Meant for Big Things Sun, 08 Mar 2026 14:53:09 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1616455 en-us © 2026 Meant for Big Things yes 20efab4d-7c2e-57d1-8c0f-ce754b14a6a5 Grayson Pruett episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Grayson Pruett https://storage.buzzsprout.com/ga8i1y4qsa3lxk349c64d8ho7ir2?.jpg Meant for Big Things Seizing Unexpected Opportunities and Leaning into the Magic of Life Seizing Unexpected Opportunities and Leaning into the Magic of Life In this episode of the Meant for Big Things podcast, Grayson Pruett speaks with her friend Maranda Peak about her approach to risk-taking, changing life plans, and embracing new opportunities. From beginning her career as an investment banker in New York City—and once hating running—to moving to Los Angeles for an opportunity at SpaceX and running a marathon, Maranda illustrates what is possible with an open mind and an adventurous spirit. The episode highlights lessons from banking, creating community, and the importance of adapting life plans, leaving you feeling refreshed and ready to take the leap. 

]]> In this episode of the Meant for Big Things podcast, Grayson Pruett speaks with her friend Maranda Peak about her approach to risk-taking, changing life plans, and embracing new opportunities. From beginning her career as an investment banker in New York City—and once hating running—to moving to Los Angeles for an opportunity at SpaceX and running a marathon, Maranda illustrates what is possible with an open mind and an adventurous spirit. The episode highlights lessons from banking, creating community, and the importance of adapting life plans, leaving you feeling refreshed and ready to take the leap. 

]]> Grayson Pruett Buzzsprout-18556559 Thu, 22 Jan 2026 23:00:00 -0500 618 full false Supercharging Leadership, Discipline, Goal Setting, Time Management & Problem-Solving with a U.S. Naval Officer Supercharging Leadership, Discipline, Goal Setting, Time Management & Problem-Solving with a U.S. Naval Officer In this episode of Meant for Big Things, Grayson Pruett sits down with her friend, U.S. Naval Officer Aidan Todorov to dive into the strategies that fuel elite leadership, discipline, goal setting, time management, and problem-solving. Aidan shares lessons from his ROTC training, insights from working with a naval psychologist, and real-world experiences as an officer in Japan. Get your pen and paper ready for this content-packed episode with actionable insights and realistic strategies to supercharge your life.

]]> In this episode of Meant for Big Things, Grayson Pruett sits down with her friend, U.S. Naval Officer Aidan Todorov to dive into the strategies that fuel elite leadership, discipline, goal setting, time management, and problem-solving. Aidan shares lessons from his ROTC training, insights from working with a naval psychologist, and real-world experiences as an officer in Japan. Get your pen and paper ready for this content-packed episode with actionable insights and realistic strategies to supercharge your life.

]]> Grayson Pruett Buzzsprout-16686455 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 18:00:00 -0500 1468 2 3 full false The Power of Showing Up: Professionally, Relationally, and Personally The Power of Showing Up: Professionally, Relationally, and Personally Showing up is foundational. In this episode of the Meant for Big Things podcast, Grayson Pruett delves into the transformative power of presence — both physically and emotionally—in your professional endeavors, relationships, and personal growth. By discussing how showing up builds essential career connections and positively impacts others, this episode encourages reflection on how to embrace presence in these areas to become the person you are meant to be and contribute to a better world.

]]> Showing up is foundational. In this episode of the Meant for Big Things podcast, Grayson Pruett delves into the transformative power of presence — both physically and emotionally—in your professional endeavors, relationships, and personal growth. By discussing how showing up builds essential career connections and positively impacts others, this episode encourages reflection on how to embrace presence in these areas to become the person you are meant to be and contribute to a better world.

]]> Grayson Pruett Buzzsprout-15396868 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 01:00:00 -0400 301 2 2 full false The Next Big Thing: Life After Graduation The Next Big Thing: Life After Graduation Welcome to MFBT Season 2! Join Grayson as she discusses the transition from college to the real world and how environmental shifts expedite personal growth. Grayson discusses the feelings of loss and excitement that come with graduating, her move to New York City, visiting Villanova as an alum, tips on how to feel empowered and confident at work, growing pains, and much more. This episode will leave you feeling excited to build an extraordinary life post-graduation and heighten the importance of personal and professional development. 





