Your Soulful Career Calling

Sometimes the path that changes your life begins with someone else seeing something in you that you haven’t yet recognized in yourself. For Eric Atkinson, that moment came at age 31. After earning a business degree and exploring several different career paths, a friend recognized that Eric’s empathy, discipline, and natural ability to connect with people might make him a great police officer. Near...

Some careers begin with a résumé. Others begin with a song. In this inspiring episode, Kasi Beaney sits down with multilingual voice-over artist, actress, entrepreneur, and mentor Roxanna Cortes to explore how the seeds of our future are often planted long before we realize it. From singing rancheras as a little girl in Tijuana to becoming the voice behind major brands, Roxanna shares a story of r...

What happens when the life you've carefully built no longer feels like your own? This week on Soulful Career Calling , I sit down with celebrity chef, cookbook author, entrepreneur, and storyteller Katie Chin for one of the most heartfelt conversations I've had on the show. Katie's journey is anything but linear. Raised in the kitchens of her mother's restaurants, she initially ran...

When a career chapter unexpectedly closes, could it actually be opening the door to something greater? In this inspiring episode of Soulful Career Calling , I sit down with author, consultant, nonprofit founder, and podcast host Peyton Hoffman to explore how one unexpected career loss became the catalyst for a life of greater purpose, impact, and joy. After spending nearly two decades in corporate...

What does it mean to live a truly soulful career? In this inspiring episode of Soulful Career Calling , Kasi sits down with Father Tom Gibbons, Catholic priest, president of Paulist Productions, and Emmy-nominated film producer, to explore the intersection of faith, purpose, creativity, and discernment. Father Tom shares his unconventional journey from a childhood spent drawing cartoons to working...

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Ashley Southworth, founder and creative director of Southworth Interior Design, to talk about her inspiring leap from teaching into the world of interior design... a career pivot that completely changed the trajectory of her life. After nearly 20 years in education, Ashley made the courageous decision in her late 30s to leave the classroom and pursue a cr...

In this powerful episode of Your Soulful Career Calling , Mike Geraty shares his inspiring journey from Wall Street finance and commercial real estate to building a thriving business in the food industry after losing his job during the 2011 recession. This conversation is a reminder that career success is rarely a straight line and that some of life’s greatest setbacks can become the very thing th...

In this powerful episode of Your Soulful Career Calling , I sit down with Mindie Antebi , a veteran ICU and trauma nurse and host of the Call the Nurse podcast, to explore what it truly means to heal...both in medicine and in life. From working with the “sickest of the sick” to navigating her own family’s mental health challenges, Mindie shares a deeply human perspective on caregiving, burnout, pu...

What does it really take to build a viral brand —one rooted in authenticity, purpose, and meaningful impact? In this episode of Your Soulful Career Calling , I sit down with marketing pioneer Rick Schirmer to explore how true brand growth isn’t driven by trends or algorithms—but by alignment, intuition, and connection . From taking bold risks early in his career to redefining what “virality” actua...

In this episode of Your Soulful Career Calling , we go beyond the title of “entertainment attorney” to uncover the real story behind the career—how passion, curiosity, and a deep sense of fairness can shape a meaningful path in the music and film industry. My guest is Doug Mark, a successful leader in the entertainment law space. Key Takeaways: What an Entertainment Attorney Really Does A behind-t...

What if the career you were meant to have was hiding inside everything you loved as a kid? In this episode of Your Soulful Career Calling , host Kasi Beaney sits down with Alyson Wegner — a costume designer in Hollywood — for an honest, inspiring conversation about finding your path, trusting the process, and what it actually takes to build a creative career from the inside out. Alyson's story...

What happens when the unimaginable becomes your greatest teacher? In this deeply moving episode of Your Soulful Career Calling , I sit down with entrepreneur, author, and legacy builder Nikki Mark — a woman whose story will crack your heart open and then quietly put it back together again. In 2018, Nikki lost her 12-year-old son, Tommy, suddenly and without warning. And in the aftermath of that gr...

