without Breaking: Shelley McIntyre’s 3-Phase Framework for Leaving Corporate 38:25

11d ago38:25

38:25

She’s back for part two! Shelley McIntyre returns to break down the exact framework she uses to help burned-out GenX professionals escape corporate life—without hitting rock bottom first. If part one was about why we escape, this one is about how to do it—mentally, emotionally, and tactically. We cover: • Why grief is a part of every transition (ye…

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The LinkedIn Escape Plan: How Joe McKay Left Government and Built a Life in France 51:27

18d ago51:27

51:27

Joe McKay left a government job in Australia to raise his family in rural France—and stumbled into the solopreneur life along the way. In this episode, Joe shares how one consulting gig turned into a thriving ghostwriting business and agency, all built on the back of his personal brand on LinkedIn. We talk about: • The “fork in the road” moment tha…

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The Anti-Hustle Guide to Doing Better Work with Paul Shirley 53:48

22d ago53:48

53:48

This isn’t a future-of-work episode. It’s a how-to-work-differently episode. Paul Shirley returns for his third appearance on the show—and this time, we go deep. We’re talking focus, structure, guilt, failure, personal infrastructure, and why GenX escapees need systems more than strategies. If you’ve ever felt like: • You “should be able to do more…

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The Salary Gap Illusion: Why Going Solo Isn’t as Risky as You Think 16:31

1M ago16:31

16:31

Feeling stuck between your 6-figure corporate salary and the dream of going solo? You’re not alone—and the fear is real. But the risk? It’s not as big as you think. In this Cliff Notes solo episode, Brett breaks down “The Salary Gap Illusion”—why so many GenXers stay stuck in jobs they’ve outgrown, and how to start building your bridge to freedom t…

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Jumping Out of the Corporate Plane—with a Parachute (and a Plan) with Tonya McKenzie 39:13

1M ago39:13

39:13

In this inspiring episode, Brett chats with PR powerhouse Tonya McKenzie, a true OG in the escapee world, having built her own agency nearly a decade ago. Tonya shares the story of how her husband (a fellow escapee) gave her the push she needed to leap from corporate—and how she turned that leap into a thriving PR and media business. From launching…

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If It’s Not a Hell Yes, It’s a No: Why Clarity Comes After Action w/Shelley McIntyre 41:40

2M ago41:40

41:40

Shelley McIntyre didn’t just leave corporate—she walked away from a long career in tech and consulting and into something completely unexpected: grief coaching. But as Shelley quickly discovered, grief isn’t just about death—it’s also what we experience when leaving jobs, identities, and entire versions of ourselves behind. In this candid conversat…

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Escape the Burnout, Save Your Brain: The Supersized Eric Collett Episode 1:12:43

3M ago1:12:43

1:12:43

Supersized Episode Alert! This episode goes deep—and for good reason. Eric Collett didn’t just escape burnout and corporate stress. He rebuilt his life around brain health, longevity, and optimal performance—and now helps thousands do the same. This two-part-in-one episode blends Eric’s escapee origin story (and the moment he realized he couldn’t g…

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The Escapee Superpower No One Talks About: Smarter Decisions, Faster Success 34:50

3M ago34:50

34:50

In corporate, most of us weren’t really making decisions—we were following them. But out here? As an escapee, every choice is yours. And decision-making becomes one of the biggest levers for building the life and business you actually want. In this episode, I’m joined by organizational psychologist Dr. Magda du Preez to talk about the hidden skill …

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A 4-Step Process to Make Money from Your Corporate Experience: Cliff Notes Episode 14:45

3M ago14:45

14:45

Welcome to the very first Cliff Notes edition of The Corporate Escapee Podcast—a short, sharp, and actionable solo episode designed to help you take your next step toward freedom. In this quick-hit episode, Brett breaks down the 4-step process every GenXer needs to understand to start making money right now using just their corporate experience—no …

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How I Escaped Corporate: My Conversation on The Maker-Manager Money Podcast 52:40

