and then I did this

Justin Michael returns to And Then I Did This for a powerful second conversation about reinvention, surrender, and the courage to let go of the identity you've spent years building. After climbing the corporate ladder in SaaS sales — working at Salesforce, LinkedIn, and 13 startups — Justin was offered his dream role as a Chief Revenue Officer at 40. But when the deal came with strings attached, h...

LuRae sits down with JD Tremblay, an ultra-endurance athlete and former military member who's completed feats only three people in the world have achieved—including the Epic Deca (10 Ironmans in 10 days across Hawaii). JD opens up about the terrifying transition from a highly structured military life to entrepreneurship, the financial devastation of divorce, and the moment he realized his entire i...

In this episode, Jonathan Maharaj shares his journey from growing up in the political instability of Fiji to building a thriving international financial and business advisory practice. Jonathan is a CFO strategist and financial advisor who believes the best business decisions start with clarity, not spreadsheets. With two decades of experience guiding startups to global brands through make-or-brea...

Quintina Sonnie shares her remarkable journey from trafficking survivor to Somatic Alchemist, guiding ambitious women to reclaim their power. She helps them reconnect to the wisdom of their bodies. After experiencing a tumultuous childhood, false accusations that led to 43 days in jail, and being trafficked at 19, Quintina discovered that traditional mindset work and therapy weren't enough to tran...

Sami Akkawi shares his unconventional journey from consulting for private equity firms to co-founding Petra Labs, an AI-powered brand visibility marketing startup. After conducting nearly 1,000 interviews with senior marketing professionals at companies such as Nike and Pepsi, Sammi identified a critical gap: brands have no visibility into how AI tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity describe them to...

Before becoming a strategic advisor, she was an architect — designing structures built to stand the test of time. That same thinking shapes everything she does today. The women she works with have already built something remarkable. But when the stakes get higher, clarity doesn't always come easy. Most high-achieving women are navigating their biggest decisions alone. That's where everything chang...

LuRae sits down with Justin Michael, bestselling author of 10 books and former sales leader at Salesforce and LinkedIn. Justin shares his journey from telemarketing boiler rooms to training teams at global companies like HubSpot, and reveals the secret behind helping over 250 startups and 1,000 individuals double or even 5X their income. He breaks down why traditional sales methods fail in today's...

What does it really take to make a bold life change? In this heartfelt conversation, host LuRae Lumpkin sits down with Sipra Halteman to explore the courage required to transform your life, even when the path is unclear. Sipra shares her journey from the Midwest to Silicon Valley's Twitter headquarters, and ultimately to founding Shift Society. She opens up life events, navigating burnout, and dis...

In this episode, LuRae sits down with 25-year-old Milena Dujakovich, the powerhouse behind Laguna Beach’s Wild Strawberry Café. After graduating with a finance degree and working in a corporate role, Milena made the life-empowering decision to leave the illusion of a steady paycheck to pursue a more intentional and heart-centered life. She shares how her early exposure to entrepreneurship shaped h...

See how you can transform your life with the 4,000 Mondays mindset. "From Corporate Stapler to 4,000 Mondays: How Death Became Her Life Coach" Jodi Wellman spent 17 years climbing the corporate ladder until a simple stapler changed everything. After promising herself twice that she'd leave before running out of staples (and breaking that promise both times), she realized she was living in a "self-...

LuRae sits down with Iain Morrison, co-founder of The Imagination Collaborative, to walk through his remarkable entrepreneurial journey from concert stages to cutting-edge tech. With over 35 years in global event production, Iain shares how the pandemic influenced a career transition that became his catalyst for reinvention. He opens up about walking away from financial security to chase scalable...

LuRae speaks with transformational Mindset Coach Ruta Stasiunaite, founder of Redefining Success. She provides mentorship and guidance for high-achievers seeking deep fulfillment and those who want to live authentically. Ruta shares her powerful journey from corporate project manager to traveling the world as a soul-centered coach. She helps others escape societal “shoulds” and discover a purpose-...

