Mark Lewis joins us for a conversation that moves from love to leadership, childhood to company culture, and the tiny gestures that make people feel seen. He talks about the pride of partnership — the moment you walk into a room thinking, “I can’t believe she’s with me.” He shares how a paper route at 13 shaped his philosophy of service, why kindness is a competitive advantage, and how failure became one of his greatest teachers.

We dig into vulnerability — the real kind, not the LinkedIn kind — and the cultural weirdness of a world where nobody wants to make a phone call anymore. Mark opens up about rebuilding relationships, raising kids, and the disappearing art of gratitude. We explore why CEOs struggle with engagement, how AI can fuel growth without replacing people, and why the best leaders delegate, listen, and hire for personality long before they hire for skill.

This episode is about personal growth, business growth, and the simple truth that the little things — the very little things — are what people remember.

If you care about love, leadership, culture, or just being a better human, this one’s for you.

love, marriage, personal growth, gratitude, kindness, vulnerability, childhood, relationships, communication, leadership, CEOs, employee engagement, AI in business, delegation, company culture, hiring techniques, mentorship, emotional intelligence, workplace culture, relationship advice

#LoveAndLeadership

#HumanConnection

#CompanyCulture

#PersonalGrowth

#MarkLewis

Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Love and Marriage

02:59 The Human Side of Accomplishment

06:01 Childhood Influences and Personal Growth

09:01 Lessons from Failure and Vulnerability

12:01 The Importance of Gratitude and Kindness

15:10 Cultural Reflections and Personal Responsibility

20:23 The Deterioration of Communication

22:51 Rebuilding Relationships Through Communication

24:58 The Role of CEOs in Employee Engagement

26:11 AI and Its Impact on Business Growth

28:45 Delegation and Leadership in the Age of Technology

30:56 The Importance of Company Culture

32:26 Innovative Hiring Techniques

34:19 Reflections on Personal and Professional Growth

Mark Lewis Contact info:

mlewis@marklewisllc.com

https://www.facebook.com/Mark-Lewis-LLC-111080564803957

https://www.instagram.com/marklewisllc/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-s-lewis-053477/

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In this episode of 50 Tastes Of Gray, host Matthew Gray sits down with Shirley Billigmeier, an expert in energetics and intuitive eating, for a grounded and honest conversation about food, autonomy, and trust.

Set against the backdrop of Minnesota’s current socio-political tension, they explore how external chaos—politics, fractured friendships, pandemic aftershocks—bleeds into our relationship with food. Shirley shares her personal journey from joyful childhood food memories to helping others reconnect with hunger as a calm signal rather than a crisis.

Together, they unpack intuitive eating, the gut–brain connection, emotional hunger, and the radical idea that your body already knows what it needs. This episode isn’t about rules, restriction, or willpower—it’s about reclaiming choice, pleasure, and self-trust in a world that profits from confusion.

#IntuitiveEating #FoodFreedom #GutBrainConnection #50TastesOfGray #EmotionalEating

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Current Events in Minnesota

04:04 Shirley's Journey with Food and Eating

08:41 Understanding Hunger and the Gut-Brain Connection

14:46 The Simplicity of Eating and Emotional Connections

20:11 Tools for Managing Eating Habits

24:51 The Role of Intuition in Eating Choices

30:41 Cooking, Convenience, and the Kitchen Experience

35:34 The Complexity of Eating and Emotional Well-being

41:55 Success Stories and Transformations in Eating Habits

42:05 Conclusion and Resources for Listeners

Shirley's Socials:

1. Instagram: instagram.com/innergeticsmethod
2. Facebook: facebook.com/learn.innergetics
3. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shirleybilligmeier

🎧 Matthew Gray Socials

🎧 All My Shows & Episodes → LoveLife.com

📘 Get My Book → HawaiiFoodTours.com

🎧 Connect with Matthew Gray & 50 Tastes of Gray

📸 Instagram (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/50tastesofgray

🍽️ Instagram (Food Tours): https://www.instagram.com/hawaii_food_tours

📘 Facebook (Podcast): https://www.facebook.com/50TastesOfGrayPodcast

🌺 Facebook (Let’s Eat Hawaii): https://www.facebook.com/LetsEatHawaii

💼 LinkedIn (Matthew Gray): https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-gray-hawaii

✍️ Substack (50 Tastes Of Gray): https://50TastesOfGray.substack.com

In this engaging conversation, author Amanda Graham (Good Stuff To Read When You're About To Lose Your Sh*t) shares her experiences as a comedy writer and public speaker, discussing everything from culinary adventures to personal growth. The dialogue explores themes of cultural identity, the challenges of networking, and the importance of asking for help. Amanda's unique perspective on food as a comfort and connection, along with her insights on grief and resilience, make for a thought-provoking and entertaining exchange.

#AmandaGraham #comedy #food #lifelessons #culturalidentity #networking #self-help #grief #culinaryexperiences #personalgrowth

00:00 Introduction and Fun Banter 05:58 Cattle Stampede and Life Adventures 12:01 Culinary Experiences and London Life 18:04 Cultural Identity and Family Heritage 24:01 The Amanda Method and Life Lessons 30:00 Navigating Challenges and Asking for Help 35:57 Reflections on Crime and Society 42:13 Food as a Comfort and Connection 48:06 The Book and Its Purpose 53:54 Networking and Community Building 59:56 Closing Thoughts and Aloha

Amanda Graham's website: https://www.ItsAmandaGraham.com/

🎧 Matthew Gray Socials

🎧 All My Shows & Episodes → LoveLife.com

📘 Get My Book → HawaiiFoodTours.com

🎧 Connect with Matthew Gray & 50 Tastes of Gray

📸 Instagram (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/50tastesofgray

🍽️ Instagram (Food Tours): https://www.instagram.com/hawaii_food_tours

📘 Facebook (Podcast): https://www.facebook.com/50TastesOfGrayPodcast

🌺 Facebook (Let’s Eat Hawaii): https://www.facebook.com/LetsEatHawaii

💼 LinkedIn (Matthew Gray): https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-gray-hawaii

✍️ Substack (50 Tastes Of Gray): https://50TastesOfGray.substack.com