3M ago52:40

52:40

In this special crossover episode, I sit down with Kyle Knowles on Maker-Manager Money to share my journey from 30 years in corporate to building The Escapee Collective and The Collective Academy. We dive deep into why I walked away from corporate life, how I overcame the uncertainty of going solo, and the powerful mindset shifts that made all the …

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Creative AI Projects for Kids - David Basulto 36:59

4M ago36:59

36:59

David Basulto is an award-winning high school media instructor based in LA, Apple learning coach, and Founder and Owner of iographer.com. David shares his early background in Hollywood and how he found his passion for teaching. In this podcast, we dive into David's experience teaching kids how to use AI creatively, video content creation, and tips …

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Laid Off After 20 Years? Here’s How This Former Biz Dev Exec Took Control 42:40

4M ago42:40

42:40

In this episode of The Corporate Escapee Podcast, Brett sits down with Matt Hobson-Rohrer, an early escapee who has been navigating the solo business world for over 13 years. Matt shares how a moment in a Shanghai hotel room made him realize he was missing too much of his daughter’s life—only to have corporate make the decision for him a year later…

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AI Helps Women Navigate Breast Cancer - Ellyn Winters-Robinson 35:50

4M ago35:50

35:50

Ellyn is a breast cancer survivor, health rebel, and entrepreneur. She built her digital twin AskEllyn.ai to serve as an empathetic companion for women navigating a diagnosis. It's currently being used by women all around the globe, across multiple languages, and all walks of life. In this podcast, we talk about AI for good, patient-driven innovati…

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The Future of Business is Solo—Why This CEO is Hiring Fractional Talent Instead of FTEs w/ Ron Harpaz 42:44

4M ago42:44

42:44

The corporate world is changing, and businesses are no longer defaulting to full-time employees. Instead, they’re building lean, high-performing teams using fractional talent. But what does that actually look like in practice? In this episode of The Corporate Escapee Podcast, Brett sits down with Ran Harpaz, a former corporate executive turned star…

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Fractional Success: Mindset, Clients, & Growth Strategies with John Arms 1:01:44

4M ago1:01:44

1:01:44

In this conversation, Brett Trainor and John Arms discuss the evolving landscape of fractional leadership, exploring its growth, the macro and micro reasons behind this shift, and how individuals can position themselves effectively in this space. They delve into the changing dynamics of corporate work, the demand for fractional talent, and the impo…

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Losing Corporate, Finding Yourself: How a Sales Pro Built a New Future w/ Denise Murtha Bachman 41:21

4M ago41:21

41:21

In this episode of The Corporate Escapee Podcast, Brett welcomes Denise Murtha Bachmann, a former corporate sales professional who reinvented herself as a consultant, coach, and fractional sales leader. Denise shares her journey of leaving a 30-year corporate career—one she once considered “family”—after an unexpected layoff. She opens up about the…

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AI for Blockchain and Aviation - Dr. Jamar Montgomery 20:24

4M ago20:24

20:24

Dr. Jamar Montgomery is a content creator focused on AI, blockchain, aviation, and law, and experienced in educating his audience on using AI and blockchain tools in everyday life. He's spoken at summits and tech events, while building entrepreneurial ventures like Cryptonomics Wealth. Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drjamarmontgomery Website: http…

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AI Improves Your Public Speaking - Meredith Grundei 26:58

4M ago26:58

26:58

Meet Meridith Grundei, MFA recognized as one of the top 10 public speaking coaches of 2022 by Yahoo Biz. With an impressive TikTok following of 100K+, she's become the go-to authority on public speaking. Meridith is an expert speaker, having delivered impactful and informative speeches globally for prominent names like Amazon AWS, Panasonic, and Me…

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Building Tiktok Replacement With AI - Aaron Litherland 25:46

4M ago25:46

25:46

Aaron Litherland is the founder of Lead My Care, a transformative AI-powered health assistant designed to enhance patient care and streamline clinical workflows. With a background nursing and clinical informatics, Aaron has dedicated his career to bridging the gap between technology and patient care. His work with Lead My Care focuses on leveraging…

