<![CDATA[Visionaries In Progress]]>Visionaries in Progress (VIP) is a shared exploration of how to navigate the twists and turns of life as a visionary in our modern world. Conversations, interviews, workshops, and stories center on common themes, experiences, and questions encountered on the visionary path, and how to move through them with authenticity, alignment, and purpose.

Produced and hosted by Lusterling. Find out more at lusterling.com.

]]>lusterling.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 28 May 2026 00:16:36 GMTSun, 04 Jan 2026 16:11:56 GMT60LUSTERLING<p><b>Visionaries in Progress (VIP) is a shared exploration of how to navigate the twists and turns of life as a visionary in our modern world. </b>Conversations, interviews, workshops, and stories center on common themes, experiences, and questions encountered on the visionary path, and how to move through them with authenticity, alignment, and purpose.</p><p>Produced and hosted by Lusterling. Find out more at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lusterling.com" target="_blank">lusterling.com</a>.</p>episodicLUSTERLINGcaitlin@lusterling.comno<![CDATA[007 | Why Now? | Navigating Visions During Local, Regional, or Global Crisis]]>"You were created for a purpose."

In this episode, Lusterling shares a heartfelt reflection on the importance of bringing our visions to life amidst challenges, emphasizing purpose, impact, and mental health. She names struggles, fears, and questions that can arise while sharing, promoting, or pursuing visions as major events unfold, and why visionaries should stay the course regardless.

Chapters:

00:00 Sharing Creations Amidst Crisis

03:11 Why We're Here

05:59 Visions as Hope of A Better Future

09:07 Trusting the Timing of Your Vision

11:48 Navigating Visions as Service to Self & the Collective

Find out more or get in touch at lusterling.com

]]>c075371d-5d35-4b20-806b-63682045a3eeMon, 30 Mar 2026 10:30:00 GMT<p>"You were created for a purpose."</p><p></p><p>In this episode, Lusterling shares a heartfelt reflection on the importance of bringing our visions to life amidst challenges, emphasizing purpose, impact, and mental health. She names struggles, fears, and questions that can arise while sharing, promoting, or pursuing visions as major events unfold, and why visionaries should stay the course regardless.</p><p></p><p><b>Chapters:</b></p><p>00:00 Sharing Creations Amidst Crisis</p><p>03:11 Why We're Here</p><p>05:59 Visions as Hope of A Better Future</p><p>09:07 Trusting the Timing of Your Vision</p><p>11:48 Navigating Visions as Service to Self &amp; the Collective</p><p></p><p>Find out more or get in touch at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lusterling.com" target="_blank">lusterling.com</a></p><p></p>no00:16:21007 | Why Now? | Navigating Visions During Local, Regional, or Global Crisisfull<![CDATA[006 | AI to AI: Moving from Artificial Ideas to Authentic Inspiration]]>In this episode, Lusterling discusses the differences between "artificial ideas" and "authentic inspiration," and the impact each has on your visionary path. While deriving inspiration from external sources is normal and natural, Lusterling encourages listeners to tune more deeply into their own vision for insight over the voices surrounding them in their immediate realities or the inputs they take in through other sources to create more space for their own inspration to come through. She offers practical tips and reflection questions for filtering inputs in a way that's best for the listener and their vision.

Chapters:

00:00 Navigating the Noise: From Artificial Ideas to Authentic Inspiration

00:56 The Difference Between Artificial Ideas and Authentic Inspiration

06:39 The Importance of Authenticity as a Visionary

07:39 Identifying the Impact of the Inputs in Your Life

10:41 Filtering Inputs Based on What's Best for You & Your Vision

14:28 Space for New, More Authentic, Aligned Inspriation to Surface

20:08 Reflection Questions/Practice for Re-aligning & Re-filtering Inputs to Serve Your Vision

