Episode 22: Joshua Sparks & Mark Bilton CoLab | Healthspan, Being Human, and Purpose

In this special episode, Mark Bilton is joined by Joshua Sparks for a grounded and deeply human conversation about healthspan, purpose, and what it means to stay well over the long term.

Joshua Sparks is a podcaster, strategic advisor, and former leader at Sass & Bide and Thom Browne in New York. This is his second time joining Mark, but this conversation is different. It is a true collaboration, recorded for both Lead Well Live Well and Sparks Journal.

Together, Mark and Josh explore why so many leaders and creatives feel depleted despite external success, and why the conversation must move beyond productivity, performance, and longevity alone.

This episode covers:

• What healthspan really means and why it matters more than lifespan

• Why being human is not a weakness in leadership, but a strength

• How purpose, identity, and wellbeing are closely connected

• The role of habits and consistency in sustaining energy and clarity

• What it takes to live and lead well over the long term

This is an honest, reflective discussion between two good friends who have spent decades working with leaders, creatives, and entrepreneurs. If you are seeking a healthier, more sustainable way to live and lead, this episode is for you.

🔗 Joshua Sparks

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