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S3E2: When Success Disappears, Who Are You Really? with Ray Martin

The Second Voice with Luisa Hogan··5 August 2026·36 min

About this episode

What happens when the life you built—the one that defines you—disappears almost overnight? Not gradually. Not by choice. But all at once. And you’re left asking a question most people avoid: if you strip away the titles… who are you really? My guest today is Ray Martin. aka The Daily Explorer, and he is an entrepreneur and award-winning business leader. As a coach, mentor, facilitator, speaker, writer, and mindfulness teacher, he is a torchbearer for greater human consciousness. Ray is also a marathon runner and fundraiser. He’s on a mission to empower people to live authentically and to bring more joy and happiness into the world.Ray Martin's Website: https://www.lifewithoutatie.com/Find Ray on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachraymartin/At The Second Voice, we explore the inner conversations leaders rarely say out loud.If this episode resonated, it is likely because the second voice is active in your leadership too.Hosted by Luisa Hogan, leadership resilience strategist and founder of Vermelho Consulting.Luisa works with founders, executives, and senior leaders who carry real responsibility and want to lead with steadiness, clarity, and self-trust under pressure.Her work focuses on nervous system regulation, leadership identity, and the inner dialogue that shapes how leaders show up when things are hard.Work With LuisaIf this episode sparked reflection, here are ways to go deeper:• Leadership resilience workshops and advisory• Keynotes and curated live experiences• The Steady Leadership framework and private sessionsLearn more at: vermelho.com.auStay ConnectedFollow along and join the conversation:• Instagram: @thesecondvoicepodcast• Instagram: @luisahoganhqSubscribe, rate, and review The Second Voice to help more leaders find these conversations.