Welcome! This podcast is the pursuit of a dream. Fraud to Fearless was sparked by the belief that deep down, we all know there’s more waiting for us in this one wild and beautiful life. After meeting in graduate school at Utah State University, we (Brooke and Hayden) made a promise: one day, we’d build something together that mattered. Something that would have positive impact on people’s lives and empower others to live with courage, authenticity, and purpose. Today, that promise comes to life and is now available to you.
What started as a passion project has become a movement. The reality is that everyone, from interns to CEOs, feels imposter syndrome, insecurity, and self-doubt, but most stay silent. It’s seen as a weakness, vulnerability, or failure. We changed that. We built a brand that dares to talk about the real, messy, honest parts of growth, one that celebrates progress over perfection and empowers people to go from imposter to unstoppable.
Fearless isn’t about having no fear, it’s about facing it. It’s about showing up fully as yourself, giving yourself grace, and relentlessly chasing the life you were meant to live.
We believe that when you live fearless, you inspire others to do the same. This podcast is your space to do exactly that. To reflect, dream, and design that version of you, the one who is bold enough to believe that anything is possible.The tools are here. The movement is here. The transformation? It’s already within you.
Now what are you waiting for? Select an episode, hit play, and begin the pursuit of your dream YOU, the Fearless You. Let’s go!
See you on the pod,
Brooke + Hayden
Welcome! This podcast is the pursuit of a dream. Fraud to Fearless was sparked by the belief that deep down, we all know there’s more waiting for us in this one wild and beautiful life. After meeting in graduate school at Utah State University, we (Brooke and Hayden) made a promise: one day, we’d build something together that mattered. Something that would have positive impact on people’s lives and empower others to live with courage, authenticity, and purpose. Today, that promise comes to life and is now available to you.
What started as a passion project has become a movement. The reality is that everyone, from interns to CEOs, feels imposter syndrome, insecurity, and self-doubt, but most stay silent. It’s seen as a weakness, vulnerability, or failure. We changed that. We built a brand that dares to talk about the real, messy, honest parts of growth, one that celebrates progress over perfection and empowers people to go from imposter to unstoppable.
Fearless isn’t about having no fear, it’s about facing it. It’s about showing up fully as yourself, giving yourself grace, and relentlessly chasing the life you were meant to live.
We believe that when you live fearless, you inspire others to do the same. This podcast is your space to do exactly that. To reflect, dream, and design that version of you, the one who is bold enough to believe that anything is possible.The tools are here. The movement is here. The transformation? It’s already within you.
Now what are you waiting for? Select an episode, hit play, and begin the pursuit of your dream YOU, the Fearless You. Let’s go!
See you on the pod,
Brooke + Hayden
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Episode Summary:
As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect on a transformative first year of Fraud to Fearless, sharing the biggest lessons on fear, leadership, and personal growth.
From overcoming self-doubt and burnout to discovering practical leadership strategies, this episode offers actionable insights for entrepreneurs, professionals, and anyone committed to personal and professional growth.
Learn how to manage fear, set healthy boundaries, and lead with confidence in work, life, and relationships. Packed with real-life examples and reflective takeaways, this year-in-review episode will help you finish the year strong and start 2026 empowered.
The Fearless Journal:
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Episode Summary:
In a world that glorifies hustle, physical strength, and constant productivity, we rarely talk about the one muscle that’s under the most pressure...our mind.
In this episode we kick off a new mini-series on meditation by unpacking what mental endurance really looks like for high performers navigating Q4 chaos, career pressure, family demands, and the never-ending rat race. From packed calendars and holiday stress to panic attacks and burnout, this conversation gets honest about what happens when stress goes unchecked.
Hayden shares a deeply personal story of experiencing a panic attack and how it became a wake-up call to start training his mental health with the same intention as his physical health. Brooke breaks down the neuroscience behind meditation, why slowing down isn’t “fluffy,” how it rewires the brain, and why simple practices like breath-work and sensory awareness can dramatically improve performance, clarity, and emotional regulation.