]]> Welcome to MFBT Season 2! Join Grayson as she discusses the transition from college to the real world and how environmental shifts expedite personal growth. Grayson discusses the feelings of loss and excitement that come with graduating, her move to New York City, visiting Villanova as an alum, tips on how to feel empowered and confident at work, growing pains, and much more. This episode will leave you feeling excited to build an extraordinary life post-graduation and heighten the importance of personal and professional development. 





]]> Grayson Pruett Buzzsprout-13855920 Fri, 27 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 454 2 1 full false The Value of Mentoring The Value of Mentoring In this episode of the Meant for Big Things Podcast, Grayson Pruett welcomes Michele Gianforcaro, Director of Professional Development at the Villanova School of Business. Michele leads the VSB Mentor Program and joins to discuss the value of mentoring. Michele and Grayson discuss the impact of mentors on their lives, how to find a mentor, tips to create a successful mentoring relationship, giving back to your mentor, and more. After this episode, you will understand the unlimited impact of mentoring and feel charged to seek a new connection with concrete actions and tips discussed in this episode!

]]> In this episode of the Meant for Big Things Podcast, Grayson Pruett welcomes Michele Gianforcaro, Director of Professional Development at the Villanova School of Business. Michele leads the VSB Mentor Program and joins to discuss the value of mentoring. Michele and Grayson discuss the impact of mentors on their lives, how to find a mentor, tips to create a successful mentoring relationship, giving back to your mentor, and more. After this episode, you will understand the unlimited impact of mentoring and feel charged to seek a new connection with concrete actions and tips discussed in this episode!

]]> Grayson Pruett Buzzsprout-12162419 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0500 1476 1 12 full false Creating Confidence Through Authenticity & Self-Love: Rejection, Friendship, and Goal Setting Creating Confidence Through Authenticity & Self-Love: Rejection, Friendship, and Goal Setting Join Grayson Pruett as she welcomes friend and TikTok star, Noel B Doherty for a profound episode on manifesting childhood dreams, goal setting, rejection,  and how self-love transformed his view of confidence. Noel has amassed over 600k followers across his various TikTok accounts and has stepped into the world of big brand deals.  From discussions of growing his accounts, business lessons, and meeting enthusiastic strangers, to efficiency and advice on confidence, this episode will leave you feeling engaged and excited to create. Keep up with Noel on TikTok! @noelbdoherty, @noelb.askin, @collegecribs

]]> Join Grayson Pruett as she welcomes friend and TikTok star, Noel B Doherty for a profound episode on manifesting childhood dreams, goal setting, rejection,  and how self-love transformed his view of confidence. Noel has amassed over 600k followers across his various TikTok accounts and has stepped into the world of big brand deals.  From discussions of growing his accounts, business lessons, and meeting enthusiastic strangers, to efficiency and advice on confidence, this episode will leave you feeling engaged and excited to create. Keep up with Noel on TikTok! @noelbdoherty, @noelb.askin, @collegecribs

]]> Grayson Pruett Buzzsprout-12042813 Sat, 14 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1546 1 11 full false How to Start Something How to Start Something Today is the day to start! In this episode of the Meant for Big Things podcast, Grayson Pruett discusses how to start something from ideation to creation and her journey in creating and growing Meant for Big Things into a multi-faceted brand. This episode discusses perfectionism, the importance of sharing your talents with the world, reflective questions to help find your "next big thing" and more. Look no further if you seek an injection of confidence, belief, and motivation to pursue your dreams and become a positive change-maker.

]]> Today is the day to start! In this episode of the Meant for Big Things podcast, Grayson Pruett discusses how to start something from ideation to creation and her journey in creating and growing Meant for Big Things into a multi-faceted brand. This episode discusses perfectionism, the importance of sharing your talents with the world, reflective questions to help find your "next big thing" and more. Look no further if you seek an injection of confidence, belief, and motivation to pursue your dreams and become a positive change-maker.

