Radical Transitions: The Courage to Reinvent Yourself

Sometimes the life that once fit perfectly starts to feel a little tight. That’s not a sign to settle – it’s a signal to grow.

Join host Kari Cardinale for a raw, real conversation with skateboarding legend and award-winning filmmaker Stacy Peralta. From revolutionizing the sport in the ’70s to walking away at his peak (only to reinvent himself again and again), Stacy knows a thing or two about bold moves and second acts.

We’ll dig into:

  • The Art of Letting Go – what it really takes to leave a good thing behind
  • The Kook Phase – that messy, magical beginner stage that leads to breakthrough
  • The Power of Productive Discomfort – the moments that matter most usually start where your comfort zone ends.

Whether you’re eyeing a new path, craving more meaning, or just ready to shake things up a bit  – you’ll leave this live chat feeling inspired, energized, and maybe even a little rebellious.


April 24, 2025 1:00 PM PT 04:00 PM ET

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Stacy Peralta

American filmmaker, businessman, and former professional skateboarder

Stacy Douglas Peralta is an American film director and entrepreneur. He was previously a professional skateboarder and surfer with the Zephyr Competition Team, also known as the Z-Boys, from Venice, California.

Kari Cardinale

Chief Content Officer & Partner | MEA

Kari Cardinale is MEA’s Chief Content Officer & Partner who has developed all of our online programs. She is an expert in the longevity industry, a social entrepreneur, expert facilitator, and developer of “digital intimacy” tools to build meaningful connections and global communities.

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The Enneagram as a Key to Creativity & Self-Knowledge

June 3, 2025 12:00 PM PT 03:00 PM ET

Join us for a fascinating live conversation with Russ Hudson, one of the world’s foremost Enneagram teachers, as we explore how this ancient and powerful framework can unlock new dimensions of creativity, clarity, and personal growth.

Hosted by MEA’s Kari Cardinale, this session offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from Russ, whose compassionate and deeply insightful approach has helped thousands navigate their inner worlds and live with greater intention.

Whether you’re craving deeper self-awareness, more authentic expression, or a fresh perspective on your next chapter, this live chat about the Enneagram can offer a transformative path forward.

In this live chat, learn how to:

  • Use the Enneagram to better understand your patterns, motivations, and blind spots
  • Break free from limiting habits and reconnect with your core essence
  • Tap into creative energy that may have been dormant or underused
  • Understand what each of the nine types needs in order to flourish

This is so much more than a personality tool – it’s a path to living with more truth, creativity, and meaning.

Reinvention: Write, Tell, and Live Your Greatest Story

June 12, 2025 12:00 PM PT 03:00 PM ET

Sometimes the story you’ve been living starts to feel like someone else wrote it. That’s not your ending – it’s the perfect place to begin again.

Join host MEA CEO Derek Gehl for a bold live conversation with brand strategist, author, and storytelling powerhouse Robin Fisher Roffer. With decades of experience helping global leaders and everyday seekers craft their most authentic narratives, Robin brings wisdom, wit, and fearlessness to the art of reinvention.

We’ll explore:

  • Your story as a superpower – how to make peace with your past and turn it into fuel for what’s next

  • Breaking the script – why shedding old roles is essential to becoming who you’re meant to be

  • Living the rewrite – practical tools to step into your next chapter with clarity and confidence

Whether you’re navigating a career pivot, a personal transformation, or just ready to stop playing small – this live chat will light a fire under your reinvention journey.

Discovering the Hero’s Journey in Midlife

July 30, 2025 12:00 PM PT 03:00 PM ET

Join us for an intimate talk with Ben Katt, meditation teacher, former minister, and author of The Way Home: Discovering the Hero’s Journey to Wholeness in Midlife, as we explore how ancient wisdom traditions can guide us through the challenging transitions of midlife and beyond.

Hosted by MEA’s Kari Cardinale, this session offers a unique opportunity to learn from Ben, whose compassionate approach has helped countless individuals transform their lives and discover deeper joy, purpose, and meaning.

In this live chat, you can learn how to:

  • Identify where you are on your own Hero’s Journey
  • Embrace vulnerability as a pathway to personal power
  • Connect with your inner wisdom even during times of uncertainty
  • Incorporate simple contemplative practices to gain clarity and direction

This is more than just a discussion – it’s an invitation to embark on your own Hero’s Journey toward wholeness and fulfillment.