The Journey with Mark Astor
What happens when success doesn’t come in a straight line? The Journey with Mark Astor explores the paths most people never talk about the setbacks, turning points, and internal battles that quietly define who we become. Hosted by attorney Mark Astor, this podcast goes beyond surface-level conversations to uncover the real stories behind leadership, recovery, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.
Each week, Mark sits down with guests who have navigated complex journeys of their own from business leaders and legal professionals to behavioral health experts and individuals shaped by life-altering experiences. These conversations challenge assumptions, shift perspective, and invite listeners to rethink what progress truly looks like. If you’re interested in honest dialogue, meaningful insight, and stories that stay with you long after the episode ends, this podcast was created for you.
The Journey with Mark Astor
Latest Episodes
Ep. 25 Molested Child Becomes Mental Health Counselor: How Trauma Shows Up In The Body with Kayla Myers
What happens when childhood trauma manifests as mysterious physical symptoms that doctors can't explain? Kayla Myers was pulled out of school for nearly two years with debilitating stomach aches and fatigue that left her barely able to walk. Af...
Ep. 24 Meet Our COO: How We Built A Law Firm That Actually Serves Families with Jessica Douglas
What happens when a law firm stops operating like chaos and starts running like a sophisticated business? Jessica Douglas, Chief Operating Officer at Mark Astor's mental health and addiction law firm, reveals the transformation that's helping h...
Ep. 23 How She Lost Her Law License And Built A $10K Jet Podcast Empire with Blanca Perper
What would you do if you lost your law license for three years after becoming the victim of a financial crime? Blanca Perper faced this exact nightmare scenario, spending nearly a million dollars to prove her innocence and fight for her profess...
Ep. 22 Section 12 Mental Health Commitments: Getting Real Treatment Instead Of Hospital Rooms with Jimmy Kane
How does someone go from selling drugs on the streets of Charlestown to becoming the person families call when everything falls apart? Jimmy Kane's transformation story will challenge everything you think you know about addiction, recovery, and...
Ep. 21 The Hidden Truth About Eating Disorders Most Families Miss with Dr. Laura Ellick
What would you do if your child looked perfectly healthy but was secretly hiding bags of vomit around the house? Dr. Laura Ellick, a licensed psychologist specializing in eating disorders and addiction, reveals the shocking reality that familie...