The Chief Happiness Officer: Maurice Patane on Money, Meaning, and What Really Matters

Andrew Reichert on Purpose, Resilience, and the Rhythms That Keep You Aligned

Some turning points don’t just teach you a lesson. They redraw the entire map. In this episode, Andrew shares three moments that redirected his life: getting expelled from high school, a night that landed him in a jail cell, and a cancer diagnosis in his first year of marriage. What’s powerful is the clarity that came after. Andrew’s story is a reminder that alignment isn’t a one-time breakthrough; it’s a practice. WHAT YOU’LL HEAR ABOUT 1. The “day of reckoning” that came with getting expelled, and what it revealed about identity and approval 2. The moment in a New York jail cell that triggered Andrew’s faith journey and a new question: What am I made for? 3. Why running “two parallel lives” eventually collapses, even if you’re succeeding on paper 4. How cancer reframed time, meaning, and what it really means to “number your days.” 5. Andrew’s “Rhino Operating System”: why alignment comes before the charge, and resilience is the skin you build over time RESOURCES 1. Rich Dad Poor Dad - Book [https://a.co/d/09zIoFw1] 2. The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod - Book [https://a.co/d/0iMWhbrR] 3. SAVERS morning routine (Silence, Aation, Exercise, Reading, Scribing) - Video [https://youtu.be/gHLOSHh6wis?si=HwKyEkODgQPckFnz] 4. Priorities on Purpose by Andrew Reichert - Book [https://a.co/d/0aRgE31m] 5. Enneagram personality test - Link [https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test] About Andrew Andrew Reichert is the founder of Birgo Capital and the author of Priorities on Purpose. He leads with a stewardship mindset, building cultures where people align with purpose and develop resilience to the inevitable adversity life brings. WHERE TO FIND ANDREW Instagram (personal): @rhinoalign [https://www.instagram.com/rhinoalign/] Instagram (Birgo capital): @birgocapital [https://www.instagram.com/birgocapital/] Birgo capital Website: birgo.com/capital [https://www.birgo.com/capital] LinkedIn: Andrew Reichert [https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewreichert/] If this conversation sparked something for you, share it with someone who’s in a “rebuild” season. Follow Us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/andthatchangedeverything/] and LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/andthatchangedeverything/]. Listen to the episode on our Website [https://www.andthatchangedeverything.com/], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5AIszLyQSuE34ktd4UNZuj], Apple podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/and-that-changed-everything/id1823304891] and Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/03ebcf81-03da-45e7-ab97-70e33b36dddf/and-that-changed-everything].

The Power of Belief and the Ripple It Creates, Braxton Kilgo on And That Changed Everything

Some moments remind us that belief is one of the most powerful forces we have. Braxton Kilgo’s story shows what becomes possible when we choose to believe in ourselves and in each other. Braxton grew up in a small Texas town where football shaped identity, community, and dreams of a bigger future. When a major injury changed his path, he stepped into a season of rediscovery that led him to entrepreneurship, creativity, and ultimately the movement he’s now known for: I Believe In You (IBIY). This conversation explores the defining moments that shaped Braxton’s purpose. From learning discipline on the field to building his first businesses out of nothing, to the day a middle school assembly sparked an idea that would grow into a global ripple of kindness and connection. Braxton shares openly, humbly, and with a deep sense of calling. WHAT YOU’LL HEAR ABOUT * Growing up in a community built on belief and belonging * The injury that changed the trajectory of his life * What happens when identity is wiped out overnight * Discovering entrepreneurship and creating opportunity from scratch * The school speech that unexpectedly birthed I Believe In You * How a simple bracelet became a catalyst for connection * Why belief is a skill, a gift, and a responsibility * The future of IBIY and what keeps Braxton moving forward ABOUT BRAXTON Braxton Kilgo is the founder of I Believe In You, a movement built to spread kindness, connection, and belief through meaningful interactions and a tech-enabled bracelet experience. His journey spans football, fitness, digital marketing, brand building, and now leading a global community rooted in purpose and human connection. WHERE TO FIND BRAXTON Instagram (personal): @braxtonkilgo [https://www.instagram.com/braxtonkilgo/] Instagram (IBIY): @ibelieveinyou.co [https://www.instagram.com/ibelieveinyou.io/] Website: https://www.ibelieveinyou.io [https://www.ibelieveinyou.io/pages/home]  LinkedIn: Braxton Kilgo [https://www.linkedin.com/in/braxton-kilgo-82060ba2/] If this conversation inspired you, share it with someone who might need a reminder that you believe in them. Follow And That Changed Everything for more stories about purpose, meaning, and the moments that shape us. Follow Us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/andthatchangedeverything/] and LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/andthatchangedeverything/]. Listen to the episode on our Website [https://www.andthatchangedeverything.com/], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5AIszLyQSuE34ktd4UNZuj], Apple podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/and-that-changed-everything/id1823304891] and Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/03ebcf81-03da-45e7-ab97-70e33b36dddf/and-that-changed-everything].

