Coach Talk Radio

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio sits down with relationship expert Duana Welch to talk about one of the most delicate family dynamics—integrating your partner’s children into your home. Blending families isn’t just about logistics. It’s about expectations, boundaries, and emotional undercurrents that can quickly create tension if they’re not addressed directly. In this episode, Dr. Welch breaks do...

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio sits down with performance expert Andrew Wittman to challenge one of the most overused ideas in personal growth—willpower. Dr. Wittman explains why relying on willpower alone is a losing strategy. It’s not unlimited, and it’s not reliable under stress. Drawing from his experience as a Marine Corps infantry leader and founder of the Mental Toughness Training Center,...

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio sits down with publishing expert and author Judith Briles to talk about a transition many writers struggle with—moving from business or nonfiction writing into creative fiction. This episode gets into the real differences between the two. It’s not just about changing tone—it’s about shifting how you think, structure ideas, and connect with readers. Dr. Briles shares...

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio speaks with Rabbi and spiritual teacher Wayne Dosick about what it really means to “change your vibration”—and how your thoughts and actions quietly shape your experience of life. As founder of The Elijah Minyan and a leader in Spiritual Judaism and Jewish Renewal, Dr. Dosick brings a grounded, thoughtful perspective to topics often misunderstood or oversimplified....

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio speaks with psychoanalyst and relationship expert Mark B. Borg Jr. about how to identify, manage, and release difficult emotions before they take a toll on your relationships, health, and decision-making. Dr. Borg brings a clinical and real-world perspective shaped by his work as a founding partner of The Community Consulting Group and as a supervisor at the William...

Some changes we chase—new goals, fresh starts, long-overdue decisions. Others arrive uninvited, disruptive, and poorly timed. Job losses, health shifts, relationship endings, or sudden responsibilities that reroute life without asking permission. On this episode of Coach Talk Radio, Sandra Beck explores how to navigate both kinds of change—the ones we choose and the ones forced upon us—without col...

There comes a moment when more money, more responsibility, more visibility, and more pressure stop delivering what they once promised. The ladder keeps going, but the view doesn’t improve. And quietly, a harder question surfaces: What is all this for? On this episode of Coach Talk Radio, host Sandra Beck explores what happens when “more” no longer equals meaning—and why that realization isn’t a cr...

After 50, friendship changes—and pretending it doesn’t is how people end up isolated. Careers shift, families scatter, marriages change, and the built-in social structures of earlier life quietly disappear. What worked at 30 won’t work now, and that’s not a failure—it’s a wake-up call. On this episode of Coach Talk Radio, host Sandra Beck talks honestly about how to build a large, meaningful, and...

Life rarely gives us a clean slate—but it does give us do-overs. The problem is, they almost never arrive when we feel ready, confident, or fearless. More often, opportunity shows up disguised as discomfort, uncertainty, or risk. On this episode of Coach Talk Radio, host Sandra Beck explores what it really means to take a second chance in life—especially when fear is loud and certainty is nowhere...

People pleasing rarely looks like a problem—at least from the outside. It looks like being helpful, agreeable, dependable, and “easy.” But underneath, it often hides resentment, burnout, and a slow erosion of self-worth. On this episode of Coach Talk Radio, Sandra Beck takes a clear-eyed look at why people pleasing becomes a survival strategy, how it’s reinforced by family systems and workplace cu...

Starting over isn’t dramatic—it’s exhausting. It often comes after loss, burnout, divorce, career upheaval, or a moment when the life you built no longer fits the person you’ve become. And unlike the first time around, there’s no illusion that reinvention is easy. On this episode of Coach Talk Radio, Sandra Beck speaks candidly about what it really means to start over again in life—without pretend...

The holiday season has a way of spotlighting what’s missing. Empty chairs, changed traditions, quieter mornings. And when you’re entering the holidays solo—by choice or by circumstance—it can feel like the world is built for everyone else. On this episode of Coach Talk Radio, host Sandra Beck talks honestly about navigating the holidays alone without sugarcoating it or spiraling into self-pity. Th...

