Hosted by Melissa Lewis and Tom Scarda

Not Just a Podcast

An Escape Plan

This podcast is for the rebels, the misfits, and the dreamers who are sick of living on autopilot.

Each episode, we strip away the excuses, break the rules, and give you bold, actionable strategies to crush the habits that hold you back, ditch the job you hate, and build a life you actually want to wake up to.

No fluff. No permission slips. Just real talk, proven tools, and a healthy dose of rebellion to help you break free, rise higher, and own your next chapter.

This isn’t just a podcast; it’s an escape plan. If you’re done following the script, you just found your people.

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Meet the Hosts

Melissa Lewis

Melissa believes clarity and confidence come from taking that first step forward. Early in her career, she saw what separates those who build something meaningful from those who stay where they are. It wasn’t luck—it was clarity, confidence, and the willingness to take action, even when it feels uncomfortable. That insight has shaped her work ever since.
 
For over 20 years, Melissa has helped people explore new possibilities, think beyond their current path, and take ownership of their future—whether that means more freedom, more flexibility, or building something of their own.

Tom Scarda

Tom purchased his first franchise in 2000, where he was named the #1 franchisee of the year just two years later. He then built it into three units and sold it for a considerable profit. He purchased a second franchise in 2006 and that franchise concept flopped. He has since owned and operated both franchised and non-franchised businesses, leading to invaluable lessons from both the successes and the failures.
 
Tom’s mantra is “There are no wrong turns, just different experiences.” He inspires people to surf on the edge of their comfort zone and choose uncertainty over unhappiness.