What if the purpose you’ve been searching for is already inside you—buried beneath life’s traumas, systems, and setbacks? In this powerful episode of The Resilience Lab, Dr. Rachel Fox shares her extraordinary journey from single mom and caregiver to doctoral graduate and purpose coach. With unflinching honesty, she recounts her fight to save her daughter’s life against an indifferent medical system, the emotional toll of advocacy, and the persistence it takes to rise through broken systems.

Rachel introduces Paraclete, a program she created to equip others to find their voice, become advocates, and build resilience from within. Whether you’re a caregiver, a leader navigating workplace change, or someone staring down a life you didn’t choose—this conversation will awaken something in you. It’s about reclaiming agency, discovering the calling you’ve always carried, and standing your ground when the system says no.

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What if the key to unlocking your hidden genius wasn’t more hustle—but one simple practice you can do in under a minute?

In this solo episode, I reveal the bookends ritual I’ve used for over a decade to show up sharp, grounded, and fully alive. It’s the same brain science elite athletes use—adapted for real life. No coach. No hacks. Just a proven daily rhythm that reconnects you to your best self—and keeps you there.

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What if everything we think we know about the future of work is just a half-step forward from the past?

In this provocative and insightful episode, Phil Kirschner—a former McKinsey consultant, WeWork strategist, and LinkedIn Top Voice—joins Rex Miller to challenge the conventional wisdom surrounding hybrid work, office design, and corporate real estate.

Drawing on his experience across finance, tech, and consulting, Phil reveals why most workplace strategies are stuck in Horizon One thinking—and how AI, gig work, and employee expectations are rapidly rewriting the rules.

You’ll hear fresh, candid takes on:

• Why “hybrid” is often a concession, not a strategy
• How corporate real estate lost its seat at the table
• What resilient organizations must embrace now to survive the next disruption
• And the surprising traits that define leaders who actually move the needle

Smart, surprising, and refreshingly honest—this is the conversation real estate and workplace leaders didn’t know they needed.

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What if one conversation could change how your team sees each other—and themselves? In this episode, Rex shares The Magic Trick—his favorite team exercise that consistently sparks appreciation, connection, and insight.

Rex explores the 60-year-old research that transformed our understanding of genius and human potential. Drawing from over 25 years of experience and working with over 20,000 people, Rex shares insights on unlocking hidden potential and introduces a simple team conversation exercise.

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How does a research project turn into a global stage moment? Amanda Schneider, entrepreneur and thought leader, shares the surprising journey of how a viral Gen Z study propelled her to the TEDx Fargo stage—and what it really took to get there. In this candid conversation, Amanda reveals the behind-the-scenes highs and lows of preparing for TEDx, from wrestling with self-doubt to navigating a flood of feedback without losing her unique voice. She also unpacks why understanding Gen Z’s "phygital" (physical + digital) fluidity is reshaping the workplace—and why most companies aren’t ready. Along the way, we explore the power of soft skills, the hidden cost of risk-aversion in leadership, and the personal rituals that keep Amanda grounded as a high-performing leader and mother. If you've ever wondered how big ideas go viral—or what it takes to turn research into real influence—this episode delivers.

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On this episode of The Resilience Lab, host Rex Miller sits down with Judith Hoskens, Senior Planner and Principal at DLR Group, to discuss how thoughtful design can transform schools into places of safety, connection, and brilliance.

From an emotional journey with a Finnish elementary school to rallying a community after a disaster, Judy shares powerful stories of designing environments where students and teachers thrive. Her approach—grounded in empathy and deep listening—shows how visionary design can nudge systems toward bold change.

Tune in to hear how architecture becomes more than just buildings—it’s about creating spaces that inspire joy, community, and resilience.

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Whole: What teachers need to help students thrive.

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In this episode of The Resilience Lab with Rex Miller, Melissa Turnbaugh, Senior Principal, Firmwide PreK-12 Market Leader at PBK, shares her vision for transforming education through innovation and intentional design. Melissa discusses how connecting students to nature, fostering creativity, and designing spaces that reflect the identity of their communities can revolutionize the way schools serve their students.

She dives into the power of public-private collaboration, the importance of creating equitable and sustainable learning environments, and how small changes—like reimagining outdoor spaces—can inspire pride and connection while addressing larger societal challenges.

This conversation is a powerful exploration of how thoughtful design can shape the future of education and the communities it serves. Don’t miss this inspiring episode!

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In this episode of Resilience Lab, Rex Miller sits down with Audrey Metz, Manager of Furniture and Design at Washington University, to discuss higher education design. Audrey talks about designing spaces across the whole campus that foster collaboration, enhance student well-being, and create a sense of community.

Audrey offers insights into her approach to designing university spaces, emphasizing how power availability and user interaction drive effective learning environments. She dives into her experience with designing medical facilities, discussing how adapting to evolving space needs and balancing project expectations can be challenging. She also covers the collaboration with furniture dealerships and the evolving trends in educational design, including how technology integration is reshaping university environments.

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Humanizing the Education Machine: How to create schools that turn disengaged kids into inspired learners. https://www.amazon.com/Humanizing-Education-Machine-Disengaged-Inspired/dp/1119283108/

Whole: What teachers need to help students thrive.

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