In this episode of Coach Talk Radio, host Sandra Beck sits down with publishing powerhouse and author coach Judith Briles to explore the exciting, and sometimes intimidating, shift from writing business-based nonfiction to diving headfirst into the world of fiction. Judith, best known for guiding thousands of authors through the publishing process with her no-nonsense style and strategic smarts, o...

In this thought-provoking episode of Coach Talk Radio, host Sandra Beck welcomes renowned leadership expert and visionary thinker Carol Sanford for a conversation that challenges everything you thought you knew about leadership, growth, and personal development in business. Carol—author of The Regenerative Business, The Responsible Business, and No More Feedback—brings her groundbreaking perspecti...

On this deeply thought-provoking episode of Coach Talk Radio, host Sandra Beck teams up with Linda Franklin to welcome renowned researcher and author PMH Atwater for a compelling conversation about the nature of consciousness, near-death experiences, and what it truly means to be “Dying to Know You.” PMH Atwater, L.H.D., is one of the most respected authorities in the field of near-death studies....

Rapid shifts in interest rates, political turbulence, fluctuating tariffs, and the unpredictable bulls and bears of the stock market—staying grounded isn’t just a personal virtue, it’s a professional necessity. On the latest episode of Coach Talk Radio, Sandra Beck sits down with Rabbi Rami Shapiro, renowned Reform rabbi, prolific author, and voice of contemporary spirituality. Known for his work...

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio welcomes Philip Montrose, renowned author and expert in holistic success, for an enlightening discussion on integrating spirituality into your daily business practices. In this episode, Philip shares practical techniques for aligning your work with your deeper purpose, enhancing intuition in decision-making, and fostering a mindful approach to professional success....

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio sits down with Scott Silverman, expert and author on the opioid crisis, for a crucial conversation on the tools and techniques that can help families and businesses navigate the challenges of addiction. In this episode, Scott shares practical strategies for prevention, intervention, and recovery, offering valuable insights for those affected by the opioid epidemic....

A leading authority on near-death experiences, Dr. PMH Atwater, L.H.D., brings decades of groundbreaking research to reveal that near-death phenomena are not anomalies but part of a broader transformation of consciousness. Drawing from 38 years of dedicated study and her earlier work in the 1960s and 1970s exploring altered states, mysticism, psychic phenomena, and personal transformation, Dr. Atw...

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio interviews best-selling author Allison Carmen as they tackle issues like glass ceilings, #MeToo, and the persistent wage gap. Despite decades of fighting against male-dominated systems, women still face significant hurdles. Yet, many are now ready to rise and explore innovative solutions to today's challenges. In her groundbreaking book, A Year without Men, Carmen d...

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Blending families can be challenging, especially when it comes to setting expectations with your partner's children. On Coach Talk Radio, Sandra Beck sits down with Dr. Duena Welch, renowned relationship expert, to discuss practical strategies for navigating the tricky dynamics of having your partner's kids in your home. From fostering respect to creating healthy boundaries, this conversation is a...

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio sits down with successful entrepreneur and burnout expert Linda Pavek to discuss the consequences of neglecting self-care and the importance of recharging your own batteries. In this episode, Linda shares valuable insights on recognizing burnout, maintaining balance, and building sustainable habits for long-term success—both personally and professionally. Don't miss...

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio recently sat down with Dr. Andrew Wittman to uncover the truth about willpower, why it often fails us, and how to get the most out of what we have. Dr. Wittman, a renowned motivational keynote speaker and founder of the Mental Toughness Training Center, draws from his diverse experiences as a Marine Corps infantry leader, a State Department security contractor, and...

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio sits down with project and time management expert Robin Boyd for an insightful conversation on shifting focus and creating space for a more productive, creative business flow. They explore practical strategies for managing tasks effectively, reducing distractions, and fostering an environment where innovation can thrive. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a business le...