LuRae sits down with Charley Johnson, former business mogul turned Chief Consciousness Officer. They explore how the collapse of traditional systems is creating space for radical clarity, neutrality, and purpose in both work and life. Charley shares his profound personal transformation, shaped by spiritual mentorship and corporate breakdowns. He makes a powerful case for integrating consciousness...

LuRae sits down with Marc Longwith, founder of Evolved Entrepreneur , to unpack what it really takes to shift from autopilot to authenticity. Marc shares how growing up in Las Vegas, working in nightlife, and becoming a professional MMA fighter shaped his path toward personal development and business mentoring. From dismantling subconscious programming to defining success on your own terms, this c...

Ever feel like you’re trapped in a life that no longer serves you? In this episode, Alana Light shares her journey from corporate burnout to a life of deep fulfillment.  After years of saying yes to things that drained her, Alana faced a health crisis that forced her to reconsider everything.  She discovered the power of positive psychology, self-inquiry, and radical alignment—and now he...

Leaving a stable corporate job can feel terrifying, but what if it was the best decision you ever made? In this episode, Casey Hald shares his journey from being a senior product designer at NASDAQ and Experian to becoming the founder of Birdstreet.co. He reveals how an unexpected layoff pushed him to take control of his career, the challenges of freelancing, and why the fear of instability is oft...

What if the key to transformation wasn’t outside of you, but within your words, thoughts, and mindset? Chris O’Brien shares his remarkable journey from personal health crises to financial independence, uncovering life-changing insights about resilience, conscious living, and the power of language. From overcoming illness as a professional athlete, to guiding thousands through personal and financia...

What happens when a highly analytical engineer realizes she is destined for something completely different from her academic background? In this episode, Sarah Hussain, a former petroleum engineer turned Spiritual Coach and Healer, shares her deeply personal journey of breaking free from the corporate world to embrace her true calling. Sarah now bridges the worlds of science & spirituality to...

In this episode, LuRae dives into a powerful conversation with Sammy Orelien—an entrepreneur, business owner, and visionary leader. Sammy opens up about his journey from his childhood in Haiti to building a successful career in the United States, sharing key insights from his spiritual memoir, Turning Water Into Butter . This episode addresses the transformative power of reframing past stories, em...

In this episode I'm joined by Dr. Carolyn Colleen. She shares her transformative journey overcoming adversity to become a leading advocate for empowerment and generational self-sufficiency. The Founder of Fierce Foundation, Dr. Colleen shares how intentional, incremental steps can help anyone move from surviving to thriving. Her inspiring story, from escaping an abusive marriage to building a life...

In this episode, Asmâa Methqal shares her inspiring journey from a successful marketing career to becoming a leadership alchemist. Asmâa dives deep into the concepts of fire and flow—two energies that, when harmonized, can create sustainable and authentic leadership. She explores the importance of self-awareness, listening to inner whispers, and breaking free from societal expectations. Through pe...

Ava Milva shares her incredible journey from a soul-draining corporate job to building a purpose-driven life rooted in joy and healing. Ava recounts how she discovered her spiritual gifts, overcame fears of financial insecurity, and embraced her true calling as a healer and teacher. Through practices like Kundalini yoga, sound healing, energy work, and coaching; she now helps others break free fro...

Adriana shares her journey from a successful corporate career in accounting to becoming a healer and self-worth coach. She discusses the transformative power of modalities like ancestral healing, breathwork, and bodywork to release stored trauma, break generational patterns, and embrace a more fulfilling life. Adriana also highlights the importance of listening to our bodies, the role of emotions...

LuRae shares her journey from a multi-six figure executive role at one of New York City's top media firms, to creating a life aligned with her values and passions. She discusses the challenges of stepping away from the corporate ladder, including the transition to an entrepreneurial path focused on purpose over profit. Through her experiences in both corporate environments and her own endeavors, s...

Joe Mayes, co-owner of Patchouli Books & Joes Indulgences, shares his deeply reflective journey from a 20-year military career to corporate life, stand-up comedy, and eventually owning an independent bookstore. Joe discusses the dangers of chasing "more" and how the capitalist drive for constant success nearly drove him off a cliff. He reflects on the importance of knowing your values, finding...