62. Kristi Russell Part 3 - Fear of Success & Small Batch Living

Author: Lui Diaz
Published: Sun 16 Mar 2025
Episode Link: https://luidiazpodcast.substack.com/p/62-kristi-russell-part-3-fear-of

It’s time to crank up the fun and dive into The Lui Diaz Podcast Episode 62, Part 3—the grand finale of this three-part extravaganza with the one and only leadership coach Kristi Russell. Picture Hosier Lane buzzing with cheesecake vibes, deep chats, and a sprinkle of chaos—let’s recap Parts 1 and 2, then zoom into the highlights of Part 3 with some laugh-out-loud, mind-bending, and heartwarming moments.

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Recap of Part 1

In Part 1, we kicked things off with Lui welcoming Kristi to Melbourne’s artsy Hosier Lane. Kristi dropped some golden nuggets about personal growth, authenticity, and shedding the masks we wear. Her mantra, “Let’s look at being less of who you’re not rather than changing who you are,” set the stage for a convo that was equal parts hilarious and wise.

Recap of Part 2

Part 2 is where things got real—and really tasty! Lui and Kristi dug into her Basque cheesecake. Kristi opened up about her journey, from family dynamics to coaching leaders, while Lui reflected on his own path. They tackled big themes like fear of success, identity, and finding happiness in life’s grind.

Highlights of Part 3

Part 3 is the cherry on top—or should I say the burnt top on the cheesecake? Lui and Kristi settle into a three-hour-plus marathon of free-flowing convo, fueled by gratitude, vulnerability, and big dreams. They swap stories—from Louis’s skateboarding-to-podcasting journey to Kristi’s ‘Swifty at sixty’ obsession with Taylor Swift. It’s a rollercoaster of personal growth, quirky tangents, and raw reflections on success, freedom, and owning your power. This finale’s got heart, humor, and a dash of cosmic faith—perfect for anyone who loves a good chat with a side of soul.

Weet-Bix Dessert Gal (00:06:15 - 00:06:23) Kristi casually drops that she eats Weet-Bix as a dessert when she’s craving a treat, and Lui replies “That’s the most Aussie thing I’ve ever heard”.

You’re the Boss of Your Suffering (00:21:07 - 00:23:08) Kristi goes hard with a truth bomb: “If you’re suffering, you’re creating it.” She calls out corporate finger-pointing and says companies don’t owe you purpose—you bring it. Luis ties it to his tram hellos, sparking a big Q: Can we really own our happiness, no excuses?

Fear of Success = Fear of the Grind? (00:25:20 - 00:26:14) Kristi flips the script on fear of success, suggesting it’s not about failing—it’s about dreading the grind that comes with it. Kristi wonders if big-time podcasters like Rich Roll secretly hate the hustle. It’s a brain-twister: Are we scared of winning because of what it demands?

Small Batch Living" (00:26:58 - 00:27:04) Lui embraces the “small batch podcast” vibe, inspired by Kristi’s gelato girl analogy—premium, not mass-produced. It’s a gem about keeping things authentic and joyful, not chasing big-batch stress. Success doesn’t have to mean selling out—love that!

Freedom vs. Success Tug-of-War (00:34:10 - 00:35:02) Kristi opens up about loving freedom—like snapping bee pics—over a hustle that could cage her. She’s wrestling with how to scale her biz without losing that spark. It’s raw and real: Can you chase big dreams and still smell the roses?

There you have it, crew! Part 3 of Episode 62 is a wild, wonderful wrap-up—cheesecake-fueled, Swifty-spiced, and brimming with wisdom. Lui and Kristi leave us laughing, pondering, and inspired to live a little freer.

🫶 Thanks again for listening and watching! Let us know what you think and catch you in the next episode.

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