]]> Grayson Pruett Buzzsprout-11360599 Wed, 21 Sep 2022 12:00:00 -0400 651 1 10 full false Living Fearlessly with an Invigorated Spirit: Graduation, Failure, Love, and More Living Fearlessly with an Invigorated Spirit: Graduation, Failure, Love, and More This episode will open your heart, settle your mind, and charge your spirit with excitement. Join Grayson Pruett as she welcomes her dear friend, and Villanova commencement speaker, Daniel Gorman. This episode begins with a brief commencement speech followed by a JAM-PACKED discussion on living fearlessly, peaking, life paths, failure, love, new experiences, and more. If you are looking to “fill yourself up” today with something profound, look no further than this episode. 

]]> This episode will open your heart, settle your mind, and charge your spirit with excitement. Join Grayson Pruett as she welcomes her dear friend, and Villanova commencement speaker, Daniel Gorman. This episode begins with a brief commencement speech followed by a JAM-PACKED discussion on living fearlessly, peaking, life paths, failure, love, new experiences, and more. If you are looking to “fill yourself up” today with something profound, look no further than this episode. 

]]> Grayson Pruett Buzzsprout-10634255 Tue, 17 May 2022 13:00:00 -0400 1282 1 9 full false The Roller Coaster of Life: Control, Passion, Worry, Excitement, Purpose The Roller Coaster of Life: Control, Passion, Worry, Excitement, Purpose This episode marks a turning point for the Meant for Big Things Podcast. Join Grayson Pruett as she welcomes long-time friend Thomas Dixon to enter a conversation about everything under the sun. They discuss paramount topics like control, self-support, worry, circumstances, life paths, mortality, intentions, purpose, and passion. This episode also delves into Thomas’s zest for life and his "why". If you want to listen to an all-encompassing episode to heighten your excitement, reflection, and gratitude, look no further. 



]]> This episode marks a turning point for the Meant for Big Things Podcast. Join Grayson Pruett as she welcomes long-time friend Thomas Dixon to enter a conversation about everything under the sun. They discuss paramount topics like control, self-support, worry, circumstances, life paths, mortality, intentions, purpose, and passion. This episode also delves into Thomas’s zest for life and his "why". If you want to listen to an all-encompassing episode to heighten your excitement, reflection, and gratitude, look no further. 



]]> Grayson Pruett Buzzsprout-10188859 Fri, 04 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0500 1489 1 8 full false Follow Your Instincts, Be Bold, and Dream Big Follow Your Instincts, Be Bold, and Dream Big This episode celebrates the one-year anniversary of Meant for Big Things. Grayson Pruett discusses how the podcast came to fruition, her hesitations, and her biggest takeaways from the last year. This four-minute episode is energizing and relays the importance of being bold, following your instincts, and dreaming big. 



]]> This episode celebrates the one-year anniversary of Meant for Big Things. Grayson Pruett discusses how the podcast came to fruition, her hesitations, and her biggest takeaways from the last year. This four-minute episode is energizing and relays the importance of being bold, following your instincts, and dreaming big. 



]]> Grayson Pruett Buzzsprout-10022214 Sun, 06 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0500 224 1 7 full false A Guide to Studying Abroad A Guide to Studying Abroad This episode is a compilation of advice from Grayson and her friends who have studied abroad. Grayson answers your abroad questions like what to do about a phone plan, which credit card to get, and what to pack. In addition, she discusses the hardest part about studying abroad, her regrets, and what she and her friends wish they knew before departing . If you are going abroad, this episode, as well as Episode One, will make you feel more prepared for your journey. You are meant for big things, Bon Voyage!


Special thanks to Grace Bacon, Bryan DiPasca, Flynn McClellan, Daniel Gorman, Grace Kotnik, Spencer Landry, Britton Morell, Haley Morgan, Allegra Misitano, Amelia Mason, Kendall Mcallister, Mariana Noble, Allie Penna and many more.. 



]]> This episode is a compilation of advice from Grayson and her friends who have studied abroad. Grayson answers your abroad questions like what to do about a phone plan, which credit card to get, and what to pack. In addition, she discusses the hardest part about studying abroad, her regrets, and what she and her friends wish they knew before departing . If you are going abroad, this episode, as well as Episode One, will make you feel more prepared for your journey. You are meant for big things, Bon Voyage!