Together, they explore practical tools you can start using immediately, three deep breaths, naming your thoughts, mindful moments during your commute, and even cultural practices like La Paseo, to help release pressure before it overflows.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, on edge, or like you’re carrying more than you can handle, this is your invitation to stop white-knuckling life and start building the mental endurance that allows you to show up fully, at work, at home, and for yourself. Because fearless isn’t about doing more. It’s about training your mind to carry what matters.
Work wasn’t designed for humans — it was designed for efficiency, risk, and control. In this episode, we sit down with SVP of Talent Management & Sustainability at Blood Cancer United, Elisa Garn (link to Elisa's website here) to unpack why so many workplace cultures feel broken and what it actually takes to fix them.
Elisa shares how human-centered design can transform company culture, reduce burnout, and help employees thrive, without sacrificing business results. From outdated systems like the 40-hour workweek to why HR often struggles to gain executive buy-in, this conversation challenges how leaders think about work, talent, and culture.
If you’re an executive, HR leader, founder, or professional questioning why work feels misaligned, this episode will help you rethink how culture is designed, and who it’s really built for.
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Ever sit at your desk and think, “Why am I even doing this?” Same!
In this episode, we’re having the conversation everyone has behind closed doors: the moments when work feels pointless, overwhelming, or downright soul-crushing.
We unpack why this happens, the hidden triggers no one talks about, and how to rebuild a sense of direction and confidence, without blowing up your career or starting over from scratch.
This is your reminder that the problem isn’t you… it’s the system. And together, we’re flipping the script.
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So many are quietly struggling at work; not because they lack talent, but because they can’t seem to find “their people.” In this episode, we break down why the modern workplace leaves so many professionals feeling isolated, under-supported, and unsure where they belong.
You’ll learn how to build meaningful connection even in disconnected cultures, how to shift from waiting for community to creating it, and why your next big move might come from one conversation with the right person.
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Work shouldn’t suck… but for most of us, it does at some point. In this episode, we get brutally honest about the moments when work drains you: dreading Mondays, living for the weekend, crying before your shift, or relying on a mouse-jiggler just to survive the day.
From Brooke’s door-to-door sales breakdowns, to Hayden’s realization that “cool co-workers” can’t fix miserable work, this episode highlights why so many of us feel stuck and what you can actually do about it.
You’ll learn:
✨ The real reasons jobs start to feel meaningless or overwhelming
✨ How to separate your skills from the job that’s draining you
✨ A practical inventory exercise to figure out what needs to change
✨ Why gratitude, connection, and knowing your worth re-shape your work life
✨ How to recognize when it’s time to stay, change something, or walk away
Whether your job is mildly disappointing or soul-sucking, this episode gives you the tools, perspective, and courage to take your power back.
If you’ve ever felt like work is crushing you, this one’s for you.
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Episode Offering:
Fear is universal, but most of us are only scratching the surface of what we’re truly battling. In this mind-blowing conversation, empowerment mentor Sarah Jones breaks down the FOUR types of fear you’ve never been taught to recognize and how they quietly control your choices, your relationships, and even your income ceiling:
Together, we unpack:
🔥 Why fear is like oxygen, ever-present, yet massively misunderstood
🔥 The real reason you keep repeating the same patterns in relationships, money, or career
🔥 How generational and inherited fears secretly drive your beliefs
🔥 What it actually looks like to run toward fear instead of away from it (the “Be the Bison” method)
🔥 The ego cycle vs. humility cycle: how doubt, indifference, and pride keep us stuck
🔥 A step-by-step acronym you can use TODAY to identify and remove fear at the root
If you’ve ever said “I don’t know why I’m stuck,” THIS is your blueprint.
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In this episode, Brooke walks through her Flip the Fear framework in real time — unpacking one of the deepest fears she’s never said out loud. If you’ve ever felt afraid to be seen, afraid people won’t show up for you, or afraid you’re “not enough,” this episode gives you the exact mindset tools, neuroscience principles, and step-by-step questions to rewrite the belief underneath your fear.
You’ll learn how to:
✅ Identify the real belief driving your fear
✅ Trace it back to the moment it began
✅ Flip the fear into a new identity statement
✅ Use the D.O.C. Framework to take action with confidence
Perfect for anyone ready to break old patterns, build real self-trust, and start living fearlessly.
