All In Empowerment Podcast

In this powerful and deeply moving episode, I sit down with Elizabeth Thompson, a vibrant, dynamic, and passionate peer specialist for drug and alcohol recovery. Having once battled addiction herself, Elizabeth has learned how to channel her inner fight—not just to stay on the road of recovery, but to guide others to do the same. She opens up about how the turning point in her journey came when sh...

What happens when passion meets purpose? You get someone like Dwight Sanvold. Dwight fell in love with triathlons - and that love turned into a lifelong mission. Today, he coaches triathletes, youth running teams, and individuals chasing their personal fitness goals. His approach is refreshingly down to earth, rooted in encouragement, accountability, and the belief that anyone can achieve more tha...

What happens when the pain of the past becomes the power for your future? Meet Andrew Adams - a man who has walked through the darkest depths of heroin addiction and emerged with a fire for life that is unstoppable. Sobriety was just the beginning. On the other side, Andrew discovered the limitless world of personal growth and development - and he dove in headfirst. Now a transformation coach and...

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Tracy Zenobia - a mother of three, former nurse, and founder of Faith & Flour Baking Devotional - to explore how grief, faith, and purpose came together to transform her life. After losing both her brother and father within a year, Tracy turned her pain into purpose by pouring her energy into a food truck selling shave ice, honoring the joyful memorie...

What if the key to your purpose was written in the stars the moment you were born? In this soul-stirring episode, I sit down with the brilliant and insightful Sanjeev Verma - founder of Mind Demystified, master of Vedic astrology, and clarity coach with a gift for helping people uncover the path they were always meant to walk. We dive deep into the ancient wisdom of Vedic astrology - what it revea...

What if the life you were “supposed” to live… wasn’t the life you were meant for? In this episode, I sit down with the quietly powerful and unexpectedly bold Leslie Grace - a woman whose journey will leave you thinking twice about the limits you've placed on yourself. Raised in a traditional Midwestern Catholic family and trained as a nurse, Leslie seemed to follow the well-worn path. But undernea...

In one of the most raw and personal episodes yet, I sit down with my sister, Jane Jordan, to talk about her lifelong battle with fear, addiction, and the incredible strength it takes to reclaim your life. Growing up in a chaotic home as one of five daughters in suburban Milwaukee, Jane’s anxiety began early—with a deep fear of school and an overwhelming sense of not fitting in. Outwardly, she was...

In this soulful and surprising episode, I sit down with Carl Weinkauf—a small-town Wisconsin native turned Dallas attorney, proud girl dad to three empowered women, and self-proclaimed wine enthusiast behind the Instagram account @wine.populist. Carl opens up about his passion for raising confident daughters (with a loving shoutout to his incredible wife, Margaret, for her part in that journey), h...

What do Ironman races, big game hunting, and building a business from the ground up have in common? For Dan Trawicki—it’s all about mindset, grit, gratitude and never backing down. In this episode of All In Empowerment, I sit down with Dan, a former Waukesha County Sheriff, taxidermist, entrepreneur, and Ironman competitor. Dan opens up about the mental toughness and grace it takes to chase down w...

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Dipti Broker, founder of Diya Vacations—a travel planning company born from passion, intuition, and bold life choices. Born and raised in India, Dipti always knew her path would lead to America. Now a mom of two and a thriving entrepreneur, she opens up about navigating a traditional arranged marriage, what American opportunity means to her, and why trans...

In this powerful and honest episode, I sit down with my good friend Steve Nachtigal, founder of Stay Focused Stay Strong, to talk about what it really takes to rebuild after life knocks you sideways. Steve opens up about his journey and why he’s now pivoting his career to make a bigger impact. His mission? To help others collapse the timeline between rock bottom and real healing.  He is passionate...

In this soaring episode, Betsy Martell sits down with the unstoppable Heather Howley—founder and Chief Pilot of Independent Helicopters. With over 8,000 flight hours and nearly two decades of instructing under her belt, Heather has carved out an extraordinary path in a male-dominated industry, proving that grit and vision can take you anywhere—even 5,000 feet above the ground. From selling everyth...

In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with my dear friend Tina Dean, a resilient woman who has faced life's challenges with unwavering strength. Tina shares her journey from a tumultuous childhood to building a successful property management business in Sun Valley, Idaho. She opens up about the profound pain of losing her daughter and her ongoing efforts to move beyond victimhood, embracing h...

In this deeply personal and inspiring episode, I sit down with my dear friend Rick Gregory—a bond that felt like love at first sight. From the moment we met, our connection sparked a shared journey of self-discovery, healing, and spiritual awakening. Rick's story is one of profound transformation. After a life-changing spiritual experience at 19, he dedicated over two decades to biblical studies a...

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Ann Muzi—a former advertising professional who chose to become a full-time stay-at-home mom to her four children. While she cherished her role, Ann candidly shares the challenges she faced, including feelings of isolation and a loss of personal identity.​ Now, with her children grown, Ann is embracing a new chapter of self-discovery. She's spicing up her...

In this transformative episode, we sit down with Jeff Rogers—a seasoned seminar instructor, keynote speaker, corporate trainer, and results coach who has been empowering individuals since 1994. Frustrated by personal growth programs that lacked practical tools for lasting change, Jeff founded his own coaching company in 2007. His mission: to provide straightforward methods that help clients overco...

Join host Betsy Martell as she sits down with Jess Gold, who transitioned from a high-powered legal career to leading Ayahuasca and Sound Healing retreats. Discover how personal health challenges led Jess to a profound spiritual path, and explore the complexities of intimate relationships and the courage it takes to embrace transformation. 📢 Share Your Thoughts: We'd love to hear how this episode...

In this heartfelt episode, host Betsy Martell engages in an intimate discussion with her 23-year-old daughter, Ella, and Ella's lifelong friend, Jocelyn. Together, they delve into the societal and familial pressures that often compel young individuals to make life-altering decisions prematurely, steering them toward "safe" choices and away from their true passions.​ Betsy guides them through a tra...

In the premiere episode of All In Empowerment, host Betsy Martell uncorks a heartfelt conversation with her close friend, Stephanie O'Brien—a master hair stylist, entrepreneur, and the relatable confidante we all wish we had. Stephanie candidly shares her journey of losing herself within the confines of marriage, the struggle to regain control, and the courageous pivots that led her to rediscover...