Special thanks to Grace Bacon, Bryan DiPasca, Flynn McClellan, Daniel Gorman, Grace Kotnik, Spencer Landry, Britton Morell, Haley Morgan, Allegra Misitano, Amelia Mason, Kendall Mcallister, Mariana Noble, Allie Penna and many more.. 



]]> Grayson Pruett Buzzsprout-9757242 Mon, 20 Dec 2021 17:00:00 -0500 1003 1 6 full false Enjoying Life in the Midst of Stress Enjoying Life in the Midst of Stress In the first episode back this school year, Grayson Pruett discusses the importance of enjoying life.  Returning to school offers the opportunity to try new things, socialize, and grow your mind, but with that comes the inevitable weight of stress. Join Grayson in discussing balance, priorities, and actions she is taking to live a more enjoyable, valuable, and fulfilling life. If you find stress consistently inhibits you from enjoying life and enjoying being human, look no further than this episode.  



]]> In the first episode back this school year, Grayson Pruett discusses the importance of enjoying life.  Returning to school offers the opportunity to try new things, socialize, and grow your mind, but with that comes the inevitable weight of stress. Join Grayson in discussing balance, priorities, and actions she is taking to live a more enjoyable, valuable, and fulfilling life. If you find stress consistently inhibits you from enjoying life and enjoying being human, look no further than this episode.  



]]> Grayson Pruett Buzzsprout-9276732 Tue, 28 Sep 2021 18:00:00 -0400 484 1 5 full false Coping with Grief Through Love Coping with Grief Through Love During a late-night conversation, Grayson Pruett discusses the topic of grief and healing through love. Grief is a topic that's raw, touchy, and undiscussed. This can make grieving isolating and leave people in search of an answer on how to heal. This episode digs into remedies that have helped Grayson on her healing journey and one of which she hopes serves as a comfort for you in difficult times. After this episode, listeners will understand the impact of living in the present moment and giving love to others. 

]]> During a late-night conversation, Grayson Pruett discusses the topic of grief and healing through love. Grief is a topic that's raw, touchy, and undiscussed. This can make grieving isolating and leave people in search of an answer on how to heal. This episode digs into remedies that have helped Grayson on her healing journey and one of which she hopes serves as a comfort for you in difficult times. After this episode, listeners will understand the impact of living in the present moment and giving love to others. 

]]> Grayson Pruett Buzzsprout-9026629 Sat, 14 Aug 2021 12:00:00 -0400 656 1 4 full false How Words Can Transform Your Life How Words Can Transform Your Life In the third episode of Meant for Big Things, Grayson Pruett tells stories and life lessons learned about the power of words. This episode details how the words with which we choose to use create our reality. If you're looking for an actionable remedy to better your life today, look no further than this episode. 

]]> In the third episode of Meant for Big Things, Grayson Pruett tells stories and life lessons learned about the power of words. This episode details how the words with which we choose to use create our reality. If you're looking for an actionable remedy to better your life today, look no further than this episode. 

]]> Grayson Pruett Buzzsprout-8850944 Mon, 12 Jul 2021 12:00:00 -0400 524 1 3 full false Making the Most Out of Covid Making the Most Out of Covid In the second episode of Meant for Big Things, Grayson Pruett discusses the difficulties and frustrations that come along with Covid as a college student. If you feel stuck and defined by your current circumstances, this episode is for you. 



]]> In the second episode of Meant for Big Things, Grayson Pruett discusses the difficulties and frustrations that come along with Covid as a college student. If you feel stuck and defined by your current circumstances, this episode is for you. 



]]> Buzzsprout-7992193 Sun, 21 Feb 2021 15:00:00 -0500 592 1 2 full false Turning Fear Into Opportunity Turning Fear Into Opportunity In the first episode of Meant For Big Things, Grayson Pruett takes you through her journey of conquering fear as an eighteen-year-old leaving home for college abroad. If fear interferes with your daily life and greater opportunities, look no further than this episode. 

]]> In the first episode of Meant For Big Things, Grayson Pruett takes you through her journey of conquering fear as an eighteen-year-old leaving home for college abroad. If fear interferes with your daily life and greater opportunities, look no further than this episode. 

]]> Grayson Pruett Buzzsprout-7439545 Fri, 22 Jan 2021 23:00:00 -0500 865 1 2 full false