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What if the only thing keeping you “invisible” is the story fear keeps whispering about who you are?
In this episode, we break down the hidden fears that hold high-achievers back — the fear of being ignored, the fear of being seen, and the fear of showing up as your real self.
Using insights from fighter pilots, corporate leadership, and our own raw personal stories, they reveal why fear feels so real… and how you can rewrite the script starting today.
You’ll Learn:
If you’re tired of overthinking, shrinking, second-guessing, or waiting for the “right moment” to go after what you want… this episode will flip the fear for you.
Take action. Get seen. Become unstoppable.
And if this message hits home, follow the podcast — every episode is designed to help you step out of self-doubt and into the life you’re meant to lead.
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After 10 months of building Fraud to Fearless virtually, we finally meet in person — and nothing goes as planned. From spilled lattes and missing phones to a soundproof “Death Star” studio they can’t figure out, this episode is equal parts chaos, laughter, and breakthrough.
But beneath the bloopers is something deeper: fear — what it really looks like, how it holds us back, and how to face it head-on.
Brooke opens up about leaving corporate America as a single mom and learning to trust her calling. Hayden reflects on how fear never disappears — it just changes form — and why success means learning to move through it anyway. Together, they unpack:
✨ The truth that fear never leaves — and why that’s okay
💡 How to “predict your saboteurs” before they derail your goals
💪 What resilience looks like when everything goes wrong
🔥 Why identity (who you are) matters more than reputation
Plus, Brooke shares the rock-climbing lesson that changed her mindset forever, and Hayden gets vulnerable about fatherhood, failure, and the power of showing up scared.
This is the first episode of the FEAR LESS mini-series — a real-time, unfiltered look at what it means to fear less and live more.
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Ever feel like you’re “doing all the right things” — climbing the ladder, checking all the boxes — but still not really happy?
You’re not alone.
In this powerful episode of the Fraud to Fearless “Start Living Now” series, we sit down with Charlotte Grimmel (@TheMindfriend) — a business coach and psychologist helping founders and professionals break free from self-doubt, fear, and mental roadblocks.
Charlotte opens up about her own journey from corporate consulting to building a 200K+ community online, and the fears she had to face along the way. You’ll learn:
✨ How to spot and stop your own “think traps”
✨ Why waiting for the perfect time is really self-sabotage
✨ A simple tool called “fear setting” that helps you turn fear into fuel
✨ How to shift from “I can’t complain” to actually loving your life — right now
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to start that dream, this episode is your wake-up call. Because the truth is — there is no rerun. Your time to start living is now.
🎧 Listen, get inspired, and take the first fearless step.
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This episode gets real. We open up about loss, love, and what it truly means to start living now — especially in your relationships. From boardrooms to business calls, home life to hustle, this conversation hits home for anyone chasing success but craving deeper connection.
Brooke shares a deeply personal story that became her wake-up call to re-evaluate how she shows up for others. Hayden reflects on gratitude, growth, and Mel Robbins’ “Let Them” theory — a powerful reminder to release control and let people evolve. Together, they explore how relationships, like careers, require intention, grace, and presence.
💡 You’ll Learn:
✨ Your challenge this week:
Reach out to someone who’s impacted your life — and tell them why. Then share this episode with a friend who needs the reminder to start living now.
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Are you truly living — or just going through the motions? Season 2 kicks off bolder than ever with this Start Living Now mini-series where we dive deep into what it really means to WAKE UP to your life. From escaping autopilot to embracing every emotion — this episode challenges you to stop waiting and start living fearlessly.
You’ll hear real-talk about:
✨ Escaping through busyness, work, or your phone — and how to break free
✨ Choosing to be the driver of your life, not the passenger
✨ Why subtle changes (not overnight overhauls) create lasting transformation
✨ A simple visual that will forever change how you see your time and your life
Plus, Brooke shares two powerful daily rules that have changed everything for her — and Hayden reveals what Tim McGraw’s calves have to do with living fearlessly (you’ll love this part).
