Change It Up Radio

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula Shaw is joined by Jeannie Seeley-Smith, the newly retired CEO of Perspectives, Minnesota's largest therapeutic, supportive housing program for women and children who have experienced long-term trauma, addiction, homelessness, mental illness, and poverty, and now the president of the "Seed the Change" capital campaign to raise completion funding for the...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, I explore the power of showing up, being present, and learning how to effectively and compassionately communicate with people who are in emotional pain.   Some key topic points covered in this episode include:   The Importance of Empathy: The need for understanding and acknowledging the feelings of a person in emotional pain, rather than offering unsolicited...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, I explore how we can engage in supportive, healing conversations with those going through difficult life circumstances, emphasizing the importance of having compassionate, judgment-free conversations with those experiencing pain or grief. This episode serves as a valuable guide to having supportive conversations, providing listeners with tools and insights to...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula Shaw is joined by Dr. James JC Cooley, who is a dedicated business owner, motivational speaker, author, CEO and President of The It's Your Life Media Television, and community activist whose primary focus is on our Youth development. He is the President & CEO of JC Cooley Innovation Solutions, LLC, and The JC Cooley Foundation Options & Opportunities /...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula Shaw is joined by Dylan Stolba, who is going into the 10th grade at Carlsbad High School and entered a writing contest sponsored by Rotary International, winning 3rd place for her essay on Teenage Depression and Anxiety . They discuss teenage depression and anxiety, and the damaging effects of societal stigma and silence surrounding mental health issues...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula Shaw is joined by Suzy Ryan, who is an author, educator, Ironman athlete, and SCAD survivor. They discuss recognizing the warning signs of child abuse and what we can do to keep kids safe.   Some key topic points covered in this episode include:   The importance of shifting self-perception from 'victim' to 'victor' in the healing process The role of Suz...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula Shaw is joined by her Dad, Jack Gutman, who is one of the last living World War ll Veterans who are healthy, lucid, and able to share with us the realities of D-Day, a colossal moment in our country's history. They discuss healing the painful wounds of war and post-traumatic stress and the grief that Veterans experience.   Some key topic points covered...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula Shaw is joined by Amy Scruggs, a Media Executive, TV host, Recording Artist, and Public Speaker, who helps others communicate a concise and professional message for network TV, podcast, social media, or in person public speaking appearances. They discuss the unique challenges, experiences, and grief that one struggles with as a single parent.   Some key...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula Shaw is joined by Marjorie Saylor, who is a survivor of sex and labor trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation and is the current Program Director of Alabaster Jar Project's long-term shelter program and drop-in resource center for adult women survivors of sex trafficking. They discuss the grim reality of human trafficking and sexual exploitation,...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula Shaw is joined by Rachel King, who is an attorney and the owner of King Law Firm, Attorneys at Law Inc., specializing in Elder Abuse Litigation, Family Law, Probate Litigation, Real Estate Litigation, and Conservatorships. They discuss the grief, loss, and emotional pain experienced by individuals undergoing divorce and elder abuse.   Some key topic poi...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula Shaw is joined by Art Giser, who is a gifted healer, intuitive, NLP trainer, life coach, and corporate consultant in leadership and teamwork. He is the creator of Energetic NLP, which is an energy-based method of working with loss and grief.   Some key topic points covered in this episode:   Why grief is such a unique experience for everyone and why it'...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula Shaw is joined by Racquel Yarborough, who shares her deeply emotional story of losing her twin sister in a tragic incident while trying to help a victim of domestic violence. Racquel speaks candidly about her journey through grief and recovery and how she was able to find a sense of purpose in the aftermath of the tragedy.   Some key topic points covere...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula Shaw is joined by Tracy Prior, who has enjoyed a 26-year career as a public prosecutor, and currently serves as a Chief Deputy District Attorney and the Chief Operating Officer for a Family Justice Center called  One Safe Place , a one-stop-shop for victims and survivors of abuse and trauma. They discuss the effects of grief from trauma and abuse and fi...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula Shaw is joined by Jeff Guenzburger, the former chaplain of the San Diego Chargers and the head of Reset Ministries, about his experience helping warriors, particularly NFL players and Navy SEALS, deal with the challenges of transitioning from their professional and military careers to their personal lives.   Some key topic points covered in this episode...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula Shaw is joined by Jenna Mendez, a foster youth counselor, licensed professional counselor, nationally board-certified counselor, school counselor, and adjunct professor at Chapman University, to discuss the unique challenges that foster youth are faced with, and the support systems in place to help them succeed.   Jenna provides insight on the trauma th...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula Shaw is joined by former NFL middle linebacker Gary Plummer, who played for the San Diego Chargers and the San Francisco 49ers. They discuss the physical, mental, and emotional toll that his time in the NFL took on him, including his experience with early-onset dementia, as well as the high price he paid for greatness.   Gary shares stories from his tim...

Grief is a complex, multifaceted emotion that can arise from various types of loss and change. By understanding the different aspects of grief and acknowledging the emotions that come with it, we can better support ourselves and others during difficult times.   In this episode of Change It Up Radio, we discuss what grief is, how it manifests, and how to cope with it when it affects us or those aro...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, I talk about some things we can do to survive the holidays when we are feeling sad and grieving.   This episode of Change It Up Radio is the second part of our special  Grief and the Holidays  series. This subject is very near and dear to my heart because when you're hurting at this time of year, it can be very lonely and agonizing. Grief on its own is diffic...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Ellen McCarty joins me to talk about how to get through the holiday season when you're grieving a loss in your life.   Today, we discuss some of the reasons why this time of year is so tough for many people and ways that you can nurture and take good care of yourself during this particularly difficult time. We share a couple of tools and some different ways o...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Ellen McCarty joins me to talk about some of the highlights of our fall season of the show, called "Giants on the Road Less Traveled." We explore and reflect on all of the beautiful lessons and learnings we've taken from the incredible guests who joined us over the course of this season.   Ellen will also be joining me in the next few weeks as we do a series...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Malynda Hale joins me to talk about intersectionality in activism and the parallels between anti-Blackness and antisemitism.   My guest today, Malynda Hale, uses her voice through her music and social media presence as an educating activist to effect change within social justice, female empowerment, LGBTQ+ rights, veganism, the Black Lives Matter movement, an...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, my Dad, Jack Gutman, and his best friend from World War II, Jerry Ackerman, join me to talk about their first in-person reunion after being separated for over 75 years, each not knowing if their beloved friend had survived the war… a touching story that has since gone viral, now reaching over 2 million views!   My dad, Jack Gutman, and his best friend, Jerry...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Don Myers joins me to talk about how we can change the world by staying true to ourselves and practicing radical honesty.   Today, we are spotlighting a changemaker who is making the world a better place through art, with a healthy dose of what he calls 'Radical Honesty.' My guest, Don Myers, is an accomplished artist, teacher, musician, singer, songwriter, a...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Jeanine Thompson joins me to talk about how practicing stillness can help empower us to answer the call from our soul and unleash our highest potential in all areas of life.   It's a noisy world we live in. Stillness, the one thing most high achievers avoid, is one of the most accessible and powerful avenues to fulfilling and redefining what success means to...

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Gina Worful joins me to talk about how to become a master of your health and the emotions that trigger food cravings and cause a painful cycle of shame and self-sabotage.   So many people find themselves wondering, "Why can't I just lose this weight?!" The reality is that losing weight and keeping it off can be quite difficult. Despite what some people in the...