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From 1 Billion Streams to Building AI Apps - tunnA Beatz 34:14

5M ago34:14

34:14

tunnA Beatz is a music producer with over 300,000 YouTube subscribers and more than 1 billion streams across songs worldwide. Starting from scratch, he embarked on building his own web app with the help of ChatGPT. Within a year, he acquired full-stack development skills and successfully built a complete, functional website, despite having no prior…

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AI for Market Research - Adam Probolsky, Probolsky Research 25:07

5M ago25:07

25:07

Adam Probolsky is president of Probolsky Research, a woman and Latina-owned national market and opinion research firm. In this podcast, we discuss the impacts of AI and synthetic data on the market research industry. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamprobolsky/ Website: https://www.probolskyresearch.com/…

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Redefining Success: GenX, Freedom, and Second Chances with Tom Clement 47:05

5M ago47:05

47:05

In this episode of The Corporate Escapee Podcast, host Brett Trainor sits down with Tom Clement, a GenXer who shares his unconventional journey from a blue-collar upbringing to running a motorcycle dealership, transitioning into academics, and ultimately finding fulfillment teaching incarcerated individuals in Arizona. Tom opens up about: • The cha…

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Navigating the Future of Education with AI - Laura Knight, Sapio Ltd 30:44

5M ago30:44

30:44

Laura Knight, Founder of Sapio Ltd, specialises in digital strategy, AI and innovation in education. With over two decades of teaching experience, she excels in strategic technology development for teaching and learning, AI, and digital skills training. Laura empowers leaders in schools, universities, and commercial organisations, leveraging techno…

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AI Transforms Patient Experiences - Vinod Subramanian, MedAdvisor 25:46

5M ago25:46

25:46

Vinod Subramanian is the Chief Operating and AI Officer at MedAdvisor Solutions, a global health tech company focused on transforming patient care through digital innovation. With a wealth of experience in both healthcare and artificial intelligence, Vinod leads AI strategy and operations, overseeing initiatives that improve medication adherence, p…

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How to Escape Your 9-5 (Sabrina Ramonov Podcast) 34:15

5M ago34:15

34:15

Hey everyone, welcome back to The Corporate Escapee podcast! Today’s episode is a special one. I recently had the pleasure of joining Sabrina Romanov on her podcast, where we had an incredible conversation about escaping corporate life, finding freedom, and leveraging tools like AI to build a solo business. Sabrina was kind enough to let me share t…

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How to Escape Your Corporate 9-5 - Brett Trainor, Escapee Collective 33:27

5M ago33:27

33:27

Brett Trainor is on a mission to help 100,000 Corporate GenXers escape the 9-5! He's the Founder of the Escapee Collective, Host of the Corporate Escapee Podcast, and CEO of the Collective Academy.By Sabrina Ramonov 🍄

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Escaping the 9-5: My Story & Interview from the What’s Next GenX Podcast 45:23

6M ago45:23

45:23

Welcome back to The Corporate Escapee podcast. I’m thrilled to bring you something a little different today. Recently, I had the privilege of being a guest on the What’s Next GenX podcast with Nicole and Anne Marie. These two are all about helping Gen Xers like us figure out what’s next in our careers and lives. In this episode, we dove deep into t…

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Ditch the Cold Outreach: How Thom Van Dyke Builds Business with High-Value Introductions 43:58

6M ago43:58

43:58

In this episode of the Corporate Escape-y Podcast, Thom shares his unique journey from being a pastor for 19 years to becoming a successful entrepreneur and StoryBrand coach. He discusses the challenges he faced during his transition, including imposter syndrome and the importance of building a network based on trust. In this conversation, Thom and…

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Couples, Tech, and Taking the Leap: Escapee Lessons from Heather McLean 32:31

6M ago32:31

32:31

Welcome back to The Corporate Escapee Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to chat with Heather McLean, a recent escapee who left behind a high-powered corporate role leading a 400-person software development team to co-found her own tech-focused business alongside her husband. Heather shares her journey from back-to-back corporate meetings an…

