The Change Catalyst Podcast

Send us a text In this episode of The Change Catalyst, I sit down with Joseph Dittmar — a 9/11 survivor who was in the South Tower of the World Trade Center on the 106th floor when the attacks began. Joe shares his harrowing experience of that day, walking us through the moments of confusion, chaos, and ultimately, survival. But this isn’t just a story about escaping tragedy — it’s about perspecti...

Send us a text In this episode of The Change Catalyst, I sit down with Jimmy Kirlin, the founder of Beachin Bash and a true example of resilience. Jimmy shares his powerful story of building a small business while living with Dysautonomia—a condition that dramatically changed the course of his life. He opens up about his early struggles, including a period where he attempted suicide, and how he fo...

Send us a text In this episode of The Change Catalyst , I sit down with my police academy classmate and friend, Joel Diaz—a police officer and passionate mental health advocate. Joel opens up about his journey growing up in South Chicago, the realities of working in law enforcement, and the challenges officers face when it comes to mental health. We dive into the stigma around seeking help in the...

Send us a text In this inspiring episode of The Change Catalyst Podcast , we sit down with Bekah Yanacek — nurse, transformation coach, and first-time bikini fitness competitor. Bekah opens up about hitting a low point in her life, standing in front of the mirror unhappy with who she had become, and making the life-changing decision to rewrite her story. From reclaiming her health and mindset to s...

Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Change Catalyst Podcast, we sit down with Vance Row—a former police officer, 911 dispatcher, mental health advocate, and founder of YOGA Rescue. With years of firsthand experience on the front lines of crisis, Vance shares his deeply personal journey through trauma, healing, and transformation. We dive into:The emotional toll of life in law enforcemen...

Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Change Catalyst Podcast, we sit down with Kyle Shaffer — fitness figure competitor, philanthropist, and founder of the Shaffer Family Foundation. Kyle shares her journey from the competitive fitness world to becoming a driving force behind Rally for Our First Responders, an annual fundraiser in Delaware that has raised over $400,000 in support of loca...

Send us a text In the very first episode of The Change Catalyst Podcast, host TJ Webb sits down with Amanda Webb to introduce the mission behind the show: sparking conversations that inspire growth, resilience, and meaningful transformation. Together, they dive into what listeners can expect from future episodes—powerful stories, honest reflections, and strategies for navigating life’s biggest tra...