24:36 Closing Thoughts

Find out more at lusterling.com/vip

]]>86441f5b-a794-494a-b9cf-109d67b558c6Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Lusterling discusses the differences between "artificial ideas" and "authentic inspiration," and the impact each has on your visionary path. While deriving inspiration from external sources is normal and natural, Lusterling encourages listeners to tune more deeply into their own vision for insight over the voices surrounding them in their immediate realities or the inputs they take in through other sources to create more space for their own inspration to come through. She offers practical tips and reflection questions for filtering inputs in a way that's best for the listener and their vision.</p><p></p><p><b>Chapters:</b></p><p>00:00 Navigating the Noise: From Artificial Ideas to Authentic Inspiration</p><p>00:56 The Difference Between Artificial Ideas and Authentic Inspiration</p><p>06:39 The Importance of Authenticity as a Visionary</p><p>07:39 Identifying the Impact of the Inputs in Your Life</p><p>10:41 Filtering Inputs Based on What's Best for You &amp; Your Vision</p><p>14:28 Space for New, More Authentic, Aligned Inspriation to Surface</p><p>20:08 Reflection Questions/Practice for Re-aligning &amp; Re-filtering Inputs to Serve Your Vision</p><p>24:36 Closing Thoughts</p><p></p><p>Find out more at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lusterling.com/vip" target="_blank">lusterling.com/vip</a></p><p></p>no00:24:44006 | AI to AI: Moving from Artificial Ideas to Authentic Inspirationfull<![CDATA[005 | Identify Your Key Players | Defining the Roles People Play in Your Visionary Life]]>"Who can see you in your highest light?"

In this episode of Visionaries in Progress, Lusterling discusses the importance of identifying key players in one's creative journey, the significance of surrounding oneself with supportive individuals, and the process of defining personal circles. She shares personal experiences and insights on navigating these dynamics and what to look for in a "key player."

Find out more + get connected at lusterling.com/vip or instagram.com/visionariesinprogress

]]>b9a2976c-a2ed-4199-8597-b6ea9ff14135Tue, 03 Mar 2026 04:30:00 GMT<p>"Who can see you in your highest light?"</p><p></p><p>In this episode of Visionaries in Progress, Lusterling discusses the importance of identifying key players in one's creative journey, the significance of surrounding oneself with supportive individuals, and the process of defining personal circles. She shares personal experiences and insights on navigating these dynamics and what to look for in a "key player."</p><p></p><p>Find out more + get connected at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://lusterling.com/vip" target="_blank">lusterling.com/vip</a> or <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/visionariesinprogress" target="_blank">instagram.com/visionariesinprogress</a></p><p></p>no00:22:11005 | Identify Your Key Players | Defining the Roles People Play in Your Visionary Lifefull<![CDATA[004 | You Can't Live in IdeaLand | Get Unstuck & Bring Your Visions Into Reality]]>In this episode, Lusterling explores the concept of 'Idealand', a metaphorical space where ideas exist before they manifest in reality. The discussion emphasizes the importance of separating imagination from Idealand, understanding the creative process, and the necessity of taking actionable steps to bring ideas to fruition. She encourages listeners to embrace their visionary nature, trust the process, and utilize tools to organize their thoughts and ideas effectively. Included in the exploration are reflective questions designed to help listeners tune into their next best steps based on their current realities and what wants to come through.

Find out more + get connected at lusterling.com/vip or instagram.com/visionariesinprogress

If you're someone who would love 1:1 support bringing your visions out of IdeaLand in a way that's most authentic and sustainable for you, let's chat!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Idealand