Inside the Three Moments That Redefined Lisa Larter’s Life

This conversation with Lisa Larter is full of insight, generosity, and beautifully honest stories. Lisa shares the experiences that shaped her independence, her leadership, and the way she cares for the people around her. Her reflections spark curiosity and offer a powerful reminder that the small moments often become the ones that matter most. Lisa Larter is an entrepreneur, strategist, author, and host of She Talks Business. She brings clarity and courage to every room she enters. In this episode, she shares the defining experiences that shaped her values, her confidence, and her commitment to helping others grow. What you’ll hear about: * How early experiences shape our deepest values * Why trust can change the trajectory of a life * The difference between feedback that corrects and feedback that elevates * The power of naming people’s strengths with precision * How to create relationships that honor individuality and growth Resources Mentioned * When the Cranes Fly South - Book [https://a.co/d/5D2Xsll] * Spanx, founded by Sara Blakely - Link [https://spanx.ca/] * Lisa’s podcast, She Talks Business - Link [https://lisalarter.com/shetalksbusiness/] * Jack Canfield’s interview with Tim Ferris - Link [https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/833-jack-canfield-selling-600-million-books-success/id863897795?i=1000734075885]  If this episode inspired you or helped you see your own defining moments more clearly, share it with someone who would love Lisa’s story. And follow to never miss an episode filled with clarity, heart, and purpose. Follow Us: * Website [https://www.andthatchangedeverything.com/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/andthatchangedeverything/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/andthatchangedeverything/] Listen on: * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5AIszLyQSuE34ktd4UNZuj] * Apple podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/and-that-changed-everything/id1823304891] * Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/03ebcf81-03da-45e7-ab97-70e33b36dddf/and-that-changed-everything]

From Farmer to Visionary: Dennis Bulani on Ethics, Innovation, and Chaos Theory

What connects a Scrabble game in Kyrgyzstan, a bestselling business book, and the golden ratio? For Dennis Bulani, the answer is curiosity. It’s what’s guided him from farming in Saskatchewan to building one of Western Canada’s most innovative ag retail companies. It’s what inspired a book that bridges the trust gap between farmers and consumers. And it’s what continues to drive his fascination with science, ethics, and the patterns that link everything together. This episode explores how one farmer’s search for understanding became a lifelong pursuit of innovation, integrity, and impact. Dennis Bulani is the founder and CEO of The Rack, a leading independent ag retail company in Saskatchewan. A fourth-generation farmer, entrepreneur, and author of What a Farmer Wants You to Know About Food, Dennis has spent his career connecting science and ethics to the real work of growing food. His curiosity has taken him from developing data-driven agronomy tools to writing a science fiction novel inspired by chaos theory and the golden ratio; proof that when you follow what fascinates you, the world opens up. In this episode, you’ll hear about: * How Blue Ocean Strategy shaped Dennis’s thinking and transformed how he approaches business and innovation. * The principles that guided him to build a company grounded in trust, science, and ethics. * The story of the Scrabble game that changed his life and led to unexpected global impact. * Why chaos theory and coincidence continue to influence his work and creativity. * Why curiosity, more than anything else, keeps him moving forward. Resources: Books * Blue Ocean Strategy [https://a.co/d/3a5jchu] by W. Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne * What a Farmer Wants You to Know About Food [https://a.co/d/bxRxZj5] by Dennis Bulani Websites * trustyourplate.com [http://trustyourplate.com] – connecting farmers and consumers through honest conversation * therack.ca [http://therack.ca] – The Rack, Dennis’s ag retail business Referenced Concepts * Blue Ocean Strategy * EOS Leadership Workshop * Data in the Dirt Research Symposium * Chaos Theory and the Golden Ratio ✨ Loved this conversation? Share this episode with someone who’s endlessly curious.  Follow And That Changed Everything wherever you get your podcasts for more stories of the moments that shape who we become. Follow Us: * Website [https://www.andthatchangedeverything.com/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/andthatchangedeverything/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/andthatchangedeverything/] Listen on: * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5AIszLyQSuE34ktd4UNZuj] * Apple podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/and-that-changed-everything/id1823304891] * Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/03ebcf81-03da-45e7-ab97-70e33b36dddf/and-that-changed-everything]

The Chief Happiness Officer: Maurice Patane on Money, Meaning, and What Really Matters

What if happiness was something you could design, moment by moment? In this episode, Maurice Patane invites us into a life built on reflection, gratitude, and genuine connection. His story is a reminder that the way we think, speak, and show up every day shapes the life we create. From the power of small rituals to the meaning we attach to money, Maurice shares how intention can turn ordinary moments into extraordinary ones. Maurice Patane is the founder of Access Financial Management in Melbourne, Australia. Known for leading with empathy and purpose, he helps people align their finances with their values so they can live richer, more fulfilled lives. Maurice calls himself the Chief Happiness Officer because his work and life are guided by a single question: How can I help someone live happier today? In this episode, you’ll hear about: * The daily question that sets the tone for Maurice’s life and work * Why moments of challenge can reveal strength and character * The art of listening for what is not being said * How aligning money with meaning creates real freedom * The quiet power of gratitude, journaling, and reflection RESOURCES: * The Road Less Stupid by Keith J. Cunningham - Book Link [https://a.co/d/37cAIZZ] * Sliding Doors - Movie [https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0SKRVPIPS1DVTTLGNTEWMWY4VY/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r] * The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman - Book Link [https://a.co/d/3nBYOyx] If this conversation inspires you, follow And That Changed Everything wherever you get your podcasts. Share it with someone who’s building a life that feels as good as it looks. Follow Us: * Website [https://www.andthatchangedeverything.com/] * Intagram [https://www.instagram.com/andthatchangedeverything/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/andthatchangedeverything/] Listen on: * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5AIszLyQSuE34ktd4UNZuj] * Apple podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/and-that-changed-everything/id1823304891] * Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/03ebcf81-03da-45e7-ab97-70e33b36dddf/and-that-changed-everything]