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AMERICAN NARRATIVES PODCAST

We all have a narrative that shapes the way we think, lead, and live. And sometimes, that story takes an unexpected turn—a career pivot that redefines everything. 

Hosted by Maryanne Piña and Joe Frodsham, the American Narratives Podcast features candid conversations with leaders who’ve navigated pivotal career moments with resilience, clarity, and courage. These are the stories behind the title changes, the reinventions, and the quiet decisions that transformed lives. 

In every episode, they go beyond stereotypes and job titles to reveal the human experience behind career change—the doubts, the breakthroughs, and the defining moments that help people lead with purpose and live on their own terms. 

Because your story doesn’t end with a pivot, that’s where it begins. 

Hear from leaders who turned uncertainty into opportunity
The Courage to Pivot

A self-described nerd with a heart for impact, Byron shares how curiosity, humility, and a long-term mindset shaped a career built on purpose, not convention. In this episode, he offers clear advice, an optimistic outlook, and honest lessons from experiences that didn’t always go as planned, but always moved him forward. It’s a reminder that ...