The Flourish Feed Podcast
A series of curiosity driven deep dives into the nature of flourishing through wealth. If you have already built the financial plan, the question underneath it is the harder one: what are the next thirty years actually for? The Flourish Feed goes after that question the way a wealth advisor would, using the science of attention, longevity and human connection to work out what the money is actually for. Gillian Stovel Rivers, MA, CFP®, CEA, is a Senior Wealth Advisor with CI Assante Wealth Management Ltd. who has advised Canadian families for over twenty years. Each week she sits down with one coach, researcher or practitioner and tests what they know against what she sees in practice. Guests have included Steven Kotler on flow and adaptive flexibility, and Dr. Jon Beale on measuring flourishing. Wealth here means four things you invest, not one: Time, Energy, Money, and Attention. Made for financially independent women and power couples who want a deep personal understanding of wealth and how to enjoy it at every stage of life. Know Thy Wealth, Know Thyself. This program was prepared by Gillian Stovel Rivers who is a Senior Wealth Advisor with CI Assante Wealth Management. This is not an official program of CI Assante Wealth Management and the statements and opinions expressed during this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of CI Assante Wealth Management. This show is intended for general information only and may not apply to all listeners or investors; please obtain professional financial advice or contact Gillian at flourishfamilywealth.com to discuss your particular circumstances prior to acting on the information presented.
Episodes
40 episodes
#39 - The Science of Staying Rad (Forever)
What happens when humanity collides with artificial intelligence, and the real bottleneck isn’t technology, but the human brain itself?In this electric and deeply thought-provoking conversation, bestselling author and flow expert Steven...
#38 - The Biology of Synchrony
What if the secret to better decisions, deeper relationships, stronger teams, and even greater learning isn't found inside a single brain? What if it's found between brains?In this fascinating conversation, neuroscientist, AI stra...
#37 - The Wisdom of Leadership
In this episode, Gillian and guest Andrew Cohn of Lighthouse Consulting LLC discuss the evolution of leadership in an age of abundance, the ...
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#36 - The Metabolic Cost of Everything
In this episode, we explore how understanding and consciously managing our metabolic energy can help us thrive amidst chaos - from geopolitical tensions to AI-driven change. Dr. Sarah Sarkis, a clinic...
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#35 - The Economy of Her
Over the next two decades, trillions of dollars will move into the hands of women through inheritance, entrepreneurship, ownership, and leadership. But this conversation isn’t just about wealth transfer. It’s about redesigning the systems that ...
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#34 - The Nexus of Human Potential
Explore the profound insights from Rich Diviney, a Navy SEAL veteran, bestselling author and leadership expert, on how attributes and identity shape human performance under uncertainty. Discover how mindset, attributes, and identity influence r...
#33 - The Invisible System of Her
For decades, women have been asked to plan their lives—careers, families, health, and finances—without visibility into one of the most powerful systems shaping all of it: the ovary.In this groundbreaking conversation, Gillian sits down ...
#32 - The Science of Her
What if the science guiding our health - our training, nutrition, even longevity - was built on incomplete data? In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, I sit down with world-renowned muscle physiologist Dr. Stuart Phillips to unpack a t...
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#31 - The Economics of Ability
In this episode, Christine Brunsden shares her innovative approach to creating an integrated system she calls an Ability Ecosystem that connects policy, technology, finance, and socia...
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#30 - The Power of Knowing Your Numbers
In this episode, Gillian interviews Kristine Beese, founder and CEO of Untangle Money, explores how emotional clarity around money can unlock time, e...
#29 - The Ecosystem of Excellence
This conversation with David Clancy explores how elite sports systems can be redesigned to foster human flourishing, sustainability, and collective flow. We discuss signals of high-performance environments, trust, leadership, and the potential ...
#28 - The Architecture of Human Connection
Explore how intentional gatherings around food and shared experiences can restore human connection, with insights from Brady Lowe, a visionary hospitality entrepreneur. Discover the power of food as a technology for trust, the importance of rel...
#27 - The Biases Standing Between Us and Our Wealth
In this first episode of Season 3, Gillian Stovel Rivers and Preet Banerjee delve into the complexities of financial stress faced by Canadians, exploring the intersection of behavioral science, decis...
#26 - The Hope Episode: Wishes Are Medicine
In this conversation, Gillian Stovel Rivers speaks with Meaghan Stovel McKnight, CEO of Make-A-Wish® Canada, about the profound impact of wishes on children with critical illnesses and their families. They explore the science behind hope and re...
#25 - The Resilience Episode: It’s a Team Sport
This episode explores the true nature of grit and resilience, emphasizing their trainability and importance in team dynamics, leadership, and personal growth with
#24 - The Art of Money Episode
In this insightful interview, Gillian hosts Carl Richards, a world-renowned financial philosopher and sketch artist. They explore the emotional and narrative aspects of money, the power of visual storytell...
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#23 - The Venus Mars Money Episode
In this episode, Saijal Patel, a wealth coach and strategist with a background in journalism, joins us to explore how women can rewrite their relationship with money. Discover the mental shifts, practical tools, and community support that empow...
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#22 - The Mortality Episode: A Powerful Multiplier that Buys Back Your Life
In this conversation, Gillian Stovel Rivers and Greg Barnsdale explore the critical importance of mortality planning,...
#21 - The Attention Episode: Brain Capital You Can't Afford to Waste
In this conversation, Gillian and Dr. Jennifer Churchill explore the multifaceted impact of AI on leadership, productivity, and personal identity. They discuss the psychological challenges leaders face as they integrate AI into their work, the ...
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#20 - The Future Episode: Investing Ahead of the Curve
In this episode of the Flourish Feed podcast, host Gillian Stovel Rivers engages with Nick Griffin, founder a...
#19 - The Productivity Episode: Unlocking Growth While Increasing Connection
In this episode of the Flourish Feed podcast, Gillian Stovel Rivers interviews Kristin Parise, a pelvic health physiotherapist who has integrated AI into her business strategy. They discuss how AI can enhance human connection, reclaim time, and...
#18 - The Physics of Investing: Solve For The Right Things
In this episode of the Flourish Feed podcast, host Gillian Stovel Rivers engages with Marc-André Lewis, PhD, President and CIO of CI Global ...
#17 - The Coach Episode: You Choose Your Own Hard
In this powerful episode, coach and mentor Michael D’Angelo joins Gillian to explore what it truly takes to grow — not just in sport, but in life. Michael shares the mindsets that separate movement from momentum, talent from mastery, and intent...
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