02:39 Defining Idealand

04:36 The Creative Process and Getting Unstuck

15:11 Navigating Ideas in Idealand

25:08 Practical Steps & Perspective to Manifesting Ideas

]]>a5a11820-7b3c-4bb7-bb27-498bc3680355Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:45:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Lusterling explores the concept of 'Idealand', a metaphorical space where ideas exist before they manifest in reality. The discussion emphasizes the importance of separating imagination from Idealand, understanding the creative process, and the necessity of taking actionable steps to bring ideas to fruition. She encourages listeners to embrace their visionary nature, trust the process, and utilize tools to organize their thoughts and ideas effectively. Included in the exploration are reflective questions designed to help listeners tune into their next best steps based on their current realities and what wants to come through.</p><p></p><p>Find out more + get connected at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://lusterling.com/vip" target="_blank">lusterling.com/vip</a> or <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/visionariesinprogress" target="_blank">instagram.com/visionariesinprogress</a></p><p></p><p>If you're someone who would love 1:1 support bringing your visions out of IdeaLand in a way that's most authentic and sustainable for you, <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lusterling.com/connect" target="_blank">let's chat</a>! </p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Idealand</p><p>02:39 Defining Idealand</p><p>04:36 The Creative Process and Getting Unstuck</p><p>15:11 Navigating Ideas in Idealand</p><p>25:08 Practical Steps &amp; Perspective to Manifesting Ideas</p>no00:30:56004 | You Can't Live in IdeaLand | Get Unstuck & Bring Your Visions Into Realityfull<![CDATA[003 | SELF-CONTAINED | Live Workshop + Practice for Tuning Into Your Most Authentic Self]]>In this live workshop, Lusterling guides participants through a reflective journey focused on self-containment, personal growth, and the definition of success. The conversation explores the nuances of individual experiences, the importance of authenticity, and the impact of external influences on personal development. Participants engage in exercises to define their current state, explore their emotional containers, and identify the filters through which they perceive the world. The discussion emphasizes the significance of self-awareness, the power of funnel decisions, and the journey towards living authentically and freely.

Find out more + get connected at lusterling.com/vip or instagram.com/visionariesinprogress

Chapters

00:00 Introduction, Setup, & Why Self-Contained

04:33 Identify Your Current "Shape"

07:37 The Meaning of Being "Self-Contained"

11:57 Identify the Current Inflow & Outflow in Your Life

13:33 Notice What's Present in the Current Shape

15:43 Define Your Current Filter

27:38 Notice What Stands Out

34:12 Identify What's Inside Your Control

40:01 Recap of What We've Covered So Far

40:44 Pattern Interrupts and New Perspectives

44:01 Timelessness and Authenticity

44:49 Notice Your Most Authentic Shape

45:50 Finding a More Authentic "Filter"

49:10 Refining Inflow & Outflow

49:42 How to Facilitate a Shift from This Space

50:28 Shifting Perspectives and Authentic Containers

54:13 Reflections After the Self-Contained Practice

01:08:15 Looking Back At Your Definition of Success

]]>79a02bdb-45c5-4c13-90f0-a756d64f72a4Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:30:00 GMT<p>In this live workshop, Lusterling guides participants through a reflective journey focused on self-containment, personal growth, and the definition of success. The conversation explores the nuances of individual experiences, the importance of authenticity, and the impact of external influences on personal development. Participants engage in exercises to define their current state, explore their emotional containers, and identify the filters through which they perceive the world. The discussion emphasizes the significance of self-awareness, the power of funnel decisions, and the journey towards living authentically and freely.</p><p></p><p>Find out more + get connected at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://lusterling.com/vip" target="_blank">lusterling.com/vip</a> or <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/visionariesinprogress" target="_blank">instagram.com/visionariesinprogress</a></p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction, Setup, &amp; Why Self-Contained</p><p>04:33 Identify Your Current "Shape"</p><p>07:37 The Meaning of Being "Self-Contained"</p><p>11:57 Identify the Current Inflow &amp; Outflow in Your Life</p><p>13:33 Notice What's Present in the Current Shape</p><p>15:43 Define Your Current Filter</p><p>27:38 Notice What Stands Out</p><p>34:12 Identify What's Inside Your Control</p><p>40:01 Recap of What We've Covered So Far</p><p>40:44 Pattern Interrupts and New Perspectives</p><p>44:01 Timelessness and Authenticity</p><p>44:49 Notice Your Most Authentic Shape</p><p>45:50 Finding a More Authentic "Filter"</p><p>49:10 Refining Inflow &amp; Outflow</p><p>49:42 How to Facilitate a Shift from This Space</p><p>50:28 Shifting Perspectives and Authentic Containers</p><p>54:13 Reflections After the Self-Contained Practice</p><p>01:08:15 Looking Back At Your Definition of Success</p>no01:09:37003 | SELF-CONTAINED | Live Workshop + Practice for Tuning Into Your Most Authentic Selffull<![CDATA[002 | Interview with James Hardin | Filmmaking Journey, Stewarding Long-Term Visions, & More]]>"You are the resource."