What does it really take to build a career in film? Bryan Koss knows the answer, and it may not be what people expect. Before he ever picked up a camera professionally, Bryan was building a career in commercial real estate. It wasn't until he paused long enough to reconnect with what had lit him up years earlier that it all changed. His journey is proof that the career meant for you isn't...

In this episode of "Soulful Career Calling," host Kasi Beaney interviews Dr. Theresa Ashby, also known as "Dr. T," a business strategist and "business oracle" who emphasizes the importance of internal alignment over external success. Dr. Ashby shares her journey from chasing traditional accolades and performance-based achievements to reconnecting with her own wisdom a...

In this episode of Your Soulful Career Calling , Kasi sits down with filmmaker, writer, and producer Monique Impagliazzo to explore how our earliest childhood interests can reveal powerful clues about our future careers. Together, they unpack the filmmaking process, the importance of mentorship, and what it really means to build a purpose-driven career rooted in authenticity—not just titles. This...

In this powerful Season 2 premiere, media personality Rachel McCord shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming trauma, navigating career pressure, and ultimately redefining success through purpose, faith, and alignment. This conversation goes beyond the highlight reel, offering a raw, behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to build a meaningful, purpose-driven career . Why starting w...

Can grief lead to a career change? Is it ever too late to reinvent yourself? How do you know when your path no longer fits? In this powerful episode of Your Soulful Career Calling , I sit down with Alice Segars, LCSW , a Los Angeles based psychotherapist and psychoanalyst who made a bold career pivot from Hollywood television executive to grief and trauma therapist after the death of her father. W...

Financial literacy for young women isn’t just about budgeting or balancing a checkbook... it’s about confidence, independence, and long-term financial security. In this powerful episode of Your Soulful Career Calling , Kasi Beaney sits down with financial professional and global advocate Marina Batliwalla to explore why financial education for girls is one of the most overlooked, yet critical, lif...

Not all careers in medicine happen in hospitals. And not all impact happens at the bedside. This conversation with Zak Balmuth-Loris, a PhD neuroscientist and leader in rare disease medicine, is full of powerful aha moments for anyone navigating career exploration or questioning what meaningful work really looks like. ✨ Key takeaways from this episode: • Curiosity is a compass for career discover...

How do you turn a love for bringing people together into a meaningful, purpose-driven career? In this episode of Your Soulful Career Calling , host Kasi Beaney interviews Sharon Lyle , founder and president of Ensemble , an experiential design and event production studio focused on community impact, nonprofit partnerships, and storytelling through live experiences . Sharon shares her career journe...

What if some of the most fascinating careers aren’t on screen, but are quietly shaping every movie scene? In this episode of Your Soulful Career Calling , I sit down with my dear friend of over 20 years, Sherri Hopeman , founder of The Peony Group and a leader in product placement and brand integration for feature films. With over 25 years in the industry and 80+ major motion pictures behind her,...

✨On this episode of Your Soulful Career Calling , I sit down with the powerhouse behind Trailblazing Sports Group — Sara Gotfredson. If you’re raising girls, coaching athletes, love women’s sports, or simply crave a career path filled with meaning and impact… this episode is going to speak right to your heart. Sara’s journey is a masterclass in courage, alignment, and what it truly means to build...

In this episode Jay McWilliams, Navy veteran, retired police officer, and private investigator, shares his story of courage, integrity, and reinvention. Themes: Resilience & Reinvention – How Jay turned hardship into fuel for growth, constantly evolving through new careers and challenges. Integrity in Action – Why doing the right thing when no one’s watching became his life motto. Service as S...

What if everything we’ve been taught about success is only half the story? In this solo episode, host Kasi Beaney invites you to pause and question the pressure-filled narrative so many parents and students are living in...one where GPAs, test scores, and college acceptances define worth. With warmth and honesty, Kasi pulls back the curtain on the real predictors of lifelong fulfillment — resilien...

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Dr. Bill Dorfman—world-renowned cosmetic dentist, entrepreneur, and founder of the LEAP Foundation—to explore the deeper layers behind his incredible career. From a young boy fascinated by dentistry to becoming a trusted media voice and smile artist for celebrities, Dr. Dorfman’s journey is one of passion, resilience, and purpose. He reminds us that a smi...