The Sanctuary of the Stage: Reconnecting with Mrs. McCormally
Kris reunites with Kathie McCormally, his high school drama and English teacher, for a conversation over 30 years in the making.
Born Out of Survival: A 30-Year Friendship with Jenne Schwinn
This week’s episode takes us on a journey back to the beginning of a 30-year friendship. Kris is joined by Jenne Schwinn to discuss the messy, traumatic, and ultimately beautiful reality of growing up together.
The Creative Cocoon: Transforming Grief Through Art, Community, and Compassion
In this tender and powerful episode of Dying Out Loud, host Kristopher Saim welcomes back his dear friend and grief coach, Jen Ripa, creator of Thrivologie and the "Creative Cocoon." Jen shares her profound personal journey of loss—first the death of her 16-year-old son, Oliver, to cancer, followed four years later by the passing of her husband of 25 years.
Loved Enough for a Lifetime: We Will Be Okay! (with Anthony Saim)
Caught completely by surprise, Kris listens as Anthony reads a letter that pieces his own heart back together.
Living Anyway: A Love Letter to the Man Who Saved Me
Kris sits down with his husband and producer, Anthony, to share a life-altering update: the decision to terminate chemotherapy.
Mandi Botic: Two Decades, One Wild Ride, and a Christmas Reunion
Kristopher reunites with Mandi Botic, a friend whose loyalty has spanned nearly 20 years and multiple zip codes, from Kansas City to New York and LA.
Nickie Gibbs Inseparable: How a Work Bestie Became a Lifeline
Kris welcomes his longtime friend Nickie Gibbs to discuss how a workplace friendship turned into a decade-long bond that helped him survive his first cancer diagnosis.
Collaboration, Friendship, and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Host Kris sits down with Dr. Rebecca Lee for an open conversation about creative partnership, friendship, and overcoming imposter syndrome in the workplace.
Invisible Impact: How a Forgotten Conversation Changed My Life with Deano Sutter
Kris sits down with men’s coach and speaker Deano Sutter for a conversation about the profound, often invisible impact we have on one another.
Tracy Kreikemeier: Leadership, Friendship, and the Letters That Can't Wait
Kristopher Saim sits down with Tracy Kreikemeier, a woman who has played the dual roles of cherished friend and professional mentor in his life.
Human-First Leadership: Thriving Through Adversity with Luana Pereira
This episode of "Dying Out Loud" celebrates a "human first type of leadership" that transcends titles. Host Kris is joined by Luana Pereira, a leader he has been fortunate to work with for several years.
More Than a CEO: Michael Platt on People, Culture, and Gratitude
This week, Kristopher Saim sits down with a pivotal figure from his past: his mentor, Michael Platt, the founder and former CEO of Platform Advertising.
The Transformational Power of a Leader's Investment with Kevin Doyle
Kris and Kevin discuss how they navigated Kris's professional development while he was also battling stage four cancer and undergoing more than three years of chemo.
From Colleagues to Kindred Spirits: The Power of an Authentic Connection with Celina Goddard
Host Kristopher Saim and guest Celina Goddard share how a simple work connection grew into a deep friendship.
Family, Cancer, and Connection: A Conversation with Dr. Jeff Edenfield
Kris sits down with his cousin and oncologist, Dr. Jeff Edenfield, for an intimate conversation about family, memories, and the realities of living with cancer.
Friendship, Family, and Finding Yourself: A Coversation with Fritz & Holly
Kris reconnects with longtime friends Fritz and Holly Heffinger, owners of Out Cold Marketing and Heffinger Interiors
The Ripple Effect of Vulnerability: Danielle Ripley-Burgess on Hope, Advocacy, and Showing Up
Kris Saim welcomes Danielle Ripley-Burgess, a three-time colon cancer survivor and passionate advocate for awareness and support.
Anchored by Friendship: Kelly Oettinger on Loyalty, Growth, and Showing Up
Kris reconnects with longtime friend Kelly Oettinger.
The Power of Showing Up: Friendship, Connection, and Conversations That Matter - Ben James
Kris sits down with friend and colleague Ben James for an honest conversation about the value of authentic relationships at work and beyond.