In this engaging conversation, Lusterling and filmmaker James Hardin explore the intricacies of visionary creativity, the filmmaking process, and the personal journey of artistic expression. James shares his experiences from working in various jobs to pursuing his passion for film, discussing the challenges and joys of collaboration, the loneliness of the creative process, and the evolution of his project 'Chip and Charlie.' The dialogue emphasizes the importance of authenticity, resourcefulness, and the connections formed through shared artistic endeavors. They also explore the challenges and triumphs of creativity, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, breaking down barriers, the journey of self-production, the value of learning through experience, the humanity in art, and the encouragement needed for creators to share their work with the world.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Technical Setup

00:58 The Journey of a Filmmaker

03:49 Meeting and Collaborating with Artists

06:41 The Creative Process and Artistic Vision

09:44 The Importance of Community and Support

12:42 The Evolution of a Film Project

15:30 Personal Experiences Shaping Creativity

18:22 The Role of Faith and Inspiration

21:08 The Story Behind 'Chip and Charlie'

36:45 Creative Resourcefulness in Filmmaking

39:24 The Journey of Self-Funding and Learning

41:36 Breaking Down Barriers in Creative Expression

44:10 The Importance of Authenticity in Art

47:27 The Evolution of Artistic Skills

51:10 The Process of Creating and Releasing Art

01:01:32 The Power of Perspective in Creativity

01:05:58 Embracing Authenticity in Art

01:10:36 Building a Unique Podcast Experience

Find out more about James and the Swamp Dragon + Chip and Charlie here:

instagram.com/jameshardin59

instagram.com/swampdragonfilm

Learn more about VIP and connect with the community here:

instagram.com/visionariesinprogress

lusterling.com/vip

For updates on future episodes, workshops, events, and other VIP opportunities, click here.

]]>f1975d40-d15f-4c19-9b6d-9adb5298756eMon, 19 Jan 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p><b>"You are the resource."</b></p><p>In this engaging conversation, Lusterling and filmmaker James Hardin explore the intricacies of visionary creativity, the filmmaking process, and the personal journey of artistic expression. James shares his experiences from working in various jobs to pursuing his passion for film, discussing the challenges and joys of collaboration, the loneliness of the creative process, and the evolution of his project 'Chip and Charlie.' The dialogue emphasizes the importance of authenticity, resourcefulness, and the connections formed through shared artistic endeavors. They also explore the challenges and triumphs of creativity, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, breaking down barriers, the journey of self-production, the value of learning through experience, the humanity in art, and the encouragement needed for creators to share their work with the world.</p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Technical Setup</p><p>00:58 The Journey of a Filmmaker</p><p>03:49 Meeting and Collaborating with Artists</p><p>06:41 The Creative Process and Artistic Vision</p><p>09:44 The Importance of Community and Support</p><p>12:42 The Evolution of a Film Project</p><p>15:30 Personal Experiences Shaping Creativity</p><p>18:22 The Role of Faith and Inspiration</p><p>21:08 The Story Behind 'Chip and Charlie'</p><p>36:45 Creative Resourcefulness in Filmmaking</p><p>39:24 The Journey of Self-Funding and Learning</p><p>41:36 Breaking Down Barriers in Creative Expression</p><p>44:10 The Importance of Authenticity in Art</p><p>47:27 The Evolution of Artistic Skills</p><p>51:10 The Process of Creating and Releasing Art</p><p>01:01:32 The Power of Perspective in Creativity</p><p>01:05:58 Embracing Authenticity in Art</p><p>01:10:36 Building a Unique Podcast Experience</p><p></p><p>Find out more about James and the Swamp Dragon + Chip and Charlie here:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/jameshardin59" target="_blank">instagram.com/jameshardin59</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/swampdragonfilm" target="_blank">instagram.com/swampdragonfilm</a></p><p>Learn more about VIP and connect with the community here:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/visionariesinprogress" target="_blank">instagram.com/visionariesinprogress</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://lusterling.com/vip" target="_blank">lusterling.com/vip</a></p><p>For updates on future episodes, workshops, events, and other VIP opportunities, <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lusterling.com/pages/vip" target="_blank">click here.</a></p>no01:10:38002 | Interview with James Hardin | Filmmaking Journey, Stewarding Long-Term Visions, & Morefull<![CDATA[001 | What is a Visionary? | Explorative Conversation on Visionary Life with Special Guests ]]>"Everyone has the potential to be a Visionary."

