Podcast: Episode 217 | Best of 2022

Mario Fraioli | December 26, 2022

This final episode of 2022 is a compilation of highlights from 12 of the most meaningful and impactful conversations that I’ve had over the past 12 months. As I’ve written in years past, putting this annual episode together is equal parts exciting and impossible. It’s a real treat to revisit all of the amazing exchanges I’ve had for this podcast but it’s a tough task to choose 12 that stood out above the rest. The honest-to-God truth is that they’re all pretty special otherwise I wouldn’t have shared them in the first place. Each and every person that’s been gracious enough to give me an hour or two of their time has taught me, inspired me, entertained me, moved me, or changed me in some way—and it’s my hope that they’ve done the same for anyone who has taken the time out of their day to listen in on our conversations. This year’s “best of” lineup, in order of episode release date, are: Bolota Asmerom, Luis Grijalva, Amy Leedham, Phil Shin, Nell Rojas, Tommy Rivs, Jinghuan Liu Tervalon, Tommie Runz, Peter Gilmore, Alison Mariella Désir, Chris Mosier, and Marielle Hall.

On that note, this is the last episode of the morning shakeout podcast for a few months. As I wrote in last week’s issue, the podcast is going into hibernation for a little while and will re-emerge sometime in the spring of 2023. The wheels are already turning as to how I can bring some new energy to it in the new year, so please stay subscribed to the show wherever you get your audio.

Finally, whether you’re a devoted listener or only tune in when a particular guest catches your interest, please know that it means a lot to me. Listening to these conversations is a commitment and I don’t take your time and attention for granted. This podcast has been a huge part of my life and the lives of so many of you for the past five years and I’m incredibly grateful for the continued interest, support, and enthusiasm around it. THANK YOU.

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This episode is brought to you by:

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Music and editing for this episode of the morning shakeout podcast by John Summerford.