Your Call to Action:
Let us know what is holding you back from starting to live now and what is 1 change you will make to overcome this to potentially win some free F2F Swag.
Take inventory of your life. Are you the passenger or the captain?
Make one subtle change this week that helps you start living now.
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We’re back! After a much-needed pause to reflect and realign, Season 2 of Fraud to Fearless is finally here—all about going from imposter to empowered in work, life, and relationships.
This season brings real talk, practical tools, and inspiring conversations on courage, comparison traps, setting boundaries, and living your brand. Plus, we’ll share behind-the-scenes of our own entrepreneurial journey and welcome powerful guests with fresh insights.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or afraid to chase your dreams, this is for you. Because when you live fearless, you inspire others to do the same.
👉 Hit subscribe, leave a review, and share with a friend who needs this message. As a thank-you, a few founding followers will receive exclusive Fraud to Fearless swag—our way of saying we see you, we’re grateful, and we’re in this together.
Season 2 is here—let’s rise together.
We're back! We’ve missed you, and we’re so glad to be back. Season 2 starts now—let’s rise together. Let's go!
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It’s easy to feel like you should have it all figured out by now. But the truth? Growth often looks like messy action, not perfect plans. In our Season 1 finale, we’re unpacking what it really means to move forward when clarity isn’t guaranteed. Whether you’re pivoting, launching, or just trying to get unstuck, this episode is your reminder that progress is powerful—even when it’s imperfect. Let go of the pressure to be polished. Let it be messy. Let it be magic.
See you in Season 2! Big things are coming!
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Struggling to get that next job? This episode is your ultimate guide to navigating interviews without losing your edge—or yourself.
Brooke and Hayden unpack the START method (a powerful twist on the classic STAR format) and share the secret sauce that most candidates miss: leading with heart, not just highlights. If you’ve ever bombed an interview or felt like you had to “perform” your way into the next role, this conversation will reframe everything.
You’ll learn how to:
Whether you’ve been at your company 2 years or 20, this episode will help you speak confidently about your experience, your goals, and your next chapter.
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In this episode of Fraud to Fearless, Noelani Wayas takes us on a powerful journey—from her upbringing in Arizona to becoming the “Director of Fun” at a luxury resort in Maui, and ultimately stepping into her purpose as a coach and educator.
With warmth and wisdom, Noelani unpacks what it means to lead with authenticity, navigate life’s curveballs, and lean into your God-given strengths. She shares how curiosity, resilience, and the willingness to grow can unlock deeper impact—both personally and professionally.
If you’ve ever questioned your worth or wondered if your story matters, this conversation will remind you: Do not disqualify yourself.
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📝 Are you sending out resumes and hearing crickets? You’re not alone—but you can change that. In this episode, we break down the 3 simple steps to write a resume that grabs attention fast and shows you're the right fit for the job.
The average recruiter spends just 6 seconds scanning a resume. We’ll show you how to make every single second count.
🔁 Ready to stop telling and start showing you're the one for the job?
Press play, grab your resume, and let’s rewrite your future—one bullet point at a time.
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Think interns just run errands and take notes? Think again. In this special episode of Fraud to Fearless, we hand over the mic to the next generation of fearless leaders. These interns may be early in their journey, but their insights pack a punch—raw, real, and refreshingly wise.
From navigating imposter syndrome to owning their voice, they share what they’re learning, what’s surprised them, and how they’re finding confidence before the credentials.
Tune in for unexpected wisdom, honest conversations, and a powerful reminder that courage doesn’t come with a title—it starts with showing up.
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Episode 12: Intern to Director – Hayden Anderson’s Rapid Rise in Corporate America
In this episode, Brooke Talbot sits down with Hayden Anderson to uncover how he skyrocketed from an intern to a Director of Human Resources at Fortune 100 company—all in just five years. 🚀
Hayden shares the pivotal moments that shaped his career, from his internship experience to the power of mentorship, and the strategies he used to navigate corporate America. He breaks down why building relationships and proactively managing your career are game-changers.
If you're looking to accelerate your career, take control of your growth, and learn from someone who's done it at lightning speed—this episode is for you!
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