In this episode of VIP, host Lusterling and guests James Hardin, Victoria Kelderman, Derrick Walker, and Jo discuss the various perspectives of what it means to be a visionary in our modern world, regardless of industry or line of work. They explore personal and shared perspectives, the source of visions, and the journey of self-discovery on a visionary path, emphasizing that everyone has the potential to be a visionary and that taking action is key to success.

Chapters

00:00 Setting the Stage for Visionaries in Progress

06:54 Meet the Guests

11:33 Overcoming Technical Hurdles and Embracing Challenges

12:06 Introduction to Visionary Concepts

13:44 What is a visionary?

20:22 Can Anyone Be a Visionary?

26:27 Where do visions come from?

42:00 How do visions intersect with mental health?

59:05 Is there a way to channel visions?

01:06:23 What does it mean to be a visionary in today's modern world?

01:21:17 Embracing Alignment and Purpose

To find out more about Visionaries in Progress and each guest, visit the links below:

Lusterling:

instagram.com/iamlusterling

instagram.com/visionariesinprogress

lusterling.com

James Hardin:

instagram.com/jameshardin59

instagram.com/swampdragonfilm

Derrick Walker:

instagram.com/iamdwalk

iamdwalk.com

Victoria Kelderman:

instagram.com/victoriadeleon87

instagram.com/vickievictoriaart

For updates on future VIP events, podcast episodes, workshops, and other opportunities, click here.

]]>c94535a4-e0c4-4e46-840f-2f2f8ae893a1Sun, 04 Jan 2026 18:29:22 GMT<p><b>"Everyone has the potential to be a Visionary."</b></p><p></p><p>In this episode of VIP, host Lusterling and guests James Hardin, Victoria Kelderman, Derrick Walker, and Jo discuss the various perspectives of what it means to be a visionary in our modern world, regardless of industry or line of work. They explore personal and shared perspectives, the source of visions, and the journey of self-discovery on a visionary path, emphasizing that everyone has the potential to be a visionary and that taking action is key to success.</p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Setting the Stage for Visionaries in Progress</p><p>06:54 Meet the Guests</p><p>11:33 Overcoming Technical Hurdles and Embracing Challenges</p><p>12:06 Introduction to Visionary Concepts</p><p>13:44 What is a visionary?</p><p>20:22 Can Anyone Be a Visionary?</p><p>26:27 Where do visions come from?</p><p>42:00 How do visions intersect with mental health?</p><p>59:05 Is there a way to channel visions?</p><p>01:06:23 What does it mean to be a visionary in today's modern world?</p><p>01:21:17 Embracing Alignment and Purpose</p><p></p><p>To find out more about Visionaries in Progress and each guest, visit the links below:</p><p></p><p>Lusterling:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/iamlusterling" target="_blank">instagram.com/iamlusterling</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/visionariesinprogress" target="_blank">instagram.com/visionariesinprogress</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://lusterling.com" target="_blank">lusterling.com</a></p><p></p><p>James Hardin:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/jameshardin59" target="_blank">instagram.com/jameshardin59</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/swampdragonfilm" target="_blank">instagram.com/swampdragonfilm</a></p><p></p><p>Derrick Walker:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/iamdwalk" target="_blank">instagram.com/iamdwalk</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://iamdwalk.com" target="_blank">iamdwalk.com</a></p><p></p><p>Victoria Kelderman:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/victoriadeleon87" target="_blank">instagram.com/victoriadeleon87</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/vickievictoriaart" target="_blank">instagram.com/vickievictoriaart</a></p><p></p><p>For updates on future VIP events, podcast episodes, workshops, and other opportunities, <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lusterling.com/pages/vip" target="_blank">click here</a>.</p>no01:22:34001 | What is a Visionary? | Explorative Conversation on Visionary Life with Special Guests full