In this episode of The Courage to Fall, Tony and co-host Sally Shamieh sit down with Salim Zwein, an agricultural engineer, founder of Izra’a, and passionate advocate for sustainable farming in Lebanon.

From his childhood obsession with trees to building rooftop ecosystems and founding a 200,000-member farming community, Salim shares how grief, curiosity, and grit shaped his journey.

They explore the art of reading the land, why experimentation is a privilege, and how creating a pesticide-free jungle on a rooftop became the seed for something much bigger.

Salim opens up about the real challenges of scaling a grassroots agritech platform in Lebanon and the vision driving him. A world where farmers thrive, communities connect, and nature is seen as a partner, not a problem.

His story is one of quiet resilience, systems thinking, and finding purpose in the dirt. Literally.

Tony Feghali sits down with longtime friend and yogi Eugénie “Gino” Kadid Sayegh for an honest and spirited conversation about love in business. From Mandela’s humble strength to Elon Musk’s controversial drive, they unpack what it truly means to lead with heart or without it.

Drawing on Gino’s deep connection to energy, prayer, and people, they explore the role of ego, faith, forgiveness, and confidence in shaping the leaders we follow and admire. What makes someone worth following? And can success without love ever be enough?

From laughter to reflection, this episode is a reminder that the best leaders don’t just build companies, they lift people.

Tony Feghali sits down with creative technologist Ziad Nassar for a mind-expanding conversation on the future of brand building in the age of AI. From his early design experiments in Beirut to launching ProjectBloom, Ziad shares how he is pioneering a model where multi-agent AI systems co-create content, disrupt traditional workflows, and open new doors for underrepresented voices.

They explore how fashion, architecture, and digital design intersect with identity, the role of AI as a collaborator rather than a tool, and what it means to be radically inclusive in creative industries. Ziad unpacks the evolution of Agent Bloom, the risks of automation without soul, and why the future belongs to those who dare to reimagine the process rather than just the product.

Tony Feghali sits down with global leadership guide Samantha Sacchi for a courageous exploration of integrating feminine and masculine energies, and what it means to lead with wholeness in today’s shifting world. From a chance encounter on the Camino de Santiago to bold work in Saudi Arabia, Samantha shares her journey of building safe spaces for women and reshaping how organizations approach power and purpose.

They explore the deep inner work behind conscious leadership, the cultural shifts transforming the Arabian Gulf, and why true leadership is about connection. Samantha unpacks her experiences running emotional intelligence programs in Riyadh, navigating taboos, and witnessing the rising spark of young Saudi women who are redefining what’s possible.

Tony Feghali reflects on what happens when a role you’ve mastered starts to feel too small. This episode explores the quiet moment between chapters, where you’re not abandoning who you’ve been, but giving space to who you’re becoming. For anyone sensing a shift, but unsure where it’s taking them, this one’s a gentle companion on the way forward.

Stepping inside nine makerspaces across Europe, Tony Feghali uncovers lessons that go beyond craft, lessons about focus, stillness, rhythm, and how meaningful work often starts with presence. From quiet benches to curious conversations, this journey is a reminder that what we build is shaped by how we build it.

Tony Feghali reflects on how fatherhood and coaching shape each other, how presence at home sharpens presence at work, and how listening, trust, and rhythm can deepen both roles. This conversation offers a warm and honest exploration of the intersection between leadership and parenting, and how being present with heart, whether with clients or children, can create a profound, lasting impact. A quiet tribute to the dads, coaches, and anyone learning to lead with care.

Tony Feghali reflects on a different kind of success, one that’s built with clarity, led with intention, and felt in the quiet moments. This conversation explores how alignment can impact our growth, decision-making, and leadership, without getting lost in the noise. For anyone seeking a rhythm that feels honest and steady, this one’s for you.