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Affordable, Accessible, and Continuous Mental Health Care with AI - Yusuf Jones 31:55

6M ago31:55

31:55

Yusuf Jones ia a compassionate innovator in AI and mental health technology. As an AI Solutions Innovator, LLM Engineer, and mental health technology advocate, he's presented groundbreaking workshops at Yale and Stanford, focusing on the intersection of artificial intelligence and mental health care. A certified end-of-life doula and advocate for e…

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AI-Driven Dog Behavior Solutions with ChatGPT o1 Pro | Brian Burton, Instinct 25:42

6M ago25:42

25:42

Brian holds a Bachelor of Computer Science from Dalhousie University and a Master’s in Animal Behavior & Conservation from Hunter College/CUNY. Combining expertise in both fields, Brian has pioneered the use of AI and machine learning to revolutionize the pet care industry. As the co-founder of Instinct Dog Behavior & Training, he has scaled the co…

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Brett Trainor Podcasts

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Escape Without Breaking: Shelley McIntyre’s 3-Phase Framework for Leaving Corporate 38:25

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The LinkedIn Escape Plan: How Joe McKay Left Government and Built a Life in France 51:27

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The Anti-Hustle Guide to Doing Better Work with Paul Shirley 53:48

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The Salary Gap Illusion: Why Going Solo Isn’t as Risky as You Think 16:31

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Jumping Out of the Corporate Plane—with a Parachute (and a Plan) with Tonya McKenzie 39:13

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If It’s Not a Hell Yes, It’s a No: Why Clarity Comes After Action w/Shelley McIntyre 41:40

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Escape the Burnout, Save Your Brain: The Supersized Eric Collett Episode 1:12:43

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The Escapee Superpower No One Talks About: Smarter Decisions, Faster Success 34:50

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A 4-Step Process to Make Money from Your Corporate Experience: Cliff Notes Episode 14:45

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How I Escaped Corporate: My Conversation on The Maker-Manager Money Podcast 52:40

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Creative AI Projects for Kids - David Basulto 36:59

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Laid Off After 20 Years? Here’s How This Former Biz Dev Exec Took Control 42:40

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AI Helps Women Navigate Breast Cancer - Ellyn Winters-Robinson 35:50

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The Future of Business is Solo—Why This CEO is Hiring Fractional Talent Instead of FTEs w/ Ron Harpaz 42:44

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Fractional Success: Mindset, Clients, & Growth Strategies with John Arms 1:01:44

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Losing Corporate, Finding Yourself: How a Sales Pro Built a New Future w/ Denise Murtha Bachman 41:21

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AI for Blockchain and Aviation - Dr. Jamar Montgomery 20:24

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AI Improves Your Public Speaking - Meredith Grundei 26:58

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Building Tiktok Replacement With AI - Aaron Litherland 25:46

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From 1 Billion Streams to Building AI Apps - tunnA Beatz 34:14

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AI for Market Research - Adam Probolsky, Probolsky Research 25:07

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Redefining Success: GenX, Freedom, and Second Chances with Tom Clement 47:05

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Navigating the Future of Education with AI - Laura Knight, Sapio Ltd 30:44

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AI Transforms Patient Experiences - Vinod Subramanian, MedAdvisor 25:46

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How to Escape Your 9-5 (Sabrina Ramonov Podcast) 34:15

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How to Escape Your Corporate 9-5 - Brett Trainor, Escapee Collective 33:27

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Escaping the 9-5: My Story & Interview from the What’s Next GenX Podcast 45:23

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Ditch the Cold Outreach: How Thom Van Dyke Builds Business with High-Value Introductions 43:58

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Couples, Tech, and Taking the Leap: Escapee Lessons from Heather McLean 32:31

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Affordable, Accessible, and Continuous Mental Health Care with AI - Yusuf Jones 31:55

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AI-Driven Dog Behavior Solutions with ChatGPT o1 Pro | Brian Burton, Instinct 25:42

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