Elevation Nation
Elevation Nation is a movement to shape resilient leaders by elevating mental fortitude.
Join Sam Panitch and Parker Yablon each week as they sit down with a new Elevator: a bold thinker, creator, or leader who’s using mental fortitude to overcome adversity, lead with purpose, and make an impact.
From entrepreneurs and pro athletes to musicians, wellness experts, and changemakers, Elevators come from all walks of life - but they all have one thing in common: mental fortitude that helps them thrive in the real world.
- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 430
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Remembering Rachel Yaffe: A Legacy of Strength and Zest for Life
Rachel Yaffe, a beloved and incredible person passed away on October 11. Sam and Parker reflect on her incredible spirit, mental fortitude, and the impact she had on those around her.
Rachel joined El…
The Power of Changing Environments | Fortitude in 15
Parker and Sam discuss the importance of changing environments to foster creativity and productivity. They share their personal routines and preferences, highlighting the balance between comfort and …
Win Today | Professional Basketball Player Dakota Rivers
Elevator no. 177: Dakota Rivers is a professional basketball player who just wrapped up five years of Division 1 college basketball at Florida Gulf Coast University.
Throughout his playing career, Da…
Reflecting and Setting Intentions | Fortitude in 15
Sam and Parker celebrate Rosh Hashanah, reflecting on the significance of the Jewish New Year and the importance of family, tradition, and personal growth. They highlight the value of reflecting on t…
Trusting Your Gut in Career Decisions | Human Capital Strategist Zach Joyner
Elevator no. 176: Zach Joyner is a Senior Account Executive at LinkedIn, where he helps small to medium-sized businesses enhance their human capital strategies using cutting-edge recruiting tools and…
Recapping a full circle moment - Podcasts with EY | Fortitude in 15
Sam and Parker were in Chicago this week to do something a bit different. Instead of sitting behind the mic's to record Elevation Nation Podcasts, they interviewed EY Talent leaders for a firm market…
Elevate Your Online Presence | Founder of Studio Sami - Sami Gomez
Elevator no. 179: Sami Gomez is the founder of Studio Sami, a web design studio building websites and brands for entrepreneurs and businesses. With over 8 years of digital marketing experience, Sami …
Looking Ahead: The Future of Elevation Nation | Fortitude in 15
Parker and Sam reflect on their journey with Elevation Nation, discussing the origins of their podcast, the importance of mental fortitude, and their vision for the future.
00:00 - Introduction to El…
Taking Things Slow | Mindset Coach Faith Bergman
Elevator no. 175: Faith Bergman is the founder of "Life with Intention Method", a mindset and life coaching program specializing in guiding individuals to discover their true needs, desires, and pass…
29 and feeling fine? | Fortitude in 15
Sam just turned 29 and is feeling a little off about it. Parker recently spent a weekend at a retreat center in Zion National Park.
Being back in both NYC and DC, Parker and Sam have a lot to debrief.
…
Embrace failure, the art of pivoting | Founder and CEO of Management Plus Enterprises - Leonard Armato
Elevator no. 174: Leonard Armato created the Shaq brand for Shaquille O'Neal and the Golden Boy brand for Oscar De La Hoya and the AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tour.
He is the founder and CEO of Manageme…
Forget summer, we are moving to a fall mindset | Fortitude in 15
As the summer winds down, Sam and Parker discuss how they are shifting their mindset with fall approaching. With their travel dwindling down a bit, both are excited to spend time in their home cities…
Staying in the game | Co-Founder of LineLeap Max Schauff
Elevator no. 173: Max Schauff is the co-founder of LineLeap, a company focused on helping people skip the line and get to the "fun, faster."
In 2017, while a sophomore at University of Wisconsin, Max…
Recapping Grief Camp | Fortitude in 15
Justin Weidenfeld (Elevator no. 138 and Boys Director of Experience Camp Georgia) interviews Parker and Sam about their week at Experience Camps in Michigan, a week-long camp for kids who've lost a p…
Preparing for Grief Camp | Fortitude in 15
Sam and Parker are going to Experience Camps, a nonprofit that puts on a free week-long camp for kids who have lost a parent, sibling or caretaker. They discuss their excitement and nervousness for t…
Discovering a Passion, Taking Risks | CEO of Timber Pizza Luke Watson
Elevator no. 172: Luke Watson is the CEO of Timber Pizza Company, a pizza restaurant and catering company focused on providing amazing experiences to it's guests. After graduating from the University…
A Money Mindset | Fortitude in 15
Parker and Sam discuss the recent volatility in the stock market and share their mindset and strategies for navigating financial uncertainty. They emphasize the importance of having a consistent proc…
Breaking the Stigma: Men's Mental Health | Model and Founder of Check on Your Mates Katie McSweeney
Elevator no. 171: Katie McSweeney is a model and the founder/host of "Check on Your Mates" (CYOM), a movement she started after experiencing a profound personal loss.
Katie’s mission began in her teen…
Elevating with Music | Fortitude in 15
Music is a powerful tool for elevating our mood and emotions. It has been a part of human culture since the beginning of time and transcends all cultures. Sam and Parker discuss how music helps us fe…
Elevating the Mindset in Pursuit of a Dream | NBA Player Jared Butler
Elevator no. 170: Jared Butler is a professional basketball player for the Washington Wizards. As an NBA player in his fourth season, Jared relies on his faith, community, and mindset to elevate at t…